Business licensing bylaw
By Bill Chaplin
The long-anticipated business licensing bylaw reached Leamington Council on Monday, Oct. 23.
Up until then, the Municipality had and maintained a Registry of Businesses in the Municipality. This was unsatisfactory because there was no requirement for annual renewals, participation by new businesses was spotty and there were no regulations covering health inspections and the like. All this is covered in the new bylaw.
The report states: “Administration is unable to determine with any accuracy the number of businesses operating in the Municipality and as such, cannot provide an estimated financial impact associated with the passing of a business licensing bylaw.” That said, there are enough categories that essentially all types of businesses will be licensed.
The cost of licensing varies considerably, depending on the amount of work that must be put into inspection and verification of the business operation. For instance, to be a caterer, a pawnbroker or to run a salvage yard the cost will be $200, with a renewal fee of $160 per year. To run a bed and breakfast will cost you $235 with a $195 renewal fee. A general business licence will cost $150 to start and then $100 per year renewal after that. The home occupation licence is a one-time only fee of $150.
LDSS celebrates completion of
fun in the music room at the new LDSS. Over 1,000 visitors of all ages took the opportunity Monday evening, Oct. 23 to tour the new $32-million Leamington District Secondary School in the Celebration of Completion. Students and staff were on hand to
ABOVE: Peter and Cathy Quiring show off a rendering of the new outdoor athletic facility, Nature Fresh Field, currently under construction at LDSS, spearheaded by Quiring, owner of Nature Fresh Farms.
AT LEFT: Grade 11 hospitality students Diego Gonzalez and Eva Harms prepare to plate some mini quiches under the watchful eye of teacher Joe Youssef at the LDSS open house.
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The Sun At Sea
Cheryle and Warren Dunford (pictured), along with friends Ken and Louise Wiper, recently went on a West Coast sea and rail trip. They experienced many forms of transportation on this trip: the Robert Q shuttle to and from Toronto, plane to Calgary, bus to Banff for three days, Rocky Mountaineer train for two days to Kamloops, then
CLEC Executive Director retiring after 32 years
Nancy Wallace-Gero, Executive Director of Community Living Essex County (CLEC), is retiring in April 2018 after 32 years with CLEC.
Wallace-Gero has decided that now is the time to move on to the next chapter of her life.
“I love what I do and I have had an incredible career at Community Living Essex County but it is time to move on and let the agency be guided by new leadership and new ideas going forward,” said Wallace-Gero. “The management team here is fantastic and I have extreme confidence they will continue to provide and develop modernized, innovative and top quality supports for the people we support across Essex County.”
Wallace-Gero added she is thankful to all Board of Directors members she has worked with over the years as well as all staff members, volunteers and families. She plans to continue to work towards the agency’s objectives over the next six months to ensure the agency continues to provide high quality of supports.
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Ron Giofu, President of the Board of Directors, wishes Wallace-Gero well and notes she has made a tremendously positive impact during her years with the agency.
“While we wish Nancy well as she enters the next chapter of her life, we also acknowledge that it won’t be easy to see her go,” Giofu stated. “Her knowledge, expertise and passion for the job have made Community Living Essex County a leader within the developmental services sector.”
Giofu added that the agency and the people it supports are indebted to Wallace-Gero for her efforts over the last three decades.
“There is no doubt Nancy has made a REAL difference in how Community Living Essex County has evolved and her leadership is greatly appreciated by those who have worked with her,” said Giofu.
The search for a new Executive Director is underway with the Board of Directors approving that an Executive Director task group continue with their work. It will be a thorough search in which internal and external candidates will be considered.
Community Living Essex County supports approximately 650 people with intellectual disabilities and their families across all seven county municipalities.
Council Report
Excellent report for Union Water System
The 2017 Ministry of the Environment water distribution system report for the Union Water System speaks for itself: “The Inspection Summary Rating Record (IRR) generated by the inspection indicates a Risk Rating of 0%, and a Final Inspection Compliance Rating of 100%.”
Kudos to the staff of the Union Water System who ensure that there is quality drinking water in the municipality.
At the Oct. 23 meeting of Leamington Council, Councillors John Jacobs and John Hammond wanted public congratulations made considering the impact of this achievement.
Rickway Park improvements
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OPP: online reporting another way to report crime
Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have issued a reminder to the public about their online reporting system as an alternative to having an officer attend a scene for a minor incident. You make the report, at your convenience, without the need to attend an OPP Detachment or call the OPP Provincial Communications Centre (PCC).
Citizen Self Reporting (CSR) rolled out across the province in the summer of 2014; however, the use in Essex County and throughout the region has been very low to date.
The OPP’s CSR system is an easy to use internet reporting tool that can be accessed from a computer or mobile device and sent directly to the OPP anywhere, anytime.
CSR provides a convenient and user-friendly alternative way to report crime and at the same time it allows the OPP to be more efficient with their resources. Frontline officers will be able to focus their efforts on targeted enforcement initiatives and crime prevention strategies within our communities.
Municipality of Leamington administration has recommended the purchase of a $47,497 (plus HST) play structure for Rickway Park.
During budget deliberations, $70,000 was approved for the redevelopment of the park, including the $50,000 proceeds from the sale of a lot. The total bill for the low tender will be $64,716 including net HST.
Community Improvement Plan changes
The Community Improvement Plan was intended to provide grants over a five-year period to act as an incentive to uptown beautification and commercial renewal. To some extent it has been successful, providing just over $330,000 in grants since 2012.
But Leamington Municipal Council has always been somewhat surprised (and frustrated) that more of the available grant money has not been used. Consequently they have had administration ‘tweak’ the rules for the grants to see if it provides sufficient incentive to use the grant money more fully.
Here are some of the changes that administration is recommending to Council:
• Add $30,000 to the Building Exterior and Façade Program in 2017 and $50,000 in 2018.
• Add $20,000 to the Interior Renovation Program in 2017 and $25,000 in 2018.
• Reduce the amount of qualifying work from $5,000 to $500.
• Require only one legitimate quote on the work (as opposed to at least two).
• Flexible timelines for the work.
The revised action plan has been accepted by Municipal Council.
Councillor John Hammond spoke about his disappointment that the area of the CIP has not been changed in spite of Council repeatedly urging its expansion.
Councillor John Jacobs spoke about somehow altering the rules that allow absentee landlords to save on taxes when their properties are vacant.
Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld spoke of the compromise necessary to balance the demands that development now places on our resources as opposed to the time necessary to modify the structure and rules for programs that could come true. He assured Council that he is eager to move forward but it takes time to remove the backlog of work to make the two changes the councillors mentioned.
Leamington Active Transportation Master Plan
A delegation of engineering luminaries presented to Leamington Council a report on the Bicycle Trails in Southeast Leamington and Point Pelee Park to Hillman Creek. Present were Dr. Chris Lee, Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, John Tofflemire, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and stu-
Correspondent dents Mohammed Alnajrani and Fahad Albuanian.
In their presentation there were two alternative routes that would circumnavigate the marsh lands in Southeast Leamington. Combined with repairs to the dykes and the enhancement of trails (both paved and along the dyke tops) the total cost of such a vision was projected to be in the neighbourhood of $21,000,000. While not affordable as a stand-alone project, they emphasized that with the participation of all levels of government and joint venture costsharing partners, it was possible.
The delegation was thanked and the information was received for information.
Dock repairs costly
The budget for repairs to the GH docks at the Leamington municipal marina was $480,000. The problem is that the least expensive tender for the work was $884,488.
Manager of Recreation Services Terry Symons has proposed to raise the cost of docking boats larger than 50 feet to $60 per foot and postponing some maintenance work in order to mitigate the over-expenditure, but it will still result in dropping the reserve balance to $198,000 after paying for the overage.
Keep in mind, the use of this new system is completely optional. Police will still attend a call for service if desired.
Here are the answers to some questions you may have:
• How do I use the system? To access the system, go to www.opp.ca/reporting
• What types of crimes can I report? Thefts under $5,000, Damage to Property under $5,000, Traffic Complaints, Thefts from vehicles, Lost or Missing Property. Note: Only occurrences that do not involve an injury, suspect or evidence are applicable.
• Can I use this system in the event of an emergency? No, DO NOT use this system. Call 9-1-1.
What if I want to see an officer, do I have to use the system? If you prefer, you may still contact the OPP by phone to make your report and have an officer attend. The 24 hour OPP toll-free number is 1-888-310-1122
How secure is my information that I submit online? All information submitted via the Citizen Self Reporting System is confidential and secure from hacking and other forms of electronic intrusion.
Fall memories of the old Leamington arena
Despite the unseasonably warm weather, other signs indicate that fall is here.
The autumn colours are out there full-force, the monarchs have migrated and geese are flying everywhere.
And so begins my favourite time of year.
As a kid, I spent countless hours outside in the fall. Those leaf piles, that seemed to somehow rake themselves, were a joy to jump and roll around in. There is no better fall smell than burning leaves.
Our yard at Point Pelee was littered with fallen walnuts. Those thick green outer cores were nasty if they broke open on your clothes. We often threw them at each other, but if you got hit, it hurt, especially if you took one on the noggin.
Along with fall, came our minor hockey season, which usually began in late September.
That old arena was a welcomed place in the fall, after not skating since the previous spring.
That was when kids played hockey, from September to March. There was always something for us to do in the offseason, like baseball or soccer, but when hockey ended, it ended.
Nowadays, they seemingly play year-round. I don’t believe in that. Kids need something else to do, or I’m convinced they’ll grow sick of the game.
Numbers for hockey are waning, and I believe that’s one of the biggest contributing factors. That’s too much hockey too soon for a lot of these kids.
As the Lovin’ Spoonful once sang, “Slow down, you’re movin’ too fast.”
Back to that old arena. We left there after our final game in March, gathered once more for the wind-up banquet, where wieners and beans were the main menu item, and then only saw the arena once during the summer and that was when the fair was on (unless you were a roller hockey fan).
Climbing those stairs in September for our first practice of the new season was more exciting than winning a championship. Taking a deep breath as we passed through those doors from the lobby that led into the ice area, that musty mix of cold, stale air and ammonia was the perfect mix for us hockey hopefuls. The only other smell you encountered was when you opened your hockey bag downstairs to get your skates sharpened by Mr. Towle.
We’d all been practicing our wrist shots in driveways for a few weeks now.
The excitement of entering that dressing room for the first time was only matched by the anticipation of who was on your team that year. It was always a treat to find out who you’d be playing with.
I played with a lot of schoolmates in those days, but also met some lifelong friends through playing hockey in that old arena.
When we were real young, it was a treat if you got to dress at the north end of the arena. The rooms were bigger back there and it kind of felt like you were important if you got to dress at the back.
When I played Juvenile travel, we dressed back there for all of our homes games. We parked our cars back there too. So many memories come flooding back.
I remember Mike Gianetta throwing his stick into the crowd during a peewee house league game, striking an unsuspecting Cheryl Dunmore, who was there watching her brother, Brad ‘Tornado’ Dunmore, on the opposing team. It was team photo day and Mike was embarrassed and upset that he’d thrown his stick in the crowd. To this day, when I look at that team picture, I remember it as the day he threw the stick. In the end, Cheryl was no worse for the wear and all was right with the world. Mike’s dad was part owner of the Seacliffe Hotel and they were our team sponsor that year.
I also remember Tracy Wiper hitting the queen with a slap shot.
Let me explain.
I can’t remember if it happened during practice or during pre-game warm-up, but there used to be a nice portrait
of Queen Elizabeth that hung at the south end of the rink, above the canteen windows. Greg Sellon may have been the goalie on that fateful night.
I’ve never been great at ‘raising’ the puck. People who have seen my shot would characterize it as anemic. I’d often get the old, “Careful, you’re gonna hurt somebody with that.”
Not so for Tracy Wiper. His shot was what legends were made of.
He didn’t really know where it was going, so if he wound up for the slapper, you either closed your eyes and wished it away, or you got out of there quick.
On the night in question, he stepped up and let it rip. It careened high above the glass and nailed Her Majesty right between the eyes.
Many of us spent the remainder of the season trying to duplicate that. It never happened again, that I ever saw.
Some other great times we had in that old building included climbing into the press box and pretending we were Foster Hewitt or Danny Gallivan. If you got there early enough, sometimes Whitey Hillier had already unlocked it for the timekeepers, so we’d sneak up there in total darkness and behold the rink below us. As a kid, it felt like you were in an NHL rink.
Speaking of Whitey Hillier, he is front and centre at another great old fashioned memory.
I’m a little foggy on this because I was a spectator and not actually playing in this game. A fight broke out in a Juvenile travel game that the referees couldn’t get a handle on. It may have been at the post-game handshake after a fightfilled game, but my memory isn’t clear on this. Suddenly the north end gate opened and there was Whitey with a fire hose, which he immediately turned on the combatants. They stopped fighting pretty quickly and order was restored.
For years, it was known as ‘the night Whitey used the hose’. I’m sure the legend grew and got exaggerated as time went on, but it was a sight to behold.
Bench clearing brawls were somewhat the norm back then, especially in the Juvenile division. And those old bench boards were easy to jump over.
One night, I got myself ejected for jumping those boards in a Juvenile game.
We were playing against archrival Riverside here and a scuffle broke out in the southeast corner. Riverside was already on the powerplay. My normal defense partner, Matt Phibbs, was tackled by two or three of those pesky Windsorites. As they pounded his back, I decided to go join him, clearing the boards in one swift motion and skating to help my teammate.
Everything goes in slow motion during those instances. I remember the adrenaline pumping like crazy as I left the bench. I also remember my coach Cliff Quick screaming loudly at me to get back to the bench. But it was too late. I had already committed to going and never looked back. I’m sure my mom was mortified as I skated into the fracas.
I don’t remember much more. I wasn’t a fighter, so I likely got the worst of it. I think even Phibbsy wondered what the heck I was doing out there.
Coach Cliff was livid after the game. I was suspended by the league for the next game as a result of it. It never happened again, but it was a memory of that old arena that still pops into my head from time-to-time.
I remember the night the aforementioned Brad Dunmore broke his leg when he and I were racing for puck during an icing call. I think that was in a midget house league game.
I had what I considered some great hockey coaches over the years and I believe they had a hand in shaping all of us kids into the adults we became. Some are still with us, some are gone, but they each played a part in molding me, not only as a player, but also as a human being.
MARK RIBBLE
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Thanks for the giving of your time
While sitting together around the table over the Thanksgiving weekend, whether out loud or secretly to ourselves, we each gave thanks!
Ironically, while thinking over all that I am thankful for –our children, our health, the good food on the table and the furry friends in our life – something dawned on me. Many of the “things” we spend so much time reaping were not on the list.
“Minimalism”, the “key to happiness” and “living a life of truth” are some of the words intermingled on an abundance of book titles, articles and quotes that pop up and surround us daily. Many of you may avoid these self seeking prophecies, deeming them worthy of an eye roll. On the other hand, I would bet that few of us roll out of bed every morning with a smile on our face thinking “Woohoo another glorious day, let’s get going!”
After satiating ourselves on turkey, and even better the turkey leftovers, a few took to the couch to finish off the last couple of yards on the field. Others nosed into their cell phones, and me, along with the twenty-somethings, challenged each other to games at the table. With ages ranging from 24 to 32, I was by far the senior with more than 20 plus years on them. That... I have a hard time putting on paper! I’m not so much bothered by the fact that I am 52, but more so troubled with the speed of time travel that brought me to this moment.
First we battled it out with Dominoes and then a card game that had us out to get our neighbours. While concentrating on our next move, we also listened to our son-inlaw’s brother Matt reading interesting trivia from his phone. Many made us all chuckle, others were intriguing, and one in particular evoked a quick and affirmative response from the majority around the table: “In North America, the years through the 20s up to approximately age 32 are the most stressful”. Simultaneously, “yes” came from every mouth except from mine, Mark’s and our son-in-law Zach’s parents. Scott, a young man from Calgary, added, “Thankfully I will be 33 this year,” as if miraculously on that day he will step into Happyville!
Perhaps being dumbfounded had me not take my normal stance of devil’s advocate and refute this ridiculous notion. Instead, that night I went to bed wondering and worrying. Is it true that some of the potentially best years of our youth’s life both physically and mentally are consumed? I could add with stress, but it’s more likely a conglomeration of things that all add up to a bunch of nothingness that has created this devoid decade.
While living on the Cay, Mark and I initially felt as if we had left behind the things that caused anxiety in our life. After two years we have found that no matter where you are – at the beginning of adulthood, midway through maturity or on a practically deserted island – you can choose to fill your life with crap.
In my 20s it wasn’t a hard decision for me to return to Wheatley and surround myself with everything that was familiar and in my mind safe. I wasn’t the only one. Most of my friends also stuck pretty close to home and there we raised our children together with family close by.
Now on every screen that pops up there is a “reality” life that couldn’t be further from most of our realities. If you haven’t got the newest and latest version of something, you continue to strive for nothing and essentially that is what many end up with.
Individuals and families pay for long days at work, opposite schedules with dinners alone or a travel schedule that leaves a less than desirable home life. Living walking distance from a family member is rare, and although the net captures us all, it lacks the personal connections that we had not so long ago. Like a fine wine, we had time with our elders, our grandparents, greataunts and great-uncles, and with their age and maturity we were enhanced.
Initially being back on the island after a break with family is difficult. It was made even more try-
ing when our internet service went down for an entire week shortly after arrival. The satellite phone we had purchased for emergencies and hurricane season came in handy. We were able to touch base with our children to let them know we were fine. Except for the fact I felt like I was living on the moon, I found more time in my day without Facebook and emails luring me in.
Our fourth year on the island will undoubtedly bring new challenges. The owners have arrived for their fall visit and after two weeks Mrs. A. will return home. Mister has decided that he will stay on straight through until the end of March except for two weeks over New Year’s.
Thankfully, we have arranged for some girlfriends to visit in early November, we had booked to go see our son Cheyne in early December, and then a long awaited visit from friends over New Year’s. Those visits will keep us from getting island fever! I have arranged for a chef from back home to cook over the holidays and for another for two weeks in February, but as Mark put on paper today, I have five days done out with over 120 yet to go. Every day I try to cook a little something extra to freeze so that as time goes on I will have a stash of delicacies to pull out, giving me some time.
Time is like space. Unless you have been short of it, you don’t appreciate it enough. While growing up, space was cherished. Our home, although large for the times, had 9 people under its roof, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The blue bedroom was for the girls and the brown one the boys. I started in the blue with my older sisters when in a crib. Then I moved over to the brown because it was either a whole lot more fun or my sisters decided that although I was cute they wanted privacy. Later, my younger sister Stacey and I shared the brown room and finally, as our older siblings moved on to a private room created near the far end of the house, they soon found the door. Having our own room was extremely special! Today, not only is having 7 children rare but having to share a room is as well.
Our parents bathroom was just that – theirs! The rest of us shared the bathroom across the hall from our bedrooms. Thankfully, it had two parts. The first part had a sink and counter area and then beyond the second door there was a tub, toilet and another sink. For the most part, it worked well for those that had seniority. I have to admit that growing
up after 3 brothers, I soon learned that if all else failed I could pee in the bush and knew enough not to use poison ivy!
It’s no wonder that I clearly remember the joy of having beyond-the-second-door and the tub to myself. When I was finally allowed the time, I would lie down with the warm water covering my ears, drowning out the world around me. That was of course only until someone pounded on the door needing in immediately. I knew it would be a matter of seconds before the almighty hairpin was used to unlock the door and let my time escape.
Council okays matching Bank Theatre fundraising dollars
Leamington Municipal Council proposes to match contributions toward the reconstruction of The Bank Theatre, dollar-for-dollar, up to a maximum of $400,000. This offer is valid up to April, 2018. Funds will come from the Collins Estate reserve fund which currently stands at over a million dollars.
Mayor John Paterson made the announcement at the unveiling of the proposed improvements, telling attendees that he was going to direct administration to prepare a report on how the matching funds program could be arranged. The result is the report that came to Council on Monday, Oct. 23.
The money raised will be forwarded as donations accumulate, but Council was assured that there is enough to start right now.
Council passed the motion unanimously.
These memories, although simple, have had a lasting impression of the simple pleasures in my life; time and space being just a couple.
Time really is the greatest gift of all! You can’t buy it, slow it down or create it, but you can choose how to spend it.
Owning a business, self-employment, making mortgage payments, saving for tomorrow, balancing today: So much has changed – and doing things differently is the new normal.
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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, embrace that others see you as a role model. There may be someone close to you who holds you in strong regard. Pay attention to the influence you have on others.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, a difficult problem will ultimately prove very rewarding when you find the solution. Embrace this challenge and give it your best shot. You will be glad you did.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, attempt to connect with people on a deeper level for the next several days. Your home is a place of comfort and your personal sanctuary, and you can make it that for others, too.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, slow down a little and take time to smell the roses. A breather can help you appreciate all the things you have and give time to show that appreciation.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Your focus this week will be on acquisitions. You may be renovating a home or business or simply updating a wardrobe. Keep track of your spending.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, change is stirring things up in a way that should be beneficial for you. See where this excitement takes you and brace yourself for whatever comes your way.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, make an effort to be more financially prudent in the coming weeks. Some patience and discipline now will pay big dividends down the road.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Someone you know is interested in picking up new skills, and you are just the teacher for the job, Scorpio. Embrace this chance to help others.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
This is an excellent time to express your feelings, Sagittarius. Others will be receptive to your thoughts, and a new relationship may be on the horizon.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, you may need to develop some thick skin as you begin taking on a new project. You’re fully capable, so don’t listen to any potential doubters.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Your motivation must come from within this week, Aquarius. Others are not around to be your cheer squad. Your inner drive is there; it just may need a boost.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, keep to yourself this week if you feel unwanted conflict is coming. Enjoy some solitary time until the waters calm down.
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Legion prepares for Remembrance Day ceremonies
By Bryan Jessop
Being in two places at the same time doesn’t sound easy, but Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion committees have again set out to again accomplish just that.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 will, for the second consecutive year, organize both the Remembrance Day services at cenotaphs in Leamington and Wheatley this coming November 11. Both services will begin at 11 a.m. and organizing committees recommend visitors arrive at the cenotaphs — located immediately south of the Caldwell First Nation office building at 14 Orange Street in Leamington at Dieppe Park and directly south of the Chatham-Kent Public Library at 35 Talbot Road West in Wheatley — by 10:45 a.m. The service in Wheatley will be preceded by a 10:30 a.m. parade from the Legion building on Erie Street North to the cenotaph. Without a Legion Colour Guard available in Leamington, there will be no parade prior to the ceremonies in the larger of the two communities.
The Wheatley Legion first took on the coordination of Remembrance Day services in Leamington following the surrendering of the charter at Branch 84 during the summer of 2016. In recent years, ceremonies at both locations have been greeted by crowds averaging 200 people.
“Leamington people who were involved stayed involved, so it wasn’t a vast difference, except for the parade” explained Wheatley Legion president Bill Robertson of the similarities in participation numbers both prior to and following the permanent closure of the Leamington Legion last year. “It was one of their better years last year, although the weather was better than usual. Dieppe Park was packed.”
Robertson noted that despite this year’s Remembrance Day falling on a Saturday, invitations to local schools have again been sent out to attend ceremonies in both locations.
Also in both communities, an average of 25 to 30 wreaths are laid in honour of Canada’s military veterans past and present. In both locations, these include wreaths placed on behalf of federal, provincial and municipal levels of government as well as service clubs, first responder services, churches, some schools and community individuals and families, often in honour of loved ones who’ve passed away.
Wreaths for Remembrance Day services cost $50 each. Robertson noted that orders for wreaths can be placed up to Tuesday, Oct. 31 by calling the Legion office at 519-8254161.
Ceremonies at the Wheatley location will be emceed by Bill Siddall and David Derbyshire while Leamington’s will
be led by past president of the defunct Leamington Legion Bob McKee. In preparation of Remembrance Day, the Wheatley Legion has formed three committees — one for Leamington, one for Wheatley and a third to organize the Armistice Banquet at the Legion in Wheatley for Friday, Nov. 10. The banquet is open to the public at $20 per person, starting with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner to follow at 7 p.m. The event is being catered by The Car Barn.
The yearly poppy campaign will launch in Wheatley, Leamington and the rest of Canada on Friday, Oct. 27 and run until November 11. Poppy boxes will be displayed at local businesses, with volunteers offering the symbols of remembrance on the streets in front of pre-determined buildings November 3 and 4.
“We always like to let everyone know that we’re not actually selling poppies, we’re just asking for donations in return — as little or as much as you like,” Robertson explained.
All poppy fund proceeds raised beyond expenses support veterans’ dependence services and programs and activities for local veterans’ hospitals. As part of the Western Counties wing, Leamington/Wheatley poppy donation funds go towards the Parkwood facility in London, Ont. as part of St. Joseph’s Hospital. Veterans hospitals across Canada support and care for those who served Canada’s armed forces in WWII and the Korean War and more recently, younger veterans who served in locations such as Afghanistan. Locally, poppy funds have also paid for wheelchair access at the Wheatley Legion with automated doors installed earlier this year.
“The Legion is very thankful to the citizens of both Leamington and Wheatley for their generous support in the past,” said Robertson.
For the first time in several years, a rifle party will fire volleys during the service in Wheatley. Mike Hicks will return to Wheatley as bagpiper while Glen Selleck will be present playing the bugle. Although not formally scheduled as of press deadline, remembrance services are expected prior to local junior hockey games leading up to Remembrance Day — Monday, Nov. 6 in Wheatley for the Junior C Sharks and Thursday, Nov. 9 in Leamington for the Junior B Flyers.
Wheatley Br. 324 Legion news
A great crowd of 29 players shot Fun Darts on Friday the 13th at Wheatley Legion. The leaders, in a three-way tie of 5 wins, were Gord Crook, Mike Bunke and Steve Acott – Julie Reid, April Simpson and Larry Evoy – Debbie Seili, Gerry Hucko and Al Kwiatkowski. Tied with 4 wins were Velma Hope, Jash Purty and Richard Howe –Laura Simpson and Tom Lorondeau. A three-way tie with 3 wins went to Kathy Bunke, Eliza Struyk and Tracey Bruner – Kim Bruner, Mike Simpson and Arnold Seili –Bonnie Evoy, Mabel McKee and Jim McClellan. Carol Balestrieri, Tim Moore and Mike Bruner won 2 games and Erika Simpson, Doug Seili and Terry Jackson beat the skunk with one win. Lady doublers were Debbie, Laura and Kathy.
Join the Fun Darts players Fridays. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.
Cathy Bell was the lucky winner of 2 trays of meat and the 50/50 draw at the Meat Draws that were run by Gerry Soulliere on October 14. Pat Playford and April Simpson won twice and single winners were Mike Simpson, Bill Derbyshire, Kay Shaw, June Epplett and Earl Dunmore.
Meat Draws are held every Saturday afternoon beginning at 3:30 p.m. with the last draw at 5:00 p.m.
The Zone Cribbage and Euchre tournaments will both be held in Essex. Cribbage is on November 18 and you must sign up by this Friday October 27. Euchre is on November 25 and the sign-up deadline is November 10. Sign-up sheets are on the sports bulletin board.
It’s time to sign up for poppy distribution. As a member, you are asked to participate in the annual Poppy campaign. If you are physically able, you are asked to give an hour or two of your time to help veterans in need. Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board at the Branch –one for Wheatley and one for Leamington. The campaign is being held on Friday and Saturday, November 3 and 4.
Armistice Eve dinner tickets are available at the Branch. Wheatley Legion member veterans can pick up their free ticket at the Branch.
And, speaking of members, the Early Bird Membership Campaign is on now. Pay your dues by November 30 and have your name added to a draw for a free year’s membership.
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T-MURR EXTERIORS
It’s a true family business
in every sense of the word
-Murr Exteriors began about 24 years ago as a way for the Murray family to make a little extra money for mission work — work so important to this family. Once his regular roofing job was done for the day, Tom Murray and his sons Greg, Spence and Trevor headed back out, determined to earn enough money to support a cause near and dear to their hearts — mission trips.
Tom has been on more than 20 mission trips helping those in need by building them simplistic shelters. He has traveled around the world, offering his expertise and skill to those less fortunate. But he hasn’t done it alone; it’s a family thing. Like father like son, Greg said he too has been on about eight or nine trips serving as outreach to those in underdeveloped areas.
In its first year the roofing and siding company did five houses. The following year though, with his sons attending school while working nights and weekends, Tom and his gang completed 22 houses.
Each year the demand grew for new siding and roofing. Tom had a decision to make and formed a partnership with six others to try and meet the ever-growing demand.
He knew then that he had a decision to make so he also expanded his services to include windows, insulation, eavestrough, garages, pole barns, doors, decking, waterproofing and additions.
In addition to installation and renovations, T-Murr also deals in the retail end of the business. Tom said they joined TORBSA, a Canadian Buying group, which gives them the opportunity them to purchase their home building goods like any lumber yard or big box store in Ontario.
“We’re the only ones in Ontario in the buying group whose own employees do the installation,” said Tom. Father and son Greg are now in a transition of sorts.
About three years ago, Tom decided it was time to slow down and Greg decided it was time for him to step up. So for the past three years, Greg and his wife Jenna have gradually been buying the business and now serve as the vice-president and general manager.
“It just made sense,” said Greg, “this is all I’ve ever known.” Tom will continue with his annual mission trips while Greg will offer his outreach a little closer to home, within the community.
Greg will continue doing what he does best — installations, renovations, additions, siding, waterproofing and selling.
For him, every day is a little bit different — and never boring. “One day I can be waterproofing,” he said, “the next day I can be siding.” “I can do something new every day,” he added.
T-Murr Exteriors employs about 20 people and is located at 1964 Road 3 East, Kingsville. For further information call 519-326-8551.
Greg Murray and his dad, and T-Murr founder, Tom Murray.
Just one of many beautiful houses T-Murr has sided in the area.
Kingsville Migration Festival Parade
RIGHT - Fans watched the ducks “swim” by en route to the finish line at the Kingsducky Derby.
BELOW - Kingsville Lions Club member Fred Cross braved the waters to haul in the winners of the Kingsducky Derby at the Kingsville Migration Festival.
Festival-goers enjoy Kingsducky Derby
By Pat Bailey
There were no fancy hats at this race — just hundreds of ducks. As part of Kingsville’s Migration Festival, hundreds of ducks flocked to Lakeside Park Sunday afternoon for the
second running of the Kingsducky Derby, hosted by the Kingsville Lions Club.
After taking their place at the start line in Wigle Creek, the ducks jostled for position in this nailbiter that ended near the historic bridge.
After some encouragement it was Kelly Dewar’s duck that crossed the line first, earning her $500. Her duck was followed closely by the KCPC duck ($250) and the duck owned by Pina Darowski ($100).
Chuck Wagon Restaurant in Kingsville earned bragging rights and a beautifully carved duck trophy as the winner of the People’s Choice Award for the best dressed duck. Other winners in the Dress the Duck Decoy competition were: Best Dressed - Magie’s Flowers; Best Representing their Business - Gosfield North Telecommunications; Country - Back in Motion; Halloween - PetValu; Movie - Dr. Olivito.
Thousands of visitors and residents alike flocked to Kingsville on the picture perfect weekend for the 48th Annual Migration Festival held Oct. 19-22. The town celebrated the migration and the conservation work of Jack Miner with events throughout
an extended weekend. The festivities kicked off with a wine and cheese celebration, followed by a slate of events including the popular parade, a marketplace, woodcarving show and children’s activities at Lakeside Park.
Braidy Caza-Stein, 4, of Kingsville shows no fear as he takes a pony ride in Lakeside Park. (SUN Photos)
Nicole Varga-Pollard, 11, of Harrow, digs in at the OPP’s children’s pumpkin carving event. They hosted about 150 children of all ages, carving hundreds of pumpkins of all shapes and sizes.
Thank You!
Leamington Fire Services would like to take this opportunity to thank the local employers of our firefighters who allow them to leave work to attend fire calls. It is only through your co-operation that we can maintain a fire department. You are commended for your community minded spirit and attitude. We would also like to thank our firefighters and their families for their support and dedication, as well as the Salvation Army for their kind support during emergencies.
TIM BERTHAUME - Fire Chief
MIKE BRADT - Deputy Chief, Operations
MIKE CIACELLI - Deputy Chief, Public Education/Training
DERRICK CLARK - Fire Inspector
STACEY TRUSSETTER - Fire Services Clerk
SQUAD ONE: Captain Jordy Clifford, Lt. Tim Weil, Roger Elliott, Serge Bluteau, Mike Hamilton, Tyler Gradwell, Travis Chorba
SQUAD TWO: Captain Shawn McKenzie, Lt. Dan Rino, Todd Stahl, Adam Kroeker, Andy Anthony, Caitlyn Boissonneault
SQUAD THREE: Captain Lanny Parent, Lt. Scott McCallum, Lorne Bradt, Rob Tonks, Harvey Steinhoff, Jeff Simpson, Ron Duford
SQUAD FOUR: Captain Jerry Sleiman, Lt. Jeff Hutchins, Tony Taouil, Derick Mastromatteo, Steve Peters, George Liovas, Blaine Hildebrand
ABOVE - Guests of the Seacliff Manor VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony gather in the lounge area Wednesday, Oct. 18. The facility is owned and was built by Piroli Group Developments and officially opened Tuesday, Sept. 5.
LEFT - From left to right, Seacliff Manor sales and marketing manager Anna LeClair-Bruni, Piroli Group Developments owner Rob Piroli, resident Margaret Dama and Leamington mayor John Paterson perform the ribbon cutting ceremony at Seacliff Manor Wednesday, Oct. 18.
Seacliff Manor opens its doors
By Bryan Jessop
One of Southwestern Ontario’s most unique retirement residences celebrated the completion of construction and welcoming of its first tenants with a special event last week.
Seacliff Manor held at VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on site Wednesday, Oct. 18 before a gathering of about 60 guests. Hors d’oeuvres, beverages, speeches, presentations and a social meet and greet between supporters and community partners preceded the facility’s official ribbon cutting event.
Festivities were emceed by Debbie Ouellette and featured a list of speakers led by Piroli Developers Group owner Rob Piroli as well as Leamington mayor John Paterson, senior project manager of Baird AE Architectural and Engineering Consulting Services Firm Alex Toth and Seacliff Manor general manager Sara Cusenza.
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“Seacliff Manor is our commitment to the belief that healthy aging is a part of living,” Piroli noted. “Leamington is a great place to live, work, play and retire.”
Piroli went on to note that the new retirement residence facility — located at 30 Seacliff Drive East — was established to offer an assortment of accommodations for senior tenants that offer upscale apartments, independent living, supported living and memory care.
“Our location is amazing and we’re very proud to be locally owned and operated.”
— Sara Cusenza
“This facility and the one built and the other on the way right now (buildings 1 and 2 of Seacliff Heights, respectively) add an immense amount of value and security to the future of Leamington,” explained Paterson. “This kind of development happening just creates a great deal of excitement and we have a lot of other businesses and industries now looking at Leamington in a much more positive manner.”
Paterson also pointed out that once Seacliff Manor begins operating at full capacity, an estimated 100 or more jobs will be added to Leamington’s workforce — up from the approximately 20 currently employed at the site. Staff at the residence will take on different functions at the four-floor building, including independent supportive service and on the second level, dedicated to assisted care and memory living.
“It’s a beautiful facility that’s going to provide the quality of care and quality of life that anyone who becomes a tenant here is going to appreciate,” said Toth.
Seacliff Manor, managed by Sifton Properties Ltd., welcomed Alan Cranston as its first resident Tuesday, Sept. 5 as it received its license to officially begin operation. The building and its 117 units are now at about 20 per cent occupancy and will soon be filled to nearly 50 per cent once another 30 per cent who’ve offered deposits have sold their current homes.
“We’re very happy with how everything is turning out,” said Cusenza. “Our location is amazing and we’re very proud to be locally owned and operated. Our amenities are much more than anything else out there yet our prices are comparable. We’ve had a lot of great testimonials.”
Construction on the residence began in June of last year shortly after Seacliff Heights One — the first of two upscale apartment complexes built on the same grounds — was completed. Seacliff Heights 2 construction began in June of this year and is scheduled for completion in early November of 2018. Each of the 105 units of Seacliff Heights 1 was occupied in April of this year, 10 months after its doors officially opened to its new occupants. Piroli explained that he hopes to see Seacliff Manor reach capacity within less than twoand-a-half years following its opening.
“We’re exceeding expectations,” he said. “Apartment sales are strong and we’re delighted that in a three-year period, we’ll have finished the three phases of this project.”
Piroli explained that with the exception of minor permit-related delays at the beginning of Phase 1, the construction process at Seacliff Heights and Seacliff Manor have gone smoothly.
“We like to focus on one or two projects per year so we don’t get spread out too thin,” he explained.
For more information on Seacliff Manor and its amenities and services, visit the website www.seacliffmanor.ca.
Seacliff Manor leasing agent Jim Gale pours a drink during the facility’s VIP Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. (SUN Photos)
LDSS 1972 Grade 13 Graduates Meet For Reunion
In 1972, seventy-nine Grade 13 graduates walked “out of the river” (Phoebus) of Leamington District Secondary School and embarked on a journey “into the ocean” (Phoebus) of adulthood.
Forty-five years later, on the weekend of October 13-14, twenty-eight students and two teachers, coming from near and far, reconnected for a weekend of fun and reminiscing.
The group met at Jose’s on Friday night and on Saturday enjoyed golfing at Kingsville Golf & Country Club followed by dinner. An aura of amiable familiarity permeated the atmosphere as the participants exchanged personal stories, both happy and sad.
Attending the reunion were, back row, left to right: Elaine Driedger, Sandy Pritchard, Penny Arp, Ernie Cornies, Frank Ehrenreich, Sue Batchelor, Karen Brown, Lori Lachowski, Dennis Staudt, Wayne Wharram, Larry Cornies. Front row, left to right: Violet Armaly, Anna Preyde, Pat Pridding, Paul Pridding, Helen Beaupre, Doug Hillman, Art Hickson, Rose Marie Lane, Mona Massad, Jacquelyn Cornies. In front: Nick Lutsch. Absent from photo: Jim Founk, Carol Makish, Susan Hewitt, Reinie Kosciuw, Vally Wickens, Vic Winter, Bill McAdam (teacher), Joel Westlake (teacher). (Submitted photo)
Trick or Treat with Leamington OPP
Trick or Treat this Halloween with the Leamington OPP! All kids are invited to the Leamington OPP Detachment at 7 Clark St. W. on Tuesday, October 31 anytime between 4:00 and 8:00 p.m. where officers and staff will be handing out treats and hot chocolate for the second year in a row.
Photography Club holds exhibit
The Shooters Photography Club is holding an exhibit of fabulous framed photos taken by club members from October 31 to November 25 at the Leamington Arts Centre, 71 Talbot St. E. Admission is free.
For more information or to find out about being a club member, visit facebook.com/groups/shootersphotographyclub/ or contact Mike at mtowne@sympatico.ca
New sidewalks for Oak St. W.
Municipality of Leamington administration has asked for permission to spend $179,320 for new sidewalks along Oak Street from Nicholas St. to Fraser Rd. The tender also includes some uptown infilling. When all of the expenses are taken into account (along with a $15,000 contingency allowance) the price is $246,573. This will be an extremely complex undertaking due to the need to relocate a water valve chamber ($60,000), and to move some hydro lines. Funding will come from the Public Works capital budget, the Engineering capital budget, a contribution from Union Water and a charge to General Infrastructure Improvements.
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The joy of the holiday season arrives early at Caesars Windsor with the appearance of award-winning multi-platinum superstar Mariah Carey,bringing her powerhouse vocals and celebrated live show to fans. With limited international dates, The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor is Mariah Carey’s only Canadian tour stop during her acclaimed All I Want for Christmas Is You concert series!
* Must be 19 years of age or older to enter and win * One entry per applicant DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd, 2017 AT 12 NOON
It was a sea of red as 450 guests enjoyed the ‘Oh Canada!’ themed Mennonite Home Gala on Saturday evening, Oct. 21 at the Portuguese Club. The largest gala to date, the event was sponsored by the Leamington Mennonite Home.
The record crowd helped raise a record $85,000 for the Robert W. Schmidt Long Term Care Home Renewal Project. With the funds the home will refurbish resident dining rooms and serveries, creating a more accessible and a more pleasurable dining experience for the residents.
The celebration, marking Canada’s 150th birthday, featured greetings, specifically for the evening, from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. And to make this a truly Canadian experience, a Tim Hortons coffee bar, complete with a Canadian flag birthday cake, was a real hit with the crowd.
In addition to leading the evening’s program, Peter Neufeld, CAO for the Town of Leamington, led a live auction.
Linda Tiessen, Administrator of the Mennonite Home, expressed gratitude for the attendance and outcome that surpassed all expectations.
The Gala Committee of 20 spends much of the year planning, organizing and working the gala, Tiessen added. They are a dedicated, creative and talented group that has organized the home’s gala for the past 16 years, Tiessen said.
“We are grateful for the strong and ongoing community generosity which supports our ministry of eldercare,” she added. “The Leamington Mennonite Home is the only not-forprofit and faith-based home in the region and has served the needs of seniors since 1965.”
LEAMINGTON DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
194 Erie St. North Leamington, Ontario N8H 3X4 NOVEMBER 27, 2017 • 6:00 PM at the Farmer’s Market Building �
Leamington Mennonite Home Gala Committee
Herb Enns was the lucky winner of the $3,000 grand prize at the Leamington Mennonite Home’s “Oh Canada!” Gala held Saturday night, October 21 at the Leamington Portuguese Club. Pictured, Enns (second from left) receives the cheque from Henry Hildebrandt (Chair of Leamington Mennonite Home Board), Evelyn Greenwood (Co-Chair of the Gala Committee) and Linda Tiessen (Chair of the Gala Committee and Administrator of the Leamington Mennonite Home).
Back row, left to right, Elizabeth Molzan, Erna Schachowskoy, Hedy Tiessen and Edith Bergen, along with (in front) Kurt Schachowskoy, Rudy Klassen and Ron Bergen were dressed to the nines at the “Oh Canada” Gala on Saturday night.
Right - “Members of the RCMP” greeted guests as they arrived at the Oh Canada themed Mennonite Home Gala Saturday evening. Playing the role of Mounties were Nathan Toews (left) and Dalton Fulmer.
Students Learn About Fire Safety
On Friday, October 20, students at Gore Hill Public School participated in a Fire Safety presentation. Leamington Fire Service’s Deputy-Chief Mike Ciacelli and Lieutenant Scott McCallum shared the everyday dangers found in the home with Early Years and Primary grades. Pictured, Deputy Fire Chief Mike Ciacelli explains the hidden hazards of a house fire to Hussain Bakaa. (Submitted photo)
NatureFresh™ Farms first to use dog to sniff Pepper Weevil
A pest outbreak in the fall of 2016 left all bell pepper growers in the Leamington area highly concerned. Pepper Weevil (Anthonomus Eugenii) is an unconventional pest that a regular Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system cannot maintain and cannot be spotted by humans which makes it nearly impossible to catch early on. Once the pest spreads, it is essentially a death sentence for the crop as no beneficial bug is strong enough to combat it and sprays just irritate the pest forcing it to reproduce more.
Cam Lyons, Research and Development and IPM Technician at NatureFresh™ Farms, realized that there had to be a solution and conducted countless development sessions. “Dogs are very intelligent animals. Many worker dogs are trained to recognize and discover scents associated with drugs or bombs, so it seemed possible to train a dog to recognize pepper weevil.”
After a lot of research, NatureFresh™ Farms adopted Chili, a 15-month old female Belgian Shepherd who was bred as a working dog. Chili underwent 8 weeks of training and was certified by the American Working Dog Association who verified that Chili was the first dog certified for pest related scent detection on a farm. This certification also allows Chili to work in the farm without any food safety concern.
Chili works alongside Tina Heide, an IPM scout and her handler. The duo begin their days by searching the perimeters of the greenhouses, main aisle ways, inside trucks, pallets and near pack lines - and of course, Chili’s day is comprised of many breaks to ensure she doesn’t get too hot or tired. When Chili detects the scent of Pepper Weevil she will sit and stare at the location of concern. This allows Na-
tureFresh™ farms to isolate any areas of concern in order to mitigate risks. Since we do not have Pepper Weevil at this given time, Tina hides Pepper Weevil stored in plastic containers throughout the greenhouse and tasks Chili with finding them, which she always does. “For Chili it’s like a game of hide and seek. While she’s out there working, it’s actually a game for her and she’s loving it” Tina explained.
COATS FOR KIDS NEEDS DONATIONS OF WINTER COATS AND ACCESSORIES, especially for boys and girls age 6-14. Items can be dropped off at the SECC office (215 Talbot St. E., Leamington), Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wheatley Arena, Kingsville Arena, Maurice’s (288 Erie St. S., Leamington), or taken directly to Fletcher’s Cleaners or Kennedy Cleaners in Leamington. Items will be accepted until October 27.
MATHEMATICS TUTORING FOR GR. 6-8 will be held Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in a classroom situation beginning October 25. The class will be led by retired teacher David Kolotylo who specialized in mathematics. No charge. 10 students maximum per class. Registration required. Individual tutoring available upon request. Students must bring their math notebooks, pens, pencils. For more information call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Deacon Deborah.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE - Friday, October 27 from 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville.
Wheatley Friendship Club ANNUAL FALL BAZAAR, Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 171 Erie St. N., Wheatley. Treasures Room, Crafts, Quilting Room, Bake Table and Tea Room.
MESSY CHURCH HALLOWE’EN - Saturday, October 28 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. All ages welcome to enjoy Hallowe’en fun! Crafts, games, music, dinner. Come dressed in costume if you wish, not too scary or inappropriate.There is NO cost. More info: 519-326-3111.
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT WITH LEAMINGTON OPP! Tuesday, October 31 at the Leamington OPP Detachment, 7 Clark St. W. Treats and hot chocolate. All kids welcome anytime between 4:00-8:00 p.m.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, November 1, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App .
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, November 4 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at South Point Community Church, 475 Bevel Line, Leamington. Still room for vendors. Proceeds of table rentals go the The Bridge - Leamington Youth Resource Centre. Info: dpearce71@ hotmail.com
CENTERING PRAYER INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP, Saturday, November 4 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Registration at 9:00
a.m. St. Michael’s Church (Administrative Bldg.), 29 Elliott St., Leamington. Are you feeling a desire to deepen your prayer, to be more aware of God’s Presence, to live more and more in union with God? Do you wish to learn more about the Christian contemplative path? Cost: Freewill donation if desired. Bring bag lunch. Register: 519-324-0118 or email Marlene: kolkel@sympatico.ca
SHOOTERS PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB PHOTO EXHIBITION, Tuesday, October 31 to Saturday, November 25 at the Leamington Arts Centre, 72 Talbot St. W. Stop by and see the fabulous framed photos that members have taken. Free admission. For club information and meetings visit Facebook.com. Further info: Mike at mtowne@sympatico.ca
COATS FOR KIDS DISTRIBUTION DAYS will take place at the Leamington SECC office at 215 Talbot St. E. on Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, November 7 from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. If you or someone you know is in need of a winter coat or accessories, stop by the SECC office on one of these dates.
CAREER CLOTHING IS AVAILABLE at St. John Anglican Church
Angel Cupboard for anyone who requires professional clothing to attend job interviews or for starting a new position. Call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Charlotte to set up an appointment.
IS ANGER INTERFERING WITH YOUR WORK AND HOME
LIFE? Are you struggling with your anger? The CommUnity Partnership is offering a coping with anger group. This 8-week program is designed to give a better understanding of anger and provide positive coping strategies. Groups will run Wednesdays at Erie Shores HealthCare and are free of charge. More info: Community Partnership 226-348-4548 or email info@cupartner.ca
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.
FREE RECOVERY PROGRAMS at South Shore Health Centre, 15
John St., Leamington: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Westover Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Women Only Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Guided Meditation Group; Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. SMART; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Recovery Support in Low German and Spanish; Fridays at 6:30 p.m. CA Group. Individual family and friends education and support to create a recovery plan call 519-990-2530 for an appointment.
MOODS DISORDER GROUP MEETS the 1st and 3rd
Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, 1st Floor. Info: Nancy at 519-971-4050 or nrkolah@sympatico.ca
“In order to continue to grow it is essential to develop new strategies and look beyond conventional methods. We encourage our team to think outside the box and test any ideas they may have; no idea is considered too crazy,” explained Peter Quiring, owner and CEO. The novel idea of using a dog to prevent pest outbreaks is proving to be a success.
Left to right: Cam Lyons, Nature Fresh Farms, dog handler Tina Heide, and Chili, pest detecting dog.
Major renovations at Rec Complex
By Pat Bailey
It’s an amazing Leamington facility, one that may get overlooked by residents.
Over the past year the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex (LKRC) has been undergoing a dramatic transformation, one designed to make the Complex more energy efficient as well as more visually attractive.
For Geoff Stephenson, a relative newcomer to Leamington and the supervisor of Membership Services and Marketing for the LKRC, touring visitors around the Complex is a real pleasure. He takes great pride in the facility and is especially thrilled to show off the recent upgrades, made possible with the approval of Council.
“This facility belongs to the people of Leamington,” said Stephenson, “and it’s so nice that Council has continued to be so progressive (when it comes to maintenance).”
The original portion of the facility, the Frank T. Sherk Complex, was built in 1985, so it was certainly due for some upgrades, said Stephenson. The double-pad arena portion was added in 2000, resulting in a 179,000 square foot facility.
Throughout the years, Stephenson said the facility has served the town well, but time, daily use and the elements have taken a bit of a toll on the windows, the stone exterior and the pool area ceiling.
And in an age when energy conservation is so vital, it was also time to replace the boilers, the windows and insulation to make the facility a much more efficient entity
In the long run, Stephenson believes that the savings will be huge.
So far, the Complex has undergone hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of upgrades.
The rusting pool ceiling has been blasted and repainted and the pool ceiling roof drain has also been replaced. The exterior wall adjacent to the pool has been insulated and sided, and the pool room window replacement process is nearing completion.
Stephenson notes that some racquetball courts have also been refinished. They were completed in preparation of the Junior Racquetball Championships that the LKRC hosted in the summer.
Another major program included is the upgrading of lighting throughout the Complex where the existing lighting was replaced by LED lights.
While regular visitors may not notice many of these changes, Stephenson said they will certainly pay off when it comes to daily costs of running the facility. The domestic boilers have been replaced by a much more efficient yet much smaller system. The Sherk-side sewage pump has also been replaced and a new Zamboni door and separation wall have also been installed.
While many of the upgrades are completed, Stevenson said that others are yet to come.
The arena portion of the LKRC will see the replacement of the dehumidification system, the complete replacement of the ice plant’s evaporative condenser unit on the roof and the rebuilding of the Sherk elevator.
Stephenson also mentioned that in addition to the physical changes in the facility, the staff has also been diligent in working to give the residents of Leamington what they want when it comes to programming.
He was thrilled with the response of an online survey completed over the summer, resulting in adjusting and adding some programs to help fulfill some of the wishes of its membership.
One important aspect of the facility, said Stephenson, is to promote a healthy living lifestyle.
Special PA Day activities such as shinny hockey and swimming will be offered on Nov. 17.
With thousands of visitors on a weekly basis, many due to minor hockey games and the strength of the Leamington Flyers organization, Stephenson said the LKRC is a real community gem.
At the end of the day, Stephenson said he would just like members of the community to realize that the LKRC has so much to offer for people of all ages.
He is also thankful for Council’s support. “The
Ride For Refuge fundraiser helps provide hope
Ride for Refuge in Leamington was a great success. Two local teams, the Pedal Pushers and the Windsurfers, joined together at Point Pelee National Park on Saturday, September 30, participating in support of Christian Horizons at this annual fundraiser.
Money raised will go towards donor-funded programs that are not funded by government support. More specifically – thousands of people who experience disabilities will have access to inclusive education in four developing countries and hundreds of local families participate in special opportunities like family retreats.
So far this year, Christian Horizons has raised over $70,000 thanks to the help of 278 participants and 1,620 donors. In the Leamington area alone, participants raised just over $2,000.
The Ride For Refuge is a well-loved event for Christian Horizons because it creates an opportunity for everyone to belong, regardless of ability or disability.
municipality has really stepped up in bringing it back to its original glory,” he said.
“The main goal of the investment in the Complex is to improve the customer experience and renew the pride in our facilities,” said Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld. “It is the commitment from Council that shows that LKRC is an integral part of the Leamington community.”
Two Leamington teams, the Pedal Pushers and the Windsurfers, participated in Ride for Refuge on Sept. 30 at Point Pelee National Park. The event is an annual Christian Horizons fundraiser. From left to right are Darrel Regnier, Susan Rocheleau, Martha Lessels, Richard Rocheleau, Ryan Hallick (behind), Cindy Hallick, Geralyn Kwasnycia, Justina Peters, Laurie Parrott and Joe Kwasnycia. (Submitted photo)
Crews work on replacing the pool area windows at the Complex.
Bus Evacuation Practice
OBITUARY
Kenneth Goodman
Kenneth Russell Goodman, 87 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at Leamington Hospital.
Beloved husband of Tilly (Van Kempen) for 65 years. Loving father of Ken (Shelly Weiss) and late wife Sheree, Dennis (Valerie), Dave (Mary-Lynne). Dear and special grandfather of Steven (Candice), Samantha (Alex), Jackie, Chris (Kaylee), Heather, Vicki (Jason), Katie (Jessica) and Lindsey (Shannon). Ken was predeceased by all ten of his siblings.
At Ken’s request, cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Ken’s life will take place on Monday, November 13, 2017 at Leamington United Church, 9 John Street, Leamington, at 12 noon.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society by contacting the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).
Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Church Directory
Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915 Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727
Sunday Worship 9:45 am Summer Worship Services 10 am
Meadow Brook Church 219 Talbot Street East Leamington 519-326-3605
2 Sunday Worship Services 9 am and 11 am
North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928
Sunday Worship 10:00 am
South Point Community Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington Pastor Dave Bretzlaff 519-819-1590
Sunday Service 10:30 am Spanish Service Sunday 6 pm
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342
Sunday Worship 6:30 pm
220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644 Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am
St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church 311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)
MENNONITE
Faith Mennonite Church 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am Deer Run Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington www.deerrun.church
Leamington District Memorial Hospital 194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443
PENTECOSTAL
LakePoint Family Church
285 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-322-2316
Service Sunday 9:15 am & 11:15 am
Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am
English/Spanish 6:30 pm
Templo Christiano De Leamington
39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654
Sunday Worship Services 3 pm
Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel
6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031
Sunday Worship 7:30 pm
OBITUARY
Reina Kempster
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reina Jane Kempster (September 15, 1942 – October 20, 2017) after a lengthy battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Predeceased by parents Russell and Thelma Hicks and brother Ronald. Survived by husband of 56 years Harry Kempster. Loving mother of Michele, Brian (Tanya) and Bradley. Will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Amy, Jack, Lauren and Kylee. Also survived by her brother Richard Hicks and sisters-in-law Laverne Hicks, Phyllis Hicks and Mary Wilson.
Upon her request there will be no visitation and no funeral service. Please, no flowers.
Donations to Erie Shores Hospice would be most appreciated.
OBITUARY
Margaret Gillanders
June 10, 1939 - October 22, 2017
Don’t reuse passwords, warns Privacy Commissioner
United Pentecostal Church
312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056
Sunday Worship Services 11 am
PRESBYTERIAN
Knox Presbyterian Church
58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541
www.pccweb.ca/knoxleamnington/
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am
ROMAN CATHOLIC
St. Michael’s Church
29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643
Saturday Mass 5:00 pm
Sunday Masses 8 am and 10 am 10:30 am Our Lady of Blessed Sacrament - Wheatley
St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite) 280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282
Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 am (Lebanese, English)
SALVATION ARMY
The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street
Leamington 519-326-4901
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am
Olinda-Ruthven United Church
1907 Queen Blvd., Ruthven ON 519-326-3138
Sunday Services at 9:30 am
Wheatley United Church 59 Talbot St. W., Wheatley ON 519-825-4157
Sunday Services at 10:30 am
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST
Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda
2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352
Sunday Service 10:30 am
Recent trend in breaches raises alarm
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) is urging individuals to stop reusing passwords and businesses to require employees to reset their passwords in order to curb a recent trend involving breaches that are similar.
In recent months, the OPC has received several breach reports from companies that suspect their systems were accessed by individuals using valid customer or employee login data. It’s believed the criminals had obtained the data from previous, unrelated breaches that resulted in username and password combinations being published online.
“There’s a simple way for individuals to prevent these types of password reuse breaches: don’t reuse passwords,” said Privacy Commissioner Daniel Therrien. “Businesses also have a role to play. They should require employees to change their work passwords if they’ve ever used the same one elsewhere. Companies should also remember that an employee’s password should not be their only line of de-
Margaret Rose Gillanders, 78 years, passed away peacefully at Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus.
Beloved wife of William (Bill) for 60 years. Loving mother of Terry (Roxanne), Wayne (Bernadette), Garth (Coralee), Roger, Donna Thompson (Scott). Adored grandmother of April (Jarrod), Amy (Phil), Lisa, Jarrod, Jennifer (Matt), Eric, Lindsay, Danielle (Matt), Nicole, CJ, Aaron, Emily, Gina, and proud great-grandmother of Lily, Kallum, Jazmine, Lola, Cole, Hayden, Reid and Fallon. Survived by brother Alfred and sister-in-law Joan Jacobs. Predeceased by her parents Verlie and Herman Woofenden, mother and father-in-law Mable and Eric Gillanders, sisters Jean, Evelyn and Ferne, brothers Thomas, Fred, Stanley, Richard and Frances, brotherin-law Allen, and sister-in-law Shirley. Special aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at St. Andrew’s United Church, 6425 Main St., Comber, on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 1 p.m. The family will be receiving family and friends at 12-noon. Rev. Colin Swan officiating.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation by contacting the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631). Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
fense against online intruders.”
Other precautions, such as multifactor authentication for those accessing company servers remotely and monitoring for unusual employee login behaviour are also important, he says.
Besides not using the same password for different websites, accounts and devices, individuals and employees are also reminded to consider the following when selecting passwords:
• Avoid obvious choices such as mother’s maiden name, child’s name, pet’s name or any reference someone may be able to guess through information you have posted elsewhere;
• Make them 8 or more characters;
• Use a combination of letters, numbers and symbols;
• If you need to write them down to remember them, keep them offline in a secret, secure, locked place.
About the Privacy Commissioner of Canada: The Privacy Commissioner of Canada is mandated by Parliament to act as an ombudsman and guardian of privacy in Canada. The Commissioner enforces two laws for the protection of personal information: the Privacy Act, which applies to the federal public sector; and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, Canada’s federal private sector privacy law.
This past week, Gore Hill Public School students held a Bus Evacuation Practice. Students reviewed bus safety procedures and then participated in a variety of bus evacuation trials. Pictured, bus monitors Ryan Klassen and Meghan Tavares assist student Aiden Vlodarchyk during a rear bus evacuation. (Submitted photo)
Essex County OPP laid several charges during Operation Impact
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Essex County participated in Operation Impact on the Thanksgiving weekend. Several Provincial Offences charges were laid, including the following:
• 227 speeding charges
• 3 seatbelt charges
• 1 distracted driving charge
• 63 hazardous moving violations
• 1 impaired driving charge/exceed 80 mg blood alcohol contest (BAC)
• 1 warning range suspension
Essex County OPP officers investigated 29 motor vehicle collisions this year between October 6-9, compared to 38 last year at this time.
The motoring public is reminded that although enforcement initiatives are held throughout holiday weekends during the year, officers are and will continue to enforce these infractions every day.
“A reduction in the number of motor vehicle collisions investigated by OPP members across Essex County this past Thanksgiving as compared to last year is refreshing news,” said Detachment Commander Glenn Miller, Essex County OPP. “The instances of motorist not adhering to posted speed limit signs continues to be identified as a concern with Essex County OPP members laying the highest number of speeding charges throughout West Region. Speed is a major contributor to motor vehicle collisions and we urge the public to respect all posted speed laws.”
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Vortex blank Lions in senior football
By Bryan Jessop
Excluding the location, the 2017 regular season ended precisely the same way it started for the Leamington District Secondary School senior football team.
The Lions were shut out 41-0 by the visiting Tecumseh Vista Academy squad Friday, Oct. 20 — the same score by which Leamington fell to the Vortex on the road in Game 1 about five weeks earlier. The virtually impenetrable TVA defense has allowed zero points against in the first five of its six 2017 games this season. The 208 points the Vortex has accumulated over those same matches is also by far the most effective offense in the five-team WECSSAA AA Tier II division.
“We had a few good drives today and I’ve seen development from our younger players.”
— Jason Primeau
Tecumseh threatened to score early in Friday’s game, establishing a first and goal on the Lions’ seven-yard line. A defiant LDSS defense however kept the game scoreless after the Vortex’s first possession. The visitors’ persistence later in the quarter — with just over two minutes remaining — earned them a nine-yard touchdown run through the middle of Lions’ defensive line. On the first play following the ensuing kickoff, Leamington surrendered possession of the ball on a fumble near midfield.
The hosts recovered their own third-down punt at the Leamington 37-yard line early in the second, but allowed another nine-yard sprint for a 14-0 Vortex lead near the middle of the quarter. The Lions came painfully close to breaking the eggshell in TVA’s Points Against column with a possession that had at one point advanced to first and 10 on the guests’ 11-yard line. Leamington played the second down at Tecumseh’s six-yard line and moved as far as the two-yard line after the third down to lose possession one yard shy of earning a first down.
While the Lions continued to rely primarily on a rushing game, the Vortex began advancing more through the air in the second half. The visitors made a successful onside kick to start the third quarter, gaining control of the ball on their own 54. From there, they gradually advanced to Leamington’s 13-yard line before a passing play concluded in the end zone for a 21-0 score.
Turnover trouble continued for the Lions later in the third, with two consecutive possessions ending with fumbles recovered by Vista defenders — first at Tecumseh’s 27-yard line and then on Leamington’s 34. The latter eventually translated into a 10-yard touchdown pass with PAT for a 28-0 Vortex advantage early in the fourth quarter. The Lions’ offense committed another fumble during a third down play on TVA’s 49-yard line, eventually leading to a seven-yard touchdown run and unsuccessful PAT attempt.
Leamington committed yet another fumble on the following kick return, this time giving up the ball at the 55-yard line. Scoring ended on a one-yard touchdown run for Tecusmeh with a PAT kick that split the uprights.
“We’ve come a long way since the first game of the season,” noted LDSS head coach Jason Primeau, who explained that Friday’s handful of first downs against the Vortex easily surpassed the one his team’s offense managed in the mid-September match against the same team. “We had a few good drives today and I’ve seen development from our younger players. There were some tackles made by players we didn’t expect.”
One of Leamington’s biggest challenges through the latter stages of the 2017 season was injuries — key players including Billy Friesen, Andy Froese and Xavier Leonard sat out Friday’s games while tending to injuries.
“We’ve definitely been short bodies,” said Primeau. “Everybody got a chance to play today.”
The Vortex have become the one Tier II team to advance to the AA playoff rounds while the Lions will finish fourth at 1-4. The 2017 schedule will end for Leamington with an exhibition game against the Blenheim District High School Bobcats on home field Thursday, Oct. 26 with a 1:30 p.m. start. With only three varsity teams after the Petrolia-based Lambton Central team folded at the beginning of the season, the Lambton-Kent Secondary School Athletic Association league schools set up exhibition games versus WECSSAA opponents for more experience prior to their playoff schedules. Excluding two forfeit wins, the Bobcats are 2-2 with losses to Wallaceburg and wins versus John McGregor in Chatham.
Bryce Gabriel of the Lions eyes an opening to gain a few more yards on a punt return against the Vortex in WECSSAA senior boys football action at the former Leamington District Secondary School site Friday, Oct. 20. The final regular season game ended in a 41-0 win for Tecumseh Vista Academy, who played their entire five-game schedule without surrendering a single point. Leamington finished the five-team AA Tier II division in fourth place at 1-4.
RFH Atom Majors hit the road
The Southpoint Reid Funeral Home Atom Majors hit the road all weekend with two games, one on Saturday, Oct. 21 in Essex where they faced the Ravens and again on Sunday, Oct. 22 in Kingsville where they faced the Storm.
On Saturday night in Essex, Southpoint played a great hard-fought game where the score was tied 1-1 for the most part. Colton Selwood put a goal on the board for the Caps to tie the game and it stayed that way for some time.
Essex put one past the Caps to take the lead. The Capitals fought hard to get it back but fell short.
Andrew Demant was great in goal, as well as the defensive team of Liam Brown, Liam Ouellette, Kaleb Jardim, Caidon Fuller and Logan Lefaive.
On Sunday the Caps travelled to Kingsville to face the Storm. Southpoint fell short in this game. Colton Selwood scored two goals. Tomas Kniaziew played a great game between the pipes to keep the Caps in the game.
Flamingo bowling scores
The following are the Flamingo Restaurant bowling leagues scores for October 9.
Games Over 200: Richard Dickau 258, Aaron Dickau 234-234, Wayne Abbott 200, Heinz Kosempel 232-216, Jamie Arquette 214, Ernie Purr 210, Ozzie Wolf 206. Series Over 550: Richard Dickau 594, Aaron Dickau 645, Dan Dalimonte 574, Heinz Kosempel 640, Jamie Arquette 562.
High Handicap Games: Richard Dickau 318, Ernie Purr 298, Heinz Kosempel 286.
High Handicap Series: Heinz Kosempel 802, Ernie Purr 793, Richard Dickau 774.
Standings: Dickau Construction 22, Rhine Boys 20, Fittler Farms 19, Weil’s Food 17, Del Fresco 14, S.W. Property 13. Richard Dickau bowled an actual 258 game, second high for the season, and with that a 318 high handicap game for the year. Also Heinz Kosempel’s 640 series was third high for the season so far.
BRYAN
JESSOP
Jessop’s Journal
The word “traditionalist” is often illuminated in a very negative light.
We traditionalists (a.k.a. “purists”) are often labeled as stubborn, backward thinking old fools who can’t let go of the past and use terms like “classic” and “if it’s not broken, don’t fix it” far too often. Truth be told, we loathe change for the sake of change. No, I’m not just making reference to financially weak southern U.S. National Hockey League teams who keep changing jersey and logo designs in pathetic efforts to retain the attention of their “fans” (although yes, I’d lose my mind if the Montreal Canadiens changed their sweaters — even temporarily — except to honour an older design).
I’ll freely admit and refuse to apologize for the fact that I’m one of the first people out there to use terms like “the good old days.” All the music I own is on CD with the exception of a few cassettes (ask your parents, Millennials). I have no idea how to use Twitter or Instagram… and I’m not exactly Facebook savvy either. My last cell was a flip phone. I’m still bitter about front wheel drive, an automotive innovation introduced several years before I was born. It drives me insane when grocery stores rearrange their inventories — leaving the Rice Krispies and the rest of the cereal in the same aisle for years on end isn’t going to put any food retailer of out business, thank you very much.
One of the latest professional sports leagues to consider a major overhaul is, believe it or not, NOT the NHL. It’s Major League Baseball. We’re talking about a huge potential shake up here — one that makes the introduction of interleague play (regular season games between American and National League teams) 20 years ago look like a very minor blip on the radar. First, the MLB, formed in 1876 (that’s a scant nine years after the birth of Canada), is considering expanding from 30 to 32 teams.
there be two leagues of three five-team divisions each. The divisional alteration wouldn’t cause much of a ruckus, but essentially dissolving the American and National Leagues? That’s the element that inspired the title for this column. It’s been awhile since the AL and NL have truly operated as separate entities, although there’s still the difference in approach to the designated hitter (the American League has them, the National League does not).
The general conversation indicates that there’ll instead be four conferences —West, North, East and Midwest, each with eight teams. Why not simply accommodate two-team expansion by transforming each league’s three divisions of five into two divisions of eight? Presto, the top two teams of each division face each other and the single-game wildcard nonsense becomes obsolete (although I guess that COULD happen either way). Major League Baseball is chomping at the bit to expand the playoff picture, which could easily be accommodated by allowing 16 teams to qualify — first versus fourth and second versus third in each division. I’d prefer just the top two from each division advancing to the post season for the sake of more evenly matched first rounds, but I realize that money talks.
Nope, instead they’re looking at EIGHT total wild card spots, with winners to take on the divisional leaders. So yeah, the odds of a mediocre team grabbing a wildcard spot by the skin of its teeth and then getting lucky enough to pull off a fluke victory in the wildcard round only to get pummeled by a divisional leader grow significantly. Yawn. Yes, considering only divisional status allows teams with lower winning percentages to make the playoffs while stronger teams miss out simply because those qualifiers are in weaker divisions (it happens a lot in the NFL). Chances are, however, that if you finish second in a group of eight, you probably deserve a ticket into the post season. Additionally, you can ensure an opportunity to print “2021 AL East Champions” t-shirts or raise “2022 NL West Champion” banners again.
Okay, that part’s not really a big deal (although it hasn’t happened since 1995). Montreal and Portland are considered the frontrunners, although San Antonio, Indianapolis and Vancouver have also been discussed. That element of the big change will be a moving target until just before everything is said and done, as it’s impossible to forecast where the deep-pocketed owners will insist on setting up shop. Some of us would love to see the revival of the Expos, though — it might actually give pro sports fans in Montreal something to cheer about.
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The biggest adjustment would be a radical realignment. No longer would
Also up for consideration is cutting the regular season schedule down from 162 to 156 games, giving each team one day off per week and allotting more time for the extra playoff games. Actually, I’m okay with that one. It provides a bit of relief from ‘baseball burnout’. The new schedule would also cut down on travel costs, since divisions would be arranged with time zones in mind. Perhaps the best part is that the two New York and two Chicago squads would finally be in the same division. Yes, I’m a purist, but even I’ll admit that denying more opportunity for geographical rivals to go head to head is asinine.
Alright, I suppose the proposed changes aren’t ALL bad. It’ll be interesting to see how fans react to the elimination of the American and National Leagues. What will become of the designated hitter? What about the All Star Game? Who plays who after divisional leader vs. wildcard winner series are done? There’s no set in stone timeline on the changes, but I guess we’ll find the answers to these questions soon enough. Hopefully, the Tigers will find their way into the weakest of the new divisions.
Novice AEs compete at Stoney Creek
The Southpoint L.J. Fleming Novice AE Capitals hit the road on the weekend to participate in the 32nd annual Ace Bailey Hockey Tournament in Stoney Creek. Knowing that they would be playing against teams from bigger centres than their own, the young Capitals squad knew that nothing but hard work would help their chances towards a positive outcome.
On Friday, Oct. 20, Southpoint’s first opponent was the Lorne Park Clarkson Wild. The Wild came out firing on all cylinders and after a slow first period the Caps seemed to find their legs and were able to trade rushes and chances equally with their foe.
After the Caps had fallen into a three-goal deficit through two periods, Southpoint was able to get on the board 2½ minutes into the third.
Isaiah Georges stopped a streaking Wild player then was able to shovel the puck to Aidan Pulley who quickly found Jonathan Recker. Recker raced in alone on their net minder, made a move to his left, pulling him out and tucked the puck in the open cage. The Wild added one more before the end to make the final 4-1.
Next, in the afternoon, Southpoint faced a tough team, the Oakville Rangers. Both sides traded chances throughout the game but the Capitals were just not getting any bounces and were unable to find the back of the net in a 5-0 defeat.
Early Saturday morning, Southpoint’s next opponent was the undefeated team the Oakridge Aeros. After falling behind by a pair early, Southpoint was able to halve their lead by lighting the lamp late in the first. Charlie Ketler held strong at the blue line keeping the puck in and passing to a wide open Ty Gould who made no mistake and buried it glove side. The Aeros snuck in a couple more before the Caps were able to get on the board again. From a scrum behind the net AJ Youssef brought the puck out and from a sharp angle fired one off the far post. The rebound came right back to Youssef who knocked in his own rebound to again get the Caps within striking distance. Unfortunately the Oakridge team added one more, resulting in a hard fought and well played 5-2 loss.
Later that same day, because of records, Southpoint again faced this same team from Oakridge in the first of two semifinals. Again the Caps found themselves with an early 2-0 deficit, but with three minutes remaining in the first were able to get right back within striking distance. Aidan Pulley weaved in and out with the puck and while trying to split the D was knocked down. Zack Bradley simply picked up the puck and carried on firing a shot on
net. The goalie made the initial save but the rebound came out right to AJ Youssef who was able to bang it home making it 2-1.
It was all Aeros on the scoresheet from this point on, but it was not from lack of effort from the Capitals squad. They played hard and they played fast, competing against every team they faced.
The goaltending duo of Karly Franklin and Nolan Meadows made numerous highlight reel saves throughout the weekend, impressing both their teammates and the fans watching from the stands.
The Southpoint Capitals ended up having a great time playing good hockey teams and learning a little something along the way.
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, Oct. 16: 1st Jim Perkes and Roger Cote, 2nd Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson, 3rd Roy Trowell and Ron Martin, 4th Sharon Lutz and Marie Ellwood. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, Oct. 18: North/South - 1st Marie Ellwood and Roger Cote, 2nd Ken Pryke and Sean Pryke, 3rd Bill Chaplin and Chris Brennan. East/ West - 1st Keitha Mulder and Frank Duransky, 2nd John McGregor and George Hildebrandt, 3rd Ron Martin and Derek Parry. Bridge is played every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
LDSS senior boys volleyball vs. Essex
Jorden Fehr of the Lions spikes the ball toward the Essex half of the court and two Red Raider blockers during a WECSSAA Tier I senior boys volleyball match at LDSS Thursday, Oct. 12. Essex won the first and third sets 25-22 and 25-21 while the Lions took the middle set 25-22. On Monday, Oct. 16, Leamington hosted the Holy Names Knights and won in scores of 25-12, 25-14 and 25-16.
Stars weekend scoreboard
The Southpoint Community Tropy Atom Stars entertained the Lakeshore Lightning in Essex-Kent League action on Sunday evening, Oct. 22. The Lady Stars battled hard but could not contain the Lightning and fell by a score of 5-2. Taylor Insley and Shelby Wiebe scored big goals for the hometown Stars with the assists being scored by Chloe Taylor, Kristen Kretschmann, Abby Bedard and Natalie Edwards.
The Southpoint Intermediate Whites played host to the Lakeshore Lightning. The Stars scored a goal in each of the three periods en route to a dominant 3-0 victory. Jillian Iles paced the Stars attack netting two big goals, while Chase Cabral notched a single tally. Scoring the Stars assists were Lauryn Gradwell (2), Kelsey Almasi (2), Kathryn Ciacelli and Jill Iles. Erica Taylor absolutely shut the door in the crease, scoring a huge shutout for her team!
The Southpoint Intermediate Reds battled the Chatham Outlaws on Sunday night in Wheatley in Essex-Kent League action. Kayla “Lights Out” Collison led the offensive at-
tack netting a pair of goals, while Abbey “Captain Dangles” Gualtieri rounded out the Stars scoring. The all important assists were scored by Kasia Dyck, Sydney Dries, Rayvenne Sarkis, Amber Tazzman and Jen Fehr. The Southpoint Red Stars won this game by a score of 3-1.
UMEI Lightning senior boys volleyball vs. Ste. Cecile
The Lightning’s Aaron Janzen sends the ball toward the opposite site of the net and two Ste. Cecile blockers during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys volleyball match Thursday, Oct. 19 at UMEI. The Lightning swept the sets in scores of 25-15, 25-14 and 25-17 to improve its record to an even 3-3.
Golden Years golf report
Thirty-four avid Golden Years golfers delivered a respectable showing with 49 aces on October 19 at Colasanti’s.
Highlighting the day was a 16 over 9 and 35 over 18 holes by Bob Martin. Summarizing the 49 aces delivered are as follows: Al Rutter - 5; Pete Daudlin, Gary Honey, Mavis Rutter - 4; Al Christie, Betty McManus, Bob McWilliam - 3; Mike Binder, Marie Lasi, Bob Martin, Andy Orsini, Colleen Pearse, Ernie Vandenberg, Gerrit Vriesen 2. Diane Ware, Cathy Dewhurst, Tom Dewhurst, Barbara Fick, Ron Fick, Vicky Harris, Lloyd Honey, Julia Kos - 1.
Leading the way over 9 holes with 16 was Bob Martin, followed closely by Gary Honey, Al Rutter and Mavis Rutter with 17. Notching 18 were John Murphy, Bob McWilliam, Pete Daudlin (2), Gerrit Vriesen, Bill Taylor, Marie Lasi, Ernie Vandenberg, Betty McManus, Julia Kos, Colleen Pearse and Ron Fick.
Bob Martin again led the pack of 18 holes with a strong 35. Mavis Rutter scored 37, while Gary Honey, Colleen Pearse, Marie Lasi, Pete Daudlin and Bob McWilliam managed 38.
Pete Daudlin delivered 77 over 36 holes, with Bob Martin and Bob McWilliam carding 78.
Boasting rights with a first place score of 237 went to Team Queens (Bob McWilliam, John Murphy, Phantom). Securing second place with 239 was Team 5 (Andy Orsini, Cathy Dewhurst, Gary Honey). Nailing down third and final spot with 242 was Team Jacks (Pete Daudlin, Eva Kah, Phantom).
The next golf date is October 26 at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
Atom Grey loses to Kings
On Sat. Oct. 14 the Southpoint Capitals Atom Grey team travelled to Kingsville to take on the Kings Purple team.
Rowan Arthurs, Cole Gossmann, Cohen Kimball and Cole Carreio were solid in the first period as they battled hard before Kingsville was able to slip one past Caps netminder Jozef Zieba.
The second period started off with good opportunities being traded at both ends. Max Youseff earned a Capitals goal by drawing the goalie to one side of the net and firing a strong wrist shot toward the opposite side. Carson Koehler and Chase Simpson earned assists. It wasn’t long before Kingsville answered back after sneaking one in from a tight angle to tie the game.
Lucas Grillo was able to get the puck to Carson Stadler who had a chance at a wraparound but was stopped by the Kingsville goalie.
In the third period, the defensive core of Mario Lopez and Eli Robertson moved the puck well out of the Caps’ end and kept the puck in the offensive zone in order to enable forwards Owen Pimentel, Dylan Marchand and Dylan Konrad a number of chances, but the Kingsville goalie was shutting the door.
Kingsville took the win 2-1.
New Baby?
Novice Blue takes win over Essex
On Sat. Oct. 14 the Southpoint Capitals Novice Blue, sponsored by Leamington Chrysler, travelled to Essex to take on host Essex Novice Teal.
The Capitals pressed early and Sean Amaral was able to get the first goal with assists from Jackson Weil and Logan Konrad. The defensive makeup of Brady Walker, Mason Wiper, Jack Williams and Landon Hilderbrand did a great job protecting their zone, while Sonny Coppola fiercely defended the net.
In the second period, Chase Collins with a high hard shot was able to find the back of the Essex net. The assist came from Brayden Hutchingame. An end-to-end rush by defenseman Brent Pimentel ended with a shot right between the pads of the Essex goalie to tie the game at 2.
It was at the 9-minute mark of the third period when Chase Collins got the lead for the Caps when he beat the Essex netminder. Great offence by Connor Rumble, Max Mastronardi, Mason Wiper and Kyle Bradley. Blake Epplett scored his first goal of the season to end the game with a win for the Capitals!
Dylan Marchand of the Southpoint Capitals Atom Grey team takes the puck down the ice in a game against Kingsville Purple.
Southpoint Capitals Atom Blue goalie Sonny Coppola.
Pelee reveals new campground
By Bryan Jessop
For the first time in four decades, overnight camping is available to the general public at Point Pelee National Park.
The local Parks Canada site celebrated the official opening of its oTENTik campground Sunday, Oct. 15 with an open house event that drew a steady stream of visitors despite heavy winds and sporadic rainfall. More than 100 guests made their way through Camp Henry’s trail of 24 camping structures within the first hour alone, getting an up-close glance at the sites and their amenities.
Most of the two dozen oTENTiks were locked during the open house, but two remained accessible to welcome visitors for views of their interiors while one offered free Smores and another hot dogs via their respective fire pits. Unofficially, Point Pelee’s new campground — the first made available at the ‘Tip of Canada’ since the 1970s — opened with the first reservation made on October 5. None of the 24 sites are expected to be available for weekend rental until November or December of this year.
“Although oTENTiks are at campgrounds across the country, the accommodations here offer a different experience than other national parks. We’ve already had people from all over using them.”
— Monique Oltrop
“They’ve been very popular,” explained Point Pelee National Park visitor experience manager Monique Oltrop. “Although oTENTiks are at campgrounds across the country, the accommodations here offer a different experience than other national parks.
We’ve already had people from all over using them.”
Visitors to Camp Henry’s new sites have hailed from across Essex County and Chatham-Kent as well as Toronto, Detroit, Kitchener, Ohio and in one case, Indiana.
Although there are slight variations of sites at Camp Henry depending on each area’s topography, all oTENTik structures are a mix of prospector tents and miniature A-frame cabins situated on raised, 19’ x 24’ wooden floors to accommodate up to six guests. Each building offers two queen sized and one double bed, tables and chairs, dishes, hydro and either wood burning stove or gas heat. Outdoors, each site includes a bar-
becue, picnic table, campfire pit, two deck chairs, wildlife-proof food storage locker and cooking equipment. Guests are encouraged to bring their own sleeping bags, pillows, blankets, cooler-transported food and drinks, flashlights, insect repellent, matches and lighters.
oTENTik sites do not include running water, although a central comfort station with flush toilets and showers is available on Camp Henry’s grounds. Each group making a reservation is also entitled to one parking space situated near the camp’s main entrance
from the park’s main road.
Construction of the overnight campground began about a year-and-a-half prior to its opening, based mainly on the establishment of trails, washrooms and other amenities. The oTENTik structures themselves were pre-fabricated and took about a month to assemble upon arrival at Camp Henry. Additional park staff were hired to book reservations at the grounds and to clean and maintain each of its 24 sites.
Rental fees for each oTENTik site is $120 per night for a minimum of two nights. Camping is available year round.
Staff recommends booking for summer holidays and weekends as early as January 1 of 2018 at 1-877-RESERVE or by visiting the website www.parkscanada.gc.ca/reservations.
More information is available at www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/ pelee/activ/otentik.
An opportunity to experience the campground will be available February 10-11 of next year at a cost of $44 per person including food and accommodations. Registration for the special event can be booked by calling 322-2365 ext. 0.
Guests at Point Pelee National Park take a peek through the windows of one of 24 oTENTik structures at Camp Henry Sunday, Oct. 15
ABOVE - Guests at Point Pelee National Park visit one of 24 oTENTik structures and grounds at Camp Henry.
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Elle Klassan and Briggete Klassan of the Lightning surround the Cougars’ Vienne Boutros in an attempt to steal the ball from her during the first half of a WECSSAA Tier III senior girls basketball game Tuesday, Oct. 17 at UMEI. The Lightning led 25-4 at the half en route to a 42-7 win, led by a 12-point effort from Emma Bedal. Delany Ribble bucketed
1951 Mercury a blast from the past!
On a recent drive through Aylmer I saw a dazzling ’51 Mercury coupe heading down the main street. Suddenly, it pulled over and parked. I parked too, jumped out and introduced myself to Terry Dans, owner of the sleek-looking Merc. He found the car about 15 years ago near Guelph. It looked pretty good until they got
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the car home. The frame was badly rotted and had to be replaced. The rebuilding took about two years, and Terry’s good friend Chuck McCallum helped with a lot of the work.
Terry had a ’49 Monarch which supplied dashboard and parking lights (unique to the ’49 model year). A ’54 Chevrolet grille was installed with two extra teeth for a total of nine, the headlights were frenched into the front fenders, and spotlights were mounted on the windshield posts.
The rear license plate frame says “Flatheads Forever”, and when Terry opened the hood I saw the original 255 flathead V8 punched out to 270 cubic inches, along with finned
aluminum heads, dual carbs and dual exhausts.
The transmission is automatic with overdrive and the rear end is stock. Terry’s ’51 Merc came new with Merc-O-Matic, the first year Mercury had an automatic transmission. The column shift has been replaced with a floor shift. And the interior is completely redone in beautiful burgundy and white.
The hood and trunk have been shaved as well as the outside door handles. The car has been lowered and chrome lakes pipes run the full length of the rocker panels. The front and rear bumpers are stock as well as the entire suspension.
Power steering and power brakes were added six weeks ago for added safety.
When fully dressed for a cruise, the front wheels carry ’57 Dodge Lancer wheel covers and the rear wheels have teardrop bubble skirts. And the gleaming 2003 Olds Red Firemist Metallic on the car is an absolute knockout! The name “Dragon Lady” is on the trunk lid in honour of Terry’s wife.
Terry is a member of the Old Aylmer Cruisers, a local car club with a bunch of guys who love driving their classic cars. Long live old cars and the people who love them!
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
Terry Dans with his cool ’51 Mercury Sport Coupe.
Canadiens beat Sharks in final second of the game
By Bryan Jessop
The Wheatley Omstead Sharks wore pink for their first annual breast cancer fundraiser, but players and coaches alike were seeing red after a controversial call that cost them at least a point.
The Sharks’ Paint the Pink Rink event — the team’s first annual fundraiser for the Ontario Breast Screening program at Erie Shores Health Care in Leamington — ended on a bitter note on the ice, as referee Kyle Vermast insisted that a Steven Sartor shot crossed the Wheatley net’s goal line prior to the sounding of the third period buzzer. Despite verbal protests from Sharks coaches and players who insisted that the initial late-game shot hit the post and the second shot crossed the line after time expired, the tiebreaking goal officially stood as being scored at the 19:59 mark for a 5-4 final score.
Sharks assistant coach Ken Shine noted that even if video evidence of the final play had been recorded, OHA guidelines would not have allowed it to serve as the basis of a formal protest.
“You can review a suspension that way, but not a goal — not at this level,” he explained. “It’s disappointing for the kids, but it’s a feeling that they’ll remember and that’ll serve them well in the end. Every one of them is sick to their stomach right now.”
The Canadiens applied heavy offensive pressure through parts of the first frame, although Sharks’ blueliners were able to keep the visiting team’s forwards away from rebounds long enough to prevent second opportunities. Wheatley was able to counter with considerable offensive pressure of its own, testing their former netminder Eric Morneau with eight shots while Dylan Zelko blocked nine.
The only scoring of the first 20 minutes was a wrist shot off the stick of Antonio Ciampa from the point to the right of the Lakeshore net. The low shot skidded just inside the left post and over the line before bouncing back out. Delaney MacDonald drew the single assist.
The Sharks turned their game up another notch for the second frame, where they outshot the Canadiens 16-6. Eric Larue tied the game for Lakeshore about eight-and-a-half minutes in with a deflected shot that spiked upward and over Zelko’s stick. Roughly four-and-a-half minutes later, Cole Butler recaptured Wheatley’s lead after a shot struck Morneau’s mask before being poked over the goal line from in the crease. MacDonald and Ciampa assisted.
The Sharks forced their guests to commit several turnovers inside the Canadiens’ blue line while keeping scoring chances to a minimum at the other end of the ice.
Larue scored his second of the night 35 seconds into the third period on a flukey bounce from the left side of the net before his team took its first lead about two minutes later on a Hunter Bailey wrist shot that found the far side of Zelko’s net. Butler evened the score after taking a forward pass from Dawson Iles to beat Morneau with a breakaway shot, deflecting a shot off the iron that found the mesh. Mitch Lantin also assisted.
Kyler Carter slid the puck between Zelko’s left skate and the post from behind Wheatley’s net during Lakeshore’s only power play to regain the Canadiens’ lead. During a Sharks’ power play and with their netminder pulled for the extra skater, Butler took another pass from Iles and while situated to the left of the guests’ goal, buried a shot before Morneau could adjust his position. Drew Denomey earned the other assist on the marker, scored with 59 seconds remaining.
Sartor’s controversial game winner came at the end of a play where the Sharks struggled to clear the puck away from the front of their net.
Each team fired 30 shots as the Canadiens were one for one on the power play and the Sharks were one for two.
“It was a great game,” said Shine. “We forechecked well again, we forced the play on them and we cleared the puck out. The third period was about experience. We played a very experienced hockey club and we’re not there yet. That’s two in a row where we deserved a point but didn’t get one.”
During and after the game, the pink jerseys worn by the Sharks were sold in a silent auction. The amount raised for the Ontario Breast Screening program in Leamington was not yet available by press deadline, but a reveal is expected before the Monday, Oct. 30 7 p.m. home game against the
Petrolia Jets. The Oct. 23 match was preceded by a puck drop by local cancer survivors Angie Cronheimer and Cheryl Carmichael and Barb Colaizzi of Erie Shores Health Care’s Department of Women’s Health Care.
Wheatley’s winning streak ended at five with a 3-2 regulation loss in Mooretown Saturday, Oct. 21. Alex Mosher and Jake Pickersgill tied the game at 1-1 and 2-2 before the Flags’ Ryan Lyle finished the scoring with about seven minutes left in the second period. The counter indicated that the Sharks were outshot 61-32 with Zelko making 58 stops in the Wheatley net, although Wheatley head coach Dave Wiper noted that the ratio was likely closer to 42-30 because of a seven-minute Mooretown power play. Special teams made the difference, as the Flags scored all three goals with the man advantage, going three for six on the power play. Wheatley was held to zero for three.
“There’s no way they had 61 shots,” Wiper said of Mooretown’s offensive productivity. “They played a good game, but we deserved a point out of that one.”
Also on Saturday, two Sharks participated in the first-ever Provincial Junior Hockey League Prospects Day for 16- and 17-year-old players. One of the four games in New Hamburg pitted the Western Conference’s Stobbs and Yeck divisions against one another. Sixteen-year-old forward Cameron Cronheimer of Wheatley and seventeen-year-old defenseman Matt Carvalho of Leamington scored the game-tying and game-winning goals respectively in the Stobbs’ 6-5 regulation victory.
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The Sharks’ Alex Mosher (right) and former Shark Kristian Filipovski race for the puck in the corner during the second period.
Dawson Iles of the Sharks tries to take control of a bouncing puck while Lakeshore’s Luke Mahon, Hunter Bailey and Kyle Brothers approach. (SUN Photos)
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TOWNHOUSE FOR RENT - 87 Theresa Trail. Excellent location. 2-3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, finished basement, attached garage. $1200/month + utilities. Call 519-796-9182. oc18-tf
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137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call 519-791-1972
PAPER HANDLERS
WANTED - for Essex County’s Largest Community Newspaper Press. Part-time hours. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - hours vary. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. May be ideal for student or active retiree. Drop resumes off at the Southpoint Sun Office 194 Talbot St. E., Unit 5 Leamington or email to sun@southpointsun.ca. oc11-tf
HOUSE/COTTAGE SITTING SERVICE - Protect your home while you are away. Frequent checks are performed, as per your request, to protect from theft or any major breakdowns that may unexpectantly occur. I have 12 years experience, I’m trustworthy, honest and reliable. I am insured, have police clearance and references available. Call Jenny at 519-819-2002 or email jstevenson01@hotmail.com. oc25-no8
ROAST BEEF DINNERTuesday, November 7, St. Andrew’s United Church, 6425 Main St., Comber. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Adults $16; children 6-12 $6; 5 and under free. All you can eat roast beef, potatoes and gravy, baked beans, squash, coleslaw and homemade pies. Take out available for $16. oc25-no1
TURKEY SUPPER - Harrow United Church. Saturday, November 4, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Adults $15, children 6-12, $6. Take-outs available. For faster service call ahead, 519-738-4223.
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WOODSLEE UNITED CHURCH BAZAAR - Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Handmade items that will make great Christmas gifts. Delicious baked goods - stock up now for Christmas. 2616 Belle River Road, South Woodslee. For information call 519-7234601. oc25-no1
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BUFFET STYLE TURKEY DINNER - Leamington United Church, 9 John Street. Saturday, November 4, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Adults $15, children ages 7-12 $8, children 6 & under free. Advanced ticket sales only. Cut off date: November 1, 2017. No take-out dinners. For tickets call the church office, 519326-9461. Menu: Turkey dinner with homemade pie. oc25-no1
ITEMS FOR SALE
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the field. Stored inside and comes with manual and service record.
SEED DRILL: John Deere 15 run seed drill w/ packer wheels. Stored inside.
AUGER: Westfield grain auger. 8”-46’
PLOW: Konsgilde 4-14’ semi mount wheel plow
CULTIVATOR: Konsgilde 14’ cultivator w/ rolling harrow
DISC: Massey Ferguson 10 foot hydraulic wheel disc.
LAND LEVELLER: 10 foot hydraulic land leveller
SOIL CONDITIONER: 14 foot soil conditioner.
GRAVITY WAGONS: 6 hopper wagons. 2 – 200 bushell and 4 – 175 bushell wagons
*Consignments are welcome to this sale*. Please contact Stan at (H) 519-6821917 or (C) 519-784-5989 to consign items. Consign early so we can add the items and pictures to our webpage.
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We are seeking
GREENHOUSE
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES
• Compensation is $12.00/hr
• Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays)
Please apply at: careers@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4
Via Verde Hydroponics Ltd.
is looking for:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
• Job duties include plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup, other farm duties as assigned, clean work area, check product for quality assurance, transplant crops, vegetable propagation, sort, pack and stack produce.
• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse.
• Salary: $11.60 per hour, minimum 45 hours/week including weekends and holidays. Permanent full time job. No experience or education required.
Email resume to: hr@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290
1102 Mersea Road 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V6
CRC FARMS LIMITED
is looking to hire for the following position:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
Job Duties:
Transplant seedlings, plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, sort, pack and stack produce, clean work area, check products for quality assurance, greenhouse clean up, other farm duties as assigned. Job is physically demanding, hot and humid during summer months. No experience or education required.
Salary:
$11.60/ hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends
Forward resume to: (E) hr@sunritegreenhouses.com (F) 519-733-5290
381 Seacliff Drive, Leamington, ON N8H 3T9
GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED
Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.
Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends $11.60 per hour. Will train the right candidate.
Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable.
Must have own transportation. No education or experience required will train.
Apply:
Southshore Greenhouses Inc.
Ontario
Greenhouse Labour Positions Available
Wage: $11.60 per hour
Full Time Employment 40+ Hours a Week
Duties include Crop Work, Picking, Winding, etc.
Fast paced environment, repetitive tasks, handling heavy boxes, bending, kneeling, attention to detail. No experience required. No education required. Must have own transportation.
Please send resume to: employment@wpgreenhouses.ca
WEST POINTE GREENHOUSES LTD., 404 ROAD 3, LEAMINGTON
Greenhouse Worker
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting
• Checking quality of harvested produce
• Other duties as assigned
WORK CONDITIONS:
• Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods
• Bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail
• Working at heights, hot environment
WAGE AND HOURS:
• 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays
• Wage: 11.60/hour, seasonal, full time
No Education Required. No Experience Required. Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER WANTED. Wages $11.60/hour. Minimum 40+ hours Monday through Saturday. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates 50 lbs., working in hot conditions. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting and other duties as assigned. No education or experience required. Drop off or send resume to: Mastr Veggies / Mastr Grow Farms, 453 Seacliffe Drive West, Leamington, Ontario N8H 4C9. se20-no8
DINIRO FARMS INC, 725 Mersea Rd. 5 Leamington, is looking for 13 permanent full-time Greenhouse Workers. No experience necessary. $11.60/hr, 40-48hrs/ wk including Saturdays and/ or Sundays. Start ASAP. Duties include: hand harvesting, tying, clipping, deleafing, cleaning, packing. Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, standing for extended periods in a hot environment. Own transportation, rural area. No experience or education required. Email resume: dinirofarms@ wavedirect.net. eow-oc25
GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOUR - Full time and full time/part time positions available. 40-48 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Wages $11.60/hours. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting and other duties as assigned. No experience or education required. Apply to IPR Farms Ltd. by fax 519-326-6702 or email hriprfms@gmail.com. au23-oc25
GENERAL LABOUR
Nature Fresh Farms is continuously looking to fill 15 permanent full time (40 hours per week or more) positions for General Labour at $11.60/hour; starting immediately.
Job Description: Variation of greenhouse and warehouse duties, including but not limited to packing, planting, string tying, pruning, de leafing, twisting, clipping, picking, sorting, picking, crop clean out, bio control and machine operating.
You will have the potential to earn piece rate if production level is high in some areas, however will earn no less than minimum wage.
Please note climates can be very warm and hours will vary, must be available Monday-Saturday.
Uniforms can be a requirement (in some areas) and will be provided by the company. Weekly cleaning costs will apply to employee which varies between $7.00-10.00 depending on the style. Safety shoes are mandatory.
Experience is an asset, however if the candidate shows commitment and potential we are willing to train. Education is not a requirement.
Please apply by phone: 519-326-8603, fax: 519-326-6356, in person at: 634 Mersea Road 7 or submit your resume via indeed submission. Recruiters, please don’t respond to this advertisement.
PAPER HANDLERS
or
Drop resumes off at: Southpoint Sun Office, 194 Talbot St. E., Unit 5, Leamington Or email to: sun@southpointsun.ca
Flyers lose, win and tie
By Bryan Jessop 2017-2018
Breast cancer survivor Lori Costa and Leamington Flyers president Abe Fehr conduct a ceremonial faceoff between team captains Dakota Bohn of the Chatham Maroons (left) and Zach Guilbeault of the Flyers. The event was part of the Flyers’ annual Pink at the Rink fundraiser in support of breast cancer patients and research, which also included the auctioning of pink jerseys worn by the Leamington team during the Thursday, Oct. 19 game. A sum of $2,165.85 was raised through the auction, 50/50 ticket sales and donations. The Flyers went on to win the game 5-2. (Sun photo)
Western Conference Standings as of October 23, 2017
The rival Chatham Maroons gave the Flyers a scare in the most recent Western Conference match at Highbury Arena, but when the final buzzer sounded, Leamington fans were tickled pink by the results.
The Flyers remained undefeated at home in 2017-18 Thursday, Oct. 20 for their annual Pink at the Rink breast cancer fundraising night, staving off a third-period rally by the Maroons to come out on top by a 5-2 margin.
Neither team put a mark on the scoresheet through the opening 20 minutes, although the Flyers came close on numerous occasions. With four minutes left on the clock, a bouncing backhand shot appeared to hit the left post and bounce into the Maroons’ net, but officials waved it off, declaring that the puck had not completely crossed the goal line. Earlier, Jake Nimmo took a pass that left him alone against Chatham goalie Ryan Wagner, but was stopped upon releasing a backhand shot from close range.
Leamington outshot their guests 1912 at the first buzzer.
The Flyers’ offensive persistence garnered more favourable results in the second, where Rory DiNiro, Preston Corp and Kade McKibbon chipped in to give Leamington a 3-0 lead. The opening goal was buried on the power play after a blast from the point was taken hold of in the crease and snapped into the goal. Nathan Skulley and Jaydon Fetter drew assists.
was one for five.
“We played two outstanding periods and then we were a little complacent in the third,” noted Flyers’ head coach Tony Piroski. “We need to finish better, but I was happy with the overall effort.”
“I thought we played pretty well for the first 40 minutes — we just gave them too many chances in the third,” added McKibbon.”We’re able to read each other pretty well and we’ve got four balanced lines. We don’t rely on the same three or four players and I think that’ll help us in the long run.”
“We got caught standing around too much in London” - Tony Piroski
Thursday’s game was preceded by a special ceremony for the Flyers annual “Pink at the Rink” fundraiser in support of breast cancer programming and patients. Prior to the opening faceoff, Flyers players presented pink carnations to their mothers, followed by a ceremonial faceoff led by breast cancer survivor Lori Costa and Flyers president Abe Fehr. During the game, Leamington players’ jerseys were sold in a silent auction. Each player’s jersey plus a special version signed by the entire roster sold for $50 or more. Leamington’s winning streak ended at six games with a Wednesday, Oct. 18 loss in London to the Nationals. The Flyers led 3-1 early in the third, but gave up four straight including an empty netter to suffer a 5-3 loss.
Almost exactly 10 minutes later, Preston Corp — situated to the right of the Maroons’ net — somehow found a puck-sized hole in Wagner’s armour to beat him with a wrist shot to the short side. Dalton Langlois and Kade McKibbon were credited with assists. With less than 35 seconds remaining and again on the man advantage, McKibbon one-timed a pass from Griffin Robinson and into the left side of the mesh, offering Wagner no chance to shift his position in time to make the save. The second helper was credited to Colton O’Brien.
Leamington outshot Chatham 17-5 through the middle frame.
The home team’s dominance of the first 40 minutes waned somewhat in the third, where the Maroons pulled to within a goal over a span of roughly three-and-a-half minutes. Dylan Schives put his team on the board with a wrist shot from the point that beat Hedrick to the right side before Josh Supryka planted a low shot from the left of Leamington’s net.
Josh Coyle gave London a 1-0 advantage to start the second period, where Skulley and Dylan Weston replied for the Flyers to give the guests a 2-1 lead after 40 minutes. Bain made it 3-1 less than 30 seconds into the third, but tallies by Matt Granger, James Turner, Brenden Trottier and Mitchell Webb earned the victory for the Nats.
“We got caught standing around too much in London,” said Piroski. “We played two really good periods there also, but they turned it up a notch in the third and we didn’t match that.”
Leamington was outshot 35-30 while going zero for five on the power play. London was zero for two on the man advantage.
On Saturday, Oct. 21, the Flyers again hit the road, this time against the Komoka Kings. The teams settled for a 3-3 tie, with Leamington goals scored by Schneider, Dylan Weston and DiNiro with the equalizer in the third period .The Flyers were outshot 40-35 and went one for five on the man advantage while the Kings were zero for two. Connor Meyerink earned the win in goal.
The Flyers however refused to hit the panic button and nine-and-a-half minutes later, re-established some breathing room when Corp — stationed along the perimeter of the crease to the right of the Maroons’ net — quickly tapped a pass from Cody Schneider over the line before a Chatham defenseman could intervene. The guests pulled Wagner for the extra forward with under three minutes left, only to again trail by three after Griffin Robinson raced in on the goal and scored his 11th of the season on a backhander.
The Flyers outshot their guests 40-21 and went two for seven on the power play while Chatham
Leamington’s next home game will be Thursday, Oct. 26 at 7:10 p.m. against the St. Marys Lincolns.
REST OF THE WEST
The LaSalle Vipers blanked the Strathroy Rockets 2-0 Wednesday, Oct. 18, followed by a 6-2 victory for the Sarnia Legionnaires against the St. Marys Lincolns on Thursday. Friday included two 4-1 scores, favouring the St. Marys Lincolns over Strathroy and the St. Thomas Stars against the London Nationals. On Saturday, the Nationals handed the Vipers a 4-1 loss while Sarnia defeated Strathroy 3-1. Sunday games featured a 4-3 overtime win for Chatham over LaSalle while St. Thomas doubled Komoka 8-4.
Joshua Maine of the Maroons scrambles to prevent Nathan Skulley of the Flyers from taking a shot at the Chatham net during the second period (Sun photo)
The Flyers’ Josh Pope-Ferguson eyes the point before delivering a pass while the Maroons’ Dylan Schieves gives chase during the first period (Sun photo)