Southpoint Sun - April 15, 2015

VOLUNTEER WEEK

April 12 - 18

“Nightingale” queen of LDMH

Leamington District Memorial Hospital has always been blessed to have many volunteers with unique talents. One such volunteer is Agnes Dick.

Agnes is part of a group of women who knit items for Inspirations Gift Shop at LDMH. While most of them meet once a week at Jo Parson’s home to knit items, there are some, like Agnes, who find it more convenient to knit at home.

While Agnes has made her fair share of baby and toddler sweater sets, hat, mitts and scarves, she has become infamous in the group for the number of nightingales she has knitted in the last two years. Nightingales can best be described as shawls with sleeves and are given to patients in Continuing Care who find them warm and comforting for what often turns out to be an extended stay in the hospital.

At last count, Agnes estimates that she has knitted somewhere in the neighbourhood of 70 of these unique garments. She says she finds it therapeutic to knit and likes knitting nightingales because she can almost knit them without a pattern.

Agnes has always liked “handwork” and is skilled in a variety of needle arts, including embroidery, crewel, crocheting and knitting. Husband Bill is no slouch either, producing lovely works of art made of wood. Their talented efforts can be found on display in their home.

Agnes and Bill have lived in Essex County for the entire 66 years of their marriage. Before they retired to the town of Leamington, they farmed. They raised three daughters and one son on the farm. Their family is now scattered across the province, the country and even the United States. They have six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

NDP leader visits LDMH

Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath visited Leamington District Memorial Hospital on Friday, April 10 to meet with families, nurses, doctors and frontline care workers who are fighting to ensure babies can be delivered in Leamington. Horwath is calling for the Premier to reverse her cuts and to ensure the Obstetrics program at Leamington District Memorial Hospital remains open.

“Kathleen Wynne promised she wouldn’t cut healthcare, but because of Liberal cuts the Leamington Hospital may be getting out of the business of delivering babies,” said Horwath. “I’m a mom; I know firsthand that expecting parents want to start their families in their home communities. Kathleen Wynne’s cuts are going to mean moms and dads from Leamington are going to have to drive nearly an hour to Windsor to deliver their babies. Every time the Liberals find themselves facing a scandal they can find the money to make it go away, but when it comes to parents in southwestern Ontario they say the cupboard is bare.”

The government has slashed $2 million in annual funding to Leamington Hospital forcing the hospital to consider the closure of the obstetrics program, which currently delivers around 300-350 babies annually. Ironically, on the day of Horwath’s visit the obstetrics unit was experiencing a higher than normal occupancy with six babies born over two days with another due that day.

According to media reports, Ontario’s Better Outcomes Registry and Network says since 2012 seven Ontario Hospitals have stopped delivering babies. This represents a significant hollowing out of rural obstetrics.

NDP leader Andrea Horwath

Agnes Dick has knitted approximately 70 “nightingales” for Continuing Care patients at Leamington hospital.

A peaceful time on my own

What does a woman do when the owners and husband Mark all leave on the same plane? Pour a glass of wine and eat cheese of course!

what their week’s attire will be. Being the only woman here full-time for miles, travelling with my friends will be a novelty for me.

That’s exactly what I did after I caught up with the laundry, emptied the main house fridge and turned on all the air conditioners up there.

While I sat enjoying my glass of Pinot Grigio, some goat’s cheese rolled in almonds, and my new love horseradish cheddar, I scrolled through Facebook to see what everyone else was up to. It was exciting to think of everyone at the Detroit Tigers Opening Day. A true sign of spring. I hope they had a good one!

The week prior to leaving is booked with a guest charter. My plan is to work my butt off and have everything go so very smoothly before I leave and celebrate the time away. This will be a challenge but one worth conquering. I may feel 50 at the end of it too!

I came across a video of Patrick Swayze and his wife Lisa Nieme. It was the one of them dancing together at the World Music Awards back in 1994. Of course it brought tears to my eyes, like when I watched Dancing With the Stars. The passion emanated out from them and through me. Wonderful memories of my brother Fred came to mind. Both he and my grandpa inspired me to dance. They taught me the love of dancing and especially how to do so properly with a partner. My brother Tom did as well. This brought a big smile to my face at the thought of him swinging me around his back and lifting me over his head. Honestly, I think he just liked to throw me around!

I’m happy to share with you the great news that our firstever charter group, who stayed over New Year’s, is returning to the island again this year. They want to ring in 2016 with us! I don’t know how we will ever top off 2015’s celebration in the back of our work wagon, but we will try! Any suggestions?

Time alone is good! I must admit, though, that I missed Mark already and he had only been gone for a couple of hours. The two of us have been pretty tight while on the island for the last 8 months, and thus far I’m not sick of him yet! It’s good to have the time to think. Think about what I’m going to do during the next hour, week and years.

First thing on my agenda was to book a flight to join my girlfriends on a getaway trip for our 50th. I almost wrote 40th but that’s just how I feel – 20, 30, 40. Minus a few more aches and pains in the morning and a little stiffness here and there, aging is definitely not in my head. Of course not, until I forget what I was doing or misplace something!

Over the past week we had serious discussions with the owners about potential ideas and changes that Mark and I had talked about. They both listened with interest. The one they were quite excited about was a little restaurant where our shop is. It would cater to boaters in the area and offer take-out appetizers, muffins, etc. If things progress from there, we may even add a simple menu with a catch of the day, something else yummy, and of course homemade rum & raisin ice-cream. I am excited about the thought of welcoming people from all over the world.

Just the past two weeks we had two sailing vessels anchored just off of our harbor. I was tempted to deliver some fresh baking to them. But first things first, and that means taking down the sign leading into our harbour that says “Private Island – Trespassers Will Be Prosecuted” and replace it with “Welcome to Little Whale Cay. Shop Hours: Open From 9 a.m.-7 p.m.”

The three of us are headed to the west coast! First we will fly to Phoenix where we will meet up with one of our girlfriends. After a couple of nights stay and some debriefing, we will load up our rental convertible and head further west to California and a trip along the coast. It will be my first time out there, and besides a bandana similar to the one Audrey Hepburn wore on her coastal trip, I don’t know what I am taking to wear!

My wardrobe choice will be interesting since there is no need for that while on the island. I have paired down my options to include paint-spattered work clothes, crisply ironed work clothes and beach attire. I leave a Rubbermaid container of things in Lauderdale with a couple pairs of heeled sandals, smart slacks and tops. That will have to do. They feel new to me every time I return for our week off-island. Needless to say, I will still check with the other two to see

It’s fun to have time to think and I should have lots of that this week. Mark was probably shuddering at the thoughts of it. Hopefully, it will be thought-full and fruit-full as I hope to surprise Mark and get lots done while he is back home in Wheatley. While there, he and a good friend and relative of ours are taking care of some odd jobs around our house as well as opening the pool to prepare for the sale.

“The restfulness of the earth’s existence takes my breath away.

My time alone is where my heart and soul find their way. My eyes embrace the beauty from across and over the land. I’m captivated by the sensation, and tranquility from where I stand.”

– Linda Patino

How far will internet progress go?

While surfing the net the other day, if they still call it that, I stumbled across a video supposedly taken inside that doomed Germanwings flight that crashed into the Alps a couple of weeks ago.

watch historical events from the CD, such as the Hindenburg disaster, MLK’s ‘I have a dream’ speech and even Kennedy’s assassination.

Besides the disturbing nature of the video, it got me thinking about just how far the internet has come over the past few years. Some may argue that it’s too much, too fast, and we cannot call it progress when we can view virtually anything we set our minds to.

Believe it or not, the infancy of the internet can be traced back to the 1950s, when the U.S. Department of Defense developed something called ARPANET for use in the Cold War with the USSR.

I’ve got a funny sidebar about that. My son’s supervisor at work is named Arpa, and the story is that her father was involved in the ‘invention’ of ARPANET, so she is named after it.

The World Wide Web, or internet as we know it, didn’t begin popular usage until the late 1980s when commercial internet service providers began popping up in North America and Europe.

I remember when I bought my first home computer. It was in the late 1980s or early 1990s and although the internet was available, we just had the computer. I remember being amazed at the CD that came with it, which was an encyclopedia.

Imagine an entire encyclopedia on one disc, I thought at the time. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I was able to

Fast forward to 2015 and you can find darn near anything you want online.

I’m sure John, Paul, George and Ringo didn’t imagine when they played that final rooftop concert at the Apple Records headquarters, that 45 years later you’d be able to watch the whole thing for free on Youtube.

It’s a virtual worldwide history book at your fingertips. Think about the versions of history that we all learned in school and now enhance that with alternative points-ofview from online sources.

While it may be confusing, it’s also opened up our minds to other possibilities.

Consider the War of 1812 and how there is a difference of opinion of who came out victorious. U.S. history classes teach that the Americans won that war, while the Canadian and British history books beg to differ. Without the internet being what it is, we’d have little general knowledge of the others’ claims.

How far will internet progress go?

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Soon, internet will be our main source of television, and TV as we always knew it will dwindle. It’s already heading that way. We already have Skype so that we can communicate à la the Jetsons. That’s something we thought we’d never see. Communications are very internet-dependent, as are the vast majority of businesses today. Imagine taking away the internet for a one-week period and watch all of these businesses scramble to do their day-to-day duties without it. In many cases, it can’t be done. In many others, it would be back to the drawing board and hoping that at least one of your employees remembers how to do things the ‘old fashioned’ way.

In the newspaper business, the entire process now depends upon the internet for proofing, design and even the prepress process. If the internet went down, the good folks here at the Sun and Journal would be very inconvenienced, and they would get a paper out, but it would require a lot of extra work and running around.

Wall Street would screech to a halt, as would most big business in the world.

The terrorists of the world are now using the internet to recruit and inform. I suppose it’s only a matter of time before they figure out how to knock it out for a decent period of time.

We can admit that the internet is a powerful, informative tool that we’ve become accustomed to just ‘being there.’ What we don’t want to face is life without it, even though we survived all of those years prior to its popularity. A mild inconvenience for some, a pain in the butt for others and a complete disaster for even more people if that ever happened.

As much as we’d all like to get back to the basics, the WWW is here to stay and it will be the force that drives the world economy for years to come, whether we like it or not.

Disturbance results in several charges

On Apr. 11 at approximately 1:00 a.m., Leamington OPP responded to a call about a disturbance in the 100 block of Talbot Street West in Leamington.

When officers arrived they discovered a male who was swinging a pool cue and threatening one of the owners of the establishment.

The 46-year-old Leamington man was arrested and charged with uttering threats causing bodily harm or death (x2), theft under $5,000, mischief under $5,000, and breach of recognizance. He was taken for a bail hearing and will appear in court at a later date.

Robbery and assault in Leamington

Leamington OPP report that a 37-year-old Wheatley woman was robbed and then assaulted by a Leamington male on Sat. Apr. 11.

Shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, the woman was travelling on Talbot St. E. in Leamington when she saw the man, who she knew, standing on the side of the road. Thinking he was hitchhiking, she stopped and offered him a ride. When she did, the man reached in and grabbed her wallet which was on the front seat of her vehicle. A struggle ensued and the man struck the woman in the face. He then left the area and was seen walking west on Talbot St. E. with her wallet.

The woman was not seriously injured.

On Apr. 12, Leamington OPP arrested a 23-year-old Leamington man who was responsible for assaulting and robbing the woman. He was charged with robbery with theft. He was taken for a bail hearing and will appear in court at a later date to answer to the charge.

Gum thief sought

Kingsville OPP has asked for the public’s help in locating a thief that stole 235 multi-packs of gum from the Bargain Shop on Division Rd. N. in Kingsville.

Between March 23-25, approximately $800 worth of various packs of gum were stolen from the store. The brands included Juicy Fruit, Stride, Excel, Wrigley, Trident and Dentyne.

If you have information on the person(s) responsible for this crime, you are asked to contact Kingsville OPP Detachment at 519-733-2345.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you are asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Leamington Dental Health Center

Dr. Bailey, Dr. Nguyen & Associates www.ldhc.ca Tel 519-322-2866 Fax 519-322-1769

THE LEAMINGTON DENTAL HEALTH CENTER SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

We are looking for students who are interested in pursuing an education in health care and likely to return to work in our community. We want to improve and grow the health care services in this region.

Award Type: Scholarship Amount: $500

Number of Recipients: Two students annually

Category of Study: Health Care Related Application Deadline: May 8th, 2015

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be in the graduating year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school

• OR currently enrolled in a health care field.

• Has filed an application to attend a college or university upon graduating from High School

Application form:

• Please visit WWW.LDHC.CA to download application form OR

• Pick up form at 8 Clark St. W, Leamington, ON

It is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and your perseverance to succeed.

Good luck to all applicants from the LDHC team. And thank you for letting us be a part of your dental health care team for the past 27 years!

Parents, children and babies, all part of the Save Leamington OB group posed for a picture with NDP leader Andrea Horwath in front of Leamington District Memorial Hospital after her visit on Friday, April 10. (SUN Photo)

Save Leamington OB Group Meets NDP Leader Horvath

Fling Fashion and Fitness Show

About 200 guests had a chance to take in some of the hot new trends from some local businesses at the ‘Spring Fling Fashion and Fitness’ show Friday night, April 10 at the Portuguese Club. The event, co-ordinated by Dr. Shelley Lalani and her staff, will benefit the Erie Shores Hospice. In addition to the fashion, the evening also included a

silent auction, entertainment by Siera Simoni and Sage Simoni (drum solos) and a wine tasting. Pictured above, guests enjoy dinner before the models hit the runway.

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Leamington firefighters were ready for the beach Friday night in this scene from the ‘Spring Fling Fashion and Fitness’ show

night to benefit the Erie Shores Hospice.

Karen Goodchild struts down the runway in fashion from Unforgettable.

Paisley Labate and Kaylie Goodchild, featuring summer wear from Source For Sports.

(SUN Photos by Pat Bailey) Spring

Dr. Shelley Lalani has fun with the event, while showing off fashion from Unforgettable.

On Wednesday, April 8th eighteen Leamington District Secondary School students participated in an enriched learning opportunity on Mechanical Engineering and Crash Worthiness presented by the Faculty of Engineering, University of Windsor. Students examined the role of Engineering in society

and participated in a simulation activity where they created foam barriers for the purpose of crash testing an electric car and then measured and evaluated the impact force. This event was coordinated by the LDSS Society for Excellence in Academics.

The winning team of Myles Thiessen, Matt Collier and Stephen Wiebe celebrated their design excellence. (Submitted photos)

Evan Lepp works with the engineers to create his group’s “bumper”.

Above - Liam Jeffery (left) and Cristian Santos discuss design.

Left - From left to right, Kiki Malott, Megan Dawson and Bethany Torode plan their design.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, your imagination is running wild, and that can be a good thing. You are full of inspiration and fun ideas this week, which only makes you more charming.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, you may need to open new lines of communication to complete an important project this week. Don't be afraid to engage others as your deadline nears.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, this week is a great time to put plans you have been keeping private in motion. Enjoy this exciting time and don't hesitate to share your excitement with others.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, your love of competition comes to the forefront this week. This competitive spirit may open new doors for you. Make the most of these opportunities.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, use this week as a time to conduct some personal inventory. Opportunity awaits around the corner, and your work this week will help you make the most of this new development.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, make this week all about spending time with your significant other. Plan a date night or sit and snuggle. Enjoy every moment you get to spend together.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, your responsibilities beckon this week. You enjoy being responsible, so don't sweat it when you must make some decisions. Be confident that you will make the right calls.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, you are ready to embrace the great outdoors and all it has to offer. You never know what adventure awaits you, but you know one is on the horizon.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, you have a lot of energy this week. Put that bounce in your step to good use by fixing up something around the house or beginning a new fitness regimen.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Your words will carry significant weight this week, Capricorn. With that realization comes much responsibility. Make sure you wield your influence accordingly.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, a financial windfall might be headed your way in the weeks to come. Allow yourself some time to splurge, but do your best to save some money as well.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Bold action is awarded this week, Pisces. You are one of the few people in your circle willing to take a few chances, and that will pay off soon.

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Tony Romo, Athlete (35)

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Peter Frampton, Musician (65)

APRIL 23

George Lopez, Comic (54)

APRIL 24

Barbra Streisand, Singer (73)

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BILL CHAPLIN

Municipal Correspondent Council Report for April 13

Court of Revision considers assessments

Under the Drainage Act, the assessments for maintenance and repair of any drain are calculated by the drainage engineer, but then can be appealed. The first level of appeal is to the Court of Revision which is mandated to enact the schedule of maintenance recommended by the engineer. Appeals are rare because the rules under which they are calculated are fairly rigid. When an appeal is made, the Court of Revision hears the appeal and acts on it before passing the assessment by-law.

There is a hitch, however. If the Court wishes to reduce the assessment in sympathy with the appeal, they do not have the authority to redistribute the assessment to others on the schedule: the money automatically becomes part of the municipal assessment. The only alternative is to have the engineer revisit his calculations to look for a technical error by referring the report back to the engineer and adjourning the court.

Monday evening, Apr. 13, Leamington’s Court of Revision, comprised of Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Councillors John Hammond, John Jacobs, Larry Verbeke, and Tim Wilkinson, considered the assessments for the Pettapiece Drain, East Branch. There were two minor typographic errors (that were corrected) but the report was accurate and unopposed.

The report for the Setterington Lane Drain was accompanied by a formal appeal under Sections 52(1) and 76(4) of the Drainage Act. This item was adjourned because there was concern about whether or not the public meeting satisfied the spirit of the legislation. Another public meeting will be held in the future. This was echoed in the submission

of the landowners, and persuaded Council to support the delay.

New waterlines proposed

The proposed water line replacements in Leamington were presented to Council Monday evening, Apr. 13. The report, from Supervisor of Water Services Nelson Carvalho, recommends four capital projects for 2015. They are:

1. Hazelton St. (10 Hazelton to Elliott), Queens Ave. (Clark St. to Wilkinson Dr.), Windsor Ave. (from Erie St. to Queens).

2. Ivan St. (Erie to Whitney), Foundry St. (Erie to Victoria and Whitney east halfway to St. Joseph), Clark St. (Victoria to Whitney), Whitney Ave. (Ivan to Foundry).

3. Melrose Ave. (Erie to Sherk), Parkdale Ave. (Erie to dead end).

4. White St. (midpoint north to Askew).

What Council had to wrestle with is the four projects exceeding the budgeted amount by over $300,000. The four projects tendered came in at $1.96 million and the budget provided only $1.64 million. The temptation to do all of them is great: they need doing and all four represent longanticipated replacement.

Fortunately, Leamington has healthy waterline replacement reserves and can draw the needed extra capital from the reserve. Council approved the work.

Resurfacing program moves forward

Two capital projects for roads were presented to Council for their endorsement on Monday evening, Apr. 13.

The first is to tar and chip Mersea Road 19 from Road 1 to Road 2. The second is to mill and pave Talbot Street East from Victoria to the signals at the Real Canadian Superstore.

The two projects came in almost exactly on budget.

In addition, Essex County will be sharing in the cost of the Talbot Street work because it is a county connecting link. The only concern expressed was whether or not this work will eliminate the problem of frost heaves on Talbot near the Superstore.

The engineer explained that the new surface would cause water to shed and keeping water from getting under the asphalt would go a long way to preventing this problem recurring. Council approved the work.

Dog pound agreement

Leamington Council voted Monday night, Apr. 13, to enter into a formal agreement with the Veterinary Technician Program of St. Clair College to formalize an existing arrangement that allows them to move strays that have not been claimed to an adoption facility in Windsor. The dogs receive evaluations, which may lead to immunizations and medical care if necessary. The agreement will also allow the College to assist euthanizing dogs at the pound when necessary.

Dr. Ken Blanchette and Monica M. Tighe of St. Clair College appeared before Council to explain the nature of the value of the agreement, both to the municipality and to the veterinary technician program of St. Clair College. The two-year program is in great demand, and is accredited by all professional associations in the veterinary medicine field. Graduates are qualified to practice anywhere in Canada and the United States.

Monica Tighe and Dr. Ken Blanchette from St. Clair College attended the Apr. 13 meeting of Council with regard to the new agreement for veterinary care for dogs in the dog pound.

Volunteers enjoy their work at LDMH

Every Monday afternoon, two special volunteers with challenges can be seen working their magic on the second floor at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

Sarah McKellar, Jill Wallingford and Sarah’s support worker, Valerie Judas, fill three dozen pitchers with ice and water and spend the next two hours delivering them to patients who are delighted to see them.

The two women began their volunteer career at the hospital last September.

Sarah, who lives in Kingsville, was already volunteering at a local nursing home, a retirement home and at KEYS, a drop-in centre for mothers and toddlers. She was looking for something else to do when she and her support worker ran into a LDMH Auxiliary member who suggested that Sarah might enjoy working at the hospital in Leamington.

Jill’s mother works as a housekeeper at LDMH and suggested that she too might enjoy volunteering at the hospital and so a partnership

was formed.

After some training, the two women began their volunteer shifts at the hospital.

Both Sarah, who is 29, and Jill, who is 34, attended Cardinal Carter Secondary School. Sarah has an older sister and a younger brother

and sister who are twins. Jill has a younger sister and a lovely new niece who is a year old.

In their spare time, Sarah likes to cook and garden while Jill has recently taken up Zumba and is learning how to knit and crochet. Jill

said she would like to find other things that she could do because she really enjoys getting out in the community.

From left to right, volunteer Sarah McKellar, support worker Valerie Judas, and volunteer Jill Wallingford spend each Monday afternoon delivering fresh ice water to appreciative patients at LDMH.

LDMH volunteers Sarah McKellar (left) and Jill Wallingford prepare to make their rounds delivering fresh water to patients.

Computer software upgrade

What do you do when you are notified that the software you are using is being retired by the company that created it, and that no support will be available after November of 2017?

That is the question that had to be answered by the staff at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex when Active Network, an international company with 25 years of experience, decided to retire their “Class” system. It is used by the Complex to coordinate memberships, facility bookings, program registrations, and other record keeping functions.

What administration did was start to look for what could replace it, and they found a replacement system that not only will do the job, but will do it more efficiently and has the ability to expand into other customer areas.

The solution, however, comes with a price tag: the annual software licensing fee is 1.5% of income — somewhere in the neighbourhood of $20,000 — plus over $15,000 to get it up and running.

The selling point that made the proposal especially attractive to Council was the way it supported limited staff at the Complex and eased access for patrons. Council was in favour of getting the conversion going.

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BANK THEATRE NOTES

10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434

LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING:

Monday, May 4 • 7:00 to 9:00 pm

The Annual General Meeting will be held to receive financial statements for 2014/2015, to renew annual memberships, and to establish the 2015/2016 Board of Directors. Exciting things are happening at The Bank Theatre. Be a part of it. Memberships are only $10. See you on May 4th. For more information call 519-326-8805.

Friday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH COFFEE HOUSE - Dale Butler returns. With his return, comes his special brand of humour and love. Thanks once again to Sharon and David Light who hosted while Dale was away. We can hardly wait until you become Leamingtonians.

Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. KAREN MORAND AND BOSCO - This wonderful band is no stranger to The Bank Theatre Stage. The band features Aaron Verhulst, Benny Santoro, Janet Dixon and Karen Morand. They are considered to be the best alternative-country-hillbilly-gospel band around. Tickets are $15. They can be purchased ahead of time at Thomson Guardian Pharmacy (Leamington) or at the door.

Sunday, May 10 at 3:00 p.m.MOTHER’S DAY - Bring your mother to an afternoon performance of “THE LIGHT OF EASTERN ENSEMBLE” featuring guest soloist, Tracey Atin. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door at 2:30 for the 3:00 p.m. performance.

Thursday, May 14, Friday, May 15, and Saturday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. - EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE is the Leamington District Secondary School Players’ entry for the Sears Drama Festival. Besides viewing this interesting play, you will be entertained by the band and choir as well. Please support our youth. Tickets at the door. Adults $10. Students $5. Follow The Bank Theatre on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheBankTheatre Email: banktheatre@gmail.com Website: www.banktheatre.com

charity from each of the five OPP policed municipalities in Essex County were

sex County OPP Copps for Charity. The donations totaled $5,000.

Essex County Copps for Charity donates

The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Copps for Charity Committee donated a total of $5,000 on March 31 to charities throughout Essex County.

Copps for Charity is an OPP based organization which raises money, primarily for Essex County OPP Cop Camp, but also donates to worthwhile local organizations in need of financial contributions.

Representatives from 5 county charities attended the Essex County OPP Detachment for the cheque presentation. One charity was chosen from each of the five OPP policed municipalities in Essex County. The recipients of $1000 each were as follows.

$5,000

Leamington – Erie Shores Hospice: Hospice is a community-based palliative environment which addresses compassionate end of life care. The Erie Shores location is in the planning stages and set to commence building in the very near future in Leamington to address the needs of the south half of Essex County.

Kingsville – Little Hands Kids for a Cause: A committee that raises money and supports children with various life-threatening illnesses. Most volunteers are children and monies are raised primarily through lemonade stands, toy drives, and toonie drives. It teaches children to give back to their communities while providing support to other children in need.

Lakeshore Food Bank: The Lakeshore Food Bank is an all-volunteer committee that provides food to those in need.

WEDNESDAYS NOW TO MAY 20Family Storytime. Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 years old & under and caregiver. Register online or at the library.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15Leamington Horticultural Society meets 7:30 p.m. at Leamington United Church. Speaker: Steve DeGoey from the Peanut Centre. Topic: Home Gardening and Landscaping. All are welcome for an evening of horticultural fellowship. Refreshments served. For more info call Ken Clark 519-3250769.

TFRIDAY, APRIL 17 & SATURDAY, APRIL 18 - Rummage Sale at First Baptist Church, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Lots of toys, good used clothing, small household items, books home décor, jewellery and so much more!

SUNDAY, APRIL 18 - Silent Walk & Vigil . Meet at Leamington District Secondary School, 125 Talbot St. W. at 3:15 p.m. Walk to Leamington District Memorial Hospital to express concern for abortion. Rain or shine. Leamington Area Right to Life 519325-0929.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 - The Ontario Purple Martin Association will meet at 9:00 a.m., at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34, Ruthven. Want to learn more about purple martins? They will be arriving soon

and we can help you try to entice them into your yard. Phone 519738-3476 for more information.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19 - BENEFIT BRUNCH - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. by donation. Celebrating the life of Lainie Sallmen. Proceeds to benefit Lainie’s family. Mersea United Church, Mersea Rd. 8, East of Blytheswood - corner of Road 8 and Road 12. Also accepting donations at Mersea United Church, P.O. Box 652 Wheatley, ON N0P 2P0. Please make cheque payable to Mersea United Church and mark the memo line “Sallmen Benefit”.

MONDAY, APRIL 20 - Food & Fellowship Supper, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St., welcomes those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge.

MONDAY, APRIL 20 - Discover Bible Class meets every Monday at 7:00 p.m. at the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 220 Erie St. N., Leamington. Topic for April 20: A Plan for Your Life. All are welcome. Call 519-322-1644 for more information.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 - Calling all master builders! Kids from JKGrade 5 (and parents too!) come to the Leamington Library for our MONTHLY LEGO CLUB at 4:30 p.m. Join us for an hour of creative building, challenges and sharing some tips and tricks. Program is free and Lego for building is provided.

HELP AN ADULT LEARN ENGLISH. South Essex Community Council is currently looking for tutors for adults learning English. One after-

noon or evening per week. Training/materials provided. Qualification: Fluency in English. Great for high school seniors too! Call 519-326-8629 ext. 381 or email volunteer@secc.on.ca

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 & SATURDAY, APRIL 25 - Community Rummage Sale/Yard Sale, Leamington United Church, 9 John St., Fri. Apr. 24 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and Sat. Apr. 25 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 - The Pelee Past Questers is having an Antique Crawl- West, 9:30 a.m. Meet at the Superstore parking lot, SW corner, to carpool for visiting antique and collectable shops with a stop for lunch along the way. Guests welcome. Any questions call Jackie at 519-326-1361.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 -Sun County Lyme Awareness Support Group will meet 6:30 p.m. at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. All About Lyme Disease – learn, share, support! Everyone welcome.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30Wondering how your infant, toddler or preschooler is doing?

Children First and the WindsorEssex County Health Unit are holding Promoting Early Development for newborns to age 5. Come and learn ways to promote healthy development, healthy eating, healthy teeth and healthy behaviour. 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Queen Elizabeth Public School, Parenting & Family Literacy Centre, 4 Maxon Ave., Leamington. More info: Family Health Hotline 519-2582146 ext. 1350.

Essex Youth Centre: The Essex Youth Centre is a drop-in centre located at the Essex Recreation Centre for high school aged youth, providing them a place to gather.

Tecumseh – WindsorEssex Ice Bullets: The Ice Bullets is a sledge hockey league where a majority of the players are either physically or mentally challenged. They currently have two teams – junior and intermediate.

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Front row, left to right: A/Sergeant Jim Root, chair, Copps for Charity; Noah Egglezos, Micah Egglezos, Nataliah Egglezos, Mateah Egglezos of Little Hands Kids for a Cause; Constable Lisa Zivanov, Lakeshore Community Policing Officer. Back row: Constable Silvano Bertoni, Kingsville Community Policing Officer; Susan Dozios, Lakeshore Food Bank; Aimee Omstead, Little Hands Kids for a Cause; Shaun Dixon, Essex Youth Centre; Phil Sauve, Windsor-Essex Ice Bullets; Constable Shawna Coulter, Tecumseh Community Policing Officer; Joan McSweeney, Erie Shores Hospice, Leamington; Constable Joe Meloche, Essex Community Policing Officer; Constable Kevin O’Neil, Leamington Community Policing Officer.

Habitat for Humanity to open part-time office in Leamington

Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex (HFHWE), in partnership with Access County Community Support Services, will open a part-time office in Leamington. The new office will expand HFHWE’s presence in Essex County by servicing both the Municipality of Leamington and the Town of Kingsville.

Over the next year, HFHWE will work with Leamington’s Economic Development Office to secure and launch a Habitat for Humanity ReStore as well as a new home build scheduled for the fall of 2016.

“This is a key organization for our community,” said Mayor John Paterson. “This expansion will allow us to continue to support the needs of those in the area, while providing a valuable option for residents and organizations who are passionate about re-using and recycling materials. This initiative and HFHWE’s growth plan fits nicely with our intention to make this an affordable and sustainable community.”

“Community support is key to the expansion,” said HFHWE’s executive director Mike Van de Vlist. “Habitat for Humanity is employing a slow build to create this support. The announcement has occurred, the office opening is planned, and the slow build has begun. Now we begin the asking, the seeking, and the locating, of people, land, buildings and resources. This is where we need your help.”

“Leamington’s Economic Development Office will ensure this initiative, along with the organization stays well supported locally,” said Jeanine Lassaline-Berglund, Leamington’s Economic Development Officer.

More information will be released following an official ribbon cutting ceremony at HFHWE’s temporary location on April 22, 2015.

Local employers meet potential hires

The Municipality of Leamington’s Economic Development Office recently hosted and participated in an initiative led by the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County, exposing government assisted refugees (GARs) to information about employment opportunities in the agricultural sector. In addition, the event provided networking opportunities with relevant stakeholders and employers.

On March 31, at the Leamington Municipal Office, 10 local companies and 30 GARs were engaged in discussion and information sharing. The event provided local employers with the opportunity to share information on career prospects in their organization and connect with motivated newcomers who are interested in employment in the agricultural sector.

Part of the day’s event included a panel discussion with local employers who highlighted their organizations, the career path,

required skills and expectations for securing employment.

The event also allowed time for GAR participants to also network with the attending employers and participate in recruitment activities on-site.

Marcela Diaz, Settlement and Integration Program Manager of the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County, commented

“One of the clients, as we were going back on the bus expressed, ‘This was a lifechanging event for me’. Another one said, ‘I had never attended an event like this before, to meet directly with the employer.’”

For more information about this specific initiative or the Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County, visit www.themcc. com

Public meetings for re-zonings

There was a public meeting Monday, Apr. 13, to get feedback about splitting a 100acre farm on Mersea Road 1 into four separate farms, each a bit less than 25 acres, and a separate residential lot. Another public meeting was for the application to sever the Keepsake Plants building on Seacliff Drive West from the vacant land around it. Finally, there was an application for a farm on Bruner Lane that generated absolutely no public comment and consequently was approved without discussion.

Of these three public meetings, it was the Keepsake Plants severance and rezoning that generated the most controversy, since a petition was received objecting to the re-zoning. The proposed new zoning for the vacant land is R1(H), meaning single family dwellings, but not until the land is suitably rezoned. The building is proposed to have a R1-17 zoning which would permit a select group of uses that would complement the residential development of the vacant land. Additionally, no building extensions would be permitted.

The opposition was vehement: the commercial aspect of the re-zoning is totally unacceptable to the authors and signatories of the petition; there is no need and no justification for additional commercial space and it is inappropriate for retail use. Ultimately,

they want no severance and residential uses only, including the building. In defence of the landowner (Keepsake Plants), Mr. Elvey Marshall spoke about the protection that remains for the neighbours: the building must remain the same, so if a use goes in, the only impact that will be seen is a change in the sign — no other external evidence.

Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald spoke about a list of commercial and residential incompatibilities that exist in Leamington already and how they make this decision difficult. Her feeling is that residential should be the only new use for this former greenhouse operation.

Councillor John Hammond admitted his unease as well, but defended Leamington’s planner’s professionalism.

Councillor Rick Atkin announced that he sides with the residents and wants to see only residential in that building.

Mayor John Paterson indicated he was strongly leaning toward the argument of reduced incompatibility and so favours the rezoning.

The conclusion was that the recommendation to sever and re-zone was defeated. Consequently, if the proponents want to proceed, they will have to appeal the decision rejecting their application to the municipal board.

The only concern that was

raised about the farm on Mersea Rd. 1 was a question about who would have to pay to replace a bridge over the drain that accesses the new farms to be created from the road.

The opinion of Councillor Larry Verbeke was that this is covered by the Drainage Act and the answer is automatic.

Councillor Rick Atkin was of the opinion that if Mr. Rahm took the trouble to come to Council for an answer he should get an answer. It was pointed out that the question of the bridge was entirely separate, and consequently Council approved the application.

Assault, threats, lead to charges

Leamington OPP were called to the 300 block of Essex County Road 18 in Leamington on Apr. 3 for a report of an assault.

Officers received information that a male from the residence had assaulted another male from the same residence and threatened him.

A 21-year-old Leamington man was charged with assault, uttering threats, and overcome resistance by attempting to choke.

The victim received minor, non-life threatening injuries in the assault.

As of April 15, 2015

CARBON MONOXIDE.

IT’S THE SILENT KILLER.

You can’t see it, taste it or smell it. The only way to detect the presence of the deadly gas is with a working Carbon Monoxide Alarm.

Effective April 15, 2015, it will be law in Ontario to have working carbon monoxide alarms outside sleeping areas in your home that has fuel burning appliances or an attached garage.

Leamington Fire Services advises you to make sure your home is equipped with Carbon Monoxide Alarms, providing early warning, before tragedy strikes.

Here is a partial list of winners of the contest to win 50 CO Alarms held by the

and the Leamington Fire Services. The following winners listed are asked to contact Deputy

at 519-326-6291 ext. 3246 to claim your prize. Remaining winners will be published next week.

Margaret Barnette

Rhonda Bering

Denise Briggs

George Clifford

Bonnie Coppola

Joyce Cracknell

Jack Dewinter

Patricia Fevreau

Cindy Fragoso

Joe Georges

Chris Harfmann

Lana Kines

Ruby Knight

Diane Mallat

Allan McCallum

Robin Moir-Impens

Linda Schmenk

Barb Siddall

Lucy Simpson

Geoff Snider

Denise Squire

Patrick Stock

Michelle Tatomir

Dave Whaley

Jodi Wright

Thank you to all those who entered the Carbon Monoxide Alarm contest!

special 60th anniversary logo was created by grade 7 student Allison Ware.

Gore Hill school celebrating 60 years with Open House

On Friday, April 17, Gore Hill Public School staff, students and parents will celebrate Gore Hill’s 60th Anniversary.

To commemorate this milestone, an Open House from 5:00-8:00 p.m. is planned and the community is invited join in the celebration.

The evening kicks off around 5 p.m. with the presentation of a certificate by MPP Rick Nicholls to commemorate the 60th.

Entertainment will be continuous in the school gymnasium and includes a variety of past and present alumni including Terry Raisbeck, Alyssa Epp, Madison Hamm, Samantha Wickham, Sammi Tomko, DaCapo Quartet (principal Bill Cervini, Sharlaine Reid, Carol Jarvis, Melissa Vagi), Chris Fazekas, Taylor Meloche, and Chelsea Malott.

There will be a memorabilia room that includes photos and other items from the school’s past 60 years.

Other activities include a nostalgic photo booth, Gator Glamor (bracelets, nail and face painting, temporary tattoos), Gator Ring Toss, and a Cotton Candy Making Machine.

The school’s Principal’s Council has prepared two displays: one is a timeline of significant events in Canadian history with an emphasis on local and school events; and secondly, a collaboration of facts from classrooms that involve the number 60.

A special pin created for the occasion will be available for purchase that evening.

In addition to the preparation for the celebration, students will be participating in a variety of activities including a commemorative panoramic photo, a presentation by members of staff from the early years of the school’s operation on the current site, and a ’60s challenge where classes are encouraged to complete a variety of tasks in various subject areas that are related to the number 60. Students will also receive some souvenirs as keepsakes of the occasion.

Guests are encouraged to sign the guest book and record a positive memory or comment about Gore Hill Public School.

Lastly, refreshments will be served throughout the evening and include coffee, water, baked goods and a special anniversary cake.

All are welcome to join the Gore Hill school family as they celebrate 60 years!

Re-zoning equest for ‘miniature’ rentals

Monday night, Apr. 13, Council approved an application for a rezoning to go to a public meeting.

The proposal is to build a complex of rental units behind a new commercial building north of Talbot St. E. What makes this unique is the size of the units that are proposed. Most are only 22 ft. by 28 ft.

The proposal is for 8 multi-unit buildings and a total of 32 units.

Affordable housing discussed

The Director of Community and Development Services, Tracey Pillon-Abbs, has recommended to Leamington Council that they confirm that they will participate in the “Investment in Affordable Housing Program for Ontario Extension (IAH-E).

This is a necessary first step if Leamington is to be able to access funds to assist with providing affordable housing for the disadvantaged and needy.

The program is administered by the City of Windsor, and can be accessed by groups wanting to develop this kind of needed housing. This program also provides for lower taxes to help keep the accommodations affordable.

Council confirmed that they support this worthwhile program.

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CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Leslie

Would like to express their appreciation to all those who shared in our sorrow by attending the funeral home and church services, and the Lodge and Rebekah services; those who made memorial donations, sent flowers and expressed their sympathy in so many different ways. Thank you also to the staff on 2nd Floor East of Leamington District Memorial Hospital and Dr. Simpson for their care and support. And to Dan Hammond Funeral Home - we appreciate all you have done for us. Our sincere thanks to all.

Edith Dutot and

CARD OF THANKS

The family of the late Joe Hickson, wishes to express sincere appreciation for those many acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, flowers, and donations. We especially want to thank those who visited us at the funeral home and accompanied us to the grave side. A heartfelt Thank-you to the staff at The Meadows and the Palliative care team sent by the Chatham Kent CCAC. We extend a special Thankyou to the local Legion Branch 324 for their comforting evening service and Michael Hicks for his bagpipe tribute. We also wish to thank Rev. Janet Brigham, the Hammond Funeral Home staff, Karen Renwick and Mike Sallmen for hymns of comfort and the ladies at the Wheatley United church for their lovely luncheon.

Joyce Hickson and family

We wish that we could see you for just a little while. We wish that we could hug you and see your lovely smile. But wishing gets us nowhere and longing is in vain. So we will hold you in our hearts until we meet again. We miss you and we will love you forever.

Auxiliary constable Quinton Loop and detective Scott Doherty of the OPP’s Essex County detachment take a shift bagging groceries at the Leamington Real Canadian Superstore Thursday, Apr. 2. Customer donations made throughout the day will go towards the 21st annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp, to be attended by 90 students across Essex, Kingsville, Lakeshore, Leamington, Pelee Island, Harrow and Tecumseh.

The Sir Winston Churchill Chapter IODE’s 50th annual Antique & Art Show & Sale held Mar. 2122 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex was a great success. This is the final year that the group will be hosting the show. From left to right, IODE members Theresa Buschman, Jeanette Easton and Margaret Dama draw the winning raffle tickets. Winners were Connie Morse ($300), Evelyn Miller ($100) and Mike Mastronardi ($50). (Submitted photo)

Bringing attention to County subsidized housing situation

The subsidized housing situation in Essex County has one woman asking County Council to regulate County Subsidized Housing within Essex County.

Vanessa Reed is collecting signatures on a petition, which she plans to present to Essex County Council in June. The petition, in part, reads:

“This petition is formed to help protect those in subsidized residential residences and those living in the area of the location of these homes. Many of these homes are taking in convicted felons and addicts who are mixed in with the mentally ill and elderly, putting them at risk. These homes are meant to be a safe haven for those who are mentally ill and the elderly. High rates are paid to ensure their safety and comfort yet many times the services are lacking. Many residents do not feel safe in their environment and the mixture of these groups is causing chaotic results. Crime has increased in the areas where these homes are as well as property values are brought down as a result of the heightened activity…

…The current standards in the housing with supports program outlines the standards of care for those living in these residences, however much of it isn’t always enforceable. This petition is to get the “standards” changed to “regulations” so that those homes and residences that fall under the county’s jurisdiction can be properly monitored and made safe for all those involved…

To review the full list of county standards for the housing with supports program feel free to read it at: https://icreate-essex.esolutionsgroup.ca/230992_EssexCounty/en/government/ resources/Housing_With_ Supports_Standards_2014. pdf

Reed is also asking County Council to spend more money and hire more staff to regulate the subsidized housing program. “They have one person trying to monitor the entire county. They need more staff dedicated to this,” she said. Reed said has the support in principle from Chatham-Kent Essex MPP Rick Nicholls and MP Dave Van Kesteren.

The petition can be signed at Erie Convenience on Erie Street South or at

Setterington’s Gifts. Paula Beattie, Manager of Budget and Administration with the County of Essex stated that the county currently has 12 facilities, which have independent owners who are contracted to provide the needed beds. Funding comes from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing through the Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative Windsor which administers to the county. “Each setting caters to different populations – some for seniors, some for younger people,” she explained. “Our role is establishing the eligibility for subsidy, not the mental and physical needs. We do meet with them annually to review their situations… Sometimes they don’t feel comfortable in a certain location and they will call and we’ll re-locate them,” said Beattie. “It’s definitely their decision where they want to be,” she added.

Beattie also stated that the County recently passed in its budget the hiring of a second employee dedicated to checking on the 12 facilities serving Essex County residents. There is presently one person covering the 12 facilities. Beattie explained that in March of this year there were changes to the standards for subsidized housing. “We definitely see operators help them to appointments; some have counseling in the home. Some do a lot more than just provide board and lodging,” she said.

The second employee is expected to be hired by summer 2015.

Fire deemed suspicious

Leamington Fire Service along with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a residential fire at approximately 7:00 p.m. on April 13, 2015 on Foster Avenue in Leamington.

The vacant structure fire has been deemed “undetermined suspicious” by the Leamington Fire Chief. The Ontario Fire Marshall (OFM) has been called in to investigate as well as the Essex County OPP Crime Unit.

Anyone with information regarding this fire is asked to contact the Essex County OPP Crime Unit at 519-3262544. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-222-8477 (TIPS) and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Leamington resident Vanessa Reed, left, and Sylvie Keringer of Erie Convenience show a copy of the petition to Essex County Council asking for more regulations for Subsidized Housing within the County’s 12 facilities which fall under the County Housing with Supports program. (SUN Photo)

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The Southpoint Stars Bantam C team participated in the 2015 OWHA Provincial Championships held this past weekend in Toronto.

Game one was a 2-0 win over Wilmot Wolverines.

Game two saw the Stars come up short to the Saugeen Storm 1-0.

Needing a win to advance to the quarter-finals, the Stars came out to play to win and gave the Russell Castor River

Coyotes their first loss with a score of 3-1 to finish second in their pool.

Despite the score of 3-0 in the quarter-final game, the girls played a hard fought battle against a strong Sarnia team.

The Stars Bantam C team has finished their season with a sense of pride and accomplishment. They have steadily improved all season and were determined to qualify for the Provincial tournament. To finish in the top eight Bantam C teams in all of Ontario is a true testament of their hard work and effort this year.

The Southpoint Stars Bantam C team, front left to right: Hana LeClaire, Samantha Hartleib. Second row: Coach Kristi Kennedy, coach Cindy Osadzuk, Taylor Taouil, Abbey Resendes, Montana Wilkins. Third row: Tara Wright, Paige Stomp, Katie Mackie, Tara Rahm, Chloe Mastronardi, trainer Noelle Resendes. Back row: Grace Bennett, Logan Bonner, KeAnn Laliberte, Haley Cruickshank, coach Katie Clubb. Absent from photo: Coach Nicole Bouteiller and trainer Jill Taouil.

Southpoint Stars Bantam C action

Bubba’s Memorial Hockey Tournament Winners

The Johnston Net & Twine team from Wheatley won the Rec Division championship in the Bubba’s Memorial Hockey Tournament held in Tecumseh this past weekend. The tournament was hosted by Aaron Setterington, who is carrying on his Uncle Gary “Bubba” Baker’s legacy. Jason Ottley was the leading scorer and was voted team MVP. Back row, left to right: Jamie Wenzler, Keith Cobby, Jason Ottley, Craig Howe, Caleb Beaupre, Dustyn Woelk, Wes Wright. Front: Mitchell Prudence, Brad Ouellette, Josh Omstead, Brett Cobby, Brandon Kubis. Goalie: Adam Howe. Absent from photo are Brandon Fuller and Evan Tofflemire.

Lions vs Cougars

At right - Deangelo Policella of the Lions goes airborne after getting tripped up by Cardinal Carter’s Michael Moavro during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys soccer game Friday, Apr. 10 at LDSS.

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tiz closing in during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys soccer game at LDSS

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Silent Walk and Vigil this Sunday

On Sunday, April 19, Leamington Area Right to Life is sponsoring a peaceful Silent Walk and Vigil to Leamington District Memorial Hospital to express concern for children being aborted and for their mothers who may not have received the love, care, and support needed to carry these children to term. Everyone is welcome to attend. This public awareness event takes place rain or shine, and marks the beginning of Respect for Life Week. Participants will meet at the parking lot across from Leamington District Secondary School at 3:15 p.m. The walk to the hospital begins at 3:30 p.m. where a brief Silent Vigil will be observed during which a wreath will be laid in memory of the unborn babies.

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BRYAN JESSOP

Jessop’s Journal

Playoff time,

Oh how I’d love to have been a fly on the wall of what ever room Gary Bettman was in when the third period buzzer sounded during the Thursday, Apr. 9 NHL game between the Colorado Avalanche and Winnipeg Jets.

The Jets lost the game in overtime, but by forcing extra minutes, they officially earned their first playoff spot since they moved from Atlanta in 2011. What’s even better is the fact that that the one-point night snuffed all hopes of the defending Stanley Cup champion Los Angeles Kings in making it to the post season. I can’t imagine anything Bettman would hate more than watching a small-market Canadian team grab hold of a last-minute playoff position at the expense of a large-market southern American team. He probably cried himself to sleep that night, curled up in the fetal position with the blankets pulled over his head.

Oh, but it doesn’t end there. For the first time in God knows how long, five Canadian teams will keep the lights on in their respective arenas as playoffs commence — that’s nearly a third of the 16 playoff teams despite Canada hosting less than a quarter of the league’s franchises. Calgary put the all-important ‘X’ beside its name in the standings by defeating LA the same night as the Jets’ OT loss to Colorado.

But wait, there’s more. The Flames will take on the Vancouver Canucks in the Western Conference quarters. Yup, that means at least one Canadian team in the second round. On the east side of the 84th perpendicular, the playoffs will begin with the rarely-experienced absence of the Boston Bruins. At one point, it looked as though they were all but guaranteed that last playoff seed. Then, out of nowhere, the Ottawa Senators started winning games in clumps. They even managed to shut out the President’s Trophy-winning New York Rangers for a super-duper important two points in Game 81. The Habs had long-since clinched a secondseason appearance while the Leafs, well, checked out of the playoff race weeks ago. In equally-shocking news, water is wet.

For me, it’s like playoff paradise… at least for now. If Edmonton and Anaheim had swapped positions in the standings (ditto for Tampa and Buffalo, while I’m at it), I’d probably be twirling around with my arms stretched out like Julie Andrews in the middle of an Austrian meadow. Sadly, reality will likely come crashing down in less-than-ideal fashion… now THERE is a cue to my annual round of NHL playoff predictions.

Eastern Conference

New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh — While I thank the Pens for pounding the final nail into the coffin of Boston’s post-season hopes, I don’t expect much of them from there. Their lack of offensive productivity is the worst among playoff teams, tied with Montreal (sigh). Letang is out for the foreseeable future and Crosby isn’t all that productive in the post season. The Rangers are powerhouses on both sides of the puck, making their President’s Trophy achievement a surprise to nobody. Rangers in five.

Montreal vs. Ottawa — Notice how I didn’t get excited about the guarantee of TWO Canadian teams guaranteed to make the second round? First, I don’t like ALL Canadian teams. Second, Ottawa has been red hot as of late, becoming the first team in NHL history to have been 14 points out of a playoff spot and then actually advance to the post season. Stone is as dangerous as a rookie gets and Hammond is solid in net. Fortu-

nately, the Habs have some depth, outstanding defense and aren’t necessarily doomed just because Pacioretty is temporarily out of the picture. If Price is on his game, they’ll pull it off. Habs in six.

Tampa Bay vs. Detroit — Sneaking into the playoffs in the last week of the regular season isn’t something Detroit has had to do a lot over the past 24 years, but it’s happened again for the second year in a row — this time via an overtime loss to Montreal. Good health has been on again, off again for the Wings, who’d better tighten up defensively if they want to give Tampa’s lethal supply of forwards a run for its money. This one could be awkward for Yzerman, eh? Tampa Bay in five.

Washington vs. New York Islanders — This one could be a doozie. Washington’s been involved in two of the 10 longest overtime games in NHL history and I think we can expect a few sessions of extra minutes in this series. The Islanders have cooled off as of late, but they can put the puck in the net and probably don’t want to finish their 43year tenure at Nassau Coliseum with a first-round departure. Islanders in seven.

Western Conference

Anaheim vs. Winnipeg — Not a whole lot of playoff experience on the Jets’ roster — absolutely none, in fact, in Winnipeg. Still, I can’t help but wonder how much of the Ducks’ success has had to do with luck. Not many teams win their conference after finishing with a goals differential as modest as +10. However, their so-so defense is leveled out with respectable depth up front. I hate to say it, but Anaheim in six.

St. Louis vs. Minnesota — Oh St. Louis, why do you even bother? This is one seriously bad playoff team, historically speaking. They had a great regular season and winning on the road is nothing new. Minnesota, however, has been playing rather well lately and nine players with more than 30 points apiece ain’t too shabby. Minnesota in seven. Nashville vs. Chicago — This one’s been set in stone for a while now, giving both teams ample time to analyze the other between games. They’re evenly matched offensively, but the Hawks have an upper hand on defense. Additionally, their top five point getters have been healthy and there’s plenty of playoff experience on tap. Chicago in five.

Vancouver vs. Calgary — The Flames are no doubt on an emotional high after securing their first playoff spot in half a decade. They’ve got energy, momentum and decent depth. Their goaltending is mediocre, but Vancouver tends to get lazy in the playoffs for whatever reason (they’re rather ‘SEDIN’tary, if you catch my drift). Its netminding isn’t really any better either. Calgary in seven.

Rhine Danube

bowling

scores

The following are the Rhine Danube bowling league scores for March 30.

Games Over 200: Willy Fittler 220, Armand Decaluwe 215-207, Jack Valade 222, Ozzie Wolf 229-225-237, Gary Garnham 203-204, Richard Dickau 215, Aaron Dickau 224-236-224, Kevin Kosempel 211, Heinz Kosempel 225-211, Chris Kosempel 232, Albert Salvati 212, Dan Dalimonte 219, Eric Zimmer 212-224-214.

Series Over 550: Armand Decaluwe 562, Jack Valade 578, Ernie Purr 574, Ozzie Wolf 691, Richard Dickau 577, Aaron Dickau 684, Kevin Kosempel 574, Heinz Kosempel 618, Chris Kosempel 593, Albert Salvati 564, Dan Dalimonte 570, Eric Zimmer 650.

High Handicap Game: Ozzie Wolf 280, Richard Dickau 279, Lloyd Owens 272.

High Handicap Series: Ozzie Wolf 820, Aaron Dickau 771, Richard Dickau 769.

Final Second-Half Season Standings: Rhine Danube 75, Weil’s Food 65, Fittler Farms 54, Dickau Construction 49, Unico 39, Taki’s 33.

Cougars girls soccer vs Kingsville

Above – Kiera Murracas of the Cougars tries to keep a Kingsville defender from stealing the ball during the first half of the Cardinal Carter’s girls Tier II soccer season and home opener Tuesday, Apr. 7. The Cavaliers lead 2-0 and finished with a 7-1 win. Amy Zuccato scored the lone Cougars’ goal. The Cougars were scheduled to host Lajeunesse two days later, but had to reschedule due to inclement weather.

Right – The Cougars’ Chantel Mendes and a Kingsville opponent battle for position of the ball .

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Hockey season winds up for Atom Minors

Ending another year of hockey, the Jose’s Bar & Grill Atom Minors got together for one last party as a team. They had loads of fun bowling and enjoyed pizza and pop at Empire Lanes. There were many laughs, and lots of cheering and high fives among the boys during the evening. They were a wonderful group of boys to work with both on and off the ice. Thank you to the devoted parents of these young hockey players who enjoy being on the ice and having fun while continuing to learn the skills they need to perform in a game.

The coaches, players and parents appreciate Jose’s Bar and Grill for their continued support

Many players have plans to attend hockey sessions over the spring and summer to increase their skills and be ready for September. For the teammates who are trying out elsewhere, the team wishes them the very best in their upcoming tryouts.

New players are welcome to try out for the 2015-2016 Atom Major travel team (birth year 2005). Tryouts are on the Unico Ice on Tues. May 12 (7:00-7:50 p.m.), Wed. May 13 (8:008:50 p.m.), Wed. May 20 (7:00-7:50 p.m.), and Sat. May 23 (6:00-6:50 p.m. - game).

Jose’s Bar & Grill Atom Minors, front row, left to right: Hunter Enns, Cole Bradley, Cole Vaillancourt, Kaden Gabriele. Middle row: Hunter Morris, Evan Derikx, Josh Chauvin, Noah George, Ethan Rodrigues, Caleb Bradley. Back row: Seth Zylstra, Kaeden Sarkis, Jack Tiessen, Lucas Penner, Ben Omar, Ryan Goyeau.

Peewee girls win EKGIHL Tier 3 championship

The Southpoint Stars Peewee Community Muffler team played in the Essex-Kent Interlock Day of Champs on Sunday. The Southpoint team earned a berth in the championship on a 7-0-1 record. They took on a very competitive LaSalle Black team.

The game started with Southpoint not quite finding their game mode. LaSalle had the first few shots on net but Courtney Jeffery kept Southpoint in the game with some great pad saves. This allowed the Southpoint girls to pick up the pace and come out of the first period with a 0-0 tie. Going into the second, Southpoint applied more pressure and at the 9-minute mark picked up a goal for their efforts. Stephanie Wiebe sent the puck towards the net and Adrian Gualtieri picked it up and shot, hitting a skate, and the puck went into the corner of the net.

Southpoint continued to battle on and Courtney Jeffery made a stellar save on a LaSalle breakaway.

In the final minutes of the third period, LaSalle pulled their goalie. With 25 seconds left, Alyssa Lamb drove the puck between two defenders, tangled with a third, but maintained control. She skated hard over the blue line and before being caught sent the puck into the net to provide the Southpoint team with the insurance goal they had been trying to get for half the game. Assisting on the goal was Erin Hopper and Alexa Taylor. Community Muffler won the game 2-0 and the Division Championship. Congratulation to the girls on a fine season.

Leamington announces torchbearers for Pan Am Games torch relay

The Pan Am Torch Relay will unite and invite Canadians to celebrate and share the Pan Am spirit throughout its 41-day journey towards Toronto. Torchbearers will proudly carry the flame through more than 130 communities including Leamington, igniting the Pan Am spirit as they go.

The Pan Am flame will be lit in a traditional ceremony in Teotihuacan, Mexico, before it travels to Canada where the relay will begin on May 30, 2015. During the torch relay, each of the 3,000 torchbearers will complete, on average, a 200-metre relay segment. The torch will be carried by more than 60 modes of transportation and will exceed 5,000 kilometres on the road and 15,000 kilometres by air.

The relay will conclude on July 10, 2015 with the dramatic lighting of the cauldron at the Opening Ceremony in downtown Toronto, the host city of the games.

Mayor Paterson Announces Torchbearers

The Pan Am Torch Relay will come to Leamington on Wednesday, June 17 and everyone is invited to attend at the Leamington Municipal Marina, Robson Park.

“I am proud to announce that Donny Pacheco has been selected as a Leamington community torchbearer,” said Leamington mayor John Paterson. “Pacheco is a lifelong Leamington resident and local restaurateur/ business owner of Jose’s Bar and Grill. Donny is a prime example of one of Leamington’s finest, sponsoring

many youth and adult sports teams as well as contributing to many local charitable events, and just recently sponsoring a new Zamboni ice resurfacer for Leamington’s Recreation Depart-

ment. Serving the Leamington community with fine food for over 20 years, Donny is a fine ambassador of Leamington!” “Leamington is also pleased to feature Cole Cacciavillani, another

lifelong Leamington resident and owner of several businesses under the CF & Aphria labels,” said Mayor Paterson. “Cole is a born leader and is often at the forefront of the newest agri-

business advancements. His contributions have certainly assisted Leamington to be ranked as a world class leader in greenhouse production of various plant products.

Cole is very generous with his time and financial resources and is another wonderful Leamington ambassador.”

For more information, visit TORONTO2015.org/ torch-relay.

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The Community Muffler Peewee Girls were the winners of their division in the Essex Kent Girls Interlock League. Front, kneeling, from left to right: Alyssa Lamb, Abbey Brissette, Erin Hopper, Bridgette Klassen, Stephanie Wiebe, goalie Courtney Jeffery. Back row: Coach Rob Brissette, Alexa Taylor, Kendra Epp, Chelsea Andary, Halle DeBono, Jaryn Harris, Allison Kopinak, Brienna Tiessen, coach Bob Rumble, Adrian Gualtieri, coach John Kopinak, Tarez Raheb, trainer Jenn Taylor.

Senior men’s league curling

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

60 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-326-3111

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 am

Calvary Church

North Shore Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 am

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley

519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

Wheatley Baptist Church 47 Talbot St. E.., Wheatley 519-825-7433 Pastor Richard Smith

Sunday School 9:00 am Worship 10:30 am

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am L

220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644

Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church 311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services 9:15 am (German), 10:45 am (English)

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 10:00 am

Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

1 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 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 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10:30 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

285 Talbot St. E., Leamington Free bus rides available 519-322-2316

Service Sunday 9:15 am & 11 am 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

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:50 am (Summer 10 am)

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

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.knox-leamington.com

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

NO MASSES FROM JULY 14 TFN

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 pm (English)

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am (English)

9 am (Italian, English) 10:30 am (English)

12 Noon (Portuguese)

3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (English)

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

Mersea United Church 1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 9:30 am

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda 2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352 Sunday Service 10:30 am

Richard Humber delivers his rock while Doug Scott waits for his turn during the Sun Parlour Curling Club’s Senior Men’s League Turkey Shoot. The event follows regular-season play, where frozen turkeys are spread across the ice and curlers throw stones — each with an identifying tag number — from corner to corner. Each participant tries to land his rock as close as possible to a turkey, with the winner taking the bird home for Easter dinner. The SPCC extends its appreciation to Earl Dunmore for his dedicated organization of the league and the Turkey Shoot.

senior boys soccer vs Essex

Above - The Lions’ Rubens Boileau is challenged by two Essex players as he carries the ball on the Red Raiders’ side of midfield during Leamington’s WECSSAA Tier II senior boys home opener Wednesday, Apr. 8. The Red Raiders jumped out to a 2-0 lead early in the game and held on for a 2-1 victory. Noah Santos scored the LDSS goal. On Friday, Apr. 10, the Lions hosted rival Cardinal Carter in what ended as a 1-1 draw. The Cougars struck first on an early Erick Ortiz goal, although Peter Hatzis replied to tie the game later in the first half. Leamington hosted Walkerville Monday, Apr. 13. The game ended in a 7-2 victory for Leamington. Left - Liam Jeffery of the Lions prepares to kick the ball away from an incoming Essex midfielder during his team’s WECSSAA Tier II senior boys soccer home opener. (SUN Photos)

Kingsville lands GMHL team

By Bryan Jessop

Kingsville’s junior hockey vacancy will not exceed two seasons.

The Kingsville Kings were announced as the first of eight expansion teams for the Greater Metro Hockey League, a Tier II Junior A loop that operates outside the jurisdiction of the Ontario Hockey Association. Up to and including the 2014-15 season, the GMHL has utilized a large contingent of players from across Canada, the U.S. and Europe. Most franchises have been situated in and around the Golden Horseshoe, with others as far north as Temiscaming on the Ontario/Quebec border 160 km north of North Bay to as far south as Cambridge.

Shortly after the Kingsville announcement on Feb. 20, teams for London, Simcoe, Oshawa, Bobcaygeon, Komoka, Colborne and Haliburton were added. With a Shelburne team set to return after a one-year hiatus, the new group of teams will bring the league’s numbers from 22 in 2014-15 to 31 for next season.

Although the absence of import limitations brings players to each team from across the hockey-playing segment of the globe, the Kings have already established a local contingent. Staff members include Kingsville resident Tom Shinkelshoek as the team’s president as well as the signing of the squad’s first local player — Belle River native Ryan Gruszka.

Shinkelshoek served as general manager of the Great Lakes Junior C Tilbury Falcons, senior A Chatham Maroons and Junior C Kingsville Comets until their relocation to Amherstburg. With the Admirals, Shinkelshoek served as equipment manager and fundraising chairperson.

Gruszka played for the Wallaceburg Lakers in the Great Lakes Junior C loop and the Lambton Shores Predators in the Junior B Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League. He’s also laced up the skates in the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League, Alberta Junior Hockey League and Maritime Hockey League. The team has also signed LaSalle goaltender Wes

Werner, a 1997-born player who spent last season with the USA Eagles in a Triple-A development league. Standing at 6’ 4” and weighing in at 200 pounds, Werner also played for his Sandwich Secondary high school team.

“We couldn’t be more excited than we are right now,” said Kings public relations representative Bill Chapman, a Colchester resident.

“We want to move on and get started. People are excited about it — this is like a second coming. Fans felt bad about seeing the Comets go. Now they’ve got another game in town. In turn, we want to get entrenched in the community.”

“We plan to be an extremely community involved team. We want to provide fast, entertaining hockey to the community that fans will be proud of.”

— Gary Astalos

region. The Kings will also host a camp tentatively starting Aug. 28 with two sessions per day up until as late as Sept. 5.

“The opportunity to bring Junior A hockey to Kingsville is very exciting,” said Kings head coach and director of hockey operations Gary Astalos. “The town has been extremely supportive. We plan to be an extremely community involved team. We want to provide fast, entertaining hockey to the community that fans will be proud of.

We have started to sign the core of our roster and our staff is very excited to start training camp the last weekend of August. Our primary goal is for Kingsville to be the number one choice for amateur players to develop and prepare themselves for NCAA/ACHA hockey.”

Although a 2015-16 regular season schedule has yet to be released, the Kings have already determined that they will play at home on Friday nights. The GMHL will be split into a North Division and South Division, the latter which will include teams like Kingsville, Komoka and London and others as far north as Oshawa and one of the Toronto teams. They will not play North Division teams until the playoffs.

In the meantime, the Kings coaching staff is seeking players to form two teams to take part in the Michigan Pre-draft Showcase, a three-day event from May 1 to May 3. The showcase will likely include more than 30 teams taking to arenas in Canton and Plymouth, Mich. in a tournament format. Coaches, managers and scouts from several leagues across the continent will attend the showcase. Players interested in joining one of the Kings’ rosters for the event can send an e-mail message to info@kingsvillekings.com.

To fill positions that have not yet been signed, GMHL teams will hold a draft Saturday, May 9 in the Niagara

Last season, Astalos was head coach of the GMHL’s Seguin Huskies. The team advanced to the championship finals, where it was defeated by Temiscaming. Astalos was named the league’s 2013-14 coach of the year.

The new team has also brought on board associate coach Brandon Contratto, who held the same position last season with the GMHL’s Parry Sound Islanders. Martin Jansson, who was associate GM with last season’s Huskies, will be the Kings’ GM while David Daniello will serve as associate GM and goalie coach.

“The Kingsville Kings will bring a blue collar hard work attitude to the ice and the community in Kingsville,” said Contratto. “We will look to create a league powerhouse franchise while bringing a new league and new level to the Southern Ontario area. Our

foundation will be built on the fact that anything can be accomplished as a team. To accomplish this in a city new to the GMHL we hope to work as one with the people of Kingsville to help the community while putting a top product on the ice and moving our players on to the next level whether it be college or professional hockey.”

Ryan Gruszka (right) chases the Leamington Flyers’ Dylan Seguin as a Lambton Shores Predator during the 2013-14 GOJHL Western Conference regular season. Gruszka, a Belle River resident and also a former Wallaceburg Laker, was the first local player to sign with the GMHL’s Kingsville Kings. (Sun file photos)

In what may have been the most hard-fought win of the season so far, the Leamington Flyers have tied the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League Sutherland Cup semifinals against the Caledonia Corvairs at a game apiece.

Two days after a disappointing 6-2 loss at Haldimand Centre to start the series, the Flyers bounced back with a 4-3 triple-overtime victory on home ice. The four-hour marathon included several chances for Leamington to finish the game before the sixth period’s opening faceoff, but unlucky bounces, pucks rolling through the crease and quick reflexes by former Tier II Junior A Aurora Tigers netminder Kevin Entmaa kept the Corvairs within striking distance of a 2-0 series advantage.

Flyers even series with Corvairs

By bryan jessop

maa was assessed a two-minute minor for tripping early in the sixth, giving Leamington the chance to redeem an unproductive, 101-second double power play from the third stanza. In an unassisted effort, Amante unleashed a low shot from the blue line that found its way through traffic and into the Caledonia net to finish play after 105 minutes and 12 seconds. Leamington outshot its guests 55-53, a vast improvement over the 41-21 advantage the Corvairs enjoyed on home ice Friday, Apr. 10. More importantly, the Flyers made big strides on the penalty kill between the two games. Caledonia was five-for-seven in Game 1 and one-for-four in Game 2. The Flyers went from one-for-10 to one-for-seven with the man advantage.

Game 2 did not start on a strong note for the Flyers, as the two-time Golden Horseshoe Conference and defending Sutherland Cup champion Corvairs took a 1-0 lead 32 seconds after the opening faceoff. During a scamble in front of Trevor Wheaton’s net, Matthew Hore tapped a loose puck into the right side of the goal from point-blank range.

The lead ran a course of just under four minutes, after which point Tyler Duarte released a knee-high wrist shot from between the hash marks. The shot beat Entmaa cleanly to the right side. Alex Friesen drew the only assist.

“It’s always nice to come out on top at the end of games like this,” Flyers head coach Tony Piroski said of Game 2. “We played with a lot of guts and determination. We battled hard against a big, strong team.”

Piroski saw no advantage of Heinz Arena’s largerthan-normal ice surface against the Corvairs, who play at home to an average, NHL-sized rink at Haldimand.

“They’re a really good, fast team — the big ice here isn’t hurting them,” Piroski said. “It’s hard to knock them off the puck. They have no weaknesses. They’re a gifted team.”

The Corvairs’ physical play is led by 6’ 6” Peacock, who registered three assists in Game 1 and a goal in Game 2. The Flyers, however, countered with a physical, hard-checking game of their own on Sunday, led by Colin Moore.

“We played with a lot of guts and determination. We battled hard against a big, strong team.” - Tony Piroski

“That’s my role with the team — I’m happy to do whatever I can to help us win,” explained Moore. “They’re (Caledonia) definitely the best team we’ve played so far. We’ve got to match their intensity. For the most part, we were pretty even with them. Overtimecame down to who could get the sqeaker.”

The Flyers led Game 1 1-0 on a Zack Guilbeault tally, but Ryan Blunt solved Michael Barrett to take a 1-1 draw into the first intermission. Eric Delaurentis and Lepore gave the Corvairs a 3-1 lead before

Friesen brought Leamington to within a goal at roughly mid-game. Blunt buried his second late in the second before Delaurentis and Jake Brown finished the scoring in the third.

Game 3 of the series was played Tuesday, Apr. 14 in Caledonia — results were not available by press deadline. The Flyers will host Game 4 Thursday, Apr. 16 at 7:10 p.m. before the teams head back to Haldimand Centre Friday, Apr. 17 for a 7:30 p.m. start. If necessary, Leamington will host Game 6 at 4:10 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 19. Game 7 is scheduled for Monday, Apr. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Caledonia.

In the other Sutherland semifinal series, the Elmira Sugar Kings won the first two games 7-2 against the LaSalle Vipers. LaSalle responded with a 7-4 road victory in Game 3 to bring the series to 2-1.

Leamington took its first lead 90 seconds into the middle frame, as Chris Scott tapped a Mitchell Amante pass while parked in front of the crease to the right side of the Caledonia goal. With 5:10 remaining, Jordan Peacock took a pass from near the corner to Wheaton’s left side and picked a top corner with a quick wrist shot to even the score at 2-2. The Corvairs jumped into a one-goal lead on the only power play goal of regulation 8:26 into the third. Tyler Lepore unleashed a slap shot from the point, sending the puck just beyond the outstretched glove of Wheaton. Leamington drew even about three minutes later when Eric Henderson took a pass from Alex Derksen and backhanded the puck under Entmaa’s crossbar from about five feet in front of his crease. Duarte also assisted.

Caledonia outshot their hosts 24-19 in 45:16 minutes of extra time, but the Flyers pieced together several scoring chances, including a short-handed breakaway for Amante early in the fourth frame. Ent-

Colin Moore fires a shot at the Corvairs’ net during Game 2 of the Sutherland Cup semifinals Sunday, Apr. 12 at Heinz Arena. Leamington evened the series at 1-1 with a 4-3 triple-overtime victory at Heinz Arena Sunday, Apr. 12. (Sun photo)

Leamington’s Mitch Amante brings the puck out in front of the goal line with Caledonia defenders in tow. Amante scored the game-winning goal in triple overtime to even the series at 1-1. (Sun photo)

Corvairs goalie Kevin Entmaa makes a breakaway save against the Flyers’ Kyle Perkowski during Game 2. (Sun photo)

The Leamington Flyers celebrate a triple-overtime goal against the Caledonia Corvairs Sunday, Apr. 12 at Heinz Arena. Mitch Ama nte scored the game winner on the power play about five minutes into the sixth period. (Sun photo)

took the first-place win in ladies singles.

On Wednesday, April 8 the senior high school county badminton tournament took place at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Thirteen county high schools sent teams to the event. LDSS had finalists in every event this year and once again claimed the team title. Twelve of the 15 LDSS seniors who competed in the tournament move on to the

SAA Championships next week.

dominated in men’s doubles, taking first and second in a draw of 26. Displaying the senior team plaque, from left to right, are Nick Jraige, DJ Wales, Kevin Bui and Cameron Adams.

Overall compliance this ice fishing season

Most anglers checked during the recent ice fishing season in Essex, Chatham-Kent and Lambton counties were obeying the rules.

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Conservation Officers conducted numerous patrols on Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair, the St. Clair River, Rondeau Bay and the Detroit River from the third week of January until the third week of March. In total, 980 resident anglers and 220 non-resident anglers were checked. Overall compliance with Ontario’s sport fishing and public safety-related legislation was found to be 87%.

A total of 49 charges and 108 warnings were issued for offences including:

• Bringing live fish (minnows) into Ontario for use as bait.

• Fishing without a licence.

• Catching and keeping too many yellow perch.

• Catching and keeping a muskellunge (muskie) during the closed season.

• Fishing with too many lines.

• Failing to register ice fishing huts.

• Emptying the contents of a bait bucket back into the water.

• Fishing without carrying a licence.

• Littering on public land.

Officers also issued charges and warnings related to safety infractions under the Liquor Licence Act, the Off-Road Vehicles Act and the Motorized Snow Vehicles Act.

With the open water fishing season getting underway, anglers are reminded that it is illegal to bring any live fish, crayfish, leeches or salamanders into Ontario for use as bait or to use invasive species as bait. It is also illegal to release any live bait or dump the contents of a bait bucket back into any waters or within 30 metres of any waters.

Golden Years mini golf

Forty-six golfers managed a respectable 76 aces on April 9 at Colasanti’s.

Leading the ace parade with 5 aces each were Andy Orsini and Frank Lasi. Dropping 4 apiece were Madeline Butler, Bill Mayville, Bob McWilliam and Colleen Pearse. Managing 3 each were Mary Binder, Norbert Gisi, Marie Lasi, Art Sweet and Bill Ward. Two dropped for Jim Allan, Fran Clifford, Tom Dewhurst, Lloyd Honey, Tom Hyatt, Barry Sweet, Perpetua Hildrop, Mary Ann Vickery and Doug Vickery. Chipping in with 1 each were Murray Cascadden, Dorothy Cascadden, Eunice Cascadden, Ethel Ferguson, Gary Honey, Lois Hudvagner, Tony Hudvagner, Cam Keith, Julia Kos, Betty McManus, Barb Murphy, Al Stockwell, Rose Taylor, Bill Taylor, Sharon Teskey, Gerrit Vriesen and Linda Walsh.

A strong 16 for 9 holes was registered by Andy Orsini. Close behind with 17 were Mary Ann Vickery (2), Bill Ward, Tom Hyatt, Norbert Gisi, Bill Mayville (2) and Tom Dewhurst. Collecting a score of 18 were Gary Honey, Frank Lasi (2), Bill Ward, Linda Walsh, Tony Hudvagner, Doug Vickery, Tom Hyatt, Rose Taylor, Marie Lasi, Colleen Pearse, Cam Keith, Art Sweet, Andy Orsini and Bob McWilliam.

An excellent 35 over 18 holes was served up by Tom Hyatt, followed by Frank Lasi with 36. Notching 37 were Mary Ann Vickery, Doug Vickery, Norbert Gisi, Bill Mayville (2), Andy Orsini and Bob McWilliam. Gary Honey, Bill Ward, Tony Hudvagner, Colleen Pearse, Cam Keith and Al Stockwell each scored 38.

Andy Orsini set the pace over 36 holes when he carded a 72. Rounding out the scores over 18 were Bill Mayville with 74, Tom Hyatt 75, Mary Ann Vickery and Bill Ward 77, and Tony Hudvagner 78.

Team Kings took first place with 236 (Bill Mayville, Bryon Walker, Cathy Dewhurst). A second place tie with 239 was shared by Team Aces (Mary Ann Vickery, Dorothy Cascadden, Gary Honey, Bill Taylor) and Team 8 (Colleen Pearse, Pete Daudlin, Marie Lasi). A 242 was good enough for third place by Team 3 (Julia Kos, Linda Walsh, Bill Ward).

Play continues every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.

CILISKA EXCAVATING

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. Apr. 6: 1st Helen Preyde and Bob Branton, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and George Hildebrandt, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Dorothy McGregor, 4th Pauline Mikolash and Vi Major. Bridge games are each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. Apr. 8: North/South - 1st Vi Major and Marg Koeman, 2nd Joyce Moran and Marilyn Robbins, 3rd Jeanne Manners and Marie Ellwood. East/West - 1st Teri Ford and Pat DeNapoli, 2nd Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Sue Srokosz and Jim Hayhurst.

Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m. For info call 519-738-4939.

The LDSS senior badminton team, front row, left to right: Coach Bobbie Hansen, Monitha Leng (2nd ladies doubles), Trella Garcia (2nd ladies singles), Poh La, Dany Meng (2nd ladies doubles), Tiffany Benuik, Agatha Driedger (1st mixed doubles), Krystal Lee (2nd mixed doubles). Back row: Frank Driedger (1st mixed doubles), Nick Jraige (2nd men’s doubles), Matt Warkentin (2nd men’s singles), Josh Bluhm (2nd mixed doubles), Jason Zhao, Kevin Bui (1st men’s doubles), Cameron Adams (2nd men’s doubles), DJ Wales (1st men’s doubles). Absent from photo: Coach Sanjay Patel, coach Richard Medbury, coach Ryan Phan.

Pets of the Week

LOUIE ZEEKO

Louie is a dog on the go! He would be the perfect jogging partner. He likes to be challenged, always ready to learn new skills and tricks. He plays well with other dogs and is ready to be the next addition to your family. Visit Louie today and find him his forever home!

Zeeko is a born model! With those soft eyes and sweet colours, Zeeko is an all around lovely cat. He is good with kids, perfect for a family looking for their first animal. Come visit Zeeko today and you will fall in love immediately!

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751 windsorhumane.org

FURNACE SERVICE & REPAIR

praises of the new Flow-Through ventilation, which later brought the smoke and flames into Charlie’s car.

1974 Gran Fury caught fire at worst possible time

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April 18, 2015

Charlie Wright was in a hurry at 5 a.m. on March 24, 1984, in Leamington. He was on his way to pick up three other core committee members to catch a plane to Ottawa to discuss the final funding arrangements for the Frank T. Sherk Recreation Complex, a massive facility completed in 1985 for $8.5 million on land donated by the H.J. Heinz Company. It was and still is one of the most unique and comprehensive recreation facilities found anywhere in a municipality of less than 30,000 people. Charlie was co-chair of the Leamington Kinsmen Club Committee spearheading this project.

He was driving his 1974 Plymouth Gran Fury, a car that had developed some electrical issues, especially when the door locks began going up and down on their own. This problem could be ignored, but not what happened next. He was approaching the corner of Lutsch and Oak when smoke began pouring out of the fresh air vents on the dash, followed by flames shooting out of those same vents. THE CAR WAS ON FIRE! With no cell phones in 1984, Charlie knocked on the front door of the nearest house to phone the fire department, then phoned one of the other committee members to pick him up and drive the group to the Windsor Airport.

Their destination in Ottawa was their Member of Parliament’s office and conference room, where they met with the Deputy and Assistant Deputy Ministers to reach a “political solution” to finish building the Recreation Complex. Just before the talks began, Charlie asked for a phone so he could call his wife back home to ask about his car. All the people in the room overheard the conversation and began

laughing uproariously! It took a few minutes of hilarity before the group could settle down to discuss the business at hand. Looking back, Charlie says that fire happened at the best possible time because it was the perfect ice-breaker at the meeting in Ottawa. We can’t say for sure that the fire guaranteed the money, but the story of the fire certainly didn’t hurt.

Charlie’s ’74 Gran Fury (which was towed away and scrapped) was not the first Plymouth Fury in his life. His dad owned a ’66 Fury when the family lived in Windsor and Charlie took his driver’s test on that car. He also drove that car when he began dating his future wife, Carolyn.

I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in my column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to

1974 Gran Fury on front cover of sales brochure. The new Fury for 1974 was restyled from front to rear. The brochure sang the

OBITUARY

George Buckrell

A resident of Leamington, George Buckrell passed away on Friday, April 10 at his residence at the age of 81. He was born in Tillsonburg and was the son of the late Stanley and Ida Buckrell.

Loving husband of Hanna for 57 years. Dear father of Jane Buckrell (Lorne), Mary Tiessen (Ron) and Miles Buckrell (Brenda).

Proud grandfather to Darren (Maylin), Matthew (Grace), Emma, Steven and Bridget. Brother-in-law to John Halbgewachs (Lois), Mary Simpson (Douglas), David Halbgewachs (Ethel) and Barbara Osborne. George is predeceased by his sisters Marion Hunter (John) and Dorothy Cunningham (Alan), sisters-in-law Dorothy Haggith (Archie) and Freda McKinnell (William). George will also be lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

In keeping with George’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service to celebrate George’s life will take place at a later date. Visit www.reidfuneralhome.ca for service information as it becomes available. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631).

As your expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Windsor Downtown Mission would be appreciated by the family.

Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Cecil Fox

Cecil Alvin Fox, son of the late Alvin Fox and Emily Pearson, born on June 21, 1925 in Colchester, Ontario, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, at 89 years of age on Friday, April 10, 2015 at Franklin Gardens in Leamington.

Beloved husband of the late Brenda Gail (Metzger) (2006). Dear father of Marilyn MacKay (Bruce) of Prince George, B.C., and their children Caroline and Brian, David Fox (Jennifer) of Leamington and their children Caitlyne, Sierra, Madison, Hayden, Alec and Grace, Emily Voakes (Larry) of Leamington, Robert Fox of Leamington and his children Marshall and Blake, John Fox of Leamington. Predeceased by sons David Fox of Ayton, ON, and Wayne Fox of Kingsville. Mourning Cecil’s passing is granddaughter Laura Fox, great-grandsons Malcom and Kelvin Kannenberg, and great-great-grandson Tobias Fox Kannenberg (Lil Fox), also granddaughter Lesa Fox, great-grandsons Gary, Eric, and Sara Bertrand and great-granddaughter Jazlyn Hanna. Dear brother of Dorothy Whittaker of Leamington. Predeceased by two sisters, Mabel Fox of Blytheswood and Florence Mansell of Essex.

The Fox family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Franklin Gardens for their excellent care and compassion.

Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Monday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate Cecil’s life was held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 11 a.m. Rev. Liz Chaplin officiated. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made by cheque to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Florence Martin (nee Parsons)

Florence “Zia” Martin, nee Parsons, passed away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 in her 97th year.

Beloved wife of the late Wm. Glenn (1990). Predeceased by her sisters Grace Coombs (1979) and Margaret Zamparo (2012). Loving aunt to her nieces Jo Anne Zamparo, Nancy Lauzon (Frank), Arleigh “Wendy” Hartwell, nephew Martin Zamparo (Michelle Trapanier), Frederick Martin and his sister Elizabeth. Sadly missed by several grand and great-grand nieces and nephews.

Florence served her country in WWII as a proud member of the Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Services. Afterwards, she was a loyal employee of the Ford Motor Company of Canada.

Thank you to the Leamington Mennonite Home for the excellent care and compassion given to Flo. A special thank you to the nurses and staff on the third floor.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Leamington Mennonite Home or the Parkinson’s Society.

A family service has taken place. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Walter D. Kelly Life Celebration Centre, 1969 Wyandotte St. E., Windsor (519-2525711).

Online condolences may be left at www.walterdkellyfuneralhome.com

Leamington Triathlon Weekend approaching

On Monday evening, Apr. 13, Leamington Council made preparations for the annual Leamington Triathlon Weekend that will be held June 13-14 this year.

This means it is necessary to close some roads in town during the races and, as in previous events, the Organizing Committee is requesting in-kind contributions from the municipality to include the use of the pool, fencing and barricades.

In return, the municipality benefits from the commitment the race directors have made to donate $5,000 annually for two years to be applied toward the purchase of cadence meters for the spin bikes at the Recreation Complex. Economically, this is a big deal for Leamington. The report to Council recommending their support indicates that “Administration estimates that the annual economic impact of hosting the Leamington Triathlon Weekend is approximately $125,000.00, based on 500 participants spending $250 each (entry fees, travel/ fuel, food/beverages and accommodations).”

Raymond Pease

Raymond Kenneth Pease, 81 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Hospice Residential Home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Beloved husband of the late Leona May Pease (November 2014). Loving father to his 6 children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Bernice Jackson (Stuart), and the late Leonard Pease. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. For over 40 years, Ray was known mostly for his abilities as an auctioneer.

At Ray’s request, cremation has taken place. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Hospice of Windsor & Essex County Residential Home by contacting the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington, 519326-2631.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

hort of students who entered Grade 9 in 2010-11 was 75%. The 5-year grad rate is 85%.

More GECDSB students graduating

An emphasis on four post-secondary pathways is one reason that graduation rates are improving for Greater Essex County District students. According to data recently released by the Ontario Ministry of Education, the Board’s four-year graduation rate for the co-

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A total of 2,434 GECDSB students received Ontario Secondary School Diplomas (OSSD) in 2014.

“We have increased opportunities for students to pursue career and educational pathways that meet their needs and desires,” says Superintendent of Education Dan Fister. “OYAP, co-op placements in the community and Specialist High Skills Major programs have really increased the

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practicality of high school for many students.” Credit accumulation data for students currently in GECDSB high schools points to potentially greater improvement in grad rates over at least the next 4 years. Among the OSSDs presented last year, 109 were to students whose education had been interrupted for various reasons. They were able to fulfill all requirements through the Board’s re-engagement program; however, those students are not accounted for in the recently released statistics.

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Southern Footprints Run at Point Pelee National Park

Plante with Dave Campbell, right. 10

winner Rachelle Leanard with Dave Campbell, right.

who won this year’s race and the

Mascot trophy. From left to right are Sunny (Southpoint Sun), Sparky (Leamington Fire Services), Mrs. and Mr. Stewy Tomato (Tomato Festival), yet-to-be-named (Kingsville District Secondary School) and Sammy (SUNSET Produce).

SOUTHPOINT SUN

call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 5

Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@mnsi.net

FOR RENT

LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach.

Amenities include:

• library and social rooms

• new Smart Card “no coin” laundry

• beautiful lobby

• underground parking

• outdoor balconies

• FREE utilities and window coverings

• Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management.

Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com

Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819

CAMELOT SHIRES APARTMENTS

Beautiful, secure building in a good location. 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Utilities and parking included. Call Georgina 519-322-9526 We speak Spanish and English.

CALL NOW! FIORE TOWER

2 bdrm apartment and penthouse available in Leamington. Located near shopping. Util incl, on-site mgmt, secure building, laundry, elevator, party room. Call 519-326-4622 to inquire.

ERIE APARTMENTS

137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call Bob at 226-936-1676

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent. Call 519-796-5981. ap8-15

3000 SQ. FT. COMMERCIAL building available downtown Leamington. Call 519-7965981 or 519-796-4811. ap8-15

1 BEDROOM NEWLY renovated apartment for rent. Adults only. No pets. $695/ month, utilities included. Call after 6:00 pm. 519-326-3157. ap15-tf

400 Oak St. E., Leamington GREAT 2 bdrms, UTIL INCL! COME SEE! Social room w/events, pkg, secure entry, on-site mgmt. CALL TODAY! 519-324-9610 realstar.ca

NEWLY RENOVATED 3 bedroom house in downtown Leamington, with 2 car garage. Fridge and stove included. Available immediately. Call 519-816-0068. ap15

COMING

WINDSOR-ESSEX

COUNTY SENIORSGames and Local 543 invite you to "Lunch and Learn" at Colasanti's Tropical Garden on Thursday, May 7 at 12 noon. Tickets are $17 and include a broasted chicken lunch buffet and informative gardening tips from pros Joe Colasanti and St. Clair College Horticulture Technician Jay Terryberry. The deadline for tickets is April 24. Call Paulette at 519-974-3709 or email pkupnicki02@cogeco.ca ap15

SOUTHWEST OUTDOORS

CLUBBig Buck Sportsmen's Show - Saturday, April 18 at the Tilbury Arena. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. Trophies, vendors, product demos, door prizes, kids' activities, lunch, bar, live entertainment by Andrew Taves. Admission $5, under 12 free. ap8-15

BROASTED CHICKEN

DINNERat Olinda-Ruthven United Church, 1907 Queen Blvd, Ruthven. Saturday, April 25, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Adults $15. Children 6-12 years $7. Under 6 yearsfree. Wheelchair accessable. Everyone welcome! ap15-22

KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $12 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $10. Easter Brunch April 5th 9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. Senior Dances every 3rd Sunday of the month. 519-733-5162 (office) or 519-733-9081 (bar). oc29-tf

THE COUNTY CLASSIC Chorale presents "A World of Folk Music". Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 19 at 3:00 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie Street South, Leamington. Sunday, April 26 at 3:00 p.m. Epworth United Church, 56 Division St. South, Kingsville. Tickets: adults $12, students $6. Advance tickets at Thomson Pharmacy and Wharram's Jewellery in Leamington, Box Office Video in Kingsville and from Chorale members. ap1-15

GOODMAN'S SPRING CAR RALLY 2015 - Saturday, May 9, 5:00 p.m. sharp at Seacliff Park Leamington. Teams of 4 or 5. $28 per person. Dinner is included and cash prizes for placing. This year's theme is “All Things Music”. Call Jami-Lee to register or for more information 519-819-8042. ap15-22

BUYING SCRAP GOLD + COINS - 3 Dates. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, April 23Unico Building, 37 Beech Kingsville. Friday, April 24Essex Retirees Centre, 32 Russell St. Essex. Saturday, April 25 - KofC Hall, 190 Richmond Amherstburg. All coins, Canada, USA, World. Loose unsorted coins. Mint sets, all collector coins, war medals, pocket watches. gold rings, chains (even broken gold jewellery), gold teeth, sterling. Also buying all costume jewellery. Top prices. House calls available. 44 years experience, Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed 519819-1805. ap8-15

ITEMS FOR SALE

INCOME TAX

PREPARATION- 20 years experience. $35 per return, includes efiling. Call Deanna at 519-326-2770. ap1-15

CALL KAHL RECYCLINGWe come to you and haul away your junk. Scrap metal and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. Call Ken 519-322-8305, 519-326-8559. ja14-tf

NEED YOUR LAWN maintained? We do grass cutting, lawn raking, fertilizing along with garden maintenance and shrub trimming. Call 519-326-2591 for your free quote. ap8-29

LARRY'S HOME REPAIRS. Decks power washed and sealed. Painting, drywall repairs, carpentry service. 30 years experience. Please call 519-326-2770. ap15-29

J J STITCHING - SEWING, alterations and repairs. Pants shortened $8.50 plus tax. (Some exceptions may apply such as lined pants.) If your clothing is too tight or too baggy, give me a call to see if it can be altered. Call Jean at 519-968-2261. 14 Johnson Avenue, Leamington. ap8-my27

INDOOR/OUTDOOR CARPENTRY - Renovations and repairs, windows (full warranty), doors, painting, flooring, basements, drywall, kitchens, bathroom. Decks, fences, sheds & roofing. Free estimates. 35 years experience. We install windows and doors year round (senior discount). Call Bill at 519-566-8408. ap1-22

PRINTING: BUSINESS ENVELOPES,invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Mallory at The Wheatley Journal for quick and economical service, 519-398-9098. tf

Excellent Rates

Ed Higginbottom 519-329-1779 eh48@hotmail.ca

1 BEDROOM CONDO for rent - 44 Robson Rd Leamington. $750 plus util/month. No pets. Call Kathy 519-326-5786. de17-tf COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR RENT. Approximately 1000 square feet. 18 Division Street South, Kingsville. Call 519-326-3157 after 6:00 p.m. ap15-tf

WANTED TO BUY: William Stidworthy Paintings. Call 519-971-0044. ap8-29

LADIES MEDICAL "SCRUBS" - 11 sets tops and pants, size small, various colours. Also 1 white lab coat. $150 for all. Call Kim Van Deven 519-825-4481. ap8-15

2 BEDROOM CABIN for rent. Call 519-796-4811. ap15

PINNACLE ACRES

REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.00/hr, 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday and Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd. 18 Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via: email pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com or fax: 519-3269253. No experience or education required. oc15-tf

SOUTHPOINT SUN

FLAMINGO'S RESTAURANT is hiring Servers and a Short Order Cook. Apply within. 304 Robson Rd., Leamington. 519-326-0999 or 519-3264231 ext. 23. ap1-tf

SUN PARLOUR WEED & Spider Control is looking to hire: Full time seasonal employee available immediately thru October. Must have good driving record. Full time summer student to start as soon as possible. Must have a good driving record. Training will be provided. E-mail all resumes to sunparlour1@bellnet.ca ap8-15

QUALITY CONTROL PRODUCE INSPECTOR

We are seeking a Quality control Produce Inspector that will be responsible for inspecting all incoming produce. The Inspector will conduct random samples from each lot and inspect the sample for proper size, weight, quality and temperature. The Inspector will be responsible for complete detailed reports on each inspection. Knowledge of fresh produce, basic computer skills including Word/Excel, and a minimum of 1 year experience is required. The position will require frequent lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Send your resume to jobs@westmorelandsales.com

Antonio Figliomeni & Son (1993) Ltd. 460 County Road 37 Leamington, Ontario N8H 3V6

Is seeking to employ FISHING VESSEL DECKHANDS (NOC #8441)

In these positions workers are required to: work on one of our three fishing vessels which operate out of Lake Erie; prepare nets, lines and other fishing tackle; operate fishing gear to catch fish and marine life; clean, sort and pack fish in ice and stow catch in hold; repair nets, splice ropes and maintain fishing gear and other deck equipment; clean deck surfaces and fish hold.

We prefer applicants with skills/experience in the commercial fishing industry in order to fulfill our requirements above. However, we will hire those interested with no skills/experience and provide training.

The fishing vessel deckhand positions are permanent full-time. The wage range for a deckhand is $17.00 to $25.00 per hour.

If you are interested in working as deckhand for Antonio Figliomeni & Son, a well established company, please contact Sina Figliomeni, Secretary of Treasure, and/or Vito Figliomeni, Owner and Operator, by telephone: 519326-9695 or by email: cap10v@hotmail.com.

GREENHOUSE WORKERS - General labour. Full time, $11 per hour. Heavy lifting required. Weekend work required. Contact by fax: 519-324-9088. East Side Acres, 116 Mersea Rd. 19 Leamington, ON N8H 3V7. ap1-my6

WANTED

Forward resume to: 238 Talbot St. W. Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca • Fax: 519-326-3632

Need experienced Cold Storage Fork Lift Drivers, starting at $15.00 per hour. Should have a minimum of 2 years experience driving fork lifts and ideally in a cold storage environment. Candidates must have current fork lift certification.

Apply with resume to: HR@milofais.com

Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. The wage rate is $11.00 for 44.0 hours per week.

You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment.

No education or experience is required.

Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

FARM CREW SUPERVISOR. Maintenance & tractor experience needed. Please email resume to raymontsberries@live.com or call 519-919-8901. ap15-22

STRAWBERRY PICKERS AND PACKERS. Starting mid May. Please email resume to raymontsberries@live.com or call 519-919-8901. ap15-22

$11.00 50-55 hrs/wk

Monday - Saturday

Crop Maintenance and Harvesting of fresh vegetables. Worksite: 307 Hwy 77, RR2, Leamington

Apply: HR@lakesideproduce.com or

In Person: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm 132 Elliott Street West, Leamington

Are you a results-driven individual looking for a Business to Business sales opportunity? Then we want to hear from you! As the “Big Voice for Small Business” in Canada, we are looking for a Business Development Manager to promote our services to small and mid-size local businesses in Leamington and surrounding areas.

If you’re looking for a long-term sales career with a great company, possess an entrepreneurial spirit and are experienced in dealing with small business owners or have owned one yourself, apply today!

The successful candidate will proactively engage business owners focusing on business development and growth in an assigned territory.

What you may expect as a Business Development Manager with CFIB?

• Work for a credible, well-respected national organization

• Know that the work you do is important, making a difference for Canadian business owners

• Proactively reach out for business and be ‘on the go’ rather than in an office all day

• Ability to control your own income – no cap

• Paid vacation & statutory holidays, and a competitive benefits plan

• High degree of autonomy and independence to drive for successful results

• The sky’s the limit in terms of career growth; in fact, all of our Sales Management has been promoted from within the organization.

This position requires access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s licence.

Apply now! Please send you resume to recruit_mv@cfib-fcei.ca

To learn more about CFIB please visit our website at www.cfib.ca

SOUTHPOINT SUN

NOTICES

HELP WANTED

Dedicated, hard-working construction general labourer wanted for full time work.

* Immediate opening

* Must have driver’s license & own vehicle for transportation

* Concrete experience an asset

Fax resume to 519-776-9917

Orangeline Farms Limited has openings for

Applicants must have a positive attitude, great energy, excellent attendance and punctuality.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Grade and pack all product(s) according to company/ customer specifications

• Assist in maintaining a sanitized and organized department that meets food safety requirements

• Assist in the greenhouse during our clean out and re-planting

• Follow all company policies, rules and procedures

Additional Important Key Attributes:

• Self motivation and dependable

• Attention to detail

• Flexibility to work extended hours when required (Days Only but includes Saturdays)

• Own transportation

• Excellent multi-tasking skills under pressure

• Ability to lift up 20 lb boxes

• Ability to work as a team or independently and be respectful with co-workers

• Work in cold and hot environment

If you possess these attributes, please send your resume to: hr@orangelinefarms.com

Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON

TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on May 6, 2015, at the Leamington Municipal Building, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington Ontario. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Leamington Municipal Office, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington.

Description of Lands:

Roll No. 37 06 180 000 09000 0000; 64 Askew St, Leamington; PIN 75133-0107(LT); Lot 93 Plan 602 Leamington; File No.13-04

Minimum Tender Amount: $43,703.76

Roll No. 37 06 300 000 13500 0000; 24 Windwood Dr, Leamington; PIN 75118-0186(LT); Lot 81, Plan M71; S/T LT20632 Leamington; File No. 13-06

Minimum Tender Amount: $34,736.47

Roll No. 37 06 430 000 04200 0000; Marentette Beach; PIN 75104-0481(LT); Lots 19 and 20 Plan 1623 Mersea T/W R1319664; Leamington; File No. 13-10

Minimum Tender Amount: $18,518.04

Roll No. 37 06 530 000 10510 0000; Nicholas St, Leamington; PIN 75137-0739(LT); Part Lots 3 and 4 Plan 440 Mersea designated Part 6 Plan 12R1408; S/T Part 6 Plan 12R1408 as in R597184; Leamington; File No. 13-14

Minimum Tender Amount: $12,467.01

Roll No. 37 06 540 000 16100 0000; 12 Julien Ave, Leamington; PIN 75102-0386(LT); Lot 19 Plan 1218 Mersea; S/T execution LA-80277, if enforceable; Leamington; File No. 13-16

Minimum Tender Amount: $37,373.84

Roll No. 37 06 540 000 16300 0000; Julien Ave S/S, Leamington; PIN 75102-0339(LT); Lots 20 and 21 Plan 1218 Mersea; Leamington; File No. 13-17

Minimum Tender Amount: $14,770.67

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, crown interests, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. Any interests of the Federal or Provincial Crown encumbering the land at the time of the tax sale will continue to encumber the land after the registration of the tax deed.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchas er will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, HST if applicable and the relevant land transfer tax. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSales.ca or if no internet access available, contact:

Ramona Nordemann Director of Finance & Business Services

The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington 111 Erie Street North Leamington ON N8H 2Z9 519-326-5761 Ext. 1201

The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington Notice Dog Registration Enforcement By-law 668-06

Representatives of the Municipality of Leamington will attend door to door selling dog tags commencing April 20, 2015. The cost of a dog tag is $40.00 per dog which includes the late fee. Each Municipal Representative will be identified with a Municipality of Leamington identification name tag. Everyone who owns or keeps a dog within the Municipality of Leamington must register their dog by purchasing a dog tag. No one is allowed to own more than two dogs or keep more than two dogs on a property unless the property is licensed as an approved dog kennel. Anyone failing to comply with By-law 668-06 may receive a fine.

Information regarding Dog Registration including the Dog Tag Registration Form may be found on Leamington’s website www.leamington.ca

If you have not yet purchased dog tags, you may also purchase dog tags at the Municipal Office, 111 Erie Street North.

Kim

Phone: (519) 326-5761

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