Buffy Sainte-Marie, Garnet Rogers and Alex Cuba headline the stellar, musically diverse line-up at the 3rd annual Kingsville Folk Music Festival at Lakeside Park in Kingsville, Friday, August 12 through to Sunday, August 14. Award winner and beloved festival crowd pleaser Garnet Rogers headlines Friday evening, Polaris & multi-award winner Buffy Sainte-Marie headlines her only Ontario Solo show Saturday evening and Latin Grammy winner Alex Cuba ends the festival on a high note, main stage Sunday evening.
Diversity continues to shine on main stage and session stages with performances by Merit Award winner, Portuguese Fado performer Tony Gouveia, Alysha Brilla a Juno nominee Tanzanian – Canadian of the Indian diaspora, Juno winner Quique Escamilla, Iranian born power guitar player Maneli Jamal and young Kaia Kater, whose music has landed her in the spotlight on NPR and Rolling Stone magazine.
Classic award winning folk performers include Connie Kaldor, The Laws, Bill Bourne, Gordie Tentrees & Jaxon Haldane, alongside local favourites Dale Butler, Francine Leclair, Whoa Nellie and many more! Children will thrill to the magic and balloon artistry of Jangles the Magical Clown, the hilarity of Butterfingers and the silliness of Magoo. There will be more than 30 performers and over 100 performances throughout the weekend. Main Stage performances run evenings from 6 – 11 p.m. Performers interact on the popular session/workshop stages Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
The spotlight will also be turned on five finalists in the 1st annual Canada South Songwriters Contest, with the winner opening Main Stage on Saturday night and the MAY FUNd (Music and Arts for Youth) bursary awarded Sunday night to an area high school student to further their education in the arts.
Named Finalist as 2015 Ontario Tourism Awards “Tourism Event of the Year,” the ticketed outdoor festival is a celebration of all styles of folk music, boasting three daytime session stages, children’s stage and evening main stage.
Attendees will enjoy locally sourced, delectable and ethnic foods in the Mosaic food village, partake of award winning Pelee Island Wines and Lonsbery Farms Brewing Company craft brews, while delighting in fine arts and crafts from prominent artisans!
Full 2016 Lineup
Buffy Sainte-Marie, Alex Cuba, Tony Gouveia, Quique Escamilla, Irish Mythen, Garnet Rogers, Qristina and Quinn Bachand, Bill Bourne, The Boxcar Boys, Alysha Brilla, Jason Dennie and Rochelle Clark, Maneli Jamal, Connie Kaldor, Kaia Kater, The Laws, Rob Lutes, Danielle Miraglia, The O’Pears, Amanda Rheaume, Gordie Tentrees and Jaxon Haldane, Union Duke, Luther Wright, Dale Butler, Francine Leclair, Whoa Nellie! Tribute to Willie P. Bennett. Children’s Performers
Jangles The Magical Clown, Butterfingers, Magoo, Gloria White and Rebel Cowboy Music School Students.
The weekend runs rain or shine and is accessible, children 16 and under are free. Regular priced weekend – senior - student and single day passes are available. Gates open Friday 5 – 11 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online and at area ticket locations. Call 1-800-838-3006 or http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/2468401
Traditional Tent Attracts Many
It’s a sanctuary of sorts, in a peaceful setting on a beautiful piece of property that backs onto Two Creeks Conservation Area in Wheatley. There’s a group that gathers regularly and all played a hand in the construction of this teepee in Wheatley. Bonnie Reynolds, considered by many as an elder and storyteller, inside the teepee erected on her Wheatley property last year in honour of her huband’s (Billy Henderson) 75th birthday.
(SEE STORY ON PAGE 7)
Leamington residential property values have increased an average of 2.5 per cent per year since 2012
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) began mailing Property Assessment Notices on Monday, August 8 in Leamington, where assessed values of residential property values have increased on average 2.5 per cent per year since 2012, that’s a 10 per cent increase in four years.
Every four years MPAC conducts a province-wide Assessment Update and mails Property Assessment Notices to every property owner in Ontario. In 2016, MPAC will update the assessed values of every property in Ontario. All properties will have a legislated valuation date of January 1, 2016.
MPAC looks at sales and compares properties to similar properties that have sold in a particular area. “Our assessments reflect the local real estate market and property owners in Leamington may be interested to know the value of their home has increased over the last four years,” said Karen Russell, Director of Valuation and Customer Relations in MPAC’s London office. In Leamington, the typical residential property is assessed at approximately $173,000.
“Property owners should ask themselves if they could have sold their property for its assessed value on January 1, 2016. If the answer is yes, then their assessment is accurate and no further action is required. If not, we are committed to
working with them to get it right,” said Russell. Property owners can visit aboutmyproperty.ca to learn more about residential market trends in their area and how their property was assessed. By using the Roll Number and unique Access Key on their Property Assessment Notice, they can also see the information MPAC has on file for their property and compare it to others in their area. Property assessment information is provided to local municipalities for property tax purposes. MPAC’s property values and data are also used by banks, insurance companies and the real estate industry.
Meteor shower peaks this week
The
By Gary Boyle
Backyard Astronomer
One of the best meteor showers of the year will peak on the night of August 11-12. The Perseid meteor shower is the result of Earth ploughing through a cosmic cloud of debris from the passing of Comet Swift-Tuttle that last rounded the Sun in 1992.
In past showers we have seen 60 to 100 meteors per hour vaporizing high above us at 58 km/sec. But this year has a twist.
Every 12 years the planet Jupiter in its 11.86 year orbit affects the cloud of debris making it a bit denser. This last occurred in 2004 and this shower is the 12th year. Observers might see higher numbers of 100-200 meteors per hour or more. Best time to set out a lawnchair in the countryside or campground with a good horizon is after midnight local time on Friday morning August 12 when the pesky moon sets. The entire shower lasts from July 23 to August 20 with the peak Aug 11-12.
GECDSB to participate in pilot project
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) will be part of a pilot project, announced Aug. 8 by the Ministry of Education, to strengthen supports for students with special needs.
School boards in Cambridge, London and Sudbury regions have also been selected to offer a reading-intervention program over the next 3 years and participate in research to help all boards better understand the needs of students with learning disabilities so they can provide more effective programming for these students in their local communities. “We are very excited,” said Superintendent of Education for Special Education Lynn McLaughlin. “We will be able to expand the incredible work we have been doing to include more students and schools with the goal of early intervention.”
Director of Education, Erin Kelly stated, “As part of this pilot project we will be able to build greater capacity throughout our board to better serve students with learning disabilities,” said Erin Kelly, Director of Education.
A detailed plan for the pilot project is being developed and will be ready for the beginning of the upcoming school year.
Caldwell First Nation to host Pow Wow
By Bryan Jessop
A celebration of First Nations culture and heritage is making its way to the Leamington area.
The Rejuvenation of the Spirit Pow Wow will take place Friday, Aug. 12 and Saturday, Aug. 13 at 444 Bevel Line — on the recently-purchased Caldwell property at the corner of Bevel Line and Seacliff Drive. The two-day event will serve as a Caldwell repatriation ceremony and is open to all members of the public at $5 per adult and free to youths 12 and under and seniors 65 and older. Tickets will be sold on site during the days of the Pow Wow.
Rejuvenation of the Spirit will be the first Pow Wow in the Caldwell First Nation’s history, although it is expected that there will be others to follow. Participants in the dancing and drumming competitions are expected to make the trip from across Canada as well as locations in the United States, including nearby First Nation settlements such as Walpole Island and Oneida.
“They’re coming from all over,” said Caldwell First Nation office receptionist Tammy Jolicoeur. “It’s impossible to say exactly how many (competitors) will be here, but we’re hoping for at least 200 to 300.”
Vendors for both Friday and Saturday will also be coming from both near and far, originating from as far as Canada’s east coast. Competitors will register on the days of the and will be divided into various age categories for dancing and into a single all-ages category for drumming. The Pow Wow will feature several types of dances for both men and women including Grass, Traditional, Smoke, Fancy, Easter War/Woodland, Jingle and others. Additionally, the event will feature live singing performances, food vendors, arts and crafts and various contests.
Friday hours for the Pow Wow will be 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday. Parking will be available at South Point Community Church at 475 Bevel Line by donation. The SPCC will also be available for breaks and restroom purposes. Arrangements for use of the church were made between Pow Wow organizers Lonnie Dodge and his assistant Isabel Lewis and South Point pastor Dave Bretzlaff.
“He’s (Bretzlaff) been very generous to us,” Jolicoeur noted.
Parking will also be available at Bayview Cemetery at 435 Bevel Line on Aug. 12 only from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
“They’re coming from all over. It’s impossible to say exactly how many (competitors) will be here, but we’re hoping for at least 200 to 300.”
— Tammy Jolicoeur
Shuttle services will be provided by SwitzerCarty Transportation from the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex to the Pow Wow site continually from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday every 15 minutes. Leamington’s Comfort Inn has been designated as the official hotel for the event.
Dodge and Lewis — current and former Caldwell band council members respectively — have been planning the Pow Wow since late April of this year. The event will be
led by master of ceremonies Jason Goodstriker, making the trip from Alberta. For the ceremonial parts of the Pow Wow where photography is not permitted, Goodstriker will announce through the loudspeaker system that cameras are not to be used.
Did video really kill the radio star?
People born in the golden age of radio will remember all of the radio serials and shows that were on once a night or once a week.
TV shows like the Lone Ranger and The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet both got their start in radio.
I was born in an era where everything was pretty much television, although my older siblings may remember certain radio shows.
which eventually morphed into CHYR.
MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings
I imagine the family sitting around the radio, waiting for the shows to start, and reciting lines like, “Only the Shadow knows,” and “Just the facts ma’am”.
Hockey broadcasts were certainly different, as Foster Hewitt described the game better than anyone from his spot in the gondola at Maple Leaf Gardens.
I often wondered why it was on 710 AM in the daytime and switched over to 730 AM at night. I’m still not sure of the reason, but I’m certain that Paul Bunnett-Jones, who later spent many years as a CHYR disc jockey, can fill me in.
“Hello Canada and hockey fans in the United States and Newfoundland,” he’d say at the start of each broadcast. It’s funny to hear that today, but he greeted Newfoundland separately because it was a separate Dominion at that time.
Boy, it was a simpler time then.
The year the Leamington Flyers won the OHA Junior C title in 1972, I remember seeing CHEER on the back of the number 7 jersey, which at that time was worn by Brian Plumb. It took me a while to realize that it wasn’t just ‘Plumber’ wanting everyone to cheer for him, it was actually a jersey sponsorship by the radio station, which was relatively new in those days.
They actually had to visualize what was happening and the acting was so good that you could close your eyes and almost see the characters.
A far cry from watching YouTube videos, isn’t it?
For me growing up, radio was a big part of my life too.
My parents alternated between CKLW and CHYR, both powerhouse AM stations in this area.
As a kid I had a baseball coach named Mark who was an on-air personality at CHYR and I can’t remember his last name (or his on-air name) for the life of me. Hockey teammate Tom Horney’s dad, Tom Sr., was also an on-air personality at CHYR when we were kids and I think he went by the name ‘Tom Charles’.
Of course, Lou Tomasi and John Garton started it all, and later the aforementioned Chuck Reynolds was a mainstay on the station, along with Vic Lehan, who went by ‘Pete Summers’ on the air.
I remember listening to Byron MacGregor on ‘The Big Eight’, CKLW and his big booming voice reciting ‘The Americans’, which started out as a public service announcement and blossomed into a gold record, eventually hitting number 4 on the Billboard charts.
His wife Jo-Jo was in the helicopter, advising us on traffic on both sides of the border. The newscasts were memorable. I can still hear the clacking of the teletype in the background of the 20/20 news.
A lot of my friends and contemporaries interned at the station and found good jobs in the field and also helped them get great placements in other fields. Guys like Tony DeSantis, Tony Gossmann, Herwig Gayer and R.D. Branton all spent time in that station. My old band-mate David Wood was also part of that group. Gossmann now has his own station that I listen to occasionally, called Radio 42 North.
Tom Shannon and Charlie O’Brien spun the hits of the day, which were virtually created by Leamington native Rosalie Trombley.
Meanwhile, in Leamington, the little station that could, took over the airwaves in our house as the music became more contemporary. CJSP changed its call sign to CHIR,
As I grew into my teenage years and started driving, my tastes moved over to the FM side where WRIF was a big part of my days and nights.
But those early years of listening to the AM hits of the day were key to my love for music and I still have a set of CDs in my car that are testament to those timeless songs.
1967 Mustang GTA convertible
bought from the man who bought it new
Twenty-two years ago, Louie King of Leamington visited his cousin in California to look for a classic car he would like to buy. He found a 1967 Mustang GTA convertible bought new by a military doctor for his wife. After she died, he gave the car to his granddaughter, who did not take proper care of it so Grandpa took it back and later sold it to Louie, who had the pleasure of driving it all the way from Vista, California, back to Leamington.
This Mustang had a 289 cubic inch V8 when new. Louie replaced it with a 302 cubic inch Mustang V8 but took care to keep the engine compartment looking as original as possible. The 302 came out of an ’86 Mustang, the last year for carburetors before the switch to fuel injection in 1987. Also, the ’86 engine had a serpentine belt driving the various accessories at the front of the engine but Louie has replaced this belt with belts consistent with the 289 engine when new.
The GTA designation on Louie’s Mustang indicates the GT option with automatic transmission. The GT package included such goodies as front disc brakes, full dash instrumentation (including tachometer), and special GT badges mounted on the car.
The odometer now reads just over 126,000 miles (not kilometers) and yet the car looks just like new, living proof that a car can always look new if given proper care. An interesting option on Louie’s Mustang is factory air, a rare option on a convertible in Canada in 1967 but quite common in sun-drenched California.
And speaking of convertibles, Louie was driving one when I first met him in 1957 (was that really 59 years
ago?) when he was a body man at Ray A. Young’s PontiacBuick dealership at 9 Mill St. East in Leamington and I was working there for the summer washing cars on their used car lot. Louie at that time was driving a gleaming black 1953 Olds 88 convertible with wide whitewalls and Oldsmobile’s legendary Rocket V8 under the hood. Louie later opened Louie’s Collision at 153 Oak Street West, and I’m glad he did because he performed excellent work on the right front fender of my 1947 Mercury 114 convertible. Louie’s son Mike now runs the business, giving Louie and his wife Joyce more time to enjoy their spectacular ’67 Mustang GTA convertible.
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 this column receives a free autographed copy of my latest car book, “Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to 1965.”
Louie King with his ’67 Mustang GTA convertible at Knights of Columbus Car Show in Leamington, Saturday, June 25.
Nominations open for Chamber Business Excellence Awards
Every year the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce, residents, employees and business owners join together to honour and celebrate business excellence. These awards publicly recognize outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in business and a passion for the community. These prestigious annual awards will be presented on October 12, 2016 at the Leamington Portuguese Club. Deadline for nominations is 4 p.m. on Tuesday September 7, 2016. Nominations should be submitted to the Awards Committee at the Chamber office, 318 Erie St. S., Leamington, or Box 321, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W3 or wendyp@leamingtonchamber.com
Following is a list of the awards: Alf Bennie Award; Customer First; Warm Welcome; Invest in a World Class Workforce; Savour South Essex; Youth Excellence; Welcoming Accessibility; Small Business Excellence; Innovation; Industrial/Manufacturing Excellence; Excellence in Food Service; Positive Professionals. Eligibility
• Recipient does not have to be a member of the LDCC.
• Must have conducted business operations for the past 12 consecutive months.
• A company may only be selected as a finalist in one category per year.
• A business or individual is ineligible to win the same award category more than once in 3 years.
• All nominations are accepted at the discretion of the Board of Directors and judged by an independent panel.
• Three finalists will be selected per category.
• An award may not be issued for every category each year depending on applications received.
• A nominee may be issued an award for a category other than the one for which they were nominated.
Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House SW Ontario
Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario benefited from a Charity Fundraiser Night held at Chances Gaming Lounge in Leamington. Organizer Mercedes DaParteira sold tickets for an evening of gaming and raised $855 for her charity. Representatives from Ronald McDonald House Southwestern Ontario, Kelly Kaczmarski (left) and Mercedes DaParteira (right) accepted the night’s proceeds of $855. (Submitted photo)
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
It may take a little extra effort to solve a particularly puzzling problem this week, Aries. It’s not an insurmountable obstacle, just one that takes patience.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, all of your efforts thus far in relation to personal challenges have been well worth the sacrifices you have made. Keep doing what you are doing.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, you cannot control the actions of others all of the time, but you can change the way you react to certain situations. Take time to develop a response.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, you will have to adapt when your schedule gets turned upside down. Let others see how capable you are by modifying the situation as needed.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, an unconventional approach to a problem may see things fall into place. While others are following one path, you’ll be marching to the beat of a different drummer.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, it’s time to get your head out of the clouds for a little bit.
Focus on the priorities in your life, which may include family and work responsibilities.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Friends may prove a distraction this week, Libra. It will take a lot of energy to focus on what you need to accomplish rather than getting sucked into other plans.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, adjusting to a changing situation at work will require some patience and trial and error. Keep your head down because you will grow comfortable before you know it.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Drama seems to find you this week, Sagittarius. But you can handle whatever comes your way. Remove yourself from gossip and keep a low profile until things seem to dissipate.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, resist the temptation to dive in when you sense a potential conflict brewing. It may be difficult to stay out of the fray, but you will ultimately be glad you did.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, you need to be more assertive at work, especially if you want to receive the acclaim you feel you deserve. Be confident in your abilities.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, it may take some time for things to develop, but plans will start to go your way. This could be a week of big change.
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JC Chasez, Singer (40)
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Anna Kendrick, Actress (32)
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Betsey Johnson, Designer (74)
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Chris Hemsworth, Actor (33)
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Maggie Lawson, Actress (36)
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Johnny Gaudreau, Athlete (23)
Couple shares place of meditation and healing
By Pat Bailey
It’s a sanctuary of sorts, in a peaceful setting on a beautiful piece of property that backs onto Two Creeks Conservation Area in Wheatley.
For many, it’s a place of meditation and healing, like Debbie Moskal and her husband Walter.
For Debbie, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, it’s a place to sit and meditate, and pray for healing.
She said it has definitely helped her deal with the hand she has been dealt.
For Walter, who is not only dealing with the cancer diagnosis of his wife, but with the recent loss of his father, it gives him a peaceful place to go, one that gives him a sense of peace and the strength to handle his recent loss, while helping his wife along her healing journey.
This sacred place is “Bill’s Polar Bear Sweat Lodge”, a tipi (teepee) constructed on the property of Bonnie Reynolds and Bill Henderson, in honor of Bill’s 75th birthday last year.
The couple, who both celebrate their aboriginal heritage, said the construction of teepee was a result of the generosity of the community, so they choose to share this beautiful piece of their ancestry with those who made its construction possible.
Bonnie said it was Ruth
Owens, an integral player in the success of The Bank Theatre, who got the ball rolling on this project.
“Ruth asked me what they could do for Bill’s 75th birthday,” said Bonnie, “and I thought, well at 75 he has everything — except a teepee.”
Never one to shy away from a challenge, Ruth came up with the $2,500 necessary to get the project going.
Bonnie said it wasn’t easy. In addition to the canvas covering, it also called for 15 poles, each with its own special meaning, that had to be peeled. Once again, she said, community members stepped forward to debark these poles, which wasn’t an easy task.
She said the poles represent obedience, respect, humility, happiness, love, faith, kinship, cleanliness, thankfulness, sharing, strength, good child rearing, hope, ultimate protection, and control flaps.
The door to the teepee may be small, but it is always open.
Bonnie and Billy may be relative newcomers to the area, having moved to Wheatley from out west only five years ago, but they have become a huge part of the community with their open door policy.
“We can hold really great healing ceremonies here,” said Bonnie, “and you can walk in here and feel
the spirits — it’s a special place.”
Considered an elder and storyteller by the dozens of friends who gather regularly for drumming circles, or even those who just stop by wishing for a little private time to say special prayers for themselves or a friend or family member struggling, Bonnie believes wholeheartedly that strong spiritual connections are made inside the teepee.
Also known as Bill’s Polar Bear Sweat Lodge, Bonnie said this sacred structure is a good place to begin a journey of healing.
Debbie agrees. She said it has certainly helped her come to terms with her diagnosis and prepare for the battle ahead.
“I always feel at peace when I leave,” she said.
Darlene Ruth, a hospice volunteer who hasn’t known Bonnie long and is not aboriginal, said something just happens when you enter the sacred teepee. “I just felt a spiritual connection,” she said.
For Bonnie, the celebration of her heritage and sharing her spirituality is part of her daily life.
Whether she’s conducting smudge ceremonies, making aboriginal crafts, entertaining visitors with her stories or volunteering her time, Bonnie is always willing to share her sanctuary for the prayers and healing of others.
Above - This group gathers regularly and all played a hand in the construction of this teepee in Wheatley. They include, back row: Walter Moskal, Al Marentette, Robert Francis, Maurice Rossignol, Danny Dumont, Ruth Owens and Alex McCaig. Front row: Nicolette Marion, Debbie Moskal, Bonnie Reynolds, Sandra Morley, Billy Henderson, Darlene Ruth and Marie Marion.
Left - Bonnie Reynolds, considered by many as an elder and storyteller, shows off her healing garden.
13th annual Wheatley Idol
It may have been pouring rain at Two Creeks Conservation Area but that didn’t put a damper on the 13th Annual Wheatley Idol competition on stage Sunday afternoon, July 31. Contestants from throughout Southwestern Ontario took the stage to showcase their amazing talents. In addition to competing for awards and cash prizes, the overall winner also earned time in a recording studio.
Taking top honours as overall top winner of Wheatley Idol was 12-year-old Emma Wright of Meaford. Tara Omstead of Kingsville was runner-up.
The winner in the youngest category, 6-9 years old, was Malia Afonso. The runner-up was Michaela Pourteous.
Competition in the 10-12 year old category was fierce, with Emma Wright taking top honours. Hayley Doucet won second and Hannah Ribble won third.
Corinne Jackson (3rd) Erika Banks (1st) ad Madison Galloway (2nd) took home the prizes in the 13-16 year old category.
The eldest group on stage, 17-30, featured soloists as well as a group. Taking home the prizes were Keira Shepherd (3rd), Tara Omstead (1st) and Templin Gardens (2nd) featuring Madison Galloway, Matt Cloutier and Khalel Mohammed.
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Age 17-30 division winners, left to right: Keira Shepherd, Tara Omstead and Templin Gardens featuring Madison Galloway, Matt Cloutier and Khalel Mohammed.
From left to right, Wheatley Idol overall winner Emma Wright, emcee Corey Robertson, runner-up Tara Omstead.
Winners in the 10-12 year old, left to right, were Hannah Ribble (3rd) and Hayley Doucet (2nd) with Emma Wright who took top honours.
Wheatley Idol
Above - From left to right, age 13-16 category winners: Corinne Jackson (3rd), Erika Banks (1st) and Madison Galloway. Left - Malia Afonso was the winner in the 6-9 year old division. Runner-up Michaela Pourteous is absent from photo.
Auction of Painting to Benefit
John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area
Throughout the summer months, a very special piece of art is on display at the Leamington Arts Centre (LAC) - a 24” x 30” oil painting of the historic John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area created by local artist Don Waffle.
At Mr. Waffle’s request, this piece will be auctioned off, via a silent auction, with the proceeds directed to the Essex Region Conservation Foundation to support the ongoing efforts to preserve and maintain the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area, managed by the Essex Region Conservation
Authority (ERCA).
“I see the auction of this painting as a ‘golden opportunity’ to the many supporters, friends and acquaintances of the Homestead to make a significant contribution toward preserving its future,” said Waffle. “In return, the successful bidder will receive this painting that captures a moment in glorious fall colour at the Homestead and would be a beautiful addition on any wall.”
‘Fall Season at the John R. Park Homestead’ marks
Waffle’s first public offering from his extensive collection of his own paintings, landscapes, portraits and sketches. It can be viewed, and silent auction bids will be accepted, at the LAC located at 72 Talbot Street West in Leamington, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Tuesday to Friday) and noon to 4:00 p.m. (Saturdays), until Wednesday, August 31, 2016. The starting bid on ‘Fall Season at the John R. Park Homestead’ is $2,000.
Information revealed on wedding certificate
By Bryan Jessop
The mystery of a marriage certificate has had some light shed upon it since its discovery in the basement storage room of what was until recently the Leamington Royal Canadian Legion.
Bob McKee, the president of Legion Branch 84 up until its charter was surrendered late last month, is currently in possession of a 101-year-old marriage document he found while artifacts were being cleared from the Erie Street North building. McKee is hoping that a relative from the groom or bride will step forward to take ownership of the unique discovery. Until recently, nothing was known about the couple excluding information written and printed on the century-old document.
Local history buffs have done in-depth research on ancestry and government online resources to reveal the names behind the first and middle initials of the Wednesday, Apr. 21, 1915 newlyweds. Karyn Mannell and Bette Peacock discovered that the full identity of the bride — penned on the certificate as A.J. Ford — is Agnes Isabella Ford while the groom’s initials C.E. stand for Corydon Elliott Cowan.
“Hopefully, the new information will make someone realize that they’re related to the bride or groom.”
— Bette Peacock
Although online copies of documentation proved difficult to decipher in some places, it was discovered that Ford was born Oct. 15, 1894 to parents William Ford and Katherine “Kate” Brown (nee), residents of Tilbury West Township — an amalgamated region of what is now Lakeshore that includes Comber and Staples. Cowan was the son of D.D. Cowan and Mary Anne McMullen (nee) of Mersea Township. Files from the 1921 census for the region revealed that Mary Anne was 78 years of age at that time and that her son Corydon was 38 years old as of his wedding date six years earlier. Agnes was 20 when the two were married in Leamington by a Methodist minister by the name of S. Salton. Corydon, born in 1877, was a farmer in Mersea Township at the time of the wedding.
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Neither Mannell or Peacock are descendants of Cowan or Ford, but both were curious to see if more information could be found on the local couple.
“I’ve always been interested in genealogy,” said Mannell, who specifically sought out government documentation linked to ancestry websites from where Ford’s and Cowan’s identities could be further traced. “I was really curious to see if there was more information out there.”
“Hopefully, the new information will make someone realize that they’re related to the bride or groom,” said Peacock, who noted that anyone can have Ontario government files on a family member brought up at their local library, which can in turn print out a copy for their own keeping. “It’d
be nice to see it (the marriage certificate) in the home of a relative.”
Peacock noted that information on the date of death of an ancestor can be difficult or impossible to find, as years ago, there was a fee some families could not afford to have a death registered.
Anyone who is related to Corydon Elliott Cowan or Agnes Isabella Ford and wishes to take possession of the certificate can contact The Southpoint Sun at 519-398-9098 or bryan@southpointsun.ca to be put in touch with McKee.
A marriage certificate dated Apr. 21, 1915 was one of the items discovered while the basement storage area of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 84 was being cleared out following its official closing on Sunday, July 24. Since it’s discovery, the full names of the bride and groom have been identified as Agnes Isabella Ford and Corydon Elliott Cowan. (Sun file photo)
OBITUARY
Edsal Hillier
Edsal Hillier, 85 years, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Carlingview Manor, Ottawa. Beloved husband for 62 years to the late Elaine Hiller (2014).
Loving father of Cathy Ruston, Calgary, Alberta; Curtis and wife Christine, Stittsville, Ontario; Glen and wife Mavis, Spring Grove, Illinois. Adored grandfather of the late Daryl, Dean (Geri), Amber (Edwin), Jennifer (Robert), Tamara, Sean, Lauren and Beth, and proud great-grandfather of Adam, Mary, Arabella, Ewan, Kassandra and Aleshya. Dear brother of late Alvin Hillier and sister Myrna Gingras. Dear brother-in-law of Mary Simpson and Doris Hillier, and the late Douglas and Stanley Simpson. Remembered by his many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visiting is at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Friday, August 12 from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral Service to celebrate Edsal’s life will be held from the funeral home on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 11 a.m. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
James Herbert Martin
James “Herb” Herbert Martin passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at 64 years of age.
Companion of Muriel Walters. Beloved father of Brandy (Mike McClellan) Martin, Dan Martin, and loving Papa of Travis. Dear son of Eleanor (Stevenson) and reunited with his father Gilbert, brother Paul Martin and brother-in-law Dennis Ouellette. Dearest brother of Wayne (Bonnie), Diane Martin, Bob (Debbie), Judy (Pat) Impens and Jerry (Sandy). Herb will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, dear friends Melody (Mike) Kemp, Shawn (Marta) Galipeau and their families.
If you so desire, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association or Ontario Heart & Stroke would be appreciated by the family.
At Herb’s request, cremation services were held and entrusted to the Cremation Society of Windsor & Essex County (519-969-5449), 3260 Dougall Ave.
Online condolences at www.cremationsociety.ca
OBITUARY
Laura Del Bel
Laura Del Bel, age 56, Monday, August 1, 2016.
Beloved wife of Leo for 32 years. Loving mother of Nicole and Stephanie. Cherished daughter of the late Olga and Stefan Martschenko. Dear sister of Vally (Donald) Wickens, Linda Martschenko, Vera (Robert) McKellar, Stefan Martschenko, and the late Johnny Martschenko.
A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Thayer-Rock Funeral Home in Farmington, Michigan.
Memorial contributions to Dream Centers of Michigan appreciated. www.thayer-rock.com
Legion News
Br. 324 Wheatley
By Jan Watson
Fourteen players shot Fun Darts on July 28. Arnold Seili and Debbie Ouellette tied with Rosemary Duquette and Mary Robinson with 5 wins each. Debbie and Mary were also the only ladies to double out. Julie Reid, Debbie Seili and Jim McClellan won 4 games followed by Velma Hope, Garry Hope and Richard Howe with 3 wins. And, tied with 2 wins each, were Courtney Reid and Gord Crook – Winnie Simpson and Joe Pinch.
Join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.
There were 3 two-time winners at the Meat Draws on July 30 that were run by Turk Dibbley – Julie Reid, Donna Corlett and Jim McClellan. Other winners were Linda Niehus, Curtis Brown, Dwayne Simpson, Murray Loop and Kim McNeely. A Wheatley native, visiting during the weekend, Allan Haskell won the 50/50 draw.
Meat Draws are held Saturday afternoons starting at 3 p.m. with the draws running until 5 p.m. Coming up… Fish Fry on Saturday August 27.
OBITUARY
Gerald Scratch
Gerald William Scratch, 69 years, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 5, 2016 with his loving family by his side, following a lengthy illness. Beloved husband of the late Maxine (Simpson).
Dear father of Terry and his wife Vicki, Paul and his wife Trisha, and Gerry (Pisser) and his wife Lisa. Cherished Grampa of Ty, Devin, Stephanie, Owen, Jessey and Jake. Predeceased by his parents Elmer and Dorothy Scratch. Son-in-law of Joy and the late Charlie Simpson.
Gerald will be lovingly remembered by the Simpson family. Special friend of Sharon Mills and all of her family.
Visiting was at Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741) on Sunday, August 7, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Liz Chaplin officiating. Cremation. Interment Erie Cemetery, Wheatley.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations made by cheque to the Lung Association. www.hammondfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
Stanley Carl Nicholson
Stanley Carl Nicholson passed away suddenly, 91 years, on July 15, 2016 in Cocoa Beach, Florida, with his wife Claire present.
Born and with an active life in Amherstburg and surrounding area, he is survived by his beloved four children, four grandchildren, and beautiful Sophia, greatgranddaughter. Kathleen and Gregg Moore, Toronto; Stanley Kim Nicholson, formerly of Vancouver, now of Windsor; Dr. Patricia Wesley DC and her children Amanda and John Farr, Scott Taylor, Sarah Taylor and Sophia, Florida. Also survived by youngest and beloved son Carl Phillip Scott and Linda (Geir) Nicholson, children A.J, Katie, Florida; and Mamie Patricia Roadhouse Nicholson of Leamington, mother of his children.
Our father was a charter member of the Kinsmen Club (Amherstburg), a member of R.L.D.S. Church, active in Wesley United Church (Amherstburg), and GessTwood Camp. He was a former member of Kingsville Golf & Country Club, Essex Golf & Country Club, and hockey was another passion. He was volunteer or sponsor of many community projects.
Stan was predeceased by his parents Carl and Carmen Nicholson (Anderdon), his siblings and spouses Ida and Glen Trimble (Amherstburg), Francis and Margaret Nicholson (Chatham), Shirley Nicholson (Blenheim), Doris and Ivan Jones (Windsor). Survived by brothers and sister Harvey Nicholson (Chatham), Clarence and Betty Nicholson (Chatham), Lyn and Paul Shaw (Independence, Missouri), and many beloved nieces and nephews. The Duby (Ralph) and Paisley nieces and nephews were a huge part of the country life at family owned Sunny Acres Turkey Farms and Holiday Beach (before conservation).
He did not say farewell, He did not say ‘so long’, There were no good-byes,
Only Stan and God knows why.
Cremains in Florida.
Accomplished Peterborough musician returns to hometown to give benefit concert
A tale of two cousins
By Barbara Martens
Curtis Driedger is coming to play in his hometown at The Bank Theatre. That would certainly not be happening but for the fact that his first cousin, Gord Willms, has been a passionate Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre (SPPCT ) member for as far back as I can remember. Decades back, in
PELEE PAST QUESTERS MEET
Thursday, August 18 at Peter's Restaurant, 161 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Following lunch and the meeting is a tour at the Mennonite Museum and a lecture on the community's history. Call Jackie King at 519-326-1361 to reserve a seat. Pelee Past Questers is an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration or artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks & education.
FREE MUSIC MONDAYS at the Marina, Monday evenings until September 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., with Musical Mates Brad and Lynn Bailey and other musicians on some evenings. Bring lawnchairs and insect repellant, sit, relax and sing along to a variety of secular and gospel music. Info: 519-3264825.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR
CLINIC at Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, September 7, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New Donors and Walk Ins
Welcome! To book an appointment, please contact us at 1-888236-6283 / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App
INTRODUCTION TO LAWN
BOWLING at Leamington Lawn Bowling Club. Free instruction and play on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Next to the United Church at 7 John St, behind Masonic Temple. Parking lot entrance is just off Erie on Clark St., across from Police and Fire stations. Info: Jackie 519-3261361.
SUMMER CONCERT WITH DALE BUTLER AND FRIENDS at St.
fact. By progression, Gord has been deeply involved in The Bank Theatre (TBT), the “in-progress” new home of SPPCT. Gord had a dream he shared with me three years ago: to have his talented cousin Curtis perform on TBT stage. That dream is about to come true. Now, I remember hearing Gord sing when he was a teenager and my dream has been to hear Gord sing on TBT stage. Both of our dreams are about to become reality. Gord will join his cousin Curtis for part of the concert.
I am not a native of Leamington, having “married into the community”. So I was absolutely intrigued and delighted by the narrative that came in response to questions I asked Curtis. Gord, who was cc’d, twigged into one parallel after another between their two lives, which he shared. What we have as a result is a “tale of two cousins” that I can’t help but want to share with all of you who might be attending this concert. You may, in fact, recognize yourself as a small part of that narrative. As fascinating as all of this is, however, what remains as the bottom line is that we have a very talented, creative and unique musician and songwriter who will be performing with all proceeds going to renovating TBT.
So now, put your feet up and immerse yourselves in their stories. Curtis’s comes first. (It might help to know that Curtis Driedger grew up in the Mennonite community.)
Curtis Driedger’s Story: “I was very interested in music from an early age, making up songs in German before realizing that most people around me were speaking English. I sang with enthusiasm until reaching school, when it become suddenly evident that boys (at least the manly ones) didn’t sing. To make matters worse, I was enrolled in piano lessons at age seven, an instrument that, again, was plainly only for girls.
’ s Hot Spot
Andrew's United Church, Sunday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m., 4625 Main St., Comber. Freewill offering. Refreshments to follow in church hall.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEED FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
WINDSOR-ESSEX from the Leamington and Kingsville area. If you believe that you can make a difference in a child’s life and can commit to a minimum of one year, for a few hours a week, check out the website and online orientation a t www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
WINDSOR-ESSEX ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS from the Leamington area to volunteer in a group mentoring setting called On Track to Success which takes place from September to June. Info at www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca/ or call 519-945-5232 ext. 23 to speak with Rose Culmone, Director of Programs.
CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE VILLAGE (CTMHV) ON THE ARNER TOWN LINE IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS to help with kids programs such as 'Pioneer for a Day', special events, shows, meetings, or in the museum, log cabins and period buildings, etc. If you have a few hours to spare and would like to help out, contact Judy Anderson, Education and Volunteer Coordinator at CTMHV, 519-776-6909 or email education@ctmhv.com
MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-IN, 1st and last Monday of the month only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers,
refreshments, games, exercise. It's free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome.
ARE YOU AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE'S DRINKING? The Wheatley Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club (north entrance), 171 Erie St. N.
DO YOU ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND MEETING PEOPLE? South Essex Community Council in Leamington is currently looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels Delivery. If you are interested in volunteering during the morning for about 1 hour per week or as a back-up volunteer, please call Noreen or Susan at SECC - 519326-8629 ext.381. www.secc.on.ca.
PREGNANCY & RESOURCE CENTRE, 33 Princes St. (Princess Centre) Suite 408, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-3260612. Business calls: 519-3263821.
WEDNESDAYS - Are you looking for food and fellowship? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 for more information.
IF YOU HAVE PARKINSON’S and would like to join our group for information, exercise and support, come by Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to the
“Despite completing the eighth grade in piano, my longing was for the guitar. This was not only due to the Beatles, but also here in our own community, the Vultures (Art Froese, Harvey Konrad, Edgar Warkentin). This led to the acquisition of my first acoustic guitar, a Christmas present when I was 12. My first electric
guitar followed at age 14.
“In Grade 9 at UMEI I formed band #1, called “Slippery When Wet”. Our repertoire consisted of songs heard on CJSP and CKLW, that we figured out ourselves. By Grade 11, the interest shifted to more acoustic music, which is when I picked up a tenor banjo. Mandolin was to follow, and by Grade 13, the fiddle. Meanwhile I had gone back to playing the piano, but very differently – all by ear, rock ‘n’ roll and blues.
“Grade 13 was actually kind of a fallow year, but the following year I attended Canadian Mennonite Bible College, where, as well as singing in topnotch choirs and taking voice lessons (to no apparent avail...), I teamed up with other young Winnipeggers in playing all kinds of folk music, on campus and off. That was a very valuable year.
BANK THEATRE NOTES
10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434 LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805
AUDITION CALL FOR "LEND ME A TENOR"
SEPTEMBER 7 & 8 • 7:00 - 9:00 PM Details to follow.
SEPTEMBER 10 • 7:30 PM
BENEFIT CONCERT PRESENTED BY CURTIS DREIDGER
Accomplished Ontario musician and choir master, Curtis Dreidger, will be performing a benefit concert for The Bank Theatre, entitled "My Puny Life". Primarily a piano concert he will also be performing on mandolin, guitar and violin. All proceeds go to The Bank Theatre. Tickets are $15 and available at Wharram's Jewellery, Thomson Guardian Pharmacy and Counter Effects or online at brownpapertickets.com
ON GOLDEN POND
SEPTEMBER 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25
Under the direction of Joel Lewsaw, the Sun Parlour Players present this wonderful classic play. Further details and ticket information to follow.
Upcoming events include Allison Brown in concert, October 14, followed by the comical musical production of "The Addams Family" October 20 - 23. Ticket info to follow.
“Taking a year off to work and travel, it was again kind of a fallow time. In the fall of ‘74 I moved to Peterborough, ostensibly to attend Trent University but mainly to really get immersed in a freeform musical lifestyle, with all that it entailed. A band did result from this sojourn, called “Back Porch Delivery”, which was bluegrass and jugband and ragtime. An album was recorded (not released until 2001).
“I remained in Peterborough until the spring of ‘76,
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Curtis Driedger will be returning to his hometown of Leamington where he will perform in a benefit concert on September 10 for The Bank Theatre.
(Continued from page 12) nighters all across Ontario as well as Quebec and the Maritimes, I lasted two and a half years. Thoroughly burned out, and now with a Toronto address, I became a landscape labourer, which suited me very well.
“I was fortunate in that my employer, Neil Turnbull, was a huge music fan and was very encouraging of my musical efforts, as well as teaching me all about plantsmanship and gardening. A true mentor and patron in every sense of the word. In ‘79 I formed my best band ever, the CeeDees, a rock and roll band, which performed my original songs. This lasted for 10 years.
“It was during this time that my music creating led to involvement in theatre and dance productions, which has carried over to the present. I also played for left wing political functions.
“In 1989 my wife Barbara and I moved back to the Peterborough area, to a rural property where we set out to create our utopia. I got back into music slowly, hooking up with various musicians in the area. Particularly big at this time was Celtic music, which connected me back to the earlier interests of old time music in general.
“We need to fast forward here. After moving into town in ‘98, I started giving violin lessons, then branching out to other instruments, this all via word of mouth. In 2003 I formed the Mandolin Society of Peterborough, which is (at present) an 18-piece orchestra. Also around this time I began to develop a repertoire suitable for performing in retirement homes, of which there are quite a number in our area. This has proven rewarding on a number of levels, not the least of which is the opportunity to explore more old music. In 2011, at someone’s suggestion, I started a choir, which has become the Peterborough Zippity Doo Dah Community Soul Chorus, which finished this past season at 80 members. To me, this is an absolutely astounding development.
“I continue to garden professionally as well, and between that and “my puny life in music” I can’t imagine a better existence.”
Gord Willms’ Story: “I am 5 years younger than Curt, and when we were younger, that’s a big difference. The difference between 13 and 8 years old is much greater than the difference between 63 and 58 years old! When Curt was getting ready to leave Leamington after Grade 13, I was just getting ready to start high school. We did see and hear of each other’s doings through fam-
ily and community events, but our circles of friends were actually years apart. “HOWEVER! The influence and similarities between the two of us is quite the opposite. It turns out that we both began piano lessons at age 7, and from the same piano teacher, Gail Kovachich. I didn’t realize until she passed away a couple years ago that she was the same age as my mother. She lived just down the street that I grew up on, at 6 Lorne Ave. I believe. I still remember my first piano lesson, which was of course 5 years after Curt’s first lesson. I proudly pronounced to Mrs. Kovachich that “I want
to play piano like my cousin Curt!” To which she calmly replied, “Well, Gord, you’ve got a lot of practicing to do.”
Curt was probably almost at Grade 8 piano already, and I eventually made it to Grade 5 piano. We both put piano on the back burner for the same reason – the guitar.
“Curt and I were both influenced early on by the Beatles. Curt’s family didn’t have a TV yet, but ours did.
On Sunday, February 9, 1964 at 8 p.m., my mother came into my bedroom and dragged me into the living room. She pointed at the TV and said, “Look Gordie, it’s the Beatles!” I was only 6 years old, so I couldn’t really
understand what all the excitement was about, but I’ve thanked my mother many times in the past 52 years for doing that.
“Curt got his first acoustic guitar as a Christmas present when he was 12 years old, and I got mine as a birthday present when I was 12 years old. As told in the story of “The Red Guitar” (which you will hear Gord tell himself, at the concert ) Curt’s first electric guitar also became my first electric guitar.
“Also from ‘The Red Guitar’, we were at U.M.E.I. one day for some event, and up on the stage was Curt and his band. That particular day was my coming of age
in music. The sound (and I know now the feel) of that music changed me forever. I pulled on my dad’s shirt tail and said, “I want to do THAT!” And on my next birthday it all began.
“Shortly after I began playing guitar, I quit taking piano lessons. I’m sure it was the same for Curt, although perhaps not immediately, but as soon as I didn’t HAVE to play piano anymore, I began to play it more than ever. But now it was a different style of music, and it was all done by ear. So even though I didn’t realize it at the time, I play piano because Curt did, and I play guitar because Curt did. The
very guitar I had pointed at with my dad, eventually became MY first electric guitar. Next year that very guitar will be 50 years old, and the fact that it and the two of us will be on the stage together (for the first time ever!) is nothing short of astounding. Curt has asked me to tell the story of “The Red Guitar” on September 10th, and it will be a privilege.”
Curtis Driedger performs at The Bank Theatre, 10 Erie St. S., on Saturday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Thompson Guardian Pharmacy, Wharram’s Jewellery, Counter Effects and online at brownpapertickets.com
Right to negotiate
Letter to the Editor
It is gratifying to see our Conservative MPPs defending the right of processing vegetable producers to collectively negotiate the price of their commodities with the companies. Farmers deserve a fair price for what they produce. To dismantle the present system is to see farmers pitted against each other and the beginning of a race to the bottom. Every one in the community has a stake in seeing the present system retained.
Of course, the farmers and the MPPs supporting them would agree that the workers in the fields should have the same right to negotiate their wages and benefits.
– Rick Taves, Wheatley
Smoked Fish Contest attracts 12 entries
The judges at the Wheatley Fish Festival’s Smoked Fish Contest had a very difficult time selecting a winner from the 12 entries this year. The contest was held Friday, July 29 at Wheatley Legion. Judges were Dave Van Kesteren (MP Chatham-Kent Leamington), Rick Nicholls (MPP Chatham-Kent Essex) and Rob Adamson (Sun Parlour Shrine Club president).
Winning first place, as well as People’s Choice, was Willy Maydan of Leamington. This was Willy’s inaugural entry in smoked fish competition. Second place was won by Dave “Catman” Moore, and third place went to Terry Lauzon, both of Wheatley. All three entered rainbow trout in the contest.
The family of the late Leta Knutson would like to thank the nurses and doctors at Leamington Hospital, everyone who sent flowers & cards, and made charitable donations, Hammond Funeral Home, the ladies at the Wheatley United Church for the lovely luncheon and to Rev. Stephen Jones for his kind words. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered.
Paul, Cheryl & Family, Mark Rawlins The Open House for Henry Epp on Sunday, August 14, has been cancelled. Henry will celebrate privately with his family.
And
~ Married August 12, 1951 ~ Love, Your Family
Happy Harry & Louise Block
Wheatley Fish Festival committee members Sue Adamson (far left) and Cathy Foster (far right) awarded trophies to the top three entries in the Smoked Fish Contest. Winners were, from centre left to right, Dave “Catman” Moore (2nd place), Willy Maydan (1st place and People’s Choice), and Terry Lauzon (3rd place). (Photo courtesy of Patty Kristy)
Hutchins wins Sr. Invitational in sudden death playoff
It may have been one of the hottest days ever on record for the Annual Erie Shores Senior Men’s Invitational on Wednesday, August 3, with cloudless skies and humidity bubbling in the mid to upper 30’s, but lush fairways and impeccably smooth rolling greens made the course an absolute treat.
And, while the overall scoring averages were a bit higher this year, with no one breaking or even matching par, defending champion Ward Hutchins from Erie Shores along with Kingsville’s Wayne College and Ken Steingart of Erie Shores each shot respectable 2 over par scores of 73, bettering all others in the field by at least 3 strokes.
In the following sudden-death playoff, when College dropped out on the first hole after making a bogey 5, the two top reigning seniors at Erie Shores for the past four years matched each other stroke for stroke, playing even par golf, until Hutchins won the Invitational title again by making a 7 foot putt on the fifth playoff hole, when Steingart settled for par after barely missing a tricky 12 footer.
Finishing another three shots back at 5 over par 76 was a threesome of past winners including Jim McCallum of Kingsville, Rick Hebert of Beach Grove, and Denis Murphy of Point West. Tied for seventh place another stroke back at 6 over par 77 were Scott Irwin of Ambassador, Tim Tiessen and John Rutgers of Erie Shores, and Micahel Stanko of Sutton Creek.
Past winner Ray Knight of Kingsville, along with Bill Sheldon of Point West, Bill Marshall of Fox Glen, and Ken Segedin of Erie Shores finished right behind at 78, while Ross McDonald of Erie Shores, Ken Greenwood of Beach Grove, and Erie Shores members Ken Cobby and Neil Reimer all broke 80 with their 8 over par rounds of 79.
Over in the handicap division, even the net scores were higher this year except for the incredible game that Kingville’s Gary Koestler had where he lapped everyone in the field with an amazing 8 under par 63 that was good enough for a four-stroke win over Les Young of Erie Shores, who also had an impressive game of 4 under par net 67.
Wayne Gillett of Erie Shores was the third low net shooter of the day with a net 3 under par 68, while Ed Petryschuk of Erie Shores finished next at net 69. Erie Shores Mike Herbert and Pat Curry of Maple City, along with Joe Schneckenburger and Brian Botterill also finished under par with net rounds of 70.
The Invitational was another great success and continues to be one of the top drawing senior invitational events in Windsor and Essex and Kent counties thanks to the financial support of the Friends of Erie Shores, a generous group of 18 members and businesses who support all of Erie Shores major golfing events each year.
Next year’s Seniors Invitational is set to take place at Erie Shores on Wednesday, August 2 with a shotgun tee-off start at 11:00 a.m. Any male golfer 50 years of age or over by that date is welcome to play. More information and entry forms will be on the Erie Shores website in the spring of 2016 at www.erieshoresgolf.com
Erie Shores club pro Ryan Peltier (left) congratulates defending champion Ward Hutchins on his sudden death playoff win in the Erie Shores Senior Men’s Invitational on Wed. Aug. 3.
Leamington improves organ donation performance
Data released recently by Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) on organ donation shows commitment to continuous improvement among the 68 designated hospitals in Ontario reporting organ donation performance rates publicly. Hospital donation performance is measured by two rates: routine notification and conversion.
nifer Long, Media Relations Coordinator, Trillium Gift of Life Network.
Over the four quarters in 2015/16 (April 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016), 38 Ontario hospitals either maintained or improved the rate at which they notify TGLN of a potential organ and/or tissue donor. This rate is referred to as routine notification.
Leamington District Memorial Hospital made significant improvements to its routine notification rate with a 500 per cent increase in the 2015/2016 fiscal year (10 per cent in the first quarter to an average of 60 per cent after four quarters). Routine notification refers to the rate at which TGLN is notified by hospitals when a patient has died and there may be potential for organ/tissue donation.
Leamington area residents have shown their committed to helping others through organ and tissue donation; 27 per cent of residents are registered donors, according to Jen-
Three hospitals maintained a 100 per cent routine notification rate over all four quarters (Georgian Bay General Hospital, Pembroke Regional Hospital, and the University of Ottawa Heart Institute). The average rate in the province was 94 per cent. Routine notification ensures that when donation is possible, families are given the opportunity to make a life-saving choice.
Conversion rate indicates the number of potential donors that actually went on to save lives through organ donation. During the same reporting period, Ontario hospitals achieved an average conversion rate of 56 per cent – the highest fiscal year to date.
In 2015/16 Ontario hospitals cared for 296 deceased organ donors and performed 1,173 lifesaving transplants. More than 2,200 tissue donors enhanced the lives of thousands through the gift of corneas, skin, bone, and heart valves.
To see the data by hospital and region, visit: www. giftoflife.on.ca/en/publicreporting.htm
Did you know? Ontario is the only province to publicly report on hospital donation performance.
Everyone is a potential donor, regardless of age, sexual orientation or health status. Visit www.BeADonor.ca to learn more.
Three Students Awarded Scholarships
The Leamington Dental Health Center recently awarded their 2016 scholarships at their office. Students were asked to apply for the scholarship, and to be eligible they were required to be in their graduating year of uninterrupted fulltime high school or currently enrolled in a health care field. They were also to have applied to attend college or university. This year’s recipients, from the left, are
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Youssef takes bracket title at WW 17
By Bryan Jessop Leamington drag racer
Tony Youssef has taken home yet another event championship from Grand Bend Motorplex.
In a style of quarter-mile drag racing where consistency is everything, Youssef overcame the habits of a car that was being anything but consistent and won Windsor Weekend 17’s largest class of competition Saturday, July 30. The 25-yearold local driver and more than 100 other entries were originally expected to get two cracks at the Bracket 1 title, but with a rain-soaked Sunday, had to settle for one shot at taking top honours in the popular, competitive category.
Youssef’s heavily modified 1967 Chevrolet Nova experienced carburetor trouble throughout this year’s Windsor Weekend, a condition that doesn’t normally bode well for bracket racing participants. In bracket racing, drivers must finish each race as close as possible to their ‘dial in’ — a prediction on their car’s elapsed time (ET) submitted prior to their next race — without going faster than that time, a disqualifying result known as ‘breaking out’. With intermittent hesitation problems stemming from a fuel delivery glitch, Youssef and his crew members Sam Youssef — his father and owner of Sam’s Auto Service in Leamington — and father/son Paul and Adrian Tannous tore down the 1,250 cfm Pro Systems carb twice seeking out the trouble’s source, but to no avail. The fuel pump was also checked, but was found to be in good working order.
“It would be running fine, die out about half way
down the track and then come back in again,” Tony explained. “The car wasn’t running all that well. We had to dial up and play the game accordingly.”
The Youssef team was left wondering how to address the issue until an identical carb was loaned by Windsor driver Jerry McGee, who was sidelined earlier by transmission failure. The philanthropic gesture allowed the team to continue racing, bringing Tony and his car to Bracket 1’s seventh and final round against Windsor racer John Lewis and his 1972 Nova. Youssef took advantage of
“The car wasn’t running all that well. We had to dial up and play the game accordingly.”
— Tony Youssef
a superior reaction time — .040 seconds compared to roughly .120 by Lewis — to sprint down the 1,320-foot track for victory, slowing down toward the end to avoid breaking out. The Leamington racer’s final time was an 8.33 second run at 131 mph on a 8.50 dial in.
The trip to the Winner’s Circle at Grand Bend was Youssef’s second for the 2016 season, following a Burndown at the Bend championship in the modified eliminator class on June 11. The team competes in GBM’s eliminator class, established for cars running ETs of 7.50 to 12.999 seconds — the same window required for Windsor Weekend Bracket 1 entries.
“If at the beginning of the year someone told me
that I’d win one event, I would have been happy,” Tony said. “You’ve got to have a thousand things go right and have luck on your side.”
The Youssefs replaced the carb with an identical unit, intent on attending the following weekend’s Stratford Spectacular, another large event hosted by Grand Bend Motorplex. The car — sponsored by Sam’s Auto Service, DiMilo Auto Body and Leamington Speedy Glass — is also expected to appear at GBM’s Thunder By The Beach during Labour Day weekend.
Thus far, the Nova has posted a best time of 7.90 seconds at 168 mph. Aside from the carb trouble that has since been taken care of,
the father-son duo is content to leave the car as is.
“We’re happy with how she’s been running, so we’ll keep it consistent,” Tony noted.
From left to right, Paul Tannous, Adrian Tannous, Tony Youssef and Sam Youssef pose for photos in the Winner’s Circle after Tony drove his 1967 Chevrolet Nova to the championship in the Bracket 1 class at Windsor Weekend 17 on Saturday, July 30. Bracket 1 was the largest division in this year’s Windsor-Essex County-themed event, including more than 100 entries.
Submitted photo
Getty leading Collegiate division of Jamieson Jr. tour
The Jamieson Junior Tour held its eighth of 10 events Monday, August 8 at Pointe West Golf Club. The event is also the first day of the twoday Widdifield Cup named in honour of the tour founder Eric Widdifield. The second round is slated for Wednesday at Erie Shores.
Eighty nine Junior and Collegiate golfers competed in 4 divisions at Pointe West Golf Club.
In the Junior boys division, Graham Byrne of Essex continued his fine run with a 1 over par 73 to take the title. Shawn Sehra of Roseland was 1 shot back at 74. David Nunes of Essex and Luc Warnock of Fox Glen tied for third with 75s.
The Junior girls title went to Hannah Meloche of Sutton Creek with a fine 5 over 77, edging Jasmine Ly of Roseland by 2 strokes
In the Collegiate men, Thomas DeMarco of Essex and Morehead State expanded his tour lead with a 5 over 77, edging Brett Fujii of Maple City by a single stroke
Leading the Collegiate women’s division was Alyssa Getty from UNLV and Kingsville Golf and Country Club with a 77.
Complete scores and tour standings are at www. jamiesonjuniortour.ca/
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My carb runneth over
So the 2016 Olympic Summer Games are upon us.
The Opening Ceremonies were a reasonably good display of fireworks, dancing, drums and so forth that did what opening ceremonies do — give the rest of the world a crash course in the host nation’s culture and history. The Rio group did an admirable job of not letting the traditional event get too long winded, throwing in a message on environmental awareness for good measure (a study by the University of Adelaide’s Environmental Institute in Australia ranked Brazil as the planet’s very worst environmental offender, but hey, the presentation DID admit that the host nation was partly responsible for the mess we’re in). The show lacked the ridiculous budget of the games in Beijing, but also lacked the painfully obvious gaffes like those that happened in Vancouver and Sochi.
As I’ve pointed out more than once, the Olympics manage to bring out the very best and very worst of athletes at the same time. I don’t normally notice it as much in the Summer Games as I do in the Winter Olympiads in between, primarily since Canada is a traditionally horrible performer in the warmer of the two. I stumbled across some NBC coverage of the Rio Games over the weekend and it was airing a feature it dubbed “Uniting The World” or something to that effect. The “Uniting The World” logo was discreetly branded at the bottom right corner of the screen during the whole thing, although a HUGE chunk of the segment was a typical display of the U.S. blowing its own horn. Surprise, surprise. My nephew pointed out that the first gold of the games was won by the Americans in “shooting.” Again — surprise, surprise. I’m
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about equally surprised to hear about Brits winning international darts tournaments.
Anyway, when the Summer Olympics come around, they usually catch my attention intermittently. I am, however, easily sidetracked by things like this Godawful heat, the Tigers’ suddenly springing to life (they’re now a serious wildcard threat and two games behind Cleveland in the race for the ALC lead) and conversations about how badly we need some rain.
Speaking of rain, I started getting all nostalgic again after covering a story about the recent success of a local drag racer. Tony Youssef and his 1967 Chevy Nova took top honours in Windsor Weekend’s biggest field, Bracket 1 (set up for vehicles running the quarter mile drag race as fast as 7.50 seconds to as “slow” as 12.999 seconds). The three-day event was cut short by a day this year because of rain, the drag racer’s most notorious enemy. Seriously, someone should build a drag strip in Leamington — it’d ensure a constant supply of rain for the region’s agricultural sector while making for a much shorter trip for Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent racers (which in turn, wouldn’t exactly do any harm to the local economy).
Anyway, Youssef made the most of having just one shot at quarter-mile glory this year, winning it all in a category of more than 100 entries. Victory came with a little help from a Windsor racer by the name of Jerry McGee, who let the Leamington-based team borrow his carburetor after being sidelined by transmission trouble.
That’s one of the conditions I find so fascinating about drag racing. It’s notorious for its high frequency of helpful competitors, many of which could very well line up against you in the other lane. One of the most common phrases heard over the loudspeaker system at Grand Bend Motorplex is “Racer in need! Racer in need!,” where a driver/crew is in search of a specific part after it gives up the ghost. The announcement will offer details on what sort of part is needed — say for example a mechanical fuel pump for a big block Chevy — and then request that if anyone has one to spare, they bring it to the racer’s trailer, the Thundershak or what have you. Chances are, if someone has a spare/back up of the part in need, he or she will let the stranded racer borrow it, no questions asked. It’s sportsmanship at its best and in drag racing, it happens all the time. There’s a style of this motorsport called ‘bracket racing’ where the working-class, minimum wage Joe can jump behind the wheel of his daily driving, winter beating econo car and beat the ultra-successful business owner and his $105,000 pavement pounding racing machine. It’s a format that’s more about who’s behind the wheel than what’s under the hood,
PLUMBERGASMAN
so staying humble is, quite wisely, common practice. So in the era of outlandish end zone dances, professional athletes who refuse to show up to pre-season camp or practices, cowardly hits and cheap shots, chirping and personal attacks on Twitter, the average fan can take at least some degree of comfort in knowing that not all competitors will sink to any low necessary to win and/or put themselves above all others. It seems like the non-mainstream or “fringe” sports offer the most accommodating competitors, as they’re eager to attract and maintain greater numbers for the betterment of their sport. The more, the merrier, as the old adage goes.
On that note, it might be easier for more of us to enjoy the Olympics if we can focus more appreciation on what the unheard of distance runner from Kenya had to do to get to this point than where our own country stands in the medal count. I guess you could say The Games are kind of like Christmas, which is far more enjoyable if you concentrate on the family and kindness aspect rather than the commercialism where millions try to win people over with expensive, outlandish gifts. The spirit of The Games is still there to be found, if you can ignore those who seek nothing more than the accolades that come with shiny medals and new world records.
Alyssa Getty
Midget Lakers win a pair
The Leamington Midget Lakers won a pair of games last week in Sun Parlour Midget baseball action. On Tuesday they edged the Essex Yellowjackets 5-3 and on Saturday they defeated Walker Homesites Hawks 13-3.
Against Essex, Kameron Wall and James Hiebert took to he mound, combining to strike out 6 Yellowjackets and holding them to only 3 hits. Lucas Lamotte paced the Lakers with 2 hits, and Brett Enns, Wall, Dawson Iles and Emilio Gomez had single tallies.
“We struggled a bit early at the plate,” said coach Chris Lamotte. “So we played a little small ball to generate some offense.”
Ryan Wall, Anthony Fehr and Kyle Wall all executed rally-extending sacrifice bunts in the contest.
A five-run first inning set the stage for the win against the Walker Homesites team. Derrick Antunes, in his first start of the season, pitched 4 innings and notched the win. Enns pitched 2 innings of scoreless relief. Iles came on in relief and struck out the side in the seventh.
Brandon Teichroeb had 3 hits. Enns, Lamotte, Fehr and Hiebert had 2 hits in the Lakers 13-hit attack.
Enns scored 4 times and Fehr had 4 rbi’s. R. Wall had two rbi’s with a seventh inning double that hit the fence in rightcentre field, inches away from clearing the 300 foot marker.
Midget Lakers in OBA playoff
The Leamington Midget Lakers will play in a qualifying tournament to decide what teams from the Sun Parlour Baseball Association will enter the OBA ‘B’ Championship in Simcoe.
Amherstburg Diamondbacks, Belle River Braves, Essex Yellowjackets and the Lakers will compete in a twoday double knockout tournament to decide which two teams will advance.
Tues. Aug. 16: Essex vs. Leamington, 7 p.m., Diamond 7 in Leamington; Amherstburg vs. Belle River, 6:30 p.m. in Belle River.
Wed. Aug. 17: Winner game 1 vs. winner game 2 at 6 p.m., Diamond 7 in Leamington; loser game 1 vs. loser game 2 at 6 p.m., Diamond 6 in Leamington; and loser game 3 vs. winner game 4 at 8:30 p.m., Diamond 7 in Leamington.
Winners of game 3 and game 5 will advance to the OBA ‘B’ Championship in Simcoe Aug. 26-28.
Fifty Erie Shores proggers suffered through another muggy, hot day Aug. 2. Not many of the golfers had plus scores. The best plus score was masterfully crafted by Steve O’Hara. Steve posted a +8. Brian Plumb came in second with a +5 while Gary Alderson, Ernie Schmidtgall, Ed Schachowskoy and Ron Koop ponied up with +4s. Steve won $20, Brian $15 and the other guys got coffee money – $2. No team ended in the plus category. Team C edged Team D with a -2. The winning members include Bill Stackpoole, Vic Penner, Ernie Schmidtgall, Ron Tremblay, Dick Segedin, John Penner, Ed Schachowskoy, Bill Kelly, Les Young, Neil Reimer, Jim Sudds, Fred Klassen and Dan Musuronchan.
In the skins game, there were only 5 skins, each worth $15. Gary Alderson led the charge with 2 skins, followed by Gary McRae, John Rutgers and Ed Schachowskoy.
Gary McRae was whooping and hollering over his eagle on #1. Congrats on that. Ed Schachowskoy pitched a shot in from 40 yards out to secure his birdie on the long #18 hole.
On this hot day, Harry Badz figured it was a good time to play at the beach. I
Ladies 18 hole golf
The Erie Shores 18 hole ladies golf league enjoyed sunny skies and very warm temperatures as they held their annual Field Events on Tuesday, August 2.
Linda Segedin didn’t mind the heat, topping the field with a low gross score of 86. Paula Hudders won the field low net with a sparkling 68.
Other winners included Lisa Fehr and Muriel Davey for low putts.
Low gross for Flight A was Debbie Dunmore, Flight B Jean Penner, and Flight C Cheryl Rutgers.
Low net for Flight A were Carol Cornies and Carol Quinn, Flight B Carolyn Kelly and Cindy Brown, and Flight C Lynda Mastronardi.
Longest drive for Flight A was Debbie Dunmore, Flight B was won by Jo-Anne Smith, and Flight C Cheryl Rutgers.
Closest to the pin winners were Nancy Flynn on #3 and Debbie Dunmore #13 second shot.
Muriel Davey had a chip-in on hole #12. Congratulations to all the winners!
Orchard View’s Ladies Summer Swing
On Thursday, July 21, Orchard View Golf Club hosted the 1st Annual Ladies Summer Swing golf tournament. The ladies were greeted by volunteers who helped take bags and put them on their designated carts. Registration began at 8:30 a.m. with coffee and pastries on the patio, enjoying the beautiful weather and view! It was a great turn out for the inaugural year with 80 ladies playing 18 holes, followed by a delicious lunch catered by Calabria Coastal Bistro in Cottam. There was a wonderful prize table with items donated from many local establishments. We were lucky to have some very generous local famers donate fresh produce that was used as veggie baskets for each participant.
Congratulations to the winning team: Carol Quinn, Debbie Dunmore, Linda Segedin and Lynne Towle. Ruth Clifford won “Closest to the Line” on #15, and Anne McLean won “Closest to the Pin” on #3.
Thanks to those who participated as well as donated to this great event. In the next year, we will be deciding on a community charity to raise funds for at next year’s tournament. Any suggestions can be forwarded to lindsay@orchardviewgolf.com
Thursday night men’s golf results
While August 4 was another scorching day on the Erie Shores links for all the men playing in the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League, a lot of the surface heat came from Team Jack Nicklaus who made a big move past second-place holders Team Watson, with their point total now rising to 173 – just four behind the team of Byron Nelson who had one of their rare off-weeks at the club.
Meanwhile, the Tom Watson crew that fell back with their 163 point total is now just 2 points ahead of four place contenders, Team Tiger Woods who now have 161. Team Gary Player is also hanging in there with 160 points, right behind Tiger Woods and 18 points ahead of the 6th place team of Walter Hagen. The other four teams of Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer and Bobby Jones have between 134 and 105 points.
In the individual categories, Mike Ferreira had a hot gross round of 2 under par 33, edging out Club Pro Ryan Peltier who was right behind with a 1 under 34. Glen Rideout, Herman Bergen and Brian Humphreys were all tied for third with even par 35.
In the net scores, Tim Rempel led the way with a 6 under par net 29, while Guy McIntyre and Vic Tiessen were a stroke back at 30. Following that with a net 31 was Herman Bergen.
Ward Hutchins was closest to the pin, Wayne Quinn made the longest putt, and Garth Dennerley had the longest drive.
In the skins game, Ryan Harder, Raoul Morin, Tim Tiessen, Joe Moavro, Matt Quiring, Bob Dick, Tim Rempel and Dustin Wright all picked up singles.
To follow the complete list of the league’s weekly results and find out more about upcoming matches and fun nights, go online to www.erieshoresgolf.com and click on the “Official Thursday Night Men’s League Website”.
was told that Harry visited at least 10 bunkers. Would that have anything to do with your -6? Gord Anderson wants to know since he was on your team.
In the snake’s journey last week, it happily stayed curled up on Ken Segedin’s bag. Bill Kelly and Orest Hrynewich were the only players to try and take it away. Andy Herring cancelled out due to his fear of snakes. Ken grumbled how Bill and Orest managed to stay short of the green so they wouldn’t have a 3 putt. Very crafty of these two wily veterans.
UK Soccer returns to Leamington
By Bryan Jessop
Half a decade later, the instructional UK Soccer program keeps on kickin’.
The town-to-town camp spent a week in Leamington at the Kinsmen Sports Field Monday, Aug. 1 to Friday, Aug. 5, where about 30 youths greeted a coaching squad led by England’s David Methven. The turnout was slightly higher than in 2015, with a few Wheatley youths signing up for Leamington’s five-day session. The camp has included a Wheatley stop in previous years, but was unavailable this summer because of a surface refurbishing taking place at the fields along Omstead Drive between the arena and Wheatley Area Public School.
The majority of Leamington students, covering the program’s age range of four to 13 years old, signed on for five full days of instruction. Only four opted for half-day sessions, which are available in either morning or afternoon time slots. Located at the KSF behind the Sun Parlour Curling Club, the local five-day curriculum was assisted by junior coaches Jordan Avalar, Montana Wilkins and Ryan Vance, the latter of whom as been ‘promoted’ to a fullfledged coach leading one of the Leamington groups that has been divided by age and experience. Vance and Wilkins will also assist Methven — a former professional player with North America’s MLS — in the season-ending week hosted by Cottam. When available, father and son duo Nick and Luke Husbands of Kingsville also join UK Soccer’s coaching group. The Husbands, who moved to Kingsville from England about six years ago, are family friends of Methven and host him during his summer stay in the region. Karen, Nick’s wife and Luke’s mother, serves as the program’s administrator.
“It’s going well again this year,” Karen said of the program’s fifth year. “The kids seem to really enjoy it.”
For 2016, UK Soccer began in one of its newest communities of Stoney Point, where 30 youths signed up. From there, 35 took part in the program at Blenheim, this year’s
only Chatham-Kent location. The Leamington week is being followed up by five days in Kingsville, where about 50 had registered by the middle of last week. This year’s camp is supporting the charitable organization Little Hands Kids For a Cause, an Essex County-wide organization that provides financial assistance to families with children being treated for cancer and other serious illnesses. Money is being raised through the sale of raffle tickets for memorabilia from this year’s European Cup — a plush mascot figure, soccer ball, water bottle and Team Spain jersey.
“We wanted to pick a local charity. Hopefully, we can raise at least a couple hundred dollars,” Karen noted.
UK Soccer is also host to a winter league, which for last season included six teams in the 12 and under division and another eight in the adult division. The indoor program began two years ago and is hosted by Kingsville’s Migration Hall from January to April. Whether or not the league will be able to continue for 2017 will depend on any scheduling conflicts with a new Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board soccer and hockey academies. The course is expanding to Cardinal Carter for next year and will take place at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Nick Husbands, who leads the UK Soccer winter league, has been chosen as the head instructor for the Leamington branch of the soccer academy for Tuesdays and Thursdays — the same days of the week for the winter league at Migration Hall. He will be assisted by local elementary school teacher John Muraccas.
In honour of the recent European Cup, each of this year’s UK Soccer camps will end with students divided into four groups named after the tournament’s four semifinalists — Portugal, France, Germany and Wales. Participants were given points for their respective teams by successfully conducting lessons and drills incorporated into the course’s final day.
For more information on UK Soccer programs including registration fees, visit the website www.uksoccer.ca.
(See photos on page 23)
action on Sunday in Chatham.
Peewee Lakers finish second in Chatham tourney
The Harder Heating & Cooling Peewee Lakers travel team played extremely good baseball over the weekend, losing in the finals in Chatham.
The weekend started Friday night, Aug. 5, against Brantford. This game was a battle of pitching for both sides. Kanaan Gale started the game and Brantford managed just one hit during his 4-1/3 innings of work. Unfortunately the Lakers found themselves down 2-0 on a couple of errors going into the last inning of play.
Conner Bergen led off with a walk, and followed by two quick outs the Lakers had to find some magic in their sticks against a good pitching staff. Alex Jadischke, TJ Jennings and Brandon Friesen did just that, ripping three singles in a row – enough to finish the game in a 2-2 tie.
In the second game of the tournament the Lakers were in tough versus Belle River with the hardest throwing pitcher they have seen all year. This game was another pitcher’s duel with some great defensive performances from both sides. The Lakers got a run in the fourth and that proved to be enough as Brandon Friesen and Spencer Bergen combined for the shutout, and with bases loaded and one out in the last inning, Spencer struck out two in a row to secure the 1-0 victory.
In the final game of round robin play the Lakers needed a win to secure semi-final action on Sunday. They played Wallaceburg and the game was tight for 3 innings before the Lakers’ stick woke up to finish off a 12-5 victory. Austin Neufeld led the way with 3 RBIs in the contest. The victory secured first place in their bracket and set them up against Tecumseh in the semi-finals.
This was another great pitcher’s duel. Brandon Friesen pitched 5 innings of 1 run ball and the Lakers took a 3-1 lead into the sixth when Tecumseh tied the game at 3s with a 2-run homer.
The game went into extra innings with Troy Tiessen pitching a gem to keep the Tecumseh team from scoring, and in the bottom of the ninth Spencer Bergen led off the inning and hit a solo bomb to right field for the walk off 4-3 victory.
In the finals the Lakers were up against a tough opponent from Chatham who had managed to mercy every team on their way to the finals. Kanaan Gale started on the mound and with the help of some great defense managed to keep the strong Chatham sticks at bay, allowing 4 runs in 5-2/3 innings of work. However, the Lakers could never really mount a threat against Chatham’s ace and the Chatham team put it away with a 7-2 victory.
The Lakers tournament MVP honours went to Thomas ‘TJ’ Jennings who was pivotal in his play behind the plate and his stick at the plate all weekend.
Great weekend by all the boys!
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, Aug. 1: 1st Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson, 2nd Jim Perkes and Roger Cote, 3rd Yvonne Vulling and Sharon Lutz, 4th Joyce Bear and Jack Warmenhoven. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, Aug. 3: North/South - 1st Joyce and Sandy Gammie, 2nd Ron Martin and Derek Parry, 3rd Al Morrison and Joyce Bear. East/West - 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 3rd Sally and Bob Bell. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
Harrow Bridge Club, Aug. 4: North/South - 1st Pat DeNapoli and Frank Duransky, 2nd Shirley Plant and Sharon Lutz, 3rd Jeanne Manners and Yvonne Vulling. East/West - 1st John and Dorothy McGregor, 2nd Irene Friend and Elaine Mowat, 3rd Frieda Birch and Jan Cooper. Bridge is on Thursdays at Harrowood, 7 p.m.
Brandon Friesen delivers a pitch in semi-final
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RURAL DELIVERY DRIVERS
The Southpoint Sun is Leamington's weekly community newspaper and is seeking drivers on a contract basis for our rural delivery routes. We take pride in having our newspaper delivered in a timely and professional manner. We are looking for reliable individuals with a good work ethic.
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ORANGELINE FARMS LIMITED is a vegetable greenhouse that focuses on high quality healthy foods and an opportunity exists for an ambitious well-organized career minded person in the position of:
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Car Barn – Runners-up
The final championship night for Wheatley Women’s Ball Hockey was held on Monday, July 25. At 7 p.m. it was Johnston Net & Twine facing off against Anthony-Keats. This consolation final saw Johnston’s net 8 goals. Scoring for the yellow squad were Kaily Zack (3), Tammy Brown, Amy Brown, Carlee Cabral, Kellie Rodrigues and Lianne Imeson. Scoring for Anthony Keats were Brooklyn Omstead and Mandy Pearce.
In the Championship game it was the Wheatley Journal narrowly defeating Car Barn in a 2-0 match. Lindsay Walker scored the first goal, which was the only marker until about a minute left in the game when Cheryl Johnston added the insurance goal. The Car Barn squad played with 7 runners versus the Journal’s 13 runners! The Duct Tape Cup was presented at the celebration afterwards at the Sports Palace.
Top goal scorer for the league was Kaily Zack of Johnston Net & Twine who had 9 goals, followed by Ryah Cottingham from Car Barn with 8. Tied for third with 5 each were Marianne Vergeer and Kerra Gradwell, both of the Journal.
Thanks to referee Quinn Bowman and scorekeeper Abby Resendes for a great season.
Front, from left to right: Letitia Cook, Kayla Lindsay, Lauren Anderson, Jaclynn Arquette, Lauren Mather and Drew Bowman. Goalie Sian Arthurs is front and centre. Back row: Tara Church, Terri Koehler, Amberly Lefaive, Mandy Pearce, Brooke Kaiser and Sandra Price. Absent were Nicole Jackson and Dana Church.
Wheatley Journal - 2016 Champs
Front, from left to right: Brenda Vink, Cheryl Clements, Janet Hannigan, Lindsay Walker, Noelle Resendes and Marianne Vergeer. Back row, left to right: Kathy Gradwell, Kerra Gradwell, Jill Walker, Jessica Prudence, Anita VanRooyen, Cindy Osadzuk, Christine Hopper and Sheila McBrayne. Absent was Terri Taylor.
Front, from left to right: Jessica Duchene, Sue Weaver, Makenna Weaver, Elsie Leili, Angele Stammler and Ryah Cottingham. Back row: Jenn Cardoso, Sarah Sharon (Whittal), Deb Coulture and Chris Brewer. Absent were Erin Hall and Cori Recker.
Johnston Net & Twine
Front, from left to right: Robyn Mills, Amy Brown, Donna Matier, Trish Epplett and Tammy Brown. Back row: Kaily Zack, Lianne Imeson, Jessica Imeson, Kellie Rodrigues, Charlee Cabral and Tracy Sample. Absent were Theresa McDonald, Kenzie Higgins and Jami-Lee Church.
Left: Damian Goncalves knocks the ball off the back of UK Soccer head coach David Methven as he tries balancing it on his back while doing push-ups to demonstrate an exercise/ Right and Below: Gabby Quenneville, Connor Sheehy (below left) and Mike Milana (below right) go to ‘bat’ during a game of soccer cricket.
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Apply:
Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive
Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6
EMPIRE LANES - RUNNER and snack bar help wanted. Bring in resume at 1771 Talbot Street West, Leamington jul27-au17
PURCHASING AGENT WANTED for Border City Landscaping Inc., at 7095 Manning Road, Maidstone, ON. Duties include to purchase special and generalized equipment, materials, or business services for use or further processing. Assess requirements of company and develop specifications for equipment, materials, and supplies, to be purchased. Invite tenders, consult with suppliers and review quotations, determine and negotiate contract terms and conditions, award or recommend contract awards, establish logistics of delivery schedules, monitor progress, and contact clients and suppliers, as needed, to resolve problems. May hire, train, or supervise purchasing clerks. This a temporary full time position, wage is $28.85 per hour, 40 hours per week. 4% vacation pay. Bachelor degree is required, business degree preferred, with one to two years’ experience. Reply by e-mail to: mconsultinginc@gmail.com jul20-au10
Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. Minimum Wage to start. 44 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
Fort Dearborn Company, a major supplier of glue applied labels has immediate opening:
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN
Successful candidate must be fully licensed and have direct experience and knowledge of all aspects of electrical and mechanical functions. Possess ability to troubleshoot along with a background in leadership and strong communication skills.
Please apply with resume stating qualifications to: Email: jmoore@fortdearborn.com or:
J Moore, Fort Dearborn Company
128 Oak St., West, Leamington, ON N8H 2B6
GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER wanted. Wages $11.25/hour. Min. 40+ hours Mon.-Sat. Must be able to maintain attendance, vital for harvesting. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates - 40 lbs, working in hot conditions. Send resume to: Ingratta Farms, 341 Morse Road, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 or fax 519-326-1082 jul27-se14
APARTMENT MANAGERS. FULL TIME - Must live on site to manage and maintain building. Janitorial and handy-man duties. Position includes apartment and salary. Please forward resume to: Box 14, Leamington, N8H 3W1. jul6-tf
HELP WANTED. - New Castle Farm/West Pointe Greenhouses/1830176
Ontario Inc. is looking for general labourers for seasonal full-time greenhouse work. $11.25/hour. Duties include harvesting, de-leafing, crop work, etc. working in hot conditions. Must have 1 year experience. Mail resume to New Castle Farm, 414 Mersea Road 3, Leamington N8H 3V5 jul13-se7
Leamington Canning facility
Wanted 25 Labourers
$12/hr
6 weeks fulltime plus OT
Gross $1200/week For 6 weeks
Car Pool service available Start August 15, 2016
All applications considered Send resume to laurie@personnelbyelsie.com
ORANGELINE FARMS LIMITED is a vegetable greenhouse that focuses on high quality healthy foods and an opportunity exists for an ambitious well-organized career minded person in the position of:
Greenhouse Bio Scout
This position is an integral part of the growing team and will assist with data collection, data sharing (presentation) and the implementation of various control methods. This position will also assist with spraying treatment to the crop as directed by the Grower.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ability to identify insect pests and damage symptoms present in greenhouse crops quickly and accurately
• Ability to identify diseases and affected plant symptoms present in greenhouse crops quickly and accurately
• Monitoring on going pest and disease concerns
• Scouting of the entire growing area and accurate recording of data as directed by the Grower
• Applying preventative and control products
• Accurately record all actions taken
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
• Pest and disease
• Basic math volume skills
• Good problem solving and time management skills
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and work with a sense of urgency
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Ability to walk all day and work up to 6 days per week
• Tolerance to the hot and humid conditions of a vegetable greenhouse
• Regular use of “scissor carts” and elevated working heights
• Clear, concise handwriting: English communication skills (spoken and written);
• Thorough and precise attention to detail
Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
It is vital that you have a positive attitude, great energy, excellent attendance and punctuality.
hr@orangelinefarms.comwww.ZingHealthyFoods.com
WELDERS REQUIRED
Ability to weld steel and stainless steel. Apply in person to:
Custom Fab. Inc.
5140 Ure Street, Oldcastle • Fax: 519-737-1833
SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Highbury Canco Corporation in Leamington is currently seeking qualified individuals for:
SEASONAL FACTORY HOURLY WORKERS
• $12.25/hour
• Mandatory shift work – overtime may be required
• Seasonal Period: July 1st – November 30th
• Applications available in the Human Resources lobby: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 148 Erie Street South, Leamington, ON
HIRING!
GENERAL LABOURERS F/T & P/T POSITIONS IN LEAMINGTON
• ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE • LIGHT EASY WORK
• MUST BE 18+
Resumes to: debbieb@accu-staff.com OR call 519-974-8888 ext. 105
FRANCHISE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA. Be your own boss. Join the Dynamic Health Industry. Expanding in Ontario & Alberta. Call Now. 519-402-1373. au3-24
NOW LOOKING FOR APPLE CREW
TEAM MEMBERS!
Earn extra spending money for Christmas! Looking for team members of all ages. We need your expertise this fall. Weekends are our busiest times. Call 519-326-5282 to find out more information
Reporting to the General Manager, the position provides office administrative services for the EWSWA, related Committees and for EWSWA senior management. For a complete job description and list of qualifications please visit the County of Essex website https://careers.countyofessex.on.ca/Job/Search. Qualified applicants are invited to apply online only by no later than 4:00 pm, Thursday, August 18, 2016.
The Town of Kingsville is seeking applications for the position of Alternate Crossing Guard. The position of Alternate Crossing Guard provides Crossing Guard services when our permanent Crossing Guards are not available.
A complete description of the Alternate Crossing Guard duties and Application Form are available online at www.kingsville.ca under the Employment Opportunities heading or may be obtained at the municipal office at the address below. To be considered for this position the Application Form must be completed. Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful applicant providing the municipality with a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.
Interested applicants shall submit a completed Application Form no later than Friday, August 19, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. Completed Application Forms will be accepted by regular mail, personal delivery or email to:
Human Resources Department
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9 E-mail: alonsbery@kingsville.ca
timely fashion
- Assisting with crop cleanout procedures
- Compliance with all Food Safety and Health & Safety policies and procedures
- Compiling data to analyze and record trends and reports
Requirements
- Experience is an asset but not a requirement
- Attention to detail
- Safety shoes
Please apply by: Fax: 519-326-6356, In person: 634 Mersea Rd. 7 Via email: jobs@naturefresh.ca
PAPER HANDLERS WANTED
Essex County’s Largest Community Newspaper Press.
Part-time hours. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday hours vary. 519-567-4446
NEW FOURPLEX - UPPER unit. 3 bedrooms, central air, laundry hookup, parking.
First & last required.
Available September 16, 2016. $750/month plus utilities. 226-526-9778 or 519564-6424. au10-17
ITEMS FOR SALE
DOWNSIZINGPAINTINGS FOR SALEby local artists - Ron Vermeiren, Ron Suchiu, Jonathon Hayes. For information call 519-965-2526. jul27-au17
5 FOOT KELVINATOR freezer, 5 foot electric fireplace and 1 white aluminum screen door. Call 519-3260076. au10
CARS FOR SALE
2010 FORD FUSION SEExcellent condition, senior lady-driven, 95K kms, automatic, 4 cyl., with remote starter. Great on gas! Call or text 519-890-6460 or 647654-4454. Located in Windsor. au10
DECKS - POWERWASHED AND sealed, and home repairs. Call Larry at 519-326-2770 or 519-9962770. au3-10
CARPENTRY - Renovations and repairs, windows (full warranty), doors, painting, flooring, basements, drywall, kitchens, bathroom. Decks, fences, sheds & vinyl siding. Free estimates. 35 years experience. We install windows and doors year round (senior discount). Call Bill at 519-566-8408. jl27-au17
PRINTING: BUSINESS ENVELOPES,invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Jim at The Sounthpoint Sun for quick and economical service, 519-398-9098. tf
BUYING COINS + GOLD
Jewellery (even broken). Cash$$ for coinsCanadian, World, USA. Free estimates. 47 years experience. Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed 519-819-1805. au10-17
MY NAME IS MARKO. I am 38 and I’m looking for a nice lady to hang out with and get to know. Call 519-324-6989. au3-31
NEIGHBOURHOOD GARAGE/YARD SALES196 & 198 area of Ellison Avenue, Leamington. Friday & Saturday, August 12 & 13 - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Household items, baby items, books and more. au10
FUNDRAISER YARD & BAKE SALE - Great selection of items. **All proceeds will go to Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada (London) and Hospice Leamington (in honour of our son and brother, Mike). Saturday, August 13 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday, August 14 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. 1517 Redwood Road, Kingsville N9Y 2V4. au10
of the month 8:00 p.m. 519-7335162 (office) or 519-7339081 (bar). ja6-tf
NOTICES
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
IN THE ESTATE OF HECTOR JOSEPH PILLON
All claims against the Estate of HECTOR JOSEPH PILLON, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 2nd day of April, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned solicitors for the personal representative on or before the 2nd day of September, 2016. Thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed.
Dated: July 29th, 2016
Matthew M. Caron PEARSALL, MARSHALL, HALLIWILL & SEATON LLP. Barristers and Solicitors 22 Queens Avenue Leamington, Ontario N8H 3G8
2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305
www.kingsville.ca kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca
NOTICES
Final Property Tax Bills were mailed July 13, 2016
If you own property in the Town of Kingsville you should have received your 2016 final tax bill. The tax due dates are as follows: August 31, 2016 November 30, 2016
Please refer to the brochure included with your tax notice for a listing of the payment options available. Pre-Authorized Payment sign-up forms are available at www.kingsville.ca or at our office at 2021 Division Road North.
Failure to receive a tax notice does not relieve you from payment of taxes or penalties. Penalties are assessed the day following the due date at 1.25% and each month thereafter until paid. It is the responsibility of the taxpayer to ensure the Town has the correct mailing address.
If you have not received your tax notice please call 519-733-2305 or visit the office at 2021 Division Road North.
The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds under The Weed Control Act, R.S.O., 1990 along municipal rural roads within the Municipality of Leamington.
The Municipality will be treating rural roadside ditches using TURBOPROP Emulsifiable Concentrate containing the active ingredients Dichlorprop 300 g/l (present as 2 –ethylhexyl ester) and 2,4-D 282 g/l (present as 2 –ethylhextl ester) { Registration #27967} registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA).
The Municipality will be treating urban curbs using ECOCLEAR Fast Acting Weed and Grass Killer which contains acetic acid 25% w/v 250 g/l (Registration # 25528) registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA).
Commencing on May 26, 2016, weather permitting, and ending September 30, 2016. For
SOUTHPOINT SUN
NOTICES
Public Notice of Pesticide Use
The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds along all municipal rural roadsides within the Municipality of Leamington.
The Municipality will be treating rural roadside ditches using:
1. IPCO Factor 540 containing the active ingredient Glyphosate present as potassium salt, registered as PCP No. 27988 under the Pesticide Control Products Act.
2. VisionMAX Silviculture Herbicide containing the active ingredient Glyphosate present as potassium salt, registered as PCP No. 27736 under the Pesticide Control Products Act.
This public notice is for applications commencing July 20, 2016, weather permitting, and ending September 30, 2016. Weed control will be undertaken by various contractors on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington.
For further information please contact: Lu-Ann Marentette Drainage Superintendent 111 Erie Street North Leamington, Ontario N8H 229 519-326-5761 extension 1309 Collect calls will be accepted.
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