Southpoint Sun August 21, 2013

Leamington workers affected by Heinz layoffs

By Bryan Jessop

Six hundred layoffs announced by the H.J. Heinz Co. on Monday, Aug. 12 have included the loss of jobs at the Leamington processing plant.

Job cuts were declared about two months after investment groups Berkshire Hathaway — led by U.S. business magnate Warren Buffett — and 3G Capital completed the purchase of the H.J. Heinz Company on Friday, June 7 of this year. More than half of the recent round of layoffs targeted Heinz headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pa., where 350 of 600 cuts were made.

It was also declared that Canadian locations would be targeted as well. Later in the week, reports indicated that a number of Heinz Leamington office, supervisory and engineering staff members from various departments were informed of the loss of their jobs and subsequently were ‘walked off’ the premises. Although the company is not offering more specifics on how many positions are being cut from each targeted Canadian location, some sources indicated that approximately 30 positions were eliminated at the Leamington factory while others suggest that more cuts are possible later this year.

There were no reports of eliminated union positions at Heinz Leamington during last week’s layoffs.

“As part of our transition to a private company, the Senior Leadership Team has developed a new, streamlined structure for Heinz North America. Unfortunately, this process resulted in a number of difficult but necessary organizational changes, including the elimination of 600 office positions across the U.S. and Canada. We regret the impact this has on Heinz employees and their families,” stated H.J. Heinz Company associate director of corporate affairs Joan Patterson. “The Company offered enhanced severance benefits and outplacement services to make this transition as smooth as possible, and to help affected employees pursue new career opportunities. We appreciate the many contributions these employees made to Heinz and we are committed to treating all employees with the utmost respect and dignity as they transition to new opportunities outside the company.”

A February 14, 2013 letter sent to Heinz employees by then company chairman, president and CEO Bill Johnson following the announcement of Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital’s intention to purchase the company for $28 billion stated: “In the near term, and through the transaction process, we do not anticipate changes to our organization outside of the ordinary.”

The same letter also stated: “Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital have ample capital and other resources to support Heinz’s significant projects and expansion into new categories and markets, and the owners will be able to make decisions that are in the best long-term interests of our brands and our consumers, customers and employees.”

Epp

crowned Miss Leamington Tomato Festival Queen

By Pat Bailey

She’s admittedly a little clumsy and not the “pageant type” but on Thursday evening, Aug. 15, Jessica Epp’s talent, poise and personality shone through.

The 16-year-old UMEI Christian High School student was crowned the winner of the 30th Annual Leamington Tomato Festival Pageant, featuring the theme “Girl Power”, in front of hundreds at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

“I didn’t believe it at first,” said the shocked Epp immediately following the pageant, but admitted once she realized they did in fact call her name, the feeling was absolutely amazing.

That, from a young lady who had no intention of entering the pageant — that is, until her aunt, Vickie Dick, encouraged her to enter the pageant. “She told me it would be the time of my life,” said Epp, “and it was.”

“I’m really not the pageant type,” she laughed. In hindsight though, Epp said it was an amazing experience that definitely improved her self-confidence and forced her “to step out of her comfort zone”.

Epp said she is anxious to spend her senior year of high school representing her town and is excited to show off her community.

Winning the pageant, she said, is more than just wearing a crown – it’s about volunteering and giving back to the community she is proud to call home.

As far as her future plans, Epp, who was also awarded the 3D Award and the Stewie Talent

Award for her rendition of the song “Valerie”, is looking to use her scholarship money to help defray the cost of an undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph, before attending law school at

Western University.

And for a young lady who “is not the pageant type”, a taste of pageant life has encouraged Epp to take it a step further and compete in next year’s Miss Teen Canada.

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Jessica Epp, Miss Leamington Tomato Festival Pageant Queen 2013

LAC hosts annual Ketchup To Art Show

By Bryan Jessop

Yet another gallery at the Leamington Art Centre has been very ‘tastefully’ done.

The South Essex Arts Association presented the third annual Ketchup To Art Show at the LAC as a lead up to the 30th annual Leamington Tomato Festival, again represented by artists paying tribute to The H.J. Heinz Company, ketchup and Leamington’s tomato industry. This year’s show featured 20 participants accounting for 27 entries in various mediums from photography to computerized renderings to acrylic paintings and sculptures. The H.J. Heinz Company once again stepped up as the sponsor of the main prize — $300 — for the first place artist while Cavendish Appetizers provided the $200 prize for second place while Sun Parlour Grower Supply offered $100 to the third place entry. H.J. Heinz also provided products and memorabilia to participants and prize winners.

“It’s a very good turnout this year,” said LAC director Chad Riley just prior to the presentation of awards. “It’s great to get a lot of commu-

nity feedback. The public is really pleased to see this exhibit. The timing is just right.”

Prizes awarded during the Friday, Aug. 16 gathering at the LAC main gallery were announced as follows:

• first place — Vera Graham, ‘A Masterpice is Served’;

• second place — Patricia MacLean, ‘Love apple Capital’;

• third place — Paul Leo Whiston — ‘Here are the Nominees for the Best Performance in a Supporting Role’;

• first honourable mention — Lana Garant, ‘Order Up’;

• second honourable mention — Marshall Heaton and

Antino Gauthier, ‘Tomato Cradle’.

A group of four judges including Dennis Jackson and Erin Harris as representatives of Heinz were given time to peruse the gallery of entries prior to the Aug. 16 gathering.

“Every year they come up with something different,” said Jackson, who runs the Heinz Keystone Gift Shop. “It’s amazing.”

“It’s the different interpretations that struck us,” Harris noted. “That’s what made it so hard to choose.”

The winning piece of Graham, who hails from Kingsville, included scenes from a variety of established artists including van Gogh,

Picasso, Whistler, Vermeer and Raphael. In the painting, van Gogh is depicted serving a bottle of Heinz ketchup to characters painted by the other aforementioned artists, each seated at a table with hot dogs on their respective plates.

The painting took Graham about two weeks to complete at an average of about six hours per day.

“You always try to create your best piece — those are each artist’s masterpiece,” Graham explained. “These are the masterpieces of many artists who all enjoy Heinz ketchup.”

While many participants featured in this year’s show were veterans of the arts, en-

tries were also submitted by younger prospects. Sixteenyear-old Nicole Drouillard submitted two pieces — a painting dubbed ‘The Heinz Castle’ and a sculpture of two knights holding ketchup bottles called ‘The Heinz Ketchup Protectors’.

The painting depicts a castle with bottles of Heinz ketchup as the towers.

“Whenever I’d come to Leamington to visit my grandparents, we’d drive by Heinz and it always looked like a castle to me,” said Drouillard, of Amherstburg.

“I wanted to do something completely different, something outrageous.”

Some of this year’s entries were also Ketchup To Art artists for the 2011 and 2012. Participants are from the Leamington/Kingsville area as well as communities across the county such as Windsor and LaSalle.

“It gets more creative and whimsical every year,” said Riley. “It’s a good mix of good artwork — it’s a fun show.”

This year’s show featured a few more entries than last year, as the planning process began in February, giving artists more time to create and submit their work.

“It’s not the kind of show where they can just enter something they’ve already done,” Riley noted.

The second annual Fill a Bus for the Salvation Army will be held at the Real Canadian Superstore this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, August 24 and 25.

School buses will soon be back on the road loaded with students, but for one weekend the Real Canadian Superstore and the Salvation Army are asking area residents to Fill A Bus with food donations.

Leamington’s C.A. Bailey Bus Company will have one of its buses parked at the Superstore on August 24 and 25 for people to leave donations of food.

The local Salvation Army Food Bank is in need of donations. Residents can bring in canned food items or purchase special packs inside the store to donate. Items in demand include peanut butter, canned fruit, canned meats and rice.

The Real Canadian Superstore has garnered the support of some of their vendors who have donated products for a barbecue. All proceeds from the barbecue will be donated to the Food Bank as well.

“This was a great success last year, and we want to continue our support of the Salvation Army,” said Superstore Manager James Lea.

Simona Lehan

From left to right are Cavendish Appetizers human resources manager Tracie Bradley, Ketchup To Art first place winner Vera Graham, third place winner Paul Leo Whiston, second honourable mention winner Marshall Heaton and H.J. Heinz Leamington representatives and judges Erin Harris and Dennis Jackson. Second place winner Patricia MacLean and first honourable mention winner Lana Garant were unable to attend the unveiling of this year’s Ketchup To Art awards presentation. (SUN Photo)

Waterfront trail expands through Essex County

By Bryan Jessop

Ontario’s Waterfront Trail has expanded by 620 km and includes 21 new communities, including Leamington and its neighbours Kingsville, Lakeshore and Chatham-Kent.

The expansion was unveiled by the Waterfront Regeneration Trust, a charitable group dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the trail. This year’s tour features 220 bicyclists embarking on a trip from Windsor to Fort Erie. Until this year, the trail ran from the Ontario-Quebec border to Niagara on the Lake and now spans 1,400 km. The trail now begins in the municipality of Lakeshore and runs the same Southwestern Ontario corridor as Highway 401. The meandering trail, however, is nearly 600 km longer than North America’s busiest highway.

The Waterfront Trail was formerly a marked path for cyclists making its way from the Niagara region to the provincial border spanning a distance of 780 km along what was mostly Lake Ontario. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair are now included in the trail.

This year’s tour began in Windsor on Sunday, Aug. 11 from Lakeshore to Windsor and for Day 2, ran from Windsor to Leamington. The second day, challenging the cyclists with nearly constant rain, ran a distance of 95 km for those who elected not to tour through Point Pelee and about 120 km for those who took the longer route to and from mainland Canada’s southernmost tip.

Each day of the tour also included local dignitaries, representatives and cycling enthusiasts who elected to take part in the local route, bringing the total number of participants to in excess of 250. For Day 2, Essex municipal councilor John Scott took on the role of Ride Leader. Scott, who participated in last year’s tour from Niagara to Cornwall, was instrumental in forming the local portion of the route. Other dignitaries for Day 2 included Essex County warden and Lakeshore mayor Tom Bain.

“I’ve always enjoyed cycling on bike trails,” said Day 2 particpant Jeff Lamoure, who as a resident of Essex County’s County Road 50, is familiar with lakefront bike riding. “We really need a bike trail in this area, so there’s also a need to get more people out

and support it.”

Cyclists on this year’s tour range from 13 to 74 years of age and cover an average of 60 to 100 km per day. This year’s event ends at Fort Erie, directly across the Niagara River from Buffalo, NY.

“This week’s event is just a snapshot of the growing market for mass cycling and running events that are attracted to regions that have this kind of long-distance infrastructure. We are really excited for the potential of a trail of this length,” said Waterfront Regeneration Trust executive director Marlaine Koehler.

The tour sold out two months prior to its start this year and includes cyclists from across Ontario as well as Quebec, Alberta, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, California, Idaho, Maryland and Ohio.

The Windsor to Leamington section of the route included stops at St. Joseph’s Parish in LaSalle, Fort Malden in Amherstburg, Captain’s Gallery in Colchester, the John R. Park Homestead, Kingsville’s Lakeside Park and for some, Point Pelee National Park. With many cyclists weary from the rain, the Pelee Days Inn sold out that night. Some from the group departed from the hotel’s rooms and grounds as early as 7 a.m. en route to Wheatley’s Two Creeks Conservation Area before finishing Day 3 at Rondeau Park.

The Waterfront Trail initiative came to life about 20

years ago in Toronto. About two-and-a-half years ago, political dignitaries were taken on a Lake Erie waterfront tour, a route that was later audited by experts. It was deemed an ideal expansion for the existing trail and with assistance through grant money, recently came to fruition.

“The trail route expansion is a great catalyst for communities to improve their waterfront areas,” said Waterfront Regeneration Trust program director Peter Lipscombe. “It’s the culmination of three years of work and it’s a very exciting initiative.”

The Waterfront Trial ex-

pansion has been organized in conjunction with the County Wide Active Transportation Study (CWATS).

The provisions packed by the more than 200 cyclists participating in the Great Waterfront Trail Adventure quickly piled up on the property immediately south of the Pelee Days Inn as cyclists arrived at their final destination for Day 1 of the week-long tour Monday, Aug. 12. (SUN Photo)

Participants of theGreat Waterfront Trail Adventure, an annual seven-day event, arrive at their final destination of Day 1 — Leamington’s Pelee Days Inn — late in the afternoon of Monday, Aug. 12. Some of the 200-plus cyclists camped out on the property immediately south of the hotel while others booked rooms after a rain-infested introduction to the tour.

(SUN Photos)

At the round table

A trip across the lake always brings an adventure. Saturday morning dawned as usual with an hour of extra zzzzz’s and the dilemma of what the plan for the day would entail.

It wasn’t until two hours prior to the Jiimaan leaving that I knew I’d be packing my bag for the islands. I walked the gangplank and felt my shoulders relax and lower as I crossed over to the other side.

A trip across the lake eases my stress level, unfurrows my brow and alleviates any need for Botox, an instant facelift!

the same sun sets back on the mainland or ‘across the lake.’ This magic occurs simply because we have taken the time to sit on a bench or stop along the roadside to catch our last glimpse of the sun as it silently drops below the horizon once again.

Peter, Erica, Midge, Judy, three Sharons, Teen, Diane, Tamara, Herbier, Laurie, Kent, Steve, John, Joel, Tom, Dick but no Harry, were a few of the people we met. How fortunate we were to have the honour of spending time with them. Gathering around the ‘round table’ was a special experience.

The evening around the ‘round table’ has changed us forever. Like all good days with great people, our hearts are warmer and our thoughts reflect on moments that bring back the smile to our faces causing us to giggle out loud.

We chuckled with strangers, watched the sunset with new friends, agreeing that the only person missing from another great night was Dick Holl.

This particular table was big enough to seat all eleven of us. Our ages ranged from 16 to 83. We touched elbows and toasted each other as well as others, who came from Ohio, Leamington, Wheatley and even a ‘born and bred’ Pelee Islander. I don’t know if it’s the air, the relaxed way of living, the pickling effects of the wine or a combination of them all, but the islander, the eldest of us, had a youthful glow and his arms still held the strength of a hardworking fisherman.

After enjoying a potluck buffet of wonderfully tasty dishes, we continued to sit around the round table and visit. The individuals who gathered there were as diverse as the flavours in the meal we shared. Unlike the food that had quickly vanished, each character’s spiciness was enhanced by every story that was told, as each person shared a taste of who they actually were, beyond their careers.

Richard Holl is a native of Cleveland, Ohio who has been living on the island for nearly six decades. His parents built and ran The Pelee Island Trading Post. As the story goes, his father greeted the ferry dressed in a kilt and piping the visitors ashore. Dick continued running the business for years after they were gone. Like many of the islanders, he has been sucked into the vortex and has not only seen and enjoyed the sunsets but continues to live life riding off into one.

Many friendships that are spawned on vacations dissolve like the sunset at the end of the day. We return back to our busy lives that are filled so full we can’t seem to find time for our longtime friends at home, let alone new ones.

The sunset is more beautiful on the island even though

“There will never be another opportunity to seize the possibilities of this moment. We can limit ourselves by failing to recognize this, and in doing so, let life pass us by. Or we can realize the greatest adventure is always the one we’re in right now.”

– The Tiny Buddha

Thanks for the moment!

Ode to the ballads

I’ve been picking up the old acoustic guitar quite a bit lately, trying to keep those finger calluses fresh and bringing back a boatload of memories at the same time.

Spent some time a few weeks ago with my cousin, Richard Pursel, who was my bandmate so many years ago. We jammed for about an hour at his place in Kingsville and figured that it was the first time we’d played together in almost 35 years. It’s funny, we picked up songs that we played in the mid-seventies and played them like we hadn’t missed a beat. I guess it’s like riding a bike.

recording of it that made it that much more appealing. If you get a chance, listen to the James Earl Jones recording made in the mid-nineties. His booming voice adds a special touch to the piece.

My love of music comes naturally, through my maternal grandmother’s side of the family. Her father and brothers, the Stewart boys, were main cogs in the old Leamington Boy’s Band and the whole family played musical instruments of some sort.

The poem was written in 1888 and surprisingly, many of the baseball references made in it would hold true today, except there were no performance enhancing drugs back then.

‘Casey’ was loosely based on the career of baseball player Mike “King” Kelly who had been sold to Boston by Chicago for $10,000 in 1887. That was a lot of money back then.

As a kid, my first musical memories consisted of pop songs like Sugar Shack and I Wanna Hold Your Hand. My love of the Beatles began way back then and continues to this day. The evolution of music that they brought to the scene was amazing, especially in a time where everything was simpler and sounds were more raw than the autotuned industry we see today.

As for ‘Sam McGee’, it was a piece of fiction, but many of the places and names in the poem were from Service’s own experiences in the Canadian Yukon.

Along with my musical interests, I took a great interest in classic poetry, inspired by two great epic poems we learned at Gore Hill when I was young.

The first, The Cremation of Sam McGee, fascinated me from the first stanza. “There are strange things done in the midnight sun, by the men who moil for gold. The Arctic trails have their secret tales that would make your blood run cold.”

Englishman Robert Service wrote that piece in 1907 and over the next 100 plus years, it’s been told around campfires and in schools, making kids like me, who would otherwise not take an interest in poetry, sit up and take notice.

There is something about the ballads that reel me in. Songs are the same way for me. I’ll take a ballad over anything else, any day of the week.

The other poem I was drawn to as a youngster was Casey At The Bat.

Being a baseball nut, I couldn’t help but be drawn to this epic poem when I first heard it in grade 4. Our teacher not only gave us written copies, but also brought in a Disney

Along with my love for these two poetic ballads, came my love for musical ballads, many of which are not ballads in the classical sense, but in the storytelling sense.

American Pie comes to mind. Don McLean’s 1971 telling of the Buddy Holly tragedy is a classic story put to music.

For a Canadian twist, how about the Tragically Hip’s Fifty Mission Cap, the story of the disappearance of Toronto Maple Leafs legend Bill Barilko. The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald is also a great song that tells a story.

I could go on and on but I won’t. Suffice to say that today’s music falls far short in most cases when it comes to telling a story. Sure, there are some catchy tunes out there, but many are just knockoffs of what we heard 40 years ago, and most have no substance at all.

Funny when you think about it. In the beginning, the most popular rock and roll songs consisted of three or four chords, simply played with voices that could carry a tune. Many classic songs still only consist of the same set of chords, just arranged differently.

But nobody tells a story better than the folksy artists of the seventies and that’s an era that will live on in recordings for years to come.

MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings

SECC’s St. Clair College student shuttle pilot project

is a go for fall

South Essex Community Council (SECC) will run a pilot project this fall that will offer a shuttle service to St. Clair College students residing in the Leamington, Wheatley, Kingsville and Essex areas.

Beginning on Tuesday, September 3, St. Clair College students who have pre-registered for the shuttle service and purchased a pass will be able to board an Erie Shore Community Transit vehicle at one of three designated pick-up/drop-off locations: the FreshCo grocery store plaza on Erie Street South in Leamington, the Zehr’s grocery store on Main Street East in Kingsville or the McDonald’s parking lot on Maidstone Ave. West in Essex, just off Highway 3.

The shuttle will operate Monday to Friday and will pick up in Leamington at 6:30 a.m., in Kingsville at 6:50 a.m. and in Essex at 7:15 a.m. The shuttle will drop students off just before 8:00 a.m. at the college’s main South Campus on Talbot Road in Windsor only and will return to the college at 5:15 p.m. to bring students home for the evening.

“SECC understands that transportation is a challenge for many in the county and feels strongly that it can play a role in alleviating those challenges for county residents. This is only the beginning, but this pilot project allows SECC to really evaluate the need and desire for transportation services to and from Windsor,” said Carolyn Warkentin, SECC Executive Director. “We are very excited about the possibilities! If this goes well, the project will continue for the Winter 2014 semester and perhaps expand to include trips to the University of Windsor.”

A pass will cost $200 per month. A maximum of 14 seats are available and will be offered on a first-to-register basis. Registration deadline is August 28, 2013. Payment for the September shuttle pass will be due at time of registration or upon boarding the shuttle on September 3. Students will need to show their pass and student I.D. card to the driver each time they board the shuttle. Students without a valid pass and I.D. or who have not paid will not be permitted to ride the shuttle.

To register or for more information contact James Impens, Program Leader for Erie Shore Community Transit at 519-326-9030 or visit the main office at 215 Talbot Street East in Leamington by Wednesday, August 28.

Court of Revision

Leamington Council began its Monday evening, Aug. 12, meeting sitting as the Court of Revision for four drainage matters. One was the re-alignment of the Lamarsh Creek and William Young Drain to the special benefit of a single landowner who foots the entire bill. Two were closely related since some landowners were mistakenly identified as part of the Fraser Road Drain watershed rather than the Lapos Drain Watershed (and vice versa) and this error was being corrected. The last was to assess for bridge construction on the First Concession Road Drain East, the lion’s share of which was being paid by the owner the bridge would serve. The lone question raised was by a resident unfamiliar with drainage issues and the Ontario Drainage Act. Since it was not in opposition to the assessment, once the confusion was resolved, the matter was closed.

MP Attends Council Meeting

Chatham-Kent Essex MP Dave Van Kesteren attended the Municipal Council meeting Mon. Aug. 12. As part of his message, he stressed he strongly supports the trunk sewer line planned for Bevel Line and supporting Point Pelee Drive. He also indicated federal money will be available in 2014.

Leamington resident

wins lottery prize

Domenic Dimenna of Leamington is one step closer to claiming his lottery win of $100,000 from INSTANT CLEOPATRA (Game #1728).

Domenic’s wife is an employee at an OLG retail location, so his prize falls within OLG’s definition of an Insider Win. The first step of a two-step Insider Win process has been completed. The process is an independent investigation of the claim by a third-party working in partnership with OLG’s regulator the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO).

The prize will be held for a 30-day waiting period as part of OLG’s Insider Wins process, in order for OLG to publicize the win. If there are no additional claims on this prize, it will be paid to the claimant on September 13, 2013 based on this 30day wait period.

The ticket was purchased at Jack’s Mini Mart & Coffee Shop on Talbot Street in Leamington.

Pickup strikes cottage, driver

On Sunday, August 18, at 7:00 p.m., the OPP responded to the 900 block of Point Pelee Drive for a crash involving a pickup truck and a cottage.

Officers arrived on the scene and observed a 2013 Dodge Ram pickup truck pressed up against a cottage with severe damage to both vehicle and cottage. The cottage was pushed approximately 2 feet from its foundation.

The driver of the pickup and sole occupant, 23-yearold Justin Slock of Leamington, received minor injuries and was taken to Leamington District Memorial Hospital, treated and later released.

He was subsequently charged with impaired operation of a motor vehicle, exceeding 80 mg Blood Alcohol Contest (BAC) and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

There were no other injuries reported.

(SUN Photo)

Leamington Tomato Stomp!

Stomp Champs

Miss Leamington

Tomato Festival

(Continued from Front)

Epp was one of 10 young ladies competing for the crown. Leamington’s Ashley Clifford wowed the crowd with her performance of the song “Popular” from the musical “Wicked”, earning her the Shining Star Award as talent runner-up. The 17-year-old Leamington District Secondary School student was also named 1st runner-up.

Nicole Ricci, 18, a graduate of Kingsville District High School, was named 2nd runner-up.

Kingsville’s Chanel Riosa, 19, earned the Miss Congeniality Award; Leamington’s Eva Wiebe, 17, was named Miss Photogenic; Jade Parent, 17, a Cardinal Carter student earned the Girl Power Award; and Vanessa Vreman, a 19-year-old student at the University of Windsor, was named Miss Entrepreneur for raising over $1,800 in the fundraising portion of the pageant (as a group, the young ladies raised nearly $9,000 for charity).

The remaining contestants were Jenna Zanki, 18, Deanna Abbruzzese, 17, and Mara Ondejko, 16.

Taking on the difficult task of judging the competition were Tracy Thoman, Cordell Green, John and Michele Law, Maeve Johnston, Dave Janick and Dr. Alexandrea Gow.

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the pageant has presented over $150,000 in scholarship funds to its entrants through the years.

Co-hosts for the evening were Nikki Scaddan and Erin Armstrong. Scaddan was also a member of the 2013 Pageant Committee, along with her mother, pageant co-ordinator Sue Scaddan, Carol Derksen, Josey Tiessen, Brenda Driedger and Kaitlyn Clifford.

Members of the Junior Committee were Tara Omstead (2012 pageant winner), Erica Tilley, Ashley Mariano, Delainha Radu and Catherine Valle.

Second runner-up Nicole Ricci (left) and 1st runner-up Ashley Clifford (right) flank this year’s queen Jessica Epp. (SUN Photos)

Ten young ladies competed for scholarships at the 30th Annual Leamington Tomato Festival Pageant Thursday night at the complex. Contestants included, from left to right, Nicole Ricci (2nd runner-up), Jenna Zanki, Deanna Abbruzzese, Jade Parent, Vanessa Vreman, winner Jessica Epp, Ashley Clifford (1st runner-up), Eva Wiebe, Mara Ondejko and Chanel Riosa.

First runner-up Ashley Clifford performs “Popular” from the musical “Wicked”.

2012 pageant winner Tara Omstead crowns this year’s winner Jessica Epp.

Mara Ondejko performs her choreographed dance routine.

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ANSWERS ON PAGE 30

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Now is a great time to explore new culinary horizons, Aries. You just may find a new type of cuisine that you never would have anticipated liking.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, if you feel like there haven't been too many opportunities to socialize with friends, host your own gathering of friends and family. Start planning now.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, sometimes forgetting responsibilities and acting like a child for a day can be good for the spirit. Take a mental health day and don't let worries get you down for a few hours.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, make travel plans before the summer passes you by. There has never been a better time to get out for a road trip or book a weekend jaunt to somewhere special.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, it can be difficult to upstage you, but someone else steps into the spotlight at work and it has you reeling for a little while. Be the bigger person and offer congrats.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you might be ultra careful when choosing friends, but keep in mind those closest to you have been there through thick and thin. Remember that this week.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, despite the many changes you have made, you still don't feel completely satisfied. You can't put your finger on what is off, but you will get to it eventually.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, you have heard the saying that you catch more flies with honey. Be prepared to lay the honey on especially thick this week. Have fun with it.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, it's hard to smile when you are feeling upset. This is not the week to let your true feelings show, though. Get through your obligations first.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Carpricorn, if you have been thinking about getting active to shed a few pounds, then try something fun like playing a sport. Exercise doesn't have to mean time in the gym.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Certain aspects of your life are a work in progress, Aquarius. Other things you have under control. This week, focus on the things that may be holding you back.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, while creative pursuits tickle your fancy this week, some more mundane tasks require your immediate attention.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

AUGUST 18

Edward Norton, Actor (44)

AUGUST 19

John Stamos, Actor (50)

AUGUST 20

Robert Plant, Singer (65)

AUGUST 21

Hayden Panettiere, Actress (24)

AUGUST 22

Tori Amos, Singer (50)

AUGUST 23

Ray Park, Actor (39)

AUGUST 24

Anze Kopitar, Athlete (26)

Above - Team Wheatley 1 (Station 20 Chatham-Kent) battles the Tilbury department (Station 19 ChathamKent) during a preliminary round of the Leamington Tomato Festival Water Barrel Fights on the dock parking lot Sunday, Aug. 18. This year’s competition consisted of five teams — two from Wheatley, one from Dresden, one from Tilbury and the host team of the Leamington Fire Department. The Wheatley 2 team, donning oldfashioned helmets and outfits, won the event. Tilbury’s team finished second while Wheatley 1 came in third.

Leamington approves internet voting for 2014 election

For most of us, anything that is more than a year away is far off in the future and best forgotten for a while. Not for municipal staff getting ready for the next municipal election. They are already thinking about voting.

In a report presented to Council Monday, Aug. 12, the Director of Corporate Services, Brian Sweet, has recommended that “internet voting” be implemented for the upcoming election. By way of background information, here are some quotes from that report:

“In 1996, the Municipal Elections Act was amended to allow municipalities to use alternative forms of voting other than paper ballots at polling stations. In the 2000 municipal election, and the three municipal elections since, Leamington has used the alternative voting method of mail-in ballots... By the 2010 election, Leamington election staff had refined the process so there were few problems and the election results were delivered quickly after the end of voting.”

Right - The hosting Leamington Fire Department team took on Tilbury.

“Internet voting is now used in many countries around the world and it is the most convenient and accessible form of voting for the majority of electors. It is also the least expensive. In 2010, approximately forty-four (44) Ontario municipalities used internet voting in combination with some other form of voting... Municipal election staff from seven (7) local municipalities formed a working group to investigate using internet voting in 2014. The working group included the chief election officials from Chatham-Kent, Lakeshore, Leamington, LaSalle, Amherstburg, Tecumseh and Kingsville. The working group contacted all of the municipal clerks who used internet voting in the 2010 election to obtain their comments and recommendations. All of the clerks who responded stated that internet voting went well and the voters accepted it. None of the clerks experienced any security problems and all of them said they would recommend using internet voting to their Council again in 2014.”

Mr. Sweet’s overview was followed by a presentation by Mr. Landon Tresise of Scytl Canada, a company that specializes in internet voting and is known worldwide for their expertise. He demonstrated to Council how voting would be secure, private and verifiable at all stages of the election.

Citizen of the Year Award, Youth Volunteer Award & Service to the Community Award

Basically, it relies on a system much like a bank card to verify that only you can represent yourself on the computer, a receipt system so that you can verify that your vote was received and included, a method to detect any attempt at deception, and a system of checks and balances that can satisfy a court of law on the integrity of the voting process. He even described how sessions can be held to accommodate those who have no internet access, those unfamiliar with computers, and special needs voters. (Voting instructions can be provided in up to 700 languages by his company.)

With all this information, Leamington Council members voted to institute internet voting in the 2014 election. Get ready for the future – it’s coming at you faster than you think!

The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington appreciates and acknowledges the many VOLUNTEERS who come forward to aid their community with their time and expertise. Council will accept submissions for the “Citizen of the Year Award”, “Leamington Youth Volunteer Award” and “Service to the Community Award”. Citizen of the Year Award - is defined as an individual who has contributed their time and effort to the community. Names submitted should be residents of Leamington.

Youth Volunteer Award - is defined as an individual whose primary residence is in Leamington, is eighteen (18) years of age or younger and who has participated as a volunteer in activities that benefit the residents of Leamington. Volunteer activities may include activities undertaken with other individuals or groups but do not include activities where the nominee receives payment or obtains an educational credit.

Service to the Community Award - is defined as a group, whose single contribution brings the greatest benefit, comfort or hope to the community.

A project may extend over more than one year, but may only be proposed in the year during which the benefit to the community is realized.

Building Week:

Small groups were handed a bag full of miscellaneous materials and had to figure out the best way to build the highest structure. This group used big pyramid cups for the tallest structure.

Day Camp fun at Complex

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 - Not Quite Carnegie Summer Concert Series presents multilingual singer/songwriter Donna Creighton at 7:00 p.m. on the lawn at the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, 28 Division St. S., Kingsville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. All ages welcome. Concerts are free but the hat is passed for donations. In case of rain, Epworth United Church Hall will host the event.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 - Cruisin’ For A Cause Day - A&W Restaurant will donate $1 from every Teen Burger purchased to the MS Society. Proceeds will be used for local client services and research to find a cure. More info at jackie.putterman@mssociety.ca or by calling 519-977-9221.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 - Yard Sale at First Lutheran Church, 27 Spruce St. Kingsville, 8:30 a.m.3:00 p.m. in the church parking lot. All donations will go towards our Mission project in Nicaragua.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 - Free Summer Concert featuring Early Cash, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., at the bottom of the hill at Seacliff Park. Bring a lawn chair and sit on the hill or enjoy refreshments on the concession patio. All ages welcome!

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 - FREE

Well Baby and Child Drop-in Clinic, from 1:00-3:30 p.m., at Mill Street Ontario Early Years Centre, 134 Mill St. (Mill St. Public School), Leamington. The clinics are for healthy babies and children from birth to 6 years old. Meet with a public health nurse to have your baby weighed and measured. Caregivers will also be able to speak with a nurse about breastfeeding, growth and development, parenting and injury prevention. No appointment needed. For more info or future clinic dates visit www.wechealthunit.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4Blood Donor Clinic, from 1:007:00 p.m. at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Blood donors needed –new donors welcome. Can you spare an hour of your time to help save a life? Bring a friend and donate by calling 1-888-236-6283 for info or to book an appointment. Walk-ins welcome.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 - Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association Annual Farm Twilight Tour, at 2:00 p.m. at the John Fittler farm, 2201 Deer Run Rd., Leamington (just east of Mersea Rd. 21). Focus: “Healthy Soil, Healthy Environment”. Fertilizer management and water quality

Sports Week:

The summer fun at Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex Day Camp has featured a different theme each week. Complex campers get to swim and skate all the time, but they’re also introduced to learning new sports like pickleball.

issues will be demonstrated and discussed. For info call 519-7765209 ext. 369.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 - Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington will be providing a free meal for those in need of food and fellowship in the community at 5:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Open House, 7:30 p.m., at Mackenzie Hall, 3277 Sandwich St. W., Windsor. No experience, partner or equipment required except comfortable shoes. An evening of free fun and great exercise. For info call 519-974-1363.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11FREE Well Baby and Child Dropin Clinic, from 1:00-3:30 p.m., at Mill Street Ontario Early Years Centre, 134 Mill St. (Mill St. Public School), Leamington. The clinics are for healthy babies and children from birth to 6 years old. Meet with a public health nurse to have your baby weighed and measured. Caregivers will also be able to speak with a nurse about breastfeeding, growth and development, parenting and injury prevention. No appointment needed. For more info or future clinic dates visit www.wechealthunit.org.

Why am I not a senator?

LLOYD BROWNJOHN

Cobweb Corner...

Refreshing, that’s what it is. Most refreshing to see these tubby little Senate of Canada appointees getting their fancy travel and housing accounts scrutinized by the RCMP and others.

Over the course of my many, far too many years, I’ve had appointments and awards and travel accounts and orange juice at as much as $2 glass, and even a limousine now and then. I’ve had experience fiddling and filing my expense accounts for government auditors and other serious minded pencil pushers. I’ve had a few “Order-in-Council” appointments and received a gold medal from the Queen (I confess I bit into it to see if there was chocolate inside – there wasn’t!) and I’ve been tapped as an expert consultant and even witness for assorted commissions, supreme courts and legislative and parliamentary commissions.

So, the bottom line is, I not only know about government expense accounts but I also know how to fiddle them now and then to cover up some of those services one can receive whilst on the road on government business.

I have reckoned, therefore, as both my seniority and stability increased with time, I would be a prime candidate for an appointment to Canada’s Senate. I know how to travel the country at public expense doing important things. Sometimes I’ve never been certain just what those important things are, but not to be dissuaded. For my Queen and Country I’ve endured plush and disgusting hotels in every major Canadian city, from Dildo, Newfoundland to Horsefly, British Columbia.

I’ve written speeches, given speeches, listened to speeches and endured politicians for so many years and in so many locations, I think I satisfy requirements as a person most highly qualified for an appointment to an ostensibly prestigious old folks retirement home that we fancifully call Canada’s Senate.

Years ago I sat on the University of Windsor’s Academic Senate. There I learned how to “hurumph” and “perumph” like the best of academics. As I learned from experience in the academic racket at the U of W, and to paraphrase Winston Churchill, “Never have so many spent so much time talking about things of so little consequence.”

And were I a full-fledged appointee to Canada’s Senate, I most certainly would know how to “huff and puff” like the best of them and mutter pompous phrases of little consequence. I could wander about the country “supporting” whomever needed my prestige and chubby face. I could make apparently profound speeches on subjects foreign and unintelligible. I could stretch a one-minute comment to 20 minutes and then, when questioned, inform the annoying media type that “I think if you check your recording you’ll see I’ve answered all your (dumb – insert as needed) questions.”

I do have the “wisdom of age”. But I suppose I’m now too late both age-wise and in terms of politics for that coveted Senate appointment. The public feeding trough is already overburdened and Canada’s Senate probably has no need for another old guy catching afternoon naps in the Red Chamber or slipping out of the Senate Retirement Residence for another important call from a lobbyist.

I’m disappointed, but can console myself with the knowledge that I can get a much better breakfast at any number of eateries in this neighborhood, and orange juice is still cheaper than that purchased by another politician now disgraced.

On second thought, maybe they do need me in the Senate. After all, I know my way to the Parliamentary restaurant, or is that “trough”?

Protect your family and yourself: summer safety reminder

During the summer, we often hear of tragedies that could have been avoided. Homes are broken into, motorists are killed or injured in motor vehicle collisions, and boaters go missing. Many of these tragedies could be avoided with some careful planning, as well as driving more safely and responsibly.

Should you be going away on vacation this summer, please ensure all your windows and doors are closed and locked before you leave. While on the roadway, obey the posted speed limits and wear your seatbelt. On the water, please make sure everyone is wearing a lifejacket. Should you be drinking, plan ahead. Don’t drink and drive.

Cyclist injured in Leamington crash

The Leamington OPP responded to a crash Thursday evening, August 15 between a pickup truck and a cyclist.

Officers were called to the intersection of Erie Street North and Hazelton Street in Leamington at approximately 8:45 p.m. A cyclist was travelling northbound on the west sidewalk on Erie Street North while a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado was travelling westbound from Foundry Street, across Erie Street North and onto Hazelton Street.

Witnesses observed the cyclist, who exhibited signs of impairment, pull out into the path of the slowly crossing pickup truck and subsequently lose control causing him to fall off of his bike and strike his head on a metal sewer plate. The cyclist, a 56-year-old Leamington man, was not wearing a helmet.

The cyclist was taken to Leamington District Memorial Hospital and then later transferred to Victoria Hospital in London with serious life threatening injuries.

The driver of the pickup truck, a 26-year-old Leamington man, was not injured.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Wanted... Muscles, Wheels & Time!

BANK NOTES

10 ERIE STREET SOUTH LEAMINGTON 519-326-8805

Are you available from 9 until noon on Saturday August 24th? We will be moving the contents of The Bank Theatre at 10 Erie Street North to storage in preparation for the next Phase of renovations. Everything has to be moved before the roof comes off!

For those able to help, for part or all of the morning, please call The Bank Theatre phone line at 519-326-8805 and leave a message. Include your telephone number and we will get back to you. Thank you.

TBT’S OFF-SITE MUSIC SERIES BEGINS SEPTEMBER 7, 2013!

TBT’s Off-Site Music Series will be held monthly at Knox Presbyterian Church in Leamington (58 Erie Street SouthErie & Setterington) while Phase II of our renovations is underway at the theatre. This Phase includes raising the roof and removing the vault to improve acoustics, lighting and sight lines and to increase the size of the stage.

The first concert in the series, on Saturday September 7th, entitled “Canadian Women of Song” features Sharon Light, Allison Brown, Karen Morand and Janet Dixon. Come and be entertained by these four local, wonderfully talented women as they share the music of Joni Mitchell, Sylvia Tyson, Sarah Harmer, Rita MacNeil, Anne Murray and so many others.

All performances in the Off-Site Series will be held on Saturdays beginning at 7:00 pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior. Tickets are $12 each, available in Leamington at Guardian Drugs (20 Talbot Street E) and The Lesson Lounge (120 Erie Street S), in Wheatley at The Party & Discount Store (8 Talbot Street W) and in Kingsville at Rebel Cowboy Music (49 Main Street W).

Mark your calendar now for the entire Off-Site Series: September 7th: “Canadian Women of Song“, featuring Sharon Light, Allison Brown, Karen Morand & Janet Dixon October 5th: “The Music of John Denver“, featuring Dale Butler and Friends

November 2nd: “A Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot“, featuring Dave Light and his Lightfoot Tribute Band December 7th: “The Music Moves Kids Choir“, under the direction of Erin Armstrong

January 11th: “Jazzed Up January“, featuring Ian Smith and Friends.

TBT PRESENTS OKTOBERFEST

Toys, clothing, pots and pans! These items are not recyclable in our curbside recycling program. However, these items can have a ‘second life’ through donation. Please bring your gently used toys, pots, pans, books, games, furniture, etc. to our Public Drop Off in Windsor where we have a Goodwill trailer for your donations. For a full list of acceptable donations visit: www.ewswa.org/recycling/goodwill-donation-centre

Saturday, September 21st at The Rhine-Danube Club (130 Erie Street North, Leamington). The evening begins with cocktails at 5 pm and a lovely schnitzel and chicken dinner at 6 pm. Come enjoy a full evening of good food, entertainment, dance and a silent auction. Tickets $30 each, available early September at Guardian Drugs (Leamington) and The Party and Discount Store (Wheatley).

NEW CHILDREN'S CHOIR directed by Erin Armstrong and Christine Turingia. Rehearsals begin after Labour Day from 6-8 pm on Tuesday nights at the Mersea United Church in Blytheswood. Performances: Saturday, December 7, 7 pm at Knox Presbyterian, Leamington (part of The Bank Theatre's OFF-SITE MUSIC SERIES ) followed by Sunday, December 8 at 2 pm. Call 519-965-4648 to register. $100 for the Fall Semester.

A BIT OF CANADA’S THEATRE HISTORY

Canada's own MARIE DRESSLER was born Leila Koerber, in Cobourg, Ontario, in 1868. She started her performing career singing in church. After leaving home at the age of 14, she joined a stock theatre company in Nevada as a chorus girl. Her Broadway debut came in 1892 but she quickly found herself starring in Vaudeville even though she had hoped for a career in Light Opera. Her buxom figure was an asset that she rigorously maintained throughout her career on the stage and the silver screen. Ms. Dressler was, North America’s top box office draw in the early 1930’s and at one time, the highest paid star in the movie industry earning more than Mickey Mouse or Greta Garbo. In 1933, she was the first woman to grace the cover of Time Magazine. Marie Dressler died of cancer in 1934 in California.

Her birth home, known as the "Marie Dressler House" was converted into a restaurant in 1937 and was the first licensed patio in Ontario. The building was severely damaged by fire in 1989 and after its restoration was converted to a museum dedicated to Ms. Dressler and her "entertaining" life. The 'Marie

each year with

and Port Hope.

Quality and Customer Satisfaction are the reasons why this family business has been successfully operating for over 60 years

Williams Nurseries Ltd. is located in Leamington, Ontario, the most southernly tip of Canada. This ideal location with its moderate temperatures and rich golden soil is responsible for producing the very best in fresh-field grown nursery stock.

The nursery consists of approximately 10 acres of field production, four and a half acre home farm devoted to container growing, a retail Garden Centre and Antique barn, propagation area, and a wholesale holding yard.

Located in the heart of "Tomato Country" E.J. Williams & Sons Nurseries, as the business was originally called, was established in 1953 and became a limited company in 1967.

After Ernest Williams passed away in 1973, Wray Williams, the youngest of the family, became the sole owner and operator of Williams Nurseries Ltd.

Wray's son, Mark, the second of his three sons, has worked within the family farm full time since 1976 and graduated from Humber College in 1982.

In 1997, Mark became the sole owner and president of the nursery along with his wife, Susan, who manages the retail garden centre division as well as the wholesale division.

The retail Garden Centre has undergone a few changes this season!

We've added more bulk products to purchase by the yard and have also added some new display gardens. An extended line of garden giftware graces the inside of the store and a selection of antiques grace the front porch and yard area!

You will still find quality potted shade trees, evergreens, ornamentals, flowering shrubs, perennials, fruit plants and friendly service!

SHADE

H.J. Heinz representative and judge Dennis Jackson (right) gets a close look at Marshall Heaton and Antino Gauthier’s ‘Tomato Cradle’, one of 27 entries in the third annual Ketchup To Art gallery and competition, hosted by the Leamington Arts Centre. The creation earned second Honourable Mention. Mike Thibodeau, left, South Essex Arts Association Board member, checks out the cradle with Jackson. (SUN Photo)

Vera Graham (left) poses along with her

tatives and judges Erin Harris and Dennis Jackson

the Leamington Arts Centre.

Military Muster attracts over 3,000 visitors

By Bill Siddall

The 4th annual Southern Ontario Military Muster was held at the Essex Arena on August 10-11 featuring over 40 military vehicles, a First World War trench system, up to 100 military re-enactors from Ontario, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana, and many military vendors.

The show was well attended with over 3,000 visitors of all ages, from toddlers to World War Two veterans, enjoying the displays.

As this is the Year of the Korean War Veteran, a special presentation was made to 20 local Korean vets by area dignitaries. Although some of the men and women who participated in the Korean conflict feel it was “The Forgotten War”, their bravery and sacrifices are not forgotten by the South Koreans who were saved from communist oppression. Among those being honoured was Glen Innes Dibbley of Wheatley, who served in Korea as a gunner with the 216th Field Battery of the 4th Royal Canadian Horse Artillery.

A new and moving feature at the military muster this year was a tribute to the Canadian soldiers who paid the supreme sacrifice in Afghanistan. One hundred and fifty eight flags, bearing the name and picture of a soldier who died during the Afghanistan conflict, were planted to form a field of flags with the traditional bayoneted rifle and helmet imbedded in the ground.

As always, the Southern Ontario Military Muster is dedicated to all the men and women who have and are currently serving in Canada’s Armed Forces, in peacetime and wartime, and those who laid down their lives so that we can live free — a debt that can never be repaid.

Council Extends Agreement with

Leamington Council agreed to extend the existing advertising agreement with the Leamington Flyers organization at Monday night’s regular council meeting. The agreement allows the Flyers to gain revenue from new advertisers they attract.

Korean War veteran Glen Innes Dibbley, of Wheatley, in front of a Field Artillery Tractor (Quad) used to tow a 25 pounder field piece. The vehicle is like the one driven by Mr. Dibbley in Korea. It was one of over 40 military vehicles on display at the Southern Ontario Military Muster held Aug. 10-11 in Essex.

A field of flags commemorating the 158 Canadian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Afghanistan war was a new and moving feature at the Southern Ontario Military Muster in Essex Aug. 10-11.

Two Creeks welcomes perennial favourite Dale Butler & Friends

Dale Butler & Friends will be performing Sun. Aug. 25, 6:30 p.m., at Two Creeks Conservation Area, located 1 km north of the village of Wheatley.

Dale, is a well known singer-songwriter from the neighbouring town of Leamington, performs a variety of music which includes gospel, bluegrass, country and folk. He is a fulltime musician who entertains at many area festivals, retirement and seniors homes and church fundraising concerts, as well as hosting the Last Friday Coffee House in his hometown. Being a member of the Windsor Regional Writer’s Group, Dale contributed a song entitled “And I March”, which is recorded on the CD “Reflections 1812”. The Dale has performed on the Two Creeks stage many times with wife his Judy on vocals, Gord Harwood on bass guitar, Dan Tofflemire on guitar, mandolin, dobro and banjo, and Stu Campbell on drums and vocals.

Bring your lawn chair or blanket to the area’s only outdoor amphitheatre and enjoy Dale Butler & Friends. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are held in the pavilion.

The hat is passed to help pay for performers and maintain the venue. Wheatley Scouts operate a concession stand during the concert season. There is also a receptacle for recycling used household batteries.

For further information, visit the website at www.twocreeks.ca or telephone 519-3246988.

Midsummer planting

Starting to plant your garden in August may seem like a waste of time, but a midsummer pick-me-up will give everything a colourful fresh appearance.

BILL PLUMB

In the back yard...

A second planting of tomatoes in full sun from starter plants will produce and ripen by November. Beans, celery, corn, cucumber and squash will also result in a fall harvest.

Planting annuals such as zinnias and marigolds are great for quick color. Watering in August should be done every morning, two-three times a week, soaking the soil 5-6 inches below the surface. Plants in containers should be moved to a shadier location.

Fall garden crops need plenty of time to mature, keeping in mind cooler weather and shorter days will result in slower growth. Using your garden journal will help to determine from year to year the successes and failures for ideal planting times and harvest.

Brussels sprouts, cabbage and green onions will continue to grow even when temperatures reach below freezing by covering with straw or using a plastic covered cold frame.

Count backwards from the last frost date documented in your journal. This will help determine when to sow seeds and plant starter plants for the cool-season vegetable crop. Many vegetables planted in midsummer are ready for harvest within 45-65 days from planting. Always choose the best varieties and pay a little more money to increase higher

yields and better quality for your efforts.

My three-year garden journal is still available simply by ordering at inthebackyard74@yahoo.ca.

159th Harrow Fair ~ Aug 29 - Sept 1

Harrow Fair Office: 519-738-3262 Admission: $7.00 for adults; Children 12 & under are FREE. Weekend Pass $15.00

SATURDAY, August 31st

10:00am4-H Dairy Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

11:30amPARADE

1:00 pmJudging Dairy Cattle, Show Ring

entries.

4:00pm4H- Sheep Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring Judging Sheep, Show Ring

6:00pmPie Auction, Stage

7:30pm4H- Poultry Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

7:30pmHARROW FAIR OFFICIAL OPENING Stage

8:00pm The Mike Ure Band, Stage

FRIDAY, August 30th

9:00am4H- Swine Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring

9:00amHaflinger, Welsh Ponies, Grade, Heavy Horse, Shetland Pony Show, Horse Ring

10:30amTeddy Bear Parade, Stage

10:30am4-H Beef Club, Achievement Day, Show Ring Noon Tim Holland, Stage

1:00pmJudging Beef Cattle, Show Ring

1:30pmMom or Dad Calling Contest, Stage

2:30pmRoller Pigeon Contest, Poultry Barn

3:00pm4-H Swine, Beef, Poultry & Sheep Auction, Show Ring

7:00pmPie &Cookie Eating Contest, in front of Stage

8:00pm Dallas Smith, Stage

August 29th

1:00pm to 5:00pm &

6:00pm

2:00pm (immediately following Parade) Rooster Crowing Contest, (birds & people), Poultry Barn

2:00pm (immediately following Parade) Tractor Pull Horse Ring

5:00pmLawn Tractor Races, Horse Ring

6:00pmBossy Bingo -4-H Dairy Club, Show Ring

8:00pm Bobby Wills, Stage SUNDAY, September 1st

9:30amChurch Service Stage

10am-5pm Demonstration Tent east corner of Scout Hall

10:00amLight Horse Show Horse Ring NoonBorder City Barkers Agility Show, Show Ring

1:00pmPedal Tractor Pull

1:00pmEntertainment, Stage 5-6:30 pmPick up exhibits from the halls NO DOGS ALLOWED ON THE GROUNDS

STUFFA BUS

Dale Butler & Friends

Tilbury-made 1935 Hudson

Eight: where is it today?

Robert Whitmore of Calgary, Alberta, writes to ask my help in finding a car he sold about 50 years ago. In 1959, when he and his family lived in Toronto, Robert’s younger brother Gary started his first job and needed a cheap car. They heard of an older gentleman in the ‘Beaches’ area who had an old car in his garage that he might sell.

“It was a rust-free 1935 Hudson with a straight eight engine,” recalls Robert. “He said he kept a little oil in the cylinders and turned it over regularly. But he didn’t think it too appropriate for a young guy like my brother. Sometime later, we visited again and I asked if he would sell the car to me, not my kid brother. He saw my ’49 Chrysler on the street, which I always kept like new. He sold me his car for $75.

“My older Uncle Wilfred and I pumped up the tires, which held air, and jacked up the car to remove the blocks. Then we towed it with a chain to my brother Bill’s house in Unionville, with my uncle as the ‘brake’ man in the Hudson while I drove the Chrysler tow car.

“After a thorough cleaning, it looked like new. After checking and topping up fluids and installing a battery, we tried to start it. Brother Bill towed it with a new Plymouth while my late father drove the Hudson, with me as co-pilot. After some tire-shuddering jerks in gear, the Hudson let out a cloud of smoke and started up. It sat idling like it had run every day.

“I stored the car there for over a year. Then the house was being sold and I had to move it. Another uncle lived on a farm on Weston Road between Finch and Steeles Avenue. Another tow job on a chain from Unionville to the farm. Two years later, disaster struck again. The farm was sold. I lived in Toronto. No garage, and on a beginner’s salary. I advertised it for sale, I believe, in the Toronto Star. Two men bought it and I recovered my $75.

Retirement

“I was very sorry to see this car go. It had chromed extended horns at the front, a chrome-bar foot rest on the rear floor, and pull-down window shades. I still have the Original Owner’s Manual which says ‘Hudson Motors of Canada Ltd., Tilbury, Ontario.’ ”

Do any of our readers know of an old car stored in a barn? Let us know! It might be the 1935 Hudson Eight we’re looking for.

Robert Whitmore’s 1935 Hudson Eight sedan just out of years of storage in Toronto around 1960.

Kristin Shreve DD ~ Denturist Denture Specialist

Black Bear Farms welcomes Japanese students

On Wednesday, August 7, Black Bear Farms welcomed 56 Japanese students along with 14 teachers and university students from Japan and Windsor. This is the fourth year that high school students from Misono Girls School in Japan have visited the Rondelez family’s Black Bear Farms at 1137 County Road 20, west of Kingsville.

The students are from the home city of Fujisawa, Japan, and are in the area for a twoweek visit. They are staying with host families in Windsor.

The students were undaunted by the rain when they first arrived to the Rondelez family farm where they were able to pick blueberries and black currants to take home. They also saw other varieties of berries, zucchini, plums, potatoes, pears, and more, which is all grown on the 83-acre farm.

After the group of curious students had their fill of blueberries, they all headed back to the main barn to enjoy some ice cream, chips, various desserts and refreshing lemonade served by Kiki Malott, Emma Rondelez, Olivia Rondelez and Noah Rondelez.

While the students enjoyed their snacks some of the adults got a chance to see the production of award winning fruit wines at Black Bear Farms of Ontario Estate Winery. William Rondelez and his sister Michelle Rondelez conducted the tour. The visitors then explored the retail shop looking for items to take home.

Before the group departed, the students had their photos taken on William’s tractor and with Black Bear Farms family members and their friends.

Upon leaving, the Japanese visitors each received a basket of golden plums to enjoy on the way back to Windsor.

Help kids use the internet wisely

The following internet tips are helpful for both kids and their parents or caregivers:

• Teach your kids to trust their instincts. If they feel nervous about anything they see or hear online, they should tell you about it.

• If your kids visit chat rooms, use Instant Messaging (IM) programs, online video games or other activities on the internet that require logging in by name to identify themselves, help them choose a log-in name and make sure it doesn’t reveal any personal information about them.

• Teach your kids how to respect others online. Make it clear that rules for good behaviour don’t change just

because they’re on a computer.

• Tell your kids to never meet online “friends” in person. Those “friends” may not be who they say claim to be.

• Control your children’s online activity using parental controls and keep an open dialogue between kids and parents.

New Office Space Construction

Stewart’s Roofing is planning on some improvements to its location at 20 Fraser Road. Leamington Council has agreed to enter into a site plan agreement with the company for the construction of a new office space and the demolition of an old building on the site.

Pictured are some of the Japanese students enjoying a snack at the end of their 2013 tour of Black Bear Farms in Kingsville.

Tomato Festival Car Show

Held Sunday, Aug. 18 and hosted by the Roma Club. Blessed with ideal weather conditions, this year’s show included a large turnout for cars and classic car enthusiasts alike.

The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS of Leamington’s Mike Mastronardi was one of several entries.

Leamington’s George Holt is the owner of this 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA.

Gary Adams of Leamington owns this Auburn Boattail Speedster.

One of the annual Leamington Tomato Festival Car Show entries was this 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, owned by Rick and Joanne Ellis of Chatham.

Wheatley’s Trevor Bailey is the owner of this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS.

John Willoughby of Walkerton — originally from Leamington — shows off his 1932 Ford Roadster hot rod during the annual Leamington Tomato Festival car show, hosted Sunday, Aug. 17 by The Roma Club. Willoughby purchased the car from a Michigan owner in 2011, 47 years after selling it.

The 1966 Dodge Coronet of Don Pearce from Leamington was one of many classic Mopars at the annual Leamington Tomato Festival Car Show.

Toews adds to medal haul

By Bryan Jessop

As if the medals, ribbons and trophy from the 2013 world event weren’t enough, Leamington’s Shelby Toews has added another crop of top finishes to her collection.

Along with pairs partner Kaitlyn Simpson of Hamilton, the local 21-year-old competed at the annual Junior Olympics in Detroit July 24-28 and came home with first in pairs freestyle, second in pairs speed, third in pairs power and first in pairs overall for the 18- to 22-year-old female age division. Individually, Toews finished first in both the speed and power events as well as second in freestyle, again good for first overall.

The pairs events marked the second time Toews and Simpson performed together, following their combined efforts at the worlds hosted by Orlando, Fla. earlier that month. Once again, the duo was unable to train or prepare for the competition together, making their first-place finish in freestyle a pleasant surprise.

“We were both pretty excited about that,” said Toews, who formed a freestyle routine with Simpson over Skype. “We’ll probably skip together again next year. At the start of the season, I figured I was going to retire but later decided that I just can’t do that yet.”

In Detroit, Toews and Simpson earned a score of 6.00 — the second place team scored a 5.63. In pairs speed, their score of 324 was just off the pace for first place and a new record. In pairs power, where each 12-or-older entry must perform a triple under before each landing, Toews and her partner tabulated a score of 302, 10 off the pace for second place.

“My arms start getting tired pretty early in that one,” she noted.

Individually, Toews tied the Junior Olympic record with a 204 in the power event and earned a score of 324 in the speed competition. Her freestyle score of 7.74 was 0.13 off the pace from a tie for first. Her overall score of 36.740 was nearly three points better than the second-place individual.

Between the worlds and Junior Olympics, Toews had time for nine days of training once she was able to put away crutches needed after a knee injury was aggravated during the Florida competition.

“It wasn’t as much time as I wanted (to train for the Junior Olympics), but I was still in decent shape from the worlds,” Toews explained, noting that the first of the two events included four straight days of competition.

Most competitors from this year’s Junior Olympics were American, while the balance crossed the border from Canada. Toews began attending Juniors annually as a child until she was old enough (15) to participate in the worlds.

Next year’s Junior Olympics — to be hosted by Des Moines, Iowa — will be the last for Toews, as the maximum entry age is 22. There is no age limit for the World Jump Rope Championships, although a separate age category is set aside for athletes 30 years of age and older. The 2014 worlds will again be hosted by Orlando.

During the offseason, Toews will prepare for regionals held during the last weekend of February, provincials which traditionally take place during the last weekend of March or first weekend of April (to ensure the event doesn’t happen over the Easter weekend) and nationals during the Victoria Day weekend. Specific dates for 2014’s worlds and Junior Olympics have not yet been declared.

Toews credits this year’s success largely to proceeds raised through a golf fundraiser at Belleview Golf Course near Belle River and an anonymous donation of a threemonth membership to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

Leamington’s Shelby Toews (left) and jump rope doubles partner Kaitlyn Simpson of Hamilton each finished the 2013 Junior Olympics in Detroit with an impressive medal haul. They finished first in pairs while Toews also finished first individually in the 18- to 22-year-old division.

Local volunteers represent Leamington at the IGC

The 47th International Children’s Games were held in Windsor this past week, Aug. 14-19.

The games were an exciting time for the area and proved to be a huge success. However, it took somewhere in the neighbourhood of 1,200 volunteers to make the show run. Leamington was certainly represented in this capacity. Volunteering at the new aquatic centre over the course of the two-day swimming events were Leamington representatives Rina Testa-Plancke, Ben Balkwill, Lisa Mitchell and Andrew Plancke.

Volunteering on the pool deck is nothing new for this foursome. Rina is a Level 2 official and a past director of the Leamington Laser swim team, Ben is the head coach of the Lasers and a Level 3 official, Lisa is a Level 2 official and a past director of the Leamington team, and Andrew is the current president of the local swim team and a Level 3 official.

The International Children’s Games attracted over 1,500 athletes from 81 cities representing 31 countries around the world. The athletes are between the ages of 12-15, with 100 of them representing Windsor-Essex competing in the events of baseball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, tennis, track and swimming.

Although there were no local athletes representing, the four local volunteers were happy to give their time in the interest of the children.

With the Laser season set to begin next month, there is anticipation of spin-off registration due to the success of the games.

RECREATION EVENTS RECREATION EVENTS

Recreation Events from the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex

SWIM-TASTIC SUMMER FUN! each weekday afternoon Monday to Friday 3:005:00 pm. till August 30th. And each Wednesday afternoon the lifeguards will lead wild and wacky water games, relays and splash contests! Regular Admission fees apply. “Within Arms Reach Policy” applies.

FREE Swim sponsored by Tim Hortons - Thursday, August 22, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION FOR FALL runs now through September 1st. Fall Session begins the week of September 3rd. Visit our website: www.leamington.ca /recreation

Red Cross Swim Lessons – all levels for children: Parent & Tot; Pre-school levels Starfish to Whale; Swim Kids levels 1 – 10.

Home Alone Training Course ages 9-13. Register in advance for Thursday, August 22.

New this FALL! Youth Leadership Training program for ages 14 plus. If you’re wanting to work with children, the Municipality requires High Five training for employment as a Day Camp Counsellor.

Girls Night Out program for girls grades 6 - 8 on Monday nights this FALL. Register in advance and bring along your girlfriend!

Some NEW CHILDREN’S programs:

• Children 6 yrs and under: Sporty Tots, Indoor Soccer, TeeBall, Kindernastics

• Yoga for Youth -ages 9 to 12, Volleyball Academy-ages 5 - 13, Volleyball House League - teens ages 14 - 16!

Weight and Cardio equipment -strengthen & tone your muscles and build endurance at the Sherk Complex Weightroom!

NEW! Saturday Night Men's Hockey League - Ages 19 - 35 welcome. Games at 6:00, 7:00, & 8:00 p.m. Sanctioned by CARHA. League runs September thru March.

Take part in Summer Fitness FUNthere’s never a dull moment at the Sherk Complex!

We have something for every...body!

No experience necessary

When I was a kid, one of the greatest moments of anticipation was bringing a water bag full of new fish from the pet store home to release into my aquarium.

After submerging the bag and waiting a painstaking 20 minutes for the temperature in the bag and tank to equalize (tropical fish are vulnerable to temperature shock), I’d quickly release the fish into their new 10-gallon home and watch how the welcoming committee would react. I always found it interesting to see if the new arrivals would be picked on, feared or largely ignored by the established residents. The reaction was part of an ongoing trial and error process in the effort to keep the peace among inhabitants (there were no internet resources at the time to predetermine compatibility). Kissing gourami and gold swordtails co-existed harmoniously. Cichlids and guppies did not.

Jessop’s

In much the same fashion, it’s always interesting to see how rookies adapt to stepping up to the next level. First round draft picks always bear the weight of outlandish expectations and some do not adjust well. National Football League running back Trent Richardson — picked third overall prior to the 2012 season — was expected to solve much of the Cleveland Brown’s ground assault woes, but wound up carrying the ball only 3.6 yards per handoff.

I’ve always kind of felt sorry for rookies. They’ve got everything to prove, sky-high standards to live up to and a lot at stake. The high-profile newcomers are always expected to turn things around for their struggling teams (how many do the Edmonton Oilers need?!) and they are seldom forgiven when they fail to do so. Those who survive to see a second season can breathe a sigh of relief, in part because uninterrupted disappointment can be blamed on the so-called ‘sophomore jinx’. On the other hand, look at Steven Stamkos — rather quiet on the scoring front for the Tampa Bay Lightning in his first season (his first career point, an assist, wasn’t recorded until his eighth game), but a qualified success in the following (2009-10) season, where he shared the goal-scoring title with Sidney Crosby. He is now as deadly as they get with the one-timer.

Some rookies have it tougher than others. In covering the recent Wheatley Sharks Blue/ White game, I couldn’t help but wonder what sort of pressure the first-year hopefuls were feeling. In a rather uncommon scenario, the Sharks don’t have a great abundance of holes to fill in the roster for their upcoming season, making it that much harder for the ‘newbies’ to crack the lineup. Candidates included those who played for ‘A’, ‘AA’, and ‘AAA’ midget teams last season, representing Windsor, Sun County and Southpoint organizations. About one third of them will find themselves in Sharks jerseys for 2013-14.

For many rookies, placement in the all-important draft should be taken with a grain of salt. Detroit Red Wing fans know what I’m talking about. How many future superstars did they snap up that others wouldn’t give a second look? Pavel Datsyuk was picked 171st overall in 1998 while Henrik Zetterberg was chosen 210th overall a year later. Together, they’ve made armies of first rounders look downright forgettable. Jonathan Ericsson is nobody to sneeze at either, despite being picked 291st in 2002.

Some coaches, scouts and GMs just know a good rookie when the see one, finding key players that nobody else would even bother to offer a first-nevermind-second look. Mark Davis, who has coached a handful of Junior ‘B’ teams including the Leamington Flyers, has such a knack.

While coaching the Junior ‘C’ Wallaceburg Lakers in the mid 2000s, he picked up a kid from Brighton, Mich. early in the 2006-07 season. At 5’ 9”, Thor Skalski was anything but a towering forward and was unheard of on this side of the border. Regardless, he led countless offensive rushes and managed to keep the puck dangling just out of reach of opposing defenders, sort of like that smartass uncle who waves a favourite toy half an inch beyond the reach of the family cat. Skalski went on to collect 128 points in 137 games at the Junior ‘B’ level.

Then there are the less than flattering initiation rituals rookies often experience. I recall

walking the halls of LDSS as a teenager and noticing another student who had a thin circle shaved onto the top of his head. The rest of his cranium — both within and outside this circle — had been shaved entirely, creating what sort of looked like a wide, hollow mohawk.

After seeing a photo in the sports section of a local newspaper, it all made sense. It wasn’t a circle or a hollow mohawk. He was one of four rookies to join the Junior ‘B’ Tecumseh Bulldogs (now the LaSalle Vipers), each of whom had a letter shaved onto the top of his head. When putting their heads together (literally) and facing the floor, the word ‘DOGS’ was as clear as day. It was a clever and innovative hazing that didn’t go too far.

From left to right are Rina Testa-Plancke, Ben Balkwill, Lisa Mitchell and Andrew Plancke, local volunteers who represented Leamington at the International Children’s Games held Aug. 14-19 in Windsor.

The Harder Heating

Rookie Lakers still looking to win the big one

The Harder Heating & Cooling Leamington Rookie Lakers were in Riverside this past weekend, Aug. 16-18, participating in one last tournament before OBAs kick off in two weeks.

The team started strong on Friday night facing the Walker Homesite Majors in a quick rematch from regular season play five days earlier. Though Walker seemed more inspired on this night, the Lakers twice squashed bases loaded threats with double plays and finished the game with a 9-2 victory.

On Saturday morning the team faced a Riverside Select team and handled them quite easily with a 20-0 win.

Midday the team participated in a three-event skills competition amongst the 10 teams in the tournament. The Lakers placed first in the Around the Horn competition with Matt Thomas, Kanaan Gale, Nolan Ford, Owen Knelsen, Nathan Krahn and Jesse Teichroeb completing the task in 13 seconds in the final heat. Then the Leamington boys placed second in the team running competition with Lucas George, Nathan Krahn, Riley Wiebe and Brady Knelsen missing out on top prize by 0.1 seconds.

When the tournament resumed later that afternoon the Lakers were facing an inspired Tecumseh team. The boys came out with 7 quick runs but Tecumseh answered with 6 in the bottom of the 1st, catching the Lakers defense off guard for the first time in the tournament. After the boys settled down, the Lakers went on to win 18-8 and capture first place in their five-team division.

Sunday morning brought a semi-final match up with the host Riverside team, and once again the boys found themselves in a thriller. It was 9-7 going into the 6th and Riverside had the hammer, so the Lakers turned up the sticks and managed to plate six in the inning which proved to be enough as the Lakers hung on for a 15-11 win.

The finals matched the Lakers up with the only other undefeated team in the tournament, the Amherstburg Cardinals. With the Lakers second trip to a finals this year, the coaches were hoping for a different result than the Wyoming tournament earlier in June. But as it goes in baseball, the bounces went in favour of the Amherstburg team and unfortunately for the young Lakers, they could never get their bats going on this day and they dropped the decision 12-3.

The coaching staff is very proud of their players, and are especially excited that during the medal ceremony one of their players was knighted. The players have said it will be an honour playing beside Sir Sajan Brouwer for the remainder of the season.

Local Youth Act as Flag Bearers at ICG

On Sunday, August 18, Windsor-Essex area Scouting youth were invited to act as flag bearers in the parade of athletes and closing ceremonies at the International Children’s Games in Windsor. 2nd Leamington Cub Scout Tyler Wightman carried the flag for Ghana.

& Cooling Rookie Lakers, front row left to right: Lil’ Speedy (Nathan Krahn), Lucky Luke (Penner), Sir Sajan (Brouwer), Riley Coyote (Wiebe), BK Whopper (Brady Knelsen), Matty ICE (Thomas). Middle row: TD (Thomas Desantis), Stretch (Jesse Teichroeb), Mini-Miggy (Jason Friesen), He’s OK (Owen Knelsen), Shorty (Kanaan Gale), Mustang (Nolan Ford). Back row: Coach Bear, Coach Penner, Coach O’Neil, Coach Ford, Coach Gale.

Proggers play through August chill

Seven degrees below the August average temperature of 27º greeted 48 Erie Shores Proggers on Tues. Aug. 13. The wind had a chilling effect on quite a few scores. Ken Cobby, a usually competent golfer, was -10, while Gary Alderson was a -9 and Fred Klassen posted a -8. Needless to say, their respective teams did not win and ended up in negative territory.

The winning group, Team A, was only -2. Winners include Joe Verhoeven, Les Young, Brett Madden, Ron Koop, Ernie Schmidtgall, Mel Davey, Ken Segedin, Bill Kelly, Dan Adams, Roger Cote, Greg Gare and Mike Herbert. Bill Stackpoole and Kevin Shaften led the way with +5s. Les Young, Dan Adams, Dave Wilkinson, and Frank Gow were rewarded $2 each for their +4s. Whoopee! Only four skins were won, two by Kevin Shaften, and one each for Bill Stackpoole and Ken Segedin. Maybe Ken will stop blathering about not winning skins. It’s on paper now.

Ernie Schmidtgall experienced, for a golfer, a frightening morning. Ernie went to his truck, lifted the lid. Lo and behold, his clubs were missing. Thievery, Ernie thought. Not quite. Ernie had left the course on the previous day, leaving, unintentionally, his clubs at the putting green. It was not until morning that Ernie realized his forgetfulness. Thankfully, Christine saw them before she left and stored them safely inside. The rest of us who store our clubs at the course have to pay. Lucky Ernie was blessed with a free night. One of the league’s best golfers, Ward Hutchins, had a rough start to his day. Usually, Ward launches the ball deep down the fairway. On this day, Ward dribbled drives on holes #1 and #2, only 50 yards. Ward hadn’t dribbled anything since his teething days. Keep your chin up, Ward. Maybe that was your problem. Chin down, my friend.

Patchett bests TT senior golfers

By Bob McLean

On a rather cool, overcast, windy July 13 at the Talbot Trail course, 75 seniors tested their golfing skills. The course is in very good playing condition thanks to all the hard work of the outside workers.

In the 70-79y division, Bob Patchett was the dominant golfer for all the divisions shooting a masterful 40. I’ve heard a urine test may be required before Bob is allowed to play next week. A few shots back at excellent 43s were Paul Brown and Homer Vandervecht. Neil Adamson and Joe Vertel continued their outstanding play by shooting 44s. Don Willan played a very superb round as he scored the sole 45. Mike Wright was one shot back with his commendable 46. Two golfers who achieved solid 47s were Carl Robinson and Tom Sasso. Eugene Abbruzzese and Tom Hyatt merited fine 48s. Four golfers who achieved noteworthy 49s were Bob Freure, Andy Orsini, Gerald Rivait and Bob Scott. The sole nifty 50 came from Bill Adams. Other praiseworthy results of 55 or less came from Ken Womack, Pete Daudlin, Martin Girash, Dave Pilmer, Ed Woelk, Walter Balsam, Hadley Pinch, Bill Stein and Dean Wigle.

In the 55-69y division three golfers who tied with impressive 41s were Ray La Pierre, Rick Thompson and Bob McLean. Doug Langlois played very well, achieving an excellent 43 result. Four golfers who fired solid 45s were Bill Ward, Dave Clark, Larry Haggitt and Jim Omstead. Satisfying 47s were achieved by Kevin Jordan, Lloyd Symons and Bill Leveille. Three golfers who tied with fine 48s were Ken Elliott, Richard Humber and Mike Getty. Andy Gould and Mike Thibodeau scored noteworthy 49s. The sole nifty 50 came from Norm Kaufman.

The 80-85y grouping was led by Dave La Bonte who shot a superb 49. Dave Krueger continued his consistent play as he fired a praiseworthy nifty 50. Gerald Wilkinson played very well to score a solid 52. Chester Kuli merited a satisfying 55. Two other golfers who broke the 60 mark were Gerry Becigneul and Iggy Arner. Erle Nash and Murray Cascadden also earned satisfying results.

The super seniors were led again by Dick MacKenzie. Dick’s swing is envied by many of the younger players. Linus Bachmeier with his smooth accurate swing fired an inspiring 53. Ray Allen, Al Stockwell, John H. Dick and Jim Ascott all produced commendable results. Ray La Pierre fired an impressive shot on #9 to win Closest to the Pin.

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The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

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

Sunday Worship Services 8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church East West Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 am Calvary Church North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 am

BAPTIST

Calvary Baptist Church

475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

First Baptist Church 3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

CONGREGATIONALIST

Everlasting

Church 589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994 Sunday Worship 11 am

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

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

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 am (Germ), 10:30 am (Eng) Sonshine Lutheran 194 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-398-8179

Thurs. Bible Study 7 pm Worship Sercvice Every Sun.10 am

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

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

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

Sunday Worship Services 9:15 am (German), 10:45 am (English) Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am Summer Worship Services 9:30 am (German), 10:15 am (English) Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

1 Sunday Worship Service at 10 30 am North Leamington United Mennonite Church

625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

South Point Community Church 55A Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

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

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

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

Sunday Worship 10 am

Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am English/Spanish 6:30 pm Templo Christiano De Leamington

39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 pm

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

United Pentecostal Church

312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am.(English)

10:30 am (English/Children’s Liturgy) 10:30 am (OLBS, Wheatley, English)

3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (Youth)

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 pm (English)

Sunday Masses: 9 am (Italian, English)

Noon (Portuguese, English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 am (Lebanese, English)

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel

88 Setterington Street Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church

9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Mersea United Church

1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 9:30 am UNITARIAN

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda 2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352

Sunday Service 10:30 am

The long putt winner came from Andy Gould who made terrific putt on #2.

The following golfers improved their last league score by 5 or more shots: Chester Kuli, Andy Gould, Mac Hyatt, Doug Langlois, Eugene Abbruzzese, Bob Freure, Bill Stein and Bob Patchett.

Members will be taking a senior golf excursion to Deer Run on Wed. Aug. 28.

The league continues to wish “Down the Middle” Knox a speedy recovery in the days ahead.

The “Doc McLean” Senior Men’s Invitational is soon approaching. Signup sheets are on the east wall. Each year one of the original 14 founders of the golf course is honoured. Only one of the original founders of the Wheatley Rolling Acres Golf Course (Talbot Trail) is still alive. Their pictures are on the south wall. Murray Whaley, who worked very hard on getting the course up and running, is the only living founder. Last year Pete Anthony was recognized for his many contributions to the golf course, and this year Rae Bell will be honoured for all his past work.

Bill Kroen’s Golf Tip: Avoid the sand wedge on thin lies around the green as it has a tendency to bounce off the ground and into the ball. Your ball races across the green. If the ball is on a thin lie where there is not much grass, or the ground is hard, try using a pitching wedge or nine iron.

Rutgers obliterates past records to win men’s club championship

The annual Erie Shores Men’s Club Championship wound up over the weekend with Mike Rutgers obliterating all past records for the lowest score ever recorded by shooting three under par rounds and winning the title by a double-digit margin.

After firing an opening round 70 last Sunday, Rutgers put together two blistering sub-par scores of 64 and 67 this past weekend for a 54-hole total of 12 under par 201 to finish 22 shots ahead of Mike Ferreira and Ryan Harder.

Ferreira had rounds of 75, 74 and 74 for his 223 total, while Harder tied him for second with a 74-75-74 finish of 223. Ending up alone in fourth spot another stroke back at 224 was Scott Rutgers with rounds of 76, 73 and 75, while Darryl DiMilo was next with his 74-77-77 total of 228.

In the ‘A’ Flight Division, Martin Morphet took top honours after defeating Matt Klein on the third hole of a sudden death playoff. Both Morphet (76-76-74) and Klein (72-84-70) had tied for low with their three round totals of 226.

Finishing tied for third place just a single stroke back with their 54-hole scores of 227 was Van Tan (77-72-78) and Ken Steingart (78-75-74). Neil Sawatzky (75-74-81) was next at 230, while Tim Tiessen (80-77-76) finished in sixth spot three shots back at 233.

Adam Wiens (76-83-76) had the seventh best tally at 235, while Andy Herring (76-79-84) was next at 239.

After just being crowned Junior Club Champ last month, and now playing in his first men’s club championship event ever, Kyle Humphreys made it two for two – coming out on top winning the ‘B’ Flight Division by putting together three consistent rounds of 79, 78 and 80 for a 237 total and four shot victory over runner-up Tom Miehl whose 241 total included rounds of 79, 77 and 85.

Claudio Sabelli (82-82-79) finished alone in third place at 243, while Greg Dunmore (84-78-86) was next at 248. Evan Rutgers’ 251 total of 85-84-82 gave him fifth place honours, while Gary Alderson (81-88-83) finished another stroke back at 252.

In the ‘C’ Flight Division, in another closely contested battle, it was Vic Penner who won top honours with his 8881-80 total of 249, while Les Young (86-82-82) finished a single stroke back in second place at 248.

Lucas George was also right in the mix, just two shots behind, with his 89-81-81 total of 251, while the leader in the clubhouse after two rounds by several strokes, Dave Wilkinson (82-82-89), faltered in the final round to finish in fourth place at 253. With three rounds of 85, Ernie Schmidtgall was next at 255, while Will Peters (92-79-85) finished alone in 6th place at 256.

In the ‘D’ Flight Division, Wayne Quinn won the title handedly by shooting rounds of 88, 88 and 92 for a 268 total. Finishing second, 11 strokes back, was Bob Dick (98-88-93) at 279.

Mel Pace was next with his 93-97-90 total of 280, while Derek Hutchins (90103-92) finished fourth at 285.

Team Bobby Jones locked in first place

Team Gene Sarazen rolled off a perfect 10 points this past week in the Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores to move up to second place in the overall standings with a season total of 69 points.

However, it still keeps them at a distant 20 points back of the first place leaders Team Bobby Jones whose 9-point evening leaves them firmly locked in first place with 89 points.

Team Arnold Palmer had a strong 8-point rally giving them a total of 60 points and pulling them to within 4 of Team Ben Hogan whose weak 4-point finish still allows them to remain in third spot overall with a total of 64.

The 6 points collected by the left-handed swinging team of Bobby Charles for a total of 59 has strengthened their fifth place position over Team Sam Snead whose 2-point night leaves them 10 back in sixth place with 49.

Team Harry Vardon’s 5-point evening puts them alone in seventh spot with 48, while the remaining teams of Lee Trevino, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson are all further back with 41 or less points.

In the individual competition play, Mike Ferreira led all shooters with an impressive 3 under par score of 32 – good enough for a 2-stroke edge over Ward

Hutchins who was next with a 1 under par 34.

Doug Hinchcliffe had the lowest net score of the evening with a net 29, while George Schieffer, Herman Bergen and Dave Dick all tied for second spot with net rounds of 30.

In the closest to the pins department, Charles LeBlanc was tightest to the stick on hole #3 while Doug Hinchcliffe won top honours on hole #5. Herman Bergen had the longest drive of the night on hole #7 and Geoff Dunmore made the longest putt on hole #9.

In the skins competition for lowest score on any particular hole on the front

nine, Kevin Babkirk, Ward Hutchins, Richard Reive, Matt Dick, Brian Plumb and Greg Dunmore were all winners.

In the League’s special salute to all the teams and players from the memorable record-setting year of 1983, this week they honour Team 11 of the Apple Division where members in that group included Murray Bloomfield, Brian Collins, John Grineau, Walter Green, Pat Irwin, Gerald Janzer, Dave Kornelson, Brett Madden, McKay Matheson, Bob Oswald, Bob Reid, Dick Renwick, Merv Rekuta, Stan Sackett and Daryl Snider.

Flyers looking forward to 2013-14

By Bryan Jessop

Four days into their annual main camp, it became apparent that the Leamington Flyers will have a large and impressive talent pool to draw from for the upcoming season.

The camp began Wednesday, Aug. 14 at Unico Arena and on its fourth consecutive day, featured the annual Red/White game. This year’s game included lineups made up almost entirely of rookie hopefuls, with the exception of veteran forward J.P. Grineau. The teams were divided as follows:

Team Red

• forwards — Anthony Salinitri, Colin Leardi, Eric Shaw, Tyler Scott, Hunter Corp, Cale Allen, Dallas Pereira, Giovanni Oliverio, Mark Fratarcangeli, Mark Gagnon, Christian Ramage, Nick Tavolieri;

• defensemen — Brett Banwell, Aaron Jacobs, Tim Charlton, Antonio Ciampa, Colton Coates, Matt Leckie;

• goaltenders — Eli Billing, Chris Wallace.

Team WhiTe

• forwards — Eric Henderson, Cale Phibbs, Scott Florence, Austin Thompson, Brett Markham, Eric Taylor, Austin Kelly, James Brooks, Tyler Spencer, Ryan Zsebok, Colin Moore, J.P. Grineau;

• defensemen — Daniel Mainella, Nicolas Mainella, Kody Gagnon, Brayden Seliga, Matthew Rosati, Ty Scratch;

• goaltenders — Tyler Wall, Colin Lauzon.

Come game time, goaltenders were assigned to a slight variation from the roster, as Wallace stood between the pipes for Team Red through the first and second period, while Team

White’s Tyler Wall played for Team Red in the final stanza. Wall also played for Team White in the first period while Colin Lauzon backstopped the ‘home’ team in the second.

With last year’s starting goaltender Matt Mancina moving up to the Ontario Hockey League to play for the Guelph Storm, the Flyers recruited Trevor Wheaton from the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ Essex 73’s to join returning netminder Austyn Roudebush.

The teams battled to a scoreless first period, although Team White’s offense opened up with six goals in the second. White netted two more in the third, where Pereira scored Team Red’s only goal of the match for an 8-1 final.

Nine of the rookies suited up for the Red/White game were also on the roster for the previous weekend’s Wheatley Sharks Junior ‘C’ Blue/White game, including Leckie, Mark Gangnon, Kody Gangnon, Scratch, Phibbs, Florence, Thompson, Markham and Zsebok.

Flyers head coach Tony Piroksi made it clear that he was impressed with what he saw during the early stages

of this year’s camp.

“I love it,” he said. “This is the best camp we’ve had of any of the four years I’ve been here. It’s highly competitive and there’ll be some hard choices to make. These kids are working hard.”

The Flyers’ coaching staff made about half a dozen releases prior to the Red/ White game and another 12 immediately following the Aug. 17 contest. One of the biggest holes to fill for potential rookies will be Joe Manchurek, who is moving up to the OHL’s Oshawa Generals. Elsewhere, the local Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League squad is looking to replace graduating-age players Chris Lugosi, Troy Cox, Myles Doan, Kyle Bowman and Eric Leardi.

“We’re excited about this year. We’ll have a lot of veterans back,” said Piroski.

The next tests for Flyers rookie camp players will be back-to-back pre-season exhibition games against the LaSalle Vipers — Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. in LaSalle and Thursday, Aug. 22 at Leamington’s Unico Arena at 7:10 p.m. From there, the camp will continue Aug. 26-29.

Antonio Ciampa of Team Red checks Austin Thompson of Team White during the Leamington Flyers annual Red/White game, held at Unico Arena Saturday, Aug. 17. Following a scoreless first period, Team White’s offense came to life en route to an 8-1 win.

A handful of players eye up a loose puck in front of Team Red goaltender Chris Wallace during the Leamington Flyers’ annual Red/White game.

Leamington Flyers head coach Tony Piroski speaks briefly to rookie hopefuls following the team’s annual Red/White game.

(SUN Photos)

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Abe Teichroeb (left) and Corny Teichroeb of Leamington were the Men’s Doubles runners up of the 2013 Leamington Tomato Festival Volleyball Tournament, held at Seacliff Beach Saturday, Aug. 17 and Sunday, Aug. 18.

(Submitted Photo)

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Above - Black Ice (right) takes on Spikin’ Sie Deutsch during the 2013 Leamington Tomato Festival volleyball tournament in the six on six division. (SUN Photo)

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Grossi Gorillas Win Peewee

Interlock Tier B Championship

This past weekend the Leamington Grossi Gorillas team won the Peewee Interlock Tier B Championship. The tournament was held Fri. Sat. and Sun, Aug. 16-18, in Leamington. After a rough season, the boys came out playing five hard-fought games to bring home the win. Way to go! Team members, front row left to right: Dylan Chamberlain Chad Drewitt, Jason Bergen, Zac Wiebe, Charbel Tannous. Second row: Coach Eric Chamberlain, Reis Rocheleau, Curtis Drewitt, Brenden Lacoure. Third row: Coach Matt Chamberlain, Kyle Malott, Curtis Driedger. Back row: Coach Lee Selwood, Coach Brad Drewitt. Absent from photo: Henry Berg, Caeden Hutnik.

Kyla Anscmobe of the U9 Leamington Lightning takes control of a loose ball as a Kingsville player approaches during a Sun County Soccer League game at the Leamington Soccer Complex Wednesday, Aug. 14. Kingsville built a 3-0 lead to end the first half as a Leamington goal was disallowed because of an offside call. Kingsville won 5-3.

Gavin Garcia Siddall of the Under 9 Leamington Lightning slides to kick the ball away from an attacking Kingsville player during a Sun County Soccer League game at the Leamington Soccer Complex Wednesday, Aug. 14. Kingsville built a 3-0 lead to end the first half as a Leamington goal was disallowed because of an offside call. Kingsville won 5-3.

Evan Stenger of the Leamington SC United team battles a Windsor Serbs player for control of the ball during a Windsor and District Soccer League U14 boys game at the Leamington Soccer Complex Wednesday, Aug. 14. The game was scoreless at the halftime break, but Luca Coppola buried a shot for the game’s only goal in a 1-0 Leamington win. The Windsor Serbs lead the race for first place over Leamington by one point.

Deangelo Policella of Leamington SC United heads the ball away from a Windsor Serbs player during a boys U14 Windsor and District Soccer League game Wednesday, Aug. 14 at the Leamington Soccer Complex. The game was scoreless at the halftime break, but Luca Coppola buried a shot for the game’s only goal in a 1-0 Leamington win. The Windsor Serbs lead the race for first place over Leamington by one point.

Wheatley Lioness Leamington Selects Win Intermediate Interlock

The Wheatley Lioness Intermediate Leamington Select team won the Girls Interlock Select Tournament in Amherstburg. They were undefeated over the weekend, beating out Essex in the championship game on Sunday. MVP was awarded to Coach Danny Meloche for his team spirit and support. Team members, front row left to right: Emily Menard, Bailey Brown, Morgan Brown. Middle row: Coach Kelly Clark, Abby Chambers, Tatum Davison, Cassie Bluhm, Madisyn Clark, Jordyn Clark, Chelsea Hickson, Coach Danny Meloche. Back row: Kally Elias, Hannah Iacobelli, Morgan Willms and Coach Aaron Willms.

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. Aug. 12: North/South - 1st Marie Ellwood and Anne Reffle, 2nd Roger Cote and Bob Branton, 3rd Marilyn Robbins and Ruth Pike. East/West1st Marianne Whitehead and Frank Duransky, 2nd Ernie Jackiw and Sonia Jackiw, 3rd Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson. Games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Thursday, August 22nd Games

Gillett Junior Girls Selects Win Tourney

The Leamington Junior Girls Select Team dominated the competition in Amherstburg over the weekend, posting an undefeated drive to their tournament win. The girls were exemplary in their display of teamwork and sportsmanship and posted convincing wins in all games played in the Girls Interlock Select Tournament. They also dominated the skills competitions taking prizes in all four categories. Nicole Sleiman won base running, Jessica Bueckert won throwing, Madison Willms won hitting and Kira Babkirk won pitching. The coaches, parents and extended families are all proud of their accomplishment. Team members, front row left to right: Kira Babkirk, Kloie deJong. Second row: Olivia O’Beid, Lydia Tiessen, Elise Minaudo, Katelyn Bergen, Jessica Bueckert. Third row: Shayna Harris, Nicole Sleiman, Lexy Iacobelli, Sienna Pacheco, Madison Willms. Back row: Coaches John Bueckert, Rich Iacobelli, Nathan Hamilton, Renee Iacobelli.

Mosquito Lakers win three on the road

The Leamington Uni-Fab Mosquito Lakers posted three road wins last week as their season in the Sun Parlour league winds down in preparation for the OBA tournament on Labour Day weekend.

On Tuesday they visited Harrow and defeated the Blues 18-4, on Thursday they edged the Kingsville Knights 11-7 and Sunday mercied the LaSalle Titans Minors 13-2.

In Harrow, it was Thomas Jennings and Eric Tavares with three hits each that led the Laker attack. Zach Penner, Kaleb Tiessen, Eric Wright and Michael Wiebe all chipped in with two hits each.

Wiebe, Kyle Fehr, Brayden Zuidema and Jennings all pitched for the Lakers holding the Blues to only four base hits.

In Kingsville, Wright and Jennings shared the duties on the mound combining to stymie the Knights. Jumping to a quick 8-0 lead after two at-bats, the Lakers hung on to beat their neighbours to the west.

Russell Derbyshire and Penner had a pair of hits each, and Tavares, Wiebe, Wright and Eric Dominguez punched out single tallies. Zuidema made a couple highlight reel catches in the outfield.

In a Sunday morning contest in LaSalle, Leamington scored ten runs in the top of the second inning on their way to the 13-3 win. Tavares (including a triple) and Wright had three hits each. Zuidema, Tiessen, Penner and Bueckert punched out two hits each.

Derbyshire, Tavares, Dominguez and Zuidema all took turns pitching, holding LaSalle to only three hits while striking out six.

“In the three games, I was really pleased with our catching game,” said coach Terry Misener. “They have really matured since the beginning of the season. Benny (Bueckert) picked off two runners leading off third base in the Harrow game, something you don’t see often at the Mosquito level.”

County Bridge Results

Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. Aug. 14: 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Bob Branton and Jack Warmenhoven, 3rd Joyce Moran and Don Franks, 4th Dorothy and John McGregor. Bridge games are every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m. For info call 738-4939.

The Wheatley Optimist Senior Leamington Select team placed second in the Girls Interlock Select Tournament in Amherstburg over the weekend. Team members, front row left to right: Chelsey Malott, Jocelyn Manning. Back row: Coach Ken Hamm, Madison Chambers, Chantelle Garrod, Shaelyn Bell, Rosella Bueckert, Chelsea Kwiatkowski, Madison Hamm, Lisa Klassen, Rebecca Bueckert, Alissa Reidi, Coach Chris Malott.

Dale Butler hand delivered a letter to the residents of Southgate who had donated $250 to the planned gazebo at Leamington Marina. The letter was from the Municipality of Leamington Mayor John Paterson. It was on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington, in appreciation for the fundraising efforts for the gazebo. Dale read the letter aloud during the residents’ monthly meeting. The fact that Dale hand delivered and read the letter meant so much to the residents.

OBITUARY

Ann Augustine

Ann (Haas) Augustine, 88 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2013 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Late of Leamington. Beloved wife of the late Howard (1995). Dear mother to Mary Jane Phillips (Guy) and Mark Augustine. Also survived by a brother Steve Haas. Predeceased by a sister Mary Riley, and brothers Martin and Joe Haas. Respecting Ann’s wishes, her body has been bequeathed to medical science, and there will be no visitation or funeral service.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society, Leamington District Memorial Hospital Foundation, or Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital by contacting the Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741). www.hammondfuneralhome.ca

Dear Southgate Residents,

On behalf of the Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for your recent donation of $250.00 towards the construction of a gazebo at the Leamington Marina.

As you know, the Marina hosts many exciting and diverse special events including our Summer Concert Series “Patio Nights” which includes live entertainment on various Friday evenings at the Marina Pavilion throughout the summer. With the addition of a gazebo, it is hopeful that our Summer Concert Series could expand in attendance and stature of each event.

I am proud that community partners such as the residents of the Southgate Retirement Residence continue to form re-

OBITUARY

Elizabeth Emerson

Elizabeth “Betty” Catherine Emerson, 83 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Leamington Court.

Beloved wife of the late Donald (2008). Dear mother of John Emerson, Jill and Udo Renner, Janet and John Giurissevich. Loving grandmother of Candice, Wesley, Alicia, Jordan, Justin and Katie, Lindsay and Ian, Michael, Jena, Jared and great-grandmother of Addison. Predeceased by her brothers, Clair and Bill Gunn.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Friday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Memorial Service to celebrate Betty’s life was held on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Paul Rodey officiated. Interment of cremated remains at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation Women’s Centre or Canadian Cancer Society. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

lationships with the Municipality of Leamington, and as a result, continue to make our marina facility second to none in our area.

Thank you again for your generous donation.

Yours

Network

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519-737-6631

1 Position Available

Full time (30-40hrs) seasonal

Greenhouse Scout: Scouting for insects and diseases in commercial vegetable or flower greenhouses in Essex County. Should have scouting experience OR have some knowledge of pest and/or beneficial insects. Ability to identify some major insect pests and damage symptoms present in greenhouse crops.

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• physical demands of walking all day (8-9 hours)

• hot, humid conditions;

• use of scissor carts and climbing over some obstacles.

• Clear, concise handwriting; English communication skills (spoken and written); good rapport with customers

• good knowledge of general math for data collection;

• attention to details

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and in time allotted.

Pay rate depends on experience.

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Send Resume, including summary of practical experience related to this job. Drop off, fax or send resume to:

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Attn: Theresa Wildman, Biological Service Manager

Box 33, 50 Hazelton St. Leamington, Ont.

N8H 3W1

Fax (519) 326-0425

Email: theresa@mgshort.com

OFFICE MANAGER

Our client, in the greenhouse industry, has an immediate opening for an office manager who will report directly to the President. Responsibilities will include maintenance of all financial records and preparation of various financial reports in a computerized environment. This position requires a self-motivated individual with knowledge of bookkeeping and computerized systems, as well as experience in the greenhouse industry. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications.

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The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington ACCOUNTING CLERK (TEMPORARY 6 MONTH

CONTRACT)

We will receive resumes for the above noted position. Under the direction of the Manager of Accounting Services, this role is responsible for preparing monthly account reconciliations, calculating and preparing various journal entries, administering the accounts receivable process and, HST returns, and performing other various accounting functions as required. For complete details regarding this position please visit our website at: www.leamington.ca

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PUBLIC WORKS - LABOURER / OPERATOR

We will receive resumes for the above noted position. Under the direction of the Public Works Supervisors, this position is employed in an outside work environment exposed to all weather conditions. Physical work is required of this position involving heavy lifting, shoveling, digging, walking, use of hand and power tools and operation of municipal vehicles and heavy equipment. Valid Ontario DZ Driver’s Licence is required. For complete details regarding this position please visit our website at: www.leamington.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE is: 4:00 P.M. FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2013.

Looking For: Permanent/ Full Time Workers As Soon As Possible Experience in Produce Industry an asset Forward resume by email to nancy@eriejames.com or fax 519-326-4128

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$50,000-$75,000/yr

48-60 hrs/week

Credentials: License (Class 1 or A), Air Brake (Z), Tractor-Trailer & Refrigerated Produce, US Qualified.

Mennonite Savings and Credit Union (MSCU) is a Mennonite financial cooperative serving communities of faith across Ontario. We provide every day banking services to over 19,000 members with the “barn-raising” mutual aid traditions of the Waterloo County Mennonite community. From our modest beginnings in 1964, we have grown in size to over $900 Million in assets under administration and rank eighth among credit unions in Ontario. We are currently seeking a Financial Planner (CFP).

This is a full-time position in our Leamington Branch. You will forge strong relationships, develop innovative solutions, and help grow members’ confidence in being responsible financial stewards by assisting members in establishing their short- and long-term goals, developing responsible actions plans, and regularly connecting with them to review and update their plans.

For a full description of this position please visit www.mscu.com. Interested persons should send their cover letter and resume to: Mennonite Savings and Credit Union

Confidential Fax: 519.772.5828

Email: talent@mscu.com

COLLINS BARROW LEAMINGTON LLP

SOUTHPOINT SUN

NOTICES

Stantec Consulting Limited is assisting the Municipality of Leamington with undertaking an Environmental Study Report in accordance with the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process on Improvements to the Erie Street South Storm Sewer Outfall.

The Erie Street South Storm Sewer Outfall (SSO), located on the west side of the Leamington dock, has experienced infilling and siltation of sand over the years, creating a substantial impact on its ability to function properly.

The intent of this study is to provide direction for planning, and implementing storm sewer improvements, including selection of a preferred solution to extend/modify/move the Erie St. South SSO with consideration of the natural, social and economic environments.

The project is now in Phase 2 of the Class EA process which involves identification and evaluation of alternative solutions to the problem, identification of environmental impacts of the alternative solutions, consultation with the public and review agencies, selection of the preferred solution and determination of the project Schedule.

The Municipality will hold a Public Information Centre (PIC) to provide further information to the public on the project and to receive input and comment from interested persons.

The open-house style Public Information Centre is scheduled for Thursday, August 22nd 2013 , 3:00 pm to 7 pm, at the Municipal Council Chambers – 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ont.

Following PIC, further comments are invited, for incorporation into the planning and design of this project, and will be received until August 30, 2013. For further information, please contact:

Mr. Joseph Dattilo, P. Eng., PE

Dr. Jian Li, P. Eng., PE Project Engineer Project Manager

Municipality of Leamington

Stantec Consulting Ltd. 111 Erie Street North 140 Ouellette Place Suite 100

Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9

Phone: 519-326-5761

Fax: (519) 326-2481

Email: jdattilo@leamington.ca

Windsor, Ontario N8X 1L9

Phone: 519-966-2250

Fax: 519-966-5523

Email: jian.li@stantec.com