New summer event arrives in Leamington Sip & Savour
By Bryan Jessop
A foodie’s paradise made its way to Leamington’s waterfront in a first of its kind event for the tomato capital.
The Sip and Savour Experience officially replaced the Tomato Festival as Leamington’s go-to summer event for the connoisseur of local food, drink, music and atmosphere. The two-day event took place Friday, Aug. 19 and Saturday, Aug. 20 at 5 and 6 Foster Avenue, a waterfront piece of property recently purchased by the municipality. The 2.5-acre site accommodated the Waterfront Bar and Grill and a couple residential buildings before being converted into the location for Sip and Savour, a community attraction organizers hoped would bring in between 3,000 and 5,000 visitors.
“We’ve been super excited about the new site,” said Municipality of Leamington tourism and culture development officer Kyra Knapp. “This is a great opportunity to use this beautiful waterfront property. We want this to be something everyone can enjoy.”
Knapp took on the position with the municipality in early June of this year and immediately began preparing for Sip and Savour along with other fellow staff members operating from the office of CAO Peter Neufeld. The new event was announced in February as a replacement for the Leamington Tomato Festival.
“The whole team really pulled together with some amazing help from the rest of the municipal staff,” Knapp continued. “It was a great team effort.”
The event featured a gathering of several food trucks and market vendors offering food and drink selections for customers to sample over the course of operating hours both Friday and Saturday. The inaugural gathering was complimented by the live music of several area musicians and for Saturday, Leamington’s second annual Sliced competition as presented by Sunset Produce. Sliced first arrived at Seacliff Park in 2015 as part of the community’s final Tomato Festival and featured spe-
8:30am - 5:00pm
Armando’s Restaurant owner Kevin
visitors.
cial guest/emcee Roger Mooking, a renowned celebrity chef and recording artist who returned to Leamington for the competition again this year
In the youth division this year, finalists were Madison Young, Robert Winand-Bacon, Claire Resendes and Matteo Furfaro. Resendes went on to win the grand prize of $1,000. The adult division featured Nicole McElroy, Mike Soulierre, Christine Bedard and Anthony Orlando as competing finalists. Soulierre took top honours and the $2,000 grand prize.
The second day of Sip and Savour also presented the Saturday Evening Signature Experience, a 19-and-over dining and sampling event that was cut short by the arrival of inclement weather. The Signature gathering was on pace to sell out at $50 per ticket before the arrival of rain. Culinary offerings from the evening event included meals common to several cultural traditions including German, Portuguese, Italian, Mexican and Jamaican.
“We’re really proud of it,” said Knapp. “The menu includes a lot of different cultures, just like our community. It highlights what Leamington has to offer. People have been very excited to have this in Leamington. It’s showcasing businesses that might not have this kind of opportunity otherwise.”
Earlier Saturday, younger visitors were kept busy with attractions of their own, including the Mad Science Windsor Essex Gastrolab, a Build Your Own Pita activity zone by Pita Pit, face painting with Glitterfly, scented airbrush tattoos and a build your own candy necklace station.
Sip and Savour officially kicked off early Friday evening with a welcoming speech by deputy mayor Hilda MacDonald, who credited organizing committees of previous Tomato Festivals with making it possible to introduce a new attraction.
“It’s a way for us to highlight all the wonderful food and drink that we grow right here on the 42nd parallel,” MacDonald noted. “We hope that one day this event will grow to a size that will support programs and initiatives that will focus on healthy eating, sustainable food production and similar community development programs.”
Renaud hands out pizza slices to
Lukasz Bemben of Aleksander Estate Winery describes the wine selection to a customer.
Tentative Agreement reached with road staff
On Friday, August 19, 2016, after several hours of negotiations, talks between the County of Essex and Teamsters 879, representing County of Essex Road Maintenance Staff, have resulted with a tentative agreement being reached.
“We are extremely pleased that we were able to come to a resolution” said County of Essex Chief Administrative Officer, Brian Gregg. “We believe this is a fair and reasonable deal and one that will allow for the sustainability and continued provision of road maintenance services to the residents of Essex County”.
Details of the agreement will be released, pending ratification of the parties.
Leamington resident wins $1-Million
Deborah Ware of Leamington said yes to ENCORE (June 24, 2016 LOTTO MAX) and won $1 million. Deborah matched all 7 winning numbers on her ENCORE selection. The winning ticket was purchased at Shoppers Drug Mart on Erie Street in Leamington.
Habitat For Humanity to build home in Leamington
By Bryan Jessop
The local branch of an international charity’s return to Leamington began with an office, recently continued with a store and will soon add a home.
Habitat For Humanity Windsor-Essex performed a groundbreaking ceremony for its 61st build at 14 Rickway Drive in Leamington
Saturday, Aug. 20, roughly five months after opening the doors to a ReStore on Iroquois Road. Local dignitaries, volunteers, charitable supporters and members of the family who will move into the home once construction is complete attended the event, emceed by HFHWE executive director Mike Van der Vlist.
“This has been our goal all along — to help families find their way into home ownership who might not be able to do so otherwise,” Van der Vlist explained.
The local branch of the organization announced plans for expansion outside of Windsor in 2014, adding a southwest county office at 1 Iroquois Rd. in 2015 and a new ReStore at the same address in March of this year.
The program’s 58th home was built in Cottam, followed by the 59th and 60th — the latter just completed earlier this month — in Windsor. The Leamington house about to be constructed will be the home of single mother Susan Fast and three of her five children. The other two have each married and moved into their own homes.
“I was very surprised,” said Fast of hearing that Habitat For Humanity selected her family for the
newest homebuilding partnership. “I still feel like I’m dreaming.”
Fast had made previous attempts to find suitable accommodations for herself and three youngest children, but had been unable to secure financing agreements that suited her needs. Working two jobs and making unyielding efforts to find a new home in suitable condition, she jumped at the chance to make arrangements with HFH.
“I remember when Mike called, I didn’t even let him finish the question,” Fast said.
The Municipality of Leamington stepped forward to help find a specific location for the 61st local build and found a suitable lot of approximately 66’ x 136’ alongside 12 Rickway Drive.
“I love the location,” said Fast, who currently works two jobs, both in Leamington. “I couldn’t have picked it better myself. It’s a nice,
quiet neighbourhood. Some of the neighbours have already welcomed us; it’s awesome.”
The raised ranch home will feature 1,080 sq. ft. of living space and four bedrooms. Like the 60 HFH families before them, the Fasts had to meet specific criteria and will pay an interest-free mortgage with no required down payment. Barring any unforeseen obstacles or setbacks, construction at 14 Rickway Drive is expected to be completed by Christmas of this year. The design was approved and the permit to build granted early this month.
In addition to the traditional groundbreaking ceremony, the Saturday morning gathering included a donation of $10,000 by The O’Neil Foundation, repre-
sented by community grants manager Shauna Romaniuk.
The donation by the organization to HFH was its first, as it very recently launched its grants program. Recipients of O’Neil Foundation grants must be registered charities. To inquire about its new grant program, email oneilfoundation@ gmail.com.
The regional HFH group will build its 62nd house in Windsor while number 63 will bring them back into the county for a location
in Kingsville. To inquire about making contributions to Habitat For Humanity or for additional information,
contact Pamela Breault at 519-969-3762 ext. 229 or email pbreault@habitatwindsor.org.
The O’Neil Foundation presented a cheque of $10,000 to Habitat For Humanity Windsor Essex County’s 61st build at 14 Rickway Drive Saturday, Aug. 20. The gathering featured a groundbreaking ceremony for a new home that could be completed as early as Christmas of this year.
Susan Fast speaks during a Habitat For Humanity Windsor Essex County groundbreaking ceremony at 14 Rickway Drive in Leamington Saturday, Aug. 20. Fast and three of her five children will live at the new home after construction at the site is complete.
You never feel lonely if you like the company you keep
I think about loneliness often on the island, possibly because I spend so much of my time alone. It doesn’t occur to me that I may be lonely until someone else brings the question to my mind and I think, “I don’t believe I am lonely.”
Taking a good look at oneself means to reflect far beyond the image in the mirror. You know, the one that neither make-up or even a good night’s rest can hide. Somewhere out there beyond your face are the people you surround yourself with – your friends, family and the children you are rearing. Do you like what you see?
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Sometimes seeing ourselves through the eyes of others can alarm us as we ponder the fact that we may be an anomaly. Friday, while winding up our day, I had just finished brushing a fresh coat of paint on our crew member Engine’s kitchen cabinets. I was sitting peacefully on Mark’s gator (the vehicle he rides around in) while he finished installing the last bathroom fixture. I was startled by the honk of a car horn, a foreign sound on our island. It was Andrew and Harry, our neighbours over on Big Whale, alerting us. They needed a boat ride over to our shop and this is how they let us know. Because our boat was over on Chub Cay the honking continued, disturbing not only our peace but also a couple sitting out on their catamaran in the channel. Thankfully, he hopped into their dingy and took it upon himself to not only pick up but also deliver our island friends to Little Whale Cay. Once here, he waited patiently while our neighbours shopped.
like to accomplish while we are here. Our sights are set high, so that train of thought can be very overwhelming! Usually making a simple list is extremely helpful; however, these projects – big, small and numerous – are written in between and sorting the list into priorities often provides more clarity. After searching I found a program on the computer called Smartsheet, and until my one-month trial is up I plan to take advantage of its organizational skills.
Now that each task is aligned under a proper heading and each one is given a starting and ending date, I now have the lists of equipment needed to accomplish the tasks, a designated project leader assigned, and I am able to think more clearly. If I could figure out a way to stage a “work-cation”, I would love to bring a team of women friends from home here to help me. On many occasions I have witnessed miracles performed when “many hands make light the work.”
Our little world got smaller again when the sailor/chauffeur introduced himself. He was from Michigan and we were as familiar with his neck of the woods as he was with ours! After his random act of kindness, he returned the following day with his girlfriend Geeza, who is from Germany. Specifically, she was from Berchtesgaden where Mark’s hockey team travelled to play not long ago. After touring around the island we sat down for a quick visit and a cold beer.
This past week an I.T. guy flew here to work on our internet, satellite and phone services. While on the island he enjoyed the luxury of a five-star room and three meals a day with us in our home. Nightly, he entertained us by reeling off all the things he did to keep busy for the 4½ days here. Mark and I appeased him with our grins, as he spoke of plugging this in, unplugging that, updating, patching and reconfiguring. Still, after all that Mark and I are no closer to understanding the physical network topology here or anywhere!
Sadly, even though everything has been upgraded, installed, tuned and optimized the phone lines are the same, if not worse, and we were unable to stream the Tragically Hip concert on Saturday night!
One may think that if anyone understood or loved solitude, it would be a sailor. But here they were astounded and a bit in awe of us and the fact that we had chosen to live and work on a fairly remote island. It wasn’t the first time someone has asked us if we had ever experienced island fever yet. I’ve actually started to wonder at times if we have or perhaps we should have! Then the thought occurs, “If we haven’t, is there something wrong with us?”
Later that day I kept my fit bit happy by choosing to walk up to the main house to do the laundry instead of riding the golf cart. I added a few bonus Ks by taking the seaside path to check on our sea turtle nest. It is heaving with a hundred growing babies beneath the sand. I am hopeful that the waning full moon will encourage the hatchlings to commence digging to the surface and make their way quickly to the sea. Once safely there, they will swim tirelessly for around 20 hours. After losing 20% of their body weight, they will finally hitch a ride on a mass of sargassum seaweed. Unfortunately, their numbers will be less by then as predators consider them fair play.
Hitching a ride or at least getting some help comes to my mind often. Time alone gives me time to think. Sometimes my thoughts are about all of the projects that we would
Instead, we glanced outside and the sea was like glass so we headed down for a soak in the 90º waters, with an ice cold G & T with lime and mint in hand. While investigating the sandy beach bottom it was promising to find numerous good-sized live conch. We finished off our dip by swimming around the island from little Stingray beach to the opening of our harbour, where we skulled silently in, surprising Butler like a mermaid and merman. Butler smiled with envy. He hopes that I will teach him to swim soon.
We are thankful when Sunday arrives as a day of rest and reflection. For those who participated in the Tragically Hip concert we wished them a little of both of the above and some recuperation too. It sounds like Lil Hil’s in Wheatley may have had a booming morning serving breakfast. We wish we could have joined in!
Mark finished up tiling and I kneaded more bread; just the alone time that we both needed to remind us that we are far from lonely. We simply needed an adventure off the rock. A boat ride to Flo’s conch bar and grill, followed by a bread delivery to Bonds Cay topped off our Hip weekend!
Canadian, eh?
As the Trump-Clinton race comes down to the wire, I can’t help but chuckle at some of the things that are coming out of that election to our south.
they are in place, just the fact that they legislated that gun owners have to register all of their long guns.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen two more polarizing candidates in a U.S. Presidential race.
I try to remain neutral on political matters so I won’t spew rhetoric here that might be considered political at all. Suffice to say that it’s comical to watch. Let’s just hope the buffoonery and underhandedness subsides, no matter who is elected to the most powerful office in the free world come November.
Elsewhere in the world, people are starving and being beheaded on a regular basis, so once again I’m thankful to be Canadian.
By the time you read this, I will be spending some time in the United States for the first time in awhile. The Americans are always hospitable to us neighbours to the north. That part doesn’t concern me.
The world we live in has become one of fear and terror and it makes you uneasy to travel in this day and age. But we will soldier on, because if we don’t, those that would want to terrorize us have otherwise won that battle.
I’ve lamented the gun laws here before. Not so much that
The long gun registry is now a thing of the past but I’m thankful that the gun control in place here is adequate enough to keep the automatic weapons at bay for the most part.
I wrote a column in the Leamington Post a few years ago, after the Colorado theatre shootings, asking why anyone, other than police or military, would require an automatic weapon.
Since the Post at that time was part of the Sun Media chain, my column got shared throughout Canada and the U.S., prompting all sorts of rebuttals, emails and even threats.
So now, here in this small town paper, I try my best to stay away from the controversial, both nationally and locally.
And we will leave it at that.
So as I travel through the back hills of West Virginia this week, side-stepping forest fires and floods, hoping to at least see some wildlife and not get eaten, I’ll remember where I came from.
And as good a time as we are having on our little excursion, I’ll still be happy to cross that border back into Canada at the end of the week.
MARK RIBBLE
Rib’s Ramblings
Need for fast food leads to arrest
On August 18 at approximately 1:30 a.m. Leamington OPP responded to the report of an intoxicated driver in the McDonalds drivethrough on Talbot St. W. in Leamington.
Police arrived at the restaurant to find a green Pontiac still in the drivethrough lane. The driver was spoken to by police and was arrested after exhibiting signs of impairment.
A 49-year-old Windsor man was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired and Refusing to Provide a Breath Sample.
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UMEI Christian High School’s 5th Annual Surf & Turf at Mastronardi Estate Winery proved to be a huge success with 177 guests in attendance, raising $20,000 to support high quality education from within a Christian perspective. A big thanks to all the sponsors and supporters.
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Everyone recognizes your ambition this week, Aries. Channel your energy constructively and don’t be ashamed to pursue your goals so strongly.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, tackle some slow and steady work this week rather than trying to be innovative or unique. There will be a time to innovate later on. Right now you need to prove yourself.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, you are in the mood to get started on something new over the next few days. Think about some tasks you have been putting off and develop a plan to address them.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, take an intellectual approach to solving a problem that has been bothering you for quite some time. Ask a friend for advice if you find you need some help.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, approaching someone who has not done his or her share of the work can be difficult. Tread gently because this person may have been distracted by something more pressing.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Your big ideas are highly valued, Virgo. Let others know what you are thinking and you may find that even more people are receptive to your ideas than you initially thought.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, things have been going your way for some time now. It’s exciting waiting for whatever is just around the corner. This unanticipated good fortune is just what you need.
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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Open yourself up to a new way of thinking, Scorpio. While your way of doing things may be right most of the time, adopting a fresh perspective may help you see things more clearly.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, try doing something on the spur of the moment. Spotaneity may give you a rush that you may not have felt in some time. This could be just the excitement you need right now.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Try to meet some new people, Capricorn. Add to your collection of networking contacts, which will help further both your professional and personal lives.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, relax when a stressful situation presents itself. Add some humor to the situation so you and others can handle it in the most positive way possible.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, if others are uninterested in being social, find creative ways to enjoy some alone time. This may include music or artwork.
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Andrew Banar, creator and owner of Group Hug Apparel, will soon begin a campaign to fill bags with items for children of various age groups at The Dollar Tree in Leamington. The bags, to be filled with $1.25 donations by Dollar Tree customers from August 26 to September 6, will be sent to W.E. Care For Kids, Windsor and Children’s Health Foundation, London patients.
Driving with four-ways ends in arrest
On August 20 at approximately 3:35 a.m., Leamington OPP stopped a Ford travelling with its four-way lights illuminated on Danforth Ave.
The driver exhibited signs of impairment and was issued a roadside screening device demand resulting in a fail.
A 36-year-old Leamington man was arrested and charged with Exceed 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content.
Deceased identified
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has completed the investigation into a body recovered from the waters at the Happy Snapper Marina in Leamington on August 15, 2016.
William Ouimette, age 71, of Tilbury was discovered at approximately 2:30 p.m.
The death has been deemed non-suspicious.
Group Hug founder to launch ‘back pack’ program
By Bryan Jessop
Christmas is still more than four months away, but Andrew Banar is already in the giving spirit.
Banar, a former Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School student and founder/owner of Group Hug Apparel, will soon launch a 12-day charitable endeavor called Help Fill A Back Pack With Andrew Banar in a partnership with Leamington’s Dollar Tree store. Starting Friday, Aug. 26, the local Dollar Tree — located at 288 Erie St. South — will accept donations of $1.25 or more from customers to go toward filling small back packs with items for children receiving medical treatment with W.E. Care For Kids at Windsor Regional Hospital and the Children’s Health Foundation in London. The event will wrap up Sept. 6.
A Downs Syndrome patient, Banar himself has received treatment from both facilities for numerous health issues.
“We feel it’s important to give back to kids, since we’ve been there,” said Banar’s mother Karen Pickle.
Banar, who has enjoyed the charitable aspect of his business Group Hug Apparel since it began in 2007, is eager to see his newest endeavor get underway.
“I’m excited about it,” he said. “I can’t wait. I want to fill hundreds (of back packs).”
The project has actually set a goal of filling 50 of the multi-coloured bags, each supplied through Banar’s business. The stuffed bears to be included have already been sponsored by donating customers in a previous campaign hosted by Leamington’s Dollar Tree. Teddy bear donations to hospitalized sick children has been an ongoing endeavor for Banar through his Group Hug Apparel website. At http:// shop.grouphugapparel.com/product/bear-in-a-bag, contributors can arrange to have a stuffed animal in one of the back pack/cinch bags decorated with his “Be Strong Rock On” logos for a donation of $20. The gesture has caught international attention, inspiring contributions from across Canada and the United States as well as Australia.
Additional items for both Help Fill A Back Pack With Andrew Banar and Bear In A Bag will include colouring books, crayons and other gifts to keep young patients busy during lengthy
hospital stays. The specific content of each bag will depend on the age of its intended recipient. Older kids will receive items including crossword puzzles and doodle pads. Each bag will likely include about half a dozen contributions or more.
The idea for the 12-day event began when Leamington Dollar Tree store manager Helena Dos Santos saw a video on Banar’s past charitable endeavors online. She approached Pickle and Banar with the proposal to set up a program based out of the store she manages a few weeks earlier. The three hope to host similar charitable events after the back pack campaign ends in early September.
On Saturday, Aug. 27, the charity drive will feature a barbecue at the Dollar Tree from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring the sale of hot dogs, chips and beverages in support of the program. Banar will be on site to apply temporary tattoos while entertainment will be provided by Stilt Guys and face painting by Sunshine The Clown. Barbecue supplies are being provided by nearby M&M Meat Shops, Food Basics and Old Dutch and Coco-Cola as Dollar Tree suppliers.
Group Hug Apparel began nine years ago as a means for Banar to pay for his tuition at St. Clair College, from where he has since graduated from the life skills program. The idea was met with encouraging response, inspiring him to dedicate part of the proceeds to various charitable causes. Along with his mother, he has donated many of the Bear In A Bag packages to kids in person. Thus far, Group Hug Apparel has raised roughly $50,000 for hospitalized kids and charities.
“It’s taken on a life of its own, although he’s really nonchalant about it,” said Karen. “He really enjoys it and loves to make deliveries to hospitals and events. He loves to meet new people.”
New vision for Leamington’s uptown
The Municipality of Leamington has announced a new vision for its uptown core. The vision showcases an exciting place for citizens and businesses with all the amenities of an urban lifestyle – from a boutique hotel and residences, to shops and pedestrian friendly greenspace.
Uptown revitalization was identified as one of the main values articulated by Council during the strategic planning session held in January 2015.
A local artist has provided an artistic rendering that displays one possible vision for uptown revitalization; however, the Municipality will seek public input for alternative concepts to help shape the future development of Leamington’s uptown core.
C.A.O. Peter Neufeld revealed the concept drawing at a special meeting of Council on Thursday, August 18. Ideas included an arched ‘gateway’ to Leamington at the four corners, altering Queen Street to greater pedestrian friendliness, Commercial/stacked higher-end housing uptown, eliminating on-street parking and replacing it on Erie Street with continuous bicycle lanes, extensive boulevards along Talbot Street, and the capacity to completely close Mill Street at Fox to vehicular traffic and create pedestrian malls almost at will while making Mill one lane with angle parking during normal times.
“This is an important step forward in the regeneration of our uptown,” said Mayor John Paterson. “We envision a vibrant bustling neighbourhood where people can experience unique shops, restaurants, and entertainment.”
While some of the concepts will require private investment, some of the concepts could be implemented quickly, inexpensively, and on a trial basis to achieve an immediate impact.
“Leamington recognizes the importance of connecting the plan to develop our waterfront to the revitalization of our uptown core. Creating a tourist destination at the waterfront and creating bike lanes and pedestrian friendly walkways between the waterfront and the uptown will help draw people to entertainment, restaurants and commercial services provided by our uptown merchants, changing how people experience Leamington,” said Peter Neufeld, Chief Administrative Officer.
Through the engagement of a consultant, public input will be sought regarding both the Waterfront Development Concepts released in 2015, as well as, and in conjunction with, public input regarding the Uptown Revitalization Concepts.
Changes arrive for Leamington band
By Bryan Jessop
A local group of musicians is for the most part ‘leaving’ its past behind.
Despite an impressive list of competition victories and establishing a regional following that has grown over the years, the band Takers & Leavers has undergone a stylistic change that has inspired it to take on a new name for the second time since first forming in 2010. As of January this year, the group of Leamington-area musicians dropped the name Takers & Leavers in favour of The Brandy Alexanders — a name inspired by a story relating to a preferred cocktail of John Lennon from The Beatles, one of the band’s greatest influences. Allegedly, Lennon and fellow musician Harry Nilsson were drinking Brandy Alexanders one night while heckling a live performance by The Smothers Brothers. The two were reportedly drunk by the time they were thrown out of the facility for their antics.
While taking their music into a somewhat different direction than when they started as Nuclear Sunrise six years ago, members of the band felt it was appropriate to change their collective moniker as well.
“We wanted to come up with something solid,” said The Brandy Alexanders’ Shawn Dawson, who plays bass and backs the main vocals of singer/guitarist Alex Dick. “The old names weren’t up to par with what we wanted. It was different music before. It’s something fresher now.”
Dawson is joined by Alex Dick, his brother Daniel Dick on keyboards, Derek Impens on drums, Marshall Buttl on lead guitar and Kaitlyn Karns on backing vocals in the band’s lineup. Member changes from the original group that started as a Leamington District Secondary School Battle of the Bands entry when its founders were in Grade 11 inspired the first name change in 2013. The group’s musicians are currently in their early and mid 20s, some now working full time while others are taking courses at University of Windsor. Since approaching the Windsor scene, the band has developed a steady following of fans by playing gigs at the city’s locations including The Phog Lounge, Milk Coffee Bar and Villains Beastro. Earlier this summer, the group performed as part of Voices Against Leukemia, hosted by Walkerville Brewery. They’ve also performed in Leamington locations including The Seacliffe Inn, Freddy’s Restaurant, Chuck’s Roadhouse and the Leamington Fair.
The Brandy Alexanders released a self-titled E.P. of five original songs in mid May of this year and is currently going through the editing stage for a music video. Updates on the band can currently be found on its Facebook page “The Brandy Alexanders Band”, while its own website www.thebrandyalexanders.com is in the works
The CD Release Party on May 14 took place at the Phog Lounge, where the band was greeted by a sold-out crowd where some had to watch and listen from outside. The five songs within the EP include 1. Ceiling Fan, Man, 2. I Don’t Know What I’m Trying To Do, 3. Hey, Why’d You Do It?, 4. Anastasia and 5. Conventional Lie.
The EP was originally recorded by Brett Humber of Sound Foundry Studios in Kingsville and was re-mixed by Impens, who returned to the band last year and is also responsible for its sound and engineering. Copies are available online at Band Camp, cdbaby.com and Spotify and in Windsor at Doctor Disc. The collection will soon be available on iTunes. Thus far, about 150 of the 200 copies the band has had printed for personal distribution have been sold.
The Brandy Alexanders have other original songs in their repertoire, but decided to limit the EP to five particular tracks.
“Their music has really evolved and they’ve got a lot of potential,” said the band’s marketing director Tara Omstead, who noted that some listeners list their music under the genre of psychedelic pop rock. “They’ve got a collection of other great songs, but they didn’t think they were good enough (for the EP).”
Dawson explained that the group’s music has matured and taken on elements of funk and soul as well as styles associated with an assortment of other genres. The band has been inspired by The Beatles and more recently an Australian act dubbed Tame and Paula over the years, but doesn’t point
out any single source as the lone approach to writing its own music.
“We dabble in different genres, which is something we didn’t do as much before,” Dawson explained. “As we’ve been getting older, we’ve branched out to other types of music.”
The Brandy Alexanders are currently creating new material that will appear on a full-length album to be produced by a business recently started by Impens — Radsouls Studio, in Windsor. Recording may start within the next couple months, although the band will continue to fine-tune its new songs before hitting the studio.
“We want to play them live first and see how everyone reacts,” Alex said. “We want to make sure it feels right.”
Videographer Ryan Bro — owner of Zebra Media — chats with The Brandy Alexanders’ Shawn Dawson and Alex Dick during a break in shooting a music video for their original song Anastasia. The local band released a self-titled EP in May of this year and is preparing to record a new, full-length album. (Submitted photo)
New summer program brought to LDSS
By Bryan Jessop
Summer school is no longer just for students looking to catch up on courses they struggled with from the previous September to June.
The Greater Essex County District School Board’s Reaching Ahead program recently completed its second year at five participating schools, including four from Windsor and Leamington District Secondary School. The initiative allows the past June’s Grade 8 graduates to get a feel for what lies ahead in high school as well as earn their first credit. The four-week course began last year as a pilot project at W.F. Herman Secondary School in Windsor, led by WECDSB student success consultant Jason Lynn and LDSS science teacher Lisa Jeffery.
Jeffery also taught this year’s Reaching Ahead course in Leamington, which included 20 students about to make the transition from elementary school to Grade 9. Most are coming to LDSS from its surrounding feeder schools although a few hailed from Kingsville. Reaching Ahead focuses on improving literacy and numeracy skills, but is primarily established as a means of exploring the workplace and acclimatizing students to the secondary school atmosphere. The course’s main objective was to investigate careers that appeal to the students and how to obtain those careers while also considering apprenticeships, co-ops, part-time and summer jobs and various post-secondary options. In part, the group studied basic labour rights, conflict resolution strategies, negotiating, interacting with co-workers and budget management.
“They did really well,” Jeffery said of the 20 students at LDSS. “It’s quite an intense program to do in four weeks, but it’s so worthwhile. At first, they were apprehensive about high school. Now, they’re confident. I was really im-
Twenty soon-to-be Grade 9 students from the Reaching Ahead program hosted by Leamington District Secondary School organized a Fun Fair at the school Tuesday, July 26 for the day campers of the United Way Focus On Youth initiative. The six- to 12-year-old campers played an assortment of indoor and outdoor games for the chance to win any of a number of prizes. (Submitted photo)
pressed with their work ethic — I expect them to be leaders in their classes.”
Jeffery has received positive feedback from the parents of students who enrolled in the voluntary program, many of whom explained that they would have liked such programming available when they were approaching their high school years. On Mondays to Fridays from July 6-29, students were in-class at LDSS from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and then completed on-line assignments of one to two hours in length.
“They worked hard,” Jeffery said. “Missing one day of the programming would have been like missing four or five days from a regular semester. They really got an idea of the quality of work expected in high school and how important it is to keep up.”
The ‘exploring the workplace’ credit earned during the program is actually a guidance course in the Grade 10 curriculum. The 20 days of Reaching Ahead included teambuilding exercises at Gesstwood Camp in Essex, researching a field of work and local business as one of its projects and the organization of a Fun Fair as part of the United Way Summer Day Camp for 60 six to 12-year-olds, also held at LDSS. Fun Day included several indoor and outdoor games, crafts and chances for the Summer Day Care youths to win prizes.
Jeffery noted that Reaching Ahead will return to LDSS for next summer and those to follow, hoping to see it expand for future sessions. On average, LDSS welcomes about 200 Grade 9 students every September.
LDMH welcomes new doctor to Maternal Newborn Obstetrics team
Dr. Idris Yekinni will be joining the Maternal Newborn Obstetrics team at Leamington District Memorial Hospital starting November 1, 2016. Dr. Yekinni has previously worked in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan. He is currently practising at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Estevan, Saskatchewan. He brings with him a wealth of experience and outstanding patient satisfaction reviews.
Dr. Yekinni completed his specialist training in General Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) in Ireland. He has post-graduate qualifications in Ireland, as well as in the United Kingdom. In addition, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, as well as a Fellow of the American College Of Obstetricians and Gynaecology.
Dr. Yekinni has practised medicine in four countries on three different continents, providing him exposure to a wide demography of patients. Expectant mothers will continue, as always, to have safe deliveries in Leamington, with epidural if needed, and will not have to travel for birthing services.
“My family and I have been looking for the right opportunity to move to Southern Ontario and we feel Leamington and the surrounding area will be an ideal fit,” said Dr. Yekinni. “During our two visits, over the last couple of months, we were made to feel at home and have enjoyed the surrounding communities. I look forward to working in the area and raising my family here.”
“I am very pleased that we have been able to recruit an OB/GYN with Dr. Yekinni’s qualifications and credentials to our hospital and our community,” said Terry Shields, Chief Executive Officer at LDMH. “The Obstetrics Unit at Leamington Hospital will continue to expand and provide excellent Maternal-New Born care to the communities we serve.”
An engagement event is being planned on October 12 at Deer Run Church, Leamington, where the community will be able to meet Dr. Yekinni and LDMH’s maternal newborn team.
1937 Ford coupe with Kingsville history
On display at the Canadian Transportation Museum west of Kingsville is a blue 1937 Ford coupe donated to the museum in 1996 by Bill Conklin. It was the only car his greatgrandfather David Conklin ever owned – and he drove it until 1952, when he passed away at 97.
The Conklin family came to the Kingsville area in the early 1800s and David owned one of the oldest sawmills in Essex County beginning in 1885. His little blue coupe was often seen around the area and he was noted for often giving a ride to weary walkers. After his death, the car remained in the family, even when a U.S. banker wanted to buy it.
Bill Conklin, a law professor at the University of Windsor, was determined that the car remain in the Kingsville area. Bill drove the car while in high school and later began restoring it in 1982. When he donated it to the museum in 1996, Harry Bergman, chair of Heritage Village, said: “This is probably one of the finest examples of local history with respect to transportation.”
Ford cars built for 1937 had several interesting new features, including the new streamlined grille inspired by the Lincoln-Zephyr, which came out the previous year. The headlights were blended into the front fenders for the first time. Gone now was the old 4-piece side-opening hood dating back to the days of the Model T. Every 1937 Ford had a one-piece hood hinged at the back and opening at the front. And because the hood was tapered toward the front, people called it an “alligator” hood.
But the new features didn’t end there. For the first time, Ford had a V-shaped 2-piece windshield for streamlining and an all-steel roof, eliminating the old fabric-insert roof that often leaked as the car got older. In 1936, Henry Ford claimed that an all-steel roof made a drumming sound on the highway but changed his tune next year to keep up with the competition.
In other ways, the ’37 Ford was not new. It still had 4-wheel mechanical brakes when most other cars had switched to hydraulics. As late as 1938, Ford advertised “the safety of steel from pedal to wheel” but finally adopted hydraulic brakes in 1939.
The 1937 Ford was the only car in the low price field to have a V8 engine – and the engine in our feature car at the museum cranks out 85 horsepower. That engine, along with attractive styling, made it possible for Ford to sell a lot of cars throughout the 1930s. And in 1935, Ford even outsold Chevrolet!
Marijuana grow-op dismantled
On August 17 at approximately 9:30 a.m., members of the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), Essex County Street Crime Unit (SCU), Forensic Identification Unit (FIU) and Essex County OPP uniformed patrol officers executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant in the 1500 block of Essex County Rd. 34, Kingsville.
Approximately 1,700 mature marijuana plants were seized, with a street value of approximately $1.7 million.
A 53-year-old male from Toronto and a 34-year-old male of Richmond Hill were each charged with Possession of a Schedule 2 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking, Over 3 Kilograms, and Produce a Schedule 2 Substance (Cannabis Marijuana), contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Ontario.
The OPP encourages the public to contact police if they suspect or witness illicit drug activity in their neighbourhood.
“Today’s significant seizure of marijuana plants within a greenhouse complex in Ruthven and subsequent arrest of two individuals from the Greater Toronto Region help to underscore the efforts of law enforcement in identifying these illegal operations,” said OPP Inspector Glenn Miller. “Members of the OPP Essex County Street Crimes Unit and OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, Drug Enforcement Unit, work collaboratively together in investigating these unlicensed criminal grow operations throughout Essex County and beyond. We remain committed through our efforts and the strong support of citizens, in identifying and investigating these illegal entities.”
Charged with child pornography offences
Members of the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit arrested and charged a Leamington man following an internet investigation.
On August 12 the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit, assisted by members from the Leamington OPP and the Technological Crime Unit from Chatham-Kent Police Service, executed a search warrant at a Leamington residence. As a result of this investigation, computer devices were
seized and are pending forensic analysis.
A 33-year-old Leamington man faces several charges contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada: Making Child Pornography Available; Possession of Child Pornography (2 counts); Accessing Child Pornography.
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
The investigation is continuing.
Search for swimmer ends in tragedy
On Saturday, August 20 the Pelee Island OPP, Essex County OPP Marine Unit, Joint Rescue Coordination Center (JRCC) and the Canadian and United States Coast Guard joined forces to search for a swimmer off the southern tip of Pelee Island near Fish Point. The U.S. Coast Guard helicopter and the OPP also participated in the search effort.
At approximately 1:50 p.m., four young men reportedly went swimming together near Fish Point; however, one male struggled and did not return to shore with the others.
The search was suspended that evening due to unsafe weather conditions. As the search was resuming on August 21 at approximately 9:30 a.m., the deceased was located near shore by a civilian.
The deceased has been identified as Jered Grieb, age 20 from Chardon, Ohio.
1937 Ford 2-passenger coupe had Windsor factory list price of $709.
OBITUARY
Edward W. Thiessen
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward “Eddy” W. Thiessen at the age of 55. Born January 3, 1961, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Late of Kingsville.
Beloved son of Eddy and Betty Thiessen. Loving husband to Karen. Cherished father to Rachel Sutak (Jonathan), Amy and Luke Thiessen. Endeared brother to Linda Thiessen and Heidi Thiessen-LeBoeuf (Peter). Beloved uncle to Lauren Tales (Braeden), P.J. Tales, and Ciara and Katrin Leboeuf. Great-uncle to Hayley Thiessen.
Eddy was a truck driver for H.J. Heinz for over 20 years. He played hockey for the Essex 73’s and the Leamington Flyers, winning All Ontario Championships. He was also drafted by the Windsor Spitfires. As per Eddy’s wishes, cremation has taken place with a private family service to follow.
Cremation arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice Cremation Centre (519-254-2585).
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca
INTRODUCTION TO LAWN
BOWLING at Leamington Lawn Bowling Club. Free instruction and play on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Next to the United Church at 7 John St, behind Masonic Temple. Parking lot entrance is just off Erie on Clark St., across from Police and Fire stations. Info: Jackie 519-3261361.
FREE MUSIC MONDAYS AT THE MARINA, 6:30-8:30 p.m., final performance of the season is Monday, August 29 , weather permitting. "Chet', the group's drummer from Florida, will join Brad and Lynn Bailey and Jim Chorba for a wonderful evening of secular and gospel music. For more info call 519-326-4825.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR
CLINIC at Leamington Kinsmen
Recreation Complex, Wednesday, September 7, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New Donors and Walk Ins Welcome! To book an appointment, please contact us at 1-888236-6283 / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App
WALK-IT FOR PARKINSON’S –Sunday, September 11, Malden Park and Visitor’s Centre, 4200 Malden Road, Windsor.
Registration 12:00 noon. Walk starts at 1:00 pm. (2km and 5km walk) on paved trails. Free t-shirts and pedometers for all walkers. The Walk is followed by a free bbq picnic and activities – pole walking, Scottish dancers, VON exer-
OBITUARY
William Bateman
William “Bill” Bateman, 87 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 18, 2016 at the Sun Parlor Home for Seniors.
Jean Ingratta
Jean Kathleen Ingratta, 58 years, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at Erie Shores Hospice.
Beloved husband of Elsa for 65 years. Loving father of Dean (Lynn), Janis Lott (Ken), Bill Jr., the late Jill Bateman Snider (2004). Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren also survive. Dear brother of Danny (Jan), Ray (Barb) and the late Naomi Wladarski (the late Walt), the late Bruce (Joan), the late Bob (Laurie) and the late Jane Dietrich (the late Jerry). Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.
At Bill’s request, cremation has taken place.
There will be a celebration of Bill’s life at Unico Hall, 37 Beech Street, Kingsville, on Sunday, August 28, 2016 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to M.S. or Alzheimer Society by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington at 519-326-2631 or at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Breakfasts $8.95 Mondays: Quesadillas $7.95
SUNDAYS Prizes at the Live Races at theRaceway!Leamington
cises, face painting, Canadian Blood Services.
SUMMER CONCERT WITH DALE BUTLER AND FRIENDS at St. Andrew's United Church, Sunday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m., 4625 Main St., Comber. Freewill offering. Refreshments to follow in church hall.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEED FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
WINDSOR-ESSEX from the Leamington and Kingsville area. If you believe that you can make a difference in a child’s life and can commit to a minimum of one year, for a few hours a week, check out the website and online orientation a t www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
WINDSOR-ESSEX ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS from the Leamington area to volunteer in a group mentoring setting called On Track to Success which takes place from September to June. Info at www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca/ or call 519-945-5232 ext. 23 to speak with Rose Culmone, Director of Programs.
CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION
MUSEUM AND HERITAGE
VILLAGE (CTMHV) ON THE ARNER TOWN LINE IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS to help with kids programs such as 'Pioneer for a Day', special events, shows, meetings, or in the museum, log cabins and period buildings, etc. If you have a few hours to spare and
would like to help out, contact Judy Anderson, Education and Volunteer Coordinator at CTMHV, 519-776-6909 or email education@ctmhv.com
MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-IN, 1st and last Monday of the month only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers, refreshments, games, exercise. It's free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome.
ARE YOU AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE'S DRINKING? The Wheatley Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club (north entrance), 171 Erie St. N.
DO YOU ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND MEETING PEOPLE? South Essex Community Council in Leamington is currently looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels Delivery. If you are interested in volunteering during the morning for about 1 hour per week or as a back-up volunteer, please call Noreen or Susan at SECC - 519326-8629 ext.381.
www.secc.on.ca.
PREGNANCY & RESOURCE
CENTRE, 33 Princes St. (Princess Centre) Suite 408, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-3260612. Business calls: 519-3263821.
Dear daughter of the late Domenic and Anna Marie Ingratta. Beloved sister of Lee Ingratta (Patty), Lena Howell (Guy), Marie Ingratta, Don Ingratta (Sheila), Jim Ingratta (Karen), Connie Brown (Rob), Gerry Ingratta (Shelley). Favourite aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Jean will be missed by her dear friend Brent Bourdeau.
Jean was a dedicated employee who loved her job at the Sun Parlor Home for the past 28 years.
At Jean’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Legion News
Wheatley Br. 324 – By Jan Watson
Debbie Seili and Jim McClellan led the Fun Darts players on Aug. 12 winning all 7 games. Arnold Seili and Doug Seili tied with Julie Reid and Richard Howe with 4 wins each. Mary Robinson and Joe Pinch won 3 games followed by Carol Balestrieri and Gord Crook with 2 wins. Velma Hope and Debbie Ouellette beat the skunk with one win. The lady doublers were Debbie O., Mary and Julie.
BANK THEATRE NOTES
10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434
LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805
AUDITION CALL FOR "LEND ME A TENOR"
SEPTEMBER 7 & 8 @ 7:00 - 9:00 PM
All preparation materials are available on the Bank Theatre website: www.banktheatre.com
Characters: 1 male mid 30’s; 1 female late 20’s; 1 male mid 50’s; 1 male mid 40’s Italian accent; 1 female late 30’s Italian accent; 1 female mid 50’s; 1 female mid 30’s; 1 male or female late 20’s Italian accent.
SEPTEMBER 10 @ 7:30 PM
BENEFIT CONCERT PRESENTED BY CURTIS DREIDGER
Accomplished Ontario musician and choir master, Curtis Dreidger, will be performing a benefit concert for The Bank Theatre, entitled "My Puny Life". Primarily a piano concert he will also be performing on mandolin, guitar and violin. All proceeds go to The Bank Theatre. Tickets are $15 and available at Wharram's Jewellery, Thomson Guardian Pharmacy and Counter Effects or online at brownpapertickets.com
ON GOLDEN POND
SEPTEMBER 16, 17, 23, 24 @ 7:30 PM
SEPTEMBER 18 & 25 @ 2:00 PM
Under the direction of Joel Lewsaw the Sun Parlour Players present this wonderful classic play. Tickets are $15 and available at: brownpapertickets.com, Wharram’s Jewellery, Thomson Guardian Pharmacy and Counter Effects.
Upcoming events include Allison Brown in concert, October 14, followed by the comical musical production of "The Addams Family" October 20 - 23. Ticket info to follow.
Join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
There were 3 two-time winners at the Meat Draws on August 13 that were run by yours truly – Julie Reid, Winnie Simpson and Wendy Bowman. Other winners were Beth Clements, Jim McClellan, Dwayne Simpson, Judy Pickle and Doug Miller. Jerry Summerville won the 50/50 draw.
Coming up… Fish Fry Sat. Aug. 27; L.A. Breakfast Sun. Aug. 28; Outdoor Patio Fri. Sept. 2 and Sat. Sept. 3 with entertainment starting at 8 p.m.
The Executive received a legitimate concern from a member, however, it was not signed, therefore they cannot act on this concern. The Executive wants to hear your concerns, your suggestions, even your “beefs”, but they must be signed in order to be considered.
OBITUARY
Roger Patry
OBITUARY
Carlos Medeiros
OBITUARY
William Sanford
Roger Joseph Patry, of Highgate, passed away with his loving family by his side at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, age 65. Will be missed tremendously by his loving wife, soulmate and best friend Sharon Belton-Patry. Beloved father of son Darrin (Kelly) and daughter Kim (Nathan). Grandpa of William and J.T. Great-grandpa to Jacob. Stepfather of Jon (Penny), David (Amanda) and Janna (Bill). Step-grandpa of Garret, Olivia, Rachael, Meghan, Zoe, Hunter, Jacob and Chandler. Brother of Norman (Annette) and Cecile (late Jim). Uncle of Yvette, Willy (Maureen) and Steve (Barb). Great-uncle of Corey, along with many other nieces and nephews. Will also be missed by mother and father-in-law Jan and Casey Huisman, sisters and brothers-in-law Deb (Dave) and family, late Karen and her daughter Shelagh and family, Judy (Marty) and family, Nancy (late Jerry) and family, Doug (Penny) and family, Christine (Robert) and family, and Steven. Predeceased by his parents Lucien and Rose (nee Lalande) Patry. Family friends of the Koppert Family, the Home Depot Family, and Sprint Family.
Rog enjoyed life, loved to putter, was an avid classic car buff, woodworker and one damn fine trucker.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart & Stroke Foundation by contacting the funeral home.
A Celebration of Life for Rog was held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Main St., Ridgetown, on Saturday, August 20, 2016 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. McKinlay Funeral Home 76 Main St. E., Ridgetown, 519-674-3141.
H.O.L.L.A.N.D.
Carlos Medeiros, 62 years, passed away Friday, August 19, 2016 at LHSC University Campus.
Beloved husband of Selesia for 38 years. Loving father of Geneveva Medeiros-Cabral (Pedro), Edmund Medeiros (Renee). Cherished Vavô of Nicolas and Isabella MedeirosCabral. Dearest brother of Rogerio (Evangalina), Armando (Guida), Liseta, Nelson (Zodja) and sister-in-law Angel Bento (Jeshimon). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Carlos was a supervisor at Lake Erie Foods, McLean Brothers and most recently LaNassa Foods, where he respected and was respected by his co-workers.
Growing up, Carlos was a talented soccer player in his hometown of Povoção, Azores, Portugal, for team Mira Mar Sports Club.
He will be missed by his family and friends here in Canada and in Portugal, Bermuda and Brazil.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Mass of the Resurrection held on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 11 a.m. from St. Joseph’s Church, 310 Sherk St., Leamington. Fr. Hugo Santa Cruz officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington.
Memorial donations can be made to the Children’s Hospital London Health Sciences Centre (cheques made to Children’s Health Foundation) or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Family and friends may share their memories of Carlos or make an online contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
William Francis “Bill” Sanford passed away peacefully on Monday, August 15, 2016 at the age of 81.
Bill is predeceased by his two sons Jamie and Robbie. He will be missed by his wife Joan and their two sons Ritchie and Bill, two daughters-in-law Brenda and Celine, grandchildren Jack, Fred, Ella and Lorie.
A memorial service was held on Wednesday, August 24 at 11:00 a.m. at First Memorial Boal Chapel, 1505 Lillooet Rd., North Vancouver, BC.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC.
To place an obituary notice contact your funeral director or call our office at 519-398-9098
Happy 90th
BIRTHDAYS
Tomato Town family
weekend Aug. 27-28
The French’s Food Company and Highbury Canco have joined forces and will be hosting Tomato Town Family Fun Weekend at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, August 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.
Admission is a $2 donation or one canned good per person. All donations will support the local food bank in coordination with The Salvation Army.
Families will have unlimited access to the rides, zoo and 18 hole mini-golf. Other activities include a meet and greet with the Birds of Prey and a face-painting station. All donations will support the local food bank in coordination with The Salvation Army.
When it was announced in early 2016 that the Leamington Tomato Festival was cancelled, the Tomato Capital of Canada was in search of a festival. The French’s Food Company and Highbury Canco strongly support the tradition of the Leamington Tomato Festival. Both companies are proud to continue this tradition in Southwestern Ontario.
“It is our team that has made Highbury so successful in just two years. We strongly believe in supporting the community where our employees work, live and play. This event is a great opportunity for some family time, and we hope to build off of this event in the years to come. We are inviting residents of our community to join our family for some fun at Colasanti’s,” said Sam Diab, President and CEO of Highbury Canco Corporation.
French’s sources the tomatoes for its ketchup from Leamington. Supporting this event reinforces French’s commitment to its communities. In 2016, French’s expanded its partnership with Food Banks Canada to provide over 1.5 million meals to fight hunger through its “1 Bottle = 1 Meal” campaign.
“Great taste, real local ingredients and true commitment to our communities, that’s what this is all about,” said Elliott Penner, president of the French’s Food Company.
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Raising money for Humane Society
Four-year-old Tanner Harrison, age 4, of Leamington, opened up his own lemonade stand Thursday, August 18 on Robson Road to raise money for the Humane Society. Tanner thought this was a great way to help the pets that are waiting for a loving home.
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What are your Councillors doing to end the Essex County library strike?
Our community’s children, adults and seniors have been shut out of their libraries all summer.
All 14 library branches of Essex County Libraries have been closed since Essex County Council pushed 58 library workers out on strike over a phantom sick time issue that even management admits is not an issue.
Libraries are our community hubs where children come to learn and play, and where adults and seniors connect with each other and with the world beyond.
What are your elected Councillors and Mayors doing to resolve this strike?
Call your elected Essex County Council representatives, listed below, and:
• Ask them why they are forcing library workers to accept a plan that will not save any money and cost more to administer.
• Tell them to move off their sick time position that a neutral third party arbitrator has already rejected.
• Remind them they were elected to represent your interests and tell them to resolve this strike and open our libraries.
Essex County Council and Management
Brian Gregg, CAO of Essex County, 519-776-6441 ext. 1325, bgregg@countyofessex.on.ca
Robin Greenall, CEO of Essex County Library, 519-776-5241, rgreenall@essexcountylibrary.ca
Richard Meloche, Library Board Chair, Deputy Mayor, Town of Essex, 519-982-2776, rmeloche@essex.ca
Andrew Dowie, Library Board Member, Ward 1 Councillor Town of Tecumseh, 226-773-1910, adowie@tecumseh.ca
Bart DiPasquale, Library Board Member, Deputy Mayor, Town of Amherstburg, 519-791-2636, bdipasquale@amherstburg.ca
Nelson Santos, Library Board Member, Mayor, Town of Kingsville, 519-796-5259, nsantos@kingsville.ca
Tom Bain, County Warden, Mayor, Town of Lakeshore, 519-567-9812, tbain@lakeshore.ca
Ken Antaya, Deputy Warden, Mayor, Town of LaSalle, 519-563-8883, kantaya@town.lasalle.on.ca
Aldo DiCarlo, Mayor, Town of Amherstburg, 519-253-3000 ext. 2669, adicarlo@amherstburg.ca
Ron McDermott, Mayor, Town of Essex, 519-791-3561, rmcdermott@essex.ca
Gord Queen, Deputy Mayor, Town of Kingsville, 519-733-4241, gordon.queen@gmail.com
Al Fazio, Deputy Mayor, Town of Lakeshore, 519-567-9958, afazio@lakeshore.ca
Marc A. Bondy, Deputy Mayor, Town of Lasalle, 519-734-8001, mbondy@town.lasalle.on.ca
John Paterson, Mayor, Leamington, 519-324-8334, mayor@leamington.ca
Hilda MacDonald, Deputy Mayor, Leamington, 519-326-8035, councilmembers@leamington.ca
Gary McNamara, Mayor, Town of Tecumseh, 519-735-2184 ext.115, gmcnamara@tecumseh.ca
Joe Bachetti, Deputy Mayor, Town of Tecumseh, 519-990-2981, jbachetti@tecumseh.ca
Midget Lakers advance to OBAs in Simcoe
The Leamington Midget Lakers, sponsored by Howie’s Custom Coating, defeated the Belle River Braves 9-6 in a must-win game on Wednesday evening, Aug. 17. The win advanced the locals to the OBA Midget ‘B’ championship in Simcoe.
To make it to the final game, Leamington defeated the Amherstburg Diamonbacks 5-2 in an early game on Wednesday after dropping an 8-7 decision to the Essex Yellowjackets on Tuesday.
The double-knockout two-day qualifier was to decide which two Sun Parlour Baseball Association teams would get entry to the ‘B’ championship. Essex is the other entry.
In the Belle River game, James Hiebert’s bases loaded triple in the fifth inning broke open a 2-2 contest and gave the Lakers the cushion they needed for the win. In the third inning, Brandon Teichroeb’s long double scored Billy Friesen from first base to tie the game at a pair of runs each.
“Anthony Fehr was hot throughout the three qualifying games,” said coach John Wall. “He had 9 hits in 10 at-bats – an impressive couple of days.”
Lucas Lamotte earned the win on the mound, throwing a very strong 5.2 innings. Hiebert came on in relief to seal the win. Together they struck out 11 Braves and gave up only 5 hits.
Anthony Fehr had 3 hits and Ryan Wall had 2 in the exciting finale.
Kameron Wall went the distance, pitching a four hitter
and striking out 6 in the contest against Amherstburg. Ryan Wall and Fehr had 3 hits each, Brett Enns had 2.
Dawson Iles’ diving catch in centre field helped snuff out a potential Diamondback rally.
The loss against Essex in the qualifier opener set the stage for the two must-win games. A seesaw battle that saw the lead change a number of times ended after 7 innings with the Lakers down by one.
“A couple uncharacteristic misplays came back to bite us,” said coach Chris Lamotte. “We battled back to a 5 to 4 lead but couldn’t hang on.”
Offensively the Lakers were led by Fehr with 3 singles and 2 hits from Enns, Kameron Wall, Kyle Wall and Aidan Massad. A Ryan Gates pinch hit single scored Derrick Antunes in the sixth inning to bring the Lakers within one.
“We had a couple nagging injuries, and looking for some base-running assistance we brought up Anthony Fehr, Michael Wiebe and Billy Friessen from the Bantam Lakers,” said Terry Misener. “None looked out of place and provided us with some depth.”
The Leamington Midget Lakers will travel to Simcoe this weekend, Aug. 26-28, to compete in the OBA Midget ‘B” championship.
The 12 team double-knock out tournament kicks off on Friday. Teams battling for top honours include Ancaster, Bolton, Essex, Halton Hills, Kawartha, Leamington, St. Thomas, Simcoe, Stratford, Uxbridge, Waterdown and Wyoming.
Leamington takes on Waterdown in their opening game on Friday morning. The championship is scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
Ryan Wall is congratulated by Brett Enns after hitting a home run in a game against Belle River.
( Submitted photo)
Thursday men’s golf results
After a break where the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club had a fun night scramble and meal with all the prizes handed out for the many individual winners (3 per week) since June 9, on August 18 it was back to the final stretch of seven weeks of play to take it through to the banquet and awards night the first week of October.
Team Byron Nelson continues to lead the way with 193 points, but just barely, holding only a 2-point advantage over the surging team of Jack Nicklaus who is pushing hard with 191 points. And, although Team Tom Watson has stumbled a bit in its drive to finish first or second, their 179 points gives them some breathing room over the Tiger Woods squad who has fallen 11 points back in fourth spot with 168.
Team Gary Player appears to have completely free fallen last week, being a total no-show with no points gathered in competition, remaining in fifth place still with 160 points but now a woeful 33 points out of first place. Sitting tied for sixth place, another 8 points back at 152, were the teams of Walter Hagen and Sam Snead.
In the skins competition, Neil Sawatzky, Tim Tiessen, Kevin Babkirk, David McIntyre, Dave Dick and Bill Gherasim all picked up singles, while Dustin Wright led the way with a pair of skins.
Neil Sawatzky also had a great night on the back 9, shooting a one under par 35 to edge out Kyle Humphreys by a stroke for low gross honours, while Bill Ruiter shot a one over par 37 to finish third lowest. Also, Tim Tiessen and Dave Owens each had rounds of 38 to tie for the fourth best score of the day.
In the net flight competition, Carl Young led the way with an impressive 5 under par net 31, while Chris Fehr finished right behind him with a 4 under par net 32. Tying for third spot with 3 under par net scores of 33 was the threesome of Peter Neufeld, Neil Sawatzky and Armando Mucci.
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Win some, lose some
For many, no matter how badly the odds are stacked up against us, we foolishly cling to hope for the best-case scenario to prevail.
For some, it’s playing the lottery over and over again. For others, it’s vying for a job that we know will take in resumes from a pile-up of applicants with exponentially more experience. For Canada’s Olympic teams, it’s expecting to complete the entire two weeks and two days without being sucked into globally-renowned controversy.
It’s a pretty strange phenomenon for a nation that so rarely makes international headlines. We’re not a country known for riots, assassinations, violent protests, civil wars or corruption at a scale to which others pale in comparison. But when the Olympics come around, we can’t seem to avoid it. In the grand scheme of things, we’re pretty lucky when you put it all into perspective. Losing medals over bribed judges or positive PED testing is nothing to lose sleep over when compared to the bloodshed that has become commonplace in countries like Syria, Afghanistan, Iraq, North Korea… the list goes on and on.
The first bug to hit the windshield seemed to have been Ben Johnson in 1988 in Seoul. We went crazy when he beat his own record of 9.83 seconds by clocking a 9.79 to take gold in the 100 m sprint. I recall CBC commentator Brian Williams excitedly explaining that the new benchmark was precisely what he predicted before the race started.
Then came the urine test results.
It was heartbreaking. A teacher in my Grade 9 art class noted that he suspected someone had been “messing with Johnson’s Gatorade bottle.” I believe Johnson later admitted to knowingly taking a performance enhancing drug, a steroid of one type or another. It was a heartbreaker.
Not long after that it was a bribed figure skating judge (from France, I recollect). I remember watching a Canadian Olympic boxer (Jamie Pagendam?) beat the ever-living tar out of an American opponent in a medal-qualifying match many years back — possibly the same ’88 Games where Johnson embarrassed us all. Even as a Canadian with virtually no knowledge of the sport, it was almost painful to watch, like a Rottweiler fighting a shih tzu. The judges’ decision? The nod went to the American, who looked like he had been run over by a Sherman tank.
Then there was the speed skater slew-footed by an unscrupulous American. The snowboarder whose gold medal was stripped (and then reinstated?) for traces of pot in his system. That proverbial windshield was in desperate need of a healthy dose of washer fluid.
In Rio, Evan Dunfee seemed poised for a bronze medal in the 50 km men’s speed walking event until he was hip-checked by a Japanese entry. Canada filed a protest and won, eliminating Hirooki Arai and effectively putting Dunfee back in the top three… for a brief moment. Japan appealed the decision to the IAAF and won. Why? Just because. I’m more poorly versed in speed walking than I am in boxing, but I’m aware of two rules — you can’t have both feet off the ground at the same time (that’s where walking becomes running) and you can’t run into an opponent. It might not have been a hit that Luke Richardson would have been proud of in his day, but there was clearly contact. Doesn’t matter, because Japan said so. Sounds fair.
In what can only be described as the biggest shock in Canadian Olympic history, a contested decision was made FAVOURING a team of Canucks. The 4x100 relay team of Akeem Haynes, Aaron Brown, Brendon Rodney and Andre De Grasse finished in the everso-hated rank of fourth, behind the American team by a scant 0.02 seconds — a close one even by drag racing standards. Then came the unexpected. The U.S. team was disqualified after review because of a baton exchange that took place outside the allowable zone.
The Americans protested the decision, but to no avail. This time, the IAAF stood its ground.
So there we have it. After completing all 307 events, Canada clawed its way up to 10th in the medal standings — that is if you go by total medals rather than just gold. That’s three more medals than hosting Brazil. Only one country with a lesser population finished ahead of us (Australia), and it was at least one that experiences a whole lot more summer
Unfortunately, when you look at the nation-by-nation frontrunners, you’ll notice a painfully obvious parallel between medal counts and economic status. Each and every one of
Jessop’s Journal the G8 countries finished in medal standings’ top 10. If you take the top 14 countries in gross domestic product (GDP), you’ll see that only two of them — India and Spain — didn’t make the top 14 in Olympic medals this year (Spain didn’t miss by much, finishing the Rio Games in 16th). Most of the world’s athletes, it seems, cannot afford to give up a moment of paid labour to prepare for international competition. At least they’ve got their priorities straight — most kids would rather their parents come home with food than medals.
I suppose its a textbook case of “it is what it is.” Financial power and the ability to back athletic success on a global stage go hand in hand. In the grand scheme of things, it looks as though Canadians haven’t been cheated that badly after all, at least not where it counts.
Team Black defenseman Parker Jacques closes in on Team Green forward Brayden Klemens as he carries the puck behind his net during a Leamington Flyers Main Camp session at Unico Arena Thursday, Aug. 18. The Flyers will host the LaSalle Vipers for a 6:30 p.m. pre-season game Friday, Aug. 26 and visit the Vipers Sunday, Aug. 28 at 6:30 p.m. for their second and last exhibition match of 2016. Leamington’s regular season will start with the Showcase event in London with a Saturday, Sept. 10 tilt against three-time Sutherland Cup defending Caledonia and a game the following day against Elmira, also in London. The Flyers’ home opener will be Thursday, Sept. 15 at 7:10 p.m. against LaSalle.
Flyers gearing up for 2016-17
By Bryan Jessop
The Leamington Flyers will be a younger team for the upcoming season, but aren’t expected to be less competitive.
The local Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League team is now well into its annual Main Camp, hosted by the Leamington Recreation Complex’s Unico Arena. Since the camp began Aug. 8, the number of rookie hopefuls has been pared down to about 40 from the original gathering of 80. As in years past, sessions have been made up mostly of scrimmage-style games between players divided into teams donning Flyers’ practice jerseys along with the Aug. 13 Red/White Game and two upcoming pre-season tilts against the county rival LaSalle. Leamington will host the Vipers Friday, Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. and then travel to the Vollmer Centre for a same-time start Sunday, Aug. 28.
“We’ll be a younger team than last year, but with the right guys in place, we can be successful.”
— Tony Piroski
“I’m pretty impressed,” Flyers head coach Tony Piroski said of this year’s camp. “Every year the camp gets better and better. The quality of players here has always been really good and this year’s been no different.”
Thus far, eight rookies have committed to the Flyers. Forwards Brett Vorshuk and Broden Meloche have been recruited from Junior C’s Essex 73’s and Amherstburg Admirals, respectively while forwards Blake Bain, Dallas Maurovic and Griffin Robinson as well as defensemen Parker Jacques, Sylvano Valente and Jaydon Fetter played last season at the midget AAA level. In its mission to replace both of last year’s goaltenders, the Flyers are focused on Connor Meyerink, who played 2015-16 with the Admirals. Leamington is waiting on Meyerink’s tryout results with the Ontario Hockey League’s North Bay Battalion to determine whether they’ll still be on the lookout for one or two goalies. Last season, Meyerink established a 2.39 goals against average and a .919 save percentage while collecting three shutouts in 24 starts.
Players from 2015-16 that Piroski and his fellow coaches expect to return include forwards Cale Phibbs, Zach Guilbeault, Mark Gangnon, Scott Florence, Liam Hogan and defensemen Nicolas Mainella, Zak Parlette and Thomas Virban. Mitchell Crevatin is expected to join the OHL’s Niagara Ice Dogs while Joe Urbanic and Mark Manchurek will dedicate the upcoming months to post-secondary education. The likelihood of Derek Elliott’s return will depend on the outcome of apprenticeship considerations. Places on the roster still up for grabs could be accommodated by more AAA players, local skaters or Junior C candidates.
“We’ve still got spots to fill at all positions,” Piroski said. “We’ll have to let it play out. I don’t care if they’re 17 or 19 (years old) — we want the best players. It’s really close be-
tween a lot of them, so we’re giving them all a fair shot.”
In total, the Flyers will replace an estimated 16 players from last season. The team’s lineup will likely include either five or six veterans of maximum allowable age — those turning 20 this year — leaving room for three or four more to accommodate the GOJHL’s new limit of nine. Piroski noted that efforts are in the works to introduce new veterans to the lineup to further support a large count of rookies and better balance the team’s age range.
“There’s no reason we cant’ be a really competitive team,” he added. “We’ll be a younger team than last year, but with the right guys in place, we can be successful.”
The only change to the bench staff this year is the replacement of outgoing goalie coach Branden Robitaille with newcomer and Wheatley resident Matt Anthony. A former Flyer himself, Anthony also played for the OHL’s Windsor Spitfires, Major Junior Atlantic Hockey League’s Yarmouth Mariners, Dalhousie University, the Dutch Pro League, the Federal Hockey League and the ECHL.
“We’re really excited to have him on board,” Piroski said of Anthony. “He studies the game well and is very enthusiastic about the position.”
The Flyers will likely have a finalized roster by the end of August or early September. The team’s home opener will be Thursday, Sept. 15 at 7:10 p.m. against LaSalle.
Leamington businessman Robert Tatomir has brought the “FUTUR” of affordable, high-end hockey sticks into our own back yard.
Tatomir has introduced FUTUR ice hockey sticks as an affordable alternative to players and teams across Canada and the U.S. via a line of 11 different models; many available in junior sizes and all available in intermediate and senior lengths.
Tatomir, FUTUR Hockey’s president and CEO, operates the company’s factory outlet store at 104 Talbot St. East in Leamington, next door to his Future Homes & Real Estate office.
Inventory at the outlet’s showroom varies according to demand, but generally offers a supply of about 1,000 of the pro line sticks representing FUTUR’s various models. The new lines of sticks are also available online at www.futurhockey.com as well as a few select locations across Canada and United States.
Like most other brands, FUTUR sticks are manufactured in China, specifically Fujian Province along the nation’s east coast across the strait from the island of Taiwan. After finding the factory, which has produced sticks for multiple major brands for many years, Tatomir acquired samples of their various products and researched the materials utilized in production.
Afterwards, he had testing conducted on various lines and contacted manufacturers to gain access to premier carbon fiber and resins. Finally, ideal weights, balance points and other specifications were determined while common breaking points were strengthened with slash-proof substances.
Tatomir was first inspired to offer a new line of composite sticks after his two sons, Luke and Ethan, began playing competitive hockey. After growing tired of paying $300 or more per stick, he decided to investigate more affordable alternatives for those seeking a competitive edge come game time.
“Paying more than $300 plus tax per stick for two boys was getting crazy,” Tatomir explained. “I wanted there to be sticks of the same or even better quality available at a much lower price. That’s what this is all about - the love of the game.”
FUTUR sticks are designed and built using custom one-piece molded 100 per cent carbon fiber technology.
Having used the word “FUTURE” in other business initiatives for the past three decades, Tatomir decided to apply it to the new line of hockey sticks. The products registered trademark name features the French spelling - “FUTUR” as his sons attend Ecole St. Michel speaking French at school and at home.
For junior, intermediate and senior sizes, FUTUR offers the Sniper NR, Sniper FX4, Laser VIII, Vortex and Assault models while Force, Sonic, Battle, Power, Lightning and Strike models are available in the larger two sizes. Different lines feature varying specifications in flex ratings, kick points, weights, face angles, toe shapes, blade types and depths and sidewall designs.
The company’s website, www.futurhockey.com, has been subject to numerous positive reviews of their products, including many with ties to local high end hockey training schools.
“I have always used big name company sticks and since switching over to FUTUR for half the price, I could not be happier with the feel and quality,” noted former Leamington Flyer, Petrolia Jet and Belle River Minor Hockey Association coach Evan Carrick. “Parents can now get double the value for their money when shopping for their hockey players.”
“After stopping by the FUTUR showroom, I just wanted to say how impressed I was with the complete line of sticks that (they) carry,” said Leamington resident and former NHL player, Pat Ribble. “From the unique way of stocking the sticks to the selection that (they) have on hand, (their) showroom is hard to beat.”
Tatomir noted that Ribble was quite impressed with the showroom’s displays where sticks are arranged horizontally on racks in much the same way as in NHL dressing rooms.
The Leamington outlet has five employees who work out of their homes as well as three, including Robert and Michelle Tatomir, as on-location support staff.
“We’re just starting out slow,” explained Tatomir, who said he’d like to someday make international business arrangements with Amazon & E-Bay. “We’ve got something special here right in our own home town. It’s kind of a boutique, specialty shop for just sticks. We don’t sell helmets, gloves, skates or even tape. For players who are looking for a high-end composite stick, we’re like a candy store.”
The outlet in Leamington offers assorted price and shipping rates for bulk purchases, available by contacting the facility at 519.322.1234 or tollfree at 1.800.677.5810. FUTUR Hockey now has various players in Junior B, Junior C, Junior A Tier 2 as well as a multitude of players in A, AA and AAA using FUTUR sticks.
European orders can be shipped from the factory to Switzerland, where one of Tatomir’s cousins lives. Orders are also sent straight from the factory to Raleigh, NC, where Tatomir’s first cousin, Wally Tatomir, who lived with Robert and his family on their Leamington farm when they were youths, operates the company Pro Skate Balance.
Wally also serves as Senior Technical Advisor, who Robert also describes as a strong influence behind the FUTUR brand and Leamington showroom that opened a year ago. Wally is now retired from equipment management positions after 40 years with different teams and organizations including the Windsor Spitfires, Team Canada, Los Angeles Kings, Detroit Red Wings, Hartford Whalers and Carolina Hurricanes.
Wally currently owns patents on four different hockey equipment-related items and skate blade customization services to about 200 NHL players. Wally’s location focuses on NCAA teams and universities south of the border and fields interest from the University level.
What is totally different about FUTUR Hockey is they choose to offer reliable high end composite sticks each season and refuse to discount their models each year only to reintroduce the same basic stick the next season simply in a repackaged skin with new graphics and colours at double the price.
Erie Shores hosts club championships
The annual 36 hole Erie Shores Men’s and Ladies Club Championships were played over the past weekend, Aug. 20-21, with another great year of participation with 76 golfers teeing it up in the various flights available.
In Saturday’s opening round, it was a tight start in the Men’s Championship Flight with 6 players within 4 shots of the lead. Mike Ferreira led the way with a one over par 72 that was just 2 better than Raoul Morin who stood alone in second at 74. Ward Hutchins, who finished third last year and was runner-up in 2014, was next at 4 over par 75, while former two-time club champion Ken Steingart along with Andrew Penner and Ryan Harder were all just one more behind at 5 over par 76.
However, things changed in a hurry on Sunday afternoon when it came down to a two-man race between Ward Hutchins and Mike Ferreira, after the rest of the field quickly fell off the pace. By the eighth hole Hutchins caught up to Ferreira and took a two-shot lead on the ninth after Mike had a double bogey 6. But two quick birdies by Mike on the 10th and 11th hole put him back at even with Ward.
With things all still tied up after 14 holes, Hutchins’ birdie on the 15th gave him a one shot advantage which disappeared on the 17th when Ferreira made par to Ward’s bogey. And what a wild finish it was with both players failing to get on the par four 18th hole in regulation. With Mike safely on the green in 3 some 20 feet from the hole, Ward – who was way over on the 9th hole – somehow hit an amazing shot through the trees that landed softly on the green, rolling just 4 feet from the pin. Then, after Ferreira barely missed his par putt, Ward Hutchins sank his to win his first ever Erie Shores Club Championship title finishing Sunday’s round with a sizzling 2 under par 69 for a two-day total of 2 over par 144.
With his second round 2 over par score of 73 and a 145 total, Mike Ferreira was runner-up and 8 shots better than Ken Steingart who placed third at 153 (76-77). Finishing fourth with a 76-78-154 total was Andrew Penner, while Raoul Morin (74-83), Ryan Harder (76-81) and Bill Ruiter (78-79) all tied for fifth place with their 157 totals.
George Kourmoutsidis finished next at 78-83-161 and last year’s club champion Darryl Dimilo was another stroke back at 77-85-162, while Andy Herring had a 86-77-163 total to finish two ahead of Tim Tiessen who came in at 81-84-165.
In the ‘A’ Flight Division, Matt Dick won the title by coming from 4 shots off the lead after the opening round, putting together steady rounds of 81 and 80 for a two-day total of 161 and a one stroke victory over Scott Wilkinson who finished with a 77-85 total of 162. Standing in third place with his 82-81 finish of 163 was Ken Cobby.
In the ‘B’ Flight Division, Ed Schachowskoy shot the best round on Sunday, a 78, to go with his first round of 86 and a two-day total of 164 to win the title with a 3 stroke victory over Gary Alderson’s 87-80-167 total. First round leader Wray Pollock finished tied for third place with his 81-87168 score that matched the same overall number shot by Claudio Sabelli (86-82-168).
Finishing alone in fifth place with his 90-81 total of 171 was Joe Moavaro, while Joe Verhoeven (82-90) and Neil Reimer (85-87) tied for sixth place at 172. Some of the other top finishers in ‘B’ Flight included Dave Wilkinson at 9094-174 and Herman Bergen at 91-85-176.
In the ‘C’ Flight Division, Matt Taouil shot a second round 78 to go with his earlier round of 84, giving him a two-day total of 162 and a 4 stroke victory over second place finisher Troy Dutot who had a 85-81 total of 166. First round leader Tom Miehl slipped down to third place with his 81-88 finish of 169. Bob Dick (85-86) and Les Young (86-85) tied for fourth place at 171, while Mauro Paglione finished alone in sixth place at 80-94-174. Other scores in this division included Vic Penner at 88-87-175, Wayne Gillett at 90-91-181 and Bill Gherasim at 90-92-182.
Wayne Quinn led all players from start to finish in the ‘D’ Flight Division, winning the title by 5 strokes shooting rounds of 91 and 85 for a two-day total of 176. Finishing second with his 92-89-181 total was Nick Chorba, while Carl Grossi was next at 97-97-184. Other scores of note in the ‘D’ Flight included Brian Plumb (93-93-186), Richard Jacobs (96-93-189), Gord Anderson (91-100-191), Ron Koenigsberg (95-96-191) and Rick Bergen (99-93-192).
In the Ladies Club Championship, reigning champion Debbie Dunmore won the top ‘A’ Flight ladies title once again, capping off her fine opening day score of 80 with a second round tally of 86 for a two-day total of 156 and an 18 stroke victory over runner-up Linda Segedin who had rounds of 90 and 94 for a 184 total. Finishing third with her 98-95 total of 193 was Gloria Diciocco. This is the 16th time in the past 17 years that Debbie Dunmore has been the Erie Shores ladies club champion.
In the Net Handicap Division, Linda Segedin won top honours finishing first with a low net 158 with Lynne Towle right behind her in second place with a net 160.
In the ‘B’ Flight Division, Tymara Brannagan was the winner with her rounds of 92 and 96 for a 188 total that was good enough for a five-shot margin over runner-up Lisa Fehr who finished with a 97-96 total of 193. Judy Butler was next at 98-99-197.
In the Net Handicap Division, Lisa Fehr had the top low net score of 151, finishing 9 ahead of Jean Penner who was second with her net scoring of 160.
Greg Dunmore was another stroke back at 85-79-164, while Ken Segedin was alone in fifth spot at 86-79-165 and Geoff Dunmore was next at 84-82-166. Other top shooters included Pete Andary at 85-85-170, John Rutgers at 87-84171, Will Peters also at 87-84-171, and Dustin Wright at 88-84-172.
In the ‘C’ Flight Net Handicap Division, Vi Gillett and Cheryl Rutgers both finished the weekend with two day net totals of 157. However, Gillett won the low net title by retrogression, giving Rutgers the second place finish – just 2 shots better than Debbie Kobayashi’s total of 159 which gave her third place honours.
Erie Shores 2016 club champion Ward Hutchins (left) received the Crystal Trophy from Erie Shores CPGA pro Ryan Peltier. Hutchins won his first ever club championship title finishing Sunday’s round with a sizzling 2 under par 69 for a two-day total of 2 over par 144. (Submitted photo)
U15 SC United soccer team sitting in first place
The U15 SC United soccer team showed why they currently sit in first place in the Essex County Soccer League after defeating their local opponent, the U16 SC United soccer team (3rd place) 7-0 on Thursday in Leamington.
Goals were scored by Franco Shaften with two, Camron Taouil, Jordan Avelar, Pablo Jaramillo, Nestor Lopez and Tiago Mauricio.
The U16 team will host U16 Windsor Croatia on September 8, while the U15 team will host the U15 Amherstburg Fusion on September 9 to wind up the regular season play.
Golden Years golf ready to kick off season
On Thursday, September 8 at 9:30 a.m., members and guests will gather at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens to kick off another season of Golden Years miniature golf.
The league will celebrate its 20th year of operation. Looking for something fun to do while waiting for spring to arrive? This may be the answer for you. Everyone is welcome to join us every Thursday morning for fun and fellowship. The league’s motto is ‘You are never too old’ to play this game.There are members still going strong in their 80s
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact Bill Taylor at 519-776-1409 or Lloyd Honey at 519-3241513 for details. You do not have to be a regular golfer. The game can be mastered by anyone in a very short time. If you know someone who is currently a member you will be paired with them on your first day. Otherwise, teams are chosen by random card draw each week to promote fairness and fellowship. Give it a try. You will enjoy the experience.
Nestor Lopez does a little fancy footwork in an attempt to evade the defender in U16 versus the U15 SC United game Thursday, Aug. 18 in Leamington. The U15 dominated in the 7-0 victory.
U15 SC United goaltender Max Rahie makes a save in the 7-0 win over the U16 SC United Thursday in Leamington. Also pictured is Thomas Saba. (SUN photos)
U15 defender Noah Costa chases down the ball in Thursday night’s game.
Left Kevin Fehr (left) and Jason Wall took Men’s 2s Finals in two sets at the Velocity Open Beach Volleyball Tournament on Sunday, August 21.
Right - Velocity Open Beach Volleyball Mixed 4s were crowned champions. From left to right are Luc Ethier, Jarrett Robillard, Philip Schrader, Mallory Gasparovic. (Submitted photos)
2016 beach volleyball tournament played at Seacliff Beach
Saturday, August 20 was the first day of the annual Velocity Open Beach Volleyball Tournament. Two divisions played on Saturday including Youth 16U and Open Mixed 6s.
In the Youth Division the top prize went to Taj Deol and Heath Melee. The next top team was Brady Dewaal and Tristan McQuire.
Mixed 6s finals were played by the Dark Knights versus Mission Unblockable with Dark Knights taking first in the best of three with scores of 21/25, 25/22, 15/13. Both teams will be fighting for Velocity Mixed 6s Beach League Championships on Thursday, August 25 at 6:45 p.m. at Seacliff Beach. The public is welcome to come out and watch.
Sunday was the final day of the Velocity Open Beach Volleyball Tournament. Both Mixed 4s and Men’s 2s tournaments were held on the final day. Mixed 4s winners were Unprotected Sets over Mission Unblockable in three sets with scores of 25/15, 16/25, 15/11.
Men’s 2s winners were Kevin Fehr and partner Jason Wall. They won in two straight sets over Jorden Fehr and Ryan Dyck with scores of 21/17, 21/19.
Ladies Red Team Wins Sol Leam Cup
Anne Badz, Annie Pump, Mary Hrynewich. (Submitted photo)
Above Youth Division winners for Velocity Open Beach Volleyball Tournament 2016, front, left to right: Brandon Snippe, Heath Melee. Back row: Tristan McQuire, Brady Dewaal, Taj Deol, Preston Muzzin, Cole Dumouchelle, Iseonna Silliker, Kaitlyn Simpson.
Above - Velocity Open Beach Volley ball Tournament Mixed 6s winners Dark Knights, from left to right: Frankie Friesen, Kevin Fehr, Ben Dyck, Frank Teichroeb, Julie Thiessen, Roselina Dyck, Katie Lynn Friesen.
Erie Shores senior
men’s golf
August 15 saw 59 Erie Shores senior golfers play a game of high/low.
The 50/50 winners were John Tofflemire and Tim Dobson. Closest to pin on #3 was Dave Wilkinson and on #16 Richard Reive. Longest putt on #2 was made by Tim Dobson and on #12 by Ken Luxford.
The winning team by retrogression with a score of 135 was Pat Amicone, Dave Wilkinson, Tom Klassen and Ron Gagne. Second, also at 135, was Neil Reimer, Mike Wright, Bob Sutherland and Carl Young. Third place at 140 was Garth Dennerley, Tim Dobson, Don Mensch, and Richard Reive. And the fourth place team at 143 was Fred Klassen, Don Chalcraft and Mike Chadsey.
Tom Miehl had low round for the day with a 77, followed by Neil Reimer’s 78. Also breaking 80 were Dick Segedin and Ken Luxford at 79.
The birdie parade was led by Tom Miehl with 3. Ed Krahn, Ken Luxford and Dave Wilkinson had 2 each. Ron Gagne and Ross Clark had one on #1, Fred Klassen, Willy Patkau and Tim Dobson birdied #2, Keith Brown had one on #3, Mike Wright on #6 and Dick Segedin on #8. Richard Reive birdied #10, Neil Reimer #11, Tom Klassen #12, Ron Koop #13 and Barry Power #15. If you have not yet signed up for next week you can do so in the men’s locker room or by sending an email to essenior league@gmail.com. See you then.
Two Creeks welcomes Jay Allan and his band
An Ontario singer/ songwriter, the very popular Jay Allan, performs with his band at Two Creeks Conservation Area this coming Sunday, August 28, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Jay writes and performs catchy songs, sung from the heart, with no sense of pretence. Connecting with your emotions, his songs will tug at your heart or make you laugh out loud, while others will have you tap-
Progs golfers overcome obstacles
Windy conditions and soggy fairways were the obstacles for 38 proggers at Erie Shores Golf Club on Tues. Aug. 16. Many had figured that there would be an all day rain and made other plans. No riding carts was also a factor in the lower numbers. Regardless, the game went on as scheduled. All teams were in negative territory but Team C ended with only a -8. Team members include Henry Hildebrandt, Fred Klassen, Richard Reive, Gord Anderson, Matt Dick, Jim Sudds, Ron Koop, Ed Schachowskoy and Ken Cobby. Each received $10.
John Penner apparently loved the gale force winds, posting an awesome +8 and winning $20. Dick Segedin followed with a +5 and $15. Ken Cobby notched a neat +4 for $10.
Only 5 skins survived the day and two of them were eagles. Dick Segedin eagled #11 while Neil Sawatzky mastered #15. The 3 other skins were won by Gord Anderson, Pete Andary and Matt Dick.
I played with Ward Hutchins, Ken Cobby and Ken Steingart. These guys can sure hit the ball a long ways. Ken Cobby would loft the ball and allow the wind to carry it towards the green. He managed the wind very well. Ward hits the ball so hard that there was virtually no effect on distance, especially with his driver. Ken Steingart was consistent with his silky smooth swing. Not bad for an old guy. All three ended up with positive scores.
As usual, even with the rain and constant watering, the course was in great shape. Many thanks go out to: Mike Toth and his hard working crew; Wayne Quinn and the many volunteers who do divots on Friday morning. With people taking turf with their shots, the divot crew gets them repaired in quick order, keeping the Erie Shores fairways one of the best in the county; Ilene Roberts and her group of vounteers who maintain the gardens around the course. Not many pesky weeds inhabit the flowering blossoms of Erie Shores. Erie Shores is a grand place to be, for a round of golf, and when done, a scrumptious meal or drink.
ping, clapping and singing along. His unique and infectious stage show makes it easy to engage as his stories come to life in his songs. Expect a great evening of entertainment with the Jay Allan Band.
Two Creeks is located just north of Wheatley on Kent Road #1. There is some bench seating available, or you can bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Concerts are free, although the hat is passed to help offset costs. Refreshments are available from 1st Wheatley Scouts.
Windy day for Talbot Trail senior golfers
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, August 16, fifty Talbot Trail senior golfers challenged the course despite the strong wind and the threat of more rain. Overall the scores were a bit higher than normal.
In the 50-68y division, Wiz Derbyshire achieved a sensational 39. Bill said this was a personal best for 9 holes, and he looks forward to many more games in the 30s. John Liddell earned an excellent 42. Herb Reid, Bummy and Jim Pearson played well to earn superb 43s. Larry Hughes achieved a very commendable 45. Kevin Jordan and Dave Overholt came in with noteworthy 47s. Steve Longeway obtained the sole nifty 50. Other satisfying results went to Rick Epplett, Howard Mulrain, Fred Michano, David Tonks and John Blood. I played in the foursome with David Tonks, and I could see that he is steadily improving his game.
In the 69-73y division, Bob McLean took advantage of Dutchy’s absence as he fired an impressive 36. Bill Ward continued his hot playing as he fired an excellent 41. Rick Thompson and Pat Hill both played superbly as they scored 42 and 43 respectively. Larry Schmidt, Dave Dent and Larry Haggitt merited very gratifying 45s. Gary Benninger achieved a solid 46. Ray La Pierre and Richard Humber produced very commendable 47s. A noteworthy 48 was achieved by Paul Harrison. Three players who earned fine 49s were Al Zanuttini, Gord Chadwick and Mac Hyatt. Steadily improving George Toews fired a very respectable 51. Bryon Walker trailed a few shots behind George.
In The 74-79y division, Vic Reynaert once again rose to the top of his grouping with his outstanding 42. Both Mike Wright and Paul Brown followed with their superb 44s. Firing solid 45s were Bob Scott and Joe Vertel. Tom Sasso merited a very praiseworthy 46.
Fine 49s were generated by Terry Bee and Pete Daudlin. Other commendable results went to Andy Orsini, Patch and Larry Hillman.
The 80-84y division found low scoring somewhat challenging. However, both Bob Freure and Ed Woelk did lead the way with their superb 49s. Carl Robinson and Gerry Becigneul fired nifty 50. Walter Balsam and older brother Stan had a terrific battle going on between them. There was a mere one shot difference between them at the end of 9 holes of play.
Dave Krueger was the sole 85y+ senior to play. As always, this long hitting senior played very inspiring golf. He also converted an 8 footer on #2 to win the long putt. Bob McLean’s excellent shot to within 6 feet of the cup on #9 won him the closest to the pin.
The Doc McLean Senior Invitational takes place on Wednesday, September 7. If you are interested, please sign up soon for this player friendly tournament.
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is looking for:
• Job duties include plant crop, harvesting crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup and other farm duties as assigned.
• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, must be able to sort, pack & stack produce.
• Salary: $11.25 per hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends and holidays.
Please email resume to: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com or fax: 519-733-5290
• Wage: $11.25 per hour, minimum 40 hours/week.
• Repetitive tasks, standing for long periods of time, handling weight of 30 lbs. or more.
• Fast paced environment, must be able to sort, pack & stack produce.
• Cold warehouse setting.
• Experience and asset.
Please email resume to: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com or fax: 519-733-5290
Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. Minimum Wage to start. 44 hours per week.
You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment.
No education or experience is required.
Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca
DUTIES INCLUDE CLEANING AND SANITIZING
PROCESSING
RESUME By Mail: Sun-Brite Foods Inc. Human Resource Dept. P. O. Box 70, Ruthven, ON N0P 2G0 By Fax: 519-326-1714 By Email: hr@sun-brite.com
RURAL DELIVERY DRIVERS
The Southpoint Sun
Requirements:
sort, pack & stack produce.
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GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED
Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.
Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends $11.25 per hour. Will train the right candidate.
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Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive
Kingsville, Ontario
N9Y 2M6
Greenhouse Labour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Crop work, winding, pruning
• Harvesting produce
• Checking quality of harvested produce
• Other duties as assigned
WORK CONDITIONS:
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods
• Bend, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye coordination
• Attention to detail
• Working at heights
• Hot environment
WAGE AND HOURS:
• 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays
• Wage: 11.25/hour
• Seasonal Full Time
PAPER HANDLERS WANTED
Essex County’s Largest Community Newspaper Press. Part-time hours. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - hours vary. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Drop resumes off at:
Southpoint Sun Office, 194 Talbot St. E., Unit 5, Leamington or email to: sun@southpointsun.ca
ORANGELINE FARMS LIMITED is a vegetable greenhouse that focuses on high quality healthy foods and an opportunity exists for an ambitious well-organized career minded person in the position of:
Greenhouse Bio Scout
This position is an integral part of the growing team and will assist with data collection, data sharing (presentation) and the implementation of various control methods. This position will also assist with spraying treatment to the crop as directed by the Grower.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ability to identify insect pests and damage symptoms present in greenhouse crops quickly and accurately
• Ability to identify diseases and affected plant symptoms present in greenhouse crops quickly and accurately
• Monitoring on going pest and disease concerns
• Scouting of the entire growing area and accurate recording of data as directed by the Grower
• Applying preventative and control products
• Accurately record all actions taken
BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
• Pest and disease
• Basic math volume skills
• Good problem solving and time management skills
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and work with a sense of urgency
OTHER SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Ability to walk all day and work up to 6 days per week
• Tolerance to the hot and humid conditions of a vegetable greenhouse
• Regular use of “scissor carts” and elevated working heights
• Clear, concise handwriting: English communication skills (spoken and written);
• Thorough and precise attention to detail
Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
It is vital that you have a positive attitude, great energy, excellent attendance and punctuality.
hr@orangelinefarms.comwww.ZingHealthyFoods.com
DelFresco Produce/Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd. is currently hiring for the following position:
• Full time permanent position.
• $12 - $16 per hour depending on experience.
• Day, evening & weekend work available.
• Experience an asset; willing to train new hirees.
• We also offer in house certifications.
Please email resume to: bruceb@delfrescoproduce.com
ORANGELINE FARMS LIMITED is a vegetable greenhouse that focuses on high quality healthy foods and an opportunity exists for an ambitious well-organized career minded person in the position of:
Sales Office Administrator
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintaining a high level of service to customers; responding promptly to requires for delivery and after-sale service
• Keeping accurate records and reports with respect to sales and prospects as instructed to prepare
• Create bills of material, work orders and invoices as needed from customer orders
• Manage customer orders
• Responsible for logistics and customs
• Ensure all costs are properly entered into the system and adjustments of orders done in a timely manner
• Ensure customers receive invoices in a timely many via email or fax
• Creating and maintaining customer specification sheets
• Responsible for customs paperwork and clearance
• Qualifying new business prospects – filling out credit applications and all necessary paperwork for customers
• Working as part of team to create orders as per customer specifications
• Answering the door for visitors
• Assist other departments as required
• Other duties as assigned
SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Communication with cross-functional teams
• Excellent customer service
• Ability to multi task
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Knowledge of Microsoft office and Outlook
• Excellent typing and data entry skills
• Ability to work Monday through Saturday
If you have ambition, initiative and drive and want to be part of a dynamic team and full benefits, please forward your resume and salary expectations in confidence to hr@orangelinefarms.com
It is vital that you have a positive attitude, great energy, excellent attendance and punctuality.
hr@orangelinefarms.comwww.ZingHealthyFoods.com
Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
