December 14, 2016

Chamber announces funding for ag centre study

By Bryan Jessop

While it is not yet known if an Agri-Business Centre of Excellence will be a good fit for Leamington, interested and affected parties can at least take comfort in knowing that the research necessary to make that choice has been funded.

The announcement of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant of $75,000 in support of the feasibility study was made Friday, Dec. 9 at the Leamington Arts Centre, where political dignitaries, local agri-business representatives and members of the Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce were on hand to take part in the celebration. The event was attended by Chatham-KentEssex MPP Rick Nicholls, Leamington mayor John Paterson and other members of municipal council, OTF grant review team volunteer Jim Stein, study steering committee members and Leamington Chamber members serving with the project’s team.

During the gathering, Nicholls and Stein presented local Chamber general manager Wendy Parsons with a plaque commemorating the OTF grant in support of the feasibility study. The oneyear project officially began in early November of this year and is being led by Denise Ghanam — the same

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LDMH receives Accreditation with Exemplary Status

Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH) has joined a small but prestigious group of hospitals in the country, receiving the highest level of excellence award, “Accreditation with Exemplary Standing”, from Accreditation Canada exemplifying the ongoing commitment to providing patients and their families with the highest quality health care.

In a confirmation letter from Christopher Dean, Chair Accreditation Decision Committee said: “This is a milestone to be celebrated, and we congratulate you and your team for your commitment to providing safe, high quality health services.”

The Accreditation Canada peer review program is designed to focus on quality and safety throughout all aspects of the organization’s services — from governance and leadership to direct care and infrastructure — to the benefit of patients, staff, volunteers and the community. Every 3-4 years a team of surveyors performs a four-day onsite assessment.

There are also several steps to be taken between surveys that include self assessments, policy reviews and various surveys, in addition to the work done to ensure the hospital keeps up to date on new and evolving standards.

Rose Costa, Senior Director Corporate Services at Leamington hospital, outlined what the prestigious status means for the hospital. “We met 99.7% of the 1,911 standards and achieved Exemplary Standing, the highest award possible! What this means is that we have the necessary structures, processes and procedures in place to

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mitigate various risks; manage issues, and adverse occurrences as they arise; and measure, monitor and continually improve patient safety and quality of care,” said Costa. “It is also demonstrates that patients and their families are involved in the decisions around their care and that we are continually striving to meet the healthcare needs of the community as a whole.”

Leamington mayor John Paterson commends the Leamington hospital organization with the following statement: “On behalf of Council and the Citizens of the Municipality of Leamington, we extend our sincere congratulation to Leamington Hospital being awarded Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada which reflects the excellence and dedication of your board, staff, physicians and volunteers. We are proud to have this hospital recognized for the safe, high quality health services it provides to Leamington and our neighbouring communities. Well done!”

“We take part in accreditation because it says to our patients, families and community that we measure up where it means the most — patient safety and quality care. It validates and certifies that our programs and processes meet national standards of excellence,” said LDMH CEO Terry Shields.

“Our Accreditation result is a testament to the extraordinary effort by talented staff and clinicians, an engaged board of directors, passionate devoted volunteers and a leadership team dedicated to delivering excellence in health care,” added Shields.

From left are Cheryl Deter, Chief Nursing Executive, Vice President Patient Services LDMH; Rose Costa, Senior Director Corporate Services LDMH and Terry Shields, LDMH CEO. (SUN Photo)

Leamington tax installments due

Feb. 15, Apr. 19

Leamington Municipal Council has approved February 15th and April 19th as the dates that the first two interim tax payments will be due. Besides part of your estimated taxes, the interim levies also include other assessments: the Municipal garbage levy, some of the County levy, any school purposes levy, and, if you are an uptown business, a BIA levy and an uptown parking levy.

If you prefer to pay your taxes in installments rather than two lump sums, go to the Municipal finance department to sign up for the installment plan. Your taxes are deducted in ten monthly amounts: the first five equal payments are for the interim levy, and the last five pay the final.

Late payments carry a penalty. On the first Monday after an installment is due, the municipality charges a penalty of 1.25% on the overdue amount. Then, on the first day of the month after that, interest is charged at 1.25% on the outstanding balance. The total that has been charged this year (to the end of November) is $427,300.

In a separate report to Council on Dec. 12, Ginny Campbell, Leamington’s Manager of Accounting Services, asked Municipal Council to approve a Borrowing By-law that would establish a line of credit for the Municipality to borrow against until taxes are collected next year. For several years this line of credit has been $20,000,000 and it remains unchanged in this year’s request.

By Pat Bailey

Members of the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance arrived at Mill Street Public School on Friday, December 9 armed with toys, gift cards, electronics and wrapping paper, accompanied by the big man himself – Santa Claus.

The Kingsville-based charity, founded in 2012, was formed to help out those struggling in the community, often due to unfortunate circumstances such as illness or other unexpected tragedies.

The volunteer group has been raising funds for the last four years to provide financial assistance to local families and make a difference in the surrounding community.

Mill Street P.S. principal Michelle Sprague-Keane was thrilled to see them.

With the chore of choosing two deserving school families who are struggling, Sprague-Keane said it wasn’t an easy decision because there are so many families in need. But she said she relied on her staff when it came down to it.

“The staff are great at knowing who really needs help,” she said.

Sprague-Keane said the

NCA efforts are greatly appreciated.

NCA member Harold Konrad said the group approached five schools within Leamington and Kingsville (Queen Elizabeth, Mill Street, Kingsville Public, St. John de Brebeuf and Jack Miner) and offered to help make Christmas a little brighter for those facing a rather bleak holiday season.

With the help of the school officials, members of NCA were provided with wish lists for members of the 10 chosen families.

For Gloria Cavenago it was a heart-wrenching experience.

“Every child should be able to have a magical Christmas,” said Cavenago.

Some of the youngsters requested simple, inexpensive, basic necessities that many take for granted — like mittens. Lucky enough that she’s not used to shopping on a rather limited budget, Cavenago admits to searching high and low for sales and choosing items that gave her the biggest bang for her buck.

She also admits she just may have thrown in a little extra money to help fulfill the wishes on the list of the youngster she was assigned to shop for.

“You just want them to have the same Christmas we provide for our own families,” said Cavenago.

“Hopefully with more support we can provide for more families in need next year,” she added.

Konrad said projects like this are important in the community. He said many don’t realize there are so many struggling in the community.

This, he hopes, brings greater awareness of others in need and also greater awareness of NCA and its mission to help those who need a little assistance.

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Members of the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance played Santa Claus last week, providing gifts for two families in need from each of five Leamington-Kingsville area schools. Delivering gifts, left to right, were Linda Jeffery, Tim Dobson, Santa Claus, Mill Street Public School principal Michelle Sprague-Keane, Gloria Cavenago and Harold Konrad.

Chamber announces funding for ag centre study

(Continued from Front) analyst who led the Leamington Chamber’s 2015 labour market study.

Glen Snoek, Pure Flavor director of human resources

Mira Skaljak and Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce board members Renee Daudlin Iacobelli and Dave Campbell.

“If it’s feasible and sustainable, then potentially, pilot programs could be launched for Phase Two.”

— Denise Ghanam

Members of the Chamber created and submitted the application earlier this autumn and were told of the successful results of the review process in October. The $75,000 will be used to fund Ghanam’s wages for her consultation services as well as other staffing costs relating to the feasibility study and hosting 10 stakeholder and focus group gatherings over the next 11 months.

“The impact of this Ontario Trillium Foundation grant cannot be understated,” said Parsons. “This grant will allow the needed careful analysis to take place so that we can work with our local employers, community and educational partners to build a collaborative model to create and sustain the Agri-Business Centre of Excellence.”

The study’s steering committee is made up of a panel of representatives from local growers. These include Highbury Canco manager of human resources Samantha Russell, Highline Mushrooms director of human resources Susan McBride Friesen, Mucci Farms manager of human resources Carol Bendo, Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers marketing and economic policy analyst

Ghanam explained that the study’s findings will determine whether or not an Agri-Business Centre of Excellence should be pursued in Leamington based on three factors. First, she explained, the type of curriculum at local secondary and post-secondary educational facilities must be able to support such a centre with suitable full degree/diploma programs and skills development courses. Secondly, an appropriate amount of funding sources must be available from different levels of government, local employers and educational institutions. Lastly, it must be determined how such a centre would be structured based on governance and leadership from the surrounding community and agriculturally-based employers.

“If it’s feasible and sustainable, then potentially, pilot programs could be launched for Phase Two,” Ghanam said.

The new study is one of three recommendations made following the completion of the labour market

study Ghanam conducted last year that is currently under way.

“The fact that the community of Leamington is taking recommendations seriously is a great showing of leadership by the Leamington Chamber of Commerce,” said Ghanam, who also credited Leamington municipal economic development officer Jeanine Lassaline-Berglund with the successes and actions stemming from the labour market study.

If created, an Agri-Busi-

ness Centre of Excellence would offer further skills development programs for the region’s agricultural employees, including migrant workers. It would also serve as a means to attract secondary school students to agricultural education programs, using input from local growers to determine the specific curriculum being offered.

From left to right, Leamington mayor John Paterson addresses a gathering of guests that include Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls, Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce general manager Wendy Parsons, and president Dave Campbell and Ontario Trillium Foundation Review Team member Jim Stein at the Leamington Arts Centre Friday, Dec. 9. The event officially announced and celebrated an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant of $75,000 for the Chamber of Commerce to launch a one-year feasibility study on the need for an Agri Business Centre of Excellence for Leamington. (SUN Photo)

Let it snow?

The first significant snowfall of this season dumped up to 11 inches of snow on the area and made life a little inconvenient on Sunday and into Monday.

Of course, with the deep freeze forecast for this week, that will create more problems as cars will refuse to start and heating bills will skyrocket.

Likely by the time you read this, you’ll be bundled up wondering if the Farmer’s Almanac prediction for a nasty winter has come to fruition.

Let’s hope we get a little reprieve before Christmas is upon us.

exciting nonetheless. As for the little hill beside the house, which seemed about 10 feet high when I was young, I drive by that property now and it appears to be about two feet high. I’m not sure if the land settled over those 40 years or if my perception of height changed as I grew older.

Listen, I’m all for a bit of a white Christmas, but anything more than a couple of inches is unnecessary at this point in my life.

As a kid, we reveled in the snowstorms and broke out toboggans and snowsuits in preparation for hours of fun.

I went through the round saucer phase and even used those cheap plastic roll-up sheets for tobogganing as a teenager. My hill of choice in those days was Seacliff Park, but when we could get to the ridge hill, it was always a great treat. Sadly the ridge was closed up and Seacliff became the best tobogganing hill in Leamington by default.

There were times you couldn’t find a spot on that hill on a cold winter day.

My two oldest grandchildren, both toddlers, enjoyed Sunday’s snow immensely, as they should. They ran in it, slid in it, ate it and threw it up in the air.

Us older folks have seen enough of it by the time we enter our fifties, that it’s more a nuisance than anything.

I guess that explains why so many of this generation head south for the winter.

I’m not sure if the town even allows or promotes sledding at the park anymore. It’s a shame because it’s an outdoor activity and kids sadly lack those opportunities these days.

We really have no right to complain about the weather we’ve had. It’s been a very mild fall and we should be happy for that.

But complain we do.

I went through my share of sleds and toboggans when I was younger.

I was out in the snow for a short time on Sunday night, shoveling a driveway for some friends, and the familiar sting of the snow hitting my face brought back a lot of those memories, even though it’s not as welcome a feeling as it was when I was a 10 or 11-year-old looking forward to building a snow fort in the school yard.

I remember a long wooden sleigh with the curled-up front end when I was really young. By the time I graduated to riding the sleigh alone, it was too big for one person.

Our front yard had a small hill and I slid down that little hill thousands of times over those first 13 years of my life.

When I was feeling adventurous, I’d sneak across the road into the Pelee bush and find a steeper hill to slide down.

Now as an official senior (according to McDonald’s), the stinging on the face just reminds me of how old I am, which seems to grant us all a license to complain about the same weather we loved as children.

One of my customers said it best last week as the forecast loomed ahead of us. He said that winter weather is inevitable and the sooner it comes, the sooner it finishes.

I guess that makes sense.

Those hills were filled with hazards. Vines, trees, stumps and all sorts of things hindered the ride down but it was

I’ll hang my toque on that and wait for March to arrive.

Climate changes affect wine production

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have been much more dramatic and drastic as compared to the more gradual changes of previous years.

At the end of my last article, I briefly touched on the idea of climate change affecting wine production. Here’s more on that.

It’s actually a pretty basic principle… grape vines can be quite hardy, that is true, and they are also delicate, finicky and temperamental creatures of habit. They don’t tend to handle changes in climate well, especially not sudden, record-breaking changes and wide swings from year to year.

For example, the El Nino of 2015-2016 was among the worst in 30 years. Monsoon-like rains were seen in Chile and other areas of South America, which caused widespread flooding and extensive damage to vineyards. In France, 2016’s springtime storms and late frost damaged plants that were already struggling to produce a crop after several preceding years of almost drought-like conditions.

With drastic changes in weather patterns also comes the risk of increased insect infestations. I’m not saying that there haven’t been changes in the climate over the past 30+ years. The difference is that of late, the changes

Not that we’re any less likely to be subject to wonky weather in North America… the extended periods of extreme cold during the winters of 2013-14 and 2014-15 caused irreparable damage to most of the local vineyards. I think the saving grace for New World grape growers is their ability to think outside the box, as it were, and adapt to these changes on-the-fly and come up with new ways to work with what’s left after such severe weather periods. As these weather swings continue – or increase in severity – New World wineries may need to re-visit their choice of grapes as well.

In the Old World regions, where they stick to the tried and true traditional methods of grape growing and wine making, they have more of a self-imposed challenge to come up with new ways of doing what they’ve been doing the same way for so long.

So what does that mean for the wine market? The wine producing regions of the Old World have no choice but to increase the price of the wine that they are now producing in reduced quantities from their damaged and often century-old vines. This makes the more affordable local wines that much more appealing and interesting to wine lovers not only in Canada and North America, but to the world in general, so I would expect to see an increase in Canadian wine exports in the coming years as well, provided our avant-garde way of growing grapes keeps us ahead of the crazy weather curve.

MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings

CARMEN DANNER

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Greetings from Belgium

Vrolijk, Kerstfeest‚ Joyeux Noël, Forhe Weihnachten‚ and Joyeus Noyé: those are all the ways to say Merry Christmas from the friendly people in Belgium. This multicultural influence (German, French and Flemish) comes from all the countries bordering Belgium.

This past week Mark and I had the luck and pleasure to be able to travel to Liege, Belgium, to visit our son, Cheyne. Liege is just over one hour south east of Brussels and 3 hours and 10 minutes south of Amsterdam.

We arrived in Amsterdam after a long and rather torturous trek from Little Whale Cay. One night in Lauderdale, a flight to Detroit, rerouting through Chicago to London Heathrow, and then on to Amsterdam where we arrived approximately 24 hours later. I was excited to show Mark around Amsterdam. After being there only twice myself, I was able to get my bearings and be his tour guide. I love Amsterdam and feel that its reputation does not do it justice. It is extremely clean, very hospitable and offers some of the best restaurants including wonderful biere tastings! There are innumerable historical buildings, so you do not need to go far to be surrounded by structures layering centuries of design. The canals are lined with homes and shops which are picturesque with their narrow frontage and uniquely embellished gables.

From Amsterdam Central it is an easy walk to many of the attractions including Anne Frank’s hiding spot, the Rijks Museum, lovely churches, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping and the red light area. If you’d rather hop on a bike, there is an endless supply found here, there and everywhere!

With only one evening to enjoy in this city, we walked, ate and participated in human observation, otherwise known as people watching. Amsterdam brings the globe together and blends the mosaic of nationalities to create the best foods, eclectic wardrobes and colourful culture.

The following morning we boarded the Eurorail to Liege. As with many countries, the rail system is efficient and impeccably mindful of schedules. After a perfectly timed siesta we arrived at our destination and Google-mapped our way to the apartment that we had rented for our stay. Booking.com did not let us down and we were pleased to be greeted by our hostess. She handed us the keys to our home for the next 4 days at a price that was a fraction of the cost of staying at a hotel. We were within walking distance of everywhere we wanted to go. The most important place was the ice rink where Cheyne’s team would be playing that first night.

In contrast to the Bahamas, Liege felt very festive. The streets were adorned with Christmas lights, shop windows were decorated and there was a Market de Noel in the centre of the city. We walked to the market every day to grab a delectable bite to eat: waffles with caramelized sugar, frites, boletus a sauce alpine (big meatballs covered in a gravy made with sirup de Liege), rice tarts and more.

It soon became very apparent to us that activity has an equal or even more effect on your physique than what you put in your mouth. Belgians like to eat! Potatoes – either fried, scalloped or cold – are a mainstay, along with hardy meats, sausage and wonderful cheeses. The difference I note is that the people from both the Netherlands and Belgium bike and/or walk everywhere! Thus, it is hard to come by many locals who are overweight; however, we also saw very few fast food places. Obviously, the people enjoy traditionally prepared foods. We also noted the lack of Wi-Fi accessibility throughout the public areas. It was rare, if not almost non-existent, to see anybody walking down the street with their face in their mobile. Tables in restaurants were filled with people of all ages gathering to visit over good food or simply enjoy a latte or biere. What a welcome treat!

Cheyne’s hockey experience in Liege has been a positive one. The team won the first game we attended and lost the second one to the best team in their league. Overall, it is a winning experience. He and his friend, also from Canada, are billeting with a local family. While playing the sport they love the most, these young hockey players have the opportunity to hone up on their French, travel a lot and meet wonderful people along the way. This experience is nothing but a gift.

Gifts come in many packages but I am learning that the most valuable ones can rarely be wrapped. Cheyne’s billet mother Claudia explained to me that they live a very fulfilling life in Liege. They work and also volunteer limitless hours to the hockey association even though they personally have no children involved.

“Life is good in Liege,” she says. “We enjoy good food, friends and family everyday. We’re not waiting for the weekend or retirement. Life is a gift!”

And with those words, there is no better way to wrap up our week overseas and enjoy another day! Merry Christmas!

Essex County Library staff rejects offer

On Tuesday, December 13, the Essex County Library staff, represented by CUPE 2974.0, have rejected the Essex County Library Board’s best and final offer during a Ministry of Labour supervised vote.

“We are extremely disappointed with today’s outcome,” said Richard Meloche, Chair of the Essex County Library Board. “We have provided CUPE with our best offer, one that is reasonable and fair. We are extremely disheartened that we were unable to end this disruption.”

The Library Board will now focus on returning valuable library services to the communities of Essex County in January, after having heard from many residents via phone, email and petition.

“It is unfortunate that our library workers do not want to return to work, but library services are important to our communities, so we have a plan to re-open select branches for limited hours,” said Meloche.

Details of the branch opening schedules will be released in the near future. “We want to thank our residents and our patrons for their continued patience, support and understanding during these difficult past few months” said Meloche.

No new talks are planned with CUPE 2974.0. “When they are ready to consider the comprehensive sick plan that has been implemented for a number of other employee groups, we will be ready to continue discussions,” confirms Meloche.

CUPE 2974.0 represents 57 full and part-time Essex County Library staff.

Trip to buy beer ends in arrest

On December 10 at approximately 4:20 p.m., members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an impaired driver at the Beer Store in Kingsville.

A grey GMC pickup truck that had earlier been observed driving erratically in a Kingsville neighbourhood was parked on top of a parking curb in the Beer Store parking lot.

Police attended and the driver of the GMC was arrested after exhibiting signs of impairment and failing an

approved screening device test.

A 49-year-old Leamington man was charged with

impaired operation of a motor vehicle and exceeding 80 milligrams BAC (Blood Alcohol Content).

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, nothing can break your resolve, not even a worthy temptation. This will serve you well when you’re faced with a difficult situation in the week ahead.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Take a lighter approach to the week, Taurus. You can benefit from some rest and relaxation. Invite friends over if you need a diversion from the daily grind.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, expect to be torn between two attractive options this week. Trust your instincts on this one, even if you must go against convention to do so.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, many people are rooting for you this week, and it can be eye-opening learning just how many people are in your corner. Remember to support your friends when they need you.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Clear out your schedule, Leo, because it could be a wild ride for the next few days. You probably will not have much time to yourself. When you get a break, make the most of it.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, friends will seemingly come out of the woodwork this week to visit with you. You will not be short on social interactions. Take a few minutes to catch your breath.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Vacations are the order of the week, Libra. You can’t get enough of travel lately, and you’re apt to take as many people as you can along for the ride.

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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, you may have to push yourself out of your comfort zone this week. It can be a little scary to do so, but with the support of a few close friends, you can benefit from change.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, don’t wait too long to take advantage of an opportunity that drops in your lap; otherwise, it may pass you by. Expect some friendly envy on the part of others.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Support a family member when he or she has some unconventional ideas, Capricorn. This may be just the catalyst needed to spark new conversations and actions.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Your job may take up a considerable amount of your time for the immediate future, Aquarius. You must decide whether this is the path you want or if you’re ready to move on.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, what you deem joking around may be taken seriously by someone else and hurt some feelings. Be careful with your words.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

DECEMBER 11

Nikki Sixx, Musician (58) DECEMBER 12

Mayim Bialik, Actress (41) DECEMBER 13

Amy Lee, Singer (35) DECEMBER 14

Michael Owen, Athlete (37) DECEMBER 15

Adam Brody, Actor (37) DECEMBER 16

Krysten Ritter, Actress (35) DECEMBER 17

Sarah Paulson, Actress (42)

LDSS

By Bryan Jessop

Local high school students and volunteers have once again teamed up to deliver holiday season cheer by the basket load.

The 38th annual Leamington District Secondary School Can Drive for the Leamington-Mersea Goodfellows translated into a combined donation of 42,880 non-perishable food items. The sum is 1,656 shy of last year’s

post-Heinz record and about 6,300 more than what was collected in 2014.

As in previous years, money collected by the two teams is being spent on additional containers of food to fill the local Goodfellows’ Christmas baskets. Each dollar collected is valued at three non-perishable goods, which brought the boys’ total to 19,321 and the girls’ to 23,559. The breakdown of collections actually favoured the boys in cans alone — 3,667 compared to 3,042. The girls, however, brought in $6,839 cash compared to $5,218 from the boys — valued at 20,517 and 15,654 cans, respectively. The boys came up 4,238 items shy of the girls’ total this year, compared to the gap of 16,233 the girls won by in 2015.

Dan Braun, the LDSS leadership class teacher and LDSS can drive organizer of the past few years, noted that the community was again both generous and cooperative with this year’s campaign. Many residents left donations on their homes’ front steps and porches while many others offered money.

“We had fantastic results again this year,” said Braun. “It was really close to last year’s total, which is amazing.”

Each year, the school’s Grade 12 students spend about five hours canvassing both rural and urban Leamington as well as neighbouring Wheatley areas. The combined group of about 120 Grade 12s this year was close to a 50/50 split between boys and girls. Braun noted that several area businesses also got involved with donations again this year

“There’s a lot of support every year, and in a big way,” said Braun. “A huge thanks goes out to everyone who made the drive the success that it was this year.”

Braun made a special gesture of things to LDSS girls team leader Brooke Dewhurst and boys team leader Jack Hannigan, both of whom he explained made tremendous efforts to ensure this year’s can drive would turn out favourable for the local Goodfellows. This year,

900 baskets have been filled in support of 180 Leamington-area families. More than 50 volunteers stepped forward with sorting and packing the baskets, including Braun’s class on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Students from UMEI also helped fill the baskets, which will be delivered to recipient families by volunteers on Saturday, Dec. 17.

This year’s can drive was backed by about a dozen volunteers, mostly Leamington-Mersea Goodfellows members and former and current LDSS teachers. Westmoreland Warehouse again offered the use of their Industrial Drive facility as the destination point of donations and site for the arrangement and filling of baskets.

Members of both the Girls and Boys teams from this year’s Leamington District Secondary School Goodfellows Can Drive pose for photos at the Westmoreland Warehouse where they delivered donations of non-perishable food items.

CC’s Danceology wows audiences!

Cardinal Carter Catholic High School’s 16th annual dance show – Danceology – wowed audiences with sold-out performances Dec. 7-9.

Danceology was directed by dance teacher Maggy Elias Sonoski. This year’s theme was Music from Movies and Musicals. The all-inclusive show and featured 110 dancers from the Junior Dance Class, Senior Dance Class, Dance Team, Community Living students, Cardinal Carter Middle School students, St. John de Brebeuf students and the CC Adult Community Dance Team. The show has become a popular community event.

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“I want to thank our staff, parents and community for making Danceology the wonderful tradition that it is,” said teacher Maggy Sonoski. “I also want to applaud my students, who truly shine off and on the stage and make me proud to be their teacher. They display such great energy, passion, sincerity, spirituality, respect and empathy. To communicate these and other values through movement and dance is truly a gift.”

“My students are gems. Period,” added Sonoski. “I am privileged to be a Catholic educator at Cardinal Carter.” Photos:

Soloist Bianca Figliomeni

CC’s Danceology wows audiences!

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Local school’s staff supporting former student

By Bryan Jessop

Teachers and support staff at Ecole St-Michel are stepping forward to assist a local cancer patient one ladle at a time.

After hearing that Class of 2011 graduate Ryan Toomer was facing an estimated cost of $12,000 to purchase a prosthetic leg to replace one amputated to prevent the spread of cancer, a trio of Ecole St-Michel staff members put plans and efforts together to offer a bi-weekly fundraiser. The ongoing campaign has been dubbed $5 Soup Days, presenting school staff with a lunch made up of homemade soups, crackers, buns and other fixings every other Thursday at a cost of $5 per ‘customer’.

All proceeds — which reached a total of about $250 by the fundraiser’s second official installment on Dec. 8 — are being deposited into a special bank account set up specifically for assist-

Suzanne George fills up her bowl during Ecole St-Michel’s second biweekly Soup Day, a fundraiser for former student Ryan Toomer. Last month, Ewing Sarcoma, a type of bone cancer, forced the amputation of one of Toomer’s legs about half way between the knee and ankle. His former school’s Soup Days is a lunch program for Ecole St-Michel staff, where $5 donations are going into a back account to help Toomer offset the expenses involved with purchasing a prosthetic leg.

ing Toomer’s efforts to purchase a prosthetic leg. The new program at Ecole StMichel is being led by staff members Collette Gagnier, Mireille Chevalier and Nathalie Meloche, who prepare different soups for each inschool lunch at their homes. Toomer, who graduated from the school in June of 2011 and then L’Essor in Tecumseh in 2015, was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma within the last year after experiencing significant pain in his foot. The rare form of cancer forced the amputation of that leg between the knee and ankle last month and although OHIP covered

the procedure, it does not contribute toward the expenses of prosthetic limbs.

After Gagnier read a story about Toomer’s situation, she decided that a fundraiser of sorts was in order to support the Leamington youth. She presented the idea to principal Richard Szwed, who approved of it immediately.

“He’s still a part of the St-Michel family,” Gagnier explained of Toomer. “We want to let him know that we’re thinking of him.”

The bi-weekly $5 Soup Days began Thursday, Nov. 24 and quickly started expanding from there. Al-

though December 2 wasn’t originally scheduled as one of the fundraising dates, it served as the date for a chili lunch prepared by the mother of Ecole St-Michel literacy teacher Madame Jenny Khoury. Vice principal Anne Marie Kulwartian, currently on maternity leave, also baked and brought pies to

be part of the fund-generating efforts. Soup Days will continue to be offered to the school’s staff until the end of April.

“Once they’re all added together, we should have a pretty nice donation,” Gagnier said. “It’s all done by volunteers, so there’s no expenses — every dollar

raised goes straight to the bank account for Ryan.”

A friend and fellow Ecole St-Michel grad of Toomer’s, Jose Cerdas, has also launched a GoFundMe page for the now 19-year-old. Dubbed ‘Help Ryan Walk Again’, the online drive raised $11,350 as of December 13.

Gators Give Generously

The Gore Hill Public School Gators have given generously and surpassed their total from last year. Students brought in 1,778 items including canned goods and other groceries, toys, personal care items, and winter hats and mitts. The items were picked up at the school by Leamington Salvation Army volunteers for distribution to needy families in the area. Pictured are Gore Hill students helping to load The Salvation Army truck. From left to right are Nicolas Parsons, Noah Epp, Melanie Wiebe, Rachel Sinclair and Alex Nambiar. The two gentlemen are volunteers with the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank. (Submitted photo)

J. Brush Farms wins 2016 Conservation Farm Award

The winner of the 2016 Conservation Farm Award was announced at the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) Annual Meeting on December 1. The award is presented each year to the farming operation which best displays conservation-minded farming practices of those nominated. The farms are graded on tillage practices, crop rotation, chemical use and storage, knowledge of fertility programs, Best Management Practices and overall farm maintenance. The winner is determined by a committee of Directors from the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association.

This year the winner of the Conservation Farm Award is J. Brush Farms of Harrow.

Features of J. Brush Farms include: use of cover crops including cereal rye, oats and clover; a combination of mulch till, strip till and no-till cropping; precision soil sampling; variable rate fertilizer application using strip tillage; mature, deciduous tree windbreaks as well as cedar/spruce windbreaks to protect top soil from wind erosion; rock chutes to reduce soil erosion and buffer strips along water courses.

The farm also includes a 10-acre mature woodlot which they have preserved for their enjoyment and that of future generations.

Jim Brush farms with his father John, and sons Jim and Chris. They have participated in the Canada-Ontario Environmental Farm Plan program, the Great Lakes Agricultural Stewardship Initiative and the Essex Region Conservation Authority’s Clean Water ~ Green Spaces program to implement many of the Best Management Practices on their farms.

The Essex Conservation Farm Award is sponsored annually by the Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association and the Essex Region Conservation Authority.

Nominations for the 2017 Conservation Farm Award are being accepted from now until August 8, 2017 with the winner to be announced at the ESCIA Annual Meeting next December. For more information on how to nominate an individual, contact Michael Dick at 519-776-5209 ext. 369.

Fuel tender

The Municipality of Leamington buys enough gas and diesel for its own purposes that it is able to tender its fuel purchases and buy in bulk. For its approximately 200,000L of gas and more than 200,000L of diesel, Leamington has received a tender price of only 1¢ per litre over the “rack price” that fuel producers charge distributors.

Waddick Fuels of Essex was the successful bidder, and the term of this contract is proposed for three years.

OBITUARY

Mildred Moore

Irene Peters

Irene Peters, 78 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Franklin Gardens, Leamington.

Mildred Moore (nee Whitesell), born March 26, 1920 in Wheatley, passed away peacefully Friday, December 9, 2016 at the Sun Parlor Home in Leamington. She was pre-deceased by her beloved husband of 65 years, Clarence Moore, her parents Cameron and Pearl, and siblings Don, Lloyd, Hazel and Harvey. She is survived by her children Don (Helen), Bob (Aline) and Dr. Shelley Moore, her grandchildren Lorrie Hoekstra (August), Brian Moore, Paul Moore, David Moore (Kristen), Keith Sinai (Shelly) and Carl Sinai, as well as her greatgrandchildren Jordan, Morgan, James, Aidan, Dana, Dustin and Copper.

Together, Mildred and Clarence maintained Camp Henry and served over 20 years in Scouting. Mildred was beside her husband in his 23 years of service on town and county councils and in WWII Air Force. We hold in our hearts the strength, wisdom, wit, and laughter that she taught us.

At Mildred’s request, cremation has taken place and a private spring service will be held with her children and grandchildren present.

Memorial donations to Leamington Hospice would honour her memory.

The family extends their appreciation to the doctors and staff of Leamington Hospital, Erie Glen and the Sun Parlor Home.

Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Blue Christmas Service Dec. 21

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is holding a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, December 21 at 7 p.m. The church is located at 311 Sherk St., Leamington. For many, this season is anything but cheerful. For those who have lost loved ones, lost a job, are struggling with finances or illness, this is not an easy season. The Blue Christmas Service is offered for those in the community who are not having a very merry Christmas and the friends that support them. All are invited to come and sit with one another in a liturgy that speaks of the love of God for the grieving.

Predeceased by her parents Wesley and ‘Mary’ Peters, her grandparents Scott and Rose Peters, and nephew Lindsay Peters. Irene is survived by many nieces, nephews, greatnieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., then proceeding to the Caldwell First Nation Hall, 14 Orange Street, Leamington, for continued visitation until time of Funeral Service to celebrate Irene’s life on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 11 a.m. Paul Petahtegoose officiating. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Wheatley. Memorial donations, made by cheque, to the Caldwell First Nation (Elders Gathering) would be appreciated. Family and friends may share their memories or leave an online donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

J. Brush Farms is this year’s winner of the Conservation Farm Award. From left to right are: Michael Dick, Essex Region Conservation Authority; Jim Brush of J. Brush Farms; and Brian Hyland, Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association. (Submitted photo)

Honoured with Heritage Award

By C. Scott Holland

BANK THEATRE NOTES

10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434 LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805

DALE'S FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE

Friday, December 16

Doors open @ 6:30 pm

Music starts @ 7:00 pm

Come out and join hosts Dale Butler and Jan Hall for an evening of acoustic music, refreshments and Community. This is a free-will event with monies raised going to local charities as well as The Bank Theatre renovation fund. See you there!

AUDITION CALL FOR “LEND ME A TENOR”

January 12, 7:30 to 8:00 pm

Performance run is April 6-9, 2017. Synopsis, monologues and character info available for download on our website: www.banktheatre.com. If further information is required concerning your audition contact: Renata at: sabbiamaresole@gmail.com. We are looking for: 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.

COMING IN FEBRUARY 2017

BETTER LIVING, a Ghost Light Players Production. No One Is Safe In Times Like These......Tom’s likely to still be angry about the three times Nora and Jack have tried to kill him.... DATES AND TICKET INFORMATION TO FOLLOW.

MARCH 2-5, 2017

THE MUSICAL PRODUCTION OF INTO THE WOODS Presented by Cardinal Music Productions who brought us the marvelous production of The Addams Family earlier this year. Check back for ticket details.

GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE THEY MAKE WONDERFUL STOCKING STUFFERS! AVAILABLE FROM COUNTER EFFECTS IN LEAMINGTON AS WELL AS AT ANY UPCOMING EVENT AT THE BANK THEATRE.

The 19th Annual Leamington & Mersea Historical Society Heritage Awards were held November 18 at the Leamington Roma Club. Among the recipients honoured was the late Fred Epplett, who was recognized with a Heritage Award for Contribution. Mr. Epplett’s family proudly accepted the award on his behalf. The following outlines, in part, Fred’s contribution to the community.

Heritage Award for Contribution (Posthumous): The 2016 Heritage Award for Contribution (Posthumous) was bestowed upon the late Fred Epplett, who was best remembered for purchasing the Leamington Flyers in 1960 and making the junior hockey club one of the most competitive hockey organizations in all of Ontario. For 40 years, under his ownership, and later, when he al-

lowed it to become a community-owned franchise, the team was the epitome of how a junior club should be operated.

As a young businessman, Fred bought the club in 1960 from its original owner Bill Burgess. The young Leamington entrepreneur, whose company Leamington International Trucks was earning a name for itself, was a down-to-earth man whose guidance helped transform

BAKE SALE AT WHEATLEY LEGION, hosted by the Wheatley Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Saturday, December 17, at 9:00 a.m.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - Sunday, December 18, 9:00 a.m Upstairs at Wheatley Legion.

HERITAGE CHOIR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERTMonday, December 19, 7:00 p.m., at Heritage Centre, 31 Pickwick Dr., Leamington. Old and new English and German carols. Enjoy, sing, and give God the Glory! Freewill offering for Music Therapy Program at Leamington Mennonite Home.

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE - Wednesday, December 21 at 7:00 p.m., St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St., Leamington (519-326-3966.) For many, this season is anything but cheerful. For those who have lost loved ones, lost a job, are struggling with finances or illness, this is not an easy season. The Blue Christmas Service is offered for those in the community who are not having a very merry Christmas and the friends that support them. All are invited to come and sit with one another in a liturgy that speaks of the love of God for the grieving.

CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR THOSE WHO WILL BE ALONE OR WHO WILL GO WITHOUT - Christmas Day - December 25, at 12:00 noon at Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican), 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Call 519-326-3111 by December 20 to register. Special invitation to shut-ins: If you are unable to attend, volunteers will deliver your meal in Leamington, Wheatley or Kingsville area only. No cost or obligation to attend.

FREE PUBLIC SKATING - Tuesday, December 27 from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. at Highbury Canco Rink. Sponsored by Leamington OPP.

Shake out the cobwebs from New Year's Eve by joining members of Two Creeks Conservation Area for a WALK ON NEW YEAR'S DAY,January 1 at 10:00 a.m. Meet at the Two Creeks parking lot (north of Wheatley on Kent Rd. 1) to explore some of the trails and bridges of Two Creeks. A relaxed hour and a half. Everyone welcome.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, January 4, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New Donors and Walk Ins Welcome! To book an appointment, please contact us

and elevate both his business and the Flyers’ hockey club. The groups of young men whom he assembled to form his hockey teams would not only learn to play the game and develop their talents, but would also become future leaders and successful citizens who had learned valuable lessons in life from Fred and the Flyers’ staff. For three consecutive seasons they reached OHA finals and won one

title. Two of Leamington’s first NHLers – Brad Selwood and Randy Manery –played on those teams. After a disastrous year of Jr. B in 1966/67, undeterred, Fred entered the Flyers in the newly formed Border Cities Loop which would evolve into the Great Lakes Jr. C. Several more players graduated to the NHL (Pat Ribble and Kris Manery) and many players would earn scholarship offers.

at 1-888-236-6283 / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App 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 at 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.

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP meets the last Wednesday of every month, 6:30 p.m., at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. Learn and share about Lyme Disease. Everyone welcome.

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, 519776-6909 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 - 519-326-8629 ext.381. www.secc.on.ca.

Fred was actively involved in Leamington minor hockey as well, specifically with the Seacliff Hunt Club teams which often competed at tourneys in Huntsville – his vacation retreat. Without his efforts, affordable junior hockey would not have thrived in Leamington and the lives of several thousand area residents in the communities of Wheatley and Leamington would be so much different.

The late Fred Epplett was named the recipient of the Heritage Contribution (Posthumous) at the Historical Society’s awards dinner. Accepting the award on their father’s behalf were, left to right, Tim Epplett, Lee Franklin, Mike Epplett and Rob Epplett, from award sponsor Kevin Reid.

BBB: The 12 Scams of Christmas

The holiday season is all about spending time with loved ones and celebrating the Spirit of Christmas. Unfortunately, this is when scammers prey on people’s holiday spirit, busy schedules, and generosity the most.

BBB is warning consumers about the 12 Scams of Christmas:

12. Malware E Cards: E-Cards are a fun way to send holiday greetings, but be careful as senders like to attach viruses along with them. Don’t click on emails from someone you don’t know or a name you don’t recognize. When in doubt, delete it out.

11. Counterfeit Goods: Luxury goods at low prices are almost always cheap counterfeits. Handbags, jewelry, watches, wallets, and electronic devices are among the top of the list of items counterfeited. Always buy from reputable sellers, and check the web for signs of counterfeit goods.

10. Look-a-like Websites: It’s easy to recreate a website with a familiar logo, so beware when you’re shopping online. Some red flags are the webpage is in http format, not the secure https, no contact information, and even asking for payment by wire or money card. If you’re not sure which site to trust, go to bbb.org and read online reviews first.

9. Unusual Forms of Payment: Be wary of anyone who asks you to pay for holiday purchases using prepaid debit cards, gift cards, wire transfers, third parties, etc. These payments can’t be traced and undone. Use a credit card on a secure website (https - the extra s is for secure), and the lock symbol.

8. Letters From Santa: What better than a letter from Santa to light up your child’s face? Many trusted companies offer charming and personalized letters from Santa, but scammers mimic them to get personal information from unsuspecting parents. Always check the website’s privacy policies before entering any information to know how it will be used, if you don’t see a policy then leave that website. Keep your computer secure by using firewalls, anti-spyware and antivirus software.

7. Fake Charities: The holiday season is the time for giving and there are many charities out there needing help. Be sure your generosity is indeed going to the right places. Scammers can easily set up fake charities with similar sounding names, and they also solicit via email, social media, and by txt. Always research the charity with BBB Wise Giving Alliance at give.org beforehand to see if that charity meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.

6. Fake Shipping Notifications: These can have attachments or links to sites that will download malware on your computer to steal your identity and your passwords. Don’t be fooled by a holiday phishing scam.

5. Grandparents Scam: Senior citizens should be very cautious if they get a call from a grandchild claiming to be in an accident, hospitalized, or arrested when traveling in another country. Never send any money unless you have confirmed with other family members this is true.

4. Temporary Holiday Jobs: Retailers and delivery services need extra help at the holidays, but beware of solicitations that require you to share personal information online or pay for a job lead. Apply in person or go to retailers’ main websites to find out who is hiring.

3. Free Gift Cards: Pop-up ads or email offering free gift cards are often just a ploy to get your personal information that can later be used for identity theft.

2. Social Media Gift Exchange: It sounds like a great deal – buy one gift and get 36 in return. But it’s just a variation on a pyramid scheme and it’s illegal.

1. Puppy Scams: Be very careful when buying pets online, especially during the holidays. You can end up with an unhealthy puppy from a puppy mill, or nothing at all because that dog never existed and it was all a scam. Always research where you are buying the dog from and never wire any money. Be sure to pick up the puppy in person instead of paying someone to ship it.

To find out more about scams in the area, or to report a scam, visit Scam Tracker at bbb. org/scamtracker/canada

Wheatley Legion News

By Jan Watson

Steve Acott and Gord Crook led the 14 players at Wheatley Legion who shot Fun Darts on December 2 with 5 wins. There was a three-way tie with 4 wins each for Carol Balestrieri, Doug Seili and Garry Hope – Rosemary Duquette and Debbie Seili – Velma Hope, Tracy Bruner and Jim McClellan. Debbie Ouellette and Arnold Seili won 3 games followed by Julie Reid and Joe Pinch with 2 wins. Ladies who doubled out were Carol, Rosemary, Debbie S. and Debbie O.

Join the Fun Mixed Dart players this Friday. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.

Gerry and Muggsy Soulliere ran the Meat Draws on December 3. Shannon Moore won twice and single winners were Mike Diesbourg, Donna Corlett, Carol Balestrieri, Darlene Dundas, George Church, Mary Robinson, Dave Moore, Carol Lotsberg and June Epplett. Judy Pickle won the 50/50 draw for the second week in a row Saturday was the wind-up of our annual Christmas Gift Campaign for the local Community Chest. Thanks to all those who supported the campaign to help make Christmas merrier for those in the community who are less fortunate.

There will not be any Meat Draws on Dec. 24 due to the community Christmas draws that will be held that day at the Branch.

The Ladies Auxiliary Bake Sale is this Saturday starting at 9 a.m. On Sunday the Ladies Auxiliary is hosting Breakfast with Santa from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Kids can bring their Christmas list and have a visit with Santa.

ElderCollege joins Canada’s 150 celebration

Canterbury ElderCollege recently received a significant grant from the Canada 150 Fund administered locally by the WindsorEssex Community Foundation.

Canterbury ElderCollege is a volunteer-based program offering a wide range of informative and educational courses for persons aged 55 and better. Courses are offered throughout Windsor and Essex County including Leamington, Kingsville, Harrow, Essex, Amherstburg, Lakeshore, Tecumseh and Chatham-Kent.

ElderCollege courses are short with neither tests nor assignments. Course fees are kept low in order to permit those living on limited incomes and pensions to take courses.

Under the new Canada 150 grant program, ElderCollege will offer a wide range of courses related to Canada’s history, geography, politics, culture, arts, sciences, music and much more. Throughout 2017, ElderCollege will offer courses in its Spring and Autumn semesters designed and intended to celebrate Canada’s remarkable history.

Many courses will be offered in the county, including Leamington and Kingsville. ElderCollege is open to new ideas and is always looking for persons willing to share their knowledge, hobby or profession with ElderCollege’s diverse community of course participants.

In this latest Autumn 2016 semester, ElderCollege offered 45 courses and attracted over

Happy 100th Birthday

Madeline Bailey

Open House

Saturday, December 17th 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Chartwell Leamington Court, 1 Henry Avenue, Leamington

Bill & Marianne Stasso are proud to announce the recent graduation of their son Darren from the University of Auckland in New Zealand where he attained a Master's Degree in Audiology. Darren is currently practicing his profession at the Triton Hearing Clinic in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Congratulations from your family!

1,200 course registrants.

THANK YOU’S...

“We are encouraging folks to give some thought to how they might participate in celebrating Canada’s 150th birthday, either by offering a related course or just enjoying the courses available,” said ElderCollege director Lloyd Brown-John. “Specifically in respect to Leamington, we’d love to have courses on Leamington’s history, ethnic communities, heritage architecture, early pioneer families and settlement and more. We’re very open to good ideas for courses.”

1X4 = $35+HST

ElderCollege’s Spring semester will begin in late February and run until about mid-June 2017. Registration for courses will begin in early February when course catalogues become available. Modest fees do apply. For more information on ElderCollege, check out the website at www.uwindsor.ca/canterbury/eldercollege or call 519-253-3000 ext. 4944.

2X4 = $45+HST

3X3 = $55+HST HAPPY

ElderCollege’s offices are located in Canterbury College at the University of Windsor, 2500 University Ave. W., Windsor.

You are invited to join ElderCollege’s growing number of enthusiasts as we all celebrate our country’s 150th birthday.

CC Middle School shows well at robotics competition Investigation in Kingsville

The boys and girls robotics teams from Cardinal Carter Catholic Middle School showed very well at a recent Windsor-Essex robotics competition held Sunday, December 4 at St. Clair College. The Cougars are coached by Mr. Kostanjevic, Mme Ricci-Minaudo and Mrs. Mastronardi.

Both teams faced many challenges during the tournament and managed to shine under pressure. Their hard work was evident, with the boys team winning the first place champions award and the girls team placing third overall, as well as winning a “presentation” award.

Both robotics teams now move on to the provincial championships being held February 4 at the University of Waterloo.

On December 10 the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Major Crime Unit was called to investigate allegations of sexual assault. As a result of the investigation, the OPP arrested Town of Kingsville Fire Chief Robert Kissner.

The Town of Kingsville is respecting the OPP in its investigation, and is providing no further comment on the allegations at this time.

As part of town procedures, Kingsville Deputy Fire Chief Mr. Jeff Dean will be serving as Acting Fire Chief effective immediately. The interim appointment of Mr. Dean is in keeping with Kingsville’s emergency service protocol to ensure the community is protected. The fire department personnel are, and continue to be, prepared to respond to any and all emergency calls without any disruption in service to the community.

The boys and girls robotics teams from Cardinal Carter Catholic Middle School were very successful at the Windsor-Essex Robotics competition held at St. Clair College Dec. 4. Both teams advance to the provincial championships in February.

The CCMS girls robotics team present their project to the judges.

2016 2017 FLYERS

‘BEAR’ DOWN ON ROCKETS BY

BRYAN JESSOP

Although their guests struck first, the Leamington Flyers ‘stuffed’ the net more frequently to earn another win at Highbury Canco Arena.

With a 4-1 victory against the Strathroy Rockets, the Flyers extended their undefeated streak to five games to remain in the hunt for third place in the Western Conference. The Thursday, Dec. 8 match brought the head-to-head season series between the two teams to 4-0 favouring the Flyers.

Leamington’s offense was all over the Strathroy net for most of the first, although it was the Rockets who drew first blood with a breakaway opportunity for Tristan Sedlak. Starting from just outside his own team’s blueline, Sedlak raced toward the hosts’ net with a Flyer defenseman in tow, eventually sliding the puck under a falling Connor Meyerink at the 1:45 mark.

Leamington generated several scoring chances in an effort to tie the game, but were continually denied by Zack Weir between the pipes. About 16 minutes after the opening goal, a Griffin Robinson shot took an odd bounce in midair before the puck was deflected in an arcing motion past Weir and into the left side of his net. The goal triggered the annual Tedder Bear Toss tradition, this year sponsored by Century 21. A total of 399 stuffed toys were collected by Southpoint Minor Hockey Association Stars players from the ice’s surface, tossed by spectators who brought donations. The collection is again being donated to the Leamington Toys For Tots program.

Both teams had chances to take the lead following the Griffin goal, but were blocked by steady performances by the opposition’s goalkeeper. Leamington finished the period with an 16-4 shots on goal advantage.

Opportunities to break the deadlock were again earned at both ends of the

ice in the second, but neither side could take control of the few rebounds offered by Meyerink or Weir. The Flyers had the best chance with a clear breakaway for Robinson, but again came up short in the search for the elusive second goal. Leamington’s forwards again set the pace, outperforming Strathroy 21-8 on the shot clock.

The Flyers’ persistence finally paid off in the third despite again taking the brunt of the penalties. Dallas Maurovic notched the game-winning goal just prior to the three-minute mark, backhanding a rebound into the right side of the net after Wier made the initial save off a Broden Meloche shot. Zak Parlette was credited with the second assist. Less than two minutes later, Mark Gangnon delivered a wrist shot into the top right corner of the Rockets’ net from the top of the slot, taking feeds from Cale Phibbs and Jaydon Fetter.

Meloche finished the scoring near the period’s midway mark. After a wrap around attempt by Maurovic ended with the puck drifting through the crease, Meloche blasted it from point blank to make it 4-1. Kade McKibbon, a defenseman who served with the Flyers as a call-up from their Junior C affiliate Essex 73’s, drew the second assist. McKibbon, a 17-year-old from Woodslee, signed a card with the Flyers the day before the game against Strathroy.

“We’re really happy to have him,” said Flyers’ head coach Tony Piroski of signing McKibbon. “He’s a solid defenseman who sticks his nose into the play. He’s a good addition for us.”

The Dec. 8 game ended with a 5922 shots ratio favouring Leamington. The Flyers were zero for four on the power play while the Rockets were held to zero for eight.

“We played well for the 60 minutes,” Piroski noted. “We just didn’t capitalize on our chances early on, which allowed them (Strathroy) to stay in the game. I’ve been really happy with both of our goaltenders. They’ve been really solid for the past four or five games.”

Maurovic, who’s two-point night brought him to an even 20 points thus far in 2016-17, was also pleased with how the game against Strathroy unfolded.

“It felt good to get the win,” he said. “There were a lot of chances for us in the first and second, and we came together in the third to bury the opportunities. We just stay positive and keep up the pressure and the puck starts going

in the net.”

Two days earlier, the Flyers visited the Sarnia Legionnaires and came home with a 2-1 overtime win. Trevor Bogaert scored first for Sarnia in the second, although Liam Hogan replied exactly eight minutes later to tie the game. Following a scoreless third, Scott Florence provided overtime heroics after less than two minutes of four on four. The Legionnaires outshot the Flyers 28-26 and went zero for three on the power play while Leamington was zero for two. Noah Hedrick earned the win in net.

Rest of the West

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, the LaSalle Vipers nipped the Chatham Maroons 3-2 while the London Nationals crushed the St. Marys Lincolns 12-1. Thursday games included a 7-4 win for LaSalle over Sarnia, followed by Friday contests that ended 5-2 favouring St. Marys over Lambton Shores and a 5-0 win for the St. Thomas Stars against Sarnia. On Saturday, the battle between the top two teams ended 4-3 for LaSalle over London while Chatham defeated Strathroy 7-4. Chatham won 6-3 against St. Thomas on Sunday. A London at Lambton Shores game scheduled for that evening was postponed due to poor weather conditions.

UPCOMING HOME GAMES: Thu., Dec. 15 vs. Chatham, 7:10 p.m. Thu., Dec. 22 vs. St. Marys, 7:10 p.m.

UPCOMING AWAY GAMES: Wed. Dec. 14 vs. London, 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 17 vs. Lambton, 7:30 p.m.

With some help from Devinne Trudelle, Lola Prestia throws a teddy bear onto the ice surface of Highbury Canco Arena following the first Leamington Flyers goal in a Thursday, Dec. 8 match against the Strathroy Rockets. A sum of 399 toys were collected for the annual Leamington Toys For Tots Teddy Bear Toss, sponsored this year by Century 21. (Sun photo)

Zach Guilbeault of the Flyers prepares to send a wrist shot at the Strathroy net as the Rockets’ Braeden Bowers reaches ahead in an attempt to block the impending shot. (Sun photo)

Scott Florence of the Flyers and Cody Schneider of the Rockets battle for control of the puck after a faceoff in the Strathroy zone. (Sun photo)

By Bryan Jessop

Determined not to be responsible for Kingsville’s first win, the Cardinal Carter girls hockey team overcame a rocky start to keep its own record untarnished.

The Cougars hosted the Cavaliers Wednesday, Dec. 7 at Highbury Canco Arena for their second tilt of the season against KDHS, whom they defeated earlier in the season in a 5-0 decision. The more recent game began on a promising note for Cardinal Carter, taking a 1-0 lead with the first shot of the contest. After 34 seconds of play, Gioia Diciocco backhanded a point-blank backhand shot over the blocker of Cavs’ netminder Ashley Brush. Bryanna Rodrigues assisted.

Kingsville took over for the duration of the opening stanza, starting with a breakaway goal a minute and 19 seconds after the Diciocco tally. Sneaking past the Cougar defensemen stationed on the blue line, Madison Stapleton raced uncontested toward the home team’s net to wrist the puck into the top right corner of the goal, eluding the glove of Alyee Church. The Cavaliers took the lead 65 seconds later when Emily Stevenson sent an ice-level shot over the goal line from close range.

The second period included a few quality scoring chances for the Cougars, but was largely uneventful otherwise. Kingsville’s bench rested Brush for the remainder of the game with about three-and-a-half minutes remaining, placing Grace Johnson between the pipes.

Cardinal Carter found its scoring touch 5:15 into the third frame, when Diciocco made her way through two defenders before sending a backhand shot above a sprawling Johnson and into the mesh, unassisted and short handed. Diciocco completed the hat trick and provided the game winner during a power play, sending an ice-level backhand that Johnson got a piece of before the puck continued onward to limp over the goal line. Rodrigues assisted for the second time, with Keann Laliberte providing the second helper.

The scoring ended 31 seconds later when Kayla Collison snapped a low shot into the far side of the net

while situated to the right of the Kingsville goal. Kylie Murracas and Darigan Chambers earned assists.

The game came to an end at the 4:19 mark as the 3:20 p.m. curfew buzzer brought play to a halt.

“We weren’t ready,” said Cardinal Carter coach Lisa Hedges of her team’s firstperiod performance. “We came out flat, but we came to life in the third while shorthanded. That seemed to light a fire for us.”

“We haven’t played a full game yet,” added head coach Chris Church. “Our best hockey is still to come.”

The following day, the Cougars made a trip to Amherstburg to take on the General Amherst Bulldogs. Missing a handful of players from the roster, Cardinal Carter settled for its first non-win of the season, a 3-3 tie. Diciocco, Abby Dilaudo and Taylor Taouil each provided a goal and an assist. Rodrigues and Paige Thompson added one assist each.

Rhine Danube bowling scores

The following are the Rhine Danube bowling leagues scores for Nov 28.

Games Over 200: Dan Dalimonte 225, Jack Valade 218, Willy Fittler 202, Richard Dickau 220, Aaron Dickau 231205, Ernie Purr 202, Gary Garnham 204, Ozzie Wolf 213, Kevin Kosempel 201, Heinz Kosempel 201, Chris Kosempel 228-217-236.

Series Over 550: Jamie Arquette 556, Richard Dickau 567, Aaron Dickau 617, Ozzie Wolf 588, Kevin Kosempel 572, Heinz Kosempel 553, Chris Kosempel 681.

High Handicap Games: Richard Dickau 287, Dan Dalimonte 273, Ozzie Wolf 270.

High Handicap Triples: Richard Dickau 768, Ozzie Wolf 759, Chris Kosempel 753.

Standings: Del Fresco 49, Dickau Construction 44, Weil’s Food 44, S.W. Property 43, Rhine Danube 39, Fittler Farms 33.

Health on a shelf

Well, it appears I’ve got to make what is basically a New Year’s Resolution about three weeks early this year.

This past Friday (Dec. 9), I was basically told by my doctor that the time has come for me to stop enjoying my life — or at least that’s the way I’ve interpreted it. Having dealt with Type 2 diabetes (the version that doesn’t usually require insulin) for the past six or seven years, I’ve kind of let things slide for the past little while. Apparently, those days are over, based on the results of blood tests taken about a week ago.

You might already know the gist of it — for one, I’ve been told that eating four chocolate chip granola bars and four cereal bars for lunch every day is a dietary atrocity of sorts. In a manner of speaking, there’s less ‘carb’ sitting atop the intake manifold of an old big block Chevy with dual Holley Dominators than there was in my insulated lunch bag (a little ‘carburetor/carbohydrate’ play on words). In the words of a stand-up comedian whose name escapes me, determining what’s healthy and unhealthy to eat is simple — if it tastes good, spit it out because it’ll kill you.

I honestly don’t know how athletes — professional or otherwise — do it. The ultradedicated exercise/workout regime is tough, but it’s meal planning that’s going to be hell on Earth. While most of my body is aging more or less right on schedule now that I’m well into my 40s, I still have the taste buds of a child. Those stubborn little buggers DEMAND more than their fair share of potato chips, chocolate, pastries, pizza, burgers, chicken wings and breakfast cereals loaded with enough sugar to put a rhino in flight. Without a word of a lie, my five-year-old has better eating habits. He hates chocolate, most varieties of ice cream, cake and cookies while munching away at enough cukes and bell peppers to singlehandedly keep every greenhouse operation in Leamington running for the next several decades.

I’m just about the furthest thing from being a dietician or personal trainer, but I’ve written enough in the way of athlete feature stories to have a basic understanding of the extent to which competitive success hinges on diet and exercise. From powerlifter Adrian Ninaber to hockey player Hayden Hodgson, the “dos and don’ts” lists are pretty demanding. I actually caught a glimpse of/took photos of the latter going through part of his workout routine and nearly had to sit down to rest just watching him. Have you ever witnessed somebody run full tilt UP the hill at the south end of Seacliff Park SEVERAL times in a few short minutes? I’d probably get about a third of the way up the first time, collapse and then roll back down to the beach like a bulldog on one of those ‘funny pet videos’ you see all the time on Facebook or YouTube.

The only thing harder than reaching a point where an exercise schedule begins paying off is maintaining those results. For Hodgson, that level of dedication landed him a spot on the roster of the OHL’s Erie Otters — the same year Connor McDavid spent his rookie season with the same team. For Ninaber, it translated into national and international championships/records in his age category. Equipped with a treadmill donated by my parents, it at one point meant for me the loss of 70 pounds (285 down to 215). I had the running surface of that sucker ramped up to 10 per cent (nine degrees?) while doing a ‘power walk’ as quick as 4.3 km/hr for up to 45 minutes straight with no breaks.

This was more than five years ago, but I recall the feeling of my heart pounding like it was trying to smash its way through my rib cage while gasping for air like I’d just spent the past minute under water or sprinting on the surface of Saturn. I had sweat so much on that treadmill that parts of the frame were starting to rust out. I was averaging 40 minutes per session on that thing, twice per day, five days per week. Inspiration came from encouraging words from my wife, the falling numbers on the scale and a CD player blasting Slayer, AC/ DC, Wrathchild America, Black Sabbath and pre-1990 Metallica.

Then my son was born. The amount of free time plummeted almost as quickly as I had found exactly half of the weight I previously lost. The most exercise I’ve been getting as of late is following the line of scrimmage up and down the gridiron of high school football games. In short, doing what it takes to maintain and track blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure isn’t always easy when you’re chronically trying to help your kid find the missing piece needed to complete his Lego police car or dislodge a marble from the throat of one of his Hungry, Hungry Hippos.

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Again, I can’t imagine how athletes balance a schedule of training, competition and family. I’ll never hoist the Stanley Cup, but since I’d like to be moving on my own power when my son gets married, I’ll still do my best to adapt to a life of eating rabbit food and tree bark.

Nick Klassen of the Lions carries the ball into the Walkerville key during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys basketball game Thursday, Dec. 8 at LDSS. Walkerville doubled Leamington 76-38 in the season opener for both teams. Results from a Tuesday, Dec. 13 home court game against Cardinal Carter were not available by press deadline.

Lions draw against Aigles in girls hockey

By Bryan Jessop

After playing a disappointing third period, the LDSS girls’ hockey team was fit to be ‘tied’.

The Lions settled for their second deadlock of the 201617 season on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Unico Arena, where they faced off against the L’Essor Aigles and narrowly managed to gain a point. The 2-2 stalemate brought Leamington’s record to two wins, one loss and two ties — good for first place in the WECSSAA Tier I standings, although the Villanova Wildcats had three games in hand as of the thirdperiod buzzer.

“They were all over us in the third period,” said Lions’ head coach Kim Goyeau. “We weren’t playing our game then, that’s for sure. In the first and second, we were on our game, putting pressure on the other team and passing the puck. The third just didn’t

go that way.”

“At times it was like watching kids chase the puck around,” added LDSS assistant coach Janine Deneau.

Leamington opened the scoring with 3:24 remaining in the first period when Lauryn Gradwell beat L’Essor netminder Natalie Bellemore. The visitors tied the game with 79 seconds remaining in the second frame. Sydeny Sheppard sent a backhand shot into the right side of the net from goalie Cassidy DeGroote’s left side to bring a 1-1 tied into the third period.

“At times it was like watching kids chase the puck around.”

— Janine Deneau

The Aigles took the lead with just under nine minutes showing on the timer when Sophie Sheppard found a puck-sized opening between the LDSS goalie and the left post, squeezing the puck through the left side of the net. With curfew fast approaching, Leamington was on the verge of taking its second loss of the season until Shannon Fehr took control of the puck just inside her own team’s blue line. From there, she maneuvered around and outraced a couple L’Essor opponents before cutting across Bellemore’s crease. In a play reminiscent of Bobby Orr’s Stanley Cup winning goal in 1970, Fehr sent the puck over the goal line a fraction of a second before crashing to the ice. The game-tying marker came less than two minutes before the 3:50 p.m. curfew ended the match with 1:55

showing on the game clock. Kiera Jackson returned to the Leamington lineup following time needed to tend to an injury, although Allison Chopchick is still sidelined by an earlier injury. Emily Hyatt and netminder Natalie Edmondson were also unable to suit up against L’Essor. DeGroote is taking on duties as starting goalie as Edmondson’s work schedule often conflicts with LDSS hockey game days.

“She’s been doing a great job for us,” said Deneau of DeGroote. “She’s been playing really well.”

The LDSS girls’ next game was also played at Unico Arena, Tuesday, Dec. 13 against the St. Anne Saints. Game results were not available by press deadline.

Cassidy DeGroote makes a crucial save against the Aigles’ Oliva St. Pierre during the third period of a WECSSAA Tier I girls hockey game Tuesday, Dec. 6 at Unico Arena. The teams settled for a 2-2 draw.

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The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

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

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church East West Road, Pelee Island

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

Calvary Church North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 am

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley

519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

Wheatley Baptist Church

47 Talbot St. E., Wheatley

519-825-7433 Pastor Richard Smith

Sunday Worship 10:00 am Children’s Program during Worship

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church 589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am

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

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

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Deer Run Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington

www.deerrun.church 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services 9:00 am (German), 10:30 am and 11:45 am (English Services)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am

Summer Worship Services 10 am

Meadow Brook Church 219 Talbot Street East Leamington 519-326-3605

2 Sunday Worship Services 9 am and 11 am

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

South Point Community Church

475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington Pastor Dave Bretzlaff 519-819-1590

Sunday Service 10:30 am

Spanish Service Sunday 6 pm

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

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

PENTECOSTAL

LakePoint Family Church

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

Service Sundays 9:15 am & 11 am

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

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

English/Spanish 6:30 pm

Templo Christiano De Leamington

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

Sunday Worship Services 3 pm

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

Novice Blue vs. Essex

United Pentecostal Church

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

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

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

www.pccweb.ca/knoxleamnington/

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Church

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass 5:00 pm

Sunday Masses

8:00 am, 10:00 am & 7:00 pm 3:00 pm Migrant (Spanish)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

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

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Olinda-Ruthven United Church

1907 Queen Blvd., Ruthven ON 519-326-3138

Sunday Services at 9:30 am

Wheatley United Church

59 Talbot St. W., Wheatley ON 519-825-4157

Sunday Services at 10:30 am

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda

2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352

Sunday Service 10:30 am

On Saturday, December 10 the Southpoint Capitals Novice Blue traveled to Essex to take on the Ravens. The Capitals took another win. Massimo Ingratta got a hat trick. Goals were also scored by Ben McFadden, Nicholas Di Milo and Gregory Mastronardi. Assists were by Steve Belanger, Andrew Mallott, Chloe Taylor, Owen Derksen, Aiden Pulley, Noah Borges and Ben Arquette. Brent Pimentel was solid between the pipes.

Atom Minors have busy weekend

Southpoint Capitals Atom Minors, sponsored by Jose’s Bar & Grill, had a jam-packed weekend on the ice. They took on the Essex Ravens on Friday night at home. Great offense was displayed by Kaleb Jardim, Owen Pimentel, Colton Selwood and Nicholas Mastromatteo. Essex took the win.

On Saturday, December 10

Nicholas Mastromatteo goes after the puck in a game against the Tecumseh Eagles on Dec. 11. the Caps traveled to Kingsvile where they played an even game against Erie North Shore Storm. Both teams battled it out. There was great defense from Max Youssef, Matteo Santos, Nicholas Beaudoin and Liam Ouellette. The Storm took the 1-0 win as they were able to get one past Jack Thomas who was rock solid between the pipes.

On Sunday, December 11 the Capitals traveled to Tecumseh in the snow storm to take on the Eagles. Once again the Capitals gave it their all with great offense by Tyler Franklin, Chase Simpson, Nathan Omar and Mateo Pereira. Dayne Di Milo was able to get one past the Eagles netminder to end the game in a 1-1 tie.

Novice

Red faces

Essex

The Southpoint Capitals Novice Red team had a great game against the Essex Ravens Team Blue at home on Saturday, Dec. 10. The line of Matthew Mastromatteo, Eli Driedger and Gabriel Rino provided most of the offence in this county battle.

It didn’t take long for the red machine to hit the scoreboard. Eli Driedger started the scoring two minutes into the game. Matthew Mastromatteo scored the next two

goals and then Eli netted his second of the game.

Tony Tannous netted a goal to end the second period with assists from Charbel Tannous and Rex Pearce.

In the third period, Mastromatteo netted his third goal for a hat trick with about two minutes left in the game.

Gabriel Rino assists on four of the Caps’ six goals. He had a great game and went to the net hard.

Henry Heaton, Mason Wiper and Lucas Grilo were a strong force on defence and only allowed their opponent to score one goal. Great game by the defence.

Mario Perez was strong in the middle of the ice, breaking up many of the Ravens’ rushes.

Owen Hunter had a great game in the net and didn’t allow a goal until halfway through the third period. Great game by Owen! The team has great confidence when he’s between the pipes. Awesome game by all the kids. The Caps look forward to playing Essex Ravens Team Orange this coming Saturday.

Eli Driedger and Matthew Mastromatteo each netted a hat trick in Novice Local League action on Dec. 10.

Lions tripled by Saints in boys hockey

By Bryan Jessop

Playing two solid periods of hockey continues to produce unfavourable results for the LDSS boys.

Although they completed the first quarter of the 201617 season undefeated on the road, the Lions were at the same time winless at home after a 6-2 loss at the hands of the St. Anne Saints Tuesday, Dec. 6. Leamington was competitive with its guest stride for stride throughout the first and third frames, but suffered a breakdown that carried on through most of the second to seal its fate.

goalie Tristan Edmondson

“It was the same story as before,” explained LDSS coach Butch Rickeard. “For four games now we’ve lost a period but were good in the other two. The problem is that we’re giving up goals in runs. We’re seeing good things and the compete level is good, but we’ve got to learn how to shake off a bad goal.”

“We’re seeing good things and the compete level is good, but we’ve got to learn how to shake off a bad goal.”

— Butch Rickeard

in the second, but a defensive

The Saints opened the scoring 49 seconds after the opening faceoff when Preston Corp backhanded an ice-level shot past netminder Matt Ciliska shortly after a faceoff to the right of the Lions’ net. Jeron Kir tied the game for Leamington three minutes and 37 seconds later after being set up by Brayden Zuidema and Mason Gow.

Kir struck again less than 30 seconds into the second period, carrying the puck end to end before beating St. Anne goalie Aiden Pitre unassisted to give LDSS a brief 2-1 lead. The breakdown began less than three minutes later when Luke Fitzpatrick tied the game for the Saints. The winning goal was buried by Jack Sanko with a wrist shot under the

crossbar during a rush at the Leamington net. Adam Collins and Alec Gray added to the damage late in the period, allowing the guests to start the third with a 5-2 advantage.

Tristan Edmondson relieved Ciliska in net following the barrage of Saints’ offensive attacks. The Lions’ defense tightened up considerably in the third while its forwards were able to ramp up the pressure at the other end of the rink. The only goal of the last stanza however came during a fiveon-three St. Anne power play, when Cayden Vanderpark unleashed a low slap shot from the point that found its way through traffic and a screened Edmondson. The goal was scored at the 1:20 mark, five seconds before the buzzer indicated the curfew ending.

The loss brought Leamington’s Tier I record to one win, two losses and one tie, the latter a 3-3 decision against the St. Jospeh’s Lasers on Dec. 1 in Windsor. The Lions again found themselves on home ice Thursday, Dec. 8 when they took on the winless Brennan Cardinals. The LDSS squad moved back up to a .500 record with a 5-0 win, backed by goals from Dawson Iles, Andy Collier, Owen Scratch, Cam Cronheimer and Brett Enns. Edmondson earned the shutout.

Marlee LaSala of the Cougars bumps a Lajeunesse serve during the second set of a WECSSAA Tier II senior girls volleyball match at Cardinal Carter Thursday, Dec. 8. The Cougars swept the sets in scores of 25-23, 25-21 and 25-17 to remain undefeated. Two days earlier, they defeated the UMEI Lightning 2-1 by winning 25-23, losing 25-21 and claiming the tiebreaker 2725. Results from a Tuesday, Dec. 13 home court match against the Leamington Lions were not available by press deadline. Also on Dec. 8 at Cardinal Carter, the junior girls Cougars defeated Lajeunesse 2-1, losing the first set 25-15, but rebounding by taking the next two 25-17 and 31-29. The juniors also hosted LDSS Tuesday, Dec. 13.

Friday Retirees bowling scores

The following are the high bowling scores for the Friday Retirees Bowling League at Empire Lanes for games played on December 9.

Men’s Games Over 180: Jack Valade 192-199, Bob Sinclair 221182-245, Armand DeCaluwe 211, Jamie Arquette 201-193, Heinz Kosempel 246-201.

Women’s Games Over 150: Diane Sinclair 166-150, Theresa DeCaluwe 180, Rosemary Heisler 170, Patti Clifford 154, Susan Power 156, Gail Johnston 153, Peggy Hillman 155-159-159, Gloria Robinson 175, Connie Popa 185.

Men’s Series Over 550: Bob Sinclair 648, Jamie Arquette 554, Heinz Kosempel 624.

Women’s Series Over 450: Diane Sinclair 456, Theresa DeCaluwe 472, Peggy Hillman 473.

High Handicap Games: Heinz Kosempel 274, Tony Dama 260, Armand DeCaluwe 259, Connie Popa 279, Gloria Robinson 257, Theresa DeCaluwe 249.

High Handicap Series: Tony Dama 726, Lyle Douglas 718, Lawrence Trepanier 717, Peggy Hillman 725, Jackie VanKempen 720, Susan Power 705.

Local equestrian coach presented with OEF

Coach of the

Year award

On November 8, local equestrian coach Bill Windsor was presented with the Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF) Coach of the Year award.

This year’s award was very special, as the program was revamped/re-introduced. A new selection criteria was developed to fully understand more about what the nominated coaches bring to the sport. A selection panel representing the three Olympic disciplines and all levels of coaching from across the province was brought together to review the nominees and make the selection decision.

Windsor was awarded a beautiful Sterling Silver Cup by one of Canada’s best riders – Ian Millar – at the Royal Winter Fair. Windsor’s name as this year’s recipient will be the first name on the award, and OEF looks forward to continuing to add the names of important Ontario coaches to this award for many years and generations to come.

Windsor also received a Director’s Chair to commemorate the award, as well as a gift certificate generously provided by Equine Guelph to continue his equine training.

Two of Windsor’s students, Shea Kiss and Clarissa Raymont, with the help of parents Jen Kiss and Terri MogilefskyRaymont, put forth the nomination for this year’s award. The nomination read, in part, as follows:

“Bill has been a certified coach for close to 20 years and has coached well over a thousand riders in that time at his facility known as Windsor Farms Equine Centre. Bill has served for many years on the boards of many horse associations, the most recent of which is the Western Style Dressage Association of Canada. Bill lent his knowledge and understanding of the sport to assist in the designing of the tests and rules currently utilized by this organization. Eleven-plus years ago, Bill’s curiosity about therapeutic riding sparked the development of the Special Equestrian Therapeutic Riding Association, also known as SpEqTRA, to which he dedicates a number of hours as a coach. This, along with his passion and lifelong love of horses, is proof alone of Bill’s ability as an ambassador of the sport.

“Bill has always encouraged the ongoing personal development of his students and leads by example. He currently holds his Equine Rider levels up to and including Tail, Western Intermediate - Trail, Western Intermediate - Horsemanship, Western Intermediate - Pleasure and Western General Component. He has also achieved the CanTRA AI level in therapeutic coaching and is currently pursuing his CanTRA I.

“Bill has coached and mentored many a client to local, regional and national titles in many English and Western riding disciplines, including both English and Western Dressage,

Western Pleasure, Trail, Hunter under Saddle, Showmanship and Horsemanship. He has also helped many horse lovers and owners improve their riding skills and trained their horses, helping them to create a working partnership between them and the animal they love.

“Bill has a special gift as a coach. He finds the personal strength in all of his riders. In finding the strengths, weaknesses, confidence and ability of each individual rider, he brings them to their full riding potential… Bill makes each of his riders feel that they each have their own special bond with him. His easygoing nature and ability to communicate with them helps them to feel confident… He has the ability to push them farther without them even knowing that they have just accomplished something they were sure they couldn’t do…

“Among his clients, both past and current, it was not difficult to find both a nominator and seconder that would agree that Bill deserves the award as OEF Coach of the Year.”

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Dec. 5: 1st Sandy Gammie and Frank Duransky, 2nd Eileen Edwards and Jack Warmenhoven, 3rd Roy Trowell and Ron Martin, 4th Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Dec. 7: North/South - 1st Pauline

Mikolash and Jeanne Manners, 2nd Bill Chaplin and Chris Brennan, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Roger Cote. East/West - 1st Henry

Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd John and Dorothy McGregor, 3rd Jane Gollmer and Ann Pascoe. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

Swimmers represent Lasers at first invitational

By LLST reporter Carter Matthews

On Nov. 25-27 and Nov. 29 swimmers represented the Lemaington Lasers Swim Team at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre for the Border City Invitational Meet. To go to an invitational meet, a swimmer must be invited by their coach. For this reason, they have a more competitive atmosphere.

During this meet, many personal records were broken and swimmers had an exciting time. Some swimmers like Alison Ware shaved off over 2 minutes on a personal best time for a 1500m freestyle, winning first place. Congratulations to the Lasers newest regional qualifiers, Rose Chapman and Luke Pettypiece.

Many LLST team records were also broken. Congratulations to the following.

Age 8-9: Owen Williams -100m and 200m backstroke; Rylee Gillett - 50m and 100m butterfly; Taya Hutchison - 200m backstroke; Zoe Toews - 25m breaststroke.

Age 10-11: Lucas Moavro - 50m back, 200m IM, 400m freestyle; Nicolas Lougheed800m freestyle, 200m back; Lila Kendrick - 200m freestyle.

Age 12-13: Alia Flores - 50m butterfly; Kahlin Lougheed - 200m backstroke, 800m freestyle.

Age 14+: Vladi Jidkov - 50m freestyle, 50m backstroke, 50m breaststroke, 50m butterfly, 100m freestyle, 100m butterfly, 200m IM; Ryan Child - 50m breaststroke, 100m freestyle, 50m butterfly; Alison Ware - 200m breaststroke, 1500m freestyle.

1st Place Winners: Ryan Child (F15) 100 free; Allison Ware (F14) 1500 free; Vladislav Jidkov (M16) 50 free, 50 fly, 50 breast; Kendra Bosse (F17) 200 breast.

2nd Place Winners: Vladislav Jidkov (M16) 100 back, 200 back, 50 back; Nicolas Lougheed (M12) 800 free; Grace Pettypiece (F10) 50 breast.

3rd Place Winners: Vladislav Jidkov (M16) 100 fly, 100 free; Steven Bosse (M15) 100 fly; Lorenzo Flores (M10) 100 free, 50 breast, 50 back; Kendra Bosse (F17) 100 back; Rylee Gillett (F9) 100 fly; Grace Pettypiece (F10) 100 breast; Ryan Child (F15) 50 free, 400 IM; Lucas Moavro (M11) 50 back; Lucas Hillman (M12) 50 breast, Luke Pettypiece

(M14) 50 back. The Lasers were

Leamington Lasers Swim Team competed in the Border City Invitational Meet at the end of November. Medal winners, left to right: Nicolas Lougheed, Lorenzo Flores, Ryan Child, Lucas Moavro, Allison Ware, Steven Bosse, Vladislav Jidkov. Missing, Kendra Bosse, Rylee Gillett, Lucas Hillman, Grace Pettypiece, Luke Pettypiece.

Local equestrian coach Bill Windsor (left) of Windsor Farms Equine Centre (left) was selected by the Ontario Equestrian Federation to receive an award for Coach of the Year. Students Shea Kiss (centre) and Clarissa Raymont (absent from photo) put forth Windsor’s nomination with the assistance of their mothers. Windsor was presented with the award by Ian Millar (right), one of Canada’s best equestrian riders, at the Royal Winter Fair.

Justin Wiebe shoots a successful two pointer during the first half of a WECSSAA Tier II junior boys basketball game at LDSS Thursday, Dec. 8. Leamington won 69-34 in the season-opening match. Results from a Tuesday, Dec. 13 home court contest against Cardinal Carter were not available by press deadline.

Sharks fall to .500

Injuries, penalties and straying from the game plan are making for a difficult introduction to the start of the second half of the regular season for the Wheatley Omstead Sharks.

The team hosted the Dresden Kings Monday, Dec. 12 and despite a promising start, the Sharks dropped the match in a 5-3 final. The loss kept Wheatley two points behind the Mooretown Flags in the race for fifth in the Stobbs Division.

The first period was one rife with power play opportunities for the Sharks. Wheatley’s first power play failed to produce results and just as it seemed it would be the same for their second five on four, Mitchell Prudence took a pass from the corner by Delaney MacDonald and blasted a close-range shot past the glove of Joel Sowinski. Eric Prudence also assisted on the tally, scored with one second left on the power play.

The lead lasted only 18 seconds before the Kings’ Ryan Malott beat Erik Morneau with a sharp-angle, ice level shot from the right of the net into the bottom left corner, just inside the far post. Wheatley took another lead on yet another power play after precisely 15 minutes of play. Sowinski made the save on a Curtis Rodrigues shot from just outside the crease, but couldn’t stop Justin Pinsonneault from burying the rebound on a shot that narrowly missed his left pad. Antonio Ciampa also assisted on the go-ahead goal.

The Sharks outshot their penalty-ridden guests 11-5 through the first 20 minutes. Dresden bounced back in the second to tie the game 2-2 53 seconds after the opening faceoff. Kings’ scoring leader Dillon Liberty collected his 51st point of the season with a wrap around to beat Morneau to the right side. The visitors went ahead on a power play after a failed clearing attempt by the Sharks allowed Tyler Hotham to fire a wrist shot from about 10 feet inside the blue line that soared just beyond the extended glove hand of the Wheatley netminder.

The Kings outshot the home team 12-7 through the middle 20 minutes.

The power play table turned on the Sharks for the third period, allowing Dresden to notch what stood as the game winner during a man advantage. Liberty tapped a Kevin Ritzer pass into the back of the Wheatley net from the right side of the crease to expand his team’s lead to 4-2. Kadin Ritchie followed up about 10 minutes later by chipping a pass above Morneau’s glove during an offensive rush.

Alixe Salibe pulled the Sharks to within two with 1:41 on the game clock after tapping the puck past Sowinski from the left side, prompting the Wheatley bench to pull Morneau for the extra skater until a faceoff brought the play back into the Sharks’ zone.

Dresden outshot the Sharks 29-26, going two for 10 on the power play while Wheatley went two for six. The Sharks took 40 minutes in penalties on 18 infractions while the Kings were assessed 31 minutes on 15 calls. Despite the apparent lack of discipline, Sharks head coach Dave Wiper described another condition as the root of the problem.

“The communication between coach and players is not being heard,” he noted. “We got beat by a team that just played smarter and the loss tonight is directly on myself. Right now, the boys are on their own page and that’s a reflection on me.”

Over the course of the Dec. 12 match, two more players were added to Wheatley’s injury list — Alex Mosher and newcomer Quinton O’Brien. They are added to the list that includes Cody Butler, Ryan Zsebok, Kristian Filipovski, Darrin DiMenna and Evan Mastronardi. Regardless, Wiper felt that Monday’s game against Dresden was one his team should have won.

“We’ve got the talent to get the job done,” he said. “It’s the little things that are haunting us, trying to do too much when we get behind instead of sticking with the game plan. I told the boys that this is the lowest point of the season. We can either stay feeling sorry for ourselves or we can right the ship or the scores are going to get bigger. Knowing this group, they’ll turn it around.”

What was supposed to be the Sharks’ fourth game of the season against the Blenheim Blades a day before hosting Dresden was postponed by inclement weather conditions. So far, a makeup date for the game has yet to be scheduled. Wheatley’s next home game will be played Monday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. against the Flags.

1946 Ford brings back fond memories

Cliff and Doreen Neuts of Ruthven own a beautiful gleaming black 1946 Ford 2-door sedan. Cliff bought the car in Windsor around 2001 for $700. It came to Canada from Pennsylvania in 1978.

When the car arrived on a flatbed trailer in Cliff’s driveway, an empty coffee can on the firewall fed gasoline though a rubber hose to the carburetor and the car started. Cliff drove it to his garage at the back of the house, then the work started with Cliff and his friend “Sparky” Clark doing 90 percent of the work.

Cliff took the gas tank to the Sudds brothers in Leamington, who sent it to Windsor for a cleanout. Tractor collector Dan Wiper gave Cliff a new fuel pump in the original box. “Sparky” Clark rebuilt the heater and fixed the cracks in the steering wheel, then repainted it. Derrick Tassey helped Cliff with the installation of the rear window with string

ishing touch: wide white walls.

Cliff’s first car was a 1947 Monarch sedan from Brian Harris in Leamington, who had just bought a ’52 Mercury from Pete Hildeb rand, the local VW dealer. The Monarch had a tooth missing from first gear and one day reverse locked up.

wanted it and Cliff nearly doubled his money when he

Brian hooked his ’52 Merc to the rear of the Monarch to pull it backwards to unlock reverse. Instead, he ripped the entire rear end out of the Monarch. The car was scrapped.

Mr. B. in Coatsworth installed the new interior. He called in Cliff and “Sparky” to look at the bare floor. NO RUST anywhere! Moe Roach replaced the original dark blue by painting the car a gleaming black. The fin-

Cliff’s next car was a ’47 Ford coupe from Hyatt Motors. By this time, he and Doreen had started dating. Whenever they went over a bump, the dust and dirt inside the car became airborne because the previous owner, Charlie Ryall, had sheep that slept in the car.

Cliff then bought a nice dark green ’49 or ’50 Meteor 2-door. Someone else

Then he bought a ’37 or ’38 Plymouth sedan with suicide doors for $60 from the mother of Prosser Moran, who operated a wellknown grocery store in Leamington. The car had no front bumper but did have four new 16-inch tires. The tires were worth more than the rest of the car. Cliff drove it to work every day until the carburetor split in half. A farmer hauled it away.

Their next cars included a 1960 Pontiac Parisienne, a ’68 Ford Galaxie 500, a ’75 Torino, and a 1964-1/2 Mustang fastback. But none of those cars could bring back the teenage memories quite as well as the 1946 Ford 2-door sedan they own today.

Cliff Neuts with their 1946 Ford 2-door sedan.

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NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY JEAN MOSEY

All claims against the Estate of DOROTHY JEAN MOSEY, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, who died on or about the 2nd day of March, 2016, must be filed with the undersigned solicitors for the personal representative on or before the 6 th day of January, 2017. Thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

Dated: December 1, 2016 Matthew M. Caron PEARSALL, MARSHALL, HALLIWILL & SEATON LLP. Barristers and Solicitors 22 Queens Avenue Leamington, Ontario N8H 3G8

PROPERTY/BUILDINGS:

having an area of 25 acres more or less, on closing. LOCATION: The premises are situated on the north side of Lakeshore Road 311, east of 77 Highway, and will be identified by signage on the property.

PARCEL TWO:

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 15, Concession 9, Geographic Township of Tilbury West, Town of Lakeshore, County of Essex

OWNER: Esther Louise Newsted

ACREAGE: 49 acres more or less

PROPERTY/BUILDINGS: This property has an existing barn and Quonset shed and has frontage on a paved road with access to municipal water.

LOCATION: The premises are situated on the north side of Lakeshore Road 310, east of the Gracey Side Road, and will be identified by signage on the property.

TERMS OF TENDER:

Sealed tenders, which need only identify the parcel for which the tender is being submitted, the tendered price and contact information, will be received by the undersigned until 4:30 p.m. on January 20, 2017, with the highest, or any, tender, not necessarily accepted. No deposit is required with the tender, but the successful tenderer will be required to enter into an agreement of purchase and sale without conditions, except as to title, by January 27, 2017, and submit a deposit of $10,000.00 at that time. Transaction to close on or before February 27, 2017, with vacant possession on that date. The properties are being sold in all respects in an "as is" condition.

Interested parties may contact the undersigned to obtain any further information.

Greenhouse Worker

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting

• Checking quality of harvested produce

• Other duties as assigned

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods

• Bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail

• Working at heights, hot environment

WAGE AND HOURS:

• 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays

• Wage: 11.40/hour, seasonal, full time

Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)

Sunrite Greenhouses Ltd is looking for:

GREENHOUSE WORKERS

• 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: $11.43 per hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends and holidays.

Please email resume to: tinad@sunritegreenhouses.com or fax: 519-733-5290

FULL TIME VEGETABLE PACKERS

• Wage: $11.43 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

The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington Class B Refrigeration Operator

Reporting to the Facility Supervisor, the Class B Refrigeration Operator is responsible for operating the ammonia refrigeration system as outlined in the TSSA regulations. This position is also responsible for performing the overall maintenance and janitorial duties of the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex; assisting with the efficient operation of all the physical plant equipment associated with the operation of the arenas and swimming pool. Work is performed according to established policies with the latitude for the use of independent judgment in the solution of work methods and procedures.

For complete details regarding this position please visit our website at www.leamington.ca/careers

Application Deadline: 11:59 pm Sunday, January 1, 2017.

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

LITTLE CAESARS LOCATIONS in Leamington, Kingsville and Essex have full and part-time positions available. Experience with food preparation and cash handling preferred. Drop resumes at any of the above Little Caesars locations. oc19-tf

GROSSI PLUMBING, HEATING & HVAC Services accepting resumes in all areas (Plumbing, Sheet Metal, HVAC, Administration). Submit byDrop in: 238 Talbot Street West, Leamington, ON; Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca; Fax: 519-326-3632 de14

GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOUR - Full time and full time part time positions available. 40-48 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Minimum wage to start. Apply by fax: 519-326-6702 or email: hriprfms@gmail.com. oc26-de28

We are currently seeking an experienced candidate for the FULL TIME, PERMANENT POSITION OF METAL MECHANIC/ FABRICATOR GENERAL LABOURER Wages are negotiable upon experience.

Please forward resume in person to: 229 Talbot St. W. Leamington between the hours of 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday. Or by email to: leamingtonglass@bellnet.ca

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

for Food Service Contract for South Essex Community Council Meals on Wheels Program

South Essex Community Council has been delivering hot, nutritious lunches to seniors, persons convalescing and persons with disabilities for more than thirty years.

SECC is currently seeking possible partnerships to continue to deliver the program as well as potentially develop new and innovative approaches to food security & distribution.

Organizations and/or businesses wishing to submit proposals should do so by no later than 4:00 pm, January 10, 2017.

The RFP can be obtained from www.secc.on.ca

Or by contacting Debbie Daher, Manager of Finance at 519-326-8629 or ddaher@secc.on.ca

Questions concerning this RFP may be directed to Carolyn Warkentin at 519-326-8629 or cwarkentin@secc.on.ca

IMMEDIATE OPENING

310T Truck/Coach Mechanic

Competitive Compensation, Benefit Package, Steady Days, Weekly Pay, Training Available. Email resumes to rob@leamingtoninternational.com

Leamington International Trucks Ltd.

Our facility in Leamington, Ontario is actively growing, and currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team.

GENERAL LABOURERS

• $12.50/hour to start; $15.00/hour once probationary period is complete.

• 90-day probationary period required.

• Preference will be given to candidates who have previous manufacturing, fork lift, and/or food processing experience.

• Incumbents must be willing and able to learn and perform all tasks pertaining to the job while complying with quality standards.

• Must be capable of working all three shifts.

• Successful candidates must pass a standard test and interview process. Highbury Canco Corporation Human Resources Fax: 519-322-4102

Email: hr@highburycorp.com

Mail: 148 Erie Street South, Leamington, ON N8H 0C3 Highbury Canco is committed to employment equity. We wish to acknowledge all interested candidates; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Junior/Intermediate Sales Account Manager

This is for a very large and progressive Agribusiness located in Essex County.

The positon will report to the Director of Sales & Marketing and will support the sales goals and objectives of the company. This is a developmental role and you will contribute to the building of customer partnerships in Canada and the U.S. You will service existing accounts, secure orders, resolve customer complaints, maintain sales activity records/reports, ensure good customer service and participate in trade shows etc. You will have a degree or diploma in a business related field, have experience in Sales, Advertising or Marketing, be a self-starter, excellent communicator with great people and customer service skills. The positon will have a base starting salary of between $55 and $65K and full benefits.

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This is for a very large and progressive Agribusiness located in Essex County.

The position will report to and provide support to the Director of HR for a variety of initiatives such as project development and implementation, policy implementation, recruitment and benefits/pension administration. Other responsibilities will include, assist with H&S, assist with policy development, prepare reports and coordinate new employee orientations etc.

You will have a degree or diploma in HR or business, a CHRP designation or in the process of obtaining such, 5 years HR experience, knowledge of relevant legislation and good people skills.

The position will have a starting salary of between $45 and $60K and full benefits.

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January 1, 2017, taxicab fares will increase. This increase was approved by Leamington Council at its October 3rd, 2016 meeting.

For trip destinations over 5 km outside the geographical boundaries of the Municipality of Leamington – driver and passenger may agree on a flat rate before the commencement of the trip.

Anyone charging a fare or fee other than what has been approved by Council and noted on the Fare Card located in each taxicab is subject to fines under By-law 63-16.

For further information, please contact: Brenda Percy Manager of Legislative Services/Clerk Tel: 519-326-5761 clerks@leamington.ca

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Golden Years golf report

Thirty-eight golfers dropped a respectable 72 aces on December 8 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Setting the pace with 6 were Julia Kos and Art Sweet. Dropping 5 each were Murray Hartford and Bill Ward. Managing 3 were Kathy Bradley, Murray Cascadden, Perpetua Hildrop, Laurie Hylton, Bob McWilliam, Andy Orsini, Barry Sweet, Gerrit Vriesen and Bryon Walker. Two dropped for Lloyd Honey, Tony Hudvagner, Bill Mayville, Bill Taylor and Ken Brook. Rounding out the ace parade with 1 apiece were Jim Allen, Jo-Ann Ferguson, Wanda Hayes, Gary Honey, Bob Martin, Eileen McIntosh, Betty McManus, John Murphy, Colleen Pearse, Moe Scratch, Rose Taylor, Tom Hyatt and Ernie Vandenberg. Carding a 16 over 9 holes was Art Sweet, followed by Barry Sweet, Laurie Hylton and Bill Ward with 17. Recording 18 were Ken Brook, Murray Cascadden, Bryon Walker (2), Tom Hyatt (2), Art Sweet (2), Laurie Hylton, Julia Kos (2), Bill Ward (2) and Tony Hudvagner.

A remarkable 34 over 18 holes was carded by Art Sweet, with Bill Ward in close pursuit with 35. Notching 36 were Tom Hyatt and Laurie Hylton. Barry Sweet, Art Sweet, Laurie Hylton, Bill Ward and Tony Hudvagner each had 37. Managing 38 were Ken Brook, Barry Sweet, Murray Cascadden, Bryon Walker and Murray Hartford.

Continuing his strong performance, Art Sweet managed 71 over 36 holes, again with Bill Ward close behind with 72. Rounding out the low scores were Laurie Hylton with 73, Barry Sweet with 75, Tom Hyatt and Murray Hartford with 77, and Andy Orsini and Julia Kos with 78.

Nailing down first place with 230 was Team Kings (Julia Kos, Bill Ward, Tony Hudvagner). Second place with 236 went to Team 5 (Rose Taylor, Barry Sweet, Murray Cascadden). A third place score of 240 was shared by Team 3 (Jim Allen, Gary Honey, Pete Daudlin) and Team 8 (Art Sweet, Laurie Hylton, Wanda Hayes). December 15 is the last scheduled golf date before the new year. League members will enjoy the breakfast buffet at 9 a.m., followed by golf at 9:30. Golf will resume on January 12.