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Gore Hill P.S. holds farewell assembly LEAMINGTON – Gore Hill Public School Gators prepared a special farewell assembly for their secretary, Mrs. Helen Clark. The assembly included presentations from the Principal’s Council and various classes including a special acrostic using Mrs. Clark’s name, a skit prepared by Parent Council about her last day as secretary at Gore Hill, and a performance by the Gator Girls Choir. After 26 years in education, Mrs. Clark is looking forward to relaxation, camping, golfing and spending time with her growing family. Pictured, Mrs. Clark (seated) accepts flowers and a special card from Mrs. Hodgson and her class representatives, Elise Wilkinson (left) and Ghina Hamra. (Submitted Photo)

LDSS students raise funds for Paediatric Child Life Services As part of their social responsibility activities, Grade 12 students in the Business Leadership Group at Leamington District Secondary School took on a project to raise funds for Paediatric Child Life Services by selling pizza and popcorn during December, raising almost $400 to assist children in the hospital. From left to right are LDSS students Emily Schmenk and Melissa Neufeld, Paediatric Child Life Specialist Jennifer Burton Liang, and LDSS students Justin Singkhaew and Cassidy DeGroote. They are pictured at the presentation of the students’ donation, held at Windsor Regional Hospital Met Campus.

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Leamington receives funding for intercommunity bus service LEAMINGTON – The Municipality of Leamington will receive $606,040 in provincial grant funding over five years from the Ministry of Transportation “Community Transportation Grant Program – Long-distance Scheduled Intercommunity Bus Service” stream (CT Program). The funding will allow for the creation of an intercommunity bus service that will link the communities of Leamington, Kingsville, Essex and Windsor. The preliminary concept is to have the new transit route operate Monday to Friday, from Leamington through Kingsville, to Windsor/St. Clair College, with a stop in Essex. The service would provide three round trips daily that would include an early morning run, a mid-day run and an early evening run. “Access to transportation significantly impacts the economic development, health and overall quality of life in our community,” said Leamington mayor Hilda MacDonald. “An intercommunity bus service is vital for residents to reach healthcare services, education and employment opportunities, and social services. It is also essential for the expansion of our local businesses and labour force.” Detailed route planning, timing of the initiation of the service, scheduling and fares remain to be finalized. This information will be published when available.

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Electronic participation at council not permitted By Bryan Jessop

LEAMINGTON – Video and audio representation may be allowed elsewhere, but Leamington council has decided that there’s nothing quite like the genuine article… or councilor. Leamington manager of legislative services and clerk Brenda Percy and director of legal and legislative services Ruth Owens submitted a report to municipal council Tuesday, Jan. 22 requesting the prohibition of electronic representation for councilors who are unable to attend public council meetings in person. Alterations to Ontario’s 2001 Municipal Act permitting — but not requiring — the use of video and audio electronics for councilors to participate in municipal meetings came into effect through Bill 68 as of January 1, 2018. In Leamington, however, it was decided that there are too many issues relating to the bill to make it a reliable means of communicating with a council member unable to attend a live meeting in person. “At this time, administration does not recommend that council implement the use of electronic participation due to both technical and procedural complexities,” Percy stated. The report went on to point out that the newer provincial legislation fails to recognize what methods exist as viable means of electronic communication such as email, texts, FaceTime and other systems. Disruptions with Wifi or other means of connection, the report indicates, also make electronic communication unreliable as a method of discussion. It also focused on substandard audio or video quality as a concern that would make communication — as well as the recording of council meetings for public use — challenging or difficult to interpret. Percy and Owens noted that electronic participation is not utilized by any other local municipality, although it is practiced in one Ottawa-area community. Council learned that prohibiting the use of electronic participation would also affect municipal committees and local boards before voting in favour of the restriction.

Rotary Club supports Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Instead of its regular Monday meeting on January 21, the Rotary Club of Leamington spent the evening supporting the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners. A $1,000 cheque was presented to the Gleaners, and Rotarians spent a couple of hours trimming and cleaning potatoes and peppers that were then put through the chopping and drying process to be used in the Gleaners’ soup. The Rotary Club of Leamington — doing great things in the community and having fun doing it! (Submitted Photo)

Funding for area hospital upgrades, repairs and maintenance ONTARIO – The Ontario government has announced new funding of $175 million to 128 hospitals across the province to upgrade, repair and maintain their facilities. The funding comes from the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund. Erie Shores HealthCare is receiving new funding of $336,833. The Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is receiving funding this year as well – a total of $1,810,203. “The health and safety of patients and families is a priority for our government,” said Rick Nicholls, MPP for

Chatham-Kent Leamington. “That’s why we must make the necessary investments in our hospitals now, to ensure our providers have the facilities they need to continue to provide excellent quality care to patients. This funding will help ensure hospitals across Ontario are able to make the needed upgrades, improvements and maintenance so patients and families have access to reliable, quality care they expect and deserve.” In addition, Windsor Regional Hospital will be getting $1,542,721 and Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare is receiving $771,345.

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Siblings can become your best friends Funny how we think of childhood memories that we thought were terrible, only to realize later in life that they were some of the best times of our lives. I always begrudged growing up with my older brother. It always seemed Sheila like he was the McBrayne golden child because he got away with everything. He didn’t have any chores and it seemed like he could do whatever he wanted. I’m sure he probably thinks the same about me… It’s funny how siblings can fight and antagonize each other through their childhood and then grow up to realize how important family is, especially your siblings. Who else can you commiserate about your parents with? I also have two older sisters, but they were 14 and 15 year older than me, so I really didn’t grow up with them, so much as we shared parents and holidays. I was the favourite aunt who babysat my nephews a lot. No regrets there; that was fun and put spending money in my pocket. Not to

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Ontario gets highest grade ever in red tape reduction efforts Op-Ed by MPP Rick Nicholls, Chatham-Kent Leamington

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) gave Ontario an A- in its 2019 Red Tape Report Card, which is a dramatic improvement from the C+ that the previous government received in their final year in office. The jump from the province’s second-lowest to its highest grade ever is a result of our government’s determination to cut the cost of doing business in Ontario and make companies more competitive. From the Maple Leaf Processing Plant now in London, to the Whyte’s Foods Pickle Plant in Wallaceburg, and the many new hires I am hearing about from the agricultural sectors of Chatham-Kent, Leamington, Essex and Greater Windsor, the fruits of this determination are just beginning for Southwest Ontario. When companies are able to come to Ontario, not getting shut out by skyrocketing hydro costs and red-tape levels, they don’t just set up shop. They tend to grow, and our families and communities grow at the same time. Southwest Ontario voters are community minded, and rightfully so. It is in the spirit of community that I am proud to be working with the government on this agenda. Sometimes people hear the word “business” and only one image comes to mind. However, every single business is a unique entity bringing unique benefits to all members of the community, regardless of their background.

Some are co-operatives, some are independent, elsewhere part of a chain. Others are retail focused, others online, and still more specialize in things so taken for granted that it is only when they are gone that we learn of the specialty. For example, most of the utilities you rely on in your living arrangement function with the help of tradespeople who also qualify as “businesses,” both small and large. This sector was one of the hardest hit by the incredible growth in red tape under the previous government. On November 21, the legislaMPP Rick Nichols ture passed the Making Ontario Open for Business Act that reversed the drastic increase in regulatory burden that the previous government had imposed on small businesses. The Act also transformed Ontario’s apprenticeship system to make it easier for employers to hire the skilled tradespeople they need. On December 6, our government introduced the Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act. This bill, along with a series of regulatory changes, proposes 32 actions across 12 ministries to cut red tape. It is the second in a series of legislation aimed at getting government out of the way of job creators. Ontario is open for business.

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And Now The Movie, Folks! Apparently, for the first time in 30 years, this year’s Academy Awards show will go on without a celebrity host. When Kevin Hart backed out due to some bad publicity a month or so ago, the academy chose not to replace him. Instead, I suppose, they’ll go with a general grab bag of celebrities to set up the different categories and we should expect to see an opening montage of people doing stupid things. The last time this happened, in 1989, we endured Rob Lowe per- Mark Ribble forming a cheesy version of Proud Mary with none other than Snow White. In this day and age, you’d think they could come up with something catchy, but who knows what to expect when the Oscars air on February 24. I’ve seen a couple of the big movies for this year in A Star is Born and Bohemian Rhapsody. I enjoyed Bohemian Rhapsody immensely, while A Star is Born was a little better than average, in my opinion. It took three attempts at the Freddie Mercury story, as good as it was. I kept falling asleep, not through any fault of the movie. I did manage to stay awake and watch till the end and thought it was great. If past history repeats itself, we will eventually see most of the movies honoured at this year’s ceremony, probably on Netflix as they find their way there. Last year, we had already seen Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri before the awards show, and it was a great movie. We eventually saw Shape of Water too, and although I liked it, Debbie didn’t. We both enjoyed I, Tonya and I’d recommend that to anyone. So that made me think of all the great movies from over the years. As far back as I can remember, I’ve been a fan of many of the greats. From my early days, watching such gems on TV as Gone with the Wind, Bridge Over The River Kwai and Boys Town, to later seeing them as they played on the big screen. My formative movie years included The Godfather, The Sting, Rocky and One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest. I also remember seeing The French Connection at the Windsor Drive-In with my sister and her new husband in 1971. Now, we have the luxury of Netflix and other streaming services to catch up on any Oscar-worthy movies we may have missed. Some of them aren’t so great. I’ve had award winning movies that I’m just not a fan of. To each their own, I guess. I’m partial to westerns and thrillers, while my wife enjoys the romantic comedies. We usually compromise at some point and watch them all. Thinking back to when I was a kid, the disaster movies always had me interested, from the Poseidon Adventure, to the Towering Inferno, Airport and Earthquake, these movies had state-of-the-art special effects for their time, which would now be considered amateurish. No matter what, Hollywood keeps on churning them out and we will keep on watching. As long as there’s popcorn and Milk Duds in the arm of the chair, I’ll sit down and watch just about anything, and I’ll even try not to fall asleep.

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Ward One Councillors defending Wheatley Arena By Sheila McBrayne

CHATHAM-KENT – One line in particular in the 2019 Chatham-Kent Municipal Budget has Ward One West Kent councillors on the defence for Wheatley Area Arena. Councillors Mark Authier and Melissa Harrigan heard from Wheatley residents concerned about the budget line that suggests Wheatley Arena be reduced to six days a week, instead of seven days. “I’m not sure why we would take a day away… What are we (Chatham-Kent) doing to help rent these facilities?” asked Authier. “We need to look at how we do business,” he added. Authier stated that he and Harrigan have teamed up to question the rationale of closing for a day and how to attract more usage. “Arena’s are community hubs, and we need to look at ways to increase usage and programming, rather than reduce hours in the name of efficiencies. Based on what I’ve heard from residents, I don’t believe the ‘as needed’ model being proposed in the reduction of hours is the best choice for the community,” stated Harrigan. “Melissa and I are really fighting to have people be able to go in to the arena and sign up and pay,” said Authier. Currently all ice bookings go through a municipal office or desk and residents have reported sometimes they are not receiving callbacks. “More people would rent it. This is one of those red tape examples that the mayor is talking about,” said Authier. The Continuous Improvement and “Red Tape” Reduction Project was launched in June of 2018 and has included an internal review of existing activities. The project approved at the January 21 Council meeting is focused on identifying new opportunities for improving Community Development’s processes and allow for easier investment and growth across Chatham-Kent. In a report completed by Jeff Bray, Chatham-Kent’s Manager, Parks and Open Spaces/ Recreation Facilities, he stated that over the past several years Chatham-Kent’s arena usage has declined. Bothwell Arena continued to be the least used arena in Chatham-Kent, with 73 per cent of available ice going unused, followed by Wheatley at 55 per cent and Ridgetown at 52 per cent. The most used arenas were in Chatham (Thames Campus) and Blenheim. Chatham-Kent’s hourly rates were $226.76 for prime, and $181.24 for non-prime, which was anywhere from $20 to $60 more per hour than other regional arenas. “We’re pricing ourselves out of business,” said Authier. An Open House to discuss the proposed budget was held in Tilbury on January 22 with approximately 30 residents present. West Kent Councillors were very happy with the turnout as only two people attended last year’s Budget Open House in Tilbury. Harrigan stated that she and Authier will try to convince Council to leave the Wheatley Arena open seven days a week for another year and give the community and arena managers a chance to come up with creative uses for the arena such as birthday party rentals. Budget Committee deliberations are scheduled for January 30, 31 and February 5 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Council Chambers, Chatham.

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Fryer also praised ERCA administration, noting they are busy throughout the year. He said Windsor-Essex County is comparable to the Toronto area in terms of the number of permits issued for work being done in their respective areas. Noting he went to a “dark place” in his own life, Fryer also promoted mental health initiatives, including Bell

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Problems with the showering facilities at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex will soon be addressed. Leamington’s manager of recreation services Terry Symons approached municipal council with a report and recommendations explaining that the time had come for specific renovations at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. The report was submitted during council’s regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 22 and stressed the importance of conducting a Shower Renovation Project. Council was asked to pre-approve $47,200 of additional spending from the 2019 budget on the Complex shower project because of issues relating to aging infrastructure — $17,200 to be funded from the LKRC reserve as required and $30,000 net from tax revenue in the 2019 budget. It was noted that the “Sherk” side of the facility included showering areas in both the male and female rooms that have not been treated to upgrades since the centre was built 34 years ago. Lastly, it was asked of council to enter into an agreement with Front Construction of Windsor — which met minimum specifications — to take on the Shower Renovation Project for their tendered amount

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“We’d really like to upgrade to something more private and more modern that needs less maintenance.” — Terry Symons In 2017, administration budgeted the same project for the following year, but further investigation revealed additional infrastructure problems with the condition of existing plumbing. Consultant Barrineti Construction visited the site for further review and suggested additional design considerations while providing an estimated budget. In the fall of last year, cast iron plumbing lines that were original to the system corroded to the point where they backed up and were no longer functional. A large section was replaced, but the remainder will also have to be replaced when drains are upgraded. Plans are also in place to remove the five-head ‘shower tower’ systems in each of the two change rooms with a series of shower stalls. “We’d really like to upgrade to something more private and more modern that needs less maintenance,” Symons said. In 2018, the Complex

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There is a new chair at the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA). Windsor city councillor Irek Kusmierczyk moved up to the chair’s position after spending two years as vicechair. Kusmierczyk was acclaimed chair, while Tecumseh councillor Tania Jobin was elected vice-chair. LaSalle councillor Sue Desjarlais was the other candidate for vice-chair. The positions alternate between the County of Essex and the City of Windsor every two years. Kusmierczyk takes over from former Amherstburg councillor Rick Fryer. Before departing the board, Fryer paid tribute to his fellow board members. “Together, we have done a great job in advancing environmental sustainability in the Place for Life,” he said, referencing the ERCA slogan. “I am pleased we had strong relationships with each other over the past few years.”

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The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister Responsible for Seniors, spent an hour touring ElderCollege headquarters on Jan. 24, followed by a meet and greet. She is pictured here (front row, third from left) with ElderCollege organizers and volunteers.

Minister of Seniors visits area, hears from local seniors By Ron Giofu

WINDSOR – The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister Responsible for Seniors, visited the region last week to hear from senior citizens in the area. On January 24, Tassi was at ElderCollege in Windsor, at the campus of Canterbury College near the University of Windsor. She was one of about 40 people who listened to a brief lecture from Rosemary Fiss, director of programs for the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County, before meeting with the seniors who were in attendance. Tassi had been in Woodstock earlier in the day as part of a multi-day tour of Ontario, before leaving for Toronto later in the evening. She said it is part of her duties to travel the country and hear from seniors, hear what their challenges are, and to work with the federal government to provide a solution. “The Prime Minister has given me a very important job and that is to ensure that as seniors age, they can look forward to their future,” said Tassi.

Her tour, she said, was to help figure out what seniors need going forward. “It’s to help determine what the gaps are and to channel our energies to tackle those priorities,” said Tassi. Some of the priorities Tassi said she is hearing about include income security, affordable housing, elder abuse, elder fraud, isolation and access to health care services. She was impressed by what saw at ElderCollege and said that everyone benefits when seniors are part of their respective communities. “I will be advocating strong and hard for seniors,” Tassi said, saying she has been very much informed by what she’s been hearing. “For me, it’s a listening exercise and then it’s sitting at the Cabinet table and fighting hard for our seniors.” Tassi estimated she has been to 70 communities in six months. “It’s so important that I hear from various communities so that I hear from all Canadians,” said Tassi.

$12,000 theft at Wheatley business Sometime between Saturday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. and Monday, Jan. 28 at 6 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered H&H Wood Products on Eastman Dr. in Wheatley causing about $3,000 damage. Once inside, the suspect(s)

stole various power and hand tools, an Acer laptop, Dell tablet and cash. Total value of the theft has been estimated at $12,000. Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Don Letourneau at donaldl@chatham-kent.ca or

519-436-6600 ext. 87074. Anonymous callers can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). If you know who they are, call with your information and you could earn a cash reward. You can also visit www.crime-stoppers.on.ca.

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LEAMINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Municipal council admitted that a pilot project aimed at uptown bylaws may have been enforced excessively, but will continue onwards with its proactive approach. Given three and later a fourth option on what direction to take with the Proactive Bylaw Enforcement project for Leamingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s uptown that was launched in late August of 2018, council elected 4-2 to move forward with one of the two proposed proactive plans. The selected option included continued enforcement of the sign bylaw, the land maintenance bylaw and property standards bylaw including the exteriors of residential properties in mixed-use buildings but excluding properties used strictly as residential dwellings. The first option presented to council would have been to step back to reactive enforcement, which would have meant the discontinuation of the pilot project agreed upon on August 27, 2018. While choosing not to revert to an enforcement system where bylaw officers waited until complaints were lodged before investigating a potential problem, council did note that the interpretation between proactive and reactive were sometimes blurred while the new approach was at times implemented too aggressively. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we envisioned with this bylaw is not whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening,â&#x20AC;? said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted habitual offenders put in line, but now weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sending letters to people with cracked and peeling paint. We wanted the flagrant disobedience of standards to stop, we wanted change. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve become the gestapo because we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t clear enough â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evolved.â&#x20AC;? MacDonald went on to explain that ideally, bylaw officers would be proactive in the sense that when they see something that is a legitimate cause for concern, they act upon it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It should be directed towards safety,â&#x20AC;? added Councillor

Talbot Street and east of town By Shelley Craig

WHEATLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sunday, Feb. 3 the regular worship service for Talbot Street United will be at St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, just up the Bloomfield Road, with Eric Skillings leading at 11 a.m. Roast beef on a bun will be served afterwards with the St. Lukeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Annual Congregational Meeting following that. Sunday, Feb. 10 the service will revert back to Talbot Street Community United at 3741 Talbot Trail, east of Wheatley, at 11 a.m. with Eric conducting the worship as usual. You are welcome to attend. Our prayers are with our friends, Margaret Dodman, Florence Willan, Dorothy Schoof, Jamie Armstrong, Jon G., Tom C., Olga D. Clarence J. and Terry Shanks. Happy Birthday to Reid Shepherd on February 5 from all of us back in S.W. Ontario.

Paul Tiessen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no need to go home to home and knock on doors to say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re coming inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;? The report, in part, brought to the attention of council the fact that proactive bylaw enforcement exposes the municipality to the possibility of liability, stating â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;Śthe Municipality is at risk of litigation alleging negligent proactive enforcement. Further, proactive enforcement decisions will be scrutinized for evidence of selective enforcement which may results in arguments that the Municipality is acting in bad faith.â&#x20AC;? Despite the risks of enacting proactive enforcement, council as a whole expressed an interest in maintaining a strategy as practiced through the pilot project, albeit with less emphasis on lesser concerns such as cracked and peeling paint. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The potential of being liable is a fact of life,â&#x20AC;? said MacDonald. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something we have need to go home to to face. We are trying to be home and knock on responsible for owning our doors to say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re town â&#x20AC;&#x201D; when uptown is a coming inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;? hell hole, we own it.â&#x20AC;? As a fourth option, diâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Paul rector of legal and legislaTiessen tive services Ruth Orton mentioned reverting back to a reactive standard where upon seeing a violation, a bylaw enforcement officer would report it through Cityworks â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a software program used by many local municipalities including Leamington to record, dispatch and monitor requests for bylaw enforcement. Statistics recorded by Cityworks included as an appendix to the report reveal that 141 properties were inspected since proactive enforcement began last year, resulting in 25 notices of violation being issued. The majority of notices that remain outstanding relate to cracked and/or peeling paint â&#x20AC;&#x201D; violations that can only be remedied during warmer weather conditions.

Theft of jacket, valuables LEAMINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; On Friday, Jan. 25, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a theft in Leamington near the intersection of Erie St. S. and Marlborough St. W. At approximately 10 p.m., an adult man was walking alone on Erie St. S. when he was approached from behind by two men. One of the men brandished a weapon, demanding the victimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jacket containing his valuables. The victim complied with the request and the suspects fled on foot running east on Marlborough St. One suspect was de-

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Common sense, not scents-free By Bryan Jessop

LEAMINGTON – Approached with a proposed rule banning fragrances in municipal workplaces, Leamington Council has taken a common ‘scents’ approach. Manager of human resources Danielle Harrison revealed a presentation during council’s regular meeting Tuesday, Jan. 22, recommending the implementation of a scent-free workplace policy for all facilities operated by the Municipality of Leamington. After discussion and heavy opposition led by Mayor Hilda MacDonald, the proposed policy was rejected. “It’s become such a sanitized environment in North America, it’s ridiculous,” MacDonald said. “What about body odour? I find it would be next to impossible to regulate. I’ll continue to wear a scent until someone makes me leave the building.” The mayor also criticized a portion of the legislation requiring staff to air out recently dry cleaned clothing before wearing it in the workplace while noting that smells including mildew and cigarette smoke on clothing were not being addressed. Harrison explained that in instances when a complaint is filed, the ‘offending’ party could be approached discretely and individually. Some members of council expressed concern that a scentfree policy could evolve into an extra ‘housekeeping’ burden for human resources or be used as a method to launch frivolous complaints against coworkers. “We should deal with it as we’ve done in the past,” explained Councilor John Hammond. “If there’s something in place as far as policy goes, I would hate to see someone bring that policy forward just because he doesn’t like the other person in the dump truck.” During the early stages of submitting the report, Harrison noted that sensitivity to fragrances is a legitimate problem for some workers, prompting the need for not only the discontinued use of perfumes, colognes and other on-person scents, but also for scented air fresheners, potpourri, oils and candles. The legislation would also have called for the use of odourless cleaning and pest-control products. The report cited headaches, dizziness and lightheadedness, nau-

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It may have begun as Lil Willabee and Me over 30 years ago but, like its namesake, Willabee is all grown up now. The store that once dressed the area’s most fashion forward youngsters and operated out of the garage of Sue Sleiman’s home in 1988, now outfits the young ladies stepping out for those oh-so-special for dresses your bridal party, your search is over at formal occasions. Willabee’s. From Grade 8 graduations to high school “I like to offer them guidance,” said Sue, “without graduations, proms, semi-formals, galas, and of pushing.” course weddings, Willabee’s offers the largest And after years of experience, Sue said she selections of dresses of all sizes, styles and colours believes she has a good eye for what style best suits from here to Toronto – right in uptown Leamington. individual customers. And Sue takes great pride in that. But even more But some customers, she admits, come in importantly, she prides herself on turning that once knowing exactly what they want. Then, she said, it’s body-conscious customer into someone who walks just a matter of searching out the dress to make their out of the door with a smile on her face and a whole dream a reality. new swagger, rocking a new dress and exuding a While some believe her dresses are out of reach whole new level of confidence. when it comes to cost, Sue said she offers dresses “That makes me happy,” said the for prices ranging from $99 to those owner of Willabee’s, standing amidst into the thousands. racks of colourful dresses, long and It doesn’t matter if you want a I like to offer short, ranging from size 00-40. Sherri Hill or a Sherri Hill look-alike, And while some dread the them guidance, Sue said she can find the perfect thought of dress shopping for that dress to accommodate virtually any without pushing. special occasion, Sue has turned budget. it into a delightful, confidenceAnd it’s not just about dresses boosting experience for her loyal at Willabee’s – it’s your one stop customers. shop, from head to toe, for that special night on the Forget the usual hours of 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – town. From accessories like the perfect pieces of if you’re from out of town or just unavailable during jewelry to body shaping undergarments to Cinderellaher regular store hours, a quick phone call means a like slippers, Sue offers her customers the complete private evening appointment at the Erie Street North package. dress shop. So if you have a special night, or day, in the near For Sue, it’s not about the sale of the most future, visit Willabee’s at 34 Erie St. N. in Leamington. expensive dress on display – it’s about what makes each young lady feel like the belle of the ball. While Sue enjoys the process of assisting her customers in finding the perfect dress, in the perfect colour, she finds it much more rewarding when the once body-conscious customer struts out of the store ‘owning’ that dress in more ways than one. Whether you are a bride-to-be in search of a dress for a destination wedding or just searching

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Trip for two to Vegas winners The Erie Shores Health Foundation Gala Committee poses with the Vegas Trip winners at the event on January 19. From left to right are: Susan Liovas, BrieAnna Bento, Jill Taouil, Mr. & Mrs. Tiverson, Betty Sleiman and Shelly Gabriele.

Hundreds brave heavy snow for the Erie Shores Health Foundation Gala After a relatively calm and sunny winter, the snow decided to come all at once on Saturday, January 19 — the same night of the 24th annual Gala for the Erie Shores Health Foundation. “We weren’t sure if the weather would impact our attendance tonight,” said Executive Director, Christine Colautti, “But it’s amazing to see so many of our supporters brave the weather and join us!” The annual gala sells out every year, and this year was no different. The Portuguese Club was greeted with a near 500-person crowd and was transformed into a spectacular Vegas Casino to fit the “Just Roll With It” theme. Guests were invited to spin a prize roulette wheel and one lucky raffle winner won a trip for two to Vegas and $2,500 cash.

After expenses the Erie Shores Health Foundation happily announces a total of $115,000 going towards improved facilities and equipment at Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington. In addition to the hundreds who attended, the event was also generously supported by 40 event sponsors including ThermoEnergy & Ideal Power as the $10,000 “High Roller Sponsors.” “The sponsors are integral. They’re also very loyal, supporting us year after year, which speaks volumes,” said Colautti. The Erie Shores Health Foundation is located in Leamington and raises funds to support health care services at Erie Shores HealthCare and Erie Shores Hospice in Essex County.

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Wheatley Legion hosting the ‘Big Game’ party on Sunday Four teams tied for first place at Fun Darts on January 18 at Wheatley Legion – Richard Howe, Peter VanZetten and Bonnie Evoy – Mike Simpson, Mary Robinson and Lee Smith – Gerry Soulliere, Sherry DeCaluwe and Steve Acott – Neil Hand- WHEATLEY spiker, Louie Gagne and LEGION NEWS BRANCH 324 Velma Hope. Gord Crook, Garry Hope and Julie Jan Watson Reid won three games followed by Larry Evoy, April Simpson, Richard Smith and Jean Teylounie with two wins. Mary, Lee and Sherry were the ladies who doubled out. Join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings. Play starts at 7:30 p.m. There were all single meat winners at the Meat Draws that were run by Lori Gouin on the stormy January 19 when family and friends gathered to help Doug Johnston celebrate his 75th birthday. Winners were Jim Quick, Linda Marshall, Rick McNeely, John Creve, Norma Dunmore, Geri Vary, Joanne Siddall, Matt Reid, Joyce Epplett, Mary Ann Guyitt and Tracy Sample. Bartenders Gerald Rivait and Connie Ives shared the 50/50 draw win. Join us this Saturday at the draws. This will be the beginning of the new way of selling tickets to reduce a lot of work and a lot of waste. Tickets will be sold in strips of five for $2 per strip. Tickets go on sale at 3 p.m. and the draws run from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. A ‘Big Game’ football party is being held at the Branch this Sunday. The Branch will open at 2 p.m. and everyone is welcome. If you wish to play in the Mixed Darts tournament being held in Essex you must sign up your team by this Saturday. The February Birthday Bash is being held on the 9th with entertainment being provided by Classix starting at 8 p.m. Please Note: The General Meeting in February has been moved to March since more than half of the executive will be enjoying warm and sunny vacations during the month of February. Coming up… Feb. 16 is the Soup Cook-Off, not Chili as reported last week. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board… the Golf/Darts tournament has been moved to March 30… Feb. 21 Seniors Dinner. Sign up by February 15.

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21208 ERIE SOUTH, WHEATLEY

• Cozy log construction • 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Forced air and central air • 91 acres and 30’ x 60’ workshop

• $359,000 • 5 bedrooms • 2.5 bathrooms • Beautiful family room with natural fireplace • In-ground pool

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17 Erie St. N., Leamington, ON N8H 2Z2

REALTY INC., BROKERAGE

17 CARTER

2705 DIVISION NORTH

35 CARTER, SANDY LAKE

Beautiful 2 storey home in great area in Leamington. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, large kitchen, open concept main floor, main floor laundry, newer roof, furnace and a/c; beautiful backyard, well kept and move in ready. Call George Tawil 519-791-1985.

BEAUTIFUL LARGE FAMILY HOME; raised ranch with bonus room, 4 good size bedrooms, fully finished bsmt with 3 more bdrms, 2 full baths, large family room w/gas fp, large lot, close to schools, shopping & sports complex. A must see. Call George Tawil 519-791-1985.

LARGE HOUSE + 7 ACRES + 2 BARNS. Great country location 30 minutes from Windsor. House only 13 years old, 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, infloor heating, oversized 2.5 car garages, attached with infloor heating system. Solar panels average $12,000 per year as income. 2 outbuildings, paved drive and more. Contact Camille 519-796-2453.

YES IT’S THE HOUSE, THE BOAT and all furniture and appliances all included in the purchase price - owner on the move. Totally finished raised ranch with approx. 3,000 sq. ft. 3+1 bedrooms, 2 full baths, grade entrance, patio, shed, fireplace and more. Call Camille 519-796-2453.

71 ERIE STREET NORTH

V/L ERIE STREET SOUTH

HARROW

1727 DIVISION ROAD

COMMERCIAL VACANT LAND

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COMMERCIAL VACANT LOT - 111’ x 135’ prime location across from Highbury Canco (formerly Heinz). Build you own business there or we will build for you. Call for details, Camille 519-796-2453.

VACANT LAND - Pleasant Valley location. Farm over 52 acres, very productive land and farm has 2 frontages on the 4th and 5th concessions, Brookston clay. Call for details, Camille 519-796-2453.

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ATTENTION INVESTORS - Beautiful corner lot plaza, over 5,000 sq. ft. with 4 store fronts with lots of parking. Fully occupied. Call for details, Camille 519-796-2453.

GAS STATION AND CAR WASH AND RESTAURANT - Up to 87 seats as well established restaurant, fully equipped with liquor license and walk-in cooler, great location, edge of town. Be your own boss. Priced to sell, 200’ x 200’ lot size. Call for details, Camille 519-796-2453.

412 WILKINSON DRIVE

39 CEDAR DRIVE IMMEDIATE POSSESSION - Must sell, new price $364,900, open to offers. Beautiful large lot, raised ranch has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths 2 kitchens, totally finished, fenced yard, double garage, double drive. Must to see. Call Patty 519-919-2494 or Camille 519-796-2453.

SPACIOUS FULL BRICK 4 LEVEL with 3 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms, roof replaced in 2013, plaster construction, grade entrance, water furnace with electric back up. To view call Helen Featherstone, 519324-5774.

40 SANDY LAKE

10 WHITNEY

3 EASTERN

5955 ONTARIO-UNIT 206 WINDSOR

BEAUTIFUL & WELL CARED FOR family home; raised ranch – 3 bdms up & 3 bdrms down; full bath on each level. Newer roof, furnace and central air; close to schools, shopping and sports complex. To view call Brenda Shilson, Broker, 519-981-1051.

GREAT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME. Solid cement house with aluminum siding, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, plaster construction; immediate possession. Call Neil Friesen 519-919-3604.

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION - this beautiful raised ranch done to the 9’s and priced to sell. Offering 3 plus bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 kitchens, gas fireplace, newer flooring, newer windows and doors, covered patio, fenced yard, new roof, shed and more. Call Camille now, 519-796-2453.

OLD RIVERSIDE AREA - Carefree living in this 2 bdrm 2 bath condo. Large master bedroom w/ensuite, high ceilings, large windows, oak kitchen cupboards, newly painted, all appliances incl. To view call Brenda Shilson, Broker, 519-981-1051.

BUYING OR SELLING A HOME? LET ANY ONE OF THESE PROFESSIONALS HELP YOU TODAY!

Helen Featherstone

Gary Featherstone Sr.

519-324-5774

519-324-2221

Broker of Record

Sales Representative

Camille Elters

Patty Elters

Brenda Shilson

519-796-2453

519-919-2494

519-981-1051

Sales Representative

Broker

Neil Friesen

Sales Representative

519-919-3604

George Tawil

Sales Representative

519-791-1985

Chantelle Elters

Sales Representative

519-819-4290

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CRITCHLOW

R.A. REALTY INC. BROKERAGE realtor.ca

Randall A. Critchlow, Broker of Record, F.R.I., C.R.A. • Bradley Reiter, MA, Broker 20 Mill Street West, Leamington, ON N8H 1S8 Office 519-326-6154 • Fax 519-326-6955 Website: www.critchlowrealty.com • Email: critch@mnsi.net

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BRICK TO ROOF!

Independently Owned & Operated

55 ERIE ST. NORTH, LEAMINGTON

322-2233

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LAKE FRONT PROPERTY

Great location near schools and the Sherk Complex. Almost 1400 sq. ft. on the main floor plus basement. Two baths, 3 bedrooms, 2 kitchens and many recent upgrades. Don’t wait call us to see it today!

Great location just steps away from Point Pelee National Park and boasts a great beach. This home has two levels, both nicely finished. Ideal getaway and beautiful sunsets. Call us to see it today.

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION!

LOUIE SAAD P.Eng. Broker/Owner

BECKY SAAD

CONRAD BABKIRK

519-919-7223

519-818-4435

Sales Representative

Sales Representative/Owner

519-919-7223

Solid large 3 bedroom home. Action priced for a quick sale. Forced air, central air, and super 2+ car garage. Ideal starter home. Call us to see it today.

ED REGEHR

Sales Representative

519-322-8643

GARRY CRANSTON

KEVIN BABKIRK

LISA FOULON

SHARON O’BEID

BILL BAIRD B. Comm

519-818-4393

519-818-4432

519-817-4348

519-965-3167

519-564-6515

Sales Representative

Broker of Record

Sales Representative

19 BABKIRK, LEAMINGTON

GOOD LOCATION CLOSE TO TOWN

Build your dream home on this spacious lot containing approximately 1.148 acres. All buyers must satisfy themselves about water supply, septic systems, etc.

Broker

1740 ROAD 3 W, KINGSVILLE

D D L L SO SO • Beautiful open concept 2+1 bdrm townhome W/over 2000 finished sq ft • Custom kit W/wet island, ceramic & laminate floors, great rm W/FP • 3 season sunroom, courtyard front entry & walk-out lower level

• 102 acres of workable land-Fantastic opportunity for farmers or horse lovers • 4 bdrm, 1 ½ bath raised ranch home W/custom oak kit, dining room, fam rm W/FP • Lwr rec rm W/wood stove-some outbuildings ideal for cattle, horses & chickens

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

D L SO 3 PARKDALE, LEAMINGTON

This beautiful upgraded 3 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow offers the best of main floor living and is walking distance to shopping and local municipal marina. Makes a wonderful starter or retirement home!

THINKING OF SELLING? BEAT THE SPRING MARKET AND CONTACT ME TODAY...

519-890-4009 Alice Nohra Sales Representative

V/L MERSEA RD 2, LEAMINGTON 0

$475,00

98 TALBOT W, LEAMINGTON

519.326.8661

SE FOR LEA E L A S R O

ATTENTION REALTORS...

• Great location! Approx 25 acres of farmland close to town • Possible greenhouses as well as space to build your dream home • Seller receives oil rights - call Listing Salesperson for more info

• Professional office building with 3 office areas in high traffic location • 1000 sq ft of common area incl washrooms, kitchenette & board room • Front and rear access as well as on-site parking-Call today for more info

CALL SHARON @ 519-965-3167

CALL BILL @ 519-564-6515

57 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON SE

FOR LEA

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65 ORANGE, LEAMINGTON $179,00

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• Approx 2000 sq ft of office space in the downtown area for lease • High traffic area, easy to find with on site parking • Available immediately, $1400/month + utilities

• Great income property! 2-unit duplex with separate meters • 2 bdrm lower, 1 bdrm upper...newer shingles, some newer windows • Lots of parking in front, and additional parking in rear for 2 cars off Fair St.

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

CALL SHARON @ 519-965-3167

3236 GRAHAM SD RD, KINGSVILLE

99 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON

OUSE GREENH UNITY T R OPPO

FOR LEA

Take your real estate advertising to a • Great location & ready for a greenhouse operation W/5 bdrm brick home • 2 solid outbuildings, one 30 x 70’ & one 40 x 60’ plus a chicken coop • Soil is a mix of gravel & silk loam-sale to include separate building lot

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

• Great office space available in high traffic area within strip mall • On-site parking, ideal for salons, professional offices etc. • Available immediately - Call listing agent for complete information

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

WHOLE NEW LEVEL!

Call Mark for details! 519-398-9098

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$695,000

Beautiful waterfront property on a dead-end street with 3 beds, 1.5 baths

90 HARBOURVIEW, KINGSVILLE $999,900

Approximately 88 acres of land located on the west branch of Two Creeks

371 & 436 CONC. 1, WHEATLEY $130,000/LOT

$349,900

Convenient 1-floor living with 2 beds & 2 baths, located on deep lot

818 COTTAGE GROVE, KINGSVILLE $384,900

$249,900

4 ATHLONE, TILBURY

$1,423,000 Perfect for nature lovers who wish to be close to amenities: 3+2 beds & 3 baths

140 BAIRD, WHEATLEY

Lovely family home with 3+1 beds & 2 full baths on a large corner lot

34.84 acres of prime farmland + 2 large severed building lots (77’ x 260’)

V/L SEACLIFF, KINGSVILLE

$389,900

Beautiful ranch-style new-build, 2 beds, 2 baths in Golfside Village

129 GOLFVIEW, KINGSVILLE

Ranch-style home with 3+2 beds & 2 full baths on 0.5 acres of land

Craftsman style family home with 3 beds, 2 baths, featuring main floor laundry

Unique opportunity for a home-based business: 1,900 sq. ft. ranch + large pole barn

411 MERSEA RD 15, LEAMINGTON $639,900

Kolody built raised ranch with 3+2 bed & 2 baths perfect family home!

279 SERENA, KINGSVILLE

To be built: lovely 2 storey home in Golfside Village with 3 beds, 2.5 baths

127 GOLFVIEW, KINGSVILLE

$849,900 $349,900

0.832 acre residential building lot (100’ x 359’) near Wheatley Provincial Park

New 1959 sq ft ranch featuring luxury upgrades & backs on to a wooded area

$499,900

46 HOMESTEAD, TILBURY

494 GREEN VALLEY, TECUMSEH $599,900

KLONDYKE LOTS, CHATHAM-KENT

$399,900

Fully serviced building lot measuring 49.43’ x 115.29’ which backs onto open fields

192 MIDDLETON, WHEATLEY $389,900

Vacant lots for sale in final stage of premier development featuring upscale homes

3074 COUNTY RD 8, STAPLES

48 HOMESTEAD, TILBURY $149,900

STARTING @ $134,900

$349,900 $334,900

Dream home building lots for sale in an excellent location, measuring 62’ x 250’

803, 805 & 807 HERITAGE, KINGSVILLE $79,900

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6 fullytenanted units for sale, all under 1 roof, grossing ~ 50K annual revenue

150-160 LAMARSH, WHEATLEY $99,900

$1,100,000 Estate size lot (1.7 acres) with panoramic views of Lake Erie

3504 TALBOT, CHATHAM-KENT $419,900

Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Erie in this 1,800 sq. ft. ranch with 2 beds & 1.5 baths

877 MCRAE, KINGSVILLE

Multi-purpose property + income potential: 4 bed home & 10,000 sq. ft. steel building

220 COUNTY RD 14, LEAMINGTON $209,900

Vacant land, just shy of 4 acres, fully treed & in a very peaceful setting

V/L HODOVICK, CHATHAM-KENT

$969,000

Well established rental business; 2 homes on a prime 1.16 acre waterfront lot

1117 & 1119 CAMPBELL, KINGSVILLE $649,900

Park-like waterfront property on approximately 1 full acre

1284 GRAHAM RD S, KINGSVILLE

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New hearing clinic in Leamington By Bryan Jessop

From left to right, John Bennett, hearing instrument specialist Laura Blain, Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Phonak representative Tara Warren perform a ribbon cutting ceremony in recognition of Leamington Hearing Clinic’s grand opening Tuesday, Jan. 22.

CELEBRATE OUR

GRAND

Paying a visit to one of the area’s newest businesses would be a ‘sound’ investment of time for residents concerned with their hearing. The Leamington Hearing Clinic welcomed the public through its doors with a Grand Opening event Tuesday, Jan. 22, where its owner and operator Laura Blain was greeted by visitors including Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. Throughout the week, Blain offered free cleanings, checks, hearing aid batteries and discounts on hearing aid purchases to mark the occasion. Finding a The soft opening for the business, located at 2-194 Talbot St. East, took place on December 10 of last year. good location Since then, Blain has been promoting the Leamington turned out to be Hearing Clinic through visits to local seniors’ and retirean easy step.” ments homes. — Laura “They’ve been very positive,” she explained. “The community’s response has been pretty good. I’m surBlain prised, since January isn’t usually a busy time of the year.” Blain grew up in Cambridge and has spent the past three years in Chatham, where she has been working for a hearing practice that operates in conjunction with a denture clinic. The arrangement presented a challenge for her, as the denture facility used an acrylic substance to which she was allergic. After considering opening her own practice for about a year, she set her sites on Leamington. “There’s a decent-sized population here, with people moving in from bigger cities,” Blain noted. “Finding a good location turned out to be an easy step.” Blain graduated from the hearing instrument specialist course at Kitchener’s Conestoga College with honours. Her new business in Leamington offers hearing evaluation and assessment services, hearing aid evaluation, fitment, adjustments, repairs and modifications, custom hearing protection, musicians’ plugs, specialty earmolds, Assistive Learning Devices (ALDs) and swim plugs. Leamington Hearing Clinic can be contacted at 519-398-8162 and offers business hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday. Blain noted that a doctor’s referral is not required to schedule an appointment. More information on the business can be accessed through its website www.leamingtonhearing.ca. Soon, the new practice may be offering an online e-screener service. Complimentary cleans, checks and batteries may be extended into the coming days and weeks.

Kingsville BIA - Customer Service Hero Awards

OPENING

Starting Thursday, January 31st CELEBRATE OUR GRAND OPENING Kingsville McDonald’s®

® Grand Opening Specials valid only at theEast, McDonald’s restaurant located 360 Main Street Kingsville, ON at 360 Main Street East, Kingsville, ON.

Grand Opening: January 31 - February 3, 2019

JANET OLTROP, PUSH MOTIVATIONAL FITNESS – Amanda Woolgar shared that, “Janet always greets everyone with a welcoming smile. She is positive and her energy is contagious. Her dedication to making workouts fun and enjoyable is appreciated.”

Join us for special offers and giveaways:

• $1 Any Size Hot Premium Roast Brewed Coffee (3-5 Cals) • $1 off any Happy Meal (280-960 Cals) • $3.99 Egg McMuffin Extra Value Meal (450 Cals) • $3.99 Sausage N’ Egg McMuffin Extra Value Meal (590 Cals) • $3.99 Bacon N’ Egg McMuffin Extra Value Meal (470 Cals) • $5 Big Mac Extra Value Meal (680-1120 Cals) • $14.99 Sharebox (1650-2190 Cals, Serves 2) plus tax

plus tax

Official Ribbon Cutting Thursday, January 31 at 6pm Celebration Cake for all Guests Win one FREE Coffee a day for a year** (365 FREE Small Hot Premium Roast Brewed Coffee (3 Cals) Coupons) * **

Not valid on any other McCafé® Specialty beverage or any other offer. See Official Rules in-restaurant for complete conditions.

KINGSVILLE EXPRESS CARE TEAM - Mary Lopata commented, “I have been to this shop three times and each time am super pleased. All of the staff are courteous, very helpful and bend over backwards to find solutions to problems. The premises are immaculate. I have never before experienced such efficient and speedy service. They actually apologize profusely if they take a few extra minutes. They not only change your oil and filter, but also clean your windshield, check your tires and vacuum the interior as part of their standard service. Pricing is reasonable and less than other places. Super happy, I finally found someone I can trust to service my car.” (Photos courtesy of Kingsville BIA)

MEGHAN BOLTON, JACK’S GASTROPUB – Meghan Bolton of Jack’s Gastropub received a variety of nominations. “We love an experience when we go out to eat, and Meghan made us feel like a friend we were hanging out with. We loved that she was so friendly, open and funny. She is a great representative of Jack’s. Another customer commented, “Our waitress was knowledgable about the menu. She was so cheerful and checked on us often.”

Let Me Earn Your Business!

GET THE

REAL DEAL.

CHRIS BABKIRK

Ivan Martin

Sales Representative

390 Talbot St. N. Essex

519-776-6447

519.890.1198 ivanmartin@remax.net

chrisbabkirk@kenknappford.com

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

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Flyers shut out Nats

Novice Green start playoffs with a win

By Bryan Jessop

Although the Leamington Flyers are still in the midst of a race for second place in their conference, first place is no longer out of reach either. The Flyers handed a 3-0 loss to the London Nationals at Highbury Canco Arena Thursday, Jan. 24 to mark their second straight shutout victory. The team’s two former Chatham Maroons scored in the first and second before their newest defenseman capped the scoring in the third while goalie Zach Borgiel kept the Nats scoreless on the road for the first time during the regular since a Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015 0-0 draw between the two Western squads. The Nationals outshot the Flyers 12-9 through the opening 20 minutes, but Leamington held on for a 1-0 lead to start the second period. Ninety-five seconds into the game, Thomas Michaud took the rebound off a Brett Postula shot and tapped a sharp-angle, ice level shot into the far left corner of Jukka Schotter’s net. The second assist went to Zach Taylor. Both teams had chances to score from there, but Borgiel blocked a number of London chances including a breakaway to keep the guests off the scoresheet. London’s forwards were the most visible force in the early stages of the middle stanza, although Borgiel again stood his ground to keep the puck out of his net. Sneaking through the defense, Josh King found himself alone against Schotter to beat the Nats’ goalkeeper with a close-range snap

Colton O’Brien of the Flyers intercepts a backhand pass form the Nationals’ Cal Davis during second-period action of a Thursday, Jan. 24 match at Highbury Canco Arena. The Flyers won 3-0, forcing the first zero-goal regular season road game on the Nationals since October 1, 2015 — a 0-0 draw in Leamington. (Southpoint Sun Photo)

shot. The visitors applied heavy pressure again late in the period in an attempt to cut the lead in half, but started the final 20 minutes down 2-0.

We know London’s a tough team, so we stuck together and battled hard.” — Zach Borgiel London’s forward lines came charging from the gates again to start the third, only to be thwarted by Borgiel and his defense time and time again. Brad Postula, the newest Flyer and twin brother of Leamington forward Brett Postula, scored his first goal with the team with a high wrist shot from the point during a delayed Nationals’ penalty. After being set up by Matthew Boring and fellow defenseman Kade McKibbon, Postula’s shot sailed through traffic to find the top left corner. The Nationals pushed consistently to spoil Borgiel’s shutout, pulling their own goalie for the sixth skater with just under four

minutes to play. Neither team gained any ground from there however, allowing the Flyers to pull three points ahead of the Maroons in the race for second place. Leamington was outshot 40-19 and was one for three on the power play while London was held to zero for five. Borgiel became the first goalie to shut out the Nationals in the regular season since London suffered a 1-0 loss to LaSalle on February 15, 2017. “It’s nice to know that of the 20 goalies in this league (the Western Conference), we have one of the best,” noted Flyers head coach Cam Crowder. “He was great tonight. This was a big win for us — it puts us in a position to chase them (London, for first place).” “We know London’s a tough team, so we stuck

together and battled hard,” Borgiel said. “There were some nerves near the end of the game, but our guys blocked shots and kept the puck out of the zone.” On Friday, Jan. 25, the Flyers made a trip to St. Thomas to take on the Stars. Leamington won in a score of 4-3, with goals from Taylor, Adam Jeffery, Dylan Weston and with 10 seconds left in regulation, Jeffery with his second of the night. Their third game in four days was played on Sunday in Chatham against the Maroons. The Flyers winning streak ended at eight games with a 7-2 loss. Wyatt O’Neil and Rory DiNiro scored for the Flyers. Leamington’s next home game will be played Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 7:10 p.m. against the Komoka Kings.

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Sharks nipped by Flyers By Bryan Jessop

The Wheatley Omstead Sharks hit a couple roadblocks to force a seventh place ranking in the Stobbs Division. The hosting Petrolia Flyers bounced back from a 1-0 deficit to earn a 2-1 regulation victory Thursday, Jan. 24. The loss kept Wheatley three points behind the Blenheim Blades with three games remaining prior to the playoffs. The teams battled through an evenly matched scoreless first period, where the Flyers tested Catalin Morin 12 times and the Sharks fired 11 shots at Chaska Thiel. Both teams were empty handed on one power play opportunity. Wheatley was outshot by a two-to-one margin in the second period, but buried the only goal prior to the third stanza. Jace Leach notched his second of the season to put the Sharks up 1-0 after taking passes from affiliate player Brett Enns and veteran Parker Boyle. Eric Marsh of the Flyers

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“Our guys played well enough to win, but selfish penalties cost us the game.” — Josh Carnevale

maining in regulation. The Sharks were outshot 44-25 and went zero for one on the power play as Petrolia went two for five. “Our guys played well enough to win, but selfish penalties cost us the game,” explained Sharks head coach Josh Carnevale. “We had trouble scoring goals, which has been a problem all along.” On Sunday, Jan. 27, the Sharks returned to Amherstburg to face the Admirals. Wheatley lost 5-1 to officially seal a seventh-place

finish in its division. Mason Gow potted the lone Wheatley goal. Also that night, the Blades defeated the Mooretown Flags 6-4 to secure sixth. The Sharks’ results from a Monday, Jan. 28 game in Dresden against the Kings were not available by press deadline. The Sharks’ final home and regular season game is being played Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 p.m. Prior to the opening faceoff, Wheatley’s overagers — Cole Butler, Delaney MacDonald, Mitch Lantin and Boyle — will be honoured during an onice ceremony. With one game to go, the Sharks have three different potential opponents for the Stobbs Division quarterfinals — the Admirals, Kings and Lakeshore Canadiens. Regardless of who Wheatley meets in the first round, Carnevale explained that his team will have to focus on the same objectives. “We’ve got to get our special teams working and tighten up in our own zone,” he said. “You can’t allow more than 40 shots in a game and expect to win.”

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Novice Major A wins three The Southpoint Point Pelee Karting Novice Major A Capitals continued their quest in the OMHA round robin playoffs with three games this past weekend. On Friday night, Jan. 25, the Capitals hosted the Amherstburg Stars at Unico Arena. The Capitals came out sluggish and found themselves down by a goal early on. As the first period continued, Southpoint seemed to find their game and came alive. While playing four on four, Ben Liebrock found Brody Brown, who fed Jonathan Recker, who beat the Starsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defenseman wide left and fired a shot high glove side to even the score. A minute later, Recker stole the puck at his own blue line and went in alone, firing a shot in the exact same spot to take the lead. Amherstburg tied it in the second, but by then the Caps had found their game. They were relentless in their attack but just could not seem to get it past the Starsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; goalie. In the third period, Kayde Grossi controlled the puck on the wall and sent a pass back to Owen Derksen, who rifled a shot on net. AJ Youssef battled his defender and banged in the rebound to take the lead. A few minutes later, Brayden Foster, while taking a hit, dished the puck to Tyler Thomas, who wrapped around the net and fired his shot high on the goalie, hitting his shoulder, but dropping down and across

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LEFT - Members of the Kingsville Kings hockey team offered a little youth and athleticism to the Town of Kingsville’s team in the Hoopin’ Around the Clock fundraiser, but it wasn’t quite enough to defeat a young team captained by Brandon Taggart. (Southpoint Sun Photos)

Hoopin’ Around the Clock Fundraiser attracts 65 teams By Pat Bailey

By 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, Reid Innes was looking a little bleary-eyed, but that was to be expected. Innes, one of the founders of the basketball fundraiser Hoopin’ Around the Clock had a good reason for his sleep deprivation — he was busy helping co-ordinate basketball games for 65 teams, featuring about 800 players in Kingsville and Windsor. For Innes, this was the fourth year for the fundraiser that grew out of his love for basketball. “It was kind of selfish,” laughed Innes. “I wanted to find a way to give back, while doing something I love.” He said the fundraiser got him back in the gym and on the court. The fundraiser had done a whole lot more than just keep Innes in player form. In its initial three years, Innes said the charity ‘tournment’ raised $66,500 for local charities. Innes said the event is a total team effort. He said he has an amazing group behind him helping make sure

the games go smoothly. While some games proved to be highly competitive, Innes said there was virtually every level of player on the court over the weekend, from the ones who had never touched a basketball to those who played at a competitive level. Innes said they did their best to match teams with teams of equal skill, but admitted to a few blowouts over the years. The event began about 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25 and went well past its 24-hour timeline, with games running until about 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26. Innes said some businesses and organizations offered up more than one team to allow them to challenge each other and earn office bragging rights. For the town of Kingsville, Mayor Nelson Santos took to the floor against a group of Kingsville and Leamington players who had been playing pickup ball at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex since they were youngsters. While the town failed to keep pace with the young legs of their opponents, San-

tos said they scored the most points they ever had, losing 62-49 to the team captained by Brandon Taggart. “The team played well,” said Santos following the game, “we kept pace.” But he admitted it was the youthful athleticism of about five members of the Kingsville Kings hockey club that helped keep them in the game. While it certainly helped out his team, Santos said it also gave the young hockey players a chance to get involved and support the community that supports the Kings. But it was the ‘not so young’ legs of Kings general manager and municipality of Leamington employee Andy Dowling who had the hot hand on the court. Santos said Dowling led all scorers on the town team. The proceeds of this year’s fundraiser will be split between the Neighbourhood Charitable Alliance, the Windsor Cancer Centre (Patient Assistance), the St. Clair College Student Athletics Scholarships program, Windsor Pinoy Athletics and The Bridge Youth Resource Centre.

Rhine Danube bowling scores The following are the Rhine Danube bowling leagues scores for January 21. Games Over 180: Willie Schauer 190, Aaron Dickau 202-243, Claudio Sabelli 187189, Dan Dalimonte 182-210-195, Albert Salvati 191, Kelly Bruner 219-208, Wayne Abbott 202-225-192, Tys Schaafsma 192, Shawn Leclair 190, Jack Valade 202, Kevin Kosempel 181-201-181, John Paliwoda 200-180, Willy Fittler 182-194, Ernie Purr 196, Gary Garnham 193. Series Over 520: Aaron Dickau 619, Claudio Sabelli 525, Dan Dalimonte 587, Kelly Bruner 601, Wayne Abbott 619, Kevin Kosempel 563, John Paliwoda 535, Willy Fittler 543, Ernie Purr 530. High Handicap Games: Wayne Abbott 293, Dan Dalimonte 283, Willy Schauer 277. High Handicap Series: Wayne Abbott 823 (tied for 3rd high), Dan Dalimonte 806, Willy Schauer 761. Standings: Lutsch Construction 17, Weil’s Food 14, S.W. Property 14, Del Fresco 11, Fittler Farms 4, Dickau Construction 3.

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SPCC Tuesday Night Mixed Recreational League half-season winners are the Dick team, left to right, Dave Horne, Jane Horne, Anne Dick and Matt Dick.

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SPCC Monday Night Men’s League half-season winners are the Dick team, left to right, Bryan Pearce, Matt Dick, Joe Drummond and Bruce Cooper.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11 ESSEX COUNTY BRANCH OF ONT. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETS Monday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. at Windsor Public Library, lower level, 850 Ouellette Ave. All welcome. Info: www.ogs.on.ca/essex KINGSVILLE GOSFIELD HERITAGE SOCIETY MEETING, Monday, February 11, 2:00 p.m., at First Baptist Church, Kingsville. Speaker: Veronica Brown. Topic: Architecture of Kingsville.

SPCC Wednesday Ladies Recreational League half-season winners are the Kettle team, left to right, Helen Kettle, Kari Vilglasky, Susan Young and Laurie Sanger (absent from photo).

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SPCC half-season results Winter... many of us avoid the cold and ice, but curlers search out a great sheet of ice and the Sun Parlour Curling Club offers just that. Several bonspiels have been held at the club in the last two months and teams “rocked it out” to win, but in the end, both winners and losers shook hands until they meet again at the next competition. Following are some notable results: Mixed Recreational Tuesday Night halfseason winners - the Dick team; Wednesday Night Ladies Recreational League half-season winners - the Kettle Team; Monday Night Men’s Recreational League half-season winners - the Dick team; and the Don Emerson Tier 55 Bonspiel - the Stevenson team. If you want to learn about curling and watch some great games, come out and support the teams.

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Stars weekend results The Southpoint Atom Stars welcomed the LaSalle Sabre Cats to the Unico rink on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 27. This was an extremely evenly matched game that remained scoreless until just under two minutes remaining in the third period when the Sabre Cats found the back of the net. This proved to be the game-winning goal as the Stars lost this game by a score of 1-0. Karly Franklin was amazing between the pipes for the Atom Stars and made several key saves throughout this exciting contest, holding LaSalle to a single goal. The Southpoint Leamington Kinsmen Intermediate Stars battled the Windsor Wildcats in Essex-Kent playoff action. The Lady Stars came to play and scored four unanswered goals en route to a dominant 4-0 win. Paige Thompson, Kayla Collison, Taylor Babkirk and Adrian Gualtieri scored for the Stars. The assists were by Krista Marshall (3), Connie Wiebe, Abby Gualtieri, Tarez Raheb and Stephanie Wiebe. Sam “The Wall” Hartleib was spectacular in net for the Kinsmen Stars as she made numerous key saves and recorded the shutout. The Southpoint Intermediate Stars played host to the Lakeshore Lightning on Sunday evening, Jan. 27, at the Unico rink. The Lightning scored the first goal early in this game. However, the Lady Stars stormed back and scored three unanswered goals to seal the win by a score of 3-1. Claire Phibbs, Kennedy Hodgson and Bryanna Rodrigues scored for the Lady Stars. Adding the allimportant assists were Lauryn Gradwell (2), Charlene Smith (2) and Kennedy Hodgson. Alyee Church absolutely shut the door as she held the Lightning offence to a single goal.

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Members of the NHL Alumni and OPP All stars gather for photos after Hockey Night In Leamington, a Saturday, March 10, 2018 charity game for The Torch Run For Special Olympics. The NHL Alumni vs. Law Enforcement All Stars will return to Highbury Canco Arena Saturday, Feb. 9 in support of Special Olympics Ontario and the Law Enforcement Torch Run. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with a 6 p.m. opening faceoff. Tickets are $10 in advance or $22 at the door and can be purchased at any OPP detachment in Essex County.

Hockey Night in Leamington Feb. 9: NHL alumni vs. law enforcement all-stars LEAMINGTON – On Saturday, Feb. 9, the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will take to the ice against former National Hockey League (NHL) greats in an annual charity hockey event in Leamington. The Leamington Kinsmen Recreational Complex will play host to Hockey Night in Leamington when NHL alumni and local law enforcement players compete. Scotiabank proudly presents the 2019 NHL Alumni Benefit Tour featuring NHL legends from Stanley Cup winning teams, classic original six teams and local former NHLers in support of Special Olympics Ontario and the Law Enforcement

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Kingsville Kings dominate Predators The Kingsville Kings dominated on Sunday, Jan. 27 in a game against the Toronto Predators. The Kings were up 2-1 after the first period on goals by Zachary Dillen (assisted by Bryce Tracey and Noah Hirst) and Zan Markic (assisted by Tracey and Braydon Trenaman), and added three more in the second stanza. Scoring for the Kings in the second were Dillen (Markic and Tracey), Jan Sefl (from Noah Shultz) and Pavel Svoboda (Shultz and Dillen). Sefl from Dillen and Hirst, and Trenaman from Markic and Tracey finished the scoring in the third, with Kingsville earning a 7-4 win. Pictured, Dillen backhands one in past the Predators’ goalie to tie it at one in the first period. (Southpoint Sun Photo)

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Charity mixed volleyball tournament is Feb. 23 Proceeds will benefit Leamington Food Bank and The Bridge The 8th annual Charity Mixed Volleyball Tournament is Saturday, February 23. There will be three adult co-ed divisions: Recreational, Intermediate and Competitive, six on six, with a minimum of two females on the court at all times. Games will be played at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School and Middle School, Leamington District Secondary School, Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex and other locations to be announced. Teams can register before Wednesday, Feb. 6 for the early bird rate. Final registration deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 20. Registration fees are in addition to a food or nonperishable item for the food bank. Lunch is included. Tax receipts for partial registration fee will be issued by The Bridge, if requested. For registration forms or more information, contact: Ryan Whittle at 519-999-0205 or Ryan_Whittle@hotmail.com; Karen Repko at 519-982-0423 or Krepko@mnsi.net Registration on tournament day – February 23 – is from 8 to 8:20 a.m. at Cardinal Carter Secondary School. There is a captains’ meeting at 8:30 a.m., followed by games from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The annual charity volleyball tournament to-date has raised over $32,000. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will go to The Salvation Army’s Food Bank and The Bridge Youth Resource Centre, both in Leamington. The Leamington Food Bank relies on local and weekly church food drives to keep the pantry stocked and feed over 100 families a week. This time of year is an especially challenging time for the Food Bank and donations of both food and non-perishables are greatly needed. Suggested food items are dried noodles, soups with easy-open lids, peanut butter, jam, cereal, oatmeal, juice, instant coffee, cookies and snacks. Non-food items are socks, hats, gloves, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, detergent and toilet paper. The Bridge Youth Resource Centre is a not-for-profit organization that aims to assist youth ages 14-24, offering a daily meal, drop-in programming, and programs and services including free walk-in counseling, life and coping skills, employment connections and many more. Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day of volleyball and support two great causes at the same time!

Southpoint Capitals’ Brady Walker (centre) battles for the puck with help from teammates Tony Tannous and Kegan Hatt. (Submitted Photo)

Atom Blue earns a win Hoping to ignite some fire in the first game of the playoffs, the Southpoint Capitals Atom Blue, by Windsor Factory Supply, came out light on their skates, flying from end-to-end action against the Essex Ravens Orange. Kegan Hatt made a nice pass to Kyle Bradley, who found Tony Tannous skating hard down centre ice and with a nice snap shot put the Capitals on the board. Caden Rouffoul battled hard on the boards to tip a puck up to linemate Dylan Marchand, who lifted the puck to the top right corner of the Ravens’ net. The Ravens were able to come back and score two quick goals. In the second period, both teams raced end-to-end, hustling on the boards and clearing pucks. Great offence from Capitals Charbel Tannous, Jordan Beaudoin and Liam John. Tony Tannous scored again and gave the Capitals the lead . Caps’ defencemen Brent Pimentel and Brady Walker had a consistent third along the boards, clearing pucks and holding the Capitals’ line. The Caps poured on the heat as Chase Collins scored from behind the net. Cohen Kimball made a nice pass across the blue line to Blake Epplett, whose hard wrist shot found the back of the Raven’s net. Blake Epplett was left alone at the blue line and secured the game with another nice wrister. Brayden Hutchingame was amazing between the posts and was a huge asset in the 6-2 win for the Caps.

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George Dzvirka George Dzvirka, 89 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at the Sun Parlor Home on Saturday, January 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Jean (Magri) for 59 years. Loving father of Sheryl Weldon (late George), late Martha (May 22 - May 27, 1964), Selena Nicholson (Ken Ramsey), Stacey Dzvirka (late Barry). Adored grandfather of Paige (Eric), George, Donald, Keaton, Hannah and Jordyn. Brother of the late Mary Victoria Dzvirka. Predeceased by his mother and father, Annie and George Dzvirka. Brother-in-law of Dominic Magri (late Loretta) and Anne, late Albert Magri (late Tina), late Edith Magri, late Dorothy Dombkowski (late Art). George is survived by many nieces and nephews. George was an avid golfer and loved the outdoors. He always looked forward to travelling to Myrtle Beach every November. George was very proud of his hole-inone. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate George’s life will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 11 a.m. Interment at Lakeview Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society, St. Michael’s Church Building Fund or the Sun Parlor Home would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

The Kingsville Public School Cobras were the winners of the Kingsville District High School Future Stars Tournament for its feeder schools. Members of the team include, in front: Jimmy Hildebrand (left) and Kohen Colenutt (right). Standing, left to right: Cyliss Sherman, Ty Murray, Sage Batke, Cooper Campbell, Josh Mann, Luke Lear, Matthew Mayhew and Cole Bell. In back are coaches Mark Campbell and Brent Murray. (Southpoint Sun Photos)

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Southpoint Sun - 27

Memories of... Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Yellow and white 1952 Meteor hardtop like new again.

1952 Meteor hardtop built in Windsor Born in 1941, Ed Eggengoor grew up in Downsview (now part of Toronto). In high school, he owned a black 1952 Meteor Mainline two-door sedan. He worked on the car all through the week so it would be fit to drive on weekends when he dated his future wife, Evelyn. Being in the Mainline series, Ed’s ’52 Meteor had a Ford dashboard, a Ford V8 engine with 110 horsepower, and no fancy trim on the outside. He drove that Meteor for six years until his Dad Bill Sherk made him an offer he couldn’t refuse. If Ed started saving money for a new car, Dad would match him dollar for dollar. It was amazing how the money piled up, and one day Ed was able to go to Cruikshank Motors on Weston Road in Toronto and buy a brand new turquoise and blue 1961 Meteor 2-door sedan. His ’52 Meteor was given to a family friend. Now fast forward to the spring of 2017 when a yellow and white 1952 Meteor two-door hardtop came up for sale following a frame-off restoration completed two years earlier by Jack Cockerline of North Bay. With memories of his first ’52 Meteor still fresh after all these years, Ed bought the car. And what a car! The Customline series for Meteor in 1952 featured a Mercury dashboard, a Mercury V8 engine with 120 horsepower and fancy trim inside and out. And Ed’s ’52 Meteor hardtop also has bubble skirts, an outside sun visor and continental kit. Both Ford and Meteor for 1952 had several outstanding new features, including a curved one-piece windshield and an enlarged rear window. It was also the first year for pendulumstyle brake and clutch pedals mounted on the firewall, which moved the master brake cylinder to a much more convenient location when checking the level of brake fluid. And with the brake and clutch pedals no longer going through holes in the floor, the dust coming up off the highway and into the car was greatly reduced. The Meteor was the Canadian version of the Ford beginning in 1949.

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Leamington Half Century Centre, Jan. 21: North/ South - 1st Al Morrison and Frank Duransky, 2nd Vi Major and Pauline Mikolash, 3rd Marie Ellwood and Marilyn Robbins. East/ West - 1st Henry Hildebrandt and George Hildebrandt, 2nd Mame Nicholson and Sue Duransky, 3rd Patricia Sanford and Lily Shuster. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome. Wheatley Bridge Club, Jan. 22: 1st Marie Lasi, 2nd Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Neil Phillipson. Bridge is played every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club. If you enjoy playing euchre or pepper, you’ll love playing bridge. New players are always welcome. Kingsville Bridge Club, Jan. 23: North/South - 1st Dale Smith and Vi Major, 2nd Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 3rd John McGregor and Dave Derbyshire. East/West - 1st George Hildebrandt and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Derek Parry and Ron Martin, 3rd Case Mulder and Sue Duransky. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

A Look at Leamington’s Past courtesy of C. Scott Holland

JANUARY 1983: An Old-Timers Hockey Tourney was held in Leamington. Medals were presented by Leamington mayor John Penner (second from left) to Bob Shallack of Dearborn, John Gillespie of Wheatley and Tom Dooley of Dearborn.

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Conklin & Son opened a modern auto garage on Main Street West, just west of Chestnut Street, in the fall of 1921. Of modern construction, the “sides and back walls are of concrete blocks, while the front is rock faced blocks, and ‘ring’ bricks, giving it a pretty effect.” The structure had a pitched roof, plate glass windows on the front elevation set in copper, and an 18 by 30 foot basement under the ofﬁces. After the garage was demolished, the site became the parking lot for Gordon’s Supermarkets Limited. This photograph of Conklin & Son was taken in the late 1920s.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, January 1999

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The men’s ﬂoor hockey league held in the auditorium at the Baptist Church has proven very popular with area young men and some men not so young. Standing at the back, from the left, are Shayne Janzen, Tim Durocher, Guy Macher, Dave Schmidt, Andy Marchand, Greg Dobson, Dustin Janzen, Jamie Simpson, Joe Durocher, Rick Simpson, Ted Macher, Tom Froese, Gary Marques, Nilton Marques, Andy Roach, Matt Gould, and Gary Couto. Kneeling at the front are Steven Resendes, Shawn Hippern, Trevor Ferguson and Casey Kimball.

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019

2018 Conservation Award Winners

ERCA honours award winners • The Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment Association: John R. Park Homestead Award for maintaining and promoting the historic and cultural significant of the Regiment in the community, and extra efforts this year to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War One. • Karen Batke: Volunteer Award for more than 35 years of volunteering to protect and restore Cedar, Mill and Wigle Creeks through tree planting, cleanups and invasive species removal. The award was presented posthumously. • Just Fishin’ Friends: Volunteer Organization Award for their dedication in providing learn-to-fish opportunities to residents across the region to help them learn more about native fish species and the Great Lakes. • St. Thomas of Villanova Catholic High School: Education Award for more than two decades of educating students about the environment and inspiring them to action through greening, cleanups, invasive species removals and Monarch protection.

• Tepperman’s: Environmental Achievement for its “Live for Tomorrow’ sustainability plan and significant achievements in waste reduction, energy consumption, innovative recycling solutions and a shared environmental ethic with staff, suppliers and partners. • Laura Monforton: Dennis Chase Staff Award for her dedication, conscientiousness, kindness and compassion to colleagues, customers and partners through a variety of roles at ERCA, including tree planting and restoration, events and outreach, and protecting sources of drinking water as the region’s Risk Management Official/Inspector. ERCA also reviewed the accomplishments of the past year, including forward momentum towards a regional Climate Change Strategy, restoring 143 acres of habitat, connecting nearly 10,000 kids to nature through outdoor education, releasing its five-year Watershed Report Card, and welcoming over 75,000 visitors to conservation areas and trails.

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ESSEX COUNTY – Eight organizations and individuals have been honoured with the 2018 Essex Region Conservation Awards for their efforts in making the Windsor- Essex Pelee Island region the Place for Life. “It’s always inspiring to learn more about those who have made tangible contributions to our regional environment,” said Chair Irek Kusmierczyk. “By moving forward, together, with committed organizations and individuals like those we honour tonight, we will ensure that our region remains the Place for Life.” Winners included: • Ceara Copat: Youth Award for her dedication to natural and cultural heritage interpretation and action, including tree planting, invasive species removal and engagement. • Maurice Chauvin: Conservation Farm Award for adopting a variety of conservation and Best Management Practices, over six generations of farming, to protect their greatest resource – the soil.