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LEAMINGTON – Point Pelee National park’s white-tailed deer population to Park will be closed to visitors January 9-24 grow to three to four times higher than when Parks Canada and the Caldwell First what can be sustained. Nation will be conducting a deer reduction Population reduction is reserved for activity. situations of absolute necessity and Parks Canada is responsible for maintainParks Canada has been collaborating and restoring ecological integrity in naing with the Caldwell First Nation for tional parks. High populations (hyperabuna number of years to actively manage dant) of white-tailed deer are a serious threat the deer population to protect the park’s to forest and savannah health at Point Pelee sensitive ecosystems. National Park. The deer reduction activity is part of Through over-browsing, the deer in the a larger, ongoing initiative to improve park are consuming and damaging native the health of Point Pelee National Park, plants faster than they can regenerate, threatincluding planting native Carolinian ening the health of the Carolinian Forest, species and removing invasive plants. which is home to a number of species at risk Throughout Canada, protected areas such as the Red Mulberry Tree, Red-Headed Point Pelee National Park will be closed from Thursday, Jan. 9 like Point Pelee National Park have an until Friday, Jan. 24 to reduce the deer herd inside the park. Woodpecker, and Eastern Foxsnake. important role to play in helping protect (Southpoint Sun photo) Deer are also jeopardizing efforts to restore and restore healthy, resilient ecosysthe Lake Erie Sandspit Savannah, a globally tems and contributing to the recovery rare ecosystem that supports 25% of the species at risk in the park. of species at risk. Based on over 30 years of research and monitoring, a healthy and Visitors are asked to contact Point Pelee National Park for more informabalanced environment at Point Pelee National Park would ideally sup- tion at pc.pelee.info.pc@canada.ca or 519-322-2365. For up-to-date inforport 24 to 32 deer. A series of mild winters with light snow cover and a mation on park closures, please visit the Parks Canada’s website at www. lack of natural predators, such as wolves and cougars, have allowed the pc.gc.ca/pelee
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Erie Shores HealthCare receives infrastructure money LEAMINGTON – Erie Shores HealthCare received a boost of $666,152 from the province as part of the $175 million being spent across the province through the Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund (HIRF). Rick Nicholls, MPP for Chatham-Kent-Leamington, made the announcement on Friday, Jan. 3 at
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Erie Shores HealthCare CEO Janice Dawson, left, and Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP Rick Nicholls during the announcement on Friday, Jan. 3 of the province’s Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund. (Submitted Photo)
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Dates set for 2020 horse racing season in Leamington LEAMINGTON – Lakeshore Horse Raceway, operating at the Leamington Raceway, has been approved for 13 dates in 2020 at the racetrack at Leamington Fairgrounds. All dates are Sunday matinees, except for Labour Day Monday, September 7. Sunday racing starts August 9 and runs through October 25, 2020. Post time is 1:30 p.m. In May 2019, the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association signed a twoyear contract with Ontario Horse Racing, adding $9,000 more per race day for purses. That brings the total up to $44,000 in purse money.
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LEAMINGTON – It took a couple of reminders, and more than a year, but Leamington’s Wayne King got his face-to-face time with the Premier of Ontario. King, along with other representatives from the Leamington Shoreline Association (LSA) and municipal staff travelled to Queen’s Park and sat down for a meeting with Premier Doug Ford, Minister of Natural Resources John Yakabuski and Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP Rick Nicholls on Dec. 19. “Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined how warmly we would be welcomed or how well our story would be received. King and his group were promised a half-hour meeting, but that turned into an hour-long session. King, along with LSA members Phil Heil and Dwayne Teskey, and Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld and Leamington Director of Infrastructure Services Robert Sharon, had a presentation prepared, which outlined more than 100 years of shoreline history with photos of before and after. “The pictures had a huge impact. They [Premier Ford, Yakauski] were captivated by the pictures. And the premier stated that we could have never described in 1,000 words what the actual photos showed,” said King. “They got it”. “At one time I was listening to Yakabuski and it felt like Pictured here from left to right are, Leamington’s Director of Infrastructure Services Robert Sharon, Premier Doug Ford, Leamington Shoreline Association’s Phil Heil and Dave Teskey, Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld, Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP Rick Nicholls and Ontario Minister of Natural Resources John Yakabuski. Sitting in the premier’s chair is Wayne King, head of the Leamington Shoreline Association. (Submitted Photo)
I was talking,” said King. One of the biggest immediate concerns, aside from the high water levels and shoreline deterioration and damage to houses, is a 500-foot breach at Hillman Marsh. King warns that with the threat of a “100-year flood”, more than 500 homes could be flooded. “It can happen anytime… I’m afraid lives will be lost. That’s why I’m doing this,” said the 79-year-old King, who has lived on Pulley Road for more than 50 years. A 100-year-flood is a flood event that has a 1 in 100 chance of being equalled or exceeded in any given year. The worst year King can recall was in 1973 when approximately 20 homes were lost to flood waters. The flood plain area stretches from Wheatley Harbour to Point Pelee. The Municipality of Leamington has retained Zuzek Inc. and their sub-consultants SJL Engineering Inc. and Foresight Management Consulting to complete a Floodplain Study for Southeast Leamington that accounts for the influence coastal storms and climate change. The study area includes the flood prone lands between Wheatley Harbour to the northern border of Point Pelee National Park, and the
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WHEATLEY – On January 1, Chatham-Kent Police Service responded to a call about a break and enter at a residence on Talbot Rd. W. in Wheatley. Thieves gained forced entry through a window and took various sport jerseys and alcohol from inside. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Constable Nicole Kadour at nicolek@ chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 ext. 83014. On January 2, CKPS responded to a call at a residence on Eastman Ave. in Wheatley regarding a break and enter
into a garage on the property. An unknown male forced entry into the garage and took various tools from inside, valued at approximately $380. The investigation is ongoing and there are currently no suspects. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Constable Larry Johnson at larryj@ chatham-kent.ca or 519-436-6600 ext. 87130. Anonymous callers regarding these two incidents can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.
west shore to Sturgeon Creek. A public information meeting to present an update on the project is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 2-4 p.m. (registration at 1:30 p.m.) and 6:30-8:30 p.m. (registration at 6 p.m.) at Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel and Conference Centre, 566 Bevel Line Road, Leamington. King is hopeful that the final conclusions of the Zuzek flood plain mapping project could show the next steps needed to come up with a long-term strategy. Premier Ford instructed MPP Nicholls to put the Leamington group in contact with groups such as the International Joint Commission and Great Lakes Institute, US Army Corps of Engineers. “We left with a commitment to working with MPP Rick Nicholls to determine the next steps going forward and the feeling the Province was in full support of our shoreline efforts,” stated King.
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Holiday babies are all girls The Obstetrics Department at Erie Shores HealthCare was busy on New Year’s Eve. On December 31, parents Alice and Michael DiGiovanni welcomed their second child, a baby girl they named Leila. She entered the world at 7 pounds, 13 ounces, at 9:19 a.m. New Year’s Eve Day. To ring in the New Year and new decade, parents Candis and Kyle Hyatt welcomed their first baby, a girl they named Blakelee, at 7:05 p.m. on December 31. She weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces. Another Leamington couple welcomed the first baby of 2020 in Essex County at Windsor Regional Hospital. Parents Isaak and Trudy Knelson welcomed a baby girl, Ariah, at 4:07 a.m. on January 1, weighing in at 7 pounds, 3 ounces. The couple planned to deliver at Windsor Regional Hospital due to complications during the pregnancy.
Baby Leila is pictured here with, from left to right, Dr. Olga, parents Michael and Alice DiGiovanni and OB RNs Pam Trudell and Lauren Anderson. (Submitted Photo)
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Floodplain study for Southeast Leamington: public information centre scheduled for January 15
LEAMINGTON – The Municipality of Leamington has retained Zuzek Inc. and their sub-consultants SJL Engineering Inc. and Foresight Management Consulting to complete a Floodplain Study for Southeast Leamington that accounts for the influence coastal storms and climate change. The study area includes the flood prone lands between Wheatley Harbour to the northern border of Point Pelee National Park, and the west shore to Sturgeon Creek. This investigation will study the influence of climate change on future coastal hazards due to changes in storms and ice cover and the associated challenges for the coastal communities of Leamington. Updated floodplain mapping will be generated, along with adaptation options to address the coastal hazards. The ultimate goal is to increase the resilience of the Southeast Leamington community to coastal hazards through the development of short-term and longterm solutions. As part of the process, another Public Information Centre (PIC) is scheduled. The goals of this PIC will be to provide: • an overview of the project; • an update on the technical analysis; • updated floodplain mapping (draft) that accounts for climate change; • draft economic damage calculations for various flooding scenarios; and • a breakout session to review the results and provide feedback. The public information centre is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 15 from 2-4 p.m. (registration at 1:30 p.m.) and 6:30-8:30 p.m. (registration at 6 p.m.) at Best Western Plus Leamington Hotel and Conference Centre, 566 Bevel Line Road, Leamington. Attendees are asked to register for the meeting in advance to reserve a spot. This will ensure adequate room for all attendees. Reg& DELIGHTS ister by Tuesday, Jan. 14 on the municipality’s website at www.leamington.ca/projects or by calling 519-3265761 ext. 1444.
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Murchadha House opens in Cottam By Sheila McBrayne
The first Murchadha House was completed and officially opened to the public on Friday, Dec. 20 at an official ribbon-cutting ceremony in Cottam. Murchadha House builds fully accessible, supported living houses for people with intellectual disabilities. The Murchadha House philosophy is that people with exceptional needs deserve the opportunity to live as independently as possible, with support, within the community. The first house, costing about $550,000, is a fully accessible ranch located at 138 Fox St., Cottam. “We’re very happy with everything. We’re really proud that we got it all done on time,” said Sandy Murphy, President of Murchadha House. Murchadha House became a registered non-profit charity in January 2019. Construction of the first supported living home began in June 2019. Starting January 2020, Community Living Essex County will lease and manage the house for youth, with exceptional needs, who require support in their daily living. Murphy welcomed a large group of supporters, contributors and politicians to the official ribbon cutting on Dec. 20. After a few words from local politicians, and the cutting of the ribbon, guests were invited to tour the residence. “Everyone was so generous – suppliers, contractors, the community, churches – everyone was just so generous,” Murphy said. Residents are expected to be moving in with guidance and assistance from Community Living Essex County. “We’ll for sure be looking at another project, once this one is fully running,” she said. To donate to Murchadha House, visit http://www.murchadhahouse.ca or email murchadhahouse@gmail.com.
Sandy Murphy, President, Murchadha House, welcomed guests inside the Murchadha House Cottam residence on Dec. 20 after an official opening. (Southpoint Sun Photos)
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Hindsight is always 2020 Once every 10 years, we as a society ink the final page of a proverbial book that more or less defines a generation. There aren’t many specific years that we look back upon as redefining how Western culture goes about living its lives. For the most part, we divide and categorize our past by decades. So… how are North Americans going to remember the 2010s? As of now, with the decade still very large in the rear view mirror, it seems pretty unremarkable. In my opinion, the ’00s (can I write it that way?) has simply gone down as the 20-year decade. To prove the point, let’s go back a century or so. The 1920s, a.k.a. “The Roaring 20s,” were treated to an ecoBryan Jessop nomic boom sparked largely by the mass produced automobile and the widespread availability of electricity. It produced a thriving jazz/dance scene and the ability of the globe to recover from WWI. In many places, women were finally granted the right to vote. The world started smiling again. The 1930s, a.k.a. “The Dirty 30s,” tested the world’s economic resolve with The Great Depression. The unemployment rate went through the roof after the stock market crash of 1929 and people living the good life found themselves scrambling for jobs that just didn’t exist. The world stopped smiling again. The 1940s taught us to hunker down and head off to war again. World War II pulled us out of the Depression, but didn’t do anyone’s national debt any favours. The world’s collective mind was elsewhere as Hitler quietly built his war machine and by the time the ’40s rolled around, we finally realized we were staring down the barrel of a gun being held by the most notorious madman of the century. The 1950s brought us, among other things, rock ’n’ roll. As a kid, I used to wonder what the big deal was about Elvis Presley — then I heard music from the likes of Perry Como. Thank you, Elvis; thank you very much. After the Korean War came and went, greasers and their hot rods ruled the streets while sock hops tested the durability of high school gym and community hall floors across the continent. The 1960s, of course, were about war, protests, riots and the hippie movement. Peace (or the lack thereof) was on everyone’s mind and for the first time, music got angry. The roar of massive, high compression V8 engines took over our streets as muscle cars made high-performance motoring possible directly from the showroom floor. Many overlook it, but the ’60s also brought us the sound of the distorted electric guitar — an advancement that reshaped the music industry like no other. The 1970s, a.k.a. “The Swingin’ 70s,” brought us bell bottom pants, afros, disco, the Oil Embargo and video games. It was perhaps the weirdest decade that any living person can recall. Hockey seemed to reach its peak in regards to violence and in my mind, the ’70s was the very last decade where a significant chunk of pop music was actually half-ass decent. The 1980s will always be notorious for neon shirts and bracelets, MTV and outrageous hairstyles. Fake wrestling reached its peak in popularity and the toy industry went bonkers with Teddy Ruxpin, the Care Bears, Transformers and the Rubix Cube. Reganomics divided one nation while the fall of the Iron Curtain completely reconfigured several more on the other side of the pond. The 1990s… well… sucked. Grunge alternative “music” provided millions of Generation Xers with the platform from which they declared that they were going to be completely different — as long as everybody else did the same thing. Massive SUVs reintroduced horrible gas mileage, lacklustre acceleration and lousy handling all in the same vehicle for the first time in about 20 years. Political correctness, while inspired by the best of intentions, quietly reinvigorated censorship and discouraged us from thinking for ourselves with a little help from the worldwide web. The ’00s renewed our awareness of terrorism in a big, ugly way. Paranoia dug its way deep into the minds of billions while social media offered an outlet for the most unreliable, bias-inspired news the world has ever known. Yeah, I know that sounds like a slanted viewpoint coming from a newspaper reporter, but I’d never say the same thing about radio or TV. All three of us get it wrong from time to time, but we’re all held far more accountable than the army of here today, gone tomorrow social media pages. So what of the ’10s? I suppose environmental awareness was the decade’s most central focal point. Some see it as marking the beginning of the end of life as we know it, others believe the problem is being blown completely out of proportion. Otherwise, I can’t see it as anything but a sequel to the prior decade. Maybe it’ll go down as the “Decade of the Snowflake,” where everyone was offended by everything. Maybe the ’20s will bring us the mass production of autonomous cars. Maybe seven or eight years from now the Koreas will rejoin as the Germanys did about 30 years ago. Maybe a sustainable, renewable energy source will be discovered/developed. I wouldn’t be surprised to see an outright prohibition on cigarettes (legal pot, illegal cigarettes… who’d a thunk it?). I guess we’ll have to wait and see.
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CK Municipal Budget open houses scheduled CHATHAM-KENT – The 2020 Municipality of Chatham-Kent budget process will get underway on Wednesday, Jan. 15 when the draft municipal budget will be presented to CK Council. That marks the beginning of a three-week political review process that will include several opportunities for public comment. The tabling presentation of the 2020 Budget to Chatham-Kent Council is Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. The meeting will be broadcast live on YourTV as well as live streamed on YourTV Chatham-Kent’s YouTube channel and Facebook Live feed. Time will be provided at the meeting to receive information from groups that may be requesting funding and organizations wishing to comment on the municipal budget process. There is an opportunity to schedule a deputation with Council that evening by contacting Budget and Performance Services at 519-360-1998 or by email at ckfps@ chatham-kent.ca before January 13. A community meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 4:30-6 p.m., with a brief presentation at 5 p.m., at Tilbury Arena, Ryder Hall, 49 Bond Ave., Tilbury. Meetings will also be held in Chatham, Thameville, Blenheim and Wallaceburg. Budget Committee deliberations are January 28, 29 and 30 (Feb. 4 and 5 if needed) from 6-10 p.m. in Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Chatham-Kent Civic Centre, 315 King St. W., Chatham. These meetings will be broadcast live on YourTV as well as live streamed on YourTV Chatham-Kent’s YouTube channel and Facebook Live feed. Written and verbal presentations of up to five minutes are welcome each evening. Please sign up at the door. Check the schedule posted on the 2020 budget website for updates on the timing for deputations. It is recommended that you contact ckfps@ chatham-kent.ca in advance if you have a presentation. Deputations on specific topics generating significant community interest will be scheduled and announced prior to the Budget Committee’s deliberations. If you require a specific accommodation, contact the municipality 48 hours in advance at 519-360-1998 so arrangements can be made. If you are unable to attend any of the sessions, your comments can also be made by: • Email to ckfps@chatham-kent.ca • Mail to Budget & Performance Services, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, 315 King St. W., P.O. Box 640, Chatham, ON, N7M 5K8 • Telephone to Budget & Performance Services at 519-360-1998.
Theft of beehives valued at over $6,200
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Legion to host Seniors Dinner next week WHEATLEY – With seven wins, Bonnie Evoy and John Balkwill led the 18 players who shot Fun Darts on December 27 at Wheatley Legion. Marian Hughes and Sherry DeCaluwe won five games. A three-way tie with four wins went to Velma Hope, Peter VanZetten and Jim McClellan – Julie Reid, Garry Hope and Richard Howe – Patricia Suy and Gord Crook. Michelle Balkwill and Charlie Wimperis won WHEATLEY three games followed by Tom Hughes and Tim LEGION NEWS Moore with one win. And, that pesky skunk beat BRANCH 324 Jean Crook and Larry Evoy. Sherry, Velma and Michelle were the ladies who doubled out. Jan Watson Join the Fun Darts players on Fridays. Play starts at 7:30 p.m. Sheri Whittle, June Epplett and Gerry Soulliere won twice at the Meat Draws that were run by Gerry on December 28. Julie Reid won meat and the 50/50 draw and single winners were Bob Lamb, Brenda Hyatt, Joyce Epplett, Joanne Steckly and Kim McNeely. Join us on Saturdays for your chance to win great quality meat at the draws that run from 3 to 5 p.m. every Saturday. Congratulations to all those who were the draw winners on Christmas Eve: Lioness Trip Voucher - George Imeson; Optimists 50/50 draw - Chris Dundas; Spina Bifida Quilt - Ken Johnston; Legion $1,500 draw - Donny Prevost; $5 Bill draw - Terry Stevenson; Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 draw - Darcy Hyatt; and the beautiful birdhouse handcrafted and donated by Dave Overholt - Gayle and Art Brown. The Seniors Dinner will be held next week, Thursday the 16th at noon. Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert, tea and coffee are on the menu. Please call the Branch 519-825-4161 by this Saturday the 11th if you plan to attend. The January Birthday Bash will be held on the January 11 with entertainment provided by the Mojo Wailers starting at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome – birthday or not.
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Crime Stoppers offering reward for information
WHEATLEY – On Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019 the owner of a number of beehives went to check their condition at his wintering location at a property on the 3rd Concession in Wheatley. Upon inspection, he discovered that 13 hives had been stolen. Seven of the hives were three stories tall and the remaining six were two stories tall. The value of the theft is over $6,200. Evidence collected at the scene indicates that the suspects have a working knowledge of how to move and transport hives. Crime Stoppers is seeking information that can help identify the suspects responsible for this theft and the return of the hives. Call 1-800-222-8477 with any anonymous information and you could earn a cash reward or visit www.crime-stoppers.on.ca and email your tip.
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Respiratory illness visitor restrictions at ESHC
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
Debbie Cobby
September 15, 1954 – January 4, 2017
Debbie Newcombe, Infection Control Manager at Erie Shores HealthCare, uses a hand sanitizer station. (Submitted photo)
We Miss You Our hearts still ache with sadness, and many tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain. To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again. Love Ken, Chris, Dawn, Peyton, Brooklyn, Derek, Krista & Conor
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of
RobeRt “bob” Patchett May 5, 1939 – January 2, 2019
May the winds of heaven blow softly, And whisper in your ear, How much we love and miss you, And wish that you were here. Forever in our hearts, Lavoine and Family
IN MEMORIAM In Loving Memory of Husband, Father and Grandfather
Wayne Steingart
September 12, 1953 - January 11, 2018
Thank You
from Wheatley Community Chest The Wheatley Community Chest, would once again like to thank everyone that gave their time, donations of toys, money, cloths, toiletries etc. We as a small town are truly blessed to have the kind caring generous people live right here in Wheatley. Marie DeCaluwe and Tracy Loop would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Wheatley Public School, Old Colony Christian Academy, East Meresa Public School, All of our service clubs including, Wheatley Lions and Lioness, Royal Canadian Legion, Ladies Auxiliary, Friday Night Darts, The Saturday afternoon Meat Draw participants, Wheatley Royal Bank, Rennys Smoke House, Dave & Jane Irwin, Bowman Feeds for puppy food, Johnston Net & Twine, Simmons Fishery, Ladies Breakfast Club, Hub Insurance, John O Foods for all the donated boxes, Talbot Church, The Wheatley Sharks for the collection weeks, Nancy Plumb and Leonard Omstead, Leamington Goodfellows for the huge food donation to add to our baskets and extras going to the Wheatley Food Bank, Volunteers include Tyler Clark, Gloria Sheldon, Shelby McLaughlin, Stephanie Merser, Donna Matier, Julie and Courtney Reid, Donna & Scott Makey, Pam Rougoor, Sue Cobby, Lianne Imeson and her MANY generous elves, Sherry Soulliere, Kim and Megan Merser, Tyler Loop, Tyler Lamb, Ashton Loop, Alan Beausoleil, Kim and Thomas Grubb. Delivery volunteers include Jerry Hatt, Kenny Dawson, Jason Hope, Tyler Lamb, Mitch Prudence, Wes Brouwer, Hayden Loveless, Terry Taylor, Todd Loop, Rob Willian, Alan Beausolie, Ken Koehlar & grand children, Tim Tiessen, Scott Makey, Rick Woelk, The Outdoors Club. A HUGE thank you also goes to The Wheatley United Church for their generosity giving us the space to sort and pack our baskets. If anyone was missed it was by pure accident, we appreciate all and everyone that gives their time. ~ Marie and Tracy ~
Community WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, January 8, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App THURSDAY, JANUARY 9 REFLEXOLOGY - Thurs, Jan 9, 9:00 am to 10:30 am, by appointment at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North. Reflexology with Sara. She provides gentle foot massage to relax and refresh. No Cost. Call -226-773-5830 or email admin@kingsvillecentre.com, www.kingsvillecentre.com MONDAY, JANUARY 13 DIVORCE CARE SUPPORT GROUP 13-WEEK PROGRAM. Starts Monday, January 13, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Call MeadowBrook Church, 219 Talbot Rd. E., Leamington, at 519-326-3605 for more info.
Forever missed and loved. Wendy, Wayne Jr., Kristy, Jessy, Hailey and Lincoln
LEAMINGTON – As a result of several long term care facilities in outbreak within the service area and the high volume of respiratory illness the staff is seeing, Erie Shores HealthCare has implemented Visitor Restrictions in place for the entire hospital until further notice effective Monday, Jan. 6. Respiratory viruses have started in the community, and these viruses get on staff or visitor hands during coughing or nose blowing, like influenza. ESHC is asking the public to restrict to two visitors per patient within the care of ESHC. No visitors under the age of 18. If you are visiting the hospital, you may be asked to wear a mask and gown to help prevent the spread of illness. Hand washing stations and mask stations will be set up at each elevator and at the entrance of the Emergency Department. If you suspect you are unwell, please refrain from visiting ESHC. Precaution if you have to come to ESHC: CLEAN YOUR HANDS: • Upon arrival and departure from ESHC. • Before and after leaving patient room. • Rub hand sanitizer briskly and completely over each hand until dry. • Wash your hands with soap and water if they become visibly soiled during contact with the patient you are visiting. • Stop the spread of germs that can make you and others sick! REMEMBER TO: • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. • Put your used tissue in the waste basket. • If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow, not your hands.
WEE READERS STORYTIME at Wheatley Library, Monday, January 13 at 10:00 a.m.
Free fun and interactive program for ages 0-4. Songs, stories, rhymes and more. TUESDAY, JANUARY 14 PHARMACY SERIES WITH AARON NIXON, Pharm.D. PPh., Main Street Pharmacy, Kingsville - Tuesday, January 14, 10:30 am to 11:30 am at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North. Aaron presents engaging and information filled seminars. Topic yet to be determined. No Cost. 226-7735830 or email admin@kingsvillecentre.com, www.kingsvillecentre.com WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF WINDSOR-ESSEX: MEMORY CAFE - Wed, Jan 15, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North. A memory café provides a FREE gathering place for people living with dementia, their care partners, families and friends to relax, and enjoy refreshments. No Cost. For more information contact Alzheimer’s’ Society 519-974-2220 ext. 244 or 226-773-5830 or email admin@ kingsvillecentre.com, www.kingsvillecentre. com
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 16 HOSPICE WELLNESS COFFEE HOUSE - Thurs, Jan 16, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North. Welcomes singers, poets, story tellers and musicians as they bring their talents. No Cost. 226-773-5830, admin@kingsvillecentre.com, www.kingsvillecentre.com SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 CHATHAM-KENT TOY SHOW & SALE - Sunday, January 19, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at John D. Bradley Convention Centre, 565 Richmond St., Chatham. Farm toys, trains, sports cards, trucks, construction, model ships, planes, cars, books, action figures, dolls, collectibles, coins and more. Proceeds to CK 4-H Farm Toy Club and Chatham Outreach for Hunger. Adults $5, students $2, 6 & under free. www.facebook.com/cktoyshow ONGOING FREE MATH TUTORING FOR GRADES 6-8, one to one and small group instruction by retired math specialist David Kolotylo from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. every Wednesday at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Register by calling Rev. Deborah Wilson-Safa 519-326-3111.
GRIEF SHARE PROGRAM for anyone needing support at Knox Presbyterian Church on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. WHEATLEY AREA HERITAGE SOCIETY is open to the public every Tuesday, from 1:00 p.m.- 3 :00 p.m. or by appointment - call 519-6070523. Located at 171 Erie St. N, Wheatley, 2nd floor of Wheatley and District Friendship Club. ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com FREE ADDICTION AND HARM REDUCTION SUPPORTS via the STEPS Program Leamington location: 33 Princess St., Suite 450, or call Shawn 519-997-2828 ext. 865. TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS - Thursdays, 9:30 am to 10:00 am at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North. Join instructor Greg as he teaches and explains the basic tai chi moves. No Cost. 226-773-5830, admin@kingsvillecentre.com, www.kingsvillecentre.com
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Beautifully finished unit provides the best in luxury low maintenance living. Over 3,000 square feet of finished living space on two levels featuring an open concept main floor layout including a gourmet kitchen with an extra-large island and breakfast bar furnished with quartz counters and high-end cabinetry. The master suite features a large walk in closet and luxurious ensuite bath complete with a deep soaker jacuzzi tub and custom tile shower. The lower level is equally spacious with a large family room including a second fireplace. Enjoy long summer evenings on the rear covered porch. Contact us for a personal viewing today!
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31 CEDAR DR., LEAMINGTON
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• $439,000 • Raised Ranch • 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Many upgrades
Beautiful, spacious raised ranch in desirable area of Kingsville, close to shopping, restaurants, schools, greenway. Original owner. Open concept living/dining rm w/gas fireplace, kitchen w/lrg island, granite counter tops, stainless appliances, 3 + 1 bdrms, 3 baths, lrg master w/walk-in closet & ensuite, 3-season sunroom, hardwood & ceramic flooring, fully finished lower level, family rm/ fireplace, newer roof, transferrable warranty. Central vac, I/gr sprinklers. A pleasure to show!
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2102 MERSEA RD B Country living. Your neighbours will be the farmers’ fields! Move-in condition 1 1/2 storey, 3 bedroom home sitting on a 200 ft x 66 ft lot. Call listing agent for a list of upgrades showing.
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Randall A. Critchlow, Broker of Record, F.R.I., C.R.A. • Bradley Reiter, MA, Broker
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Great custom home on a quiet street, close to schools. Ideal home for a large family with its large room sizes and super layout. Main floor family room accented with a fireplace & has a large deck facing the treed yard. Don’t wait call us to see it today.
Super lakefront property ideal for relaxing and sitting on the large deck watching the sunsets over Pigeon Bay. Delightful open concept layout, tastefully decorated & plenty of recent upgrades. Garage is insulated & heated w/water.
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EXECUTIVE RANCH
IT’S TEA TIME!
Custom brick Ranch in Kingsville. This home shows pride of ownership with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and open concept living with a new roof. Complete with vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light. Attached double garage, and full basement. In-ground heated saltwater pool with outdoor shower and brick pool house. You’ll love this house for summer 2020. Call today!
Start working for yourself! This brilliantly appointed traditionally modern tea house & restaurant can be yours. The charm, ambiance, phenomenal food, and service keep many loyal patrons visiting. Nestled among wineries, golf courses, parks, beaches and tourism galore, you will find this established and profitable business. Make the dream a reality, Call today! Building can be sold separately from the business.
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Custom built brick ranch featuring an open concept layout on a mature tree lined street. This house is ideal for a family that needs lots of space. Loaded with quality extras including a covered deck off dining area and a large pantry in the kitchen. Lower level completely finished to the same high standard. Close to Two Creeks Conservation Area and Wheatley Provincial Park. Call the listing broker to book a showing today!
Golden business opportunity located in high traffic, highly visible area next door to the Beer Store and close to many big box stores. Ideal for a family that wants to live in the spacious living quarters that have been extensively updated. Onsite parking for 5 cars, access is from Melrose. 3 bedrooms, 4 baths in total and even has a finished basement, rear fenced in deck with trees.
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48 + acres! Farm with Equestrian set up! Maintain the horse farm or bring your small business & rent the lands; excellent producing soil for hay or rotation crops. Home is wonderful. Back and front covered porches overlooking the lands. New kitchen w/ granite counters & main floor laundry, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Multiple outbuildings with flexible uses. Perfect for a farmer, horse enthusiast, landscape business or any Duplex upper unit, newly renovated w/ 2 bedrooms, form of agri-business. Home & property are a pleasure open concept kitchen, living & eating areas, street parking, no permit required. Call today! to show, come see the beauty today!
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Recently at a WECAR luncheon, Tim Mercer (Broker), left, was recognized for the “Distinguished Realtor Award” for his contribution to the industry and dedication to the community by sacrificing their business and personal time to benefit others. Tim is someone who spends endless hours and effort to better the Real Estate Industry and his community by volunteering to raise funds for association events or community organizations. In the past, Tim also served in management of Century 21 Erie Shores Realty and current management and staff would like to congratulate Tim on receiving this distinguished award! Also in the picture are Krista Gionet (Del Gatto) - CAE, CRAE, Executive Officer of WECAR & Bill Courtney - Retired Realtor.
• Kingsville Arena • I.D.A. Pharmacy • Beach House Grill • Town Square (near the clock) • Freshco • Daisy Mart, Division South • Daisy Mart, Main St. W. • Super 7, Main St. E. • King’s Convenience, Main St. W.
WHEATLEY • HUB International • Horticultural Society Booth • Circle K (Mac’s Milk)
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194 Talbot St. E.Unit 5, Leamington
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$134,900
Vacant lot for sale in premier development, serviced with sewers & ready for building
LOT 3 KLONDYKE, CHATHAM-KENT $9.00/SQFT/ YEAR
For Lease: brand new 18,000 sq ft, well-insulated warehouse, zoned M1
1593 COUNTY RD. 34, KINGSVILLE $599,900
$999,000
One in a million: 3 beds, 2.5 baths on 48-acres (cash crop, fruit trees, wetlands + bush)
10875 CONC. 10, ESSEX $599,900
Beautiful 1,700 sqft lakehouse with 3+1 beds & 2 baths on ~3-acres with 278’ frontage
4206 TALBOT TRAIL, CHATHAM-KENT
$2,150/ MONTH
For Lease: 2 beds & 2 baths condo with private balcony + parking at Lakeside Park Place
205-6 PARK, KINGSVILLE $189,900
Lakefront property with 3 beds & 3 baths requiring some TLC & a breakwall
238 COTTERIE PARK, WHEATLEY
Beautiful 4.5-acre homestead with 2 homes; main house has 4 beds & 2 baths + pool
13,000 sq ft, zoned C1 available to lease or buy ($949,900), ability to subdivide
59 TRACEY, ESSEX STARTING AT
$1,189,900 $134,900
Picturesque 55-acre horse farm with 3 beds, 2 baths & cash crop potential
1014 4TH CONC, CHATHAM-KENT
To be built: 1-floor living in this affordable 1,100 sq ft semi with 2 beds & 1 bath
1021 A OAK, KINGSVILLE
$519,900
Move-in ready ranch with 3 beds, 2 baths & heated saltwater pool in Golfside Village
Completely renovated & fully furnished lakefront home with 3 beds & 2.5 baths
Brand new 2 storey home with 4 beds, 3 baths, concrete drive + sod & sprinkler system
127 GOLFVIEW, KINGSVILLE $499,900
For Lease: ~3,200 sq ft of office/retail/ commercial space, zoned C1 in high traffic location
Updated mobile with 2 beds & 1 bath on quiet dead-end street in Viscount Estates
$359,900
20826 CEMETERY, WHEATLEY
For Lease: 2 beds & 2 baths condo with private balcony + parking at Lakeside Park Place
Lovely 2 beds, 3 bath, lakefront home + vacant lot (148.99’ protected frontage total)
692 & 696 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON
94 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON $119,900
852 HIAWATHA, WHEATLEY
$479,900
207 - 6 PARK, KINGSVILLE $1,975/ MONTH
Investment opportunity: 149’ of lakefront with 3-bed & 2-bath home (to be moved)
44 CONSERVATION, KINGSVILLE
38 ERIE ST. N, LEAMINGTON $2,150/ MONTH
$249,900
$519,900 $349,900
984 RD. 6 E, KINGSVILLE $7.00/SQFT/ YEAR
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STARTING @ $134,900
Vacant lots for $699,900 sale in final stage of premier development featuring upscale homes
KLONDYKE LOTS, CHATHAM-KENT $949,900
13,000 sq ft, zoned C1 available to buy or lease ($7.00/sqft/ year), ability to subdivide
38 ERIE ST. N, LEAMINGTON
Custom-built 2,500 sq ft 3 beds, 2.5 baths home on 2.5-acre lot (upon approved severance)
10875 CONC. 10, ESSEX $1,300,000
Luxury & elegance meets modern functionality in this stunning 4 bed & 3.5 bath home
30 EMILY, KINGSVILLE
$2,250/ MONTH
For Lease: 2 beds & 2 baths condo with private balcony + parking at Lakeside Park Place
305 - 6 PARK, KINGSVILLE $369,900
Lovingly kept townhome, fully finished, 2+1 beds & 3 baths in quiet neighbourhood
48 QUEENS HILL, LEAMINGTON
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Realty House S U N PA R L O U R I N C . B R O K E R A G E Independently Owned & Operated
55 ERIE ST. NORTH, LEAMINGTON
322-2233
519
LOUIE SAAD P.Eng. Broker/Owner
519-919-7223
BECKY SAAD
CONRAD BABKIRK
519-919-7223
519-818-4435
Sales Representative
Sales Representative/Owner
ED REGEHR
GARRY CRANSTON
519-322-8643
519-818-4393
Sales Representative
LISA FOULON
SHARON O’BEID
BILL BAIRD B. Comm
TWYLA CARDER
519-818-4432
519-817-4348
519-965-3167
519-564-6515
519-257-0207
Sales Representative
Sales Representative
103 ELLIOTT, LEAMINGTON
Broker
Sales Representative
38 ST. JOSEPH, LEAMINGTON
D D L L SO SO
• 3-4 bedrooms & 2 full baths make this home perfect for a large family • 2 kitchens and grade entrance to fenced rear yard, 1-car attached garage • Inviting, warm & comfortable, and ready for new owners
CALL GARRY @ 519-818-4393
98 TALBOT ST. W., LEAMINGTON
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• Totally upgraded professional building with high profile tenant • New interior, lighting, fibre-optics, kitchen, board rms, IT rm & roof • On-site parking for 24 cars plus additional street parking
CALL LOUIE or BECKY @ 519-919-7223
V/L COUNTY RD 18, LEAMINGTON
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Although no major events will come to fruition, this is an excellent week for you to simply sit back and breathe a little. Things will get busy in the weeks to come, however.
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Atom Stars win gold at the Windsor Wild Winter tourney The Southpoint Atom Stars started off the New Year playing in the Windsor Wild Winter Hockey Tournament this past weekend. The Stars kicked off the tournament Friday afternoon, Jan. 3, playing the St Clair Shore Saints. In the first period, the Saints scored with 45 seconds left; however, the Stars’ Alexa Thiele retaliated to tie the game up. Thiele scored again in the second to give the Stars a 2-1 lead. The third period was a constant battle back and forth with the Saints scoring four goals and the Stars scoring three goals by Ava Carriero, Jordyn Lefaive and Grace Bedard. The game ended in a 5-5 tie. The Stars then faced off against another Michigan team, Little Caesars. The Stars fought hard to walk away with a 3-1 victory with two goals from Ava Carriero and one from Jordyn Lafaive. Saturday morning, Jan. 4, the Stars faced off against the LaSalle Sabrecats. LaSalle found the Stars’ net in the first, second and third period with the Stars’ Ava Carriero only finding the net once, which gave LaSalle a 3-1 victory. Later Saturday evening, Taylor Lefaive represented the Stars in the Skills Competition. Lefaive was able to capture first place in two out of the four categories: fastest skater and most accurate shot. In semi-final action, the Stars battled the Windsor Wildcats early Sunday morning, Jan. 5. Within the first minute of play, Taylor Lefaive popped it into the net to give the Stars
Taylor Lefaive of the Southpoint Atom Stars captured first place in two categories out of four categories – fastest skater and most accurate shot – in the Skills Competition at the Windsor Wild Winter tournament. (Submitted Photos)
The Southpoint Atom Stars defeated the LaSalle Sabrecats to win the Windsor Wild Winter Hockey Tournament. Pictured in no particular order are team members Ava Carriero, Natalie Edwards, Selina Gualtieri, Payton Insley, Alaska Lalonde, Jordyn Lefaive, Taylor Lefaive, Ada McKeen, Vianca Steel, Chloe Taylor, Alexa Thiele, Payton Walker, Grace Bedard, Zoey Williams and Cassandra Derksen, along with the coaching staff of Chris Taylor, Karen Burgess, Amberly Lefaive, Whit Thiele and Page Derbyshire.
the lead. Stars Selina Gualtieri, Alaska Lalonde, Ada McKeen, Vianca Steel and Zoey Williams put constant pressure on the Wildcats defence and in the second period Ava Carriero and Jordyn Lefaive put the puck in the net to give the Stars a 3-0 lead. The Stars pushed on throughout the third period to get two more goals from Carriero and Thiele, giving them a 5-0 victory as they advanced to the championship game. In the championship game, it was a rematch from Saturday morning against the LaSalle Sabrecats. Chloe Taylor was between the pipes and anxious to not let anything get by her. With two minutes left in the second period, Grace Bedard was able to get in front of the Sabrecat’s defence to pop it in the net to take the lead 1-0. For the remainder of the game, the Star’s defence of Taylor Lefaive, Payton Walker, Natalie Edwards, Payton Insley and Cassandra Derksen worked hard to keep LaSalle out of their zone. In the end, the Stars took home the gold medal with a 1-0 victory. All the Stars worked exceptionally hard over the entire weekend and it was a well deserved victory.
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Atom Minors tie, win After a well deserved holiday break, the Southpoint Point Pelee Karting Minor Atom Capitals got back to work, hitting the ice for a pair of road games this past weekend. On Saturday, Jan. 4, the Capitals travelled to Chatham to face off against the Cobras. Southpoint came out flying and got the puck deep right off the opening faceoff but one minute in, on a fluky play, Chatham squirted one in to take the lead. This didn’t deter the Caps, as they continued to dominate the play and produce numerous scoring chances. Two minutes into the middle frame, the Caps were rewarded for their hard work. Jonathan Recker grabbed the puck at the blue line and pounded his way towards the net. His initial shot was stopped, but Zack Bradley banged in the loose puck to even the score. Despite being penalized for some questionable calls from the officials, the Caps continued their hard play. With two minutes remaining in the second, AJ Youssef, from behind the net, dumped the puck back to Recker at the top of the circle and he ripped his shot past a screened goalie to take the lead. Twenty-two seconds later, off a hard Southpoint forecheck, Brayden Foster found the puck in the slot and wired his shot up and over the goalie’s shoulder to increase the lead. Southpoint found itself killing penalties in the third, but still found a way to control the better part of the play. Finally, with four to go, the Capitals turned over the puck at their blue line, sending in a Cobra player alone to score. Unfortunately, the officials refused to call a penalty on the home team but found it within themselves to award one to Southpoint with 1:09 remaining. With their goalie pulled and on a 6-on-4 advantage, the Cobras were able to slip in the tying goal during a goalmouth scramble with :12 to go in the game. The result was a very frustrating tie for a Southpoint team that definitely deserved better. On Sunday, Jan. 5, Southpoint hit the road again, facing off with the Belle River Jr. Canadiens. The Caps were able to generate most of the scoring opportunities in this affair as well. With three to go in the first, Sloan Smith kept the puck in at the line to Tyler Thomas, who slid a nice pass across to Kayden Cook who rifled his shot in over the glove to take the lead. The Caps continued their strong play throughout, as this tilt turned a little chippy. While on a power play midway through the final frame, Jonathan Recker passed up to Ben Liebrock who sidestepped the D and backhanded his shot over the blocker to double the lead. Finally, with 1:22 to go and the Canadiens goalie pulled for an extra skater, Tyler Thomas chipped the puck out over SERVICING ALL MAKES & MODELS his blue line to Cook who SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION flipped it into the open cage, cementing a hard fought 3-0 BERNIE CORMIER victory. 519.839.6102 Karly Franklin earned her Cell 226.280.2493 win and shutout by making countycoolingandheating@gmail.com numerous saves throughout.
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ABOVE - Nicholas Beneteau of the Flyers squeezes himself and the puck between the boards and Sarnia’s Ben Schoch behind the Legionnaires’ net during the opening period of a Sunday, Dec. 22 match at Highbury Canco Arena. The Flyers trailed 1-0 after 20 minutes of play, but stormed back in the second to take control en route to a 5-2 victory over the Legionnaires. RIGHT - Western Conference convenor Bill Cumming presents the Defenseman of the Month for November, 2019 Award to Flyers’ captain Kade McKibbin prior to a Sunday, Dec. 22 game. (Southpoint Sun Photos)
Flyers finish 2019 on winning note By Bryan Jessop
The Sarnia Legionnaires struck first but the Leamington Flyers struck often to finish December with a loss, tie and a win. The Flyers’ two-game winless streak came to an end Sunday, Dec. 22 during Domino’s Pizza Day at Highbury Canco against the Sarnia Legionnaires. The home team’s offense took some time to warm up, but eventually started cashing in on its chances en route to a 5-2 win in front of more than 1,000 spectators. Leamington pieced together some scoring chances during the midway mark of the first period, but had trouble keeping the puck within Sarnia’s blueline soon afterward. A Ben Schoch wrist shot from the point was redirected on its way to the Flyers net by Jon Sanderson to produce the afternoon’s first and only goal of the opening 20 minutes. The Flyers found their scoring touch in the second stanza, starting with a Liam Hall shot that solved Justin Vertesi less than three minutes after the period started. Assists were registered by Gabriel Piccolo and Josh King. Less than two minutes later, Leamington resident Rory DiNiro put the hosts ahead after being set up by Joshua Maine and Griffin Robinson. Nicholas Beneteau potted Leamington’s
only power play goal 51 second after the contest’s midway mark with assists earned by Thomas Michaud and Adam Jeffery. Wyatt O’Neil brought a 4-1 lead into the second intermission after receiving helpers from Jaydon Fetter and Maddux Rychel. Nolan DeGurse beat Matthew Waite for the Legionnaires’ only power play goal of the match with less than five minutes remaining. Robinson completed the scoring just over three minutes later on passes by Maine and DiNiro. Leamington outshot Sarnia handily — 47-19 — while going one for two on the man advantage compared the the visitors’ one for six. The game was preceded by the award presentation of Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month honours for November, given to the Flyers’ Kade McKibbin by conference convenor Bill Cumming. For the Flyers, the New Year started Sunday, Jan. 5 with a road game against rival LaSalle. Leamington won against the Vipers in a 3-2 overtime decision. Flyer goals were scored by O’Neil with tying and go-ahead goals in LEAMINGTON the first and second period and Jeffery with the winner 27 seconds into overtime. Leamington outshot the hosts 35-19 in another win for Waite while going zero for two on the power play. The Vipers were zero for three. The game was the first as a Flyer for forward Nick 7:00 and 9:30 pm sessions 7:00 pm session Smith, picked up from the NOJHL’s Sault Ste. Marie Thunderbirds. In his 180 1:00 and 3:30 pm sessions 7:00 and 9:30 pm sessions games with the Thunderbirds over four seasons, 1:00 and 3:30 pm sessions Smith tallied 91 goals and 110 assists for 201 points. 14 Mill Street East Leamington’s next home Leamington game will take place Thursday, Jan. 9 with a 7:10 p.m. 519-322-2251 start against the Chatham Proceeds go toward ice time, equipment and other player related expenses Maroons.
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Atom Grey defeats Essex
Peewee Minor A finalists at Vic Teal Tournament
Southpoint Community Trophy Atom Grey took on Essex Yellow prior to the holidays. Grey was off their game, although they managed to keep Essex off the scoreboard in the first; however, they were unable to capitalize on their own chances. Early in the second, Grey’s Connor Rumble-Anastacio skated the length of the ice and fired the puck home. Landon Carlini and Nic Magri picked up assists. In the third period, Connor again went the length of the ice and placed a beautiful shot in the top right corner. Essex responded to make it 2-1. Following this, Connor went for another skate. The Essex goalie made a stop on the shot, but Connor picked up the rebound, skated around the net and deposited the puck in the back of the net. Sean Amaral finished off the scoring for Trophy. Brady Walker cleared the puck out of his end to Sean. Sean skated in and shot the puck from a sharp angle. It went under the goalie, just catching the inside corner of the net. Kaeden McCormick and Brady picked up assists. The game ended at 4-1 in Trophy’s favour. Ty Gould was outstanding in the Southpoint net, deflecting numerous shots to the corner or covering the puck in front of his net. Connor earned his second hat trick of the season.
The Southpoint Minor Peewee A team traveled to St. Catharines to play in the annual Vic Teal Tournament over the Christmas holidays. In the first game, they were up against Lorne Park from Mississauga. The first goal came midway through the first period off a Carson Koehler cross-ice pass to Easton McMurren, sending him alone on a breakaway, firing it past the goalie. The Wild tied the game late in the first. In the second, the Caps scored on a nice D2D pass in the defensive zone. Caiden Fuller sent a nice breakaway pass up the ice to Daniel Kerekes. He and McMurren went in alone on a 2-on-0 and Kerekes made a nice feed to McMurren who tucked it into the back of the net making it a 2-1 score. The Caps extended their lead early in the third when Kerekes fed McMurren from behind the net for a one-timer in the slot, picking up the hat trick. Logan Lefaive made it 4-1 Carson Stadler of the Southpoint Capitals Peewee LL Blue on a nice wrap-around tuck. gets ready to make a pass to one of his teammates in a game The Wild scored one late, but the Caps held on for the 4-2 over the holidays versus the Amherstburg Stars. (Submitted Photo) win. Andrew Demant got the win in goal. Game 2 saw the Caps up against the host team from St. Catharines. The boys got out to a quick three-goal lead in the first five minutes of the game and held on for the 3-0 win. Cooper Halvorsen scored the first on a breakaway. Forty-eight Golden Years golfers managed a respectable Caiden Fuller sniped the second on a point shot and Kerekes 71 aces on the final day of play before breaking for the holigot the third off a nice feed from Halvorsen. Sam Guenther days. picked up the shutout. Mary Binder, Tom Sasso and Bill Ward led the field with Game 3 was against Niagara Falls and the boys came out four aces each. Apologies to John Vlodarchyk for missing his three-ace performance a week prior. flat and bowed out with a 2-0 loss. Top nine-hole scores, all at 17, belonged to Bill Ward, With the loss earlier in the day, the boys were up against Barry Sweet, Randy Nash, Ron Fick and Gary Honey (2). the same Niagara Team in the semi-finals. They came out Bill Ward also achieved 35 over 18 holes and 73 over 36 hammering the Niagara team with a relentless forecheck holes. and aggressive style that was not seen earlier in the day. In first place with 230 was Team Queens (Ron Fick, Gary The Caps jumped out to a 1-0 lead late in the first when Honey, Bill Taylor). Second place with 237 went to Team Remi Bacon’s hard work in the corner saw him come loose 16 (Julia Kos, Bob Springand sweep a nice wrap around into the net. thorpe, Tom Sasso). Third Niagara would tie it up with about three minute to go in place was an unusual threethe second, but the Caps bounced back when Halvorsen way tie with 243 between picked up a loose puck near the blue line and skated cross Team 2 (Barry Sweet, Arwould like to acknowledge and thank the following ice into the low right circle. Pulling the keeper coming mand Decaluwe, Bill Ward), for their support received in the 2019 Christmas Basket Campaign across the crease, he fired the puck inside the far post to Team 8 (Laurie Hylton Pete give the Caps a 2-1 lead. Daudlin, Brian Johnson) Hicks, MacPherson, Iatonna, Patricia Simpson Westmoreland Sales/ Stephen & Susan O’Hara Driedger LLP TopLine Farms Langeman Manufacturing Jill Harris Niagara tied it up early in the third. However, it was the and Team 10 (Barb Fick, (Owners -use of warehouse) Glen & Marilyn Scase Donald & Ruth Riley Sun County Panthers continuous grit and drive that Niagara could not withstand Gerrit Vriesen, Murray Cas(Jake Wieler/Sadwan Ramo, Bowman Feed & Supply Pee Wee Major Hockey Team Lionel & Elsie Aasen cadden). and the Caps took control the remainder of the game. They assistance at warehouse) Joe & Marla Reis (players and parents who assisted at Albert & Patricia Chambers Golf continues every Plant Products Inc. were rewarded with just over four minutes to go when MaWilliam & Margaret Snow Jennifer Symanski warehouse on delivery day). (Chris Stickles, Kevin Wass, Henry & Elizabeth Hildebrandt Marriette Grio Leamington Flyers son Dault fed Ethen Barnewall a nice pass on a 2-on-1. Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Mark Janzen) Betty & David Hamm Mary Peters Colasanti’s. (former executive Harold Konrad. Barnewall put a little deke L.D.S.S. Special thank you to Talbot Trail Ltd. Players - Cameron Blanton, Nicholas Mary Jane Barnet on the goalie and stuck it the Student Council for organizing Udo Renner Insurance & Pete Heinrichs Beneteau, Liam Hall, Anthony student participation in the can drive, Chambers, Joey Johnson - who Investment Services Inc. Community Muffler into the top of the net. and to teacher, Dan Braun, who assisted at warehouse on delivery Erie Shores Golf Ladies U.E. Enclosures Two minutes later, the supported them, and to students day). Thomas J. Dick Farms Inc. Gabriele Carpet Centre and teacher supporters for packing Caps capitalized on anJohn Armstrong Domino Pizza All prior volunteers who baskets. assisted again in 2019 Robert & Elizabeth Lee Myer’s Truck & Trailer Repair Ltd. other hard effort play when U.M.E.I. Thank you to students Kathy Faubert All new volunteers in 2019 Mary & Howard Gabert Kerekes, on a solo effort, and teacher supporters for packing George Hildebrandt Proactive Health and Fitness All prior delivery persons baskets. dumped the puck deep, beat Jamie DiNiro who assisted again in 2019 Gerald Land Alex Walling For organizing the all players to the puck beArthur & Betty Zittlau Jenn Gow All new delivery persons intake portion of the programme Charles & Carol Ives Jim Slater hind the goal line, came out and to her assistants Pat Chambers, in 2019 Ronald & Lila MacVicar L’il Hills Brenda Fazekas, and Vickie front and stuck the puck into All locations that allowed our Barbara Mills Lora Willms Haley . cash boxes. the net, sealing the Caps’ Eleanor & Barbara Mills Agris Jessie Brouwer For organizing Harold & Helen Rempel Doug Mills 4-2 victory. Demant got the Marlene Wilkins the delivery routes. OTIS ALEXIA Orora Wes Fuerth win between the pipes. 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Sharks sink Admirals By Bryan Jessop
The Wheatley Omstead Sharks have completed their home ice schedule for the month, year and decade on a high note. Despite giving up two one-goal leads in a Saturday, Dec. 21 match against the Amherstburg Admirals, the Sharks were able to bounce back and put a cap on 2019 with a 3-2 overtime victory. The win put the Sharks one win below a .500 record and expanded the points gap to six between themselves and the Dresden Kings in the race for fifth place. Lucas Poisson allowed the Sharks to draw first blood less than five minutes into the “It was a match, taking an Alixe Saliba great team pass and using an Admirals’ defenseman as a screen, effort for sure.” fired a quick wrist shot from — Josh the slot past Aidan Pitre. Carnevale Wheatley held onto the lead for more than 14-and-a-half minutes before Christian McBride bat Kyle Metson with a wrist shot into the top left corner of the goal. The back and forth pace of the game continued for another 40 minutes, where the teams exchanged goals once again. A scoreless second period was followed by a Kristian Pelling power play marker, assisted by Jordan Paquette and Shannon Olson 6:17 into the third. Another six minutes later, Amherstburg again knotted the score, this time courtesy of Broden Meloche. Wheatley started to take control of the game’s pace in the fourth frame, where it outshot the Admrials 4-1. Drew Denomey did the honours of potting the game winner, assisted by Poisson. The Sharks outshot their guests 37-35 and went one for three on the power play while the Admirals were held to zero for three. Wheatley scrambled to fill positions on the roster for the December 21 contest, as suspensions from the December 18 line brawl against Essex included defenseman Ryan Wall for one game and two apiece for goaltender Jackson Ford, forward Dan McClary and defenseman Brett Thomas.
The Southpoint Minor Hockey Association’s Breakaway Mite program introduced a brief blue line to blue line match between the Oilers and Canucks during the first intermission of a Wheatley Omstead Sharks game. Jace Leach of the Sharks prepares to flip a loose puck back into Admirals territory as Amherstburg’s Kolton Couvillon turns in an attempt to stop him during the first period of a Wednesday, Dec. 21 PJHL match at Wheatley Area Arena. The Sharks gave up two one-goal leads, but won 3-2 in overtime. (Southpoint Sun Photos)
“The guys played well again,” noted Sharks head coach Josh Carnevale. “Mets(on) played a good game in net, so we had some timely saves as well as timely goals when we needed them. It was a great team effort fore sure.” Neither Patrick Godin nor Josh Talerico played against their former team during the Saturday match, but both have reported in for Wheatley’s roster. Godin continues to nurse an injury he sustained prior to the trade while Talerico suited up for the first time as a Shark for a Sunday, Dec. 29 game in Blenheim — Wheatley’s last contest of the decade. With a goal by Dawson Iles, the Sharks settled on a 1-1
Atom Grey wins two The Southpoint Community Trophy Atom Grey team had a busy start to the New Year with two games last week. The first game saw them take on Essex Teal. Trophy’s Reid Charles opened the scoring by firing the puck under the Essex goalie. He was set up by a nice pass from Sean Amaral. Although there were chances, no other scoring occurred in the first period. Early in the second, Southpoint’s Connor RumbleAnastacio stole the puck at centre ice, skated in towards the Essex net and fired high into the top right corner. Essex scored next, closing the gap and making it a 2-1 game. This was followed by a Connor end-to-end skate, culminating in his second goal of the night. Thirty seconds later, Sean scored and assists went to Kaeden McCormick and Reid. Southpoint was up 4-1 going into the third. Landon Carlini added to the score when he slipped the puck into the Essex net. Kaiden and Brady Walker earned a point for their assist record. Connor then scored his third of the night and an assist went to Chace Collins. Gavin Butiniello finished up the Southpoint scoring and Essex scored one last time. The game ended 7-2 in Southpoint’s favour. Trophy’s second game was against Harrow White. It was a wild game with lots of scoring. Things did not start out well for Southpoint with Harrow scoring in the first 10 seconds. They scored again midway through the period. It wasn’t until the 3:30 mark that things began to go Southpoint’s way. Connor rushed down the ice to put in his first goal. In the last minute of the first period, Nicolas Magri scored twice. Assists went to Chace, Gavin and Kaeden. Early in the second, Harrow tied things up at 3-3 and Southpoint then responded with three goals. Kyle Bradley scored, and then Nicolas scored his third of the game on a nice feed from London Hildebrand. This was followed by Connor scoring his second. Harrow scored in the dying seconds of the period. Southpoint had a two-goal lead going into the third period and they put two more on the board. Brady Walker took a shot from the point that was deflected in and Connor scored his third. Harrow scored once more and the final score was 8-5 for Southpoint. This was the final game of the regular season. The playoffs begin in a week with Southpoint Grey in Tier 1.
The Lioness Club of Wheatley would like to thank all those who participated in our Raffle draw for an $1800 travel voucher. Thanks to the merchants who allowed us to sell tickets at their place of business as well as those who purchased tickets for our draw. Thanks to the Wheatley Legion for allowing us to sell tickets and hold our draw at their Christmas Eve festivities. This allows us to contribute to many projects in our community including bursaries, sports sponsorships, Grade 8 grad dinner, food bank. This year’s winner of our raffle was George Imeson of Wheatley.
draw. Shots were an even 29 each as Wheatley went zero for one on the man advantage while the Blades were held to zero for three. Their first game of 2020 also brought them to Blenheim, where the Sharks lost 3-2 in their third consecutive overtime match. Wheatley goals from the Sunday, Jan. 5 match were provided by Poisson and Saliba for a 2-0 lead after 40 minutes. The Sharks outshot the hosts 42-28 as they went one for five on the power play. Blenheim was one for four. The Sharks’ next home game will take place Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 7:30 p.m. against the Mooretown Flags.
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Barbara Parkes Barbara Edna Parkes (nee Myers), 75 years, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019 at Windsor Regional Hospital - Metropolitan Campus. Loving wife of the late Robert Parkes (2012). Dear mother to Jeffrey Belanger, Jason Belanger, step-mother to Shannon Doyle (Scott) and Gavin Parkes (Lee-Ann). Stepgrandmother to Amber, Shelby, Serena, Taylor, Shelby, Ryan, Kayleigh, and step-great-grandmother to Octavia and Finnley. Sister to Geraldine Pooke (Leslie) and the late Kathleen Donovan (2013) (Terry). Barbara will also be dearly missed by her niece Jennifer Donovan. Beloved daughter of the late Anthony Myers and Ellen Myers. In keeping with Barbara’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will take place at a later date. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Friends may send condolences or make a memorial donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Jean Muller Jean Marion Muller (Irwin), 97 years, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at Franklin Gardens Long Term Care. Beloved wife of the late John Muller (1987). Dear mother of the late James William Muller (1974), the late Kenneth John Muller (2008) and Patricia Ann Reid (Bob). Loving Grandma of Douglas Gould (Alysa), Lindsay Muller, Alicia Gould, and Great-Grandma of Zachary, Hunter, Bryson and Kasen. Predeceased by her parents George and Alwilda Irwin. Dear sister of the late Cecil Irwin (late Lois), late Inez Haggins, late Helen Edwards (late George), the late Bob Irwin (Barb), and sister-in-law of the late Betty Schiefer (late Tony). Survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631) on Sunday, January 5, 2020. A private family service has taken place. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Alzheimer Society. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Dorothy Brown Dorothy Brown (nee Upcott), 87 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Erie Shores HealthCare. Beloved wife of the late John Brown (2004). Loving mother of Catherine Dewhurst (Tom) and Richard Brown (Dani). Cherished grandmother of Jennifer Dewhurst (Derek Lauder) and Andrea Dewhurst. Greatgrandmother of Nolan Roy, Evan Roy, Haydan Roy, Kori Lauder and Mya Lauder. Daughter of the late Elmer and Genieva Upcott. Dear sister of late Emerson Upcott, late Phyllis Johnston, Donna Upcott and John Upcott. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews and friends. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Sun Parlor Home and Erie Shores HealthCare for their care and compassion. A private family celebration of Dorothy’s life took place at Graceland Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made to the Olinda Unitarian Universalist Church or Erie Shores Health Foundation would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Hubert (Bert) Overholt Hubert (Bert) George Overholt: It is with sadness that I announce his passing in his 97th year on Sunday, December 29, 2019. Predeceased by his wife of 72 years, Vivian (2018), survived by his only child, Diana Overholt. Preceded in death by brothers William E. (Billie) (1939), Robert Charles (Bob) (2008) and Richard Lee (Dick) (2012). Special uncle to several nieces and nephews and their families. As a WWII veteran, he was an active and life member of RCL #324, Wheatley, as well as being a longtime and active member of many Masonic Lodges starting with Xenophon Lodge #448. Thanks to the staff of the Meadows of Wheatley for their kindness and care. Visitation was held at Kendrick Funeral Home of Wheatley, 17 Little Street South, on Thursday, January 2, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a Masonic and Legion service at 7:00 p.m., and continue on Friday at 11:00 a.m. until a celebration of Bert’s life at 12:00 p.m. Interment at Erie Cemetery, Wheatley. Donations in Bert’s memory may be made by cheque payable to S.R.C.F Learning Centre for Windsor (Dyslexic Children). Memories may be shared at www.kendrickfuneralhome.com
Vincenza Coppola Vincenza Coppola, 90 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington on Thursday, December 26, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Girolamo Coppola (2009). Loving mother of Andy (Peggy), Bill (Lucy), Frank (Mary), Paul (Delia), Mary Kir (Marty). Cherished Nonna of Jamie (Shanda), Cecily (Ryan), Austin, Mia, Marcello (Amanda), Luca, Shayla, Garret, Calyn and Jeron. Proud Bisnonna of Hawke. Dear sister of Tony Graziano (Pauline), Frank Graziano (Anna), Joe Graziano (Nina). Predeceased by siblings Teresio Graziano (late Maria), Antonietta Coppola (late Cristofaro), Paolo Graziano. Vincenza will always be remembered and never forgotten by her loving brothers and sisters-in-law and her many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-3262631). Mass of the Resurrection was held on Monday, December 30, 2019 at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott St., Leamington. Entombment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery followed. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Erie Shores Hospice or Diabetes Canada would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Donald Dunn Donald Joseph Dunn, born May 25, 1947, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019 in Leamington. Missed by his twin brother Glen Dunn and his wife Barb, and sisters Pat and Rose. Predeceased by brothers Mervin, Earl, Lorne, Allan and John. Don will also be missed by his coffee buddies at Tim Hortons. Memorial visitation and prayer service was held Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Anderson Funeral Home, Windsor, followed by cremation. Glen and Barb would like to thank the Lord for the seven years they had with Don living next door to them. It was truly a blessing to have that time with him.
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Arnold Seili Arnold William Seili, 92 years, passed away peacefully at Erie Shores HealthCare on December 30, 2019. Late of Wheatley. Dearly beloved husband of the late Doreen (2005) for 52 years. Loving father of Debbie, Bonnie (Brian), Doug, Barb (Grant), Carol (Dave). Cherished Grandpa of Derek (Jenna), Kim (Greg), Gerry, Pam, Angie (Rich), Kelsey, and greatgrandfather of eight greatgrandchildren. Predeceased by his siblings Vera (Wes) Botham, Irene Lipsit, Lawrence (Peggy) Seili, Marion (Innes) Dibbley, and in-laws Marnie (Harvey) Selwood, Helen (Murray) Reid, Dorothy (Norm) Omstead. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Arnold and Doreen loved to square dance. Arnold was an accomplished woodworker and craftsman. He especially took pride in sharing his talents with his family following his retirement from H.J. Heinz after 37 years. He enjoyed Friday night darts at the Wheatley Legion and always took the opportunity to give a pool lesson in his family home. Arnold was always whistling, had a smile and encouraged others to smile as well. A special thank you to the staff of Meadows Manor for their care, compassion and friendship. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday, January 3, 2020 from 6-9 p.m. Funeral Service to celebrate Arnold’s life was held from the funeral home on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. Interment Erie Memorial Gardens Cemetery. If desired, memorial donations made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Columnist looking for reader input As I look back on the past issues of Let’s Wine Together, I am grateful for the input and feedback I have received from you, my loyal readers. It is in that light that LET’S WINE I turn to you again and ask TOGETHER you for a new type of input. Carmen Danner The next series of articles will feature interviews with the owners and winemakers, brewers and distillers from local wineries, breweries and distilleries. I ask that you email me at carmen.s.danner@ gmail.com to provide me with questions or ideas that I may use during interviews. What do you want to know about them, their establishment, and their wines/beer/spirits? Help me to keep this column relevant to you. Thank you in advance.
Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers 2019 annual report CHATHAM-KENT – Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers has enjoyed a very successful and productive 2019. Through the combined efforts of tipsters, the media, police agencies and the hard work of board members, many incidents were successfully investigated and solved.
2019 Statistics Calls Received: 949 Arrests: 117 Charges Laid: 174 Cases Cleared: 134 Property Recovered: $21,350 Drugs Seized: $2,726,890 Total Drugs and Property: $2,821,175
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The following are the winning scores at the Wheatley Pepper Club during the month of December. Dec. 5: Lillian Wells 239, Nancy Springthorpe 221, Mogen Hansen 218. Dec. 12: Bill Merritt 216, Robert Lapsa 214, Maggie Hansen 213. Dec. 19: Lillian Wells 238, Pearce Plato 221, Harold Dundas 212. Pepper is played at the Wheatley Friendship Club, 171 Erie St. N., every Thursday evening at 7 p.m. New players are welcome any time.
Local youth Ethan Abdul-Massih performs a ceremonial puck drop between the London Lakers’ Noah Demelo (left) and the Kingsville Kings’ Noah Schultz prior to a Sunday, Jan. 5 GMHL game at the Kingsville Arena Complex. Abdul-Massih, diagnosed with leukaemia at the age of two in 2014, is the inspiration behind the annual Super Ethan’s Steps, a fundraising walk-a-thon for families dealing with childhood cancer. Ethan was honoured by the Kings as part of a partnership between the team, Hockey Gives Blood and Canadian Blood Services. The Kings went on to win the game 10-2. (Photo courtesy of Ashley Colasanti)
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Kings punish Lakers to start 2020 The Kingsville Kings started the New Year with an outright pummelling of the London Lakers. The local GMHL squad kicked off 2020 Sunday, Jan. 5 on home ice with a convincing 10-2 victory over the visiting Lakers. Bryce Tracey started the scoring 6:20 into the first frame, followed by a power play tally from Jan Sefl to give Kingsville a 2-0 advantage at the first buzzer. Zachary Dillen added to the Kings’ lead less than 30 seconds into the middle period, followed by markers from Pavel Svoboda, Radim Kalista and another from Sefl to give the home team a 6-0 lead. The four goals were scored within a time span of a minute and 58 seconds. Afterwards, London replied with two man advantage goals from Lucas Fraulin potted about eight-and-a-half minutes apart. The Kings bounced back with another four in the third. Jerry Kilpimaa, Dillen, Tracey and Trey Marker added the seventh through 10th goals less than five minutes apart from one another. Kingsville outshot the guests 64-34 as Marek Pavlas registered the win in net. Leading the way for the Kings in points were Tracey and Dillen, each with two goals and three assists for five points. Kalista was close behind with a goal and three assists as Sefl contributed three points with two goals and an assist and Benjamin Cunningham did the same with three assists. Austin Scratch and Braydon Trenaman both chipped in with two assists as Kilpimaa added a goal and an assist. Single points were earned by Joonas Siermala, Svoboda, Marker and Dexter Gourlay. The win, Kingsville’s fourth in a row, brought the Kings to a record of 22 wins, six losses, zero ties and three overtime losses for 47 points to take possession of second place in the South Division. North York is close behind with 46 and Niagara with 45, although Kingsville has three and two games in hand over the divisional rivals, respectively. Air & Sea Inc. St. George continues to lead (formerly UTI) the South with 50 points. The Kings’ next home game will be played Sunday, Jan. 12 at 3 p.m. against • Customs Brokerage • Air/Ocean/Truck Freight • London.
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and forward positioning. The members of the team are Kylie Klassen, Kyla Wiper, Ethan Prior, Rowan Wall, Easton Reimer, Easton Flaming, Mason Reid, Lukas Meloche-Trealout, Evan Williams and Coulton Friesen. It is fun to watch the team develop an unselfish attitude toward the game. They are six years old and are incorporating passing into the game. A few players to spotlight this week are Kylie for her defensive play, Evan for strong defence and contributing to offensive attacks, Coulton for backchecking and passing, and Easton Reimer for aggressively pursuing the puck.
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1936 Dodge Coupe a blast from the past While standing in line recently at the local TD Bank, I met Katie Neufeld, who said her brother-in-law Rick Dorman had an old car. Rick lives near Hamilton and sent this story: “Classic car owners often have personal reasons for owning their car and I am no exception, although I am more a local historian and let my trusty garage friends keep her safe and running. “So why an original 1936 Dodge business coupe built in Windsor, Ontario? Shift back to the 1950s and every weekend I’m watching the stock car races at Merritville Speed- Bill Sherk way. My Uncle Bob Davidson raced his ’33 Chevy #73 and Dad was club treasurer. “I fell in love with those 1930s coupes. Who can forget Jerry Winger in his fire engine red 1940 Ford coupe with the fire coming off his #10! He became a legend, dying too young in 1959. No matter how far back he sat for the 25-lap feature, he took first almost every time. Today, Merritville’s 50-lap feature is named after him. “Now it’s late fall 2003 and I’m in a Guelph area garage looking at a Merritville type ’30s coupe. Then I remembered #18 and George Winger’s (no relation to Jerry) black panther painted on the side of his gold Chevy coupe. SOLD! My eyes did not see what my cousin saw. Whoever heard of Bondo? “In the spring of 2004 the car made its way home. In 2009, a major restoration replaced the old maroon and black fenders with crème and cherry red trim. And I finally learned what Bondo was. “I enjoy cruising the back roads here in West Flamboro and I love the sound of the old flathead. Broke down only twice with a fuel pump problem. “My 11-year-old grandson Lukas enjoys coming along for a ride. Even at a very young age, he would wait at the garage door to see Opa’s fancy car. “I thank my dear Uncle Bob for my stock car memories. Recently he drove his #73 around the Merritville track during Nostalgia Night featuring many of the old ’30s coupes. Now passed on, I hope he’s still chasing that checkered flag in heaven.â€? I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
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B ank n otes DALE’S FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE Friday, January 31, 2020. Doors 6:30 pm - Show 7 pm - admission pass the hat. AUDITION CALL January 14, 2020 - Jesus Christ Superstar 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm at The Bank Theatre. MUSICIAN CALL Jesus Christ Superstar - download submission package at www.banktheatre.com
Rick Dorman’s 1936 Dodge coupe.
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LITTLE WOMEN (G) Fri 7:00 Sat & Sun 1:00 4:00 7:00 Mon, Wed & Thurs 7:00 Tues 4:00 7:00
STAR WARS: RISE OF SKYWALKER (PG) Fri 6:45 Sat & Sun 12:45 3:45 6:45 Mon, Wed & Thurs 6:45 Tues 3:45 6:45
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artREMINDERS NEW VISITING HOURS: Wed-Fri 10-4:30pm, Sat-Sun 12-4pm U20: 2020 LAC members show + sale FREE to enter for ALL new and renewing members, PHPEHUVKLSV RQO\ \U 0DQ\ PRUH GLVFRXQWV EHQHĂ€WV This annual exhibit celebrates the strength, vitality, creativity and wealth of talent found within the LAC. Each year, the diverse and outstanding works by our members creates an exciting and engaging exhibition for artist to showcase, share and sell their work. Deadline: Sun Feb 2. CORKS & CANVAS: wine + paint night - Fri. Feb 14, 6:30pm Enjoy a unique experience to “drink creativelyâ€? with \RXU IULHQGV RU VLJQLĂ€FDQW RWKHU SHUVRQ RU IRU 2 tix or $159 for groups of 5. Includes wine, all supplies and guided instruction. Tickets online or call us today. Sponsored by the Uptown Leamington BIA. EVENT SPACE? SHOWER, WEDDING, MEETING, GATHERING... Make the LAC your venue destination, info+rates online. FREE ADMISSION! Visiting: Wed - Fri 10-4:30, Sat & Sun 12-4 Generous Supporters: Southpoint Sun & the Municipality of Leamington