July 13, 2016

Gleaners send aid shipment to Ukraine

By Bryan Jessop

A Leamington-based organization has stepped forward and provided nearly half the humanitarian nourishment required in a war-torn region of the Ukraine.

LDMH gets $1.25 million scanner

Only one of its kind in Ontario

By Pat Bailey

The arrival of a new $1.25 million GE dual energy CT scanner on June 30 leaves Leamington District Memorial Hospital with the only one of its kind in Ontario.

While the scanner, which was made possible through the LDMH Foundation, will not be available for use for another month or so, the Diagnostic Imaging department is thrilled with its arrival.

Cheryl Carmichael, Technical Coordinator of the Diagnostic Imaging department, said despite the lengthy process of purchasing it which included visits to hospitals in Canada and the United States, the hospital is so excited to have the latest technology in CT scanning equipment.

Carmichael said the purchase had to first go through an RFP (request for proposal), find the companies able to supply the product they were interested in, and visit hospitals in Owen Sound, Ottawa, Indianapolis, Indiana and Dallas, Texas to help determine which CT scanner would suit the needs of the patients of Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

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The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners filled a Musket Transport Ltd. trailer that arrived at its Industrial Road location with 712,000 servings of dried vegetable soup mix on Tuesday, July 5. The Donetsk region — located in southeastern Ukraine, a short distance from the Russian border — is in need of 1.6 million servings of food. Delivery and distribution of humanitarian aid is being conducted by the Masters Foundation to support some of the two million citizens in the area who have been displaced by the war between government military forces and pro-Russian separatist rebels. Since the war began three years ago, 8,000 people have died and 17,000 have been injured. The Masters Foundation, which has operated in the Ukraine for more than 30 years, reached out to the Gleaners earlier this year in search of support.

Volunteers at the local Gleaners spent about three months preparing food portions, placed into three-pound bags that will each provide 100 servings once combined with 25 litres of water for eight to 10 hours. Each bag then takes about 30 minutes to cook, with spices, meat or other additives mixed in by recipients. The shipment, expected to take about six weeks to arrive at its destination, is the single largest in the two-plus year history of the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners. The previous biggest delivery for the Leamington group

was 300,000 servings sent to Haiti.

Representatives of the Masters Foundation are stationed in the ravaged areas in need of aid, taking direct delivery of contributions made by other charitable organizations including the Gleaners.

“They make sure it doesn’t end up in the hands of the corrupt,” said Southwestern Ontario Gleaners chairperson Vern Toews. “It goes right to the hungry.”

For some volunteer members of the Gleaners, the philanthropic delivery to the Donetsk area is especially significant. Ernie Neufeld and George Hildebrandt, SWOG volunteers who were present during the loading of the tractor trailer at the Industrial Road facility, lived in Ukraine about 300 km west of the currently affected area until 1943. From there, Neufeld’s fam-

ily lived in Germany until 1948, when they moved to Canada — one year’ before Hildebrandt and his family relocated to Newfoundland to become a part of Canada during the same year as the newest province.

Neufeld recalls post WWII Germany as a nation in economic duress with little in the way of food and amenities available to many residents. In 1946, his family learned of the Mennonite Central Committee, a group that was able to assist families in need of sustenance.

“They helped us in a very difficult time,” Neufeld recalled. “I’ll never forget. This (the shipment to Ukraine) is a little bit of payback. As this man (Hildebrandt) said, there are two parts to our lives — before and after Canada. Since the second part started, we’ve never been cold, hungry or afraid again. We’ll never

take any of it for granted.”

“We were thankful for what was there,” Hildebrandt added of the MCC’s support in Europe. “They gave us hope. I hope this lets people there (Ukraine) know there are people who care.”

Currently, Canada’s other two Gleaner locations are in Cambridge, Ont. and Abbotsford, B.C. The Leamington location’s next objective is to focus on the support of First Nation populations in Northern Ontario, where they have already made deliveries. Shifts at the SWOG run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday, 50 weeks per year. On average, the organization benefits from the work of 18 to 20 volunteers. Toews explained that the facility could accept the assistance of up to 30 volunteers at once.

From left to right, Ernie Neufeld, Sam Dyck, Vern Toews, Southwestern Ontario Gleaners treasurer and board member Tina Quiring, George Hildebrandt, Jake Martens and Yuri Strochynsky reveal a Musket Transport Ltd. trailer filled with 712,000 servings of dried vegetable soup mix being sent by the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners to a war-torn region of eastern Ukraine. (SUN Photo)

Firefighters praised at Council meeting

At the July 11 meeting of Council, Leamington firefighters received kudos from Councillor John Hammond, citing the tremendous job they did while fighting a fire at a Plumbrook apartment building on July 9.

Hammond credited the skills of the local firefighters for preventing any loss of life. He admitted a few pets died in the blaze but said it could have been much worse.

Hammond also extended Council’s thanks for the assistance from the Kingsville Fire Department.

CAO Peter Neufeld extended those thanks to local Ontario Provincial Police Officers for their assistance as well.

Charged with drug trafficking

The OPP Essex County Street Crime Unit and Essex County OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) arrested two men during a stop on Mersea Road 7 in Leamington on Friday, July 8.

Officers located and seized $5,200 worth of cocaine, $4,775 Canadian cash, a 2015 Ford F150 pickup truck and a 2006 Ford Mustang.

A 23-year-old Leamington man was arrested and charged with Trafficking in a Schedule I Substance and Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking.

A 31-year-old Kingsville man was arrested and charged with Trafficking in a Schedule I Substance, Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of a Schedule I Substance.

Both men will appear in Leamington court in October to answer to the charges.

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one Carmichael believes will be worth the wait.

She said two of their technologists, Lisa Almasi, lead CT technologist, and Denise Conte, CT/X-Ray technologist, travelled to Milwaukee for intensive training on the new piece of equipment the first week of June.

She said in the coming weeks, the scanner will be installed and the complement of technologists, about 10, will be trained before it is ready for use by patients. Carmichael said they are aiming for early September for dual energy scans to begin at LDMH, pending approval from the Ministry of Health.

Carmichael said they have been asked by GE to serve as a ‘show site’ since it is the first of its kind in Ontario. That, she said, will mean they need a little additional space surrounding the scanner to allow access by site visitors.

Dr. Elizabeth Hooper, Chief of Radiology, said the new dual energy scanner “allows us to scan at two energy levels” which will mean only one scan instead of two or three for some patients.

She said it provides better quality images at greatly reduced radiation levels to the patients. “And it makes us more confident in a diagnosis,” she added.

She said it is particularly more helpful in the elderly when it comes to determining if a fracture is an old or a recent injury.

She and Carmichael agreed it should also be extremely effective in the detection and treatment of blood clots in the lungs due to a shorter scan time and enhanced assessment of contrast (dye) in the lung vessels.

Carmichael said the software used in conjunction with the scanner allows for the elimination of artifact from any previous meta joint replacement surgery or other metal artifact such as dental fillings or spinal surgery, and instead allows for the ability to focus on the area of concern.

The excitement in their voices was apparent — the arrival of the GE dual energy scanner is not only a first in Ontario, more importantly, it is a benefit to the patients on more than one level.

On hand for the arrival of the new $1.25 million scanner at Leamington District Memorial Hospital on Thursday afternoon were, left to right, CT/x-ray technician Denise Conte, Diagnostic Imaging Technical Coordinator Cheryl Carmichael and Lead CT Technologist Lisa Almasi. (SUN Photo)

Take a deep breath and let it all out

So much has happened since I last wrote my column! I feel as if I have been holding my breath and can finally exhale! And it feels good…

We have received rain, the mosquitos have come and thankfully gone, and the Bahamas held a referendum. The best news is that another crew has returned to work on the harbour. So much excitement I can hardly stand it!

scale it’s not impossible to find a place that is peaceful and kind. Pause and let the breeze take your mind there more often than not.

The owners arrived June 24th. I was lucky to have Portia, a chef from Harbour Island, come to make my life much easier. It always amazes me when I meet someone by circumstance and they end up adding another special dimension to my life. Portia is one of those people. Although we come from very different cultures, upbringings and worlds when it comes down to it, we have more similarities than differences.

Portia is not a ‘studied’ chef but my taste buds tell me she is a natural. By combining a few simple ingredients, she enhances each dish with her passion for food preparation. We were both fortunate enough to have learned to cook from the generations of cooks before us – mothers, aunts, grandmas and a few of our favourite men out there!

A friend posted a comedy routine by Jim Jeffries on Facebook the other day. If you are familiar with him, you will know that he doesn’t mince his words and is very frank about his beliefs. He has spoken out about the NON-gun laws in the states and now his latest words are his thoughts on Donald Trump. Regardless of whether you are turned on or off by his words, I would hope that most of you would agree with something he had to say recently.

Portia runs a catering business on Harbour Island and was excited to get off her rock to work on another. While busy in the kitchen here, she seamlessly handled business and family at home via her ‘whats app’.

“Trying to defeat hate with hate. Hate doesn’t beat hate it just makes more hate. The only thing that can beat hate is love. Now love doesn’t always beat hate but it does something. Think about your own life.”

In my own words, to avoid expletives, if there is someone that you don’t care for, as Dr. Joy Brown would say, “Be stupid and cheerful” or show them kindness. Over time nothing may have changed but you; but that is something and “Everyone will see them as the ass!”

The owners’ family anticipated each meal eagerly, wondering what the next dish coming out of the kitchen would be. Everything from traditional Bahamian conch fritters, pan-fried snapper with peas and rice to ahi tuna bites, grilled beef tenderloin, basil oils and curry dishes with pompadums were savoured.

I asked Portia if she would share some of her recipes for the island cookbook that I am putting together. One by one she recited them to me, not only off by heart but also straight from her heart.

The owners are headed home to very different U.K. Young adults like their own children are worried about what the future job perspectives will hold. Portia, on the other hand, worries that the majority NO vote in the last referendum for equality will affect her daughters.

The out of control mosquito population thankfully dropped off during most of the group’s visit. Meanwhile, the scorching heat soared the entire time, maintaining a constant temperature of 104º for the last four days. Thankfully, on an island you can always find relief on one side or the other, where a lovely sea breeze blows constantly.

I sat in the middle listening and feeling very proud to be a Canadian and thankful that our children are treated as equals, not only in the school systems but also as citizens. The things we take for granted and assume are our rights may not be so around the world. Close your eyes and think for a minute how differently you would treat people if you couldn’t see the colour of their skin, the way they dress or their disfigurements.

It’s difficult to keep faith in human kind when so many negative stories are shared around the globe. I am truly certain and have to believe that wiggling in on a much larger

Take a little compassion, add some love and discard all of the hatred you can. You may be surprised with the dish that you come up with and the recipe that you pass on to your children.

Here we are halfway through 2016.

The Mayflies are still hanging around a bit. They seemed late this year. After all, May is long gone and we are now half-way through July.

As far back as I can remember, these little insects have been an annual part of our lives here along the lake. I remember my dad using a shovel to clean them up years ago.

I think this has been a relatively light year for them compared to some years past, but they still stink up the air and become a bothersome mess for all of us around these parts.

Of course there was always the funhouse and bumper cars. I was never a fan of going around in circles, so other than the ferris wheel, I couldn’t stomach much more.

The Tilt-A-Whirl made me sick when I was a teenager and I stayed off most rides after that.

The summer heat is here and I promised in February I wouldn’t complain about the heat, so I’m trying really hard not to.

The farmers are still in need of some rain. That downpour last week certainly helped, but overall it’s been too dry and we enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of their labour.

I absolutely loved the Hell Drivers. Every year they came back and always put on the same show, but it was exciting and the grandstand overflowed with people.

The salt water taffy was always the last thing we bought on the way out. While it was still warm, I picked out the flavours I liked the best. Of course, Ray Leach’s popcorn wagon was always there somewhere too.

The Leamington Fair is now a memory as those folks start preparing for next year. It went off without a hitch and attendance was decent. They managed to avoid any rain, which always seems to put a damper on that annual event. We went on the Friday night and enjoyed some carnival food and cotton candy. It was hot but we had a good time.

I think I’ve only missed the fair maybe three or four times in my 55 years. It’s been a tradition since I could walk. They celebrated 168 years this year. That’s quite an accomplishment.

When I was little, the fish pond game always brought you a prize. My mom used to sit in the bingo tent and play corn bingo while I wandered the midway, at least when I got a little bit older.

She always played the birthday game where you rolled this giant hexagon dice and tried to pick your month successfully.

I always liked those games where you shot the water gun at a target to make your horse move along the track. It required more skill than luck and didn’t seem to be fixed like so many others.

In my very early days I remember even going into the side-show tent and seeing a two-headed calf and, for some reason, a dead baby in a jar.

Some of those memories just seem to stick in your head for life.

As the summer festival season gets into full swing, many local people will miss the Leamington Tomato Festival. It’s a shame that it isn’t going to happen this year.

I remember when they first brought it back in the 1980s. They had that Anything Goes competition down on the beach and we had a blast competing in that. A ball tournament, a beer tent and lots of kid things going on in Seacliff Park made it a great event for all ages.

Leamington really needs family events like that. Maybe it’ll make a comeback some day.

Of course, we push on through the dog days of summer and lament the heat, trying to avoid those pesky mosquitoes, all the time wishing for cooler temps.

And as we turn to thoughts of fall, we’re reminded that Christmas is only 164 days away.

How’s that for bursting your bubble?

MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings

Nicholls concerned about hydro capacity expansion

Chatham-Kent Essex MPP Rick Nicholls has expressed concern that local greenhouses are moving their operations south of the border because the provincial government has been dragging its heels on expanding hydro capacity in Leamington. He wants a commitment to a timeline for the slow-moving project.

Greenhouse operator Nature Fresh Farms announced last year that it would be bringing a $200 million expansion and 300 jobs to Ohio instead of Leamington. The company cited high hydro prices and the failure of the provincial government to add hydro capacity in the area as reasons Leamington did not receive the much needed investments.

Now, its planned 32-acre expansion in Leamington slated for this year has been put on hold.

“Every month that this project is not finished costs Leamington jobs and investment opportunities,” Nicholls said. “This government needs to get this done now, give us a firm timeline commitment and complete the project or we will continue to lose out.”

Many local business and residents are tired of waiting for the expansion of hydro capacity and feel that the government is growing increasingly out of touch with the needs of the region.

“Back in 2011, I asked the Liberals about hydro expansion into Leamington. The then Minister of Finance Dwight Duncan said that they are working on it and will get it done,” said Nicholls. “That was five years and hundreds of potential jobs ago and nothing has been built yet. There’s been no progress at all.”

“Whether it’s burdensome red tape, sky high energy rates, or failing to address local needs, the Wynne Liberal government fails in creating the conditions for investment in the province,” added Nicholls.

Mersea Road C improvements

This summer should see the start of the road improvements to Mersea Road C, starting with the award of a tender to Shilson Excavation and Trucking in the amount of $105,175 (plus net HST).

In his report to Council July 4, Engineering Project Manager Alex Del Brocco described the work needed on the road: “The works include, but are not limited to the supply, placement and compaction of approximately 5,000m³ of clay, and the placement and compaction of 2,100m³ of clay to be supplied by the Municipality.”

The report goes on to explain, “In the near future a separate tender process will occur for the remaining road works to improve Mersea Road C, which include: pulverizing, tar and chip work, shouldering and removal of the concrete blocks. The road works should also be completed in 2016.”

Council passed the matter without dissent.

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CRA scam: OPP communication centres inundated with

calls

Over the past few months the Ontario Provincial Police have been warning the public about an ongoing Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Scam that is running rampant through Ontario.

The Provincial Communications Centres are now being inundated with calls from the public advising that they received one of these calls.

It is not necessary to contact the OPP to report that you have received one of these calls unless you are a victim of fraud that can be attributed to this scam.

Some of the communications centres are receiving 100 or more calls a day from people wanting to report that they received one of these scam-related calls. Although their intentions are appreciated, these calls are restricting the OPP’s ability to take calls for service from the public that require a police response.

Any calls regarding the Canada Revenue Agency Scam should be directed to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or to their website at www. antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. This website will provide an online means of reporting and offers great tips so that you do not become a victim of this or any other fraud.

The following link to the Canada Revenue Agency website will also assist in recognizing this and other scams that are plaguing the public: www.cra-arc.gc.ca/ nwsrm/lrts/2015/l150610-eng.html

Signing authority okayed

At their July 11 meeting, Leamington Council approved the authorization for the tourism and culture development officer to execute agreements to purchase goods and services which do not exceed $2,000.

Kyra Knapp, the recently hired tourism and culture development officer, is busy planning the municipality’s upcoming event, ‘Sip and Savour Experience’, scheduled for Aug. 19 and 20, which will require the rental and purchase of goods and services relating to the event.

Giving Knapp the signing authority falls in line with that of other managers employed by the municipality.

Library workers attend Council meeting

About a dozen striking members of CUPE 2974, representing Essex County library workers, carried their signs into the Leamington Council meeting Monday night, July 11. Not addressing council, just making their presence known, the group quietly sat through the meeting before Councillor John Hammond spoke with them briefly following the meeting.

During the meeting, Hammond acknowledged their attendance and urged the group to try and resolve the issues by ‘sitting face to face and negotiating’.

Hammond said he has received a number of phone calls wondering when the library doors will open again. He said it’s extremely important to local residents, especially the young people, for the doors to open and summer programming to begin.

Hammond offered his support to the group, taking time out after the conclusion of the meeting to speak with them and make a few suggestions to help resolve the situation.

Fifty-eight staff members, including five from Leamington, have been on strike since June 25 and say they are anxious to get back to work.

Library workers also visited meetings in Kingsville and Amherstburg Council chambers.

CiB selects June Fabulous Garden Display winners

By Catherine Riediger

The winners for Communities in Bloom’s June Fabulous Garden Display Awards are:

• Rob and Kathleen Toppi, 15 Cheyenne Court: Rob and Kathleen have lived on Cheyenne Court for 9 years and have worked very hard to create a garden for all seasons. It is a corner lot so their gardens are visible from many different angles. The view is different around each corner. They have coordinated a mix of colours in the plantings of perennials, bulbs, shrubs and annuals as fillers. They are continually at work in the gardens to keep them looking neat and fresh. I know this for a fact as I live a few doors down from them and see Kathleen out there weeding and deadheading. The gardens are a real showstopper. Drop by and take a look.

• Roger and Lyn Urquhart, 7 Brown Street: Roger and Lynn Urquhart have lived in this home on Brown Street for only three years and in this short period of time have created a beautiful garden with a pond and interesting garden ornaments. They grow all their plants (with the exception of hostas) from seeds they import from faraway places such as Singapore. The irises were imported from the United States. In June they had a striking display of poppies and irises. The wide diversity of plants

attracts many kinds of bees and butterflies. Due to its proximity to the hospital, their gardens are enjoyed by both patients and employees. This garden is worth going to see.

Roger and Lyn Urquhart, 7 Brown St., Leamington.

Rob and Kathleen Toppi, 15 Cheyenne Court, Leamington.

LDSS honours grads of 2016

By Bryan Jessop

The next-to-last graduating class of Leamington District Secondary School at 125 Talbot St. West officially completed the next step towards reaching its professional goals.

The 179 graduating students of LDSS gathered at the gymnasium of the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex amid a crowd of 800 guests to receive diplomas, awards and look back on the highs and lows of their final 10 months in high school. The ceremony took place Wednesday, June 29 with vice principal Peggy Bondy serving as master of ceremonies and began with greetings by representatives of the Greater Essex County District School Board including trustee Dave Taves and superintendent Cathy Lynd.

Principal Kyle Berard, who welcomed graduates and guests prior to the distribution of awards and bursaries, reflected on the accomplishments of students both during and following the ceremony, praising graduates for recognition they received at local, provincial, national and international levels.

“There were some unbelievable things that these kids did with the Eco Team, French language proficiency awards and several other endeavours,” Berard said following the ceremony. “These are some really dynamite kids. It’s encouraging to think of them as leaders in the future.”

The event was arranged by a committee of 10 volunteers led by LDSS French and library department head Wendy Bastien, who has chaired the group for the past 11 years. Although her team is represented by limited numbers, Bastien noted that about 75 per cent of LDSS staff volunteered with the set up and tear down process.

“We always take a lot of pride in these events,” she explained. “There are a lot of changes, but it always comes together.”

Bastien pointed out that support for each year’s graduation ceremony comes from both within the school and throughout the rest of the community.

“I’ve never seen or heard of the amount of money pumped into the graduating classes like there is in Leamington,” she said. “It’s a very supportive community for graduates.”

Added to the list of awards starting with this year’s ceremony was the school’s Gallagher Technical Award, named in honour of Lowell Gallagher, an LDSS teacher who died suddenly in late January of this year at the age of 61. In all, 48 community organization and memorial awards were given in addition to 12 school awards and certifications. Specialist High Schools Major Certification recipients were recognized in six categories while Anna Dyck and Sara Hamm earned certificates of accomplishment.

In total, 31 LDSS graduates received academic entrance scholarships and bursaries totaling more than $56,000 while 10 received awards and acknowledgements from beyond LDSS and surrounding area. Highlights of these included a $70,000 TD Scholarship for Community Leadership to Carlos Pena and National Hockey League entry draft selection of Tyler Wall by the New York Rangers.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, take a more serious approach if you want others to give your ideas more thoughtful consideration. Devote more time and attention to work and other necessities.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, put your thoughts on paper so you can work out all of your ideas. You have some great ideas, and writing them down can help you articulate them more effectively.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, someone gives you a gift that you really appreciate, and you want to respond in kind. Think about the recipient’s hobbies before making a final decision.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, things have been going quite well for you lately, as it seems like you have gotten into a groove. Take the smooth goings in stride and offer to help others when possible.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, if stress starts to get to you this week, take a step back and reevaluate your priorities. It may be time to make a few changes and reduce your workload.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you like to be around people and enjoy holding your own in conversation. But this week you may need a little respite from the crowd. Enjoy the alone time.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, offer to help a loved one even if you suspect they may not be receptive to your assistance. Exhibit some patience and persever-

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ance, and you will help make a positive difference.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, your courage to stand by your decisions draws positive attention this week. Let it be known that you appreciate others noticing your conviction.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, ask a good friend for a their perspective on a problem that has been puzzling you. Another’s insight might be just the thing you need to make the right decision.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, work through all angles before making a final decision. It may take a few trial runs, but eventually you will come to the right conclusion. Get a second opinion if you need it.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

There’s much you can learn about managing money and investing in your future, Aquarius. You have some great ideas; they just need some fine-tuning.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, great friends are something to cherish, and this week is a great time to let your closest friends know how much you appreciate them.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

JULY 10 - Sofia Vergara, Actress (44)

JULY 11 - Lil Kim, Rapper (42)

JULY 12 - Kimberly Perry, Singer (33)

JULY 13 - Harrison Ford, Actor (74)

JULY 14 - Peta Murgatroyd, Dancer (30)

JULY 15 - Lana Parrilla, Actress (39)

JULY 16 - James Maslow, Singer (26)

Peachland Rebekahs Present Donation to Hospice

Council approves site plan amendment

Leamington Council approved an application for a site plan amendment at their July 11 meeting for the Uni-Fab industrial building expansion, and the removal of the ‘holding symbol’, pending approval by the Ministry of Transportation.

It involves the proposed construction of a new 31,191 square foot building and a new hard surfaced parking area at the 602 Mersea Road 5 site.

No appeals were filed on the proposal.

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Ladies from the local Peachland Rebekah Lodge gathered at Erie Shores Hospice recently to present their donation to Hospice of $4,000. Present for the donation were, left to right: Lillian Brisseau, Carole Dibbley, Ellice Drummond, Lois Charlton, Elizabeth Malone (from Hospice), Marie Wigfield, Ann Nash, Nancy Moody, Anna Dorsch, Charlene Wilkinson. Absent from photo: Sally Roes.

Leamington District Secondary School Graduation

Ontario Scholars 2015-2016: Cameron Adams, Kelcey Bekaan, Chloe Bell, Quinn Bowman, Bianca Buhler, Alexis Cervini, Abbey Clifford, Tristyn Corlett, Agatha Driedger, Frank Driedger, Candace Dupuis, Jesse Fast, Ben Fehr, Tyler Friesen, Parker Garrod, Matthew Goulet, Abbey Gradwell, Abby Gualtieri, Belal Halabi, Riley Hannigan, Reid Jackson, Judith Knelsen, Amber Koehler, Monitha Leng, Hailey Liddle, Tommy Lingh, Bailey Loveless, Brandon Ludwig, Cassandra Mastronardi, Evan Mastronardi, Meghan McInnis, Karissa Melnyk, Faith Monaco, Nicole Neufeld, Nikita Nistor, Carlos Pena, Tanya Peters, Skylar Robinson, Shannon Romualdi, Noah Santos, Steven Sartori, Jessica Viglianti, Michelle Whiteside-Webster, Mackenzie Wickham, Emilia Wiebe, Katelyn Wiebe, Mina Wiebe, Dawson Wigle, Kelsey Youssef, Jason Zhao.

LDSS Academic Award Winners

Graduation 2015-2016

Dr. A.D. Froese Memorial Scholarship: Michelle Whiteside-Webster, Reid Jackson, Dawson Wigle. Morgan Brown Scholarship: Michelle Whiteside-Webster. Morgan Brown Awards: Parker Garrod, Reid Jackson, Hailey Liddle, Dawson Wigle, Mina Wiebe. Governor General’s Academic Medal: Judith Knelsen.

Selkirk Shield: Judith Knelsen.

Graduating class of 201516 valedictorian Dawson Wigle addresses his fellow students during the 2016 LDSS graduation ceremony at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex Wednesday, June 29.

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Horticultural Society members busy

By Catherine Riediger

May was a very busy month for the Leamington Horticultural Society. The month started off on May 5 with the Bloom Celebration held at Rick Atkin Park to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of the Netherland provinces liberation from German occupation by Canadian forces during WWII. The red tulips were in full bloom with the white ones just starting to show colour.

The next event was the Annual Plant Sale on May 14 at the Leamington United Church. The plants were healthy and plentiful, the Trash to Treasure Table was loaded with a wide selection of gardening items, the goodies table was a tasty treat and Lynn Imeson’s display of cement garden décor and hyper tufa troughs provided the finishing touch to another very successful plant sale.

FREE MUSIC MONDAYS at the Marina, Monday evenings until September 5, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., with Musical Mates Brad and Lynn Bailey and other musicians on some evenings. Bring lawnchairs and insect repellant, sit, relax and sing along to a variety of secular and gospel music. Info: 519-3264825.

WORLD HEPATITIS DAY IN WINDSOR: 4th Annual FREE BBQ, Thursday, July 28, 2016, (Rain Date: Friday, July 29) at Wigle Park on Erie St. East. The Proclamation signed by Mayor Dilkens will be read by City Councillor Rino Bortolin at 5:00 p.m. We will share a complimentary barbecue, raffle prizes and games with neighbourhood residents and visitors to the event. The CHYR radio road crew will also be on hand with music. The event will educate attendees on Hepatitis C through offering information on hepatitis transmission, testing, prevention and treatment. Confidential testing will be available during the event between 4 – 7 p.m. for those who are interested.

WHEATLEY BASEBALL REUNION will be an occasion to “Meet, Greet and Reminisce”. Saturday, July 30, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Wheatley Arena. Everyone is invited. Note: attendees are encouraged to share their memorabilia. Arrive at 12:00 noon to set up, by Decades. A Celebration of Baseball in

The guest speaker for the May 18th monthly meeting was Mary Baruth from Jack Miner’s Conservation. Mary gave an enlightening talk on the bird sanctuary conservation program. It left the members very appreciative of the work carried out at Jack Miner’s.

During the last week of May the members of the Town Planting Committee were hard at work planting the 90 or so flower pots and several flowerbeds throughout Leamington. Over the summer months the Society members maintain the flowerbeds and pots and the town looks after the watering of the pots.

June is when the members took a break to enjoy the annual picnic held at the Peanut Centre Nursery. The weather was perfect, and the food and fellowship were enjoyed by everyone. Marg Ross had the honour of awarding this year’s Horticultural scholarship to Colin Harley, a Grade 12 student at Leamington District Secondary School. Colin will be attending Ridgetown Agricultural College where he is enrolled in a two-year course. His future ambition is to be a real down-to-earth farmer and his parents are supportive of this goal. The Society wishes him all the very best in his future endeavours. The Society appreciates the DeGoey’s hospitality and the use of their lovely backyard for the picnic.

The months of June and July are busy for the Communities in Bloom committee preparing for the Judges Tour on July 2l-22 when they get a chance to showcase Leamington.

Since this update covers two months, I am featuring two provincial flowers.

The first provincial flower being featured is the Trillium for the province of Ontario. The White Trillium was adopted as the representative flower for Ontario in 1937. This odorless plant is comprised of only three petals and three leaves. Due to its commercial popularity, the plant has been harvested from the wild, leading to conservation concerns. The Kopegaron Conservation Area in the spring is renowned for its spring wildflowers, the trillium being one of them.

The second provincial flower is the Blue Flag Iris for Quebec. Selected in 1999 to replace the White Lily, the Blue Flag serves as the floral emblem of Quebec. This native iris is found growing in the wetland areas of Quebec and is considered poisonous to humans and animals.

The next monthly meeting will be September 21. Over the summer months, the Society wishes everyone a Blooming Good Time and see you in September.

Kids’ Dance and Drum Camp at The Bank Theatre

The Kids’ Dance and Drumming Camp at The Bank Theatre this July, is fortunate to again have Morgan Malott teaching hiphop, and Janice Founk teaching drumming. They are enthusiastic volunteers who last year led the same two classes.

While Janice, now retired, was teaching music in her elementary school, she saw drumming initially as an exciting possibility for older students who were not as interested in singing. She attended an African hand-drumming workshop in the Toronto area. It became the first of several, as she found herself immediately hooked!

Her experience with drums has been primarily with the djembe, doombek, and cajon. These drums are held between your knees and each has a variety of tonal qualities depending on which part of the drum is hit and how it is hit. Using these variations in tone a simple rhythm on the page comes alive. Rhythms can be very technical. Both hands are required, each on different parts of the drum at specified times in a rhythm. Focus is essential. A great exercise for the brain. Think of patting your head and rubbing your stomach at the same time...sort of the same thing.

In African countries they refer to rhythms as songs. They use these songs to communicate between villages as well as for purposes of celebrations or healing. Everyone has a song and all need to express themselves.

Wheatley 1947-1998.

FREE MUSIC MONDAYS at the Marina, Monday evenings until September 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., with Musical Mates Brad and Lynn Bailey and other musicians on some evenings. Bring lawnchairs and insect repellant, sit, relax and sing along to a variety of secular and gospel music. Info: 519-3264825.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEED FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

WINDSOR-ESSEX from the Leamington and Kingsville area. If you believe that you can make a difference in a child’s life and can commit to a minimum of one year, for a few hours a week, check out the website and online orientation a t www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

WINDSOR-ESSEX ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS from the Leamington area to volunteer in a group mentoring setting called On Track to Success which takes place from September to June. Info at www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca/ or call 519-945-5232 ext. 23 to speak with Rose Culmone, Director of Programs.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at F.T. Sherk Complex, Wednesday, August 3, 1:00 p.m. –7:00 p.m.

MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-IN, 1st and last Monday of the month

only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers, refreshments, games, exercise. It's free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome.

ARE YOU AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE'S DRINKING? The Wheatley Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club (north entrance), 171 Erie St. N.

DO YOU ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND MEETING PEOPLE? South Essex Community Council in Leamington is currently looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels Delivery. If you are interested in volunteering during the morning for about 1 hour per week or as a back-up volunteer, please call Noreen or Susan at SECC - 519326-8629 ext.381. www.secc.on.ca.

WEDNESDAYS - Are you looking for food and fellowship? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 for more information.

IF YOU HAVE PARKINSON’S and would like to join our group for information, exercise and support, come by Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to the Half Century Club, 160 Talbot St. E. Leamington.

Community Calendar is a FREE service for FREE events. Please see the COMING EVENTS section in the CLASSIFIEDS for events with admission charges.

Morgan Malott just finished Grade 12 at Leamington District Secondary School. She first got interested in dance at the age of four at her first dance class. And ever since then, dance has been her passion. She says, “The thing I like most about dance is that it doesn’t matter if you are good or bad at it, all that matters is the feeling you get when you express yourself. It’s the best feeling in the world. I feel great when I teach dance.”

The camp is being held at the Bank Theatre, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. July 25 – 29 for kids ages 8-13. For more information or to register call: 519-839-4347

Our volunteers are our lifeblood and only workforce and right now we need to expand their ranks. New recruits are needed for our Bingo sessions (a vital financial contributor to our operating costs). If you can spare a few hours once a month, then please call Barbara at 519-839-4347 for information about our Bingo programme and orientation. If working sound and/or lighting interests you then contact John at 226-7574003. Previous experience is not required, just a willingness to learn. So pick up the phone and join our Bank Theatre Team.

Hiphop teacher Morgan Malott, left, with drumming teacher Janice Founk. Both are returning for the upcoming Kids’ Dance and Drum Camp.

Unique attraction built for Campers Cove

By Bryan Jessop

A local, family-friendly facility has turned to a local company to keep fun on track for some of its younger visitors — although an actual track won’t be necessary.

Trevor Bailey, owner and operator of Bailey Inc. Custom Machining, was approached by the local campground’s management with the unusual request of transforming one of its tractors into a miniature locomotive.

No stranger to unique, one-of-a-kind projects, Bailey accepted the task and returned the site’s 1950s wide-front Farmall 240 tractor as the newest version of “Tootie,” a locomotive who provides on-site youths and their families with rides around the site.

The Tootie that Campers Cove had previously relied on to pull three tent trailers converted into passenger carts filled with guests had become a maintenance problem. With parts becoming increasingly difficult to come by, management at the seasonal campground decided that a new vehicle to provide “Tootie Tours” was in order and turned to Bailey to take on the task.

“It was pretty rough and it didn’t have much detail,” Bailey said of the Tootie that had to be replaced. “It was a unique job, but I’ve built all kinds of goofy stuff.”

After brief consultation with Campers Cove staff and a design period of between three and four days, Bailey himself took to the

job of piecing together the modular, laser-cut panels that would be used for the new engine’s body. The process took about a week before he was able to deliver the finished product to the campsite.

“He did such an awesome job. It looks great,” said Campers Cove employee Brian Walker. “Tootie’s pretty popular and the kids just love it.”

The locomotive measures roughly 14 feet long by seven feet high by five feet wide. For maintenance, the new body can easily be removed by two adults to gain access to the tractor that lies beneath.

“It still functions like a regular tractor, just with a different body,” Bailey explained.

The new Tootie includes an air-powered horn and an air-powered bell, both taken from a real train engine. In front of the funnel sits a functional light. The bell and horn are connected to copper coiling running from CO2 tanks posing as steam accumulators. The cylinders appear to be decorative, but send air to the horn and bell at 120 pounds psi.

The body of the locomotive is painted primarily flat black with “Campers Cove Railroad” printed on the cab and the serial number 21097 — the campground’s address number on Camper’s Cove Road, south of Highway 3.

Bailey Inc. Custom Machining has been operating for more than a decade, where Bailey fabricates

everything from water towers with copper roofs to full chassis drag racing cars.

One of his most recent projects was a 1955 Chevrolet straight-axle gasser.

During summer months, Tootie offers tours to children and their families primarily on weekends starting at 11:30 a.m. The train can carry between 50 to 60 passengers at a time and because of the ride’s popularity, often makes back-toback runs.

A custom-built miniature locomotive built by Trevor Bailey of Bailey Inc. Custom Machining is the newest addition at Campers Cove east of Wheatley. The unique vehicle sits atop a 1950s Farmall 240 tractor and is used to tour children around the site. (Submitted photo)

Firefighters with the Leamington Fire Services were called to an incident on Mersea Road 5 East on the morning of Tuesday, July 5. A trailer with contents including containers with residual amounts of chemicals caught fire shortly after 10 a.m. Leamington OPP closed off the rural road from Mersea Road 12 to Mersea Road 15, allowing the 11 firefighters called to the scene to extinguish the blaze. The fire was contained a short time after the 10:12 a.m. call to LFS, although the trailer and its contents were destroyed. With minimal wind and no residencies within close proximity, no evacuations were necessary. The blaze was deemed accidental and no injuries were reported.

Local veterans receive medals from France; Hometown Heroes banners a welcome sight

By Bryan Jessop

The nation’s 150th birthday was exactly a year away at the time, but at Wheatley’s Ivan Coulter Park, Canada’s 149th was the significant milestone to celebrate.

On Friday, July 1 — 70 years minus 10 days after Wheatley-area residents gathered at the same location to welcome home their WWII veterans — two members of the Canadian Armed Forces from the war were honoured as recipients of The Knight of the Legion of Honour Medal. Murray Reid was bestowed with the honour posthumously after passing on March 22 this year at the age of 91. Bert Overholt was present during the ceremony to receive the same honour.

“I was very surprised,” Overholt said of the event that took place in his and Reid’s honour. “I didn’t know all this was going to happen. It really caught me off guard.”

In 2013, the French government made a gesture to honour all living Allied armed forces members who served in France during WWII with the Knight of the Legion of Honour Medal. In Wheatley, Branch 324 member and historian Bill Siddall submitted successful applications to have the medal awarded to Overholt and Reid.

“Sad to say they were 70 years too late for most vets,” Siddall said while addressing a crowd of about 200 visitors for the ceremony.

dian veterans have now received the medal, a process that has been subject to ongoing delays, confusion and a lack of awareness. Siddall discovered the availability of the medals to Allied forces members by chance after

perusing Legion magazines and Facebook pages online.

“It’s really been a word of mouth thing,” Siddall explained. “They didn’t push it much. I just happened to stumble onto it.”

After presenting the medals to Overholt and Reid’s grandchildren, Siddall acknowledged two additional WWII veterans in

Overholt

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of the Canadian Armed Forces at the age of 17 before becoming a member of the elite unit of Canadian and American soldiers known as the “Devil’s Brigade.” In the First Regiment, Third Company of the Devil’s Bri-

was wounded in Anzio, Italy. He died May 23, 1996, two days after his 71st birthday. (SUN Photo)

Siddall, Wheatley Legion president Jan Watson and Wheatley Legion past president and Zone A2 commander Bill Robertson presented the medals to Over-

holt and posthumously for Reid to his grandchildren, Lianne Imeson and Jeff Brown, on behalf of the French federal government.

More than a thousand Cana-

From left to right, Doug Lamb, Doris Lamb and Becky Lamb pose beneath the Hometown Heroes banner of WWII veteran Sgt. Bill Lamb following a Canada Day ceremony at Ivan Coulter Park Friday, July 1. Doris is the wife of the late Bill Lamb, while Doug — Becky’s husband — is Bill’s son. Sgt. Lamb enlisted with the Perth Regiment

gade, Lamb fought and

the crowd — Joe Bonyai of the Sherbrooke Fusiliers and Jake Burnett of the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve.

was humbled by the honour as well as the large crowd that gathered to witness the event that Canada Day afternoon.

Senior Soldier Robin Wickham, representing the Salvation Army, accepted a cheque from Morgan Robinson of the Principal’s Council. The funds were proceeds from a variety of activities sponsored by the Council throughout the year.

Gore Hill winds up school year with an assembly

The last week of school, Gore Hill Public School held their final achievement assembly. Students were recognized for Academic Success (80% average or higher) as well as having a successful year at school.

In addition to the awards, a variety of other achievements were recognized. The school also recognized the hard work of Parent Council and approximately 25 volunteers and community partners.

Lastly, Gore Hill students were pleased to present a cheque to the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank for $370.

Congratulations Kayla Lindsay

The late Keith Lindsay and Mrs. Anna Lindsay are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter Kayla from Lakehead University with a Bachelor of Arts in History, Honours Degree & Bachelor of Education with First Class Standing. We wish you great success in your future endeavours.

LoveDad&Mom,Josephine, Paula,Taylor,Mitchell&Nonna

Dad - June 19, 2012 and Mom - July 13, 2014

Look around your garden Lord

For two Angels with a smile. It won't be hard to find them

They must stand out a mile. Those Angels are our Mom & Dad

The best beyond compare. So give them all our love and tell them we still care

Love, Penny,Kathy,Laurie & Families

Those

Congratulations Ashley MacVicar

Merv & Maxine Thompson are proud to announce the graduation of their granddaughter from Lakehead University with a 4 year B.A. in Psychology. Ashley is the daughter of Christine Thompson & Charles MacVicar.

Gore Hill students Madison Gagnon (left), Barrett Enns and Travis Reid proudly display a card that they created for the entire school population to sign as a gesture of thanks for the efforts of the Parent Council.

Teacher Phil Piruzza poses with Cubs to Lions recipients Trinity Sauve, left, and Sydney Enns. The award, sponsored by Leamington District Secondary School, is given to students who, in the opinion of school staff, demonstrate perseverance and determination.

Local veterans receive medals from France; Hometown Heroes banners a welcome sight

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“It’s not only myself that we’re honouring today,” he said. “I’m accepting this medal for all of those fellows that were left in France and who came back home. They’re the ones who deserve it as much as I do. I served in France for quite a bit of time, but that still doesn’t make it my deal. This is for them.”

The two local veterans were also honoured with words and certificate presentations by Chatham-Kent Leamington MP Dave Van Kesteren and Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls. Branch Padre David Derbyshire then conducted a blessing for the area’s war veterans.

Following medal presentations, Trudy Brown brought the crowd up to date on Wheatley’s Hometown Heroes banner proj-

ect. Brown, who brought the idea back to Wheatley after seeing similar banners hung throughout the streets of a town in New Brunswick, explained that the idea is gaining popularity faster than the project’s committee anticipated. More than 100 individuals have been involved in Wheatley’s version of the Hometown Heroes initiative. The project began with the ordering of 40 sets of brackets to attach the banners to downtown light posts, bringing the committee to set its sites on 40 orders. To date, there have been 66 banners ordered, created and placed on posts along Talbot Street East and West and Erie Street North and South.

To a large extent, Brown credited Grant Bowman and Siddall to the project’s success, as well as Bowman’s granddaughter Drew Bowman and her friend Kara Gradwell. The two youths counted the appropriate number of light posts to ensure all banners could be hung, created maps depicting the specific location of each banner for a tour that ceremony visitors could embark upon afterwards and promoted the project through social media. Brown also credited committee member Bill Sutherland, as well as Leonard Omstead Jr. for his role in providing brackets for the extra 22 banners.

Stephan “Guppy” Taylor, with a bucket truck loaned by his employer Anchor Hydro, and a handful of volunteers stepped forward to hang the extra banners that went beyond the portion of Chatham-Kent’s budget for the project.

“These guys were putting up banners on one of the hottest days of the year,” Brown noted.

Chatham’s Magnum Print created the banners for the project, which is in part funded by donations from Wheatley Home Hardware and Windsor Factory Supply. Siddall explained that additional banners have already been ordered and that he expects approximately the same number to be added to the streets for next year. The banners will be taken down after Remembrance Day and placed in storage before returning to lamp posts in the spring.

“I’m accepting this medal for all of those fellows that were left in France and who came back home. They’re the ones who deserve it as much as I do.”

— Bert Overholt

Dancin’ Toddler

(SUN

Harold Burton and his niece Linda Stevenson reveal a

of Good Children Illustrated Journal in Shanghai. Freddy Farmer I appeared in the magazine in December of last year and the second and third book will appear in the same publication later this year.

Freddy Farmer visits China

By Bryan Jessop

A fictional character created by a Leamington artist may be a country boy through and through, but that hasn’t stopped him from appearing in the world’s biggest city.

Freddy Farmer, created by Harold Burton in the early 1970s, has very recently appeared in his third book written by retired Leamington director of corporate services Brian Sweet. The first two Freddy Farmer books, featuring water colour paintings by Burton, have sold about 400 copies each. Much to the surprise of the artist-author duo, the young pint-sized, independent farm operator has recently made his first appearance overseas in a Chinese magazine with a name that translates to Good Children Illustrated Journal.

The magazine is based in the coastal city of Shanghai, the world’s largest city proper by population with more than 24 million people. The wheels to have pages from the book placed directly onto the pages of Good Children Illustrated Journal were put in motion when Burton’s niece Linda Stevenson discussed and introduced the books to Weixin Chen during an annual Odyssey of the Mind International conference. Chen, who owns a publishing company in China, showed copies of Freddy (Continued on page 18)

UMEI 2016 Graduates

Please

If interested, please call either Cathy or Renee at 519-250-9403 or email jobs@prostaffworks.ca

Fulmer. Back row: Logan Farfanick, Willy Janzen (First Class Honours),

Toews (First Class Honours), J.R.

UMEI Christian High School’s Graduating Class of 2016, front row, left to right: Francesco Mastronardi (LieutenantGovernor’s Community Volunteer Award), Olivia Toews, (OS, Governor General Academic Medal, Valedictorian), Gibson

Joshua

Warkentin.

(Photo by EL Enns Photography)

copy of Freddy Farmer 3. Like the first two editions, the book is written by Brian Sweet and illustrated by Burton. After Stevenson revealed the books to a cohort and Chinese publication company owner at the annual international Odyssey of the Mind conference, he introduced the local stories to the editor

Just A.S.K. art show this weekend

Rain or shine, Pelee Island Winery and the Arts Society of Kingsville will present an outstanding fine art and artisan festival – Just A.S.K – on the lawn at the winery and under tents on Sat. July 16 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun. July 17 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

There is no charge to attend the event, which will feature original paintings and handcrafted artwork from A.S.K artists, as well as refreshments and entertainment.

Last year more than 850 people visited the show each day.

Pelee Island Winery is located at 455 Seacliff Drive, east of Kingsville.

The Arts Society of Kingsville was formed in 2013 to promote and enrich local cultural life and connect artists with the community.

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

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

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

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

Calvary Church

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

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley

519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

Wheatley Baptist Church

47 Talbot St. E., Wheatley 519-825-7433 Pastor Richard Smith

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

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am

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

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

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services

10:50 am (Summer 10 am)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church

1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services

9:15 am (German), 10:45 am (English)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church

108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Leamington United Mennonite Church

78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am

Summer Worship Services 10:00 am

Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

1 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 am

North Leamington United Mennonite Church

625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

South Point Community Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10:30 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

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

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

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

Service Sunday 9:15 am & 11 am am

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

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

English/Spanish 6:30 pm

Templo Christiano De Leamington

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

Sunday Worship Services 3 pm

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel 6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

United Pentecostal Church

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

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

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given to him by Stevenson to a friend and editor at Good Children Illustrated. The editor made arrangements to have the first Freddy Farmer book published in the monthly GCIJ in December of 2015.

During this year’s Odyssey of the Mind at Iowa State University in late May, Chen gave Stevenson a copy of the magazine containing the story and paintings from the first Freddy Farmer book, published in Canada in 2013. The second and third books will appear in GCIJ later this year. Burton and Sweet gave Stevenson a draft of the third book to in turn give to Weixin, who is an Odyssey of the Mind World Finals judge/official.

“We think it’s really cool to be published in China,” said Sweet. “They did a really good job on the way it was presented.”

Good Children Illustrated Journal features three stories per issue, usually written and illustrated by Chinese authors and artists. Operated by Shanghai Education Press Group, the magazine distributes 80,000 copies per month. Stevenson, the Odyssey of the Mind international host coordinator, has known Chen through the annual global gathering since 1996 and introduced and discussed Freddy Farmer with him during the first conference following the book’s release. One hundred and sixty-five of the 800 Odyssey teams hail from outside Canada and the United States, including 44 from China.

“It’s wonderful to have his (Burton’s) support in sharing his creativity,” said Stevenson, a school teacher who retired after 32 years in 1999. “I’ve admired him a lot through the years for the work he’s done.”

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

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

www.pccweb.ca/knoxleamnington/ Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

NO MASSES FROM JULY 14 TFN

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 pm (English)

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am (English)

9 am (Italian, English) 10:30 am (English)

12 Noon (Portuguese)

3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

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

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street

Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

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

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Mersea United Church

1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 10 am

Olinda-Ruthven United Church

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

Sunday Services at 9:30 am

Wheatley United Church

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

Sunday Services at 10:30 am

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda

2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven 519-326-4352

Sunday Service 10:30 am

The third Freddy Farmer book was released in the last week of June. The book is the same size and follows the same format as the first two, with 18 illustrations by Burton in addition to the artwork on the front and back covers. What sets the third book aside from the first two — aside from the introduction of a new human character — was Burton’s approach to outlining. He had previously outlined details in his paintings with a pen, but decided for the third book to use a brush.

“I was kind of excited about this last book having a difference like that,” said Burton, 85. “I didn’t think I’d be able to do it.”

“Harold’s illustrations are just terrific,” Sweet said. “I’m amazed he can do that. We’re both pleased with how the books have turned out.”

Sweet explained that he and Burton would like to see the Freddy Farmer books published in the United States and other countries, noting that exposure in China may trigger interest from other publishers outside of Canada. Copies of all three Freddy Farmer books are available at Burton’s studio at 138 Talbot St. W., the Leamington Art Centre and online at Amazon, Chapters and Volumes, the latter being the company from Kitchener that has printed all three books.

Freddy Farmer III is Sweet’s fifth book as a writer, including the comedic work of fiction for adult readers titled Newbridge and his first children’s book, Tuesdays Are Our Favourite Days. Sweet and Burton are not yet certain if there will be a fourth Freddy Farmer book. If another edition is added to the first three, Burton may have his daughter Katherine Burton-Urban paint the brushed outlines.

WSO concert a success

At the July 11 Council meeting, Leamington CAO Peter Neufeld shared with Council the success of the Windsor Symphony Orchestra performance at Rick Atkin Park on July 9.

The CAO said nearly 350 people were on hand for a weekend performance by the WSO woodwind quintet, calling it ‘the most perfect evening you could imagine’.

In addition to the compliments regarding the talent of the musicians, Neufeld said the municipality was praised for the beautiful setting and well manicured park.

Apartment fire displaces residents

Leamington Fire Services, Kingsville Fire Department, Essex Windsor EMS and Leamington OPP responded to a residential fire at an apartment building at 5 Plumbrook Avenue in Leamington at approximately 6:00 p.m. on July 9.

Twenty-four firefighters battled the blaze, and one firefighter was injured. Two people were rescued, but three pets passed away. Approximately 100 residents of the apartment building were displaced.

The cause of the fire has been determined as unattended cooking in a kitchen on the third floor.

Damage is major and is estimated at $435,000.

OBITUARY

Larry Bradley

In his 70th year, Larry Bradley passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday July 5, 2016 at Erie Shores Hospice.

Beloved husband of Louise. Dear father of Nickole Bergeron (Mike), Elysia Bradley (Butch Pillon). Loving grandfather of Will, Mitch and Hunter. Survived by special mother-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Larry was a sales rep for Frito Lay in the Leamington area for 43 years, an active member of the Leamington Lions Club for 40 years and a member of other clubs in the community.

At Larry’s request, there was no visitation or funeral service. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice, 194 Talbot St. W., Leamington, ON N8H 1N9 or to the Leamington Lions Club, P.O. Box 122, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W1.

Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

To have an obituary notice placed in the Southpoint Sun, please contact your funeral director.

Fiorina Ingratta

Fiorina (Mastronardi) Ingratta, 98 years, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 11, 2016.

Beloved wife of the late Igino (1984). Dear mother of Nick Ingratta (Margaret). Loving grandmother of Gene (Amy), Paul (Nadia), Nicholas (Lisa), and great-grandmother of Isabella, Oliver, Roslyn, Mateo and Maverick. Dear sister of the late Vincenzo (late Olympia), the late Armando (late Lisetta), the late Michele (late Teolina), the late Ercole (late Linetta, late Anna), and sister-in-law of Clotilde Ingratta (late Moretto), Lina Massanisso (late Pierino), the late Fedela Mastronardi (late Ercole), the late Bice Mastronardi (late Salvatore). Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Mass of the Resurrection at St. Joseph’s Church, 310 Sherk Street, Leamington, on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at 10 a.m. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation or Erie Shores Hospice.

Friends may share memories or make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Kids’ Fishing Derby another success

By Bryan Jessop

The 13th annual Kids’ Fishing Derby at Wheatley Harbour didn’t offer much in the way of bad luck. The Southwestern Outdoors Club presented the free event to a crowd of about 400 youths and their parents this year. The yearly function — wrapping up the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resource’s Family Fishing Week — continues to serve as a means to introduce children to recreational fishing and the outdoors. The Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent regions’ youngest fishing enthusiasts were greeted with nearperfect weather conditions for this year’s free derby, sponsored by Quality Deer

Management Association’s Southwest Ontario chapter, Canadian Tire Tilbury, Brooke and Jason Watorek of Seaton Window Systems, Linda and Vern Seaton of Seaton Enterprises, H.R. Desa Baits, Holiday Beach Resort, Bowman Feeds, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 Wheatley and Naples Pizza Wheatley.

“The whole idea is for everyone to have fun, fish, eat and try to win a prize,” said Southwestern Outdoors Club president Dan Reive, who thanked fellow SWOC members for volunteering their time to organize and run the derby. “It’s nice to see the parents bringing the kids out.”

Even the kids who couldn’t convince the fish to take the free bait offered by H.R. Desa Baits of the Prairie Siding area didn’t go home empty handed. Each participant received a new, free toy at the end of the event, which ran from 8 a.m. to roughly 1 p.m. Chris Gignac of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s Lake Erie Management Unit offered his services of measuring and recording the size of each fish while eight new bicycles — four boys’ and four girls’ — were offered as raffle

prizes after each entry was given a free ticket to enter.

The First Wheatley Scouts again offered lunch and snack items throughout the fivehour event. The OMNRF also brought along an electrofishing boat for display purposes.

Winners for the longest fish were based on four age categorires — zero to three, four to seven, eight to 12 and 13 to 16 years of age. This year’s biggest catches — which earned winners a trophy and a new fishing rod and reel — were declared as follows:

• 0-3 year olds — Josiah Hamm, two years old, 189mm largemouth bass;

• 4-7 year olds — Liam Coleman, four years old, 444mm sheepshead;

• 8-12 year olds — Oliver Friessen, eight years old, 497mm smallmouth bass;

• 13-16 year olds — Avery Arthur, 13 years old, 202mm white perch.

The bicycles, provided by sponsors and SWOC, were won by Cooper Lamb and Esmeralda Amaya in the 0-3 group, Liam Coleman and Estrella Amaya in the 4-7 category, David Tiessen and Paige Ouellette among 8-12 year olds and Aidan Wigle and Ariya Coppolla in the 1316 division.

The Jo-Anne I returns to Wheatley Harbour as about 400 children and adults attend the annual Southwestern Outdoors Club’s Kids Fishing Derby Saturday, July 9. The event wrapped up the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resource’s Family Fishing Week.

Josh Loewen and his friend Jacob Heinrichs look on as Chris Gignac of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resource’s Lake Erie Management Unit measures a catch by Loewen.

Marina to host third annual Walleye Derby

By Bryan Jessop

The Leamington Municipal Marina is again prepared to get local and not-so-local fishing enthusiasts hooked on a popular competition.

The third annual Leamington Walleye Derby will bring recreational fishermen and women back to the Leamington Municpal Marina Saturday, July 16. The rain-or-shine event has attracted entries from across Windsor-Essex, ChathamKent and other Southwestern Ontario communities as well as southern Michigan and northern Ohio. This year’s derby is again being organized in a partnership with the Kingsville Lions Club while the Leamington Kinsmen Club will open a cash bar at the event starting at noon.

The competition will again award cash prizes to the top 10 participants for walleye catches based on length. Based on a minimum of 300 entries, first place will be $1,500. Second place will earn a prize of $750 while third is valued at $500, fourth and fifth at $400 each, sixth at $300 and seventh through 10 at $200 each. About 550 tickets were sold for the first Leamington Walleye Derby in 2014, with similar numbers last year.

Each ticket for entry into the derby is again selling at $20. Tickets are currently being sold at the Leamington Municipal Marina (90 Robson Rd.) the Shell gas station at 40 Seacliff Drive West and locations out-

Dr. West, Bowman Feeds Ltd. in Wheatley, Happy Days Boat Centre on Cabana Road in Windsor and Strictly Fishing on Sandwich Street in Windsor at a cost of $20 each. (Sun file photo)

side of Leamington including Bowman Feeds Ltd. in Wheatley (117 Talbot St. E.) and Windsor’s Strictly Fishing (3399 Sandwich St.) and Happy Days Boat Centre (1475 Cabana Rd. E.). Leamington Municipal Marina senior lead hand Dave Pillon explained that tickets at the marina have been selling well, with con-

sistent walleye activity surrounding Leamington harbour waters in recent days and weeks.

“They’ve been really nailing them,” he noted. “The walleye are really biting in the lake this year. There should be some stiff competition going into the derby.”

As they have for the first two years, marina staff are

encouraging entries to dock their boats during or prior to the night before the derby in order to prevent and avoid a bottleneck effect at the ramp. A boat launch pass can be acquired for $13. Some competitors have already booked a launch pass for times prior to July 16.

The first flight of boats will depart from the marina harbour at 6 a.m. and will return for measurements at 2:30 p.m. Departure and measurement times for the

second flight will be 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., respectively.

DJ music will begin at the pavilion at 5 p.m. A barbecue featuring sponsored perch plates will be available following prize presentations slated for a 4:30 p.m. start. In total, awards and prizes are expected to exceed $7,750. Post derby festivities will continue until 10 p.m.

“The walleye are really biting in the lake this year. There should be some stiff competition going into the derby.” — Dave Pillon

For more information on this year’s Leamington Walleye Derby, contact the marina at 519-326-0834.

Leamington Marina manager Ronan Oliver stands next to a promotional poster for the First Annual Leamington Walleye Derby in 2014. Tickets to participate in the third annual event are available at the Leamington Marina, the Shell gas station at 40 Seacliff

Midgets edge Wyoming 6-5

The Leamington Midget Lakers jumped out to a 6-1 lead on Thursday evening, July 7, and then hung on to defeat the Wyoming Wranglers 6-5 in Sun Parlour Midget league baseball action.

With the tying run on second, Lucas Lamotte struck out the Wyoming batter to end the game.

James Hiebert earned the win, pitching four strong innings. Kameron Wall came on and threw two innings of shutout ball, setting the stage for Lamotte’s save.

Aidan Massad and Anthony Fehr had two hits each for the locals. Brett Enns, K. Wall, Ryan Wall, Derrick Antunes and Emilio Gomez had single tallies.

The Lakers travel to Ancaster this weekend to compete in the Matthew Krol Memorial Tournament.

Wheatley Women’s ball hockey

After a festive Canada Day long weekend the ladies were back in action on Monday, July 4. The first game saw Johnston Net & Twine defeat Anthony Keats Marine 3-0. Scoring for Johnston’s were Tracy Sample, Kaily Zack and Amy Brown.

The second game of the evening saw The Wheatley Journal lose to the Car Barn squad 4-1. Scoring for car Barn was Ryah Cottingham and Angele Stammler with two goals each. The lone marker for The Journal was netted by Christine Hopper, assisted by Jill Walker.

DAYNA MAITRE

The better letter

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. It’s such a relevant little snippet of wisdom that can apply to practically everything anyone’s ever tried to do, with a few notable exceptions such as skydiving and outrunning large, powerful predators. In most facets of life, second chances abound.

It seems that the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League’s intention of advancing to Tier II Junior A status is no exception. The application to do so in 2014 was shot down by the league’s governing body (the Ontario Hockey Association) based on the fact that the OJHL was previously told that it would be the only Tier II A game in town… well, the province. Representatives (i.e. team owners) of the GOJHL were not impressed, and who could blame them? They were never made aware of the agreement between the OHA and OJHL until the application came to be.

For me, the lyrics of a certain Black Sabbath tune come to mind. The chorus to “Never Say Die” seems appropriate in the B league’s attitude toward advancing by a letter, but as things stand right now, it’s the opening line that seems most appropriate — “People going nowhere, taken for a ride…”

BRYAN JESSOP

a combination of OJHL and GOJHL teams — each and every one of which was eligible to apply for a spot in this new top-notch OHA loop. You’d think that it would have been the Junior B teams who were intimidated by the prospect of going head-to-head with the other league’s franchises, since they were labelled as belonging to the lesser of the two existing groups. Nope. A handful of GOJHL teams applied, but none of the then-37 members of the Tier II A league dared throw its hat into the ring. Maybe it was the $25,000 deposit that scared them off (kind of sounds like the non-refundable $2 million that the NHL screwed Quebecor out of in its bid for an expansion team, but I won’t go there… again). Maybe it was just the thought of a travel schedule that could have stretched from the far end of the GTA into Essex County. When expenses are a factor, so too is geography.

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To make a long story short, GOJHL teams were getting fed up with their top players being snatched up by OJHL teams and figured if their league were to acquire the same letter-based status, the exodus from Point B to Point A (so to speak) would grind to a halt. Again, can’t say I blame them. The OJHL was/is no doubt content with having a source from which to snap up talent to improve its own calibre of play and at least in its own collective mind, give the OHL a run for its money. The last thing it wanted was that source to be branded with the same letter designation — that would’ve put an end to that gravy train right quickly. The counter argument was that the GOJHL was the only Junior B league in the province and as such, it might make the OHA look kind of dopey to offer Tier II Junior A, Junior C and nothing in between. Anyone remember the “Tomorrow’s Game” strategy? Part of it was already achieved when Junior D teams (the SOJHL) merged with Junior C. Provincially, there are now eight C leagues, making for a very neat and tidy playoff format of quarters, semis and finals for those eight championship clubs. Mission accomplished, pats on the back and fine Cuban cigars for all.

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The next phase of the mission hasn’t gone so smoothly. The final product of Tomorrow’s Game was to take Tier II Junior A, Junior B, Junior C and Junior D and rejig the whole system into Premier, Division I and Division II. The Premier league was to be

Anyway, had the whole thing gone according to plan, successful A and B applicants would have become the Premier league, unsuccessful and unwilling A and B teams would have become Division I and the merged C and D squads would simply have been rebranded Division II. There probably would have been a whole lot of squawking about who was accepted into the Premier league and who wasn’t, but it would have at least circumvented this whole A vs. B thing — B teams would have had their chance to join the loftier A group and put a stop to the loss of players seeking greener pastures.

Many argue that the level of talent in the GOJHL is virtually equal to that in the OJHL. That particular debate brings me to my first of two crazy ideas — an “A vs. B” Showcase Tournament, perhaps scheduled in similar format to the GOJHL’s season-starting gathering in London. It would take place at roughly mid-season, maybe as a sort of “All Star Weekend” or something like that. Top A teams would take on top B teams, middle-of-the-pack clubs would go toe-to-toe and cellar dwellers would meet cellar dwellers. It sounds ludicrous, but it just might settle the argument over whether or not the GOJHL is Tier II A worthy.

Here’s my second idea, which is even nuttier. Why not have the OHA do away with letter designation altogether? In a manner of speaking, it’s already happened. Did you know that the Great Lakes Junior C League is no longer the Great Lakes Junior C League? Nope, it’s now the Bill Stobbs League, named after the Chatham Sports Hall of Famer who’s spent many a year as convenor or chairperson with a variety of different leagues. Actually, the eight aforementioned C leagues aren’t even classified as OHA Junior C anymore — they’re now the Provincial Junior Hockey League (PJHL), grouped together in much the same way the West, Midwest and Golden Horseshoe became the GOJHL starting in 2007. Truth be told, most players, coaches and fans know how all these junior hockey leagues stack up against each other with or without a letter designation. Sure, it’d blur the lines a bit (especially for OHA newcomers/rookies) for a while, but I think everything would sort itself out soon enough. We don’t need Pro A, Pro B and Pro C prefix or suffix for the NHL, AHL and ECHL respectively.

Word has it that if the GOJHL is denied Tier II A status a second time, it’ll remove itself from Hockey Canada’s jurisdiction. Yet again, Black Sabbath lyrics come to mind — this time with the song Tomorrow’s Dream. I won’t get into quotes, but 13 of the tune’s 16 lines would apply to the situation if it came down to the GOJHL going “outlaw” — especially if you replace the word “Dream” with “Game.”

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Hot weather greets TT senior golfers

By Bob McLean

Although it was a rather hot, sticky July 5, sixty senior golfers at Talbot Trail golf course enjoyed the sunny, bright skies. Many of the walking participants sought shelter in the shade of the many trees whenever they could. The greens and fairways were in excellent condition despite the dry conditions that we have experienced.

The 85y+ super seniors did very well. Orville Ellwood and Dave La Bonte tied with excellent 53 results. Scotsman Westrop, Bill Edwards and Murray Cascadden also had terrific scores of 54, 55 and 56 respectively. The league’s oldest super senior, Bill Hutchinson, always plays inspiring golf and ended up with another commendable score.

The 80-84y division didn’t have very many players out, but Carl Robinson regained his golfing form quickly as he fired a masterful 46. Gerry Becigneul played superbly as he came in with an inspiring 49. Steady Eddie Woelk earned a satisfying 51. Walter Balsam also had a fine result.

In the 74-79y division, three players tied for top spot with very impressive 41s. The three golfers who had this outstanding score were Don Willan, Paul Brown and Vic Reynaert. Joe Vertel placed second with his excellent 42. Both Mike Wright and Bob Scott played very solid golf as they merited 43 and 44 respectively. Gerald Rivait and Ross MacKintosh earned very commendable 45 and 46 scores respectively. Bob Patchett and Eugene Abbruzzese achieved praiseworthy 47s. Terry Bee scored a satisfying 49. There were three golfers receiving nifty 50 results: Pete Daudlin, Andy Orsini and Ray Foster. Gary Wilson also had a fine game.

Closest to the pin winner on #9 was Ed Woelk who hit a spectacular shot close to the pin. Paul Harrison must have been thrilled as he sank a 22 footer on #2 to win the long putt for the day.

E.S. Thursday night

men’s golf

With 128 points, Team Byron Nelson still remains the crew to catch in the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club. They now have an 11-point lead over Team Sam Snead, the second place contenders, who are slipping further behind with their total of 117 points.

Team Tom Watson has jumped into third spot, just three points back with 114. The Jack Nicklaus squad is another 5 behind in fourth place with 109 points, while Team Tiger Woods drops to fifth place with 106 points which gives them an 8 point advantage over the sixth place team of Gary Player.

Mike Ferreira had the low round of the night scoring an impressive three under par 32 that was 3 better than the even par 35 rounds shot by Ward Hutchins and Bill Ruiter. Finishing another one stroke behind with one over par scores of 36 were Raoul Morin, Van Tan, Geoff Dunmore, Tim Towle, Tim Tiessen and John Rutgers.

In the handicap scoring there was a ton of golfers coming in with hot rounds. Jim Dueckman finished first with the low net round of 5 under net 30, while John Balkwill and Jerry Meloche tied for second with 4 under par net 31s. Brian Geddes and Matt Quiring were right behind with 3 under par net scores of 32.

Mike Ferreira and Matt Quiring both picked up two skins in the skins game, while Geoff Dunmore, Bob Dick, Claudio Sabelli, Derrick Hutchins and Brian Plumb all had singles.

On a night where Mike Ferreira totally dominated all areas of play, Mike also made the longest putt and was closest to the pin on hole #3. In the only other area of skills competition, Herman Bergen had the longest drive of the evening.

In the 68-72y division, Pat Hill fired an outstanding 40 to lead the way. Rick Thompson and Bob McLean were close behind as they merited terrific 41s. Steadily improving Bummy Omstead came in with a masterful 43. Bill Ward and Rick Epplett played very well as they came in with solid 44s. (Wiz, watch out as Rick seems posed to conquer you.) Mike Getty achieved a very praiseworthy 45. Gary Benninger and Richard Humber obtained satisfying 46s. Five players who scored with gratifying 47s were Ray La Pierre, Al Zanuttini, Larry Schmidt, Paul Harrison and Mac Hyatt. Jerry Paine had a very satisfying 48. The kid group, 50-67y, also played very well. With Dutchy away, Ken Krueger soared to top spot with his very spectacular 37. Jerry Omstead continued his impressive play by shooting a 39. Terry Scratch has been steadily improving his game and earned a masterful 41. Dave Overholt was a mere one shot back with his excellent 42. Jamie Arquette and John

Blood played very well and they scored noteworthy 44s. John Liddell merited a solid 46. Art Regehr and Steve Longeway earned satisfying 47s. Howard Mulrain continued his fine play by scoring a 49.

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E.S. senior men’s golf

With 12 guests from Chatham joining the Erie Shores senior men’s league July 4 in a home and home visit, 84 golfers enjoyed another fine day for golf.

Fifty-fifty winners were Willy Patkau and Barry Miller. Closest to pin on #3 was Earl Dunmore and on #16 it was Ray Ozorio. Longest putt on #9 was made by Matt Dinchik and on #17 it was done by Orest Hrynewich.

In a game of two best low nets, the team of Don Mensch, Ron Tremblay, Frank Dick and Vic Marcovecchio won. Second place went to Ray Ozorio, Earl Dunmore, Dick Segedin and Ron Tiessen. Third place went to Roger Hodgson, Dave Wilkinson, Ron Gagne, and Gary McRae. The team of Heinz Kosempel, Matt Dinchik, Francis Garant and John St. James won fourth place.

Low gross shooter with a fine 4 over par 75 was had by Richard Reive, followed closely by Dave Wilkinson’s 76. Also shooting sub 80 rounds at 78 each were Ron Tiessen and Jim Sudds.

Dave Wilkinson and Jim Sudds led the birdie parade with 3 each, while Ted Dube, Richard Reive, Richard Leslie, and Ed Schachoskoy each had 2 birds. Mike Wright birdied #2, and John St. James, Ed Krahn and Earl Dunmore birdied #3. The 9th hole was birdied by Matt Dinchik, Matt Dick and Ed Krahn. Bill Conn birdied #11, Ron Tiessen and Willy Patkau birdied #12, Heinz Kosempel birdied #14, and Tom Bondy birdied the tough 17th hole.

Sign up for the Flamingo Restaurant Senior Men’s League by visiting essenior league@gmail.com. Shot gun start is 8 a.m. sharp.

To follow the complete list of the league’s weekly results and find out more about upcoming matches and fun nights, go to www.erieshoresgolf.com and click on the Official Thursday Night Men’s League Website.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters needs volunteers

Big Brothers Big Sisters Windsor-Essex is currently looking for volunteers from the Leamington and Kingsville area, as well as other areas in the county to commit to becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister to a child or youth in the community.

If you believe that you can make a difference in a child’s life and can commit to a minimum of one year, for a few hours a week, check out the website and online orientation at www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca/ Volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters is fun, easy, and benefits both the mentors and the child or youth they are matched with. But there are also important requirements and responsibilities that come along with mentoring, so it is not for everyone. The online orientation will provide you with the information you need to determine whether mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor-Essex is something that is right for you.

The orientation also provides guidance on how to proceed if you decide that mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters is something that you would like to pursue.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Windsor-Essex is also looking for volunteers from the Leamington area to volunteer in a group mentoring setting called On Track to Success which takes place from September to June throughout the school year. For more information, also complete the online orientation at the link above or call 519-945-5232 ext. 23 to speak with Rose Culmone, Director of Programs.

Mentoring is about being a friend to a child or youth. You’d be amazed at what a little friendship, attention and gentle guidance can bring to the life of a child!

Progs golf report

HOT! HOT! HOT! Did I mention that July 5 was hot for 59 Erie Shores proggers? Yes it was, indeed. How were the scores? Definitely not hot.

It was particularly not a good day for Pete Andary, who might have gotten a little hot under the collar. Pete posted a nasty -10, leading his team to last place with -33. If that wasn’t bad enough, Pete claimed the 3 putt snake several times during his round. Pete even had a four putt, just like Ernie Els did this year. I’d say Pete was a bit hot. I can just imagine that pizza dough getting smacked and flattened with extra gusto.

Pete shouldn’t feel too bad because Frank Gow eclipsed the -10 with his -12. That ties Frank for the most negative score for the year.

There is always one team, no matter how it is selected, that seems to have all the plus scores. Last week it was Team D. You will see many repeat names. These include Henry Hildebrandt, Gary McRae, Claudio Sabelli, Bill Gherasim, Garth Dennerley, Harry Badz, Gene Bouliane, Dan McQueen, Orest Hrynewich, Ed Schachowskoy, Ron Koop, Ollie Mastronardi, Joe Verhoeven and Dan Musuronchan. Each golfer collected $10 for their combined +28.

In the skins game, $15 was awarded for each skin. Collecting 2 skins was Bill Slater, Bill Kelly, Gary McRae, Ed Schachowskoy, Claudio Sabelli and Bill Gherasim. You can see that most of those that won skins were also on the winning team.

The best golfers were Claudio Sabelli (+8), Richard Reive (+7), and tied for third were Bill Gherasim and Gary McRae. Claudio received $20, Richard $15, and Bill and Gary shared $10.

Even though Bill Slater had 2 birdies, he was only able to end up with a +2. Bill needed 14 points. He got 8 of those points on 2 holes. On 11 of the holes, Bill pocketed 11 doubles for zero points. Thank goodness for birdies or he may have ended up with Frank Gow.

Ladies 18 hole golf

It was a hot sticky day for golf at Erie Shores, but everyone in the 18-hole ladies league finished on Tuesday, July 5 – Unico Day. Everyone was dressed in Unico colors: red, navy and yellow. The game was Just 3s. The winners in A flight were Tym Brannagan, Annie Pump and Brenda Ruiter. B Flight winners were Mary Wilson and Jean Penner. C Flight winners were Cheryl Rutgers and Mary Lappan.

There were 10 chip-ins: Jo-Anne Smith on #5; Emily Oldenburg on #5, #6 and #13; Tym Brannagan on #5; Brenda Ruiter on #2 and #5; Mary Lappan on #3; Mary Wilson on #6; and Carolyn Kelly on #1.

Great job, ladies.

Campers Cove holds annual golf tourney

The 37th annual Campers Cove Golf Tournament was held at Talbot Trail Golf Course on Sat. July 9.

This was a scramble type tournament and the winners were Wayne Gagen, Steve Mifflin, Kevin Gagen and Brian Gagen.

Longest drive winners were Laurie Joinville for the women and Randy Joinville for the men. Closest to the pin were Marilyn Lyons for the women and Doug Marsh for the men. Closest to the line went to Joy Stull for the women and to Colin Hutchins for the men.

A luncheon and prize table were held at the Campers Cove Shelter.

No Drama at Two Creeks this Sunday

Two Creeks Conservation Area will echo with the sounds of good ol’ rock and roll this Sunday with No Drama, a genuine rock band performing great covers such as “Born To Be Wild”, “Honky Tonk Woman” and BTO’s “Taking Care of Business”. However, No Drama is also into country so expect some great storytelling songs as well.

The talent of this band becomes obvious as soon as you hear the heavy rhythm picked up by massive chords on the guitar then making space for clear vocals.

No Drama knows their stuff and will entertain you Sunday, July 17 at Two Creeks starting at 6:30 p.m. Two Creeks is just north of Wheatley and on Kent Rd. 1. Bring your lawn chairs or blanket. Concerts are free, although the hat is passed to help offset costs. Refreshments are available from 1st Wheatley Scouts.

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No Drama will perform at Two Creeks this Sunday, From left to right are Rob Gerhardt, Tim Byrne, Glenn Gregory, Tim Staley, Wayne Durant.

1927 Dodge Brothers sedan at Canadian Automotive Museum

Since 1963, the Canadian Automotive Museum at 99 Simcoe St. South in Oshawa has been the home of a dazzling array of historic vehicles, some dating back to over a century. One of the latest acquisitions is a solid and original 1927 Dodge Brothers Model A sedan recently donated by Dave Atkinson of Markham. It was first owned by Joseph Malfara of Willowdale, and later sold to Dave in 1996. The original price when new was $1310 and the car is equipped with a four-cylinder engine with 212.5 cubic inches cranking out 24 horsepower. For 1927, the engine was given five main bearings instead of the previous three, greatly adding to the smoothness and performance of our feature car.

The Dodge brothers, John and Horace, were born in Michigan and were trained as machinists who began building quality bicycles in Windsor in 1899. By 1901, they had a factory in Detroit building parts for cars. A year later, that factory received an order from the Olds Motor Works for 3,000 transmissions. Soon after that, they were supplying the Ford Motor Company with engines and other chassis parts transported through the streets of Detroit on wagons hauled by teams of horses. Henry Ford offered them a 10% interest in his company, which the brothers eagerly accepted.

Following a dispute with Henry Ford in 1914, the Dodge brothers began building cars bearing their name. The first one appeared in November of that year as a 1915 model and was well received with 22,000 applications for dealerships. Both Dodge brothers died in 1920 and their widows sold the company in 1925 to a group of New York banking interests for $146 million.

Dodge cars in Canada were built in a factory on Dufferin Street in Toronto from 1924 to 1928. Our feature car at the Oshawa Museum was built in Toronto with serial number A710914. Standard equipment included a tool kit, jack,

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speedometer, ammeter, electric horn, theft-proof lock on the transmission, bumpers, rear tire carrier, rear view mirror, and a headlight dimmer. Wire wheels were optional.

In 1928, Walter Chrysler bought the Dodge Company and moved production from Toronto to Windsor, where he already had a factory building Chrysler cars. He also added the new DeSoto and Plymouth, all beginning in 1928. That’s when people started talking about the Big Three.

I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, P.O. Box 255, 25 John Street, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in my column receives a free autographed copy of my book “Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to 1965.”

Ladies Enjoy Great Golf Day

1927 Dodge at Canadian Automotive Museum. Note solid disc wheels.

Front view shows temperature gauge above radiator.

A warm day of golf last week ended with a great meal, courtesy of Unico foods, and prepared by Flamingo Restaurant at Erie Shores Golf and Country Club. The monthly ladies golf leagues Unico winners were Lynda McAnally, Jean Penner and Sue O’Hara, each receiving a Unico Gift House, with a number of Unico food products inside. (Submitted photo)

Principal’s Honour Roll: Melanie Asselin 92.67%; Rae-Anne Coulter 87.5; Rebecca Daoud 93; Damien DaParteira 84.67; Ally Dries 94.5; Riley Gabriele 88.33; Valere Gaspard 91.83; Rebecca Knight 88.33; Louise Lapain 87.17; Gerrid LaSala 84.67; Mikala Malkoun 94; Liam Mastronardi 90.17; Chantel Mendes 88.17; Maddy Morin 87.17; Daniel Nehmetallah 88.33; Dominique Nickels 93.33; Cristina Pearce 90.5; Gabrielle Policella 96.33; Nicholas Porrone 88.83; Kalista Pouget 91.16; Connor Rivest 88.33; Nicholas Saad 82; Chelsea Salter 94.17; Brooklyn Sarkis 84.67; Alyssa Tavares 85; Josh Van Roie 87.67; Rebecca Vermeulen 88.67; Lauren Youssef 90.17.

Honour Roll: Adriana Abbas 80%; Zachary Barrette 81.5; Francesco Battaglia 81.83; Alec Bukovac 80.83; Derek Carepa 87.33; Josie Georges 83; Shannon Guerreiro 81.67; Melissa Jacobs 83.33; Madison Jeffery 80.5; Christopher Labate 84; Brandon Lavadan 81.83; Lauren Market 80.5; Adalynn McLellan 80; Daniel Metcalfe 84; Antonio Raffoul 85.67; Dawson Rawlings 81.17; Connor Ribble 83.83; Olivia Soulliere 83.33.

Ontario Scholars: Adriana Abbas 80%; Zachary Barrette 81.5; Francesco Battaglia 81.83; Alec Bukovac 80.83; Derek Carepa 87.33; Josie Georges 83; Shannon Guerreiro 81.67; Melissa Jacobs 83.33; Madison Jeffery 80.5; Christopher Labate 84; Brandon Lavadan 81.83; Lauren Market 80.5; Adalynn McLellan 80; Daniel Metcalfe 84; Antonio Raffoul 85.67; Dawson Rawlings 81.17; Connor Ribble 83.83; Olivia Soulliere 83.33.

School Awards

Catholic Student Award: Sarah Kiteley. Valedictorian Award: Gabrielle Policella.

Math Commitment Award: Nicholas Porrone. Kit Lacasse Christian Student Award: Louise Lapain.

Science Commitment Award: Chelsea Salter.

School and Work Award: Rebecca Vermeulen. Academic and Extra-Curricular Award: Chelsea Salter.

Cougar Commitment Award: Rebecca Knight. School Life Award: Valere Gaspard. Cougar Spirit Award: Cristina Pearce. Community Involvement and Service Award: Jordan Robinson.

Cardinal Carter School Bursary: Rebecca Knight. Principal’s Award: Chelsea Salter.

Cardinal Carter Prom Award: Dominique Nickels, Mikala Malkoun.

Business Commitment Award: Riley Gabrielle. Commitment to Physical Education Award: Louise Lapain.

Social Science Commitment Award: Kasia Dyck, Ally Dries.

Cardinal Carter High School 2016 Graduation

English Commitment Award: Ally Dries.

Commitment to French Immersion: Mikala Malkoun.

Commitment to the Arts: Taylar Newton.

Technical Studies Commitment Award: Zachary Barrette.

Student Parliament Award: Valere Gaspard.

Achievement Award: Deven Anastacio.

Cougar Champion Award: Thomas Galata, Natasha Dyck, Amber Fittler, Samuel Raffoul.

Catholic Studies Theological Commitment Award: Gabrielle Policella.

Staff Recognition Award: Chantel Mendes.

Major C: Ally Dries, Gabrielle Policella, Valere Gaspard, Rebecca Daoud, Nicholas Porrone, Rebecca Knight, Louise Lapain, Gerrid La Sala, Chelsea Salter.

Judy Ouellette Memorial Peer Ministry Award: Sarah Kiteley.

Salutatorian: Nicholas Porrone.

SHSM in Sports Award: Dawson Rawlings, Connor Ribble, Chantel Mendes, Isaiah Jimenez De Leon, Adriana Abbas, Rebecca Daoud.

Governor General’s Award: Gabrielle Policella.

Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award for Students: Louise Lapain.

SHSM in Hospitality Award: Sarah Kiteley, Jordan Eagle.

French Immersion Certificate: Charbel Andary, Monica Badour, Rebecca Daoud, Samantha Gaspar, Valere Gaspard, Josie Georges, Pedro Kantati, Emily Kim, Mikala Malkoun, Liam Mastronardi, Peter Najem, James Saba, Brooklyn Sarkis, Siera Simoni.

OYAP Award: Scott Wigfield.

Community Awards

Leamington Portuguese Community Club Bursary: Derek Carepa.

Roma Club Bursary: Gabrielle Policella.

Leamington Kinsmen Club’s Irv Cantor Memorial Bursary: Brooklyn Sarkis.

St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus Bursary: Melanie Asselin.

St. Michael’s Knights of Columbus G. Stephen Hudders Memorial Bursary: Rebecca Daoud.

Dr. Phyllis E. Bradshaw Foundation Trust Bursary: Louise Lapain.

Knights of Columbus Council 8233 Kingsville Bursary Award: Rebecca Vermeulen.

Knights of Columbus Council 8233 Kingsville Excellence Award: Cristina Pearce.

O.P.P. Cops for Charity Bursary: James Saba.

Leamington Rotary Club Scholarship: Madison Morin.

Libro Credit Union Award: Liam Mastronardi.

Wheatley Lioness Club Bursary: Monica Piorro.

Source for Sports Norman F. Bodle Memorial Award: Gerrid La Sala.

St. Anthony’s Maronite Knights of Columbus

Bursary: Valere Gaspard.

Sir Winston Churchill IODE Bursary: Ally Dries.

St. Michael’s C.W.L. Bursary: Rebecca Daoud.

St. Clair College Entrance Awards: Noele Baptista, Monica Badour, Derek Carepa, Lauren Market, Dawson Rawlings, Rebecca Knight, Allyssa Tavares. Collins Barrow Leamington Bursary: Rebecca

Visitation Parish

Daoud.

Bursary: Ally Dries. Father Vincent Gleeson Award: Rebecca Daoud. Unifor Local 195 Bursary: Samantha Gaspar, Rebecca Daoud. Team Olivito Bursary: Madison Morin.

FOR RENT

ERIE APARTMENTS

137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call 519-325-8592

LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach.

Amenities include:

• library and social rooms

• new Smart Card “no coin” laundry

• beautiful lobby

• underground parking

• outdoor balconies

• FREE utilities and window coverings

• Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management. Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819

HOUSE FOR RENT. Newer semi-detached 3 bedroom in Leamington, with attached garage and central air. Available immediately. Call 519-816-0068. jul13

1 BEDROOM DUPLEX in Wheatley. Quiet street, backyard with patio, parking, no stairs, appliances. Ideal for retiree or single person. No Pets. $750 per month plus utilities. Available August 1st. Please call 519-324-8191 . jn8-tf

CAMELOT SHIRES APARTMENTS

Beautiful, secure building in a good location. 1 and 2 bedroom available. Utilities and parking included. Call Bob 519-324-7945 or 519-322-8504

YARD SALES

HUGE YARD SALESaturday, July 16 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. 623 Mersea Road 5, Leamington. Everything is $1 or less!! Books, shoes, clothing, DVDs and more. Many new items. jul13

HOT DOGS FOR HOSPICE

BBQ. Friday, July 29 - 12 noon to 8:00 pm. $5 gets a hotdog, bag of chips & pop. Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. South in Downtown Leamington (across from CIBC). All proceeds go directly to Leamington Hospice. jn29-jul27

KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 - Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $14 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $12. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. 519-7335162 (office) or 519-7339081 (bar). ja6-tf

SENIORS DANCE- featuring Timeless Tunes with special guest Gord Ciliska. Dance to the tunes of the early 1900s. Rhine Danube Club, Leamington, Sunday, July 17. Doors open at 1pm, dance from 2-5 pm. $5 general admission. Cash bar, some food available to buy. Call 519-5626 or 519-3260428 for information. ja13

DECKS - POWERWASHED & SEALED,back to new condition and protected from the elements. Call Larry at 519-326-2770. jul13-20

PRINTING: BUSINESS ENVELOPES,invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Jim at The Sounthpoint Sun for quick and economical service, 519-398-9098. tf SERVICES

PERSONALS

A NICE GUY LOOKINGfor a lady friend to hang out with and get to know. Call Marko at 519-324-6989. jul13-27

Advertise your Coming Event in the Classifieds for only $10 a week (word ads only)

AUCTIONS

Jack Morris Auctions Inc. Lakefront Property by Auction at 224 Robson Road, Leamington Saturday, August 6 at 2 PM

A ‘Diamond in the Rough’ property with a 2408 Sq. Ft. dwelling & fantastic view of the Lake. Open House – Saturday, July 23 from 10 am to 12 noon Property sells subject to owner approval. For details call Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 jmorauct@wavedirect.net or www.jackmorrisauctions.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED. - New Castle Farm/West Pointe Greenhouses/1830176

Ontario Inc. is looking for general labourers for greenhouse work. Must have 1 year experience. Mail resume to New Castle Farm, 414 Mersea Road 3, Leamington N8H 3V5 jul13-se7

APARTMENT MANAGERS. FULL TIME - Must live on site to manage and maintain building. Janitorial and handy-man duties. Position includes apartment and salary. Please forward resume to: Box 14, Leamington, N8H 3W1. jul6-tf

IZA DESIGN AND Manufacturing is hiring! Looking for Welders and Assemblers! Send resumes to ccocks@izadm.com (please note which job applying for) or apply within at 1960 Road 3 E, Kingsville. jn15-jl13

NOW LOOKING FOR APPLE CREW TEAM MEMBERS! - Earn extra spending money for Christmas! Looking for team members of all ages. We need your expertise this fall. Weekends are our busiest times. Call 519-326-5828 to find out more information. jul13

Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. Minimum Wage to start. 44 hours per week. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment. No education or experience is required. Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

Westmoreland Sales Leamington, Ontario

One of Leamington’s largest grower, importer, exporter and packer of greenhouse vegetables has an immediate opening for:

QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR

Reporting to the Quality Control Manager, you will be responsible to conduct random samples from each lot and inspect the sample for proper size, weight, quality and temperature and prepare detailed reports.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year experience;

• Knowledge of fresh produce;

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.;

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;

• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

Please email resume to: jobs@westmorelandsales.com or fax resume to: 519-322-3449 Please no phone calls.

Staff

JOB DETAILS:

• Full-time permanent

• Monday to Saturday

• $11.25 to start with the ability to advance

• Healthcare Benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Packing and grading of produce as directed by Line Leads

• Maintain product quality standards that meet product specifications

• Maintain a sanitized and organized department that meets all food safety requirements

• Respect all other employees and work in a professional manner at all times projecting a good company image

• Work in various positions at the required speed of service and with the desired sense of urgency

• Other duties as assigned

• Ability to work in the greenhouse as required

• Excellent multi-tasking skills under pressure and manual dexterity

• Ability to lift up 20 lb boxes

• Flexibility to work extended hours, including Saturdays

• Follow all policies and procedures as it relates to Human Resources, Health and Safety and Food Safety

If you possess these attributes, please forward your resume to hr@orangelinefarms.com

It is vital that you have a positive attitude, great energy, excellent attendance and punctuality.

If

about addiction in the communities of Wheatley, Pelee Island, Kingsville and Leamington and would like to share your talents and energy in making our communities safer and healthier places; consider joining the board of this new non profit agency located at 15 John St., in Leamington.

“Be the change you want to see” Application is on the website or call 519-990-2350 for more information

We are looking for people who represent: Recovered from Lived Experience; Finance, Legal, Educators, Justice System, Emergency Service, Municipal Services Workers, Local Partners in Addict on Services.

Nature Fresh Farms is looking to fill permanent full time positions for General Labour at $11.25/hour.

Job Description: Variation of Greenhouse and Warehouse duties. Specific duties can include: packing, planting, string tying, pruning, deleafing, twisting, clipping, picking, sorting, crop clean out, bio control, farm machinery operator.

You will have the potential to earn piece rate if production rate is high, however will earn no less than minimum wage. Please note climates can be very warm and hours will vary, must be available Monday-Saturday. Uniforms may be a requirement in some work areas and will be provided by the company. Weekly cleaning costs will apply. Safety shoes are mandatory. Experience is an asset however if the candidate shows commitment and potential we are willing to train.

Recruiters, please do not respond to this ad.

Please apply by:

Fax: 519-326-6356, In person: 634 Mersea Rd. 7 Via email: jobs@naturefresh.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Commodity Manager - Produce

Responsibilities Include:

• Creates produce allocations based on customer specifications and inventory levels

• Ensures allocations are distributed, updated throughout the day and executed with Production

• Routinely checks product quality in inventory and ensures inventory is being rotated properly (FIFO)

• Coordinates and assists in communicating customers’ expectations with Production, and Shipping

• Ensures constant communication with sales on ad planning, product movement

• Ensures constant communication with buyer to determine purchasing product volumes needed to bridge growing gaps, cover ad’s and fill volumes

• Constant contact with farms on picking forecasts to stay on top of inventory volumes, sizes and quality to better plan

• Makes suggestions to Sales for the disposal/movement of surplus commodities in a timely fashion

• Routinely monitors, verifies, and gives feedback to Production on their accuracy of product grading

• Organizes orders in Famous software by origin and location and decides where product should be packed (internal or external)

Qualifications:

• University Degree and/or College Diploma in Business

• Minimum 3 years experience in produce Industry w/ produce quality knowledge

• Famous software experience is an asset

• Must have strong time management skills with emphasis on meeting deadlines

• Highly energetic and assertive with strong leadership skills

• Excellent, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills careers@muccifarms

Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and Manage Team of (8) employees consisting of Buyers and Inventory Clerks

• Manage Direct and Indirect Spend categories which include Corrugate, Resin (Trays, Films, Bags), Labels and MRO supplies

• Capital Equipment Sourcing

• Work in conjunction with Packaging Development Manager, Sales & Marketing to source and develop new packaging formats

• Negotiate contracts, evaluate and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids with suppliers

• Prepare and present reports regarding market conditions and organizational spend to Senior Management

• Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory flow, reduce waste and develop appropriate min / max levels

• Ensures storage and inventory control are performed in an efficient manner

• Update Senior Management on any current or foreseeable inventory issues Qualifications:

• University Degree and/or College Diploma in Business

• Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in a management role with Purchasing and Inventory Control

• PMAC Certificate and/or S.C.M.P. Designation

• Strong negotiation skills to effectively negotiate with Suppliers

• Must have strong time management skills with emphasis on meeting deadlines

• Highly energetic and assertive with strong leadership skills

• Experience in leading and managing a team

• Advanced MS office skills (Excel)

• Excellent, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills careers@muccifarms

Maintenance Manager

*Full-Time, permanent, 6-days a week to a minimum of 44 hrs/wk; Additional hours may include Saturdays, depending on workload and priorities.

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Leads maintenance department and directs maintenance activities related to all facilities and equipment repair and installation.

• Communicates daily with operations personnel to prioritize maintenance activities and escalates issues as required.

• Coordinates work of outside contractors and ensures that the facility operates in a safe and efficient manner providing the best cost reduction solutions.

• Maintain PM schedule that ensures machine reliability and coordination with production schedule needs

• Sources equipment, tooling and spare parts. Participates in new equipment purchases and responsible for the coordination of “Pre-Start Review” on all new equipment.

• Develops and implements new methods, systems, policies & procedures to ensure efficient and effective operation of maintenance activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Educational background in mechanical or engineering technology (diploma or degree), coupled with a Millwright and/or Electrician license (or equivalent) is considered an asset

• Minimum of 5 years progressive experience and responsibility in plant maintenance.

• Minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role is required.

• Solid trouble-shooting and problem solving skills and experience with preventative (predictive) maintenance.

• Knowledgeable of Ontario Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regulations

RURAL DELIVERY DRIVERS

The Southpoint Sun is Leamington's weekly community newspaper and is seeking drivers on a contract basis for our rural delivery routes. We take pride in having our newspaper delivered in a timely and professional manner. We are looking for reliable individuals with a good work ethic.

If you have prior newspaper motor delivery experience and are available Wednesdays all day please contact us.

Requirements:

• Previous motor delivery experience required.

• Must be available all day Wednesday.

• Must have reliable delivery vehicle (minivan ideal) and valid insurance and licence.

• Must be physically able to lift newspapers and flyer bundles.

If you are interested in becoming a rural delivery driver for the Southpoint Sun please call: 519-398-9098 or email: sun@southpointsun.ca

Public Notice of Pesticide Use

The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds along all municipal rural roadsides within the Municipality of Leamington.

The Municipality will be treating rural roadside ditches using:

1. IPCO Factor 540 containing the active ingredient Glyphosate present as potassium salt, registered as PCP No. 27988 under the Pesticide Control Products Act

2. VisionMAX Silviculture Herbicide containing the active ingredient Glyphosate present as potassium salt, registered as PCP No. 27736 under the Pesticide Control Products Act

This public notice is for applications commencing July 20, 2016, weather permitting, and ending September 30, 2016. Weed control will be undertaken by various contractors on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington.

For more information please contact: Lu-Ann Marentette

Drainage Superintendent 111 Erie Street North Leamington, Ontario N8H 229 519-326-5761 extension 1309 Collect calls will be accepted.

Notice of Public Hearing for MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS to be considered under Section 45(5) of the Planning Act 1990, R.S.O. c.P. 13 including:

1. A/18/16 - 221 Talbot Street West - Marcovecchio Holdings Inc.

a. Relief from requirement to provide additional parking

b. Reduce minimum floor area of office in C2 Zone

2. A/19/16 - 735 Mersea Road 8 - Old Colony Mennonite Church

a. Permit fence in the front yard of a school

Notice of Public Hearing for CONSENT APPLICATIONS to be considered under Section 53(5) of the Planning Act1990, R.S.O. c.P. 13 including:

1. B/13/16 - 402 Oak Street East - N & W Derbyshire

a. Lot addition to 3 Bennie Ave.

2. B/14/15/16 - N/S Mersea Road 8 - David Stewart Bowman

b. Creation of 2 new farm parcels

TAKE NOTICE the applications listed above will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment on:

DATE: Tuesday, July 26, 2016 TIME: 5:00 p.m.

PLACE AND ADDRESS:COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MUNICIPAL BUILDING 111 Erie Street North Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9

A full copy of the individual notices can be obtained on the Municipality’s website at www.leamington.ca. The purpose of the public hearing is to receive evidence in support of or in opposition to the above-noted applications. If you have comments on the applications, they may be forwarded in writing to the Secretary-Treasurer at the address shown below. Your comments will then be conveyed to the Committee of Adjustment members for consideration at the meeting. Verbal comments will also be received by the Committee the night of the hearing.

Each application is accompanied by detailed mapping to show the location of the property, as well as the nature of the application. Due to the detail involved with each application mapping has not been included with this notice and can be obtained by contacting the Gary Smith, Development Planner at gsmith@leamington.ca or 519-326-5761 ext. 1415 or accessing the full notice on the municipal website.

A copy of the Decision of the Committee together with a Notice of Right to Appeal will be sent to the applicant and/or agent. All others who wish to be notified of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed applications must make a written request to the Secretary-Treasurer at the address shown below. If a person or public body that files an appeal of a decision of the Committee of Adjustment in respect of the proposed applications does not make written or verbal submission to the Committee of Adjustment before it gives or refuses to give a decision, the Ontario Municipal Board may dismiss the appeal.

Danielle Truax Secretary-Treasurer, Committee

Municipality of Leamington 111 Erie Street North Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z9

of Adjustment