June 22, 2016

Leamington Legion closing

By Bryan Jessop

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 84 in Leamington will soon close its doors permanently.

As one of several branches across the country that has struggled to maintain its membership numbers in recent years, rumours of impending closure began surfacing after the Leamington location began experiencing trouble in appointing a new president, first vice president and second vice president. Branch 84 messages were posted on its Facebook page on April 6 and May 7 notifying membership that the positions would have to be filled to avoid having to relinquish the charter.

A member of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets 535 Leamington stands guard during the laying of wreaths at the cenotaph at Dieppe Park in Leamington during Remembrance Day ceremonies in 2013. Branch 84 of the Royal Canadian Legion is expected to surrender its charter and dissolve in late July of this year. Other interested groups may chose to organize and conduct Remembrance Day ceremonies in Leamington for 2016 and future years, but there will be no pre- or post-ceremony gatherings hosted by the Royal Canadian Legion in Leamington. Most of the current 88 members in good standing are expected to transfer to the Royal Canadian Legion in either Kingsville or Wheatley. (SUN File Photo)

After being unable to do so in April and then again about two months later, those attending the scheduled June 15 meeting voted to relinquish the branch’s charter.

“We knew it was coming and we had to make it official,” said current Branch 84 president Bob McKee. “We’ve raised some money, but the biggest trouble is finding people to do the work. The duties are just too much for the people who are doing it — they’re aging and we can’t find enough young people. The majority are seniors or close to being seniors and the younger members have families.”

Although most branches elect leadership roles for terms of one year, McKee has been the Leamington Legion’s president for the past three years. He has been a member of Branch 84 for the past 57 years, when his father signed him up after he completed basic training in 1959. McKee was also president for 1998-99 and 1999-2000.

“We’ve got hard-working members willing to volunteer for different things, but there’s no one who wants to take office,” McKee said.

The Leamington Royal Canadian Legion originally opened its doors 90 years ago, in 1926. Membership reached

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Huge crowd attends Leamington Fair

By Pat Bailey

Mother Nature smiled down on this year’s Leamington Fair.

Leamington District Agricultural Society president Tammy Wiper was also smiling from ear to ear late Sunday afternoon.

While it may have been because the hundreds of hours of back-breaking work in preparation for the annual fair were coming to an end for another season, she credited the unbelievable weather, with not a hint of rain, for her jovial mood.

For Wiper, the weather certainly helped bring in the tremendous crowd on Saturday at the Leamington District Agricultural Society’s 168th Leamington Fair, both afternoon and evening.

She said it’s been years since there was such a long line to get into the fair.

“It was unbelievable,” she said.

Saturday evening, Wiper said, the demolition derby crowd was phenomenal. She credited the derby organizer for attracting triple the number of entrants and giving the crowd something to cheer for.

Saturday afternoon’s bicycle draw also brought in hundreds hoping for a chance to take home one of the 20 bikes given away. But this year’s fair offered a bonus draw of 10 additional bikes on Sunday afternoon following the chuckwagon races.

Wiper also credited her righthand man, husband and Ag Society vice-president Dan Wiper, for doing an exceptional job getting the fairgrounds in shape for the society’s big weekend.

She couldn’t say enough about the importance of her rather small group of volunteers

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Mya Youssef, 5, and Ava Armstrong, 6, are unable to avoid putting the squeeze on Chase Armstrong, 4, as the take a ride on the Himalaya. (SUN Photo)

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LDSS Eco Team celebrates busy year

By Bryan Jessop

Over the past 10 months, Leamington District Secondary School’s Eco Team both learned and taught several valuable lessons that can’t be found in a textbook.

Members of the group gathered for lunch to celebrate their accomplishments from September to June on Wednesday, June 15 to officially cap off one of the organization’s busiest years thus far. Those who attended the event recalled the past school year’s accomplishments via a PowerPoint slide show while discussing events ranging from September 13-14 visits with Dr. David Suzuki at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor and Hillman Marsh to a Friday, June 10 announcement declaring that LDSS had achieved EcoSchools certification at the Platinum level — the highest in Ontario.

“It was a tiring year, but in the best way,” said Lisa Jeffery, the LDSS science teacher who has led the Eco Team since its inception. “Fortunately, the entire school got on board with us — every department. We’ve got new ideas for next fall, so we’re looking forward to taking on new eco challenges.”

Throughout the soon-to-be-completed 2015-16 school year, the LDSS Eco team took part in several events both locally and across the globe. The group participated in a Nov. 29 Climate March in Windsor, assisted with several ERCA initiatives and had one of its videos presented at the Climate Change Conference in Paris. Programs, projects and events also included April’s Earth Day Expo at The Portuguese Club, involvement in ERCA’s Great Lakes Conference, Outreach Program visits to local elementary schools, events in conjunction with ACCESS County and the South Essex Community Council (SECC), tree plantings, a phragmites study and an amphibian-monitoring project at Hill-

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

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

man Marsh Conservation Area.

The latter, held on Saturday, March 19, began at 9 a.m. with a learning session and from roughly 9:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., featured the actual monitoring process. Starting half an hour after sunset, the group began listening for and logging the sounds of different species of frogs before researching those specific sounds to determine which species they had heard, how often and where.

“It happened on the Saturday of March Break, so I didn’t know if anyone would show up,” Jeffery said. “Instead, we had 12 students show up. It turned out to be a lot of paperwork and a lot of head lamps.”

The project required a great deal of cumbersome equipment, prompting some participants to ask “isn’t there an app for this?” From that moment, the idea to actually create an amphibian monitoring app came about, eventually developing into a prototype that has since been tested on an Android-equipped smartphone. The project has been led by Grade 12 computer science student Tyler Friesen, who will return to LDSS for another semester in September. The app

currently includes four species, but is described as easily expandable with the potential to include versions for birds or other animals on both Android and iPhone-iPad systems.

Dubbed SpeciDex — in part because of its usage as an index for different species and inspired by the ‘PokiDex’ component of the game Pokemon — the app has won an award of $1,000 through the Ontario EcoSchools EcoAction Challenge.

“We have some really talented young people in our computer science program,” explained computer science and engineering teacher Lauren Omstead. “This has been a great opportunity for Tyler as a chance to take the Eco Team in a whole new direction.”

“It’ll engage a whole new generation, which is exactly what we want,” Jeffery added.

Jeffery noted that ERCA’s watershed planner Mike Nelson described the app — which has been coded from scratch by Friesen — as being ‘desperately needed’.

Accolades for the Eco Team’s efforts have also arrived through the Canada-wide RBC Evergreen Watershed Champions Award, earning the group a grand prize of $3,500 that will go toward an outdoor classroom at the future site of the school on Oak Street West. The team also won the WindsorEssex County Environment Commission’s Pat on the Back Award on June 6.

The EcoSchool Platinum certification came after several years of silver then gold status at LDSS. Leamington District Secondary School and Riverside Secondary School simultaneously became the Greater Essex County District School Board’s first-ever platinum-certified EcoSchools. To maintain a current certification level or move up to the next level (platinum), each participating school must undergo an annual audit. For each specific month of the year (example: February of this year compared to February of last year) since 2012, LDSS has reduced its electricity usage simply by altering consumption habits, a factor contributing to Platinum status with savings being earmarked for the outdoor classroom.

“We could have qualified last year, but with being in such an old building, I didn’t think it would happen,” Jeffery explained.

Upon completion of the school year, the LDSS Eco Club will bid farewell to its three Grade 12 members — Carlos Pena, Taylor Omar and Alexis Cervini. Pena, the club’s president, has been awarded the $70,000 TD Community Leadership Scholarship for environmental advocacy. Pena, who recently earned a Lieutenant Governor’s Youth Heritage Award, will attend the University of Ottawa.

The 24 current members include a large number of Grade 9s and judging by interest shown during Outreach visits to elementary feeder schools, a dozen Grade 9s could be added in September. Elected for the next school year’s positions are Layla Bakaa as minister of the environment, Isabel Gossen as president and Chloe Jakob as vice president. Gossen has been with the team for two years while Bakaa and Jakob are Grade 9 students.

Members of the Leamington District Secondary School Eco Team pose for photos in front of the main entrance to the school. The 2016-17 school year’s Eco Team will be led by president Isabel Gossen and vice president Chloe Jakob.

Leamington Legion closing

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a high of about 1,000 in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but fell to 112 by the time the 14 Orange St. building was sold and a smaller, leased building at 27 Erie St. North became the new home in the autumn of 2010. Presently, there are 88 Branch 84 members in good standing.

McKee noted that many service clubs based in the Leamington area are having trouble recruiting and retaining members and that the problems that have faced the local Legion are not unique across Canada. Windsor branches on Wyandotte and Drouillard were forced to download in previous years while Branch 28 and 628 in Chatham were forced to amalgamate and become Branch 642. Other Legions across the country have also surrendered charters in recent years.

In preparation of a charter surrendering ceremony, the Leamington Legion must first dispose of or disperse its property and take care of any outstanding liabilities. Current members interested in moving on to other nearby Legions such as Branch 324 in Wheatley or Branch 188 in Kingsville can be transferred by McKee, who as his last function, can transfer himself should he chose to do so. He hopes to have the charter surrendering ceremony completed by late July of this year.

The final public function for Branch 84 will be its Seniors’ Christmas in July event, scheduled for Wednesday, July 13. Music will begin at 3 p.m. and meals will be offered at 5 p.m. with Gord Ciliska providing live entertainment.

Tickets for the event can be purchased at the Legion’s bar during regular operating hours.

Some members of Branch 84 have already expressed an interest in being transferred to Wheatley or Kingsville, both of which are also members of Zone A2, which includes all Essex County Legions minus those in LaSalle, Windsor and Tecumseh. Wartime memorabilia at the Leamington location will likely be sent to other branches, some of which have already expressed an interest in offering such items a new home.

While Branch 84 does not host a large collection of keepsakes on display, it has for several years been in possession of a solid brass bell that was mounted onto the frigate HMCS Seacliff in 1944. The small, eightinch bell is on loan from the International Department of Defense, although McKee plans to meet with representatives of the federal organization in hopes of having it — along with a photograph of the Seacliff’s original crew — sent to either Branch 324 or 188.

In addressing the future of Remembrance Day ceremonies in Leamington, McKee and other Branch 84 members have been discussing methods to continue honouring the nation’s past and present military veterans. If another organization wishes to conduct Remembrance Day traditions, McKee explained, a short ceremony could be arranged, although there will be no Legion for participants to meet at prior to or afterwards. Organizations wishing to lay wreaths can do so by ordering them

from other nearby Legions.

The only hope of keeping the Leamington Royal Canadian Legion open would be for members to step forward and fill the positions in the very near future. Although elected positions can only be filled by those who have been members for one year or longer — who must also have attended a minimum of three meetings in the year prior to election — McKee explained that Command would likely allow exceptions for the sake of saving a branch. In such an event, the notice of motion to surrender the charter would be withdrawn, although McKee is not optimistic of seeing such an 11th-hour turn of events take place.

“We’re in a very late stage for anyone to step up,” he said. “We could call for a special meeting and it could

be done, but it’s highly unlikely. If there was someone willing to do that, they probably would have come forward by now.”

Hello muddah, hello faddah…

MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings

Listening to the radio the other day, the host on the Windsor-based station referred to having so many great memories of going to summer camp.

go swimming by myself.

“You have 10 minutes to get over there, swim and come back,” she said.

I can honestly say that’s a memory that I never experienced first-hand and don’t remember any of my friends attending summer camp either.

Of course, I had friends who were in Scouts who regularly went camping with those groups, but it wasn’t the same as the famous ‘summer camp experience.’

And she had this unreasonable fear of stepping on a dead body beneath the surface. So much so, that everything I stepped on in that lake for years, I recoiled like I had just stepped on some poor soul who had drowned and miraculously ended up under my feet without warning. I mean, what are the odds of that?

She was a helicopter mother before they ever coined the term. In fact, she was a helicopter mother before they invented helicopters.

All over North America, kids went off to summer camp on a regular basis in those days and likely still do.

Because of that, my kids never experienced summer camp either. I guess it just wasn’t anything we thought about doing for them.

But thousands more got their summer educations in those old cabins and mess halls.

My last trip over there by myself, I remember my dad followed me and hid in the bushes. He kept making growling noises and throwing rocks into the bushes and it scared the daylights out of me. He laughed his butt off but I never went back by myself. We moved to town later that summer.

As an adult, we camped a bit when the kids were younger, but again, no week-long summer camp experience.

Watch any summer teenage movie and summer camp will usually be featured in there somewhere.

I guess I’ll have to glean my memories from those shows because I never knew the feeling of bunking with a bunch of other kids and participating in those group bonfire singalongs.

In May, 1985, my Bonehead ball team entered a tournament in Stratford and we rented the group camping area at Wildwood Conservation Area near St. Marys. That was going to finally be my summer camp weekend.

We built a huge fire, set up several tents and had a place to crash after we played our ball games.

Growing up inside a national park, we had summer camp without leaving the comfort of our own home, so I guess that counts for something.

For my youngest son’s Grade 8 trip, we went to Muskoka Woods for a weekend and I was lucky enough to be a chaperone. Outside of the black flies, it was a pleasant trip. I went kayaking for my first and only time and also jumped on a zip line that went from a 40-foot platform to the ground. That pushed my fear of heights to the limit, but when you’re sharing that experience with a bunch of 13-year-olds, somehow you tend to get brave in a hurry.

The ‘Kumbaya’ moments around the fire didn’t materialize but it was a very brief taste of ‘summer camp’ for me, albeit I was pushing 40 at the time.

We had a few rousing games of table darts, which is lawn darts thrown from far distances onto the tops of picnic tables. Of course, lawn darts have since been outlawed for their ‘danger to the public’. Too bad AR-15 automatic weapons haven’t been given the same treatment but that’s for another column completely.

Of course, we perpetuated the ‘danger’ label by playing the game the way we played it.

Late afternoon on the Friday, we had just set everything up and the sky turned ominously black. The wind came up and with that wind, in blew a vehicle we all recognized. It belonged to our shortstop Brad Dunmore. He got out of the vehicle, hair all askew and eyes as big as saucers. He had gone to town on a beer run.

“I just saw a tornado!” he said.

Watching some of those movies, I have to wonder what I missed out on.

Hiding chocolate bars under my mattress, playing tug-owar, swimming off the wooden dock, sneaking over to the girls’ side for some teenage flirting, these were all things I apparently missed out on as a kid.

Of course, we all laughed. Brad was obviously shook up but getting no sympathy from his teammates. We thought he had a slight tendency to exaggerate.

The storm hit our little camping area soon after his arrival and we all ended up sleeping in our vehicles or under the picnic shelter because the rain, wind and hail were so strong. In the morning, we found out that ‘Brad’s tornado’ eventually hit the Barrie corridor and killed eight people.

I didn’t get to write that famous letter back home, telling them how much I missed them and how I didn’t get to participate in those camp games for bragging rights for our bunkhouse because I was caught putting frogs down someone’s dress.

I would’ve been a darn good tug-o-war player too. If a softball game broke out, I’d be able to really show those city kids how it’s done.

From that moment on, we believed almost everything he said.

The rest of the weekend was uneventful. We learned how to compete against teams way above our level and we actually beat a couple of them.

Swimming was not my forte. I learned to swim at my aunt Jane’s pool in Wheatley during those summers when I should’ve been at camp. I’m still not a great swimmer, but I can stay afloat long enough to keep the water out of my lungs. I’ll never be mistaken for Mark Spitz. Maybe Mark spits, coughs and sputters.

After dark we sat around the campfire and shared stories of the dreaded Aleistar Crowley and the infamous Wampus Cat. Nobody sang any songs that I remember, except for Greg Sellon performing his rendition of ‘Back in Black’, air guitar and all.

A lot of beer was consumed and we limped home from our version of summer camp with a lot of wet gear and good memories.

My mother was deathly afraid of the water, so she attempted to pass that fear on to her ‘baby’ by limiting my exposure to Lake Erie, even though we lived less than 200 yards from the water’s edge. When I turned 13, my last halfsummer as a Point Pelee resident, she finally allowed me to

Brad Dunmore gained a little more respect that weekend, sort of like ‘Squints’ from the movie Sandlot after he kissed Wendy Peffercorn.

And me, I longed for a tug-o-war, but never got one.

Count

your blessings

I am very excited to announce that we have seen four sets of tracks on our beach to date. They are tracks left by mother sea turtles after laying their eggs. It is nesting time, not only in the Bahamas, but I’m sure back home as well. Unfortunately, along with this miraculous season, nature also includes the mosquitoes. They have hatched, are back and bad!

Our two geese have once again given up sitting on their hopes of procreation. Every year they lay their eggs in April. Then, like good mothers they faithfully sit and sit and sit, waiting patiently for the fruits of their labour to hatch. Unfortunately, without any ganders on the island, the poor mamas are sitting on eggs that will never hatch. The crew finally ended up taking the old eggs away from them, but only after their dedication to their young had left them very worn and thin.

We really should remove the eggs immediately after they are laid. At least someone may have enjoyed a goose egg omelet; however, unless Mother Goose has laid a golden egg, I can’t bear to take it and so they sat and sat and sat.

The rain arrived and amazingly everything turned green virtually overnight. My orchids in the shade house are all blooming, along with the bougainvillea, hibiscus, frangipani, jasmine and more. The air is full of wonderful scents and mosquitoes.

Unlike at home, mosquitoes are out 24-7! As Dr. Seuss

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(Continued from Page 4) says: “From there to here. And here to there. Funny things are everywhere!”

I have decided to change my routine and focus solely on indoor jobs. It seems against my biological makeup to spend so much time inside in June. Back home, like so many of you, I would be elbow deep into my garden planting and transplanting.

Count your blessings Cascade of sweet sound this Sunday at Two Creeks

Our most exciting project to report is the total renovation of Butler’s cottage. While he was in Nassau for his week off, Engine, Cruz, Mark and I took up the challenge. The job was a very daunting one to tackle, as we opened up old dirty kitchen cabinets, removed a refrigerator that smelled like rotting fish, then took up flooring in the bathroom that had so extremely rotted we could see the joist below!

Mark removed all the plumbing, while Engine started to tear out the old flooring in the bathroom, living area and kitchen. Fortunately, the bedroom floor is lovely, old tile that just needed a good cleaning.

Meanwhile, I prepped the kitchen cabinets. After removing the cabinet doors I discovered hardened, rancid oil behind them. Cleaning this up required a lot of elbow grease and time. Scrubbing away the leftovers of a cockroach buffet was another challenge! Finally we were ready for a clean start as the fresh smell gave us all some hope.

After Engine replaced the flooring with concrete board in the bathroom, he and Cruz started laying the new vinyl click flooring that resembles wide plank barn board. Within two days that job was finished and we began putting a fresh coat of paint on the ceiling, walls and trim.

By the end of that day I had repainted the cabinets, the doors were sanded down to remove any stains, then polyurethaned to protect. Mark, meanwhile, had laid new 16inch tile in the bathroom.

Butler was returning in 24 hours. We could all see that we were going to have his place pretty well finished to surprise him. The next day Mark grouted the tile, and when it was set he installed a new toilet and sink unit. I replaced the cabinet fronts, and instead of tiling the kitchen countertops I lightly sanded them. This removed any stains and greatly improved

the appearance.

Needless to say, Butler is very happy to have a fresh new nest, too! I have given him empty jars and containers to safely store all his dry goods and left him with all of the cleaning products necessary to maintain his new abode. What fun we had! Engine leaves next week and we are hoping to get going on his pad.

I read that a sea turtle has anywhere from 15 to 50 years of age to lay eggs. Their choice of a specific area is very important. The mother lays her eggs high up on a beach, hopefully in a place that stays dry. Then she heads back to the ocean, never to return to her young ones again. They are totally on their own.

Our beach will hopefully provide a safe dark haven for the 45 to 50 days of gestation. The tiny turtles will hatch during the night, when the sand cools, and they will be attracted to the water where the moonlight reflecting off the water guides them. We have turned off the beach step light that may attract them away from the surf. Approximately 100 eggs are in each of the four nests we have on our beach. Even so, statistics show that the odds of living to an egglaying age are one in a thousand! The lucky ones will someday return to the same area they were born to lay their own eggs. How miraculous is that?

The out islands of the Bahamas are a safe little oasis away. It is hard to avoid hearing about and being effected by the countless atrocities in this world. Although they miss their families, two of our crew members take a deep breath and return home to Nassau every 6 weeks. They live “over the hill” in Nassau, where the crime rate is 10 times that of the United States. In a radio speech the other day, the Prime Minister of Nassau voiced his hopes for the future: “We want a place where we are safe to walk the streets, where education is a right for all, where our people have job opportunities and equality in both the work place and at home.”

The grass isn’t always greener and the nest isn’t always safe, but the odds are that if you are in the Wheatley or Leamington area things are pretty good!

THE LAWS

Kingsville Folk Music Festival Founders and Producers, awardwinning folk-grass singer-songwriters, and music school owners, John and Michele Law are the first Canadians to win the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at MerleFest. Known for their tight-as-a-glove harmony singing and heartfelt, timeless lyrics, The Laws have built a following of fans throughout North America and Australia over the past 17 years.

The 3rd Annual Kingsville Folk Music Festival is proud to present The Laws - kicking off Main Stage Friday evening!!

The Sunday, June 26th summer concert at Two Creeks Conservation Area promises a cascade of sweet sound when The Laws team up with Glen MacNeil.

The Laws — John and Michele — reside in Wheatley and have been referred to as the best duo out of Canada since Ian and Sylvia. Combine the smooth country sound of The Laws and the smooth East Coast sound of Glen MacNeil, and you have a concert to delight in and move the heart. If you like smooth and jamming country, don’t miss this show.

The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. at Two Creeks, just north of Wheatley on Kent Rd. 1. The concerts take place in the natural amphitheatre, or at the pavilion in the event of inclement weather. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket.

Concerts are free, although the hat is passed to help offset costs. Refreshments are available from 1st Wheatley Scouts.

Students Donate Books to Hospice

The students from École St-Michel in Leamington held a book drive for Erie Shores Hospice and collected over 700 quality books to be used at the Hospice facility in Leamington. The students gathered at the local Hospice to deliver their donation. Pictured, in no particular order, are: Dana Georges, Mr. Richard Szwed (principal), Marie-Jeanne LajoieDyck (educational assistant), Lorena Sarkis, Sayde Eid-Sarkis, Rebecca Nicolas, Miray Nicolas and Drennan Vince. (Submitted photo)

Faceless dolls project honours missing indigenous women

By Pat Bailey

As a teacher of both visual art and social justice, Connie Brudd came upon a project that encompassed both the creative process and the injustices that have befallen indigenous women.

Budd, a teacher at Cardinal Carter Secondary School, contacted representatives of the local Caldwell First Nation to learn more about the indigenous women and the difficulties they have faced and to present the idea of her students tackling the ‘Faceless Dolls’ project which was launched in March 2012.

The project was originally created by the Native Women’s Association of Canada to bring attention to and represent the nearly 600 missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls in Canada. It’s an attempt to encourage society to remember them, while offering a way for the grieving families of these women and girls — who are sisters, mothers, aunts, grandmothers and friends — to find closure.

In response, Budd was invited to a circle of women to discuss the issues and the importance of having their exhibit blessed in a smudge ceremony.

Last Wednesday, Budd delivered the display of

over 200 ‘faceless dolls’ to the Caldwell office to be blessed in a smudge ceremony to cleanse the negativity and create an aura of wellness.

To get her students started on the project, Budd said she did some research and investigation and contacted Ottawa to request a set of templates. She said she was quite pleased by the response from her students, some of whom researched tirelessly to ensure their faceless doll contributions were accurate in their representation.

Budd said she also con-

tacted Melissa Cavallin, WECDSB consultant for arts, social science and Aboriginal education, for her input and help in guiding the students.

A small group of teachers, indigenous women and one CC Grade 9 student and artist in the project, Keon Kouhang, joined in the circle for the smudging ceremony, performed by Audrey Logan, Aboriginal Patient Navigator, using sweet grass, tobacco, sage and cedar.

Logan espoused the importance of the tradition of such ceremonies to the First

Nation people and the need for healing to take place to allow the people to move forward.

Budd is hoping through the assignment, her students gained a greater appreciation for the importance of the faceless victims. She is also hoping to take the exhibit on the road for others to enjoy and appreciate. Budd said it may be on display at places such as the Point Pelee Visitor Centre, at the Windsor Essex County District Catholic School Board office, as well as at the Leamington Arts Centre.

Faceless dolls exhibit

Cardinal Carter visual arts and social justice teacher Connie Budd and Grade 9 student Keon Kouhang with the students’ ‘Faceless Dolls’ exhibit at the Caldwell First Nation office Wednesday night, June 15. (SUN Photo)

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

You are motivated to explore new relationships this week, Aries. Do so without jeopardizing existing relationships. Speak about your plans with others as you work things through.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, it’s best to address an uncomfortable topic or situation directly, even if you would rather sweep it under the rug. Choose your words wisely and you will get by.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

You may be sitting on edge as you try to manage a sticky situation, Gemini, but rest assured that things will work out in your favor. Do not worry about things for too long.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, while you may want to steer clear of large groups this week, in some instances, it just may be unavoidable. Look for friends at large gatherings and enjoy the time together.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, push past your hesitation and try something that scares you. You may be surprised at how much you actually enjoy it when you give new things a chance.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Do not waste too much time overanalyzing your feelings, Virgo. Trust your gut instincts because you are on the right path and you will soon realize it.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, take some time to smell the roses this week. No matter how hectic your schedule, a little time to relax and appreciate the little

things is just what the doctor ordered.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, spend some time on your own this week without the noises of the outside world creating any interference. It is good to recharge once in a while and clear your head.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Focus your attention on those actions that will help you be most successful, Sagittarius. This means not getting swept up with trivial things in your path.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, progress is hard to come by lately. Find a system that works for you and you will soon start to gain some momentum. Allow events to unfold at their own pace.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Straightforward actions will help others see your motives more clearly, Aquarius. Make time to share your intentions with friends or coworkers if you desire their support.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, long-term planning becomes a priority in the week ahead. Put future goals that involve finances at the top of your list.

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JUNE 23 - Jason Mraz, Singer (39)

JUNE 24 - Lionel Messi, Athlete (29)

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OBITUARY

James Banyai

James “Jim” Banyai, 72 years, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2016.

Beloved husband of Sharon. Dear father of Bubba and Deanna Banyai. Dear son of Rose and the late Charlie Banyai (1982). Dear brother of Ernie.

Saying goodbye to my life partner of 52 years has been heartbreaking, but seeing him suffer each day was more difficult. Jim decided on a quiet uneventful goodbye. He enjoyed his life and lived each day his way. Most of all he enjoyed his second home on Pelee Island.

At Jim’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral service. There will be a memorial service on Pelee Island at a later date. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice, 194 Talbot Street West, Leamington, ON, N8H 3X2.

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

OBITUARY

David Enns

David Enns, 65 years, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Friday, June 17, 2016 at Erie Shores Hospice, Leamington.

Loving husband of Linda (Flaming) of 40 years.

Loving father of Phil Enns and wife Natalie, Jennifer Marshall and husband Christopher, Marla Dault and husband Mark. Loving Opa to Hunter and Kennady Enns, Emily and Aiden Marshall, Delaney and Liam Dault. Dear twin brother of Dennis Enns (Helga), Ken Enns (Rita), Marion Driedger (John), Gerda Driedger (Henry). Lovingly remembered and missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by his parents Peter (1962) and Susa (Koop) (1993) Enns and nephew Paul Enns (2014).

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Monday, June 20, 2016 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Dave’s life was held from the North Leamington United Mennonite Church, Concession 6, Leamington, on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 11 a.m. Pastor Alicia Good and Pastor Jim Loepp Thiessen officiated. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada or Erie Shores Hospice, Leamington.

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

OBITUARY

Theadora Jamieson

Theadora (Riediger) Jamieson, 88 years, passed away on Monday, June 20, 2016 at the Leamington Mennonite Home Residence.

Beloved wife of the late Jim Jamieson (1991). Dear sister of Henry Riediger (Dorothy), Alice Baerg (late Jack), the late Helen Janzen (late Dave). Two nieces and six nephews also survive.

Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service to celebrate Theadora’s life will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 11 a.m. Pastor Victor Winter officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Anne Kuli

Anne Kuli, 82 years, passed away peacefully and suddenly at her residence on Friday, June 17, 2016. Beloved wife of Chester. Dear mother of Diane Lapos (Bernard Niehus), the late David Kuli (2016) and the late Mark Kuli (2014). Dear mother-in-law of Lori Kuli. Loving grandmother of Joel (Dee), Jeremy (Eva), Janna (Bill), Adam (Ashley), and “Bubba” of Brady, Ayralon, Alexa and Dillyn. Predeceased by a sister Mary Bena (Steve) and by two brothers Joe Maceyovski (the late Antoinette) and John Maceyovski. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Tuesday, June 21, 2016.

A private family Memorial Service has been held. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to St. Michael’s Parish Building Fund or Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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

Council approves $35,000 over-expenditure for needed repairs

Leamington Council received a request from the engineering department to approve an over-expenditure of $35,000 for combined sewer connection repairs. The combined sewers are the oldest in the town – ranging up to 100 years old – and are the ones being replaced by separated storm and sanitary sewers.

As part of the preliminary investigations for the planned water main construction along Georgia and Morgan Avenues, it has been discovered that nine connections to the sewer are in trouble, either from tree roots or collapsed pipe. It is expected that the repairs can be done most economically as part of the water main work, but will cost the $35,000 requested.

Council was assured that the actual repairs would only be on the municipal infrastructure, and any work needed on the private side of connections would be the responsibility of the individual property owner. Council passed the requested funds at the June 13 meeting.

New Public Works truck needs to be outfitted

Leamington Public Works recently purchased a 2016 Freightliner cab and chassis for $115,611, which must be outfitted with a dump body, plow wing, salter, and various other attachments.

The latest tender to supply these needed parts amounts to almost $110,000, which puts the purchase over the $200,000 that was allowed in the 2016 capital budget.

Municipal Council approved the overexpenditure of $25,577 at the Monday, June 13 meeting.

Changes to uptown parking

By Bill Chaplin, Municipal Correspondent

As a result of public consultations that took place at the end of March and early April, administration have recommended to Leamington Council the following changes to parking in the uptown area:

a) to increase parking in all municipal parking lots to a maximum of 9 hours without a permit;

b) to restrict the 2-hour parking limits to between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to provide for free onstreet parking at night after 6:00 p.m. (although Council debate has indicated that overnight parking will not be allowed) in the Uptown; and

c) to prohibit re-parking a vehicle at another on-street location in the Uptown for a period of 5 hours from the start of the initial period of having parked the vehicle on-street.

Changes to parking in the uptown area is a contentious issue with members of the BIA, so there are details to still be worked out.

Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald questioned the advisability of permitting overnight parking with regard to snow removal and street sweeping. Next, she questioned not expanding permissible parking on the street for 3 hours.

The response was there has to be a cutoff time, and 2 hours seemed to be a reasonable length of time; if you anticipate being in a business more than 2 hours, perhaps you should be parking in a free parking lot.

Councillor Tim Wilkinson mentioned that he has had many questions about long lines of parked cabs on Mill Street. Taxicabs are not explicitly covered in the changes, but taxi owners are expected to have their own parking so they do not rely on on-street parking.

Councillor Bill Dunn agreed that litter and street sweeping are important to the downtown, so perhaps a time can be set aside for thorough cleaning. He also asked about expanding the number of accessible parking spots, but was told that was not a consideration in this parking review.

Councillor John Hammond pointed out that one of the reasons people have resistance to using the public parking is wanting to see the front door of the business they want to enter. Education will be difficult to alter this strong bias.

Councillor John Jacobs acknowledged the amount of controversy that has surrounded this issue, and he supports what is being proposed.

On-street free parking was recommended for an increase to 3 hours from 2 hours by Deputy-Mayor MacDonald, but that change was opposed (4 to 3).

Donated vehicle helps family gain independence

On Monday, June 13, a Kingsville family drove away from Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet in a donated vehicle, thanks to the local partners of the Rebuilding Wheels Rebuilding Lives (#RebuildingWheels) program.

The vehicle was donated at a key exchange event to Shawn and Marta Galipeau and their two sons, ages 7 and 10. Shawn Galipeau says that having to walk everywhere, his options were limited, only being able to maintain parttime employment. Having recently secured full-time employment at Highbury Canco in Leamington, the vehicle could not have come at a better time.

“Through our own research and community consultations, access to transportation was identified as an issue for many people in Windsor-Essex County, particularly those who are living in low-income,” says United Way CEO, Lorraine Goddard. “Public transportation may be limited or unavailable in certain communities, creating significant challenges for many to gain or maintain employment.”

This is the fourth vehicle to be donated to a family in need through the local program. Those who qualify receive a refurbished used vehicle at no cost.

“Rebuilding Wheels Rebuilding Lives is extra rewarding. We have always had a great relationship with organizations such as United Way, but to see our resources help a family in our community and to see how it impacts their day-to-day life makes us all extremely happy,” says Jeff Smith, President of Dave Hitchcock Chevrolet.

BANK THEATRE NOTES

10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434

LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805

KIDS’ SUMMER CAMPS

SUMMER DRAMA CAMP will run from July 11 - 22. For information: melinda.lewsaw@publicboard.ca.

DANCE AND DRUM CAMP for ages 8-13 will run from July 25 - 29. To register or for more information call 519839-4347.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS

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.

CUSTODIAL POSITION AVAILABLE

The Bank Theatre has an opening for a part-time custodian. If you are interested please email your resume to: banktheatre@gmail.com

We are grateful to the Mennonite

and Credit Union, our event sponsor for The Farm Show, for their generous donation.

“We are excited to be a part of such a great community collaboration that benefits individuals who work hard every day to overcome barriers and support their families,” said Joyce Zuk, Executive Director at Family Services Windsor-

THE LEAMINGTON LAWN

BOWLING CLUB IS OFFERING INTRODUCTION TO LAWN

BOWLING - free instruction and play during the month of June on Tuesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. Bowling green is located next to the United Church, 9 John St., behind the Masonic Temple on John St. Parking lot entrance is off Erie, 2nd block north of 4 corners, across from Police and Fire stations on Clark St. Info: Jackie 519326-1361.

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.

CANDLELIGHT SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE & BUTTERFLY

RELEASE - Wednesday, June 22, 7:00 p.m. at the Baby Butterfly Garden, Erie Memorial Gardens (behind mausoleum), Erie St. S., Leamington. This service honours all babies and is for anyone who has been affected by the grief of miscarriage, stillbirth or loss of a newborn.

ONT. PURPLE MARTIN ASSOC.

MEETING - Saturday, June 25, 10:00 a.m., at the home of Henry Wolting, 20924 Harwich Rd., Blenheim. This is the annual bbq, so those wishing to attend are asked to call Paul at 519-738-3476 to confirm or for directions. Bring your own lawn chairs. Great info for all who want to know about

Essex.

To learn more about the program, or for those who are interested in applying, visit the United Way’s website at www. weareunited.com/rebuildingwheels.

Pumping station needs upgrading

with Salad $7.95

Tuesdays: Taco Tuesdays! 2 Tacos for $6 Wednesday: Ladies Night -Platter & 4 Drinks $23.95 This Week:

Leamington ’ s Hot Spot

attracting Purple Martins. ERIE WILDLIFE RESCUE YARD/BAKE SALEFUNDRAISER, Saturday & Sunday, June 25-26, 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., 11168 Tecumseh Rd. E., near Banwell. Something for everyone. All indoors.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR THE 2016 HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION’S BIG BIKE EVENTS.June 27, 28. Looking for enthusiastic volunteers for Big Bike rides taking place in Windsor and Essex County. For registration information contact Suzanne Cammalleri, Heart and Stroke Foundation Windsor office, 519254-4345.

BLOOD DONOR CLINICWednesday, July 1 from 1:007:00 p.m. Many open spots available. New donors and walk-ins welcome. To book an appointment or for more information call 1888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or visit www.blood.ca

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.

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

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at F.T. Sherk Complex,

Wednesday, September 7, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at F.T. Sherk Complex, Wednesday, October 5, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at F.T. Sherk Complex, Wednesday, November 2, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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

CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM AND HERITAGE VILLAGE (CTMHV) ON THE ARNER TOWN LINE IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS to help with kids programs such as 'Pioneer for a Day', special events, shows, meetings, or in the museum, log cabins and period buildings, etc. If you have a few hours to spare and would like to help out, contact Judy Anderson, Education and Volunteer Coordinator at CTMHV, 519-776-6909 or email education@ctmhv.com

MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-IN, 1st and last Monday of the month only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers, refreshments, games, exercise. It's free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome. ARE YOU AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE'S DRINKING? The Wheatley Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club (north entrance), 171 Erie St. N.

There is a sewage pumping station beside Sturgeon Creek in the industrial lands that pumps sewage from existing residential developments east of Cherry Lane and along Robson Road. To expand its capacity for developing subdivisions in the area, it needs to be upgraded, so a tender has been let for the work.

The low tender is almost $406,000 (including net HST). The amount is $20,000 over budget, although engineering hopes that not using the contingency allowance will minimize the overexpenditure. Administration commented that “it is imperative that we do this work.”

Because there were several bank failures in the immediate area of the pumping station, that repair work will be done at the same time.

The matter was passed by Council at the June 20 meeting.

The Galipeau family, Shawn and Marta and their two sons, recently gained independence with a donated vehicle through the Rebuilding Wheels Rebuilding Lives program.

Improved access to psychiatric services for area residents

Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH) has announced a collaborative relationship with Dr. Tam Doey, Dr. Rachel Burdett, Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH) and the Leamington & Area Family Health Team (LAFHT) to provide enhanced psychiatric services locally.

Beginning July 4, 2016 the services include Crisis Assessments in the Emergency Department and Consultation Liaison services to Inpatient Units. In addition, the establishment of an Urgent Care Program will help to bridge the gap for those requiring timely, non-crisis psychiatric services.

“I am thrilled to be working with both the LAFHT and LDMH to provide increased services and address local community needs,” said Dr. Doey.

These services include relocation of Dr. Burdett’s existing clinical practice to the outpatient area of LDMH, in the Neighbourhood of Care. This move will allow for increased professional collaboration, ensuring timely, appropriate referrals to complementary services on-site, such as counselling. Dr. Doey will be providing consultation services at the LAFHT to rostered patients. Individuals presenting to LDMH Emergency Department requiring a more intensive level of care will be referred to WRH, led by Dr. Raj Basker.

Both Drs. Doey and Burdett will support Urgent Care program accepting referrals from the LDMH ED. Referrals continue to be accepted to Dr. Burdett’s practice, with specialized focus on children and youth. Dr. Doey is providing weekly consultations to rostered patients of all LAFHT sites.

“The Leamington and Area Family Health Team is so pleased that Dr. Doey has joined to provide expanded psychiatric consultations and care for our patients,” said Dr. Sheila Horen, Lead Physician at the LAFHT.

“We are very excited to be able to provide these specialized services and clinical expertise through Drs. Burdett, Doey and Basker,” said LDMH CEO Terry Sheilds. “These regional collaborative models are a way to ensure that access to services is close to home.”

LAST CHANCE!

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN

Thursday, July 21

July 28

A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Friday, July 29

DOLLY PARTON

Thursday, August 4

JEFF DUNHAM PERFECTLY UNBALANCED

Friday, August 5

TOBY KEITH

Saturday, August 6

Tickets available at the Box Office, CaesarsWindsor.com,

CiB selects May Fabulous Garden Displays

By Catherine Riediger, CiB Committee

The Communities in Bloom (CiB) committee is in full swing preparing for the Judges Tour on July 21 and 22, and hoping to achieve once again the coveted 5-Bloom status. Members of the Floral Display and Landscape Committee were busy following up nominations and searching out front garden displays for the two winners of the May Fabulous Garden Displays.

As reported by Erna Wright, Jim and Nancy Robson’s garden at 386 Talbot St. East is one of the two winners. Even though the Robsons have only lived in this home for three years and their gardens are newly designed, they met all the criteria. They showed a balance of colour and variety of plantings and demonstrated thought in planning and integration of plants. Talbot St. East is a busy road but you couldn’t help but notice the gardens, so curb appeal was a definite factor.

The other winners were Tom and Donna Knight, 24 Fader Ave. This garden had visual impact as you take in the punch of red colour in the front plantings. Their side garden, which is also visible from the street, has a wonderful serene feel to it with the softer colours and the waterfall in the corner. Also integrated was some interesting garden décor.

Congratulations to both winners whose gardens were great examples of being very well planned and balanced in colour, variety and decor.

Who will be the June winners?

Youth recognized with highest honour for volunteers

Ten exceptional youth have received the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers – the highest honour a young person can achieve for volunteer contributions to the province. Among those receiving the award is Sebastien Martin-Schultz, 19, of Kingsville.

Sebastien volunteers on several projects at the Office of the Provincial Advocate for Children and Youth, including the Our Voice Our Turn project to deliver better outcomes for children and youth living in Ontario’s child welfare system. He also volunteers with the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society Youth Advisory Committee and speaks publicly to raise awareness and fight stereotypes associated with Crown wards.

The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, presented the medals at a ceremony held at Queen’s Park on May 30, joined by Michael Chan, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and International Trade.

The Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers is awarded to youth aged 15 to 24 who have donated their time and talents to a charitable or not-for-profit organization or initiative, and who have inspired other young people to volunteer. Since 1998, the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers has been presented to 143 young volunteers.

“It is a privilege to recognize these outstanding young people who have earned the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers,” said The Honourable Dowdeswell.

Sebastien Martin-Schultz, 19, was one of ten recipients of the Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers. The award is the highest honour a young person can achieve for volunteerism in the province.

Jim and Nancy Robson’s garden on Talbot St. E. was one of the winners of May Fabulous Garden Displays.

Tom and Donna Knight of Fader Ave. were selected as winners of the CiB May Fabulous Garden Displays.

Elder Abuse Awareness Day honoured at SPH

By Bryan Jessop

A campaign to shed light on and stop elder abuse both locally and around the world paid a recent visit to Leamington.

Sun Parlour Home welcomed a list of guest speakers to honour Wednesday, June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, an occasion that was also marked with the planting of a tree. The tree was donated by Ruthven Nursery and planted near the facility’s main entrance in recognition of the annual, worldwide event, established as an official United Nations International Day.

Guest speakers for the event included Windsor Police Service victims assistance unit coordinator Patti Kelly, who took on the roll of emcee for the stop in Leamington. Others included Family Services Windsor Essex social work lead Tatum Dault, Essex County warden Tom Bain, Leamington deputy mayor Hilda MacDonald, Caldwell First Nation chief Louise Hillier and Ontario Provincial Police Leamington-Kingsville-Essex operations manager Staff Sargent Stue Bertram.

Dault started by thanking SPH and its team led by administrator Lynda Monik for hosting the awareness celebration. In previous years, the annual event took place at host sites within Windsor, Essex, LaSalle and Belle River.

“As far as I’m concerned, there doesn’t need to be any abuse of any kind whatsoever towards our elderly,” Bain said. “We should be thanking them for their leadership over the years.”

The international effort to expand awareness on the issue of elder abuse had an impact on many guests before they left Sun Parlour Home during the Wednesday ceremony.

“I was quite taken aback when I read the literature on elderly abuse, finding out that one in 10 seniors is being abused,” said MacDonald. “It’s just an incredible statistic. And today rather than being an elder abuse recognition day, we should be celebrating our elders.”

While speaking to guests of the local event, Hillier noted that awareness should not only include recognition of instances of elderly abuse, but also appreciation of their contribu-

tions and continued importance to younger generations.

“When we speak about elders in our culture, we speak of them only with reverence,” Hillier noted. “They are the keepers of our knowledge, our past history, they are the keepers of our genealogy, they are the keepers of past practices, they are the keepers of the languages, the songs, the customs, the ceremony.”

During his turn at the microphone, Bertram noted that seniors are often left vulnerable to predators through advancing technology, explaining that measures must be taken to help protect them financially as well as physically. Dault later backed Bertram’s statements, explaining that of the various types of abuse suffered by seniors, financial abuse is the most prevalent.

Kelly explained that the awareness campaign in part is set out to encourage people to report suspected senior abuse to the police when there is a physical threat or emergency or to Family Services (519-966-5010) if there is reason to believe a senior is suffering from neglect or being taken advantage of financially. The campaign has run in different forms for several years, starting locally with partnership organizations that have coordinated a network of services since 1989. Funding has been provided through the Ontario Ministry of Health starting in 2000.

“I think the campaign is catching people’s attention,” said Kelly. “They struggle with the idea, but it does happen. We want them to know that services do exist.”

LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS

not permitted.

SATURDAY SEACLIFF BEACH CONCERTS

Seacliff Park 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm July 2, 9, 16, 23 Aug 6, 13, 27

SUNDAY SUMMER SERENADE SERIES

Gazebo at Rick Atkin Park 2:00pm

From left to right, Leamington deputy mayor Hilda MacDonald, Ontario Provincial Police Leamington/Kingsville/Essex operations manager Staff Sargent Stu Bertram, Leamington municipal councilor John Jacobs, Caldwell First Nation chief Louise Hillier, Essex County warden Tom Bain, Family Services Windsor-Essex social work lead Tatum Dault and Windsor Police Service coordinator of victim assistance unit Patti Kelly take part in a ceremony honouring Wednesday, June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day at Sun Parlour Homes.

Council Report for June 20

Process of Official Plan Review

outlined at Council meeting

At the regular Municipal Council meeting on Monday, June 20, Ray Duhamel of Jones Consulting made a short presentation to Council that turned into an extensive and informative discussion. Jones Consulting has been hired to review Leamington’s Official Plan and present an updated plan to Council by next summer, so Mr. Duhamel was present to outline to Council the process and timelines the project would take.

Points raised by Mr. Duhamel included a new requirement to identify settlement boundaries in Leamington that are consistent with the recently passed County Official Plan, acknowledging Leamington’s affordable housing target and its target for housing intensification, setting out goals and policies for waterfront development, and presenting a clear, defensible policy for Southeast Leamington.

Mr. Duhamel reminded Council that in spite of the title “five year review”, it has been 15 years since work began on Leamington’s existing Official Plan, and a lot has changed in that time.

Finally, in his introduction Mr. Duhamel indicated that he wants to start by trying to clearly understand the desires of Council and senior administration so that he can begin formulating a policy options report for September.

Highlights of the participation of members of Council begin with a question from Councillor John Hammond about the uptown improvement plan. Would it be the focus of the kind of close scrutiny that is needed to help insure it will achieve what it was designed to do: reinvigorate the uptown commercial district? Mr. Duhamel agreed that close study was essential to see if (as an example) there are unintended barriers to investment in the uptown core.

Councillor Larry Verbeke raised a question that has plagued local landowners for a long time now. Will Leamington be able to designate 25 acre parcels as farms, or will it be forced to adopt some less desirable minimum? He was told that the County has just about completed its farm size study and soon will make a decision. That deci-

sion will force Leamington’s Official Plan to comply with the County standard. Mr. Duhamel added that he is one of the consultants who has done work on the county study, and said, “There are arguments to be made on both sides of the argument”.

Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald questioned if Community Improvement Plans could be incorporated into the new Official Plan. Is that even addressed in an Official Plan? The response to her was a clear yes. Changes to the existing CIP boundaries, or new areas to be added go into the official plan. That lays the groundwork for a subsequent CIP that itself details the exact Plan for the new area(s).

At this point the consultant took a moment to remind Council that this is exactly the kind of questioning and comment he wants. “What are the hot topics going out 20 years?” He re-emphasized that this makes a big difference to Council and to the Official Plan’s final form.

Councillor John Jacobs wanted first to know whether tinkering with the CIP in the official plan would mean that Council is cemented into a particular position. Reassured that would not be the case, Coun. Jacobs went on to ask if the results of the strategic planning sessions Council has gone through would affect the Official Plan. Mr. Duhamel was quick to emphasize there is a difference between a ‘strategic plan’ — essentially an action plan — and an Official Plan that is more of a policy framework, but that the strategic plan can be rolled into the Official Plan.

Councillor Tim Wilkinson took his opportunity to speak as a chance to emphasize the importance he (and all of Council) puts on the waterfront. “I’m excited about what we’re doing about the waterfront, but we’ve got to get it right.” In his vision, the successful waterfront will be complemented by the uptown core.

CEO Peter Neufeld took the opportunity to identify four components of the work on the Official Plan that would be key. One and two are the waterfront and the uptown policies, three will be the industrial lands Leamington wants to develop, and four would be questions around Leamington’s growth: what do we do about the lands once identified for residential development that are now owned by the Caldwell First Nation? Should study be directed at a sewer system for Seacliff Drive West out to Fraser Road to create potential for residential development in the west?

Neufeld also reminded Council that it would be necessary to work with the Essex County Conservation Authority to develop clear policies for the future of Southeast Leamington.

Mayor John Paterson concluded the questioning and discussion with an important question to benefit everybody on Council. He asked if the Official Plan would be a “shall” document, or a “should” document.

Mr. Duhamel reminded the mayor and all of Council that there are elements of both in the Official Plan: you shall protect agricultural land, and you shall protect provincially significant wetlands, for example, are combined with guidelines of Leamington’s own devising that are in the plan (i.e. should).

Mayor Paterson continued with questioning of settlement areas. Is Leamington bound by the settlement areas the County has developed for its Official Plan?

The response was that the County has set the boundaries that must be accepted, to which Mayor Paterson asked, what if our vision is different from what it was two years ago when the County did its housing needs study?

Mayor Paterson was told that if Leamington undertook a population study that was significantly at odds with the study the County did, it might be possible to justify more area — an amendment to the County Official Plan. Alternately, it might be possible to ‘swap’ designations so areas identified for one use by the County Official Plan could be changed to another use while a corresponding area replaces that designation.

Discussion ended and Municipal Council voted to accept the report for information purposes.

Proposed development on Talbot

There is a proposal for a residential development on vacant land between Talbot Street and Foundry that has access from Talbot Street East. This was first proposed a while ago and was sent back for modifications. As the report says: “It is proposed that the subject property be developed for eight multi-unit dwellings with a total of 31 units. Commercial development is permitted on the front portion of the property, but is not being developed at this time.”

At the June 20 meeting of Council, Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald expressed concern about the density of this development and the potential it has to be a social mistake.

Councillor John Hammond also expressed concern about the development density.

A neighbour was present at the meeting with a legal representative, but wasn’t invited to speak.

The proposed site plan was passed by Municipal Council.

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MPP Rick Nicholls gives Council Queen’s Park Update

Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls was before Leamington Municipal Council June 20 to present an update about his activities this past session of Provincial Government. He began with the natural gas challenge created by the government. He pointed out that to meet the 2030 target, fossil fuel consumption must drop by 40%. He said a “net zero” home (that uses no net fossil fuel) will cost about $100,000 more than today. Along with the loss of indirect jobs, he indicated his intense concern.

In his role as the P.C. critic of community safety he has proposed cameras for school buses that can be used for prosecution of drivers that pass stopped school buses.

In addition, he has sponsored a ground current pollution bill to deal with electrical energy that is bled off the grid into the ground. Nicholls says this practice is costing farm animal lives.

Mr. Nicholls then turned his attention to the Ontario Registered Pension Plan and his opposition to it. He also criticized the Cabinet shuffle, both in terms of the number of ministers in Cabinet as well as some of the people who fill them. Mr. Nicholls referred to government actions, policies or inactions that have (or will) drive businesses out of the Province of Ontario. He cast doubt on the strategic skills of the new members (and newly relocated members) reciting concerns from their past performance, or uncomfortable placing in their current positions.

Mr. Nicholls invited questions from Council. Councillor Tim Wilkinson asked for his opinion on the chances of having Hwy 3 (Bruce Crozier Way) widened. Mr. Nicholls was not very optimistic because of the spending in the GTA that seems to be sucking the money away from rural Ontario.

Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald spoke up about the strain on utilities being created by the Liberal government. As an example, she pointed out that the Union Water System spent in the range of $750,000 to $780,000 on electricity back in 2011; now, in spite of energy-saving changes, the bill for electricity in 2015 was $1.1 million.

Mayor John Paterson concluded question time by re-emphasizing the open door policy for both MPP Nicholls as well as Member of Parliament Dave Van Kesteren. He and Mr. Nicholls discussed natural gas reliance and ground current pollution with mutual interest.

Mayor Paterson asked Mr. Nicholls to take back thanks to Queen’s Park for the assistance to Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

Discussions ended with questions about election changes — elections finance, campaign lengths, and the opportunity for volunteer firefighters to take a leave of absence to run for Municipal Council.

Mr. Nicholls concluded with the promise to help the municipality any time and any way in the future.

Upgrades to storm water management approved

There is a storm water management pond on Leamington’s east side that handles runoff from the eastside arterial road (County Road 33). The Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change has concerns that Sturgeon Creek has “little or no capacity” to assimilate phosphorus and nitrates because of agricultural runoff upstream.

As a consequence, the Ministry is requesting what are called “offsets” to allow the road drainage to be approved. Offsets are improvements that can be credited as offsetting the additional burden on Sturgeon Creek.

The solution Stantec Consulting and Leamington Engineers have come up with involves an upgrade to the design of the storm water management pond just off Anfred Street and the addition of a special medium to remove nutrients from storm water before it flows into Sturgeon Creek. The cost of the planning and construction will be in the area of $120,000.

Council passed the project for immediate construction a the June 20 meeting.

Approvals sought for site plans

An industrial building next to the pollution control plant has been proposed for significant expansion. The problem with the proposal is that the rear property backs onto the homes on the east side of Regatta.

The owners are prepared to amass all of the construction and other work at the

Pedestrian struck, charges laid

Leamington OPP received a call regarding a male pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle while walking on Essex County Rd. 33 in Leamington on June 20 at approximately 6:30 a.m.

A blue Dodge was travelling northbound on Essex County Rd. 33 when it struck the pedestrian with its side mirror. The vehicle then left the scene.

The pedestrian was taken to an area hospital by EssexWindsor Emergency Medical Service (EMS) for treatment for non-life threatening injuries.

The vehicle was located a short while later on Lutsch Ave. The driver, a 36-year-old Leamington woman, exhibited signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. She was charged with: Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle; Exceeding 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content; Driving While Under Suspension (x2) (Highway Traffic Act); Failure to Report Accident (Highway Traffic Act).

front of the property to minimize the impact on neighbours. All of the proposed development on the site meets current zoning provisions, so no exceptions need to be made. Council passed the recommendation.

Another site plan agreement is proposed for greenhouse alterations at Erieview Acres on Highway 77. This proposal also meets all of the provisions of the zoning by-law and has been recommended to Council from administration. This was also passed by Council.

Canada 150 CIP grant

Administration have asked Municipal Council for permission to apply to the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Plan for another grant, this time for ⅓ funding for the reconstruction of the Kinsmen baseball diamond field house. The deadline for applications is June 24.

This is the same program that provided $125,000 toward the Seacliff Park Beach area improvements in 2015. Council passed the request.

New traffic signals at Sherk St. and Seacliff Dr. W.

New traffic signals for the intersection of Sherk Street and Seacliff Drive West have been tendered and the low bid

was just over $200,000 with HST factored in. The capital budget estimate for the work was $200,000. The bill from the consulting engineering firm for construction and contract administration is $15,264 including HST.

In a report to Council June 20, Leamington’s Engineering Project Manager, Gaspare Graziano, recommended going ahead and trying to prevent going over the budget amount by trying to prevent the $20,000 included in the project as a contingency allowance from being used.

The initiative was endorsed by Council in spite of the potential over-expenditure as all agreed it is long overdue.

190 km/h on Hwy 3 results in stunt driving charges

On Saturday, June 11 at 3:00 p.m., OPP officers were conducting radar enforcement on Highway #3 in Kingsville when a vehicle came into range at 190 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, more than double the speed limit.

The vehicle was subsequently stopped and the driver, a 21-year-old male from Kingsville, was charged with Stunt Driving - speed in excess of 50 km/h over posted limit.

The vehicle was impounded for 7 days under the Stunt Driving law, along with a license suspension of 7 days.

Crash results in impaired charges

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Service (EMS) and Essex Fire and Rescue Services were called to Highway 3 and Essex County Rd. 23 (Arner Townline) for a two-vehicle crash on Sat. June 18 at approximately 10:30 p.m.

A Jeep Cherokee was struck from behind by a Ford Taurus, causing the Jeep to flip over onto its roof. The Ford then left the roadway and ended up on the shoulder in the intersection.

The driver of the Jeep sustained non-life threatening injuries and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. The driver of the Ford left the scene of the crash on foot through a field, but was found a short time later attempting to hitch-hike.

The driver of the Ford exhibited signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene. He also sustained nonlife threatening injuries and was transported to hospital for treatment.

A 21-year-old Leamington man was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Exceeding 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content. He will appear in a Windsor court in July to answer to the charges.

The Leamington Lasers swim team was well represented during this year’s Kids Of Steel triathlon races at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex Saturday, June 11. Some members took first place medals and plaques in their age groups while others volunteered for the 30th annual Leamington Triathlon Weekend. The Wednesday, June 15 edition of The Southpoint Sun incorrectly listed the winners of the Kids Of Steel competitors in the 10-11-yearold and 12-13-year-old divisions. The actual winners in those age divisions were Sian Kniaziew (female, 29:27, second from right in photo) and Lucas Moavro (male, 29:04, to Kniaziew’s immediate right) in the 10-11-year-old group and Rachel Patten (female, 44:20) and Jack Fairfield (male, 44:20) in the 12-13-year-old division. The Sun regrets the errors.

Sun Parlor Home’s Cruisin’ Down Memory Lane Car Show

— of heavy rainfall. The event included goodie bags and door prizes for each entry and a hot dog barbecue lunch. The show is organized by Michelle and Dave Taves, and Joe and Leise Sabelli. Residents at SPH perused the rows of classic cars and trucks throughout the gathering.

Forty-two of 47 registered entries gathered for the 2016 edition of the Sun Parlor Home Cruisin’ Down Memory Lane Car Show Thursday, June 16 despite the looming threat — and eventual arrival

A 1951 Farmall Super A purchased by Wray Williams for Williams Nurseries Ltd. was likely the hardest-working entry during the 2016 Sun Parlor Home’s Cruisin’ Down Memory Lane Car Show. Williams Nurseries owners Mark (far right) and Sue (far left) brought the tractor. Mark’s parents are in the middle of the photo.

Don Pearce’s 1956 Dodge Regent and its imposing grill-bumper rest along one of the aisles at the 2016 Sun Parlour Home Cruisin’ Down Memory Lane Car Show.

Sun Parlour Home Cruisin’ Down Memory Lane Car Show coorganizer Joe Sabelli directs arrival Gary Holt and his 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA to an open spot during the second annual gathering of its kind.

The 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge convertible of Brian Brown reveals its 400 cubic-inch power plant.

Huge crowd attends Leamington Fair

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who manage to pull off the unimaginable.

But there’s nothing like a sun-filled weekend to make all the work seem worth it.

Wiper said she won’t know for about a week the actual attendance numbers, but judging from what she saw it was a pretty good turnout.

While the demo derby seemed to be the most popular attraction, the midway was also popular with youngsters of all ages, along with the marketplace, the tractor pull and the antique tractor parade and display.

She admits to a little disappointment over several entrants for harness racing withdrawing at the last minute. But there was one familiar face at the reins.

Essex County Warden and Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain was ‘back in the saddle’.

Despite last year’s training accident, where he was thrown from a horse and received broken ribs, a broken clavicle, a broken bone in his back and a bruised lung, Bain was back at the reins behind the culprit responsible for his injuries, ‘Jimini Top’. He may have finished second behind ‘My Greek Princess’ but Bain was still a winner.

Kailee Guenther of Leamington rings the bell as she enjoys her ride in the firetruck at the fair.

On Sunday afternoon at the Leamington Fair, chuckwagon races took to the track for the first time. The crowds also delighted in watching chariot races.

Christian Papp, 5, of Leamington has a fishing tale to tell, as he scoops up a fish at the fair.

The beautiful weather helped attendance at this year’s fair. Saturday afternoon, the fairgrounds were extremely busy, with hundreds filling the midway and the grandstands.

Kevin Chevalier of Leamington manages a 241.9-foot pull in his Oliver 77 Diesel tractor on Saturday afternoon in the tractor pull competition.

Look! No hands!

Progs golf results

June 14 was a picture perfect day and helped some of the 51 Erie Shores proggers. There were some outstanding scores and then there were too many that haven’t hit their peak.

It was also another luck of the draw venture. Those that are lucky continue to be that way, not sharing with those unfortunate duffs. The winning team on this day was Team Clubs. Continuing their lucky ways are Ken Segedin, Richard Reive, John Penner, Wayne Quinn, Harry Badz, Gord Anderson, Larry Roberts, Kevin Shaften, Dan McQueen, Neil Reimer, Fred (I finally won) Klassen, Ken Cobby and Dan Mushuronchan. They ended up with a total of +22 and each player garnered $10.

Leading the charge with +7s were Dan McQueen and Jim Sudds. Both of these golfers have been on a hot streak. Dan has a total of +13 for 2 weeks. Jim has consistently played great golf and is running away with the overall progs points. Each of them received $17.

Close behind were Barry Miller and Ernie Schmidtgall with +6. If they would have played a bit better, they could have won the big money instead of the $5 allotted.

In the skins game, $16 was won for each skin. Winners include Ed Schachowskoy (#4), Barry Miller (#9), Bill Ruiter (#10), Ron Koop (#13) and Dave Wilkinson (#14).

Ollie Mastronardi has suffered the last couple of weeks. Fellow proggers think they may have discovered a small part of the problem. Ollie has a GPS watch, which many others also have. It gives fairly accurate yardage to the middle of the green. On one of the holes, Ollie was questioning the yardage and asked his group what they had. The others said 150 while Ollie’s said 100. That’s quite a difference! On further examination, Ollie had left it on watch mode. Hence, his 100 yards was really 1:00 p.m. Isn’t technology grand? So is getting older.

And finally, the 3-putt snake has slithered its way over to Fred Klassen. Throughout the whole round, there was only one 3 putt from the group of four.

Thursday night

men’s golf results

On an absolutely perfect day for golf, with sunshine and temperatures fluctuating in the mid-20s on June 9, the individual scores at the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club went a long way in helping many of the teams move up the ladder in the overall standings.

In fact, the low gross score of the day, a two under par 33 by Ben Hogan team captain Ward Hutchins, and the lowest net round of the evening, a four under par net 31 by fellow team member Chris Fehr, help solidify Team Ben Hogan’s first place standing in the league with 83 points – giving them a 9-point lead over the second place team of Byron Nelson who have 74 points.

Team Sam Snead moved up to third place with 73 points, while the Tom Watson squad moved from sixth place up to fourth spot with their total of 72 points. Team Jack Nicklaus fell from second to fifth place with 71 points, but that still leaves them 5 points ahead of the Arnold Palmer crew who has 66. The four other teams remain farther back with point totals ranging from 62 to 37.

Other impressive individual player scores included Matt Iacobelli, Bill Ruiter, Tim Towle, Mike McKinnon and Brian Humphreys who all shot even par rounds of 35 to finish two behind Ward Hutchins. On the net side, finishing second to Chris Fehr with a 3 under par net score of 32 were Mike Herbert and Jim Wiebe.

Tim Vreman, Joe Moavro, Bill Slater and Terry McLaughlin all tied for third lowest net scores with 2 under rounds of 33. The longest drive honours of the evening went to Dave McIntyre, while Ward Hutchins made the longest putt and Brian Plumb had the closest to the pin shot on hole #5.

It was also one of the quietest nights ever for skins with only 5 being handed out to Joe Moavro, Mike Herbert, Wray Pollock, Claudio Sabelli and Bob Dick. 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 “Official Thursday Night Men’s League Website”.

Wheatley women’s ball hockey

The Wheatley Journal took a 3-1 win over the Car Barn on Monday, June 13. Scoring for The Journal were Anita VanRooyen, Brenda Vink from Marianne Vergeer, and Cindy Osadzuk from Cheryl Johnston. Scoring the lone Car Barn marker was Ryah Cottingham from Jenn Cardosa.

The second game of the night was a great matchup as Anthony-Keats and Johnston Net & Twine ended in a 2-2 draw. Scoring for Anthony-Keats were Drew Bowman and Brooke Kaiser from Sian Arthurs. Scoring for Johnston’s were Kellie Rodrigues from Amy Brown and Jessica Imeson from Kaily Zack.

TT senior golf

By Bob McLean

The Talbot Trail senior golf league was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Al Stockwell, one of the league’s very inspiring super senior golfers. Al loved the game of golf! He delivered an excellent joke that everyone enjoyed at one of our scrambles last year. Al bought us donuts on his 90th and 91st birthdays. The members will miss his youthful enthusiasm.

On Tues. June 14, 70 senior league members attempted to tame the TT course.

The ‘KID” division (50-67) certainly took over. Smooth swinging Jerry Omstead led the whole field with his masterful 37. He was closely followed by long hitting Ken Krueger who shot a terrific 38. Our group can attest to his driving ability as we were putting out on #8 when Ken’s drive rolled on to the green. Jim Pearson continued his excellent play as he came in with an impressive 39.

Soaring Wiz Derbyshire shot one of his best rounds as he, along with John Liddell scored magnificent 41s. Three players who had gratifying 43s were Al Matthews, Steve Longeway and Larry Hughes. One shot back were Kevin Jordan and Dave Overholt who shot solid 44s. Very satisfying 45s went to Bummy, Jamie Arquette and Dave Alexander. Other commendable results came from Howard Mulrain and David Tonks. Art Regehr merited a nifty 50.

Closest to the pin on #9 was won by John Liddell whose shot ended up only a few feet from the hole. Terry Bee won the long putt on #2. I’m not sure how far it was, but it beat everyone else, Terry!

The 80-85y group and the super senior division (86+y) also played some inspiring golf. Leading the way was steady playing Walter Balsam who earned an impressive 44. Bob Freure continued his fine play as he earned a terrific 46. Tom Hyatt and Ed Woelk produced very praiseworthy 48s. Playing solid golf, Carl Robinson merited a nifty 50. Both Bill Edwards and Gerry Becigneul achieved commendable results.

In the Super Senior division, Dave La Bonte showed he had the right stuff as he came in with a brilliant 48. Both Orville Ellwood and Bill Hutchinson played superbly as they produced noteworthy results of 54 and 55 respectively.

The 68-72y division had many praiseworthy scores. Tied for first place were Dutchy and Bill Ward. They both shot excellent 40s. Both Doug Langlois and Bob Mclean came in with superb 42s. Dave Dent and Mike Getty achieved very solid 44s. Rick Thompson, Pat Hill and Paul Harrison produced gratifying results of 46, 47 and 48 respectively. Gord Chadwick and George Toews shot very commendable 48s. Four golfers who earned 49s were Larry Schmidt, Mac Hyatt, Ray La Pierre and Larry Haggitt. Al Zanuttini travelled the course with a nifty 50.

In the 73-79y grouping, Joe Vertel and Vic Reynaert continued to play superbly as they fired 43s. Gerald Rivait and Paul Brown scored very praiseworthy 44s. Mike Wright achieved a solid 45. Both Pete Daudlin and Bob Scott came in with praiseworthy 46s. Patch merited a noteworthy 47. Both Terry Bee and Don Willan scored satisfying 48s. Wayne Cowan, Larry Hillman, Eugene Abbruzzese and Andy Orsini also merited recognition for their fine play today.

The members give special thanks to Jan Derbyshire for doing the scoring sheets. (I thought Wiz was doing these.) (Me too!) (I guess we were wrong!) These records help us to see how our games are progressing. Jan will have our Scoring Sheets posted outside the men’s washroom in the near future. Keep trying to improve as the season goes by.

Bummy’s golf tip of the week: Hurt your neck at tennis and it will help you keep your head down!

ERCA unveils new birders’ sign

By Bryan Jessop

Identifying birds spotted at the Hillman Marsh viewing shelter just became slightly more than two times easier.

The Essex Region Conservation Authority, along with a handful of partners, revealed the new Waterbirds of Hillman Marsh sign — mounted on the main, interior wall of the shelter — Tuesday, June 14. The sign features 36 species of water fowl and other water birds, joining a sign of equal size that was installed about one year earlier. The older sign, with contents arranged in the same fashion as the new edition, features 35 shorebird species, also with physical descriptions and pictures taken by local photographers.

The profile of each bird includes a small Western Hemisphere map depicting the species’ residential habits, whether it be year round, summer (breeding), winter (non-breeding) or migratory. Beside the bird’s English and Latin/scientific name is a legend indicating whether it is common, fairly common, uncommon, rare, very rare or nesting to Hillman Marsh and surrounding areas. At the bottom of each profile is a written description of the bird’s physical features including size, shape and colour patterns of males and fe-

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Like the shorebird sign installed a year earlier at the same location, the design, creation, installation and funding of the waterbirds sign was a collaborative effort between ERCA, the Ontario Field Ornithologists (OFO), Pelee Wings Nature Store, Friends of Point Pelee and Essex County Nature. Also supporting the signage project are the Municipality of Leamington and Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island (TWEPI).

“We are, without a doubt, one of North America’s premier bird-watching hotspots,” said ERCA chairperson Ed Sleiman during the unveiling in the viewing shelter along the perimeter of the 66-acre shorebird habitat.

The habitat was constructed on a site formerly used as farmland in 2003, providing a stopover for migratory birds as well as an ideal location for birding enthusiasts from across Essex County, Canada, North America and the world to catch a glimpse of them. The shelter was built in 2013 and was complimented with the shorebird interpretive sign two years later. The Hillman Marsh Conservation Area, along with other local birding sites including Point Pelee National Park and Holiday Beach Conservation Area, contribute about $15 million into the Windsor-Essex economy each spring through an estimated 40,000 visitors from across North America and beyond.

Guest speakers at the unveiling celebration also included Leamington deputy mayor Hilda MacDonald, TWEPI CEO Gordon Orr, Pelee Wings Nature store owner Michael Malone and ERCA general manager Richard Wyma.

“Gone are the days where we can just let tourism happen,” said MacDonald, representing Leamington mayor John Paterson who had out-of-town commitments during the event. “Now we have to be more attractive, we have to be more interesting and we have to be more challenging than the last tourist spot.”

CIYC holds regatta for cystic fibrosis

Kingsville’s Cedar Island Yacht Club (CIYC) held its Annual Sail for Cystic Fibrosis Regatta on June 11. This is the seventh year CIYC has held the CF regatta to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis research and support. Entry to the sailboat races requires skippers and crew to raise funds through pledges and donations. Members of the club and visiting sailboats from other clubs gather a mile offshore in Lake Erie to race for the coveted trophies.

Cystic Fibrosis Canada has been the recipient of almost $33,000 over the past six years from the CIYC. CIYC members Mike and Allyssyn Lippmann, whose son Scott died from the disease in 2010, spearhead the regatta. The recipient of a double lung transplant, Scott was 31 and, himself, an avid sailor. Cedar Island Yacht Club continues to recognize Scott, his battle against the effects of this terrible disease, and the need for funds for research and family support.

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is the most common fatal genetic disease affecting Canadian children and young adults. At present, there is no cure.

CF causes various effects on the body, but mainly affects the digestive system and lungs. Persistent and ongoing infection in the lungs leads to the destruction of lungs and loss of lung function. Scott’s boat, Breathe Easy, has been adopted and is sailed by his sister Jyllian.

It is estimated that one in every 3,600 children born in Canada has CF. More than 4,100 Canadian children, adolescents, and adults with cystic fibrosis attend specialized CF clinics.

From left to right, Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island CEO Gordon Orr, Leamington deputy mayor Hilda McDonald, Essex Region

Conservation Authority chairperson Ed Sleiman, Pelee Wings Nature Store owner Michael Malone, ERCA vice chair and Lakeshore councilor Len Janisse, ERCA general manager Richard Wyma and Holiday Beach Migration Observatory past president Bob Hall-Brooks reveal a new Waterbirds of Hillman Marsh sign at the site’s habitat viewing shelter Tuesday, June 14.

Erie Shores senior men’s golf league

Sixty-four members of the Erie Shores senior men’s golf league, sponsored by Flamingo Restaurant, teed off with a shotgun start and enjoyed a fine day of golf.

Fifty-fifty winners were Les Young and Don Mensch. Gary Alderson hogged the par 3s as he wound up closest to the pin on both #3 and #16. Brett Madden sunk the longest putt on #7, while Fred Klassen did it on #17.

In a game of high and low scores, the winning team at -6 consisted of Heinz Kosempel, Richard Leslie, Brent Metz and John Rutgers. Second place at -3 went to Tom Miehl, Herb Grundner and Eddie Schachoskoy. In third place at -2 were Roger Hodgson, Kevin Shaften, Bob Sinclair and Dan McQueen. Fourth place was also at -2, but placed there by retrogression was the team of Dave Wilkinson, Frank Dick, Ron Gagne and Brett Madden.

Low golfers for the day were Heinz Kosempel and John Rutgers at 77. Also breaking the 80 barrier were Ron Koop and Tom Miehl at 79. Kosempel was caught teeing up ahead of a birdie (a golf no-no) and paid the price with a pitcher of beer

John Rutgers and Tom Miehl led the birdie parade with 4 each. Barry Power and Gary Alderson had 3 each, while Ross Clark, Tom Bondy and Ken Luxford had 2 apiece.

Singles went to Mike Chadsey and Don Mensch on #1, Roger Hodgson, Neil Reimer and Richard Reive on #2, Heinz Kosempel on #3, Dan McQueen on #4, and Bill Stackpoole on #8. Bob Sinclair. Tim Dobson, Larry Hughes and Richard Leslie birdied #9, Henry Hildebrandt #10, Les Young #11, and Matt Dinchik # 15.

If you would like to join the league or sign up, email eseniorleague@gmail.com

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Home golf tourney

Warm weather with sunny skies and great course conditions prevailed for the 14th annual charity golf tournament organized by the Leamington Mennonite Home at Leamington’s Erie Shores Golf & Country Club on Saturday, June 18.

This has become one of the largest fundraising tournaments in Essex County as 141 golfers played and $54,000 was raised. Over the past 14 years this tournament has raised a total of $479,000. The proceeds this year were earmarked for the Nurse Call and Wanderguard System.

The tournament featured a number of skills competitions and contests. A highlight for the past few years has been the putting contest. This year the $500 prize was won by Ernie Brown, Dave Krueger, George Tiessen and Henry Wiens.

The winning men’s, women’s and mixed teams received restaurant gift certificates. For the women, the team of Diane Penner, Bea Krueger, Annie Pump, and Lori Kelly were victorious. The winning men’s team included Neil Sawatzky, Kevin Sawatzky, Brian Hannon, and George Bergen. Additionally, the team of Neil Quiring, Tina Quiring, Sue Marentette and J.P. Marentette was the best mixed team.

The longest putt was won by Fred Klassen for the men and Lynda Mastronardi for the women. Chris Guenther won the longest drive for the men and Lisa Sawatzky was the women’s winner. The straightest drive was won by John Penner for the men and Gemma Bowman for the women.

A cash prize was awarded for the closest to the pin and Pete Driedger won for the men while Amy Pilmer won for the women. Prizes were awarded for the closest to the Pepsi bottle on the first fairway. Don Kennedy for the men and Sue Marentette for the women were the victors.

An exciting feature this year was the awarding of Erie Shores golf gift certificates to the best dressed team. The winners were Lisa Fehr, Cheryl Rutgers, Amy Pilmer and JoAnne Smith.

The Leamington Mennonite Home has served the needs of seniors in Leamington for 51 years and is the only not-for-profit charitable long-term care facility in Windsor-Essex County.

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Winning mixed team, left to right: J.P. Marentette, Sue Marentette, Neil Quiring, Tina Quiring.

Photo by El Enns Photography

BRYAN JESSOP

Jessop’s Journal

My tiki cup runneth over

From this point forward, I’ve decided to take a new approach to Father’s Day.

It’s not exactly revolutionary. In fact, millions of people around the world have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries and holidays in pretty much the same fashion for hundreds of years. To preamble a bit, my wife and I have allowed our son to select our birthday, Christmas and Mother’s/Father’s Day gifts by picking them out by himself at the Dollar Store. In the past, we’ve asked each other what is wanted or needed and then Reid is led by the non-receiving parent through the aisles to select whatever size, colour or version of that present he thinks is best.

This year, I had no idea what to ask of him, so I told Janice to simply let him pick whatever he saw as most appropriate. Prior to the big day, I was told that one of his selections was very “unique” and that he was extremely pleased with himself for finding such a magnificent item. Our rapidlygrowing four-year-old probably told me at least 20 times leading up to June 19 that I would have to wait until Sunday to receive this extraordinary gift.

Well, Sunday morning finally arrived. Reid sprinted into our bedroom to inform me that I would have to find the plastic bag that contained this present to end all presents. So, off I went on his little quest, no doubt inspired by the same mission we sent him on for the past couple Easter mornings. Eventually, I found the Dollar Store bag behind the chair in his bedroom. I sat down and began extracting my spoils.

The first item seemed appropriate enough for this time of year — a frisbee, in my favourite colour of orange, no less. The second of three presents was actually downright traditional — a couple pairs of black socks. The third was the one that filled him with unrelenting pride… a translucent plastic green drinking cup, where the “stem” is the body of a tribal Aztec person and the drinking cup is his massive, cartoonishly oversized tiki mask-covered head. The little character uses his arms to hold up his head, which is probably about five times larger than his body. His feet are also disproportionately large (although not nearly to the same extent as his head), perched upon a base that allows the cup to remain upright.

Prior to receiving this last item — which is by far my favourite of the three — my wife warned me that it might not be the most practical thing I’ve ever owned. True enough, but it’s still as functional as any other drinking cup, glass or mug. Sure, the little neon-green character hails from China rather than the humid depths of the Yucatan Peninsula, but a sticker on the side of his noggin (which, fittingly enough, means “small cup” as well as being slang for a person’s head) assured me that he is BPA free.

Not too long ago, Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School was also the recipient of a surprise gift. The Leamington Cougars Basketball Association (yeah, there’s often confusion in the Leamington area when someone refers to “Cougars basketball”), likely in a gesture of gratitude for being allowed use Cardinal Carter as a practice and tournament-hosting facility, gave the local school a set of shot clocks.

Ladies 18hole league plays Tens

June 14 was a wonderful day for the 18-hole ladies league to play golf on a wonderful course, Erie Shores. The game was Tens, where players get rewarded for hitting the fairway and putting like pros.

Winners were: A Flight - Tym Branagan with 102; B Flight - Anne Badz with 104; C FlightLieta Vines with 107.

Chip-ins were had by: Debbie Kobayashi on #2, Carolyn Kelly #5, Muriel Davey #7, Mary Wilson #12, and Lisa Sawatzky #17.

Congratulations to all the ladies who played well!

“But there ARE no shot clocks in high school basketball!” you might be saying to yourself while assuming that there is no practical use for such equipment at the high school level. Well, the LCBA is either equipped with a time machine, crystal ball or good old-fashioned clairvoyance, because the days of taking your sweet time before finally taking a stab at a two- or three-pointer in high school hoops could very well be over in Ontario. Word has it that the 2016-17 provincial secondary school basketball championships will introduce shot clocks. There’s also a very good chance that the NBA element of the game will be added for the regular reason for all associations including WECSSAA. I would certainly hope so, since it would be kind of bizarre to hold off on such a massive rule change for the 16 teams advancing to the OFSAA tourneys for girls and boys A, AA and AAA divisions. Imagine bringing the red line back (no more twoline passes) to high school hockey, but not until the seasonending tournament. Madness.

Anyway, I think introducing a shot clock to high school basketball is a pretty good idea. For one thing, any player hoping to achieve an NCAA or OCAA scholarship and/ or playing post-secondary basketball had better become acquainted with that particular element of the game. Secondly, it’ll likely speed things up significantly. The hoops shot clock will literally be the biggest game changer in high school sports that I can recall. No more wandering or passing the ball around just outside the key to kill time while nursing a late fourth-quarter lead. It’s going to require some strategic adjustments for coaches and players alike, so spectators should probably expect to witness some trial and error on this one.

I’m also curious as to who is going to man the shot clock — another OFSAA-accredited official or volunteer high school students. I sincerely doubt it’s as easy as it looks. If you’ve ever watched minor or junior lacrosse, you’ve probably heard more than a few irate fans, players and coaches getting pretty vocal with officials about a shot clock that hasn’t been reset. In lacrosse, the on-floor official usually signals to the shot clock keeper to reset the clock with a hand signal and/or simply shouting “reset!” In either sport, shot clock personnel cannot take their eyes off the play for so much as a second.

Whether or not a shot clock is to be reset is based on a

myriad of rules and circumstances, some of which are going to be debatable. Whoever steps up and takes on the responsibilities of shot clock keeper for the first year in high school sports instantly gets my respect.

In any case, I just hope that players, coaches and spectators understand that the introduction of shot clocks is going to have a few hiccups, if and when it happens.

Midgets improve to 8 and 2

With a pair of wins on the weekend, the Leamington Midget Lakers improve their record to 8 and 2 in Sun Parlour league play.

On Friday evening, June 17, they hosted the Dresden Tigers and fought off a late scare to edge them 6-4. Saturday afternoon they travelled to LaSalle and beat the Titans 9-3.

Strong pitching, clutch defense and timely hitting proved to be the right mix in the game against a tough Dresden team. James Hiebert started on the mound and earned the win for the Lakers. Emilio Gomez and Kameron Wall came on in relief.

Hiebert, Kyle Wall, Brandon Teichroeb and Kameron Wall had the only hits for Leamington

In the top of the sixth inning, Dresden loaded the bases with none out. With a drawn in infield, shortstop Brett Enns fielded a couple of hard hit ground balls and threw to catcher Dawson Iles for the force. Iles then tagged a Dresden player trying to score on a passed ball to end the threat.

“We struggled hitting,” said coach Chris Lamotte, “so played some small ball to generate a few runs and let our defense and pitching do their job.”

In LaSalle, a five-run fourth inning opened the game up leading to the victory over the Titans.

Kameron Wall went the distance, pitching all seven innings.

“He threw a magnificent game,” said coach Terry Misener. “Earlier in the day he was lit up in an inning he pitched against the Tim Hortons Black team, so I was worried how he would bounce back.”

“He had great control striking out 7 and walking only two LaSalle batters,” said Misener.

Enns, Kameron Wall and Aidan Massad had three hits each. Gomez scored twice.

The Midgets are sponsored by Howie’s Custom Coating. Their next home games are Thursday (June 23) against Essex and Saturday (June 25) in a rematch against LaSalle. Both games are at 7 p.m. at the Kinsmen Baseball Complex.

We would like to extend a special thanks to all who helped to make the 2016 Leamington Triathlon Weekend such a great success. To our competitors many of who come from Windsor and Essex County. Thank-you for participating! In particular, in keeping our athletes safe we would like to thank the residents and businesses along the race routes for their patience while the event was underway.

We would also like to thank the many volunteers who performed the duties, large and small, required to make an event like this run smoothly. We appreciate the donations of cash, food, prizes or services by the following:

Lions declare athletic award winners

By Bryan Jessop

The second-to-last athletic season at its Talbot Street West location has officially come to an end for Leamington District Secondary School.

The 2015-16 seasons for boys, girls, junior and senior sports was capped off with the school’s athletic banquet awards ceremony, hosted by the Leamington Portuguese Club Wednesday, June 8. The event was attended by more than 200 guests, gathered in anticipation of hearing this year’s award winners.

“It was another successful event,” said LDSS health and physical education department head Tony Nurse, who also coLeamington District Secondary School staff member Lindsay Walker (right) took Lions’ coach of the year honours while Monitha Leng earned the Coach’s Bursary Award, a new category selected by the Coach of the Year for a graduating student demonstrating athletic, leadership and academic abilities.

coaches the Lions boys hockey team. “It was a great showing. We had some good success this season, especially in badminton — they were phenomenal.”

This year’s LDSS badminton teams took WECSSAA and SWOSSAA titles in numerous categories before eight of the team’s members headed to North Bay for OFSAA provincial championships. Two LDSS girls doubles teams finished in fifth and seventh overall positions in the Ontario finals.

This year’s combined total of student athletes remained the same as in previous years, allowing the school to disperse most of the teams that competed in WECSSAA from previous years. Starting in September, the biggest change in Ontario high school sports will be the introduction of a shot clock in basketball in all three population categories (A, AA and AAA) at boys, girls, junior and senior divisions. Confirmation that the clocks will be introduced at the OFSAA level has already passed, and is also likely for regular season regional groups, including WECSSAA.

Awards declared for this year’s LDSS student athletes were made as follows:

Team Awards

• Football — Kenneth Levesque (MVP), Mojtaba Mehry (best linesman), Billy Friesen and Dylan Chamberlain (rookies of the year);

• Cross Country — Zak Hodgson (male MVP), Emily Bunda (female MVP);

• Golf — Myles Thiessen (MVP);

• Tennis — Andrew Klein (most dedicated), Amy Schroeder (most improved);

• Senior girls basketball — Danielle Slingerland (MVP),

Lisa Teichroeb (defensive player of the year), Olivia Symons (sportsmanship award);

• Senior boys volleyball — Parker Garrod (MVP), Dan Warkentin (players’ choice MVP), Calvin Wongsuna (leadership award);

• Junior boys volleyball — Jeremiah Wiebe (MVP), Anthony Fehr (most dedicated), Josh Fehr (leadership award);

• Junior boys basketball — Matt Kroeker (MVP);

• Senior boys basketball — Mojtaba Mehry (MVP), Rocco Vernaroli (most improved), Nick Klassen (sixth man);

• Junior girls volleyball — Majlia Rosati (MVP), Morgan Brown (commitment to excellence), Chloe Jacob (rising star);

• Senior girls volleyball — Monitha Leng (MVP), Alison Fehr (most spirited), Agatha Driedger (most improved);

• Figure skating — Meghan Mercer (MVP);

• Junior badminton — Sean Leung (male MVP), Chloe Jacob (female MVP);

• Senior badminton — Frank Driedger (male MVP), Madisyn Clark and Jordyn Clark (female MVPs);

• Swim team — Maddie Lavoie (female MVP), Carson Labute (male MVP), Emily Bunda (most dedicated);

• Boys hockey — Ryan Wall (MVP), Spencer Wiebe (coaches award);

• Girls soccer — Allison Chopchik (MVP), Madison Baptista (rookie of the year), Nicole Neufeld (unsung hero);

• Boys soccer — Caesar Salan and Cristian Santos (Golden Boot), Sebastian Dam (most improved);

• Boys baseball — James Hiebert (MVP), Andrew Klein (most improved), Brett Enns (most sportsmanlike);

• Girls slo-pitch — Morgan Willms (unsung hero), Jordyn Clark (heart and hustle), Bailey Brown and Kate Derbyshire (breakout players of the year);

• Track and field — Kiera Jackson (MVP), Zak Hodgson (most improved), Emily Bunda (most dedicated).

Major Awards

• Junior girls athlete of the year — Olivia Symons;

• Junior boys athlete of the year — Sean Leng;

• Senior girls athlete of the year — Monitha Leng;

• Senior boys athlete of the year — Parker Garrod;

• Principal’s award — Agatha Driedger;

• Vice principal’s award — Monitha Leng;

• Mary Elizabeth Awrey Memorial Award — Morgan Willms;

• Dick Bowden Unsung Hero Award — Frank Driedger.

From left to right, Parker Garrod, Sean Leng, Monitha Leng, Agatha Driedger, Frank Driedger, Morgan Willms and Olivia Symons were this year’s major award winners during the 2015-16 Leamington District Secondary School athletic awards banquet.

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Cougars wrap up athletic season with banquet

By Bryan Jessop

A season of ups and downs has come to an end for the Cardinal Carter Cougars.

The school concluded the 2015-16 campaign on Thursday, June 9 with its annual athletic awards banquet at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden. About 120 student athletes, coaches and parents attended this year’s ceremony, an opportunity to look back on the accomplishments of the past 10 months in addition to handing out awards.

Chelsea Salter represented the Cougars at the OFSAA regionals in two track and field events as well as cross-country competition, while Julia Pearce joined her on the track team in the Ontario finals. Pearce and her sister Cristiana also found their way to the podium in OFSAA gymnastics, held in Windsor.

“We had some good things happen this year,” noted Cardinal Carter athletic department head and football/slopitch/volleyball coach Mark Renaud. “Seeing the (senior) football team win the Wilson championship was a highlight. In other places, things didn’t go as we expected.”

Both the senior girls and boys soccer teams were successful this year and with fairly young rosters, Renaud suspects both teams could be forces to reckon with for the 2017 season. The 201617 basketball season could introduce shot clocks at the regional levels in both senior and junior boys and girls levels, a change that Cardinal Carter is already equipped to handle — recently, the Leamington Cougars minor basketball organization donated a set of shot clocks to the school.

This year’s Cardinal Carter athletic awards were announced as follows:

Team Awards

• Junior football — Thomas Saba (defensive MVP), Matt Carvalho (offensive MVP), Adam McLellan (team MVP), Jackson Klassen (lineman of the year);

• Senior football — Kyle Jennings (defensive MVP), C.J. Church (offensive MVP), Zach Benson (team MVP), Dante D’Andrea (lineman of the year);

• Junior boys basketball

— Matt Carvalho (MVP), Solomon Sleiman (coach’s award);

• Senior boys basketball — Chris Tannous (coach’s award), Alex Goncalves (MVP);

• Senior girls basketball

— Kiana Garganta (MVP), Sarah Beneteau (coach’s award);

• Junior boys volleyball — Solomon Sleiman (coach’s award), Mark Jraiche (MVP);

• Senior boys volleyball — Dillon St. Bernard (MVP), Peter Najem (coach’s award);

• Junior girls volleyball

— Megann Gillett (MVP), Brennah Winterburn (MVP);

• Senior girls volleyball

— Lauren Youssef (coach’s award), Chelsea Salter (MVP);

• Girls hockey — Gioia Diciocco (MVP), Myha Di Laudo (rookie of the year);

• Cross country — Chelsea Salter (MVP), Katie Zuccato (coach’s award);

• Senior boys soccer — Lucas Azar (coach’s award), Thomas Saba (rookie of the year);

• Junior boys soccer

— Michael Fratarcangeli (coach’s award), Austin Paparola (MVP);

• Senior girls soccer — Chantel Mendes (MVP), Miranda Obeid (rookie of the year);

• Senior badminton — Pe-

ter Najem (MVP);

• Junior badminton — Matt Travis and Evan Nassif (MVPs), Ashley Najem (coach’s award);

• Girls softball — Megann Gillett (rookie of the year), Sydnee Sleiman (MVP);

• Boys baseball — Aidan Massad (MVP), Liam Bergeron (coach’s award);

• Tennis — Lauren Youssef (MVP);

• Gymnastics — Julia Pearce (junior MVP), Cristina Pearce (senior MVP);

• Track — Chelsea Salter (outstanding performance, senior), Julia Pearce (outstanding performance, junior);

• Golf — Gioia Diciocco (outstanding performance);

• Figure skating — Brennan Herring (outstanding performance).

Major Awards

• Outstanding junior female student athlete — Myha Di Laudo;

• Outstanding junior male student athlete — Nico Gaultieri;

• Outstanding senior male student athlete — Nick Saad;

• Outstanding female senior student athlete — Katie Zuccato;

• Outstanding senior female athlete — Chelsea Salter;

• Outstanding senior male athlete — Alex Goncalves;

• Outstanding junior female athlete — Gioia Diciocco;

• Outstanding junior male athlete — Mark Jraiche;

• Stephanie Festa Memorial Award — Rebecca Daoud;

• Luke McFadden Memorial Award — Zach Benson;

• Paul Trad Memorial Award — Dillon St. Bernard.

The Cougars’ Mark Jraiche releases a shot at the L’Essor net during a WECSSAA 2A junior boys basketball quarterfinal contest at Cardinal Carter Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015. For the 201516 season, Jraiche took top honours as Cardinal Carter’s junior male athlete of the year.

Gioia Diciocco zeroes in on the Essex goal from the left of the net with a Red Raiders defenseman on her heels during a WECSSAA Tier II gjrls hockey game at Unico Arena Tuesday, Jan. 19. Diciocco was selected as the 2015-16 junior girls athlete of the year at Cardinal Carter. Sun file photos

Chelsea Salter of the Cougars spikes the ball toward the Catholic Central half of the court during a WECSSAA Tier II senior girls volleyball match at Cardinal Carter Thursday, Jan. 21. Salter won senior girls athlete of the year honours for 2015-16.

Alex Goncalves of the Cougars spikes the ball over the net onto the Maranatha side of the court during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys volleyball match Thursday, Oct. 1 at Cardinal Carter. Goncalves was selected as the 2015-16 Cardinal Carter senior male athlete of the year.

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Winning women’s team, left to right: Bea Krueger, Diane Penner, Lori Kelly, Annie Pump. Winning men’s team, left to right: Brian Hannon, Neil Sawatzky, Kevin Sawatzky, George Bergen.

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JAKE FEHR ON YOUR RETIREMENT!

Uni-Fab will be 25 years old this year, as co-founder and co-owner Jake Fehr retires. Congratulations Dad! Mackenzie, Delaney, Aubrey and Avery

Thank You

Thank you for making our 60th Wedding Anniversary a memorable occasion. Thanks for the gifts, cards and well wishes. It was an occasion we will never forget.

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E N N S

In loving memory of a kind and gentle father, grandfather and great-grandfather who passed away June 27, 1996

Memories of the one we loved

Still cast their gentle glow, To grace our days and light our paths, Wherever we may go. His memory is a keepsake With which we’ll never part, God has him in His keepingWe have him in our hearts.

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February 5, 1944June 24, 1990 Gone But Not Forgotten.

Love wife Rose, Children Dan & Deana, Darrin & Jeannie, Deb & James, Grand-daughters Haley, Emily, Jacey and Bayleigh

and Judy, Danielle, Brad, Nathan, Ashley and Sean

more Than a thought away. For as long as there is memory They live on in our hearts to stay. Forever in Our Hearts!

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Cars with numbers at McDonalds

On a recent visit to McDonalds in Leamington, I placed an order with Debbie for a small coffee with three shots of milk and she handed me a slip of paper with the number “210.” I took this paper to the other end of the counter, and when my number was called, Ellen handed me my coffee.

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, June 13: North/South - Ron Martin and Derek Parry, 2nd Marie Ellwood and Dorothy McGregor, 3rd Helen Preyde and Nina Towle. East/ West - 1st Don Franks and Cookie Mair, 2nd Arla Marquis and Sharon Lutz, 3rd Roy Trowell and Frank Duransky. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, June 15: North/South - 1st Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 2nd Derek Parry and Ron Martin, 3rd Sharon Lutz and Jack Warmenhoven. East/West1st Sally and Bob Bell, 2nd Theresa Flynn and Shirley Morel, 3rd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

Harrow Bridge Club, June 16: North/South - 1st Pat DeNapoli and Frank Duransky, 2nd Sue Barsanti and Ian Johnson, 3rd Jane Gollmer and Ann Pascoe. East/West - 1st Patricia Sanford and Mary Strachen, 2nd Dorothy and John McGregor, 3rd Cathy Mitchell and Pat Rivait. Bridge is on Thursday at Harrowood, 7 p.m.

I suddenly realized the number “210” was identical to the 1955 Chevrolet “TwoTen.” And my “Old Car Detective” column in our local paper would be featuring a ’55 Chev “Two-Ten” the very next day!

I began saving all my coffee slips, looking for other numbers with an automotive connection. I didn’t have long to wait. A few days later, I was handed “221” – the number of cubic inches in the new Ford V8 engine that came out in 1932. It was the first V8 engine in the low-priced field and turned a whole generation of Fords into flathead-powered hot rods. And speaking of hot rods, I soon got “130,” identical to the horsepower in a straight-eight 1937 McLaughlin-Buick Century. The Buick Special that year had only 100 horsepower, prompting people to describe the Century as a “factory hot rod.”

The next number was “235,” the cubic inches in a 1952 Chevrolet six cylinder engine with the Powerglide transmission. If you opted for the 3-speed manual gearbox, you had only 216 cubic inches under the hood.

There are four numbers I am hoping to get, and in this order: 239, 232, 364, and 283, all

based on the cubic inches of four different engines in my first car – a 1940 Mercury convertible I purchased in Leamington in 1959 when I was 17. When it was new, it had a 239 cubic inch flathead V8. In 1957, a previous owner replaced it with a 232 cubic inch 1951 Studebaker V8. The owner later yanked out that engine to lower the price of the car so I could afford to buy it.

I tried dropping in a 364 cubic inch ’57 Buick V8 but the starter motor interfered with the steering box and that engine ended up in Fred Sharp’s Model

A Ford pickup from Pelee Island. I finally installed a 283 cubic inch ’57 Chev V8 in my ’40 Merc, which powered the car until 1962, when I sold the engine to one fellow and the car to someone else. I wonder how long it will take for these four numbers to pop up.

I think I need another coffee.

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.”

Ellen at McDonald’s with the “210” slip of paper and the story I wrote of the 1955 Chevy “Two-Ten” in our local paper.

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