Southpoint Sun - November 12, 2014

Pan Am Games Torch

Relay

coming to Leamington

Three-thousand torchbearers will proudly carry the flame and share its welcoming Pan Am spirit on the 41-day journey towards the lighting of the cauldron on July 10, 2015 to officially open the Pan Am Games.

Leamington residents are invited to enter their name to be a torchbearer at TORONTO2015.org/torch-relay

The highly-anticipated relay begins in May 2015 with the traditional Aztec lighting ceremony at the Pyramid of the Sun in Teotihuacan, Mexico. The Canadian journey for the flame starts with its arrival in Toronto on May 30, 2015. It will then visit five other cities in Canada, as well as 130 communities in all corners of Ontario.

“The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am Torch Relay is an invitation to the nation to join the journey, share the spirit and show community pride as we prepare to welcome the best to the biggest international multi-sport games Canada has ever held,” said Saäd Rafi, chief executive officer of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Organizing Committee (TO2015).

Along with the public application process, which closes December 1, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. (ET), torchbearers will also be chosen by torch relay route communities and other games stakeholders.

Torchbearers must be a Canadian citizen or legal resident of Canada and 13 years old or older (as of May 30, 2015). For a complete list of criteria: TORONTO2015.org/torch-relay

OB dilemma at LDMH reaches Municipal Council

By Bill Chaplin

Monday night, Nov. 10, Leamington Council received a petition to save the obstetrical unit at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. In addition, they read the unanimous opinion of Kingsville Council that it must be saved. It was time for Leamington’s municipal government to take a stand, but part of the difficulty facing Council was the knowledge of what led the trustees of the hospital to make such a painful announcement.

More than nine months ago, the board of trustees hired an internationally renowned consulting group to study hospital operations for financial sustainability. Limited funding from the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) forced them to search for ways of saving money while still keeping the hospital open. The consultants were tasked with reviewing the six major aspects of the hospital’s operations: the emergency department, the intensive care unit, diagnostic and therapeutic services, operating rooms used for both inpatient and outpatient surgery, occupancy of acute care beds, and birthing services.

Their conclusions were fairly predictable, since there is an interdependence between the various hospital services. The community is very dependent on the emergency department: 29,000 visits to emergency in Leamington in 2012/13. In 2012/13, LDMH cared for almost 3,000 inpatients who occupied beds for over 20,000 patient days, 72% of whom are admitted through the emergency department.

Similarly, the Intensive Care Unit is critical to the community and hospital, even though it averages only 1.2 patients per day who stay an average of about 2 days.

Outpatient surgery has the capacity to handle more cases, but is not a significant financial burden.

Diagnostic Imaging is a significant financial drain, but unless more business can be attracted, or the staff can be reduced through cross-training, savings are just not there.

That brings us to birthing. There were 269 deliveries of the roughly 300 women seen in 2012/13, and the result was that the hospital was spending $1.4 million in direct costs while only funded $0.66 million, ‘losing’ $740,000. At the same time, it was observed that only about 50% of the women in the hospital’s catchment area were going to LDMH to have their babies, the rest already going to Windsor or Chatham.

Eliminating the obstetrical unit at the hospital is a draconian measure, but the board of trustees had to find some savings because running a deficit is not an option: the Ministry of Health would take over, make the cuts its ‘accountants’ recommend, and, possibly, simply close the hospital because the entire population it serves is smaller than a single ‘neighbourhood’ in the GTA. Their backs against the wall, the board reluctantly caved in to the stark financial data and announced the closing of the unit in March of next year.

Knowing this, Leamington Council on Monday night had to ask itself some hard questions: Is it wrong to shut down obstetrics? Yes, absolutely. Will it hurt the municipality? Yes, possibly. Is it something Municipal Council can control? No, absolutely not. Is there a reasonable way Council can help? Possibly.

To help Council to understand the magnitude of public

opposition to the proposed closure, LeeAnne Setterington presented Mayor John Paterson with a grassroots petition carrying over 4,000 names. She highlighted public concern by quoting the LHIN’s mission to enhance care. “It’s about equal treatment of women… not marginalizing the poorest of our community,” Ms. Setterington said.

Setterington pointed out that the closure of the OB unit would preclude home births in this area, since by law an obstetrical facility must be within 15 minutes of a proposed home birth. The Province’s $36 million in health cuts have precipitated this crisis — not the inefficiency of the local birthing unit.

She asked that the mayor present the petition Wednesday evening at the public meeting at the Roma Club, and he indicated that it would be a pleasure to do that. “This is just wrong,” said Mayor Paterson said. “I look forward to being a delegation,” he added.

Councillor Rick Atkin proposed to the mayor that Council enact a resolution that captures the issues of greatest concern to the municipality, and not just a presentation at the public meeting: the demographic unit that is most impacted by the decision is the very demographic unit Leamington is striving to attract – young adults who can fill good jobs and live locally.

CAO Peter Neufeld read a resolution that opposed closure of the obstetrical unit, clearly emphasizing the importance of health care to the municipality. This was unanimously supported by Council.

LeeAnne Setterington presented approximately 4,000 names on a peition asking the Erie St. Clair LHIN to keep the Leamington OB unit open. (SUN Photo)

Save Leamington OB

• Sign the pink petition

• Call your MPP

• Leave a message at www.eriestclairlhin.on.ca

STUFFA BUS

The Superstore & the Salvation Army With YOUR HELP want to fill a Switzer-Carty Bus with food because stock is LOW!

Come by the Superstore Fri. Nov 14, Sat. Nov 15 & Sun. Nov 16 and bring food items to put into the Bus or purchase special packs in the store. All proceeds go to fill the bus!

Leamington Hospital Board releases final Hay Group report

Leamington Hospital Board has released the final Hay Group report on Aligning Sustainable Hospital Services. The full report is available on the hospital website www.leamingtonhospital.com

Leamington District Memorial Hospital and the Erie St. Clair LHIN engaged a third party (The Hay Group) to determine the needs of the communities served by LDMH and what is the appropriate role of LDMH in meeting the needs of the population.

This review provides an objective lens which examined the health service needs of the catchment population served by LDMH. Given the changes in hospital-related funding, the Boards of LDMH and Erie St. Clair Local Health Integrated Network (ESC-LHIN) share an interest in ensuring that services provided by LDMH are sustainable, appropriate and meet the current and on-going healthcare needs of the communities they serve.

MPP Nicholls calls on Minister of Health for support of LDMH OB program

On Thursday, November 6, Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls called on Minister of Health and Long-Term Care Eric Hoskins to protect Leamington District Memorial Hospital’s Obstetrics Clinic, which may be set to close next year.

“The Leamington District Memorial Hospital Board of Directors is being forced to close Leamington’s Obstetrics Unit due to a lack of funding. This closure will result in the firing of up to 40 good paying jobs, including Registered Nurses,” Nicholls said.

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“This places Leamington’s economic recovery in jeopardy, but more importantly it puts the health of local residents in further jeopardy. Mothers going into labour will now be forced to make the long drive to Windsor. With millions of dollars spent on middle management in health care, why is there no room for Leamington’s vital clinic?” Nicholls asked.

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You can purchase your tickets at: Leamington District Chamber, 318 Erie St. S.; Blackburn Radio, 100 Talbot St. E., Leamington; Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, 1150 Road 3 E., Kingsville Call the Chamber office today and reserve your family outing 519-326-2721 or wendyp@leamingtonchamber.com

Minister Hoskins responded that the decision is not final, and the Erie St. Clair LHIN is meeting on November 12. Nicholls countered by stating that the $2 million in funding has been cut from LDMH and “to date, the Erie St. Clair LHIN has not provided the support needed to move funding of the program. That’s why the board was forced to close the clinic.” The LHIN meeting was relocated to Leamington and open to the public for registered presentations to the LIHM board.

Following Question Period, Nicholls noted that there has

been an outpouring of public support for the clinic.

Denise Campeau M.D. Leamington District Memorial Hospital 3rd Floor - 194 Talbot St W, N8H 1N9 NOTICE OF PRACTICE CLOSURE

Dr. Campeau is closing her Obstetrics/Gynecology practice effective November 28th, 2014 MEDICAL RECORDS IMPORTANT

Patients - to obtain a copy of your medical record please contact Record Storage & Retrieval Services (RSRS) at 1-888-563-3732 ext. 1

Dr. Campeau and Joan would like to thank the patients for their loyalty and friendship

“Hundreds of signatures have already been collected in support of the LDMH Obstetrics clinic. It’s clear how important the clinic is to the community. We have to fight for it,” Nicholls concluded.

The question can be viewed here: http://youtu. be/7ezwyETLJXk

All proceeds will be donated to The Leamington Community Christmas Parade Christmas Parade Nov. 29/14 - 6:00 pm Collins Barrow Leamington LLP 2014 Parade Sponsor Sat. Nov. 15 & Sun. Nov. 16 10am - 4pm

Admission: $3 or $2 in advance (from Rotarians or Chamber office)

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With all proceeds going to Erie Shores Hospice, Southpoint Hockey Assoc., Jumpstart and Safety Village

Held at the Leamington Sherk Recreation Complex 249 Sherk Street, Leamington For an application or more information go to www.clubrunner.ca/leamington or facebook

MPP Rick Nicholls

Plant now for spring colour

Fall is the best time to divide perennials that are overgrown and crowding your beds.

Perennials planted in the fall will develop much larger root systems and yield a healthier plant next year.

For foliage colour use coral bells, grasses and evergreen fern varieties that will provide colour in sheltered areas all winter long.

This is also the best time to fertilize, helping the plants build up food supplies with limited top growth. More is not better — always follow the directions for application rates.

Planting bulbs now will allow for early spring colour.

When planting, prepare the soil 6-8 inches deep and add compost. Plant according to the depth on the size of the bulb, following the planting instructions on each package. Plant the bulbs with the pointed side up. Plant in clusters for a larger display of colour in the landscape.

Remove all weeds and add fresh mulch for insulation during the winter.

Stop fertilizing rose bushes now as they are slowing down and becoming dormant, remove old blooms and wait until spring for any pruning.

Piling mulch up around the stems of rose bushes until it looks like volcanoes is a bad practice but it is commonly done. The mulch keeps the stem wet and can cause rot. Too much rot, and the plant will die.

There are several reasons why newly planted material fails the first year, i.e. planted too deep, too much water, not enough water, or improper fertilizer.

Plant material purchased at any garden centre has been growing for several years either in the ground or proper nursery containers — some larger trees for 5 to 8 years — so it is very important to follow planting instructions carefully for best results.

Toy drive coming to Leamington

By Bryan Jessop

Leamington resident Carlos Delgado is ‘driven’ to help make Christmas more enjoyable for underprivileged children in his hometown.

The Freedom 55 financial advisor will reveal the first Help Carlos Stuff The Bus event starting Friday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. Delgado plans to remain in the short-scale bus — to be parked in the lot at Leamington’s Erie Street South Tim Hortons restaurant — until it is filled with donations of new, unwrapped toys. All contributions will be given to children living in Leamington.

“If it takes a week or two, so be it,” Delgado said. “We just want to stuff the bus with as many toys as we can. Hopefully, it won’t take too long — it gets pretty cold in November.”

Although some local organizations have made pre-event donations of between $300 and $400, Delgado explained that he would prefer actual toy donations rather than cash.

“My philosophy is to keep it simple,” he said. “For this year at least, I’m just looking for toys. We’ll see how it goes before we decide to do anything different next year.”

All toys dropped off at the bus that Delgado will make his temporary home will be sent to the Leamington branch of the WindsorEssex County Children’s Aid Society at 15 John Street near the public library. Every person who makes a toy donation will receive a free gift card from the nearby Tim Hortons location courtesy of Crowder Enterprises — the ownership group of all three Leamington branches as well as the two in Essex. Delgado is also receiving support from Switzer-Carty Bus Lines on Seacliff Drive, which is donating use of one of their buses free of charge, including delivery.

Delgado explained that about 10 years ago, he decided that he would organize a community-driven, charitable event. Currently 35 years old, he simply decided that now is the time.

“I woke up early one morning in August and decided ‘this is the year’,” he explained. “I live in Leamington, I believe in Leamington, I sleep Leamington. Hundreds of people just lost their jobs at Heinz. We get unemployment for a year in this country, but what about after that? The timing seemed right to do something.”

Help Carlos Stuff The Bus is also being supported by Leamington Stands Strong, which will decorate the bus with one of its banners. The first-of-its-kind event will not go unnoticed by neighbouring communities, as friends of Delgado plan to host Stuff The Bus campaigns next year in their respective home towns — Belle River, Kingsville and LaSalle — based on their observations of the inaugural event in Leamington.

“Dragon Boat Races started out small, just like we are now,” Delgado noted. “Hopefully some day there’ll be a couple buses in Windsor, one in Tecumseh, another in Amherstburg.

If it’s successful, it could expand into Chatham-Kent too.”

Looking to achieve a head start with support, Delgado has taken two weeks off from his job to approach local businesses, schools, churches and restaurants as a means of promoting the event.

“Any place that has doors open to the public, I’ll go there,” he said.

First-time gardeners should have a professional design for the landscape, thereby protecting your investment.

Memories of April 6, 1945 in the Netherlands

Special to the Sun by Dick Grolman

It is well known that certain happenings in one’s life are remembered forever, as long as those happenings have been meaningful, touching and impressive. It is thus in my personal life that I vividly remember the following event though it happened 69 years ago in 1945, the year that all of the Netherlands were finally liberated from a 5-year German occupation, liberated by primarily Canadians.

snipers seeking revenge for their pending defeat.

Just ominous silence. It is now nigh impossible to visualize such a scenario.

Picture a rural area in the east of the Netherlands approximately 40 km west of the German border, an area where farming was essentially the only source of income. A small, picturesque, paved highway winding its way through the countryside around the farms and farm properties.

During the course of the often-brutal occupation, situations had gradually diminished to a state where freedom of any kind had become non-existent. By lost freedom I mean that the German war measures had taken absolute and total control over everything imaginable in an effort first to support their war effort and later to avoid the ultimate annihilation of Hitler’s Third Reich. To understand how far reaching that control and loss of freedom had become, I quote just a few examples: strictly enforced curfews; all radios, jewelry, metal items, bicycles, church bells had been confiscated; farm produce was collected and sent to Germany labeled “Gifts from Holland”; the fear of somebody, anybody, reporting you to the authorities. The control system of the occupiers was unbelievably efficient, I hate to admit, primarily because of Dutch collaborators. Not complying with orders resulted in execution or being sent to work, or worse, concentration camps.

The date in our village: April 6, 1945. In the far distance the sound of engines – then silence. Again the roar of engines – silence again, engines – silence. This sequence repeated itself over and over, except for the fact that the roar of engines became louder and louder. People came out of their houses, the tension and excitement was unbearable, and then the big moment... 4 armed vehicles appeared, covered with brightly coloured cloth (to protect from friendly air fire). The vehicles stopped, people waved, no response from the intently searching soldiers, guns swiveling, they roar ahead maybe 50 metres, stop and search, roar ahead, search. Incredible danger and courage.

These turned out to be Canadians probing and exploring behind enemy lines. The sound diminished as the vehicles advanced until later in the day all four returned at a steady pace, back to the protection of the front line.

That exploration and retreat turned deadly for some 13 citizens who were rounded up and shot that night just because they had waved Dutch flags and cheered the first sighting of “our Canadians, our heroes”.

In 1944-45 all hydro had been shut off, heating fuel was unavailable, even bikes had been confiscated, so were virtually all of our locally grown foods.

However, back to our small picturesque highway. By early 1945 traffic during daytime had disappeared completely because allied air forces had become totally dominant and continuous fighter patrols would attack anything that moved. Even funerals had to be conducted at night. By April of that year there was an ominous silence, not an engine sound was to be heard, absolutely nothing was to be seen. People did not even venture out anymore for fear of being shot by

The next day, Sunday, “our heroes” returned in full force, this time to stay. A relaxed atmosphere it seemed, confident. Soldiers strolling around, smoking and already bartering with the farmers for fresh eggs, for cigarettes.

For us the war was over, but our “Manitoba Dragoons” had a long way to go yet.

Remembrance Day for me consists of one event in particular: those guys exposed on their armed vehicles intently exploring behind enemy lines. Images to never forget.

And you wonder why Canadians are so popular in the Netherlands?

Vets deserve remembrance

Each year when November 11th rolls around, many of us pause for that special moment at 11 a.m., many attend the services at the cenotaphs and others commemorate in their own way.

Now, the Second World War vets are few and far between and stories from them are being told on these special days all over our country.

This year will be extra poignant, with the attack at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier still fresh in our minds.

For me, Remembrance Day has always been a special day.

I think it’s important to have those stories told before they are gone forever.

From the moment we first learned about it in school, to the last time I was able to accompany my father to the service, to the handful of services I covered for the Leamington Post, it’s been special.

Seems every year, the weather threatens the service with either rain or wind or cold, or sometimes all three. This year seems no different, as the forecast was calling for rain Tuesday.

A couple of years ago, I interviewed the recently deceased Emil Beleutz at the Kingsville Legion for a story about a project where government volunteers were cataloguing stories and photos from local veterans. Emil told some stories that just made me smile and I couldn’t help but think of my dad, himself a WWII vet.

I hope it held off for those in attendance.

A push is on to make Remembrance Day a statutory holiday in Ontario beginning next year. I applaud that move, but not for the reason that it will prompt more people to attend the service, because I don’t think it will, but for the simple reason that it’s the right thing to do.

For years, the Americans have been the patriotic portion of North America and it’s been said that Canadians are just passe about patriotism.

Granted, we don’t go as crazy for such things as the Americans do, nor should we. But, when it comes to this one special day, we should let our flags fly and our poppies pop.

Yes, the kids will have another day off school and for many, that’s all it will be. At least if they stay in school that day, there is a good chance they will learn something about the sacrifices made by our veterans.

I remember twenty-five years ago, when the numbers of First World War veterans were dwindling fast, people were scrambling to interview the remaining vets so that those thoughts and stories would not be lost forever.

The sacrifices were not just of those who died, although they obviously made the supreme sacrifice. Those who came home returned to the life they left a couple of years earlier and had to get themselves back into life as they knew it beforehand. Leaving young brides and families behind, many went overseas for a two or three year stint, not knowing if they would ever return. Many did not.

So as the 11th hour of the 11th month of the 11th day passed yesterday, I thought of what my father would have been doing on that day if he were still alive. I have to believe it brings memories back of good times and bad, when these young Canadian men and women fought for us to have the freedoms we enjoy today.

My dad never said much about it when he was alive, but I know that November 11th held a special place in his heart, as it does for all veterans.

And as their number dwindle, this world will produce veterans of other conflicts in this crazy world we live in, each with their own stories of battle and camaraderie. With that, I’ll keep it simple: Thank a vet and don’t forget.

MARK RIBBLE

Rib’s Ramblings

Trip to Italy reveals impact of Canadian Forces during WWII

By Leslie Omstead

While reading The Journal last week, I was reminded of a day in September when my DragonBoat team was in Italy. We had firsthand experience of the impact our Canadian Forces had in WWII.

There are things which happen in life that reach deeper than happenstance. These events come out of nowhere and bloom in the feelings close to our hearts. Our DragonBoat team, the WonderBroads, experienced this in Ravenna, Italy, at Hotel Diana. It was our “home away from home” for a few days in September for DragonBoat races. Here we met a gentle man named Phillip.

Phillip is the manager of the hotel. His kindness and generosity were part of his “life” philosophy. We took part in a dedication ceremony at the hotel. A mosaic plaque was hung at the entryway and as a silent indicator of Hotel Diana’s designation as an emergency shelter for battered woman. Phillip has worked with a policewoman to fill a need. Sadly, woman and children need a safe place to escape abuse which is inflicted upon them most often by their own families.

It is difficult to express

County Classic Chorale

It is time once again for the County Classic Chorale to present their annual Christmas program. This year’s concert is titled “A Classic Christmas”. All of the pieces in the program will be from classic Christmas repertoire or classical music that has been adapted for Christmas. The program includes many styles of choral music, from Gregorian-like chant to Bach, Vivaldi, and Handel. They will be accompanied by piano, organ, and the handbell choir from Epworth United Church.

The concerts will be held at Epworth United Church in Kingsville on Sat. Nov. 29 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun. Nov. 30 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are available in advance from chorus members or at Wharram’s Jewellery and Thomson Pharmacy in Leamington or Box Office Video in Kingsville.

the many kindnesses which Phillip extended to our team. Upon our arrival he hung a Canadian flag over the front door and called the hotel “Casa Canada”. He loves Canadians! No request was too much for him or his staff to fulfill. Additionally, their smiles and greetings were consistent with his belief that life is what we make of it. Enjoy what you do and live each day. Help people to be their best. It is through giving that we also receive.

One day, Phillip arranged for our team to visit a local cemetery. It is filled with headstones marking the graves of Canadian soldiers who died defending this area of Ravenna, Italy. Phillip takes his three sons

to this cemetery on a regular basis. He has brought them up to know what the Canadians did for Italy. His boys call it “Our Cemetery” because it is so familiar to them. Phillip has taught his sons about the Second World War. He fully credits the Canadian forces in the fight for his homeland and he is so grateful to the Canadians who gave their lives for his country.

The cemetery is beautifully maintained. One can feel the peacefulness which presides over this former battle site. Teammates quietly dispersed to stroll down the rows, each person taking the time to read inscriptions of names, ages and regiments. Some pictures, me-

mentos or letters had been left by loved ones. Solemnly, we planted the small Canadian flags we had brought and felt tears sting our eyes. We could only imagine what had taken place back then.

As a mother, it was difficult to see the evidence of the loss of so many young men. It was comforting to know that they came to rest together in such a beautiful place.

That afternoon was special for us. Our team was so fortunate to meet Phillip and experience the gratitude he feels towards our country. We paused and reflected on what we saw and we were so very proud to be Canadian.

The graves of Canadian soldiers at a cemetery in the area of Ravenna, Italy.

Smoking to be banned on patios, sports fields and playgrounds

The Province of Ontario is taking action to protect children and youth from the harmful effects of smoking.

Starting January 1, 2015, it will be illegal to:

• Smoke on bar and restaurant patios;

• Smoke on playgrounds and public sports fields and surfaces, and

• Sell tobacco on university and college campuses.

These changes to the Smoke-Free Ontario Act are part of the government’s plan to limit smoking in public places, reduce exposure to smoking, and make it more difficult for young people to buy tobacco.

Tobacco-related disease costs Ontario’s health care system an estimated $2.2 billion in direct health care costs and an additional $5.3 billion in indirect costs such as lost productivity.

Once a farmer, always a farmer

Special to the Southpoint Sun by Mary-Anne

Driedger

“It was a dream come true.” Those were the words spoken by George Blokker of Leamington after a ride on the combine with his son-in-law Mike Dierckens of Wheatley. Eighty-nine-year old George, a retired farmer, hadn’t been on a combine in many years. The smile on his face said it all: once a farmer, always a farmer.

George and his wife Mary immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1953 to pursue his dream – to be a farmer. Their first job when they arrived in Ontario was working for Jake and Gertrude Driedger of Wheatley. They lived in a small home on the Driedger’s property until they could afford a place of their own. They sharecropped for many years, until George realized his dream in 1966 and bought a 50-acre farm east of Cottam. Growing tomatoes and cucumbers for Heinz were his preferred crops, but he also farmed soya beans.

With a family of eight kids to support, George also worked at Precision Springs in Kingsville as a tool and dye maker. Summers were spent in the field and winters were spent in the factory.

However, tragedy struck and all his hopes of farming into his retirement years were gone in an instant when an on-the-job accident at the tool and die shop disabled him. An injury to his vertebrae prevented him from working any type of job and George and his wife sold the farm in the spring of 1980 and moved to town. It was a devastating loss.

Never the type to give up, George did years of physiotherapy and amazed his doctors by continuing to walk every day despite their poor prognosis. He and his wife Mary will celebrate their 62nd wedding anniversary next February. They have four sons and four daughters, nineteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Even a broken hip two years ago couldn’t prevent him from climbing up into the combine last week. As wife Mary says, “Farming is in your soul. He’ll always be a farmer no matter what.”

George Blokker enjoyed his combine ride with son-in-law Mike Dierckens.

Queen of Peace students Think Global, Act Local

By Sheila McBrayne

Grade 8 students at Queen of Peace School have spent the last month learning and teaching their fellow students about the importance of physical, spiritual and emotional health to maintain personal mental health.

As part of the United Way of Windsor-Essex’s ‘Think Global, Act Local’ initiative the students of Rima Mastronardi’s class accepted the challenge to look at a societal stigma. The students chose to focus on mental health because it affects so many teens and adults in so many different ways. “The students chose the topic, so they have been very involved. It’s been a huge learning curve to realize the stigma attached to mental health and just how many kids and adults suffer from mental illness, whether it’s anxiety or depression,” said Mastronardi.

Each Friday for four weeks, the students learned about the various aspects of mental health and focused on how to maintain mental health. The Grade 8 students in turn taught what they learned to students in the younger grades, making it a school-wide project.

“They really listened; they understood and could answer questions. We asked what makes you sad, happy etc. and how being sad could be helped with little actions,” said Caitlyn Massad. “I personally learned that mental health issues aren’t always huge, some are small things and how small things we do can help to get over it,” she said.

Students learned how to use physical fitness, like running or shooting hoops, as stress relievers. For spiritual health, students studied how people can turn to God for unconditional acceptance.

“When you hear mental health you think of mental retardation, or big issues

like bipolar or schizophrenia… It’s a medical condition. Your brain is telling you something wrong,” said Kylie Murracas. “There’s different ways to help –spiritual, physical, emotional… Like Random Acts of Kindness, it just makes you feel good to do good,” she added.

The third aspect of emotional health was the focus of the final project for the students. The Grade 8 students learned how teasing, name-calling or bullying

could affect a student’s emotional health and make them feel bad about themselves. Likewise they learned how positive efforts had the opposite effect. When the students did something nice for someone else it made both people feel good. “You can do little things. Sometimes it starts out small and becomes a bigger program. You can do small things to keep it from escalating,” said Abigail Wigle.

On Friday, November 7 the Grade 8 students turned

this project into a Pay It Forward initiative as well by delivering packages of cucumbers to households in the Queen of Peace neighbourhood.

“I think we all learned there are big and small issues. Some big problems can have small solutions to keep under control,” said Evan Nassif.

“This was a great initiative. It really opened their eyes to a lot,” said Mastronardi.

Pictured here is Rima Mastronardi’s Grade 8 class at Queen of Peace School. Students participated in a Think Global, Act Local initiative and participated in Pay It Forward on Friday, November 7. (SUN Photo)

Pictured here is Caitlyn Massad, left, and Abigail Wigle, right, holding the TopLine mini cucumber packages that the class distributed to neighbours around their school on Friday, November 7 for Pay It Forward Day. The thank note attached reads: “From our family to yours, thank you for being a great community. Queen of Peace School with French Immersion.” (SUN Photo)

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, containing your emotions may be challenging this week. Exciting events begin to unfold, so enjoy them as much as possible. Enlist some friends to join the fun.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Practice discretion this week, Taurus. You do not know how a particular situation will unfold, so it is better to stay neutral until the entire situation settles. Then you can take action.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Some colleagues may want to goof off all week long and get nothing accomplished, Gemini. But you have other goals and know some hard work now means fun later.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

It is time for you to step up and take the reins, Cancer. Your leadership skills have long been an asset, and it's time to put them to use for the greater good.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, an upcoming adventure has you brimming with excitement. Some people are drawn to your vigor, while others are a little uncomfortable.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Downplay your authority this week, Virgo. Newcomers to your place of employment will feel more comfortable around you if they don't have to worry about rank.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, it is impossible to postpone a commitment any longer. It may not seem like the right time just yet, but you need to forge ahead anyway and handle things as they come.

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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

It is easy to feel burnt out before you achieve a goal, Scorpio. You just need to learn how to pace yourself a little better and to ignore distractions that result in delays.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Express your creativity this week, Sagittarius. You have long felt the desire to display this other side, and now is a great time to do so. Encourage others to do the same.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, express your emotions this week even if you think your ideas will not garner much support. Exercise diplomacy, as you do not want to engage in any conflicts.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

You may explore different interests and hobbies this week only to find that nothing seems to be the right fit, Aquarius. Do not let it get you down. You will find the answer.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Don't squander money on a lavish purchase this week, Pisces. There are better ways to spend your money in the coming weeks.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

NOVEMBER 9

Eric Dane, Actor (42)

NOVEMBER 10

Miranda Lambert, Singer (31) NOVEMBER 11

Leonardo DiCaprio, Actor (40) NOVEMBER 12

Wallace Shawn, Actor (71)

NOVEMBER 13

Gerard Butler, Actor (45) NOVEMBER 14

Taylor Hall, Athlete (23) NOVEMBER 15

Chad Kroeger, Singer (40)

You, me and an island SHANNON

Nothing like a splash of saltwater and a bumpy boat ride to wake you up in the morning. This is how Monday morning started out for me. Arthur and Butler were taking the boat over to Chub Cay, where he caught a regular flight back to Nassau. What will I do without his bread-baking skills for the week?

We have become quite entrepreneurial here this past while. After finding out that Butler could bake a mean loaf of bread, I encouraged him to bake to order and sell them in our shop. He purchased flour, I gave him three packs of yeast and loaned him five loaf pans. Last Friday morning he brought over three loaves of white and two of raisin. By the end of the day they were all sold for $5 a piece!

There is a group of Canadian homeowners who are arriving onto Big Whale Cay this month. We are planning to take orders from them, as well, and Butler will make more than enough money for his return flight home every five weeks.

Diesel, another member of our crew, was a tailor in Haiti more than 15 years ago. He hems his and the other guys’ pants and patches holes in their clothing when needed. I asked him if he could sew curtains or cushions and he replied that if I showed him a sample, then he would try.

We cleaned out another little house last week and this one held old mattresses, an old large egg incubator, a pool table, refrigerator, fishing chairs, water skis and more. I think you get the idea that this, too, was another accumulation of things that barely allowed anyone to navigate from one end of the room to the other. I emptied out the majority of the items, then the guys helped do the lifting when it came to the heavy or awkward objects. The yard in front of the ‘Lahaina Sky’

coloured building looked like we were holding a yard sale. In a way, we did.

After sorting out what we needed to keep and where it should logically be placed or stored, the guys each chose items they needed. Butler took a headboard, Cruz an old bedframe, while Diesel chose an old beatup couch. Two days later, Diesel called Mark and I into his home and showed us what he had worked on during the evenings after his daily work. I was dumbfounded to see three beautifully upholstered back cushions he’d made by mimicking the design of the old ones. With fabric and an old sewing machine the past managers had given him, he made his talents shine!

I emailed pictures of the cushions to the owner. At Christmas she will bring fabric and we’ve asked Diesel if he will custom-make some decorative pillows for the three guesthouses. This is a win-win situation, as we’ll save on the price of purchasing new ones in the States and paying duty on them. Meanwhile, Diesel will make extra money that he greatly needs, as he is slowly constructing a new home. He is building it by himself on his once a year visit to Haiti.

The guys are very modest, so I think I was more excited about the prospects of them using their talents than they were. A change in routine, along with the extra money, helps to give them a boost as well as pass their leisure time. Being alone

can make the evenings drag on and the weekends long. Now they can fill some time with their new accomplishments and opportunities.

This past week (whether it’s the amount of time we have been here, the change in the weather or the talk of Christmas in the near future) has really got me thinking about living here.

I consider both Mark and I to be social people and for that reason we both are a little amazed that we’re not greatly missing that aspect of our life from back home. Mark admits that he really misses hockey and the guys. I miss my girlfriends and of course my family. My kids would be far away either way and, as in many families, I saw my friends more frequently than my siblings. Wednesday breakfast with my mother is now enjoyed over the phone, each of us with a cinnamon topped cappuccino in hand.

Mark and I spend many days working together, and others where we go our own way. Lately, I have been busy on the computer trying to troubleshoot a telephone issue. Not my favourite way to pass time, but I admit I am constantly learning something new.

Christmas will be difficult. It will be the first time in 25 years that we will not be together with our children. The three of them are working on getting together in Saskatchewan and the

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thought of that warms my heart. I’ve warned Mark that on our next trip to Lauderdale I am going to purchase a small Christmas tree, some lights, and soon the holiday music will start. I may not be dreaming of a “White Christmas” and “Mele Kalikameke” is the Hawaiian way so it’s looking like “Mama’s Making a Johnny Cake, ’Cause Christmas is Coming” will be my hit around here. Either way, we will roll with it and try to have a merry old time.

The island is booked from December 10th until the 26th of January. I am hoping that being extremely busy will take my mind away from the festivities back home. We have a chef from the WheatleyLeamington area joining us to cook for the owners and their family while they are here. She runs Green Heart Catering and Green Heart Lunch Club so check out her website or look on Facebook. The sample menus that she sent to me for all the breakfasts, lunches and din-

ners are both mouthwatering and healthy. I have yet to tell her that we have to fit a couple of peacocks into a special pot for Christmas dinner, though. I am proud to say that they are free range and chemical free! Being able to share my days with you helps me enjoy them to the fullest. The ongoing feedback and support that I have received via Facebook, email and i-message makes me smile. Thanks!

Celebration of Life

Ronald Colasanti

Ronald (Ron) Anthony Colasanti, 79 years of age, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6th, 2014 at Tidewell Hospice in Lakewood, Florida, surrounded by his family.

His distinctive personality was with us until his passing. His smile, that could light up a room, showed the passion for his family and friends.

As an elected politician, he served his communities with passion in Gosfield South, Kingsville and Oakland County, Michigan.

Working alongside his family, he helped establish several business ventures in both Ontario and Michigan. We will be celebrating the life and times of Ron Colasanti on Thursday, November 20th at Colasanti Tropical Gardens beginning at 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

The Colasanti family would appreciate that any and all gestures of kindness be made in the form of donations to the Hospice Erie Shores campus. www.ldmhfoundation.ca

OBITUARY

Wadih Sarkis Daher

Wadih Sarkis Daher, 79 years, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2014.

OBITUARY

Peter Jakob Toews

Peter Jakob Toews, 92 years, passed away peacefully at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Sunday, November 9, 2014.

Dear father of Tony (Arlene), Doug, Joseph (Claudette) and Joann. Loving grandfather of Chris, Mike, Haley, Megan, Cody, Rebecca and Joseph. Dear brother of Peter (Catherine), Paul (Henriette) and the late Tom (the late Maria), Mike (the late Lilly), Louie (the late Gemila), Joseph (Warda). Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.

Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street Leamington.

Mass of the Resurrection was held at St. Anthony’s Parish, 280 Talbot Street East, Leamington, on Friday November 7, 2014. Monsignour Charles Saad officiated. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may send condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Sewer separation decision

By Bill Chaplin, Municipal Correspondent

It is proposed to completely reconstruct Erie Street from Oak Street north to Askew. In part, this is to replace the water line and to separate the old combined sewer into separate storm and sanitary sewers. At the same time, the road is to be widened to 13 metres.

Administration has proposed to Municipal Council that the sanitary sewer portion of the project be done under local improvements. That means that the 31 properties that get connected to the new sanitary sewer will have to pay up to a maximum of 15% of the total cost of the project, or an estimated $143,000. Taxes and reserves will cover the estimated $750,000 for the road, $165,000 for the replacement water main, and the storm sewer costs.

In presenting the report to Council, administration recommended that the street be painted for three lanes (a centre turning lane in addition to one northbound and one southbound) as well as for bicycle traffic lanes. It was also recommended that the municipality apply to the Ontario Municipal Board to proceed under the local improvements regulation. This could result in a delay, but it is believed that there is a good argument for doing the sanitary sewer under local improvements as was done on Johnson and on Foster Avenues.

Council passed the administrative recommendation at the Nov. 10 meeting.

Beloved husband of Margaret for 62 years.

Loving father of Elaine Driedger, Ronald (Violet) Toews and Sharon (Peter) Neufeld. Dear Opa of Timothy (Anna) Driedger, Krista (Scott) Veitch, Andrea (Stephen) Andrulis, Heather (Sasha) Bahn, William (Jennifer) Toews, Matthew Neufeld, and great-Opa to Sara and Kathleen Driedger, Alex and Ashley Veitch, and the late Harper Toews. Dear brother to Olga Tiessen and Katie (Herb) Isaac, and brother-in-law to Jessie Toews. Predeceased by two brothers, Cornelius and John Toews, and by three sisters, Erna Dyck, Alice Tiessen and Frieda Bergen. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.

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

Funeral Service to celebrate Peter’s life held from the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East, Leamington, on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 2 p.m. Vic Winter officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Mennonite Home, M.C.C. or U.M.E.I.

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

St. Michael’s Church on Elliott Street and several homes surrounding it are being torn down to make way for a new church. Aline Levesque, a neighbour and parishioner of St. Michael’s, photographed the church steeple coming down.

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Some municipal fees set to increase for 2015

By Bill Chaplin, Municipal Correspondent

Leamington Municipal Council received a report from administration recently recommending some fee increases for 2015.

“The cost of delivering services to users increases annually based on internal (staffing, equipment, etc.) and external cost factors (materials, utilities, insurance, purchase of service contracts, etc.).”

Most significant increases are in public works where an operator and a specific piece of equipment is needed for third party purposes: the fees have been adjusted for 100% recovery of costs.

The pollution control plant will continue to accept

septage and holding tank waste, but the cost will increase 1¢ per gallon. Bingo licences will shift from $90 per session to a simple 3% of the prize. While this may generate less revenue, this is more equitable for charities.

There are some new fees. For example, a Proof of Drainage Review for a land severance will now cost $75. There are new Drainage Administration fees associated with preparing drainage reports for individuals under the user pay model. Additionally, where there is a large mailing required by someone requesting a rezoning or severance, the cost of mail will be recovered.

Councillor Larry Verbeke questioned the 3% increase across the board in water rates, but the increase was defend-

ed based on a provincially-mandated funding model. Councillor Hilda MacDonald questioned the change in the membership charge for seniors at the Recreation Complex. The reply was that the seniors discount was much greater than for any other demographic, and it was felt that it was excessive considering the cost of running the Complex. Deputy-Mayor Charlie Wright moved that the increase be reduced to $6 (the same as all other membership increases) and was supported by Councillor MacDonald. After further discussion, Council voted unanimously to restrict the membership increases to $6 “across the board”. The remainder of the fees were passed by Council unchanged.

Your Plumber and Bath Makeover

Darcy Quick has been a licensed plumber for 25 years and decided in 2010 to start his own business named Your Plumber.

After opening in 2010, Quick soon heard from many of his plumbing customers that there was a need for someone to concentrate on bathroom renovations. Quick said clients were dissatisfied with the one day cover-ups that were popular because of speed and ease. About one year after he opened, Quick decided to add to his plumbing business, offering bathroom renovations. “I hired a carpenter (Chris Hodgson) who works full time – now we offer a complete service with the renovations and plumbing,” said Quick.

Your Plumber’s main office and show room is located at 3393 County Road 42 (across from Windsor Airport). Here clients can choose from a wide selection of tiles, showers, vanities, toilets and fixtures to create their new bathroom.

Quality Renovations:

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Bath Makeover: A division of Your Plumber specializing in stylish, cost-effective, lowmaintenance bathroom improvements that are easy to clean and mould resistant!

In every renovation we do, we fully remove your existing bathtub or shower. We also

remove your bathtub surround so we can check for mould and mildew growth on the drywall and surrounding area.

We carefully evaluate the condition of the drainage system, surrounding plumbing and structural conditions. We repair any issues we come across. We don't want to cover up something potentially dangerous.

Bath Makeover offers a wide selection of solutions for your bathroom renovation needs including: replacement bathtubs, acrylic bath and shower systems, quality fixtures, vanities and cabinetry, and more.

We also offer accessibility options such as tub to shower conversions, walk in bathtubs and barrier free showers. We can even convert your existing bathtub into a walk-in shower.

What sets Your Plumber apart from other contractors is that he prides himself in being able to start and finish a bathroom in one to

two days. “Sometimes people only have one bathroom in their house, and can’t be without it. Once we start, it’s quick,” he said.

In addition to the Windsor showroom, Quick also works from his Leamington house. He and his wife Cindy employs four others at their business. “We give free estimates across Essex County and into Chatham,” said Quick.

Call to book your free estimate at 519-973-4545 or go to www.your-plumber.com to find out more about Your Plumber and Bath Makeover.

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LDSS pays tribute to veterans

By Bryan Jessop

Public cenotaphs are not the only places where Canada’s war veterans are honoured for Remembrance Day.

Leamington District Secondary School held its own ceremony one day early in its main gymnasium, where a tribute was organized in honour of the nation’s armed forces. After student council members greeted local veterans for lunch at the school, two separate ceremonies of roughly an hour each were held through a series of videos, tributes and speeches — first for Grade 9 and 11 students, then for those in Grades 10 and 12.

To start, Butch Rickaerd presented a video created by Grade 10 students while embarking upon a class trip to Ottawa Nov. 5 to 7. Although the students enjoyed such activities as an Ottawa Senators game against the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, they also created a video describing what freedom means to each of them. The video was produced by Dina Riccio.

Students also heard from Leamington 535 Air Cadet Sgt. Damien Terron and Canadian armed forces veteran Andre Alber. Terron, in his fourth year of Air Cadets, described his experiences both at home and abroad as a tribute to the Royal Canadian Air Force’s 90th anniversary.

Following acts of Remembrance including Last Post, Lament, a minute of silence, Meadows by bagpiper and former LDSS student Mike Hicks and Reveille, a powerpoint presentation was presented highlighting the past of military service by family members of the school’s staff.

“This is something that gives them (students) a chance to be a part of the ceremonies,” Rickaerd explained.

For this year’s public Remembrance Day ceremonies, LDSS student council members and history classes assisted with the laying of the wreaths, read aloud In Flanders Fields and during their walk toward the former Legion grounds, carried large cards depicting the names of veterans whose names are also inscribed on the cenotaph.

“It’s something we do so that their contributions can still be recognized today,” Rickaerd explained.

LAURA M. WALLACE, AT CHARTWELL SINCE 2013. If you’re like Laura, you never miss an opportunity to get together with friends and have fun. That’s why you’re all invited to our Gourmet Desserts from Around the World event. Join us and learn why our residents feel so at home at Chartwell.

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Sgt. Damien Terron of the Leamington Air Cadets 535 stands silently during Remembrance Day ceremonies held at Leamington District Secondary School Monday, Nov. 10. (SUN Photo)

SPH Auxiliary seeks support for mobility bus

By Bryan Jessop

The Sun Parlour Homes Auxiliary still has a considerable distance to go, but has taken another step closer in getting a new mobility bus for the facility’s residents.

During its September of 2014 meeting, the Auxiliary added another $5,000 to the account established for mobility bus donations. The group has placed more than $15,000 into the account thus far, bringing the collected total to $27,517. The other $12,000-plus has been raised through fundraisers such as bake sales and donations from SPH family members and local businesses.

“The project is going fairly well so far,” said SPH Auxiliary treasurer Judy Miller. “We’re always willing to accept donations from local businesses.”

A significant portion of the money raised for a new mobility has come through contributions from families made in memory of loved ones who reside or resided at Sun Parlour Homes.

“That has helped us quite a bit too,” Miller noted.

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Dale Butler’s Last Friday of the Month Coffee House

Friday, November 2lst, 7:00 pm

Now located at The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. As you can see from the date given for this event, it is not actually the last Friday of the month. The Bank Theatre is booked for something else on the actual last Friday. But do not let that concern you. Everything else will be the same as it was at its former location. Dale will sing at the beginning and at the end. Admission will be by donation. You will be introduced to all kinds of new talent. See you there.

THEATRE OF THE BEAT returns to The Bank Theatre

Friday, November 28th at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 29th at 2:00 p.m.

This wonderful professional theatre troupe from the KitchenerWaterloo area is coming to Leamington once again to entertain us and make us think outside the box. Their topic this time is marriage. The actual play is entitled “A Bicycle Built for Two” or “Zen and the Art of Marital Maintenance” by Johnny Wideman. Admission is by donation. The Theatre of the Beat actors love our space and hope that you will join them at The Bank Theatre for this thought-provoking look at marriage.

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST

by Dan Wasserman, based on the novel by Ken Kesey

Dec. 4, 5, 6 @ 7:00 pm & Dec. 2 @ 2:00 pm

Warning: Play has mature subject matter and coarse language

Cost: $10 for Adults; $8 for Students and Seniors

The award-winning movie, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST, featured Jack Nicholson in the starring role for which he won an Oscar. He plays someone who gets in trouble with the law and feigns a mental illness so that he can spend his prison sentence in a mental hospital, rather than an actual prison. Louise Fletcher, who played Nurse Ratched, also won an Oscar for her portrayal of Jack’s nemesis. How exciting for the LDSS players to tackle such a rich, thought-provoking play. Joel Lewsaw, the director and Drama teacher at Leamington District Secondary School, always amazes the audience with the incredible performances his students bring to the stage. Any former students who acted in plays directed by Mr. Wayne Noble are encouraged to attend the Saturday evening performance of ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST. Mr. Noble will be given a special award that evening to acknowledge the wonderful body of work He did for Leamington District Secondary School and The Sun Parlour Community Theatre. To see his former students will mean as much to him as receiving the actual award.

The Auxiliary also has another bake sale in the works, scheduled to take place Friday, Nov. 14 at SPH from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be open to the public and will also feature the organization’s ongoing raffle of a framed photo print donated by Leamington artist Randy Holland. The print is valued at $500. More information on Holland and his works is available at www.randysnaturephotography.com.

Second prize for the raffle is a dinner at Paula’s Fish Place, located at 857 Point Pelee Dr.

The SPH Auxiliary is hoping to collect the estimated $70,000 for a new mobility bus by the end of 2015. The current bus — which includes an electronic wheelchair lift — has proven unreliable in recent months. Used to bring residents to activities outside the SPH premises and back, the bus has broken down and failed to start on multiple occasions. An outing during the summer of this year had to be cancelled because the vehicle’s engine would not start. Recent repair included the replacement of its alternator.

“The bus they’ve got now is not in the best of shape,” Miller explained.

The mobility bus is used to bring SPH residents to and from visits to destinations such as Greenview Aviaries, Devonshire Mall, WalMart and Windsor Casino.

Auxiliary members have begun distributing letters asking for support and donations for the mobility bus campaign to locations throughout the community. Miller said contributions from Leamington-area businesses have begun to arrive, but also pointed out that continued support is crucial in order to replace the dilapidated bus residents are presently using.

Another upcoming fundraiser for a new bus is the Sun Parlour Homes Christmas Shopping Mall, scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is open to the public with free admission and will feature the sale of inventory including baked goods, preserves, clothing, toys, jewelry, candles, flowers, makeup and other items. Vendors will donate a percentage of their revenue to the mobility bus campaign.

The Christmas Shopping Mall event is being organized by SPH Auxiliary newcomer Janet Reid. So far, 38 vendors have signed up to participate. Support has also come from Alexander Winery to the tune of five gift baskets and from WalMart, offering 100 gift bags.

For more information on the shopping fundraiser, contact Reid at 519-322-7411.

Anyone making a donation of $20 or more is eligible to receive a tax receipt. To inquire about making a contribution towards a new SPH mobility bus, contact Miller at 519733-3052 or call Sun Parlour Homes — located at 175 Talbot St. West, Leamington — at 519-326-5731.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12Coats for Kids Distribution at SECC, 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Bring the whole family.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - Sun

Parlor Home Auxiliary Bake Sale, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Sun Parlor Home for Senior Citizens, 175 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Proceeds to support our New Mobility Bus campaign.Tea and coffee will be served in the Garden View Cafe.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16- UMEI

Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Traditional Mennonite wareneki (perogies), noodles, Mennonite sausage, ham, salad and buns. Admission by freewill donation. Takeout available.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17 - Food & Fellowship Supper, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St., welcomes those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONSSPARK AFTER SCHOOL

PROGRAM - Free for children ages 7-12. Planned activities, homework help, snacks and recreation. Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St. Leamington 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Call Barry 519-326-6391.

Also at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. Call Trina 519-326-9461. Call South Essex Community Council for more information at 519-3268629.

WEDNESDAYS, UNTIL NOVEMBER 19 - Family Story Time - 10:30 a.m. A program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, songs, rhymes and activities. Ages 5 years old & under & caregiver. Register online or at the library.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19Leamington Horticultural Society meeting, 7:30 p.m., at Leamington United Church. Program: Show and Tell by members of their garden plants and features. Come out and see what we are all about. Attendance is free and light refreshments will be served. Info: Ken Clark 519-325-0769.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 - UMEI

Discovery Day, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. UMEI welcomes all students grades 4-8 for a day of fun, games, music and lunch. Grade 7-8 students will also have the opportunity to shadow high school classes. Call 519-326-7448 or e-mail office@umei.ca to register. No cost for this event.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 -

Sacred Concert by Wendell Phipps, 7:00 p.m., at Seventh-day Adventist Church, 220 Erie St. N., Leamington. Free concert, freewill offering. All are welcome.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 - Merlin

United Church presents the Dale Butler Band at 7:00 p.m. Free will offering, refreshments served after the concert. For more information call Larry at 519-689-4935.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 - Family and Friends are invited to shop with the residents, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Sun Parlor Home Christmas Shopping Mall, 175 Talbot St. E. Leamington. 30+ local vendors, loca hand craft. Free admission. Free gift wrapping. Free gifts to first 100 shoppers. baked good, preserves, clothing, toys, jewellery, candles, flowers, makeup, etc. Proceeds to Sun Parlor Home Auxiliary.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29Imperial Chapter No. 21 Order of the Eastern Star annual Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, 3 John St., Leamington. Many goodies for purchase. Admission is free, light lunch available by donation. Everyone welcome!

Members of the Sun Parlour Homes Auxiliary including president Barb Watts (immediately right of thermometer) and treasurer Judy Miller (immediately left of thermometer) display the home’s main hall thermometer indicating that more than $27,000 of the necessary $70,000 has been raised for a new mobility bus.

Christmas Home Tour coming to Kingsville

A surefire way to get southern Essex County residents into the Christmas spirit is just around the corner.

The 2014 Kingsville Christmas House Tour will take place Saturday, Nov. 22 and Sunday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Tickets are selling at $20 apiece for the open-to-the-public event and will be available at Migration Hall — next to Kingsville District High School — on the days of the tour.

The annual event is open to anyone 12 years of age and older with proceeds to benefit Migration Hall. Refreshments during the tour will be made available to guests at Pelee Island Winery. Advance tickets are available at Mary Kathryn Ladies Shop, Box Office Video and Flower Fashions. These tickets can also be purchased online at www.kingsvillechristmashousetour.ca.

The annual event is organized by Joan Balsam-Clark, owner of All About Interiors Inc. The first Kingsville Christmas House Tour took place in 2003 and is presented each year by a committee of volunteers.

LDSS students organize fundraiser with friendly competition

On October 24, students at Leamington District Secondary School (LDSS) organized a ‘Survivor’ competition to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Approximately 200 students from all grades competed against each other in games designed to put their athletic, communication, and problem-solving skills to the test. With guidance from teachers Mr. Wes Fuerth and Mr. Dan Braun, student council planned and ran a variety of games for 20 teams of roughly 10 students per team.

Having paid $5 each to enter the competition, the students at LDSS collectively raised approximately $1,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society.

LDSS Survivors – strength and endurance.

From left to right are LDSS Survivor competitors Brett Thomas, Sebastian Dam, Mariah Limpinho and Emily Menard.

An LDSS Survivor team gathers together to plan their strategy. From left to right are: Matt Morden, Steven Phan, Nick Leipold, Daniel Pena, Madison Fulmer, Nick Castellano, Jocelyn Enns and Raj Patel.

SPH thanks its veterans

By Bryan Jessop

Residents of Sun Parlor Home didn’t have to go far to offer words of thanks to Leamington’s war veterans.

For the ninth year, pastor Larry Forsythe led Remembrance Day ceremonies within the residence’s walls, this year on Monday, Nov. 10 in the facility’s auditorium. Nearly 100 residents, family members and staff attended the event, as well as 15 of Sun Parlou Home’s 16 war veterans.

“We treat it like a memorial,” Forsythe explained, noting

that over the years, SPH has been home to 63 armed forces veterans. “We thank God for the veterans who have preserved our freedom. It’s about sharing the understanding of why we have the freedom to be ethical and spiritual.”

The ceremony began with a bagpipes performance by Bryon Knight, followed by the singing of songs including Battle Hymn of the Republic and video presentations describing the military services of the home’s current veteran residents. These included Jack Anderson, Hector Armstrong, Michael Dimena, Clement Eden, Alfred Hebert, Janet Holland, Norm Jones, George Malloch, Frank Renaud, Molly Sharp, Jack Stewart, Margret Van Roie, John Vermeiren, Pierre Vourakes, Garnet Wilkinson and Bill Williams. Among notable acts of military service included those of Malloch’s father, who was shot down by Manfred von Richthofen — better known as The Red Baron — during World War I. He survived and went on to serve again in WWII along with George.

Videos included Terry Kelly’s 2003 release A Pittance of Time, a song inspired by two minutes of silence observed at a Dartmouth, NS, drugstore and in part by one customer who refused to pay it respect in 1999. The same song/video was played earlier in the day at Leamington District Secondary School.

Above: Canadian armed forces veteran Bill Williams is thanked for his service by Sun Parlor Homes administrator Linda Monik following a Remembrance Day service at the facility Monday, Nov. 10. The event ended with 15 of the 17 veterans at the home lining up along what was dubbed “The

thanked for their service by Sun Parlor Home residents and staff following a Remembrance Day service.

When Forsythe arrived at SPH nine years ago, the ceremony was held in the facility’s tea room. Year by year, the event’s popularity among residents forced it to be relocated to the larger auditorium. This year’s ceremony concluded with the attending veterans lining up in the nearby hallway, offering others the chance to thank them personally one by one. Forsythe and others described it as “The Hallway of Heroes.”

“It’s a very powerful and moving ceremony,” said SPH administrator Linda Monik.

LAERC Awards

Bursary

The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) has awarded Ku Shee Wah (centre) a bursary to help further her education at St. Clair College where she will pursue her goal of becoming a nurse. LAERC’s Wilma Stewart (left) and Glenna Lane (right) presented the bursary. LAERC is comprised of a group of people from area churches who help refugee families settle in the community.

Quilters Guild Supports Women’s Centre

Erie Shores Quilters Guild recently presented a cheque for $4,500 supporting the Women’s Centre at Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Martha Wiens (centre) presented the cheque to Ross Barnwell of the Leamington Hospital Foundation. At left is Sharon McDonald, who was the lucky winner of the quilt, the main prize in the raffle where the funds were raised. Other winners were Sherri Burke and Lorraine Lemmon from Leamington. (Submitted photo)

TOM GIGNAC

Historical Restoration or Preservation Award

The Udo Renner Investments Heritage or Historic Restoration or Preservation Award for 2014 was presented to Abe Fehr and Jake Fehr and Gary Langeman, who in 2010 bought the Leamington Jr. B Flyers when the team was struggling financially in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League and looked at quitting the league.

With several groups interested in buying the club, the Fehrs and Langeman put together a proposal and subsequent business plan which allowed them to become the owners of the hockey club with a simple premise: keep the team in Leamington and make Jr. B hockey enjoyable and entertaining to watch.

Their shrewd business plan combined with experienced

hockey people as well as dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers has transformed the club into a class act reminiscent of their Jr. C heydays of the 1970s and 1980s.

In the span of four years the club has become a contender and won its first playoff championship in 2014 while bringing Leamington together in the aftermath of the loss of the H.J. Heinz factory. Simultaneously, the club’s long playoff run also injected valuable tourist dollars to the town. The club became a symbol that Leamington could meet and face its challenges head on.

While the hockey team has become a source of pride, the Fehrs have also been heavily involved in many facets of community-minded fundraisers and projects, and have formed deep business roots with their company Uni-Fab. They have also sponsored important awards like the Heritage Awards and the WESPYs.

Langeman is a successful local business owner here in Leamington and along with these gentlemen has provided the community with a jewel which has shone brighter than ever.

Heritage or Historic Restoration or Preservation Award 2014

The Right Hon. Sir Winston Churchill Chapter IODE recently celebrated their 60th anniversary with a dinner at the Flamingo in Leamington.

Nineteen of the 24 current members were in attendance to enjoy old photos of the many activities the group has participated in over the many years.

Fundraising has enabled the group to give annual bursaries at both Leamington District Secondary School and Cardinal Carter High School, furnish the quiet room at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, as well as contributing to the Women’s Centre, provide backpacks to the Children’s Aid, assist with the arena fundraising, and most recently the Seacliff Park project.

The Chapter’s annual Antique Show, which the group took over from Balmoral Chapter 11 years ago, has allowed the group to give large donations to the Salvation Army food bank and Goodfellows. Next March will be the 50th annual Antique Show, but sadly it will be their last.

Charter member Lucille Haas, the first Regent of the group, was presented with flowers by Kathy Schaffhauser, vice-president, and Judy Slater, secretary.

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. Nov. 3: North/South - 1st Roy Trowell and Ron Martin, 2nd Dorothy McGregor and Frank Duransky, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Vi Major. East/West - 1st Roger Cote and Jim Perkes, 2nd Bob Branton and Don Franks, 3rd Agnes Fraser and Sue Duransky. Games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. Nov. 5: North/ South - 1st Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Joyce Gammie and Sandy Gammie. East/West - 1st Roger Cote and Jim Perkes, 2nd Sonia Jackiw and Ernie Jackiw, 3rd Marg Koeman and Vi Major. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

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Right Hon. Sir Winston Churchill Chapter IODE, front row left to right: Carol Russelo, Pearl Gillanders, Dolores Tracey, Joyce Heiben, Lucille Haas, Muriel Henderson and Cheryl Butcher. Back row: Carolyn Jackson, Jeannette Easton, Sue Adamson, Linda Derbyshire, Vi Gillett, Tracey Butcher, Patty Otton, Theresa Buschman, Kathy Schaffhauser, Cathy Bakes, Susan O’Hara and Judy Slater. Absent from photo: Marg Dama (President),

Miller, Marilyn Miller and Margery Reeb.

Minor lacrosse holds end of season banquet

The Sun County Crows Minor Lacrosse Association held an end of season banquet at Kingsville Arena. The banquet was a great wrap-up to one of Sun County’s most successful seasons, despite only fielding 3 travel teams. With a couple

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Above - Sun County Crows Minor Lacrosse - Novice, front row, left to right: Zach Laporte, Robbie Edwards, Bryson Doherty, Dax Josin. Middle row: Connor Scott, Max Riddiford, Nick Baeini, Marcus Stanley, Luke Ford, Andrew Sleiman, Tyler Grondin, Matthew Marontate. Back row: Brandon Riddiford, Charles Hillier, Rod Baeini, Jeff Ford. Absent: Charlie Paquette and Haden Vanlare.

Above right - Sun County Crows Minor Lacrosse - Peewee, front row, left to right: Front Row: Bailey Rolph, Chris Baeini, Nolan Byron, Ashton VanKempen. Middle row: Alex Riddiford, Matt Keane, Dawson Gray. Back row: Brandon Riddiford, Chad Gray, Paul Sleiman, Dawson Collison, Hunter Deal, Bob Sampson, Billy Byron, Phil Greenen. Absent: Jordan Gualtieri.

Right - Sun County Crows Minor Lacrosse - Intermediate, from left to right: Sean Graham, Nick Lane, Austin Agocs, Rylee Martin, Alec Brown, Brad Tiessen, Brendan Burger, Justin Jolly, William Dunn. Absent from photo: Kyle McKnight, Tyler McLean, Mitchell Brown, Colin Bosse, Zack Keans, Josh Wright, coaching staff Bill McKnight, Larry Brown, Charles Hillier, Karry Wiseman.

BRYAN JESSOP

Jessop’s

Journal

In a nutshell, I’ve got three hobby-based interests — sports, classic cars and music. The moments I’ve had available to dust off the ol’ Gibson SG and play or improvise a few tunes have become few and far between since I became a father, but the opportunity does present itself once in a rare while. Mostly, it’s when my three-year-old wants me to take it out of its case and place it in his lap so he can strum a few E minor 11 chords (the fancy way of saying he just hits all six strings without fretting). He’ll then move on to pounding the four strings of the Squier Precision bass (he’s no worse than some of the 1990s grunge bands I’ve heard), effectively giving me the chance to pick up the SG and “jam” with him for a few minutes.

For more than the past quarter century, my favourite band has been AC/DC. Guitar and sibling duo Angus and Malcolm Young are the reasons I bought my first guitar back in 1990 — a used, less than top-quality Kramer XL II. The first song I taught myself to play was Hells Bells.

Like others, AC/DC has gone through some hell of its own over the years. In 1980, it was the death of singer Bon Scott. In 1985, the band took a lot of heat for the actions of “Night Stalker” Ricardo Ramirez, who after being arrested in 1985 for a string of brutal murders, described himself as a devout AC/DC fan. In ’91, it was the death of three fans trampled during a concert in Salt Lake City.

This year’s been another tough one, starting with word that Malcolm — the group’s founding member — is suffering from advanced dementia. For the first time ever, he played no role in recording a studio album, created and produced earlier this year in Vancouver (his nephew Steve Young has taken his place).

A few hours before I started writing this column, it was announced that drummer Phil Rudd was arrested and charged with attempting to procure murder — in other words, trying to hire a hitman to have two people killed. Those charges were dropped the following day, but Rudd’s still up against death threat accusations. Despite dismissal of the more serious accusations, I can only imagine how much airplay songs like “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap” and “Guns For Hire” are going to get in the coming weeks.

Obviously, I still admire Malcolm a great deal — the problems he faces plague him through no fault of his own. Rudd, on the other hand… well, that depends. If he’s genuinely innocent, I offer the one-finger salute (which is actually done with two fingers in a sort of reverse peace sign in the band’s native Australia) to anyone involved in dragging his name through the dirt. Otherwise, I can’t even begin to express my disappointment in both Phil and his actions.

If legitimately proven guilty, I can only hope the rest of the band will sever all ties (as it originally did back in 1983) and find another drummer to tour the album they’re scheduled to release early next month… not that they’d have any other choice. Maybe former AC/DC drummer Simon Wright or Chris Slade is available. If not, I’m sure someone else in the large and widely musically-involved Young family can take a seat behind the skins.

It comes as no revelation that the ranks of musicians, actors and athletes include those who have fallen from grace. For most, it has involved run-ins with alcohol and/or substance abuse. Others fall even further in their downward spirals, resorting to domestic or public violence.

Nearly 20 years after the fact, the public jury is still debating the OJ Simpson murder trial, although there’s no denying his abusive tendencies toward his wife prior to her death. He even recorded an exercise/workout video where he joked about spousal abuse, explaining that you can blame the injuries on a mishap if the two of you work out together.

Still, there are those who uphold his status as a sort of hero. I remember hearing expressions of disgust after Fred Goldman described plans to pound Simpson’s Heisman trophy to pieces following a successful civil suit. I couldn’t believe my ears. The man’s son was brutally murdered and there were people who expressed more sympathy over the

RECREATION EVENTS RECREATION EVENTS

SHERK your way to the Sherk Complex! Don’t Procrastinate any longer. You benefit with so much diversity when you have a SHERK COMPLEX Membership! Winter 1 session:

Land Fitness session begins this week; Aquatic session begins next week - Nov. 17th Visit the website: leamington.ca/recreation and view the Complex Activity Guide for details. Jumpstart Funding Update :

For Winter 1 Registration - for those who qualify (with proof) of receiving the Canada Child Tax Credit, you can now receive:

• one (1) FREE 20 visit Youth Skate/Swim/Gym Pass AND

• one (1) $50 credit towards a youth program registration for the upcoming Winter 1 session Programs fill-up quickly, but new classes are added when possible so call the Complex to enquire about availability.

HIRING both Pool and Land Fitness Instructors. Consider a part-time job at the Sherk Complex! and go to Jobs@leamington.ca to apply.

Fri. Nov. 21st is an action packed day!

• Complex PA Day Camp - register in advance ages 4-7 & 8-12

• Red Cross Babysitter Course 8:30 - 4:30 for Youth ages 11-15. Register in advance.

• Free Skate from 1 - 3 pm sponsored by Essex Power Corporation Then, to top the evening off there’s a

• Rock ‘n Swim 7:15 - 9:00 pm Swim to the sounds of your favourite tunes. Music sponsored by UMEI Christian High School.

Saturday, November 29th 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Sports Day in Canada

Everyone is invited to come celebrate sports in Leamington at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Guest Speaker former NHL player Jack Valiquette from the Toronto Maple Leafs, current NHL referee, community Speaker with a message of: “Say No To Drugs!” sponsored by the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee, and Essex Power Corporation. Family Festival atmosphere with Balloons, Face Painting, Hot Dogs for the first 300 youth! We encourage sports Teams to attend together and wear their Jerseys! LIKE and Share our Re-vamped Facebook site! Don’t just Work-Out! ….. SHERK-OUT! at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

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tion thrown at him.

The tendency of sports fans to keep their icons atop those pedestals despite inexcusable criminal behaviour is a strange component of the human psyche. Sooner or later, most popular songs and albums go forgotten — at least until they go through the ‘retro’ cycle. Ditto for movies and television shows. Significant achievements in sports, however, seem to become unforgettable moments in history immediately after the hype dies down. MANY Tigers fans still recall the Roar of ’84, but do you remember that year’s Academy Award for best picture? It was Terms of Endearment. Never saw it. Yup, had to Google it. Okay, there are probably a few people who remember that year’s top song on the Billboard charts — Prince’s “When Doves Cry.” Still, millions of people hate him for being a weirdo, even though he’s never committed a serious crime (that I’m aware of). Milli Vanilli was more or less crucified for lip synching, yet the mere suggestion of removing Pete Rose from the Baseball Hall of Fame for illegal gambling was greeted by waves of outrage.

Does the criminal activity of professional athletes make their prior accomplishments any less impressive? Well, only when the use of steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs are involved. Does it (or at least SHOULD it) mean their status as heroes should be revoked? In my opinion, yes.

Scoring titles, championship rings, league records and lofty contracts should not serve as Get Out of Jail Free cards, if you’ll excuse the reference.

Lally Atoms defeat Harrow

Atom Southpoint Lally Ford Atoms defeated Harrow by a score of 4-2 in Harrow on Nov. 8. Mikey Church and Parker Steel scored two goals each. Assists went to Mason Brum, Brian Friessen, Josh Tiessen, Cian Tiessen.

Very strong play in net by goaltender Joe Gruber. The team played extremely well and are very excited on the fast start to the season, sitting at 4 wins, 1 tie and 1 loss.

Minor lacrosse holds end of season banquet

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fate of a friggin’ trophy. It was an embarrassing time to be a human being.

Simpson was acquitted of the double murder, but has since been thrown in prison for armed robbery, burglary, kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon. Yeah, regardless of the 1995 verdict, I have a hard time assimilating him with the term ‘innocent’ regarding any accusa-

of tournamnent victories, a Zone Championship and a Provincial Championship Silver Medal, the Crows put on a great display of talent this past season. With all of the players returning for the 2015 season and many new recruits, next year looks to be an even greater season.

President Billy Bryon expressed thanks to the many volunteers who made the 2014 lacrosse season possible and said that the league is fortunate to have so many dedicated and passionate people working on behalf of the players and organization. He also expressed thanks to the parents, and most of all to the players who played hard and had fun.

The following are this year’s award winners.

Novice: Most Valuable Player - Max Riddiford; Best Defensive Player - Marcus Stanley; Most Sportsmanlike Player - Matthew Marontate; Crow of the Year (E. Kenneth Jolly Award) - Nicholas Baeini.

Peewee: Most Valuable Player - Jordan Gaultieri; Best Defensive Player - Bailey Rolph; Most Sportsmanlike Player - Chris Baeini; Crow of the Year (E. Kenneth Jolly Award) - Ashton VanKempen and Nolan Byron.

Intermediate: Most Valuable Player - Justin Jolly; Best Defensive PlayerWilliam Dunn; Most Sportsmanlike Player - Mitchell Brown; Crow of the Year (E. Kenneth Jolly Award) - Austin Agocs.

The 2015 season gets underway in April. New players are welcome. Check out the website at www.crowlacrosse for further details.

Caravan Tykes enjoy first game of year

On Sat. Nov. 8 the Dodge Grand Caravan Tykes program played their first game of the year. The Tyke Reds took on the Tyke Whites on the Heinz rink. The players, parents and coaches were excited to see their first game action of the season.

Team White’s Mason Dault opened up the scoring with a nifty setup by Michael Segedin. Before the end of the period, Red’s Taylor Insley evened the contest at 1 apiece. With 2 minutes to go in the second period, Nicholas Brophy fired a onetimer from the slot past Red goalie Grant Symons.

Team Red was persistent and evened the score with 30 seconds remaining in the second period on a goal by Dayne DiMilo.

The third period was all team Red as DiMilo led the way scoring 3 more. Holdyn Bailey netted one.

Team White goaltender Liam Brown stood his ground and made quite a few quality saves in the game.

Team Red roster: Cole Gossman, Dayne DiMilo, Andrew Demante, Grant Symons, Owenn Flaming, Holdyn Bailey, Jordan Bonneau, Taylor Insley, Carson Koehler, James Sonoski, Seth Janzen, Rowen Arthurs, Tomas Knaiziew, Lucas Grillo, Logan Lefaive.

Team White roster: Liam Brown, Aleviah McAndrews, Mason Dault, Michael Segedin, Caiden Fuller, Zack Liebrock, Dylan Marchand, Nicholas Brophy, Owen Deneau, Cole Parent, Cohen Kimball, Charbel Tannous, Tony Tannous.

Come out and support your local minor hockey teams. Check out their schedules at www.southpointminorhockey.com

Local man honoured by Ontario Lacrosse Assoc. award

At this year’s Ontario Lacrosse Association AGM held in Niagara Falls, one of Sun County’s own received a treasured award at the Luncheon Awards Ceremony. Ken Jolly (centre), Past President and Life Member of the Sun County Crows Minor Lacrosse Association, was the recipient of the 2014 Merv MacKenzie Award. The award is presented to the “person having done the most for the promotion of lacrosse in Ontario.” As a surprise to Ken, his close friend and one of Sun County’s original referees, Jeramie Bailey (left), presented the award with a very moving speech. Presenting the award along with Jeramie was Marion Ladoucer (right), vice-president of Box Lacrosse for the Ontario Lacrosse Association and longtime friend and mentor to Ken. Absent from photo is Mary Sticca, Zone 9 Director, who spearheaded the nomination for the award.

(Submitted photo)

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Caravan Tykes Team Red goalie Grant Symons with #14 Seth Janzen and Holdyn Bailey helping him defend the Team White attackers.

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Golden Years mini golf

Fifty-one golfers sank 77 aces at mini golf on Nov. 6 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Leading the ace parade with 5 were Eleanor Wilkinson and Marie Lasi. Following closely with 4 aces were Eileen MacIntosh, Mike Binder, Julie Kos, Bill Mayville, Bill Ward and Cathy Dewhurst. Barb Murphy dropped 3 aces. Eleven players dropped 2 aces apiece, and 18 golfers dropped one each.

Low score for 9 holes was registered by Bill Ward with 16, followed by Mike Binder, Julie Kos, Marie Lasi and Bill Mayville with 17. There were 16 players that had 18.

A score of 36 for 18 holes was recorded by Mike Binder, Pete Daudlin, Andy Orsini,

Marie Lasi, Moe Scratch and Bill Ward. Gerry Wilkinson, Laurie Hylton and Bill Mayville had a score of 37.

Best score of the day for 36 holes was by Bill Ward who shot a 74. Close behind with 75 were Andy Orsini and Moe Scratch. Registering 76 was Eilien MacIntosh, Marie Lasi and Gerry Wilkinson, followed by Laurie Hylton with 77.

First place went to Team 13 with 230 (Marie Lasi, Gerry Wilkinson, Art Sweet). Second place was Team 15 with 234 (Laurie Hylton, Bill Mayville Lloyd Honey). Third place was won by Team 17 with 237 (Mavis Rutter, Bill Ward Cathy Dewhurst).

League play continues every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s.

Today, more than 9 million Canadians live with diabetes or prediabetes - a condition that, if left unchecked, puts you at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This means that nearly 1 in 4 Canadians either has diabetes or prediabetes. More than 20 people are diagnosed with the disease every hour of every day.

The number of people with type 2 diabetes is rising dramatically due to a number of factors:

• An aging population - the risk of developing type 2 diabetes rises with age;

• Rising obesity rates - obesity dramatically increases the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes;

• Increasingly sedentary lifestyles are contributing to rising obesity rates, particularly in younger Canadians, which can lead to type 2 diabetes;

• People of Aboriginal descent are 3 to

5 times more likely than the general population to develop type 2 diabetes; and

• Almost 80% of new Canadians are from populations that have a higher risk for type 2 diabetes. These include people of Hispanic, Asian, South Asian, or African descent.

The serious complications:

Diabetes can lead to serious complications and premature death:

• 80% of Canadians with diabetes die from a heart attack or a stroke;

• 42% of new kidney dialysis patients in 2004 had diabetes.

• Diabetes is the single leading cause of blindness in Canada;

• 7 of 10 non-traumatic limb amputations are the result of diabetes complications;

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• 25% of people with diabetes suffer from depression;

• The life expectancy for people with type 1 diabetes may be shortened by as much as 15 years; and

• The life expectancy for people with type 2 diabetes may be shortened by 5 to 10 years.

Staying Healthy With Diabetes:

Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are serious conditions, and can lead to the same complications. But you can do many things to stay well. Talk to your doctor about all of the following points. They are important for basic diabetes care. Your doctor and your healthcare team will work with you to ensure you get the best care.

The important first steps are:

• Eat according to a healthy meal plan.

• Increase your physical activity.

• Learn as much as possible about diabetes.

Do you know your targets for good blood glucose and blood pressure control? Remember, lowering your blood glucose and blood pressure (even a little) will help you become healthier and stay that way.

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Southpoint Stars weekend results

The Community Muffler Southpoint Peewee Stars played a good game against a stronger Tecumseh Orange team. Tecumseh put a rebound past Allison Kopinak early in the first. It was Allison’s first game in net. Alyssa Lamb responded a minute later by flying past the Tecumseh defence, picking up a loose puck in the neutral zone and then firing the puck just below the crossbar to tie things up. Tecumseh scored a second goal in the second period. The Stars battled hard to prevent further goals and tried to tie the game up. Jaryn Harris came very close to scoring her first goal when she shot the puck just wide of the corner and Allison made a save on a breakaway in the third. The score remained 2-1 until the last 2 minutes in the third when Tecumseh scored 3 goals in the remaining time.

The Naples Pizza Southpoint Bantam Stars travelled to LaSalle on Saturday evening. The Lady Stars played their hearts out in this very evenly matched contest; however, after giving up an early goal they threw several shots at a very hot LaSalle netminder but could not get one past her. This game ended in a 1-0 loss.

On Sunday afternoon on the Heinz rink the Lady Stars welcomed in the league-leading South County girls from Harrow. After two hard fought periods the game remained scoreless due to great goaltending on both sides, especially the Stars “Dynamic Duo” of Caitlyn Preston and Erica Taylor. Early in the third period the Naples Pizza Stars got on the board first as Brienne Mastronardi fired a rocket top shelf with assists going to Raine Schiefer and Kaylie Goodchild. Harrow tied this game with five minutes remaining in the game. With just 30 seconds remaining, Mastronardi set up Connie Wiebe for the game-winning goal. Way to go, Stars!

The Leamington Kinsmen Southpoint Intermediate Stars played in Lakeshore on Saturday afternoon. Despite a very short bench the Lady Stars battled hard, but lost this game by a final score of 2-1. Kim Goyeau scored a beautiful unassisted goal to get the Lady Stars on the board.

On Sunday afternoon the Kinsmen Ladies travelled to Amherstburg to tangle the South County girls. The Lady Stars were focused and ready to play right from the drop of the puck. Their tenacious forechecking led to a spirited 5-1 win. Tatum Davison, Kim Goyeau, Kayla Collison, Taylor Babkirk and Lea Marshall each scored single goals in this big win. Scoring the assists were Jada Schiefer (2), Goyeau, Collison, Davison and Morgan Amicone. Shayna Augustine played a great game in net holding Amherstburg to just a single tally.

The WFCU Southpoint Intermediate Stars hosted the Lakeshore Lightning on Sunday afternoon. After a hard fought scoreless first period the Lady Stars scored first as Claire Phibbs found the back of the net. Assists went to Chase Cabral and Kathryn Ciacelli. Lakeshore scored the next three goals before the Lady Stars responded with a goal of their own. Chelsea Hickson scored off of a nice feed by Lauryn Gradwell. The Stars never gave up, but lost this game by a final score of 5-2.

Novice Caravan Kids play hard

The Southpoint Caravan Kids met the Essex Ravens at home this past weekend. The team played hard and did a great job keeping the puck out of their zone.

Joel Stockwell played an extraordinary game. The Caravan Kids defensemen – Daniel Saad, Adriana West and Nick Beaudoin – did an excellent job keeping the play in the Ravens’ zone.

Emma Weil scored the first goal for the Caravan Kids, assisted by Adriana West.

The Ravens put in a few more goals to take a solid lead. Zak Liebrock and Liam Brown kept the pressure on and had a few scoring chances.

The second goal for the Kids was scored by Dayne DiMilo and assisted by Alessia West and Colton Selwood. It was not enough to make a come back but they all had a great time! The Ravens took the win.

A-K Midgets split games

The Anthony-Keats Marine Midget’s split the weekend with one win and a loss.

On Friday night, Nov. 7 they faced the Kingsville Kings and came away with a 5-2 victory. It was a great game with end-to-end action but the early goals led the way for a finish that the team was looking for.

On Sunday night the Kent Cobra’s were in town as they faced off on the Heinz rink. It was a hard fought game and the team worked hard, but finished short by a score of 3-2 to the Cobra’s.

Anthony-Keats Marine will hit the ice again on Sunday night when they face the Essex Ravens at 8:50 p.m. on the Heinz rink.

Members of the team include Riley Fast, Dante Di Milo, Dawson Wigle, Thomas Livingstone, Brad Mantha, Lucas Lamotte, Phoenix Farias, Charbel Andary, Colton Horne, Delaney Fehr, Devin Mills, Darian Kaspardlov, Matt Dick, Devin Scratch, Reggie Evans, Devin Leili. Coaching staff is David Di Milo, Paul Spano, Danny Farias, Deiba Wigle.

Rhine Danube bowling scores

The following are the Rhine Danube bowling league results for Oct. 27.

Games Over 200: Willy Fittler 215, Gary Garnham 212, Ernie Purr 221, Richard Dickau 210, Aaron Dickau 248, Alex Smith 234, Jason Dalimonte 233.

Series Over 550: Willy Fittler 550, Gary Garnham 552, Ernie Purr 595, Aaron Dickau 567, Jason Dalimonte 566.

High Handicap Games: Jason Dalimonte 301, Alex Smith 297, Ernie Purr 280.

High Handicap Series: Ernie Purr 772, Jason Dalimonte 770, Willy Schauer 742.

Standings: Dickau Construction 33, Unico 32, Taki’s 28, Weil’s 27, Rhine Danube 25, Fittler Farms 23.

Atom girls take on Essex

The Southpoint Stars Community Trophies Atom Girls took on the Essex Black team in Essex this weekend. The Stars played hard and the game was scoreless for most of the game.

Evan Gualtieri played an excellent game in net. Essex finally jabbed one in under Evan’s pads, and the Stars came right back when Megan Derksen popped in a goal to tie up the game

Stars’ defensemen Paige Derbyshire, Tara Tiessen and Adriana West all had multiple breakaways but couldn’t get to the net. Shannon Harris did a great job keeping the puck out of the Stars’ zone. Ava Hildebrandt and Mya Brown had a few scoring opportunities too, but the Essex goalie was on her game.

The Stars almost tied it up when Alessia West took a shot on net and Kaitlynn Pickard was coming in for the rebound but the whistle blew too early.

Essex took the win 2-1.

This was an evenly matched game and by far Community Trophies’ best so far. The team has several first-time skaters and the girls are really coming together as a team.

WFS Bantams win, tie

Windsor Factory Supply Bantams played the other Bantam team on Tues. Nov. 4. The game was a nailbiter but Dante Butera managed to get a goal for WFS, winning the game 1-0. Tyler Dibbley and Kyle Cervini both played an outstanding game in net.

Sunday night, Nov. 9, the WFS Bantams travelled to Essex to play the number one team in the league, the undefeated Essex Bantams team #10. The game was played with high intensity and remained scoreless. Great offensive pressure proved unsuccessful for both teams. WFS goalie Tyler Dibbley played a stellar game, standing on his head in several instances. The final score was 0-0.

Marshall Morgan’s 1933 Ford Deluxe street rod

I first met Marshall Morgan in Toronto 52 years ago when he purchased my 1940 Mercury convertible. A few weeks ago, a letter arrived from Marshall with photos of his current ride:

a 1933 Ford

Deluxe street rod with red rims and wide whites. What a beauty! A small block Chevy V8 with headers feeds horsepower through an automatic transmission to a 9-inch Ford rear end. The frame has been modified to accept a Mustang II front end with independent front suspension. Marshall bought this car in August 2007 at the Auto Fest Car Show in Oshawa.

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He reads my column and poses a challenge: “Bill, could you investigate and confirm who built this nice ride?” Marshall enclosed a list of previous owners supplied by the Ontario Motor Vehicle Department. Since 1992, the car has been owned by Paul Sanderson, Peter Foulds, Larry Shackleton, William Mills, and Victor Smallwood, all of Ontario. Marshall bought the car from Mr. Smallwood.

Through my friend Vern Kipp, I met Victor Smallwood at his home in Scarborough close to where Vern lives. I phoned Vern to see if he remembered the car. Vern almost bought it 39 years ago! He answered an ad in the Toronto Star around 1975 listing a 1933 Ford Deluxe sedan for sale. It had just arrived from Manitoba, where it had been stored in a chicken coop. It was a low-mileage, rust-free car. The price seemed high and while Vern was arranging financing, another man snapped it up.

Vern saw the car again a few years later at the annual swap meet in Waterdown. By now, it had been converted into a street rod and Vern recollects the owner’s name was Cam Woodsworth. The car won many trophies at various car shows but some gaps still remain in the car’s history and we need help from our readers.

How many owners did this car have in the 17 years between 1975 and when Paul Sanderson bought it in 1992? And who among all the previous owner(s) is the one (or more) who modified the car?

You can phone Marshall at home 416-242-7011 or cell 647-938-7011 or email at morganj@sympatico.ca. You can email me at billtsherk@sypmatico.ca. Stay tuned.

Marshall Morgan’s 1933 Ford Deluxe street rod in Toronto.

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Cougars reach volleyball final

By Bryan Jessop

A successful season ended with a collision into a big, red wall for the Cardinal Carter senior boys volleyball team.

The Cougars met the two-time defending champion Essex Red Raiders in the WECSSAA 2A championship match Friday, Nov. 7 at Essex District High School, where the hosts swept the best-of-five contest with scores of 25-16, 25-15 and 25-19. Cardinal Carter held its own early in the first, where the score reached 11-11 before Essex took the next six and never looked back.

In the second set, the Cougars pulled to within as close as 9-7 before the Red Raiders scored nine consecutive points. Cardinal Carter’s game improved steadily for the third set, where they twice allowed four straight Red Raiders points and only once surrendered three in a row “Essex is obviously a very well-prepared team,” said Cougars head coach Jim Konrad, who is assisted on the sidelines by fellow coaches Rick Gori and Paul George. “We’re a young team and did a great job getting here. We’ll lose some key players (to graduation) but we’ll re-

build early next year and see where it goes from there.”

16, 25-15 and 25-19

Some of the pivotal members of the team who played their last volleyball match as Cougars in Essex include Sheldon Foldesi, Dylan St. Bernard and Alex Goncalves. Next season’s team will be led on the court by the likes of Arop Plaek Deng, Peter Najem and Justin Faustino.

Cardinal Carter dominated WECSSAA’s Tier II division in the regular season, finishing first among 12 teams with an 11-0 match record and a nearly perfect set record of 32 wins and one loss for 54 points — 10 more than the second-place Leamington Lions.

The Cougars’ only set loss came Oct. 6 against Assumption.

The Red Raiders earned double points toward 2A playoff seeding standings by playing the regular season in Tier I, which included three 4A and four 3A schools. Essex’s 9-3, 23-13 record seeded it first in the 2A playoffs while Kennedy was ranked second as a Tier I team at 6-6 and 15-21.

“Tier I experience makes a big difference,” Konrad explained. “They (Essex) held their own. They deserve to be here and they deserved to win. We did a good job of beating bigger schools (Catholic Central and Kennedy), although it was tough not to finish the way we wanted to.”

Although Kennedy blanked General Amherst in the quarterfinals, they were denied a spot in the final by the Cougars.

Cardinal Carter won the first set 25-14, lost the second 25-22 and then took the next two by scores of 25-20 and 25-22 to win the semis. In the quarters, the Cougars defeated Catholic Central 25-19 in the opener, lost the next set 25-23 and then bounced back with 25-23 and 25-22 victories.

Konrad hopes to see returning members of the Cougars squad take part in the Velocity Volleyball program during the WECSSAA program’s offseason.

From left to right, the Cardinal Carter Cougars’ senior boys volleyball team consisted of coach Paul George, Peter Najem, Alex Goncalves, Sheldon Foldesi, Arop Plaek Deng, Matthew Azar, Sam Abraham, Justin Faustino, Dillon St. Bernard, Dante Figliomeni, Josh Gow, John Marques, Josh Elias, coach Rick Gori and coach Jim Konrad. Absent from the photo is Costa Liovas. The team took second place in the WECSSAA 2A group after falling by scores of 25-

against the Red Raiders at Essex District High School Friday, Nov. 7 in the league final.

Sun Stars make it sting

On Sat. Nov. 8 the Southpoint Sun Stars hosted the Sarnia Lady Sting in Wheatley for an afternoon contest to open the second half of the regular season.

After a scoreless first period the Sting got on the board first when Samantha Meere beat Natalie Edmondson short side for a 1-0 Sting lead.

With just over 2 minutes remaining in the second period the Stars tied the game on a goal by Grace Hyatt after a pass from Abbey Hopper.

Midway through the third, Bryanna Rodrigues scored for the Stars with the assist going to Bailey Brown and the Sun Stars were out front 2-1. Just 2 minutes later, on a blast from the point, Abbey Hopper’s shot beat the Sting netminder and the Stars were out front 3-1.

With time winding down and the Sting net empty, Grace Hyatt sealed the victory with an empty-net goal after a lead pass from Kennedy Hodgson and the Stars were winners 4-1.

The Stars’ next game is against the St. Thomas Panthers on Sat. Nov. 15 at 5:05 p.m. in Wheatley.

Wheatley Oldtimers Win Windsor Tournament

The Wheatley Oldtimers repeated as champions at the annual Ambassador Hockey Tournament in Windsor on the weekend, but took the long way around to do it. After falling behind 3-0 early in game one, the Wheatley crew stormed back to gain a 4-4 tie with Belle River. In game two, the locals fell behind 3-0 once again, only to roar back on the Southfield Sinners and gain another 4-4 tie. In game three, Wheatley left no doubt, beating Disc and Dat 5-1 to gain a berth in the final. In that final game, the Oldtimers jumped out to a 4-1 lead, ran into penalty trouble and held on for a 4-3 championship win over Southfield. The Wheatley Oldtimers, front row left to right: Tim Tetzlaff, Barry Colenutt, Scott Shilson, Matt Phibbs, Scott Makey and Gary Mutterback. Back row: Tim McIntosh, Andy Herring, Wes Wright, Mark Ribble, Todd Stevenson, Gary Knight, Jeff Bowman and coach Pat Hill.

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Five days after suffering a one-goal regulation loss to the often-bothersome Rockets, the Leamington Flyers gave Strathroy a taste of its own medicine.

An offensively uneventful match between the two teams at Heinz Arena Thursday, Nov. 6 ended in a 2-1 victory for the Flyers, effectively avenging a 5-4 defeat in Strathroy the previous Saturday. Both teams had holes in their rosters to fill following a penalty- and fight-filled match at West Middlesex Arena, although the rematch showed no signs of the previous meeting’s rough stuff.

“I’m not surprised,” said Flyers head coach Tony Piroski of Thursday night’s more calm demeanor. “Those kind of things happen. You never know when tempers are going to flare.”

Given a two-game suspension for engaging in two fights during the same stoppage of play, Flyers veteran forward Kyle Quick was temporarily replaced by Essex 73’s call-up Dallas Pereira for the Nov. 6 game.

“He played really well,” Piroski said of Pereira. “He worked hard and he knew what his responsibilities were and where he was supposed to be.”

The Flyers controlled the puck for more than their share of the game, but were not significantly more successful in generating scoring chances than their guests. The Rockets’ Nick Boyer started the scoring after 4:19 of play in the opening frame after an arcing puck made its way over netminder Michael Barrett and under the crossbar with heavy traffic sprawled throughout the crease. The 1-0 lead lasted just over four minutes before Kyle Perkowski benefited from a well-orchestrated passing play, snapping the puck into the left side of the mesh. Dane Gubbels had practically no chance of saving the quick shot, set up by Matthew Opblinger and Alex Friesen during an offensive rush.

The opening 20 minutes suggested another offensively-driven game was in store at Heinz Arena, with one Flyers’ shot hitting the left post and a shots total of 15-9 favouring Leamington. Defense took over at both ends of the rink for the next 40 minutes how-

Flyers get even with Rockets

By bryan jessop

ever, where the Flyers managed only 12 more combined shots on net compared to Strathroy’s 11.

Mitch Amante potted the game winner with 39:32 remaining in regulation, closing in from the left of the Rockets’ net and sliding a shot under Gubbels’ pads a fraction of a second before he could drop to the ice. Chris Scott drew the only assist on the power play goal. The third period was the game’s most uneventful. Although several faceoffs took place in the Flyers’ zone, the home team’s defense was quick to subdue all offensive attacks mustered by the Rockets. Although unable to add an insurance goal, Leamington’s offense pressed hard enough in the final 100 seconds to disallow Gubbels a chance to vacate his net for the sixth skater.

The Flyers were one for five on the power play while the Rockets were held to zero for four.

“Offensively, we had trouble getting the puck toward the net,” Piroski explained. “Even when we could, we couldn’t get the puck on the net. Our offense struggled and our shots on net are down, although defensively, we were pretty solid.”

One day earlier, the Flyers paid a cross-county visit to the LaSalle Vipers, where they recovered from the loss in Strathroy with a 6-3 win. Daniel Beaudoin of the Vipers struck first, but Leamington replied with five straight from Eric Henderson, two in a row by Cale Allen and additional singles by Amante and Perkowski.

LaSalle potted the next two against Barrett to pull within a pair, but Allen completed his hat trick with an empty netter as the clock ticked down to 22 seconds. Leamington was two for nine on the power play while LaSalle went one for four. The Flyers challenged Paolo Battisti with 49 shots — more than Leamington and Strathroy combined would manage the next day — while LaSalle sent 38 at Barrett. Despite becoming the first squad in the GOJHL to hit the 500 penalty minute mark this season, the Flyers also took sole possession of first place in both the Western Conference and 26-team league. The four points in two nights performance brought Leamington up to 32, although 30-point Kitchener had two games in hand at the time while Caledonia — at 29 points — had played four fewer games.

The Flyers next game will take place Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7:10 p.m. on home ice against the London Nationals.

Rest of the West

While the Flyers were doubling the Vipers, the Nationals handed the struggling St. Marys Lincolns a 6-4 loss. On Thursday, the Chatham Maroons crept closer to second place with a 4-3 regulation victory in Sarnia against the Legionnaires. Friday games included a 7-4 win for St. Thomas over Sarnia while

the Lincolns defeated the Lambton Shores 4-2. Saturday’s only Western game featured a 5-2 win for Strathroy over LaSalle. Sunday ended with Chatham defeating St. Thomas 4-0 and LaSalle winning 4-1 against London.

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The Flyers’ Tyler Duarte battles former teammate Brett Dalton following a faceoff in the Strathroy zone during a Thursday, Nov. 6 GOJHL game at Heinz Arena. The Flyers held on for a 2-1 regulation win. (Sun photo)

The Flyers’ Alex Friesen is challenged by Strathroy’s Matt Knight-Bedour and Eddie Schulz during the second period of a Thursday, Nov. 6 game at Heinz Arena. Friesen had an assist in his team’s 2-1 regulation win. (Sun photo)

Leamington Flyers Colin Moore, Dallas Pereira and Cale Allen (hidden from view) jostle for control of the puck with four Strathroy Rockets following a third-period faceoff Thursday, Nov. 6 at Heinz Arena. The Flyers held on for a 2-1 regulation victory. (Sunphoto)

The Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 Colour Guard is led by bagpiper Mike Hicks during a procession commemorating then upcoming Remembrance Day prior to a Leamington Flyers game at Heinz Arena Thursday, Nov. 6. Representing the Wheatley Legion from left to right are Kellie Adamson, Becky Wallace, Carl Putinta, Brenda Wallace, Robert Wallace and Branch 324 president and Deputy Zone Commander Bill Robertson. (Sun photo)

The Wheatley Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 Colour Guard is led by bagpiper Mike Hicks during a procession commemorating the upcoming Remembrance Day prior to a Leamington Flyers game at Heinz Arena Thursday, Nov. 6. Representing the Wheatley Legion from left to right are Kellie Adamson, Becky Wallace, Carl Putinta, Brenda Wallace, Robert Wallace and Branch 324 president and Deputy Zone A2 Commander Bill Robertson. (Sun photo)

Novice AE in Blades of Steel

On the weekend of Nov. 1-2 the Scotia Bank Southpoint Capitals Novice AE took part in the Blades of Steel Novice Championship Tournament in Blenheim.

The first game for the Caps was on Saturday against the Petrolia Oilers. The Capitals came out skating hard and moving the puck well.

The Caps worked great together with Abbey Mazzella and Matteo Pereira on offence. Superior defense was played by Megan Derbyshire and Evan Tavares. Caps forward Nicholas Mastromatteo was able to get the puck from behind the opponent’s net and beat the Oilers goalie, scoring for the Caps.

The Petrolia Oilers took the win. Nicholas Mastromatteo was named the second star of the game.

In the second game of the day, the Southpoint Capitals tangled with the West Lorne Comets. This was a very physical match in which the Comets got out to an early lead and kept the pressure on until the final buzzer.

Caps Max Yousseff and Kaleb Jardim blocked several shots as they stepped up defensively. Tyler Franklin and Chase Simpson worked hard on offence while forward Mateo Santos earned a breakaway goal after picking up the puck behind the West Lorne defense and outskating them to the net.

Jack Thomas was solid between the pipes and was named the second star of the game. Mateo Santos was named the first star of the game.

West Lorne Comets took the win.

On Sunday the Capitals played the host team, South Kent Lightning. The Caps worked hard and out-muscled and out-

played their opponent.

Luca Rino had a great wrist shot that went in short side to start the scoring for the Caps. Owen Pimentel and Nathan Omar exploded offensively. Luca Rino was on fire as he scored a second goal with an assist from Hayden Epplett.

Nicholas Mastromatteo hit a low shot past the Lightning’s goalie ending the game in a tie.

Luca Rino was named first star of the game, with teammate Nathan Omar third star of the game.

Sharks slip to .500

By Bryan Jessop

Reoccurring mistakes made for a frustrating weekend for the Wheatley Sharks, who were outscored 9-1 in a pair of contests against the Lakeshore Canadiens and Blenheim Blades.

After suffering their first shutout loss of 2014-15 — a 5-0 decision Friday, Nov. 7 in Lakeshore — the Sharks returned home where more of the same errors allowed their fellow Chatham-Kent neighbours to return home with a 4-1 victory.

The Saturday, Nov. 8 match-up at Wheatley Area Arena was peppered with turnovers, giveaways and bad passing committed by the home team. The visiting Blades proved more than willing to take advantage of critical errors, who allowed the Sharks to set up most of their goals. Only one of Blenheim’s four shots to beat former teammate Adam Leboeuf was preceded by passes from fellow Blades.

“We’ve got the same defensive mistakes costing us game in, game out,” said Sharks head coach Ken Galerno following the loss to Blenheim. “It’s been the same thing over and over again.”

With a few more weeks remaining before the OHA’s Junior C deadline for final roster adjustments, Galerno was clear on the course of action his team is planning to take.

“It looks like the only way to solve the problem is with personnel changes,” he explained. “We’ve still got time to

make some moves.”

Scoring in Saturday’s game began when a clearing attempt off the boards landed on the stick of Blenheim’s Derek Muzzatti, who proceeded to rush in toward the Sharks’ net and send a wrist shot into the top right corner past Leboeuf. The tally was the only one scored during the penalty-free stanza, where the Blades outshot their hosts 14-8.

Muzzatti struck again with the game winner 50 seconds into the second period, sending an icelevel shot into the right corner of the Wheatley net, just beyond the outstretched pad of Leboeuf. Teammates Tyler Boughner and Dylan Muzzatti drew the only assists of the night.

The pacifistic nature of the opening period came to a grinding halt in the second with a barrage of roughing and stick-related infractions committed by both teams. The Sharks successfully killed off a five-on-three disadvantage that ran more than a minute and a half and later another of just under a minute in duration. Both teams wound up zero-forsix on the power play, although the Sharks missed out on a seventh opportunity when the Blades got away with deploying five skaters for several sec-

onds while serving a minor penalty.

Inflicting all the damage necessary for the win came in the second frame. Following Muzzatti’s second of the night, Bryan Boersma offered the first insurance goal after a giveway that allowed him to bury a quick wrist shot. WIth just under five minutes on the clock, Justin Baker swept across the Sharks’ crease and released an ice-level shot from point blank range.

The Blades fired 17 shots at Leboeuf during the middle 20 minutes while Wheatley hit the net nine times.

The Sharks continued to press for their first goal in the third and finally spoiled Klinton Kenny’s shutout bid when Calyn Kir bounced the puck off the opposing netminder and over the goal line while he was falling to the ice. The goal was the Leamington native’s seventh of the season, Only team captain Jimmy Ciacelli has scored more, totaling 11.

Hunter Corp potted the game winner for Lakeshore 40 seconds into Friday’s game, with JJ Percy making it 2-0 at the first intermission. Percy, Luke Sanko and Bedard scored the remaining Canadiens’ markers. Conner MacKinnon stopped 31 of 36 while John Jeffries earned the shutout by stopping all 28 Wheatley shots.

The Sharks were zero for four on the power play while the Canadiens went one for three.

Wheatley’s next home game will be played Saturday, Nov. 15 against the Wallaceburg Lakers with a 7 p.m. opening faceoff. The Sharks will then head to Blenheim for a 7:15 p.m. contest against the Blades Sunday, Nov. 16.

Above: Shawn Hope — a former Blade — goes airborne to avoid a hip check from Dylan Muzzatti while Blenheim’s Ben Pataki also joins the chase during the second period of a Saturday, Nov. 8 match at Wheatley Area Arena. The Blades won 4-1.

Left: Frankie Ciacelli of the Sharks looks to the front of the Blades net for a teammate to take a pass while being chased by Tyler Boughner of Blenheim during a game at Wheatley Area Arena.

Southpoint Capitals Novice AE’s Luca Rino takes the puck from the Petrolia Oilers.

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Kitchens, Bathrooms, Additions, Decks, Fences, Electrical Plumbing 226-346-3704

m8tter@gmail.com

Owner: Matt Laliberte

KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $12.00 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $10.00. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. Brunch every 2nd Sunday of the month 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Senior Dances every 3rd Sunday of the month. 519-733-5162 (office) or 519-733-9081 (bar). oc29-tf

THE COUNTY CLASSIC Chorale presents "A Classic Christmas" on Saturday, November 29 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, November 30 at 3:00 p.m. Epworth United Church, 56 Division Street South, Kingsville. Adults $12, Students $6. Advanced tickets available at Thomson Pharmacy and Wharram's Jewellery in Leamington, Box Office Video in Kingsville, and from Chorale members. no12-26

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CHILI LUNCHEON -HOW about a nice hot bowl of chili? Friday, November 14 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie Street South, Leamington. 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Adults $8, children $3. Includes dessert & beverage. Take out available. For more information call 519-3261761. no5-12 SOUP'N SALAD LUNCHEON- Wednesday, November 26 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ( or while supplies last) at the Leamington Portuguese Club, 217 Talbot St. W. New this year - Domino's Pizza along with over 30 different soups, salad bar, coffee, tea, dessert. Advance tickets $8, at the door $10. Available at the Portuguese Club and Leamington and Kingsville Century 21 offices. Contact c21johnwoelk@hotmail.com or call 519-791-2868 for more information, donations, etc. Event is in support of research through the Canadian Cancer Society. no5-19

THE 3RD ANNUAL Windsor Essex Book Expo: Sunday, November 23, 10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. at St Clair College, 201 Riverside Dr. W. (the Old Cleary). Meet 50+ local authors, children’s events, readings, book appraisals - A family festival of fun for all ages! Great Christmas presents, plus get your books autographed by the authors.www.windsoressexauthors.com. no12-19

THE SOLI DEO Gloria Singers invite you to their Fall Concert, “Sing Praise!” to be performed at UMEI, 614 Mersea Rd 6, just west of Hwy. 77, north of Leamington on Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. and at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. on Sunday, November 23 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets cost $12 for adults and $6 for students in advance and $15 and $7 at the door, available at Mennonite Savings and Credit Union, choir members, and UMEI. Call UMEI at 519 326 7448 for more info. no12-19

SOUTHPOINT SUN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, LICENSED TECHNICIANS IN ALL FIELDS

Immediate positions available. Benefits and pension. Must forward resume with references, school transcript and MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) to:

Mail or Drop-off:

238 Talbot Street W. Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca Fax: 519-326-3632

General Greenhouse Labour

Full-time position available immediately Hourly wage $11.00 35 - 40 hours per week / occasional Saturday Experience with Health & Safety (WSPS) an asset

Mail resume to: 263 Talbot St.W. Leamington, ON N8H 4H3 OR E-mail resume to: cf@cfgroups.com OR Fax resume to: 519-322-2916

FULL TIME NIGHT AUDITOR

Immediate Opening

Must be available weekends and holidays. Please bring resume to Pelee Motor Inn soon to be Best Western Plus Leamington 566 Bevel Line Road or email to: guestservicesupervisor@gmail.com

NOTICE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

GREENHOUSE FARM

LABOURER wanted. Wages $11/hour. Minimum 40+ hours Monday through Saturday. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates 50 lbs., working in hot conditions. Drop off or send resume to: Mastr Veggies / Mastr Grow Farms, 453 Seacliffe Drive West, Leamington, Ontario N8H 4C9. no5-12

PINNACLE ACRES

REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.00/hr, 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday and Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd. 18 Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via: email pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com or fax: 519-326-9253. No experience or education required.

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PYRAMID FARMS IS looking to hire 10 full-time greenhouse workers. Full time position $11.00/hour with no benefits, minimum 40+ hours 7 days/week. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Repetitive task, physically demanding, standing for extended periods. Heavy Lifting. Please fax resume to 519-326-3027. no12-19

TAKE NOTICE that Council Orientation will be held on the following dates:

Tuesday, November 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Wednesday, December 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Kingsville Recreation Complex, Room B 1741 Jasperson Lane, Kingsville

Pursuant to the subsection 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, these meetings will be held in Closed Session for the purpose of educating or training the members and there shall be no discussion or dealing with any matter in a way that materially advances the business or decision-making of the council.

PRESTEVE FOODS

LIMITED needs permanent fish cutters. Experienced fish cutters are paid by piece work. Willing to train new workers. Initially minimum wage. After completion of 60 work days, salary increases to $14.10 + benefits until worker can make significantly more through piece work. Position requires ability to filet fish at a fast pace. Application can be dropped off at 20954 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario or send by e-mail to info@prestevefoods.com. no12-de3

DRIVERS WANTEDREEFER experience a must. Call 519-322-8668. oc22-no12

STURGEON WOODS RVis looking for a full time or part time salesperson. Fax resume to 519-326-6567. no12-tf

FULL TIME/PART TIME SERVERS Immediate Openings

Must be available weekends and holidays. Please bring resume to Pelee Motor Inn soon to be Best Western Plus Leamington 566 Bevel Line Road or email to: guestservicesupervisor@gmail.com

Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. The wage rate is $11.00 for 44.0 hours per week. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment. No education or experience is required. Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305 www.kingsville.ca kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR LAY APPOINTMENT TO ESSEX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville is accepting applications for a lay representative to serve on the Essex County Library Board (the “Board”). The Board is composed of seven members; four (4) being members of County Council, with the remaining three (3) being lay appointees. Kingsville Council will review Applications received and nominate a lay appointee.

Nominations received from the local municipalities are then reviewed by the Essex County Council Striking Committee, who makes final recommendations for the Board appointees to County Council for approval. Board positions are for four years, concurrent with the term of Municipal Council.

A lay appointee may also be member of Council. The appointee must be a resident or owner/tenant of land in Essex County; a Canadian citizen; at least 18 years old; not be prohibited from voting in a municipal election and not be an employee of the County of Essex or Essex County Library Board

The Board acts as a conduit with the community for the exchange of information and value and provides governance and leadership to assist the Chief Librarian and staff.

An Application Form and Background Information for Library Board Applicants is available upon request of the Clerk. Applications are also available in the Library Branches. Please forward your application to the undersigned no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2014.

DATED at Kingsville, Ontario this 5th day of November, 2014. Ruth Orton,