Council approves two business expansions in Leamington
Jose’s is growing
Monday night Municipal Council received a report recommending entering into a site plan agreement so that Jose’s Noodle Factory can move to a new location to the east and expand. The only concern expressed by Municipal Council came from Councillor MacDonald who wanted to know why the site plan would have fifteen parking spaces fewer than the zoning by-law requires. When it was explained that parking was expanding from the current 65 spaces to 90 at the new location, however, the matter was acceptable and council voted to enter into the agreement.
Mall expansion
Municipal Council voted to enter into a site plan agreement to allow the construction of a commercial building at the corner of Seacliff and Cherry Lane. This construction is phase two of the development that is already there: Shoeless Joe’s and the Great Canadian Oil Change buildings.
The one (and only) item that caused debate was the timing of the construction of a 900 foot wooden privacy fence along the southern boundary of the property. Originally scheduled for completion by the end of October, its completion will be permitted to be delayed until June of next year because of engineering concerns. (There is no argument that it will be built, the question was merely one of timing.)
Triathlete group attracting interest
By Bryan Jessop
A group of Leamington athletes who recently returned from the World Triathlon Championships in London, England are capturing the attention of their friends and neighbours.
Eleven triathletes hailing from the tomato capital represented Canada during the annual international competition in England, where they fared well among more than 8,000 competitors making the journey from 70 countries around the world. Ninetyfive per cent of the local entries had Top 50 finishes in their respective age/gender categories.
The only stroke of bad luck came at the expense of Dave Campbell, who was unable to finish the 65- to 69-year-old men’s event because of a tire that went flat during the cycling segment of the event.
“When you’ve been racing for 25 years, things like that are bound to happen,” Campbell said. “A lot of people say I must have been really upset to travel that far and then have something like that happen. We all had a great time.”
Leamington’s representation of 11 athletes was the highest percentage of any community among the 350 participating Canadians. Andrew Brigden and Jennifer Fox were among those who ran both versions of the triathlon — the sprint on Friday, Sept. 13 and the Olympic or ‘standard’ race on Sunday, Sept. 15. The sprint event includes a 750m swim, 20km bike and five-kilometre run. Olympic/standard distances are doubled for each segment. The races took place along the 2012 Summer Olympic route
in London’s Hyde Park. Weather conditions were less than ideal, with a heavy rain storm on Friday morning and water temperatures of 14ºC greeting swimmers, followed by 11ºC air temperatures once they emerged from the water and onto their bicycles.
Leamington swimmers, cyclists and runners included Campbell and Bill Folliott in the 65- to 69-year-old men’s group, Sheri Mazzella in the 40- to 44-yearold women’s group, Linda Penner, Pauline Kniaziew and Liz Campbell in the 60to 64-year-old women’s category, Richard Kniaziew in the 60- to 64-year-old men’s group, Brigden in the 25- to 29-year-old class, Fox in the 35- to 39-year-old category, Natalie Morse among 30to 34-year-old women and Emilie Potvin in the 20- to 24-year-old women’s division.
“They’re a great bunch of
people,” said Dave Campbell. “They did a fantastic job. A lot of them would have won any race in Ontario and ended up in 50th. They represented Leamington really well. A lot of them learned a lot and are going back.”
In mid August, the Campbells and Brad Reiter travelled to Ottawa to take part in the annual World Duathlon Championships, where in their respective categories, Reiter finished fifth, Liz seventh and Dave 10th. Although Dave explained that it’s unlikely any from the Leamington group will take part in next year’s world duathlons in Spain, four have already qualified for next year’s world triathlons in Edmonton.
Several Leamington-area athletes from the group were excited to discover that the 2015 World Triathlon Championships will be held in Chicago.
“Chicago’s very accessible for a lot of us,” said Dave. “Some have decided to start training for it.”
The local athletes train and prepare for competition as members of a group known as the LKW (Leamington, Kingsville, Wheatley) Running Club. The group meets at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex to swim together, schedules two runs per week and cycles when weather permits.
“We’ve got people calling us asking ‘when can we train with you?’” Dave explained. “We encourage people to join us and get ready for 2015 in Chicago.”
For information on the group and the announcement of training dates and locations, visit the LKW Running Club Facebook page.
Leamington-area triathletes posed for photos near the statue of Lord Albert in London, England during the 2013 World Triathlon Championships. In front, from left are, Liz Campbell, Richard Kniaziew, Pauline Kniaziew, Bridget Taylor and Martin Denonville. Second row: Cathy McKibbon and Laura Doherty. Third row: Natalie Morse, Bill Folliot, Linda Penner, Andrew Vendrasco, Andrew Brigden. Back row: Jenn Fox and David Campbell. Absent was Sherri Mazzella. (Photo Submitted)
Local hairdresser earns platinum award
By Bryan Jessop
A Leamington wizard with the scissors has been honoured by his peers for his decades of dedication as a master judge in hairdressing.
Merv Knight, who owns and operates Hair Traffic along with his wife Susie, was one of less than half a dozen to be granted the platinum award during a Sunday, Sept. 22 Hair Arts and Sciences of Canada conference in Toronto. The awards were given through the Allied Beauty Association for Knight’s commitment to 35 years of judging, including several international competitions.
Most recently, Knight has judged worldwide events in Paris (2010) and last year in Milan, Italy and London, England. Currently on the Judges Panel of Canada, Knight has also been invited to judge an international event in Frankfurt, Germany in the autumn of next year. Global competitions typically include thousands of competitors and total attendance figures averaging 70,000 people. Participants spend the previous year preparing for such competitions, practicing on mannequins. Knight and his judging cohorts tabulate scores on not only hair, but also make-up and clothes.
“You judge everything,” Knight explained. “It’s a total look.”
National teams of four — three hairdressers and one backup in case of illness — can compete in any of various categories, each completing entries that must all be identical.
“One hair out of place could equal disqualification,” Knight said. “The competitions are amazing. People come from places I’ve never even heard of. It’s like the Olympics for hair.”
Knight has judged hundreds of events in total, including several in the United States and Canadian competitions in Toronto, Kitchener and a few as local as Windsor and Lon-
don, Ont. He noted that it takes several years to learn how to judge, beginning with classes, training and eventually the opportunity to judge competitions where given scores are assessed by more experienced and accomplished judges. Through this process, aspiring judges must reach silver and then gold status.
As is the case with most, Knight was encouraged to become a judge after several years of competition. Knight began competing in the 1960s while working for a Windsorbased employer. He traveled through the United States in competitions along with trainer and boss Ezio Tambarini and eventually to the World Championships in New York City. Knight won numerous events including an international competition in Detroit before he started judging approximately 35 years ago.
Knight has run his Leamington-based business for the past 51 years in four different locations — two on Erie Street and two on Talbot Street, including his current location at 104 Talbot West. His business went by the name Modern Hair Styles in the 1960s, but the name was changed to Hair Traffic because of its proximity to a bus depot while located on Erie Street. The Knights have been at their current location for the past 20 years and also have Merv’s sister Charlene Wilkinson aboard as a nail technician. In addition to maintaining a lengthy client list, Knight also creates wigs for cancer patients.
Knight now has multiple generations of regular customers, including a 95-year-old woman from Wheatley who has been a client for 50 years.
“There are two or three who come here despite their own kids being hairdressers,” Knight said with a laugh.
After completing high school, Knight set his sights on a job at H.J. Heinz, which wasn’t hiring at the time. He took on a job in a tobacco field, during which time his friend Steve Kuli — a hairdresser — asked him what he intended to pursue as a career.
“I thought about going to barber school, but Steve said ‘no, you’re too artistic,’” Knight explained.
Knight spent about three weeks taking hairdressing courses before taking on a part time job at the Windsor Century Department Store.
The lifelong Leamington resident also spent several years training, sending him to a dozen countries that include Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. In his travels as a judge, Knight has met several notable figures in the industry, including the world’s most accomplished trainer Joakin Roos of Sweden, a keynote speaker at the recent Toronto gathering.
Merv and Susie also traveled internationally as competitive ballroom dancers, making journeys to countries including Italy and Peru. They won 16 trophies before no longer being able to find the time to compete, although they’re still involved with the pastime as a means of exercising.
For more information on Hair Traffic contact 519326-3151.
Stolen equipment
The OPP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a piece of equipment stolen from a construction site sometime between Friday, September 27 and Monday, September 30.
The construction site was located at 5130 Essex County Road 9 in Tecumseh. The item in question is described as a 48-inch rail fork and frame, black and steel in colour and weighing approximately 400 pounds. It is valued at $4,500 and has “El Mara Construction” stamped into the equipment.
Police are asking anyone with information regarding the theft of this item to contact the Essex County OPP Street Crimes Unit at 519-7232491 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Merv Knight, owner of Leamington’s Hair Traffic, won the platinum award for his 35 years of judging.
Bartel Machine celebrates 30 years
By Bryan Jessop
A local, family-operated success story has become three decades in the making.
Bartell Machine celebrated 30 years with an open house to its customers and supporters Friday, Sept. 27 in an event that included complimentary lunch and ongoing demonstrations throughout its three main machining bays. While one lathe cut aluminum wine bottle stoppers as keepsakes for guests, a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine was programmed to go through the motions of creating a connecting rod for an automotive application.
“We’ve got quite a broad cross section of customers, including medical,” said Bartell Machine founder Ron Bartell.
The business, located at 228 Talbot St. West in Leamington, was launched in 1983 with humble beginnings. Bartel rented out a single bay to run the facility, which began the same year Bartel’s son Steve was born. Steve is now an integral part of the business. Following an appreciation lunch and an explanation of Bartel Machine’s past from his father, Steve addressed the crowd of guests to describe the business’s future.
Ron first saw the opportunity to start his own business after being laid off as a tool and dye worker in Windsor in 1982. Starting with the family car, a borrowed trailer and the single bay, the business eventually expanded to a second and third bay before Bartel purchased the property and its structures.
Today, Bartel Machine produces parts for companies as local as H.J. Heinz to auto parts for NASCAR’s Hendricks Motorsports. The business employs eight workers, who take on projects in two primary categories — projects that include the innovation and creation of various new products and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) where existing products are improved and/or repaired.
“It’s a constant state of evolution,” said Steve. “Over the next 30 years, our facility and our technology will continue to evolve steadily. In the past two years, we’ve created some of the most complex and comprehensive solutions in our 30-year history.”
For the autumn of 2014,
Bartel Machine is expected to undergo a remodeling to accommodate more space for machine building and testing. The long term goal will be to create a more efficient work space and to expand capacity.
For more information on the company, visit the website www.bartelmachine. com.
Bartel Machine employee Chris Hamm shuts the doors on a lathe during a demonstration at Bartel Machine, a local business that celebrated its 30th anniversary with an open house Friday, Sept. 27.
Steve Bartel discusses the future of Bartel Machine during the local company’s 30th anniversary open house, held Friday, Sept. 27. (SUN Photos)
Bartel Machine owner Ron Bartel addresses a crowd of about 150 guests during the business’s 30th anniversary open house, held on site Friday, Sept. 27.
Your Secret Recipe
It’s that time of the year when I really enjoy comfort foods. Soups, stews, breads and roasted meats covered in root vegetables. What makes these great dishes? They are a combination of wonderfully healthy ingredients.
SHANNON MATHESON
Lifestyles...
I’m in the midst of my life and let’s face it, if I live to be ninety-six, I’m half way there. Life is like a nutritious stew; it takes good ingredients, time to simmer, plus family and lots of friends to share it with.
woman? Why doesn’t this surprise me? Who else would make him the chicken soup to feed his soul?
My girlfriends have been and continue to be wonderful additions to my life and during different stages have definitely helped to add flavour to it. They are the ones I want to share the good times with and when times aren’t that great, they are the ones that I turn to. Recently, I learned about a university study about the mind-body connection. Did you know that one of the best things a man can do for his health is to be married to a
You may think that a man has the same effect on a women’s life, but in fact it is her girlfriends that help her deal with stress. They help each other get through difficult life experiences because they connect in a different way. Guys tend to build relationships through activities. Hanging out with your friends is just as beneficial for you as exercise, so do it guilt free!
So I’ve got my friends in my stew and now I am adding my comfy clothing; all the things I feel good in consequently look good on me. You look different when you feel good and people notice. When I am feel my best, I smile more and it’s catchy!
I’m going to add my voice to this concoction that I am simmering. This voice
is the one inside me, not the one in my head but the one in my heart. I wish I’d known about listening to this voice a long time ago, but ‘better late than never.’ Finally, I’m feeling that if I listen carefully, it will direct me to where I should go. Gratefulness and love are the special ingredients. Sometimes it is difficult to be grateful when it seems that everything is going wrong. There are many more good things going on in my life if I choose to see them, they reward me. Love is ‘that’ thing. Just the pinch that makes everything else come together. If you find yourself finding fault in everything and everyone maybe change the verb. “I love my job, I love my town, I love food and love my pets. Now I just have to work at loving the things that aren’t as easy to love!”
If we all tried to do that and talked about it a bit more, wouldn’t it be a breath of fresh air? Dish it up!
You’ll put your eye out!
I was having a conversation with some hockey mates last week and talk turned to firecrackers. No, I’m not speaking of the stuff they pass off as fireworks today, but the ones that went “boom” when we were kids. Someone mentioned ladyfingers and I remember those tiny red miniature sticks of dynamite packed quite a wallop. I think they came 100 or 200 to a package and the wicks were all woven together to form one giant wick. We enjoyed lighting the whole package and watching them go off like a machine gun. Of course, that meant your fun was over pretty fast. I don’t remember what year they were outlawed in Ontario, but I was still fairly young. I believe you can still get ‘firecrackers’ in the U.S. to this day.
Most schools now have ‘Orange and Black’ day or ‘Spirit Day’ because they don’t want to offend someone who doesn’t celebrate Halloween. What a shame. Really.
My favourites were yellow and black checkered and they always seemed a little bit stronger than the regular red ones or the ladyfingers. We put them in pop bottles, milk bottles, anything we could think of to make the explosion that much more spectacular. Of course, like any other kid of the day, I had the privilege of having one or two go off in my hand. It wasn’t a pleasant experience, but I don’t remember any of us ever losing a finger. I remember the smell of gunpowder more than anything and the sharp ringing in your ears if you were too close. The ones that didn’t go off were known as ‘duds’ and someone figured out a way to get the most out of the duds by breaking the firecracker in half and lighting the broken piece so it would shoot a stream of sparks out of it. The sparklers of today just don’t measure up.
That gunpowder smell was also present in the paper caps for cap guns. I think what they make nowadays is plastic, but the paper ones that were on a roll were popular back then. If you didn’t have a cap gun, you could always make the cap go off by hitting it with a sharp object. Fun times.
The politically correct don’t like toy guns, or caps or firecrackers. They just may turn little Johnny into a serial killer. Yep, those old traditions that we saw as kids are pretty much gone, along with a lot of other things we experienced.
The annual Halloween parade at school was the highlight of our fall season. We would all dress up and go classto-class, where everyone could get a look at your costume. Even the teachers dressed up and they brought candy. Some even gave out popcorn balls or homemade candy apples. You don’t see those anymore. It’s too easy to slip a razor blade into them. Of course, we shouldn’t be surprised by the new Halloween names, considering even Christmas has been renamed ‘the holidays’.
No, you can’t say Merry Christmas anymore. It has to be Happy Holidays. What happened to the Christmas concerts? They are now known as Holiday Recitals. A Christmas tree is a ‘holiday tree’.
Back in my day, when the snow was piled to the telephone poles and we walked barefoot to school three miles both ways, backwards, every girl wanted a Barbie doll and every boy wanted a BB gun for Christmas. It seemed like a rite of passage once you reached double digits. I wonder how many BB guns they actually sell nowadays and how many permits and safety classes are required before you purchase one.
Yes, times have changed, and as I am reminded on a regular basis, I likely live too much in the past, but sometimes, we like to hang on to those rich childhood memories, no matter what we possess in worldly belongings. And without those memories, we really don’t have anything, do we?
MARK RIBBLE
Red tailed hawk by Randy Holland. www.randysnaturephotography.com
LAC presents Far Out Show and Pictures from the Garden of Eden
This October at the Leamington Arts Centre (LAC) we open with and challenge the conventions of perfection with the 3rd annual Far Out Show. The exhibition’s focus is to highlight and showcase those offbeat, avant-garde, radical and/or extreme works of art that make us all think outside the box and push the limits of expressionism in contemporary art.
This group show includes works from amateur and professional visual artists in all mediums, both 2D and 3D. The entries include everything non-traditional, so you won’t see any photo-realistic acrylics or oils of sunsets and landscapes or photography wildlife. What you will see, however, is a collection of works that push the limits of the imagination for both the artist and the viewer.
The creative and far-out pieces in this show are the abstract, bizarre, comical, surreal, experimental, kitsch and the sublime. So if you appreciate the works of masters like Picasso, VanGogh, Salvador Dali, Goya, Francis Bacon, or more recent like Kandinsky, Rothko, Jackson Pollock, Barnett Newman, Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons, and the list of modern abstract expressionist goes on, then this show is for you! The exhibit was installed Tues. Oct. 1 and will run until Nov. 2.
And while you’re considering and attempting to wrap your thoughts around the works of the Far Out Show, you will also find “Pictures from the Garden of Eden” - colourful photographs taken from nature, blissful and challenging in this highly anticipated exhibit by Sudbury artist Douglas Bornn.
The process to this exhibition began over a year ago, when local artist and retired art teacher, John Haynes, introduced me to the works of Douglas Bornn. We spend approximately an hour (maybe two) reviewing his extensive and impassioned portfolio of wondrous and engaging
In the back yard...
photographic images. It was immediately apparent after our first meeting that Douglas had a very keen and poignant eye for his surroundings. We reviewed nearly a hundred of 13”x19” photographic images as Douglas spoke ardently and tirelessly about each one. Some brought a smile, others made me sigh, but all made me ponder to something more.
“My Garden of Eden is the area in and around Sudbury, Ontario – not the first locale that might come to mind when one thinks of an Eden. Indeed, American astronauts came to Sudbury before one of their historic missions because of some perceived similarity between our landscape and that of the moon. Well, maybe – from a certain angle. However, I believe our whole world is a Garden of Eden (even the lunar regions) if one has only the eyes to see the beauty and the sensibility to appreciate it.
“A quick look into the pages of National Geographic Magazine will reveal many amazing sights from way-overthere but I don’t think we have to run to the far-flung corners of our world to encounter its wonders. They are all around us, both in the large and the small. I don’t look for the big mountainous image, the Ansel Adams picture, because quite frankly, we don’t have it. So, a walk in the bush or a stroll through a friend’s overgrown garden (or even one that is well cultivated) can provide me with the same sense of wonder and delight in the natural world. And sometimes I discover sights that are amazing to me and move me to want to capture that amazement through by photographs. Other times I just explore with my camera and the amazement comes afterwards as I sit at my computer looking at what I’ve found.
“I have to confess that I do this for purely personal reasons. I’m not on any mission nor do I believe that I have been given any special gift of understanding, although I like to think I sometimes do see the world’s beauty in a unique way.
Winterizing the Garden
Winterizing your landscape is as important as closing the pool and preparing your home for the harsh winter.
Preparing the garden for winter is also a good time to get rid of dead plants, unusable tools, garden furniture beyond repair and large items such as tree branches and other garden debris that will harbor disease and rodents. Even though composting and recycling is the best thing to do, unfortunately from time to time the garbage dumpster is necessary.
Direct sunlight during the winter days can cause damage to thin-barked trees and perennials. Other winter hazards are common such as heavy snow and ice, drying and animal feeding damage. Wrapping the trunks with commercial tree wrap and covering perennials with ample mulch will help to provide additional protection. Frost will heave the soil upwards exposing shallow roots causing damage such as strawberries or young plants.
In most cases 2-6 inches of mulch or bark chips will provide the protection needed. To prevent damage from road salt over spray, heavy ice and snow load, support the plants by wrapping or bundling the stems together using burlap, chicken wire or cord. It is best not to use plastic or heavy canvas as these materials do not allow air circulation causing the plant to overheat and dry out during sunny days.
For best results before the winter freeze, make sure the soil has ample moisture. Water thoroughly every 7-10 days if fall rains are not sufficient. This will allow the dormant plant to stay healthy during the winter blast of cold temperatures. Evergreens are susceptible to drying out during low temperatures and wind. Once the ground is frozen,
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the plant roots are not able to absorb moisture, resulting in drying buds and branches. Sunny windy conditions cause water loss more rapidly, further aggravating the situation.
Excessive low temperatures are uncontrollable, but you can be sure to choose the proper landscape material by its hardiness in your individual site condition.
Mulching is not necessary for all the garden plants, but the main benefit of winter cover is to protect against the temperature fluctuations in the soil and preventing the cold from harming the plant roots.
artist’s only concern is to shoot for some kind of perfection, and on
his own terms, not anyone else’s.” – J.D. Salinger
I do it for the simple pleasure of the doing; I like to take photographs. That said, I hope that others can also derive some pleasure from my photos and perhaps come away with a glimpse of the Sudbury region that defies the stereotypical view.” - Douglas Borrn
And, a little side note: something else we’ve been working on at the LAC is A Signature Christmas Indoor Artist Market. This unique event will turn the entire gallery into a large gift shop with a wide variety of arts and crafts displays to start off your Christmas shopping early. So stop in at the LAC, 72 Talbot St. W., Thursday through Sunday from Nov. to Dec. 1 to find that one-of-a-kind, unique and hand-made gift for that someone special, and help support local artists. This Christmas, Give the Give of Art!
CHAD RILEY Gallery Crawl
BILL PLUMB
Apple picking fun at Thiessen’s
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Leamington Legion News
By Pat Simpson
On October 26 Branch 84 of the Royal Canadian Legion will be hosting an evening of music by Wayne Jessop. He will be playing from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. and plays a mix of old country and old time rock and roll. This will be a Halloween Party and there will be prizes for the best costume. Costumes are optional, so don’t let that keep you home and miss out on the fun. There is no charge, so please come out and enjoy the evening.
The next Seniors Dinner will be held on Wednesday, November 13 and it will be ham and all the trimmings for $8 per person. The tickets for the December Seniors turkey dinner with all the trimmings will go on sale at the November Seniors Dinner. Mark your calendars. This is open to all seniors.
Winners of Friday night fun darts on October 4 were Carole Belleperche and Richard Howe with Debbie Ouellette and Tim Moore taking second place. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun on Friday evenings.
Senior Kindergarten students from D.M. Eagle Public School Emma Hobbs, left, and Danica Leslie from Lakeshore were having fun on their class trip to Thiessen Apple Farm where they collected a bag of apples from the orchard.
(SUN Photos)
Kingston Charlebois spent
birthday (October 2) at Thiessen Apple Farm. Kingston and
parents Carly and Matthew enjoyed playing in Farmer Pete’s Fun Acre. Kingston enjoyed sitting behind the wheel of a real tractor.
One man in custody following robbery in Leamington
Leamington O.P.P. responded to a robbery in progress on Sunday, October 6 at an apartment complex in the 100 block of Talbot Road East in the Municipality of Leamington. Police arrived on scene and found that two Leamington men, both known to police, had assaulted and robbed a 20-year-old Toronto man staying inside one of the apartments.
A short time later one of the suspects was located a short distance away from the apartment complex and after a short foot pursuit he was taken into custody without incident.
Property taken from the victim during the robbery was found to be in his possession. The second party involved in this robbery is still outstanding and police have issued a warrant for his arrest. As a result of this robbery the victim received non-life-threatening injuries to his hands and face requiring medical attention. The investigation is ongoing.
Persons having information in regards to this incident are asked to contact the Leamington O.P.P. at 519-326-2544 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS.
Leamington Tomato Pageant Girls help to Make A Wish come
Thursday, August 29th, 2013 was a night to remember for the Leamington Tomato Festival Pageant ladies. They took off their tiaras, rolled up their sleeves and set out to try and make a difference in their community by organizing a “Back to School Bash” for grades 5 to 8 students.
Pageant contestant, Mara Ondejko put her professional talents to great use as the DJ for the evening at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex dance. Jessica Epp, Ashley Clifford, Jade Parent, Nicole Ricci, Vanessa Vreman, Eva Wiebe as well as many friend and parent volunteers worked hard to make this charity event a success. With the help of the community who sent their students to the dance, the generosity of the corporate sponsors (DVD Farms, Dan McGuire of Hubb International, Vern Tiessen Financial, Ron Janzen Farm Equipment, and BDO of Harrow) and a surprise donation from Miss Jessica DeSantis who brought her yard sale money to add to the total, the funds reached $1,688.71!
The funds raised will be split between the Make A Wish Foundation of Southwestern Ontario and Leamington’s new Hospice program. Although the pageant was a wonderful and rewarding experience for these ladies, the best reward was being able to “pay it forward”…. it’s truly amazing what a little “girl power” can do to make a difference in the world!
Make A Wish Foundation of Southwestern Ontario representative Lisa Mastronardi informed the girls that the money will be going towards a wish for 11-year-old Kelsey who has bone cancer and her wish is to go to Disney World.
the building.
Jessica Epp, left, Miss Leamington Tomato Festival Queen 2013 and Eva Wiebe, Miss Photogetic, right, presented a cheque for $688.71 to Make a Wish Foundation representative Lisa Mastronardi, centre. (SUN Photo)
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ANSWERS ON PAGE 30
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, patience is a virtue you possess, and you must make the most of your patient nature this week. Keep this in mind when dealing with family and coworkers.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, keep things in perspective and you will have your cake and eat it, too. You can coolly handle tough situations, and that ability serves you well this week.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
Your imagination is working overtime this week, Gemini. Channel that creative energy and get started on a project you have long been considering.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, you will be very content for the next few weeks. Enjoy these good times and invite those closest to you to enjoy them as well.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, your heightened sense of focus on a particular task has left you wondering how to proceed in another area of life. You may want to seek the advice of others.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you may be tempted to throw caution to the wind. While that may make for a memorable experience, it may not prove wise over the long haul.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
You could get caught up in a social whirlwind this week, Libra. Keep your feet on the ground or you may be swept away in all of the energy.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Staying connected to your feelings
is empowering, Scorpio. Even if others don't feel exactly the same way that you do, they may go along with plans to make you happy.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, indulgent behavior won't pay off in the long run. Moderation works best, and you'll be glad you didn't overindulge after the fact.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, work and family responsibilities have put you under a lot of pressure recently. You could be in need of a respite, even if that break is brief.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
Aquarius, it's quite possible you will not get much done this week, as you may be too busy encouraging others rather than focusing on your own needs.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Compassion is your speciality, Pisces. Others appreciate your warm nature, so accept their gratitude and affection.
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Leamington man charged with impaired
On October 2 at approximately 10:10 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Leamington received a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver heading eastbound on Seacliff Drive in Leamington.
Officers located the vehicle in question, a white GMC Jimmy, a few minutes later, parked at a variety store at the corner of Seacliff Drive and Erie Street South with the driver asleep behind the wheel.
Officers spoke to the driver who exhibited signs of impairment. He was arrested and charged with Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle While Ability Impaired by Alcohol and Having Care or Control of a Motor Vehicle With Above 80 Milligrams Blood Alcohol Content.
Mark Tehonchuk, 48, of Leamington will appear in a Leamington court on October 31, 2013.
Essex man charged with impaired driving
On Thursday, October 3 at approximately 11:40 p.m., Ontario Provincial Police officers from Essex stopped a vehicle travelling northbound on Essex County Road 13 in Harrow.
The vehicle, a 2002 Ford Windstar, had forced another oncoming vehicle off onto the shoulder and was weaving from shoulder to shoulder.
The driver exhibited signs of impairment and was arrested at the scene.
Mark Ashton, age 36 of Essex, was charged with Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Fail to Provide Breath Sample. He will appear in a Windsor court on October 15, 2013.
House search in Lakeshore
On Thursday, September 26 the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit, assisted by the Essex County OPP Crime Unit and OPP Lakeshore patrol officers, executed a warrant at a residence on Cleophas Drive in Lakeshore.
As a result of the search, three registered firearms, a small quantity of ammunition and cocaine, with a street value of $2,000, were seized.
A 27-year-old man from Lakeshore has been charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.
Lakeshore woman dies in car crash
Ontario Provincial Police have identified 21-year-old Ashley Doucet of Lakeshore as the victim of a two vehicle collision that occurred Friday, October 5 at approx. 2:10 p.m. on County Road 46, near Tilbury Golf Course.
According to witnesses, it appeared that Ms. Doucet, who was travelling west on County Rd. 46, lost control of her vehicle, crossed the centerline and struck an eastbound vehicle sending the two occupants of tto the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Lioness host “Ladies on the Loose”
The Wheatley Lioness hosted is first “Ladies on the Loose” fundraiser at Pelee Island Winery on Friday evening, Sept. 27. The focus was putting fun back into fundraising. Ladies sampled wine, and enjoyed “eats” and desserts – complete with a chocolate fountain. Many participated in the travel, quilt and wine raffles as well as the silent auction. Over 30 auction items were generously donated by local businesses.
The highlight of the evening was the performance by the Petrolia Victoria Playhouse Actors. Four accomplished musicians and singers performed before a soldout audience. Their lively music ended with standing ovations from the crowd.
All monies raised during the evening go to support community programs. The focus of this event was the Lioness-sponsored high school bursary programs for students in Wheatley, Leamington and Tilbury.
Lioness is a long-standing service club supporting several organizations, among them Canadian Diabetes, CNIB, Scouts, Community Living and local food banks. Members meet the first Monday of each month at the Wheatley Legion, 6:30 p.m.
Anyone interested in seeing what Lioness is all about, and perhaps finding new friends, is invited to join the Lioness as a guest at their next dinner meeting. Call Lioness president Andrea Maceyovski at 519-825-7375 or membership chair Nancy Spingthorpe at 519-825-4785. Everyone welcome.
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MUSIC SERIES
THE GORDON LIGHTFOOT TRIBUTE SHOW debuts on Saturday, November 2nd. Come enjoy a highly entertaining selection of Lightfoot's greatest songs from the first 30 years of his songwriting career as we recognize Gordon Lightfoot's 75th birthday. The show features singer/guitarist David Light and the Lightfoot Tribute Band (Wayne Durant on guitar/vocals; Dale Butler on bass/vocals and Stu Campbell on percussion/vocals). Tickets: $12 each at Guardian Drugs and The Lesson Lounge in Leamington, at The Party & Discount Store in Wheatley and at Rebel Cowboy Music in Kingsville.
“CALENDAR GIRLS”
A SUN PARLOUR PLAYERS COMMUNITY THEATRE & THEATRE ENSEMBLE JOINT PRODUCTION
“Calendar Girls”, by Tim Firth, is a show based on the true story of eleven women who posed nude for a calendar to raise money to purchase a sofa for the visitors' lounge in a British hospital. The original calendar sales were so overwhelming that the extra funds raised were given to the Leukemia Research Fund. “Calendar Girls” opened at the Chichester Festival Theatre in September 2008 and has since become the fastest selling play in British theatre history.
Note: There is no on-stage nudity in this show.
This amateur production of “Calendar Girls” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD. and will support THE HOSPICE OF WINDSOR & ESSEX COUNTY.
The Leamington production is scheduled for February 2014 when the newly renovated Bank Theatre re-opens. The Windsor shows take place on November 29, 30 and December 1. Tickets ($25) for the Windsor shows can be ordered by phone (519-326-8805), online (www.banktheatre.com/calendargirls.html) or purchased in person at Juniper Books, located at 1990 Ottawa Street, Windsor (519-258-4111).
LEAMINGTON’S THEATRE HISTORY – PART 2
In 1975, Helen Brown and her brother Ed Hildebrand codirected “Around the World in Eighty Days” as a school fundraiser at UMEI with a cast made up entirely of UMEI alumni. In 1978, Helen began directing major musicals with the immeasurable help of Ed, her husband. Eventually, the UMEI Alumni Players changed their name to The UMEI Community Players since productions involved a cast, crew, and audience from the entire community. Helen directed 30 musicals including “Hello Dolly” – her last, before retiring in 2008.
In 1989, Doug and Patty Kelvin moved to the Leamington area from Toronto, called themselves Brittain Productions and began dinner theatre called “Theatre-on-the-Dock” at the Leamington Dock restaurant until 1991 when they moved to the Pelee Motor Inn. Judy Bateman continued dinner theatre at Theatre-on-the-Dock.
Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre performed many productions at the Pelee Motor Inn as did two locals, the late Terry Ware and Kevin Scott, who called themselves Plaid Jacket Productions. They offered dinner theatre at the Pelee Days Inn until 2008 and SPPCT performed their last adult show at that venue in September of the same year. Since then, other actors from Toronto and elsewhere have continued performing dinner theatre there. (Leamington’s Theatre History completes next week]
Dale Butler and friends performed to a full house at Knox Presbyterian Church on Saturday, October 5 in a tribute to the music of John Denver. Pictured here Dale and his wife Judy Butler sing the popular Denver song, Sunshine On My Shoulders.
Three charged following drug warrant in Leamington
Ontario Provincial Police have arrested and charged two men and one woman following a search at a Leamington residence.
On October 3 police searched a Marlborough St. W. residence and located a small amount of marijuana, powder cocaine, a set of digital scales and a quantity of money.
Charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking are: Curtis Bishop, 33, of Windsor; Randy Getty, 63, of Leamington and Charissa Heredia-Field, 20, of Leamington.
All three have been released from custody and will be appearing in court at a later date.
GECDSB test results
Secondary students in the Greater Essex County District School Board continue to demonstrate a grasp of math and literacy through EQAO (Education Quality Assessment Office) testing.
In the assessments of Math and Literacy, GECDSB students maintained a steady pattern of sustained success over time with their peers around the province.
• 82% of Grade 9 students enrolled in academic mathematics met or achieved the provincial standard.
• 54% of GECDSB Grade 9 students in applied level math achieved level 3 or 4 in the testing conducted in the Spring of 2013.
• 80% of students who wrote the OSSLT (Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test) were successful on their first attempt (written during their Grade 10 year).
The OSSLT is a requirement for graduation. Students who were not successful may take the test again or enroll in the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course.
Offered at 4 schools in Leamington & Kingsville. Ages 18 months - 12 years 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Subsidy available. For details call 519-733-8202 www.discoverychildcareschools.com
Is going Southern Style, with a Country Western theme and heading south to our new venue
Point Pelee National Park 1118 Point Pelee Dr. Leamington, ON N8H 3V4 October 20th, 2013 10:00 a.m. New this year, a 5k timed run
raising $100+ wins a long sleeved t-shirt www.takingsteps.ca and select Leamington 519-254-5116
WECDSB celebrates EQAO secondary test scores
Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board is celebrating improvement in student achievement in applied and academic Grade 9 Math and for the Ontario Literacy Test.
Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics, Academic Course: The percentage of WECDSB students enrolled in the Gr. 9 academic course who achieved the provincial standard (Levels 3 and 4) is 86% (increase of 4%); special education 82% (increase of 11%); English Language Learners 92%, (increase of 20%).
Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics, Applied Course: The percentage of WECDSB students enrolled in the Grade 9 applied course who achieved the provincial standard (Levels 3 and 4) is 54%, (increase of 9); special education 40% (increase of 10%); English Language Learners 66% (increase of 36%).
Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, First-Time Eligible (Fully Participating): The success rate for firsttime eligible students who wrote the test is 87% (increase of 1% - highest success rate over the past five years and exceeded the province by 5%); special education needs is 50% (2% increase); English Language Learners is 68% (6% increase).
The success rate for first-time eligible students - academic English course - is 96%. This is the ninth year that results have been 90% or higher. The success rate for first-time eligible students - applied English course - is 61% (2% increase).
Ten Thousand Villages: what it’s all about
By Carolyn Reid
“Ten Thousand Villages creates opportunities for artisans in developing countries to earn income by bringing their products and stories to our market through long-term, fair trading relationships.” – Ten Thousand Villages (TTV) Mission Statement I’d like to share with you information about Fair Trade as that is what TTV is all about.
What is Fair Trade?: Fair Trade represents a partnership based on dialogue, transparency and respect, which seeks greater equity in international trade. It contributes to sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to, and securing the rights of, marginalized producers and workers in developing countries.
Fair Trade is based on the principle that trade should have a conscience and proves that greater justice in world trade is possible. It highlights the need for change in the rules and practice of conventional trade and shows how a successful business can also put people before profit.
A quote from artisans in Indonesia: “A product is not for sale. It is art with a human touch deep inside.”
How a “fair wage” is determined: TTV buyers talk directly with artisan groups. They also talk with other organizations working in the country to learn how much other people in the community earn i.e. farm workers, construction workers, teachers, etc. It is TTV goal to ensure that an artisan’s basic needs for food, clothing, housing, medical care and children’s education are met.
Determining fair prices: It is critical that artisans have a voice in determining what they believe to be a fair pay. Working directly with artisan groups, prices are arranged that are mutually agreed upon. This dialogue is essential in respecting the dignity of artisans and reinforcing the partnership.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 119:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (1 day only)
Rummage Saleat First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St, Leamington. Lots of good used clothing for adults and children, small household items, toys, books, home decor and more!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 - If you will be alone or will go without, you are invited to a Free Thanksgiving Feast, 4:00 p.m. at The Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican Church), 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Transportation available if needed. Delivery available for shut-ins in Leamington, Wheatley and Kingsville areas. Call the church at 519-326-3111 by October 11 to register.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 - The Pelee Past Questers (an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education) will meet at Ann Mocans, 884 Talbot Rd., Wheatley, 7:00 p.m. Program by author and historian Chris Carter. Guests welcome. For info call Jackie 519326-1361.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 - The Leamington Horticultural Society will hold its monthly general meeting at the Leamington United Church, 7:30 p.m. This month’s speaker will be Sandra Ellinor on the topic of Poisonous Plants –Hallowe’en Special. To attend, you do not have to be a Society member.Guests are welcome and attendance is free. Light refreshments will be served. For further information please call Ken Clark 519-3250769.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, OCTOBER
18& 19 - Leamington United Church Indoor Yard and Rummage Sale, 9 John St., Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 - 12 noon.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19Guatemala Hope’s 13th Annual Dinner Auction, at St. John’s Hall, Woodslee. For tickets call 519839-4151.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 - Fun, Frolic, 'N Faith, 3:00 p.m. An afternoon of hymn singing, camp songs, puppets, and just plain old fashioned fun. Join us at Sonshine Lutheran Church, 194 Talbot Street, Leamington (former Krazy Kelly plaza). Call 519-984-3553 for more details.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 - Food & Fellowship Supper, 5:00 - 6:00 pm, Leamington United Church, 9 John St. would like to invite all those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet to come and share a meal together. No Charge.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23FREE Well Baby and Child Dropin Clinic, from 1:00-3:30 p.m., at Mill Street Ontario Early Years Centre, 134 Mill St. (Mill St. Public School), Leamington. The clinics are for healthy babies and children from birth to 6 years old. Meet with a public health nurse to have your baby weighed and measured. Caregivers will also be able to speak with a nurse about breastfeeding, growth and development, parenting and injury prevention. No appointment needed. For more info or future clinic dates visit www.wechealthunit.org.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 & THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 - Free Disability Planning Seminars: Lawyer, Brendon Pooran, presents RDSP and Dollars & Sense to discuss legal and financial issues for individuals and families affected by disability. Essex County Civic Centre – Oct. 23 @ 6 p.m. at Place Concorde – Oct. 24 @ 9:30 a.m. Contact Windsor-Essex Family Network at 519-974-1008 or info@windsoressexfamnet.ca for details.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 26Caldwell First Nation Fall Fun Fair , 11:00 am - 6:00 pm at Caldwell Community Hall, 14 Orange St. Leamington. Learn a craft or two, buy a craft or three. Decorate a pumpkin, lift your spirits, live & laugh. Free your mind and focus on fun. For more information and to register a booth, please call CarrieAnn at 519-3221766.
The retail price for every item starts with a fair wage for the artisan. When placing the order with the artisan, 50% of the purchase price is sent with the order, allowing the artisans to purchase the raw materials needed and to pay wages during production. Upon completion of the order, the remainder of the purchase price is paid before the order leaves the country. Orders are paid in full before they actually arrive in Canada. The retail price is then determined by adding on the costs of shipping, importing, warehousing, marketing, administration, and the costs of running the retail store. YOUR purchase makes a global difference!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28 - A free community dinner will be provided at Knox Presbyterian Church, Leamington at 5:00 p.m. for anyone in need of food and fellowship.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29Attention: There will be a meeting of the South West Chapter of the Bell Pensioners Group held at the Essex Retirees Hall located at: 32 Russell St. Essex, from 9:30 am –12:30 pm. All BPG members & guests are welcome! Refreshments will be available. All pensioners from BCE, Bell Canada, Bell Mobility, Bell Aliant, Expertech, BIMS, Bell TV and Télébec who are members of a defined benefit pension plan are eligible for membership in BPG. Driving Directions: Take Exit 21 off the 401, Manning Road/ County Rd 19 South. Turn left onto Talbot Rd/County Rd 34E. Turn right onto Centre Street. Take the 2nd left onto Russell; school/hall will be on the right. Parking is in the rear lot, behind the school, entrance is off Centre St.
SECC'S COATS FOR KIDS CAMPAIGN IS ACCEPTING DONATIONS of coats, hats, scarves and mitts for children and adults, with the biggest need being coats for boys. Drop off donated coats until October 31 at Fletcher's Cleaners, Kennedy Cleaners, Canopy Cleaners or SECC (215 Talbot St. E.) in Leamington. Distribution in November.
TTV provides vital, fair income to third world artisans by marketing their handicrafts and telling their stories in North America. Go to www.TenThousandVillages. ca for lots more information.
IJC spreading word on algae bloom
report
By Bryan Jessop
Before giving federal governments its two cents on the findings of a Lake Erie algae bloom study, the International Joint Commission sought the same from the general public.
Following a year of study from both Canadian and American scientists, the IJC released a report dubbed ‘Lake Erie Ecosystem Priority: Scientific Findings and Policy Recommendations to Reduce Nutrient Loadings and Harmful Algae Blooms’, a publication highlighting the observations and making recommendations to curb the effects of phosphorus contamination in Lake Erie. Algae blooms were exceptionally problematic to the lake in 2011, covering an area of more than 5,000 sq. km. The situation prompted the IJC to launch the Lake Erie Ecosystem Priority (LEEP), a project set out to reduce phosphorus and algae bloom levels throughout the smallest and shallowest of the Great Lakes.
Although the agricultural runoff of fertilizer and animal waste are cited as a significant source of algae bloom production, IJC public affairs advisor of the Great Lakes Regional Office in Windsor John Nevin explained that other causes such as municipal systems, industrial by-product and common lawn fertilizers have also garnered the commission’s interest.
The report was brought to public attention locally with a Thursday, Sept. 26 gathering at the Seacliff Inn, one day following a similar meeting in Port Stanley. A meeting in Leamington last year was hosted by the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, but the facility was not available for Sept. 26 this year.
Nevin noted that the IJC believes public response to its findings is crucial before sending the new report to Canadian and American governments along with recommendations.
“We’ve had some great comments so far,” Nevin said. “There’s not a lot of data on failing septic systems, but we’ve had some good input. It’s great to have farmers here — they know what’s going on.”
The public meeting in Leamington began with a 45-minute period of casual conversations, questions and a set up of display boards highlighting some of the report’s contents.
Afterwards, visitors were presented with a 12-minute video and heard the IJC’s recommendations before being given the chance to make comments and ask further questions.
In the late 1960s, the IJC initiated a combined effort from both sides of the border to address pollution issues with Lake Erie and as Nevin explained, environmental impact has again threatened the well being of its ecosystems.
“Governments don’t like having independent bodies giving them advice, but we don’t want to be a hindrance. We want to be a help,” Nevin said. “We want both sides to benefit from what’s being done.”
Among recommenda-
tions to be made by the IJC through its report is the suggested 40 per cent reduction of algae bloom levels in comparison to the last five years for Ohio’s Maumee River, one of the largest sources of Lake Erie contamination. The report also suggests banning manure and bio-solid applications in the Lake Erie basin regions onto frozen or snowcovered soil. Sustained funding for enhancement and monitoring of networks — notably at the Detroit River outlet — will also be encouraged.
To submit comments on the IJC’s Lake Erie Ecosystems Priority, visit the website http://ijc.org/en_/leep. The site includes a copy of the report.
International Joint Commission public affairs advisor for the Great Lakes Regional Office John Nevin addresses a gathering of visitors to a public meeting hosted by the Seacliff Inn Thursday, Sept. 26. The meeting, held annually, is set up to gather public comments and feedback to in turn make recommendations to provincial and federal levels of government regarding the problem of rapid algae bloom growth along the shores of Lake Erie.
Rob Knight, left, owner of Leamington Bulk Barn, presented a cheque for $1,429 to Teanna Lindsay, centre, Community Development Officer for the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County. Graydon Walling, right, Store Manager, helped make the presentation. Between Sept. 6 - 21, customers were asked to donate $1 at the cash register and on the final day, all donations were matched by the local store owner, as well as Bulk Barn’s national office. (Sun Photo)
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Scarecrow contest benefits several charities
Staff at Cindy’s Home and Garden feel giving back to the community is very important. They donate to a large number of charities and worthwhile causes.
One of their fundraisers was the Charity Scarecrow Contest where anyone in the community can choose a charity of their choice and create a scarecrow to be voted on for a cash prize.
Cindy’s had new ideas for this year and planned a first annual Autumn Open House to kick off the fall season. The staff was asked if they would like to create their own Scarecrows for Charity this year and incorporate it with the open house. The girls were thrilled and eager to be creative in honor of their charity of choice. It was an opportunity for them personally to feel like they were giving back too!
“What a great way to celebrate our first fall open house by giving back to charities close to our heart,” said Tammy Webster general manager of Cindy’s.
There were 14 scarecrows and charities represented for Cindy’s customers to vote on through the month of September. The charities varied from the Canadian Cancer Society to the Parkinson’s Society of Southwestern Ontario to the Leamington District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and the Women’s Centre. The winners of the Scarecrow Contest were announced on Sept. 23 and all of cash prizes were donated by Cindy’s Home & Garden. In 1st place was Carrie Deehan and her charity The Windsor Therapeutic Riding Association. Second place winner was and the Make a Wish Foundation, and 3rd place went to Susie Klassen and Double Harvest Sowing Seeds for Life. The weekend was filled with festivities which included a pumpkin fairy garden class, fall food samplings, store sales, country music, and the staff even dressed up for the occasion. Cindy’s expressed thanks all who participated in their first annual Fall Y’all open house, and they can’t wait to do it again next year.
Mary Jane Tuma placed second in Cindy’s Home & Garden Charity Scarecrow Contest. Her charity of choice was the Make A Wish Foundation.
First place winner of Cindy’s Home & Garden Charity Scarecrow Contest was Carrie Deehan. Her charity was the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association.
Lots of wine options for Thanksgiving dinner
As a certified sommelier with a passion for the wines of the Lake Erie North Shore, I am not here to tell you what you should drink; taste in wine is very personal. My goal is to open your mind – and your palate – to different ideas and options.
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Please submit wine-related questions for publication and I will also share my experiences with local wines. You can reach me at grapeaspirations@gmail. com, at www.facebook. com/GrapeAspirations and on Twitter at @gr8grapz.
I get a number of questions about what I think is the best wine to serve with turkey. So as we approach Thanksgiving, it seems like a good time to cover this topic. There are a number of choices, depending on how you prepare the turkey and how adventurous you are willing to be with your wine choices. While I certainly have no problem serving the tried and true Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc (both of which are produced very well by many local
wineries), I do like to experiment with other flavours and ideas.
White wine options abound. Riesling and Gewurztraminer work well if you have a mild seasoning on your bird (salt, pepper, sage). Most local wineries carry one or the other of these two, or a blend of both, while Colchester Ridge Estate Winery takes their delightfully refreshing Posh Cuvée one step further by adding Chardonnay to the Riesling and Gewurztraminer blend, all the way up to the fuller-bodied Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc for those who prefer a
heavier dose of seasoning (oregano, thyme, rosemary, basil, onion, garlic).
A heartier option is red wine – everything from Pinot Noir to Cabernet Sauvignon or a spicier Cabernet Franc or Syrah. In our house, red wines seem to go over better if there’s some kind of red fruit, e.g. cranberries, in the stuffing or at least on the side. There’s also Chambourcin, a wonderfully bright medium-bodied but robust red wine – one of the few red grapes whose juice is actually red, but I digress… Aleksander Estate Winery, Smith and Wilson Estate Winery, Erie Shore Vineyard and the newly opened Paglione Estate Winery all produce wonderful examples of this grape.
Don’t discount the one that falls between the two – a rosé. Today’s rosé is not the stereotypical rosé some may remember from the 80s, so please don’t turn your nose up at the thought until you’ve actually visited the local wineries (Pelee Island Winery, Cooper’s Hawk Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Colio Estate Winery, Aleksander Estate Winery, Muscedere Vineyards, Smith and Wilson Estate Winery, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Erie Shore Vineyard… okay, almost all of them) and given them a try.
Above all, keep an open mind and let your taste buds be your guide.
The Leamington Rotary Club presented a cheque for $10,000 to the Bank Theatre and Meeting Place on Saturday, October 5, prior to the John Denver tribute. Pictured here Rotary president Mary De Goey, far left, presents the cheque to Bank Theatre board members. (SUN Photo)
Toilet repairman I’m not
There are many things around the house for which I am most definitely not skilled. I can change light bulbs and I can, if I have to, wield a sledge hammer and even a crowbar (finishing tools my late father called them!).
My major problem is that, like most males, I am expected to have tools and a shop of some sort. A place to tinker, repair and generally display a level of competence with screwdrivers and nails and such that, frankly, I do not have.
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Sure, I have a mess of old tools – saws and hammers and assorted screwdrivers and electric drill and boxes of screws, nails, washers and other things –most of which have a purpose well beyond my anticipated talent. My “shop space” is an old bench in the basement crowded with tiny tool boxes filled with assorted who-knows-what, a couple of extension cords that don’t work, a twisted coping saw blade and a huge box of accumulated screws, nuts, bolts, plastic things for pounding into walls when you need to screw in a wall mount, a couple of old door hinges and a mess of other junk pretending to be useful.
But, historically, there has been one area in which I prided myself with excellence and that was in the repair of toilets. Over my many years I have repaired toilets of assorted varieties, from chain pulls to plunger pull-ups to regular flush to outhouses with drafty cracks between the boards. From countries around the world to cottages in Muskoka, I’ve repaired toilets!
I’ve lost count of the many occasions when staying in a motel or marginally tolerable hotel that I have had to apply this toilet repair skill to a runny or leaky porcelain throne. When I travel I even carry a small roll of old fashioned telephone wire for that ‘I’ve found a use for a piece of wire’ purpose.
Loose handles, plungers that failed to lift, old copper toilet bowl floats that failed to float and so on. My experience with shutting off a toilet, draining the tank and repairing the weird assortment of mechanical contents has known few boundaries. One tends, with age, to think that all the accumulated experience will pay off as needed and when required. You simply wait for an occasion and when somebody says, “That toilet of yours is not working properly,” you volunteer to apply your well honed skills.
One thing you do need to learn quickly, especially with young grandchildren about, is that when somebody announces the toilet is not working properly, be prepared with a plunger as well. “Grampa the toilet didn’t flush and I can’t find my toy tractor.” This is a difficult challenge and even years of experience may not help, especially if the darling child also discovered that most of a roll of toilet tissue also would not flush away
But my latest experience did not involve precious little grandmonsters. Rather, it was simply a situation where the old float was not floating and thus the toilet never turned itself off once the tank was full of water.
Off came the lid. “Ah, yes, I see the problem. I’ll need to shut off the water, drain the tank and undertake some repairs.” I then added that dreadful dumb phrase, “No problem!”
All the experience in the world does not prepare you for some of the issues one encounters as you get on a bit in years. You know the old expression “I’m down and I can’t get back up”?
I had decided to replace the old float toilet tank system with one of these fancy shut-off valves that require no old fashioned copper floating ball. But what I had not accounted for was that once under the toilet tank with a large wrench, which I had to buy for that purpose (another tool for the pile on my bench), squeezed between the toilet throne, a wall and a pipe with a shut-off valve now leaking because it had not been turned off in years, I was trapped.
Like a beached porpoise I lay on the floor in a slowly accumulating pool of water, some of which now dripped from the tank’s loosened flange. I could neither move backwards nor find a place to lever myself upward. A man who has undertaken a repair task around the house does not want to bleat like some fattened sheep and thereby give away his failure. “I think I have a problem... could you sort of pull my feet back out of this hole I’m in and sort of slide me along the floor?”
Eventually, with assistance, I managed to escape from beneath the toilet, regain my breath and then grab a telephone and call my professional plumber friend Mike for his help.
I’ve now more or less abandoned my toilet repairman claims and have quietly stored away that pipe wrench with all the other “tools” of my non-trade. I guess I’m just not the toilet repairman I used to be...
Age should bring wisdom, but sometimes one needs to be stuck under a toilet to gain that wisdom.
CIBC bank manager raises $2,100 in bail for Breast Cancer Foundation
Leamington CIBC Branch Manager Joe Oswald found himself behind bars last week begging for bail money.
It appears Oswald’s crime was wearing this pink suit, but actually the jail and bail was a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Foundation. CIBC Mortgage Advisor Mike Monteiro donned a policeman’s costume and ‘arrested’ Oswald on Friday, September 27. The ‘accused’ was put behind a makeshift prison cell made by CIBC staff members Leisa Semaan and Christina Hyde. Bail was set at $500, but Oswald was able to secure a total of $2,100 in bail money. All proceeds were from clients that came in the branch that day and Oswald was given a phone inside his cell and was able to call friends, family and local businesses to help raise his bail. “The money just kept coming in. Every donation helped and we thank everyone who donated to the cause,” said Oswald.
Oswald has a long history of supporting the fundraising efforts of the Breast Cancer Foundation. In Windsor, he served many years as the Master of Ceremonies for the CIBC Run For The Cure. “I just wanted to do something here in Leamington as well. We’ll for sure do it again next year. The clients had fun with this as well. We treated them to lots of food and treats and pink lemonade,” said Oswald.
NOTIFICATION OF INVITATIONAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
To Operate a Private ServiceOntario Centre in Belle River
Do you want to make a difference in your community? If your answer is yes and you enjoy working in a service-oriented environment that is committed to providing customer service excellence, then this opportunity may be for you. The Government of Ontario is inviting individuals and businesses to submit proposals to become a ServiceOntario Service Provider in Belle River. Individuals and organizations that are interested in this opportunity are asked to contact Ruth Massil at 416-212-4615 by October 17, 2013 to obtain a copy of the Invitational Request for Proposals (RFP).
Service Providers operate independently owned offices under agreement with the Government of Ontario to provide routine driver and vehicle, health card and Ontario Photo Card services.
Complete written proposals are to be submitted by 11:00 a.m. on November 7, 2013, Eastern Time (ET), to be considered.
DEMANDE DE PROPOSITIONS SUR INVITATION
Exploitation d’un centre ServiceOntario privé à Belle River
Voulez-vous faire une différence dans votre collectivité? Si vous avez répondu « oui», et que vous aimez travailler dans un environnement qui vise l’excellence dans la prestation de service à la clientèle, alors cette offre s’adresse à vous. Le gouvernement de l’Ontario invite les particuliers et les entreprises à soumettre une proposition pour devenir fournisseur de services de ServiceOntario à Belle River. Les particuliers et les organismes qui souhaitent donner suite à cette invitation sont priés de communiquer avec Ruth Massil au 416 212-4615 au plus tard le 17 octobre 2013 pour obtenir un exemplaire de la demande de propositions (DP) sur invitation.
Les fournisseurs de services exploitent leurs propres bureaux en vertu d’une entente avec le gouvernement de l’Ontario dans le cadre de laquelle ils fournissent les services de routine pour les conducteurs et véhicules, la carte santé et la carte-photo de l’Ontario. Les propositions écrites et complètes doivent être soumises avant le 7 novembre 2013 à 11 h, heure de l’Est, pour être prises en considération.
Christine Paquette, Personal Lines Manager
CIBC Mortgage Advisor Mike Monteiro dressed as a police officer ‘arrests’ Branch Manager Joe Oswald as part of a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Foundation on Friday, September 27. (Photo submitted)
Prevent Kitchen Fires!
Unattended cooking is the leading cause of kitchen fires. Keep an eye on what you fry.
• Stay in the kitchen when frying, grilling or broiling food.
• When simmering, baking, roasting or boiling food, stay in the home, check food regularly and use a timer to remind you the stove/oven is on.
• If you must leave - even for a short time - turn off the stove/oven.
Stay alert to avoid stirring up trouble in the kitchen
• Don’t use the oven or stovetop if you are sleepy, have consumed alcohol, or are using drugs.
Make sure flammable objects aren’t near the stove.
• Keep anything that can burn a safe distance away from the stove.
• Clean up food and grease from burners and the stovetop.
• Wear short, tight-fitting, or tightly-rolled sleeves.
THANK YOU
Leamington Fire Services would like to take this opportunity to thank the local employers of our firefighters who allow them to leave work to attend fire calls. It is only through your co-operation that we can maintain a fire department. You are commended for your community-minded spirit and attitude. We would also like to thank our firefighters and their families for their support and dedication, as well as the Salvation Army for their kind support during emergencies.
CHUCK PARSONS - Fire Chief
MIKE BRADT - Deputy Chief, Operations
MIKE CIACELLI - Deputy Chief, Public Education/Training
DERRICK CLARK - Fire Inspector
STACEY TRUSSETTER - Fire Services Clerk
Squad One
Squad Two
John Hammond - Capt.
Jay Ardiel
Roger Elliott
Shawn McKenzie
Mike Hamilton
Tyler Gradwell
Jordan Stubbert
Jeff Simpson
Tom Sudds - Capt.
Lanny Parent - Acting Capt.
Tony Taouil
Todd Stahl
Dan Rino
Harvey Steinhoff
Adam Kroeker
e-mail: hutch@hutchinsmonuments.ca OCT 6-12, 2013
Squad Three
Jordy Clifford - Capt.
Lorne Bradt
Derick Mastromatteo
Derek McCracken
Serge Bluteau
Scott McCallum
Rob Tonks
Every home in Ontario must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and outside all sleeping areas.
Homeowners - It is the homeowner’s responsibility to install and maintain smoke alarms on every storey of the home and outside all sleeping areas.
Landlords - It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure working smoke alarms are installed and maintained in their rental properties.
Tenants - It is against the law for tenants to remove smoke alarm batteries or tamper with smoke alarms in any way.
Squad Four
Jerry Sleiman - Capt.
Bruce Dueckman - Acting Capt.
Jeff Hutchins
Tim Weil
Clarence Terpstra
Steve Peters
George Liovas
SMOKE ALARM POINTERS
• Install smoke alarms according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• The fire service recommends installing smoke alarms in all bedrooms.
• Test smoke alarms every month.
• Replace smoke alarm batteries at least once a year, and whenever the low-battery warning chirps.
• Replace smoke alarms with new ones if they are more than ten years old.
• Do not remove the battery from a smoke alarm if it activates from cooking or steam from the stove. Instead, try moving the alarm to a different location, or install a smoke alarm with a hush feature that will temporarily silence the alarm.
Leamington Rotary Club Steps Forward
First Alert Atom maximum protection, micro design
Don’t let its size fool you, the new First Alert Atom photoelectric smoke alarm packs a loud punch in a small package.
Offering safety with a sense of style, the First Alert Atom alarm features minimalist, non-intrusive designs while also providing the highest levels of protection from the threats of fire. The First Alert Atom retails for approximately $25 - $30, plus taxes.
Vast departures from their bulkier counterparts, First Alert’s new Atom is a fraction of the size of traditional alarms and can be installed discretely on either a wall or a ceiling. The Atom features breakthrough technology to help reduce the occurrence of nuisance alarms.
Packing all the power of an advanced photoelectric smoke alarm into a miniature design, First Alert’s new Atom smoke and fire alarm reinforces the brand’s reputation as an innovation leader. Weighing in at less than two ounces, the Atom is the smallest alarm available from First Alert with a compact design that blends seamlessly into any wall or ceiling. For added design appeal, the Atom will be available in a number of finishes - such as wood grain, stainless steel and bronze, in addition to the traditional white.
In addition to its sleek design, the Atom also features revolutionary micro technology with an advanced smoke entry system for fewer false alarms, and a loud, penetrating siren to reach the whole home. The alarm’s accompanying long-life battery ensures continued protection for an extended period.
Leamington Deputy Chief and Public Education and Training Officer, Mike Ciacelli recommends the new First Alert Atom alarm as a complement to exisiting alarms or can be used as stand alone alarms in older houses or cottages. The law mandates one smoke alarm on every level of a house and/or within 16.5 feet
of sleeping areas.
Just a reminder too, that smoke alarms do expire. If your smoke alarms are older than 10 years, it is time to replace them. The First Alert Atom smoke alarm is available in Leamington at Home Building Centre and RONA.
Leamington Fire Services Deputy Chief and Public Education and Training Officer Mike Ciacelli shows the obvious difference in size of the First Alert Atom alarm on the left and a standard smoke alarm. (SUN Photo)
Tony DeSantis (left), Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development for Community Living Essex County, happily accepted a cheque from Mary DeGoey (right), President of the Leamington Rotary Club, at a recent ceremony. Scott Legualt (centre) is one of the young people supported by Community Living.
GIGNAC
OBITUARY
Milo “Mick” Coulter
Milo “Mick” Coulter, 82 years, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2013 surrounded by his family.
OBITUARY
John Kent (Jack) Stockwell
He was the beloved husband of Edith (Nead) for 60 years. Dear father of the late David Milo Coulter (1996), Linda Drummond (Wayne), Kathy Peschisolido (Vince), Bonnie Ciliska (Jim), Janet Hancharyk (Larry). Loving grandfather of twelve and great grandfather of eight. Dear brother of the late Arleigh Coulter (2006) (Dorothy), Gerald Coulter (Sue), the late Clinton Coulter (1993) and the late Jan, Iva Groggins (Jack). Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.
Milo was a lifelong farmer on the 8th Concession. He enjoyed camping and winter vacationing in Florida. Milo had an infectious smile and loved his family. At Milo’s request cremation has taken place. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at Leamington Court, Dr. Moncur, and 2nd floor staff at Leamington Hospital. A private family graveside service will be held. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation by contacting the Reid Funeral Home at 519-326-2631. Friends may send condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Entrance scholarships awarded
On Sunday, Sept. 22
UMEI Christian High School held their annual School Opening Ceremony
It is with great sadness and yet profound peace that the family of John Kent Stockwell (Jack) announce his passing from this world on Sunday, September 29, 2013. He died at home peacefully after having had the gift of an incredibly special last day with his family. His wish to be with the love of his life Eileen Cecelia (deceased July 2011), has been granted.
Jack was born May 30, 1925 in Leamington to Charles and Hazel Stockwell. He was a premature twin to his brother Jerome William (Jerry 1971). Weighing in at just under 2 lbs each they survived against great odds and grew into fine men.
Jack lived all of his life on his farm, celebrating 88 Christmases at the same dining room table and enjoying many happy holiday and family occasions in the old house. Jack was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, papa, uncle and friend. He took the time in the last few weeks of his life to speak individually to each family member, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, which was a much treasured experience.
Jack farmed his family farm and took the responsibility of caretaker as a tremendous privilege. He kept this legacy for his family. He grew a one truck operation with his life long partner, a wife and friend, into a large regional international carrier. Even after retiring he always wanted to know what everybody was doing and what they were hauling.
He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, golf, his cars and lawnmowers, his collection of hats and good dogs, a glass of scotch, his family and his friends. His integrity and work ethic earned him the respect of many. He was a man who met each day with incredible courage and optimism, an infectious sense of humour and an irrepressible enthusiasm for life. A story teller to the end, he remembered people, deals made, events and loved an audience for his tales. His simple faith in God guided and comforted his last days. His spirit, guidance and love comfort and guide us now.
Jack was predeceased by his beloved wife of 63 years, Eileen ( July 2011) and his infant daughter Charlene Anne. His family is as follows; Sharon Stockwell and her son Sean Jeffery (sons Matthew and Tyler) her daughter Alycia and husband Joe Bento (BrieAnna and Ryan Bento), Michelle Stockwell and her husband Dr. Paul Links (Braedon, Duncan and Madison Links), John and Lynn Stockwell ( Jeremy, Jaclyn and Jenna and their families) Stacey Stockwell-Davis and her husband John Davis ( Kate Davis), Charles (Chip) and Tracey Stockwell (Marissa and Sterling). Life long special friend to Jack and Eileen, Jo Evans. Special uncle to Jerry and Rita Stockwell’s children, Van, Tim, JeriAnn, Meri, Cameron and LouAnn.
Jack and his family appreciated the support of CCAC, St. Elizabeth’s, Bayshore, Hospice and Drs Sabga, Tawill and Gall. Special thanks to Kate Davis for her TLC. Not everyone is fortunate enough to have the support and resources to be able to die at home with dignity surrounded by family. In recognition of the importance of this, Jack and his family request that donations be made to the Hospice of Windsor/Essex (Leamington Campus). Funeral Mass to be celebrated by Fr. Ben Huyge and Rev. Robert Lemon at St. Michael’s Church, 21 Elliott Street, Leamington on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 1 p.m. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
where they awarded $8,500 worth of entrance scholarships to new students. The winners this year are as fol-
lows: Alois Hudec Memorial Scholarship ($2500) - Joshua Isley; Anne Huy Memorial Award ($2500) - Jordan Latam; Kenneth Epp Memorial Scholarship ($2500) - Camden Driedger; and Robert and Lois Konrad Entrance Scholarship ($1000) - Logan Farfanick.
UMEI Christian High School also helps families with tuition in other ways such as Tuition Assistance, totaling over $20,000 this year.
UMEI Christian High School awarded entrance scholarships to new students at the school’s Opening Ceremony on Sept. 22. Recipients were Jordan Latam (back, left), Joshua Isley (back, right), Camden Driedger (front) and Logan Farfanick (absent from photo).
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Southpoint Sun Stars win Niagara tournament
The Southpoint Sun Stars travelled to Niagara Falls September 27 to 29 and won the Bantam B division of the Niagara Falls Rapids Fall Classic Tournament.
In game 1 on Friday, September 27th the Stars faced off against the Amherst Knights. Late in the first period the Stars got on the board after Bryanna Rodrigues threw the puck in front of the net and Emily Hyatt scored on a rebound when the Knights’ goalie had trouble locating the puck. Early in the second Claire Phibbs took the puck down the left wing and fired a shot just inside the blue line that beat the Knights’ goalie giving the Stars a 2-0 lead. The defense and goaltending took over the game, keeping the Knights off the score sheet in a 2-0 victory. Natalie Edmondson recorded the shutout for the Stars.
Saturday morning’s opponent was another team from New York State in The Niagara Jr. Purple Eagles. The defense once again stole the show keeping the Eagles to the perimeter and limiting the shots on goal and minimizing the scoring chances. Early into the second period, Bailey Brown put the Stars on the board after a nice feed out front from Emily Hyatt. Bailey buried the one-timer and the Stars never looked back. Kiera Murracas held the puck in at the line and started the play picking up the other assist on the only goal of the game. Natalie Edmondson once again was strong between the pipes earning her second straight shutout. The Stars lost a key player late in game 2 when Lauryn Gradwell was cut by an opponent’s skate blade during a battle in the corner. Lauryn went for repairs and took eight stitches in the wrist, but was there to cheer on the team for the rest of the tournament.
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Saturday afternoon the Stars played the Mississauga Chiefs. The action was fast-paced and the Stars forechecking was relentless in keeping the play in the Chiefs end for most of the game. That, coupled with another strong game by the defense helped the Stars limit any opportunity the Chiefs had to steal the game. Aylee Church got the start in net for the Stars and did an excellent job making every stop she needed to in earning the Stars third straight shutout in a 0-0 tie.
Sunday morning the Stars played the Clearview Ice Cats. The Stars got on the board first in this one when Bailey Brown set up Emily Hyatt behind the net and Emily’s wrap around attempt beat the Clearview goalie and the Stars were out front 1-0. Two minutes later Bailey Brown got the puck out to Corinne Jackson on the point and Corinne blasted one past the Ice Cats goalie giving the Stars a 2-0 lead. The Stars were all over the Ice Cats, but the Cats managed to get a late one with 38 seconds left in the second period. Still controlling the play most of the third period the Stars just needed to close this one out to move on. Once again a late period goal by the Ice Cats tied the game at 2 and that’s how it ended. A disappointing tie but the Stars earned a spot in the final Sunday afternoon.
Sunday afternoon’s opponent would be the Mississauga Chiefs whom the Stars had played to a 0-0 tie Saturday afternoon. With everything on the line, the Stars played a great game on the offensive and defensive once again limiting the opportunities the Chiefs had to gain an edge. With 30 seconds left in the game and Stars applying pressure in the Chiefs’ zone Bailey Brown scored on a goal mouth scramble that saw everyone battling near the front of the net. Charly Demers and Bryanna Rodrigues picked up assists on the winning goal and the Stars were champions. With Lauryn injured, the versatile Morgan Brown moved up from defense to play center and the defense played the rest of the weekend short.
Natalie Edmondson earned her third shutout of the weekend and the defense overall were named collectively MVPs of the game. It turned out to be a great weekend of hockey. The Stars played great, represented their association well and brought home the banner. Way to go Stars!
Front row, left
right: Alyee Church, Lauryn Gradwell, Abbey Hopper, Charly Demers, Morgan Brown, Bryanna Rodrigues, Natalie Edmondson. Back row: Coach Brad Hyatt, Sarah Schincariol, Grace Hyatt, trainer Kathy Gradwell, Emily Hyatt, Kiera Muraccas, Bailey Brown, Kennedy Hodgson, Chelsea Hickson, Claire Phibbs, Corinne Jackson, manager Tom Hyatt, assistant coach Scott Hopper, trainer Amy Bell.
Bantam Majors tie and lose
two over weekend
The Jose’s Bar and Grill Southpoint Capitals Major Bantam team played 3 games over the past week. Last Tuesday, October 1 the Caps travelled to the land of the French to take on the Canadiens from Belle River. The kids started slow and went down 2-0 after two periods of play. That seemed to light a fire under their skates, as the Caps dominated the third period of play. Luc Ribble got the good guys within one goal when he found twine on a booming onetimer set up by Brett Enns. Jared Hillier also got a helper on the play. The comeback was completed when Dawson Iles went end to end on a beautiful play in which he set up Enns who poked it in. The game ended in a 2-2 draw. Cameron Stockton played very well in net for the tie.
The Caps travelled to Amherstburg on Saturday night for a tilt against the Avalanche. Missed chances and some sloppy play led to a 2-0 loss. Tyler Dillen was sensational between the pipes for the Caps.
The week ended with a trip to the old Aide Knox arena in Windsor for a nightcap with the Jr. Spitfires. The kids came out of the gates slow and left after two periods down 5-1. Zach Dillen scored the Caps only goal in the first period on a solid hard working effort in which he scored on a breakaway. Evan Loveless claimed the only helper.
The third period saw the Caps explode and dominate the Spits team. Zach Dillen scored his second tally on a goalmouth, bang-home play with assists going to Luc Ribble and Jackson Ingratta. Dillen completed the “hatty” with another in tight play. Luc Ribble fed the puck out front for an assist and the other assist went to Evan Loveless. With a little luck, the score could have been tied up easily, but the hockey gods had other ideas. The Caps lost 5-3. Tyler Dillen was solid in a relief effort in the third period.
Next action is Friday against ENS and Saturday in Essex.
SUN COUNTY CROWS
MINOR LACROSSE ASSOCIATION AGM Notice
7pm Tuesday October 22, 2013 at the Kinsmen Rec Complex, Leamington Locker Room Lounge (Heinz Arena) All are welcome and encouraged to attend
Opening weekend for Southpoint Stars
All five Southpoint Stars interlock teams kicked off their season this past weekend at home. On Sunday afternoon the United Communities Credit Union Atom Stars played host to Lakeshore Lightning. The Stars opened the scoring in the first period with Alyssa Lamb scoring a beautiful goal unassisted. Lakeshore responded with three goals in the second. This was a close and exciting game, and Hanna Leclaire was sensational in net for the Stars. Lakeshore won this contest 3-1.
The Community Trophy Southpoint Peewee Stars began their league play Sunday with a hard fought game against Tecumseh. The contest ended in a 1-1 tie. Raine Schiefer scored the lone Stars tally with Kaylie Goodchild collecting the assist. Both Caitlyn Preston and Halle Debono were spectacular in net limiting Tecumseh to just one goal.
On Saturday afternoon the Fox Ready Mix Southpoint Bantam Stars opened their season at home against Lakeshore. The Stars offense exploded scoring six goals en route to a big 6-2 victory. Kayla Collison led the attack with a hattrick, with Tatum Davison, Mackenzie Church and Paige Thompson netting singles. Assists went to Mackenzie Church, Connie Wiebe, Kate Derbyshire, Madison Pardo and Cassie Bluhm. Erica Taylor was solid between the pipes for the Stars!
Also on Saturday, the Lion’s Club Southpoint Intermediate Stars kicked off their season with an 8-0 victory over Essex. Kim Goyeau paced the attack with 4 goals, Joline Driedger notched a pair, and singles went to Abby Gualtieri and Kayla Collison. Assists went to Collison, Goyeau, Stephanie Mastronardi, Cristina Pearce and Hannah Toews. Shayna “The Wall” Augustine was perfect in net recording the shutout!
The Rhine Danube Southpoint Intermediate Stars played host to Lakeshore Sunday afternoon. The Stars played hard but lost 4-0. Madelin Hubbs played a strong game in net for the Lady Stars.
Three-game weekend for Reid’s
The Reid’s Funeral Home Bantam Minors had a threegame weekend that started Friday, October 5 when the team traveled to Amherstburg to face the Stars. This was a closely contested match that saw the first period end in a 2-2 tie. Both Southpoint goals came from the stick of Jeron Kir, with assists on the second goal from Justin Brown and Aiden Rodriguez.
Amherstburg managed to tally 2 unanswered goals in the second period to take a 4-2 lead going into the third. Southpoint rallied in the third with a powerplay goal by Zack Wiebe, with assists from James Collier and Steven Wiebe. Another powerplay goal barely 3 minutes later came from Aiden Rodriguez, assisted by Joseph Alfano. The remaining minutes saw Southpoint on the powerplay yet again, but a turnover cost the Capitals a shorthanded goal giving Amherstburg the 5-4 win.
Saturday the Capitals hosted the Tecumseh Eagles at the Wheatley Arena. The Eagles took a 1-0 lead after the first period, but Southpoint battled back in the second period with a goal from Stephen Wiebe, assisted by Brett Thomas. A point shot from Justin Brown, assisted by Miles Thiessen and Jeron Kir, gave Southpoint a 2-1 lead. Tecumseh added one more goal by the end of the second to even the score at 2-2. Working with a short bench the Capitals continued to battle through the third period, but tired legs cost them 2 more goals and Tecumseh went on to win the game 4-2.
For their final game of the weekend the Capitals played the Amherstburg Stars this time on home ice. Amherstburg managed to collect a 3-goal lead by the middle of the second period before Southpoint was able to crack the Stars goaltender with a goal from Jeron Kir, assisted by Matt Collier and Tyler Zsebok. Amherstburg rallied to regain a 3-goal lead, but the Capitals kept coming with several scoring opportunities.
Southpoint played a strong final period and managed to collect one more goal when Brett Thomas fed Mason Gow for a one-timer. When the clock ran out the final score was Stars 4, Capitals 2.
Golden Years Mini Golf
There were 50 people out to golf this week, which is an excellent turnout. There were a lot of good scores this week. There were a total of 78 aces over 36 holes.
Leading the way with 6 aces was Laurie Hylton,
followed closely by Shirley Thiessen with 5 aces. Andy Orsini, Art Sweet, Doug Vickery and Gerrit Vriesen all had 4 aces. Mike Binder, Ken Brook, Julia Kos and Gerald Wilkinson followed with 3 aces each. There were also 11 other people who dropped 2 aces and 17 golfers who each had one ace. The best 9-hole score goes to Andy Osini with a 16, followed by seven people - Frank Lasi, Mary Ann Vickery, Laurie Hylton, Kathy Bradley, Julia Kos, Gerald Wilkinson and Gerrit Vriesen - who tied at 17 shots. The best score for 18 holes goes to Laurie Hylton, Doug Vickery and Gerald Wilkinson all with a 36. Andy Orsini was a close second with a 37. Bill Mayville, Bill Ward, Duane MacIntosh, Vriesen Gerrit and Bill Taylor tied at 38. Gerald Wilkinson had the best score of the day for 36 holes. He shot a 72 followed by Laurie Hylton and Doug Vickery with a 75. Bill Taylor had a 76, while Andy Orsini and Pete Daudlin scored 78 and Bill Ward and Ken Brook had a 79.
First place went to Team 16 - Gerald Wilkinson, Ken Brook and Herb Ascott.
Second place went to Team 9 - Murray Hartford, Pete Daudlin and Doug Vickery. Third place went to Team 12 - Gerrit Vriesen, Donna Wiebe and Bill Taylor.
Play resumes at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 10 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
Accidents will happen
As explained a few short weeks ago, I’ve inadvertently become somewhat of a Thomas the Tank Engine expert. I know several of the engines and Sodor’s points of interest. I’ve also developed an in-depth knowledge of the show’s most popular songs via YouTube videos. Seemingly thousands of families around the world have created home videos of their Thomas and Friends engines crashing, colliding, derailing and plummeting to the floor from the kitchen table with the show’s song ‘Accidents Will Happen’ playing in the background.
My son loves every single one of them.
“Agee (again)!” he often shouts while making the sign language gesture for ‘more’ once they come to an end.
Much like the careless and over-confident engines of Tidmouth Sheds, athletes often make mistakes. Some of them go without incident or are of little consequence.
Some leave a long-lasting impact.
BRYAN JESSOP
Jessop’s Journal
By now, most of us have seen highlight (or in my opinion, ‘lowlight’) reels and/or photos from the NHL season opener between the Canadiens and Leafs — namely, the third-period scrap between George Parros and Colton Orr. The former took a swing as the latter lost his balance and fell to the ice while gripping his adversary’s jersey. Both fell to the ice, which Parros struck face first.
Yet another concussion to add to a lengthy list.
While the fight was no accident (it was the second of the game between the two unlikely Lady Byng candidates), the impact between the face of Parros and the ice was just that — an accident. Orr appeared genuinely concerned with what had happened while Parros remained motionless for what seemed like a lifetime.
An incident that unfolded on March 8, 2011 — also involving a Hab — is far more open to debate and likely will be for several more years to come. While Max Pacioretty and Zdeno Chara of the Bruins jostled and raced along the Montreal bench, Chara pushed Pacioretty’s head in front of the first stanchion that framed the first pane of glass beyond the bench. The ensuing injury was graphic and frightening. Many fans wondered if they had just witnessed a player getting killed. Boston’s Mark Recchi didn’t seem to think the injury was that big of a deal. Apparently, a severe concussion and fractured vertebra weren’t enough for him. Eventually, Chara called Pacioretty and apologized, explaining that his actions were unintentional.
The Connecticut native later decided that Chara’s words were sincere. Only Chara will ever truly know if it was an accident or not.
Most sporting mishaps aren’t quite so serious. Over the past weekend, Winnipeg Jets defenseman Zach Bogosian chased a puck that slid behind his net and ‘cleared’ it directly onto the stick of Ducks forward Corey Perry. Perry wasted no time with the gaff and blasted a shot into the Winnipeg net. The error would not have been so painful if the Ducks had not won the game by a single goal.
Those kind of mistakes have got to hurt.
But not as bad as “The Mistake” from Game 6 of the 1986 World Series.
I recall watching the play live, 12 years old at the time. An unimpressive, rolling hit makes it’s way to Red Sox first baseman Bill Buckner — a routine scoop, short jog to first and tap the base for the third out if there ever was one. But oops, the ball scuttles between Buckner’s legs and under his glove and voila, the Mets force Game 7 and go on to win the World Series. Buckner received death threats over the error and I’m told Boston movie rental stores placed footage of the game in their ‘Horror’ sections.
I felt so sorry for Buckner. I imagined how little fanfare the error would have received had it been a zero outs play with an eight-run difference during a Spring Training game. The gaff would have been forgotten by practically everyone on Earth before the game even ended.
Truth be told, everyone involved with sports at any level makes mistakes. Players, coaches, managers, timekeepers, officials, turnstile ticket stub collectors and umm, sports reporters.
Heinz Ladies Golf League Holds Awards Banquet
Tough weekend for Atom Minors
The Gabriele Brand Source Home Furnishings Atom Minor hockey team had a tough weekend losing both games. On Friday night, The Capitals took on the Erie Northshore Storm with the Storm scoring just 3 minutes into the contest. The score remained 1-0 after the first and late into the second, until Erie scored four unanswered goals in a two and a half minute stretch. This was too much for the Capitals as they fell 8-0. Dane Price again made several good saves and his teammates had trouble clearing the puck for him. Price faced 27 shots in this game.
Saturday found the Capitals travelling to Amherstburg to take on the Avalanche. The Avalanche came out pressing hard in the Capitals’ end. The first goal was scored just past the halfway mark of the first period, and the Avalanche scored three more times before the period was done. The second period left the Caps giving up three more goals late in the frame. The Capitals, however didn’t give up, as they kept pushing back in the third, trying to get on the scoreboard by getting seven of their twelve shots in the third period. Jarett Boisevert gave up one more in the third, after facing 25 shots in the game, and making many good saves. The Capitals’ next action is Sunday, October 13 at 5 p.m. against Tecumseh at the Unico rink.
League held their Awards Banquet at Armando’s in Leamington. Top prize winners for the year, from left to right, are: Janet Derbyshire (Low Net), Annie Pump (Low Gross), Beth McMullin (Most Improved), and Emily Goldenburg (Low Putts). The league greatly appreciated the support they received from the H.J. Heinz Company this year. The Executive would like to thank Joel Epp and the staff at Erie Shores Golf Course for making their season such a success. The league is looking forward to returning in May 2014. (Submitted photo)
Emma Kopinak of Wheatley prepares to tee off to start the 2013 SWOSSAA golf championships at the Kingsville Golf and Country Club Monday, Sept. 30. Kopinak, of Tilbury District High School, qualified for SWOSSAA at the KCSSAA tournament Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Blenheim’s Deer Run Golf Course. Fellow Wheatley golfers and TDHS schoolmates Ivy Dresser and sister Erin Kopinak also qualified for the SWOSSAA tournament. (SUN Photos)
Leamington District Secondary School’s Lauren Reid tees off to start the SWOSSAA golf tournament at Kingsville Golf and Country Club Monday, Sept. 30. Reid qualified for SWOSSAA during the WECSSAA tournament — also hosted by Kingsville — Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Schulert advances to OFSAA golf tourney
By Bryan Jessop
Local schools were well represented during the 2013 SWOSSAA golf tournament.
This year’s regional event was hosted by the Kingsville Golf Club Monday, Sept. 30 and was attended by students from Leamington District Secondary School, Cardinal Carter as well as Leamington’s Alyssa Getty and three Wheatley residents attending Tilbury District High School. Getty and Cardinal Carter’s Devan Schulert qualified for the provincial tournament — OFSAA — to be held Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Essex Golf and Country Club.
Schulert, now in Grade 12, has qualified for WECSSAA and SWOSSAA every season since Grade 9, but has made the OFSAA cut for the first time this year. During last year’s SWOSSAA meet, he missed qualification for the provincial tournament by a single stroke.
“It was a good day,” Schulert said of this year’s SWOSSAA competition at the Kingsville course, his home club. “I putted pretty well.”
More than 80 students representing Windsor/Essex County, Chatham-Kent and Sarnia/Lambton County attended this year’s SWOSSAA meet, including sisters Erin and Emma Kopinak of Wheatley and fellow Tilbury student Ivy Dresser, also of Wheatley. Other local golfers in the open (all grades) girls division included Getty and LDSS’s Lauren Reid. Schulert competed with Leamington’s Kyle Humphreys and Cale Phibbs, the latter also a forward with the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ Wheatley Sharks.
Schulert won this year’s WECSSAA tournament — also hosted by Kingsville — by two strokes over Jordan Hutchins of St. Anne Wednesday, Sept. 25. He shot a three under par at 69. He shot a 72 at SWOSSAA for a four-way tie with three other competitors. Brandon Mihalo of Holy Names won the tiebreaker.
Schulert has been golfing since the age of four and has been practicing at his home course every day for the past few weeks in preparation for WECSSAA and SWOSSAA. He also competes in American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) tournaments each season. This year, he qualified for performance-based entry competitions in Chicago, Iowa and two in Michigan. An average of about 100 golfers compete in each event. Schulert finished third in the Chicago tournament, held in the spring of this year. At 17 years old, he is eligible to compete in one more year of AJGA golf. He plans to attend college next year, making 2013 his last shot at provincial success.
With the 2013 AJGA season now complete, Schulert is able to focus exclusively on OFSAA.
“I’m aiming to win it, go for gold,” he explained.
Above and right - Devan Schulert of Cardinal Carter performs a few practice swings as his group awaits their turn to tee off for the SWOSSAA golf tournament hosted by Kingsville Golf and Country Club Monday, Sept. 30. Schulert won the WECSSAA tournament Wednesday, Sept. 25 — also in Kingsville — to qualify. He was one of four players to tie for first in the SWOSSAA event and although he didn’t win the playoff, qualified for OFSAA in Essex Oct. 16 and 17.
Kyle Humphreys of Leamington District Secondary School goes through a few practice swings. Humphreys qualified for SWOSSAA during the WECSSAA tournament.
National Newspaper Week
October 6 - 12
Southpoint Sun paper carriers!
Every week the Southpoint Sun’s 26 carriers and one rural driver deliver approximately 10,700 newspapers across the Leamington area. These carriers are children, retirees and adults who want to earn some extra spending money. Southpoint Sun carriers receive their newspapers on Wednesdays and have them delivered by Thursday night. Except for a very few areas where long drives restrict them, our carriers deliver the paper right to the household’s mailbox or front step.
Carriers deliver in rain, snow, cold and extreme heat. October 12 is National Newspaper Carrier Day and the Southpoint Sun would like to thank all its dedicated carriers. National Newspaper Carrier Day is part of National Newspaper Week, celebrated October 6 – 12.
Amanda Sanger, 32, has been delivering for The Southpoint Sun for approximately two years. Amanda delivers 240 papers each week and prides herself that she completes her route by end-of-day Wednesdays. She delivers to Elliott, part of John, part of Talbot W., Hazelton, Smith, Hodgins and part of Wilkinson Drive.
“I really enjoy it. I like doing papers. I used to deliver for The Post and Shopper and was very happy when I started delivering The Sun,” said Amanda. Amanda has two children and enjoyed having her son, 8, help with the route during the summer.
Hayden Epp, 13, was one of the Sun’s first carriers and remains as one of our most reliable and dedicated carriers. Hayden delivers to 105 households each week on Audrey, Claire, Margaret and Jane streets. Hayden is a Grade 8 student at St. Michel School, Leamington. He is the son of Joel and Janet Epp. “He enjoys his route. He really enjoys the extra spending money,” said Joel. His dad explained that Hayden keeps half his paycheque and the other half is banked for his education. “It’s been good for him to learn the value of the money and the merits of doing a good job,” said Joel.
Ashley Klassen is 12
years old and a Grade 8 student at Queen Elizabeth Public School in Leamington. Ashley has been delivering the Southpoint Sun for one year. She is the daughter of Helen and Martin Klassen. This is Ashley’s first job as a newspaper carrier and she has enjoyed her route, which includes 210 households on Pearl, Nancy, Grace, Kibball, Johnston avenues and Cameo and Ainto drives. “She has a nice system going. She thinks about the month and plans her spending. She puts some away, and treats herself with buying clothes,” said her mother Helen Klassen. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys playing a variety of sports.
The Southpoint Sun thanks ALL our carriers for the great work and service they provide each week.
Amanda Sanger
Ashley Klassen
Hayden Epp
Final night for Erie Shores
Thursday Night League
Before we get to the overall team scores, in the final night of play in the Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores, there were some incredibly low gross numbers scored this past week. In fact, collectively speaking, the best ones shot all this year with three players finishing at a combined total of 11 under par for nine holes.
Leading the way with four under par rounds of 31 were Brian Humphreys of Team Bobby Jones and Ward Hutchins from Team Gene Sarazen, while Wray Pollock, also a member of Team Bobby Jones, was just a single stroke back at three under par 32.
Doug Hinchcliffe of the Lee Trevino team had the best low net game of the week with a net 31 and Roger Cote, another member from the Bobby Jones squad, was right behind him with a net round of 32.
In other individual play, Brian Humphreys also hit it closest to the pin on hole #3, while Ward Hutchins hit it in tight on hole #5. Ken Labbe of Team Arnold Palmer had the longest drive of the day on hole #6. Skins winners included Wray Pollock, Tim Tiessen, Ward Hutchins and Wayne Gillett. This past week’s top scoring group with 10 points in the final night of play in the Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores was also, appropriately, the same team who ran away from the rest of the field this entire season, picking up a total of 153 points to win top honours.
Team Bobby Jones led the way from day one and finished the year with 153 points giving them a 30-point edge over the second place team of Ben Hogan. Members of the winning group included: Todd Bell, Wray Pollock, Roger Cote, Martin Morphet, Ted Dube, Carl Grossi, Brian Humphreys, Tim Tiessen, Adam Rempel, Bill Manery, Steve O’Hara, Peter Neufeld, and Ejaz Qureshi.
Golfers on the runners-up, Ben Hogan crew, included: Mike Morin, Larry Stull, Andrew Dick, Jason Tiessen, David Seaton, Gary McRae, Kevin Babkirk, Garth Dennerley, Bob Dick, Jerry Meloche, Wilf Janzen and Geoff Dunmore.
Sitting another 13 points back in third place with a 110 was team Gene Sarazen which included team members: George Bergen, Ken Cobby, Spencer Neufeld, Curtis Bishop, Rob Squire, Jim Dueckman, David Glass, Ward Hutchins, Mel Pace, Dan Paget and Ed Pump.
The team of Arnold Palmer featuring, Matt Baird, John Davis, Dave Dick, Albert Jenkins, Dennis Will, Van Tan, John Rutgers, Dan Musuronchan, Ryan Harder, Tyler Hicks, Ken Labbe and Richard Lowes was in fourth place with 102 points. The teams of Sam Snead and Bob Charles ended the year tied for fifth place with 97 points apiece.
Members of the Snead team included: Norm Beattie, Tom Dearie, Darryl DiMilo, Paul Driedger, Vic Tiessen, Brendan Cornies, Larry Lucier, Tim Towle, Jeff Raffoul, Peter Neufeld, Terry Maiuri, Robert Hudders and Rick Guenther.
Team Bob Charles featured: Paul Bunnett-Jones, Ken Piper, Claudio Sabelli, Tim Schultz, Evan Rutgers, Scott Wilkinson, Greg Dunmore, Neil Sawatzky, Chris Babkirk, Jack Martin, Joe Oswald and Mike McDonald.
Team Lee Trevino, with its players: Gene Bouliane, Harry Garbarino, Kevin George, Bill Gherasim, George Kir, Kris Klassen, Doug Hinchcliffe, Vic Penner, Brian Plumb, George Shieffer, Ralph Warkentin and Joel Epp finished 29 points back in 7th spot with 68 points. With 64 points, the eighth place team of Jack Nicklaus featured: Neil Debacker, Frank Dick, Tom Heinz, Terry Shields, Mike Ferreira, Dave Wilkinson, Mike Herbert, Ron Tiessen, Mike McKinnon, Richard Reive, Bill Slater and Lorne Michaelis.
Herman Bergman, Kirk Bowman, Wayne Gillett, Matt Iacobelli, Brian Klassen, Phil Larade, John Penner, Mauro Paglione, Will Peters, John Tofflemire, Tim Vreman and Ed Petryschuk – all playing on Team Harry Vardon - finished ninth with 63 points.
And the 10th and final place position this year went to Team Watson who finished with 58 points. That’s quite a change from a year ago when the group bearing this name was the number one team in the league with a record setting 185 points. Members of the Watson team this year included: Ken Steingart, Dave Owens, Abe Bergen, Brian Cornies, Mike Glass, Mark Grabb, Wayne Quinn, Greg Tiessen, Derrick Hutchins, Charles LeBlanc, Donny Pacheco and Matt Taouil.
The season ended last week with prizes for all players, and another delicious dinner from Flamingo’s Family Restaurant who has done a tremendous job all season handling all of the food preparations and meals at Erie Shores.
The success of this 120-player league is strengthened by the generous sponsorship from Pierre Marcotte at Leamington Canadian Tire Store, which helped provide four prize tables this year that totaled nearly $10,000.
This, combined with the generosity of Jose’s Bar and Grill who provided a prize every week this season for the longest putt winners, along with the golf balls donated in June this year by Ray Bezaire of Just Cork-It, Leamington, made 2013 one of the most successful years ever for this annual league that has been running at Erie Shores for well over 40 years.
Next year’s Thursday Night Men’s League at Erie Shores begins play in midMay and anyone interested in joining is encouraged to call the Pro Shop at 519326-4231, extension 22, or League Convenor Paul Bunnett-Jones at 519-3264264, for more information. Everyone - members and non-members - are equally welcome.
Antonio Neves of the Cougars sends the ball past two blockers during a WECSSAA Tier II senior boys volleyball match against Catholic Central Thursday, Oct. 3. The match was a meeting between firstand second-place teams, where the Cougars won all three set by scores of 25-12, 25-18 and 25-17. By sweeping the Harrow Hawks at the same time, the Leamington Lions moved into a tie for second with Catholic Central and the Assumption Purple Raiders.
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Tatiana Haidar of the Cougars runs past a Kennedy defender towards the net during a WECSSAA Tier II junior girls basketball game at Cardinal Carter Tuesday, Oct. 1. The Clippers won the contest 47-24. The game was the Cougars’ home opener, which followed a 27-22 loss at St. Joseph’s Tuesday, Sept. 24. On Thursday, Oct. 3, the Cougars visited Massey in what ended as a 31-18 win for the Mustangs. (SUN Photos)
UMEI’s Serena Huy looks for a pass recipient while being guarded by Harrow guests during a Monday, Sept. 30 WECSSAA Tier III senior girls basketball game. The Lightning controlled the majority of the game, winning 34-9 after leading 6-2, 12-7 and 24-7 at the first three buzzers. The win boosted UMEI’s record to two wins and one loss. The season started with a 25-23 road win over Ste. Cecile, followed by a 47-20 loss to Maranatha. On Oct. 2, the Lightning girls topped Ste. Cecile 24-14. Olivia Toews led the way with 10 points for UMEI.
Sharks hold on to nip Wallaceburg
By Bryan Jessop
The Sharks learned a valuable lesson without having to pay for it, having squeaked by the last-place Wallaceburg Lakers 4-3 at Wheatley Area Arena Monday night.
The winless Lakers and Sharks faced off for the first time in the 2013-14 season Oct. 7 with the Sharks riding a five-game point streak while the Lakers brought a season-starting seven-game losing streak on the road. Wallaceburg was held to five shots through the first 40 minutes while the Sharks fired 20, but Lakers netminder Joel Sowinski kept his team in contention throughout the contest.
Sebastian Kanally opened the scoring 67 seconds into the game, taking a feed from Eric Rivard before splitting the Laker defensemen and sending a point-blank wrist shot into the mesh of Wallaceburg’s net. The following 30 minutes were quiet on all fronts, with only one minor penalty assessed to the Lakers and no further scoring from either side.
The second period was all Austins, beginning with an Austin Thompson goal that started as a sprint toward the Lakers’ net from the right side and ended with a successful wrist shot from just in front of the crease. Brett Babkirk earned an assist. Less than two-and-a-half minutes later, Austin Fontaine sent an ice-level shot into the right corner of the Wallaceburg net while skating from the left to right side of the crease before turning 90 degrees to release the puck. Rivard was credited with his second assist of the night.
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Lakers
Austin Thompson of the Sharks is knocked to the ice by Wallaceburg’s Ryan Chovich during a Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ game at Wheatley Area Arena Monday, Oct. 7.
The Sharks’ Thomas Virban tries to skate around Laker defenseman Jacob Theoret on his way to the Wallaceburg net with the puck during a Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ game against the visiting Lakers Monday, Oct. 7. (SUN Photos)
Wheatley-born Stanley Cup winner dies
By Bryan Jessop
The Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Black Hawks have lost one of their alumni.
Wheatley-born Glen Skov died of lung cancer on the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the age of 82 in Palm Harbor, Fla. Skov, who played most of his NHL career between the Red Wings and Blackhawks as well as three games with the Montreal Canadiens, is survived by his wife Shirley and daughter Cherie.
Skov was born on Jan. 26, 1931 in Wheatley. His family moved to Windsor while he was in his early teens. Skov was a pivotal scoring force with the junior Windsor Spitfires in the late 1940s, having collected 51 goals and 51 assists for 102 points in 47 games in 1949-50 before being picked up by the Wings for two games late that season.
From 1950-51 to 1954-55, Skov played fulltime with Detroit, minus a portion of the 1950-51 season spent with the Omaha Knights of the USHL. He was on the roster for the Stanley-Cup winning Red Wings in 1952, 1954 and 1955.
Skov, a left-handed centre, was traded to Chicago between the 1954-55 and 1955-56 seasons. He spent five years with the Black Hawks, during which time he established an NHL-career best of 14 goals and 28 assists for 42 points through 67 games in 1956-57. In 1960-61, he played three games with the Montreal Canadiens and 67 games with the Ottawa-Hull Canadiens of the EPHL before retiring. His total NHL production totaled 106 goals, 136
assists, 242 points and 413 penalty minutes in 650 regular season games. Through 53 NHL playoff games, he added seven goals, seven assists, 14 points and 48 penalty minutes. Skov also played in the 1954 NHL all star game.
Skov’s older brother Art, who died in 2009, officiated more than 1,000 NHL games and together, they became the league’s second playerofficial combination. Today, most of Skov’s family lives in the Guelph area.
Glen moved to Chicago in the late 1950s and spent the last 10 years living in Florida. As an alumni member with the Black Hawks, he was involved with the American Hearing Impaired Hockey Association (AHIHA), spending one week each year teaching the game to children with hearing disabilities.
“It meant a lot to him,” said Skov’s son-in-law Jack Brown. “It was something that he really got involved with.”
After retiring from hockey, Skov spent several successful years in the plastics business.
Sharks
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The Sharks ran into penalty trouble starting late in the second stanza, beginning with a five-minute fighting major, two minutes for instigating and an additional two as an aggressor given to Ty Scratch for a nine-minute Wallaceburg power play. The visitors were kept at bay during their lengthy man advantage until a cross-checking minor gave the Lakers a five-on-three power play that led to their first of three goals. Evan Weidenback snapped a loose puck into the Wheatley net after a sprawling Conner MacKinnon stopped
several point blank rebounds.
Weidenback struck again on a shot from a few feet inside the Sharks’ blue line that ricocheted off the cross bar and right post before deflecting over the goal line. Fontaine replied 97 seconds later with his second of the night and seventh of the season during a breakaway opportunity, sending a low shot through Sowinski and into the net.
The Lakers refused to throw in the towel however, as Justin Whitson sent a close-range shot into the right side of the Sharks net with 28 seconds remaining. Wheatley held on for their fifth win in six games despite being outshot 14-5 in the third period.
The Sharks outshot their guests 25-19 while going zero for two on the power play. Wallaceburg was one for three with the man advantage.
“We played a selfish game from a systems perspective,” said Sharks head coach Ken Galerno. “It seems our players were focused too much on Pointstreak, looking at a team that hasn’t won a game. Games aren’t won on paper or on Pointstreak, they’re won on the ice. We played about eight good minutes and that was it.”
The Sharks will return to the ice for a Monday, Oct. 14 home game against the defending league champions and first-place Essex 73’s.
“We’ve got to do everything different against them,” Galerno said. “We can’t get away with this type of effort again against them or anybody else, including these guys (Wallaceburg).”
With the win against the Lakers, the Sharks moved into a tie for third place with the Mooretown Flags. Both teams stand one point behind second-place Belle River with the Sharks holding two games in hand over both teams.
Glen Skov
This 1937 Terraplane was a member of the family
In 1909, the Hudson Motor Car Company began building cars named after J.L. Hudson, a department store tycoon who put up most of the money to get the company started. Ten years later, in 1919, Hudson introduced the Essex as a low-priced competitor to the Model T Ford. By 1929, Hudson was the third largest automobile company in the U.S. with over 300,000 units built that year.
Then came the Great Depression. The Canadian government imposed a new range of customs duties against U.S. cars imported into Canada, and Hudson responded by opening a branch plant in Tilbury, in 1932, thereby gaining dutyfree access to the Canadian and British Commonwealth overseas markets. In that same year, Hudson introduced the Terraplane, claiming it had the best power-toweight ratio of any car in America. It won numerous speed trials and sold well.
Bill Willms of Leamington was four years old in 1941 when he travelled to a family reunion in Kitchener in his grandparents’ 1937 Terraplane 2-door sedan. The car was light green and was included in the family photo you see here because the car was indeed a member of the family. A portion of the 1941 Ontario license plate (white with green numbers) can also be seen. It was powered by a flathead inline six of 96 horsepower (101 if equipped with the factory dual carburetors).
The brakes were hydraulic with a mechanical reserve for extra safety. Prices for 1937 started at $820.
Bill remembers riding in the car when his dad pulled up to a STOP sign. When he attempted to shift from third into first, the floor shift lever fell off the top of the 3-speed transmission. The drive home from Kitchener to Leamington had to be done entirely in third gear! Back home, Bill’s dad weld-
ed the shift lever back into place, and never said a word about this to Grandpa, who owned the car. Bill still remembers the rubber boot at the base of the shift lever.
The repair was so well done that the lever never parted company with the transmission ever again, even when in the early ’50s Bill drove
this same car to high school in Leamington. A mural on the main street of Tilbury today is a reminder that this small southwestern Ontario town played a significant role in the history of the automobile in the 1930s. In 1954, Hudson and Nash formed American Motors.
Run, walk or wheel in support of Community Living Essex County
The 2013 Jingle Bell Run, Walk and Wheel Steering Committee anticipate hundreds of people from across Essex County will participate on Sunday, November 10th at Ken Knapp Ford in Essex for the 19th Annual running of the Jingle Bell Run, Walk and Wheel. The event has raised thousands of dollars for Community Living Essex County in support of over 650 people with an intellectual disability throughout Essex County
“We look forward to another great day and encourage families and friends to join us” states Bob Blair, Chair of the Jingle Bell Run Steering Committee. He adds, “The event is for everyone from competitive runners to casual walkers, together for a great cause”.
To register go online until Thursday, Nov. 7 to: www.onlineregistrations.ca/jinglebell. Registration forms will also be available at local health and fitness clubs, arenas and online at www.communitylivingessex.org . Participants can also register the morning of the event on Sunday, November 10 between 8:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Over 700 people from across Essex County participated in the 2012 Jingle Bell Run with a total of $20,000 raised in support of Community Living Essex County For more information call 519-776-6483, ext 246, or Event Chair Bob Blair at 519776-6447.
GM came up with a unique way to celebrate the company-wide Sierra Tailgate Party, as local musician Billy Raffoul stopped by for a live performance during the Thursday, Sept. 19 event. The open-to-the-public celebration of the revamped 2014 GMC Sierra also included free barbecued hot dogs. Raffoul performed for about two hours, sitting atop a pile of hay bails loaded into the box of one of the dealership’s Sierras. The company-wide tailgate parties took part at GM dealerships from Sept. 16 to 21.
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Bill Willms’ grandparents owned this 1937 Terraplane 2-door sedan when this photo was taken in 1941.
Leamington
Nats nip Flyers in overtime
By Bryan Jessop
Special teams proved a double-edged sword for the Leamington Flyers in a 43 overtime loss to the London Knights.
The Thursday, Oct. 3 home ice game at Heinz Arena started on a strong note for the Flyers, who cashed in on two of their first three power plays to build a 2-0 lead to start the second period. Over the first 20 minutes, the Flyers outshot their guests by a three-toone margin, 186.
Although the Nationals scored on only one of six power plays through the game, a steady parade of Flyers into the penalty box kept the hosts on their heels through much of the second period. London found the back of Austyn Roudebush’s net three consecutive times to turn a two-goal deficit into a one-goal lead to start the third frame.
Leamington started the scoring within the first five minutes of the game when during a scramble in front of the Nationals’ net, Kyle Quick flipped an arcing shot over a sprawled out London goalie Jacob Riley and over the goal line. In addition to adding the only assist, Nathan Opblinger made the score 2-0 about 12 minutes later — again during a Flyers’ five-on-three advantage — with a thundering shot from just inside the visitors’ blue line. Chris Scott and Jared Dennis earned assists.
The Flyers committed four of the five minor infractions during the first half of the second period, setting London’s Kyle Robinson up for a double power play goal after grabbing a rebound that rang off of Roudebush’s left post.
Matt Wildman came up with the equalizer during a four-on-four, staggered penalties situation, wristing a shot that caught Roudebush off guard. Derek Todosichuk accounted for the tie breaker with just over five minutes remaining, skating through a hole left by Leamington’s defense and firing a close-range wrist shot past Roudebush from the right of his net.
Piroski. “It was one of those games where we had to play more disciplined. We did some good things, but we made some mistakes too. It’s still early in the year.”
The Flyers outshot London 46-34 and went three-for-nine on the power play.
Veteran forward
10 minutes of the game and although the Flyers at times had difficulty clearing the puck from their zone, didn’t allow many quality scoring chances for the Nationals.
Overtime appeared destined to lead to a shootout, but a Matt Fuller slap shot from about
Tony Spidalieri and rookie defenseman Ryan Muzzin sat out the game after suffering minor injuries a week earlier. Both are expected to return to the lineup for the Flyers’ Thursday, Oct. 10 home game against the St. Thomas Stars. Veteran Cole Chevalier, whose work schedule has kept him out of action for the first few games of the season, returned for a Sunday, Oct. 6 game in Chatham. The final score of the road game was 4-1 favouring the Flyers. Leamington goals were scored by Dennis, Amante, Alex Seguin and Opblinger after Chatham opened the scoring early in the second. Trevor Wheaton earned the win in net, stopping 35 of 36 shots. The Flyers went zero for five on the power play while mustering 37 shots. Chatham was zero for three with the man advantage.
Leamington’s next home game will be Thursday, Oct. 10 at Heinz Arena against St. Thomas. Results from a Tuesday, Oct. 8 game in Sarnia were not available by press deadline.
It was London that again found penalty trouble late in the second and early in the third, setting up Alex Seguin for a double power play tally after 43 seconds of play in the third frame. Mitch Amante and Opblinger set up Seguin, who fired a wrist shot from between the London-end faceoff circles.
The last half of the third was the most uneventful
six feet inside the Leamington blue line found the back of the net with 43 seconds on the clock.
“They (London) were on the power play for most of the second,” explained Flyers head coach Tony
rest of the west
On Wednesday, Oct. 2, the LaSalle Vipers blanked the Lambton Shores Predators 6-0 to maintain a firm grip on first place in the Western Conference while Chatham edged the Nationals 54 in London.
On Thursday, Sarnia squeaked by the Strathroy Rockets with a 2-1 overtime victory. Friday included a 5-3 win for St. Marys over Sarnia for the Lincolns’ first win while LaSalle topped St. Thomas 5-4 in a shootout.
Saturday featured two Western games, with St. Thomas defeating Lambton Shores 4-0 and Strathroy blanking St. Marys 6-0.
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Despite falling, Mitch Amante manages to fire a shot at London goalie Jacob Riley during first-period action of a Thursday, Oct. 3 game at Heinz Arena. Amante came up with an assist in his team’s 4-3 overtime loss. (Sun photo)
Zoran Popel of the Leamington Flyers is chased by a Nationals forward as he carries the puck out of the Flyers’ zone during the second period of a Thursday, Oct. 3 game at Heinz Arena. Popel, formerly of the Junior ‘B’ Port Colbourne Pirates, was brought up from Essex after playing seven 2013-14 games with the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ 73’s. (Sun photo)
MWCP hosts 11th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival
The Migrant Worker Community Program (MWCP), in cooperation with its sponsors the Municipality of Leamington, Town of Kingsville, Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, Mexican Consulate, El Campeón Variety Store, The Real Canadian Superstore and the Windsor Family Credit Union, held its 11th annual Fiestas Patrias Independence Celebration in Leamington at the Caldwell First Nation Community Centre on Sun. Sept. 15.
Master of Ceremonies Irma Niklas, supported by a local DJ Paul Tawill and Lawrence Resendes, welcomed the more than 500 attendees and invited them to enjoy the Latin American Independence Day, with live music by the Mariachi Grupo Azteca Band from Toronto and salsa music by Orlando Valencia’s Pachanga Band from London. Performers such as Latin American Tatyana D’voce from Toronto, Monica Ventura Khoshaian from Sarnia, and Salvador Gomez – “El Charrito” – from Detroit.
Independence Day is celebrated in Mexico, Central America, Chile and Belize. Traditional dishes such as Mexican tacos and pozole soup, as well as pupusas, a traditional Salvadorian dish, which consist of a thick handmade corn tortilla stuffed with mozzarella cheese, ground pork and cooked on a griddle were available.
Some of the festival-goers played Loteria, a game similar to Bingo, and fabulous prizes were won by the winners. Face painting was a favorite with the children who also enjoyed receiving balloons from Sunshine the Clown.
In addition to the music, food and activities, reflective tape was installed on many of the migrant workers bicycles.
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Master of Ceremonies Irma Niklas partners with one of the festival goers for a traditional dance.
Festival-goers played Loteria, a game similar to Bingo.
This youngster donned his finest for the Fiestas Patrias Independence Celebration in Leamington.
More than 500 people enjoyed the Fiestas Patrias Independence Celebration.
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SUN PARLOR HOME AUXILIARY will be selling tickets for their fundraiser, a very much needed mobility bus for the Seniors at the Sunparlor Home. Prize to be won: two tickets for the musical “Sound of Music” October 18 at Migration Hall, Kingsville and a fifty dollar gift card for dinner for two at Kings Landing, Kingsville. Tickets are $5 each and are available at Sun Parlor Home for Seniors, Talbot East, Leamington or from any Auxiliary member. se18-oc16
TROMBONE - USED, IN good condition. Includes case. Asking $225. Call 519-326-7881. se18-oc9
ANNUAL HERITAGE AWARDS & Dinner at the Leamington Rhine Danube on Friday, October 18. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. Along with the awards being presented this year to the Cacciavillani Family, Louise Hillier, the Late Bruce Crozier, Ross Barnwell and Herb Enns, there will be many silent auction prizes up for grabs and a special guest musical performance by noted singer-songwriter Dale Butler. Tickets $25 each and available by calling Paul Bunnett-Jones at 519-326-5746. se25-oc16
LARGE 1 BEDROOM apt. in Leamington. Fridge, stove, kitchen, large living room. $450 + utilities. First and last required. Available now, 519-326-8015.
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2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent. 17 Foundry St. Leamington. $650 plus utilities. Call 519-326-6970 or 519-566-5933. oc9 3 BEDROOM COUNTRY home. Tilbury
WITH battery charger, electric start, up to 25 miles without charging, 2 baskets, holds up to 450 lbs., $1600. Also 3 bath tub chairs. 519-687-2899 se18-tf
BEAUTIFUL WEDDING GOWN with crinoline, trendy mother-of-the-bride dress and additional formal dresses and shoes. Must see to appreciate. Call 519326-3120 or 519-564-2422 (leave message). au28-oc30
ERIE DEARIE PLUSsinker molds. 1 Goodyear P225/75R15 tire - new. 2 Michelin P175/80R13 - new. Approx. 100 used cleaned cement blocks plus chimney blocks - red brick, 3 inch galvanized pipe 20 ft. long. 1 Delta 2 hp, thickness planer, heavy duty on stand, 4-5 ft. pine board 7” w for wood working. Call 519-326-4277 or 519-995-4277. au14-oc16
TAKING STEPS AGAINST Breast Cancer Community Walk/Run, Sun. Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-12 noon. Walk a 1-5 km outdoor loop from Visitors Centre at Point Pelee National Park, 1118 Point Pelee Dr. New this year: a 5k timed run. Registration for runners $35 and includes t-shirt, medal, light refreshments. Walkers also need to register but no fee is required. Anyone raising $100+ wins longsleeved t-shirt. Register as a team, individual or survivor. Pets welcome, but must be leashed. Register at www.takingsteps.ca or call Deb at 519-326-6199 or 519-254-5116. oc2-16
SOUTHPOINT SUN
MINI JOB FAIR
at Superstore Community Room in Leamington
Thursday, October 17
4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Bring your resume. On the spot interviews.
We are currently recruiting in Leamington, Belle River, Essex and Kingsville
PSW’s
Days/Evenings/Weekends
Must be available 20 hours per week. Must have own transportation. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, paid training/orientation & education opportunities. Apply online @ www.homecarejobs.ca
We thank all applicants, however only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Who is trustworthy and experienced for local and long haul trips. Reefer experience and ability to cross border required. Driver abstract, CVOR and Police Clearance must be provided. Please fax resume to: 519-687-3105 or email to: jrw@bellnet.ca.
Orangeline Farms Limited is seeking General Labour workers to fill positions in our greenhouse, 627 Essex Rd 14, Leamington.
• Monday - Saturday, 48+ hours
• $10.25/hour, hours can vary with minimal notice
• General crop work
• Be able to work in hot and cool temperatures
Apply via fax: 519-322-4733
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOR - Full time and full time part time. 48 - 60 hrs./ week. Weekends/holidays. Physically demanding work load. Lifting required. Minimum wage to start. Apply by fax: 519-326-6702 or e-mail: hriprfms@gmail.com oc2-23
PRESTEVE FOODS
NEEDS at least 15 permanent fish cutters.
Experienced fish cutters are paid by piece work. Willing to train new workers. Initial wage is $10.25 an hour. After completion of 60 work days, salary increases to $13.90 + health benefits until cutter is able to make more through piece work. Position requires to filet fish at fast pace. Application can be dropped off at 20954 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario or send by e-mail to info@prestevefoods.com. oc2-23
PRESTEVE FOODS
NEEDS at least 15 permanent fish plant workers. Willing to train new workers. Initial wage is $10.25 an hour. After completion of 60 work days, salary increases to $13.90 + health benefits. Position requires either operating processing machine, lift up to 50 lbs on repetitive basis, packaging. Application can be dropped off at 20954 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario or send by e-mail to info@prestevefoods.com.
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ADVERTISING
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HEALTH
1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime Mental Health Helpline 1-866-531-2600 www.MentalHealthHelpline.ca
Mental Health Helpline on Facebook or @ConnexOntario on Twitter
AUTOS FOR SALE
100% AUTO FINANCING APPROVAL
& Hwy 74, 10am-2pm - Brantford Esso Truck Stop, 11 Sinclair Blvd, 6-9pm October 18, 2013: - Kitchener Petro-Pass, 120 Conestoga College BV, 10am-2pm. October 19, 2013: - Pickering Flying J, Hwy 401 Exit 399 (Brock Road), 10am-2pm More details to follow regarding additional locations
LAIDLAW CARRIERS VAN DIVISION requires experienced AZ licensed drivers to run the U.S. Premium mileage rate. Home weekly. New equipment. Also hiring Owner Operators. 1-800-2638267
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STEEL BUILDINGS
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$4,879. 30X32 $6,695. 32X40 $8,374. 35X38 $9,540. 40X50 $12,900. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Do you know a young star who is making a difference? Nominate them for the 2013 Junior Citizen Award. Nomination forms at www.ocna.org/juniorcitizen, from this newspaper, or call 905-639-8720 ext 221.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
Want to talk to someone about gambling problems?
Have you become addicted to prescription medication? Drug & Alcohol Helpline 1-800-565-8603 www.DrugAndAlcoholHelpline.ca
Drug and Alcohol Helpline on Facebook or @ConnexOntario on Twitter
EMPLOYMENT OPPS.
JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline 1-888-230-3505 www.ProblemGamblingHelpline.ca
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PERSONALS
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COMING EVENTS
Grow Marijuana Commercially. Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriot Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.
