United Way celebrating 70 years
By Jolene Perron
United Way has launched a new fundraising campaign sparked by new statistics showing low income rates across Windsor and Essex County.
St. Louis helps ‘Drive Away Hunger’
By Bryan Jessop
Students at Leamington’s Catholic elementary school got into the generous spirit of Thanksgiving a few days early this year.
A recent release from Statistics Canada showed the rate of people across Windsor and Essex County living in low income households has risen drastically from 9.9% to 16.5% just over the last decade. It also said one in five children under the age of 18 are now living in low income households.
“There are 4,000 children who will not be able to lift themselves out of low income during their lifetime without intervention, so we want to raise an additional $2.5 million to invest in poverty reduction strategies to address this specific issue,” explained Karen Brady, acting vice-president, marketing and communications for United Way / Centraide Windsor-Essex County.
“We’re talking about generational poverty, kids who aren’t going to be better off than their parents without intervention. We need to do more to give young people the skills they need to be successful in the new economy. Seniors are going to need more supports. We’re going to have to do more… additional dollars, innovative programs, strong community collaboration… if we want to see real change on these issues.”
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St. Louis Catholic Elementary School once again took part in Farm Credit Canada’s yearly Drive Away Hunger campaign, partnering with the organization’s Essex County branch to donate just under 1,400 pounds of non-perishable food items. From Monday, Oct. 2 to delivery day — Friday, Oct. 6 — students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 brought donations from family members to the school in support of Leamington’s St. Vincent de Paul.
Upon arrival, FCC representatives Lori Simard, Lauren Ball, Paul Bateman and Henry Hotz were greeted by St. Vincent de Paul’s president Carol Lesinky, secretary Stephanie Heaton and spiritual advisor deacon Alex Litt.
“This means that we can continue to provide to those in need,” explained Lesinky. “It’s also really important that these students know what they can do and that they learn to be responsible in their community.”
This year marks FCC’s 14th annual Drive Away Hunger campaign, a crossCanada initiative that has thus far provided more than 33 million meals. St. Louis has been involved with Drive Away Hunger since its inception in 2003 and currently participates in the charitable gesture as a ME to WE School. St. Louis principal Kelly
Rilley explained that the program coincides with the school’s ongoing compassion theme, also noting that the donations made will remain within the Leamington region.
“The real goal is to teach the kids that they can make a difference, no matter their age or size,” she said. “That’s the beauty of being a WE school — we do both local and global projects throughout the school year and students get a real feel for the positive impact they’re making.”
ronto earlier this fall. Nine students and teacher Jessica Meloche were selected to attend the by-invitation
“The real goal is to teach the kids that they can make a difference, no matter their age or size.”
— Kelly Rilley
only event that included thousands of students from across Ontario. The list of special guests included Prince Harry.
Drive Away Hunger was organized as one of St. Louis’s social justice initiatives, the first of the school year following WE Day in To-
The FCC formula of two meals per pound of food collected translated into 2,790 meals from St. Louis this year. The pick up truck and
SUV brought by local FCC reps were loaded by Grade 5 and 6 students before being shipped to the St. Vincent de Paul food bank. This year’s five-day collection included several boxes of cereal, canned goods, pasta, crackers, baby food and other items on the FCC’s list of crucial food bank requirements.
Lesinky pointed out that this year’s St. Louis contribution is exceptionally valuable, as the need for the food bank’s resources continues to grow. A campaign to increase the current St. Vincent de Paul’s membership from the current group of eight is ongoing. At one point, Lesinky explained, resources reached a low that forced the food bank to temporarily close its doors.
Farm Credit Canada’s Paul Bateman is assisted by St. Louis Catholic Elementary School students in loading up trucks with Drive Away Hunger donations at the school Friday, Oct. 6. The donations were delivered by FCC employees to St. Vincent de Paul at St. Michael’s Catholic Church on Elliott Street in Leamington. (SUN Photo)
Sunday, Sept. 17. The festival is a celebration of independence for several Latin American nations and featured dancing, singing, performers and several live musical acts.
Hearing Professional Makes Hearing Healthcare More
(Submitted photos)
Accessible with Out Clinic
Brandy Breault, Hearing Instrument Specialist at ListenUP! Canada
Brandy Breault is a Hearing Instrument Specialist from ListenUP! Canada who recognizes the need for more accessible hearing healthcare in Leamington. ListenUP! Canada has a hearing healthcare clinic at 313 Main St. E in Kingsville that is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 - 4:30, but for some in Leamington, this may be a distance to travel. So, every other Monday, Breault drives to the Leamington out clinic at the South Essex Community Council at 215 Talbot Street East to provide free, no obligation hearing tests, a broad selection of brand-name, digital hearing aids and assistive listening devices at affordable prices,tings, cleanings and repairs. These out clinic services
help those who need hearing healthcare, but are unable to travel to the nearest clinic to get the help they need.
“I basically offer the same hearing healthcare services provided at any other clinic location,” says Breault. “People may not have a driver’s license. A clinic may be too far for people to travel outside of Leamington. People may not be well enough to travel and it may be easier for loved ones to bring them to a clinic closer to home.”
While completing her Speech and Language Sciences degree at Brock University, Breault took some audiology courses that sparked her interest in the
pursue a career in audiology and obtained her Hearing Instrument Specialist diploma from Conestoga College. Breault started her student placement with ListenUP! Canada in 2014 and has been with the company ever since – helping clients treat their hearing loss and reconnect with the world around them.
Breault will be at the out clinic on Tuesday, July 4 th & Monday, July 17 th from 8:30-4:30. To book an appointment, please call 1-888-364-5419.
Consulate of Mexico and MWCP celebrate Fiestas Patrias
The Migrant Worker Community Program and the Consulate of Mexico in Leamington joined forces to present the 16th annual Fiestas Patrias celebration on Sunday, September 17.
Well known performer and emcee Mónica Macias welcomed dignitaries, sponsors and over 800 enthusiastic attendees to the event, which is a celebration of Independence by many countries in Latin America.
The first performer was Macia who sang several songs, followed by El Charrito (little cowboy) Salvador Gomez from Detroit, who also sang and performed with rope and lasso. He encouraged members in the audience to sing with him and on their own.
The next performers were a four-member vocal group called “Herencia Musical”
that came from Salvatierra, México, and played a variety of Latin music, including folk music, cumbia and bachata.
Following the entertainment, Cónsul Alberto Bernal, Consulate of Mexico in Leamington, opened the official ceremony. After expressing his gratitude to Canada for the opportunity to live and work here, the Canadian national anthem was sung by the Music Moves Kids choir, led by director Erin Armstrong Dickau and supported by RCMP Constable Cam Smith.
The children were treated to free balloon sculptures created by the very talented Jangles the Magic Clown, a dance contest was a great success as were the great prizes that were donated by many of MWCP’s sponsors.
Prizes were also won by the winners of “Lotería”, a game
of Mexico in Leamington
like bingo with picture cards and beans used as markers under the big tent provided by the Windsor Family Credit Union. Throughout the event over 500 strips of reflective tape were handed out for the worker’s bicycles to make them more visible at night! The Guatamalan Embassy in Ottawa was represented by Allan Pérez, cónsul and the Honduran Embassy in Ottawa was represented by Tania Casco, cónsul. Following their remarks, their national anthems were played. Deputy-Mayor Hilda McDonald represented the Municipality of Leamington.
The civic ceremony closed with the traditional recreation of the El Grito de Delores, the calling for the end of Spanish rule in Mexico performed by Cónsul Bernal and the playing and singing of the Mexican National anthem.
The Migrant Worker Community Program would like to acknowledge and thank the following community partners for their financial support of the 16th Annual Fiestas Patrias Celebration:
Thanks to the following businesses who donated prizes and in-kind services: Bette Peacock, Canadian Tire, DJPJ Productions, Food Basics, Giant Tiger, LiquiForce Services, Mucci Farms, Real Canadian Superstore, Roma Club, Windsor Family Credit Union and its many volunteers
The 16th annual Fiestas Patrias was presented in a combined effort between the Migrant Workers Community Program and Consulate of Mexico in Leamington
215 take part in local Life Chains
Leamington was one of eight communities in Windsor-Essex where Life Chains took place on Sunday, October 1. Pro-life supporters of all ages lined the sidewalks of both sides of Erie and Talbot streets in Leamington’s 28th Life Chain.
During this onehour peaceful public awareness event, hundreds of passersby saw the signs that delivered the message ‘Abortion Kills Children’.
Life Chains were also held in Kingsville, Essex, Harrow, Amherstburg, Belle River, Tecumseh and Windsor, and in communities all across North America as part of International Life Chain Day for the prolife movement.
Run on Sat. Sept. 30 at Point Pelee National Park. Just over 150 runners took part in the 5K, 10K and Kids Dash fundraiser. The event was a big success, raising $17,000 toward the cost of a new roof for the school.
(Submitted photos)
The participants of the Lightning Bolt Run gathered for a photo prior to the race.
UMEI students Stephen Farfanick and Christian Wuerch are still smiling with 7km to go!
Falling into the seasons
As the fall weather slowly creeps in, it gives way to the best time of year, in my humble opinion.
There was a time when I thought summer was the best time of year but as I grow older, fall takes the prize every time for me.
With the turning of the leaves comes the shortening of the days and the cooler temperatures.
Living in town, I don’t get the familiar smell of burning leaves as much as I did growing up, but once in awhile, I’ll catch a whiff or two.
It’s nice to have the windows open at night and take in some fresh air.
I often wonder if I’d feel the same way growing up in a different area where fall nuances aren’t as noticeable.
I wonder if there is such a stark contrast in California or even Alaska.
In this area we are blessed with four distinct seasons. The proximity to the Great Lakes helps in the separation of those seasons, I’m sure.
What we lack down here in extreme southwestern Ontario is a mountain range. The ice age left us with a flat terrain that has many advantages, but the view can sometimes be boring.
Where I usually go for my fall hunting trip, the La Cloche Mountains overlook our cabin. Anywhere we venture up there, we always know that the La Cloche range is to our immediate north, making it difficult to get lost as long as you know your directions well.
Still, deep in the bush, it’s hard to locate the mountains or the sun to get your bearings. Just ask my brother and my uncle, who’ve both been misplaced at times.
Okay, I confess, I’ve been “turned around” a time or two as well.
It’s doubtful I’ll get there this fall due to some unfore-
seen circumstances, but my mind will still wander to those white granite outcrops I usually observe from afar.
Back home here, the harvest season is in full swing for those fall veggies and that can be exciting in itself.
I survived judging the Farmers Market butter tart contest a couple of weeks ago. All six of us judges volunteered wholeheartedly for the job and then proceeded to taste 36 butter tarts each. I still can’t even look at a butter tart but I’m sure that will pass eventually. Everyone’s baking was excellent. It was just a sugar overload and I’ll be ready for next year.
Halloween is just about upon us so I’ll enjoy the grandchildren and watch them dress up to go trick or treating.
It’s the time of year that deer are along the roadways in this area so we often take a trip out to the Point to see what we can see. The drive out there right now is frustrating due to the construction along Point Pelee Drive, but we manage to get there. I’m sure the people who live on D and E concessions will be glad when all the traffic is diverted back to the regular route. Concession E especially isn’t built for all of that two-way traffic. I hope the powers that be will have a long hard look at the toll the construction is taking on those roads out there.
If you haven’t had a chance to get to the park during this free admission year, you’re running out of time. And this is the best time of year to visit. It’s not too busy and you can actually see through all of the vegetation from the roadway. The trails are always great this time of year, so what better time to go for that long autumn walk before the snow flies.
LMHS Living Heritage Award Winner: Grant Bowman
By C. Scott Holland
The Leamington & Mersea Historical Society has announced its fourth 2017 Heritage Award winner and it is for the Living Contribution category. This year’s recipient is Grant Bowman of Wheatley, a man who is well-known in both the Leamington and Wheatley communities.
A graduate of Leamington District Secondary School, Grant spent a short time with the Royal Canadian Air Force before returning to the area and purchasing one of the region’s oldest mills in 1952. At one time the mill had the distinction of “producing the best flour around.”
Good friend Larry McDonald said, “Grant was one of the finest athletes and played clean, good hockey as well as being a good sportsman, even in defeat.”
Grant played for the Blytheswood Mic Macs for the duration of the South Essex Hockey League (1955-1971). But his involvement with hockey did not end there. In later years he would be a part of the Wheatley Oldtimers. One feat he can boast about is being one of only two players to have been on the Blytheswood champion teams during the 1955-1965 period.
Grant’s involvement with the community of Wheatley is as great today as it was some 50-plus years ago when he first became a member of committees like the Wheatley Recreation and Parks and Planning Committees. In 1972 he served as president of the Wheatley Kinsmen Club.
A loving, caring and very supportive person, Grant has overcome many obstacles including the loss of his wife and soulmate Patty in 2010. Despite having some health issues, Grant has remained deeply involved with many things and prides himself on supporting many causes. And no matter what or where that cause is, if he is asked for help he is bound to lend a hand or support others in their time of need.
One of his current projects is creating trails for Chatham-Kent and in 2003 he was one of the founding members of the Southwest Outdoors Club. About the same time, it was Grant’s idea to start the Concerned Citizens of Wheatley-Romney group where he still remains active. The club meets monthly and has two members of Chatham-Kent council attend the sessions.
Of course, with help from friend Heinz Schrade, one of his most prominent projects was the re-creation of the Captain Wheatley statue, which was erected in Wheatley and can be viewed while passing through the town.
A conservationist at heart, Grant still finds time to work on creating a butterfly garden for Wheatley. He is also very involved with family activities with his three children, Sue (Ricci), Mark and Jeff, and his eight grandchildren. Friends say he is a good talker and is always willing to debate an issue. When he isn’t actively involved with various fundraisers, charity groups, working
Grant Bowman will be presented with a Heritage Award at the Leamington-Mersea Historical Society’s Awards Night Banquet on November 3. He is pictured here working on the Captain Wheatley restoration project.
on trails or gardens, he visits the family business, Bowman Feed & Supply, and relaxes by fishing. Grant’s plate is definitely as full as anyone’s could be, and Leamington and Wheatley would not be such great places to live if it weren’t for many of his efforts that have contributed to the many facets of our lives – from hockey arenas to the hospital and trails.
The Leamington-Mersea Historical Society salutes Grant Bowman for aiding and enriching the lives of so many, here and elsewhere. He will be honored at the Society’s 20th annual Heritage Awards Night on November 3 at the Roma Club. Other award winners to be honoured that evening will be the John Huy family, the Peter Enns family, the Leamington Lions Club and the late Robert Schmidt. For more info regarding dinner tickets, contact LMHS president Paul Bunnett-Jones at pbunnettjones@cogeco.ca or 519-326-1691.
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Leamington artist returns to finish mural
By Sheila McBrayne
Montreal artist, formerly of Leamington, Keith Diemer, recently returned to town to complete a mural he started 12 years ago.
The 37-year-old artist returned to the Leamington Days Inn to complete a mural he began in the main lobby of the 78-room motel in 2005. “It was my first big job as a paid artist; my first commissioned piece. When they tracked me down in Montreal to come back and add to the original I was very excited,” said Diemer.
In 2005 Diemer had just graduated from Sheridan College in illustration. The Patel family owned and operated Days Inn had commissioned the young artist to paint a mural on one wall in the main lobby. Ravi Patel was a high school friend of Diemer’s.
Now, 12 years later, Diemer was contacted by the current owners of Days Inn, Anu and Akbar Bapoo. “We wanted the same artist to finish what he had started,” said Akbar. “I was thrilled to do it and happy that they wanted to keep the original artist style. The first mural was a monarch at Point Pelee on the west wall (facing the lobby). Diemer returned and spent 7 days finishing the remaining two walls and ceiling. He worked through the nights, so as not to interfere with the motel business.
The new mural has a tractor and wagon depicting the traditional tomato harvest, as well as a flock of Canada Geese and a family of goslings.
“When they contacted me, I knew I wanted to help them out… This was where it all started,” he said.
Diemer uses the classical approach as he uses oil paint to capture the essence of the subjects. He’s been working for the Barrie Sports Hall of Fame since 2005, doing private commissions for clients all around the globe and had his work shown in art galleries. He is
also involved in teaching the fine art of painting and drawing.
Diemer’s mural can be seen at Leamington Days Inn at
is also online at keithdiemer.com
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UMEI Students Receive Entrance Scholarships
to give out $9,500 in scholarships due to the generous
201 Erie Street North. His work
Montreal artist Keith Diemer
UMEI Christian High School students, left to right, Alex Jadischke, Sydnee Bruner, Joey Krahn, Diana Kroeker and Hudson Dyck were the recipients of Entrance Scholarships. Each year UMEI is able
donations of its dedicated supporters. (Submitted photo)
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United Way celebrating 70 years
Cordell Green from Windsor’s County Radio and the panelists which included Barry Horrobin (Board Chair), Eric Griggs (Campaign Chair), Adrian Vido (Co-Chair of United Way’s 70 Years reUnited Event Committee), Mackenzie Bowden (a student in United Way’s On Track to Success program) and Lorraine Goddard (CEO of United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County).
On Track to Success program student Mackenzie Bowden is in grade 11 at Leamington District Secondary School. She has been in the program with United Way since she was in grade nine.
“Mackenzie is a smart young woman, but Mackenzie’s family struggles to afford the essentials, and with three other siblings it wasn’t certain that Mackenzie would be able to attend post-secondary education,” explained Brady. “The On Track to Success program gives Mackenzie the opportunity to earn a bursary to attend post-secondary education, as well as tutoring, career mentoring, and a success coach to guide her. The program can also wrap around Mackenzie’s family to offer other supports if they are needed.”
Brady explained when people are in unfortunate circumstances, through no fault of their own, it is United Way’s job to fight for the mental health, education and prosperity of every person in Windsor and Essex County, and fundraising is simply their means of doing that work. Brady said every dollar raised in this community stays in this community to support local people and programs, of which there are many.
“This organization is led by a progressive volunteer board of directors who have helped United Way to adapt and be proactive about responding to changing needs in our community,” explained Brady. “I also think that United Way’s strategies are based on sound community data and are rooted in best practices and innovative ideas for changing complex community problems. We bring people and organizations together to collaborate and reduce duplication of services, fill ‘gaps’ in service and we measure results. There’s no other organization in our community that is doing this kind of work, and I’m proud to be a donor myself.”
For more information on United Way or to donate yourself, visit weareunited.com
The Big Reveal at The Bank Theatre
“The Big Reveal” featuring Tina Morgan: Older & Bolder – A Broadway Review will be held Saturday, October 14 at The Bank Theatre, 10 Erie St. S., Leamington. Doors will open at 6 p.m., feature the music of Tina Morgan, appetizers, beverage tastings and architect renderings to showcase the transforming of the space as they head into the next phase of building at The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. This will be the last scheduled show at The Bank Theatre until renovations are completed sometime in spring 2018.
The Bank Theatre president Ursula Tiessen is looking forward to The Big Reveal.
“Architect Joe Passa of Passa Associates will present a slideshow along with drawings on display of The Bank Theatre’s future space,” said Tiessen, adding, “the community, our Board of Directors, programming chairs and our volunteers have worked tirelessly fundraising and programming top notch events to bring our space to the premiere state of the art facility The Bank Theatre will become. The Municipality of Leamington, stakeholders and community partners have worked with us side by side in our efforts towards the revitalization of The Bank Theatre. The ticket outlet, lobby, washrooms, interior and exterior updates are planned, and the theatre will enhance our uptown core as well as attract locals and tourists looking for the best in arts and culture entertainment.”
Attendees will enjoy the musical stylings of Tina Morgan: Older & Bolder – A Broadway Review. Board member and event organizer Dennis Dick of The Bank Theatre is thrilled that Tina has enthusiastically embraced her upcoming performance.
A limited number of tickets are available for purchase in advance only at Counter Effects, 2 Iroquois Rd., online at www.banktheatre.com or by calling 519-326-8805.
held their annual county fundraising kickoff last week with a call to
who
They are looking to
Barry Horrobin, United Way Board Chair, Lorraine Goddard UW CEO, Mackenzie Bowden, On Track to Success student, Adrian Vido, 70 Years reUnited event Co-Chair, and Eric Griggs, UW Campaign Cabinet Chair and TD Bank Group District VP.
CiB announces September Fabulous Garden winners
By Catherine Riediger and Erna Wright
Hello Fall! September is the last month for the Fabulous Garden Display Competition. It has been a great year for gardens and the Landscape & Floral Committee has enjoyed viewing all the gardens submitted for this competition. Now the CiB Committee has the task of selecting the Best Blooming Awards for the following categories: Fabulous Residential Curb Appeal - Rural and Urban, Fabulous Business Curb Appeal and Best Blooming Streets Rural and Urban. If you have a garden you wish to nominate for the Best Blooming Awards, take a picture, indicate the address, business name or street, and email to cib@mdirect.net by October 12.
The September Fabulous Garden Display winners were:
• Larry Cook and Kathy Fulmer at 286 Robson Rd. Larry and Kathy’s home has beautiful vistas at both the back of their home which is Lake Erie and at the front of their home which is the garden.
They have recently planted a tri-colour beech, a red oak and a sweetgum tree to replace a couple of diseased Austrian pines. The trees are young at this time but when they mature the impact will be colourful and grand. The front door of the home is framed by two beautiful red flowering mandevilla plants in urns.
Another front yard feature is a graceful Bloodgood Japanese Maple tree. The deep-red leaf colour is picked up in pots of red star cordyline and coleus planted close by. Kathy has contrasted this with several bunches of black-eyed Susan, hydrangea and a tall multi stemmed lilac dahlia... spectacular colour combination.
This fabulous front garden is a little difficult to see from Robson Road so it is necessary to stop in the driveway and take a closer look.
• Lucas and Daniela George at 22 Sandy Lake Drive. The first visual impact at the George home is the very large urns beside the front entrance. The urns are full of a variety of
plant material in a myriad of colours to give that “wow” factor.
If you look closely at the picture you will see a whimsical scarecrow amongst the flowers. At the corner of the house is a very beautiful weeping Hinoki cypress tree with its long draping branches. There is a new weeping beech tree under planted with holly bushes and Japanese Blood Grass. This is a beautiful short (15”) grass with leaves that emerge green and turn red during the summer deepening to a darker crimson in fall. These colours complement both the weeping beech tree and the columnar beech trees which are also in the front garden.
Lucas has planted hydrangea shrubs and a hydrangea tree for further visual impact. The colour and variety in texture and form of the trees, perennials and shrubs create a very majestic front garden and great curb appeal.
Take a drive along Sandy Lake Drive and check out #22.
September Fabulous Garden Display winners are Lucas and Daniela George, 22 Sandy Lake Dr. They are pictured with their children Brady, Milana and Ella.
September Fabulous Garden Display winners are Larry Cook and Kathy Fulmer, 286 Robson Rd.
Gore Hill hosts Meet the Staff barbecue
Last week, Gore Hill Public School hosted a Meet the Staff evening. Families participated in a Scavenger Hunt, toured classrooms and enjoyed a barbecue hosted by the Parent Council. Families were also invited to create a “memory page” in a special scrapbook that was made available in the library. This book will be a keepsake of the children’s special memories about
Drivers beware of wildlife
Fall has arrived and motorists are reminded to drive with extra care and attention, especially during dusk and dawn, which is when most collisions with wildlife occur.
October to January is the peak time for these types of collisions, with November being the most dangerous.
Reduce your risk by:
• Watching your speed – if you’re going too fast, your ability to react is greatly compromised.
• Driving defensively – be prepared, especially when driving during times when visibility is reduced and fields or forests are nearby.
• Use your high beams – turning these lights on when applicable may help you see an animal up ahead as the light reflects from their eyes. Look towards both shoulders of the roadway.
• Don’t swerve – quick evasive actions may take you into the path of an oncoming vehicle or into a ditch. Slow down and brake while remaining in control of your vehicle.
a.m. to noon.
ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETS Sunday, October 15 Doors open at 1:00 p.m., meeting is at 1:30. Topic: Secrets for a Winning Orchid Display. St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave, just south of roundabout. No admission. Info: www.essexcountyorchidsociety.webs. com
LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETS Wednesday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. at Leamington United Church. Speaker is a representative from Lee Valley Tools. All are welcome for an evening of horticultural fellowship. For further information call 519-326-8529.
FOOD & FELLOWSHIP SUPPER, Monday, October 23, 5:006:00 p.m., Leamington United Church, 9 John St., welcomes those who are alone or experiencing hardships to come for supper. No charge.
FREE INFORMATION WORKSHOP ON ELDER ABUSE, Tuesday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m. at South Essex Community Council, 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Discussion is on elder abuse: types, how to recognize it, how to stay safe. Everyone welcome. Register by Oct. 18 by contacting Katja Wuerch at 519-326-8629 or kwuerch@secc.on.ca
COATS FOR KIDS NEEDS DONATIONS OF WINTER COATS AND ACCESSORIES, especially for boys and girls age 6-14. Items can be dropped off at the SECC office (215 Talbot St. E., Leamington), Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wheatley Arena, Kingsville Arena, Maurice’s (288 Erie St. S., Leamington), or taken directly to Fletcher’s Cleaners or Kennedy Cleaners in Leamington. Items will be accepted until October 27.
FALL RUMMAGE SALE - Friday, October 27 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville.
Wheatley Friendship Club ANNUAL FALL BAZAAR, Saturday, October 28 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 171 Erie St. N., Wheatley. Treasures Room, Crafts, Quilting Room, Bake Table and Tea Room.
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREAT WITH LEAMINGTON OPP! Tuesday, October 31at the Leamington OPP Detachment, 7 Clark St. W. Treats and hot chocolate. All kids welcome anytime between 4:008:00 p.m.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, November 1, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for
additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App .
COATS FOR KIDS DISTRIBUTION DAYS will take place at the Leamington SECC office at 215 Talbot St. E. on Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, November 7 from 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. If you or someone you know is in need of a winter coat or accessories, stop by the SECC office on one of these dates.
IS ANGER INTERFERING WITH YOUR WORK AND HOME LIFE? Are you struggling with your anger? The CommUnity Partnership is offering a coping with anger group. This 8-week program is designed to give a better understanding of anger and provide positive coping strategies. Groups will run Wednesdays at Erie Shores HealthCare and are free of charge. More info: Community Partnership 226-348-4548 or email info@cupartner.ca
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234. FREE RECOVERY PROGRAMS at South Shore Health Centre, 15 John St., Leamington: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Westover Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Women Only Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Guided Meditation Group; Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. SMART; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Recovery Support in Low German and Spanish; Fridays at 6:30 p.m. CA Group. Individual family and friends education and support to create a recovery plan call 519-990-2530 for an appointment.
SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn and share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings held last Wednesday of every month (except July and August) at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. Meetings resume in September. Everyone welcome!
THE SALVATION ARMY LEAMINGTON CC YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE open every Tuesdsay, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church, 88 Setterington St. The centre provides a safe supervised location and use of our computer lab, movies, videogames or table tennis etc. For more info contact us at 519-326-4901.
MOODS DISORDER GROUP MEETS the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, 1st Floor. Info: Nancy at 519-971-4050 or nrkolah@sympatico.ca
SOUTHWEST OUTDOORS CLUB MEETS the second Tuesday of every month in the upstairs hall of the Wheatley Legion starting at 7:00 p.m.
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Gore Hill school mascot Gus the Gator (a.k.a. Jak Thiessen) toured the school at Meet the Staff night, greeting students, left to right, Alexis Beaul, Nate Thiessen and Vivienne Fittler.
Gore Hill staff and parents celebrate the start of a good school year at a Meet the Staff barbecue. From left to right are staff members Rachel Prevett, Jillian Bawden, Jessica Sabelli and parent Kerri Dias.
(Submitted photos)
in the
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
The people with whom you have been spending your time have enjoyed your company, Aries. Now you have an opportunity to widen your social horizons even further.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
You have a specific goal in mind and a plan to accomplish it, Taurus. What you may not have counted on are the little obstacles that tend to pop up. Take them one by one.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
You might get a kick out of beating someone at their own game, Gemini. Just make sure you keep things lighthearted and that others are not slighted by your efforts.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, someone you love is far away and you are trying every way possible to close the distance. An impromptu trip to reconnect may be in order.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, you have been keeping a close watch on all of your behaviors for awhile now. This week you may be ready to let loose a bit and enjoy yourself with friends.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Some exciting news is coming your way, Virgo. Just be patient for a little longer because it will be well worth it to hear what others can’t wait to tell you.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, a busy week means it’s necessary to minimize distractions. This will help you get to the bottom of a problem much quicker. A time to relax is on the horizon.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Even though you can’t pinpoint it directly, Scorpio, you can tell something is going on that has been kept from you. Someone you thought was a friend may not be.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Don’t fret over trivial issues, Sagittarius. They will work themselves out without much intervention. Focus your energy on larger issues.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, you prefer to do things in the most direct manner possible. However, you may have to take a roundabout route in the next few days to complete a particular project.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Go out sometime this week and enjoy some conversation and fun with friends or coworkers, Aquarius. Soon enough you may not have much time for social engagements.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
It is easy for you to keep other people’s secrets, Pisces. Work on keeping some of your own concerns closer to the vest.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
OCTOBER 8
Bruno Mars, Singer (32)
OCTOBER 9
Bella Hadid, Model (21)
OCTOBER 10
Brett Favre, Athlete (48)
OCTOBER 11
Matt Bomer, Actor (40)
OCTOBER 12
Hugh Jackman, Actor (49)
OCTOBER 13
Jerry Rice, Athlete (55)
OCTOBER 14
Mia Wasikowska, Actress (28)
Ruthven resident wins $1,000,000
Lynn Mailhoit of Ruthven is celebrating after winning $1 million with ENCORE (LOTTARIO July 1, 2017). Lynn also won $10 on another selection bringing her winnings to $1,000,010.
“I’ve watched the television commercials for ENCORE so I thought ‘why not play?’ I am so happy I did!” shared Lynn while she picked up her winnings at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto.
“I had knee replacement surgery the week after I found out about the win, so my excitement had to be put on hold until I was feeling better,” Lynn explains.
Lynn is a retired school teacher and truly believes in the
value of education. She plans on using some of her win for Registered Education Savings Plans to help her five grandchildren with school.
Lynn and her husband also have plans of their own. “My husband and I will definitely get a new car, and our house could use a little sprucing up. The windows and the bathrooms will be on the top of the list,” she said.
“My win really hasn’t sunk in yet. It is still so surprising and incredible that I can share this with people I love, and still have lots left over!” she concluded.
The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Seacliff Drive in Leamington.
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Winning weekend for Novice AE
It was a winning weekend for the L.J. Fleming Ltd. Southpoint Novice AE Capitals.
On Friday night, Oct. 6 the Caps travelled to Amherstburg to take on the Novice Stars. Just over two and a half minutes in, Jonathan Recker was able to get the Caps on the board. After initially being stopped at the blue line, Recker was able to break in alone and fire one in from the slot. Collecting assists on the play were Kavan Wales and Aidan Pulley. With three minutes left to play in the first, Amherstburg evened the score. But only 31 seconds later, Zack Bradley was able to outrace the defensemen and take it in alone to bury it giving the Caps another lead.
After Amherstburg was able to again tie the score in the second period, both teams readied themselves for an exciting finish in the third.
Two minutes into the third, Tyler Thomas attempted a shot which went off their defender’s leg and straight to A.J. Youssef who fired in the rebound to give the Capitals another lead. This seemed to spark the young squad as they had numerous chances with prolonged pressure. Two minutes later, Brayden Foster chased the puck down and from a short angle lifted it over the goalie to give Southpoint a two-goal lead. Tyler Thomas assisted on the play.
Amherstburg was able to score with 7 minutes remaining to get within one but Karly Franklin shut the door on any comeback, stopping two breakaways en route to a well earned 4-3 victory.
On Saturday, Oct. 7 the AE Capitals hosted the Novice team from Essex. As was the case the previous night, Jonathan Recker was able to get the Capitals on the board first. Recker chipped it by the D and raced in on a breakaway, slipping the puck through the five-hole to give the home squad an early lead. Assisting on the play were Brayden Foster and Tyler Thomas.
Now in the second period, Zack Bradley took the puck from the blue line, snuck past the defenseman and went top shelf over their goalie to give the Caps a 2-0 lead.
The Essex Ravens got within a goal late in the second but this did not faze Southpoint at all. Only a few seconds after the Ravens’ goal, Jonathan Recker cleared the puck out of his zone sending Aidan Pulley in alone and he made no mistake firing in the Caps’ third goal of the game.
Essex snuck one in late in the frame but Nolan Meadows, along with his Capitals teammates, stood strong and finished with a well earned victory 3-2.
two tough fights. Kelsie Parish (second from left), in the 132 lb. class, lost to Jasmine Jasvdarrrlcus of Toronto in the finals to win the silver medal. Luca Coppola (far left) lost to Toronto’s Justin Parina for the bronze. This is the third time these boxers have fought, featuring two of the best featherweights in Ontario. After the Coppola fight, Parina’s coach came over to Luca and coach Doug Patterson (second from right) and said that he won the fight, showing a lot of class as a coach. Coach Patterson said there will be a rematch on December 7 — Coppola versus Parina — and Luca said this time he’s not going to leave it up to the judges. Tiago is from Short Sleeves and Kelsie and Luca are from Fighting Island. All of these boxers are trained by coach Doug Patterson at Seng’s Martial Arts and Fitness of Kingsville. (Submitted photos)
UMEI Junior Boys volleyball vs. Herman
The Lightning’s Brandon Snippe keeps the ball alive along the net in a WECSSAA Tier II junior boys volleyball match against the Herman Green Griffins at UMEI Tuesday, Oct. 3. The Lightning swept the three sets in scores of 25-6, 25-17 and 25-21 to bring their match record to 3-0 for 13 points — one behind first-place Catholic Central. The Lightning travelled to Cardinal Carter — the division’s only other 1A team — Tuesday, Oct. 10. Results were not available by press deadline.
Demand and availability
Nearly every spike in gasoline prices (at least since the early 1990s, when I started driving) seems to have one thing in common — flagrantly lame excuses.
The most recent example that I’m aware of was when petrol shot back up over a buck a litre with a vengeance in late August. Why? Well, the hurricane that ravaged Texas, of course. No, never mind the fact that Ontario doesn’t import so much as a drop of raw crude from the Lone Star State. That, for whatever reason, is beside the fact.
After that little tidbit of information was brought to the attention of Big Oil, it was pointed out that when a large producer is shut down, there’s more demand from remaining suppliers as a result. Makes sense. The thing is, as much raw crude that Texas provides, the entire state accounts for less than 3.3 per cent of the world’s total. Regardless, at the pump prices in Essex-Kent shot up by about 24 per cent, give or take a bit going from one town to the next.
That, as George “Dubya” Bush might have said, is some fuzzy math.
The business rules of supply and demand are not limited to gasoline and have dictated how far we have to dig into our wallets to purchase specific goods for centuries. As a classic car enthusiast, I can offer a reasonably good example. There were exactly 11,574 Z28 versions of the Camaro produced in 1973 and 96,751 with all trim/performance levels combined. The Z28’s 350 cubic inch motor produced 245 horsepower and 280 foot pounds of torque. In ’79, the number grew to 84,877 Z28s and 282,582 Camaros in total. Tighter emissions standards reduced the ’79 Z’s output to 175 horsepower and 270 ft./lb. or torque. Aside from 70 horsepower and design variations in the grill, fascia, bumpers, tail lights, C pillars and gauge arrangements, they’re the same car.
After perusing the classic car classifieds however, you’ll notice a HUGE difference. Most enthusiasts consider the ’73 a more attractive car because of the aforementioned aesthetic differences (demand) while the lower production figures and six extra years of abuse/wear and tear make them tougher to find (supply). With that being the case, a ’73 Camaro will easily fetch $15,000 more than a ’79 in the same condition. The market defies logic.
sections of the nosebleed seats. I remember when some of the southern U.S. teams started doing this. It almost instantly triggered a memory of a specific scene from The Wizard of Oz — “pay no attention to that man behind the curtain!”
I kind of suspect that tarping off seats at an arena is a strategy based on two parts business and one part psychology. In some cases, games that are not sold out get treated to a ‘media blackout’ where television networks don’t broadcast the action. Honestly, if the team can’t find 18,000 ticket buyers, who’s going to watch the game on TV? Those blackouts, from a business standpoint, are exercises in rubbing salt into one’s wounds.
And yes, there’s a pretty quick and easy solution for the unwelcome situation where supply exceeds demand — reduce the supply. This explains how the Winnipeg Jets are financially viable BECAUSE the MTS Centre seats less than 16,000 and not DESPITE the fact. Would ticket prices be as lofty if there were more seats available? Of course not.
This component of the strategy kind of ties into the psychological aspect of it all. We chuckle over the experiment where a toddler completely ignores a specific toy until someone else grabs it and either puts it on a shelf or starts using it. Suddenly, the child DEMANDS immediate access to that toy. Adults tend to scoff at such a rudimentary line of thinking, but go on to figure that they can survive just fine without a fancy new riding lawn mower until the neighbour gets one. Suddenly, the thing you didn’t need or want becomes a must have. That ’79 Camaro just became a ’73.
Truth be told, Ottawa doesn’t seem like much of a pro sports town. That might have something to do with the fact that it’s largest employer isn’t some international powerhouse of a corporation but rather the federal government — and people with government jobs are not allowed to accept sporting event tickets as gifts (a common perk that greases the wheels on many a business deal). I guess it makes sense — the last thing we need in Ottawa is more political corruption.
DALLAS SMITH
SIDE EFFECTS 2017 TOUR WITH SPECIAL GUEST LAUREN ALAINA
Thursday, October 26
THERESA CAPUTO
Friday, November 3
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN
A BROADWAY MUSICAL
Saturday, November 4
STYX
Sunday, November 12
MARIAH CAREY
ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU CONCERT
Friday, November 17
Tickets on sale October 13!
DUSTIN LYNCH
Sunday, November 19
EVANESCENCE
SYNTHESIS LIVE 2017
Saturday, December 9
DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE!
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT OPEN TO ALL AGES Saturday, January 20
Supply and demand with no regard for the modest differences in product flow freely into the business of professional sports. During the recently expired NHL offseason, a sum of about 1,500 seats at the Canadian Tire Centre — home of the Ottawa Senators — were removed. In most arenas, this simply means that massive tarps are placed over a few
Regardless, the Sens’ inability to sell out playoff tickets during a run that brought them as far as the conference finals is an embarrassment by Canadian standards. I try to be sympathetic — they’re sitting in a very thin, tight wedge between Leafs and Habs territories and I’ve heard that the arena’s Kanata location doesn’t make for a very convenient commute. On the other hand, the rest of the country’s hockey diehards will travel 90 minutes round trip to play in a beer league game where they get 20 minutes of ice time. Montreal and Toronto fans who’d kill for the chance to spend $150 on a nosebleed seat to one of THEIR team’s games will soon be looking upon the nation’s capital with the same level of disdain that they have for Florida, Phoenix, Raleigh, Anaheim, etc.
Tickets on sale now! A PARANORMAL EVENING WITH ALICE COOPER Thursday, March 1 Tickets on sale October 13!
HEDLEY CAGELESS TOUR WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS SHAWN HOOK & NEON DREAMS OPEN TO ALL AGES Sunday,
Tickets available at the Box Office, CaesarsWindsor.com, ticketmaster.ca or charge by phone 1-888-345-5885.
In an era where Quebec City and Hamilton hockey fans would offer vital organs for an NHL team, the Ottawa crowd should perhaps show a little more gratitude for what they’ve got. There are budding landscapers who’d be more than happy to take their neighbour’s riding lawn mower off their hands.
Jessop’s Journal
Flamingo bowling scores
The following are the Flamingo Restaurant bowling leagues scores for September 25.
Games Over 200: Aaron Dickau 247, Mauro Paglione 201, Tys Schaafsma 202-214, Kevin Kosempel 205, Robert Nykyforuk 200.
Series Over 550: Aaron Dickau 577, Mauro Paglione 551, Tys Schaafsma 608, Kevin Kosempel 555.
High Handicap Games: Henry Trynka 304, Nick Levchuck 285, Aaron Dickau 270.
High Handicap Series: Henry Trynka 783, Nick Levchuck 752, Tys Schaafsma 734.
Standings: Dickau Construction 12, Del Fresco 12, Rhine Danube 11, Weil’s Food 10, Fittler Farms 9, S.W. Property 9.
Congratulations to Henry Trynka. His 304 handicap game is so far the second highest bowled this season.
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, Oct. 2: North/ South - 1st Marie Ellwood and Dorothy McGregor, 2nd Henry Hildebrandt and George Hildebrandt, 3rd Derek Parry and Nancy Murphy. East/West - 1st Roger Cote and Jim Perkes, 2nd Sharon Lutz and Al Morrison, 3rd Roy Trowell and Mame Nicholson. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, Oct. 4: 1st Nancy Mrphy and Shirley Plant, 2nd Peter Scott and Mike Thomson, 3rd Sharon Lutz and Vi Major, 4th Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
Gore Hill Public School’s cross country team recently participated in the Regional Cross Country Meet. Two students, Lily Steinhoff and Hector Orozpe, placed in the top 20 of the over 100 competitors. Also, the Junior girls team placed second and will join Lily and Hector at the District Cross Country Meet next week at Malden Park. Good luck and congratulations to all participants! Members of Gore Hill’s cross country team are, front row, left to right: Max Wilkinson, Braydon Friesen, Hector Orozpe, Grace Bennett, Izzie
Miler, Elizabeth Hamm, Travis Reid, Lily Steinhoff, Auriana Miler, Allie Barnewall, Nataya Szatori, Christian Desjardins. Back row: Tyler Wilson, Emily Garton, Abbi Neufeld, Mrs. Coristine (coach), Joseph Hamm, Hunter Enns, Andrew Marchand, Daniel Hamm, Liam Brown, Andrew Demant, Michael Segedin, Ryan Klassen, Aidan Brown, Austin Wilson, Talyse Dias, Ardan Fischer, Mikaela Neufeld, Ms. Kunca (coach). (Submitted photo)
and expertise.
Leamington father and son are cycling for a cause
This November, David Dyck and his son Andrew of Leamington will be cycling in Myanmar to raise money to support women-owned businesses and farming enterprises. They are travelling with MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates), an international economic development organization whose mission is to create business solutions to poverty.
The Myanmar project endeavours to bridge the gap between poverty and opportunity by providing beneficiaries with both funding and business expertise. This five-year initiative aims to help 25,000 female entrepreneurs attain sustainable livelihoods for themselves and their families. All donations to this project are multiplied seven times in impact with funding from Global Affairs Canada.
You can help David and Andrew achieve their fundraising goal of $20,000 by donating at https://meda.org/ sponsor-a-participant/1051-andrew-and-david-dyck
Donations can also be sent directly to the MEDA office at 155 Frobisher Drive, Suite I-106, Waterloo, ON N2V 2E1. All monies raised will go directly to the project in Myanmar.
Follow David and Andrew’s trip at www.ladndad.wordpress.com
Golden Years golf report
Thirty-two Golden Years mini golfers managed 48 aces on October 5 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
Leading the charge with 5 aces were Dorothy Cascadden and Barry Sweet. John Murphy sank 4, followed by Cathy Dewhurst, Betty McManus and Barb Murphy with 3 each. Notching 2 apiece were Mary Binder, Murray Cascadden, Tom Dewhurst, Marie Lasi, Bill Mayville, Ernie Vandenberg and Gerrit Vriesen. Chipping in with 1 each were Mike Binder, Al Christie, Barbara Fick, Ron Fick, Loraine Fox, Vicky Harris, Lloyd Honey, Gail Johnston, Eileen McIntosh, Bob McWilliam and Bill Taylor.
One of the highlights of the day was John Murphy carding consecutive scores of 16 over 9 holes. Shooting 17 for 9 holes was Barb Murphy, followed by Mike Binder, Gerrit
Vriesen, Ron Fick and Barry Sweet. Gary Honey (3) and Cathy Dewhurst with 18.
After John Murphy shot his 32 over 18 holes, Gary Honey followed with 36, Gerrit Vriesen and Barry Sweet with 37, and Betty McManus, Mary Binder and Cathy Dewhurst with 38.
Low score over 36 holes went to Gary Honey with 75 and Barry Sweet with 78.
Capturing first place with 241 was Team 10 (Bill Mayville, Cathy Dewhurst, Bill Taylor). A 243 by Team 6 (Vicky Harris, Mary Binder, Gerrit Vriesen) was good enough for second place. Sharing third place with 244 were Team 2 (Gail Johnston, Betty McManus, Eileen McIntosh) and Team 9 (Bob McWilliam, Barb Murphy, Gary Honey). Play continues every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s.
Bush Wackers cruise to victory in Thursday night men’s golf league
In the final week of play at the Erie Shores Golf Club in the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League, under perfect summer-like conditions, the Bush Wackers cruised to victory winning the Ron Campbell Canadian Tire Trophy as this year’s top team by a huge 33-point margin with their grand total of 356 points. Team captain Raoul Morin and fellow players Mike Ferreira, Gary McRae, Gary Bondy, Sam Chacko, Phil Cornies, Dan D’Alimonte, Peter Fehr, Mike Herbert, Dave Owens, Neil Sawatzky, Jerry Meloche, Reg Morin, Chris Neumann, Will Peters, John Tofflemire and Jim Wiebe were all part of the group that led the way for most of the year.
Finishing tied for second, 33 points back with 323, were the teams of the Duffers & Bluffers, captained by Ward Hutchins, and the Sons of Pitches, led by captain Tim Tiessen, who made a big rally to catch the D & Bs by having a big 23 point night.
Team captain Brian Humphreys and fellow members of the Weapons of Grass Destruction squad finished fourth with their 263 point season to nip out team Primo, led by captain Matt Iacobelli, by just 2 points.
Ending the season in last place with 254 points was the team of Killer Tomatoes captained by Geoff Dunmore.
In individual game play, Brian Humphreys led the way again this past week shooting the second lowest gross round of the season with a 4 under par 31 on the front nine. Kevin Babkirk had the second best score of the week firing a 2 under par 33, while Ken Cobby was next at 1 under par 34.
On the low net side of golf, Kevin Babkirk’s hot round left him at the top with a 5 under par net 30 that was one better than the 4 under par net 31 scored by Reg Morin. Finishing next with 3 under par net 32s were Ken Cobby and Brian Humphreys, while Tim Rempel, Connor MacKinnon and Richard Lowes all finished tied for fourth with a 2 under par net 33s.
In the skins game, Kyle Humphreys was the only winner in the gross flight of +2 to 3, getting a birdie 3 on the 4th hole. But what a skin it was, including an extra bonus that left him with a season’s high grand total of $110.25 and the overall top winner of the year title.
Other skin winners for the evening included Chris Neumann who picked up 2 and Armand Mucci, Wayne Quinn, Jerry Meloche and Ralph Warkentin who all received singles.
In the final skins standings for the season, ending up in second place behind Kyle Humphreys, Ward Hutchins finished with $90.42, while Matt Iacobelli and Neil Debacker tied for third with $61.25 apiece. Ralph Warkentin was fifth with his $59.51 total, while Mike Ferreira was alone in sixth
place at $52.50. Tying for seventh place with $46.67 apiece were Matt Quiring, Mike MacKinnon, Will Peters and Brian Humphreys. Claudio Sabelli was next with $43.17, while Mike Herbert and Duane Vlodarchyk tied for twelfth spot with $42 each. Altogether there was a record number of 69 golfers who finished in the money in the skins game this year.
As the Thursday Night League season ends, a very special thank you goes out to league sponsor Bill Waechter of Leamington Canadian Tire and to CPGA’s Ryan Peltier and Charles Beneteau and the Erie Shores Pro Shop staff for all their assistance in running the league. Also thanks to Mike Toth and his greens crew for keeping the course in excellent shape and to starter Larry Stull, Kim deJong, Bill Slater, Roger Cote and Stacy, Bill, Peter and Greg of the Flamingo Restaurant for their great meals and service and, finally, to the Southpoint Sun for running the golf reports and stories every week throughout the season.
Father and son, David and Andrew Dyck, are cycling for a cause in November. They will be cycling in Myanmar with Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) in an effort to raise money to help bridge the gap between poverty and opportunity by supporting female-owned businesses and farming enterprises with both funding
Wheatley Sharks feast on Amherstburg Admirals
Over the course of one week, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks have gone from being the only winless team in the Stobbs Division to possessing the group’s longest current winning streak.
The Sharks had much to be thankful for but weren’t in the giving spirit with the Amherstburg Admirals over the holiday Monday, earning their fourth straight victory in a 4-1 decision at Wheatley Area Arena. Wheatley held its opposition to a single goal for the third consecutive time on home ice while the most recent win also gave the team sole possession of sixth place.
“What’s best is how the boys have been playing — they’re playing the systems to a tee,” explained Sharks head coach Dave Wiper. “We want to keep this train rolling. Tonight is a turning point for us — we’ve got a real shot at getting to .500.”
Neither team in the Thanksgiving Monday game was able to draw first blood in the opening period, although Dylan Muzzatti of the Admirals came close by ringing a wrist shot off the left post during a short breakaway opportunity. Both Daniel Tonietto — a former Admiral — and Catalin Morin were strong in net for Wheatley and Amherstburg, respectively. The Sharks registered a first period shots on goal advantage of 11-8.
The visitors took the lead 64 seconds into the second stanza when Josh Talerico snapped a pass from directly in front of the net, 20 feet out past a screened Tonietto. The Sharks continued to swarm around the offensive zone during power plays, but struggled to generate an ideal scoring chance against Morin until Drew Denomey set up Justin Pinsonneault. From the left side of the goal, Pinsonneault wasted little time burying the puck before the Admirals goalie could cross the crease to intercept. Alex Mosher also assisted on the tying goal, scored with 3:45 left on the game clock.
Amherstburg came up with a 12-11 shots on net upper hand through the middle 20 minutes.
The Admirals again built a slightly favourable shots on net margin in the third — 10-9 — but paid the price for mistakes against a persistent, high-pressure Sharks club. Carter Mastronardi potted the game winner unassisted during an offensive rush, beating Morin’s glove on the short side after precisely three minutes of play. Parker Boyle added the first insurance tally less than two minutes later, solving the Admirals’ netminder with a waist-high wrist shot on a breakaway, also unassisted. Amherstburg called a 30-second timeout to regroup, but suffered another setback just beyond the period’s midway mark when a high wrist shot was deflected and skittered just inside the right post and just over the goal line before Morin could pounce on it with his glove. Ryan Zsebok scored the goal, his team’s third unassisted marker of the period.
The Sharks were one for five on the power play and outshot the Admirals 31-30. The guests were zero for three on the man advantage.
“Our rookies are making big contributions and it’s breeding confidence,” said Wiper. “Gap control is really bringing shots and goals against down. I can’t say enough about the Carvalho, Mastronardi, (Steve) MacDonald line — they’re making everyone better. At the same time, guys like Cronheimer and Hammond were playing like veterans out there tonight.”
With key defensemen Antonio Ciampa, Ben Nicholls and Curtis Rodrigues out of the lineup, the Sharks made roster adjustments that have turned out favourably.
“Dawson Iles has been stellar for us both on offense and defense,” Wiper noted.
In an uncommon Saturday evening home game, the Sharks came out on top in a 5-1 decision over the visiting Kings. Dresden struck early with a Brantly Kuipers goal 49 seconds after the opening faceoff, but would not beat Tonietto a second time. Iles tied the score about five-and-a-half minutes later before Mastronardi potted the game winner with 70 seconds left in the opening period.
Cameron Cronheimer and Steve MacDonald added to Wheatley’s lead in the middle frame, where the hosts amassed a 17-7 shots advantage. MacDonald finished the scoring with an unassisted effort against Dresden goalie Cody Hitchcock. The Sharks outshot the Kings 36-28 and were zero for three on the man advantage while the visitors were zero for one.
Three nights earlier, Wheatley won its second in a row with a 6-3 victory over the hosting Wallaceburg Lakers. Jake Pickersgill started the scoring about nine minutes into the first before Kyle Gagnon added a pair to expand the lead to 3-0. Josh Oberg beat
ABOVE - Cole Welsh of the Admirals chases the Sharks’ Jake Pickersgill behind the Amherstburg net during the second period of a Monday, Oct. 9 Stobbs Division game at Wheatley Area Arena. The Sharks extended their winning streak to four games with a 4-1 victory. (SUN Photos)
RIGHT - Luke Warnock of the Admirals tries to prevent the Sharks’ Parker Boyle from passing the puck to a teammate in front of the Amherstburg net.
Dylan Zelko late in the opening 20 minutes to start the second period at a 3-1 score. Delaney MacDonald allowed Wheatley to regain a two-goal cushion early in the second, but Zander Wright and Ryan MacAlpine replied for the Lakers to bring the home team within a goal. The Sharks however put the game away early in the third with power play tallies buried 36 seconds apart — first by Boyle and then Zsebok. Wheatley established a modest 31-30 shots on goal advantage, going two for four on the power play compared to Wallaceburg’s zero for seven.
The Sharks will host the Lakers Monday, Oct. 16 with a 7 p.m. start for their third home game in a row. They’ll return home Monday, Oct. 23 for a 7 p.m. opening faceoff against the Lakeshore Canadiens.
Rebels outrun Lions in senior football
By Bryan Jessop
The Leamington Lions spent 48 minutes searching for answers to Riverside’s offensive speed, but were only given the ‘run around’.
Utilizing a consistent string of sweep plays to the outside of the LDSS defensive line, the visiting Rebels spoiled Leamington’s home opener in a 42-19 final. The loss dropped the Lions’ record to one win and two losses in the five-team WECSSAA 2A Tier II division while Riverside improved to 2-1-0.
Leamington’s offense was effective at times, but lost possession of the ball on four fumbles by the time the opening play of the third quarter had come to an end.
“We shot ourselves in the foot with turnovers,” explained LDSS head coach Jason Primeau. “We’ve also got to get better containing the outside run. We have to tackle better and be in better condition.”
The Lions threatened to score early, but a fumble at Riverside’s 21-yard line sent the ball in the other direction in the opening minutes of the first quarter. Later in the first, Billy Friesen made a 25-yard jaunt into the end zone to give the hosts a 6-0 lead. The PAT kick sailed just under the uprights’ crossbar to prevent the additional point.
Another Lions’ fumble was recovered by the Rebels’ de-
fensive line at the visitors’ 38-yard line early in the second quarter to eventually set up an 18-yard pass and run play into Leamington’s end zone for a 7-6 lead. The LDSS offense fumbled again on its own 40, allowing Riverside to advance the ball 31 yards before a short pass and run play altered the score to 14-6. The guest team’s receivers struck again on the last play of the half on yet another pass/run combo that began at Leamington’s 35-yard line. A successful point after kick brought the halftime score to 21-6.
The second half began on a sour note for Leamington’s offense, with a kick return fumbled — and recovered by the Rebels’ kick team — at the Riverside 45. Undaunted, the Lions brought the ball back to the opposition’s two-yard line later in the quarter before Friesen made a quick dash into the end zone. With another PAT attempt that soared just below the uprights, the score stood at 21-12.
Junior Cougars win third straight
By Bryan Jessop
Despite a few defensive lapses, the Cardinal Carter junior football team’s perfect record remains intact.
The Cougars hosted and defeated the St. Joseph’s Lasers Wednesday, Oct. 4, one week after a convincing home opener win against Tecusmeh Vista Academy. The St. Joe’s offense proved a more formidable force than what Carter faced a week earlier, but the Cougars still prevailed in a 36-26 final.
The hosts received somewhat of a scare when Preston Knight was slow to get to his feet after a big rushing gain to the St. Joseph’s 25 yard line, but the key running back returned to the gridiron later in the game. The first scoring play occurred when Erick Tavares went on a 23-yard sprint into the Lasers end zone, topped by a successful two-point conversion run by quarterback Zach Penner.
The guests were quick to reply however, gaining a handful of first downs before making a three-yard plunge over the goal line on the possession following the first Cougars’ major. The PAT attempt failed, keeping the score at 8-6 favouring Cardinal Carter to start the second quarter.
The guests’ kick return team advanced the ball to their own 45-yard line before setting up a 65-yard run on the next play to widen the scoreboard’s gap to 28-12 following the PAT. Later in the third, an 11-yard running play cushioned Riverside’s lead by another seven points.
A push by Leamington’s offensive line midway through the fourth quarter allowed quarterback David Letkeman to carry the ball just over the goal line on a third down play to get the Lions within two touchdown/conversion plays of the Rebels after a single point kick that found its mark. Riverside however put the game away with a rapid 10-yard pass and run play that finished the scoring.
The game was called off with 3:31 showing on the scoreboard after a Rebels’ player suffered a severe break to one of his legs deep in Lions’ territory.
On Friday, Sept. 29, LDSS improved to 1-1 with a 42-34 victory over the General Amherst Bulldogs in Amherstburg.
“We played well at General Amherst,” Primeau explained. “We let them back into the game in the third (quarter), but closed it out in the fourth. We played much tougher than we did today (against Riverside).”
Leamington’s season started Thursday, Sept. 14 with a 41-0 loss to Tecumseh Vista Academy, which has yet to surrender a point in three games.
“We’re young and inexperienced, but we’re getting better,” Primeau said of his team. “There’s still
lots of room to improve.”
Leamington’s regular season schedule will continue Friday, Oct. 13 at Tecumseh Vista Academy with a 1 p.m. start against Lajeunesse and wrap up at home Friday, Oct. 20 with a 3 p.m. opening kickoff against Vista.
The Lasers continued to mix outside sweeps and driving through holes in the line as first half minutes ticked away while its defense picked off a Penner pass at the St. Joe’s 42yard line. A 14-yard touchdown sprint and successful twopoint attempt brought the score to 14-8 — the first time the Cougars trailed this season. Cardinal Carter’s offense continued to find solutions however, starting with a gutsy decision for Louie Elias to run the ball on a third down from the Lasers’ 37-yard line. The gamble paid off, as Elias eluded tacklers to come up with not only first down yardage, but a touchdown to tie the score. Carlos Dagloria’s extra point kick put the home team back into the lead by a 15-14 margin.
The slim lead seemed destined to be the halftime score, with the Cougars taking possession of the ball near midfield in the opening half’s dying seconds. A couple quick plays however set up a perfect pass from Penner to Tavares for a combined 43-yard scoring charge. Dagloria’s PAT brought the score to 22-14 on the last play of the half.
AJ Antunes put an abrupt halt to a Lasers’ offensive drive by pouncing on a fumble from his team’s 36-yard line to set the pace for the third quarter. St. Joe’s appeared to do the same later on when grabbing a Cougars fumble at the guest team’s 18yard line, but an objectionable conduct call granted the hosts a first down at the Lasers’ 11. Cardinal Carter’s offense made the most of the situation, as Noah Anscombe made a five-yard run into the end zone on the same possession. Another good PAT kick brought the score to 29-14.
Attempting to punt the ball away on a third down late in the quarter, a bad snap instead brought the ball to the visitors’ twoyard line. On the first play of the fourth quarter, Knight cashed
in on the opportunity with a two-yard dash for a 36-14 score following the point after kick.
St. Jospeh’s made a valiant comeback attempt from there, starting with the recovery of a Cougars’ fumble at the home team’s 48-yard line. A short, five-yard pass and run play with an unsuccessful PAT attempt brought the score to 36-20. A bad snap for Cardinal Carter led to possession for the Lasers starting at the Cougars’ 16-yard line. From four yards out, another short touchdown run brought the guests within 10 points. A failed two-point conversion and onside kick recovered by the home team however prevented the gap from narrowing as the game concluded.
“The first quarter was about basic fundamentals — we have to execute and we can’t always rely on the starters,” explained Cougars’ coach Andrew George. “Their offense ran traps against us and our defensive tackles were too aggressive on it instead of staying in their gaps. Fortunately, we still had a balanced offense and our special teams did pretty well.”
George explained that his team’s schedule will get tougher from here, as road games at L’Essor, Herman and Belle River are expected to be major challenges to the Cougars’ perfect record.
“We’ve got to play more disciplined football,” said George, referring in part to a string of offside penalties called against his defense. “Our guys need to do their jobs.”
The team’s head coach credited a familiar group of key players to playing major roles in success against the Lasers — Penner, Alex Jones, Tavares, Knight and Anscombe.
“Those were the five that led the charge today,” George
Xavier Leonard eludes a would-be Riverside tackler as he gains first down yardage during the second half of a WECSSAA senior football game at the old LDSS football field on Talbot Street West Thursday, Oct. 5.
noted.
Cardinal Carter will play in L’Essor, Herman and Belle River October 11, 18 and 25, respectively. They will return home Wednesday, Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. against St. Anne’s to finish the regular season.
Alex Jones of the Cougars sidesteps a tackle during the first half of a WECSSAA junior football game Wednesday, Oct. 4 at Cardinal Carter. The Cougars trailed early in the second quarter, but came back for a 36-26 win to bring their record to 3-0.
Noah Anscombe gains yardage during the second half of a WECSSAA junior football game against the St. Jospeh’s Lasers Wednesday, Oct. 4 at Cardinal Carter.
Mike Ciacelli’s Plum Crazy 1970 Dart
The Chrysler Corporation produced the popular mid-sized Dodge Dart from 1960 to 1976. Here is the story of one of them.
Mike Ciacelli was born and raised in Leamington. One of his first cars was a 1970 Dodge Challenger with a 340 V8. One day while driving along the highway the hood flew up and totalled the car (but not Mike). He had forgotten to attach the hood pins.
Now needing another car, he started looking for a Dodge Dart because it would be smaller and could be made to go faster. He saw a ’67 Dart for sale in Harrow, but parked beside it was a blue ’70 Dart, and Mike liked the ’70 styling better. Upon closer inspection, the blue was a repaint covering up the original Plum Crazy colour. Mike, hungry for more horsepower, bought the car and replaced the 318 V8 in the car with the 340 V8 from his Challenger.
For body and paint, Mike took his car to Wolbers Auto Body in Ruthven and quickly discovered that his Dart was a virtually rust-free car from western Canada. With Mike working with Wayne Potter at the shop, the Dart was completely stripped down inside and out. Mig welding had just come into use and a damaged panel on the car was replaced with identical sheet metal, and you cannot see where the new piece joins the rest of the car. When the work was completed, Mike’s Dart now had the dazzling Plum Crazy finish that was on the car when it left the factory.
By 1987, the car was ready for Show and Go. Mike met his future wife in Windsor and they enjoyed many drives in the “new” Dart. Mike also took it to the drag strip in Sparta
near St. Thomas several times and consistently ran through the quarter mile at just over 14 seconds. Then he added headers to the engine and cut his time down to 13.9 seconds and 102 miles an hour across the finish line.
The tire-squealing fun lasted until 1993 when Mike got married and sold the Dart, replacing it with a more suitable family car. But Mike’s Plum Crazy Dart is still in the Leamington area and was recently seen at the Apple Fest Car Show at Colasanti’s in Ruthven.
It might even be for sale. Will Mike buy it back? If he does, you’ll read all about it right here. Stay tuned!
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
OBITUARY
Elva Sheldon
Elva Sheldon, 80 years, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Erie Shores HealthCare. Wife of the late Eugene (May 2017). Loving mother of Judy Hodgson (Rob Dicaire), Tracy Hicks (Jim). Adored grandmother of Chris (Bobbi), Tammy (Steve), Doug (Shelly), Stephanie, Michael (Laurra), Samantha (Danny). Proud great-grandmother of 13 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Roland Imeson (late Ruth), Linda Cowan (Murray). Predeceased by Jimmy, Duain (late Marion). Survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorial visiting will be held at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, October 12, 2017 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. No service to follow.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made to Erie Shores Hospice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
Caterina Del Greco
Caterina Del Greco (nee Zompanti), 96 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2017 at Erie Shores HealthCare.
Beloved wife of the late Loreto (1984). Loving mother of Angelo (Gloria), Maria Colasanti (Antonio), Gino (Mary), Tony (Angela). Cherished Nonna of Andy (Kerrie), Christina (Helmut), Linda (Tony), the late Antonette, the late Dina, Tania (Felice), Chris (Laura), Dave (Melissa), Tim (Amanda), Melissa (Marc), Danielle, and proud Bis Nonna of 17 greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of Anna Valeri (Orlando). Predeceased by siblings Concetta Rea (Vincenzo), Antonio Zompanti (Elena), Fernanda Paniccia (Elio), Theresa Rossetti (Angelo), Gino Zompanti (Elena), Angela Saccoccia (Vince). Adored aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) Monday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until time of departure for St. Michael’s Church at 11:15 a.m. Mass of the Resurrection was held at St. Michael’s Church at 11:30 a.m. Entombment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Erie Shores Hospice or St. Michael’s Church Building Fund would be appreciated.
Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
Remo Coretti
Remo Coretti, 81 years: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Remo on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Windsor Regional Hospital, Met Campus.
Roy Robert Lee 1924 - 2017
Roy Robert Lee, 93 years, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 2, 2017.
Beloved husband of Gina (Sanita). Dear father of Antonella Makhlouf (Charlie) and Diana Coretti. Loving Nonno of James and Lucas. Dear brother of Rosina Piroli (late Domenico), the late Giuseppe Coretti (late Zita), Maria Castrechini (late Fernando), Oliva DeBenedetti (Tony). Remo will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631).
Mass of the Resurrection was held at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Erie Shores Hospice.
Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Elder abuse information workshop
Join other members of the community for a free information session on Elder Abuse. Guest speaker Erin Alliet from the Client Intervention Program at Family Services Windsor-Essex will be on hand to discuss types of elder abuse, how to recognize elder abuse, and how to stay safe from elder abuse.
This workshop is open to the public, with a special interest to those ages 55 and older. Families and caregivers are welcome.
The workshop will take place at South Essex Community Council (SECC), 215 Talbot Street E, Leamington, on Tuesday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m. for a 30 minute presentation. Refreshments will be provided.
Those planning to attend
Wheatley Br. 324 Legion News
By Jan Watson
Julie Reid and Larry Evoy won 7 games at Fun Darts on September 29 at Wheatley Legion. Mary Robinson, Bonnie Evoy and Jim McClellan won 4 games. Tied with 3 wins were Rosemary Duquette, Gerry Hucko and Tom Lorondeau – Velma Hope, Richard Howe and Arnold Seili. Also tied, with 2 wins, were Debbie Seili and Tim Moore – Steve Acott and Gord Crook. Ladies doubling out were Julie, Bonnie, Rosemary, Velma and Debbie.
Join the Fun Darts players Fridays. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.
Pat Playford, with 3 wins, was the luckiest at the Meat Draws that were run by Tommy Brown on September 30. June Epplett won meat and the 50/50 draw. Other winners were Jerry Malott, Jan Watson, Mary Robinson, Norma Dunmore, Ernie Banyai, Yvonne Prudence and Brad Dunmore. Thank you to Linda Derbyshire for her generous donation of two rhubarb pies that were won by Mary Robinson and Rick McNeely. Meat Draws are held every Saturday from 3:30-5:00 p.m.
The Ladies Auxiliary will serve breakfast this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Poppy Days in Wheatley and Leamington will be held on November 3 and 4. Sign up sheets for each area are now on the bulletin board at the Branch. If you can, please sign up for an hour or two to help our veterans and their dependents who are in need.
The Zone A2 Dart Tournament will be held in Wheatley on November 4. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Sign up soon if you plan to play. Quilters… sign up for the Quilts of Valour group. They will meet the first Saturday of each month as long as the upstairs hall is available. You need only a sewing machine and your lunch. If you don’t have a sewing machine, one will be provided. Call Sony 519354-8760 or 226-350-7794. Financial donations, which are tax deductible, are being accepted at the Branch in exchange for a QOV tote bag. Donations of 100% cotton, cotton or poly/cotton batting and thread are also being accepted. In the words of one veteran… “that quilt brought a new healing for me. I wish I could explain how deeply the gift touched me. Those who put their hearts and hands into this I cannot thank you enough.”
Beloved husband of the late Madeline (2016).
Loving father of the late Rick (2008), Wayne and wife Penny, Terry, Randy and wife Debi, and the late Barbara (2010).
Roy will be missed by his grandchildren. Dear brother of Gladys Lee, June Metcalf and husband the late Bill, and the late George (1995) and wife Ivy.
Roy graduated from the University of Toronto (BSc) and University of Windsor with a Master’s Degree. He was a professional engineer for the County of Essex until his retirement. He served with the RCAF in WWII, was a life member at Erie Shores Golf Club, loved to golf, member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 71 years, member of the Leamington Masonic Lodge, an avid reader, and fond of his cat Rexy.
At Roy’s request, cremation has taken place and a private family service in Stratford will follow at a later date.
If you wish to donate in Roy’s memory, donations can be made to The Salvation Army, or take a senior out to lunch and possibly enjoy a pint of beer, friendship and a few laughs.
are asked to register with Katja Wuerch at SECC by Wednesday, October 18 at 519-326-8629 or kwuerch@ secc.on.ca
We love you Dad.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) www.reidfuneralhome.ca
E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:30 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@mnsi.net We accept
SERVICES
COMPLETE PAYROLL
SERVICES - 10 years experience. Bookkeeping services- 5 years experience. Please contact Jocelyn at 519-564-1001 or via email at jocelynamaralz@gmail.com.
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B&B MOVING & DELIVERIES - Three guys with extensive experience moving and delivering furniture. 10% senior and student discounts. For all your moving needs, call Neil for a free quote at 519-566-1366. oc11-de27
SOUTHPOINT PRINT: Envelopes, invoices, flyers, postcards, brochures, booklets, drivers logs, tickets, and many other custom print jobs. Call Mallory 519-398-9098 or mallory@southpointsun.ca. tf
HOUSE/COTTAGE SITTING
SERVICE - Protect your home while you are away. Frequent checks are performed, as per your request, to protect from theft or any major breakdowns that may unexpectantly occur. I have 12 years experience, I’m trustworthy, honest and reliable. I am insured, have police clearance and references available. Call Jenny at 519-819-2002 or email jstevenson01@hotmail.com. oc4-18
ITEMS FOR SALE
B&B NEW & USED FURNITURE, Now Open at 8 Talbot West, Wheatley. Specializing in Mennonite made furniture, log furniture, poly furniture. Something for everyone. 519-566-1366. oc11-27
SEVERAL 128 OZ GLASS JARS (3.79L ) $3 each. Call 519-982-5992. jn21-tf
YARD SALES
FOR RENT
LAKEFRONT 3 BEDROOM home on County Road 50 in Harrow, close to JR Park Homestead and wineries. Available immediately through January 31, 2019. $1500/ month plus utilities. Call 519965-9601 oc11
FALL RUMMAGE SALEChurch of the Epiphany 96 Main St. W. Kingsville. Friday, October 27 9:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. Saturday, October 28 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon oc11-25
PAPER HANDLERS
Balzer & Wiens
Dr. Brian E. Adamson 24 Oak St. East LEAMINGTON 519-326-8413
Eye examinations by appointment
NOTICES
YARD SALE - HALLOWEEN DECOR, Christmas decor, household items, treadmill. Friday, October 13 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 9 Lathrop Lane. oc11
TALBOT SQUARE PLAZA - 114 Talbot Street East, Leamington, for lease. 3175 square feet, zoned commercial. Presently run as a catering business. Kitchen equipment - some for sale. Available for other uses - if less space is needed, we will divide to suit your needs. Call 519-326-2208. au2-tf
RUMMAGE SALE - Leamington United Church, 9 John Street. Friday, October 13 from 9 am to 1 pm and Saturday, October 14 from 9 am to noon. oc4-11
LADIES, YOU ARE INVITED to a dinner evening at Colasanti’s on Monday, October 16 at 6pm. Cost $18. Inspirational speaker and musician Suzanne Baresich will speak on “Victory”. Our special feature is Marilyn Tharasher of Positive Image, Kingsville. Reservations by Fri. Oct. 13 with Sharon 519-326-0421. oc11
ERIE
APARTMENTS
137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call 519-791-1972
KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 - Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $16 (Ribs or Perch) Other weekly menu items $14. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. 519-7335162 (office) or 519-7339081 (bar) ja6-tf
WANTED - for Essex County’s Largest Community Newspaper Press. Part-time hours. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - hours vary. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. May be ideal for student or active retiree. Drop resumes off at the Southpoint Sun Office 194 Talbot St. E., Unit 5 Leamington or email to sun@southpointsun.ca. oc11-tf
Advertise your Coming Event in the Classifieds for only $10 a week (word ads only)
E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:30 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@mnsi.net We accept CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD
We are seeking GREENHOUSE
PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES
• Compensation is $12.00/hr
• Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) Please apply at: careers@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4
Via Verde Hydroponics Ltd.
is looking for:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
• Job duties include plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup, other farm duties as assigned, clean work area, check product for quality assurance, transplant crops, vegetable propagation, sort, pack and stack produce.
• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse.
• Salary: $11.60 per hour, minimum 45 hours/week including weekends and holidays. Permanent full time job.
No experience or education required.
Email resume to: hr@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290
1102 Mersea Road 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V6
CRC FARMS LIMITED
is looking to hire for the following position:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
Job Duties:
Transplant seedlings, plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, sort, pack and stack produce, clean work area, check products for quality assurance, greenhouse clean up, other farm duties as assigned. Job is physically demanding, hot and humid during summer months. No experience or education required.
Salary:
$11.60/ hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends
Forward resume to: (E) hr@sunritegreenhouses.com (F) 519-733-5290
381 Seacliff Drive, Leamington, ON N8H 3T9
GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED
Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.
Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends $11.60 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable.
Must have own transportation.
Apply: Southshore
Greenhouse Worker
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting
• Checking quality of harvested produce
• Other duties as assigned
WORK CONDITIONS:
• Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods
• Bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail
• Working at heights, hot environment
WAGE AND HOURS:
• 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays
• Wage: 11.60/hour, seasonal, full time
GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER WANTED - Seasonal and full time employment. Wages $11.60/hour. Minimum 48 hours, Monday - Saturday. Must be able to maintain attendance, vital for harvesting. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates - 40 lbs., working in hot conditions. No experience and no education required. Send resume to: Ingratta Farms, 341 Morse Road, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 or fax 519326-1082. jl26-oc11
Aug 29, 2017
GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOUR - Full time and full time/part time positions available. 40-48 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Wages $11.60/hours. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting and other duties as assigned. No experience or education required. Apply to IPR Farms Ltd. by fax 519-326-6702 or email hriprfms@gmail.com. au23-oc25
PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers.
Personnel by Elsie Cara Joyce
No Education Required. No Experience Required. Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER WANTED. Wages $11.60/hour. Minimum 40+ hours Monday through Saturday. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates 50 lbs., working in hot conditions. Duties include planting, pruning, suckering, harvesting and other duties as assigned. Drop off or send resume to: Mastr Veggies / Mastr Grow Farms, 453 Seacliffe Drive West, Leamington, Ontario N8H 4C9. se20-oc25
RIDGE FARMS, 369 TALBOT ST. W. LEAMINGTON. Greenhouse worker. Job duties include such crop as work, winding , pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, ability to distinguish between colours, working with sprayer, clipping ,suckering, lowering, deleafing, grading and transplant crops, sort, pack and stack produce, detect disease in crop, greenhouse clean-up and other duties as assigned. Job requires standing bending, kneeling for long periods of time, and working under hot, dusty, humid conditions. Fast-pace environment, work under pressure, repetitive tasks, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, hand-eye co-ordination, ability to distinguish between colours. Sitting, combination of sitting, standing & walking, standing for extended periods, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling. Location - rural area, working at heights in dusty, hot and humid conditions. No education or experienced required. Salary - $11.60 per hour, minimum 45 hours / week including weekends and holiday. Permanent full time seasonal position. Beginning January 1, 2018. Please forward your resume by email to ridgefarms@sympatico.ca
Paint Line-Assemblers
$13.50/hour + bonus
Goes up to $15.50 per hour Day Shift
Union Shop Benefits Harrow Non-ticketed MIG Welders needed
$15.50/hour Goes up to $16.85/hr Steady days
Union shop Benefits Harrow
Apply w/ resume to Elaine elaine@personnelbyelsie.com
PERSONNEL by Elsie 5923 Tecumseh Rd East Windsor 9 AM - 3 PM Walk ins are welcome!
DINIRO FARMS INC, 725 Mersea Rd. 5 Leamington, is looking for 13 permanent full-time Greenhouse Workers. No experience necessary. $11.60/hr, 40-48hrs/ wk including Saturdays and/ or Sundays. Start ASAP. Duties include: hand harvesting, tying, clipping, deleafing, cleaning, packing. Repetitive tasks, physically demanding, standing for extended periods in a hot environment. Own transportation, rural area. No experience or education required. Email resume: dinirofarms@ wavedirect.net. eow-oc11
$11.60/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/ wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnalcejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education required. oc11
2017-2018
Western Conference Standings as of October 10, 2017
Flyers shoot down St. Thomas Stars
By Bryan Jessop
with quick passes, quick thinking and quick skaters, the Flyers made quick work of the visiting St. Thomas Stars.
Leamington posted its eighth win of the season Thursday, Oct. 5 in a 7-3 win over their Elgin County guests, extending a streak of victories to three games. The win also marked the third straight game where the Flyers scored six or more goals in a game and pulled them into a first overall tie in the GOJHL with the Caledonia Corvairs ad St. Catharines Falcons.
“We had a lot of good jump to us tonight,” said Flyers head coach Tony Piroski. “We started out well and then got into some penalty trouble, but when we combine some good passes with speed, it’s going to create some opportunities.”
“There’s
The Flyers played a spirited first period, foiling a handful of what should have been routine puck-clearing plays for the Stars’ defense. The pressure and persistence was rewarded after about three-and-a-half minutes, as Leamington wasted little time taking advantage of the power play. Eleven seconds after starting their first man advantage, the Flyers went up 1-0 as Rory DiNiro sent an ice level wrist shot from inside the faceoff circle to the left of the St. Thomas net into the goal’s right corner. Nathan Skulley and Preston Corp set up the marker.
by Pope-Ferguson, who quickly sent the puck back toward the goal and over the line at ice level, unassisted. From there, Anthony Hurtubise took over in the Stars’ crease. Leamington fired 16 shots on net in the second frame while St. Thomas tested Meyerink with another eight.
St. Thomas forwards played a livelier game in the third, where they started the scoring with a low Kevin Hu shot during a rush at the Leamington net. Jake Nimmo replied for the Flyers to regain the four goal advantage with a deflection on a Bryce O’Brien shot from the point, redirecting the puck into the top left corner of Hurtubise’s net. Kade McKibbon was credited with the second assist.
a lot of the season left to play and all these teams are going to get better — and so will we.”
- Tony Piroski
The teams traded two-minute minors from there before the home team was assessed a five minute major when Skulley was ejected for head contact. Adam Keyes of the Stars beat Connor Meyerink with a sharp angle shot into the left side of the net to tie the game during the power play. St. Thomas however had to settle for breaking even on the five-minute advantage, as Cody Schneider split the opposition’s defense for a successful breakaway opportunity. With Jake Rendall in close pursuit, Schneider beat Kodi Oude Vashaar to the stick side from a couple steps in front of his crease for Leamington’s second shorthanded tally of the season.
Through 20 minutes, the Flyers outshot the visitors 11-6.
The hosts stepped up the offensive pressure another notch in the middle period, padding their lead with another three goals. Leamington struck again on the power play when a deflected Preston Corp shot took a bounce in the crease before redirecting itself over the line. Assists went to Jaydon Fetter and Dalton Langlois. Just over a minute latter, Griffin Robinson registered his eighth of the season for the night’s first even strength goal. Rushing toward the St. Thomas net from it’s left side, Robinson planted a wrist shot under the crossbar after taking a feed from Blake Bain.
The two sides traded goals a second time, starting with a Mason Millman shot above a sprawling Meyerink during a Stars’ power play. Robinson buried his second of the game 47 seconds later taking a series of quick passes from Zach Guiltbeault and Bain before wiring a hard wrist shot into the mesh of the opposition’s goal.
Leamington outshot St. Thomas 3723 as both teams were two for four on the power play.
“I thought we played really well,” said Robinson, who’s scored seven goals in his last three games. “We lost Skulley early, but we adapted to that. For us, we just have to keep the game simple — get pucks in, get pucks out and keep working the cycle.”
“We’re getting a little better and we’ve got a long way to go,” Piroski noted. “There’s a lot of the season left to play and all these teams are going to get better — and so will we.”
Leamington visited the Strathroy Rockets — the last team they had yet to play — Saturday, Oct. 7. The Flyers skated away to a 3-1 win, with Leamington scoring provided by Corp, Pope-Ferguson and after the Rockets made it 2-1, Bryce O’Brien. Leamington outshot its hosts 43-41 and went zero for three on the man advantage while Strathroy was held to zero for five.
The Flyers’ next home game will be Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7:10 p.m. against the Rockets. The Thursday, Oct. 19 home game against the Chatham Maroons will serve as the Flyers’ annual Pink at the Rink fundraiser in support of breast cancer.
Less than a minute and a half after the Stars bench called a 30 second timeout to regroup, Josh Pope-Ferguson made it 5-1. Oude Vashaar took hold of a dump in on net, only to be intercepted
The LaSalle Vipers handed a 4-1 loss to the St. Marys Lincolns Wednesday, Oct. 4 while the London Nationals won 5-2 at home against the Sarnia Legionnaires. Sarnia nipped Strathroy 4-3 in overtime on Thursday before LaSalle again triumphed over St. Marys on Friday, this time in a 5-1 decision. Also Friday, the Stars blanked the Komoka Kings 4-0. The Maroons edged the Kings 3-2 Saturday then suffered an 8-4 loss at home Sunday against
Kade McKibbon of the Flyers looks to the point to pass the puck under the watchful eye of the Starsʼ Jackson Brown during the second period of a Western Conference match at Highbury Canco Arena Thursday, Oct. 5. Leamington extended its winning streak to three games with a 7-3 victory. (Sun photo)
The Stars’ Matt Couto tries to knock the puck off the stick of the Flyers’ Dylan Weston during the third period. (Sun photo)
With one hand on the stick, Jake Nimmo maneuvers around the Stars’ Jake Desando with the puck during the second period (Sun photo)