Southpoint Sun - August 19, 2015

SLICED Leamington a hit!

By Bryan Jessop

Any way you “slice” it, the Leamington Tomato Festival’s newest addition proved a popular attraction for the weekend’s visitors.

The inaugural Sliced Leamington competition was presented at the Seacliff Park pavilion Saturday, Aug. 15, where virtually every seat was filled by curious spectators eager to see who would come out on top in first the Grade 6-8 category, followed by the Grade 9-12 division. The event, sponsored primarily by Sunset Produce as well as a handful of other local supporters, offered winning entries scholarship funding as prizes. The Grade 6-8 winner — Matteo Majelli — received a $500 scholarship while the Grade 9-12 winner — Noah Mavrantzas — won a scholarship of $2,000.

Sliced Leamington featured Food Network celebrity chef and recording artist Roger Mooking as emcee and one of four judges. The other three judges included Leamington deputy mayor Hilda MacDonald, Sunset’s Scott Pickup and Windsor Star food and lifestyles reporter Beatrice Fantoni.

“I’m starstruck,” said MacDonald, who’s son Cam was a contestant on Chopped Canada. “This is such a great thing to have in our community. It’s wonderful to see all these people here today.”

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Celebrity cooking competition personality Roger Mooking chats with Sliced Leamington Grade 6-8 finalist Lauren Bailey as she prepares her entrée Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Seacliff Park pavilion. The other division’s finals for Grade 9-12 students began later that afternoon. The Sunset Produce-sponsored event offered scholarship prizes for winners.

Sliced Leamington Grade 6-8 finalist Matteo Majelli adds some spice to his entrée Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Seacliff Park pavilion. Majelli went on to win his division.

Sliced Leamington Grade 6-8 finalist Em-Mylee Poisson adds some ingredients to the pot as she prepares her entrée Saturday, Aug. 15 at the Seacliff Park pavilion.

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Mooking explained that the idea to present Sliced Leamington as part of the Tomato Festival was discussed with Sunset Produce representatives several weeks earlier. Although he has visited the company’s facilities on multiple occasions, this year’s Tomato Festival was his first opportunity to experience Leamington on a larger scale.

“I didn’t know Leamington has such a beautiful waterfront,” he noted. “It’s nice to be able to see it like this.”

Mooking explained that he was more than happy to play a role in Sliced, presented in much the same fashion as reality television

cooking competitions such as Chopped.

“It’s going to be fantastic,” he said minutes prior to the Grade 6-8 division’s start. “It’s great to have the chance to inspire kids to cook. They’re excited about it. I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Sliced Leamington began with an invitation for students in the two age groups to submit one- to two-minute videos featuring their favourite tomato-based recipes. From the field of entries, the final four per division were selected to compete live in front of an audience while being offered a large supply of ingredients from which to prepare and offer their entrees to the four

“It’s great to have the chance to inspire kids to cook. They’re excited about it. I’m proud to be a part of it.” - Roger Mooking

judges.

In the Grade 6-8 division, Majelli was joined by Lauren Bailey, Julia Beaudoin and Em-Mylee Poisson.

In the high school group, finalists included Mavrantzas, Daniella Coombe, Vlad Jidkov and Jessica Parent.

The finalists of each division were given 30 minutes to complete their submissions for judging. While they were free to choose from inventory supplied within a pantry and fridge behind their stations, they were required to use all ingredients concealed by ‘mystery baskets’ — unveiled seconds before the clock began ticking. Each recipe was graded on taste, presentation and creativity.

Two Creeks welcomes Dale Butler & Friends

Dale Butler and Friends will be performing at Two Creeks Conservation Area starting at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 23.

For those who don’t know Dale Butler, he is an outstanding, local, professional musician, songwriter, storyteller, and community builder. Dale has several CDs, including two CDs of his own compositions, including the gentle “Maybe” and the heavy strummed “Clouds”. If you like John Denver or Gordon Lightfoot, you will like Dale Butler and Friends.

Dale has a #1 ranking with ReverbNation, has been featured on the CBC, at folk festivals, and at his regular Last Friday concerts at the Bank Theatre. With consistent energy but as smooth in voice, Dale is accomplished in folk, country, gospel and bluegrass. This will be a delightful evening – like his old friends – so come and enjoy.

Two Creeks Conservation Area is located just north of Wheatley on Erie St. N. (a.k.a. Kent Road 1). Bring a lawn chair or use one of the picnic tables provided. The concerts are free, but the hat will be passed to help offset costs. Refreshments available at a booth operated by 1st Wheatley Scouts.

In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the Two Creeks pavilion.

Leamington Poor Boy Luncheon set for Sept. 9

It is that time of year again! The Leamington Poor Boy Luncheon will be held this year on September 9 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Leamington Roma Club.

Last year the event was reinstated after a six-year hiatus. The event raised over $7,000 for local charities.

This year the proceeds

are being donated to Hospice Erie Shores Campus and Toys for Tots.

Sponsorships are available for businesses and donations of door prizes are needed. Donations can be dropped off at any of the following Real estate offices: Featherstone Realty, Century 21, Realty House or Sun County Realty. Local Realtors and com-

munity volunteers will be serving up wieners and beans, veggies and dessert. For more information, please contact John Woelk, Committee Chair, at 519-791-2868 or c21johnwoelk@hotmail. com or Deiba Wigle at 519818-6942 or wigled@sympatico.ca for more information.

Tomato Festival begins with Ambassador winners

By Bryan Jessop

As deputy fire chief of Leamington Fire Services and chairperson of the Tomato Festival, Mike Ciacelli knows that every ‘second’ matters.

Ciacelli served as emcee of the second annual Slicing of the Tomato, the community’s newest and current tradition of kicking off the annual summer festival, Friday, Aug. 14 in front of the ‘Big Tomato’ tourist booth at the Talbot Street/Mill Street/Fox Street intersection. The public gathering, complete with toasted tomato sandwiches and bottled water for visitors, also marked the second consecutive year Sunset Produce stepped up as the three-day event’s primary sponsor.

The company, which provided lunch items for the gathering, was represented by president Paul Mastronardi and a handful of volunteers also offering their time on behalf of the local employer. Mastronardi performed the Slicing of the Tomato along with his daughter Milla, Ciacelli and Leamington mayor John Paterson.

“For us, as a family in the greenhouse business in Leamington for 60 years, we see the importance of tradition in town,” Mastronardi explained. “It’s a great opportunity to support the community we live in — it’s great to see Leamington have a strong economy because of its tomato and vegetable industry.”

After the Slicing of the Tomato, Tomato Festival committee director at large Sandra Bradt presented the Top Three winners of the weekend’s first-ever Ambassador Competition.

As the new event’s chairperson, Bradt presented a third-place prize of $500 to Leamington District Secondary School student Samantha Ribble, the second place prize of $1,000 to Cardinal Carter student Sheldon Foldesi and the first place prize of $1,500 — sponsored by Sunset — to Celeste Dancel, also of Cardinal Carter.

Dancel took top honours for the scholarship event for the second consecutive year — last year during the last Miss Tomato Festival Pageant and this year as the first Ambassador Competition winner.

“With my term as pageant queen coming to an end, I’m just excited to represent the community again,” said Dancel, who will be taking a bachelor of science degree in nursing at Ryerson University starting next month.

“It’s thrilling to be in the first batch of ambassadors.

I’m looking forward to doing this again and I’m hop-

ing for a great weekend.”

Foldesi, who’s $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by Essex Power Lines, is also grateful for the newfound opportunity.

“I’m just happy that we have a program in the community to do this,” he noted.

Foldesi will attend the University of Windsor, where he’ll begin enrolling in health and biomedical sciences courses next month.

Ribble, with a $500 scholarship sponsored by Leamington Chrysler, will begin taking history courses at Queens University starting in September of 2016.

“I’m really happy about it,” she said about being chosen as one of the three winners. “It’s exciting to be chosen.”

The Ambassador Competition was open to 16- to 20-year-olds from across Essex County with postsecondary education plans. The inaugural year of the event drew about 10 entries, mostly from the KingsvilleLeamington area. Organizers hope to see larger numbers submit entries for future editions of the competition.

“We did want to contribute to furthering the education of youth in the community and we wanted the opportunity to open it up to both young men and young

women,” Bradt explained of the transition from the pageant to the Ambassador Competition. “Sunset has absolutely stepped up to the plate — we can’t thank them enough. In addition to everything else they’re doing this weekend, they’ve also contributed funds to this particular portion of the program.”

The format of the competition began with each entry answering three questions about Leamington — what they’d include in a promotional video about Leamington, their best memories of Leamington or the Tomato Festival and their favourite ways to enjoy a tomato. The judging panel originally intended to follow up with an interview process to determine the Top Three, but were impressed with the submissions by Dancel, Foldesi and Ribble as the overwhelming top entries, respectively.

left to right, Leamington Tomato Festival committee chairperson Mike Ciacelli, Milla Mastronardi and her father and Sunset Produce president Paul Mastronardi, and Leamington mayor John Paterson perform the ceremonial Slicing of the Tomato Friday, Aug. 14 in front of the Big Tomato tourist booth. The event officially kicks off the three-day Leamington Tomato Festival.

From left to right: Ambassador Competition second-place winner Sheldon Foldesi, Tomato Festival committee chairperson Mike Ciacelli, Stewie the Tomato, first-place Ambassador winner Celeste Dancel, Ambassador Competition committee chairperson Sandra Bradt, and third-place winner Samantha Ribble following the Slicing of the Tomato event. The ceremony took place in front of the Big Tomato tourist booth Friday, Aug. 14 to officially kick off the 32nd annual Leamington Tomato Festival. (SUN Photos)

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Trying to get there gracefully

Ahhh, the signs of aging: the creaky bones and sore muscles and the feeling that the TV isn’t loud enough but then again, the radio is too loud.

The realization that you can’t do some of the things you used to do.

Imagine the frustration of knowing that you are no longer a teenager. A fleeting thought of jumping that three-foot high fence, then remembering that you haven’t hopped a fence in 30 years.

Age has its drawbacks, but it also has its perks.

I’ve yet to be asked at McDonalds if I want the senior coffee but I’m sure that is coming soon.

One in particular that stands out is my good friend and childhood chum, Dennis Ouellette, who passed away in 1999 at the age of 37. When he left us, his four daughters ranged from about 6 to 14 in age.

Those daughters are now all grown women and my late friend has two grandchildren that will never meet their grandfather and experience the awesomeness that he would have brought to the grand-parenting pool.

I didn’t know whether to be offended when I received the senior discount at the local drug store a few months ago, but I gladly accepted said discount.

I’m currently the fourth-oldest guy on my slow pitch team. I still remember being the young blood they once turned to as a pinch runner.

My memories of Dennis always bring a smile to my face, especially thinking of some of the goofy things he used to do to get a laugh.

The only thing I pinch nowadays is myself, just to make sure I’m still in the land of the living.

Three short years ago, I was the youngest member of the Wheatley Oldtimers hockey team. Now, a few younger ‘oldtimers’ have joined the ranks and pushed me up into the middle-aged portion of the team.

I shouldn’t complain. It takes the pressure off.

But when I think of him not being able to chase these little ones or throw a ball with them, it really just makes me sad. He would have been an incredible grandfather, based on his doting-father tendencies and his overall easy going personality. His little girls adored him and still do. When I see pictures on social media of his grandkids, I have to pause and be thankful I’m here for my grandchildren to know.

Thanks to Terry Scratch, Gary Gayer, Tim McIntosh and Jeff Bowman for that.

The wonderful thing about getting old, particularly for me, is the enjoyment I can get out of seeing my grandchildren develop into little individuals with personalities of their own.

I look forward to the day when they come running to me as I walk in the door, arms stretched wide open. I have to assume that’s the greatest feeling in the world. That time is close, and maybe I’m selfish to hope it comes soon, but the clock ticks faster than we want it to.

Thankfully, I’m still able to run and throw a ball and roll around on the ground a bit, although it gets more difficult to get up with each passing day.

Both are on the verge of walking and talking in a language we can almost understand.

To see their little faces light up when they see certain colours and hear sounds that make them laugh and smile, well that’s just priceless.

These are memories I gathered with my own kids as they went from being little bundles of wetness and poopy-pants to precocious little people.

Hopefully, the days of fishing and generally spoiling them are not too far away. I cannot wait to bait their hooks and then eventually show them how to bait their own. I’m looking forward with great anticipation to converging on them with ice cream and sugary treats. Maybe even turn them on to venison chili at some point.

What a great feeling to experience that with a new generation of Ribbles.

I have several friends who did not make it to grandparenthood. I often think of them and what kind of grandparent they would have been and the joy they missed out on because they left us way too early.

After all, that’s what being a grandparent is all about, right? Life is funny. It’s such a circle.

Seems like yesterday I was climbing trees and catching frogs. That chapter is long over and although I’m reluctant to turn the page, the next chapter seems just as exciting as the last, for entirely different reasons.

One love, one heart; let’s get together

“There is just one moon and one golden sun, And a smile means friendship to everyone.

Though the mountains divide,

And the oceans are wide,

It’s a small world after all.”– Disney

The ride “It’s a Small World” is still one of my favourites at Disney World. With Mark’s and my move to a different part of the world, we are reminded daily of how truly small the world is. As humans we are all more alike than not.

Last week I received an email from The Wheatley Journal telling me that a gentleman was trying to contact me. He had read my column about Norman’s Cay and decided to share his experience. I immediately contacted him and my world became just a little bit smaller.

about the island and he said they had just completed a deal with a man from Columbia, who had more money than God. He even had his own air force and was planning to develop the Island. Enter Carlos Ledher and the fun began!

“No one could get near the island without incurring some strong resistance, i.e. gun fire, to discourage intruders.”

A former Wheatleyite, Murray Siddall, wanted to share his story regarding his connection with Norman’s Cay in the Exumas with me. Needless to say, I contacted him and here is his story:

“I purchased a lot on Norman’s Cay in 1978 and finally found a buyer for it in 2014. Here is just a thumbnail sketch of some recollections of that time period.

“I believe an American initially owned the island. He had put a lot of money into the island by upgrading the airport, streets, surveys, etc. Then he went broke. The island was purchased out of receivership by a Canadian group who were aggressively marketing the lots by offering a free trip to any prospective buyers. I bought my lot from the CIBC, who were trying to get out from under a debt. The lot had been pledged for security.

“At this time I was living in Toronto and a friend had been transferred to the Bahamas as a special director of Roy West, a division of the Royal Bank. I phoned him

I called Murray, and over the phone line that cut in and out he told me that he never did end up getting there. When the time came, they were golfers and instead chose places that had a course.

Thanks for your story, Murray!

Needless to say, I was amazed that this island that Mark and I had visited back in ’84 continues to come up in discussions. I regularly see my ‘group of three’, the ones I would like to write a book about. Now, with the information from Murray, another whole dimension or chapter has been found. The fact that Murray is from my little hometown is more than simply a coincidence. He continues to return to his small-town roots yearly and I am guessing that is usually around Fish Festival time. He can visit other ‘Old Boys’ and share some great memories. I don’t know if Murray ever did get to visit his lot on Norman’s Cay but I do hope to find out some more information in time.

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Orientation Day at New Canadians’ Centre of Excellence

As part of its summer activities, New Canadians’ Centre of Excellence (NCCE) Inc. hosted its 3rd Annual Sidewalk Services Orientation Day for newcomers to Canada and individuals on Saturday, August 8th at its Leamington Branch located at 24 Oak Street East. The event provides an orientation of NCCE Inc.’s programs and services for newcomers to Canada and individuals in Leamington and surrounding area. A variety of activities for children (including a Mad Science workshop) and adults were enjoyed at no cost. Attendees also participated in a draw to win giveaways and door prizes. This year’s event featured opening remarks by Leamington Mayor John Paterson and an acoustic performance by Jody Raffoul.

New Canadians’ Centre of Excellence Inc. is a community-based, direct-service agency which exists to assist, support and promote the full and equitable participation of immigrants and refugees in all aspects of social, cultural and economic life in the Windsor-Essex region.

One love, one heart; let’s

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get together

Meanwhile, on our small island we are celebrating some August birthdays. The word must have gotten out that we enjoy a potluck and that I bake a birthday cake for each member of our crew. Now the men from the other island are telling me when their special day is. Last week, Harry from Big Whale told me his birthday was on the 12th of August, so we planned a party. He promised to bring the ribs the day before for tenderizing and I promised to do the rest, including baking his favourite chocolate cake!

The day before ‘the party’ came and went. The next day (even though my gut was telling me to bake a cake) I held off. I was thinking that I was possibly only baking it for a no show, and Mark and I would end up eating an entire cake. But at four in the afternoon Harry showed up at the harbour looking more dapper than usual. After a little small talk, I asked him what happened to the rib delivery. To my surprise and slight panic, he said that he’d delivered them as promised yesterday! Cruz received them and was preparing them. I told him that unfortunately I had not done my part because I was unaware of the arrival of the ribs and suggested that perhaps we should postpone the gathering until the weekend. If you could have seen the look on Harry’s face, you would understand what I did next.

Two hours later, six of us sat down to a yummy meal of barbecued ribs, turkey loaf, potato salad and even a platter of warm chocolate brownies. I wrapped up a Canadian t-shirt and towel that we brought from home. Harry was so happy!

Harry told us all how special it was that he was able to share his birthday with his island family. His smile, as his eyes welled with tears, is a picture I’ve tucked in my heart and one that would be globally recognized as his true appreciation.

Mark woke me up in the middle of the night on August 12. While half asleep, Mark drove us both in the golf cart to the lighthouse that’s located on the tip of land surrounded by sea. It is the perfect spot for stargazing and that night it was also perfect for watching the meteorite showers. The Milky Way pulled me from my slumber as the first long tail of light that shot across the sky made my heart pound. We lounged back in the golf cart for nearly 45 minutes and watched in awe.

Throughout the following days, I saw that friends from all over were watching the same natural fireworks, at the same time we were, from their locations back home and elsewhere.

“The stars, moon and even a smile simply bring us together.

“It’s a world of laughter, a world of tears

It’s a world of hopes and a world of fears.

There’s so much that we share,

That it’s time we’re aware,

It’s a small world after all.”

Nine-year-old Dahblu Eh came to Canada eight years ago from Thailand. When asked how he likes Leamington (Canada) he replied, “I love it!” (SUN Photo)

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Tomato Festival Parade pics

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The Music Moves Kids Day Camp got into the Tomato Festival spirit with a pirate ship float as part of the weekend’s traditional parade. The route of this year’s parade was altered to accommodate construction on Erie Street between Talbot Street and Oak Street.

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Diplomats Drum and Bugle Corps accents

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15. The Diplomats were one of four marching bands featured in this year’s Saturday morning Leamington Tomato Festival parade.

Stewie the Tomato and his family wave to spectators as the annual Tomato Festival parade

One of the younger entries aboard a Sunset Produce float expresses an interest in sharing a fellow toddler’s tomato treats during the annual Leamington Tomato Festival parade.

A participant aboard a Lifeguards’ float waves to spectators.

Cruisin ‘15 Car Show attracts 225 classics

Cruisin ’15 Car Show chairman Gino DelCiancio presents a cheque of $3,000 to Miss Lizzy’s Tea through funds raised by this year’s show, held Sunday, Aug. 16 at The Roma Club. The amount was later adjusted to $3,500. The event’s organizers — DelCiancio, Bill Stasso and Blake Hunter — will present another charity show for Miss Lizzy’s Tea and the local hospice Sunday, Sept. 13, also at The Roma Club. For more information — including contact information for early registration — visit the website www.gmancarshow.com. (Submitted photo)

Classic car and truck enthusiasts make their way down one of the rows of entries in the Cruisin ’15 Car Show Sunday, Aug. 16 at The Roma Club.

(SUN Photos)

Jake (left) and Elwood Blues tribute performers sing a series of tunes from the iconic Blues Brothers movie during the Cruisin ’15 Car Show Sunday, Aug. 16.

The 1970 Pontiac GTO convertible of Leamington’s Mark Stasso reflects in the chromed wheel of a vintage GMC pickup truck during the Cruisin ’15 Car Show. (SUN Photos)

Shannon Dresser of Leamington brought her 1973 Dodge Challenger to the Cruisin ’15 Car Show

Michael Mastronardi’s 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS was one of several muscle cars featured during the Cruisin ’15 Car Show, hosted by The Roma Club

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Focus on your finances in the coming week, Aries. This is not just something that should last this week, but for the rest of the month to get your affairs in order.

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Gemini, take some time to review any aspirations you may have pushed aside, especially those pertaining to love. Open your heart instead of turning off feelings.

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Surround yourself with friends and loved ones, Cancer. You enjoy spending time with those you love, and time spent that way will make you happier.

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Leo, step aside and let someone else shine in the coming days. You enjoy the spotlight, but this person can use a little positive energy coming his or her way.

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Capricorn, enjoy this carefree time when you have little on your plate. Such times may be few and far between, but making the most of them can ensure your happiness.

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Celebrate your personal successes this week, Aquarius. You deserve any fanfare that you can get. Escape from your responsibilities and share the moment with loved ones.

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Cop Camp returns to Essex County

By Bryan Jessop

While serving and protecting, Essex County OPP personnel are also teaching some valuable lessons to youth.

The 21st annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp officially kicked off Sunday, Aug. 9 with the arrival of about 90 youths to Gesstwood Camp in Essex. There, they were greeted by about 20 OPP officers for a five-day course of events, activities, programs, projects and prescheduled outings across the county. The annual program is established for 11- and 12-year-old students who have recently graduated from the Grade 6 Values and Influence in Peers (VIP) program in schools located within the boundaries of communities serviced by OPP detachments — Essex, Kingsville, Lakeshore, Leamington, Tecumseh and Pelee Island.

As in previous years, the 2015 camp operated under a ‘Pay It Forward’ theme, encouraging participating VIP grads to represent their respective communities with voluntary charitable initiatives and services. Cop Camp itself is able to offer selected students an assortment of trips and activities through prior community donations and fundraisers such as local OPP ‘grocery cop’ events held in early spring each year.

“It’s very well supported through Essex County every year,” said Essex County OPP constable Silvano Bertoni, who has been involved with the camp for the past 15 years including nine as a counselor. “It’s about forming relationships with police and encouraging these youths to become leaders in their communities. It’s a really enjoyable week. I get as much out of it as the kids.”

OPP counselors are being assisted by former Cop Camp students who volunteer their time as junior counselors — a gesture Bertoni described as an example of participants who’ve went on to pay it forward.

Following Sunday’s icebreaker games and activities, the group of students — selected by their respective teachers prior to the start of summer vacation in June — took part in a Monday morning fitness workout before painting a set of 10 garbage cans offered by the Town of Lakeshore to be sent back as decorative additions to the municipality’s

parks and other recreational areas.

Other Monday activities included simulator games and mini golf at Silver Tee, a Ciociaro Club dinner and a playing of The Fantastic Four at Lakeshore Cinemas.

Kingsville’s Cedar Beach Marina hosted Tuesday’s itinerary, where the group was split in two for a sailing excursion courtesy of Cedar

“It’s about forming relationships with police and encouraging these youths to become leaders in their communities.”

- OPP constable Silvano Bertoni

Island Yacht Club and fishing lessons sponsored by long-time supporters Chante Fishing Charters. The campers returned to Gesstwood later that day for a talent show including counselors and a performance by the local band Disaster Strike, featuring former Cop Camp participants.

Wednesday featured trips to Empire Lanes for bowling, Ropes games, a dance and fireworks. Thursday wrapped up the week with horse riding, swimming, Emergency Response Team (ERT) and K9 Unit demonstrations and guest appearances and motivational

speeches by two players with the OHL’s Windsor Spitfires.

The finale was a 6 p.m. graduation ceremony with each of the 10 ‘teams’ parading in with shields decorated earlier that week. The ceremony included team awards after a points system was tabulated and individual awards for Paying It Forward, Perseverance, Good Samaritan, Leadership and Happy Camper.

“It’s been really fun. There’s a ton of cool stuff to do,” said camper Sierra Quick of Kingsville.

“It’s great to meet new people and make friends,” added Erica Tremblay of Windsor.

Just over a dozen of the camp’s youth hailed from the Leamington area.

“It’s been awesome,” said Noah Garton, one of the Leamington campers on Wednesday. “So far, sailing has been the best part.”

“The whole thing’s been exciting,” noted Christopher Baeini of Wheatley. “I’m having a lot of fun.”

Due to space constraints, the Leamington District Memorial Hospital has asked the WECHCto vacate the hospital site no later than September 30, 2015. Accordingly, all WECHCservices will be relocated to Suite 401 at 33 Princess Street effective September 2, 2015. At that time, additional services will be available at the WECHCclinic. We regret any inconvenience this move may cause you and / or your family.

Noah Garton picks up a ball in hopes of completing a spare with the Identification Unit team while bowling at Empire Lanes during the 21st Essex County OPP Cop Camp Wednesday, Aug. 12. The five-day camp was hosted by Gesstwood Camp in Essex and included about 90 Grade 6 VIP program graduates from across regions policed by Essex County OPP detachments.

(SUN Photo)

Author to speak at LMHS meeting

By C. Scott Holland

The Leamington and Mersea Historical Society will hold their monthly meeting Saturday, Aug. 29 at 10:30 a.m. at the Leamington Half Century Centre.

Special guest speaker will be Elaine Cougler, a historical author who has written two books, “The Loyalist’s Wife” and “The Loyalist’s Luck”.

The books are the first two parts of “The Loyalist Trilogy”. The third book, “The Loyalist Legacy”, is slated to be released in October of 2016.

Elaine will be speaking about keeping history alive through historical fiction.

Born and raised in Woodstock, Elaine is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and a former high school teacher who taught French, English and Computer Studies at various high schools across the province. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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THE ODD COUPLE - *FEMALE VERSION* - NEIL SIMON

September 11th &12th - 7:30 p.m.

September 13th - 2:00 p.m.

Becky Lashmar, who played Queen Milli in Queen Milli of Galt, and Melinda Lewsaw, who has been in numerous productions, will delight audiences with the hilarious female rendition of Neil Simon’s classic, THE ODD COUPLE. Joel Lewsaw is the director. Tickets - $15 for Adults, $12 for Students

Available at Wharram’s Jewellery; Counter Effects or AT THE DOOR.

DALE’S LAST FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE

September 18th “The Dale” is back! 7:00 p.m. with all his friends. Donations appreciated.

FOURTH ANNUAL FISH FRY AT WHEATLEY LEGION

Saturday, September 19th - Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Dinner at 6:45 p.m. Tickets available after August 20th for $20.00. Available at the Wheatley Legion 519-825-4164, Counter Effects 519-326-4014 or Larry at 519-825-4576. Only 120 tickets available. THE CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES

Sunday, September 20th - 3:00 p.m. @ the Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie Street South. Treat yourself to a rich array of classical music performed by three accomplished musicians. The pianist is Helen Brown, the flutist is Natalie Dorion and the soprano is Jilda Farias. You will hear music from Puccini, Ave Maria, Danny Boy, the Canadian favorite, Song for the Mira, as well as many more.

Tickets - $15 for Adults, $12 for Students.

Available at Wharram’s Jewellery or AT THE DOOR.

SHIRLEY VALENTINE - WILLY RUSSELL

September 25th & 26th - 7:30 p.m. September 27th - 2:00 p.m. - Shirley Valentine, 42-year-old put-upon mother and housewife packs her bags and heads for the sun. The note on the kitchen table reads ‘Gone to Greece, back in two weeks.’ Come and see the original one-woman show upon which the movie was based. Allison Still-Berry is terrific as Shirley. Make this a “Girl’s Night Out!”.

Tickets - $15 RECOMMENDED

OBITUARY

Olga Tiessen

OBITUARY

Keith Clark

Keith (Linton) Clark, 87 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at the Sun Parlor Home in Leamington.

Olga Tiessen, 99 years, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2015 at the Leamington Mennonite Home. Beloved wife of the late David Fast and the late Nikolai Tiessen (1991). Dear stepmother of Erika Fast, Fred and Selma Berg, Elsie and George Janzen, Jake and Irene Epp, John and the late Irene Tiessen, the late Sophie and Victor Wiens, Martin and Suzanne Tiessen, the late Nick and Miriam Tiessen, Marg and Gord Smith, the late Louise and Helmut Schiller, Erwin and Ruth Tiessen, Walt and Bev Tiessen, Ed and Jane Tiessen, and the late Robert Tiessen. Loving grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Katie Isaac, and predeceased by brothers Cornelius, John and Peter Toews and sisters Frieda Bergen, Erna Dyck and Alice Tiessen.

Visiting at the Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak Street East, on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 from 10 a.m. until time of the Funeral Service at 11 a.m. to celebrate Olga’s life. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

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

Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-

IN,1st and last Monday of the month only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers, refreshments, games, exercise. It's free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome.

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

DO YOU ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND MEETING PEOPLE? South Essex Community Council in Leamington is currently looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels Delivery. If you are interested in volunteering during the morning for about 1 hour per week or as a backup volunteer, please call Noreen or Susan at SECC - 519-326-8629 ext.381. www.secc.on.ca.

HELP AN ADULT LEARN ENGLISH

- South Essex Community Council is currently looking for tutors for adults learning English. One afternoon or evening per week. Training/materials provided. Qualification: Fluency in English. Great for high school seniors too! Call 519-326-8629 ext. 381 or email volunteer@secc.on.ca

PREGNANCY & RESOURCE

CENTRE, 33 Princes St. (Princess Centre) Suite 408, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-3260612. Business calls: 519-326-3821.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR LEAMINGTON LIBRARY'S BOOK BUDDY READING PROGRAM. Help children read, minimum 1 hour per week. Must be at least 16 years of age. Contact the Book Buddy coordinator at bkbuddies@gmail.com or call 226-946-1529 ext. 142.

ST. MICHAEL'S PARISH REGISTRATION FOR RECONCILIATION & FIRST COMMUNION for 2015 - 2016 . Call Simone at the office to register Public School students 519-326-2643.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21 & SATURDAY, AUGUST 22 - St. Michael's K of C 4501 and CWL Community Yard Sale, Fri. Aug. 21 from 1 p.m .- 8 p.m. and Sat. Aug. 22 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., at St. Michael's Parish property on John St., Leamington. Something for everyone! Rain date is the following weekend. Proceeds to benefit community programs the groups support.

FOOD & FELLOWSHIP SUPPER, MON. AUG. 24, 5:00-6:00 PM.

9 John St. Leamington United Church and Faith Mennonite Church welcome those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge..

TUESDAYS - Epilepsy Support group meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month, 10:00 a.m.12:00 noon, at the Windsor United Way office, 300 Giles Blvd. E., Windsor. New members welcome. Info: Windsor/Essex Epilepsy Support Centre, 519-890-6614, epilepsywindsor@epilepsysupport.ca or visit the

Beloved husband of Velda (Misselbrook) for 65 years. Loving father of Rhonda Clark (Barry Purdie), Randy Clark, Rebecca Hutchinson (Greg). Proud grandfather of Adrian Jones, Bradley Jones, Scott Clark (Ashley), Andrew Hutchinson and Ryan Hutchinson, and greatgrandchildren Jenna and Clayton Jones, Elliott and Olivia Clark. Dear brother of Alan “Curly” Clark (late Judy), the late Don Clark (late Shirley), Sandra Pegg (Murray). Brother-in-law to Joan Misselbrook and the late Kenneth Misselbrook. Survived by many nieces and nephews.

Keith was a lifetime member of the Leamington Kinsmen and K40. Keith retired after working for 50 years with the Canadian Canners.

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

Funeral Service to celebrate Keith’s life was held at the funeral home on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Thomas Kay officiating. Interment at Erie Memorial Gardens followed.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OPP Cross Cultural Sports Day

The 6th annual OPP Cross Cultural Sports Day is this Saturday, August 22 and will feature a soccer game and a softball game.

The first sporting event is a soccer game between Canada and Mexico. Both teams will be made up of soccer players from Leamington and farm workers from Mexico. Game time is 5:00 p.m. at the soccer field at the Kinsmen Sports Field on Seacliff Dr. E.

At 7:00 p.m. the OPP will be hosting Mexico in a softball game.

website at www.epilepsysupport.ca.

WEDNESDAYS - Are you looking for food and fellowship? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-3263111 for more information.

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

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED in the Wheatley area for South Essex Community Council's Friendly Visitors program for seniors and persons with disabilities. Commitment is 1 hour per week. If you are interested in volunteering or know of someone who could benefit from these services, call SECC at 519-326-8629.

MONDAY NIGHTS - The Windsor Classic Chorale is looking for new members. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. in South Windsor. We perform 3 - 4 concerts a year. Call the director at 310-292-8444.

LOOKING TO REVIVE THE ESSEX COUNTY JUNIOR FARMERS. Are you 15-29 with an interest in agriculture or farming? Contact Nic Willemsma at sirnic16@gmail.com if interested or if you have any questions. You don't have to

“We think that it is very important for the community to show support to all the people who come to Leamington and work very hard,” said Leamington OPP Cst. Kevin O’Neil, Community Services Officer. “I think it’s also important to give all these people a chance to cheer for their country right here.”

There is no admission fee and everyone is welcome to attend these fun and exciting sporting events.

Elaine Cougler

Seventh generation of the Wales family celebrates 150 years on the farm

By Derek Parry

The Wales family celebrated last Sunday. Members of the seventh generation ran among the large number of family and friends gathered on the lawn at the farm, the youngest ones squealing, not comprehending the history going back 150 years represented by ‘the farm’. Marie Wales, matriarch of the clan, wondered whether these would be the last generations to work their land and play carefree among the trees.

One hundred and fifty years is a long time among European settlers in this area, but not the longest by any means. Fifty years earlier there were organized settlements, much closer to the lakeshores, to the south and north – organized by Colonel Talbot and Lord Selkirk respectively. There were French settlers on the shores of the Detroit river 100 years before that. And the First Nations people had lived and worked and travelled the area for millennia. Still, 150 years is a long time for one family to work one piece of land, or to be owned by one piece of land.

Marie recalls that it was a much larger piece of land when it was bought by William Wales from the Crown, Queen Victoria, but the ravages of time and circumstance have repeatedly nibbled away at the original 100 acres. The deed shows that William Wales, a yeoman, paid $160 for it – paid in the brand new currency of the Province of Canada. Then it was 100 acres of virgin forest, like Kopegaron Woods is still today, and the western portion was marshy, but it was located on a surveyed road which was to connect the Talbot and Selkirk developments.

Virgin forest is hard to turn into arable land. That first year, William and Ann

Wales, then living in a tent, started pulling trees and cutting lumber so that small living quarters could be built before winter. It would be a cold winter.

It took years to clear some land and work what was cleared, and to raise a family too. And when land was cleared, circumstances conspired to make good produce worth little. Most people around them grew their own vegetables so that the only market big enough to absorb the crops from the farm was in Toronto: transportation was costly, the price arbitrary, the profits minimal if any, and life’s demands unceasing. Doctors and ministers had to be paid somehow. So did undertakers. When one family member died, at a particularly bad time, it took the sale of 5 acres of land to pay for the funeral.

Recessions and depressions rolled in one after another. Even when oil was found below the farm, because the family owned the rights, the oil companies never drilled there, they just sucked the oil out from underneath them. Slowly, the

farm was reduced to the present 20 acres, the western twenty, and that only by working off the farm to keep the farm. And always it was hard work, manual work.

As Marie notes, “Anything you had to bend over to plant and harvest: that we had.” She recalls making pants for the boys from the back of their father’s worn out trousers. She remembers the isolation: what social life there was revolved around Church. “But,” Marie said, “nobody told us we weren’t happy, so we thought we were.” She smiled, she was happy with her husband, John. It was just life when all those around you were in the same boat.

You had the farm, you had the family. Marie married John Howard Wales in 1943. John was of the fourth generation on the farm. Marie is now 91, and is rightly proud of the 6 sons they raised and all of her family, including the ones running around, squealing. Family farms grow strong people. The Wales’ farm has for 150 years. They had good reason to celebrate this past Sunday.

Essex’s only drive-in theatre (Boonies) opens near Tilbury

Essex County’s only drive-in movie theatre, the Boonies Drive-In Theatre, at 4625 Richardson Side Road, Tilbury, opened Wednesday, August 12.

Boonies Drive-In features space for 178 vehicles and a 60×40 foot movie screen. The movie’s sound is transmitted through any FM radio on the property. Nostalgia is at its finest with the western theme facade sets, fencing and westernstyle building which houses the concession stand along with carhops who provide outstanding service at your vehicle.

Centrally located between Chatham and Windsor, the 16-acre facility is also available for and can accommodate any outdoor special event or festival.

Due to huge fanfare, the facility opened despite its incompletion. Future additions will include an indoor movie seating area and arcade facility.

With such little time left in the season, The Boonies Drive-In Theatre is happy to offer showings five days a week starting at dusk. Opening week features Minions and Jurassic World. The drive-in will be open Wednesday through Sunday evenings at dusk. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a double feature in the comfort of your own vehicle.

Weekly developments will continue through the rest of the summer and into early fall. The 2016 season promises to be even more exciting with the possibilities of on-site camping and a paintball field.

Your mini-vacation is waiting for you in the Boonies! For more info visit www.thebooniesdrivein. com

The Wales family recently celebrated 150 years on their farm. Pictured in this old family photograph, circa early 1900s, from the left are: Judea Wales, wife of Thomas Wales (son of William and Ann Wales who were the original purchasers of the Wales land); John Wales (son of Thomas and Judea, grandson of William and Ann); Ella Wales (wife of John); and Eva, Blanche and Alvin Wales (children of John and Ella, grandchildren of Thomas and Judea, and great-grandchildren of William and Ann).

UMEI’S Rockets & Robotics a huge hit!

It was all work and a lot of play at UMEI’s Rockets & Robotics science summer camp. Twenty-three wide-eyed student scientists ranging from ages 10-13 experienced the amazing and sometimes challenging world of rockets and robotics.

“I was amazed how fast these kids of all ages picked up the programming part of the robotics and challenged themselves to build more complicated structures,” noted teacher

Wes Shuttleworth. “This was a truly hands-on experience for these student scientists and their enthusiasm to learn was infectious.”

The rockets section of camp gave the student scientists opportunity to construct a rocket based on the laws set forth by Sir Isaac Newton. They built parachutes, designed fins and did the bulk of the gluing which would be tested later

that week with the maiden voyage.

“We sure had a great launch day with little wind,” commented instructor John Fittler. Nearly all the rockets performed as the students had hoped with only two landing on the gym roof. It was a great week!

UMEI Admissions Director Chrissy Kelton was over-

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Abby Krueger, Cara Braun, Natasha Schartner work on robotics.

Austin Neufeld, Alex Jadischke checking out a rocket.

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whelmed by the positive response to the camp. “As soon as we started advertising for the camp we were inundated with applications,” said Kelton. “It is obvious that this is an area of high interest to students. Whenever I would stop in to see what was going on students were completely on task. All their energy was focused on projects.”

“I went to Robotics camp hoping to do some programming, and I learned so much!” said participant Simon Enns. “It was great to have our own kits to work on. Mr. Shuttleworth was really nice and was willing to help us program our robots to do whatever we dreamt up. I can’t believe how much I learned in one week! And the rockets were of course fun to build and AWESOME to launch!”

“We are already talking about having two camps next year for two age groups with totally new challenges,” said Kelton.

Stay tuned to umei.ca for information about Rocket & Robotics 2016.

Woolworth employees reunion planned

Three Brothers Celebrate 60 Years + More

Harlan and Ann Nash of Leamington celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary July 25th, 2015 at the Leamington & District Half Century Centre.

They have 3 children, Dale & Luanne, Jamie & Crystal and Julie, 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Also in attendance were Harlan's brothers. Erle & Evelyn Nash of Leamington celebrated 64 years and Milan & Millie Nash of Scarborough celebrated 66 years.

BIRTHDAYS

ANNIVERSARIES GRADUATIONS...

We didn't know that afternoon God was going to call your name. And only you heard the footsteps of the angels when they came And carried you to our Saviour who so lovingly and kind whispered in you ear "welcome home - peace be thine". Then He gently took your hand and said "Come this way with me. I will show you this heavenly land where the best is yet to be".

Loved&Missedeveryday, Elaine(Mom)andFamily

A reunion is being planned for former Woolworth employees who worked at the Leamington store.

An enjoyable afternoon of fellowship and sharing memories is planned for Sunday, September 13 from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at Seacliff Park. For more information call Erna at 519-326-9576 or Sue at 519-326-3168.

Free writing workshops being offered

The Essex County Library, the Arts Council Windsor & Region and the Essex Region Literary Network are presenting six free writing workshops at the Kingsville Library starting on September 16.

We wish to sincerely thank our family & friends for cards, gifts and donations to charities, and monetary gifts to Leamington District Memorial Hospital Foundation. Thanks to all who attended our 60th Wedding Anniversary especially our family - to Judy & Gordon and family for the bake table, Randy Nash for his music, and Chuck Reynolds our DJ. A special thank you to Peachland Rebekah Lodge #45 and the Leamington District Half Century Centre. Harlan & Ann Nash

The workshops for writers and aspiring writers will be led by Dorothy Mahoney, poet and former teacher of Creative Writing.

Sessions take place Wednesdays, from 6:308:00 p.m., on Sept. 16, Sept. 23, Oct. 7, Oct. 14, Oct. 21 and Nov. 4 at Kingsville Public Library, 40 Main St. W. Everyone is welcome, and no registration is required. For more information contact the Arts Council at 519-252-2787 or Kingsville Library at 519-733-5620.

To the most wonderful mother, wife, sister and friend . "Ti Amo" We love you! Jessica, Thomas, Danica, Tony and Joanne, Dina, Mike and Stella.

Natasha Schartner, Abby Krueger, Lily Macleod, Aiden Brown, Cara Braun.

Heritage Advisory Committee gets go-ahead to host information open house

Monday evening, August 10, Leamington Council received a report from the Leamington Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee asking to host a second public open house for properties with “heritage potential”. To fully understand the purpose of the public meeting, it is necessary to understand how heritage designation works. Everything the Heritage Committee and the Municipal Council do with regard to heritage properties is regulated by the Ontario Heritage Act, so the report cites that legislation extensively.

The OHA requires the Clerk of every local municipality to keep a current, publicly accessible register of properties of cultural heritage value or interest situated in the municipality. The municipal register is the official list or record of cultural heritage properties that have been identified as being important to the community. The OHA also allows a property that has not been designated, but that the municipal Council believes to be of cultural heritage value or interest, to be placed on the register. This is commonly referred to as listing.

Listing a property of cultural heritage value or interest is the first step a municipality should take in the identification and evaluation of a property that may warrant some form of heritage conservation, recognition and/or long-term protection such as designation. By having a property listed, the Municipality is provided with 60 days to allow for an evaluation of a property’s physical structure and cultural significance prior to the issuance of a building permit that may change any noted heritage features.

The report advised Council of the benefits that can be associated with the Heritage list. “The register can also be used as a tool to educate the public and property owners on

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On Sunday, August 2 Katie Omstead, Federal Liberal Candidate for Chatham-Kent-Leamington and Team Katie volunteers launched the 2015 campaign by spending the afternoon cleaning up Seacliff Park and Beach. Omstead, cofounder of Leamington Stands Strong and an elementary school teacher, devotes much of her time as a community volunteer. She is a member of a diverse team of Liberal candidates, ready to deliver the Liberal plan focused on fairness and real change so that all Canadians can succeed.

the history of the buildings that surround them, in conjunction with informing future homeowners of the significance of the home they might be interested in purchasing. With a complete register, listing both urban and rural properties, the municipality will be better able to develop a plan that promotes economic development, community building and heritage preservation.”

Questions posed by Council proved their interest in the subject, most importantly the level of protection (or restriction to development or alteration) at the highest level of designation under the act. In a Heritage District the restrictions can be greatly detailed — even down to the colours of paint

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permitted — or can be limited to merely architectural facades only.

Leamington’s CAO Peter Neufeld clarified that identifying interesting features and buildings is merely an initial step, not a complete job.

After the presentation Municipal Council granted permission for the Heritage Committee to schedule and hold a public open house to inform the public and owners of the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act and the Municipal Register of Heritage Properties, after which a list will be proposed to Council for its adoption.

BILL CHAPLIN

Mobile greenhouse tour educating consumers close to home as well as beyond

Now in its third month of touring eastern North America, NatureFresh™ Farms’ #GreenInTheCity Tour is making a positive impact with its mobile greenhouse on both sides of the border. After touring through New York, Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the tour made stops in the company’s home region of Windsor-Tecumseh at Zehrs on Aug. 14, Kingsville Zehrs on Aug. 15, and Sarnia Real Canadian Superstore on Aug. 16.

“The Greenhouse Education Centre (GEC) has been visiting new cities each week since early May,” said Chris Veillon, Director of Marketing. Working with a variety of national retailers in the USA and Canada, the Greenhouse Education Centre has been met with rave reviews by both retail partners and consumers.

Sunsational EVENTS

Leamington Marina Hosts Friday Night, Patio Nights...

Live Patio Music

7:30 - 9:30 pm

Aug. 21 - Gord Ciliska - 50s-80s

Aug. 28 - Dale Butler - Easy listening

Sept. 4 - David Light - Acoustic/Pop/Jazz/Folk

Seacliff Park Hosts Beach Concerts

7 - 9 pm

Aug. 22 - Lady J’ai Mac

Aug. 29 - Johnny & The Lawmen

Seacliff Park Presents Outdoor Movie Nights

Showtime 9 pm

Wed., Aug. 26 - The Avengers Free Admission. Bring a lawn chair. Brought to you by: Municipality of Leamington

“The GEC gives the consumer a firsthand, up close and personal experience with greenhouse vegetables,” said Veillon. “They get to not only see real vegetables growing but also learn how we grow with a non-soil based growing medium, how we use a pressurized irrigation system to feed the plants, and learn why we use energy screens to protect the plants and their environment.” said Veillon.

Equipped with big screen TVs airing different videos about the GEC and how NatureFresh™ grows, one of the biggest attractions for kids is the live bumble bee eco-system NatureFresh™ has created as part of the mobile greenhouse.

In addition to learning about how greenhouse produce is grown, customers get to sample fresh tomatoes as part of each event. Served raw and in prepared recipes, the NatureFresh™ Demo Station in the store is staffed by the company’s corporate chef, Henry Furtado. Furtado not only talks about how the recipe is made and its various nutritional benefits but also has been known to walk the store with interested consumers as a personal shopper.

Furtado helps pair together the right accents to create flavorful recipes at home using fresh tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers.

Over the course of the last 3 months, the Greenhouse Education Centre has not only visited retail store locations but also visited major metropolitan city centres for community access and attended summer camps for kids. The #GreenInTheCity Tour is scheduled to continue on well in to the fall visiting major cities and retailers across the midwest.

To learn more visit www. naturefresh.ca

(Photos Courtesy of NatureFresh™ Farms)

Better Business Bureau advice on avoiding rental scams

Renting an apartment or house for the first time is an exciting prospect: the freedom, the responsibility, the space to make your own. It’s a big step in any young person’s life. Unfortunately, the rental industry can be a

prime target for scam artists looking to abscond with deposits and personal information. Better Business Bureau (BBB) fields calls from consumers about a number of such rental scams, and offers a few bits of advice

on how to protect yourself – and your money.

Although some landlords prefer oral agreements, most agreements between tenants and landlords take the form of a written lease. Most landlords use a standard lease.

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

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

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 am

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

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

Calvary Church

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

BAPTIST

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Heritage Baptist Church

555 Talbot St. W., Wheatley

519-300-1400 Pastor Francisco Penner

Sunday 11 am & 7 pm, Wed 7 pm

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

Sunday School 9:00 am Worship 10:30 am

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 am

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

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

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s LutheranEvangelical Church 311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am (Eng)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services 9:15 am (German), 10:45 am (English)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 am

Summer Worship Services 10:00 am

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

1 Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 am

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 am

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

Sunday Gatherings 10:30 am

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Sunday Worship 6:30 pm

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

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

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

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

Service Sunday 10 am (jun 26 - sept 8)

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

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

English/Spanish 6:30 pm

Templo Christiano De Leamington

If the lease is in writing it must contain the legal name and address of the landlord in order for the tenant to send any notices. The lease may also include: move-in date, the date rent is to be paid, what services are included in the rent (such as electricity or parking) and any charges that are not included. The lease should not include any conditions that are not allowed by the Residential Tenancies Act. BBB offers the following advice when looking for a new apartment:

Look for

referraLs first

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 pm

United Pentecostal Church

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

Sunday Worship Services 11 am

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

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

www.knox-leamington.com

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

NO MASSES FROM JULY 14 TFN

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 pm (English)

Sunday Masses: 7:30 am (English)

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

12 Noon (Portuguese)

3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

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

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street

Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church

9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 am

Mersea United Church 1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 9:30 am

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:50 am (Summer 10 am)

you are or are not comfortable with disclosing. Some tidbits of information, such as your Social Insurance Number, shouldn’t be required at all. Feel free to ask why any particular detail is needed, and what the landlord plans to do with your application form once the process is completed.

know your rights

The Residential Tenancies Act is overseen by the provincial government through Landlord and Tenant Board. It’s important for all renters to be aware of exactly what can be expected from their new landlord, and what in turn is expected from them.

The best place to start when searching for a good landlord is friends and family. Check with anyone you know who is renting or has done so recently, and remember, many property owners operate more than one property, so be clear with him or her about exactly what your needs are.

Protect your PersonaL information

Applying for a rental usually involves filling out a form that requests a variety of personal information. Some of this is necessary for your potential landlord to do a credit check, but you can decide for yourself what

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Note any damage to walls and floors, be sure the windows open smoothly, and test all appliances. The landlord will ask you to sign the inspection form, so be sure you agree with all notations before you do so. Pinterest has hundreds of examples of moving and apartment searching checklists.

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The lease should include any promises or agreements you’ve discussed with the

landlord, and, as with all contracts, you should carefully read the entire document. This is a good time to discuss your landlord’s policy on painting, hanging items on walls, hiring repair people and so on. Don’t provide any money until the keys are in your hand – and you know they work!

Spot the Red Flags

Here’s how to spot red flags when searching online:

• Make sure you can view the property in person. Don’t put down a deposit before you can view the potential place in person.

• Watch out for deals and prices that seem too good to be true. Does the price seem realistic for the location and amount of bedrooms?

• Be wary of professional and low-resolution photos. Scammers often use real estate photos and model homes in their ads.

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Protect yourself from blue-green algae in Lake Erie

Residents and visitors to the area can take steps to protect themselves and their families from harmful blue-green algal blooms in Lake Erie.

Blue-green algae thrive in areas where the water is shallow, slow moving, warm and where heavy rainfall has occurred, but they may also be present in deeper, cooler water.

Blue-green algae are microscopic, plant-like organisms that occur naturally in ponds, rivers, lakes and streams. Certain types of bluegreen algae can be toxic and bad for your health and the health of pets and other animals, causing itchy, irritated eyes and skin, or flu-like symptoms. If swallowed in large quantities, these algae may also cause more serious health concerns, such as liver damage.

Blue-green algal blooms can be caused by agricultural and stormwater runoff as well as leaching from septic systems.

To help prevent, spot and respond to bluegreen algal blooms:

• Avoid the use of household fertilizers containing phosphorus, use phosphate-free household detergents and cleaning products, and maintain natural shorelines on waterfront properties.

• Do not touch bluegreen algal blooms.

• Do not swim in or drink water that you think might contain blue-green algae. Newer blooms may smell like grass, while older ones can smell like rotting garbage.

• Report blue-green algal blooms to Ontario’s Spills Action Centre at 1-800-268-6060.

• Contact your local public health unit about water advisories in your area.

Municipal drinking water is tested for a common blue-green algae toxin called microcystin whenever blue-green algae may be a concern. Monitoring activities to date continue to show that this toxin has not been detected in treated drinking water in Ontario.

Ontario has a 12-point plan to reduce the occurrence of harmful algal blooms, including working with domestic and international partners on targets and actions to reduce loadings of nutrients to the Great Lakes.

Finding a red wine to enjoy in summer

Please submit wine-related questions for publication and I will also share my experiences with local wines. You can reach me at grapeaspirations@gmail. com and on Twitter at @ gr8grapz.

This month’s question comes to us from Vivian in LaSalle: Now that summer is here, I would love to enjoy drinking red wine in the summer but find some too heavy to drink. Can you please recommend some perfect reds that we can enjoy for summer entertaining.

Vivian, thanks for your email. There is indeed a large variety of red wine available and some people, like yourself, do find the more robust ones too heavy for the high summer temperatures that we are finally experiencing.

There are a few grapes that you will find at any number of wineries in the Lake Erie North Shore area that you are more likely to find palate-pleasing than others – I’m thinking that the fact they are all low in tannins (that mouth-drying effect) may be attractive to you. Baco Noir: dark berries and black pepper; Chambourcin: bright red fruit, cranberries, cherries, red currants, subtle spice; Pinot Noir: strawberries, red licorice, cherries, mushrooms, fresh cut grass; Zweigelt: berries/currants, black pepper.

Don’t forget the oftenoverlooked rosé, which many find a refreshing alternative, especially for summer heat. About half of the wineries in the area produce a rosé, which is made from red grapes but the juice is

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only left in contact with the skins for a short period of time, which produces not only a lighter colour, but also a lighter-bodied wine with lighter tannins. Today’s rosé is also not as sweet as what some may remember from the ’80s.

My other suggestion is experimentation. Not all wines are created equal. Even if each of the almost twenty wineries in the Windsor-Essex County and Kent County corridor grew the same grape – say Cabernet Sauvignon, for example – I guarantee that

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no two of them will taste exactly the same once they are in the bottle. Yes, they will all have similar flavour and aroma profiles, but the differences between wineries – everything from soil conditions and amount of sunlight and precipitation to how long the juice is left in

contact with the skins (this is where the tannins come from) and whether it is fermented in stainless steel or American or French oak, new barrels or old (the list goes on and on) – will have an effect on the wine and how “light” or “heavy” it appears to you when you taste

it. Let your palate and your senses be your guide. If you’re going on a wine tour, take the time to chart your course to a few wineries that grow the same grape and try that wine at each of the wineries to see (or rather taste) for yourself the difference from one to the other.

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Senior girls dominate Selects Tournament

The Reid Funeral Home Leamington Senior Girls captured the Selects Tournament championship held last weekend in Kingsville.

The tournament began Friday with Leamington’s first opponent being last year’s winner, a team from Harrow. After a hard fought back and forth contest, Leamington came away with a 9-7 win to begin the tourney. Madison Chambers pitched a solid game for the win.

Saturday’s first contest was against Amherstburg. Leamington started the first inning by pushing across 7 runs and never looked back, cruising to a 29-2 win. Morgan Willms pitched flawlessly for her first win.

Up next was the host team Kingsville. Leamington began this game the same way, plating 7 runs in the first and coasted the rest of the way on good defense, coming away with a 16-1 victory. Madison Chambers pitched another strong game.

The final game of the round robin segment was against Essex. The girls started a little slower this time but pushed across 7 runs in the second and 6 more in the third inning and ended up routing Essex 266.

Going 4-0 in round robin play, the top seeded Leamington squad faced the fourth seeded Essex team again in the semi-finals. The

girls showed that they were not about to let up their hot bats and came away with a 25-6 score.

This win put them in the championship game against Harrow. In typical fashion, Leamington put up a quick 6 runs in the top half of the first inning. But this time they let their opposition battle back to tie it at 10 after four innings. After putting up a single run in the fifth and adding 5 more in the top of the seventh, it was too much for Harrow to overcome and Leamington went on to win 16-10.

Amazing defence was the story in shutting down a high-powered Harrow attack.

Madison Chambers and Morgan Willms shared the pitching duties in this one.

Lily Sabutsch took home the MVP honours showing a powerful bat and some amazing defensive plays.

Many spectators were in awe of the hitting abili-

ties of these young girls. Coaches Ken Hamm and Chris Malott both agreed that this was likely the best Select team that they had been a part of with a lineup of pure hitters from top to bottom. “We never wor-

ried where we were at in the batting order because all the girls were clutch hitters,” they said.

The girls are a tight bunch, had a lot of fun together and it showed. They were a true team and that

obviously led to their success! Leamington was well represented on and off the field!

The Reid Funeral Home Senior Girls shut down a powerful Harrow team to capture the Selects Tournament championship. Team members, front left to right, are: Trudy Bueckert, Abby Chambers, Jocelyn Manning, Chelsey Malott, coach Ken Hamm. Back row:

Coach Chris Malott, Madison Hamm, Kally Elias, Madison Chambers, Chelsea Kwiatkowski, Lily Sabutsch, Morgan Willms, Alissa Reid, Brittany Dundas. (Photo submitted)

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South Buxton race night

By Mike Bennett

South Buxton Raceway

Rob Quick was on the wrong end of the 2008 points, a season in which he dominated his class at South Buxton Raceway but finished second in the standings. The Cottam driver hopes to turn the tables this year.

Quick moved into second place in the Tirecraft MiniMods standings with his third feature win of the season on Saturday night. He closed to within 222 points of the second-place finishing Kyle Hope, of Blenheim, with four race nights left in the regular season.

While the differential seems insurmountable, South Buxton unveiled a new format this season in which each driver’s two

worst points nights are erased from their totals. The system was implemented to eliminate substitute drivers and car swapping.

Quick missed opening night and had a DNF in a feature, as he stands to only lose 63 points.

Hope, meanwhile, won the three previous weeks and has posted 10 top-fives in 11 features. His only nontop five finish was a 10th, so the division leader stands to lose double-figures in points.

“I think I remember back in the day, I lost a title because they took away points for two nights, so it might work against him (Hope),” said Quick, referring to the 2008 season when the same system was in place and he finished second to Cottam’s

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Denis DeSerrano because he lost more points due to better finishes.

“I’ve had one bad night and missed a night, and I don’t think he (Hope) has had any bad nights. “So I still got hope.... to catch Hope,” Quick said.

He started his last-gap surge for a third career points title by catching, passing and finishing ahead of Hope in Saturday’s feature. Hope passed Quick for the lead on lap six but the Cottam driver returned the favour six laps later and led the rest of the way.

Hope dropped back to third as Dresden’s Marshall Hereygers took up the chase of Quick. As the leaders came around for the white flag, Hereygers came down and made hard contact with Quick coming out of turn four.

Quick was able to straighten the nose after the contact to maintain the lead while Hereyegers lost momentum and faded to a 7thplace finish.

“He got into me pretty hard, I just held on to her and held it to the floor and she kept going straight,” Quick said of the incident.

Quick initially thought the contact came from

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Hope, as he didn’t realize Hereygers had moved into second.

“I thought it was the 73 (Hope),” Quick said. “He’s fun to race with, he’s fast and he’s good. I wanted this win, I wanted to wreck Hope’s four in a row, I think he’s won enough this year already,” Quick said, with a hearty laugh.

Kingsville’s Larry Hart, Merlin’s Steve Shaw Jr. and Essex’s Tom Reimer rounded out the top five. Kingsville’s Norm DeSerrano finished 8th, Leamington’s Brandon Windsor 11th and Windsor’s Gerald Underwood was 15th.

Quick and Hope won their heat races.

Kingsville’s Rob Young was the only South Buxton driver to finish in the top five in every feature going

into Saturday, but his streak ended when he pulled off early in the Tirecraft Sport Stocks feature and finished 12th.

His points lead also disappeared as Chatham’s Jake Hooker won his sixth feature of the season and moved atop the standings by 11 points over Young.

Ruthven’s Brad Bloomfield had a season-high 3rdplace finish while Essex’s Doris Lajeunesse was 4th, Cottam’s Tiffany Ellis 6th and Essex’s Dillon Moody 9th.

Windsor’s Jamie Beaulieu won his third Autotech Bombers feature. Kingsville’s James Kelly finished 3rd and Windsor’s Dylan Fraser was 10th.

Chatham’s Eugene Hoekstra, an eight-time track champion who started

racing at South Buxton in the mid-’70s, won his first Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds feature since coming out of retirement three years ago.

Leamington’s Joel Dick finished 6th but extended his division lead to 149 points over Clayton Smith, formerly of Woodslee but now resides in Taylor, Mich. Belle River’s Mario Toniolo finished 7th, Essex’s Gerald Martin 11th, Harrow’s Patrick Lajeunesse 12th and Wheatley’s Justin Mills 17th.

Lajeunesse won his heat race, the first checkered flag for the Modified rookie.

Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford won his third straight and 10th in 11 features on the season in the Westside Performance Plus UMP Late Models.

Close race for progs teams A and B

After a nasty rainfall last Monday night, things were looking up for the Progs league as sunshine beamed down on the course Tuesday morning, Aug. 11. Unfortunately, carts were not allowed on the course and only 45 golfers ventured forth.

It must have been the lack of practice with the driving range being closed as only 18% of the guys were in plus numbers. It was a close race for teams A and B, but A prevailed by one point to win the money. Team A winners were Frank Gow, Ken Segedin, Ron Tremblay, Henry Hildebrandt, Vic Penner, Greg Dunmore, Joe Verhoeven, Brian Plumb, Bill Kelly, Les Young, Greg Gare and Ward Hutchins.

Top golfers of the day were Ken Segedin +8, Mel Davey +6, and Ward (bring it on) Hutchins with a +4. Nice shooting, Ward. There were 8 skins won by Misters Dunmore, K. Segedin, Davey, Herbert, Reimer, Mastronardi and Sudds with two.

Matt Dick had 8 attempts at birdies, but the hole kept shrinking as the day went on.

Joe Verhoeven, who had the snake from the previous week, held onto that purple serpent until the last hole when Brian Plumb rescued it from his grasp. Brian... Ken Steingart hopes that you bring it next time you play together. He said that it looks good on your bag.

Cottam’s Rob Quick (18) and Leamington’s Brandon Windsor (70) early in Saturday’s Tirecraft Mini-Mods feature. Quick went on to win his third feature race of the season.

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Falling short of expectations

Sometimes, it seems like the only thing more difficult than reaching your own goals is reaching the goals others have established for you.

It’s certainly true of professional athletes. It’s the reason I do have at least a shred of sympathy for the likes of Sydney Crosby and the hordes of Edmonton’s first overall draft picks who’ve each been expected to turn the entire team around. In the most extreme circumstances, entire contracts are somehow voided over failure to meet lofty demands.

The Los Angeles Kings seem to believe that Mike Richards’ pivotal role in helping them acquire their first-ever Stanley Cup — and then their second Stanley Cup — just wasn’t enough. His contract was put through the paper shredder by the team earlier this summer over what they declared a “material breach.” The team seems unwilling

to explain exactly what that means, which has left most of us unsurprised to hear that the NHLPA is launching an appeal on Richards’ behalf.

The veteran forward had been sputtering as of late, managing an unimpressive 15 points in 53 games. The team’s GM criticized him for his decline in physical fitness, but these conditions combined still make it seem difficult to justify the termination of a contract. Some, including myself, suspect its an underhanded means of putting some distance between payroll and the salary cap.

What becomes of the Players Association’s appeal could be pretty significant stuff as far as future contract negotiations are concerned. If said appeal isn’t taken seriously, it could be setting a precedent for unscrupulous franchises looking for a way to weasel out of what would otherwise be a binding commitment to

Southpoint Men’s Softball League Standings

It’s been another successful season for the Southpoint Men’s Softball League. Congratulations to the Dawgz on claiming first place for the regular season and to the Grinders for battling hard and grabbing second place in the final week.

Playoffs begin August 20 with the Buds hosting JTF on Diamond 1 and the Dirty Farmers hosting the Car Barn on Diamond 3. The Dawgz and Grinders will be on Diamond 7 playing an exhibition game. Just a reminder for all players, a playoff series is two games, total runs scored. Softball League Standings

certain players. Player managers who fear their own clients may suffer the same fate as Richards may start demanding ‘performance bonuses’ — a concept I’ve never exactly embraced. If you want to see a team fall apart on the ice after becoming a bunch of individuals who happen to share the same bench, look for one where multiple players have agreed to ‘performance bonuses’. Imagine that it’s early April and a player needs to score one more goal before a $100,000 bonus lands in his lap. Imagine his team is two points out of a playoff spot… can’t guarantee he’ll play with the team’s best interest in mind instead of his own, at least not nowadays.

Expectations from fans, teammates and management create the kind of pressure that can make or break just about any athlete in any sport at any level. It’s convinced God knows how many to take performance enhancing drugs while others simply crack and fall apart. Some have managed to perform well in the throes of competition, but can’t stay out of legal trouble. Mike Tyson, Darryl Strawberry, Aldon Smith, Warren Sapp, Adrian Peterson and (most recently) Patrick Kane barely even scratch the surface pertaining to those who can’t seem to stay out of the courtroom or a jail cell.

On the flip side of the same coin, there is also no shortage of players who catch all the critics off guard by soaring well above and beyond some rather modest expectations. The Red Wings seem to have a knack for snapping up players that nobody else even glances at in the first three or four

rounds of the rookie draft. Most players picked 171st overall don’t transform into superstars, but Pavel Datsyuk did exactly that. Arguably, he’s got the best hands in the game. And then there’s the Toronto Blue Jays. Eleven wins in a row? Seriously? Half a game out of first in the AL East? The Jays are a funny story every season. Every time the Toronto media hypes them up to be World Series contenders before the season even starts, they flop. I don’t recall hearing anywhere NEAR the degree of enthusiasm about them prior to the 2015 season opener and here they are, having won 12 of the past 14 with only four other teams boasting more home wins.

Changing gears slightly, I can’t imagine what the St. Louis Rams, San Diego Chargers and Oakland Raiders expect of their fans once the 2016 season gets underway. All three NFL teams have been pretty open about

intentions to pull up stakes and move into brand new stadiums in the greater Los Angeles area. Actually, I’m bewildered by the fact that none of the three ownership groups have denied such developments. In the NHL, it’s an owner’s worst nightmare for the media to find out they’ve got relocations plans more than a season before it happens (or they INTEND for it to happen). The last season or seasons become “lame duck” campaigns with thousands of empty seats left by a fanbase disinterested in supporting what will one day be somebody else’s team.

I guess that’s never a problem in the NFL, which of course is exponentially more popular than hockey through practically the entire US of A. The fact of the matter is that L.A. could take on a maximum of TWO teams, meaning that either one or two of the aforementioned teams will be stuck

in its/their current host city/ cities for the foreseeable future. Could you imagine having a boyfriend or girlfriend who tries to establish an intimate relationship with someone else, intending to dump you the second after being accepted… and then, after being shot down, turns back to you with open arms expecting a big ol’ warm, fuzzy hug? Sounds pretty brazen, but that’s exactly what at least one of these teams is going to do to its current fanbase.

The City of Angels has already been dumped by the Raiders and Rams, but who knows; maybe it’ll take one of them back. Not exactly sure what to expect.

County Bridge Results

Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. Aug. 10

North/South - 1st Eileen Edwards and Jack Warmenhoven, 2nd Joyce Bear and Marianne Whitehead, 3rd Helen Preyde and Nina Towle.

East/West - 1st Dave Derbyshire and Mame Nicholson, 2nd Al Morrison and Derek Parry, 3rd Roger Cote and Jim Perkes.

Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. Aug. 12

North/South - 1st Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 2nd Derek Parry and Ron Martin, 3rd Marg Koeman and Roy Trowell.

East/West - 1st Bob Lee and Henry Hildebrandt, Roger Cote and Jack Warmenhoven, 2nd John and Dorothy McGregor.

Bridge is played every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

Harrow Bridge Club, Thurs. Aug. 13 1st Pat DeNapoli and Teri Ford, 2nd Irene Friend and Becky Rundle, 3rd Joyce Stewart and Frank Duransky, 4th Pat Rivait and Cathy Mitchell.

Bridge is on Thursday at Harrowood 7 p.m.

Erie Shores seniors golf

Fifty-three golfers showed up Mon. Aug. 17 for an absolute perfect day for golf.

The 50/50 was won by Brett Madden and O’rest Hrynewich.

Closest to the pin on #3 was won by Tim Dobson who outshot Francis Garant. The closest to the pin on #16 was Gary McRae who edged out Willy Patkau. The longest putt on #8 was won by Gary MaRae who outputted Ed Schackoskoy. Jim Simpson ‘s putt on #17 was a little closer than Willy Patkau’s.

High-Low was the game for the day with the winning team of Bill Stackpoole, Rick Metz, Ron Tremblay and Rudy Dyck at 132.

Second place team at 135 was Don Chalcraft, Richard Leslie, Francis Garant and Carl Young.

Third and fourth place at 139 went to the teams of Ken Luxford, John Tofflemire, Ed Schackoskoy, Jim Thompson and Barry Power, along with John Rutgers, Jim Simpson, Bob Dick and Tom Klassen.

John Rutgers once again was low man for the day at 77, followed closely by Matt Dick at 78 and Ed Schackoskoy at 79.

Double birdies were made by Ed Schackoskoy on #8 and #9, Thompson on #2 and #8, Matt Dick on #1 and #5, Henry Hildebrandt on #1 and #4, Ron Koop on #1 and #6, and John Rutgers on #10 and #15

Thursday night men’s golf

Team Jack Nicklaus finished first again this past week (Aug. 13) in the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores. The team has now moved their season point total up to 168, stretching its margin to 10 points over Team Bobby Jones who remains in second at 158. But that may change soon as Team Tiger Woods is now only two points back in third spot with 156, which is 10 better than Team Byron Nelson who remain in fourth place with 146 points.

Brendan Cornies was low gross shooter for the second week in a row, firing a three under par 32 to finish two ahead of Ryan Harder who had one under par 34. Low net honours went to Bob Dick who had 5 under net 30.

Single birdies on #1 went to Barry Miller, Neil Reimer and Ron Tremblay. Gary Alderson had one on #2. Birdies were had on # 4 by Ernie Schmidtgall, Les Young and Willy Patkau. Barry Power had one on #8. Tofflemire had one on #9. Fred Klassen had his on #12. Francis Garant had one on #15. Rounding off the birdies was Gary McRae on #16.

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Matt Dick was closest to the pin on hole #3 and also made the longest putt on hole #9, while Mike MacKinnon crushed the longest drive on hole #7.

It was a quiet night for skins with only 8 winners in the 3 flights played. In the +3 to -2 grouping, Brendan Cornies picked up a birdie skin on hole #1 and Matt Dick got a birdie skin on hole #3. Steve O’Hara had a birdie skin on hole #4 and winners of skins in the Net Flight of 7 to 30 included Duane Vlodarchyk, Jerry Meloche, Neil Debacker, Phil Cornies and Abe Bergman.

No change in the overall skins competition for the season for the top five leaders, with Henry Penner still leading the way with a total of $74.66 and Richard Lowes and Neil Sawatzky tied for second with $52.50. Ward Hutchins and Ryan Peltier are tied in fourth place with $46.67, while Steve O’Hara is fifth with $42 and Brian Humphreys is in sixth place just over a dollar behind with a total of $40.83.

To follow the league’s results and find out more about upcoming matches and fun nights, simply go to www.erieshoresgolf. com and click on the “Canadian Tire Men’s League Official Page” site.

Gary Miller’s 1954 Buick Special hardtop

Buick for 1954 created a styling sensation. The massive vertical-tooth grille makes this car recognizable as a Buick from half a mile away. The headlights and parking lights are housed together in a downward pointing oval.

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The wrap-around windshield was the beginning of a styling fad that swept through the industry from the mid to late ’50s. And the raised portion of the rear fenders foreshadowed the tailfin craze that dominated the rest of the decade.

Note also the wide whitewalls, the full wheel discs with red rims, the sweep-spear side

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trim, and portholes on the sides of the front fenders, a Buick trademark since 1949.

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And under the hood of the 1954 Buick Special was a hot new V8 engine with 264 cubic inches and 150 horsepower, replacing the straight eight in Buicks since 1931.

The bigger Buicks had received a new V8 in 1953 and now the Buick Special had one.

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Shell service station just west of Leamington bought his Buick Special about 10 years ago from a man in Jordan Station, ON, and the deal included a very rusty 1954 Buick Skylark con-

vertible, so rusty in fact that the frame was almost broken in two. That car donated its power steering unit to Gary’s ’54 Special and the Skylark later went to a collector in Sudbury who had 6 of them!

The original 264 cubic inch V8 in Gary’s car has now been replaced by a 322 cubic inch ’56 Buick engine with 4-barrel carb that had been stored in a barn near Dorchester after being taken out of a ’47 Mercury hot rod 40 years ago. The engine had been very carefully stored and the skeleton of a mouse was found behind the water pump housing. After replacing the occasional gasket, Gary was able to fire it right up. The Dynaflow transmission was rebuilt by

a shop in Windsor.

The car was apparently repainted once and the interior is like new. There was no evidence of rust anywhere and no body work was required. Gary repainted the black wheel rims red as a finishing touch. The odometer shows around 60,000 miles, and judging by the car’s amazing condition, that mileage could very well be accurate.

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Public meeting to discuss renewal of temporary use by-law

The retirement home at 1 Henry Avenue has a 3-year agreement with the local LHIN to provide 34 long-term care beds until 2018, but this raises the requirement for on-site parking spaces resulting in a deficiency of 5 spaces. They have applied to Municipal Council to renew a temporary use by-law for three years that expired July 13 that would postpone seeking a Zoning By-law amendment to address the situation.

Because this is not a standard request to renew a temporary use by-law, a public meeting will be held September 14 to garner public reaction to the request before Municipal Council reaches a decision.

In addition, administration has made it clear that, if permitted by Council, this will be the last ‘temporary’ extension.

Consensus among councillors was clear: the facility needs to acquire more property to accommodate parking.

Gary Miller’s 1954 Buick Special. Note blue-on-white 1954 Ontario license plate.

Local swimmers at National Swim Championships

State University in August and I really wanted to swim a qualifying time for next spring’s Olympic trials,” stated Cody.

Cody swam four top 10 finishes culminating in a bronze medal in the 200 i.m. Those swims were also all faster than the Olympic trials time standards.

“I have 6 events qualified for next year’s Olympic trials and that is super exciting! My best shot is actually 2020 but to compete for a spot next year is pretty encouraging,” said Cody.

Maddy Lavoie also competed in Quebec City. Maddy made the A finals in 50m breaststroke and had top 15 times in the 100m breaststroke and 100m backstroke. The WEST relay team that Maddy swims with also placed 10th in the country. Maddy is less than 1 second off from qualifying for the 2016 Olympic trials in the breaststroke and backstroke events.

“Girls generally mature faster in the pool than the guys. But to even be thinking about possibly joining my brother next year is kinda crazy,” said Maddy.

For now, Cody will be heading back to DSU in Mississippi and Maddy is preparing for Grade 10 at LDSS. Both will train approximately 20 hours a week in the pool as well as additional sessions in the weight room.

Skills training at UK Soccer week in Leamington

With a seagull feather he had just found in hand, Landyn

prepares to send a ball into the other team’s ‘room’.

Lakers in league tournament

The Leamington Minor Midget Lakers competed in the Sun Parlour Midget League Championship on the weekend. The Lakers posted a 2 and 2 record in the double knockout tourney.

On Friday evening, Aug. 14, they edged the Amherstburg Major Cardinals 1-0 and then Saturday morning dropped a nail biter 3-2 to the Tecumseh Minor Rangers. That afternoon they doubled the Chatham Major Diamonds 6-3 but were eliminated Saturday evening, dropping an 8-3 contest with a return match against the Tecumseh Minor Midgets.

In the win over a very talented Chatham team, Lucas Lamotte pitched five scoreless innings, giving up only four hits to earn the win. Kameron Wall and Brett Enns came on to pitch the final two frames. Wall led offensively with three hits, and Lamotte, Enns and Ryan Wall had two hits each. R. Wall’s third inning double knocked in two runs. Aidan Massad, Brandon Teichroeb, Anthony Fehr and Dylan Bertolo had single tallies to round out the Lakers’ 13-hit attack.

The Essex Major Yellow Jackets defeated the Tecumseh Major Rangers to win the championship game on Sunday afternoon.

The majority of games in the tournament were played in Leamington. The Sun Parlour Midget League consists of 11 teams from Essex and Kent County.

The next Leamington home game is Friday, Aug. 21 when they host the Essex Minor Midget Yellow Jackets at 7 p.m. at the Kinsmen Baseball Complex.

Kayle Grossi (left) and Tomas Kniaziew take part in a goalkeeping warm-up drill during UK Soccer’s week in Leamington Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Kinsmen Fields behind the Sun Parlour Community Curling Club. The camp included 29 students throughout the week, beginning Monday, Aug. 10 and ending Friday, Aug. 14.

From left to right, Logan Konrad, Lindsey Curchin and Liam Alice take part in a goalkeeping warm-up drill during UK Soccer’s week in Leamington Wednesday, Aug. 12.

One of two teams sends soccer balls into the opposition’s ‘room’ during an exercise with UK Soccer’s Leamington week. (SOUTHPOINT SUN PHOTOS)

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2 bdrm apartment and penthouse available in Leamington. Located near shopping. Util incl, on-site mgmt, secure building, laundry, elevator, party room. Call 519-326-4622 to inquire.

PLUMBROOK MANOR APARTMENTS

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LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

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

Amenities include:

• library and social rooms

• new Smart Card “no coin” laundry

• beautiful lobby

• underground parking

• outdoor balconies

• FREE utilities and window coverings

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

ERIE APARTMENTS

137 Erie St. South

2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call Bob at 226-936-1676

1 BEDROOM NEWLY renovated apartment for rent. Adults only. No pets. $695/ month, utilities included. Call after 6:00 pm. 519-3263157. my6-tf

1 BEDROOM CONDO for rent - 44 Robson Road Leamington. $750 plus util/month. No pets. Call Kathy 519-326-5786. jl22-tf

2 BEDROOM HOUSE in downtown Leamington with full basement, garage, fridge & stove. Newly renovated. Available immediately. Call 519-816-0068 or 519-9900240. au19

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400 Oak St. E., Leamington GREAT 2 bdrms, UTIL INCL! COME SEE!

Social room w/events, pkg, secure entry, on-site mgmt. CALL TODAY! 519-324-9610 realstar.ca

INDOOR/OUTDOOR

CARPENTRY - Renovations and repairs, windows (full warranty), doors, painting, flooring, basements, drywall, kitchens, bathroom. Decks, fences, sheds & vinyl siding. Free estimates. 35 years experience. We install windows and doors year round (senior discount). Call Bill at 519-566-8408. jl29-au19

PLUMBING LAWSUITHAVE you been negatively affected by a plumbing company from the Leamington area? Please e-mail us your story. Email: plumbingclassactionlawsuit@yahoo.ca. au19-se9

CALL KAHL RECYCLINGWe come to you and haul away your junk. Scrap metal and appliances are free. Everything else has a fee. Call Ken 519-322-8305, 519-326-8559. ja14-tf

J J STITCHING - SEWING, alterations, and repairs. Pants shortened $8.50 plus tax. (Some exceptions may apply such as lined pants). If your clothing is too tight or too baggy, give me a call to see if it can be altered. Call Jean at 519-968-2261. 14 Johnson Avenue, Leamington. jjstitching@gmail.com jn24-se30

ITEMS FOR SALE

TENTS FOR SALE - 2 man

pup tent asking $20. 4 person stand up tent. Features no ropes, hardly used. Asking $40. Call 519-3267881. au12-26

SOFT CREAMY FLORAL sofa, loveseat and chair. 46" round kitchen table with 2 leaves and six chairs, plus 70" tall desk/hutch. Free Spirit treadmill, 1.5 HP, 0-8 mph. Call 519-326-4634. au19-26

ALUMINUM TOOL BOX for a full size pick up and two 3 foot aluminum side mount tool boxes. All three for $250. Call 519-326-3356 or 519-818-3205. au19-26

RYOBI 10" TABLE Saw $80, Concept 10" sliding mitre saw $95, Mastercraft mitre saw stand $50, Yardworks lawn dethatcher, new, $100. Call 519-324-0369. au19-se2

YARD SALE - 153 & 157

CHRISTINACrescent, Leamington. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 21, 22 & 23 - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. New and used housewares, linens, pictures, clothing, tools, games, books and some antiques. au19

YARD SALE - MOVINGto smaller house - 101 Gladstone Avenue, Kingsville. Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 239 am to 5 pm. au19

MOVING SALE - AUGUST 22 & 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sale held indoors at 10 Margaret Street, Leamington. All items in house to be sold including 9 piece dining room set, 6 piece bedroom set, recliners, fine china and kitchenware. au19

LOST

LOST- COCKATIEL - GREY & white and rosey cheeks20 years old. Would like to have him back. Goes by the name Cookie. Call 519-3240017 or 519-324-1699. au19

ST. JOHN'S PIG ROAST -

Leamington Marina, Friday

September 4, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Adults $15, children $6. Cash bar. Call church office for tickets 519-326-3111. au5-26

WHEATLEY WIZZERS 4TH ANNUAL PIG ROAST

Fundraiser, Saturday, August 22 at 2308 Deer Run Rd., Wheatley. Doors open 4:30 p.m., dinner 6:00 p.m., music 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Games, raffle, lots of door prizes. $25 per person or $40 per couple, kids 7-12 $10, age 6 and under free. BYOB and lawnchairs. Proceeds to the Kidney Foundation. Info: Tracy Buchenauer 519-825-7652 or 519-300-1960. au19

UP KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $12 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $10. Brunch on the second Sunday of the month, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. 519733-5162 (office) or 519733-9081 (bar). oc29-tf

PLUMBING SERVICE

• Repairs

• Installations

• Drain Cleaning

• Excellent Rates

• 37 Years Experience

Ed Higginbottom 519-329-1779

eh48@hotmail.ca

DOUBLE BOX SPRING/MATTRESS set with metal frame; 2 sets of sheets, 7 piece queen comforter set includes comforter, bedskirt, two standard shams and three decorative pillows. 100% cotton, neutral colour - all in excellent condition. Great for student or that extra bedroom. Asking $200 or best offer. Call 519326-1472. au19

DINING ROOM SUITEtable 58" with 1 leaf 18", 4 chairs with upholstered seats. Cabinet 4ft wide x 78” high with light. Plenty of storage space. Cherrywood finish. Call 226-280-8188 au 19

LARGE MOVING SALEFriday, Saturday & Sunday, August 21, 22 & 23 - 8 am to 5 pm. Furniture - love seats, chairs, rockers, magazine racks, end tables, rugs, lamps, patio chairs. Plants, planters and potting bench, plant racks, garden statues & ornaments, and tools. Dishes - glass platters, bowls, some pressed glass & depression glass. Kitchen bakeware & equipment. Table linens & bed linens. Books, games, chess table. 1130 Concession 1 (across from Gore Hill School) 1/2 mile east of Leamington bypass, also known as Seacliff East. au 19

4 AUGUST AUCTION SALES

Saturday, August 22 at 9:00 am: at the Community Centre in Comber for Don McCutcheon of Chatham

Selling over 100 clocks including a lovely grandfather clock, Regulator, 3 crank, French, Octagon 8 day New Haven, numerous wall & mantle , men’s watches, clock parts & tools, shop tools, garden equip., household furniture & good appliances, etc. Plus from an area estate – corner china cabinet; curio cabinet; bedroom furniture, etc; R. Albert ‘Winsome’ china; rooster china & decor; other china, crystal, kitchenware; newer quilting frame, table & supplies; etc.

Tuesday evening August 25 at 5:00 pm: for Lee Batte at 2044 Mole Sideroad, Essex

Selling 2004Suzuki motorcycle 200 dual sport w/3800 km in mint condition; 2004 JD GT235 riding mower 54” deck, 18 HP, hydrostatic & cruise control; BBQ, garden furniture & tools; primitives; Lazyboy leather recliner; push button reclining sofa & loveseat; small tables, chairs; 3 sets bedroom furniture; maple dining set & hutch; round front china cabinet & other good antique pieces; all in very good condition; etc.

Wednesday evening August 26 at 7:00 pm:

Selling the Pleasant Valley Community Centre property at 567 Conc. Road 11, Kingsville plus a 3 yr. old J.D. D110 riding mower w/38” cut.

Saturday, August 29 at 10:00 am:

For the estate of Patrick Leafeve at 2368 Cty Rd 42, Belle River. Selling Case IH Puma 140MC dsl FWA w/low hrs & other excellent equipment.

Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 Terms, details & photos at www.jackmorrisauctions.com

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FRESH FARMS & greenhouses

JOB OPPORTUNITY

General Labor Warehouse, Vegetable Packer

Hours vary on production. Minimum Wage. Please Fax resume to 519-733-8059.

NOW HIRING: GENERAL LABOURER

• Farm or greenhouse work experience an asset

• Picking, clipping, de-leafing, etc. lifting 30-50 lbs

Depending on seasonality, hours vary daily, 6 days per week Ability to work independently and be part of a team. Wage: $11.00 per hour

Contact: Mastron-Hr@sunsetgrown.com

HIRING PACKHOUSE

SUPERVISOR

51 Acre Tomato Farm

• Supervision of packing lines and assist with day to day packing needs.

• Salary dependent on experience.

• Full time, permanent.

Contact: Mastron-Hr@sunsetgrown.com

Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible. The wage rate is $11.00 for 44.0 hours per week. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment.

No education or experience is required.

Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

SHOP LOCALLY!

PINNACLE ACRES

REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.00/hr, 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday and Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd. 18 Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via: email pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com or fax: 519-3269253. No experience or education required. oc15-tf

CERVINI FARMS

$11.00 50-55 hrs/wk Monday - Saturday Crop Maintenance and Harvesting of fresh vegetables. Worksite: 307 Hwy 77, RR2, Leamington Apply: HR@lakesideproduce.com or In Person: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm 132 Elliott Street West, Leamington

GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURER wanted. Wages $11/hour. Min. 40+ hours Mon-Sat. Must be able to maintain attendance, vital for harvesting. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates 40 lbs, working in hot conditions. Send resume to: Ingratta Farms, 341 Morse Road, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 or fax 519-326-1082.

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The Highbury Canco Corporation is currently seeking qualified individuals for: SEASONAL FACTORY HOURLYWORKERS • $11.50/hour

• Mandatory shift work – overtime may be required • Seasonal Period: July 1st – November 30th Applications available in the Human Resources lobby: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 148 Erie Street South, Leamington, ON

Licensed 313A or 313D (Registered with OCOT) Full Time, Benefits Available

Licensed 306A (Registered with OCOT) Full Time, Benefits Available

Prefer resume to be dropped off at: 238 Talbot St. W., Leamington, ON Resume must include school transcript, references and MVR (motor vehicle report)

Alternatively - send to: 519-326-3632 Fax or grossi@grossiplumbing.ca

SOUTHPOINT SUN

E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 5 p m

Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@mnsi.net We

BARRISTERS AND SOLICITORS

We are a well-established, full service law firm providing legal services to a growing list of clients in Leamington and Kingsville and the surrounding communities.

RECEPTIONIST

We are hiring a receptionist for our very busy Leamington location.

This is an entry level position. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in a legal office or general office administration program. Must have a good working knowledge of Windows and MS Office products including Word and Excel and will be required to learn law office specific software.

Duties will include routing of incoming phone calls, fax communications and mail, greeting clients and obtaining I.D., opening and closing files, scanning documents, general word processing and other general office duties.

The successful candidate will be reliable, accurate, organized and able to work independently.

Resumes will be accepted until August 26th, 2015.

Please forward your resume by email to lisa@rers.ca

WANTED...

INVENTORY CONTROL PERSONNEL

· Ordering of product

· Maintaining inventory control

· Shipping / receiving

· Pulling product

Please drop off a resume with references, MVR (Motor Vehicle Report), & Police Clearance to: 238 Talbot St. West, Leamington, ON Alternatively - send resume to: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca Fax 519-326-3632

The transportation arm of one of Leamington’s largest grower, importer, exporter and packer of greenhouse vegetables has an immediate opening for: Transportation Customs Coordinator

Reporting to the Transportation Manager, you will be responsible to ensure all cross border documentation, including e-manifests are complete and accurate …..

Qualifications:

• Complete proformas, ensuring tariffs are updated & current

• Update system to ensure driver & vehicle information is accurate for border crossing

• Coordinate customer appointments

• Review maintenance schedules to ensure equipment is available for dispatching

• Knowledge of dispatch would be an asset, but is not required;

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;

• Working knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

Company AZ Drivers

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience

• Dedicated Toronto & Montreal lanes available

• Clean Drivers Abstract

• Cross Border experience an asset

• Produce Experience

• Positive, Professional Attitude

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

Due to expansion, Caxton Mark Inc, an International manufacturer and distributor of print materials and high quality printed label products, based in Leamington, is in the process of developing and expanding its workforce.

As a result we have the following vacancy:

Shipper / Receiver

Role encompasses:- verification and inspection of inbound materials, picking of stock items and assembly of outbound shipments, completion of shipping paperwork and the maintenance of inventory/shipment records.

• Self-motivated, flexible, multi task oriented person; able to work under pressure as part of a team

• Well organized, methodical and meticulous

• Computer literate; able to keep accurate records/paperwork

• Able to lift 50 lbs essential

• Prior shipping and fork lift experience an asset

The above position is full time (40 hours per week) with the opportunity of reasonable overtime from time to time.

Training and potential career development will be offered for the right candidate. Caxton Mark prides itself on offering its wo rkforce the opportunity to learn new skills and move up over time.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience, hourly paid bi-weekly with medical benefits.

Please apply with a full resume by email to: hr@caxtonmark.com or by mail to: HR Manager, Caxton Mark Inc, 5 Iroquois Rd, Leamington, ON N8H 3V7

GENERAL LABOURER

Looking for responsible individual for maintenance of: Equipment, Buildings, Property and Vehicle Detailing. Drop Off resume with references, in the mailbox at 12 Seacliff Drive East, Leamington, ON

Local Manufacturing Supplier is accepting applications for (1)

This successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:

- Must have a Mechanical Industrial Millwright License (433A)

-Minimum of five (5) years experience within the manufacturing industry

- High degree of mechanical aptitude and complete understanding of mechanical and electrical procedures

- Preventative maintenance routines

- Experience with machining and welding, is able to participate in any continuous improvement ideas and systems

- Candidate would need to work independently, proactive, able to work on rotating shifts (days, afternoons, midnights)

- Knowledge and adherance to all TS Standards and safety and environmental regulations and requirements

Please submit resumes before August 28, 2015 humanresource.kv@gmail.com All applicants will be reviewed although

interviews will be contacted.

SOUTHPOINT SUN

NOTICES

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF JACK HYATT

All persons having claims against the Estate of Jack Hyatt, formerly of Leamington, Ontario who passed away on or about the 4th day of July, 2015, are hereby notified to send in to the undersigned Personal Representative of the said deceased on or before the 14 th day of September, 2015, full particulars of their claims, thereafter the undersigned will distribute the assets of the said Estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 11th day of August, 2015. Michael Berry By his solicitors:

C. OWEN SPETTIGUE PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION, Barrister and Solicitor, 57 Talbot Street East, P.O. Box 327, Leamington, Ontario N8H 1L1

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

kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca

PUBLIC NOTICE

ROAD 3 EAST / GRAHAM SIDEROAD INTERSECTION RECONSTRUCTION

The Road 3 East and Graham Sideroad Intersection Reconstruction will commence on Monday, August 17th 2015. The project will be complete by the end of October. The work will consist of a culvert replacement and road realignment.

Significant delays can be expected for traffic passing through the construction area and periodic closures will have to be implemented during the course of construction. Trucks and other through traffic are requested to use alternate routes and to avoid the construction area.

We appreciate your anticipated cooperation and patience during the construction as we strive to keep Kingsville a thriving community to live, work and visit.

G. Andrew Plancke, Civil Tech (ENV) Director of Municipal Services

NOTICES

ZBA #119 – 1 Henry Avenue

AND

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington will hold a public meeting concerning a proposed zoning by-law amendment under the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 on Monday, September 14, 2015 at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building.

THE PURPOSE of the proposed amendment is to permit the existing retirement home facility at 1 Henry Avenue to accommodate 92 beds temporarily for a period of three years, while providing 41 parking spaces on-site. The property has been developed to its capacity and no further parking spaces can be provided on-site. The applicant is seeking temporary relief to Section 4.38 of the Zoning By-law which requires 1 parking space for every 2 beds. The site requires an additional 5 parking spaces, plus one barrier free space in order to accommodate the addition of temporary long term care beds. The effect of the proposed amendment would allow the facility to accommodate 92 beds for a period of three years without the required parking spaces being provided on-site.

Under Section 39 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, a temporary use by-law can be passed by Council to allow land to be temporarily used for a purpose which would otherwise not be permitted under the provisions of the zoning by-law. A temporary use by-law can specify how long the use is permitted to a maximum of three years. The timeline to allow the use can be extended by Council for further periods for a maximum of three years each time.

ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed zoning by-law amendment.

IF A PERSON or public body does not make oral submissions at the Public Meeting or make written submissions to The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington to the Ontario Municipal Board.

IF A PERSON or public body does not make oral submissions at the Public Meeting or make written submissions to The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to this matter is available for review at the Municipal Office for The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington, during regular office hours. Please contact Danielle Truax, Manager of Planning Services, for further information.

DATED at the Municipality of Leamington this 14th day of August, 2015.

TRACEY PILLON-ABBS

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON 111 ERIE STREET NORTH, LEAMINGTON, ONTARIO N8H 2Z9

TELEPHONE: 519-326-5761