‘Spotted in Leamington’ spotted doing ice bucket challenge
By Sheila McBrayne
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Approximately 30 people came out on 24 hours notice to take up the Spotted in Leamington community ice bucket challenge on Wednesday, August 27.
“My brother Joe did it in Windsor with Spotted in Windsor, and I thought why not do it here?” said Anthony Jraige, creator of the Spotted in Leamington Facebook page where residents post (mostly) positive stories and experiences that happen to them in and around Leamington. The popular site has approximately 2,300 likes and receives daily entries.
“We had a decent turnout for 24 hours notice. I was a little nervous about the turnout, especially when I heard George [Barrette] and the rep from ALS were coming, but I’m very happy with it,” said Jraige.
The event raised a total of $275, according to Sharon Coleman, representing the Windsor-Essex ALS chapter. “Any money raised here remains locally with ALS Windsor,” she stated.
A special guest in the crowd who came to watch and cheer on those accepting the ALS ice bucket challenge was George Barrette and his wife Peggy of Leamington. Barrette, 69, has lived with ALS for nine years. Through his communication device, George shared his feelings about the ALS ice bucket challenge, which has raised millions of dollars for ALS research. “Finally, we will have money for research.”
“I lost my voice 9 years
ago. I’ve been in a wheelchair for 6 years,” Barrettee went on to explain.
Barrette is one of the more than 30,000 Canadians who suffer from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also nicknamed Lou Gehrig’s Disease.
Factories, companies, institutions, individuals, politicians, neighbours and friends have all joined in on this social media phenomenon, which has raised more than $30 million in one month!
Last minute supporters for this group ice bucket challenge included Home Hardware (buckets), Sherman’s Station (water and location), and Double Seven gas station (ice).
AT RIGHT: Spotted in Leamington Facebook page creator Anthony Jraige, who challenged the community of Leamington to take the ice bucket challenge and help raise money for ALS, was one of about 30 to get soaked with icecold water.
George Barrette, who suffers from ALS, is surrounded by members of the Leamington community who came out to raise money for the community ice bucket challenge.
(SUN Photo)
Kidney Walk strolls into Leamington
The Kidney Foundation of Canada is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is preparing for its annual Kidney Walk on Sunday, September 21 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the walk set to start at 10 a.m. This year’s goal is $30,000 for the Windsor-Essex Kidney Walk. Erika Muscat, Publicity & Events Coordinator, The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Windsor & District Chapter, is excited for the new location of the walk. In Windsor-Essex, a kidney walk with varying names has been a major fundraiser for the organization for 13 years. The walk had previously been held at Colasanti’s, but has been moved to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex to accommodate the growing number of participants.
This year’s Kidney Walk will feature Rosie the Clown and facepainting for the kids. There will be light refreshments during the registration period. Classic Country Rockers will also be playing to get participants geared up for the 5 km walk.
There will be prizes for the top fundraisers, including two VIA Rail tickets. Guest speaker will be Dr. Amit Bagga. All participants who raise a minimum of $100 will receive a Kidney Walk t-shirt and a gift certificate for two free large 3-item pizzas from Domino’s Pizza.
The Kidney Walk is a special time for dialysis patients, organ transplant recipients, living donors and the medical community to come together and support the Foundation.
“The walk is a scenic route that goes by the beautiful Leamington Marina and also offers an early turnaround for those who can’t do the full 5 km,” said Muscat.
Building on the tremendous success of last year’s event, organizers across Ontario are looking for your help to reach the 2014 goal of $850,000 to help provide hope to the more than 10,000 Ontarians currently living with kidney failure. No one signs up for kidney disease, but with your help steps can be taken to ease the burden of kidney disease. One in 10 Canadians are currently living with kidney disease.
Leamington Fire Department deputy-chief Michael Ciacelli tends to the scene of a triggered smoke alarm at 79 Wigle St. late in the afternoon of Monday, Aug. 25. Residents of the home inadvertently left the self-cleaning function of their oven on before leaving the building, allowing the stove to activate the feature and generate fumes and smoke. A neighbour who heard the smoke alarm through an open side window called the fire department, which found no flames or damage upon arrival. Firefighters were able to enter the house through the side window. The use of a thermal imaging camera determined that there were no flames present in the house. There were no injuries and no damage resulting from the incident.
Think school bus safety
The kids are back to school and everyone – both riders and motorists – is reminded to be vigilant and patient, and practise smart school bus safety.
Drivers:
• Always stop for a school bus. Whether on a city street, highway or county road, and regardless of the speed limit and the number of lanes, motorists travelling in both directions must stop when approaching a stopped school bus with its upper red lights flashing. A flashing stop arm will swing out while passengers are boarding or leaving the bus. (The only exception: on highways separated by a median, traffic coming from the opposite direction is not required to stop). Once all passengers have boarded, the STOP arm will
fold away. Do not start moving until the red lights have stopped flashing and the bus begins to move.
• Penalties for not stopping: First offence is $400 to $2,000 and 6 demerit points. Each subsequent offence is $1,000 to $4,000, 6 demerit points, and possible jail time up to 6 months.
Kids:
• Be at the school bus stop on time. Wait in a safe place well back from the edge of the road. Do not play in ditches or on snow banks. Enter the bus in single file holding the handrail. Find a seat right away and stay seated facing forward at all times. Do not place things in the aisle.
• Avoid rowdy behaviour. Do not throw things or eat or drink. Keep your arms and head inside the bus.
• Never distract the bus driver. Always follow his or her instructions.
• When you leave the bus, move away from the side. If you can touch the bus, you are too close. If you drop something near the bus, never try to pick it up because it’s quite likely the bus driver can’t see you. Ask an adult or the driver to help.
• When crossing the street to get on or off the bus, walk at least 10 big steps in front of the bus along the side of the road and look at the driver for a signal before crossing. Look all ways before crossing the road. Walk, never run, to where your parent or caregiver is waiting for you on the side of the road where the bus stops.
Investigation leads to drug arrests
Multiple forces have combined their efforts to make multiple drug-related arrests in Leamington.
Members of the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), the Drug Enforcement Unit of Windsor and Essex County OPP Street Crimes Unit worked together with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Ministry of Finance in an investigation that led to search warrants executed at Erie Convenience situated at 91 Erie St. South in Leamington.
The investigation began after police received information on the alleged sale of illegal narcotics at the convenience store. The search warrants were executed on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 27. Two additional search warrants were executed at residents on Emerson Street and Sturgeon Meadows — also in Leamington — in relation to the same investigation. Four suspects were arrested while the search warrant was implemented, as police seized fentanyl, oxycontin, money, contraband tobacco, a 2000 Chrysler Intrepid and a 2005 GMC Envoy.
“This investigation demonstrates the ongoing commitment of law enforcement to work in partnership to assure public safety,” stated RCMP inspector Serge Cote, the officer in charge at the Windsor detachment. “These partnerships allow police agencies to leverage each other’s experience and expertise to advance to the common objective of public safety.”
“The OPP remains committed to the citizens of Essex County in ensuring safe and secure communities,” noted Essex County OPP detachment commander inspector Glenn Miller. “This recent enforcement initiative should be a clear message to those individuals who continue to engage in the illegal distribution of controlled/restricted drugs, that they have our attention. Through the ongoing collaborative partnerships we share in law enforcement our capacity to identify and respond appropriately to ongoing criminal activity should not be underestimated by those engaged in criminal enterprise crimes.”
The investigation and search warrants led to the arrest of four individuals, each facing multiple charges. The arrested persons and their respective charges are as follows:
• Jimy Al Ubeidi (50-year-old male) — possession of a scheduled drug for the purpose of trafficking (x3), possession of property obtained by crime (x3), unlawfully possessing unstamped tobacco, unlawfully purchasing unstamped tobacco;
• Manon Lalonde (30-year-old female) — possession of a scheduled drug for the purpose of trafficking, possession of property obtained by crime;
• Sattar Al Shibawi (48-year-old male) — possession of a scheduled drug for the purpose of trafficking (x2), possession of property obtained by crime, unlawfully possessing unstamped tobacco, unlawfully purchasing unstamped tobacco;
• Fahat Robiah (56-year-old male) — possession of a scheduled drug for the purpose of trafficking (x2), possession of property obtained by crime, unlawfully possessing un-
Leamington man facing several criminal charges
On August 30 at 1:32 a.m., Leamington OPP responded to a 911 call from outside a residence in the Municipality of Leamington.
Upon police arrival, a male was seen running from the scene where the assault allegedly took place. That evening, police were able to identify and arrest a 27-year-old Leamington man at his residence.
He was charged with aggravated sexual assault, forcible confinement, failure to comply with probation order, and possession of a controlled substance (marijuana) under 30 grams. He was held for a bail hearing in Windsor.
Belligerent salesman tries to impersonate cop
Kingsville OPP arrested and charged a 37-year-old door-to-door salesman for impersonating a police officer.
On Aug. 27 police received several complaints about a man selling water heaters being belligerent and pushy. One of the residents got into a disagreement with the salesman and said he was going to call the police. The salesman stated that he didn’t have to call the police because he was one. When asked his name, the salesman identified himself as one of the officers who had dealt with him earlier in the day.
Police located the salesman in the area and arrested him for impersonating a police officer. James Storton of Kitchener will be appearing in court on Sept. 25 in Windsor.
warrants executed at houses on Emerson Street and Sturgeon Meadows led to the arrest of four suspects, all facing multiple charges.
stamped tobacco, unlawfully purchasing unstamped tobacco.
All four suspects are residents of Leamington.
Al Ubeidi was scheduled to appear in provincial court in Windsor Thursday, Aug. 28 with the remaining co-accused scheduled for a first appearance the following day in Windsor to answer to Excise Act 2001 offences. They are to appear in Leamington court Oct. 30 to answer to the remaining charges.
Anyone with additional information relating to these arrests may contact their local police agency or if they wish to remain anonymous, may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where they may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Essex County OPP forces, working in conjunction with the RCMP and Ministry of Finance, conduct search warrants at Erie Convenience in Leamington Wednesday, Aug. 27. An investigation began after information was received alleging that illegal narcotics were being sold at the business. Two additional search
A breath of fresh air
Just over a week ago, I anticipated my time off the island like a breath of fresh air. A change in routine, slightly cooler temperatures, more people and the chance to shop all excited me!
stores to make the purchases, I was exhausted and a good part of the week was over!
We were supposed to fly off the island Sunday morning; however, our pilot suggested that due to threat of Hurricane Cristobal an earlier departure was preferable. We hurried ourselves and were ready to fly by 5:00 Saturday evening. A plane (not the one we expected) arrived an hour and a half late. We had just enough time to hop in with our things and wave good-bye to Charlie and the crew. Apparently our pilot’s plane lost his front landing gear! I white-knuckled my way to the end of the runway where it meets the sea. Thankfully, the plane rose into the air, banked quickly to the left to avoid a small hill and we were off for the 15-minute trip to Nassau!
Unfortunately, we missed the last flight out to Lauderdale that day, so we stayed at the Castilinas Motel, a recommendation from the first hotel we stopped at, as it was full. Our Bates-like motel looked like it may have been the place to be four decades ago. I appreciated it for that. It brought memories of Spenser’s back in the day except with tiki bars and umbrellas drinks. Besides Mark, myself and the hospitable manager, there wasn’t another soul there. My gut said “leave” but my heart couldn’t bear putting the motel’s nightly income back to zero, so we stayed. The room was clean and after Mark tinkered with the vibration of the A.C. it only rivaled that of a small lawn mower.
I knew Mark was psyching up for the gold medal game, so I didn’t have the heart to tell him that I was ‘silver-hair side-swiped’ in the Pier One parking lot. I walked outside just in time to witness the paint being removed from our bumper and watched in a daze as the lady slowly and methodically left without knowing anything happened! I apologize if my description is disrespectful, but a friend gave me the term and told me to prepare for more!
I am lucky that I enjoy my time alone and all the things that come with it, like eating what you want, when you want and going to bed when tired and waking up when ready. I’m part Scandinavian from my father’s side of the family, but I took my roots to a new level as I enjoyed cream cheese and lox EVERY morning!
IMessage, Facebook and FaceTime were all my friends for the week and they gave me the opportunity to post new pictures, text with my friends and family. Hearing their voices helped to pass some time.
Morning came early and so did our flight. We were in Ft. Lauderdale by 9:30 a.m. and shopping for supplies at Home Depot by 11. A two-hour tour through the maze at lKEA exhausted us and the moths flying out of Mark’s wallet as we spent our first $24 in four weeks. That did us in for the day!
Mark and I both noticed that our throats were sore within an hour after arriving in the city. Not a cold symptom sore throat, but scratchy at the back of the tongue and upper throat kind. I think it may not be the breath of fresh air that I was looking for after all.
The following morning I dropped Mark off at the airport to begin his trip west for the 55+ Canadian Games. The moths turned to butterflies and I took off for Cosco where I purchased our five-week supply of dry goods. Next I ventured around the city shopping for pillows and lamps requested by the owner of the island. By the time I took photos, sent emails for approvals and then returned to various
Hopefully, when Mark returns I can get him to whip up his famous Margaritas and we can wash the scratchiness away! I’m ready to return to our island, my golf cart and the fresh sea air, but no doubt in another five weeks all the chaos will look inviting again.
The water is always bluer on the other side of the sea! What is civilized, really?
Where have all the funny people gone?
I wrote a little while ago about the loss of entertainment icons of my lifetime and how those entertainers affected my life.
It’s a wonder that the laughter can continue without all of these hilarious people around.
Shirley Temple, Mickey Rooney and all of those old time contract actors were all one-of-a-kind in their own way, but with the loss of Robin Williams last month and the serious condition of Joan Rivers at press time, the laughs just keep fading away. It’s almost as if we’re losing all of the funny people in a short span of time.
Don’t get me wrong. I love a good comedian and there are a few out there who make me laugh, like Louis C.K., Larry the Cable Guy and occasionally Dane Cook.
But when you think of the funny people who are no longer with us, it’s staggering.
Chris Farley and Phil Hartman, who both died suddenly less than five months apart, were also SNL castmates and both very funny guys in their own right. Farley’s Tommy Boy movie still makes me laugh to this day.
Each of these comedians has that great part that makes you chuckle just thinking about them.
Comedian John Pinette, another of my more modern favourites, died in the spring after cancelling a couple of shows at Caesars Windsor. I was looking forward to seeing him and can still hear him saying “Nay nay.”
I didn’t think too much on this subject until Williams’ sudden death last month. Here was a guy who made me laugh just by looking at him, and yet, he was unable to keep himself happy enough in life to continue.
It made me think about all of those who went before him. Untimely deaths in the peak of their careers, all through various causes, but they all had one common denominator: they made us laugh.
John Belushi comes to mind as being one of the early ones for me. His castmate Gilda Radner was equally funny and they both died too young. Both had reached that iconic TV star stage but neither had reached full potential when they passed away.
Sam Kinison, who everyone remembers for his primal scream delivery, was a very funny guy who was killed by a drunk driver.
The list goes on, but we can’t leave out John Candy and John Ritter, both of whom succumbed to heart issues way too young.
For me, Williams’ Mrs. Doubtfire sets the standard, while I can picture Belushi doing the samurai character and Gilda Radner doing her Roseanne Rosannadanna act on Saturday Night Live.
Candy would be totally Uncle Buck and Ritter would reprise his role as Jack Tripper from Three’s Company.
And there would be Farley, not as Tommy Boy, but as Matt Foley, the loud but loveable SNL character who lived in a van, down by the river.
There was once a song called Rock and Roll Heaven that was made famous by the Righteous Brothers in the 1970s. It spoke about all of the rock and roll acts who had passed away and imagined them all getting together for a huge concert in heaven.
Well imagine a comic heaven, where all of these funny people will gather to tell jokes and do skits. Williams would most certainly be the headliner for that, but there are a lot of funny people who could hold their own on that stage.
I know I’ve missed so many more who deserve to be mentioned here, but these are among my favourites.
All gone too soon and all of them could have been around to make us laugh for years to come.
Nanu, Nanu.
MARK RIBBLE
Rib’s Ramblings
Questers enjoy summer day trips
Do you love history, touring historic sites or the study or acquisition of antiques? Questers is the organization for you. Questers chapters study antiques, the restoration and preservation of historic places and memorials. Each meeting is spent learning about antiques, sharing your collection, as well as an opportunity to meet experts in many fields and visiting interesting places with fellow chapter members that have the same interest.
Furthermore, in the next year the international chapters are contributing $110,000 US to the historical preservation and restoration of projects throughout North America. One of these is the wallpaper for the downstairs bedroom at John R. Park Homestead.
Recent meetings have involved going to John R. Park Homestead for the Lost Art and Blueberry Festival. Allan King and Neil Bannister made a rope. The group heard about the curing of furs, received information from the guild on spinning, observed weaving, candle making and blacksmithing.
In July the Pelee Past Questers toured the Buxton National Historic Site and Museum. Spencer Alexander, the assistant curator, led a tour of the cabin and informed the group of the planned community and the expectation for the size of the homes. The Questers proudly noted the picket fence, a grant contributed by another Windsor Chapter of Quester supplied. Next was the barn with the antique farm equipment Alexander works at restoring. Over at the school, as the Questers sat in the student desks, Alexander challenged them to beat a turn of the century fourth grader. The reading comprehension and math problem were way above them. Join the Pelee Past Questers for their September meeting when they attend Doors Open Ontario in Windsor. This is a program organized by Ontario Heritage Trust. The group is assembling at 9 a.m. at the RCSS in the southwest corner of the parking lot to car pool on Saturday, Sept. 27. Guests are welcome.
Impaired driver hits 5 vehicles and a pole
Leamington OPP arrested a 63-year-old Windsor man after he was involved in a motor vehicle collision where he struck five parked vehicles and a pole, which resulted in a power outage in the area.
At 8:15 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 31 a 2007 Dodge Ram pickup, allegedly being driven by Martin Klassen, was travelling west on Point Pelee Drive at a high rate of speed when he lost control of his vehicle and struck five parked vehicles and the power pole. There were no injuries and there is no estimate of the damages at this time.
Klassen was arrested at the scene and is facing the following charges: driving a motor vehicle while ability impaired; driving a motor vehicle with blood alcohol in excess of 80 mg; dangerous operation of a motor vehicle; failing to remain at the scene of a motor vehicle collision.
Klassen is scheduled to appear in Provincial Court in Leamington on Sept. 16.
Goodwill effort a good example
Editor:
If you had an opportunity to see the commotion happening on Chestnut Street last week, it didn’t happen by chance.
Leamington’s newly revitalized park on Chestnut St. has acted as a much-needed shot of “good morale” for a town working through tough times.
It’s easy for people to complain, criticize or give up on our town.
Instead of accepting the norm of our community, Karen Driedger decided to do something. Karen and her family use this park, and she wanted to improve it. She started by contacting our town’s Public Works Manager, Ken Brown. From there, Ken discovered a TV Ontario program called “Giver” that revitalizes community parks. So Ken contacted Karen back and told her about this program. After that, Karen applied. She followed up a few times and because of her efforts the Leamington project was selected.
Not only did Karen help improve her neighbourhood for her family, but her hard work has affected other families who live near by. Now other famililies have a safe, trendy and unique park.
This type of community goodwill effort should act as an example of the spirit needed from our residents, and hopefully others will carry on Karen’s mission. It also serves as a
model of
Thanks to everyone who was involved, volunteers, donors, the town, and the Driedgers.
– Tim Wilkinson, Leamington
Questers Allan King and Neil Bannister making a rope at the Lost Art and Blueberry Festival at John R. Park Homestead.
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, take the high road when you find yourself in the midst of a disagreement with a friend. It may be tempting to stick to your guns, but the disagreement is nothing too significant.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Much is going on, Taurus, and you have trouble zeroing in on a focal point. Unless you make a list of all you want to accomplish, you may get lost in the shuffle.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
You sometimes change your moods on a whim, Gemini. But lately you have been more steadfast in your convictions. This behavior will continue for some time.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Don't make any rash moves in the next few days, Cancer. For whatever reason your common sense meter is a little off. You may want to run ideas past a trusted friend for a while.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, unless you try you will never be able to tell if something is within your capabilities. Do not be afraid to fail. It's better than putting in no effort at all.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you're wearing your heart on your sleeve this week. Don't worry, as your willingness to share your emotions will endear you to others.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
There are only so many hours in the day, Libra. You need to pick and choose your activities accordingly. You likely will not be able to squeeze everything in.
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SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, if you want to get involved in something, then by all means give it your best shot. If it's something foreign to you, let others take the reigns until you're more comfortable.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
A new perspective is all you need to feel better this week, Sagittarius. A change of scenery or even looking to an old friend for advice can make a real difference.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
The friends you thought you could count on turn out to be the real deal, Capricorn. Just see what they have in store for you this week. You will be so surprised.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
It is okay to have strong opinions, Aquarius. But respect the opinions of others who may disagree with your point of view. Learn how to walk away from pointless situations.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
There's more to the story than meets the eye, Pisces. Quick judgement may land you in hot water. Wait for the dust to settle.
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Growing winter squash
In the back yard...
Growing winter squash will require rich fertile soil with lots of homemade compost. Start seeding indoors about 2-3 weeks before the last frost. Following the seed packet instructions, cover the seedlings (depending on the variety) for the first week to allow the plant to harden. For direct seed planting, allow the soil temperature to warm.
Despite its name, winter squash is not frost hardy so for best results for fall harvest is to allow the plant to have a good spring start.
A sturdy trellis or chain link fence will allow the plant to climb and develop into a fall hanging harvest. Squash plants will wander and grow all over the garden if you don’t train the plant to grow where you want.
Growing squash and choosing a variety with the shape, colour, size, sweetness and texture you want can be hard to accomplish. For best results visit a farmers market in the fall and try different varieties, then buy a seed catalog paying attention to the length of the growing season and the flavour and texture descriptions of each plant.
Winter squash is not grown in cold winter climates, but is named so because of the ability for storage during the winter.
Make sure the squash is fully matured before picking. Once the fruit becomes waxy or has a hard skin they are fully ripe. When the vines die at the end of the growing season, mostly because the powdery mildew has caught up or the first frost has killed the foliage, this still does not mean the fruit is ripe.
Use the remaining unripe fruit for composting as they will not store without rotting, but be careful not to compost any diseased foliage.
Leave about an inch of stem and store squash in the basement or garage where it stays cool (50-55ºF).
Winter squash is also used for Halloween and Thanksgiving table decorations in arrangements mixed with a variety of Indian corn, apples, wheat and miniature pumpkins.
Fall is coming quickly, so start planning for next year’s garden.
Lace It Up For Liver
Lace It Up For Liver, a 5K fundraising walk for the Canadian Liver Foundation, was held July 27 at Seacliff Park. From left to right are: Maria Knelsen, Trudy Driedger, Judy Buhler, Eva Driedger, Susan Reddekopp, Bennie Banman, Helen Klassen, Jake Unger and Tina Knelsen. The group raised approximately $500 with donations still coming in. “I lost my Mom to liver failure last year,” said Susan Reddekopp. “I know how much it means to have support during a battle like that so I’ve committed to raising awareness and funds in support. I want everyone to know how important it is to take care of your liver and your body in general. Your liver is the second largest organ in your body. It has more than 500 different functions. These are just a few things it does: it cleanses your blood, regulates your body fuel, manufactures many essential body proteins, regulates the balance of many hormones, regulates cholesterol, regulates supply of essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and copper, it produces bile which eliminates toxic substances from the body and aids in digestion. I would like to thank everyone who donated their time and money to such a worthy cause.”
(Submitted photo)
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the Leamington Fairgrounds, was a popular celebration of sports, entertainment, food and prizes.
This free event began with the two final games of the soccer league that started out in May with a roster of 18 teams. The results of the semi-final games reduced the number of teams to 8. The final games involved the DiCiocco, 5 Star, Windsor International and Nature Fresh teams.
The spectators, in excess of 1,500, were entertained by two hotly contested final games.
The winner of 2014 Liga MX was the 5 Star team.
A majority of the soccer fans remained to enjoy playing or watching a domino tournament, free food, prizes and also signed up for a scholarship for their children back home that was offered by Western Union.
Entertainment included folkloric dancers from Brantford, a steel drum band from Toronto and talented entertainers from the migrant worker community, as well as Trixie the clown who made interesting balloons shapes for the children.
The Caribbean Festival was sponsored by the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, the municipal councils of Leamington and Kingsville, Leamington District Agricultural Society, Western Union, and other local businesses and individual members of the community.
Diciocco Farms and Five Stars (Honduras)
Local parents spreading awareness of childhood cancer
By Bryan Jessop
When it comes to educating Leamington on the realities of childhood cancer, a local couple is hoping to strike gold.
William Knelson and Susie Knelson-Blatz are the parents of five-year-old Vanessa, who was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma — a rare form of childhood cancer most commonly found in boys from zero to five years of age — at the age of two in August of 2011. What followed for Vanessa was a relentless schedule of treatment at hospitals in Windsor, London and Toronto. Determined to have high-risk Stage 4 Neuroblastoma, Vanessa was subject to six intense rounds of chemotherapy, two surgeries, a stem cell transplant, 20 rounds of radiation and five cycles of antibody therapy.
Vanessa was given a 40 to 50 per cent chance of survival over five years. Although she has been in remission for nearly two years, her family is still feeling the stress of dealing with an uncertain future.
“There’s anxiety every time there’s a stomachache,” explained Susie.
Vanessa continues to receive MRIs once every three months and MIBG scans at the same frequency. For the latter, she is normally injected with a radioactive fluid on a Friday and then scanned the following Monday for signs of tumours, which the fluid would reveal by sticking to them.
The side effects of treatment have left Vanessa with partial, permanent hearing damage, the loss of one of her kidneys and the inability to ever have children of her own. She has also developed five benign tumours on her liver that will likely be removed as she gets older. Each round of chemotherapy caused vomiting, the inability to eat, painful mouth sores and the loss of energy and hair.
Treatment also included several CT scans, x-rays, blood transfusions, various injections, ultrasounds and echo scans.
For the Knelsens, part of the costs involved with travel and hospital visits was absorbed by Childcan, a non-government funded charity supported by fundraising and donations. Childcan often assists with expenses by providing parking passes, cafeteria meal tickets, calling cards and pre-paid credit cards. Arrangements are also made to assist families having difficulty paying bills or rent.
“They help out a lot of families,” Susie noted. “They really do a lot of good.”
For more information on Childcan and its services, visit www.childcan.com.
In an effort to spread
month. Anyone wishing to place similar gold ribbons in front of their homes or businesses can order them at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden.
Rani Majumder, Vanessa Knelsen’s teacher at Queen Elizabeth Public School, signs a balloon for her student prior to a balloon release ceremony held Monday, Sept. 1 at Seacliff Park. The Knelsen family is placing gold ribbons around Leamington in honour of September’s designation as childhood cancer awareness
(SUN Photos)
ABOVE: The family of William, Susie, Vanessa, Isaiah and Devon Knelsen lead a balloon release ceremony at Seacliff Park Monday, Sept. 1 to kick off September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
AT LEFT: Vanessa Knelsen and her brother Isaiah Knelsen wait for a balloon release ceremony at Seacliff Park to begin Monday, Sept. 1 at Seacliff Park.
Launch of new women’s networking organization
‘Link’, an Essex County professional women’s networking organization, will launch on Tuesday, September 16, from 7:009:00 p.m., at their inaugural informational meeting being held at the Best Western, Pelee Plus, 566 Bevel Line in Leamington.
If you’re looking for a chance to grow your business connections and build your success within the community, join ‘Link’ for an exciting evening with an opportunity to network with other established and professional women.
For further information contact Margaret Stiers at 519-7960392 or RSVP to Marilyn Stubberfield at bstubb@sympatico.ca
BANK THEATRE NOTES
10 ERIE STREET SOUTH P.O. BOX 434
LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 3W5 519-326-8805
COME ONE AND ALL TO DALE BUTLER’S CD RELEASE
The Bank Theatre - Saturday, September 6, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Thomson Guardian Drugs and at the DOOR OF THE THEATRE. Cost: $15. Dale Butler’s new CD, “Aiming for Left Field” features some of his songs with a new twist. He will be joined by fellow musicians and friends: Merrill Mills (bass), Stu Campbell (drums and vocals), Ed Everaert (electric guitar) and Judy Butler (vocals). Dale will share stories about his song writing. Come and enjoy an evening of “Aiming for Left Field,” and share your love of music.
OCTOBERFEST
(A Fundraiser for The Bank Theatre)
Saturday, September 20
Where: The Rhine Danube Club
Cocktails: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner: 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $30 per person
The deejay for the evening promises to provide a great combination of traditional German music and modern music. Special Table of Silent Auction items will be available. (Do your Christmas shopping early and have the extra advantage of not paying taxes because it is for a charitable organization.) Tickets are available at: Thomson Guardian Drugs, 20 Talbot Street East; Counter Effects, 2 Iroquois Road, Leamington and The Party and Discount Store, Talbot Street, Wheatley.
Monday, October 20th...
Please plan on having lunch or dinner at the A – 1 Chinese Restaurant
Fifty-five per cent of your meal will be donated to The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. For those of you who are allergic to MSG, there is a solution. Just order off the menu instead of choosing the buffet. That way you can tell your waitress to exclude any MSG from your order. Last October we received a donation from the restaurant of one thousand and seventy-six dollars. With your help and support we fully intend to increase that amount and reach two thousand dollars this year. Expect to see some very interesting Halloween characters at the door and throughout the restaurant.
WRONG FOR EACH OTHER
by Norm Foster
Friday, October l7 & Saturday, October l8 at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday, October l9 at 2:00 pm. The play, “Wrong For Each Other” by Norm Foster will be performed. This is a drama, not a musical. But it is a drama that is ninety percent laughter, and only ten percent tears. A chance meeting in a restaurant, after four years apart, sends a couple flashing back the the highs and lows of their courtship and marriage. It is an hilarious and often heart-breaking look at the rollercoaster ride of a relationship. The play will be performed the following week-end also, Friday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. Cost - $l5.
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Horticultural Society having a busy summer
LHS Summer Update
By Catherine Riediger
Where-oh-where has the summer gone? I don’t know about you, but it went far too fast for me.
As I was busy with the Communities in Bloom campaign and the Profile Book, I am now catching up on my monthly reporting of the Leamington Horticultural Society’s activities for June and July.
The Birth Flower for June is the Rose. The meaning of the June birth flower is symbols of love and beauty. The colours provide the hidden message: Red – I Love You; Orange – You Are My Secret Love; Yellow – I Am Not Worthy of Your Love; Pink – Please Believe Me; White – I am Worthy of You or You are Heavenly; White & Red – We are Inseparable.
The Definition of the Rose: A flower and shrub of any species of the genus (Rosa) of which there are many species, mostly found in the Northern Hemisphere. The scientific name of a flower species is formed by the combination of two terms: the genus name and the species descriptor. In the case of the Rose, there are many different species including Rosa danina – Dog Rose, Briar Bush, Rosa gallica – Gallic Rose, French Rose and Rosa virginiana – Virginia Rose. It is also called clove pink and gillyflower. Roses are indigenous to Syria. The famed Rose of Damascus is white as well as red and yellow. There are more than 100 species of wild roses. The name “Rose” is derived from the Latin rosa, an Etruscan form of Greek Rhodia meaning “Rhodian, originating from Rhodes”.
The Birth Flower for July is the Larkspur. The meaning of the July birth flower is an open heart and ardent attachment. The hidden message of the Larkspur is also according to colour. Pink – symbolized Fickleness; White – Joyful, Happy-go-lucky; Purple/Mauve – You have such a sweet disposition.
The Definition of the Larkspur: A genus of ranunculaceous (Delphinium), having showy flowers and a spurred
calyx. They are native to the North Temperature zone. They are also called Delphiniums. They have very tall stems with many branches. The name “Larkspur” is derived from the spur of the flower and it reminded people of parts of the lark, hence “Larkspur”.
On June 18 the Society held their annual picnic at the Peanut Centre Nursery. The weatherman also came to the party and treated us to a display of a summer thunderstorm. Fortunately, we were sheltered in one of the nursery greenhouses and, once the weather front moved on and everyone could hear again, good food and fellowship were shared and enjoyed by all.
Another of the main events was the presentation to the recipient of the Society’s annual Scholarship Bursary. This year’s scholarship winner was Frank Penner. He graduated from Leamington District Secondary School and has been accepted at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus. He grew up on a farm and has worked in a variety of agricultural jobs. He believes that hard work is essential to succeed in life. He is interested in gardening, music and sports. He is passionate about learning new things so is looking forward to college. We wish him every success in his future endeavours.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 -
Blood Donor Clinic, 1:00 - 7:00 p.m., Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Can you spare an hour of your time to help save a life? Bring a friend and donate. Call 1-888 2366283 for info and to book your appointment. New donors and walk-ins welcome.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6Indoor Yard Sale, 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 - The Ont. Purple Martin Assoc. final meeting for 2014, 9:00 a.m., at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34 (old Hwy 3), Ruthven. Bring stats for your colony. Everyone welcome. For more info call 519-738-3476.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 - Essex Branch Ontario Genealogical Society 35th Anniversary Open House 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Whether you're new to family history or a seasoned researcher, join members of the Essex County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society in celebrating their 35th Anniversary. Tour our library collection, hear about the branch history, our plans for the future, meet members of other family history groups and, of course, enjoy some cake and conversation! Our meetings are free and open to the public. Windsor Public Library, lower level 850 Ouellette Avenue Windsor, Ontario N9A 4M9. www.ogs.on.ca/essex.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9Volunteer Information Open
House, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:008:00 p.m., at South Essex Community Council, 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Find out about SECC programs at www.secc.on.ca.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 - 10th Annual ALS Windsor Walk (better known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease) at Sandpoint Beach Park – walking the Ganatchio Trail. Registration 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. – a leisurely walk followed by a bbq. Pledge sheets available at www.alswindsor.ca or 519-564-7172. All funds raised at this event remain in this area to help provide equipment and services to those living with ALS in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent counties and to support research in London.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17Voices of Youth In Community (VOYC) is now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 program. All youth ages 14-18 are welcome to join. Meeting is Wed. September 1, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Change starts here! Can we count you in? Download application at www.accesscounty.ca/programs/v oyc. Contact Wandra Rodrigues 519-733-8983 ext. 22 or wrodrigues@accesscounty.ca
BE A CHAMPION FOR YOUTH! Become a volunteer mentor at Voices of Youth in Community (VOYC). It only takes 4 hours per month. You must be at least 25 years of age to apply. Applications online at www.accesscounty.ca/programs/v
oyc. Contact Wandra Rodrigues 519-733-8983 ext. 22 or wrodrigues@accesscounty.ca for more into.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 - SECC presents Safety at Home for Seniors Information Open House 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Learn more about safeguards in the home and security devices available for home use. Free draw for a chance to a door prize just for stopping by. For more info call 519-326-8629 or visit www.secc.on.ca.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 - The Pelee Past Questers will assemble 9:00 a.m., at RCSS in the SW corner of the parking lot to carpool to Windsor Doors Open Ontario, a program organized by Ontario Heritage Trust with 30 sites participating. Guests are welcome. Any questions call Jackie 519-3261361. Pelee Past Questers is an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 - Erie Shores Quilter’s Guild Quilt Show ‘A Quilter’s Legacy’. The show takes place Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 28 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at U.M.E.I. High School, 614 Mersea Road 6, Leamington. Quilt raffles to aid Leamington Hospital - Women’s Unit. See hundreds of quilts, our boutique, contests, vendors, tea room, door prizes and much more.
Community Calendar is a FREE service for FREE events. Please see the COMING EVENTS section in the CLASSIFIEDS for events with admission charges.
The Town Planting Committee and other Society members were busy the first part of June planting the 90 planters scattered throughout the town as well as several flowerbeds. The hanging baskets and planters were colour coordinated and are adding a beautiful profusion of colour to the town.
I hope you all enjoyed summer activities and stored up warm memories for the winter months.
SOUTHPOINT
www.imaginecinemas.com
Due to the Labour Day Holiday the movie listings were not available at press time.
Please check our facebook page www.imaginecinemas.com for this week’s movie listings. Sorry for any inconvenience. Thank You!
Leamington Horticultural Society president Ken Clark (left) presented the Society’s annual scholarship bursary to LDSS graduate Frank Penner.
Out of Africa at TTV
By Carolyn Reid
Ten Thousand Villages helps provide work for nearly 60,000 people around the world by selling products from more than 30 countries including beautiful artifacts made by the artisans in Africa.
Items include a basket from Uganda depicting the people of the world holding hands in unity. Uganda baskets are made from natural fibers such as banana leaf, raffia palm, grass, millet and sorghum straw and reed grass. Placemats, hot pads and coasters are from Swaziland. The colourful Swazi placemat and hot mats are in fiesta colours. A striking table setting is hand-stitched in a floral star pattern from renewable lutindzi grass.
There is a giraffe and a zebra made from neem wood and a hippo is kisii stone, as well as jewellery, a wire car and a galimoto. All are made in Kenya. In Africa, children make a galimoto out of anything from sticks to cornstalks. A bicycling boy is made from cloth wrapped wire. He pedals as the wheels move. There is also a storybook, “Galimoto”.
A desktop bicycle is handcrafted using recycled metal and is made in Burkino Faso. Burkino Faso is located in the heart of West Africa and stands at the crossroads of several ancient trade routes. The country shares its northern border with the Sahara and its southern border with Ghana. Since independence from France in 1960, Burkino Faso has been one of the poorest countries in the world. Next to cotton, the largest export is perhaps its people, millions of whom work in neighbouring countries while sending money home to their families. Burkino Faso is proudly optimistic and leads the way in the renaissance of West-African art and culture. The highly regarded PanAfrican Film & Television Festival is held annually in the
VOTE for Ryan Bradley
Wheatley’s Ryan Bradley has been nominated for the Best New Act award at the 3rd annual Top Country (TC) awards.
Bradley is in a close race among the eight nominees. Go to http:// topcountry.ca/ vote-2014-topcountry-awardnominees/ to cast your one vote per person for Ryan Bradley. Voting ends Sunday, September 7 at 11:50 p.m. and winners will be announced on TopCountry.ca on Monday, September 8.
Singer/songwriter Ryan Bradley debuted the single “Next Weekend” on May 9th via Southbound Records and eOne Music Canada. Bradley has been turning heads all year as he climbed the country music charts and played at a number of venues. Be sure to tell your friends to vote by sharing the link on Facebook or by using the hashtag #TopCountryof2014 on Twitter.
capital of Ouagadougou. During this event the country also hosts one of the continent’s most important African handicraft fairs, the International Art and Craft Fair.
Fair Trade really makes a difference!
Local parents spreading awareness of childhood cancer
(Continued from Page 9) awareness of childhood cancer, Susie and William have made arrangements to display large, gold ribbons at the same urban Leamington locations that were previously decorated with pink ribbons for breast cancer and blue versions for Autism. Twenty-four gold ribbons — the same size as the pink and blue renditions that were previously hung from Leamington light and hydro posts — are being distributed in honour of September’s designation as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
The two-dozen large ribbons were created by Oak Farms and funded through the Leamington BIA. Copies of the same size for any individuals or businesses to hang in the front windows of their homes, buildings and stores will be available at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden. Vanessa’s family is encouraging residents throughout Leamington to display the gold ribbons — the symbol of childhood cancer — throughout the month of September. Ribbons of the same dimensions as those hung uptown will cost an estimated $7 to $8 apiece. The Knelsons also suggest supporters make their own gold ribbons to hang on windows, mailboxes,
fences, doors or other easily-seen fixtures.
The kick-off to the month-long awareness campaign began Monday, Sept. 1 with a public balloon release in honour of children who have been diagnosed with cancer. The event took place at Seacliff Park.
Currently, there are an estimated 10,000 children in Canada being treated for cancer — the mortality rate is an average of 25 per cent. About 1,700 cases of childhood cancer are diagnosed in Canada every year, draining about a third of the average family’s income on costs related to treatment.
As one of the rarest forms of childhood cancer, little is known about Neuroblastoma, making it one of the more difficult forms to treat successfully.
“It’s rare enough that there’s not enough funding for it,” Susie said.
For updates on the local family’s gold ribbon campaign, visit the Facebook page “Let’s Turn Leamington Gold This September.”
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Beautiful items made by artisans in Africa.
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The Bank Theatre kicks off fall music series with opening night
The Bank Theatre & Meeting Place is kicking off their Fall Music Series with Opening Night on Saturday, September 6 featuring Dale Butler’s CD release and concert, “Aiming for Left Field”.
Dale has been back in the studio and has recorded some of his songs with a new twist. He will be joined in this interactive concert by fellow musicians and friends Merrill Mills (bass), Stu Campbell (drums, vocals), Ed Everaert (electric guitar) and Judy Butler (vocals).
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:00 p.m. The Bank Theatre is located at 10 Erie St. S., Leamington. Tickets are available at Guardian Drugs, 20 Talbot St. E. For more information call 519-326-8805.
Leamington Br. 84 Legion News
By Pat Simpson
Leamington Legion Br. 84 Regular Meeting will be held tonight (Sept. 3) at the Branch. Please come out and support your new Executive.
The Seniors Dinner this month will be held Sept. 10 and meat loaf is on the menu. Come on out and enjoy a great meal and an afternoon of music and comradeship. This is open to everyone over 55 – you do not have to be a Legion member to enjoy the Seniors Dinners. They are held the second Wednesday of every month. Please note that there is no November Seniors Dinner because of Remembrance Day.
The Branch will be having a Steak Barbecue on September 27. Come on out to the Branch and enjoy a delicious dinner. Tickets are available at the bar. Call the Branch at 519-326-0073 for more information.
Junior Darts start Oct. 4. The Junior Darts program is open to all area youth over the age of 8.
Media Arts Program final presentation
By Sheila McBrayne
“This was a great experience… working here to study the media arts within the Leamington area,” said Anthony Youssef, Leamington Arts Council Media Arts Program Consultant.
Youssef, along with a Media Arts Program Focus Group, has spent the past three months analyzing and developing strategies for a viable and sustainable Media Arts Program. The South Essex Arts Association/Leamington Arts Centre received a $20,000 grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to research the development of a Leamington specific Media Arts Program to be added to its existing programming of exhibitions, special events and art educational programs.
Youssef presented his final report on Wednesday, August 27 at the Leamington Arts Centre. Maurice Janisse, Ontario Trillium Grant volunteer was present to hear the final presentation and findings from the survey. He also presented South Essex Arts Association Board Chairman Mike Thibodeau with a plaque to commemorate the association’s first Trillium grant project.
Through the grant the LAC was able to release an interest survey throughout the community. The survey surpassed the goals set out in the work plan (100 surveys) and reached over 381 individuals (194 members of the community at large and 187 secondary school students) from various organizations, cultural groups, clubs and schools.
The data collected through the interest survey enabled the LAC to better understand the interest in the media arts
within the community of Leamington. The objectives in doing this are twofold:
• To better support youth and student interests, skills and training in the new media arts and communication technologies. This will be done through the inclusion of a media arts category in the annual LAC Juried Student Art Show.
• To develop a sustainable media arts and film series for the discussion and enjoyment of Leamington residents to further enrich the life of this vibrant community.
The final presentation also celebrated the closing reception for “interstices”, the LAC’s inaugural media arts exhibition by local artist Ed Janzen.
Ann Robertson-Seigel, a South Essex Arts Association member who assisted in the grant application process, told the crowd that media arts skills are in high demand and with high unemployment in the area, this is a much-needed program.
Derek Friesen, a graduate of the University of Toronto’s Art and Art History program and Sheridan College’s media arts course, served as a member of the Focus Group. “The results were very interesting. Some were not what we expected… it gives a positive outlook for the future of this program,” said Friesen.
The Focus Group suggested that the LAC does not limit its programming to the film series and media arts category in the Juried Student Art Show. They recommend that the LAC complement the Media Arts Program with workshops and media art exhibitions.
Youssef, who returned to Ryerson University for his final year of an architecture degree, was very pleased with the number of people who came to the final presentation. “I was really happy to see a good turnout, which included board members and membership… The comments were great; everyone said they liked the presentation,” said Youssef.
“I think the number of people that the survey reached was outstanding. We were aiming for 100 and had just over 380; that was impressive,” said Youssef.
The final report of the Media Arts Program can be viewed online at www. leamingtonartscentre.com
The recommendations outlined will be presented to the LAC Board of Directors to see what programs may be implemented in the future based on the needs assessment.
The final presentation of the Media Arts Program at the Leamington Arts Centre attracted many interested community members.
Maurice Janisse (left), Ontario Trillium Grant volunteer, presented South Essex Arts Association Board Chairman Mike Thibodeau with a plaque to commemorate the association’s first Trillium grant project. (SUN photos)
Anthony Youssef presented his final report on the Media Arts Program on Wednesday, August 27 at the Leamington Arts Centre.
44 years ago.
1970 Malibu hardtop
still with original owner
Elsie Barnett lives with her husband Richard on their farm near Cottam, in the heart of Essex County. Parked beside her airplane on their property is a classic car that Elsie has owned since new:
“It was over 44 years ago when I purchased my 1970 Malibu hardtop. I was 28 years old at the time. I am the original owner and the car was ordered from the factory the way I wanted it – no cowl indicator (air scoop with turn signals) or racing stripes. Just a plain ordinary-looking Malibu. The car has a 350 cubic inch and 250 hp Chevy V8 engine with 2-barrel carburetor. The optional AM-FM radio is factory equipped along with an 8-track player. The colour is Cranberry Red.”
The Malibu was the fancy version of the Chevelle, a mid-size car introduced by General Motors in 1964. The Chevelle name was discontinued after 1977 but the Malibu remained in production until 1983.
Elsie continues: “My 1970 Malibu arrived at Strait Motors in Port Hawkesbury, Cape Breton, on Saturday, February 7, 1970. From there I drove it to my home in St. Peters, Cape Breton. I arrived in Essex County in 1974 and married Richard Barnett. My Malibu has its home at our farm in Essex County.”
When Elsie bought her car, she fell so much in love with it that she promised herself she would never sell it – and she never did! Over the years, wear and tear required that her Malibu be restored. A new rust-free frame from a southern state was a good starting point in bringing the car back to life. The restoration was completed in 2013 and Elsie drives the car on days when the weather is nice. All that remains is the rechroming of the trim pieces that fit the windowsills on each side.
When Bill Gay and I arrived to see the car, Elsie had already parked it outside. It gleamed and glistened in the warm morning sun and looked like it had just rolled off the assembly line. It has been repainted in the original Cranberry Red and the interior also has been redone as original.
Not content with just a Malibu, Elsie wanted her own airplane. She bought hers from Dr. George Bruner and her first flight was over the Detroit River. Since then, she has taken part in many air shows. She showed us a special gas tank at the front of the cockpit that gives Elsie a steady supply of fuel whenever she is flying upside-down!
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2. Also see www.TheOldCarDetective.ca
Sneak peek at ElderCollege fall courses lineup
By C. Lloyd Brown-John
ElderCollege’s Leamington Campus will offer courses in the Autumn 2014 semester ranging from Bridge For Beginners to a watercolor painting course and an enchanting course on storytelling with a professional storyteller.
There will be another Vanished Villages day trip which will take participants into Kent and Elgin counties to see things you never knew were there!
An opportunity to learn about the Celts and Celtic history and culture comes complete with a Celtic breakfast and harp music!
And in the best of ElderCollege fun course traditions, there will be a course examining The Art of Enjoying Craft Beers & Spareribs offered in Leamington.
ElderCollege will launch its Roundtable Series with a one-session course on Self-Determination, Independence and Changing Political Boundaries.
Meanwhile, at ElderCollege’s Kingsville Campus there will be a range of goodies from Spitfires to Managing a Golf Course to Managing Fires and Fire Safety. There will be a chance to explore the history of local movie houses, and a demonstration on the basics of the Scottish bagpipes. A guided canoeing expedition up Cedar Creek to explore autumn’s glory along the stream is also available.
Autumn beauty is also the theme of a very popular course about autumn and Thanksgiving floral decorations, and another course is about apples and Ontario’s apple industry.
For those interested in computers, courses on Social Media for Seniors (in Leamington) and Getting Your information Online in will be offered in both Kingsville and Leamington. Courses in Essex include Computer Tips, Tricks and Techniques and Emergency Preparedness and Risk Assessments for Seniors.
The vanished Passenger Pigeon is the subject of a course, as are two courses related to SW Ontario’s oil industry. One course includes a bus day trip into Lambton County. ElderCollege will also introduce a new program about prominent people from the region. The first course, in what is being termed the Biography Series, will feature the Life and Times of Eugene Whelan. This course will be offered in Amherstburg.
ElderCollege is a program of short, entertaining and educational courses for people aged 55 and better. All courses are offered by volunteers and really involved older folks (in many cases) sharing their interests and knowledge with other senior folks.
Course registration begins by telephone or online September 3. Many courses with limited enrollment tend to fill up early. Check out the website at www.uwindsor.ca/ canterbury/eldercollege for course catalogue lists. They are also available by calling Catherine Fettes at Canterbury ElderCollege 519-2533000 ext. 4944.
ElderCollege courses DO NOT include tests or assignments, just tea, coffee, cookies and a chance to make new friends while learning for fun.
Elsie Barnett poses with pride alongside the 1970 Malibu she bought new on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia over
LCBO Takes the United Way Challenge
Jeff Dunlop, District Auditor for the LCBO, was a good sport last week as managers of Rodney and Leamington branches of the LCBO stores soaked him with water guns, buckets and water balloons. This summer the LCBO challenged each branch to collect donations for the United Way. The Rodney location actually won the competition, but they “sold” their rights to the soaking to the Leamington store who really wanted the prize. The ‘bribe’ money also went to the United Way. Pictured here, Dunlop awaits his soaking on a very warm Tuesday, August 26. From left to right: Ermanna Filice, Manager, Resource Development United Way Windsor-Essex County; Anthony Orlando, Leamington Store Manager; Lori Parker, Rodney Store Manager; and Laura Jenner, Customer Service Representative. To date, LCBO District #4 (Windsor to Dutton) has raised $40,800, which is 68% of its goal. The second customer campaign to raise money for United Way is planned for the end of September and into October. This fundraising campaign is separate from the LCBO employee contribution plan to the United Way.
(SUN Photo)
his smile, That meant so much to me.
Gone but not forgotten.
Sadly missed every day
Your wife Madeline
BROWN
Larry & Tina Brown and family congratulate Tianna on the occasion of her graduation from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts with honours in Sociology. Love, the Fam ....... but mostly Mitchell.
Robert and Paula Hudders are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Craig, to Maria Peraino. They will be married in the fall.
OBITUARY
Ben Petahtegoose
Ben Petahtegoose, 44 years, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2014.
OBITUARY
Robert W. Simpson
OBITUARY
Elizabeth Sieler
Beloved husband of Karen (DeLaurier). Dear stepfather of Zachary Abbruzzese (Allysha) and Jade Abbruzzese (Joel). Special uncle to Jeffery and Benjamin Petahtegoose. Dear son of the late Florence and the late Joe Petahtegoose. Loving brother of Donald, Paul and Karen, Chris, the late Mary (2004), Dennis and Michelene. Dear son-in-law of Janet and Barry DeLaurier and brother-in-law of Corene and Leo Anastasakos, Tyler and Deanna DeLaurier. Ben will be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Ben was well known in the produce and trucking business in Leamington.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday.
Funeral Service to celebrate Ben’s life was held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 11 a.m. Rev. K. Duncan officiated.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Joe Rubini in trust for Karen Petahtegoose.
Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
OBITUARY
Irene Baker
A resident of Woodslee, Irene Baker (nee Varga) passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2014 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital at the age of 82. She was born in Leamington and was the daughter of the late Dezzo and Emerenc Varga.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father, Robert W. Simpson, age 82 years, on Tuesday August 26, 2014 after a brief illness.
Beloved husband of the late Patricia Ruth (Langford) (2009). Dear and devoted father of Cheryl Simpson, Patti and Aldo Bertucci, Bobbie Lynn and Scott Malott. Loving grandfather of Kim and Harry McDonald, Jamie and Erin Alexander, Jason and Trina Mouland, Jorden Simpson, and the late Sarah Mouland (2005). Loving great-grandfather of Raven, Duncan, Fiona, Joshua, Emily and baby Mouland (expected October 2014). Predeceased by brother Donald Simpson (2005). Special friend to Betty Lou Harrison.
A resident of Leamington, Elizabeth Sieler (nee Gerber) passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2014 at the Leamington Mennonite Home at the age of 85. She was born in Neu Pasua, Yugoslavia.
Bob owned and operated Bob Simpson Fuels Ltd. for many years, serving clients in the Leamington and Essex area. He played professional baseball in his youth and for many years was a member of the Leamington Yacht Club.
Bob’s family wishes to thank the 2nd floor staff at Leamington Distict Memorial Hospital for all their care.
Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington.
Funeral Service celebrating Bob’s life was held from the funeral home on Friday August 29, 2014. Rev. Liz Chaplin officiated.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Liver Foundation or charity of your choice.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Loving wife of the late John Sieler (1997). Dear mother of Rose Marie Lane (John), Walter Sieler (Mary) and Elizabeth Dickau (Richard). Loving Oma to 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Family and friends will be received at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell St. Leamington (519 326-2631) on Thursday from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Elizabeth’s life will be held on Friday, September 5, 2014 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St., Leamington at 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow with interment at a later date at Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville.
Memorial donations to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or the Leamington Mennonite Home would be appreciated by the family. Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Beloved wife of the late Ronald Baker (1997). Loving mother to Robin Baker (Liza), Tamara Stasko (Ken) and Gary Baker (Lorrie). Proud grandmother to Chris Stasko (Andrea), Steven Stasko, Amanda Stasko, Jonathan Baker, Araden Baker, Jamie Ashton (Bob), Adam Baker (Jennifer), Brodie Baker (Jessie Fram), Jordan Pope, Courtney Ashton, Brody Ashton and Andrea Baker. Dear sister and sister-in-law to many siblings.
Irene was a proud member of the Woodslee United Church for many years.
Family and friends will be received at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Monday, September 8, 2014 from 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., as well as 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Interment to follow at Woodslee United Church Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
To have an obituary notice placed in The Southpoint Sun, contact your Funeral Director, or call our office at 519-398-9098
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Motor Maids roll into Wheatley
By Sheila McBrayne
In 1940, Motor Maids was established as a women’s motorcycling organization in North America. It is one of the first and oldest continuously operated women’s motorcycling organization.
With approximately 1,200 members across the United States and Canada, the Motor Maids are a diverse group of women motorcyclists united through a passion for riding while fostering a positive image and promoting safe riding skills.
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On Saturday, August 23 Wheatley was swarmed by members of the Motor Maids who came to town to participate in the CanAm Challenge. Thirty-six riders and friends from as far as Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and one from British Columbia rolled into Robinson Motorcycle. The group participated in a poker run/ scavenger hunt, which sent them around Essex County. Points were accumulated for various activities, including the number of participants from each country. The Canadians won points this year for outnumbering their American counterparts. In the end, the Canadians claimed the CanAm Challenge Cup by accumulating the most overall points from all the activities.
Sandra Hinksman, District Director, Eastern Canada and Vice President of the National Motor Maids, expressed the group’s satisfaction with the location and turnout for the annual ride. “This is the first time the ride has come back to this area. I guess it was here in the 1990s, but hasn’t been for a while. It’s a great spot,” said Hinksman.
In fact, Hinksman stated that the annual ride, which alternates every other year between the two hosting countries may be permanently held in Wheatley on even-numbered years.
The ladies of Robinson Motorcycle have a long connection with the Motor Maids. Bev Robinson is an Honorary Member and daughter Kim Van Deven is a Silver Life Member having signed up at the age of 17 – that was 36 years ago.
There are 151 Motor Maids in the Eastern Canada District (Ontario and Quebec) and 1,300 nationally.
Motor Maids Inc. will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2015, and next year also marks the 60th anniversary of the Canadian Motor Maids.
Members of the Motor Maids were in Wheatley on August 23 for
CanAm Challenge. This photo of riders and friends was taken in front of Robinson Motorcycle, which served as the headquarters for the activities. (SUN Photo)
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Peewee Selects place second in wrap-up tournament
The LDMBA UniFab Peewee Selects had an incredible weekend of baseball with many great plays! They played in their wrap-up tournament which was hosted by Amherstburg Aug. 22-24.
This double knock out tourney was attended by seven teams from across the county – Leamington, Essex, Kingsville, LaSalle, Windsor Riverside, Windsor Forest Glade and Amherstburg.
Very good pitching, hitting and speed by the whole team carried the UniFab Selects past Amherstburg, LaSalle and Forest Glade right to the finals versus an equally hot Riverside team. However, the tough Riverside team prevailed taking two games from Leamington, 3-1 and 13-5, leaving the UniFab Selects in second place.
On another note, there was also a homerun derby. Each team entered their two top sluggers – 14 kids in all participated. Top honours were earned by the Leamington UniFab Selects with Collin Wall first place and Hannah Chacko second place. Collin and Hannah both finished tied for first place. The contest was then decided in the second round playoff with Collin hitting a total of 7 out 10 and Hannah hitting 6 out 10 home runs respectively!
Hannah Chacko earned tournament co-MVP honours alongside Blake Wotters of Riverside. Hannah congratulated Blake and thanked her team for contributing to her success – “I couldn’t have done it without my team!”
In front, left to right: Kyle Fehr (lying down), Ryan Cherneski, Eric Willan, Nick Driedger, Hannah Chacko, Daniel Harms, Ryan Durocher, Cameron Newman. Back (standing): Asst. Coach Chris Fehr, Coach Kevin Newman, Henry Loewen, Collin Wall, Owen Lindsay, Ricky Guenther, Coach Pete Fehr, Head Coach Sam Chacko. Absent: Asst. Coach Noah Chacko.
Home Run Derby: Hannah Chacko 2nd place, tournament convenor Harvey Bastien, Collin Wall 1st place
Co-MVP Hannah Chacko, ‘down the pipe’ two-finger fastball.
Ladies Club Championship at Erie Shores
The Erie Shores Ladies Club Championship was contested over the weekend of August 23-24. Under wonderful skies, 26 women took to the course in this year’s event. The winners of each flight in gross and net divisions were, back row left to right: Lynda McAnally, B Divison 1st low gross; Lynne Towle, championship flight 1st low net; Linda Segedin, championship flight runner-up and this year’s senior champ; Elfie Miehl, B flight 1st low net; Emily Oldenburg, A flight 1st low net. Kneeling: Debbie Dunmore, 2014 club champion with the tournament’s lowest gross score; and Tym Brannagan, A flight 1st low gross. And a special thank you to all the women who competed this year to make this a wonderful event! (Submitted photo)
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Last week a story in Arizona broke about a shooting range instructor who was accidentally shot and killed by a nine-year-old girl. Apparently, the girl’s parents thought it would be a good idea for her to undergo a crash course on how to use an uzi.
The facility where the tragedy unfolded was at a shooting range that doubled as a ma-and-pop restaurant.
Reports indicate that a customer could order a burger and fries and then head off to the shooting range out back to squeeze off a few rounds on a machine gun while waiting for the kitchen staff to cook up his or her meal. “Burgers and Bullets” is the business’s slogan.
The nine-year-old girl, during a trip out west from New Jersey, appeared to do okay when the firearm was set up for single shots. After the instructor (who had a military background) set the weapon to fully automatic, things got worse. Unable to control the uzi’s recoil, the girl lost control as the gun kicked up over her head while still releasing bullets (such firearms can release between 500 and 600 rounds per minute).
Sadly, the 39-year-old instructor died of a gunshot wound to the head. Fortunately, nobody else was injured or killed.
Gun advocates, especially those south of the 49th, are quick to point out that cars kill more people than guns. Probably true, but there are exponentially more motor vehicles around than firearms, even in the United States. Secondly, cars only injure or kill when used irresponsibly. When used with the proper application of common sense, cars do not kill. When a gun is used properly, it kills. When it is used improperly, it kills.
That’s not to say I don’t believe firearms and sport should never intertwine. Hunting isn’t a typical sport with goals, assists, points and playoffs, but I certainly have no moral objection to it as a pastime. That would be rather hypocritical of me, considering the fact that my love of red meat has probably led to the death of more cows than even the most successful hunter could ever equal in shot deer or moose.
I’ve always considered the biathlon one of the strangest Olympic winter sports, but at the same time an interesting one. Enough can’t be said for the ability to multi-task and if there’s ever been a sport that demands efficiency in two completely different disciplines, it’s the biathlon. Despite the use of a very lethal firearm, injuries and deaths resulting from biathlon mishaps are, well, probably rare to say the least. I’ve never heard of one and googling “biathlon deaths” only results in spoof articles and stories about biathletes who died by means unrelated to their sport of choice.
Why? Probably because long gun owners, despite what certain former Canadian federal governments might tell you, are for the most part a responsible group of people. Hunting accidents do happen, but they are not common. Street thugs of course were not subject to any inconveniences triggered (sorry) by federal legislation because hey, that would have made too much friggin’ sense. Hand guns have been used in several murders, shot guns in very, very few so it only makes sense to clamp down on law-abiding owners of the latter and not criminals who can easily conceal the former. Common sense, as they say, isn’t all
that common.
The use of guns in legal, non-military competition or sport is hardly a newfound phenomenon. The Chinese are often credited with inventing firearms about 750 years ago. Since then, they’ve been useful as a means of putting dinner on the table and for farmers to defend their livestock from coyotes and other predators looking for an easy kill. Why exactly someone felt that a nine-year-old would benefit from lessons on how to fire an uzi is beyond me. Some sources point out that it is legal in the U.S. for residents as young as five to send off a few rounds at a licensed firing range.
Five.
Gun fanatics south of the border defend the law, explaining that accomplished experts are always close by to provide guidance and instruction. Such was the case in Arizona late last month, for all the good THAT did.
To anyone itching for an opportunity to test their stealth and accuracy against fellow human beings, I’d suggest paintball. To the victor go the spoils (likely little more than bragging rights), to the loser a bruised ego, a few painful welts and perhaps an unwelcome challenge to whoever does their laundry.
Leamington baseball around since late 1800s
The Past - Looking Back
By C. Scott Holland
Since Leamington’s earliest beginnings, all kinds of sporting events have been staged here. Sports have become an integral part of Leamington’s heritage and encourages the health and welfare of its citizens.
While the town’s early activities were nothing compared to today, baseball stands as one of its most important facets. The sport had taken some time to catch on, but by the late 1800s it had become very popular and Essex County, with its closeness to Michigan, had its first matches played. Unofficially, Leamington’s first baseball match took place in 1878 but no results or written records survive of what was certainly nothing more than an exhibition game or two.
The first recorded games date from 120 years ago, in June 1894; however, stories passed down verbally tell of games held in the 1870s in the Leamington area.
In 1908 an old-timers game was held and a Post & News report stated that many of the old-timers had played some 20 years prior, thus dating baseball in Leamington to 1888. These players were most likely a part of the first organized team, which was known until the late 1930s as the Cardinals. Plus, it is known that in the 1890s Leamington high school had a team that played other high schools in the county.
By 1910 baseball had been well established here and the H.J. Heinz Co. created their own ball diamond on the factory grounds and formed their own team called the ’57s. That team played weekly games against other industrial teams between Windsor and Chatham. In later years they would engage in numerous exhibition contests versus the Leamington junior and senior baseball teams. The Heinz team was loaded with talent, mostly from employees who had played the game either with the Leamington high school squads of the 1890s or one of the local the junior teams.
One of the most interesting things the Heinz Co. did for their ball club was to build a dugout and clubhouse in 1919. The following year they erected one for the visiting teams!
At the conclusion of World War I (in 1919) a formal Essex County league was founded. The teams comprising the league were Essex, Harrow, Kingsville and Leamington, all of whom were the basic baseball centres outside of Windsor. The league operated with few problems until 1926 when the Ontario Baseball Association began governing all minor league teams, leagues, jurisdictions, rules and playoff formats.
The Leamington junior team was such a powerhouse during the 1920s that they won several provincial titles. Of that group, one of the most memorable, legendary names is Floyd Hillman. His brief career and pitching feats were spectacular, and major baseball scouts had the farm boy pegged as a potential star. But tragedy would befall him just as his Leamington team headed into the 1928 playoffs. He was hospitalized and suddenly passed away from a bone marrow infection. Leamington baseball had drawn thousands of fans to watch their games, but Hillman’s funeral turned a solemn occasion into one of solidarity as over 3,000 people attended and came to pay their respects, many of whom were opposing players and coaches. His funeral is still considered one of the largest ever held in Leamington.
For a number of years Leamington fielded both junior and senior baseball teams, and though they suspended play for a few years in the early 1930s, a reorganized squad began in 1939 under the name “Barons”. That moniker remains today. The talent-laden Barons teams were highly competitive in the late 1970s. There was Harry Fenwick, Bud Roach, John Penner, Bill Derbyshire, Mike Klym and Ed Petryschuk,
just to name a few. Batting titles and championships were as commonplace as their Sunday afternoon contests on the fields of Seacliff Park and later the Leamington Fairgrounds.
But it was in the mid-1950s when the game of baseball really took off. With several new diamonds at the fairgrounds and another on the south side of Talbot St. West across from Leamington high school, minor league baseball was formed and fastball games became popular. Minor baseball had both house league and travel teams. Those teams originally used an assortment of diamonds, including the ones at the Leamington Fairgrounds and Leamington public schools. The number of players that signed up for the sport was staggering and for a time in the early 1970s it was above 400 players.
Watching games under the lights in Leamington didn’t occur in minor ball until more recent times, but the fastball league had lights on the Wigle diamond across from today’s LDSS (where the parking lot is today). By the mid-1970s, lights were added to the Barons’ diamond at the fairgrounds.
It took a great effort in the 1990s on the part of many of the local lobball teams to get even one set installed at the current baseball complex.
The present-day baseball diamonds were initiated in 1972 when the Heinz Co. once again aided Leamington sports when they generously donated 20 acres of land north of Concession 1 for the cost of $1 so that Leamington Minor Baseball could build its new baseball complex. The project itself took three years to complete and in the spring of 1975 the first minor ball games were played there.
The addition of a canteen and service buildings, as well as expanding to include adult lobball leagues, made the new complex popular. Two new fields were created in the mid1980s for lobball use on land that is now the site of Carolina Woods and some houses just to the east by the Danforth Ave. exit. The institution of girls baseball and T-ball bolstered minor baseball’s popularity and has aided Leamington Minor Baseball in providing young people with the enjoyment of (Continued on page 20)
The 1976 Leamington Barons - Provincial Champs.
(Photo from the C. Scott Holland collection)
Leamington baseball around since late 1800s
(Continued from page 19) the sport.
More recently, Leamington’s minor baseball system adopted the name Lakers.
To its credit, Leamington’s minor baseball orga-
Two Leamington Minor Baseball’s biggest supporters are seen here as the late Jake Unger (left) gives a certificate of appreciation to the late “Gramps” Kirk in April of 1983.
nization has fielded many championship teams and produced some outstanding leaders and athletes. Such success has only occurred via the many hundreds of volunteers who take time to teach, lead and support the young players.
It is likewise with the Leamington Barons who have captured several All-Ontario titles. After winning a provincial championship in 1977 the Leamington Barons remained competitive, but within the next decade would cease to exist for a few seasons. The club was reformed and re-established and has remained competitive despite not drawing the large crowds they were accustomed to over a half-century ago. They still provide a good brand of baseball to those who want to watch the game.
In 1980 the Barons received new scoreboard and Michelle Scratch had the unenviable chore of put the numbers up by hand.
Minor ball and the Barons both survive thanks to community and financial support from local citizens and businesses. Additional funds come from events like the Trivia Night held each year. With so many activities people have to occupy their time nowadays, a tip of the hat should be given to these young boys and girls plus all the men and women who strive to keep baseball a vital part of growing up in the Leamington area.
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The 1912 Leamington Cardinals. (All photos from the C. Scott Holland collection)
The 1939 championship Leamington Barons.
Hot scores posted by TT seniors
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, Aug. 26 the Talbot Trail seniors had 64 league members out to test their golfing skills. Although it was very hot, they did enjoy a gentle breeze that helped to keep everyone fairly comfortable.
In the 70-79y division, two golfers shot outstanding rounds of 39 to lead the way for all the divisions. Both Mike Wright and Neil Adamson played superbly to merit this terrific score. A mere one shot back with their own masterful rounds of 40 were Paul Brown and Garnet Fox. Fantastic shot-making skills were exhibited by Vic Reynaert, Joe Vertel and Bob Lee as they fired 41s. Don Willan continued his solid play by shooting a noteworthy 44. Both Andy Orsini and Homer Vandervecht achieved praiseworthy 45s. Tom Hyatt and Larry Hillman earned very fine 46s. Three players tied with very commendable 47s: Pete Daudlin, Ken MacPherson and Terry Bee. Bob Patchett received the sole nifty 50. Satisfying results were also earned by Ron Will, Walter Balsam, Gary Wilson, Al Zanuttini, Ron Steingart, Reg Flewelling, Tom Sasso, Bill Stein and Fred Takaki.
In the 80-85y division ‘Down the Middle’ Knox found his game as he achieved a very impressive 41. Dave LaBonte, Mr. Consistency, fired an excellent 44. Dave Krueger earned a terrific 45. Both Hal Wigle and Gerry Becigneul scored praiseworthy 51s. Hadley Pinch produced a satisfying 55. Steve Haas and Murray Cascadden also shot well.
The 86y super seniors played very well as there was a mere six-shot difference from the low and high score. John Dick, one of the league’s 90y+ seniors, came in with the lowest score, an inspiring 59. Other seniors who played well in the hot weather were super seniors Al Stockwell, Bill Hutchinson and Jim Ascott.
In the 50-69y division, both Bob McLean and Steve Price produced excellent 40 and 41 results respectively. Herb Reid and Mike Getty earned terrific 42s. Four players who tied with superb 44s were Ray La Pierre, Larry Haggitt, John Liddell, and Kevin Jordan. Wayne Zimney merited a praiseworthy 46. Five golfers who tied with solid 47s were Larry Schmidt, Richard Humber, Jim Omstead, Bill Ward and Randy Hewey. Dave Dent, Paul Harrison, and Warren Dunford achieved noteworthy 48, 49 and 51 respectively. Someone had a senior moment and so the closest to the pin and long putt signs will be doubled next week.
So true for a lot of us: “I am the handicap in golf.” –Boris Becker
Last Chance: Sign up for the Doc McLean Senior Invitational on Wed. Sept. 10. The league will be honouring Mr. Doug Dunmore, one of the founders. Call 519-8254521 to register. Anyone 50 and over can participate in this player friendly tournament.
Hot and cold scores in progs golf
Tuesday, Aug. 26 served up lots of heat and laughs for 52 golfers at Erie Shores. Through the heat the scores were hot and cold. Leading the way in hotness was Dave Wilkinson with a +10, followed by Frank Gow with a +9. Third place was snapped up by Bill Slater with a +8. They won $20, $15 and $10 respectively.
In the unique luck of the draw, Team C walloped all the others with a +25. The lucky snipers include Gary Alderson, Andy Herring, Richard Reive, Dave Wilkinson, Dan McQueen, Gord Anderson, Frank Gow, Brett Madden, Ken Steingart, Bill Stackpoole, Jeff Brown, Ken Cobby and Ron Gagne. Each deposited $10 into their sand-filled pockets.
Five skins survived, allowing Gary Alderson, Ron Gagne, Bill Slater, Jim Sudds and Ken Cobby to pocket $17 each.
There are two stories from Tuesday that have to be shared. Dave Wilkinson had his ball on the green. Either George Turnbull, Ernie Schmidtgall or Greg Dunmore hit their ball onto the green. One of the balls hit, landed on Dave’s ball angling it to the pin. According to the rules, Dave’s ball had to be placed back to the original position, out of birdie range. Dave vehemently argued, but 3 versus 1 doesn’t get you your way.
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The second mishap occurred on hole #2. This player landed his ball close to the lip in the bunker on the right. This player is tall and fairly muscular so when he swings, he means it. In his attempt to get the ball out, said player smacks the ball, hoping to get it airborne and onto the green. The ball ricochets off the lip back to the unsuspecting crotch of the hitter. Immediately after the incident, all four players are bent over, three of them from laughing. He probably wishes he would have had a much gentler swing, and he likely will in the future the next time he’s in the bunker. Once he gets his breath back, he’ll appreciate the lesson. His name had been omitted for the sake of his family, but those at Erie Shores know who it is.
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Local badminton season begins
The Leamington Badminton Club’s 2014-15 season is officially underway.
Registration to the club is open to all individuals from high school ages and up. Led by Ryan Harder and Keith Klassen, membership is available to players of all skill levels from beginner to advanced.
Members of the Leamington Badminton Club meet every Tuesday at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The current season began Tuesday, Sept. 2 and concludes on April 28 of next year. Registration is a one-time fee and includes discounts for additional family members.
To register, simply attend one of the club’s weekly Tuesday sessions at the LKRC, located at 249 Sherk St. For more information, contact Harder at rharder@peleelighthouse.ca or visit the organization’s Facebook page using the search words ‘Leamington Badminton Club’.
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Nature Fresh wins Migrant Workers Baseball League
On Sunday, August 10, the score at the conclusion of a three-game series in the Migrant Worker Baseball League was Nature Fresh 8 versus jemd 5. An August 17 game resulted in a score of jemd 14 versus Nature Fresh 6. The winner of the series was determined Wednesday evening, August 20. After playing two extra innings, the Nature Fresh team was declared the winner by a score of 6-5 versus jemd. Top right: Nature Fresh. Bottom right: jemd. Below: Lorraine Gibson of the Migrant Worker Community Program presented the trophy to Eloy Sanchez Hernandez, coach of the Nature Fresh team. (Submitted photos)
Lakers Mosquitoes
“C” championships
The Leamington Lakers Mosquito travel team, sponsored by Harder’s Heating & Cooling, played some of their best baseball of the summer on Labour Day weekend.
In the opening game, Leamington played a familiar team from Belle River. The Lakers, backed by the strong pitching performance of Conner Bergen and sparked by Alex Jadischke’s bases-clearing triple in the middle frames of the game, pulled away with an 11-1 opening victory.
The second game was against a tough team from Tillsonburg. After leading the game 3-1 through three innings the visiting team caught fire on the sticks and defeated Leamington 15-7.
With their backs against the wall in the double elimination tournament, the Lakers played a night game against Essex. The Lakers were ready for the task with Kanaan Gale getting the win and Brandon Friesen providing the home run power to lead the team to a 10-1 victory.
On Sunday the Lakers were in tough against a strong LaSalle team. Conner Bergen once again took the mound and held the game close, followed by great pitching from Tyler Wiebe and Spencer Bergen.
The heroics came in three big moments of this game. In the top of 7, trailing 5-4, LaSalle put runners on second and third with one out. Coach Steve O’Neil recalls the moment: “With runs tough to score in this contest we knew the squeeze was being called, so we prepared our infielders and when the ball popped off the LaSalle player’s bat I couldn’t believe our catcher (Thomas Jennings) barehanded the ball to get the out!” Then one pitch later, Thomas caught the runner on third napping when he threw the ball down to third to end the inning unscathed.
In the Lakers’ bottom of the 7th, after a controversial call at second, the Lakers had two outs and were down by one when Troy Tiessen hit a double and Conner Bergen followed that up with another double to tie the game.
Spencer Bergen made an incredible catch up the middle in the pitcher’s spot in the top of the 8th that capped a 1-2-3 inning for the Lakers which set up a wild finish. Tyler Wiebe led off with a single to right and later stole second. Kanaan Gale hit a deep fly ball to centre, moving Tyler over to third. The defensive hero a few innings earlier came to the plate and Thomas Jennings laid a perfect suicide squeeze bunt, scoring the winning run from third which erupted into celebration, taking the Lakers to the finals.
Coach Gary Minaudo (aka Bear) kept saying afterwards, “What just happened… I still
can’t believe we just won that game!” It definitely was quite the turn of events. The finals came and it was Tillsonburg once again, and once again their bats proved too much for the Lakers as they put up a 9-0 lead in the top of the first inning. Nathan Krahn, an unlikely pitcher in this game, came in and kept Tillsonburg’s bats silent for awhile. The Lakers outscored their opponent 5-2 in the final six innings, but the first inning deficit was too big to overcome.
Troy Tiessen led the team with a great batting performance, batting .680 in the five games. Great defense was led by Austin Neufeld who the team used almost everywhere. Nathan Pilmer played an incredible first base for his team. Congratulations to all the boys and a special thank you to Eric and Louise Harder for sponsoring what proved to be a great summer of baseball!
Tight battle continues in men’s golf
The tight battle continues between the teams of Lee Trevino, Bobby Jones and Sam Snead, with all three within a point of each other in the latest standings of the Erie Shores Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League.
Moving up to first place and leading the way with 86 points is Team Trevino who had a huge 10-point night with two points a piece from Richard Lowes, Roger Cote, Harry Garbarino, Albert Jenkins and Derrick Hutchins in their match-up against Team Gene Sarazen. Their only player to pick up two points was Claudio Sabelli.
Team Bobby Jones fell to second place with 85 points, one back of the Trevino squad, with a weaker four-point night getting help from only Brian Humphreys and Bill Slater. Their opponents, Team Sam Snead, moved up to just a single point back at 84 thanks to the 8-point help they received from Ward Hutchins, Doug Hinchcliffe, George Schiefer and Joe Oswald.
Standing in fourth place, 15 points back at 67, is Team Gary Player who also had a big 8-point night thanks to the play of John Davis, George Bergen, Larry Stull and Tim Tiessen in their match against Team Jack Nicklaus who only received four points from the strong play of Neil Sawatzky and Dan Musuronchan.
The teams of Tom Watson and Harry Vardon are tied for fifth place with 67 points. In their match against Team Ben Hogan, the Watson crew got eight points from Jerry Janzer, Wayne Quinn, Mike McDonald and Dave Dick, while Van Tan and
Larry Lucier picked up four for the Hogan squad.
In Team Harry Vardon’s tied match against the Arnold Palmer team, they got their six points from Andrew Dick, Ted Dube and Tim Vreman, while Palmer’s points came from the low gross scores of Ryan Harder and Spencer Neufeld and the net score of Frank Dick.
In the individual competition, Kevin Babkirk had a big night getting the longest drive on hole #8 and the closest to the pin shot on hole #3, while Terry Shields had the longest putt on the 9th hole. Winners in these categories pick up weekly prizes from Jose’s Bar & Grill, Erie Shores Pro Shop and Speedprint.
All other team prizes awarded at the monthly dinners and at the final banquet and awards night in October are given out by league sponsor Canadian Tire of Leamington.
Leamington Lakers Mosquito Travel Team, front left to right: Austin Neufeld, Conner Bergen. Second row, kneeling: Tyler Wiebe, Nathan Krahn, Kanaan Gale. Third row: Thomas Jennings, Spencer Bergen, Nathan Pilmer, Brandon Friesen, Alex Jadishcke, Troy Tiessen. Back row: Coaches Nick Neufeld, Gary ‘Bear’ Minaudo, Steve O’Neil, Kevin Gale.
SOUTHPOINT SUN
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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.
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ERIE APARTMENTS
137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available. 2nd & 3rd floor. 13th month free. Available immediately. Call Bob at 226-936-1676
FIORE TOWER
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.
3 BEDROOM, 2 BEDROOM and 1 bedroom apartments in Leamington & Kingsville. All appliances and laundry services included. Large balcony. Available immediately. Call 519-816-3095. se3
3 BEDROOM HOUSE- 79 Victoria Street South, Leamington. Very clean. $875/month plus utilities. Call Joe at 519-919-2269. se3
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Leamington Heights
400 Oak St. E., Leamington BEAUTIFUL2 bdrm suites, UTIL INCL! Laundry, social room with events, secure building. Let us WOW you. Call today! 519-324-9610 realstar.ca tf
2 BEDROOM UPPER
$795/month + utilities. Appliances included. Laundry room in apartment. 1st and last required. Available immediately. 13th Month Free. 519-324-6987 jn18-tf
CAMELOT SHIRES APARTMENTS
Beautiful, secure building in a good location. 2 bedroom available. Utilities and parking included. Call Georgina 226-348-9261 English & Spanish spoken.
SUTTON PLACE APARTMENTS 1 bedroom available. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, secure building with 24 hour surveillance & elevator. Call 519-326-8746 or 519-564-5772 tf
2 BEDROOM APT., fridge and stove included, $620 plus utilities. 171 Robson Road, Leamington. Call 519398-8107. au20-se3 CLEAN, COMFORTABLE ONE bedroom house in the country. Suitable for 1 or 2 persons only. Forced air gas furnace, central air, four appliances. $650 per month plus utilities. First, last and references required. Call 519-326-1125 daytime. au27-se3
4 BDRM 2 BATH SEMI FOR SALE - $169,900 18 St. Joseph St. Leamington. Call 519-818-5804 for private showing or visit the Open House Sunday September 7th, 1-3 p.m.
4 KIMBALL AVENUE -3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garage, stair lift to developed basement and 2nd kitchen. Upgrades throughout. Leamington hospital area. $159,000. Details 519329-3807 or message 519324-0505. se3-10 HOUSE FOR SALE
MOVING SALE - 1649 Fairlea Crescent, Ruthven. Thurs., Sept. 4 - 4:00 p.m.8:00 p.m. Fri., Sept. 5 and Sat., Sept. 6 - 8:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. Furniture, antiques, dishes, grandfather clock, pool table accessories, surround sound system and other items too numerous to list. au27-se3
MOVING SALE - 10 LORNE Street, Leamington (off Sherk). Saturday, September 6 at 8:00 a.m. Furniture, tools, clothes, screened tent, campstove, piano and much more. se3
IN HOME PERSONAL TRAINING. Achieve your goals with one on one personal training and healthy eating guidance. Call 519991-6692. Mention this ad for your FREE initial consultation. se3-10
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CARPENTRY - renovations and repairs, windows (full warranty), doors, painting, flooring, basements, drywall, kitchens, bathrooms, decks, fences, sheds and roofing. Free estimates. 35 years experience. We install windows and doors year round (senior discount). Call Bill, 519-566-8408. se3-24
BUSINESS ENVELOPES,invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Mallory at The Wheatley Journal for quick and economical service, 519-398-9098. tf
LADIES, YOU AREinvited to our Annual Fall Fair on Monday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. Dinner tickets$16. Our inspirational speaker is Liz LaVia - Bloomfield, ON. Her topic - “Through Troubles to Triumph”. Our evening will feature an auction to raise funds to expand our outreach. Donated items welcomed. Please call Sharon at 519-326-0421 or Darlene at 519-733-5595 by Friday Sept. 5. Evening is presented by Leamington After 5, affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. Visit us at iaminvited.to. se3
LEAMINGTON HOME & Garden Tour, Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Proceeds to Hospice Erie Shores Campus. Tickets $25 at Gallery Restaurant. se3-17
UMEI'S ANNUAL FISH Fry Fundraiser, Sun. Sept. 7, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Menu: fish, French fries, baked potatoes, onion rings, hot dogs, coleslaw, homemade pies & ice-cream. Takeout available. Admission: by donation. Location: UMEI Auditorium, 614 Mersea Rd. 6, Leamington. Info: 519326-7448 or office@umei.ca se3
KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Weekly Specials $12.00 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $10.00. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. Brunch every 2nd Sunday of the month 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Senior Dances every 3rd Sunday of the month. 519-733-5162 (office) or 519-733-9081 (bar). se3-24
SOUTHPOINT SUN
We are growing!!
Seeking to fill full-time packing positions Wages: $11/hour, 48+ hours, Mon-Sat Skills: Able to maintain attendance, repetitive tasks, distinguish color, team environment
Rotating weekly shifts (Days/Afternoons)
COME MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!
Apply via: HR@lakesideproduce.com
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
Fab. Inc.
PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR, WELDERS, QC PERSON AND GENERAL LABOURER
Apply in person, or by fax: Klassen Custom Fab. Inc. 5140 Ure Street Oldcastle, ON N0R 1L0 PH 519-737-6631 FX 519-737-1833
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
Permanent • Full Time • Day
• Candidates will be working in the greenhouse as harvesters, crop workers and packers.
• Experience not necessary. Repetitive tasks, bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Salary: $11.00 hourly, 40 hours per week.
Apply by Mail: P.O. Box 61 Leamington, ON N8H 3W1
Apply by Fax: 519-326-6130
Apply by Email:
The Leamington Lasers are looking to hire a swimming coach for the 2014-2015 season. Applicants must be NLS certified with a minimum level 1 coaching certificate. The position is 4 to 6 hours a week from Sept. to May. Please drop off resumes to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, or contact us at www.leamingtonlasers.ca .
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
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. au13-se3
CUCUMBER PACKERS
WANTED immediately. Full time 55 (+ or -) hours per week @ 11.00. Must have own transportation. Tasks are repetitive, standing for extended periods of time and physically demanding. You must be able work well with others. Apply in person only from 8:00 - 5:00 at 422 Mersea Rd. 7, Leamington. au13-se3
PRESTEVE FOODS
LIMITED needs at least 15 permanent fish cutters. Experienced fish cutters are paid by piece work. Willing to train new workers. Initially minimum wage. After completion of 60 work days, salary increases to $14.10 + benefits until worker can make significantly more through piece work. Position requires ability to filet fish at a fast pace. Application can be dropped off at 20954 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario or send by e-mail to info@prestevefoods.com. au27-se17
GREENHOUSE GROWER ASSISTANT - Start date: as soon as possible. Applicant would be responsible for assisting in the growing of hot house cucumbers. Assist in labor management and training greenhouse staff. Assist with fertilizer & chemical applications. General duties as directed by grower. 6 days/week, occasional Sunday. Long hours during busy season. Pay will be negotiated on experience. Experience: 2 years (willing to train). Chemical application certificate or license an asset. Must have own transportation, full license. Apply by email: stevevanltd@gmail.com. au27-se10
Nature Fresh Farms is looking for full time greenhouse supervisors ASAP. Workdays are most likely Monday to Saturday and hours will vary according to the season & production. Spanish is a big asset.
Please apply within at: 634 Mersea RD #7 Leamington ON via email at: jobs@naturefresh.ca
Nature Fresh Farms is looking for full time general labour positions in Leamington ON. Possible openings are crop maintenance and sorting/packaging. Workdays are most likely Monday to Saturday and hours will vary according to the season & production. Candidates must be willing to work in warmer climate conditions as well as unpredicted hours. No education is required however any type of agricultural expierience is an asset.
Please apply within at: 634 Mersea RD #7 Leamington ON via email at: jobs@naturefresh.ca or via phone at: 519-326-8603 ext. 1323
BROKER agent requires assistance to keep up with demand. Applicants should have a background in finance or banking, but those with experience in a leadership role will be considered. We are filling two positions - one candidate should be fluent in low German (Plattdeutsch) and one in Spanish. Please submit resumes in person or via email to Vic Lehan, AMP, Mortgage Architects, 164 Talbot St. East, Leamington, On N8H 1M2. vic.lehan@mtgarc.ca. Call 519-326-6410. se3-17
SOUTHPOINT SUN
Wheatley, ON
Need experienced Cold Storage Fork Lift Drivers, starting at $15.00 per hour. Should have a minimum of 2 years experience driving fork lifts and ideally in a cold storage environment. Candidates must have current fork lift certification.
Apply with resume to: HR@milofais.com
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST
NEEDEDfor Rehabilitation Clinic in Leamington. Send resumes to receptionistpositionsontario@gmail.com. se3
BUSY RV & MARINE dealer looking for RV Tech and Boat Mechanic. Contact 519-326-1156 or fax resume to 519-326-6567. oc16-tf
NOTICES
One Floral is seeking candidates for the position of: Greenhouse General Labour $11.00/hr. Must be available 7 days a week. Physically demanding & repetitive tasks. Fast paced, hot, non-smoking environment. Please submit all resumes to: jobsleamington@onefloral.com
FISH VESSEL DECKHAND
– Term Employment: 10 months. Salary $2,898.13 a month. Prepare gill nets and operate fishing gear to catch fish. Clean, sort and pack fish in ice and stow catch. 34 years of work experience. Apply by sending CV at sacofish@mnsi.net or drop it off at Saco Fisheries Ltd.21116 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario. se3-24
The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington
APPOINTMENTS TO ELECTION COMPLIANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE
TAKE NOTICE that applications will be received until 4:00 PM on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 at the Leamington Municipal Office to become a member of the Compliance Audit Committee for the Municipality of Leamington.
Three (3) people are required to sit on the Compliance Audit Committee. The role of this Committee is to review complaints about campaign financial statements filed by candidates after the 2014 municipal election. Meetings will only occur if complaints are received. Experience in law, accounting or the Municipal Elections Act would be beneficial.
Application forms are available at the Municipal Office, 111 Erie Street North or on the municipal website www.leamington.ca. All submissions shall be addressed to the undersigned and will be accepted by mail, facsimile, hand delivery or email.
Kim Siddall Manager of Corporate Services 111 Erie Street North Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9
Phone: (519) 326-5761 FAX: (519) 326-2481 ksiddall@leamington.ca
JEM FARMS IS looking for greenhouse workers. $11 per hour, 45 hours per week. Please fax resume to 519326-9570. au20-se3
LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED, LICENSED TECHNICIANS IN ALL FIELDS
Immediate positions available. Benefits and pension. Must forward resume with references, school transcript and MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) to:
Mail or Drop-off: 238 Talbot Street W. Leamington, ON N8H 1P1
Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca
Fax: 519-326-3632
PRESTEVE FOODS LIMITED needs at least 15 permanent fish plant workers. Willing to train new workers. Initially minimum wage. After completion of 60 work days, salary increases to $14.10 + benefits. Position requires either operating processing machine, lift up to 50 lbs on repetitive basis, packaging. Application can be dropped off at 20954 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario or send by e-mail to info@prestevefoods.com. au27-se17
NOTICES
2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305
www.kingsville.ca
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2014 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
The 2014 Municipal Election will be conducted electronically in the Town of Kingsville. This means that you will vote using the internet or your telephone any time from: 8:30 AM on October 17, 2014 to 8:00 PM on October 27, 2014
Internet and Telephone Voting Information Sessions will be held by the Town to assist you with your voting experience. Come out to any of the following open houses, meet our staff, and learn how to vote using the internet or your telephone:
Thursday, September 18
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cottam Library 122 Fox St., Cottam
Thursday, September 25 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Kingsville Recreation Complex 1741 Jasperson Lane, Kingsville
Entitlement to Vote
Monday, September 29
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street, Kingsville
Monday, October 6 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street, Kingsville
In accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 you are entitled to vote in the Town’s 2014 Municipal Election if, on October 27, 2014, you:
• are a Canadian Citizen; AND
• are at least 18 years old; AND
• reside in the Town of Kingsville or are the owner or tenant of land in the Town of Kingsville, or are the spouse of such owner or tenant; AND
• are not otherwise prohibited by law from voting.
Are you on the Voters’ List?
If you are on the Voters’ List, a Voter Information Letter will be mailed to you directly in the month of October. The Voter Information Letter will include a Voting Personal Identification Number (PIN) which will allow you to vote. After September 2, 2014, to check if you are on the Voters’ List, you may either:
• go to the Town’s website www.kingsville.ca/municipal/elections and click on “Municipal VoterView”; OR
• call the Town at 519-733-2305; dial “0” and ask for “List of Electors”.
If you are not on the Voters’ List or the information about you is incorrect, you may attend at the municipal office to complete an application to amend the Voters’ List. Please note that you will be required to provide proper identification.
Where can you find general information about the 2014 Municipal Election? General information about the 2014 Municipal Election can be found on the Town’s website www.kingsville.ca/municipal/elections. You may also call the Town at 519-7332305, dial “0” and ask for “Election Information”.
SOUTHPOINT SUN
NOTICE
ATTENTION INVESTORS. Growing demand in my mortgage business has increased the need for private investors. I am looking for those with funds to invest in first and second mortgages which are SECURED AND REGISTERED against residential properties. Earn more on your money than what you could hope to get at the bank! Call now for details at 519-326-6410. se3-17
HOSPICE OF WINDSOR ESSEX COUNTY – ERIE SHORES CAMPUS
Will be accepting Applications for the Pre-Qualification of Sub-Contractors for services required for the construction of the new Hospice to be built in Leamington ON.
Applications accepted for: Framing, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, Flooring, Masonry, Drywall, Roofing, Painting, Asphalt and Site Servicing contractors.
Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience working in a Healthcare environment and be familiar with the requirements of CSA Z317.13-03 Infection Control during Construction or Renovation of Health Care Facilities.
The full Pre-Qualification package (Hospice SubContractor Package) is available for download on the main page of Leamington District Memorial Hospital www.leamingtonhospital.com.
Applications for Pre-qualification will be received by LDMH Foundation’s Project Manager until September 6th, 2014 at 2:00 PM.
Properly executed documents are to be sent to:
Leamington District Memorial Hospital 194 Talbot Street West Leamington ON N8H 1N9
Attention: Jason Keane
NOTICE
LEAMINGTON ONTARIO CANADA
THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND FILING OF THE PHASE 1 & 2 REPORT MUNICIPAL CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT STURGEON MEADOWS STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FACILITY (SWMF) IMPROVEMENTS
The Municipality of Leamington has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study to develop a preferred alternative to provide retrofit improvements to the Sturgeon Meadows residential area dry Storm Water Management Facility (SWMF) pond to enhance stormwater quality as recommended in the Ministry of the Environment’s (MOE) March 2003 Document entitled “Stormwater Management Planning and Design Manual” and subsequent comments provided by the MOE. The SWMF is actually two dry ponds, on either side of Sturgeon Creek surrounded by fully built out residential development (Refer to Study Area Map below).
A Public Information Centre (P.I.C.) was held on July 17, 2013 for the purpose of presenting the project and the preferred alternative for improvement. The preferred improvement includes reducing the amount of storm runoff flows bypassing the dry ponds and directly entering Sturgeon Creek; reinforcing and increasing the height of the existing berms along the banks of the section of Sturgeon Creek that flows through this storm water facility, and: the installation of “Sorptive Filter Media” at the points of storm water discharge from this facility to Sturgeon Creek to reduce the quantity of phosphorus and nitrate nutrients that contribute to the poor water quality of Sturgeon Creek. The ponds will continue to be “dry” in the intervals between rainfall events.
The nature of the recommended undertaking is such that the project has been conducted as a Schedule B project under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process for Municipal Water and Wastewater Projects (Municipal Engineers Association, October 2000 as amended in 2011). An Environmental Assessment Report has been prepared and by this Notice is being placed in the public record for review. Subject to comments received as a result of this Notice, receipt of al l approvals and allocation of appropriate funding; the preferred solution will become the basis for design and construction of improvements to the Sturgeon Meadows Phase II Residential Site - SWMF.
The EA Report is available for a 30 Calendar Day review from September 4, 2014 to October 3, 2014 at the following locations:
Municipality of Leamington Municipal Offices
111 Erie Street North
Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9
Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tel: 519-326-5761
Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex 249 Sherk Street
Leamington, ON N8H 4X7
Mon-Thur 6 am to 10 pm Fri 6 am to 9 pm Sat 8 am to 8 pm Sun 9 am to 6 pm Tel: 519-322-2337
Further information on this project may be obtained from: Municipality of Leamington Website: www.leamington.ca
Allan Botham, P.Eng
Essex County Library - Leamington Branch 1 John Street
Leamington, ON N8H 1H1
Mon-Thur 10 am to 8 pm
Fri 10 am to 6 pm
Sat 10 am to 5 pm
Sun 12 pm to 4 pm
Tel: 226-946-1529 Ext. 220
Michael Mastronardi, P.Eng Manager of Engineering Services Project Manager Municipality of Leamington Stantec Consulting Ltd. Tel: 519-326-5761 140 Ouellette Place abotham@leamington.ca Windsor, ON N8X 1L9 Tel: 519-966-2250 michael.mastronardi@stantec.com
Interested persons may provide written comments to the Municipal Clerk, within 30 days from the date of this Notice. If concerns regarding this project cannot be resolved in discussion with the Municipality of Leamington, a person may request that the Minister of the Environment make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act (this is referred to as a Part II Order), which addresses individual Environmental Assessments. Requests must be received by the Minister of Environment & Climate Change, Director Environmental Approvals Branch and the Municipal Clerk by October 3, 2014. If no request for a Part II Order is received by October 3, 2014 the project will proceed to construction as outlined in the Environmental Assessment Report.
For more information on Part II Orders call Toll-free: 1-800-565-4923 or visit: https://www.ontario.ca/environment-and-energy/class-environmental-assessments-part-ii-order
This Notice Issued September 3, 2014
