The 18th annual Poor Boy Luncheon is Wednesday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Leamington Roma Club, 19 Seacliff Dr. E.
Beans and wieners, coleslaw, soup, veggies and dessert are on the menu. Advance tickets are $8 and are available at the Century 21 office in Leamington, 150 Talbot St. E. Tickets at the door are $10.
Funds raised at the Poor Boy Luncheon will support Southwestern Ontario Gleaners and Leamington & Area Toys 4 Tots.
For more information contact John Woelk at c21johnwoelk@hotmail. com
Fatal collision involving E-Bike
On September 1 at approximately 12:30 a.m., Kingsville OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving an E-Bike on Essex County Rd. 31 near Concession 6 East in Kingsville. A black Chevrolet pickup truck travelling southbound on County Rd. 31 struck the E-Bike which was also travelling southbound. The man operating the E-Bike subsequently died at the scene from injuries sustained.
The deceased is believed to be an area migrant worker.
Police are asking if anyone has any information regarding this collision to immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Essex County Rd. 31 between Concession 5 East and Concession 6 East was closed for several hours as the OPP’s Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) completed the investigation.
New school year, new school opens
Leamington District Secondary School students file into the front entrance of their new school for the first day of classes Tuesday, Sept. 5. The new school, at 80 Oak St. West, replaces the Talbot Street West school after more than 60 years of service. A public grand opening/open house is scheduled to take place Wednesday, Oct. 11. Students were given their first view of the completed building Wednesday, Aug. 30 with their own open house. (SUN Photos)
ElderCollege launches Autumn 2017 courses
By Lloyd Brown-John
ElderCollege, that community program which offers a vast array of short, low cost and interesting courses for persons aged 55 and better, has released it 80+ courses offering for the Autumn 2017 semester.
Locally, ElderCollege courses are offered in Leamington, Kingsville and Essex. However, once you become an ElderCollege student you can take courses anywhere in the ElderCollege system, which includes Amherstburg, LaSalle, Windsor, Lakeshore and Chatham. ElderCollege courses are usually short and non-threatening – no tests, no assignments, just fun learning. They are also low cost and you can even indulge in the “Buffet Course Option” – up to 12 courses for a special rate.
This semester, several courses are free for members in acknowledgment of support for ElderCollege from the Windsor Essex Community Foundation’s Canada 150 celebration fund.
The variety of courses being offered this autumn is really quite astounding. From a course on chainsaw sculpturing and a remarkable course on tomatoes and their hundreds of varieties (both in Leamington) to courses on travel (Machu Pichu: Peru’s Lost City, Dominican Republic), history (including Bothwell’s 150th anniversary) art, music, computers, automobile history, military history, personal finances, and more, the variety is amazing.
Sessions on canals in Canada, apples and their varieties, discovering what your camera can do, Canadian geology, local soldiers in the Great War, local Hessian loyalist families, emergency medical services, county museums, Red Beach and the Essex Scottish, exploring the secrets of wines, managing money in retirement, and Painting Palooza are all being offered as well.
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Canada is a significant theme for several courses, including Canada: How it Got Bigger, Canada’s History Recorded on Postage Stamps, and Horses Helping Humans.
ElderCollege courses are led entirely by volunteers. Most courses include a little social component – tea, coffee and sometimes baked goodies.
The courses are usually short, ranging from two hours to up to 4 or 5 sessions over a few weeks. For example, a course on the history of beer is being offered on three consecutive days while History, Culture and Living Legacy of Italy’s 20 Regions is held over 6 evenings – once a week for 6 weeks.
To cover the cost of course catalogues, website, administration and support, nominal course fees apply. ElderCollege also relies upon donations and grants, plus the administrative support of Canterbury College of the University of Windsor.
Course registration begins Wednesday, September 13. Online course registration begins at 12:01 a.m. on September 13. Course registration may also be done by telephone.
Printed course catalogues are available, as is further information about ElderCollege and course registration by calling ElderCollege at 519-253-3000 ext. 4944 (Laura) or ext. 4901 (Catherine).
Courses tend to fill quickly, although for several – especially any Canada 150 courses, waiting lists normally are accommodated.
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Health Expo returning to Kingsville
By Bryan Jessop
The return of a public event will promote the same message with new faces, causes and attractions.
Kingsville’s third Holistic Health and Wellness Expo will also feature a one-time change in venue, as it will make a short trip northward to the Kingsville Arena Complex for Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days and make use of all three of the facility’s conference rooms. The main room will host approximately 30 vendors while the others are being booked as spaces for eight guest speakers and eight workshops presenting an assortment of subtopics on individual health and wellbeing.
The twice-annual attraction was launched in the fall of last year, led by coordinator and Leamington resident Lindsey Ecker. The first and second installments of the expo — the most recent in late March of this year — were both held at Lakeside Park’s pavilion. The venue was changed for 2017’s second installment as the pavilion was fully booked for wedding and receptions.
Ecker explained that the upcoming expo will again address topics pertaining to each of the four elements of health — physical, mental, emotional and social. Last year, six Kingsville Public School students formed a company based on the physical component of health, setting up a vendor booth to sell detoxification products. The group was able to raise $1,000, which it donated to the worldwide charity Healing Hands.
For this year’s autumn expo, another KPS pupil — Grade 8 student Jillian Kresan — will embark upon an awareness campaign for mental health. Having previously expressed an interest in taking on a project based on mental health, Kresan will set up a photography display at the Expo bringing to light different mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders. In preparation of the expo, Kresan set out and took photos of different subject matter reflecting the conditions of various mental health issues.
“I’m really impressed with her maturity and approach on the topic,” said Ecker of Kresan’s approach to the upcoming event. “I’m encouraging her to continue exploring this topic — that’s what the expo is all about.”
Ecker is also a mental health advocate for the Greater Essex County District School Board, presenting workshops at local schools and libraries. She also conducts mindfulness workshops in the homes of area families and has set up a yoga workshop to take place at Leamington’s Oasis Yoga on September 29.
The upcoming edition of the Holistic Health and Wellness Expo is being primarily sponsored by naturopathic doctor Kelly Upcott through the Origins Naturopathic Retreat between Harrow and Kingsville. Ecker hopes to meet or exceed the 300-plus guests who visited the spring of 2017 expo, which also offered a series of special guest speakers and workshops. Among guest speakers will be retired nurse Patricia Kennedy, who operates a thermographic clinic in London that includes mobile clinics from Windsor to London including a room at the Family Health Team in Leamington.
The upcoming expo will accept donations from guests, who have made the journey from communities across Essex County, Chatham-Kent and as far north as London. Those proceeds will again go to Healing Hands, a global organization that has undertaken relief projects in Haiti and Nepal. Currently, the charity is shipping bottled water and hygiene kits to flood victims in Houston, Texas.
Updates on workshop and speaker schedules can be seen through the event’s Eventbrite web link and the Holistic Health and Wellness Expo’s Facebook events page. Questions on the fall or spring of 2018 expo can be directed toward Ecker at 519-322-8340 or lindseyecker@hotmail.com.
(File Photo courtesy of Ginger Snaps! Photography)
Thanks, readers!
If you are reading this column, thank you.
That means you are taking an active part in supporting your local community newspaper, as a reader.
Readership means everything to community papers. While it doesn’t directly pay the bills, a good strong readership creates confidence in the paper on the part of local advertisers.
Advertisers are what pay the bills.
Some weeks, this paper is chock full of advertisements. Some weeks, it’s not.
Your local community paper has three or four people on the streets of Leamington, Wheatley and Kingsville, trying to raise that confidence in our readership on a weekly basis.
Large daily papers, owned by large corporations, will tell advertisers that they are purchasing advertising space from them.
We will tell them that they are buying into readership, which, in this paper, is quite high.
Oh sure, there are those millennials out there who say they can get everything they need from their cell phones. And in many cases, that is true. Just look around at a restaurant or family dinner table, and you’ll find out pretty quick that they not only get their news and advertising from their phones, they apparently get their social interaction there too.
But that’s for another column.
The good folks of Leamington and Wheatley have been reading our two local papers here for quite some time.
The response I get from this column is great on most weeks. People approach me daily, telling me how much they enjoy reading and that’s what keeps me doing it.
On those weeks when the old brain just won’t come up with anything creative, the push that keeps me going is the audience. That is you.
I’m sure the same goes for Shannon and Bryan and Bill and anyone else who has a regular column in this paper. We enjoy hearing from you.
On the rare occasion, we get a negative comment rather than a positive one. But that’s okay, because at least we know you’re reading it.
When it comes to advertising in this paper, that’s where
MARK RIBBLE Rib’s Ramblings
the value lies. Oh sure, I can tell you that 11,000 households in Leamington get the Sun and 2300 households in Wheatley get the Journal, but the real value lies in just how many of those folks pick up their paper each week and read it.
From all indications on our end, that percentage is quite high.
So, for those who think that advertising doesn’t work in your local paper, all you have to do is count how many times you’ve read this column or any of the others that frequent these pages.
Facebook and Twitter advertising only gets your message to those who click on it and read it. Sure, it’s free and easy to use and reaches people across the world.
Chances are that Bob and Dorothy down the road who need their furnace fixed or Peter and Grace a street over who want to grab a quick bite to eat, aren’t logging on to Facebook on a regular basis. Yes, that generation of customers still exists.
By keeping their business in front of the readers every week, they are putting their message in the front of Bob’s mind. By advertising their chicken wrap and fries every week, it’s quite possible that Peter and Grace will think of them first when looking for a place to dine.
The newspaper business has changed dramatically since my first day on September 1, 1985. I’ve seen a lot of changes, mostly due to technology. After so many years working for a large corporation, it’s reassuring working for a small independent.
The big papers are shuttering their doors faster than you can say “Extra!”, but a lot of small community papers are thriving. It’s the newspaper version of ‘buy local.’ Global experts will tell you that the newspaper business is a thing of the past.
By virtue of reading our columns and stories each week, you are playing a part in proving that theory wrong, and we thank you.
Letters to the Editor
Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Superheroes
Dear Editor,
“Growing up, I watched superheroes on TV and in the movies, but I quickly discovered they were also living in my midst. My mother and sister were diagnosed with cancer only ten days apart and my sister had just lost her husband to cancer 4 years before that. She was a single mother fighting cancer and still trying to raise her children. She was an inspiration and a hero to me and I needed that inspiration because I was diagnosed with breast cancer two years before she was.” – Deborah Jones Chambers Deb doesn’t realize it, but she is a hero to her family and to all Canadian Cancer Society staff and volunteers. She has been organizing a fundraiser called Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer for 12 years. This year, she struggles with osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. For years, she had a bowel obstruction caused by scar tissue from past surgeries. But that doesn’t stop her from raising funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. “I continue living each day to its fullest. Onward and upward! In my case, for the time being, it’s one limping step at a time,” she said. In honour of Deb, and all breast cancer survivors, the theme of this year’s Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer event is “Superheroes.”
“I’d like to invite everyone to put on their superhero cape and take part in the 1km or 5km walk at Point Pelee National Park on Sunday, September 24, 2017. Let’s all be superheroes for change. Do it for your loved ones. Do it for those who can’t do it for themselves. Do it for breast cancer research. Do it for the simple reason that you can. Let’s fundraise until we find cancer’s kryptonite and banish it for good!” said Jones Chambers Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer is a 1k or 5k walk/ run to support breast cancer research and support programs. Men, women and children of all ages are welcome to participate, help raise pledges and increase awareness for the cause. The event celebrates breast cancer survivors in the community and gives an opportunity for participants to remember loved ones who have lost their lives to the disease.
Join Deb and the Canadian Cancer Society for the 12th annual Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer! Sunday, September 24 at Point Pelee National Park. Register today at takingsteps.ca
– Theresa
Blondin, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Canadian Cancer Society
Horse racing action at Leamington Raceway
Drivers go three wide as they start the second of two laps during the fourth race at Leamington Raceway Sunday, Sept. 3. The weekly series of harness horse racing in Leamington was greeted by a large crowd of spectators representing all ages. The fifth of 13 race dates for the 2017 season included face painting, free rides, bicycle giveaways, bike races, a Leamington Flyers versus Wheatley Sharks harness race and other attractions for fans in attendance. Sunday, Aug. 6 was this year’s opening day, with remaining races scheduled for each Sunday from September 10 to October 29. For more information on the Leamington Raceway schedule, visit the website www. lakeshorehorseraceway.com.
The third race of the day gets underway at Leamington Raceway for Kids’ Day Sunday, Sept. 3. T
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GriefShare is a special weekly non-denominational seminar/support group. New Central Convenient Location: Zehrs Conference Room. (upstairs-elevator available) 7201 Tecumseh Rd. East (@Lauzon Parkway) Seminar begins: Wednesday, September 13 @ 7:00 p.m. For more information and registration contact: Lakeshore St. Andrew’s Church 519-979-8082 chale@lsachurch.net
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A young harness racing fan takes a free ride between events at Leamington Raceway as part of Kids’ Day Sunday, Sept. 3. The weekly series of harness horse racing in Leamington was greeted by a large crowd of spectators representing all ages.
OBITUARY
John Roderick Hyatt
John Roderick ‘Rod’ Hyatt passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017 in Leamington.
Son of Ruth Brown and John Hyatt. Brother of Susan Hyatt (Peter Diorio) and Debra Kovacs (Randall).
At the family’s request, cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631).
www.reidfuneralhome.ca
To have an obituary notice placed in the Southpoint Sun, please contact your funeral director or contact our office at 519-398-9098
Leamington man faces charges in Chatham
On Friday, September 1 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a 21-year-old male entered a bank on Keil Dr. in Chatham and was acting strangely. He then proceeded to grab a female customer by the waist as she was using the ATM.
The man then left the bank before wandering around in the parking lot and finally getting into a car which had been reported stolen from Leamington. Police were called and upon arrival located the man sitting inside the vehicle.
A 21-year-old Leamington man was arrested and charged with assault and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.
He was released on a promise to appear with a court date later in September.
Pursuant to the Credit Union and Caisses Populaires Act, 1994, S.O. 1994, c. 11
Being an owner-member of WFCU Credit Union gives you the right to vote on issues that affect the credit union and to vote for members who will represent you on the Board of Directors.
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
To be held at the Ciociaro Club 3745 North Talbot Road, Oldcastle, ON
Copies of our audited financial statements will be available at each retail location and at the annual meeting.
Report of the Board of Directors
Report of the Chief Executive Officer
Report of the President
Report of the Treasurer on the Financial Statements
Report of the Nominating Committee - Elections
Report of the Audit Committee
Report of the Auditors
Name provided for another Dieppe veteran
Following the article “75th anniversary of Operation Jubilee: the Dieppe Raid” by Bill Siddall that appeared in The Wheatley Journal and Southpoint Sun on August 16, the name of another local EssexScottish man who was at Dieppe has been brought to the attention of Mr. Siddall.
William Donald Kennedy, age 23, was killed in action on August 19, 1942 during the raid. He was raised and educated in Leamington (former Seacliff Village), was married and had one son that he never had the chance to see except in pictures. His name shall liveth forever more.
Special thanks to Paula Subity for providing the information.
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The WFCU Credit Union Nominating Committee of the Board of Directors is recommending Vince Marcotte, Vic Neufeld and Patricia (Patti) France as the three candidates to fill the three (3) three-year term vacancies on the Board.
Defining wine
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Let’s Wine Together
This issue’s question comes from Ann in Ottawa. What is the difference between “regular” wine and “fruit wine”… grapes are fruit, after all?
Thanks for your question, Ann.
You are correct… grapes definitely are fruit. Wine, if more by popular culture than by actual definition, is made from grapes and only grapes. Therefore wineries that produce wine made from fruit other than grapes use the designation of “fruit wine”. Wine, by nature, can in fact be made from any plant matter that can be fermented. I’m sure you’ve heard of dandelion wine… how about potato wine or rhubarb wine? Fruit wine also comes in different styles, from dry to semi-sweet to ice wine or fortified wine.
Fruit wine can be made from pretty much any kind of fruit since the essential components are the same as with grapes – juice and naturally-occurring sugar and acid. Often the balance of sugar and acid needs to be tweaked to create a drinkable wine, so the winemaker will add more sugar (or another sweetening agent such as honey or fructose) which also helps with the fermentation process or if the juice is too bitter they will add water to cut the acidity level.
The process of getting the juice out of the fruit in the first place will vary as well, since not all fruit can be pressed in the same way that grapes are to extract the juice. Peaches, for example, cannot be put through a traditional grape press as the fruit is quite dense and the pit would ruin the machinery. So the peaches have to be cut up by hand and the pit removed before the fruit can be left to macerate on its own to produce enough juice.
There are a few wineries in the area that produce great quality fruit wines: Aleksander Estate Winery, Black Bear Farms of Ontario Estate Winery, and Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery.
Fruit wines can work just as well with food as a regular wine does, too. Apple, pear, or rhubarb wine would be great with pork, for example, and there’s no question about how well fruit wine works with cheese… again, let your imagination run wild and enjoy the fruits of your labours!
Inattentive drivers causing more crashes than impaired and speeding drivers combined
Inattentive driving is linked to more collisions on Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-patrolled roads so far this year than speeding and alcohol/drug-related collisions combined.
Since January 1, 2017, driver distraction has been reported as the primary cause in 6,360 road collisions. In contrast, speed was the primary cause in 4,700 crashes, while 1,158 of the incidents involved a driver who consumed alcohol or drugs.
Prior to Labour Day weekend, a total of 47 people have died so far this year because of an inattentive driver, up from 39 such deaths this time last year.
With children and other students taking to the streets and being bused to school this week, the need for motorists to pay full attention to driving — and for others to take a firm stand against drivers who are not — has never been greater.
“Our collision data is compelling evidence that drivers who text, talk on their cell phone or are distracted in some other way take a tremendous toll on the safety of those who share the road with them. Public complacency about inattentive driving can be just as dangerous as the behaviour itself. Until drivers, passengers and the general public take a firm stand against this road safety issue, these tragedies are expected to continue in large numbers on our roads.’’ commented OPP Commissioner J.V.N. (Vince) Hawkes.
With the exception of 2012, inattentive drivers have taken more lives on OPP-patrolled roads than speeding and alcohol-impaired drivers since Ontario distracted driving laws took effect in 2009.
How You Can Help
• As a driver, keep your cell phone out of sight. If you need to use it, pull over at a safe location.
• As a passenger, speak up and voice your concerns about your safety when travelling
with a distracted driver. By ignoring the problem, you are contributing to the problem.
• Spread the word at your school or workplace about the dangers of distracted driving.
• Highlight the dangers of distracted driving on social media.
• Be a voice in the community.
• Pot and re-pot plants
• Deleafing , pruning, and harvesting crops
• Planting of crop, placing irrigation drippers
• Crop maintenance and crop scouting
• Clipping, hooking and tying of the plants
• Packing fruit into appropriate boxes, crates, etc.
• Greenhouse tear down and setup
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• Dig up wrapping root balls of trees and shrubs
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Highline Mushrooms appoints new CEO
Highline Produce Limited (“Highline”) has announced that Aaron Hamer has succeeded Glenn Martin as CEO, effective August 29. Highline will continue to benefit from Mr. Martin’s industry leadership and expertise as he assumes the role of Chairman.
Mr. Hamer has been with Highline since 2014, guiding the growth strategy of the company through several mergers and acquisitions that have made Highline the world’s largest organic mushroom company with operations and customers across Canada and the United States.
Mr. Hamer, who previously held the CFO role for a leading aerospace company, plans to maintain Highline’s customer-first focus and commitment to excellence.
Highline has grown rapidly in recent years, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Mr. Martin and Mr. Hamer and their seasoned leadership team. Together, they have ensured Highline maintains its family-focused environment and fosters a positive and stable working environment for Highline’s associates.
“We thank Glenn for his incredibly successful tenure as CEO and are excited to partner with Aaron as he leads Highline through its next chapter,” reports Enda Walsh, Highline Board Member. “We are pleased that Glenn will assume the Chairmanship and look forward to his continued involvement with Highline.”
“Highline has been at the forefront of the mushroom industry’s innovation over the last 56 years, and we are thrilled with where we stand today,” says new CEO Aaron Hamer. “We are well positioned to keep growing ourselves, but more importantly, we focus on supporting our retail, food service and food ingredient customers in growing their mushroom categories.”
Highline’s focus will remain unchanged: to continue to grow as a trusted leader in the North American mushroom market, but also as an employer of choice in their communities.
Highline Mushrooms, founded in 1961, has grown to become the largest mushroom grower in Canada and the world’s largest grower of organic mushrooms. Highline’s highly developed cropping techniques have enabled them to grow all white, mini bella and portabella mushrooms without the use of any pesticides or fungicides regularly required in the cultivation of mushrooms.
Highline is a fully integrated mushroom business with nine facilities in Ontario – including Leamington and Kingsville, Quebec, British Columbia and Alberta. It serves customers from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and throughout both Canada and the United States.
A group of residents from Franklin Gardens Long Term Care Home recently enjoyed an evening of singing around the campfire with Justin and Rick Latam entertaining the crowd. They also enjoyed smores and ice-cream. The evening was well received by all.
(Photo courtesy of Nelly Deslippe)
Leamington & Mersea Historical Society announces Heritage Award Winner
By C. Scott Holland
The Leamington & Mersea Historical Society is thrilled to announce that the Peter Enns family has won the 2017 Leamington & Mersea Hostorical Society’s Heritage Award for First or Founding Families.
For many early farming families, it was a long journey to reach the fertile lands of Essex County. Often it took them halfway around the world and through many trials and hardships.
Such a trip was made by the Enns family, whose roots date back to Poland when it was known as Prussia in the early 1800s. Holding different religious beliefs than those of the general population, they were branded heretics and fled to find sanctuary.
Catharine the Great of Russia invited many of those families to the vast grassland prairies of southern Russia where they could develop swaths of land. They received land as well as religious freedom in exchange for their skills at cultivating the soil. Their lives prospered. They built homes, barns, schools, hospitals and industry thrived.
“My great-grandfather Peter Enns was one of the benefactors of those early days. He was born into a family that had prospered prior to World War One,” said Ken Enns, owner of Enns Plant Farm in Leamington.
In WWI the village of Schoenfield (meaning beautiful field) was burned to the ground.
“My great-grandfather Peter died, and my great-grandmother, along with her children, which included my grandfather Henry, fled to another village,” said Enns. “My grandfather’s in-laws took them in and they resided in a shabby house at the rear of the farm. For three years, as the war engulfed the area, they endured strenuous conditions including the loss of seeds for planting.”
Starvation was prevalent.
Arrangements made by Canadians enabled these people to start a new life in North America, but the powerful Russian Communist would not allow them to emigrate. Fortunately, the Canadian Pacific Railway lent them the money with the stipulation that the money would be repaid after they had settled in North America.
Thus, the Enns family, along with a large number of refugees, found their way to Essex County and other parts of North America.
“Grandfather Henry came to Essex County in 1924 with a family of seven young children, including my own father Peter, who was 17 years old at the time,” said Enns. “They grew tobacco and wheat sharecropped on a farm near Wheatley.”
Many of the crops like tobacco suffered from diseases and it was difficult to survive.
“In 1928, my dad Peter and his brothers got jobs to earn enough to feed the family,” said Enns. “The next year the family purchased a 100-acre farm on Concession C from Arthur Poulter. They grew cucumbers and tomatoes for the H.J. Heinz Company, but when the Depression hit, prices were poor yet the family remained happy to be here in Canada.
He encountered more poor crops, but in 1934 Peter married a young lady named Susana Koop.
“By this time, many families realized that early vegetable crops thrived in Essex County’s rich, betterdrained, sandy soil,” he said.
“Grandfather Henry moved to the farm of Francois Henry on the 10th Concession of Mersea Township.
My father Pete and his new bride sharecropped for the Firth family on Erie Street near the Heinz factory.”
“Later they would sharecrop on the 4th Concession and eventually bought a 10-acre vegetable farm on Highway 77 north of Leamington. That is where I grew up,” Enns said. “I followed my father around the farm
like a shadow as my mom and dad grew early vegetables, tomatoes, potatoes and burley tobacco on the small farm. Dad worked winter jobs in the factories to help us make ends meet.”
In 1958 a small greenhouse was erected. It was a new beginning that led to the nearly 40 acres of greenhouse crops they have today.
At age 56, in 1962, Ken’s dad passed away, leaving his mother Susie, himself and twin brothers Dennis and Dave to pay a mortgage plus keep the farm going.
Ken admitted, “I had no intentions of becoming a farmer. I loved school and learning and extended my education by attending school half days for grade 13 at Leamington District Secondary School plus some correspondence to complete my high school degree.”
The University of Windsor offered him a scholarship for mechanical engineering, but with great sadness he declined this offer and became a farmer.
“I married Rita Konrad, a farm girl from the 8th Concession, in 1965,” said Enns. “For the next 50 years of married life, farming was a difficult life. Seldom was there money since everything was spent paying off the mortgage. We bought another greenhouses across from Steve Wilhelm. We farmed the two properties until 1973 when younger brother Dave joined the farming operation. Dave married Linda Flaming in 1975 and the four of us worked as a corporate structure until 1996.”
As finances permitted, the greenhouse operation expanded. Ken and Dave separated but continued farming with their sons Steve and Phil in 1996. A year later, Ken and Steve withdrew from the growing of field crops to concentrate on enlarging the greenhouse section. By 2007 a new modern 25-acre greenhouse facility was added and brought the total to 37 acres.
“It entered the family into a new business phase of agriculture involving computers and science. Today we are a part of Essex County’s greenhouse industry which covers over 2,000 acres,” said Ken Enns.
The Leamington and Mersea Historical Society salutes the Enns family for their fortitude in forging a new life here in Canada and continuing their farming expertise in Leamington. They will be honored at the Society’s 20th annual
REE RECOVERY PROGRAMS at South Shore Health Centre, 15 John St., Leamington: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Westover Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Women Only Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Guided Meditation Group; Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. SMART; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Recovery Support in Low German and Spanish; Fridays at 6:30 p.m. CA Group. Individual family and friends education and support to create a recovery plan call 519-990-2530 for an appointment.
LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, September 6, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App .
SHOOTERS PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETING - Wednesday, September 6, from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Photography 101 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for any help needed. Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, 1550 Road 3E, Ruthven, in the Hibiscus Room in the food court. Please use west parking lot entrance. For further details, contact Mike @mtowne@sympatico.ca. Beginners to professionals welcome. Come join in the Fun!
PEACE PICNIC on Sunday, September 10 at 3:00 p.m. at Seacliff Park. Hosted by The Ministerial - a group of Ministers from the churches of Leamington. There will be games, music and hot dogs. Everyone is invited!
WALK-IT FOR PARKINSON’S - Sunday, September 10, Malden Park Windsor. Register today at www.walk-it.ca or 1-888-8517376.
WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? ACCESS COUNTY COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES at is seeking dedicated volunteers for their Youth Mentor Program. Applications being accepted until September 15. For more information contact Wanda Rodrigues, Project Manager - The Bridge at 519-324-0990 ext. 33, email wrodrigues@accesscounty.ca or apply online at www.accesscounty.ca
BICENTENNIAL BRANCH UELAC SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON MEETING, Saturday, September 16 at 12:00 p.m. sharp, Church of the Ephiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville. RSVP by Sept. 9 at info. bicentennial@uelac.org or 519-995-3529.
THE 16TH ANNUAL FIESTAS PATRIAS CELEBRATION will take place at the Roma Club of Leamington, 19 Seacliff Drive East, Leamington, Sunday September 17 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. It is a free, family friendly event for everyone.
Heritage Awards Night on Nov. 3 at the Roma Club. Other award winners include the John Huy family, Leamington Lions Club, the late Robert Schmidt and Grant Bowman. For more info regarding tickets, sponsorships or donations, contact Historical Society President Paul Bunnett-Jones at pbunnettjones@cogeco.ca
AUTUMNFEST BAZAAR hosted by Visitation Parish CWL, Saturday, September 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Road, Comber. Homemade baked goods (low sugar and gluten free available), crafts, penny sale, raffles, kids books, lunch café, free coffee and tea. Proceeds go towards the parish, the community, local schools and other charitable agencies.
THE ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION will hold its final meeting of the year on Saturday, Setpember 30 at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven at 9:00 a.m. The public is welcome. Please bring the stats fo your colony at this time. Please call Paul at 519-738-3476 for further info.
RUMMAGE SALE - Leamington United Church, 9 John Street. Friday, October 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 14 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-9991234.
SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn and share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings held last Wednesday of every month (except July and August) at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. Meetings resume in September. Everyone welcome!
ARE YOU THINKING OF BECOMING A CATHOLIC? Have you or someone you know expressed interest in learning about the Catholic faith? Maybe everyone in your family is baptized but you are not and would like to be? Maybe you are searching for something and can’t pinpoint what it is? The process begins in September. If you answered yes to any of these questions or would like to know more information on the process, please contact Simone Seres at St. Michael’s Parish 519-326-2643 ext. 26. We look forward to hearing from you.
THE SALVATION ARMY LEAMINGTON CC YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE open every Tuesdsay, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church, 88 Setterington St. The centre provides a safe supervised location and use of our computer lab, movies, videogames or table tennis etc. For more info contact us at 519-326-4901.
MOODS DISORDER GROUP MEETS the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, 1st Floor. Info: Nancy at 519-971-4050 or nrkolah@sympatico.ca
Community Calendar is a FREE service for FREE events. Please see the COMING EVENTS section in the CLASSIFIEDS for events with admission charges.
DALE’S FRIDAY COFFEE HOUSE
September 22
Doors open at 6:30 and music starts at 7:00 pm. Come and join us for an evening of acoustic music. This is a freewill event with monies benefiting our Community.
The Bank Theatre Proudly Presents THE BIG REVEAL
October 14
Featuring special guest TINA MORGAN: OLDER & BOLDER – A BROADWAY REVIEW - $60 per person - Ticket price includes light appetizers and beverage tastings from our sponsors. Beer and wine available for purchase. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets available advance only online http://thebanktheatrebigreveal.bpt.me
OFF SITE EVENTS
Dale’s Friday Coffee House Oct. 27, Nov. 24, Dec. 22
Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Music at 7:00 p.m. Free-will event.
DAZZLING DUOS AND TRIOS
October 1
A classical concert featuring a variety of duets and trios for 2 flutes, piano and organ, culminating in an abridged version of the well loved “Mennonite Piano Concerto” by Victor Davies. Performing artists are Helen Brown, Linda Regehr, Natalie Dorion and Jonathan Bayley. Sunday, October 1 at 3:00 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington. $15 or $10 for groups of 10 seniors or more. Tickets available online at http:/dazzlingduostrios. bpt.me, Wharram’s Jewellers and Counter Effects in Leamington or at the door if not sold out.
NOTICE OF BOARD MEETING September 6 @ 7:30 p.m. At The Bank Theatre 10 Erie St. S., Leamington. All members welcome. New members - $5 fee.
in the
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
This week you may be very interested in technology, Aries. This interest could spur the purchase of a new technological device that you have had your eyes on for some time.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Friends may be surprised to hear you requesting things, Taurus, since you’re not usually one to ask for help. It is okay to need some assistance this week to get by.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, you may need to ask yourself some difficult questions this week if you plan to map out more of your future. If you’re looking for adventure, the goals will be different from stability.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Try to show others this week that you are a thoughtful person who has many life experiences to share, Cancer. Try to assert yourself in a calm but effective way.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, trust the people you love and your close friends. There is a good reason why you hang in certain social circles. It’s not the time to doubt your alliances.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Self-confidence and enthusiasm helps you to be a natural-born leader this week, Virgo. Show coworkers just how much you can handle and they’ll take a step back.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, changes to your financial status may have you looking at various ways to cut costs or ways to splurge. Research all of the possibilities before making drastic changes.
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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
There are many changes waiting to unfold in your personal life, Scorpio. Take the time to listen to what the stars are trying to tell you and make the best decisions.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Bringing together people and socializing is what you desire this week, Sagittarius. Therefore, why not host a party or organize a night out with friends?
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
It is important not to let others make decisions for you, Capricorn. If you feel strongly about something, speak up for yourself and others will notice your assertiveness.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Someone close to you may be having difficulties he or she is not able to verbalize, Aquarius. Be patient with this person and help work through all of the angles.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, when you act as a leader your behaviors may be different from others around you. It is okay to stand out for the right reasons.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
SEPTEMBER 3
Shaun White, Athlete (31)
SEPTEMBER 4
Beyonce Knowles, Singer (36)
SEPTEMBER 5
Michael Keaton, Actor (66)
SEPTEMBER 6
Swoosie Kurtz, Actress (73)
SEPTEMBER 7
Kevin Love, Athlete (29)
SEPTEMBER 8
Brooke Burke, Actress (46)
SEPTEMBER 9
Michael Bublé, Singer (42)
Low mileage 1958 Austin Westminster sedan
Three years ago, Gord Yates of Amherstburg purchased a 1958 Austin A105 Westminster sedan with 30,000 original miles. This model was built from mid-1956 to mid-1959, and only 857 were built with lefthand-drive for the North American market. According to the internet, only 26 of these have survived.
Gord’s car still has its original black and white finish touched up in a few places owing to stone chips and the like. Minor repairs have been done to the original seats and all
the windlacing in doors and trunk has been replaced.
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The engine is an overhead-valve six cylinder with an automatic transmission. All the running gear is original and the car can be driven anywhere.
The turn signals have an interesting feature I have never seen before. The lever for the turn signals is mounted where you would expect to see it, on the left side of the steering column. A light flashes at the end of that lever to let you know your turn signals are flashing properly. What a great idea!
When I attended high school in Toronto in the late 1950s, my car-crazy friends and I often visited the giant Canadian Tire Store on Yonge Street near Davenport to look at all the auto accessories, including curb feelers, fender skirts, purple lights, and bug deflectors.
Right next door on Yonge at Church was a huge Austin
dealership, which must have done a roaring business because we saw a lot of Austins on the streets of Toronto. Some older Austins (and a few Volkswagens) were driven by students at my school. I got my driver’s license in 1958 and it is entirely possible that Gord’s ’58 Austin Westminster was sitting in the showroom of that dealership when my friends and I were next door at Canadian Tire.
The Austin nameplate goes back to 1903 when Herbert Austin in England began building motorcars. Just five years later, in 1908, Austin entered a race car in the French Grand Prix, finishing in 18th and 19th places, good enough to give the car great publicity.
The famous Austin Seven came out in 1922, which at that time was the smallest British four-cylinder car, having a displacement of only 696cc, soon increased to 747cc. Fourwheel brakes were standard and the car remained in production until 1939, with a total of 290,000 built. I’m sure some of these are still on the road.
In 1952, Austin and Morris merged together to form the British Motor Corporation, and it was under this banner that Gord Yates’ 1958 Austin Westminster sedan was built. Happy motoring, Gord!
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca
Gord Yates’ low mileage 1958 Austin A105 Westminster sedan at Cruisin ’17 Car Show in Leamington.
Wheatley Branch 324 Legion news
Fun Darts attracted a great crowd, 22 players, on August 25 at Wheatley Legion. Tom Lorondeau and Richard Howe led with 6 wins followed by Erika Simpson and Larry Evoy with 5 wins. Tied with 4 wins were Debbie Seili, Beth Clements and Gerry Hucko – Dawn Lorondeau, Al Kwiathowski and Jim McClellan. Also tied with 3 wins were Mary Robinson, Tim Moore and Arnold Seili – Mabel McKee, Laura Simpson and Terry Jackson. Bonnie Evoy, Kim Bruner and Gord Crook won 2 games. That pesky skunk snuck in and beat Julie Reid, Velma Hope and Tracey Bruner. Ladies
doubling out were Debbie, Dawn, Laura and Kim. Everyone is welcome to join the Fun Darts players on Friday evenings. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.
Lori Gouin ran the Meat Draws on August 26. Two-time meat winners were Bill Derbyshire and Bill Robertson. Yours truly won meat and two Tigers baseball game tickets. Other winners were Jerry Summerfield, Jane Pursel, June Epplett, Kay Shaw, Vicky Liddle and Doug Miller. Linda Derbyshire won the 50/50 draw.
Meat Draws are held every Saturday at the Branch. The draws are from 3:30-5:00 p.m.
Fall is fast approaching and, with that, Legion Week across Canada will be held from September 17 to 23. Watch next week for the activities planned to celebrate Legion Week in Wheatley.
Peewees, bantams host OBAs
By Bryan Jessop
Two Leamington teams hosting season-ending Ontario Baseball Association tournaments have ended the summer on positive notes.
Both the Leamington District Minor Baseball Association peewee and bantam Lakers hosted the OBA championships at Kinsmen Sports Field over the Labour Day weekend and both went deep into the playoff rounds. The Harder’s Heating and Cooling-sponsored peewees advanced to the final against St. Thomas where the guest team battled to a 4-2 provincial title-clinching win on Sunday, Sept. 3. Meanwhile, the Knights of Columbus-backed bantam Lakers went as far as the semifinals before they were eliminated with a 9-1 loss at the hands of Stratford. From there, Stratford went on to take the OBA ‘B’ title with a 2-1 victory against Kawartha.
“They played awesome all weekend,” said LDMBA president and peewee Lakers head coach Kevin Gale of his team. “They gave it everything they had and performed well under pressure. It’s a team of 12 kids that played awesome at different roles.”
This year’s Peewee B tournament was made up of 10 teams, with Leamington hosting Kawartha, Halton Hills, St. Thomas, Stratford, Mitchell, Welland, Woodstock and fellow Essex County squads LaSalle and Woodslee. Like their bantam cohorts who played at the same facility over the same weekend, the peewee tournament was played in a double knockout format where teams were eliminated from further contention upon their second loss.
“We’d really like to thank the fans. It was amazing to see so much support from non-parents and non-family members. It was just incredible.”
— Kevin Gale
The peewee Lakers started their drive toward the finals with a 5-1 win over Welland despite trailing 1-0 after three innings. On Saturday, Leamington faced cross-county rival LaSalle and remained undefeated with a 4-1 score. Later that day, the Lakers suffered their first loss in a 2-0 decision against the defensively strong St. Thomas entry. An exceptionally busy Saturday continued with a rematch against LaSalle, with Leamington staying in contention by winning 7-3.
In Sunday’s semifinals, the Lakers delivered a 10-1 loss to Stratford before meeting St. Thomas a second time to finish the tournament. The championship match up was attended by an estimated crowd of 400 spectators.
“We’d really like to thank the fans,” said Gale. “It was amazing to see so much support from non-parents and non-family members. It was just incredible.”
While most peewee teams in the tournament were made up of major peewee age players, the Lakers were
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The 2017 Leamington peewee Lakers are, back row, left to right coaches Steve O’Neil, Russell Derbyshire, Jake Neufeld, middle row Jeff Thomas, Kanaan Gale, Andrew Sleiman, Lucas Ingratta, Riley Wiebe, Jesse Teichroeb, coach Kevin Gale. Front row: Jack Tiessen, Derek Neufeld, Nathan Krahn, Matt Thomas, Curtis Chorba, Jason Friesen and Sajan Brouwer. The Leamington peewees went on to become Ontario Baseball Association ‘B’ finalists, advancing to the final against St. Thomas in a 4-2 loss. The seasonending tournament was held at the Kinsmen Sports Field Friday, Sept. 1 to Sunday, Sept. 3. (SUN Photo)
BRYAN JESSOP
Jessop’s Journal
The season of new seasons
While I’m not exactly Facebook’s biggest advocate, I do visit the social media site frequently enough to notice how certain topics tend to resurface at certain points of the year.
No, I’m not talking about comments/arguments on Donald Trump’s actions as U.S. president. Nope, not referring to the solar eclipse, Windsor spending $3 million on Christmas lights, every man’s obsession with bacon or every woman’s obsession with wine. Nowadays, it’s posts about how much everyone is looking forward to fall. It’s all about the leaves changing colour, temperatures that are too cool to need the a/c yet too warm to fire up the furnace (my budget for energy bills DOES appreciate that one), Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc., etc.
To be honest, the only things that autumn brings us that I really appreciate are hockey and football. Yeah, there’s also Major League Baseball playoffs, but as a Tigers fan, that one’s a little difficult to get all fired up about. I certainly enjoy covering the Flyers and Sharks, as well as high school sports — at least when volleyball officials aren’t complaining about my camera’s less-than-powerful flash (it’s kind of odd — some refs could care less, others react as if I’m lobbing darts at the players). I’ve had a sneak peek at the new Leamington District Secondary School facilities, and it looks like the gym’s lighting is VASTLY superior to the illumination limitations at the old location. We’ll see come game time, but it certainly appears superior to the mediaeval dungeon torch lighting that the old location offered. No, I don’t get terribly excited about the thought of crawling under the blankets with a mug of hot chocolate to watch a movie (1977 gave us the original versions of Star Wars, Smoky and the Bandit and Slap Shot — each of the 40 years since has been a dismal cinematographic failure by comparison). I don’t care for pumpkin spice-flavoured ANYTHING, I’ll take a plain old hamburger over turkey any day of the year and I most certainly do not look forward to incessant Christmas Day countdowns on Facebook or seeing decorations for that particular holiday in every store by mid Sep-
tember.
In the NHL, there’s a certain degree of anticipation this year over the inaugural season for the expansion Las Vegas Knights. I’m sure they’ll be a success at the turnstiles for a couple years until the new car smell wears off — for a price tag of $500 million, they had better generate at least SOME interest.
The announcement that really caught my attention recently pertains to the offseason for 2018-19. Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment has worked out a naming rights deal for the Leafs’ home arena with Scotiabank, meaning that the ACC will no longer be the ACC as of Canada Day, 2018. The Leafs’ barn will come to be known as Scotiabank Arena as of that date and while large corporations paying big bucks to put their names on North American stadiums and arenas is nothing new, the dollar figure attached to this deal is bewildering. The new name will replace the Air Canada Centre moniker for a cool $800 million. The deal will be good for 20 years — in other words, 40 million loonies per year.
By comparison, Air Canada agreed to fork over $4 million per year to have their name on the same building since it opened in 1999. That’s right, Scotiabank will pay 10 times that yearly amount. It’s the largest arena/stadium naming rights deal in North American history. I can’t help but assume that MLSE is laughing all the way to… well, the bank. I honestly can’t remember what the exchange rate was when Bill Foley agreed to pay $500 million U.S. for the NHL’s latest expansion franchise, but by today’s ratio, he ponied up $395 million Canadian. Yes, Scotiabank paid more than TWICE that amount to put its name on the building of a team that it does not own.
I dunno, maybe it’s the location — Bay Street is Canada’s financial hub in much the same way New York City’s Wall Street is to the United States. I can’t imagine how the newfound exposure will generate a profit for Scotiabank that meets or exceeds what it paid for those naming rights. Then again, I’m not a business guru by any stretch, so the venture could easily pay off for all I know. It could very well be, umm… money in the bank.
As of yet, there’s no word on whether or not the arena will be nicknamed “The Vault” (similar to how the Canucks’ GM Place was sometimes dubbed “The Garage”). As reporters are powerless to resist the temptation of a good (or bad) pun, I suspect a Matthews wrister that deflects off a defenseman’s stick for a goal will be called a “bank shot.” Perhaps Fredrik Andersen’s saves percentage will be referred
Progs golf report
Forty-nine Erie Shores Proggers trudged through a very soggy Erie Shores Golf Course on August 29. Since carts were not allowed, those that played walked. All the teams were in negative territory with Team A nipping Team B -8 to -11. Winners include Dan McQueen, Richard Reive, Bob Dick, Gary Alderson, Matt Dick, Todd Hodgson, Wayne Oehlerking, Robert Hudders, Gene Bouliane, Bill Slater, Gord Anderson, Mike Herbert and Brian Plumb.
I happened to play with two of the three high golfers. Jim Sudds earned $20 for his +7. Claudio Sabelli and Richard Reive tied at +6, pocketing $12 each.
There were only 4 skins, each worth $20. Bob Dick captured 2 birdies, while Ken Steingart and Henry Hildebrandt got the other 2.
As I said, I golfed with Jim Sudds and Claudio Sabelli. Jim shot an amazing 34 on the first nine and ended up with a terrific 76. Claudio was not far behind with a 77. Claudio had a fire in his eye on Tuesday. He did his best to keep up with Jim, but the hot start from Jim was the difference maker.
Mike Herbert had the stinker score with a -11. He still ended up on the winning team. How does that happen?
The reliable Neil Sawatzky disappointed with a -8. In addition, his name was pulled for the proxy on his own team. Talk about crash and burn. We will all try and be better next week.
to as his “savings account.” Maybe each skater’s plus/minus will be called his “net profit” or “net deficit.” The headline for the day the Leafs are mathematically eliminated from playoff contention? “Insufficient funds.”
Okay, I’ll stop now.
Anyway, it’s quite the brow-raising deal. Three years ago, the Coyotes’ barn became Gila River Arena at a cost of $3 million per year (for nine years) to Gila River Casinos. Again, there’s an exchange rate to consider, but it still paints a pretty accurate picture of what exposure to the hockey community is worth in Canada versus the southern U.S. (the funny part of THAT deal is that the actual OWNER of the Coyotes’ arena — the City of Glendale — receives only $600,000 of that amount per year, offering further evidence on how much it enjoyed being hosed by the team).
I’m now left wondering if the Scotiabank deal will set a precedence on future arena naming rights, as the $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers in 2014 did on the sale of teams. Honestly, I’ll refer to my house as the name of any company that’ll pay me a FRACTION of $40 million per year AND put a sign with its logo on the roof and/or front yard. For example, instead of “see ya later everyone, I’m going home,” I’ll say “see ya later everyone, I’m going to Coca-Cola Residence.”
Just puttin’ it out there.
County Bridge results
Leamington Half Century Centre, Aug. 28: North/South - 1st Al Morrison and Agnes Fraser, 2nd Roger Cote and Jim Perkes, 3rd Joyce and Sandy Gammie. East/West - 1st Ross Mackintosh and Roy Trowell, 2nd Derek Parry and Mame Nicholson, 3rd Kay and Ken Pryke. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome.
Kingsville Bridge Club, Aug. 30: 1st Dave Derbyshire and Derek Parry, 2nd Marie Ellwood and Roger Cote, Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 3rd Ken Pryke and Sean Pryke, 4th Nancy Murphy and Joyce Bear. Bridge is played every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.
Peewees, bantams host OBAs
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an even balance between minor and major-aged members — an even six apiece.
Gale and fellow coach Steve O’Neil plan to coach the bantam rep Lakers next season while Jeff Thomas and Jake Neufeld will remain with the 2018 peewees.
Russell Derbyshire was also on the coaching staff of the 2017 group.
“Our peewees will be a very, very strong team again next year,” said Gale.
Throughout the 2017 campaign, the Leamington team won two of the four tournaments it entered.
This year’s Bantam ‘B’ tournament brought teams from Halton Hills, Georgina, Ancaster, Stratford, St. Thomas, Kawartha and Chatham to Leamington. The Lakers entered the tournament with a combined record of seven wins, 13 losses and two ties, including exhibition matches.
Like their peewee counterparts, the Leamington bantams started slowly with the bats, being shut out by the Ancaster defense in their first game until the sixth inning. The Diamondbacks scored a single run in the bottom of the first and held onto the 1-0 lead until the Lakers sent four base runners dashing across the plate for a three-run advantage.
Ancaster pulled to within a run in the bottom of the seventh, but couldn’t force extra innings with the bases loaded.
“That one was very stressful,” said bantam Lakers head coach Dave Neufeld, who is backed by assistant coaches Nick Neufeld and Ryan Wiper. “We had a hard time getting to their first pitcher. We played well, though. Our team’s play is contagious — once we got those first few hits and scored that first run, everyone knew we had a shot.”
Dave Neufeld credited consistent pitching by Eric Wright as a major factor in the Game 1 win.
“He was very efficient,” Neufeld noted. “He threw a lot of strikes.”
Leamington’s second game turned out to be the most lopsided of the weekend, as the Lakers cruised to a 26-1 win over Halton Hills. The competition got tougher from there however, as Saturday’s schedule ended with a 4-2 loss to then undefeated Kawartha. In a Sunday
Michael Wiebe takes a swing at a pitch during an Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament at Kinsmen Sports Field in Leamington against Ancaster Friday, Sept. 1. The Lakers trailed 1-0 until the sixth inning, where they collected four runs. Leamington held on for a 4-3 win. The bantam Lakers advanced to the semifinals on Sunday, Sept. 3, where they were defeated 9-1 by Stratford, which went on to win the ‘B’ championship.
Leamington bantam Lakers catcher Thomas Jennings takes a throw from the outfield in an attempt to prevent an Ancaster base runner from scoring the first run of an Ontario Baseball Association tournament game Friday, Sept. 1.
semifinal contest, Leamington was eliminated with a 9-1 loss to Stratford. The same Stratford team went on to claim the 2017 bantam B title with a 2-1 win against Kawartha.
The peewee and bantam OBA tournament was organized by a team of volunteers that included the 12 board members of the LDMBA as well as other in-
Leamington peewee Lakers base runner Curtis Chorba dives back to first base to avoid a pick off attempt against Welland during his team’s first game of the 2017 Ontario Baseball Association championships Friday, Sept. 1 at Kinsmen Sports Field. Welland took a 1-0 lead in the top of the third inning, but Leamington bats came to life afterwards for a 5-1 victory. The Lakers advanced to the final Sunday, Sept. 3, where they lost in a hardfought 4-2 decision against St. Thomas.
dividuals thanked on the association’s Facebook page including Terry Misner, Dan Domingues, Kevin Derbyshire, ground crews and municipal workers as well as the Knights of Columbus. Gale explained that behind the scenes efforts did not go unnoticed by guest teams.
“They really loved our facilities,” he noted. “Everyone was really happy.”
ALABAMA SOUTHERN DRAWL TOUR Saturday, September 16
THE TONY® AWARD-WINNING BROADWAY MUSICAL MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET MUSIC BY ELVIS PRESLEY, JERRY LEE LEWIS, CARL PERKINS & JOHNNY CASH Friday, September 29 9pm Saturday, September 30
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STEELY DAN Friday, October 20
GEORGE LOPEZ #THATSTRUE COMEDY TOUR Saturday, October 21
DALLAS SMITH
SIDE EFFECTS TOUR 2017 WITH SPECIAL GUEST LAUREN ALAINA Thursday, October 26
available at the Box Office, CaesarsWindsor.com, ticketmaster.ca or charge by phone 1-888-345-5885.
Thursday night men’s golf
While strong, gusty winds played havoc with the individual golf scores Aug. 31 in the Leamington Canadian Tire Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club, the two top teams both roped in a week’s high of 25 points to move farther ahead of the other four squads.
Still remaining 4 points ahead of the Duffers and Bluffers who now have 237 points, the Bush Wackers are on top of the heap with 241. And, despite only getting 12 points, the Sons of Pitches remain in third spot with 220 points and 10 ahead of team Primo who had the worst performance of the night, picking up only 9 points for a grand total of 210.
The Killer Tomatoes also had a strong showing with 21 points to move into a fifth place tie with The Weapons of Grass Destruction who only managed to get 11. Both teams are tied for last place with 194 points.
The severity of wind conditions and lush rough was very apparent in the individual play gross scores where, for only the second time this season, none of Erie Shores’ finest players managed to break par. Finishing low with an even par round of 35 was Tim Tiessen, while Kyle Humphreys and Ward Hutchins were second best with one over par scores of 37. Neil Sawatzky and Greg Dunmore finished another shot back with two over par 38s.
In the low net category, John Balkwill and Duane Vlodarchyk tied for low with 4 under par net scores of 32. Will Peters, Tim Tiessen, Dustin Vermast, Greg Dunmore and Peter Neufeld all tied for second best with their 3 under par net rounds of 33.
Despite the tough playing conditions, it was one of the biggest nights for skins this season with 12 being won. Kyle Humphreys and Claudio Sabelli led the way as each picked up a pair, while singles went out to Dave Owens, Neil Sawatzky, Richard Lowes, Steve O’Hara,
Mike Herbert, Greg Dunmore, Armand Mucci and Dan D’Alimonte.
No change in the skins money standings as Ward Hutchins is still on top with $64.58, while Neil Debacker and Matt Iacobelli are tied for second with $43.75. Brian Humphreys, Matt Quiring and Mike MacKinnon are tied in fourth place with $33.33. Duane Vlodarchyk is in seventh spot with $30 and Ralph Warkentin is next at $29.16.
To keep up on all of the league’s results and see who the team matches feature, simply go to the Erie Shores website at www.erieshoresgolf.com and click on the “Canadian Tire Men’s League Official Page”, hit “Statistics” and drop down to “2017”.
New Baby?
ANNOUNCEMENT GORDON L. LIDDLE
February 15, 1923July 10, 2017.
An internment of the cremated remains of Gordon L. Liddle will take place at the Erie Cemetery in Romney Township on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Noon.
Members of the Wheatley Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will attend.
Card of Thanks
The family of Leonard Pulley would like to thank everyone for the love and support shown to us during the loss of our dear father. Your thoughtfulness, whether shown by flowers, delicious food, donations, cards & kind words expressing your condolences, was much appreciated. Thank you to your loving grandsons, Kirt, Vald, Jeff, Ian, Jarrod and Jonah for being Grandpa’s pallbearers, and to Reid Funeral Home for all your help and kindness. A special thank you to Reverend Larry Brush and Reverend Jack Glover for your comforting words. Dad was a loving, caring, hard-working and thoughtful person who we will miss deeply and who will live in the hearts of all sharing their sorrow at such a difficult time.
WRAY WILLIAMS
The family of Wray Williams would like to sincerely thank all the wonderful family members, friends, neighbours and acquaintances who showed their sympathy and support through floral tributes, memorial donations, food, cards, phone calls and visits - some travelling long distances - and all are cherished. Wray would have been so proud and thankful. Thank
and the entire staff of Reid Funeral Home for your compassionate care and your attention to detail.
Thank you to St. Michael’s Parish and Father Dan Santos for the beautiful Mass of Resurrection to take Wray to his final resting place with God. Thank you to St. Michael’s funeral choir.
Thank you to all for taking part in saying goodbye to a simple man who touched so many lives.
Talbot Trail seniors enjoy scramble
By Bob McLean
The Guardian Drugs senior scramble day was held on August 29 at Talbot Trail. The top three winning teams received Guardian Drugs certificates.
The closest to the pin winner on #7 was ‘Moose’ Omstead. Jerry’s excellent shot was about 12 feet from the pin. His T5G1 group consisted of the following players: Bob Scott,
Bob Hatt, Gord Chadwick, Jamie Arquette and himself. Mac Hyatt’s extraordinary shot to within six inches of the cup easily won closest to the pin on #9. His playing partners from T1G4 were Joe Vertel, Steve Longeway, Jerry Paine and Pete Daudlin. This same hot team also won the long putt on #2 when Jerry Paine dropped his 25 footer. Every player on T5G1 received a $10 TT gift card. Also, all players on T1G4 earned a $20 TT gift card. Moose, Mac and Jerry each received a sleeve of balls for their individual effort. The winning scramble team was T5G3: Al Zanuttini, Andy Orsini, Tom Sasso, Richard Humber and Mike Getty. This group orchestrated a masterful six under 30. Two teams tied for second place with fantastic 31s, but a putt-off organized by Wiz settled second and third place positions.
T3G2- Walter Balsam, Al Matthews, Bob Lee, Jim Pearson and Rick Epplett won the putt off. Third place went to T8G1-Kevin Jordan, Hal Wigle, Ed Woelk, John Liddell and Rick Thompson. The top three teams were presented with Guardian Drug gift cards by Neil Adamson.
Fourth place was earned by T6G1 – Dave Dent, Don Willan, John Popelas, Fred Sleiman and Bobo –as they fired a fantastic 32. Don Willan’s amazing shot went in the cup from about 100 yards on #2 to give the team an eagle. Two sleeves of balls were given to each player. T1G2 tied T1G4 with impressive 33s, but another putt-off was held. T1G2 participants who won fifth spot were Mike Wright, Dave La Bonte, Ron Hillier, Larry Schmidt and David Alexander. Sixth spot was captured by T1G4. The most honest team, who fired a 37, was T3G1: Scratchy, Ray la Pierre, Bummy, Gary Benninger and Murray Cascadden. Golf ball prizes were presented to the fourth, fifth, sixth and most honest teams. Those not winning earlier received one new ball for their effort.
The draw winners were: Patch $30; Al Zanuttini $25; Gerry Becigneul $20 and Martin Girash $15.
Members extend special thanks to: Tom Dunn, barbecue chef extraordinaire, for his superb volunteer work; the friendly, hardworking staff: Lorna, Brit-
Southpoint Men’s Softball League Playoffs 2017
Schedule for Sept 7: D1 Dawgz vs Buds; D2 Grinders vs Car Barn; D3 JTF vs Sluggers vs Dirty Farmers.
*Note: Buds and Car Barn set up bases. Dawgz and Grinders are home team for games 1 and 3 of finals.
tany, Jessica E., Jessica P. and Libby; Steve Marshall, the golf course manager for helping to make the league and scramble days so successful; Derek Brown and his staff consisting of Robert, Lloyd, Phil and Scott for doing a great job on the course despite the challenging weather conditions; and George for keeping the carts functioning well.
The Doc McLean Senior Invitational (50 and over) will take place on Wednesday, September 13. This year the league will be honouring L.R. Omstead, one of the original founders of the golf course. There are still a few spots open to this player friendly tournament so
The winning scramble team fired a 30 in senior men’s league play. From left to right are Andy Orsini, Richard Humber, Neil Adamson (representing Guardian Drugs) and Al Zanuttini. Absent from photo: Tom Sasso and Mike Getty. (Submitted photo)
Adult soccer league wraps up season
Team Blue goaltender Daniel Tonietto grabs a water bottle after the third period buzzer sounds to end the third period of the Wheatley Omstead Sharks’ annual Blue/White Game, held Thursday, Aug. 31 at Unico Arena. Tonietto will likely serve as the starting goaltender with the Sharks for 2017-18.
Sharks preparing for 2017-’18
By Bryan Jessop
The Wheatley Omstead Sharks’ selection process of filling the upcoming season’s roster has been a slow one to ensure that its on-ice product is a quick one.
The Sharks’ summer camp began Monday, Aug. 21 with about 45 players battling for rookie positions on the 2017-’18 line up and by the time the team’s annual Blue/White Game took place 10 days later, the list of candidates dwindled only by about half a dozen. A more steady flow of releases were made once the team took to the freshly-installed ice at Wheatley Area Arena Tuesday, Sept. 5, but not before the somewhat altered coaching staff had time to carefully deliberate its options.
“We’ve had too many good players to just cut everyone loose early on,” explained head coach Dave Wiper. “I don’t like to do that. I want to give everybody a good look — we’ve got a really good pool of talent to look at this summer.”
The Sharks put a mix of returning veterans and rookie hopefuls on the ice for this year’s Blue/White Game, played Thursday, Aug. 31 at
Unico Arena in Leamington. Backed by returning netminder and overager Daniel Tonietto, Team Blue came out on top in a 5-4 decision after 60 minutes of fast-paced, back-and-forth hockey that preceded the team’s first pre-season match by 24 hours.
Going into the Friday, Sept. 1 exhibition tilt in Lakeshore against the Canadiens, Wheatley had two forward, two defensive and one goaltending position to fill for the upcoming campaign’s roster. Shark veterans who will not be returning for 2017-18 include forward Alixe Saliba, who signed early in the offseason to the Junior B Chatham Maroons. Defensemen Evan Mastronardi and Matt Taylor, forward Eric Prudence and goalie Eric Morneau will not be returning because of school commitments while Mitchell Prudence finished his overager year with the Sharks in 2016-17.
Thus far, the newest Sharks signed to cards include forwards Matt Carvalho of Leamington, Steven MacDonald of Kingsville, Nick Tetreault of Tilbury and Drew Denomey of Lakeshore. Last season, Tetreault spent 14 games with the Wallaceburg Lakers. Wheatley intended to sign 1999-born Brad Vincent, who was later offered a position with the Junior B LaSalle Vipers. The newcomers will be joined by a group of 13 veterans that include 2016-’17 team points leader Delaney MacDonald, Cole Butler, Justin Pinsonneault, Jake and Cam Pickersgill, Antonio Ciampa and others.
“We’ll be a fun team to watch,” said Wiper. It’s going to be an exciting year. We’re really happy with this crop of kids.”
Behind the bench, Wiper will again be joined by assistant coach Josh Carnevale and goaltending coach Marc Tremblay. Wheatley resident and University of Windsor graduate Tim Oliphant will be joining the team as assistant coach as will Ken Shine, who led the Blenheim Blades last season as head coach.
Results from the first of three Sharks exhibition games — played Friday, Sept. 1 in Lakeshore — were unavailable by the advanced holiday press deadline. On Thursday, Sept.
7, Wheatley will visit the Blades for a 7:45 p.m. start. The exhibition schedule will end Monday, Sept. 11 with a 7 p.m. contest at Wheatley Area Arena, also against Blenheim. The regular season will kick off Friday, Sept. 15 in Lakeshore with the Sharks’ home opener slotted for Monday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. versus the Blades.
Cole Butler of Team White and Lucas Poisson of Team Blue look to the blue line as the puck bounces off the boards Butler will return as a veteran with the Sharks for the 2017-18 season.
Delaney MacDonald of Team White eludes Steven MacDonald — no relation — of Team Blue as he maneuvers with the puck late in the third period of the Blue/White Game.
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Via Verde Hydroponics Ltd. is
looking for:
GREENHOUSE WORKERS
• Job duties include plant crop, harvest crop, crop maintenance, greenhouse cleanup, other farm duties as assigned, clean work area, check product for quality assurance, transplant crops, vegetable propagation, sort, pack and stack produce.
• Job requires standing, bending, kneeling for long periods of time, repetitive tasks, working under hot, humid conditions in greenhouse.
• Salary: $11.60 per hour, minimum 45 hours/week including weekends and holidays. Permanent full time job.
Email resume to: hr@sunritegreenhouses.com Fax: 519-733-5290
1102 Mersea Road 5, Leamington, ON. N8H 3V6
PROCESSING PLANT
MONDAY TO SUNDAY, 40+ HOURS PER WEEK WAGE $11.43 /HOUR 100+ VACANCIES
JOB DUTIES INCLUDE CLEANING AND SANITIZING PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING AREAS, BETWEEN APPROXIMATELY AUGUST 19/17 AND OCTOBER 15/17.
SEND RESUME
By Mail: Sun-Brite Foods Inc. Human Resource Dept. P. O. Box 70, Ruthven, ON N0P 2G0
By Fax: 519-326-1714
By Email: hr@sun-brite.com
SUNRITE GREENHOUSES LTD.
is looking to hire for the following position:
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER
Job Responsibilities
• Part time - Full time basis
• Transport migrant farm workers from home to work, to bank and to and from appointments
• Pickup and drop off migrant workers at locations in Leamington or in Essex County to board buses
• Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
• B License, Driver’s Abstract (clean driving records)
• Reliable, organized, flexible
• Handle weight up to 30 lbs
• Able to communicate in English
• Completion of High School
• Permanent Position requiring early mornings, evenings, and weekend availability
Salary:
• Experience an asset
• $17.00 to $20.00 per hour
Interested applicants forward resume to: (E) kent @delfrescoproduce.com (F) 519-733-5290
GREENHOUSE FARM LABOURERWANTED - Wages
$11.43/hour. Minimum 48 hours, Monday - Saturday. Must be able to maintain attendance, vital for harvesting. Repetitive tasks, handling heavy crates - 40 lbs., working in hot conditions. No experience and no education required. Send resume to: Ingratta Farms, 341 Morse Road, Leamington, ON N8H 3V5 or fax 519-326-1082. jl26-oc11
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
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(627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)
DEL FRESCO PRODUCE
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Job Responsibilities
• Drop off and pickup produce from various locations, warehouses in the area
• Must be able to operate forklifts, pallet jacks
• Load and unload produce
Qualifications:
• DZ License, CVOR, Driver’s Abstract valid driver’s license with clean record
• Completion of high school
• Organized, flexible, good oral/written skills, must be able to work independantly or as part of a team
• Driver will perform pre-trip, enroute and post trip inspections, bill of ladings, handling weights of up to 50 lbs required
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Experience an asset.
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• Compensation is $12.00/hr
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Job Duties:
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Salary: $11.60/ hour, minimum 40 hours/week including weekends Forward resume to: (E) hr@sunritegreenhouses.com (F) 519-733-5290 381 Seacliff Drive, Leamington, ON N8H 3T9
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CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF KINGSVILLE
PUBLIC NOTICE OF PESTICIDE USE
The Town of Kingsville intends to control Noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides:
ROAD FROM TO
Road 2 County Road 23 County Road 45
Road 3 County Road 23 County Road 31
Road 5 County Road 23 County Road 31
Road 6 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 7 North Talbot RoadCounty Road 31 Road 8 County Road 23 County Road 31 Road 9 County Road 23 Highway #3 Road 10 North Talbot RoadCounty Road 31 Road 11 North Talbot RoadCounty Road 31
Marsh Road County Road 27 County Road 34 North Talbot RoadCounty Road 8 Road 7
McCain Sideroad Hemlock Street County Road 27
South Talbot RoadMalden Road County Road 18
Malden Road County Road 23 County Road 34
Cameron SideroadHighway #3 County Road 8
Olinda Sideroad County Road 34 Road 7
Graham SideroadSeacliff Drive County Road 8
Inman Sideroad Highway #3 Road 6
Upcott Sideroad South Talbot RoadCounty Road 34
Using a combination of the following pesticide and Adjuvant: Clearview Herbicide Reg. #29752, containing the active ingredients Aminopyralid (present as potassium salt) and Metsulfuron-Methyl, Hasten NT Spray Adjuvant, which contains active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (esterified vegetable oil). PCP Registration Number 28277 under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
Commencing on June 12, 2017 weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2017.
For further information contact: Green Stream Lawn & Vegetation Management Inc. 3350 Fairview St, Suite 3-135 Burlington, ON L7N 3L5 905-510-1229 info@green-stream.ca www.kingsville.ca
GENERAL GREENHOUSE LABOUR - Full time and full time part time positions available. 40-48 hours per week, weekends/holidays. Physically demanding work, load lifting required, hot humid environment. Minimum wage to start. Apply by fax: 519-326-6702 or email: hriprfms@gmail.com. au23-oc25
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FARMS FOR SALE BY TENDER
Parcel 1 -PT S1/2 LT 2, CON 10, LEAMINGTON (PIN 75085-0070) 50 ACRES more or less;
Parcel 2 -PT LT 13, CON 7, LEAMINGTON (PIN 75091-0227) 73.649 ACRES more or less;
Parcel 3 -PT W ½ LT 11, CON 8, LEAMINGTON (PIN 75087-0106) 46.722 ACRES more or less;
Parcel 4 -LT 35-49 PL 363; PT LT 6, CON 11, LEAMINGTON (PIN 75085-0055) 144 ACRES more or less.
SEALED TENDERS TO PURCHASE a parcel will be received by SAWATZKYBALZER LAW FIRM, 5 Russell St., Leamington, ON N8H 1T7 until 4:30 pm EDT October 5, 2017.
TERMS OF TENDER ARE AS FOLLOWS:
1. There shall be one sealed tender for each parcel, which shall be for the entirety of each parcel. No single tender shall include more than one parcel. 2. Each tender shall be in writing and in a sealed envelope, plainly marked “MAGDALENA FARMS TENDER”, indicating the parcel related to the Tender and shall be submitted with a certified cheque payable to SAWATZKYBALZER, IN TRUST, in an amount equal to 5 % of the Tender price. 3. If the Tender is accepted, the certified cheque shall become a non-refundable deposit and the successful Tenderer shall be required to complete an Agreement covering the usual conditions of sale. If the Tenderer fails to complete the purchase of the property, the Vendor shall retain the deposit as liquidated damages. On October 6, 2017, unsuccessful Tenderers will have their certified cheques returned to them by regular mail. 4. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid by certified cheque or bank draft on January 2, 2018 (the Closing Date). 5. Vacant possession will be provided on the Closing Date. 6. Purchaser will pay the 2018 taxes; Vendor will pay the property taxes to December 31, 2017 which will be the adjustment date. 7. The Purchaser will pay the applicable Goods and Services Tax or provide an acceptable undertaking to self-assess. 8. Time is to be of the essence in submission of Tender and closing of sale. 9. Highest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. 10. The Purchasers rely entirely on their own knowledge and inspection of the property independent of any representations made by or on behalf of the owners. 11. Purchasers will accept title subject to any outstanding encumbrances registered at the time of Tender and will rely entirely on their own investigation of title prior to submitting Tender.
For further particulars and inspection contact Suzanne Balzer, SawatzkyBalzer, 5 Russell St. Leamington, ON N8H 1T7, phone 519-322-2341.
Public Notice of Pesticide Use
The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on municipal rural roads and urban curbs within the Municipality of Leamington.
The Municipality will be treating rural roadside ditches using Weedaway Dichlorporp-DX Herbicide containing the active ingredients Dichlorprop-P 210 g/L (present as 2 –ethylhexyl ester) and 2,4-D 400 g/l (present as 2 –ethylhexyl ester) { Registration #30111} registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA).
The Municipality will be treating urban curbs using ECOCLEAR Fast Acting Weed and Grass Killer which contains acetic acid 25% w/v 250 g/l (Registration # 25528) registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA).
Commencing on June 14, 2017, weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2017.
For further information please contact: Ken Brown, P. Eng Manager of Public Works 111 Erie St North Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9 519-326-5761
Collect calls will be accepted.
Volleyball player competes in Taiwan
By Pat Bailey
Cameron Branch’s volleyball career soared to new heights in August.
The 22-year-old right side hitter spent a couple of weeks representing Canada at the 29th Summer Universiade Games in Taipei City, Taiwan.
At 6’5”, Cameron, whose hometown is Kingsville, has received accolades throughout his university career, being named an MVP twice, Male Athlete of the Year, OUA All-Star, and a three-time Academic All Canadian while playing for Nipissing University.
And it was this success on the court that led Cameron on his journey, wearing the red and white and representing his country internationally.
The games, held every two years, presented the young star athlete with the perfect stage to wear the maple leaf.
He said he submitted an application to be a member of the team and was called up to the plate. After a week of training in Gatineau, Quebec, they headed to Taiwan Aug. 12. Unfortunately for Cameron, he suffered an ankle injury that knocked him out of competition for about a week, but during that week he said he worked diligently with his athletic therapist unwilling to miss out on this amazing opportunity.
“With hard work and perseverance,” said Cameron, “I came back stronger than ever and was able to start four out of eight matches.”
The team, he said, finished with a respectable showing — 11th out of 22 teams.
While the outcome wasn’t exactly what he hoped for, the experience was ‘golden’.
“The feeling of representing my country was something that I have strived to achieve since I was young athlete,” said Cameron. “It was an overwhelming feeling to be wearing the Canadian flag while playing against teams from around the world.”
“While wearing the Team Canada uniform,” said Cameron, “you aren’t just representing your country — you’re representing your family, your school and your town as well.”
The experience on the court was amazing, but so was the opportunity to explore the city and get to know a little about the city and its people.
“Coming from a small town and never having traveled outside of North America, I didn’t know what to expect,” said Cameron. “All I can say is that Taiwanese people went out of their way to make sure we felt welcome and enjoyed our stay.”
Cameron was not always a volleyball player though. In fact, volleyball was at the bottom of his list during his athletic career as a youngster. Instead, he focused on baseball, basketball and track and field.
It wasn’t until he was in Grade 12 at Essex District High School that he fell in love with the sport. He narrowed his focus and became a standout on the court. Advancing to OFSAA in his final two years of high school, Cameron said it was there that scouts from Nipissing began knocking on his door.
He said Nipissing coach Eric Yung called him on several occasions, offering him a school visit and an academic and athletic scholarship. So Cameron made the seven-hour trek to North Bay to check out the school.
“I knew right away, the minute I stepped out of the car and took a deep breath,” said Cameron, “that North Bay would be my home for the next five years while studying Physical and Health Education.”
Cameron recently graduated with a bachelor degree but will return to North Bay to begin work on his Master of Science in Kinesiology this fall, while playing his fifth and final year for the Lakers.
The time, he said, has gone by in the blink of an eye.
As a veteran of the team, and with his recent international experience, Cameron plans on sharing his experience and taking on a new role with his team.
“I’m eager to take on this new role,” said Cameron, “and look forward to bringing back the knowledge I gained from personal experience to my teammates.”
“My personal goal for this upcoming season is to push myself, along with my teammates, to hold ourselves accountable to be best we can be — in the classroom, in the weight room, and most importantly, on the court,” said Cameron.
He said his goal in his final year of OUA volleyball is nothing less than a national championship. His goals are lofty, but Cameron believes it can be accomplished. But, he said, none of his success would be possible without his amazing support group — family, friends and coaches.
He said his diehard fans — parents Bethany and Steve, grandparents Eva and Brad Lewis, and great-grandma Theresa Mayer — have always been there for him, whether chauffeuring around, cheering from the stands or watching livestreams. Cameron knows they are partially responsible for the level of success he has achieved.
His coaches, too, have played a key role in his success — sharpening his skills while motivating him to be the best player/person he can be.
Cameron Branch (second from right) with volleyball coaches the 29th Summer Universiade Games in Taipei City, Taiwan.
Cameron Branch (left) with Nipissing and Team Canada teammate Steven Wood show their patriotism while in Taipei.
