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C-K cops hold anti-scam seminar for local seniors

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

“Assume that it’s a scam.”

That’s the advice Chatham-Kent police have for seniors when it comes to the ways fraudsters are trying to rip them off for their money.

As part of community outreach, CKPS put on an anti-fraud workshop at the Chatham Retirement Resort.

Led by Special Constables Brenda Koldyk and Jessie Brooks, the session was chock full of tips to keep seniors from becoming victims.

Top suggestions, said Koldyk, include never giving out your phone number or personal information over the phone for any reason, and running potential fraud situations by a family member or caregiver, particularly if the scammers say “it’s urgent.”

In her talk, the officer outlined a host of fraud scenarios, including the infamous grandparent scam, where a so-called grandchild calls up and asks for money to bail them out of jail.

“Don’t send any money for bail,” Koldyk stressed, not-

ing the emergency call is almost certain to be fake.

“Your money is your money,” Koldyk explained, adding no one else has a right to it.

The recent talk was timely as fraud against seniors is reaching epic proportions.

That’s why police across Ontario are using June – the province’s seniors’ month – to promote the “Working for Seniors” theme by raising awareness about scams targeting the older population.

It’s a growing problem.

In 2022, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received reports totalling a staggering $531 million in victim losses.

Of that, $138 million (26 per cent) was reported by victimized seniors – a slice of the population that loses 33 per cent more than any other demographic.

It’s likely a much larger problem, as the CFAC estimates only between five and 10 per cent of scammed seniors actually report the crime.

Seniors who do fall prey to fraud are encouraged to report the incident to police, plus tell a trusted family member or friend.

“Don’t be shy about making a report or about making a mistake,” said Special Const.

Brooks. “Ask someone to help you.”

According to the CFAC, the top frauds affecting seniors include investment fraud, $79.1 million (36.5 million in Ontario); romance fraud, $19.5 million ($8.8-million lost by Ontario seniors); service scams, $8.5-million lost (Ontario seniors’ portion, some $6 million) and $7.7-million in extortion fraud (Ontario seniors lost $542,000). Canadians lost $7.1-million in the infamous e m e rg e n c y - g r a n d p a re n t scam, in which Ontario seniors accounted for more than half of the loss, being ripped off for $4.3 million.

If fraud is suspected, police encourage the public to visit the CAFC website at the antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca.

If you fall victim to a fraudulent scheme or know someone who has, contact local police and report the crime.

Victims should also call the CAFC at 1-888-495-8501 or report online on the Fraud Reporting System, even if a financial loss didn’t occur.

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Deb Crawford has been named the chair of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance board.

The move took place June 22 at the board’s annual meeting.

Crawford takes on the role after Alan Wildeman completed his two-year term. She joined the board in January of 2022.

“I am honoured to have been selected as the next board chair for CKHA and look forward to working with the board and administration to support the delivery of high-quality local health care,” Crawford said in a media release. “I also want to take this opportunity to thank Alan Wildeman for his leadership and dedication to serving as CKHA’s board chair these past two years.”

Crawford was born and raised in Toronto and moved to Chatham-Kent in 2001. She retired as director of education for the St. Clair Catholic District School Board in 2021 after serving as a teacher, vice principal, principal, superintendent, and director of the board.

During the annual meeting, the board of directors also welcomed Russ Weir as a new volunteer board member.

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Chatham-Kent Police Service Special Const. Brenda Koldyk hands out a keychain to Pat King and his wife Sylvia at an anti-fraud workshop for seniors held at the Chatham Retirement Resort recently.

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Cowgirls set to perform July 2 The Chatham Voice

Chatham-Kent’s own Canadian Cowgirls are gearing up for a special July 2 performance on their home turf.

The Cowgirls will ride

in a two-hour Patriotic Show at TJ Stables at 2 p.m., flying Canada’s colours and celebrating all things Canadian.

Terry Jenkins, captain of the Canadian Cowgirls, said the squad wanted

to perform in front of a home crowd over the Canada Day weekend.

“The team wanted to bring a sense of patriotism to our own community this Canada Day Weekend. Guests can

expect fast horses, flags flying, inspirational tributes, and fan favourites games on horseback,” she said in a media release.

“Those people who have seen our show tell us it brings up the emotions,

as their charity of choice and devote many volunteer hours to give a leg up to riders with special needs.

Tickets for the July 2 show are $10, while children 5 and under free.

They may be purchased at TJ Stables, Express Copies and from your favorite Canadian Cowgirl or at the gate.

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ling 9,240 people out of 103,998 in 2021.

India, Mexico and Syria are now the top three countries that newcomers hail from, Ansell said, noting the immigrant demographic looks very different than it did in the 1950 and ’60s when immigrants were mainly European.

Ansell said there’s been significant growth in “racialized communities,” noting 2,300 residents fall into that category.

Ansell said the municipality will continue its efforts to recruit immigrant people to Chatham-Kent, focusing on showcasing stories online of the people who have chosen C-K as their new home, through social media channels and the Living C-K website.

The municipality will continue its work of promoting inclusion and diversity, she said, noting there are more than 20 identified cultural communities in Chatham-Kent.

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and often tears at the pageantry and the feeling of pride for our country.”

The Canadian Cowgirls are an elite rodeo-style precision riding team.

The team has performed at the Calgary Stampede, ridden in the Tournament of Roses Parade in California, in the Kentucky Derby Pegasus Parade and the Indy 500 Parade.

The Canadian Cowgirls have designated the Acceptional Riders Therapeutic Riding program

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Chatham-Kent’s efforts to attract new Canadians are working, according to a new report.

Based on data from the 2016 and 2021 census, the municipality led the way in Southwestern Ontario attracting a higher percentage of immigrants than either Windsor or neighbouring Sarnia-Lambton.

In a recent presentation to council, director of community culture and connections Audrey Ansell said 845 immigrants came to Chatham-Kent in the five-year span – a 44 per cent rise over the decline experienced in the five-year period before 2016.

“Immigration really has been a driver of growth in our community,” Ansell told council, adding new Canadians have deepened C-K’s diversity and community culture.

Immigrants make up 9.1 per cent of the local population, she added, total-

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C-K returnees lead women’s conference

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

A pair of Blenheim-area women who became best friends when they rode the bus together in high school are the inspiration behind Chatham-Kent’s inaugural SheLeads conference.

The volunteer-driven full-day women’s event, to be held July 8 at the Chatham Capitol Theatre, will feature keynote speakers, panels and 24 breakout workshops led by local female leaders and entrepreneurs.

Some of the topics to be covered include equity, diversity and inclusion; imposter syndrome; and overcoming burnout.

Founders Randi Bokor Caron and Dr. Erin TeWinkel ND, who both returned in recent years to Chatham-Kent after careers in the GTA, have each been empowered by attending events for women in the big city.

They want to bring that experience to the women of Chatham-Kent.

“My roots were always in C-K,” said Bokor Caron, who runs a family-owned automotive parts business. “I knew I was going to end up back here.”

TeWinkel also stayed

close to her origins in South Kent, returning often before coming back to be near family and friends for good in 2020.

Even when they moved away, the synchronous bond between the two remained strong. In Toronto, Bokor Caron and TeWinkel found themselves randomly working within one block of each other. The friendship continued and each served as bridesmaids in the other’s weddings.

Both founders decided they wanted to be catalysts for change and conceived of the idea of starting the SheLeads conference after having “many conversations” with remarkable women throughout the community.

“I decided I was not going to be a passive member of the community,” Bokor Caron added. “I was going to be an active member of the community.”

TeWinkel, a naturopathic doctor, concurs with her friend.

“Since moving back to C-K in 2020, we realized how many amazing women are in this community, and we knew if we could bring these women together, we could really move mountains,” she added.

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Opinion Stand up to those scammers It seems scammers lurk around every corner, every fourth or fifth phone call, and every other e-mail.

They keep coming. Because every once in a while, they win.

Often, our seniors are the victims.

High-pressure tactics urge potential victims to act immediately, and can lead to the loss of hundreds, or thousands of dollars.

The Chatham-Kent police recently held an anti-scam seminar for seniors at the Chatham Retirement Resort.

Special constables advised those present to “assume it’s a scam” when they receive unexpected calls demanding money.

A scary scam is when a senior is told a grandchild is in jail and needs cash immediately for bail. It tugs one’s heartstrings.

But it is a scam. If you get such a call, do not agree, and call police immediately.

Skepticism is a weapon. Use it.

Even at this newspaper, a place where we’d like to think we have very skeptical eyes, people try to scam us.

From bogus e-mails claiming an individual tried to pay us on our website (something we do not as of yet offer), to phone calls that our social security number or VISA account has been compromised, or the Canada Revenue Agency is about to sic the RCMP on us, we see and hear them almost daily.

Need we even mention attempts to get us to click on e-mails that could put corrupt files on our computers?

If you despise scammers as much as we do –and we hope you do – but want a laugh, we urge you to take the time to visit YouTuber Mark Rober’s content online. The former NASA scientist and Apple computer engineer has doled out payback to porch pirates, for example, but also delivered chaos to overseas scam centres, who prey on people around the globe, including here in Canada, to steal your money.

More importantly, he shone a very bright global light on these operations, resulting in several being shut down, with arrests made.

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Reader enjoyed time at Rims and Ribs Editor: This year’s Rims and Ribs event was a huge success.

I attended Friday afternoon and finally left at 11 p.m. with a large container of ribs. The ribs were good; this event was well organized and I say “thank you” to many people.

The Chatham-Kent police and event security kept everyone safe and under control.

The band performing Friday evening was enjoyed by all, as I observed the many people

of all ages dancing and singing with them. It seems to me that the people of Chatham have a lot of wind, as I saw people dancing non-stop for a good 40 minutes.

Saturday, I toured down King Street. Awesome cars packed the street.

Again, I was impressed – mainly by the cars – but also by the organization of this event.

The Sons of Kent Brewing Co. had a lot of input into this event,

and claimed they had the best suds around. But not so, according to Frank Thompson of Bayside Brewing

Co. It was great to see a very successful event in Chatham.

Last but not least is a thank you to the amazing crowds. The good people who attended the events were a big part of the success story.

Randy Shepherd Chatham

Property could use improvements Editor: To the owner of a defunct business on Park Avenue West down from Sobeys, in reading an article recently about Mr. Gold and his successful business many years ago, and helping the city of

Chatham prosper, I felt I should write and ask his survivors to clean up their property.

Tear down the tin fencing and broken cement. Put up decorative

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I was born and raised and married in Chatham.

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Work moving forward on walking bridge

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

After nearly two years of being out of commission, the wheels are turning to get Wallaceburg’s L.O. Stonehouse Memorial Walking Bridge back in operation.

Spanning the Sydenham River in the town’s core, the bridge provides a handy link for residents crossing the river, par-

ticularly for those in the southside needing to access services.

A report from Chatham-Kent engineering manager Brendan Falkner, was expected to come before Chatham-Kent council June 26, recommending the municipality approve a $2.3-million contract with Hamilton-based Dayson Industrial Services.

In an interview with The Voice, Falkner said

he understands it’s been a lengthy inconvenience for residents, but several assessments and studies of the bridge had to be undertaken, including a municipal-class environmental assessment.

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Wallaceburg’s L.O. Stonehouse Memorial Walking Bridge remains closed to the public. But that could change, as the issue was due to come back to council.

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The board of directors of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation (CKHAF) announced it has

completed its search for a new president and CEO. Effective June 27, Christine Colautti will take over from Mary Lou Crowley, who is leaving the foun-

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Future’ Wallaceburg Site and supporting teams that Redevelopment project, have raised millions. which will require an During her tenure at $8.9-million comESHF, Christine munity investexceeded revenue ment. Christine expectations, elwill lead our team evated the brand in successfulof the foundation ly reaching this to new levels in goal.” the community, Colautti joins and established a CKHAF from Erie new operational Shores Health framework that Foundation diversified pro(ESHF), where Christine Colautti gramming and she has served as safeguarded the CEO since 2018. foundation against the Working in health care challenges presented by for more than 23 years and the pandemic, according the philanthropic sector to the CKHAF media refor 17 years, she has held lease. leadership roles in hospiColautti has an MBA tal foundations, leading from the University of

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Dirt flew at the official launch of the Chatham to Lakeshore Hydro One transmission line recently, carrying the promise that adequate power will flow to the region for generations to come.

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Local dignitaries and energy leaders turned out in full force recently at the official launch of the Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line. Turning the dirt are, from left, Bkejwanong Territory Chief Dan Miskokomon, Richard Lee of the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers; Cathy Lennon of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture; Hydro One president and CEO David Lebeter, Chatham-Kent Mayor Darrin Canniff, Lakeshore Mayor Tracey Bailey, Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP Trevor Jones and Ontario Energy Minister Todd Smith.

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Lebeter said the utility is focused on creating a new electricity network, that will bring a cascade of benefits, including creating equity investment opportunities for local First Nations that will generate revenue for future generations.

Lebeter said co-operation is key.

“Nothing happens in today’s world without partnerships,” he said, stressing the updated infrastructure is needed, as the region’s energy demand is expected to quadruple in just 12 years’ time.

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Lebeter said Hydro One is “thrilled” to partner 50-50 with Indigenous people on all new transmission projects worth over $100 million, with 50-50 equity in the transmission line component.

“It’s taking the word ‘reconciliation’ and putting it in action,” Lebeter said. “We’re walking the talk.”

In his remarks, the Walpole Island First Nation Chief also focused on collaboration.

“Let’s all work together to appreciate the land, appreciate Mother Earth,” Miskokomon said, while acknowledging the land’s “true owners” and stakeholders.

“The biggest thing is, we’d like to be a player in business,” Miskokomon told the gathering. “I think that’s the trend in the future...reconciliation...let’s work together and create opportunities for our members, as well as opportunities for everybody.”

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Chatham-Kent’s four craft breweries are teaming up to once again deliver BrewFest CK. New to the team this year is Glasstown Brewing, which will host RiverFest, a new addition to BrewFest.

All events will feature unique festivities relative to each brewery, but will also showcase the varied brews offered by each outlet.

BrewFest actually started in 2021 with Red Barn’s initial offering of FarmFest. It also marked the brewery’s official grand opening, after it opened its doors in the middle of the pandemic in 2020.

At the inaugural FarmFest, Red Barn ownership invited their counterparts at Bayside and Sons of Kent to attend as well, and showcase their products.

Now, four summer events will bring together the best of Chatham Kent’s local craft beer scene.

FunkFest will open BrewFestCK on July 15 at Sons of Kent in Chatham.

EauFest follows at Bayside in Erieau on Aug. 12.

Red Barn continues its FarmFest tradition Sept. 2 just north of Blen-

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To end the summer, RiverFest takes place Sept. 23 in Wallaceburg.

Attendees can expect a diverse range of offerings, including live entertainment, food trucks, farmers’ markets, and exclusive beer releases, making each event a celebration of Chatham-Kent’s vibrant community, organizers said.

BrewFest is more than just a showcase of local craft beer, entertainment and food. Organizers said the events will support local organizations and causes through designated charities at the gate.

Denny Vervaet, co-owner of Red Barn Brewing, said FarmFest 2021 earned two Ontario Tourism Awards, one for innovation and the other for collaboration.

“Our close-knit relationship with the brewing companies in C-K allows us to collaborate and create these unique Fests, showcasing our special community, “ he said in a media release. “Teksavvy is back as our major sponsor for BrewFest CK 2023 and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have them on board.”

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News

Popular show returns to the Bay July 15

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

All they need is a bit of help from Mother Nature, and organizers of the 10th annual Mitchell’s Bay Antique Car-Truck-Motorcycle-Tractor show think they can have their best year yet.

Karen Miles, one of the event organizers, said over the past nine shows, the best turnout they’ve had is about 230 participating vehicles. With sunny skies this year, she thinks they can top that number on July 15.

“We’ve added a special 10th anniversary hat in the goodie bag for the first 100 registrants,” she said, adding some enticement

to people seeking to show off their treasured vehicles.

Those hats will be available to purchase over the course of the day as well.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Mitchell’s Bay Park.

The show is open to cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors that were made before 2003, Miles said.

One sight at the show that’s rather unique to Mitchell’s Bay are the tractors. Miles said few shows offer a category for the antique farm equipment.

“A lot of people like to look at the tractors. It’s certainly something different,” she said.

Vendors and food are

strong parts of the show at Mitchell’s Bay. Miles said they’ve added a special car show burger, as well as nachos and cheese, to the menu.

Support from the Mitchell’s Bay community for the show is big, Miles said.

“We have more than 50 volunteers, some as young as 11 and 12,” she said, adding there is a youth movement. “A couple of boys volunteered to help with recycling cans.

Some are going to do face painting and work at the food booth too.”

For more info, e-mail karenatkmiles@mitchellsbay.org. For vendors, kateatkcabral-mckeand@ mitchellsbay.org.

Gone, but not forgotten

Ken Bell/Special to The Chatham Voice

East Kent’s famous Guyitt House is no more, following its recent demolition. Dubbed by some as the most photographed house in Canada, the house was ordered to be torn down by the municipality of Chatham-Kent due to safety concerns. The house, more than 150 years old, was owned by Pete Anderson. His grandparents Roy and Ethel Guyitt purchased the once grand old dame, located near Muirkirk, in 1908.

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Community Events

Thursday, June 29, 2023: • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials.

Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Jamboree at the Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley Street. 1:00 to 4:30. Entry$2 donation.

Bring your instruments, singing voices simply come and clap & dance along to the music that’s created. Kitchen opens at 4pm. Panzerotti special or menu available. Call to hear special, 519-689-4884.

Friday, June 30, 2023: • Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. 2:00pm-4:00pm.

Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day.

Come alone or bring a friend.

No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm.

Kitchen open for lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are liver & onions or fish & chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-3518733 or 519-351-5639. Fun darts at 7:00pm. Entertainment on our patio starting at 6:00pm. Come out and enjoy the evening. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion Opens at 4 pm $10 meal taxes in – Hot Dog with cheesy macaroni casserole.

Saturday, July 1, 2023: • Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• Merlin Legion Closed • The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham. We will be celebrating Canada Day with a BBQ and music on the patio. Band TBA. Everyone Welcome.

Sunday, July 2, 2023: • Creekside Church - 10:00 a.m Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while?

Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Mercy trio Helen, Margie & Micki will perform at the Dresden Christian Concerts on the property of Total Grain Systems (1233 North St. in Dresden). Rain location is Dresden Christian Reformed Church.

Starts at 6:30pm. Listen from your vehicle or bring your lawn chairs. The concert is free but an offering will be taken.

• Join us for our 15th Annual Community Family Fun Day at tthe Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519689-4884. 3:00 to 10:30pm.

See Facebook for details.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023: • Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program.

Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Today’s special is Spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard starting at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, July 5, 2023: • Community Creative Expression Antibullying Murals with Shannon Rose Artist & Photography at Mitchell’s Bay Marine Park. 11am-3pm.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is Meat Loaf Dinner.

Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, July 6, 2023: • Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from

11:00am–1:30pm. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. The Ladies Auxiliary will be holding their monthly bingo. Sale of cards starting at 6:00pm. and Bingo at 7:00. Everyone is welcome.

• Jam Session at the Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, . 519-689-4884. 1 to 4:30. Join them for a fun filled afternoon playing, singing, clapping or just enjoying the music. Kitchen opens at 4 pm. Panzerotti + kitchen menu 4 to 7 pm.

Friday, July 7, 2023: • Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday.

2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet?

Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Mitchell’s Bay Area Association will host the 9th Annual Canadian Tire Mitchell’s Bay Open Bass Tournament on July 7th & 8th, 2023. Over $48,000 in money and prizes will be given out to the winning teams along with a Biggest Fish prize of over $1,000.00! Admission is free and spectators are encouraged to come out to the Weigh-ins on both days from 3-5PM to cheer on the 190 anglers, visit the Live Release Boat , and participate in the daily draws as well as a Fee Spectator Draw which will be drawn on Sat, July 8th. Visit the website at www.mitchellsbayopen.com for additional information about this exciting event!

• The Wallaceburg and District Museum presents Wings over Wallaceburg. Yes Wallaceburg had an airport. This is in memory of the owners and instructors of the Wallaceburg Airport. We will be celebrating this event from 10am to 4pm.

There will be display, artifacts, aircraft models, flight simulators, and BBQ. Soar on over to learn more about our airport.

• Merlickin Pork Chops at the Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519-6894884 Legion Opens at 4 pm.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00 a.m.–

9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Supper will be served from 4:00 – 6:00. No orders after 5:30 p.m. Tonight’s specials are Pork Roast with Dressing or Fish & Chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-3515639. Fun Darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, July 8, 2023: • Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• The Wallaceburg and District Museum presents Wings over Wallaceburg. Yes Wallaceburg had an airport. This is in memory of the owners and instructors of the Wallaceburg Airport. We will be celebrating this event from 10am to 4pm.

There will be display, artifacts, aircraft models, flight simulators, and BBQ. Soar on over to learn more about our airport.

• Blueberry Social at the Sombra Museum from 1:00pm4:00pm. Enjoy live entertainment, fresh-baked blueberry desserts and a walk-through of our 1800s Victoria Home.

Suggested donation of $5 per person. We hope to see you there! 3476 St. Clair Pkwy. 519892-3982.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by the Marquis from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519-6894884. Legion Opens at 3pm.

Kitchen open 3 to 7 pm.

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Submit your coming events to bruce@chatham­voice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

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Fun Stuff

CLUES ACROSS 1. Excited movements 8. Soap opera actress Patsy 13. Unknowing 14. Dangerous mosquitos 15. Exaggerated and sensationalized 19. Military policeman 20. Touch softly 21. Wrap 22. A story of one’s life 23. Midway between east and southeast 24. Toward the mouth or oral region 25. A list of dishes available at a restaurant 26. Changes the meaning of 30. Semitic Sun god 31. Sneaker parts 32. Capital of Zimbabwe 33. Breezed through 34. Partner to pedi 35. Becomes less intense 38. Bottoms 39. Tested 40. Vistas

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18. Small amount 22. Orthodox church altar 25. Actress Tomei 27. Excited 28. Looked directly at 29. Popular cold desserts 30. More reasonable 32. Disk above the head of a saint 34. Devoted to the extreme 35. Make an effort 36. It’s in the surf 37. Member of aboriginal people of Japan 38. Discounts 40. Cliff in Hawaii 41. Extremely wild person 42. All persons 43. Aromas 45. Popular kids’ game 48. A difficult situation 51. Popular Georgia rockers 52. It’s in all living cells 53. Unspoken language 54. ‘Talk to you’ abbreviation 56. Influential lawyer

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Sports

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Chatham-Kent swimmers Payton Rinas and Gavin Schinkelshoek are gearing up to compete in the International Children’s Games in South Korea next month.

Teen swimmers off to Korea The Chatham Voice

Local swimmers Gavin Schinkelshoek and Payton Rinas are preparing for an experience of a lifetime, and high-quality competition, when they head to South Korea in early July.

Rinas, from Chatham, and Schinkelshoek, of Pain Court will compete in the International Children’s Games being held in Daegu, South Korea from July 5-10.

The International Children’s Games is an annual event that pursues the goal of forming nation-linking friendships through sports competitions with athletes between the ages of 12 and 15.

It’s recognized by the International Olympic Committee and was first held in Celje, Slovenia in 1968.

Since then, many cities around the world have organized the Games, including Windsor in 2013.

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Sports/Life

Shark sets personal bests at provincials The Chatham Voice

Malakai Walters of the Chatham Pool Sharks competed at the Junior Provincial Festival swim meet in Etobicoke recently, and came away with personal bests.

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It marked the end of the swimming season for the Sharks, which was a celebration of the club’s 50th

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season.

In the wake of an enforced year and a half off due to pandemic restrictions, club president Aline Middleton praised the club.

“The Sharks were resilient. Determined. We have passionate volunteers – coaches, board members, parents, officials and families. This enabled our club to survive with a focus of rebuilding – encouraging kids in our community to be active again. That was our vision,” she said.

The Sharks waived all initial registration fees with the hope of re-introducing kids and sports.

Head coach Colleen Yee said this resulted in the return of veteran Shark members, and the infusion of new blood.

“Last year was important; many new swimmers joined and many returned, requiring technical corrections and a rebuilding of stamina,” she said. “This year we attended the Spring and Summer Western Ontario Swim Association (WOSA), doubling our number of qualified swimmers for the summer event.”

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Malakai Walters set four personal bests at the recent Junior Provincial Festival swim meet.

Summer reading contest returns The Chatham Voice

When it comes to reading and the season, books and pizza go together in the Chatham-Kent Public Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program.

Borrowing items from any

branch, qualifies a patron to enter to win one of 12 Pizza Prize Packs, with each one featuring a gift certificate to a local pizza restaurant.

Interested readers 16 years and older can get started by picking up an Adult Summer Reading punch card. After

three check outs, your punch card becomes a ballot in the contest. The more you borrow, the more chances you have to win.

To find out more about a host of other programs this summer, you can check out ckpl.ca.

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The Family of the late Gabrielle Vinall, We are forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support through a very difficult time and with the passing of our beautiful Gabrielle.

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Holthof: George William (Gerrit Willem Holthof) A lifelong resident of Chatham, George Holthof was taken home to be with Jesus on June 3, 2023 at the age of 92. Born in Zuidwolde, The Netherlands, George was the son of the late Egbert and Aaltje (née DeVries) Holthof. Dearly loved husband and devoted soul mate to the late Effie (née Israels). God blessed them with 2 sons and 3 daughters. Dear father to Effie (Daniel) Faubert, Dianne Katherine (Tom) Toma, Pamela (Mac) McAndrews, George (Tena) Holthof Jr., Edward (Jennifer) Holthof and special friend to Belinda Wolfe (adopted daughter). Proud grandfather to 16 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Dear brother to to Aly Broersma and Theresa Dunkley (Bill). Survived by sister-inlaw Rita Ramsdale (Howard); sister-in-law Juliana Crowe (Don); brother-in-law Charles Slade.

Predeceased by his brother Renst (Kick); sisters-in-law Candice Holthof, Florence Slade, Joan Greydanus and brothers-in-law Peter Broersma, Gerald Greydanus. Cremation with interment at Pardoville Cemetery has taken place.

Family and friends were invited to gather at First Christian Reformed Church on Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service was held to celebrate Georges’ life at 12:00 p.m.

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In Memoriam Dan Toth - June 28, 2013

Daddy: You’ll never be forgotten, That simply cannot be.

As long as I am living, I’ll carry you with me.

Safely tucked within my heart, Your light will always shine; A glowing ember never stilled, Throughout the end of time, No matter what the future brings, Or what may be ahead, I know that you will walk with me, along the path I tread.

Miss you & love you always, Tammy

Dan Toth June 28, 2013 Remembering The beauty of a memory, is that it’s always there.

Like a penny in your pocket, you can take it anywhere. And when your heart is heavy, and your eyes are filled with tears, you can focus on a memory, and travel through the years. Your heart can visit happy times,when laughter filled the air, and the presence of your loved one, will lessen your despair.

So as you travel on in life, take comfort as you go, in a lifetime of “sweet memories” of one who loved you so.

Always remembered & loved Carol

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