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A LOOK INSIDE

73’s advance to fifth straight Schmalz Cup

Promotions Manager recognized at Heritage Essex AGM PAGE 2 ________________ CAO presents Essex’s Strategic Plan for 2016-18 PAGE 3 _______________ CTMHV hosts vendor event-shows off new car layout PAGE 7 ________________ Essex Town Council Notes PAGE 8 ________________ Local film maker creating magic PAGE 19 ________________ Ravens bring home OMHA championship PAGE 23 ________________

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Essex 73’s celebrate their fifth straight GLJCHL title after a 5-4 win Sunday.

by Garrett Fodor The Essex 73’s took another step towards defending their Schmalz Cup title as the local team won the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ hockey title on Sunday afternoon.

After being tied 2-2 in the series last week, Essex would prevail in games five and seven. Back-up goalie Matthew Badour filled in for the three games this past week in Trevor Wheaton’s absence, and captain Matthew Hebert lead the offense with three goals in the three games.

Game five was Tuesday night in Essex. Essex maintained possession of the puck throughout the contest, and made Badour’s workload as minimal as possible. The 73’s appeared to have changed their style a bit, playing at a more reserved tempo. The players made the simple passes, which threw off the Admirals, who also could not keep up to Essex on the night.

Essex got its first glimpse of success midway through the opening period. After

several great shots prior on Connor Meyerink, Luke Gecse was the recipient of a gift, who beat Meyerink high glove side 13 minutes into the game. It would be the lone goal of the period with Essex holding a 10-7 shot advantage. From there, the teams exchanged goals in the second period, before Essex added an insurance marker in the third to prevail 3-1 in game five.

Friday night was the backdrop for game six.

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Max Viselli celebrates his game tying goal during the third period of Friday’s game.

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A 0-0 opening frame to set the tone for the periods to follow. Amherstburg would score the first two goals of the game in the middle frame, before Griffin McCarty scored with the man advantage in the final minute to sway the momentum. Midway through period three, Max Viselli tied things up when he beat Meyerink high on his glove side. Teams played out the remainder before heading to overtime.

In overtime, Essex out-worked the Admirals and received the better chances; however it was Amherstburg that capitalized with the lone power play opportunity in overtime. With three minutes left, James Brooks beat Badour with a shot that just fell past the line to set the scene for Sunday.

With over 1500 fans in attendance on Sunday, game seven was going to be a thriller. Amherstburg jumped out to the early lead after one period. However in the middle frame, Essex’s experience paid off as it added four goals in the period, while keeping the Admirals to a pair. In the final period, Eric Shaw added an insurance marker, and the eventual game winner after James Brooks brought his team to within one. However, they couldn’t beat Badour again, who made 22 saves.

This is Essex’s fifth consecutive league title as it advances to play the Dorchester Dolphins in the first round of the Schmalz Cup series.

by Sylene Argent Heritage Essex’s Promotions Manager Cheryl Skilton was recognized at the organization’s Annual General Meeting held inside the historic Essex Railway Station last Wednesday evening. In just a few short weeks, Skilton will retire.

“Everyone gets the same amount of time, 24 hours a day. Cheryl has utilized her time well,” Bill Gay of Heritage Essex said.

Gay met Cheryl in 2001 when she was recognized as Citizen of the Year.

She began working at the Railway Station soon after.

The annual Essex Citizen of the Year program doubles as a fundraiser for Heritage Essex, which maintains the Essex Railway Station.

Skilton would then spend every year since obtaining the Citizen of the Year recognition to help operate the program for the succeeding honourees.

The program has been running since 1978.

The Citizen of the Year is typically announced over the Essex Fun Fest weekend. Nominations in seeking the 2016 winner will be solicited in the near future. Heritage Essex, the Essex Knights of Columbus, and the Essex Rotary Club work on this program together.

A fall banquet recognizing the honouree doubles as a fundraiser for Heritage Essex.

Skilton has volunteered with the Essex Fun Fest, and at one time sat on the Essex Centre BIA Board.

“It has been a pleasure for all of us to have worked with her,” Gay said.

Currently, Heritage Essex is trying to find a suitable replacement for her.

The Heritage Essex Board presented Skilton with a token of appreciation in recognition of 13 years of dedication. She began working at the Railways Station in September of 2002.

Gay said the Board wanted to find Skilton something that would remind her of Heritage Essex, and all of the individuals involved with it. Knowing Skilton and her husband have a cottage, the Board presented her with some duck figurines to decorate

their hide-a-way.

Skilton gratefully accepted the gift, and later enjoyed cake with the Board members to celebrate her retirement.

Over the years, Skilton has been involved with many Heritage Essex events, including the annual Model Train Show, craft and garden shows, psychic reading events, and the 20 year restoration anniversary celebration activities hosted in 2014.

Heritage Essex’s President Tony Malkowski thanked Cheryl for her dedication to the organization.

Malkowski also

encouraged the Board to engage the community about the Essex Railway Station and recruit new members.

There are vacancies on the Board, and he would like those positions get filled with enthusiastic community members.

Malkowski is also asking the community to think on exhibits the Essex Railway Station could display, and forward items that could be displayed, to help bring in visitors. He would like to have new displays several times a year to ensure there is always something new and exciting to see.

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CAO presents Essex’s Strategic Plan for 2016-18

by Sylene Argent At the Essex Council meeting hosted on Monday, March 7, CAO Russ Phillips presented the Strategic Plan for 2016-18.

Council would receive and implement the plan.

Phillips said the strategic plan will set a high level of direction that will guide the municipality during the remainder of this term of Council in helping to reach results Council would like to achieve. The budget then becomes the next level of direction.

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Council and Administration have identified six primary objectives for 2016-18, including enhancing communications and community engagement; managing the Town’s finances and human resources in a responsible manner; enhancing economic development activities through business retention and expansion, attraction of light industrial businesses, and downtown improvements; managing the Town’s infrastructure in a responsible and efficient

manner; promoting healthy and active living through recreational and cultural opportunities; and promoting a healthy, safe, and environmentally conscious community.

He went through each objective, highlighting areas of focus and actions to meet those objectives. For instance, under the “Manage the Town’s Finances and Human Resources in a Responsible Manner” section, it highlights developing a five-year financial plan, creating a plan to reduce debt to $15 million by the end of Council term, establishing and managing a plan for reserves that reflects both short and longer term financial objectives, developing a succession plan that addresses retirements and anticipates staffing needs, and undertaking a Service Delivery Review.

In addition, under the “Manage the Town’s infrastructure in a responsible and efficient manner” section, it suggests developing a five year roads improvement/ maintenance plan, continuing with Essex Centre’s storm

water infrastructure improvement projects, and creating shared road agreements with Amherstburg.

In the evaluation stage, the implementation will be carried out through departmental oversight, Phillips said.

The issue of reducing the debt was further discussed during the meeting. Phillips noted there will be some debt retirements that will be experience by the end of this term of Council.

Director of Corporate Services Donna Hunter further explained that some of that debt will be funded through reserves rather than outsourcing it. As of last year, the municipality was around $21million in debt, which includes items that are justified to be paid over the long term, such as buildings and equipment.

She further explained that the debt should be reduced to around $17.7 million by then end of 2016 as the Town pays off the principal. Administration is looking to see if it is possible to reach the goal of getting the debt down to $15 million by 2018 is reachable.

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Editorial &Opinion From the C orners of My Mind ••• Comment by Jennifer Cranston ••• Let the sun shine in

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On March 20, we marked the Spring Equinox. It is a point when there is balance between night and day, with the following days to grow longer and warmer.

It is officially the first day of spring.

Spring means a lot of things for many people. It means new life and new beginnings. It means a time for growth and change.

For many it simply means a beginning of more light and warmth.

The newness of spring is always exciting for me. Like a little kid, I still get a little excited when I see my first robin, which I did over the weekend.

I love watching daffodils and tulips bloom and I enjoy watching brown things turn green.

My favourite part of the season though, is the warmth and light.

Some of this is purely practical.

I’m pretty much night blind,

which is a great source of amusement for my husband who sees like a cat in the dark. More sunshine means less fumbling for a light switch and fewer stubbed toes and bruised knees.

I am also one of those people who is always cold. If you are comfortable, it is likely that I’m looking for a sweater. If I am comfortable, everyone else is complaining about the heat.

Spring is a time when I see more clearly and feel warmer. Not just literally, but in a mental and emotional way as well.

Just as colours seem brighter and the world seems fresher, so does my perspective.

In the spring, it seems I can see the positive aspects of life a little more clearly. I’m better able to look on the “bright side of things,” so to speak.

It might be the lack of vitamin D, or the fact that I simply hate

being cold, but I tend to get a little grouchier, a little colder during the winter months.

In the spring I warm up in many ways. I become more patient, more interested and more friendly in warmer weather. In short, I become a warmer person.

For me spring is a time to see potential, it’s a time to reconnect with all the people who are out soaking up the sunshine, and it’s a time to appreciate the beauty and the bounty in life.

However you see spring, be it a time for cleaning and sprucing up the home, or enjoying more outdoor activities, or a time to connect with nature, always remember to let the sun shine in.

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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Searching for the positive Do we stand in the way of having joy? Do we search for the positive when something that is said to us sounds derogatory? Of course the answer depends on our individual personality. Is our personality the result of inheritance or of our upbringing?

That old song about mothers said an attribute was “To make you a man.” We women are accustomed to interpreting that as applying to both sexes, and it does suggest mothers have great influence. So we ask, does that mean we should achieve perfection?

Am I a perfectionist? I don’t think so, but I have been accused of having that trait. I think it is an accusation, not a compliment.

Here are some thoughts about it. If it is worth doing, it is worth doing well. Things done by halves are never done right. Strive for 100 percent and you will at least hit 90.

On the other side, have you ever heard someone say, “No one will notice; that’s good enough for now.”

It does seem to me when I am trying to do something well all kinds of things go wrong. When we try to do too many things at once we are asking for trouble. For example, if we are tending four pots on the stove and making the gravy while the meringue is toasting, we know there can be disaster, especially if you don’t like burned meringue. Of course, if you are completely organized, the pie with its meringue is made ahead of time.

I do try to improve my abilities, but I do not want to be a perfectionist. I am reminded of the time years ago when I told my boys they must not leave their toys in the living room even if they have them in a meaningful array. One of them said, “But mother, we live here.”

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ERCA Urges Community to Recognize World Water Day submitted to EFP In a region that’s surrounded by water, the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) is urging the community to recognize World Water Day with a commitment to water protection and conservation.

World Water Day is an international observance and an opportunity to learn more about water related issues, be inspired to tell others and take action to make a difference. It dates back to the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development, and has been recognized annually on March 22 since 1993.

“We are so fortunate to live in a region surrounded by water,” Richard Wyma, ERCA’s General Manager said. “It’s important to remember that with that great fortune comes great responsibility, and we should all take actions to protect the sources of our drinking water.” Wyma recommends choosing

natural gardening alternatives for lawns and gardens, or at least using phosphate-free fertilizers. Disconnecting downspouts from storm sewers, using rain barrels, and creating rain gardens with native plant species are also easy yet important tactics to protect our Great Lakes. “As well, if you have a septic system, be sure to regularly maintain it,” he adds.

A few hundred dollars every few years can prolong the life of your septic system, save you from very costly failure repairs, and above all, protect our Great Lakes.

The Great Lakes comprise 20% of the world’s freshwater resources, provide more than 80% of Ontario’s drinking water, and are critically important to our economic prosperity. But, the Great Lakes, and in particular Lake Erie, have been facing increasingly greater challenges.

“Blue-green algae and the related microcystin

toxins have been an ongoing issue over the past few years,” Dr. Katie Stammler, ERCA’s Water Quality Scientist explained.

ERCA undertakes a number of projects aimed at reducing nutrient loadings into our rivers, streams and lakes, and is presently researching additional methods. “We work with farmers to implement best management practices (BMPs) aimed at improving soil productivity while reducing agricultural runoff.” In particular, she notes the relatively new Great Lakes Agricultural Stewardship Initiative, whereby Conservation Authorities are working with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and farmers to implement new and innovative BMPs on their fields.

ERCA continues to

monitor the water quality of our watercourses, and works with multiple agencies to ensure that local issues are addressed.

They also will host a Western Lake Erie Student Conference in April for secondary school students. “This conference will highlight challenges surrounding Lake Erie, and also allow the students to learn about and experience some of the solutions to these challenges,” Stammler adds. “Students will also have the opportunity to learn about the broad variety of career paths that are dependent on the Great Lakes.”

Water conservation initiatives are also important, and ERCA reminds all local residents that turning off the tap when brushing your teeth, reducing time spent in the shower, and installing low flow shower heads can

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“Protecting water is a shared responsibility, and we should all do our best to treat our water with the respect it deserves,” Wyma concluded.

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CTMHV hosts vendor event-shows off new car layout

by Sylene Argent Things are always changing at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV), and this local Museum proves it is a hot spot to find rare and unique items as it hosts various events that allow patrons to buy, swap, or sell items.

On Sunday, the CTMHV opened its hall to the community for its second Militaria, Hunting, and, Sportsman Show of the year. This took place just a few weeks after it offered a successful indoor automotive only flea market.

Sunday’s Militaria, Hunting, and Sportsman Show attracted many vendors who displayed their items for sale. Many patrons also visited the site to treasure hunt.

Mickey Moulder, CTMHV’s Vice President, was pleased with the event’s success.

He eagerly talked about many items he had on display during the show, and conversed with other vendors and visitors who also had items on display.

Some of the vendors

and visitors to the Militaria, Hunting, and Sportsmen Show are on the hunt for items with historical significance.

One of the event visitors was Nick Kaikkonen of Lakeshore who said he has turned his hobby of gun refurbishing into a full time gig.

Kaikkonen said he gets a lot of guns with historical significance to refurbish. This type of work, he said, is all about preserving the past.

He began this passion 20 years ago as a collector. He learned the methods and procedure on how to restore vintage military weaponry.

Volunteers and staff at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village have been busy setting up new displays and looking for ways to better present the items it does have.

Moulder explained that, with the help of an

architect, the Museum was able to redesign the layout of a section that exhibits many of the classic and vintage vehicles it houses.

The car layout used to look similar to a parking lot, and did not allow those taking a tour around the facility to see the cars on display in their entirety. The new layout also opened up the space, bringing attention to items displayed on the walls.

The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village hosts several events throughout the year as fundraises for its Youth Education Program.

The Museum is always seeking out volunteers.

Anyone interested in volunteering or in an upcoming event can learn more at www.ctmhv.com.

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Essex Town Council Notes for March 21

by Essex Free Press Staff Place finding signage During a special Council meeting Essex’s Policy Planner Jeff Watson discussed place finding signage.

He said signs serve two purposes: get attention and inform. Place finding signage directs. A large percent of individuals do not see signage placed within their own community, he noted.

He said Essex needs a municipal sign policy dealing

with the purposing, placing, aesthetics, and maintenance of place finding signage. He said a regional approach regarding place finding signage is desirable. He suggested Essex approach the County on the issue for consistency.

Watson is also trying to make the distinction between place finding signage and signs that advertise.

He will bring a formal report to Council regarding place

finding signage with recommendations in the near future.

Local business finalist for innovation award Martin Gorski and Suzanne Dajczak of Serenity Lavender were recognized for being finalist in the first annual Ontario Southwest Innovation Award.

“It is a real pleasure to see the fruits of our labours get recognized,” Gorski said. He believes tourism is going to be an economic driving force in the area.

He said South West Ontario Tourism Corporation was looking for tourism companies creating a new tourism product for the award.

What makes Serenity Lavender unique, he said, is that it partnered with many groups such as the Bicentennial War of 1812 to create a peace garden.

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Gorski and Dajczak on earning the award.

Later in the meeting, Council approved Gorski and Dajczak’s application for site plan control approval and the execution of a site plan control bylaw and agreement.

Policy Planner Jeff Watson said this would allow for a new building as a reception area at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery.

The report to Council noted the executed site plan agreement would be registered upon the Town’s acceptance of a storm water management plan.

Southpoint Lane Development Joe and Frank Rizzo of the South Point Lane Development approached Council asking members to overturn a ruling that limits the build on one of

the remaining residential lots to 3,500 square feet.

Frank Rizzo went over the history of various levels of approval and permits for the development that began in 1994.

Joe Rizzo said that there are other houses in the development well over 4,000 square feet.

Some very close to the lot in question are as large as 6,000 square feet.

Essex CAO Russ Phillips explained that while the dimension of 3,500 square feet does not appear on the paperwork, the OMB ruling is per the blueprints that were used throughout the process.

“It is my understanding that the OMB used these drawings to make its determination,” he said.

Phillips said that the Town used the same drawings as per the OMB. Joe Rizzo insisted that the drawings referenced

by the Town were not legal documents, and he raised a stack of papers in his hand saying that he possessed the legal drawings.

Phillips said that this issue was already taken to Superior Court by another member of the Rizzo family and that the ruling was in favour of the Town.

“This is not an issue that can be appealed,” he said. “This matter has been dealt with.”

Councillor Sherry Bondy moved that the presentation be received and that the Rizzos submit any relevant documents to administration for review.

The motion carried.

Schoolhouse appraisal Council received the report “Appraisal of Colchester School House-195 Bagot and 255

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Bagot.”

In February, Council had directed administration to get an appraisal for the Colchester Schoolhouse property, which the Town purchased in August of 2008. Two years later, the Town also commenced expropriation of the adjacent property, totalling1.65 acres.

The Town bought the properties with the intention of creating a community centre and park, but the facility was never used for public use, the report to Council notes.

Essex has spent $510,745.68 on the property, including the lots, water main work, asbestos abatement and removal, and outside wall repairs.

A species at risk has been identified at the schoolhouse, and that must be considered in any decision for the property, the report continues.

The estimated value of the Schoolhouse was appraised at $180,000.

Director of Community Services Doug Sweet said it is up to Council how it would like to maintain it.

Councillor Larry Snively would like to discuss what to do with the schoolhouse and the property in the future since so much money has been invested. Maybe the matter of the property should be looked at before Council decides moving forward to put it up for sale, he said. He thinks there could be better ideas for the property. Deputy Mayor Meloche said

some brainstorming on what Council wishes to do with the property and other amenities in Colchester should be discussed.

Statement of Remuneration Council received the Statement of Remuneration for Council for the year ending December 31. The following includes remuneration for the position and for sitting on boards, conferences and conventions, education and seminars, and mileage.

Mayor Ron McDermott: $42,789; Deputy Mayor Richard Meloche: $25,415; Councillor Steve Bjorkman: $21,508; Councillor Sherry Bondy: $22,569; Councillor Bill Caixeiro: $32,574; Councillor Larry Snively: $22,821; Councillor Randy Voakes: $22,790.

CAO resigns CAO Russ Phillips announced “with truly mixed emotions” he would be resigning from this position. His last day is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19.

Phillip’s first day on the job was March 4, 2013. He came to Essex from Manitoba, and will return to his home province, having accepted a similar job there. This will put him and his wife back home and closer to family.

He gave thanks to Council and staff members for the opportunity to serve

Essex for the past three years, adding he truly enjoyed working with the resourceful and dedicate staff.

“I will take with me many fond memories,” he said.

Crosswalk changes coming On February 8, a report and power point presentation regarding crosswalks in the municipality was presented by Director of Infrastructure &Development Chris Nepszy. The report, prepared by Assistant Manager of Operations Norm Nussio, discussed removing the white crosswalk lines at certain intersections and highlighting the uncontrolled crosswalks in other areas.

The report dealt with only uncontrolled crosswalks. The Town has no permanent controlled crosswalks.

An uncontrolled crosswalk indicates a “safer” place to cross the street. It does not force traffic to stop for pedestrians.

Controlled crosswalks (or cross-overs) are controlled by a crossing guard or lights. When crossing guards or lights indicate, traffic is required to stop for pedestrians.

At that time the recommendations were tabled to await a report from administration regarding insurance liability.

Nepszy explained that he and Essex Manager of Legislative Services Rob Auger had conversations with the Town’s insurance provider. They

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learned that “the pro-active changes” recommended in the report would lower the Town’s legal exposure.

“These recommendations will reduce our liability,” Nepszy said.

The recommendations in the report carried. Some of these recommendations include enhancing crosswalk markings, or creating crosswalk markings at: Talbot St. S. at Town Hall, on Maidstone Ave W. at EDHS, Talbot St. S adjacent to Laird Ave., Hanlan St. and Iler Ave., and on Talbot St. N adjacent to Schinkel’s Meat Market.

In some cases crosswalk locations will be moved within the same crossing area to enhance visibility, and some accessible parking spaces will be moved to accommodate the adjustments.

Uncontrolled crossings on Brien Ave. at St. James St, and all uncontrolled crossings in Harrow will be removed.

New Human Resource Manager appointed Council approved Bylaw Number 1498 to appoint a Manager of Human Resources for the Town of Essex. The new Manager of Human Resources will begin April 4.

Essex is not in favour of higher emissions from petroleum facility Councillor Sherry Bondy moved that the Town of Essex join with the County

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of Essex and other local municipalities in sending correspondence to Catherine McKenna, Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, expressing that Essex in not in favour of proposed changes to the Marathon Petrolium facility in Detroit.

Bondy explained that the proposed changes at the facility could increase carbon emissions by as much as 40 percent.

“It is important that we send a message that this is not okay,” she said.

The motion carried.

State of fight for HDHS Councillor Bondy advised Council that the Harrow Working Committee is requesting a meeting with the Town, and that Bill Parr of that Committee is scheduled to address the School Board again on Tuesday, March 22.

On March 11, Mayor Ron McDermott sent a letter to Minister of Education Liz Sandles, requesting a meeting with her “to discuss the imminent closure of Harrow District High School and the negative economic impact its closure will have on a key urban centre in the amalgamated Town of Essex.”

The Town awaits a response.

by Jennifer Cranston A group of local art minded folks came together last Thursday at the Essex Public Library to explore mental wellness through collective art.

The group worked together on an artistic banner that will be displayed first at the library and then at the Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic.

After that it will be offered for display to other members of the community.

The event came about through a partnership between Art Space Essex

and the Nurse PractitionerLed Clinic.

The purpose was for participants to express their happiness and wellness without words, explained MSW Intern Elaine Coventry.

MSW Karen Overholt said that they are trying to get the community to come together and be creative for the sake of mental health. She said at the clinic they are all about fostering those activities that support mental health.

“Creativity is a great way to cope with mental and physical health issues,” she said.

Another purpose of the event was to reduce the stigma around mental health.

“We all have challenges, but we’ve learned not to talk about them,” Jodie Matte of Art Space Essex said.

Art Space is a community art hive where creative people come together to work on their art and craft projects

in a social, supportive setting. Its members host a pop-up art hive once a month at the library that is open to creative people of all ages. They also host a more adult focused Saturday Crafters event on the 3rd Saturday of each month at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club.

Find Art Space Essex on Facebook for more information.

The Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic takes a holistic approach to health, and offers a variety of public activities and workshops covering subjects like: coping with anxiety and depression, coping with chronic pain and disease, healthy sleep, self-esteem, and monthly cooking workshops. It also offers a healthy babies program.

You don’t have to be a patient of the Clinic to attend most of these events. Contact the Clinic for more information.

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This year’s Farm Safety Night focused on personal safety

Chiropodist Dr. Julie Fraser talks to farmers about common foot injuries and food care on March 15.

Pharmacist Dina Daheen-Pich of Essex Pharmacare talks to local farmers about drug interactions on March 15 at the Essex County Civic Centre. This was part of The Essex County Farm Safety Association’s Farmers’ Night.

by Jennifer Cranston Last week, the Essex County Farm Safety

Association hosted its 7th annual Farmers’ Night at the Essex County Civic

Centre.

In the past these evenings have covered subjects like ATV laws and safety, and tractor safety. This year, a more personal approach was taken with a focus on personal health and safety.

Guests were split into two groups and rotated through two presentations.

One presentation was given by Pharmacist Dina Daheen-Pich and Sam Chan of Essex Pharmacare, who talked about the potential dangers of drug

interactions.

The other presentation was given by Dr. Julie Fraser. She is a Chiropodist who talked about foot care.

“Tonight our focus is on personal protection,” organizer Anne Anger said. “Farmers need to be healthy so they can do their jobs.”

Anger explained that in the past these evenings have been held in February. Snowstorms and bad driving conditions have affected five of the last six events.

Anger said that this is the first year they have held the event to coincide with Farm Safety Week.

These evenings, Anger explained, have a bit

of a ripple effect in the farming community.

“Individuals learn about safety and bring it home to their family, their employees, and their neighbours,” she said.

The Essex County Farm Safety Association is also host to Kids’ Farm Safety events in the County each summer.

At these events, youth

enjoy hands-on activities and demonstrations that illustrate the importance of informed caution when dealing with everything from farm chemicals, to tractors and other machinery, to common farm animals, and more.

This year’s public kids’ event will take place on July 5th in Harrow.

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Canadian Cancer Society seeks volunteers for Daffodil Month submitted to EFP When loved ones are diagnosed with or pass away from cancer, we often want to do something to help or honour them.

This April, the Canadian Cancer Society wants the people of Windsor-Essex to know that there is something they can do. By volunteering just a few hours of their time selling daffodil pins at a business in our community in support of the Society’s Daffodil Month campaign, local residents can save lives and help

people who are living with cancer now.

Money raised throughout Daffodil Month helps local patients and their families living with more than 200 different types of cancer, through lifesaving research, support services and other important work so that fewer Canadians are touched by the disease.

We need your help to get the word out to recruit Daffodil Month volunteers!

Volunteers are essential to the success of the Daffodil Month campaign and we

are looking for people who can spare a few hours to help out during this critical fundraising time for our organization.

We need volunteers on the following dates: March 31 to April 3 and April 7 to 10.

Those interested in signing up as a Daffodil Month volunteer can register today at myccsschedule.ca or by calling 519-254-5116.

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From The Heart

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IN LOVING MEMORY

In Loving Memory of

Donald Pehleman 1931-2004

Gone are the days we used to share but in our hearts you are always there.

Never more than a thought away, loved, remembered every day.

Loved Always - Madeline, Paul and Adelene, Vanessa and Tom, Randy and Dorie, and families. __________________________________________________

In Loving Memory of

Doug MacKenzie August 8, 1954 - March 23, 2008

Always in my heart and deeply loved. ~ Mom __________________________________________________

OBITUARIES

MURRAY, Anna Marie nee (Pieschke) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anna Marie Murray peacefully at her home on Friday, February 19, 2016 in her 79th year. Dear wife of the late Winslow Robert Murray. Much loved mother of Catherine Sawosciej. Cherished Nana to Helena and Jack Sawosciej. Dear sister to Clarence, Gerald, Angela, Janet and the late Lawrence, Robert and John Pieschke and special aunt to Kevin Pieschke.

A special Annie Ann to Barbara, Raj, Emily, Kaitlyn and Ria Pathak. Born in Woodslee, Ontario, July 20, 1936 she made her way to Hamilton and called it her home. She was a retiree of Burlington Technologies. She will be forever remembered by many nieces and nephews and wonderful friends. She had a great love of writing, photography and family history and we are forever grateful for the gifts of her writings that she has left for us. A link in our family chain is broken. She has gone from our home, but never far from our hearts. She will never be forgotten. As per her wishes, cremation has already taken place. A celebration of life for family and friends will take place at a later date. _________________________________________________________

CARD OF THANKS

In Loving Memory of

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Everyday in some small way, Memories of you come our way.

Though absent, you are always near, Still missed, loved and always dear.

It is so hard to believe you have been gone a year.

In our hearts always,

The family of the late Donna Dennis would like to express sincere thanks to our family and friends for the kindness and sympathy given to us during our recent loss. Special thanks to Rev. Roger Jackson, the pallbearers, and to Reid Funeral Home for their guidance. A special thanks also to those who sent flowers, online condolences, cards, food, and donations. Also a very special thank you to the ladies of the Church of The Living Word for the delicious lunch. To V.O.N. Nurse Myles, thank you for taking such good care of Donna.

Your kindness shown to us will always be remembered.

~ Kandy, Gaye, Gerry, and Family

~ Lynwood and Family

Marjorie Cohoe

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The Voice Of Experience

by Evelyn Couch

The English language When sorting papers I found some copies of my columns from 2005. Is that long enough for you to have forgotten them? You will remember that I emphasized the difference in the pronunciation of words that are spelled the same. The first mentioned are tough, bough, and cough, as well as slough, thorough, and through.

What about heard, herd, word, and bird?

And there is meat and suite, great and straight, or threat and debt. I think here and there are confusing and was there ever a dear bear? Here are three more such as dose, rose, and lose. Did I say three more? The list goes on and on. There is word and sword, cork and work, dead and bed, both yet bother or moth yet mother, and broth but brother!

As I said, most of us are fortunate to have learned the English language from our parents when we started to talk and walk. Those two go well together even though they represent these: to, too, and two.

As I think about pronunciation of words, “W” seems to be the odd ball, such as cash, dash, gash or hash, and then wash, or cork, fork, pork, then work. I knew one man who always read said like maid or raid.

Do you find this as interesting as I do or am I boring you to death? After all, I have made my living working with words. For a few years I worked with birds, as well.

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MacKenzie, Doug Hunter August 8, 1954 - March 23, 2008

In Loving Memory of my dear husband.

There isn’t one day that goes by that I don’t think of you... you are always in my heart.

Memorial verses available

~ Always And Forever My Love... Judy

What’s Going On...

MARCH 26  ESSEX GOSPEL COMMUNITY CHURCH EASTER EGG HUNT  At Essex Public School, from 11am-12noon. Free BBQ for children.

Words ( Patrick Quinn ) there are three tiny words which rock the gates of hell for they are truly heaven sent as pure as the driven snow for they come from the heart three tiny words, so simple yet they can comfort the soul for they show all the goodness that dwells in the human heart these words so meek, yet strong a candle burning in the night three words that spell compassion to a world leaning on crutches a solid and loving foundation words that can lift the spirit and ignite a cold lonely heart planting seeds of eternal love three common, yet unique words what are these special words no, not the words “I love you” words stronger than love itself words that may save humanity and one day man will realize that they were always there the cure to a world in anguish words more precious than gold crying out to be heard, spoken words etched in all our hearts the words “let me help”

MARCH 30  HOLY HUMOUR SUNDAY at Essex United with Pastor Jim. Service is at 10:30. All are welcome.

APRIL 1 - MONTHLY PASTA DINNER at St Paul’s Church 5-6:30pm. Call 519776-7711 for more details.

APRIL 7 - SOPHIE’S MISSION TRIP PASTA FUNDRAISER at Amhersburg Legion, 6PM. Call 519-890-1444 for information.

APRIL 7-10 2016 Atom A OHF CHAMPIONSHIPS hosted by EMHA and the Atom Major Essex Ravens. Visit www.essexhockey.ca for more details APRIL 9 - Spring Bazaar at the Essex Retirees’ Social Club.

APRIL 14 - TOUR OF THE FAITHVILLE STUDIOS - At Tom & Lorraine Collins on Malden Road in Maidstone, at 7pm. Hosted by Sandwich South Historical Society.

APRIL 16 - ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION - Meeting at Orchard View Golf, 1357 Cty. Rd. 34 at 9am. All welcome. For info: 519-738-3476.

APRIL 19 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC - At the Essex Legion Hall Branch 201, 103 Talbot Street N., from 1-7pm. www.blood.ca.

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

HELP WANTED

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NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF AND OFFICIAL PLAN AMENMDENT & PASSING OF A ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT

WANTED REFRIGERATION &/OR AC SYSTEMS MECHANIC Licensed 313A or 313D

SHEET METAL WORKER Licensed 308A

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238 Talbot Street West, Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 PH: 519-326-9018 • FAX: 519-326-3632 www.grossiplumbing.ca

JOIN OUR TEAM Southern Oaks Ltd is looking for self motivated experienced “AZ” endorsed drivers to “Join our Team” We are located in Essex Ontario where we provide local recycle companies with roll off and dump trailers.

We travel throughout Michigan and Ohio and drivers are not required to sleepover.

Experience Preferred: • Three years Tractor/Trailer • Dump Trailer and Roll Off • US/Canada Customs Requirements: • AZ • Current fast card • Current Drivers abstract The successful candidate obtaining the driving position will be the recipient of good pay and excellent benefit entitlement.

All candidates are to submit their resumes to: Southern Oaks Ltd. Human Resources Manager Randy Voakes 370 Allen Ave., Essex ON N8M 3G6 Fax: 519-776-9452 Email: randyvoakes@southernoaksltd.com

TAKE NOTICE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Kingsville passed By-law 30-2016 on the 14th day of March, 2016 under Section 17(23) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13. By-law 30-2016 was adopted to implement OPA 5 an amendment to the Official Plan for the Town Kingsville for all lands within the geographical limits of the Corporation of the Town of Kingsville.

And TAKE NOTICE the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Kingsville has passed By-law 31-2016 on the 14th day of March, 2016 under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13. By-law 31-2016 was adopted as an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1-2014 for the Town of Kingsville for all lands within the geographical limits of the Corporation of the Town of Kingsville.

THE APPEAL PROCESS Any person of public body who, before the by-law was passed, made oral submissions at a public meeting or written submissions to Council may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) in respect of these By-laws by filing with the Municipal Clerk of the Town of Kingsville not later than 4:30 pm EST, on April 4th, 2016, A Notice of Appeal must set out the reasons for the appeal using OMB Appellant Form “A1” (available on-line at www.omb.gov.on.ca or at the municipal office). Such notice must be accompanied by the filing fee of $125.00 for each application appealed, made payable to the Minister of Finance by certified cheque or money order only, as required by the OMB. For additional OMB fees please see the OMB Fee Schedule.

Only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a by-law or a decision of the Town to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group.

However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association of the group on its behalf.

No person of public body shall be added as a party to the hearing of the appeal unless, before the by-law(s) are passed, the person or public body made oral submission at a public meeting or written submission to the Council of the Town of Kingsville or, in the opinion of the Ontario Municipal Board, there are reasonable grounds to add the person or public body as a party.

An explanation of the purpose and effect of the By-law(s) is attached. The complete By-law(s) and associated information is available for inspection during regular office hours.

DATED AT THE TOWN OF KINGSVILLE THIS 16th DAY OF MARCH, 2016.

Robert Brown, MCIP, RPP Manager, Planning & Development Services Tel: 519-733-2305 (x 250) Email: rbrown@kingsville.ca

EXPLANATORY NOTE TO BY-LAW NO. 30-2016 & 31-2016 In summary it is proposed to add a new subsection 2.10 under Section 2, General Development Policies of the Kingsville Official Plan, which will address the following: • Encourage new development to plan for the potential second dwelling units • Ensure the character of existing residential neighbourhoods is protected • Direct that a Landowner’s Guide to assist dwelling owners in the navigation of second unit development processes be prepared • Provide policy direction to the amending zoning by-law regarding owner occupancy; minimum / maximum second dwelling unit size; exterior alterations; parking; servicing requirements; access; accessory structures; and other items which may arise during internal and external consultation The zoning by-law amendment will: • Add a second unit definition under Section 3, Definitions • Set out the regulations concerning second units under Section 4, General Provisions • Provide minor amendments to various residential zoning classifications in Section 6, if necessary Second dwelling units will be required to conform with the applicable residential zone provisions in which they are developed. While the zoning will permit a second dwelling unit in urban residential zones and not be subject to appeal, any potential development that requires relief from a zoning provision(s) will continue to be subject to application for a minor variance or zoning amendment and those applications will continue to be subject to appeal.

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Saturday, April 2 at 10:00 am For Ron & Sandra Marontate, Amherstburg, ON Sale will be held at the Marontate farm located at 7920 Conc. 7, Amherstburg at the corner of the Collison Sideroad. From Essex Cty Rd 20 at the first curve west of Harrow take the Collison Sideroad west approx. 2 km to the farm.

FOR SALE: Large dog, 2 door Crate.

36”24”x27”. Minimum use, remains in box, $60.00. Universal dog/pet barrier - Gate for SUV/Minivan, $40.00.

Esthetician black locking trolley, very gently used. Purchaced at Cosmoprof, $75.00. Broyhill cherry tv & stereo cabinet. Glass door to stereo area, bottom drawer. Fits a 32”TV. L57” x W19” x H46”, 12-1t* $300.00 _____________________ FOR SALE: 4GB Acer computer tower.

1 monitor, 1 keyboard, 1 mouse, in excellent condition. $150.00. Call 51912-1t* 839-5128.

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Tractors: J.D. model 40 standard gas motor rebuilt at Pook’s, runs well; McCormick W4 standard; Int 434 gas, good rubber, runs well; Farmall 140 rebuilt by Ken Sturdevant; Farmall A, not running; Lawnmower, 3 ph Chopper & Grass Equip: J.D. 38” Commercial walk behind mower w/rider cart, very low hrs; Bush Hog 3 ph chopper; week wackers; older push mowers; Roto ller: Real good Troy Built roto ller & other llers; Grain Drill, Disc, Roller & Blade, etc: IH no. 10 grain drill w/ grass seeder; approx. 12’ wheel disc; 3 sec on land roller; 3 ph scraper blade; 3 ph dirt bucket; 2 wheel trailer; snowmobile for parts; Tools, Shop Equip: Farm hand like new portable air compressor; sta onary air compressor, needs repair; A-frame & hoist; chain saws; wrenches; vices; hand tools; jacks; carts; etc; Toys: large plas c riding toys; Chicken Plucker: working chicken plucker; An ques & Collec bles: two 1936 an que Bea e washing machines; dump rake; barn jacks; barn lanterns; sleighs; horse drawn mower & numerous small primi ves & collec bles.

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(3% premium for Visa & MC) Proprietors: Ron & Sandra Marontate, 519-736-2280 Auc oneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561 Photos at www.jackmorrisauc ons.com

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E-file or paper file. Call Jeannette Grass (519) 776-7090.

6-12t _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavesthrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362.

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HELP WANTED _____________________ HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0.

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WANTED _____________________ CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-9237 or 519-791-5046.

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Pastor Tom Crandall spoke on how we grow in faith by surrendering. Whatever God puts in your spirit, if you’ll hold unto it, it will pull you into your destiny. Faith always starts like a seed. The oak tree is in the acorn!

Ladies Night Out, April 8th, 7 p.m. (Ages 18-29) at Ashley Johnson’s.

Spring Conference, “The Sound of Transformation,” with Pastor Jeff Johns is April 27-29th.

Restoration House Healing Rooms, 2548 County Rd. 27, Woodslee. Open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1p.m. Happy Easter and be blessed!

Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Messy Church is Thursday, March 24, from 6- 8 p.m. It’s open to families with kids of all ages. It’s a great experience!

On Wednesday, April 6 please attend a Partners in Mission Fundraising Pasta Dinner at the Salvation Army Church from 5 -7 p.m. More details to follow next week.

Tuesdays are busy with SA Connections meeting from 10-1p.m. and Bible Study follows. Come out and enjoy our community programs and meet new friends, participate in a variety of activities, and have a delicious free lunch!

Our Good Friday Service on March 25 will be held at the Salvation Army Church in Leamington at 10:30a.m. A potluck lunch will follow and we will provide desserts.

Call the office at 519-776-4628 if you need a ride.

Join us Easter Sunday at 9a.m. for breakfast. Please sign up or call if you are planning to attend. Our Worship Service will follow at 10:30a.m. - note the time change. Major Sam Roberts will lead this joyous celebration of the Easter Season!

Our free movie night is Sunday, April 3rd at 6p.m. “God’s Not Dead” is a wonderful presentation for all the family to enjoy.

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for our two Special Services. Good Friday Service at 10am at Belle River United Church. This is a joint service. “Jesus has Risen” Easter Early Sunday Service at 8am at Lakeview Park Belle River, followed by breakfast at Belle River United Church. Easter Service with Holy Communion is at 10am at Belle River United.

Both Easter Services are a joint service for both Churches. Rev. Ann will serve the Communion. A joint choir of Woodslee Choir and Belle River Choir will perform a special song for the Easter Service.

Session would like to thank all who gave to our Lenten Outreach Project for the Windsor Youth Centre and the Essex Food Bank.

If you are in need of a ride to church or a special event, please contact us at the church office by 2 pm the Thursday before.

Check out the Library in the round room or a good book to read to that special child in your life. Check out the Children’s Library in the Sunday School area.

We are planning an event called “Big Mouth, Big Bowl Challenge – Soup Edition.”

Bring your Best homemade soup along with the recipe for a chance to win the “Golden Ladle”at Woodslee United on April 16 and enjoy local entertainment. More details to follow.

Choir Practice: Mondays at 7:30 pm. We can always use new members.

Coffee and Conversation: Thursdays at 10 am. Come out and join us in conversation and have a coffee or tea on us.

Fresh food. Friendly neighbours 191 Talbot St. S., Essex

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Tuesday at 10 am and our trip to the Casino on Tuesday, March 29th in the evening. Call the club at 519-776-6689 for sign up.

The Spring Bazaar is just around the corne, April 9. Doors opening at 9am. We are still looking for vendors.

The exercise group is now meeting every Tues. and Thurs. at 9.15 am. The carpet bowling is now on Mondays at 10am.

Trinity Church We keep in our prayers Richard, Millie, Matthew, Debbie, James, Fran, and Ashton.

The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Dick & Merle Alexander, given by Archie & Vicky Van Belle and Tom & Kay Schinkelshoek and their families.

Happy Birthday this week to Christian Wuerch, Reed Vander Vecht, and Paula Beattie.

Plan to join us during Holy Week. Maundy Thursday we will have potluck & worship beginning at 6pm at Trinity. A celebration of the Last Supper through the experience of collective food, fellowship, and worship. Good Friday at St. Paul’s 11am family service and at 3pm Traditional Good Friday service. Easter Vigil is Saturday, March 26th, 7pm at Trinity. This service includes the lighting of the new fire, renewal of our Baptismal Covenant, Holy Communion and beautiful music. Everyone welcome.

As our Lenten journey comes to and end remember our Forty Acts of Kindness. This week’s challenges are to do a chore that you don’t normally do, get back in contact with someone you’ve lost touch with, pick up litter, donate a toy, etc.

Join un Easter Sunday at 9:15am, in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam. Everyone is welcome!

Essex Baptist Church submitted by Stephanie Winger

Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com.

Kid’s Club is offered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm.

Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm.

Woodslee Friendship Club Monday euchre winners were George Diesbourg, Elmer Quinlan, Joan Broeders, Helene Manley, and Shirley Quinlan.

Wednesday Pepper winners were George Diesbourg, Joanne McMurren , Aggie Rivait, Mary Demars, Mike Renaud, and Helene Manley.

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Essex Retirees’ Social Club Saturday Afternoon Euchre Players were 20 in total with Shirley Stiers in first place, Margaret Beneteau second and Barb Murphy third.

Monday Night Pepper winners were Evelyn Vivier, and Shirley Stiers.

2021 Division Road North Low for the night was Louise Perrault.

Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 Floyd Cascadden won with high score on (519) 733-2305 Tuesday Afternoon at Pepper. Judy Lane www.kingsville.ca and Kevin Edwards tied for the most kingsvilleworks@kingsville.ca Peppers. Shirley Doey was low. Shirley Doey had high score at Wednesday Night Pepper. George Diesbourg and Eileen Ames tied with the most Peppers and Tom RE: Consideration of By-law 36-2016 and Review of Kelly was low.

Final Schedule of Assessment for the Wigle Avenue Thursday Evening Bridge scores show a tie between Ruby Robertson and Storm Sewer System Diane Dennis.

TAKE NOTICE the Regular Meeting of Council will commence at 6:00 p.m. on We wish everyone a Happy Easter.

Monday, April 11, 2016 at Kingsville Council Chambers, 2021 Division Road The Club is closed Friday and Monday. We North for the purpose of Stantec Consulting Ltd. and Town Administration to will be open for Euchre on Saturday at 1pm. report on and present the Final Schedule of Assessment RE: Wigle Avenue Don’t forget our Pepper lessons on Storm Sewer System and to consider By-law 36-2016, being a By-law Imposing Fees and charges by The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville in connection with the above works.

Interested persons may make comments at this Meeting or may send comments in writing to the Clerk at the below address. Comments sent to the Clerk must be received not later than 12:00 noon on Wednesday, April 6, 2016.

Comments which are made at the meeting or in writing will become part of the public record which is available for anyone to view on the Town of Kingsville website.

DATED at Kingsville, Ontario this 17th day of March, 2016.

Jennifer Astrologo, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 www.essexfreepress@on.aibn.com

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE Please be advised that all wreaths, flowers, etc. must be removed from TOWN OF ESSEX CEMETERIES by FRIDAY, APRIL 1, 2016 as per Section 3.03 of By-Law No. 1186 (Amended).

This will allow for spring and summer maintenance.

Thank you for your co-operation.

Robert Auger Manager of Legislative Services and Clerk Town of Essex 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario N8M 1A8 Telephone: 519 776-7336, extension 1132

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by Sylene Argent Members of the Essex & Community Historical Research Society (ECHRS) were pleased with the large turnout for their annual Historical Celebration pasta and chicken dinner on Saturday evening at the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion

(Branch 201).

ECHRS President Laurie Kowtiuk was happy to point out many artifacts that the group had on display, including a framed land deed from the 1800s.

Kowtiuk was pleased to point out that the silent auction table stretched from one end of the

Legion Hall to the other.

The items were donated by the Club’s members and supporters who wanted to help the event raise as much as possible.

The event proceeds will help ECHRS continue with its mission of preserving and promoting the area’s rich history.

An example of what ECHRS does in trying to preserve the past is it is currently trying to preserve land deeds it has recently obtained.

ECHRS has been around for around nine years, and over a year ago celebrated the centennial anniversary of the old Carnegie building, located at 18 Gordon Ave. This facility houses ECHRS and the documents and artifacts

ECHRS President Laurie Kowtiuk helps this young patron select a silent auction item to bid on.

in its possession.

Momentum behind ECHRS and its mission seems to be growing.

Last week, Kowtiuk said, ECHRS picked up three

more members. Some of its members have an invested interested in wanting to preserve Essex’s rich history, and others want access to

the materials ECHRS possesses, and tap into the knowledge ECHRS members have, to work on their family trees.

Happy Easter Joyeuses Pâques Tracey Ramsey MP for Essex 316 Talbot Street N, Unit 6, Essex ON N8M 2E1

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by Fred Groves As Steve Shilson sits in the comfortable confides of his Essex home, he takes time to look back on a recent winter’s adventure.

The 28-year-old film maker trekked through a Quebec forest and created a remarkable video.

Contracted by an Ottawa-based hockey apparel company, Shilson and his crew carried their gear knee deep in snow to get to an abandoned

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mine an hour north of the nation’s capital.

There they found and documented a group of local men engaged in the nation’s greatest past time, hockey.

“I really didn’t know what I was going to see until I got there. The video revolves around how cool the location is,” Shilson said.

The video opens with a man trudging through snow with his hockey stick and skates, his

destination – a game of pond hockey with his buddies.

What is remarkable about this project is that it was the first time that Shilson used a drone and the high level shots are to say the least, remarkable.

It has been a long journey for Shilson, who first started videotaping his buddies wrestling in the back yard more than a dozen years ago. He took those clips to show his friends in school.

He graduated from the Spec Howard School in Michigan and then spent a year in Toronto working with a production company as an assistant editor. After realizing the big city was not for him, he returned to Essex and set up shop and his company, Straylight Films.

“This is the 10th year I’ve been doing it. The goal was to do video fulltime for a living. I love doing it.”

Hockey is what seems to be getting him the most attention and Octagon Hockey which is an agency for players is utilizing Shilson’s

services.

“Six of their players are going to be drafted in the first round of the NHL. We are following them around and doing a mini-series,” Shilson said.

The first of those are set to air May 1, and every 15 days a new one will be showcased.

By his own admission, Shilson is a bit surprised at his success.

“I would have just been happy to do videos.

I’ve had some lucky bounces but I have worked my butt off too,” he said.

He has worked with NHLers Claude Giroux and Bobby Ryan, and great names of the sport, such as Bobby Orr and Don Cherry at the Prospects Game.

“I didn’t think I would

get into hockey videos. I love hockey.”

And while shooting the sports and documenting up-and-comers, Shilson’s bread-and-butter comes from wedding videos.

He does about 30 of them each year and has recorded weddings in Paris, Jamaica, and Mexico. Some of his work has been featured on Good Morning America, CTV, and Fox News.

Shilson is also well known locally as being part of the group that made the ‘mocumentary’, “Softballs.”

“It was my desire to do a feature length movie.

It was a lot of fun. We sold out in 10 theatres. It was done out of passion, not to make money.”

His editing is done at his home office which is in the corner of his couch in his living room beneath a gigantic poster advertising “Softballs.”

For Steve Shilson, talent, imagination, and creativity seem to have no boundaries.

And while some may say that the sky is the limit, for him, it just might be the beginning.

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Continued from Page 17 Friday euchre winners were Joanne McMurren, Fran McKim, George Diesbourg, John Broeders, Joan Broeders, George Davidson, Ernie Lariviere, and Tom Allison.

Last Wednesday, we enjoyed a festive afternoon with a delicious Irish stew luncheon, sang Irish songs accompanied by Fr. Moe and his guitar, and finished the day with some good pepper games.

Please note: There will be NO CARDS on Good Friday, March 25. However, we will

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play on Easter Monday, March 28. Have a Happy Easter with family and friends. For more info, call Irene at 519-975-2283.

Nancy & Peter Steeves, and Lock-Up is Jerry Farough.

Have a Happy Easter Week!

Harrow United Church

Essex United Church Our Sunday morning worship service begins at 10:30 am. with a fellowship hour following.

Holy Week service: March 24-Maundy Thursday- Potluck at 6 pm and service at 7 pm; March 25, 7 pm -Good Friday Service; March 26, 7 pm -Easter Vigil at Trinity Anglican in Cottam, and March 27-Easter Morning: 8:30 am - Sunrise service on our front lawn followed by breakfast in the lower hall, our Traditional Easter Service will be at 10:30 am.

Essex United’s annual Murder Mystery, “The Mystery at Devil’s Gulch,” is coming Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16. Call the church office to get tickets and info.

Submitted by Larry Anderson

Easter Services at Harrow United Church will be as follows: March 25 (Good Friday) – 10:30 am, March 27 (Easter Sunrise Service) - 7 am at John R. Park Homestead and (Easter Family Service) – 10:30 am. During our Easter Family Service we will celebrate with Choir, Trumpets, and our wonderful Pipe Organ! We welcome everyone to join us!

It’s time for our Spring MacMillan’s Food Order. Please contact the Church Office for order forms and information at 519-738-4223. Orders are due on March 31st and the delivery date will be on April 15th.

To learn more about our caring Faith Community, please find us at: www. harrowunited.org.

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All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service at 10am with Pastor Linda Blair. Sunday School is available at 10:15am.

All are welcome to our Easter Services: Maundy Thursday, March 24 is at 7pm.

Good Friday Service is at 10am. Easter Sunday Celebration is on March 27 at 10am.

The next Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, April 5 at 2pm. Hazel is looking for volunteers for the service.

Please plan to attend our Official Board Meeting on Sunday, April 10, following the service.

We are making meat pies on Thursday and Friday, April 7 & 8, starting at 9:30 am.

A signup sheet is in the hall for those who can help and for those placing orders.

At our Easter Sunday celebration the Elder on Duty is Hazel Farough, Door Greeters

Essex Community Services Did you know? Essex Foodland Receipts continue to be accepted as part of our ongoing fundraising efforts. Please bring in all Essex Foodland receipts (tapes) to Essex Community Services at 35 Victoria Ave, Unit 7, Essex. As well, income tax receipts are provided for cash donations over $10.00. These donations are very important and enable us to continue offering our many programs and services to the community. Our programs include Transportation, Foot Care, Security Checks, Income Tax Clinics, Snow Patrol, Coats for Kids, Counselling, and more. We appreciate your efforts in helping Essex Community Services. Please contact us at 519-776-4231 for more information.

Holy Name of Jesus Church submitted by Therese Lecuyer

Join us for Holy Week Worship Services: Holy Thursday at 7pm with Adoration until 11pm. Good Friday 11am and 3pm services. Easter Sunday at 8am, 9:30am, and 11:30am.

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Continued from Page 20 The K of C Fish Fry is on March 25th, from 4:30-7:00 pm. Take-out is available.

The K of C General Meeting is on April 7, Squires on March 28. The Squires Yard Sale is on Sat., April 2, 8am-2pm in the Parish Hall. Donations can be dropped off on Friday from 10am-6pm.

The CWL is collecting items for the Welcome Centre for Homeless Women. Please continue saving your Foodland receipts to help the poor.

The Annual Women’s Conference is on Saturday, May 7 with Keynote Speaker Kimberly Hahn. Tickets and information are available at the Parish Office.

Happy Easter from my family to yours! God Bless - Therese Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

You are invited to attend our Good Friday worship service at 10am with Pastor Aaron Thompson, Pastor Darrell Edgar, and the Ambassador CRC from Windsor.

Included in the service, we will celebrate of the Lord’s Supper.

Join us again on Easter Sunday at 10am as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Nursery supervision is provided for both services. Do plan to stay afterwards for a time of fellowship with coffee or tea.

GEMS & Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00pm. All girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 are invited to attend.

Thanks to all who came out to our Movie Night last Friday. We had some great snacks, drinks, and good times! Our next Movie Night will be April 29, at 6pm.

Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.

Worship Serice is every Sunday morning at 10am. Sunday School is available for the children.

Joy Club meets every Tuesday, at 3:30 pm. All young people are welcome!

Please plan to attend a Special Business Meeting after church on Sunday, April 3.

Paquette News submitted by Pam Hartley

Come and share in the celebration of our Lord’s resurrection as we gather for our Easter morning worship in our community. Service times are 8:15am and 11:00am at St. Stephen’s and 9:30 at Church of the Redeemer. Before we celebrate our Easter Festival, we will gather for our Good Friday service at St. Stephen’s at 10:00am. We hope you will come out and join us!

St. Stephen’s Cemetery Board is asking that all wreaths and blankets be removed from the cemetery by April 2nd at the latest.

Mark your calendars for Redeemers’ 10th annual All-You-Can-Eat Pasta Dinner, 4 -7pm. Come out on Saturday, April 16th.

St. Stephens Annual Yard Sale is slated for Saturday, April 30th from 8:30am -2:00pm.

For more information, check our website www.ststephens-redeemer.com or contact Reverend Paul Poolton 519.969.7808.

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lowest tally Kay Christie. Winners for the men are: first place J. Ozniska, second place Vincent Dufour, third place George Diesbourg, and lowest tally Tyler Gemus. Series winners are: first place Jean Caron, second place Shelley Miguel, and third place tied between Rosaire Girard and Elmer Quinlan. Thank you to the coordinators, donors and participants who make our annual Lenten card parties so successful!

Please keep our RCIA candidates Monica Delicatta and Karla McCarthy in your prayers as they join the Catholic Church at Easter Vigil.

Holy week Masses at St. Mary’s are on Good Friday at 3p.m., Saturday Easter Vigil at 7p.m., and Easter Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

There will be a Good Friday Fish Fry at St. Mary’s Hall from 4 to 6p.m.

The Jubilee Refugee Committee of St. John’s and St. Mary’s will have two fundraisers: a Bake Sale after each Mass at both sites on April 2nd and 3rd, and a Bottle Drive; save your beer and liquor bottles and drop them off on April 23-24 at St. Mary’s or at St. John’s.

Everyone is invited to take a tour of the Faithville Production studio at Tom and Lorraine Collins on Thursday, April 14th at 7p.m. Sponsored by the Sandwich South Historical Society.

Happy Birthday to Jane Cloutier and Amy St. Louis.

Please keep all who are shut in, hospitalized or in nursing homes, and their care givers in your prayers.

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Our St. John’s/St. Mary’s Jubilee Refugee Committee will coordinate a new Parish Family Photo Directory. Photo sessions take place the beginning of June. More information can be found in brochures distributed this weekend at both churches.

The winners from the final Lenten Card party are for the ladies are: first place Mae Tremblay, second place Joanne McMurren, third place Donna Eyraud, and

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1929 Model A Ford owner learns something new!

Pictured left: Bob Henderson’s beautiful 1929 Model A Ford Tudor with twin ah-OO-gah horns, spoke wheels, running boards, and whitewall tires. Price when new at the Ford plant in Windsor, Ontario, was $680.

Pictured below: The trunk is really a trunk which sits on a rack at the back.

An email arrived from Bob Henderson of Kitchener, Ontario: “Bill, I had quite a chuckle when I read Don Osadec’s letter about his gearshift in the Dec. 21 issue of Old Autos (in which Don tied a bag of oranges to the shift lever of a ’54 Chev to keep the car from popping out of third gear). That story reminded me of another story.

“I had my 1929 Model A Tudor for about ten years when I went to a car show in Waterloo one day. An older gentleman, twenty years my already senior age, was looking in my car and asked me: ‘Does it have a kissing gearshift?’

“I said I did not know what he was talking about when he offered to show me.

He grasped my shift lever below the knob, pulled it up and swung it over to where it now rested touching the dash. I thought he had broken it until I swung it back and snapped it into place, with considerable pressure I might add.

“He looked at me smiling and said when we were out with the ladies parking in lovers lane back in the day, we could swing the gearshift over out of the way so we could pay proper attention to the ladies. You learn something new every day!”

On the same day I typed this story into my laptop, a friend of mine, Bill Gay, learned something new when we were talking about the early days of the Ford Motor Company, which began on June 16, 1903. The first Ford offered that year was called the Model A, which was soon replaced by the Model B, C, F, K, N, R, S, and finally the famous Model T, which came out in October 1908. Another Model A (the one we know and love today) came out in December 1927 and remained in production until 1931.

When Henry Ford announced in 1927 that the Model T would be replaced by a new Ford, he went back to the beginning of the alphabet. Not many people in 1928 would think of the earlier A, and by starting at the front of the alphabet again, Ford was sending the message that this new car is really new – and a definite departure from the Model T. I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”

submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the public to ensure that their vehicles are locked and valuables are kept out of sight.

With the increase in temperature, comes the increase in opportunity for would be thieves to strike. The OPP have responded to a number of reports lately, that vehicles have been entered and various items stolen from within the vehicle. In many cases, the vehicles have been left unlocked while stationary and unattended.

Police are advising the public to remove valuables from your vehicles before leaving them and ensure that your vehicle is locked.

Always rollup your vehicle’s windows, lock the doors and pocket the keys. Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. If you have a garage, use it and lock the doors as well as your vehicle. Never leave your car keys in plain view or in an easily accessible area. Always park your

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Never leave valuable objects or packages in full view. Put them in the trunk.

If you see anything or anyone suspicious, you are asked to contact police immediately.

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Ravens bring home OMHA championship

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by Fred Groves The Essex peewee minors are Ontario Minor Hockey Association champions.

Om Saturday night in Barrie, the Ravens fell behind 1-0 and then rallied

to a 5-2 win, clinching the title and the Roy Beechy Trophy in three straight victories.

“We were down 1-0 and then we came back.

We got into some penalty trouble,” Essex head

coach Dan Garon said.

The previous weekend the Ravens hosted the Colts and were on the winning side of the scoreboard, 3-1 and 2-1.

However, it was all Essex on Saturday.

“It was a lop-sided game. We were all over them. We had great fan support,” Garon added.

Jake Tetzlaff opened up the scoring for Essex before Kyle Bleau added his first of two on the night. Also scoring for the winners were Tanner Garon and Jack Fuerth with an empty-netter to seal the deal.

Caven McCabe picked up the win in net for the champions.

Essex’s run to the finals was a storied one as it lost the first two games of the playoffs to its Essex County rivals, the Amherstburg Stars.

Facing elimination in that opening round, the team battled back and

won three straight over the Stars before knocking off the St. Thomas Stars.

Next up were the Welland Tigers, which Essex beat in the quarterfinals. It then then swept a tough team from Owen Sound in the semis.

“The kids had new coaches this year and it was a process for them to adapt to new systems. It takes time,” Garon said.

His assistant coaches, Chad Wolters, Tyler Raymont, Chris Mulcaster, and trainer Sean McCabe, who always got the players pumped up, deserve a lot of credit for this accomplishment.

“A lot of people said we were getting better and better. We rolled three lines to make it a total team effort,” Garon said.

In all, the Ravens went 15-4 in the post-season, capping with an eight game unbeaten streak.

“They really wanted it.

It was the third chance at it. They knew what they had to do to reach their goal.”

These players were finalist the past two years as major atoms, and the year before as minor atoms.

The future certainly looks bright for them now.

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Free swim makes a splash in March Break fun

by Sylene Argent Over the March Break, the Town of Essex offered

many activities for area youth to enjoy, while promoting a healthy and

active lifestyle.

In celebration of area youth having some time off school, the Town of Essex offered family friendly recreational skating and swimming opportunities, including a WindsorEssex Communities In Motion sponsored free recreational swim on Thursday, March 17. It also offered its March Break Clubhouse Day Camp program.

For having nice weather on Thursday, staff members at the Essex Aquatics Centre were happy the free recreational swim had a great turn out of many families.

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