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Cataleya Petit enjoys petting a horse at the at the 58th annual Cottam Fall Fair & Horse Festival.

With the ﬁnal days of summer winding down, residents ﬂocked and galloped to Cottam’s Ridgeview Park to take in the 58th

For the ﬁrst time since 2019, the Annual Cottam Fall Fair and Horse Festival made its return to Ridgeview Park on Sunday.

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The park was ﬁlled with families exploring all the activities the grounds had to offer during the event, while having a chance to check out recent renovations done by the Town of Kingsville.“It’snice to see everyone back here enjoying the Fall Fair and [being] together again,” Dan Levy, President of the Cottam Rotary Club, said. “We have had more vendors, more participants. I think a lot of people missed this event and it’s good to be back. These types of events are what keep small communities together and what keeps them on the map.”

annual event, enjoying the opportunity to soak in the warm weather, peruse local craft vendors, and, of course, watch horse demonstrations.

Kacey Clark (red) and Hannah Chandler pose in front of the Rotary Sign at the 58th annual Cottam Fall Fair & Horse Festival.

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Development of Water Model for HarrowColchester South approved Council appointed C3 Water Inc and Stantec Consulting Ltd. to develop a water model of the HarrowColchester South Water Supply System in the amount of $35,210.69, with the cost of the project to come out of Water

• Essex Fire competes 86% of recommendations set out in the 2017-2021 Master Plan • • Development of Water Model for Harrow-Colchester South approved • • County to be asked to get rural services City info to help get homeless on “By Names” list • And More...

“WithReserves.increasing demands on water supply within the Town of Essex, there is a need to study and review, through the development of a hydraulic model, the Town’s water supply systems,” Director of Infrastructure, Kevin Girard, stated in the Report to Council.

why some of the recommendations were not followed up on, which included the ﬁre service determining better solutions or alternatives.

The beautiﬁcation and underground infrastructure project area for downtown Harrow included Queen Street, from Colio Drive to King Street, King Street, from Erie Street North to Walnut Street South, and McAffee, Street, from King Street to Wellington Street.

Thanks to the Canada Community-Building Fund, the Town of Essex was able to invest more than $5.4M into the Harrow Streetscape Project.

C3 Water has already developed a water model of the Essex-UWSS distribution system in 2020, the Report to CouncilAdministrationadds. set aside $52,000 to complete a water modelling study of the Harrow-Colchester South Water Supply System, so there are sufﬁcient funds to complete this project.

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“We made that come to life in 2021, with the Harrow Streetscape project,” Kevin Girard, Director of Infrastructure, said in the video. He included the project added accessibility and active transportations features, such as accessible crosswalks, new curbing, rest areas with benches, and green spaces for those shopping or visiting the area.

Essex Fire Chief, Rick Arnel, provided a summary report on the four-year Master Plan.

STR incident at Colchester Harbour Council received the report that noted during the month of August, the Town of Essex had two incidents with the Short Term Rental (STR) units at the Colchester Harbour.Both complaints were noise-related due to partying, with area residents complaining to security and police, who responded to the incident. The owner of the STR also responded within an hour of being contacted.

The two-minute video highlights the funds the Town of Essex utilized through the Canada Community Building Fund to support the Harrow Streetscape project. The planning of the project began in 2016, and through community input, the theme, which included its “farm roots” with “small town chic,” was selected.

In 2016, the Report notes, Council approved funding to conduct a Fire Master Plan. PoMax was selected to undertake the project.

Some of the recommendations included relocating Station 2; completing a Building Condition Assessment and Feasibility Study for renovation, addition, or new building for Fire Station 3, training enhancement and increased attendance; and the completion of an annual Community Risk Assessment.

Through the Master Plan, PoMax made 35 recommendations, ranging from low to high priority. “We were able to implement 30 of those recommendations over the past ﬁve-years,” Arnel noted in the Report.

The Canada Community-Building fund is necessary to help the Town of Essex have stability and plan for the future, Meloche added.

Essex Fire competes 86% of recommendations set out in the 2017-2021 Master Plan Council received Essex Fire & Rescue’s report “Fire Master Plan 2017-2021 Summary Report” for information.

A hydraulic water model will allow the Town to analyze demand impacts from proposed development, evaluate system-wide ﬁre ﬂows, improve water quality, and improve operations. It will also allow the Town to input future growth data to evaluate and study high-level servicing plans for the purposes of developing a water servicing master plan, Girard noted.

Canada Community-Building Fund video received Council received the Canada Community-Building Fund video, which the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) submitted for information.

There were two high priority recommendations in the Master Plan, Arnel noted. The ﬁrst was to ensure adherence to the department’s attendance policy. The summary noted in 2021, Essex Fire & Rescue hosted 315 training events, totalling 3,910,25 training hours, superseding what was achieved the previous two-years.

Security staff members have been told to reach out to the STR operator quicker to prevent the situations from continuing longer into the night, the Report to Council notes.Council permitted the STRs at the Colchester Harbour, directing Administration to provide monthly updates on any issues that arise from the STR operators.

Councillor Sherry Bondy asked if there is a way security in the area could intervene if there are noticeable issues, like noise, before residents complain.

Meloche thanked AMO for providing the video, which he said provides before and after photos of downtown Harrow. “It is night and day difference,” he said.

The second high priority recommendation was to conduct an annual Community Risk Assessment. Arnel said this is done every year to determine next steps in how to combat what needs to be done and where to apply resources. This will be done next year in conjunction with the Master Plan update, as required though provincial requirements.Heexplained

“There was a lot of mix-matched infrastructure in the downtowns. There was not much plant growth, and here we are, an agricultural centre,” Essex Mayor Richard Meloche said in the video of why the project was undertaken. “It gives the downtown a fresh new look for our businesses, so they can succeed coming out of these COVID times.”

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CAO Doug Sweet said that has been discussed. Security, for the most part this year, has done a great job, he noted.

That accounts for 86 percent.

Arnel thanked Council for its ongoing support. Councillor Sherry Bondy asked about the location for the new Fire Station # 3 facility. Arnel noted as the Fire Master Plan will be updated next year, that will be left up to the consultant to connect with stakeholders to ensure the proper location is determined.

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I love the conversation we are having about attainable housing at the municipal Council level. Clearly, we need to be creative to come up with some solutions to help individuals and families survive – let alone strive – in the current economy.

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in an area should be attainable by its average worker.

We should not be in a predicament where we need tiny homes, but here we are. Let’s not stay comfortable with that being a solution for a better future, but let’s use it to the best of our advantage in the meantime as we work towards better.

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Loving the attainable housing convo, but let’s continue to look for ways to improve the economy

During the royal visit to Canada in 1951, Princess Elizabeth halted the cavalcade traveling down Ouellette Avenue, making an unscheduled stop when she spotted a little Black girl holding a rose.

The Princess’s gratitude was evident. The little Black girl was taken by surprise! And, she felt very special.

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mindset did not exactly turn out as expected.Iknow it was not a lie, per se. Our parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, and other influencers believed in us when we were small. They wanted us to stay on the right path, make good decisions, and persevere.Ofcourse, the economy works as this cyclical cycle of doing well, stagnation, and crashing. And I am still arguing we NEVER got out of the 2008 “recession,” and, from my eyes, things have continued to bring great difficulty since. We adjusted, thinking things will get better, eventually. We added more hours at work to make additional money – or found additional parttime work elsewhere, we skipped luxuries, stayed living with parents longer than intended, and now we are wondering what else it is we can give up to keep up.Like I said, attainable housing options are important now, because that’s the spot we are in. What we need to promise ourselves is that they will be temporary fixes. In my opinion, the average home

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Times change; societal sensibilities evolve. Current media would not have missed photographing nor neglected to record such a culturally signiﬁcant moment. Nonetheless, the memory will last forever in the mind’s eye of that small Black girl.

We are adaptable creatures. We experience “new normalcies” with every generation. When we look back at photos and take notice of fashion styles or listen to music, we can clearly identify what era something cameWhenfrom.I was little, I was told to work hard, and I could be what I wanted to be when I got older; that the world was my oyster, and the sky was the limit. All I had to do was focus, make good decisions, and work hard.

I was told life would not be easy, but tried to live by the motto of learning from the mistakes made, using them as an opportunity to grow.

Wearing a turquoise dress that probably made her stand out in the crowd, that four-year-old Black female child was Elise Harding (Davis). Memories of that event emerged when Harding-Davis received the QEII Platinum Pin on 6 September, 2022 from MP Chris Lewis, along with 27 other Essex riding notables at Trinity United Church near Kingsville.

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Let us use that as a rule of thumb for measuring economic prosperity, utilizing 30 percent of gross annual household income as the basis of what is considered “attainable” by means of Long-termhousing.solutions will include pressure on all levels of government to make living affordable again. That will include ensuring local families are buying homes, not corporations; attracting good paying jobs with beneﬁts to the entire country; promoting small and medium Canadian-base businesses, and -most importantly – knowing our value as the working class.

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E-Scooters/Bike Program: Council approved the motion for Administration to investigate an E-Scooter/ Bike Program as a pilot project and report back to Council with options and budget implications in time for consideration during the 2023 budget deliberations.

Customer Service Update: In 2021 as part of the Town’s Organizational review a study was conducted that provided observations and recommendations surrounding Customer Service. At this special meeting, Council was provided an update with a presentation that included an overview of research ﬁndings, highlights of the draft Customer Service Strategy, options for the Town’s phone system and next steps. Council and Administration are committed to increased customer satisfaction and creating a culture of customer service. Council received the report and recommended that Administration be directed to pursue Option 2, with provision for Option 3 to be reviewed for the 2023 Budget.

Next Regular Meeting: The next regular meeting of Council is September 27, 2022. The agenda and livestream will be available on the Town’s website: tecumseh.ca

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Kinsey is a social and loving lady who is looking for a furever home. She loves meeting new people and getting showered in all of their unconditional love. She adores head scratches and will be sure to headbutt you to let you know when she wants more! She has lived with male cats in the past and got along peacefully. She hasn’t yet to met a dog or any children. The Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter is at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph: 519-966-5751. To start the adoption process online, please go to: windsorhumane.org/adoptable-animals

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The following are highlights from the September 13, Tecumseh Town Council meeting.

Factors that contributed to the rate supported surplus include: lower wastewater treatment rates, an increase in non-residential water sales and a lower rate for water purchases. Surpluses will be transferred to the: tax rate stabilization reserve to mitigate future tax increases, infrastructure reserve to be used for capital projects, and water/wastewater rate stabilization reserves to mitigate future rate increases. Council approved the report.

Committees and Local Boards Application and Selection Process for 2023: Council approved the recommendation for the Notice of the Call for Applications for Statutory Committees and Local Boards be posted to the Town’s website and social media, advertised in the local media, delivered to the current Local Board Members, displayed on the Town’s LED signs and posted in prominent locations in the Town’s facilities in September 2022. Additionally, the Notice of the Call for Applications for non-statutory Advisory Committees was deferred in order to allow Administration to review these committees and report back to Council on ﬁndings and recommendations. A Special Meeting of Council will be scheduled in December for the purpose of appointments.

Payroll Process Review Update: Council received a report on the payroll process review. Administration will report back to Council with a further update following results of the upcoming ﬁnancial software system review in October 2022. Council approved this report.

County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS): Council received the report for the County Wide Active Transportation System, a project that aims to build a network of trails and encourages active transportation in Essex County. The report outlines the details of the proposed projects for 2023, which are related to detail design of active transportation infrastructure. Additionally, it outlines the Proposed 2023 Municipal Partnership Program (MPP) Projects (a one-week bike camp, bike rodeo and bike valet at various Town events). Funding for this project from the Infrastructure Reserve was approved for the purpose of

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Tecumseh Meeting highlights

Special Council Meetings

Inaugural Meeting of Council-Elect 2022: Council approved that the Inaugural Meeting of the Council-elect for the 2022-2026 term be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 7:00 pm at the Ciociaro Club of Windsor, located at 3475 North Talbot Road, Tecumseh.

2021 Year-End Budget Variance Report: The 2021 year-end budget variance report was received by Council. The report showed a property tax supported surplus of $1.3M and a water/wastewater rate supported surplus of $500K. Primary factors that contributed to the tax supported surplus include: unbudgeted grant funding, position vacancies, materials and supplies savings, and a reduction to contract services costs.

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Transfer of Municipal Roads to the Town of Tecumseh: Council approved the recommendation for report PWES-2022-38 to transfer a portion of Outer Drive and a portion of South Talbot Road back to the Town of Tecumseh from the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) ownership. The MTO previously assumed part of Outer Drive and South Talbot Road during construction of the Right Honourable Herb Gray Parkway which was completed in 2021. The MTO will add these roadway transfers to the Ministry’s list of planned municipal transfers. At this time, the MTO does not have an anticipated timeline but will advise the Town accordingly.

Call for 2022 Award Nominations: Due to the Municipal and School Board election running from October 14-24, it was recommend the call for 2022 Award Nominations for the Dr. Henri Breault Award, Donny Massender Award, the Senior of the Year Award and the Youth of the Year Award be moved to January, 2023. Thereafter, submissions would be considered at a Special Meeting of Council on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Council approved the report.

the CWATS application and referred to the 2023 Budget process. Council approved the report.

Alley Closing and Transfer of Land Abutting 374 and 382 Barry Avenue and 12748 Little River Boulevard: Council received and approved the report LCS-2022-31. The report outlines that the Acting Clerk prepare a by-law to close up and authorize the sale of the alley located between 374 and 382 Barry Avenue and Little River Boulevard to the neighbouring property owners. The by-law is to be conﬁrmed at the September 27, 2022 Regular Council Meeting. The cost of the closure and conveyance will be the responsibility of all the neighbouring property owners.

“We need names, phone numbers, and emails that we can distribute to our food banks and social workers and aid groups to ensure those many homeless in the County are identiﬁed and placed on that ‘By Names’ list,”” Bjorkman said.

This was a 131.3 percent increase from August 2021.

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Councillor Chris Vander Doelen asked if staff was going to look into the possibility and cost of taking over the Amherstburg section that provides water to a portion of Essex. That may be useful to know as the Town has run into issues with not being in charge of all of its utilities.Girard noted the water model can be used to evaluate and see if that could be a potential option, however, there are extensive challenges to assume another municipality’s infrastructure.

Mayor Richard Meloche asked if Girard has heard complaints about water pressure in the HarrowColchester South system. Girard said the water model will look at that.

Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman spoke of the Windsor’s Housing and Homelessness Advisory Committee (HHAC) and a recent presentation its representatives made at County Council. The City of Windsor is the purse-keeper of the funds for the region and provides them to areas in need. The decision for that is made by the location of the homeless.

In the past few surveys, it has been found 90 percent or more of homeless are in the City of Windsor. Essex Mayor Richard Meloche challenged that data at the recent County Council meeting.

The Report noted total construction value for August 2022 – including all new and expanding commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential developments that required a building permit – totalled $15,040,500.

Essex Council received correspondence from Cheryl Tratechaud, Chief Financial Ofﬁcer and Director of Stakeholder Relations for E.L.K. Energy.

“As we prepare a report on the progress to date, we invite any further feedback from Town Council regarding speciﬁc issues or incidents of concerns,” she wrote in the letter, adding the utility’s commitment to

He and Meloche sought endorsement from Essex Council to approach County Council to have its Administration put together a list of contacts of services within the County that assist the homeless, so they can be provided with the City contacts as a way to get county residents who are homeless on the “By Names” list.

The Town of Essex is supplied by the Essex-Union Water Supply System (Essex-UWSS) and the HarrowColchester South Water Supply System (HCSWSS). In addition, there is a portion of the Town of Essex that is supplied by the Town of Amherstburg.

“There is limited contact with our organizations in

Homeless, he said, is someone who has to move back in with parents, or seniors who have to move in with their children, because they cannot afford a place to reside, as well as those who do not have shelter. E.L.K. directs Council to website after request for update

At that meeting, Meloche noted the populations, and socioeconomic status, of the County of Essex and City of Windsor are similar, and questioned the measuring process.Inorder to be counted, County reps were told residents must be on the “By Names” list the City holds, which is compiled by staff who attend to kitchens, welfare ofﬁces, and other related resources.

The letter pointed Council to visit its new website elkenergy.com to view the Action Plan or the 2021 Ontario Energy Board (OEB) scoreboard.

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the County,” Bjorkman said.

Development up 131.3%, comparing August 2022 to 2021 Essex Council received the Economic Development Overview for August 2022.

County to be asked to get rural services City info to help get homeless on “By Names” list

The letter was in response to a motion Council made in May, requesting reps from E.L.K. Energy present a progress update on the 2021-2022 Action Plan.

This will help provide a comfort-level for future developments, Girard said.

In addition, the average home sale price in August of this year for Wards 1 and 2 was $547,319, which was signiﬁcantly higher than the $456,284 reported in August of 2021. The average home sale price in August of this year for Wards 3 and 4 was $467,404, which was signiﬁcantly lower than the $617,241 reported in August of Deputy2021.Mayor Steve Bjorkman said this data shows the amount of consistent growth in the Town.

proudly offered its ﬁrst Sip ‘N Shop event to the community, which was not only well-received as the kick-off activity on the 2022 event roster, it was able to raise $3000 for Community Living Essex County (CLEC).

• Councillor Jason Matyi will ask Council to consider directing Administration to create a best practice policy on landscaping in the Town’s right of way.

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“It is pretty pathetic, the letter, actually,” Bondy said. “And I don’t know why they could not treat us with the same respect that they did with the Town of Kingsville, considering we are the

• Councillor Sherry Bondy will ask Council to consider directing Administration to install the cornerstone from the former Harrow Junior Public School at the Harrow Hawk steel sculpture to commemorate it.

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available when it provided Kingsville a letter in the recent past. He believes if Kingsville asked at this point in time, it probably would have been able to go to the website to get the information.Bondyhas been on the website, but wants E.L.K. to answer some of the questions Council has had.

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Photo submitted. Essex Fun Fest Sip ‘N Shop Mixer Committee members Richard Tapping, Kim Verbeek (Co-Chairperson), Joe Garon (Chairperson), and Katie McGuire-Blais, present Corey Dalgleish, Director of Operations for Community Living Essex County, with the proceeds from the Essex Fun Fest Sip ‘N Shop.

Fun Fest’s first “Sip ‘N Shop” raises $3,000 for Community Living

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Members of the Essex Festival Committee are always looking for ways to improve the entertainment offered during the Essex Fun Fest, while thinking of ways the local fourday event can support the community.InJuly, the Essex Festival Committee

“As an organization, we are pleased to be recipients of the funds and look forward to a continued partnership with the Essex [Centre] BIA, the Town of Essex, and the Essex Fun Fest,” Tony DeSantis said,

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who is the Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development for CLEC.Essex Festival Committee Chairperson, Joe Garon, said the Committee members always want to host an array of events to ensure the annual event includes something for all ages. With wanting to add a new highlight to the Thursday evening program, in coming out of COVID lockdowns, and unsure at the time if Essex Centre Streetscape work would be underway, he said Committee members sat down and came up with the idea of the Sip ‘N Shop.“It was a really good event. We hope to expand it next year,” Garon said, adding the hope is to double the event’s attendance in 2023.

Essex Council meeting notes - September 19...

working together with Essex to provide the highest quality of service to customers.Councillor Sherry Bondy wondered why E.L.K. could not provide the same letter as it did for the Town of Kingsville recently, which she said contained more details on things it was doing, like replacing transformers, trimming trees, and working with Hydro One.

Six-months after she spoke publicly about her situation, she was able to buy her ﬁrst home, but at around a third of the price of homes cost today.

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“Unfortunately, I still have many friends and family members who struggle to this day.” housing

• And, identify and rezone existing parcels of land

After discussion on the matter, Council also added Administration include looking at apartment buildings as an additional option as well.

As land-use planners, staff can only recommend land-use options, Jabbour noted.

“It was especially disheartening to build a community, but not be able to live in that community,” she said. “I was a very good example of somebody who would ﬁt that demographic that we really need to focus on in terms of affordable housing.”

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She added that young people and families with entry-level incomes are currently priced out of the local housing market. Retaining younger individuals in the region will be required to continue to drive the localSheeconomy.spokeof her own struggle to obtain housing.

At the end of that meeting, Council directed Administration to outline potential ways the Town of Essex can address the affordable housing issue within the municipality.Inaddition,Administration was asked to prepare an affordable housing strategy in 2019. Since that time, Administration has reported on some strategies to Council, such as for inﬁll opportunities.

to allow for land lease communities and tiny home clusters.The three recommendations were outlined in the report submitted to Council.

With the ongoing cost of living crisis continuing – including the skyrocketing price tag associated with buying or renting a home – Essex Council directed Administration to explore three options through a publicly initiated zoning by-law amendment focused on attainable housing.

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• Rezone existing vacant inﬁll properties – an existing vacant lot in an established area with services – in Essex Centre, Harrow, and Colchester to permit both single-detached and semi-detached dwellings to incentivize inﬁll attainable housing options.

“The issue of affordable housing is extremely complex and it involves many stakeholders. We are only one stakeholder in the game,” she said.

Jabbour deﬁned affordable housing as the purchase price of a home, or rent, that does not exceed 30 percent of the gross annual household income for low and moderate-income households, or a home that is ten percent below the average purchase price of a resale unit, or rent that is at or

Manager of Planning for the Town of Essex, Rita Jabbour, explained the purpose of the report she presented on the matter stemmed from a previous Council meeting in February, where resident, David Mota, who is an affordable housing advocate, presented on possible solutions to address the lack of affordable housing and emergency shelters.

• Remove the minimum required ﬂoor area for dwellings and dwelling units to allow for the construction of tiny homes;

“It is more appropriate for community planning purposes that we discuss initiatives for ‘Attainable Housing,’” Jabbour noted, adding that is the ability of households, at various income levels, to ﬁnd and secure suitable housing.

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Attainable Housing is an important consideration for Essex, Jabbour noted, due to the rising number of area seniors, compared to a shrinking percentage of children. More housing supports for an increasing senior population will be needed.

Not all kids can be ﬁt into the “box” of team sports or social popularity.

Affordable housing, however, may affect any income bracket.

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During a special Council meeting hosted on Monday evening, Essex Council moved to direct Administration look at three options:

Four-years ago, she was a young professional with a good paying job with the Town of Essex, and was disheartened to be processing site plans and subdivision applications, knowing she could not afford them.

important” when looking for a home. Homeowners who are considering selling their homes, or those who simply want to upgrade their existing flooring, may want to consider installing hardwood flooring. Though it’s a project best left to professionals, hardwood flooring can be installed by skilled DIYers. In such instances, homeowners may want to keep these dos and don’ts in mind.

can do much to make a home more appealing to prospectiveHardwoodbuyers.ﬂooring

DO expose wood ﬂooring to the elements in your home prior to installation. The home improvement resource BuildDirect recommends acclimating hardwoods to the space where they will be installed. Skipping this important step could result in gaps during the winter and cupping over the summer. To acclimate hardwoods, open the boxes and spread them out for about a week while running the air conditioner or heater at normal levels. When storing hardwoods prior to installation, avoid keeping them in potentially moist areas like a basement.

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such ﬂooring on their own, and the project can be much easier if they learn as much about installation as possible prior to beginning the project.metrocreativeconnection.com

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ﬂoors in multiple rooms or homes, homeowners may save themselves time, trouble and a signiﬁcant amount of money hiring a professional to do the job.

jamb saw, chalk line, nail set, and tape measurer when installing hardwood ﬂoors. Purchase all necessary tools and read product reviews to ensure each tool is up to the task. Wood ﬂoors can be awe-inspiring. Some homeowners can install

DON’T skimp on tools. A DIY hardwood ﬂooring installation might be less expensive than hiring a professional, but homeowners should resist any temptation to increase those savings further by purchasing less costly tools or fewer tools than is necessary to complete the job. BuildDirect notes that DIYers will need at least a miter saw, table saw, cleat-nailer or stapler, ﬁnish nailer, compressor,

In fact, NAR ﬁgures indicate that 28 percent of buyers between the ages of 35 and 54 consider hardwood ﬂoors “very

DON’T ignore the subfloor. New hardwoods won’t erase the problem of subfloors in poor condition. According to the home renovation experts at BobVila.com, squeaky floors could be an indication that the subfloor has begun to warp or twist. Sinking floors are another indicator of deteriorating subfloors. Subfloors should be somewhat level before new hardwoods are installed, so DIYers should inspect and address subfloor issues before installing new flooring.

DO hire a professional if you have limited or no DIY flooring experience. Hardwood flooring installation is not generally a project for novice DIYers. Hardwood flooring projects may present some common challenges, but no two homes are the same. So unless they have prior experience installing

is a sought-after commodity. Data from the National Association of Realtors indicates that 54 percent of home buyers are willing to pay more for hardwood ﬂoors.

Natural stone continues to be a material of choice in fireplace surrounds. Light colours work well for a fireplace, and also fit with today’s

• Convertible fireplaces: Homeowners can choose between open or sealed fireplaces. A convertible fireplace enables homeowners to have the best features of these options. A convertible fireplace can be converted to wood from gas, or the opposite, in as little as 30 minutes.

Simple steps to improve indoor air quality

• Minimalist style: Many fireplaces are designed in neutral colours with minimal trim that directs focus on the fire and not the appliance. When the fireplace is not in use, it blends in with surroundings and will not compete for attention with other design elements.

(NC) Daily activities like cleaning and cooking, or even lighting candles, can result in indoor air pollution. Emissions from building and construction materials and furniture add to the mix. Throw in possible contaminants such as mould, viruses or allergens, and you can end up with quite the collection of pollutants in your home’s indoorExposureair. to pollutants commonly found in indoor air can cause irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, headaches, dizziness, fatigue and worsened asthma. Improving ventilation in your home is a key

• Leave your interior doors open.

• Have a ﬁltration system built into the duct work of your mechanical HVAC system. Replace or clean the ﬁlter as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

Fireplaces can complement just about any interior style. Fireplaces can be traditional and burn wood or connect to a home’s natural gas supply for on-demand ambiance. What’s more,

• Use bathroom and kitchen fans.

improve the appeal of a home. Various trends are popular this year, making ﬁreplaces highly coveted features.metrocreativeconnection.com

Certain trends have emerged among ﬁreplace

• Open windows and doors when outside conditions permit.•When there are high levels of outdoor air pollution, reduce air entering the home from outside by closing windows and setting your HVAC to recirculation mode.

fans in recent years. Here’s a look at what’s getting consumers ﬁred up about these home decor elements.

Fireplaces are useful features in a home. Fireplaces are sources of ambient heat and also add style to indoor spaces.

lighter colour interior design preferences. Natural stone also works perfectly with both contemporary and rustic decor.

• Keep beds, bedding and furniture away from outside walls to allow air and heat to ﬂow around furnishings.Findmore information on keeping your home safe at canada.ca/healthy-home.?

Fireplace trends help create attractive, comfortable rooms

• Vintage fireplaces: Vintage continues to be a buzzword in 2022, and the choice to go vintage also applies to fireplace styles. A room decorated in vintage elements can be complemented with a vintage fireplace or one designed to look vintage.

fireplaces may come in vented or ventless varieties, depending on homeowners’ preferences and what is allowed by community building codes. That means a chimney or flue may not be needed - expanding the list of rooms where a fireplace can be installed.

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• Integrate into wall decor: Fireplaces that are built right into a wall save space. One can have a television and a fireplace on the same wall. These types of fireplaces work well in modern home designs. Other fireplaces may be built into bookshelves or other wall features.Fireplaces can

• By following these steps to improve ventilation, you can improve the indoor air in your home.

component of maintaining and improving indoor air quality. Ventilation can help improve indoor air quality by removing pollutants and by bringing in fresh air from outside. This is especially important when renovating or when using chemical products in your home.

• Keep baseboard or heating vents clear of furniture.

or installation of paver patios.Some handy ideas can help homeowners transform landscapes without spending too much.metrocreativeconnection.com

• Remove some lawn. Lawns can require hours of upkeep that may involve the application of expensive fertilizers and weed-killing products that are not always so ecofriendly. Reduce the size of a lawn by putting in a mixed planting bed of perennials or ornamental grasses, or use landscape fabric and mulch.

insulate landscapes over winter and protect against weeds.

• Repurpose old items into planters. Old wheelbarrows, barrels, watering cans, and other items can be repurposed into container gardening vessels. Figure out if items marked for the garbage bin can be incorporated into garden features instead.

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These plants sprout anew each year, and many, such as sedum, catmint, ferns, hostas, and black-eyed Susans, can propagate by division. Figure out the best times of year to divide the plants and start growing them in individual containers before planting the sturdy new shoots in the ground. A single variety of plants grouped together in mass plantings is affordable and easy.

• Look for free mulch. Municipal recycling centres may offer residents access to free mulch made from grinding up leaves, branches and other plant debris collected throughout the town. Simply bring a few containers to the recycling centre and spread the mulch for an ornamental look or to

• Invest in plants that are easy to propagate. Perennials are the gardener’s friend when it comes to saving money.

begin to make room for holiday items come the fall. Take advantage of reduced costs on remaining plants and landscape accessories during this time of year. Plants can be covered or allowed to thrive indoors until they can be planted in the spring.

Many homeowners think they have to spend tons of green to get green in their landscape, but that isn’t necessarily so.

Homeowners can improve their landscapes without digging themselves into ﬁnancial holes. These strategies can help anyone save some cash and still end up with attractive gardens and more.

• Use stones or gravel for a walkway. If commercially installed pavers or cement walkways are not within your budget, there are some affordable alternatives. Flagstone or individually purchased and spaced pavers and pea gravel can be used to create pathways. Some construction sites even offer free stones when asked. Soften the look with moss or other plants on the perimeter.

• Pool your resources. Homeowners planning on a big landscaping or revitalization project may want to speak with neighbours to see if they’re interested in doing the same. Contractors

• Shop end-of season sales. Garden centres may

guaranteed business from a few homes in the same neighbourhood may be willing to negotiate lower prices for the volume of work on things like driveway repaving, deck- or fence-building,

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• Hang a statement light. Few decorative items add as much drama and ambiance to a dining space as a new overhead light. People hear chandelier and think a bejewelled or crystal design. But various chandelier styles can ﬁt the aesthetic of a home. The light will be a focal point and instantly make the dining area more elegant. Install the light on a dimmer to adjust the illumination as needed to set the mood.

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• Add a piece of artwork. Many modern homeowners have eschewed the China cabinet that once was standard in dining rooms. Rather than a bulky piece of furniture, a large piece of statementmaking artwork or framed photos over a

Make a dining room more elegant for entertaining

The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but when it comes to entertaining, a dining room - if one is present in a house - tends to be the prime gathering spot for meals.Dining rooms may not be top on the list of spaces to renovate, as they tend to be used infrequently. But a dining room makeover may still be a worthy endeavour. Here are some simple ways to make the dining room more elegant and functional.

There are many simple ways to dress up dining spaces and make them more elegant.

• Invest in new linens. Purchase coordinating table linens that will be used for special occasions. A decorative table cloth or table runner coupled with cloth napkins and placemats helps to set the scene of the dinner party.

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• Include a centerpiece. Centerpieces add sophistication to the table and tie into the event. Floral arrangements, a bowl or basket of fruit, pine cones or greens from outdoors, or collectibles like shells in a tall canister can serve as centerpieces.

more minimalistic buffet table or small service bar is preferable. Choose artwork that complements the colours in the space.

• Clear out the clutter. The ﬁrst step toward improving a dining room eating area is to remove any extraneous items from the space. If the dining room table is not used very often, it likely has become a catch-all for other items, such as bills, newspapers or kids’ homework. Rather than using the dining space as a makeshift ofﬁce or homework station, invest in a rolling cart to store those papers and other items. Simply roll it into a closet or another room when it’s time to host a party.

Have your furnace serviced by a professional to conﬁrmits working efﬁciently and help extend its lifespan. It’s a good idea to replace the furnace

4 things you can do this fall to prepare your home for winter

While they are a critical part of home safety all year round, your smoke and

Plug in your vehicle safely

(NC) Now that fall is here, it’s time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the colder months to come. Proper maintenance will not only ensure that your home is better protected from damage, but also make sure that it provides your family with a warm and safe indoor environment when it’s freezing outside. Here are four steps experts recommend:

EVs are expected

1. Check your furnace

ﬁlter at the beginning of the heating season, and every one to three months afterwards. Finally, inspect the external exhaust to ensure it’s not clogged with debris – a blocked furnace exhaust can lead to poorer performance and dangerous carbon monoxide buildup in your home.

Smart ways to stay green with electricity

3. Clean and inspect your chimney

When shopping around for an EV, consider the electrical needs of a charging station at home. Depending on the existing electrical service to your home and the size of the charger, you may need a service upgrade to ensure

to continue to rise in popularity as more of us consider alternatives to traditional ways of getting around. EVs are a better option for the environment and can help you save money over time by cutting out visits to the pump.

Stay light on smaller costs

Here are few things to consider: Heat and cool your home efﬁciently Choosing a wi-ﬁenabled thermostat is both

If you have a ﬁreplace or wood burning stove, make sure it’s ready for winter before you start using it. It is highly recommended that you have your chimney cleaned annually to remove soot and other debris that can ignite and lead to ﬁres. You

Replacing incandescent lightbulbs with LEDs can make a big impact on your monthly utility bill. Plus, with the addition of smart plugs, you can control them from anywhere to only have lights on when needed. newscanada.com

If you’re considering getting a smart thermostat installed, make sure you work with a Licensed Electrical Contracting or HVAC business to ensure the proper voltage and wiring are used.

should also check for cracks, loose bricks or other kinds of deterioration. Keep in mind that if you own a newly built home, your warranty may cover some of these issues.

4. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

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carbon monoxide detectors are even more important during winter when windows are shut and the heating is on, since there’s less air circulating. Take a few minutes to test them and, if necessary, replace their batteries.You can ﬁnd a monthly home maintenance checklist at Tarion.com.newscanada.com

the electrical service to your home is adequate for the new vehicle. Liaise with a Licensed Electrical Contracting business to ensure the electrical is set up safely.

(NC) Our habits continue to change as more options arrive to help us reduce our carbon footprint and save on gas and electricity. Adopting new technologies, like smart thermostats and electric vehicle charging stations, should be done with caution to avoid any electrical safety risks.

2. Inspect your roof and eavestroughs A roof and exterior drainage system in good working order keeps water out of your home when rooftop snow melts. Have a professional rooﬁng company take a look to ensure that shingles and ﬂashing are all in place and properly sealed. Inspect eavestroughs for damage and remove leaves and other debris that may cause blockages. At ground level, check your downspouts to ensure they direct water away from foundation walls.

effective and efﬁcient. These devices learn your schedule and preferences so they can optimize your energy usage and can help you save money on your heating bill.

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displays, horseshoes, and more.

58th Annual Fall Fair and Horse Festival

the pancake breakfast, which took place until noon, before a crowd of hundreds lined the streets to watch the parade wind through Cottam and back to the event grounds. Throughout the grounds, the free to the public fair featured pony rides, vendors selling handmade goods, and live entertainment.“Forus, this is one of the biggest – if not the biggest – fundraisers for our Rotary Club,” Levy said. “We use this money to give back to backtoup.mesametheyclosethatsomethingScouting,ofmainWecommunity.thearethesupportCottamisverytome,didtheforgrowingWehelpgivewith

Levy noted that following the pause since 2019, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization tried to keep similar offerings, while providing new additions to the event as well. While they had originally planned to offer hot air balloon rides, Levy noted the weather had other plans. Still, the grounds were lined with inﬂatable bouncy castles, medieval

“We are extremely thankful for the community for coming out and supporting the event along with the Rotary Club this year,” Levy commented. “All of the members worked tirelessly to put together this event and the hard work shows and pays off from the enjoyment everyone had. We are excited to be back and continue to have our events once again.” in Cottam...

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various improvement projects in Cottam and the Rotary Clubs are tirelessly trying to eradicate Polio.”

Photos submitted by Marilyn Farnworth, organizer of the 2022 Kingsville Terry Fox Run.

to outline potential ways to address attainable housing...

Councillor Chris Vander Doelen would like to discuss parking requirements in the future, to ensure potential housing options are not hindered by them.

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“You Are the Master of Your Attitude You cannot control what happens to you, but you can control the way you think about all the events. You always have a choice. You can choose to face them with a positive mental attitude.”

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Farnworth’s MFit Team, including Adrian Farnworth, Heidi Sales-Driscoll, Jim Potter, and Madison Selwood, collectively raised $3957 in pledges this year. In addition, Emily Bezaire raised $1045, running her 5km at Ojibway Park.

efforts are being made to identify the need and extent for more settlement area expansion to accommodate residential growth, and a focus will be on intensification and affordable housing, she said.Jabbour listed the many policies and regulation Council has already adopted to support attainable housing, such as designating greenfield lands for a mix of housing, providing $5000 grants for the creation of rental dwelling units in the former CIP, adopting Official Plan policies to repurpose community serving facilities, waiving a portion or all of the Development Charges to incentivize the construction of affordable housing, allowing Second Dwelling Units in certain areas, and regulating Short Term Rental Units.

In wanting to participate in-person, around 15 individuals headed out and completed the route, starting at Lakeside Park. Those who participated could run, walk,

year.This is a good, high-

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Bjorkman believes that is something that should come to the table to see if that is something Council can do as it is the cheapest way to get housing and keep it affordable.Thisidea was added to the into.Administrationrecommendationswilllook

Support for Kingsville Terry Fox Run raises over $7800

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level start, Councillor Sherry Bondy said adding a task force that will continue to work on this would be beneﬁcial. Mayor Richard Meloche liked that idea, but developers, and possibly the Town as a partner, have to be at the table that have the same mind frame.Deputy Mayor Steve Bjorkman asked if there will be something put in place so every time someone wishes to build something on an inﬁll property that is not exactly the same as neighbouring dwellings, it would not have to come to Council for approval.Jabbour said the intention is to have an ‘as of right’ method, which would not require a zoning by-law amendment and can go straight to the building permit process.

This amount was slightly higher than the $7696 raised through the event, which was hosted virtually only, last year.

She noted that as part of the City of Windsor’s Housing and Homelessness Master Plan (2019-2028), the goal is to increase the number of new affordable housing units and/or rent assisted units by 30 percent by 2028. In pursuing that goal, 130 new affordable housing units were created last

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Overall, Farnworth was pleased with the event turnout, noting it went very well.

Fox Foundation and its mission to continue to support cancer research.

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~ Roy T. Bennett

Town of Essex’s Administration directed

What can be done at the municipal-level is that an appropriate range and mix of housing options and densities need to be offered to meet the needs of current and future residents through residential intensiﬁcation and

The root of the attainable housing crisis includes lack of housing inventory. She said Canada has the fewest housing units per population of any G7 country, with two-thirds of Canada’s housing shortage being in Ontario. This was information she provided from the Ontario Housing Affordability Task Force 2022 Report.

With clear skies and a nice breeze on Sunday morning, Marilyn Farnworth said it was a perfect day to host another Kingsville Terry Fox Run, and show support to this year’s nation-wide motto, “I’m not a quitter.”And thanks to strong support for the event she organizes, $7832 – with donations still trickling in – was raised for the Terry

Vander Doelen also asked why Council doesn’t state it is in favour of three or four story, small apartment buildings in existing neighbourhoods to invite people to build them.

Voice Of Inspiration

Part of this year’s fundraising total was raised through event t-shirt sales. She attended Open Street Kingsville events and had some available at the Carnegie Library forSunday’spurchase.2km and 5km walk was held in recognition of Fox’s 42nd anniversary. Those who wanted to participate could do so virtually, on their own time, or in-person.

This week’s section will feature the candidates running in the Town of Essex Municipal Election.

I look forward to the promotion and growth of our town and join our neighbours at the County

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I will fairly represent our entire town and be your voice as Deputy Mayor. More information can be found at www. robshepley.com.

table to develop our regionalWithstrategies.12years council activity and 30 years corporate management experience I am up to the task.

We can’t rest on our laurels. Essex is growing and we need a council that is focused on the business at hand, nothing more. There is no room on council for anymore nonsense.

Essex is on a proactive track and bring inclusive representation to our council chambers.

I will continue to advocate for safe Roads, Public Transit, Tourism Programming, affordable and attainable homes, hydro and internet upgrades, and issues important to you, our residents.Let’s KEEP the momentum going … That I will promise you!

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Looking ahead we still have many issues to deal with. Upgrades to our streets, continuing with the new sports ﬁelds and adjusting to trafﬁc patterns as the #3 construction is completed, just to mention a few issues we face.

Joe Garon - Re-elect someone with experience. Who puts the taxpayer and the community ﬁrst. Who embraces change.

I believe serving three terms on council provides the experience necessary to move forward into this position.Forthe last 14 years

As a long time resident

Glen Mills - My name is Glen Mills and I’m a lifelong Essex resident. My wife Laura and I have four hardworking daughters and two grandsons.I’mthe Director of Operations and Head

Leadership does not just “lead forward” continuing where we’ve been but develops new strategies, new thinking and new discussions to ensure best results.

I have two degrees, one with Distinction in Social Work and one in Education. I believe in

My vision of Essex Centre is clear. It’s beautiful. I know that Essex Centre is the community everyone is

now talking about. It’s a great place to live and raise a family, don’t let anyone tell you it isn’t.

all levels is important in order for Essex to achieve responsible development and growth. I am a candidate that has lived in the southern part of town (Colchester), but now lives and owns a business in Essex Centre.

Ron Rogers - We will soon be selecting the council to lead us through the next 4 years. Continuing current endeavors and identifying the initiatives that will carry us beyond this next term, will be the task.

to guide our team with integrity, honesty, stability, transparency and ethics but most importantly without drama … just as I have done in the past.

With experience, integrity, and common sense I ask for your continued support

Richard MelocheAs Mayor, I’m only one member of an eight person Council. I am not the “ofﬁcial opposition”. I’m a true team player with no super powers or veto powers!As leader of the team, I will continue

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Leading up to the October 24 Municipal Election, the Essex Free Press asked candidates vying for a position on local Councils for Essex, Kingsville, Lakeshore, and Tecumseh, and for School Board Trustee positions, to submit a photo and 100-word blurb as a way to introduce themselves to the community.Thesesubmission were not edited and made by the deadline of September 19.

Rob Shepley - I’m Rob SHEPLEY and I am asking for your support to be your next DEPUTY MAYOR. I will be a team leader who will represent you, not only on Town Council but as well as County

WorkingCouncil.together

Who is a forward thinker. Someone who isn’t afraid to ask hard questions.

of Ward 1 it has been my pleasure to have served on Council for many years.

infrastructure and opening communication.Iamthe current Essex BIA Chair, Vice Chair of the Essex Police Service Board, Fun Fest Committee Member and was one of 5 people who put on the Essex Sip N’ Shop Event.

Our Councils have moved our town forward, replacing many outdated and inefﬁcient facilities and at the same time holding the line on taxes.

I have worked for Essex County Library on the front line, serving members of our community daily.

I am excited for the future growth of our municipality, and hope to make the right decisions so my children can play, work and live safely in Essex. I look forward to serving this community as your next Ward 1 Councilor.

Katie McGuireBlais - I am looking to continue the growth that Essex has started over the last few years. With a focus on improving

SherryMayor:Bondy - It would be an honour to continue serving the residents of Essex as your next duly elected Mayor.

Deputy Mayor:

I am running for ward 3 councillor. I became interested in politics during Covid and felt a real need to get involved in my community.

I am a family man, honest and transparent and I believe our appointed counsel should work for the people. I am a resident,

Meanwhile, we approved more than 1,000 housing unit starts, saw major new commercial and industrial investment, parks improvements, the Highway 3 widening, rebuilding Harrow’s main street (next year, Essex Centre), and the expansion of broadband internet to 1,500 Ward 3 homes.

We have a talented, young and aggressive administration team that

And we’ve still got the best ﬁnancial picture of any municipality in the region.Imagine what we will do the next four years!

This will help ensure processes are streamlined to avoid overlooked or forgotten allowances or entitlements which cause possible delays and future problems as we experience unprecedented growth during economic uncertainty.

Our October 24th Election draws near and I am asking for your support in becoming your next Ward 4 Representative.

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I am here for you!

Coach for the Essex County Ravens Football Club for over 30 years so I understand the importance of being part of a team and working together.

Jason MatyiThis great community welcomed me with open arms 22 years ago. I

married my high school sweetheart and have two wonderful sons. Ward 3 is where I grew roots and raised my family.

not a politician and I wish to represent and listen to all residents’ concerns with respect and dignity.

We have a lot of changes coming to our ward and I want to ensure that these changes are a fair representation of what we envision for our village and farmland. Your concerns are my top priority.

I used covid as an opportunity to go back to university and obtain a degree in

Ward Two: Incumbent Kim Verbeek wasWardacclaimedThree(Two to be Bradelected):Allard - Hello! My name is Brad Allard,

Shawn MulderBeing raised in Harrow and Colchester South along with many generations currently and in the past, I know what quality of life and opportunities this community has given my

family.Iplan to continue to build a strong community beneﬁting all residents currently and for our future generations.

I want to ensure that every resident has a strong voice and that their concerns are heard. My platform focuses on smart development, roads and infrastructure. I plan to increase accountability and communication and I hope to be a positive change for the residents.

My career has given me an outlet to understand municipal operations, budgets, service delivery and many aspects of municipal obligations to the public.Iamdriven, dedicated and informative on many matters. I plan to present community projects that beneﬁt the public on all different levels.

deserves to have strong guidance from a council with experience and knowledge of the area.

Ward Four: Rodney Hammond - Esteemed Resident of Harrow Centre

Chris Vander Doelen - Council accomplished a ton this term, but I am proudest of recommending the ﬁrst of two years of property tax freezes (2019, 2020) for a total

tax increase of only 3.7 per cent over four years.

years.wardcontinuetosevencouncillorgrowopportunityIprojectsinEngineering.MechatronicsIhavebeeninvolvedvariouscommunityandgroups.thankyouforthetolearnandservingasaward3overthepastmonths.Iwouldbehonouredhaveyoursupportandrepresenting3forfourmore

She was grateful to those who participated in the event and those who volunteered to help out.

• Be Alert and watch out for slow-moving vehicle signs. The orange triangular sign indicates the vehicle is moving at a slow speed (less than 40 km/h).

“He dipped his artiﬁcial leg in the Atlantic Ocean on April 12th, 1980 and proceeded to unite Canadians in a way never before, nor since, seen. The only thing that could have stopped Terry from reaching the Paciﬁc Ocean did. Cancer returned in his lungs and he was forced to stop on September 1st, 1980 after having run 5,373 kilometres,” it states.Those who would like to make a donation to the cause can still do so at www.terryfox.ca/terryfoxrun/kingsville

The Kingsville-based event was just one that was hosted in around 650 communities across Canada.

The website notes when Fox was 18-years-old, he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma.

• Be Prepared to Share Your Lane - Remember some farm vehicles are very wide and may take up more than one lane. Some vehicles also have protruding equipment that can be hard to see. Give that farm vehicle space as some vehicles may not be able to pull off the road due to equipment weight or shoulder issues.

This was the sixth year Farnworth hosted the event in Kingsville, however, she had been involved with the Terry Fox Run in various communities for the past 42-years.

• Only Pass If It’s Safe to do so - Wait for a safe passing zone, watch out for oncoming trafﬁc and never take a chance by making a blind pass on a curve or a hill. The farmer may be unable to pull off the road due to equipment weight or shoulder issues. Wait for a safe opportunity to pass.

The Terry Fox Foundation continues to be a leading national investor in cancer research. According to terryfox. org, the organization has raised around $850m to date.

Sharing the roads with farm equipment

Impatient and Aggressive Drivers Put Everyone at Risk

• Watch Out for Left Turns - Not all farm vehicles have turn signals, watch for farmers signalling a turn using the same hand signals as a cyclist. Be aware that farmers with long or wide farming equipment sometimes need to make a wide turn. If a tractor swings to the right, be careful, it may be starting a left turn.

bike, urban pole, skateboard or complete the route in any way they chose.

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Seeing Terry Fox in Brampton was motivating to her, and she always has felt a connection to want to support his cause, which is near and dear to her heart. Her father, aunt, and close friends have passed away, due to cancer. In addition, last year, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

Support for Kingsville Terry Fox Run raises over $7800...

She had surgery and ﬁnished her radiation treatment a year ago.“And, I have never felt better,” she said.

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Harvest season is underway right across Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region-patrolled communities. The OPP want to remind drivers that patience is essential to everyone’s safety as farmers and farm equipment become a common sight on rural roads across Ontario this fall. Here’s a short list of tips to help drivers contend with slowmoving vehicles in the weeks and months ahead.

• When ﬁnished passing, don’t stop or slow down in front of the farm vehicle. Large equipment can’t brake as quickly as aSharingcar. the road with farm vehicles is a necessity if you travel in rural Ontario. Please be courteous, be patient, and be cautious. Remember, aggressive driving isn’t just unsafe, it’s against the law. Aggressive drivers should be reported to police.The OPP and our farming communities across West Region ask you to do your part to keep our roadways safe.

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This year’s edition was an eclectic mix of street vendors, buskers, events, and Amongworkshops.itstruly uncommon itinerary were axe throwing, magic shows, washboard music workshops, aerialist acts, and teapot races. This familyfriendly event also included shows for children nearby at Toddy Jones Parks, as well as exhibits and activities at the Park House Museum and Gibson Gallery.

The Town of Amherstburg was under a spell of enchantment as its Uncommon

By Dan Bissonnette

Community I 19Thursday, September 22, 2022 I Essex Free Press Amherstburg Uncommon Festival returns with fun & quirkiness

This fun event ran from Friday, September 16 through Sunday the 18, and was held in conjunction with the Town’s Open Air Weekends.

Festival returned over the weekend, bringing fun and quirkiness to Dalhousie Street, across from Navy Yard Park, as well as adjacent portions of Richmond and Murray Streets.

Mayor Aldo DiCarlo (center) poses in his steampunk attire with Ed and Pompea Ramirez.

BUYING for CASH $$ ALL ROLEX watches + ALL GOLD SILVER JEWELRY + ALL - on Friday, September 23 at K of C Hall 190 Richmond St. Amherstburg, 9am -4pm - PRIVATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE –FREE ESTIMATES –Buying ALL GOLD + SILVER Coins, OLD COINS; Canada, USA, World War Medals, Mintsets, Pocket + Wrist watches. House Calls also available. Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 54 years Exp. 519-818-1805 34-2t

Tenders shall be submitted prior to or by October 12, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. local time on, at the Essex Municipal Offices, 33 Talbot Street South, Essex, Ontario.

HELP WANTED  Part time picture framing assistant. We will train. One full day per week, plus more hours when needed at our Essex location. Please email full resume to greatart@suchiu. com. 29-tfn

HIRING! LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE and LANDSCAPE LABOURERS, $18/hour. Experience necessary. Fax your resume to (519) 723-2336 or email to quinlaninc@ kelcom.igs.net

Complete tender documents may be obtained from the following website of the Corporation of the Town of Essex:

Thehttps://www.merx.com/theorhttp://bids.essex.esolutionsgroup.ca/-publictenderingportal-Merx:-highestoranytenderreceivedmay

not necessarily be accepted. The Corporation of the Town of Essex reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities and formalities therein, and to award the tender bid in the best interest of the Municipality. All tenders received become the property of the Corporation of the Town of Essex and as such are subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

SINGLE HOME LOTS FOR SALE in McGregor. Sizes vary from 60’ to 75’ with depth from 112’ x 164’. Call: (519) 7371253. 32 -5t*

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MARTY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS - Tune-ups, repairs, & service on snowblowers, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, & more! 519-733-0986, (c) 519-965-5918.

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. No speciﬁc education required. Experience is an asset. Rate of pay- $15.00. To apply please email: Lindsay@policellafarms. com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 1-tfn

CASH PAID for antiques, costume jewellery, furniture, gold, sterling, coins, tools, complete estates. We take it all! Free appraisals. Call 519-727-8894. 1-tfn

CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-1361 or 519-791-5046.

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER

KENNETH YARDWORKS  Fall CleanUp. Trees, bushes, trimmed or removed. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning and repairs, power washing. Loads to the dump. Fully licensed & insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth: 519-982-0362.

Call Jeﬀ Siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or (home) 519-776-9501. 1-t

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Buying or selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty - Brokerage. 519-817-8891. 1-tt*

PLACING A CLASSIFIED AD: Classified ads can be submitted in person, by phone or fax or email from Mon. to Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. All classified and personal ads require payment, prior to print. We accept Visa | MasterCard | Debit | Cash | Cheque. CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS TUESDAY BY 10:00 AM Phone 519.776.4268 www.essexfreepress.com Email: contact@essexfreepress.com CLASSIFIED RATES Word Ads - 25 words or less ........................ $6.00 + HST Extra words .................................................... 20¢/word Display Classifieds ....................................... Call for ratesClassiClassifiedseds Sell It! Find it! Rent It! Buy It! in The Classifieds 519-776-4268

HELP WANTED  Local truss assembly plant is hiring full-time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Beneﬁts after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-839-4301 or email resume to cindyh@rivardtruss.com.

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At its May 16, 2022, Regular Council Meeting, Council for the Town of Essex declared the following property as surplus land in accordance with By-Law 855 (Policies & Procedures for the Sale and Disposition of Surplus Lands):

Description of Land (see Map below): 127 Nottingham, Essex, Ontario, and Legally described as “LT 105-106 PL 1310 COLCHESTER; TOWN OF ESSEX, PIN Under75190-0222Section270(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, municipalities shall adopt and maintain policies with respect to the sale and other disposition of surplus land. The Corporation of the Town of Essex wishes to advise the Public that property known as “127 Nottingham, Essex, Ontario” will be sold to the Public by sealed tender according to Procurement Bylaw 2129 Section 35.06 c).

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HELP WANTED: Tilray Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $15.00/hour. Full time hours - Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. Please apply at careers@tilray.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4.

• The Land is offered for sale “as is, where is”, without warranty of any kind and is subject to conditions as contained in the tender documents. The municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. This property is being offered for sale subject to a reserve minimum bid of $225,000 plus applicable Harmonized Sales Tax (H.S.T.) and the relevant Land Transfer Taxes. The successful tenderer will be responsible for all costs of legal representation acting on their behalf.

The above-described information does not form part of the Request for Tender – Sale of Surplus Land.

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF ESSEX Request for Tender – Sale of Surplus land

kingsvilleworks@kingsville.cawww.kingsville.ca733-2305 NOTICE OF DECISION TO CONSENT TO DEMOLITION APPLICATION TAKE NOTICE THAT in respect to the application to demolish two (2) existing accessory buildings located at 183 Main St. East, the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville at its meeting on September 12, 2022 consented to the application, subject to the terms and conditions speciﬁed by Council, in accordance with Section 34 of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c O.18, as DATEDamendedAT Kingsville, Ontario, this 13th day of September, 2022. Paula Parker, Town Clerk The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 at Holy Name of Jesus Church 4:30 - 7:00 pm $15/ PER PERSON Holy Name Council #3305 atoPickerelServingDinnerstheCommunityfor41years. K of CK of C Real Lake Erie PickerelReal Lake Erie Pickerel ORCASHDEBITFRIDAY, SEPT. 30, 2022 DINE-IN & TAKE-OUT FIRST DINNERIN-PERSONSINCE2020 Read us online & in 519.776.4268print16 Centre St., contact@essexfreepress.comEssexwww.essexfreepress.comissuu.com/essexfreepress

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DESCHAMPS, George - George passed away due to Parkinson’s on September 17, 2022 at the age of 73. Loving husband of Ruth (nee McDonald). Proud father of Brian (Stacy) and Greg (Wendy). Special grandfather of Latham and Alton. Predeceased by parents Rene and Beatrice (nee Trottier). Survived by 1 uncle, Sylvio (Irene) Trottier and 4 brothers and 1 sister; Ray (Mary Jane), Leo (Mary Lynne), Mary Ellen Devine (late Pat), Tom (Joanne) and Paul (Sue). Special brother-in-law to Don (Rosemary) McDonald and Robert McDonald. George retired from Chrysler Canada in 2001 and spent many happy hours working on, showing, and racing his 1964 Chevelle. He was blessed with many amazing longtime friends who enriched his life. Thank you to each of you from his family. Visitation from 10-11am on Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd., 128 Talbot Street N, Essex (519-7767378). Funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. and a livestream will be available. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

SEPT. 18  100TH ANNIVERSARY OF FAITHFUL SERVICE TO GOD & CANADA St. Simon & St. Jude Parish, Belle River. 10:30am mass & 1pm Banquet. Open to the public. For info: 519-728-2275.

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SEPT. 27  BELLE RIVER BLOOD DONOR CLINIC- At St Simon & St Jude Parish Hall, 267 Meunier Street. To book an appointment, visit: blood.ca or call: 1-888-236-6283.

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HIATUS HOUSE: oﬀers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.

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SEPT. 24 - CAR SMASH FUNDRAISER -for Lola’s Roundtable from 9am - 12pm at Onyx Fitness. 35 Victoria Ave Unit 3, Essex.

RENAUD, Roy Joseph - With heavy hearts we announce Roy’s passing at home with family by side on September 11, 2022, at 89 years of age. Son of the late Ulric and Estelle Renaud. Beloved and devoted husband of Lauretta, with whom he celebrated 68 years of marriage. Dear father of Denise Best (Peter), Diane Renaud (Kenneth), John (late Caroline), Estelle Prinsen (John), Lynda Haig (Todd), Lucille Gauthier (Robert) and Steven (Juanita). Cherished Pépé of Tim, Matthew, Katelyn, Amy, Sharon, Stephanie, Jacklyn, late Caroline, Scott, Bethany, Alissa, Travis, Ethan, Elijah, Celine, Solange, and Jonah. Great grandpa of 22 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his siblings, Elda Bellemore (Aurel), Lena Renaud, Cecile Delisle (Alfred), and Leo Renaud (Joyce). Special thanks to all the Paramed PSWs for all your care and compassion over the years. Roy retired from Chrysler after 30 years of service. He was also a farmer in McGregor for many years. Roy loved music, especially playing his violin. He was known as a master home brewer. Roy was devout in his faith, and it helped carry him through his life. Roy will remain in our hearts forever. A private service has taken place at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. North, Essex. Interment St. Clements Cemetery, McGregor. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

SEPT. 28  EVENING OF HEALING THROUGH MUSIC & PRAYER  At Trinity Anglican Church, 235 County Rd. 34W., Cottam, at 7pm. All are welcome.

SEPT. 21  KINGSVILLE BLOOD DONOR CLINIC- At Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre, 103 Park St. To book an appointment, visit: blood.ca or call: 1-888-236-6283.

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SEPT. 24 - AUTUMN FEST BAZAAR 9am-3pm at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Rd., Comber

SEPT. 24 & 25 - 13TH ANNUAL ESSEX COUNTY IN THE WAR OF 1812 E VENT - at Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, 1093 Puce Rd. (Cty Rd 25). Sat. 10am-4pm & Sun. 10am - 3pm.

“There are moments when I wish I could roll back the clock and take all the sadness away, but I have the feeling that if I did, the joy would be gone as well.”

SEPT. 18 TO 25  LEGION WEEK  Royal Canadian Legion Essex Br. 201, 103 Talbot St. N. See the ad in this week’s edition or stop by the Legion for more info.

SEPT. 25  LASALLE NIGHT MARKET  At LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Rd. from 4-8pm. For info: www.lasalle.ca/markets.

SEPT. 24 - MOVIES IN THE PARK - at Heritage Gardens at 6pm. Free Popcorn! Games, crafts, Essex Fire & Rescue. Rain Location: Maedel Community Centre. Bring lawn chairs.

BRACKEN, Linda Louise (nee Renaud) April 20, 1946 - September 15, 2022, late of Woodslee. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Louise Renaud (nee Soulliere). Loving wife of 53 years to Donald Bracken. Devoted mother of Colleen Bracken (Matthew Benoit), Carolyn Zivanov (Kelly), and Christopher Bracken (Tania). Adored grandmother, ‘Memum’, of Kyla Tanner (Mike Anissimoff ), Keith Tanner, Tristan Zivanov, Trey Zivanov, and Tydon Bracken. Survived by brother Larry Renaud and sister Charlene Pitre (Jim). Survived by sister-in-law Helen Strong (Jack), brother-in-law Frank Bracken (Wende), sister-in-law Jeanne Marie Setler, brother-in-law Leo Paul ‘Punky’ Bracken (Anna Mae), brother-in-law Raymond Bracken (Theresa), sister-in-law Mary Anne Banwell and brotherin-law Ken Bracken (Carol). Predeceased by ‘kid’ brother Dennis Renaud, infant sister Geraldine Renaud, sisters-in-law Nicky Renaud, Helen Bracken and infant Mary Isabelle Bracken. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. After graduating from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1967, Linda began her teaching career with the G.E.C.D.S.B. at General Amherst D.H.S. After years of supply teaching, she taught at Essex D.H.S., retiring in 2001. After her marriage in 1968, Linda became quite active in her community, volunteering her time as a member of the Belle River Figure Skating Club and serving as treasurer of the Woodslee Baseball Association. Linda was a long-time active member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Woodslee, serving as treasurer of the C.W.L. for 19 years. She was a Eucharistic minister, reader, minister of hospitality and served on parish council. Spending time with family, enjoying a good game of cards, sewing, gardening, aqua-fit, genealogy, and organizing family trips were some of Linda’s favourite pastimes. Linda and Don enjoyed spending many winters vacationing in Florida. Linda will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. A former teaching colleague at E.D.H.S. marvelled at her ‘calm dignity’. Her family would like to thank Erie Shores Hospice, Leamington, and London Health Sciences Centre, for the tremendous care that they provided during her stay. Linda rested at Reid Funeral Home, 87 Maidstone Ave E., Essex, where family received visitors. Mass of the Resurrection was held on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at St. John the Evangelist Church, 1690 County Rd. 46, Woodslee. Fr. Pio D’Oria officiated. Interment took place at St. John the Evangelist Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Erie Shores Hospice, Ovarian Cancer Canada or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

SEPT 28 - ESSEX & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETING - 7:30 pm at the Essex Retirees Social Club. Plant & Seed Exchange, Flower Show, and Speaker

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EWING, Thomas - With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Thomas with his family by his side on September 19, 2022, at 73 years of age. Beloved and devoted husband of Fran (nee St. Louis), with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Loving father of Maurice (Cheryl), Shannon Siwek (Michael), and Matthew (Sue). Treasured Papa of Kaitlyn, Sydney, Joseph, Pierce, Mitchell (Steff ), Savannah, Nicholas, Taylor (Matt), and Tori. Great Papa of Dreyden and Kinsleigh. Brother of Daniel (Nancy) and Bob (Judy). He will be sadly missed by the entire St. Louis family. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Thomas retired from Chrysler after 40 years of dedicated service. He was an avid golfer, but most of all he was someone you could always count on. Special thanks to the friends and staff of Belleview Golf Course for being so kind to Thomas. Also, to the staff of Erie Shores Hospice for all your support. Thomas is resting at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-7767378) 128 Talbot St. North, Essex on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Words of remembrance will be shared at 8 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to Erie Shores Health Foundation (Erie Shores Hospice). You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com

Youth meet on Fridays at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Young Adults meet every other Saturday at 7:30pm. For more information about other meetings and service times, please visit: antiochcanada.ca

Regular church services, in both churches, have returned to 10:45am. You can also view the service and read the bulletin on our website at:

St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps

Soup Lunches are back at Church of the Redeemer. Sunday, October 23nd, 11:00am - 1:30pm. By donation.

Our next Vendors Market will take place on Saturday October 29th.

Essex United Church

Card winners for this past week were: Richard Noel with high score on Monday afternoon. Dorothy Fields had most Peppers and Cathy Dewhurst had low score.

The Essex Food Bank is open - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am – 11:45pm. The phone number is: 519-776-4070.

WoodsleePastoralCharge.ca.ThereisaBBQRibDinner planned for September 24.

There is a UCW Meeting on Monday, October 17th at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. All ladies of the congregation are invited and welcome to attend.

On Tuesdays, meet at our SA Connections program, from 10am -1pm. Drop in on this free community program which oﬀers fellowship, interesting programs, and lunch. It’s a great way to spend Tuesday morning. Then at 1p.m. Major Hann will continue Bible Study, exploring the Book of Luke. Anyone can attend and enjoy this interesting hour.

Brian Stocks will lead us in worship on Sunday, September 25 at 10:30am. Everyone is welcome.

It was a group of very enthusiastic members of Trinity, who took part in the Fall Festival Parade.

Trinity Anglican Church

Please keep in your prayers, those in the Church family who are conﬁned to their homes or the ill.

‘Take-a-book-Leave-a-book’ library located in front of the church. Come be part of the community.

We still host Coﬀee Hour on Thursdays, at 10am.

An evening of Healing Through Music and Prayer will take place on September 28th at 7pm. All are welcome. Looking for someplace to worship? You’re welcome

The Marketplace at St. Stephen’s is on Saturday, October 15, from 9:30am - 3:30pm. All are wlecome.

Essex Retirees’ Club News

Essex Baptist Church

There is a Thanksgiving can-food drive at St. Mary’s, Holy Name of Jesus, and St. John’s Churches.

Guatemala Hope is having a dinner and live auction on Saturday, October 15th at 5pm at St. John’s parish hall. For

GEMS and Cadets meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00pm. This is a great club for kids from grades 1 - 8 where they can participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome.

There is no Sunday School or Children’s Drop-In Centre available at this time. The secretary is available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am to 1 pm, at (519) 723-2284 or email bethelmaidstone@gmail.com. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone, near the corner of Manning and Talbot, or visit online: www.bethelmaidstone.com.

Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes Essex, Maidstone, McGregor, and Woodslee news St. Clement’s CWL is hosting Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary on September 30th at 3pm at St. Clement’s church.TheEssex

Please join us to hear Rev. Paul’s message. All are welcome. The service begins at 10am. Our building is air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. We have coﬀee hour after the service in the church hall.

We have returned to our regular service time of 11am on Sundays. All are welcome to join us!

Antioch Christian Ministries

Celebrate with us in-person or online, each Sunday at 10am. Visit www.essexcrc.ca for a link to our social media page for upcoming services, information, and updates.Enjoyour

Next THRIVE for teens is on Sunday, September 25th at 7pm at Holy Name of Jesus church. Volunteers are needed for our youth group programs. Please contact

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

We are planning a Fall Bazaar in the church hall on Saturday, November 19th.

to join us here at Trinity. Sundays at 9:30am with Rev.’d Hilton Gomes.

Nick.Ifyou had your First Communion and would like to Altar Serve please sign up at the back of the church. Training is available.

Diana Dennis had high at Wednesday Night Pepper, Gary West had the most Peppers, and Marcel Mailloux had low score.

Join us on Saturday mornings from 8:45-9:30 am for a time of prayer for one another, the church, community, and the lives of those living around us.

For up-to-date news please visit our website or ﬁnd us on social media or at: centralessexcatholic.dol Please keep all the shut-ins and sick in your prayers.

Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

St Stephen’s and Church of the Redeemer had to say farewell to the Rev. Kimberly Myer at the end of August. Until a permanent rector is assigned, they are pleased to welcome the Rev. Colin Pearce and his wife as the interim priest.

Our Food Bank gratefully accepts your donations of non-perishable goods on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9a.m. - 2p.m. For information, call the church oﬃce at 519-776-4628.

Join us for Family Worship Sunday, September 25 at 10:30a.m. Major Jim Hann’s sermon topic is “Whereever there is hardship.”

Antioch Church, located at 455 County Rd. 34 W. Essex, invites you to join them for their Sunday Services at 10am - Children’s Ministry Classes are available during service for ages 18 month - Grade 6, beginning at 10:30am.

You can now order apple pies by calling the church at:Visit519-839-5303.thelittlelibrary in front of the gazebo. Take a book, leave a book.

We contiue to pray for God’s blessing on all of Essex County. Let us know how we can, more speciﬁcally, pray for you. (email: pastor@essexbaptist.com). 71 Maidstone Ave East.

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Mary’s is having a Pasta Night on Tuesday, October 4th at the parish hall from 4 to 7pm.

tickets contact Barry Elliott.

Keep up-to-date at: www.essexunitedchurch.ca. and our social media pages.

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

Bethel-Maidstone United

Paquette News submitted by Ruth Harnadek

Take out only from 3 - 6pm. For more information or for pick-up time contact Kelly at 519-791-7064.

Visit online: www.stpaulstrinity.org, or social media. Call the oﬃce at 519-776-7111.

K of C’s Fish Fry is on Friday, September 30th from 4:30 to 7pm at Holy Name of Jesus Parish hall.St.

Pasta dinners are back and our ﬁrst one of the fall is on Friday, October 14th. We look forward to seeing you!

We are always looking for donations of gently used clothing for our Clothes Cupboard.

Submitted by Karen Chaulk

Our congregation is open and welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 10:30am. Recorded messages are on our website at: www.essexbaptist.com

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Rota, the Town’s Manager of Tourism and Culture, expressed how pleased she was with the turnout and reﬂected back on how this event originated.

themselves, who dressed in a variety of costumes, with a predominantly steampunk theme, among others.

Rota added that despite some initial uncertainty over this unconventional event, the risk has deﬁnitely paid off.

“To me, the biggest thing about this event is that it spans demographics, from young kids to seniors, and everything in between, including Millennials and Gen Xers. This event also attracts visitors from all over, including Michigan and Toronto.”

If the size, diversity, and overall enthusiasm of the crowd were any indication, the interruptions brought on by the pandemic have not dampened the public’s interest in this event. Despite the recent setbacks of the pandemic in its early years, the Amherstburg Uncommon Festival has not lost its stride and appears to be on track to be a regular annual community event.

The theme of steampunk, which is based on Victorian-era science ﬁction, struck a chord with many people.

Amherstburg Mayor Aldo DiCarlo, who attended the event in his own steampunk-themed attire, described what he felt was the festival’s greatest beneﬁt.

Compared to most of the long-running annual events that take place in Windsor and Essex County, the Amherstburg Uncommon Festival is relatively new. It was ﬁrst launched in 2018. While this event was still building momentum, it was cancelled in 2020 as a result of COVID-19. A scaled-back mini version was organized in 2021. This year marked the ﬁrst time in three-years the festival was able to return to its full size and slate of activities.Anne

“A few years ago, we were looking for something different for a festival. We did a little bit of research and thought about the Victorian era and that led us to steampunk. At that time, most people on our Town Council did not even know what that was.”

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This success is due to the staff and volunteers of the Town of Amherstburg and, in no small part, to those who appreciate steampunk, local creativity, and all things quirky.

by Sylene Argent

The Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) kickedoff its 2022 Legion Week celebrations on Sunday by hosting the annual wreathlaying ceremony at the Essex Centre cenotaph.Itishoped community members will take the time to enjoy the many events planned over this week, and maybe even consider becoming a member of the group that works to support veterans, community needs, and youth initiatives.

With this year’s tomato harvest in full swing, this is the perfect time to publish this picture from the 1953 Meteor sales brochure of a farmer loading baskets of fresh tomatoes into his 1953 Meteor Mainline Ranch Wagon. The sales brochure tells you why you should buy one:

Branch Padre, Pastor Kim Gilliland

The Meteor was built only in Canada and ﬁrst came out in the 1949 model year. These cars were handled by the Mercury-Lincoln-Meteor dealers, from all across Canada, while Ford-Monarch dealers sold the other cars built by Ford of Canada. Murray Myles was the Mercury-Lincoln-Meteor dealer in Leamington with his garage and showroom on Talbot Street East. Murray was fond of saying: “You’re Myles ahead with Meteor!”

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Legion Weeks kicks-off with wreath laying ceremony

Legion Week is a multiple-day event that offers fun activities for community members, over the age of 19, to enjoy. While designed to be fun, Legion Week is hosted at many branches across the nation so community members can learn about the many services and programs the local Legions offer.

1953 Meteor station wagon in tomato season

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Farmer loading tomatoes into 1953 Meteor Ranch Wagon. (Illustration source unknown)

“More than ever, the new ’53 Meteor Mainline Ranch Wagon offers outstanding value in a dual-purpose car. There’s ample room, luxury comfort for six adults on a pleasure trip and enough space for a half-ton load when you’re going places on business. “Stowaway” rear seats fold easily in a matter of seconds to give an eight foot loading space when the tailgate is “Improvedlowered.suspension, front and rear, assures a smoother, safer ride. Powered by a 110 Hp. V-8 engine, the new ’53 Meteor Ranch Wagon is more than ever miles ahead in the low price ﬁeld.”

In addition, Lee Jones, Jeff Brett, Kevin Beuglet, and Derrick Laporte were added to his coaching staff.On the ice, the 73’s will be led by Captain, 2002-

News I 27Thursday, September 22, 2022 I Essex Free Press

73’s prepare to hit the ice for the regular season Leamington Flyers earn 6-2 victory over Rockets

Previously, General Manager Mike Pailey

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born defenseman, Jake Fields. Overage forward, Jacob Cruickshank, and returning veterans, Ryan McKim and Karson Beuglet, were announced as Assistant Captains. With the staff undergoing a few changes, so too did the roster, picking up a handful of veteran players and signing a 16-year-old forward.The73’s picked up 2004-born goaltender, Cavan McCabe, to share the duties with returning goaltender, Adrian McBride.Ondefense, the club returns all six of its defenders. While up front, the club made several moves to ﬁll voids left by their graduating players. The club signed 6’3” and 175 lbs forward, Austin Guevremont. The 16-year-old previously played in Sun County Minor Midget. The club also dipped into the junior hockey ranks, adding Gabe Barrette and Ethan

The Leamington Flyers enjoyed its best offensive output of this young season on Thursday, September 15 as it rolled to a 6-2 victory over the Strathroy Rockets in GOJHL play.

Going back into the history books, many familiar names and faces are returning to the 73’s, hoping to continue to add to their résumés with the club and contend for another Schmalz Cup for this year’s milestone anniversary.The Hockey Club has undergone various changes to the organization from when the hockey season concluded in April, including Danny Anger stepping down and Jamie McDermott stepping in to become the Head Coach.

now prepares for the GOJHL’s Showcase Weekend in Pelham, where it will face the Golden Horseshoe Conference’s Fort Erie Meteors on Saturday, before taking on the defending Midwestern Conference Champion, Cambridge Redhawks, on Sunday.

The Essex 73’s begin the 2022-2023 season facing off against Dresden on Tuesday, September 20, before travelling to Wheatley to face the Sharks just 24-hours later on September 21.

by Garrett Fodor

and Head Coach Jamie McDemott have said they hope to have a successful season and have something to celebrate with the fans for the 70th anniversary.Theclub enters this season looking for its ﬁrst Stobbs Division championship since the 2016-2017 season, falling each year to their rival, the Lakeshore Canadiens.

Trevor LaRue had two goals in the win, while Cody Brekke and Connor MacPherson added two assists each.

Leamington improved its record to 2-1 and got its ﬁrst home win of the year, after opening the season falling 2-0 to St.TheThomas.teambounced back from that loss with a successful trip to Chatham on September 11 in a rematch of last year’s Western Conference Finals, skating away with a 5-2 mark over the Leamingtonrivals.

Hamlin from LaSalle and Isaac LeGood from Chatham.Lastly, it was also able to add 2002-born forward, Jacob Archer, from the Markham Royals of the Ontario Junior Hockey League.Impressively, the club enters the season carrying just two rookies, with the rest of the 23-man roster having played junior hockey. The much older, more experienced club enters the anniversary carrying four 2001-born overage players and seven 2002-born skaters.

William Van Sumeren also hit the scoresheet with his second goal of the year.

The countdown to the start of the 2022-2023 hockey season is set to hours as the athletes with the Essex 73’s prepare to take to the ice for the franchise’s 70th season.

The Flyers’ next home game is Thursday, September 29, when it will play host to the Komoka Kings at 7:10pm.

(Photo courtesy of Garrett Fodor, Leamington Flyers). Trevor LaRue fires a rocket of a shot on net for one of his two goals on Thursday.o

It was also a landmark night for newcomers Adrian Bosev, Hayden Reid, and Ryan Cronheimer, who scored their ﬁrst goals as a member of the Flyers.

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Checker Flag Raceway – a 3/8s of a mile oval track – was located at what is now the southend of Lesperance Road, at County Road 42. It is now a subdivision. There is a park there that has a plaque, marking the track’sJohnhistory.Fahringer was associated with Checker Flag Raceway since the day it started in 1962; ﬁrst as a spectator and racing fan, then, in its second year, as an owner of a race car with a partner who drove.Hewas pleased to share some of the raceway’s history at the event.

Photo submitted by Wendy Cunningham. Pictured are some of Jack “Speedy” Monaghan’s family members during an event that celebrated his life and the former Checker Flag Raceway: Ron Monaghan, Jean Marc and Leanne (nee Monaghan) Paquette, Richard Monaghan, and Dan Monaghan.

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cover you with his feathers and under His wings, you will ﬁnd refuge. His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.”Essex Legion Branch President, Dave Renaud, thanked the ﬁring party, Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums, the Colour Guard, and all who took the time to attend the service at the cenotaph, and celebrate the Legion and all it offers to the community.

Currently, there are 769 members on the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion roster for 2022. New members for the Essex Legion and the Ladies’ Auxiliary are always welcome. Those interested can head into the Branch and ask for an application form.

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Photo submitted by Wendy Cunningham. Pictured are Michelle Desjardins, John and Marilyn Fahringer, and Mark Desjardins Jr. Michelle & Mark Jr. are the Presidents of the Checker Flag Raceway Fan Club. John Fahringer was former owner of Checker Flag Raceway and his wife, Marilyn, raced at Checker Flag.

Checker Flag Raceway and share memories of Monaghan, while looking at displays set up at the Sandwich South Heritage Centre for the event.

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friends up until the time he passed away.

“We had quite a time when Jack and I ﬁrst bought it with the Township itself,” Fahringer recalled. “The neighbourhood didn’t like the idea of us becoming a dominant racetrack. They didn’t like the crowds that would come there or the dirt that would come from the track itself. Ultimately, we got it approved and went ahead with a major reconstruction in changing the track from dirt to asphalt. That was a lot of “Forwork.”a good many years, Jack Monaghan dominated racing there,” Fahringer commented. “Jack was an excellent driver and, I think, nineyears-in-a-row he won the Most Popular and won the points championship in most of those years.

by Sylene Argent

Sunday’s event was meaningful.“I’mso grateful for the support of so many for so long. Just the consideration to acknowledge [his passing] was really, deeply touching,” she said, noting members of the Sandwich South Historical Society contacted her soon after her father’s passing in September of 2021 to note they wanted to plan an event in his honour. “It was really lovely.”

Fahringer said he met Monaghan through racing, and the duo became good

Life of Jack Monaghan, former Checker Flag Raceway celebrated

Legion Weeks kicks-off with wreath laying ceremony...

In recognition of the one-year anniversary of Jack “Speedy” Monaghan’s passing –and with many unable to attend his funeral due to the pandemic, members of the Sandwich South Historical Society hosted a celebration on Sunday to

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And Monaghan was one of the fan favourite drivers, who often dominatedAttendeescompetitions.wereable to swap stories of their experiences at the former

used the opportunity to share Psalm 91, the Soldier’s Psalm.

Checker Flag Raceway closed in Monaghan’s1992. daughter, Leanne Paquette, said

After the wreath-laying ceremony wrapped-up on Sunday afternoon, Legion members and area residents were invited back to the Essex Legion to participate in the “Taste of the Town” event, which assembled local restaurants and allowed its representatives to interact with customers and show off their top dishes or Legiontreats.Week continued with a darts tournament on Monday evening

and a Euchre tournament on Tuesday night. Wednesday’s activities include burger day, from 11am-1:30pm, and a cornhole tournament, starting at 7pm. On Thursday, the Essex Legion will host the always popular trivia night, starting at 7pm, and Friday’s community outreach will include the annual pickerel ﬁsh fry, from 4:307pm.Festivities for Legion Week will wrap-up on Saturday with the muchanticipated Kinger’s Krazy Golf, which has already been sold out, and the Big Daddy Meat Draw.

commemorate his life and the excitement that used to surround the former Checker Flag Raceway.

“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty,” Gilliland recited. “I will say of the Lord, ‘he is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’ Surely, he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will