River Town Times - July 15, 2026

Policing issue to be finalized next term

By Ron Giofu

Tempers flared and voices were raised but it was learned the policing issue won’t actually be formally decided until the next term of council.

After over an hour of back-and-forth discussion and accusations, it was learned that while an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) community resource plan won’t be back until, most likely, September, council can still get the ball rolling on public consultation but the next council will decide on OPP or Amherstburg policing.

What was decided Monday night was that there will be no integrity commissioner investigation into a meeting two members of council had with the mayor of Windsor earlier this year.

That debate was the result of a report on policing prepared by CAO Valerie Critchley that town council had requested at its last meeting back in June where it was to outline discussions on the matter and more details about in-camera votes.

The report noted the Jan. 13, 2025 letter from Windsor that informed the town they are not renewing the policing contract with Amherstburg for another five-year term. The 11-page report noted the original five options Amherstburg town council was faced with, including sticking with Windsor, going with LaSalle, contacting the OPP, investigating a regional police model or a standalone Amherstburg model.

In Critchley’s report, it stated regarding the OPP option that “using the costing models provided by the OPP, administration estimated that, based on the population and size of Amherstburg, and the annual level of calls for service, that the annual cost for this option would be approximately $3-4M per year. In addition, there would likely be some initial ‘startup’ costs associated with capital needs, however greater clarity would not be gained on these costs until a formal proposal was received from the OPP.”

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Art Crawl returns to Amherstburg

By Ron Giofu

The Amherstburg Art Crawl returned to town for the fifth straight year and featured new art being created, the viewing and sale of other pieces of art and the unveiling of more public art pieces.

The latter included two new murals being unveiled in the town’s downtown core. The first unveiling was “The Stories We Tell,” the mural in “Art Alley” on the side of the Downtown Espresso building.

As stated in the July 8 edition of the River Town Times, Michigan artist Kevin Burdick returned to Amherstburg where he painted the mural featuring an older man telling fishing stories to a young boy, with a photo of the man and a sturgeon that he caught.

Burdick was unable to attend the Amherstburg Art Crawl due to another commitment but his work met with the approval of those who attended the unveiling last Saturday afternoon.

Two hours later, the second mural was unveiled on an Amico-owned building at the Boblo Dock, visible from the King’s Navy Yard Park extension.

“We’re

Town crier Norm Ross led a tour from “Art Alley,” through King’s Navy Yard Park and then southbound on Dalhousie St. to the Boblo Dock, stopping at art installations along the route.

celebrating Boblo,” said island resident and Art Crawl committee chair Richard Peddie.

The WSO wind quintet performed in King’s Navy Yard Park late Sunday afternoon to close the two-day Amherstburg Art Crawl (above). Artists from the Local Collective Art Project create new artwork on Murray St. (below right).

No integrity commissioner review of council members' meeting with city

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Critchley wrote in her report that administration met with the chief and deputy chief of the StrathroyCaradoc Police Service as it would be a good comparator for Amherstburg. She said the 2026 budget is now $10.9 million in Strathroy-Caradoc and based on a per capita calculation, that would equate to an annual budget of $11.9 million in Amherstburg.

One-by-one, the options have dwindled, including a March 11, 2026 motion that would have reconsidered Windsor police, but that failed. The county wasn’t interested in a regional model and LaSalle felt they didn’t have the time to implement a new policing model.

Mayor Michael Prue started the discussion at Monday night’s meeting by stating they were not there to reopen a third option with Windsor, with the only options remaining on the table being the OPP or re-establishing the Amherstburg Police Service.

Councillor Diane Pouget noted she is now able to take part in policing discussions, as she is no longer in conflict of interest due to her family member retiring from Windsor police.

Pouget began a list of questions to Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb and Councillor Linden Crain, specifically focused on the latter’s meeting with Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens. Pouget said Amherstburg approached Windsor three times looking to renegotiate but “not once did Windsor come to us stating they were willing to negotiate.”

Pouget repeatedly called the meeting a “secret meeting” and put several questions towards Crain and Gibb. She asked why the meeting was held when there was an “emphatic no” from Windsor and a “no” back from Amherstburg.

Crain said that after attending numerous events with Windsor council members at it, he said they were interested in maintaining communication with the town. “Windsor has stated they are interested in speaking with us further. I sent this to all members of council and unfortunately it was not able to be included on an agenda,” said Crain.

Crain said he received an e-mail from Dilkens stating the city would still be interested in having a conversation if Amherstburg was still interested.

Gibb said he met with Dilkens but every mayor and deputy mayor in the County of Essex as well.

“I did not ask permission to do it. I don’t have to ask permission to do that,” said Gibb.

Gibb indicated his job is to ask questions and get information, stating he was quoting Pouget from the previous meeting. He said he wanted to gather information to make a decision.

“I do not answer to the rest of the people on this council. I answer to the people of the Town of Amherstburg,” said Gibb. “With all due respect, I don’t have to ask permission to speak with anyone.”

Pouget countered by stating she conducts her business in public.

“I don’t do it behind people’s backs and I don’t go to any secret meetings,” she said.

Pouget worried that council was put in a vulnerable situation and that in-camera meetings contain confidential information.

“It’s not a secret meeting. I’ve told everyone publicly that we met. The media is aware,” said Crain.

Crain said the meeting was at a Windsor diner and said if it was secret, it would have been behind closed doors at city hall.

“We’re allowed to do our own homework and our own research,” said Crain. “That’s exactly what has been done. When I heard Windsor was still open to negotiating, that’s when I decided to bring a motion to council asking for a reconsideration.”

Pouget responded by asking why Prue wasn’t invited, stating “he’s our official spokesperson. He’s the leader of our community.”

“I don’t know why I would have had to invite the mayor to a meeting with the mayor of Windsor,” said Crain.

Gibb told Pouget she has been “a leader” on council when she doesn’t take no for an answer when she believes in something.

“I find it very disingenuous that when I believe in

something and I try to put forth a different idea or the power of this council to change people’s minds or to bring public pressure about different options, I find it very disingenuous that I’m not allowed to do it but we’re asked to accept it from other members of council,” said Gibb.

The deputy mayor said council members do the job the best they could and voters will decide in October whether they did the job well or not.

Pouget further questioned whether meetings were held “secretly” with the County of Essex or LaSalle, with Crain stating a “flat no” from the county resulted in no meeting and a lack of resources from LaSalle also resulted in no meeting. He said “I’m going to have that meeting” when Windsor expresses interest in a future conversation.

Gibb reiterated he’s met with every county mayor and deputy mayor as well as Dilkens.

“Sometimes you have to ruffle feathers to have a public conversation,” said Gibb.

Councillor Peter Courtney said the issue has been discussed extensively and the issue with Windsor wasn’t only about a voting seat with the Windsor Police Services Board (WPSB). He called the meeting with Crain, Gibb and Dilkens a “secret surprise” rather than a “secret meeting” and accused Crain of going to the media with the issue.

With Critchley’s report, Courtney said council can speak more freely on the matter. He said angry residents believed he wasn’t doing his job on the matter.

The policing issue is very divisive and now the anger and frustration has returned to the community, Courtney stated. He said the report shows “all the timestamps” when meetings were held.

“We’ve done our part,” he said.

Pouget further pressed about the Amherstburg resident on the WPSB and believed the issue was “irrelevant.” Gibb said it is not irrelevant, and he said one of the reasons the public was told the town wouldn’t continue with Windsor police was a lack of local representation on the board.

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CANADA DAY RUN

Freedom Walk 2026 concludes at Amherstburg Freedom Museum

By Ron Giofu

Anthony Cohen walked an Underground Railroad route to Canada three decades ago and has done so again.

Cohen completed his first Freedom Walk 30 years ago, stemming from a university paper he wrote that he put into practice. He walked from Maryland, starting about 20 miles northeast of the White House, to Amherstburg and was welcomed at the museum.

Now, in 2026, Cohen retraced the same route and did so starting May 4. He arrived at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum last Saturday (July 11) with this year’s walk also including the “The Journey to Freedom” sculpture that was created by his friend, American artist Wesley Wofford.

The 2,400 pound, nine-foot high sculpture arrived Saturday morning on a flatbed trailer. The sculpture represents

the “ceaseless struggle for freedom and will serve as a focal point for participants to reflect, engage and unite.”

Freedom Walk 2026 is “designed to commemorate brave freedom-seekers and self-liberators, abolitionists, and their secret networks,” pointed out museum assistant curator Irene Moore Davis.

After going through five U.S. states, Cohen said the walk was timed to cross into Canada from New York on Canada Day. He travelled by foot, boat and rail, using many methods of transport used by original freedom seekers. He crossed at Niagara Falls.

Cohen said a difference between this year from 1996, he had a team to help him plan the trip and arrange for stops along the way. He visited museums, churches, schools and community centres along the way.

Believing Black history is “under

WALLEYE

attack,” the Maryland resident decided to do the walk again this year. He discovered it was the 30th anniversary of his original walk after planning for this year’s walk already started.

“People came from all over to create the American tapestry,” he said.

Cohen added people know more about the Underground Railroad in 2026, recalling that 30 years ago, there were people he spoke to that actually thought

it was a railway that ran underground.

“People know more about history now than 30 years ago,” said Cohen. “People are more in touch with the past.”

The further people get from their past, the more they are interested in it, Cohen is finding.

“The Underground Railroad has come up a few notches the history pecking order,” said Cohen.

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Anthony Cohen made the Amherstburg Freedom Museum the final stop on his Walk to Freedom, much as he did 30 years ago. He was accompanied by Wesley Wofford’s “The Journey to Freedom” sculpture this time (left) and takes a selfie with people that listened to his talk (above).

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The meeting got to the point where clerk Kevin Fox addressed, with the blessing of Prue, procedural matters about how the meeting should be conducted.

Gibb questioned whether emotion and ego was part of the problem and believed there is still an opportunity to see what Windsor can offer.

“I don’t think it serves the people of Amherstburg,” said Gibb.

Gibb added the town should at least have received a price from Windsor on the issue.

Crain asked if another member of council could ask for a reconsideration about a Windsor police negotiation, but Prue said procedurally that could not be done, something Fox backed up.

Crain continued that the matter should be deferred to the next council and that candidates should have a say and be able to hear from residents during the campaign.

Later in the hour-long discussion, Pouget made a motion to have council contact the integrity commissioner to investigate the meeting Crain and Gibb had with Dilkens. That motion would fail in a 5-2 vote with only Pouget and Prue in favour.

“Both the deputy mayor and myself have been completely transparent from the beginning,” said Crain.

Crain said he has been subject to numerous integrity commissioner investigations, believing they were frivolous.

“I did nothing wrong here. I had a conversation with another elected official. If members of this council are willing to spend more money to investigate something that is a non-issue, that has no merit and that is frivolous in my opinion before an election, go right ahead. Spend taxpayer money to find out information that I’ve already shared,” said Crain.

“If this council wants to vote to do that, go right ahead. I will wear it as a badge of honour,” said Gibb. “I wanted to have this public conversation and we got this public conversation. We got ourselves all on record. If anyone thinks I did anything wrong, come at me. Come at me now, because I’m going to tell you, this was done right. If you want to invest more money on a political witch hunt, go right ahead.”

Councillor Don McArthur didn’t support the motion because he didn’t believe the integrity commissioner could dig out many more facts that what has come out the last two town council

meetings. He believed they cleared the air and he didn’t believe it would be the best use of resources.

“The public will have all the facts at their disposal and the public is free to make their own determination,” he said.

“I don’t think it’s worth the expense. I think sometimes the integrity commissioner can be recognized and I’m opposed to that.”

McArthur believed the dust should settle, and so did Courtney. Courtney agreed it is up to the people to decide, adding he believed going to the integrity commissioner would be a waste of money.

“It’s done. We said what we said and we move forward now. Let the people decide,” said Courtney.

Crain asked for a recorded vote, and the meeting met with further controversy when Prue started speaking during the vote. Crain challenged the chair when Prue started giving his remarks.

Prue called it standard procedure to have the mayor speak, with Crain stating Prue could have spoken during the debate instead of during the vote. The mayor said he and previous mayors have spoken during a recorded vote to explain their vote and clarify where the mayor stood.

“It’s been happening for the last 15 years and I’m just trying to exercise that,” said Prue.

Town council voted to sustain the chair, with Prue continuing his remarks. The mayor said it was a difficult situation, acknowledging Gibb is running against him for the mayor’s job in the election. Prue said by going to the integrity commissioner and if they find Crain and Gibb were blameless, that actually protects them.

McArthur said a decision of this magnitude should be taken to the people by candidates to hear what the public truly wants. McArthur said his decision was made twice not to pursue another fiveyear term with Windsor, and that it was made with integrity and not emotion.

McArthur said when he first campaigned for a position on town council in 2018, the overwhelming thing he heard was that people weren’t happy with the switch to the Windsor Police Service.

There were real, measurable savings to the town with the switch to Windsor, McArthur added, but “they weren’t gargantuan.” He said salaries of the chief and deputy chief were eliminated but the frontline costs remained.

“Every year, those savings went down, went down and went down,” he said.

Amherstburg paid $5.5 million in 2021 and 2022, $5.6 million in 2023, $6.3 million in 2024, $6.9 million in 2025 and $7.3 million in 2026.

“If you average that out, that’s a compound annual growth rate of 5.8 per cent,” said McArthur. “That’s higher than the rate of inflation. When I talk about diminishing value, that’s where I’m getting that from.”

Using that 5.8 per cent number, the dollar figure could raise to $8.6 million.

“We know the cost of Windsor police. To say we don’t know the cost of Windsor police, I don’t agree with it. We know the minimum,” McArthur said. “They’ve told us multiple times that’s too low.”

McArthur said he would rather use $4 million per year to fix roads or put in new recreational amenities than ship it to Windsor.

“Money that would be shovelled to the City of Windsor, I want it spent in the Town of Amherstburg,” said McArthur. McArthur believed if another deal with Windsor were to be made, “we’re going to do it again in five years.”

“They want more money. That’s it,” said McArthur.

The next council should make the decision on policing, McArthur added.

Courtney thanked staff for the report.

“I never wanted to come here. The media doesn’t give a (crap) about the Town of Amherstburg,” said Courtney. “When we go to them and seek controversy, what (Crain) started, they love it.”

Courtney said financial reasons was a main reason he voted not to continue pursuing Windsor, not just the issue of a voting seat on the WPSB. The reception of the letter in January 2025 was another reason, he said, and that was the only correspondence he saw.

Costs for a new Amherstburg police is an option, but an expensive one, he added, with OPP “being the only option. You have to delve into service delivery.”

“Was it emotional? I don’t think so at all,” Courtney said of the decision-making process. “We did our due diligence.”

Courtney liked the letters from other municipalities that were shared in the report, something he shared on social media because social media is “a toilet bowl.” He said town council did its job well throughout the process, including exploring all options.

Councillor Molly Allaire said she has been approached by Windsor councillors.

“It’s literally every week they talk to us. They know they want a continued partnership. They don’t know the whole story either,” Allaire contended. “I continue to stand my position I expressed during our in-camera discussions.”

Allaire said Windsor made its position clear and said no about continuing the contract.

“I believe we should respect that decision but we should respect the decision council made as a whole and we had careful consideration through that discussion,” she said.

Allaire wished candidates well as they discuss the matter on the campaign trail, encouraging them to understand the facts. Town council made the right decision, she added.

“I fully support council with what we did,” Allaire said.

Gibb said when the matter originally

came to town council regarding contract renewal, he didn’t want to pursue Windsor either. The more he talked to residents, Gibb said people were wondering why they weren’t going back to Windsor asking for a rate or a different level of service for a different price.

“We are sitting here making a decision not to get a price or options and we’re making that decision for the next set of councillors who are sitting here. We’ve already admitted we’re not going to make the decision. We’re also making the decision not to give all the options to the next council,” said Gibb. “I’m not saying I would vote for Windsor or reconstituting the Amherstburg police or vote for OPP. But we aren’t even asking the question and that’s the problem.”

Gibb said residents were promised every option would be looked at.

“We’ve broken that promise. That’s how I feel,” he said.

The deputy mayor said he spoke with other mayors and deputy mayors and many are not happy with the level of service from the OPP. He believed the residents of Amherstburg are being done a disservice by not exploring Windsor further. Prue said later in the meeting he has spoken to colleagues who are happy with OPP policing, though the service isn’t as much but “dollar for dollar” they are pleased with it.

“We needed to look into every option. We haven’t done that and I think that’s something we’re going to regret in the future,” said Gibb. “I just don’t see the logic in not asking the question.”

Gibb said the conversation had to be held and he didn’t want the next council rushed into a decision.

“That’s why I ruffled some feathers. That’s why the salacious headlines. We needed to have this conversation in public and air all our dirty laundry,” he said.

Crain said he wanted to see all options.

“How much is it from Windsor? We have no idea,” he said. “We can’t make a decision based on assumptions. We can’t make a decision based on estimates. I want to see a price from Windsor. I think it’s a very simple request. Unfortunately, we’re not heading in that direction.”

Crain added a voting seat on the WPSB is a non-issue. He said the town is receiving a service and wanted a further conversation with Windsor.

“I’m not here to point fingers. I’m here to find information, share it with residents and that’s why I brought it to the public,” said Crain.

Pouget said she listened to all tapes of previous meetings and now supports council’s decision not to pursue Windsor police. She said town administration went “over and above” to reach out to Windsor.

“Nothing materialized after that,” said Pouget. “How many times does someone have to tell us no.”

Costings are based on per capita and Pouget believed the extra cost could not be put on taxpayers. She agreed with McArthur that savings could be put on infrastructure or parks.

“We know we can’t afford Windsor policing. We know we can’t afford our own standalone policing. We know what those costs are,” said Pouget. “We can pretend that we don’t, but we do.”

Pouget said she would have voted the same way as council did.

Heritage committee endorses agreement for former high school

By Ron Giofu

The town’s heritage committee has endorsed a heritage easement agreement regarding the former General Amherst High School.

A draft heritage easement agreement between the Valente Development Corporation, the owners of the former high school property at 130 Sandwich St. S., and the Town of Amherstburg appeared on the heritage committee’s July 9 agenda.

It has not yet gone before town council.

The draft agreement states the town agrees that Valente may perform “authorized work” including the dismantling and reconstruction of the 1922 and 1951 south-facing facades and the dismantling and commemoration of murals on the west wall of the former school gymnasiums.

“The three murals constructed in 1967, described as: ‘Canada’s Centennial Year,’ “North to Freedom,’ and ‘New France,’ may be removed and shall be commemorated or re-interpreted on site. The existing plaques describing the three murals will be retained and reused alongside an interpretive plaque approved by the Town,” the draft agreement states.

Reconstruction of the 1922 and 1951 south facades that face Bill Wigle Park, “does not require the use of the existing foundations; however, the facades must maintain their current locations once reconstructed, unless an alternative location is explicitly identified and approved within a Heritage Alteration Permit.”

“The Owner may reconstruct elements of the original facade which are documented in the historical architectural drawings, or in historical photographs, and included in the Heritage Impact Assessment; the ornamental stone elements shall be salvaged from the south facade, as described in the Conservation Plan,” other items in the draft agreement read. “All ornamental stone elements, architectural detailing, brick coursing, brick patterns, fenestration, and physical dimensions as documented in the Conservation Plan, are to be reconstructed.”

Other parts of the draft heritage easement agreement

include: “Replacement brick may be utilized in the reconstruction of the facade. Any replacement brick units must be a technical match to the original in size, colour, and texture, subject to approval by the Director of Development Services or designate; Mortar utilized in the reconstruction must be compatible with salvaged ornamental stone elements to prevent accelerated decay of the original elements; and, once the 1922 and 1951 facades are dismantled, the Reconstruction of the facades shall be completed prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit for any structure on the Development Lands.”

Heritage planner Adam Coates told the committee said the heritage easement agreement “creates a legal framework that is registered on the property and title to manage historical significance during redevelopment.”

Coates pointed out the clause that allows for new brick in the reconstruction of the south façade “but keeping many of the other elements in the façade including the patterns, the design elements, the stone elements, the fenestration and things of that nature.”

The agreement allows for the removal of three most northern murals along Laird Ave., Coates acknowledged, provided they are “properly commemorated or reinterpreted” on the property.

Coates said the draft agreement gives some

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guarantees as to what can happen on the site.

The southern facade of the former General Amherst High School was part of a heritage easement agreement discussed as part of the July 9 meeting of Amherstburg’s heritage committee.

Pensioner’s Day celebrated at the Park House Museum

By Ron Giofu

Pensioner’s Day was celebrated at the Park House Museum earlier this month.

One of only two original pensioner’s cottages in Amherstburg sits behind the museum building itself and it was open as part of Pensioner’s Day events. As part of tours conducted by summer student Callie McRorie, she noted the “Pensioner’s Scheme” occurred in Amherstburg from 1851-58 where retired soldiers came back to live in town and help reduce defence costs as the new residents used to serve. They obtained jobs in town with many having duties to maintain Fort Malden, keep a guard there, and watch over three blockhouses and a picket house on Bois Blanc Island. Pensioners, who had to be chosen and stay in good conduct otherwise possibly losing their cottages, also were liable for service as special constables or as a back-up for the regular militia in the case of an emergency.

McRorie’s presentation pointed out the initial group came from England and Ireland. They arrived in Quebec in June of that year came to Amherstburg July 4, 1851, making the July 4 celebration the 175th anniversary. The town’s population at that time was 1,200 people with 200 homes, a church, port and shops.

“Some people in Amherstburg were not happy with the idea of bringing people over to live in a part of their town,” said McRorie.

Park House curator Kat Bezaire read a letter from Sarah Pollard, a wife of a pensioner that came to Amherstburg in the 1850s. Bezaire noted that Pollard still has descendants who live in the community.

Bezaire was hopeful for higher attendance, but thinks the heat and the previous night’s thunderstorms had something to do with it.

“People are dealing with a lot of downed trees right now,” she said.

The Pensioner’s Cottage at the Park House was recently upgraded and repaired thanks to funding from the Stephen P. Copeland Foundation and other donors.

“It’s looking as good or better than it did in 1851,” Bezaire said.

Bezaire said the Park House Museum is trying to use it for programming more often.

While there is a lot of focus on the War of 1812 and the Rebellions of 1837, Bezaire said there isn’t as much focus on after that.

“We tend not to focus on what happened next,” she said.

The Park House Museum belonged to Mathew Pollard and was originally located on Fort St., while the second original cottage is at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada. Others are believed to be in town but part of homes that were added onto over the years, Bezaire indicated.

Upon retirement from the British Army, the Army provided pensioners with four-room cottages for their residences.

A total of 88 cottages were built around the Amherstburg area and occupied by British Army Pensioners.

“It really took the town from soldiers living at the Fort to the town it is today,” said Bezaire.

Bezaire said there was a point in history where there were seven people living in the Park House at the same time seven people lived in the pensioner’s cottage.

Among the upcoming events at the Park House Museum is the Aug. 7 “Music off the Back Porch.” The event is held monthly where music performances are held from 6-8 p.m. Hartt Goldman and Matt & Denise Romain are the scheduled performers next month. Bezaire will kick off the night with a talk on the museum and pensioner’s cottage. It is a free event but donations to the Park House Museum are appreciated, and people are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.

Park House Museum volunteer Mark Feltoe demonstrates how to use a printing press. The printing press was the original one that was used by the former Amherstburg Echo newspaper.

Park House summer student Callie McRorie conducts a tour during “Pensioner’s Day” that was celebrated by the museum July 4.

Community Cup golf tournament helps The House Youth Centre

By Ron Giofu

The House Youth Centre is still seeking support, and got some last Saturday thanks to over 100 golfers.

The House’s 24th annual Community Cup golf tournament was held at Sutton Creek Golf July 11 and while a final fundraising figure was not known as of press time, organizers believe they were on track to raise somewhere in the neighborhood of $13,000 to $14,000.

Program director Morghan Shearon said the tournament went well, with 102 golfers and 25 volunteers this year. The number of golfers was slightly down this year due to long-time supporters being on vacation, Shearon

said sponsors and donors stepped up including Seamless Innovations sponsoring the $10,000 hole-in-one challenge. Raffle prizes ranged in value between $250-$800 this year, she added.

“The golfers said they were having a good time,” said Shearon. “We always like hearing that kind of feedback from our golfers.”

Proceeds from the golf tournament will go into The House’s general operating fund and will also help pay for the annual senior weekend. The senior weekend helps with team building and creates friendships and positive experiences.

“It’s open to alumni as well,” said Shearon.

Additional fundraisers coming up for The House Youth Centre include fish fries at the Columbus Community Hall July 31 and Aug. 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

“We’re really excited to be partnering with the Legion to do bingos this year,” Shearon added.

The House allows youth to be “messy,” find role models if they need to and gives them a safe space, she added.

“Our kids are very active in the community,” said Shearon.

Amy Bailey, a House board member who helps lead the fundraising committee, added that things are not running as smoothly as they would like with The House as there are continued pressures as it relates to covering expenses.

“We are having a really hard time trying to keep up with expenses and keeping our program going,” she said.

Bailey said the number of youth attending The House is growing and youth are consistently returning, but the youth centre still needs financial support and they continue to fundraise.

Shearon is the only paid staff member and everyone else is a volunteer, with Bailey adding they receive no government grants and they operate off of the money they raise.

The House Youth Centre is located in the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. For more information, visit www.thehouseyouthcentre.com or call 519-736-6811.

Heritage committee gets update on storm damage at Belle Vue

By Ron Giofu

The storm that blew through the region July 3 caused damage in a variety of places, including at the historic Belle Vue property in Amherstburg.

The town’s heritage committee received an update on the matter July 9.

Heritage planner Adam Coates told the committee he didn’t have a lot of information, but shared the news that he had. Coates said he attended the Dalhousie St. property the day after the storm.

“I met our director of development there in the morning and we assessed the situation,” said Coates. “We had a lot of people coming by asking questions and trying to take pictures. The building is beloved in the town as well as people who like to see when things go sideways.”

Coates said the wind caught the copper roof and peeled off a portion of the front half of the roof. Cedar shakes were in “good shape,” he said, adding he took photos at the site.

“Administration did had a drone go up and assess it, at least from that standpoint,” said Coates.

Contractors were on-site securing the building to prevent water damage, at least on a temporary capacity, Coates told the committee.

“Administration is working through this,” he said. “Myself, as the heritage planner, I took a look more from what damage is there and trying to help assessing that at

least from a heritage standpoint.”

Coates said he was there for a few hours.

“Administration did get security on-site and security is there every night,” Coates added. “Security is there every night so the building is being watched and secure.”

Committee member Stephanie Thomson said Belle Vue “is very dear to my heart” and thanked Coates for his efforts in looking after the building.

Diane Malshewski (left) had a chance to putt for $5,000 (left) while Tom McWhinnie, Johny McLellan, Dan Stein and Ted Jacob accept the Community Cup trophy from House Youth Centre board member Amy Bailey (right). The House’s golf tournament was held July 11.

CLEC’s annual Charity Golf Classic raises money for summer supports

By Ron Giofu

Golfers hit the links last Thursday all to help people with intellectual disabilities and their families.

Community Living Essex County (CLEC) presented its 34th annual Charity Golf Classic July 9 at Sutton Creek Golf Club in McGregor. Proceeds go to aid youth and families get the supports they need over the summer.

CLEC executive director Corey Dalgleish said the golf tournament proceeds will aid in the organization’s mission.

“It was amazing,” he said of the day-long tournament.

The money raised will help families pay for additional support workers since children and youth are out of school but the parents are still working. Proceeds will also help cover camp fees, recreational programming costs, and similar expenses, all to let kids be kids over the summer. Families need the support and provide relief for parents, Dalgleish stated, and CLEC wants youth supported by the nonprofit agency to have the same opportunities as all other youth.

“I know how much families count on these supports,” said Dalgleish.

Dalgleish said the agency is grateful for those who came out to golf, as well as the volunteers and the sponsors. He said the best part is that the tournament helps create summer fun for young people.

“This is really humbling and I appreciate it so much that people want to be part of the Community Living

movement,” said Dalgleish.

Janell Violet, CLEC’s manager of community relations and resource development, said there were 33 teams and 130 golfers, slightly above the 2025 Charity Golf Classic.

“It was amazing and successful,” she said. “Mother Nature was in our favour.”

There was some rain on the course for golfers, but that didn’t stop any of the golfers from enjoying the day. Violet also thanked all of the volunteers and sponsors. She added a lot of staff within CLEC also assisted with the golf tournament.

“People are very happy to support us,” said Violet. “Everything came together really smoothly. “Thank

you to our donors, participants, sponsors and volunteers. We couldn’t do what we do without the support.”

CLEC also thanked Sutton Creek Golf Club for hosting the tournament again this year.

A highlight of the tournament was the “Municipal Cup,” with representatives of municipalities vying for the coveted prize. Team LaSalle won this year, with other municipalities represented being Amherstburg, Essex, last year’s champion Lakeshore, Leamington, and the County of Essex.

Proceeds from the tournament were not known as of press time, and will be announced in the coming weeks.

Fighting Island Boxing Club hosting pasta dinner fundraiser this Sunday

By RTT Staff

The Fighting Island Boxing Club is hosting a pasta dinner fundraiser at Shooters Roadhouse in Amherstburg this Sunday evening.

The July 19 pasta dinner runs from 4-6 p.m., with entertainment by DJ Vamour lasting until 7 p.m.

There will be a raffle for two paddleboards as part of the evening’s festivities.

Proceeds from the pasta dinner will be used to help send Amherstburg boxer and two-time national champion Curtis “The Real Deal” Realba to the U17 International Boxing Championship in Oklahoma.

Tickets are $20 each and are available at Shooters, located at 17 Sandwich St. North, or the Fighting Island Boxing Club, located within the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. Everyone is welcome.

(Left) Team LaSalle won the Municipal Cup at last Thursday’s Community Living Essex County (CLEC) Charity Golf Classic. Former mayor Ken Antaya and Councillor Mark Carrick accept the trophy from CLEC executive director Corey Dalgleish. Also on the team were Joe Milicia and Tano Ferraro. CLEC manager of community relations and resource development Janell Violet addresses the crowd (above).

Summer theatre production returning as fundraiser in Colchester

By Ron Giofu

Summer theatre is returning to a Colchester church thanks to the Inspired Acting Lab and Heritage Colchester.

“Talley’s Folly” will be presented July 16-19 and July 23-26 at Christ Anglican Church in Colchester as a fundraiser for Heritage Colchester. The latter group is trying to renovate the historic Colchester Schoolhouse, which is located across the street from the church.

Director Lionel Walsh said the play was written by American playwright Lanford Wilson and it is set in Lebanon, Missouri near the end of World War II. The play centers around characters Sally Talley and Matt Friedman – to be played locally by actors Meaghen Quinn and Carl Gambacort – and a romance they had and the circumstances around it.

“He met her and they had seven dates in seven days,” said Walsh. “He goes back to St. Louis. She’s on her way to becoming a spinster. He writes her and she tries to shut it down. This is the beginning of them getting back together.”

Quinn said the play is about “two misfits trying to break social constructs, be together and take a risk.”

Walsh said the play is a prequel to one of Wilson’s other works, “The Fifth of July.”

“It won a Pulitzer,” added Quinn.

“Talley’s Folly” is described as a comedy with serious and poignant undertones. Walsh said he enjoys presenting summer theatre that is uplifting but has a message, not “frivolous comedy.” The play will “tug at

your heartstrings” but will elicit laughter as well. Walsh said it “fits the formula” of what he tries to present.

“There’s a message of hope,” said Quinn.

Walsh added he has enjoyed Wilson’s writing for a long time, adding he decided to do “Talley’s Folly” after directing another Wilson piece in his Inspired Acting Lab. The lab is through the University of Windsor.

This is the fifth year the Inspired Acting Lab has partnered with Heritage Colchester. Walsh said current and previous actors that have performed at Christ

Anglican Church in Colchester have enjoyed how close the audience is to the performance. They also like the partnership with Heritage Colchester as they work well together.

“It’s the connection to the audience,” said Walsh. “I love an intimate space.” “It’s a real privilege to perform in this church,” said Quinn.

Gambacort also enjoys the location, stating they are lucky to be able to perform there.

“The small space lends very well to the creative atmosphere,” said Gambacort.

The play is 90 minutes and will also have a “talkback” session after the show. That has become a regular feature of the shows in Colchester, where the audience gets to speak with and ask questions of Walsh and the actors.

Walsh added they have already performed a scene from the play at the Harrowood Seniors Retirement Community and it went over well.

“They seemed to be delighted,” he said.

Following the performances in Colchester, the show will be taken to Kirkland Lake and be staged there.

The July 16-18 and July 23-25 shows (ThursdaySaturday performances) are at 7 p.m. while the July 19 and July 26 shows (Sunday shows) are at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $35 for adults, $31 for seniors and students. For tickets, e-mail events.heritagecolchester@ gmail.com or call 519-790-9022.

Christ Anglican Church Colchester is located at 190 Bagot St.

Donation to the Legion

Actors Carl Gambacort and Meagen Quinn rehearse a scene from “Talley’s Folly” that is being produced by the Inspired Acting Lab, in partnership with Heritage Colchester. It runs the next two weekends at Christ Church in Colchester with opening night being July 16 at 7 p.m.

The Friday Night Dart League at Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157 recently made a $1,000 to the branch at general meeting. Kathy Bondy (left) made the presentation to 2nd vice president Patricia Ford (centre) and 1st vice president Annette Knight (right).

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Eighth and final Jovanovski Charity Golf Classic presented

By Ron Giofu

The Ed Jovanovski Charity Golf Classic has been held for the final time, and the overall fundraising total is expected to top $1 million.

That total came over the eight years the tournament was held with the eighth and final round of golf being played at Pointe West Golf Club. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will once again be divide between the Alzheimer Society of Windsor-Essex County, the Hospice of Windsor-Essex County and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for breast cancer research.

“I think it’s time,” said Jovanovski. “I think we had a nice run. I think we raised a lot of money for the charities we support and believe in.”

Jovanovski said they have actually been running the tournament for ten years, losing two to the COVID-19 pandemic. It regularly sees a full field of 144 participants, and he said that he and the organizing committee are happy with the work they have put in.

“To raise over $1 million, we’re proud of it,” said Jovanovski.

Jovanovski said they didn’t start the golf tournament looking for a specific number but were pleased the community rallied behind it.

“We had great support from the entire community,” he said.

The committee went into it with causes they believed in and wanted to raise funds to help them.

Jovanovski said they sell out every year and get great

support from sponsors, adding it’s not easy going to sponsors every year and asking for donations.

“I think the support locally is unbelievable,” he said. “It’s gratifying. Any time you are able to give back, support these causes and be part of the solution hopefully one day, that’s why we do this.”

A breast cancer diagnosis is not a death sentence anymore thanks to advancements in treatment and research, he added. Alzheimer’s is a terrible disease, Jovanovski continued, but research continues.

“That’s what it’s all about – raising money for research and awareness,” he said.

There are so many people to thank over the eight years the tournament ran, Jovanovski added, from Pointe West to all the participants, supporters and sponsors.

Committee member Scott Elliott agreed there are a lot of people and businesses to thank, adding the volunteers also deserve a lot of credit.

Elliott estimated there were about 35 volunteers at the July 10 tournament.

“This list goes on and on,” Jovanovski added, of people to thank.

Agreement endorsed by heritage committee regarding former school

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Councillor Linden Crain asked if Valente Development Corporation is in favour of the agreement. Coates said he did not want to speak for the Valente group, but “we have worked together and I believe he is on board with this strategy because I believe the intent was always to do these things.”

“This hopefully gives him the guarantees that he needs to ensure ‘this is what I have to do. I know what I have to do’,” said Coates. “Again, I can’t speak for Valente Development but we have been working collectively and I believe we have come to a good agreement.”

Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb suggested a letter of endorsement may help town council get a better picture of what everyone’s comfort level is with the negotiated settlement.

“I think this is a better way to handle it than originally proposed,” said Gibb.

Gibb added: “Maybe if there was a letter from Valente Development, that might help council. Taking off my heritage committee hat and putting my council hat on, that’s one thing I’d like to say.”

Heritage committee chair Simon Chamely questioned if a letter is necessary if no objections are heard prior to council’s consideration of the matter.

“The Heritage Act allows for the heritage easement agreement and they are required to go to the heritage committee before going to council,” Coates pointed out. “It requires a bylaw to enter into that agreement. It’s the bylaw that’s going to council.”

Committee member Stephanie Pouget-Papak said the draft agreement “does what we want it to do” and save

the south façade and its architecture, also pointing out the agreements regarding the murals.

“I think this is a good common ground,” said PougetPapak. “As a committee, we’re not trying to stop development but we’re trying not to lose our charm.”

Committee member Stephanie Thomson believed the draft agreement shows things “are headed in the right direction” and the basic understandings and requirements are being addressed.

Thomson believed the document needs a bit of “fine tuning but the legs of it are in place.”

“I’m pleased with what I see. I’m pleased with the direction this is going,” she said. “I think that what we end up with in the town will be what the townspeople want and have made clear that they want, if this is to go ahead.”

Ed Jovanovski (third from left) and the organizing committee hold the overall cheque for the amount the tournament raised in eight years. Photo courtesy of Jonathon Claro of Claro Media.

Amherstburg Art Crawl sees unveilings, music, live art and more

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Peddie noted the island’s history as a popular amusement park in its day, with the mural celebrating that history. Peddie recalled going to the amusement park as a kid and pointed out that residents and visitors enjoyed it until it closed in 1993.

“It was a major economic engine for the town,” said Peddie.

Artist David Creed and Derek Amicone from Amico unveiled the mural. Amicone said they were happy to get involved.

“We are very proud to be part of the art initiative in Amherstburg,” said Amicone.

Amicone said they support the art movement in Amherstburg and the efforts that have gone into it.

Creed went through his mural, including stories of rides he wanted to go on and historic buildings on the island. He said the island provided good memories and great times for a long time.

“It triggered a lot of wonderful memories from when I was a child,” said Creed.

The Local Artist Collective held an “Art Bash” at The Missing O restaurant within Hotel STRY and displayed their work over the two-day event. There were guided and unguided tours, 23 plein air artists throughout the town, a youth art contest and the unveiling of their work in “Art Alley,” a junior art crawl and the event’s conclusion, a performance from the WSO brass quintet in King’s Navy Yard Park.

In the children’s and teen’s art contest, Keera Bondy and Leon Arksey-Wagg took first and second place respectively in the age 6-9 category. In the 10-13 age group, Adrienne Cacilhas and Ciara Bondy won first

prize while Abigail McCort took second. In the age 14-18 age group, the first place winner was Juliana Durante. Elaine Guitar won first prize in the plein air art contest for her painting “Tranquil Interlude.” Joseph Butler’s “View from Navy Yard” took second place while Astra Nams’ “End of the Promenade” took third. The honourable mention went to Layne Van Loo’s “Sun, Shade and Solitude” while the People’s Choice Award was won by Klaus Salucop for his “Haircuts and Coffee” piece. In addition to Hotel STRY, “Unleashed” venues where art was displayed or created included St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, the Park House Museum, the Gibson Gallery, Pink House Pottery and the Amherstburg Public Library.

Peddie thanked all sponsors, including title sponsor Everjonge Homes, and pointed out the art scene is increasing in Amherstburg. There were 13 public art installations in Amherstburg when Creed created the mural at River Bookshop and Peddie added there are now over 60 pieces of public art, including 24 in “Art Alley.”

“We’re loving it that other people are stepping up,” said Peddie.

There is no specific theme for public art, he added, with the hope that there is something for everyone. He said the Art Amherstburg Society, which organizes the Art Crawl, pays a portion for murals while the business owner pays the rest.

Peddie said Amherstburg was already a great destination for many reasons but more public art has increased the town’s already strong appeal.

Artist David Creed goes over his new Boblo mural after it was unveiled July 11.

Elaine Guitar plein air paints in King’s Navy Yard Park en route to winning first place in the plein air competition.

Marsh HIstorical Collection collections co-ordinator Meg Reiner (left) and town crier Norm Ross (right) led a walking tour Sunday

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church’s “Busy Bees” presented children’s activities at one of the “Unleashed” stops.

North Star High School hosts first-ever “Alumni Night”

By Ron Giofu

North Star High School welcomed not only alumni from its brief history recently but also graduates of General Amherst High School and Western Secondary School as well.

The Amherstburg public high school held its firstever “Alumni Night” where graduates, including those from the now-former high schools, were allowed to come in, enjoy food prepared by the school’s culinary department and get tours of the current school.

Principal Kyle Berard said they want to re-connect with the community, establish partnerships and let people in the Amherstburg area know the high school is ready and willing to work with them. “We’re reaching out into the community,” said

Berard. “We want to re-establish connections in the community. We’ve had a number of people come through.”

With the belief North Star is “more than a school,” Berard said they are a community school that offers opportunities for the students and town.

Roughly 100 students offered the tours, prepared the food and helped organize and run the “Alumni Night.”

“The young people will be leaders in the community of Amherstburg or in any other community,” he said.

The “Alumni Night” was also an opportunity for the general public to simply learn more about North Star High School and its programs.

“We want everyone to see what a great place this is,” said Berard.

Tasha Cannaday came with family members to the “Alumni Night” in order to get a better look at the school. Her son Caiden is in Grade 5, but Cannaday pointed out he will be attending North Star High School in a few years.

“We’re new to the area. We wanted to see the high school,” said Cannaday. “We had just heard really good things and wanted to see it in-person.”

Cannaday added they liked what they saw and was impressed by how engaged the current students were when it came to showing visitors around the Simcoe St. building.

June 25, 1936 – June 27, 2026

Doris White (nee Renaud)

July 9, 1942-July 10, 2026

Surrounded by his family, Bob joined the angels in Heaven on July 7, 2026. He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Tina (nee Wigle) and his 3 sons, Rob (Ashley), Jeff (Stephanie) and Adam (Josslyn). Adored Papa to Declan, Irelyn and Isabella. Dear son of the late Bob and Florence Friars. Brother to Bill (Barb), John, Rosemary (Gerry) Finnegan, late Gail Bratt (late Bernie Krebs, late Donald Bratt), Valerie (Bill) Caulkins, Susan (Tony) Jaber, and Tom (Sue Gaunt). Dear brother-in-law to the late Kay (Chip) Martin, Meg (Kevin) Atkinson, and Jay (Cheryl) Wigle. Bob will be missed by many nieces and nephews.

Bob loved to play golf and shoot pool and was a devoted Toronto Maple Leafs fan. He sang bass with the barbershop guys and with the St. Johns Choir.

If you so desire, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation.

In Keeping with Bob’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Please join the family at Families First, 585 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg (519-969-5841) on Friday, July 17, 2026 from 3-5 and 7-9pm. Eulogies at 8pm. Online condolences may be shared at familiesfirst.ca

Friars, Bob Obituaries FOLLOW

Donald Joseph Allor Ouellette (Don) passed away on Saturday, June 27th. in Trenton, Michigan. Don was born in 1936 to Josephine and Victor Ouellette and raised in Amherstburg, Ontario. In 1955, he joined the United States Marine Corps and remained until 1958. Following that, Don trained as a welder and oiler and sailed for years on numerous Great Lakes ships and Ocean Going vessels. A highlight of Don’s career was being part of the crew on the Glomar Explorer, a deep-sea drillship platform built for “Project Azorian,” the secret 1974 effort by the United States Central Intelligence Agency to recover a Soviet submarine.

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at WRH-Ouellette Campus at the age of 84. Predeceased by her parents Armand and Clara Renaud. Devoted wife of 64 years to Herb. Beloved mother of Mike White, Lou-Ann White (2025), Jeff White and Julie Wingerden (John). Cherished grandmother of Savannah Greeley, John Wingerden (Mackenzie), Jordan Wingerden and Mary Diem. Best great grandmother to her Little WooWoo, Miles.

Doris is survived by her siblings Anna Morencie (the late Lorenzo), Franky Renaud (Shirley), Bella St. Denis (Willy), Evariste Renaud (Theresa) and Leah Lucier (the late Lawrence). She is predeceased by her brother Gordy Renaud (the late Judy). She is survived by her brothers and sisters-in law, Ron McCormick (the late Nina), Laurel Lentz (the late Carl), Marlene Massey (the late Art), and predeceased by her brother and sister’s in-law Terry White, Susie Small, Leona Matte (the late Gene), Donna Walker (the late Bob) and Len White (Linda).

Doris had a love of baking, especially creating beautiful cakes for family and friends. She enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life including sewing, reading and colouring. Above all else Doris cherished her family, who were the center of her life and her greatest source of joy. A special thank you to the staff at Chateau Park LTC, for all your loving care and compassion, as well as the staff from WRH-Ouellette Campus ER Dept and 5th floor for your guidance and support.

Visitation and services have taken place. If you desire, donations to the Alzheimer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences and cherished memories of Doris may be shared with the family at www.jhsuttonfuneral.ca

Throughout his lifetime, Don had a passion for automobiles and was the proud owner of many vintage models, especially convertibles. This interest led to years of collecting books and ephemera and resulted in a large personal library that he cherished and shared with his family. Don was a true bibliophile who loved to read, enjoyed movies and was a man of great interest in history, geography and animals. His intrigue led him to many world ports with a special affection for the American west. In his retirement he loved to work on his vintage postcard collections of ships and all things, transportation. He developed respectful friendships and loved to share his passion in great storytelling.

Don was a beloved brother to the late Jack, 2024 (Peg), the late Patricia Bondy, 2026 (the late Paul, 2026), the late Timothy, 1962, Tom (Sandy) and Judy Bezaire (Joel). He was a devoted and proud uncle to the late infant Timothy Ouellette, 1964, John Ouellette (Linda), Michael Ouellette (Monique), Paul Tim Bondy, Peter Bondy, Stephanie Savoni (Peter), Paula Ouellette, Renee Gay, Laurie Ouellette, Kimberly Bezaire (Gerard), Jeffery Bezaire (Fionna) and Brian Bezaire (Cynthia). He was a delightful great-uncle to Shannon and Timothy Ouellette, Jacob and Hanna Ouellette, Charlotte and Jack Savoni, Zachery and Justin Gay, Rhys, Marissa and Marshal Lucas, Michel LeClair, Eric, Ian and Juliette Bezaire and Benjamin and Calla Bezaire.

Don was nostalgic about his boyhood and teen years in his beloved Amherstburg and Essex County. He adored his Ouellette and McKenzie families and always made a special effort to keep in touch through postcards, beautifully composed letters and visits whenever he could. Don was a curious traveller to the very end and he registered to have his remains donated to the Anatomical Gift program at Wayne State University in Michigan. Beyond this, he requested cremation. A private family interment at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Amherstburg, Ontario will be held at a later date. Rest in peace, sweet one. We will always remember your positive energy, your sense of humour and your determination to live life to the fullest.

Love, your family.

DonaldJoseph Allor Ouellette

Tasha Cannaday, Caiden Cannaday and Bernadette Sydow were among those taking a tour of North Star High School at the recent “Alumni Night” (left) while principal Kyle Berard welcomes the public and student volunteers (right).

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Music off the Back Porch

Historian, sculpture stop in Amherstburg

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“The Journey to Freedom” sculpture had been mothballed in the U.S., Cohen said, in part because of funding cuts to groups and museums. When Cohen decided to do his walk again, he spoke with Wofford and they agreed the sculpture would be included on the walk. He encouraged people to record their own stories to keep history alive.

Canadians have been very welcoming, he added, as they “have left the door open and kept the light on in our time of need.”

Cari-Lynn Ristic, a museum board member, said they always welcome opportunities to display their history as a people.

Moore Davis added she first saw the “Journey to Freedom” sculpture the night before at Sandwich First Baptist Church in Windsor and described it as “a very powerful” experience.

“It was like staring into the face of an ancestor,” said Moore Davis.

Cohen and the sculpture were at the John Freeman Walls Historic Site and Underground Railroad Museum in Lakeshore last Friday before going to Windsor, and then to Amherstburg.

The event at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum was drop-in style, with tours, history highlights, and a presentation by Cohen. There was also the Canadian premiere of the film “Camp Delaware” as well as a panel discussion with filmmakers Francine and Mark Butler.

According to information sent by Moore Davis, the film pertains to an African American Civil War regiment. Moore Davis pointed out the content has a deep connection to Harriet Tubman’s own roles in the Civil War as well as the participation of others connected to the museum, such as formerly enslaved Civil War veteran George Taylor, whose “Taylor Log Cabin” is a key part of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum complex.

The July edition of Music off the Back Porch was held last Friday evening at the Park House Museum with Linda Girard (top right) and Don McArthur (top left) being the performers. The next Music off the Back Porch is Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. (weather permitting) with Hartt Goldman and Denise & Matt Romain being the scheduled performers. It is free to attend, with donations to the Park House Museum welcome.

RTT PHOTOS BY RON GIOFU

“The Journey to Freedom” sculpture by Wesley Wofford was viewed by members of the public last Saturday morning at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum.

Admirals make huge trade, send top scorer to Lakeshore

By Fred Groves

The Amherstburg Admirals are re-building.

In a blockbuster trade made last week, the local Provincial Junior Hockey League (Jr. C) hockey club made a huge deal with Lakeshore.

Heading to the Canadiens are the Admirals top scorer in both the regular season and playoffs, Stefan Djordjevic and promising young goalie Landon Dimitroff. Joining the Admirals for the 2026-27 season will be overaged goalie Hunter Welk and forward Dacian Pillon-Vandenbogarde.

“Stef requested a trade at the end of last season and Dimitroff wanted to be traded,” said Admirals GM Andrew Sykes.

Djordjevic had 38 points including 19 goals during the regular season and he was by far the best player during the post-season as he added 17 more points including 11 tallies.

Dimitroff, the Admirals 16-yearold last season, posted a .906 save percentage and a 3.57 GAA. He was teamed with Bennett Horrocks who could catch on with the LaSalle Vipers Jr. B team.

“Goaltending is always your number one concern,” added Sykes.

In Welk, the Admirals get a proven winner. The overage player was the sixth best goalie statistically in the entire PJHL last year with a 2.02 GAA, a .917

save percentage and his 14-4-0 record included five shutouts.

Commenting on Welk, Sykes says, “I like his experience and winning pedigree. I think he will be one of the top goalies in the league.”

On the front end, Amherstburg

gets a young prospect in PillonVandenbogaerde who was in seven games for Lakeshore last year. He played 25 in the Jr. B circuit last year with both Sarnia and LaSalle. The Admirals also receive a player development fee.

With the departure of Djordjevic, and a couple of others who have also requested trades, Amherstburg will rely on a rookie crop along with veteran Cale Marontate and Cory Leach to put the puck in the net. Look for secondyear Liam Tiessen to contribute more.

“I really like our forwards. It is not a worry, there is a lot of talent,” said Sykes.

Welk could be busy in net as Freddie McCroy and second-year Cameron Robinet are the only returnees.

“I think we will be good enough to compete. The division from top-tobottom will be younger. I think we recruited the best Triple A players,” noted Sykes.

The Admirals hit the ice for training camp in Tecumseh Aug. 28-30.

SLAPSHOTS — Amherstburg is hosting a cornhole tournament July 24 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Columbian Club in McGregor.

Amherstburg’s Michael DiPietro captures prestigious AHL award

By Fred Groves

There is a song that goes – Simply the best. Better than all the rest.

Those lyrics are synonymous with Amherstburg’s Michael DiPietro who is the best goaltender in the American Hockey League.

Recently he added another award to his collection – the Doug Messier Award. Presented by the Professional Hockey Players Association, it acknowledges the Most Outstanding Player in the AHL.

DiPietro, and co-winner Marcus Crawford were acknowledged for exemplifying professionalism and the character that earns the respect of their peers.

“That gave me a lot of pride. I am very

humbled by it. It beats every hockey accolade I have received. I always wanted to be my best version for my teammates,” said DiPietro.

While the awards look nice on a hockey resume, he is continually finding the balance between his job as a professional hockey player and his personal life which includes getting married this summer.

With the continual pressure of making, it to the next level, which is getting very close, DiPietro admits that he has to stay grounded. He does that by being strong in his faith, and a few years ago started seeking out the advice of a sports psychologist.

“That has helped dramatically. It helps me to talk about what is on my mind.”

DiPietro is getting a lot closer to the

ultimate gig, playing in the National Hockey League.

For the past three season he has been the number one guy between the pipes for the Boston Bruins’ top farm club, the Providence Bruins in Rhode Island and his numbers this past season topped all AHL goalies. He went 34-8-1 with a 1.91 GAA to go along with a .930 save percentage.

Recently the Boston Bruins traded goalie Joonas Korpisalo to the New York Rangers and many are now penciling in DiPietro to be the backup to Jeremy Swayman.

“It’s a lot of noise,” said DiPietro of the speculation. “Everyone has an opinion, it’s not solidified. In terms of pressure, it is a lot of pressure.”

DiPietro admits he does not have a

social media presence because he wants to stay away from the rumours but says he is looking forward to the chance to playing in the NHL.

“I want to make it to the NHL but the job needs to be earned.”

Spending a lot of time this summer in Amherstburg and staying in shape before he heads to the Bruins’ training camp in mid-September, DiPietro says when he talks to young goaltenders, he encourages them to stay strong mentally.

“There is a lot more to me than hockey, but I am excited about the opportunity,” he said of his chances to make the Bruins.

Drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the third round after a junior career in Windsor and Ottawa, DiPietro, 27, becomes an unrestricted free agent in 2027.

U10 Cardinals compete in London baseball tournament

Amherstburg hosts Tecumseh July 21 in Malden Centre

Special to the RTT

On the weekend of July 10-12, the U10 Amherstburg Cardinals travelled to London to play in the annual London Talons tournament, which brings in teams from all over the province.

On Friday, the Cardinals lost to the Lakeshore Whitecaps 15-10.

The Cardinals were led by Ethan Bradacs and Atticus Martin with two hits apiece, with Patrick Motruk chipping in a long two run home run.

The Cardinals defeated the Waterdown Wolves

19-10 last Saturday. While the Cardinals did not have their best defensive game, the offense carried the team.

Cameron DiPasquale led the way, going 3-for-3 with a home run and a triple. He drove in three runs, while Neil Mathieson drove in two.

Bradacs and Colton Garvey also had multiple hits.

On Saturday night, the Cardinals lost a heartbreaker to the Uxbridge Grizzlies 10-8. Brock Abraham pitched a fantastic game for the Cardinals on the mound, with Garvey and Tyler Hindermeier each contributing two hits. This was a fabulous

baseball game that saw the Cardinals lose with the tying run at the plate.

Overall, it was a great weekend for our boys! We would like to thank our parent group, relatives and fans for their continued support.

The U10 Cardinals next home game is July 21 against the Tecumseh Rangers in Malden Centre. Continue to follow the schedules of all our rep, selects, girls fast pitch and house league teams at www.amherstburgbaseball.com.

(Editor’s Note: The River Town Times welcomes reports from other local sports teams as well. E-mail write-ups and photos to mail@rivertowntimes.com.)

The Amherstburg Admirals traded their top scorer from last season Stefan Djordjevic (left) and goalie Landon Dimitrof to Lakeshore last week with goalie Hunter Welk (right) and Dacian PillonVandenbogarde coming to Amherstburg.

Community Calendar

THURSDAY, JULY 16-SUNDAY, JULY 19

& THURSDAY, JULY 23-SUNDAY, JULY 26

FUNDRAISING PLAY; The Inspired Acting Lab and Heritage Colchester combining to present “Talley’s Folly” by Lanford Wilson. Starts at 7 p.m. July 16-18 & 23-25 with 2 p.m. performances July 19 & 26. Held at Christ Anglican Church in Colchester, 190 Bagot St. For tickets and information, please contact events. heritagecolchester@gmail.com or call 519-790-9022.

FRIDAY, JULY 17

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC; Canadian Blood Services hosting blood donation event at the Libro Centre (3295 Meloche Road, Amherstburg) from 1-6 p.m. Appointments can be booked through www.blood.ca or by calling 1-888-2-DONATE.

SUNDAY, JULY 19

BOXING CLUB PASTA DINNER FUNDRAISER; The Fighting Island Boxing Club is hosting a pasta dinner fundraiser at Shooters Roadhouse in Amherstburg. Dinner from 4-6 p.m., entertainment by DJ Vamour until 7 p.m. Raffle for two paddleboards. Proceeds help send Amherstburg boxer Curtis “The Real Deal” Realba to the U17 International Boxing Championship in Oklahoma. Tickets $20, available at Shooters (17 Sandwich St. N.) or Fighting Island Boxing Club (320 Richmond St.).

THURSDAY, JULY 23

MID-SUMMER DINNER; Held at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., from 4:30-9 p.m. FRATE Street Food providing the food, Don McArthur providing the entertainment. Dinner will be served starting at 5 p.m. onward. Proceeds benefit the ongoing renovations at Bryerswood’s activity centre and the Rotary Club of Amherstburg. For sponsorship opportunities, reach out to Cathy at vicepresident@bryerswood. com. Tickets at www.bryerswood.com/events-list.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

WALTER PERRY EMANCIPATION CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC; Held at Coachwood Golf & Country Club, 7525 Howard Ave., with registration at 9 a.m., shotgun start at 10 a.m. Cost $150 includes golf, cart, meal. Proceeds benefit Amherstburg Freedom Museum.

To register, call Monty Logan 313-378-2217, Derrick Hurst 519981-4997 or Richard Holland 519-590-5738.

ONGOING

YARN DONATIONS WANTED; Donations needed to make hats, mittens, scarves and blankets for the homeless and for hospitals. Also, volunteers making beds for cats and dogs at the WindsorEssex County Humane Society. Please bring yarn donations to Royal Canadian Legion Br. 157 in Amherstburg or phone Deb for pick-up at 519-995-4057. Thank you in advance!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED; The Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission needs reliable volunteers every Friday from 3-5 p.m. to help clean, including sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping. For info, e-mail Jill at aburgmission@yahoo.com or visit www.aburgmission. ca and look under the “Volunteer” tab. A volunteer application can also be filled out at the mission, 298 Victoria St. S.

VOLUNTEERS AND ALUMINUM CANS NEEDED AT BRYERSWOOD; Community service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@bryerswood.com. Camp is accepting donations of aluminum cans. Drop by the camp Monday-Friday 12:30-4 p.m. with donations.

ROTARY CLUB OF AMHERSTBURG MEETINGS; Rotary meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. New members welcome. For info, e-mail rotaryclubofamherstburg@ gmail.com or call Susanne at 519-990-2775.

GIBSON GALLERY EVENTS; Latest exhibit is “Looking in a Rear View Mirror: Art Reflections by Bobbi (Barbara) Wagner.” It runs through July 26. Reception July 19 from 2-4 p.m. For more info on the exhibit, guilds or adult/children’s classes offered by the gallery, visit www.gibsonartgallery.com or call 519-736-2826. The Gibson Gallery is located at 140 Richmond St. in Amherstburg. Current hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.

MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELLING SERVICES; The Youth

Wellness Hubs Windsor-Essex holds mental health and counselling services at The House Youth Centre, 320 Richmond St. (Amherstburg Community Hub). Runs every Thursday from 2-6 p.m. Free for people ages 12-25. For details, call 519-800-8640.

MEALS ON WHEELS; Offered by Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Meals on Wheels assists those unable to shop for food and cook meals. Also available to those recovering from illness or surgery. Healthy, delicious and affordable meals provided to residents of Amherstburg, Harrow, McGregor and LaSalle. ACS caters to dietary needs. Meals come with soup, bread, main course and dessert. Cost $8 per meal. Call 519-736-5471 for details.

QUILT GUILD MEETINGS; The Erie Shores Quilt Guild invites guests/new members to attend monthly meeting held every third Tuesday at St. John’s Hall, 1782 Oriole Park, North Woodslee. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7 p.m. Our purpose is to promote and encourage the art of quilting in Essex County. 519726-5869.

RIVER CANARD COLUMBIAN CLUB EVENTS; Charity bingo Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Chicken or rib dinner first Friday of every month. Eat-in or take-out. Call before Wednesday to order 519734-8575. Dinner from 4:30-6 p.m. Hall located at 8965 Malden Road. Hall space available for rent for showers, weddings, birthdays, stags and more. For info, call 519-734-8575.

COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HALL EVENTS; The Columbus Community Hall at 190 Richmond St. has bingos Thursday nights and fish fries (with chicken as well) Friday nights. Everyone welcome to come and enjoy the evening. Sr. parties every second Tuesday at 3 p.m. except in July and August. For info, call 519-736-4870.

SERVICE TIME; Christ Anglican Church, 317 Ramsay St., now has one service, starting at 11 a.m. All are welcome.

AMHERSTBURG RESIDENTS FORUM; Group welcomes residents seeking solutions to town hall to join them the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the union hall at 140 Pickering Dr.,

across from Walmart.

GOLDEN AGE CLUB; The Golden Age Club, Amherstburg’s friendship club, located at 179 Victoria St. S., offers social activities five days a week, $10 a year to join. Over 160 members have fun playing euchre, pepper, bingo, cribbage, mahjong, bridge and line dancing. Club crochets mats from milk bags for those in need. We also have three luncheons and a Christmas party. You pick which activities you want to participate in. Visit www.goldenagecentre. ca to see how to join, participate, and learn how we support our community.

FOUNDERS CLUB; Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club (BYCOC) seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” to help fund general operations of the camp. Donors with gifts of $5,000 and over become “Founders Club” members and have one square of camp property sponsored in their name. Multiple squares available. Tax receipts provided. For info, visit www.bryerswood.com, call 519-996-7364 or e-mail info@bryerswood.com.

MISSION HOURS; The Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., open from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with free lunch from 12-1 p.m. Mission food bank open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. and 1-2:45 p.m. For info, call 519-736-9140 or visit www.aburgmission.ca. Stop by for food, fellowship and a warm welcome. All donations welcome.

BOTTLE DONATIONS; The AMA Sportsmen Association accepts donations

Public consultations anticipated once OPP information arrives

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Prue said Dilkens is not just another politician or just another mayor from another municipality, stating “he is our service provider. He is our contracted agent. He is the one that sets up the deal, gives us the offer and either we take it or not.”

Prue maintained that the city told the town they “weren’t making enough money on the deal.” He added that they

explored all options in policing, from a regional force that the county shot down and to LaSalle, with timing stopping that option. Amherstburg police would be “very expensive,” he added, and the report from the OPP is still being sought.

“We have explored every single option that I and this council committed to from the beginning,” said Prue.

Prue added Windsor sent “a terse

e-mail” they didn’t want to renew the current agreement.

“(Dilkens) has never once talked to me on anything since that date,” said Prue.

Prue claimed Amherstburg was treated badly and “I would not demean this town to go back and say ‘please, please, give us a better option.’”

“I will not be party to any motion that sends us cap in hand begging ‘how

much are we going to get this for?’,” he said.

Prue said the OPP option has to be brought back to the current council as they have six months to deal with the offer. While a final decision can’t be made by the current council, delaying it would not be fair to the new council.

Critchley said once details are received from the OPP, the public consultation could be done sooner.

CLASSIFIEDS

FOR RENT

CASA BLANCA & BELLA

VISTA APTS. 365-369

Dalhouise. Centrally located in downtown Amherstburg with river views. Large, clean, quiet and secure. Stainless steel appliances, on-site laundry, patio or balcony and parking. Starting at $1395 including utilities. Call 519984-1745 to view.

WANTED TO BUY

Buying for Cash $$$ July 29, 30, 31 – 9am - 4pm -GOLD, SILVER, Jewelry ALLCOINS. Jul-29 Roma Club, 19 Seacliffe Dr E. Leamington. Jul-30 EssexRailwayStation, 87 Station St Essex. Jul-31 K of C Hall, 190 Richmond St Amherstburg. -Cash Paid for ALL GOLD, SILVER All COINS; Canada, USA, Loose coins to complete collections World War Medals, Windup Watches, Mintsets,Old paper money FREE ESTIMATES NO OBLIGATION **Locally Owned** 61 Years of “SATISFIED CUSTOMERS Always Paying MoreThan the Brochures you get in the mail from the Quebec company Best to deal Local $$$ House calls also available for larger amounts Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed. 519818-1805.

FOR RENT

Caldwell Towers N, twobedroom apartment for rent available July 1. Underground parking, 1,228 sq.ft. Additional 2.5 bedroom with excellent view of river, 1428 square feet, available August 1. Call Andy 519-736-7295.

EVENT SPACE FOR RENT

Hall Rental for showers, birthdays or gathering at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church- 129 Simcoe St. Amherstburg. For information, please contact Linda @ 519-736-6096 or Doris @ 519-734-8154.

APARTMENT WANTED

Retired couple looking for one-bedroom apartment for rent in Amherstburg. Can pay up to $1,500 inclusive. 519-792-4061.

“ARE YOU SAVED?”

That is the most important question you will face. Jesus Christ is the answer. Mt. Beulah Church, 246 King St., Amherstburg (519)736-4110.

RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS

WITH OVER 30 YEARS of renovation & construction experience, I can ensure your project is completed professionally, correctly, and with pride. Locally owned & operated. Fully insured and references available upon request. www.renovisions.ca Steve 519-300-0961.

HELP WANTED

Commercial lot cleanup and grass cutting in summer and drive a plow truck in winter in Amherstburg area. Must have experience and a valid good driving record. 7:00am-10:00am11:00am Monday to Friday in summer and on call in winter. We prefer you live in Amherstburg or area. Great for retired or semi-retired persons. 15-20 hours a week. Send resume to Ron@MikhailHoldings. com, please no phone calls.

GARAGE SALE

Held at 608 Hackett Road (Kingsbridge) July 18 from 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Tools, books, assorted kitchen items, duvets, Christmas items, misc items. Rain date: Sunday, July 19th.

We would like to thank all involved in the 2026 AMA Sportsmen’s Association Walleye Tournament. Best. Organized. Tournament. Anywhere.

POWER WASHING & PEST CONTROL

SUDOKU

DELINE’S SERVING AMHERSTBURG since 1988. Making your home look new again. 519-7362448.

Thank you, Richard Schwab Family

Splash Pad is Open at Toddy Jones Park 7 days a week

Test your Smoke Alarm! Are you a business in town? Stay informed and stay connected! Subscribe to our Economic Development newsletter by emailing: business@amherstburg ca TAX DUE DATE Ribbon CuttingWaterfront Festival Plaza 10am Tomorrow

PUBLIC NOTICE – PESTICIDE USE WITHIN THE TOWN OF AMHERSTBURG

The Town of Amherstburg intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides within its boundaries:

North of Alma Street – 2nd Concession N, 3rd Concession N, 4th Concession N, 5th Concession N, 6th Concession N, 8th Concession N, Alma Street, Texas Road, North Sideroad;

South of Alma Street – 2nd Concession S, 4th Concession S, 5th Concession S, 6th Concession S, 7th Concession S, 9th Concession S, Lowes Sideroad, Creek Road, Malden Colchester South Townline Road, CKLW Townline Road, South Side Road, Collison Side Road,

The following pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) will be used:

ClearView Herbicide (Registration Number 29752), which contains the active ingredients

Aminopyralid (present as potassium salt), and Metsulfuron - methyl in combination with Gateway Adjuvant (Registration Number 31470, which contains the active ingredients Paraffinic Oil, and Alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfacants;

Navius FLEX Herbicide (Registration Number 30922) , which contains the active ingredients Metsulfuron – methyl and Aminocyclopyrachlor in combination with Hasten NT Ultra Spray Adjuvant (Registration Number 31760), which contains active ingredients Methyl and ethyl oleate (esterified vegetable oil).

We are controlling noxious weeds under Public Works Exception of the Cosmetic Pesticides Ban for the promotion of public health or safety. Please visit the www.amherstburg.ca for more information.

Commencing on July 15, 2026 (weather permitting) and ending August 4, 2026. For more information, toll free:

Green Stream 1-888-553-5588

Notice of Application of Larvicide for Mosquito Control

Beginning on May 1st and continuing through to September 30th, 2026 Pestalto

Environmental Health Services Inc. will apply a biological larvicide in the Amherstburg area. This application is for the control of larva mosquitoes only and will be conducted over specific mosquito breeding sites within the boundaries of:

Kingsbridge Subdivision to McCurdy Drive and from the Detroit River to Meloche Rd / Concession 3 N

A detailed map that indicates the specific boundaries of application and affected properties for this program is available at the Town of Amherstburg Public Works office at 512 Sandwich Street S and on the Town’s Website at www.amherstburg.ca

The larvicide VectoBac 1200L (PCP#21062, liquid) and VectoBac 200G (PCP# 18158, granular) may be applied to standing water if mosquito larvae are detected. This product contains the active ingredient B.t.i which is a naturally occurring bacterium found in soils and is very specific to mosquito larva This bacterium is not harmful to bees.

If your property falls within the treatment area you may be contacted by direct mail. If you have any questions, concerns or objections, you may contact Pestalto at 1-866-648-7773 or by e-mail. Objections and concerns will be tracked, and subject property will be removed from treatment.

TECHNICAL AND PROGRAM INFORMATION

Pestalto Environmental Health Services Inc.

501 Rennie St., Hamilton, ON, L8H 3P6

Tel: 1-(866) 648-7773

Morgan Tyler at morgan.tyler@pestalto.com

Town Contact: Antonietta Giofu at (519)-736-3664 ext 2320 or agiofu@amherstburg,ca