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McGregor Mug Run & Beer Fest wet but well attended

Summervibe Sounds performs at the McGregor Mug Run and Beer Festival last Saturday evening (above). They were one of five bands at the event. Despite the steady rain, the run/walk still headed off from Concession 11 in front of Co-An Park and headed through McGregor (right).

By Ron Giofu Runners and walkers got a chance to race and relax with a beer afterward over the weekend.

The McGregor Mug Run and International Beer Festival was held last Saturday with the 5K run/walk starting and ending in front of Co-An Park with the beer festival following inside the park. While runners got wet this year, they were able to stay under the pavilion to enjoy the five bands that performed and sample beer from eight local breweries.

A children’s area was also added this year where young people could also come and have some fun of their own with activities and games geared to their age group. That included a visit from the Essex Fire Department.

“It’s good. A little bit of water will

never stop us,” said organizer Ryan Raymond. “We got over 200 runners.”

A good year is about 250 runners, he noted, with this year getting close to that mark. About 220 pre-registered and more came in during the day Saturday.

Some came as far as Hamilton, he said.

Breweries included Craftheads Brewing Company, G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., Top Dog Brewing Company, Chapter Two Brewing Company, Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery, NE1 Spirits, Lot 10 Brewing Company and Broadhead Brewery.

Bands included Summervibe Sounds, Years of Earnest, Leave Those Kids Alone, Max Marshall and Carson Janik.

The music is a mix of rock, country, singer/songwriter and more, he added.

Diamond in the Rough, Vittorio’s on the Go and Triple J Jamaican Jerk were the food vendors, the latter coming in

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In addition to the 200-plus participants in the run/walk, Raymond said they average 700-900 people at the beer festival itself over the last three years.

“It’s just an awesome event and people have a good time,” said Raymond.

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Town to tear down part of hub, resident has other suggestions

By Ron Giofu Town council is going ahead with the demolition of part of the Amherstburg Community Hub though a resident had hoped to have them listen to one of his suggestions instead.

The $700,000 cost will cover part of tearing down part of the building at 320 Richmond St., one that formerly housed St. Bernard School, though Amherstburg resident John Menna appeared before council at their most recent regular meeting with other ideas.

“I estimate the total area of the building to be 30,000 square feet. According to your roof drone report, 80 per cent of the entire roof structure is in poor condition.

The rest of the roof is in fair condition,” said Menna. “I estimate 22,000 square feet of the total roof is in poor condition.”

Menna said the cost of demolition would translate into about 25 parking spots. He said there are 88 spots there, with 42 along Richmond St., 28 are behind the building and 16 spots with two handicapped spots in front.

There are 32 spaces in the fenced in area, he added, with that now being owned by a private firm Arch Corporation to build a long-term care home.

Of the spots owned privately, Menna said he sees only four spots used when he drives by daily.

“If this council believes you need more parking for future use of the hub, I believe that we have room for expanding along Richmond St.,” he said.

Menna said if a parking study was done in back of the hub, there is room

Town council has approved demolishing part of the Amherstburg Community Hub at 320 Richmond St. despite a resident's suggestions to repurpose the building and take a closer look at parking there.

for expansion there. He believed there could be more parking added cheaper than $700,000.

“You need a parking study before you spend $700,000 taxpayer dollars,” he said.

The Amherstburg food bank used part of the unused portion of the building but “it now sits empty” due to the pending demolition.

“This council needs more information and study and only then can administration can be sure to recommend spending $700,000,” said Menna.

The town should also consider repurposing the space, suggesting the 10,500 square foot space could fit library services. He said the heart and stroke rehabilitation services were also looking to expand into Amherstburg.

“Take the time to make the right decisions. Get the facts,” he said. “Do not rush a $700,000 expenditure for 28 parking spots. I think you should look at everything and re-consider.”

Menna said he didn’t notice any rain damage when inside the building due to the roof and encouraged re-purposing the building.

Council debated the procedure for

re-considering the issue, with administration pointing out that a full report had been previously brought to town council and voted upon. Mayor Michael Prue did note council had the power to deny the tender, which they did not, but not to reconsider.

Councillor Molly Allaire said she understood where Menna was coming from, but she pointed out the report noted that a $4.9 million cost would be needed to fix up the remaining space and $1.1 million is needed to take care of the spaces that are being rented.

A new parking lot would be more accessible and going this route “was a great choice,” said Allaire.

“We decided on this a long time ago.

We decided this was the right way to go with this situation. It was all part of a larger plan,” said Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb.

Gibb said he respected Menna’s delegation but said “it’s all been decided” and viewed the request as a last minute change that was not necessary.

Councillor Diane Pouget asked for various reports, such as engineering reports on the condition of the roof. She said there was no report on the condition

of the roof and its costs.

The drone report should have also been on the agenda, she believed.

“There’s no costing to show us how much it would cost to fix this whole section. That should have been reported.

Where’s the study to confirm the lack of parking at the hub?” she asked.

Pouget said the space needs study said more room is needed as well. She called the demolition report “premature” and that reports should have been included in the Sept. 23 agenda.

Prue said town council did discuss the matter Dec. 11, 2023.

“There was a full report with all the things you are asking for now and it was approved by council,” Prue told Pouget.

According to the report from manager of facilities Terry Fasan: “There is currently 9,775 square feet of unfinished unleased space at the Hub. As per the report dated June 13, 2022 the cost to finish the space, based on current construction costs was estimated to be $4,918,795. In addition, there is approximately $1,180,115 in required investments identified over the next three years to keep the HUB in good working condition, the majority of these costs are attributed to roof replacement and parking lot issues. The demolition of a large portion of the building presents an opportunity to eliminate approximately 4,800 square feet of the unfinished space at the HUB, while creating additional parking that is required. The reduction of the size of the HUB also reduces the capital costs associated with maintaining the facility, particularly the roof, once this sizable area is removed.”

Break-and-enters under investigation by WPS - Amherstburg Detachment The Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment is investigating a pair of recent break-ins to homes.

The most recent was reported Sept. 26 at 8 a.m. for a break-and-enter that was in progress at a residence on Easy St. The homeowner was home at the time but exited the home safely and contact police.

According to police, officers arrived

quickly and located a 30-year-old man still inside the residents. The accused was arrested and now faces a charge of Unlawfully in a Dwelling. He was held for a court appearance, police add.

•A break-and-enter was reported to a residence in the 200 block of Golfview Dr. Sept. 19. Police say the break-in is believed to have occurred between the hours of

10 a.m.-7 p.m. It was reported that some jewellery was stolen. The matter is still under investigation.

Residents with any surveillance video that may assist investigators are asked

to contact the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment criminal investigations division at 519-736-8559 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258TIPS (8477) or www.catchcrooks.com.

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n celebration of World Teachers’ Day (October 5), here is a photo of the teachers at Amherstburg Public School almost a century ago. Helen Marsh stands in the back row on the left. We have not been able to confirm the year this photograph was taken, although we believe it dates to circa 1926-1930.

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Ground officially broken for new Amherstburg fire station

By Ron Giofu Construction on the new Amherstburg fire station has commenced with an official groundbreaking ceremony.

The town held the ceremony last Friday morning at the Libro Centre, where the station will be located. The $11.3 million building will go up near the access point to the property along Simcoe St. Mayor Michael Prue said it was a “wonderful and important” day, noting it was a long process to get to that point.

While the decision to proceed wasn’t popular with some, Prue noted it has been made and the new fire station is going forward.

“We need this new fire hall,” said Prue. “We need it desperately. It’s going to make it so much safer for people in the town.”

The cost was alluded to, but Prue added he believes it will be money well spent.

“It’s expensive but it’s going to be worth every penny,” he said.

The new station will consolidate stations one and three – the stations at town hall and in Malden Centre respectively – and the exact fate of those buildings still will be determined. The town’s space needs study, adopted in principle by council, recommends town staff move into offices in station one once the fire department moves over while station three is recommended to be sold.

The mayor also noted the efforts of Bruce Montone, the retiring fire chief.

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The official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Amherstburg fire station took place last Friday morning. It will be located at the Libro Centre, east of the skateboard park and the laneway heading into the property off of Simcoe St.

see your dream come true,” said Prue.

CAO Valerie Critchley thanked council for its vision, noting it was not an easy decision. She said the new station will allow the Amherstburg Fire Department to serve the community in a more “modern, professional and efficient” manner.

Critchley also thanked Montone for his work the last several years as well as fire department senior staff and the firefighters. She added new fire chief Michael Mio and deputy chiefs Ron Meloche and Dan Monk will help the transition into the new station.

Several town departments played a role in getting the project to the construction stage, with Critchley extending her thanks to those as well.

She also said she is excited to work with Niacon, the contractor who won the bid for the new fire hall.

“Everyone has a hand in making this project go forward,” the CAO stated.

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Cameron Delaney, the project manager with Niacon, touted the new building as one that will be a “critical investment” in the health and safety of the community and to the firefighters themselves.

“It’s a proud moment to stand here today as we break ground on Amherstburg’s new fire station,” said Delaney.

The new fire station is a “critical investment” that will give firefighters a modern facility to work from.

“This indeed is a significant milestone in what has been a seven-year journey,” said Montone. “This station is going to provide, first and foremost, a state-of-the-art initiative to ensure (firefighter) safety.”

Slightly more than 4,000 homes will see a more efficient level of service, he added, while the rest of the community will see an improvement as well.

Amherstburg firefighters were key in

developing the fire master plan and had a major role in the new station, with 40 of 60 firefighters taking an active role.

“I’ve never experienced that anywhere else,” Montone said of firefighter participation.

Firefighter feedback was always “frank and upfront,” he added, and that was appreciated. He added his thanks to the media for staying on top of the story as it unfolded.

Masri-O Architects was also on site and thanked by Montone. He added construction should begin shortly with an anticipated occupancy date being in August 2025.

Montone pointed out the roles this council and previous councils have made and the work in the process. He noted everything from a one-station model to a four-station model were considered along the way with one not being adequate and four being too expensive. Maintaining a three-station was viable, but he said more staff would have been needed.

A new station at the Libro Centre was “step one,” he added, with the next step being a new fire hall to replace the aging station two on Middle Side Road. Montone doesn’t anticipate that being before town council for at least five years with that station likely to be smaller than the new one that is going up this year.

Mio said he is coming in during the “golden hour” with much of the hard work already having been done. He said he will guide the transition into the new station, adding he believes the new station is definitely needed.

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By Ron Giofu The rain held off just long enough last weekend for the Miracle League of Amherstburg to mark a very special anniversary.

The Miracle League honoured its founding members at a 15th anniversary celebration prior to the start of its first game last Saturday morning.

The founding board – Chuck and Ann Bondy, Mark and Michele Vigneux, Brian and Gaye McGee, John and Marilyn Holzel, Mike Bondy, Michelle Jones-Rousseau, Sandra Paisley, Tim and Diana Hunt and Ivan and Christine Petkovic – will have their names mounted on a plaque that will be installed on the scorer’s booth.

Shawn Dufour, the current board president, said it was a day not only to celebrate the players’ love of the game, but 15 years of work to keep

it happening. He said people with a vision brought Miracle League to Amherstburg.

The Rotary Club of Amherstburg was also given credit for bringing the Miracle League to town.

“Not only is it the first of its kind in Canada, it’s the first of its kind internationally,” said Dufour.

A message played on the video board at the Miracle League of Amherstburg from Diane Alford, one of the founders of Miracle League. She is the executive director since the first field was built in Conyers, Georgia in 2000.

“We’re so proud to have you as part of our organization,” Alford said in the video.

Dufour also thanked his current board for continuing Miracle League onward in Amherstburg.

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Business owner offers congratulations for recent Uncommon Festival I would just like to congratulate and thank the tourism department for an incredibly well executed festival over the Sept. 20-22 weekend.

The Uncommon Festival brought many people to our beautiful downtown.

I especially enjoyed the use of the Navy Yard Park for a variety of vendors, tents, croquet and activities. There really is no other setting more beautiful for residents and visitors to explore. The set up of various exhibits and unique attractions strategically placed in front of, or near newer businesses really helped make them visible and recognized by visitors.

The town was bursting at the seams and there were people visiting and exploring all the hidden spaces and local landmarks just the same. The drone show was enjoyed by so many visitors as well as many local residents.

Thank you for the work you did this weekend and for the long hours you put in when hosting festivals in our beautiful downtown. These are the times when closing the streets to vehicles seems necessary and worth the effort.

Thank you.

—Jen DeLuca Waterfront Ice Cream, Amherstburg

Amherst Pointe needs to be considered in transportation master plan We read the Transportation Master Plan with interest.

It discusses looking to the future 30 to 50 years from now.

New subdivisions need transportation! but what about those of us who live in Amherst Point?

We too need to get in and out of Amherstburg proper. Most of us drive vehicles, but not all.

I look forward to the day when I can hop on a bus, go shopping, visit

the library, etc.

I moved back home from Windsor and later from Toronto where public transportation reduced the need to own a vehicle.

Not only is public transportation cost effective, but it is also environmentally effective.

I do not understand why this is not addressed.

—Lynne MacDonell Amherstburg

Resident recommends sale of the Amherstburg Community Hub

I know most are aware that a decision was made to demolish part of the Richmond Street hub and put in a parking lot.

Prior to the council meeting I sent an email asking them to place this business on deferral. I can tell you that in 2023 when this was first brought to council’s attention, I agreed with the administrative report and recommendations. The building needed a new roof, administration was not successful in leasing the balance of the building that came with a multimillion dollar price tag and there was concern for parking if the seniors

care home told us we could not use their private parking lot. For those reasons, council made the best decision based on the most current information.

Fast forward to now and we learn that the library board completed a space needs study and the current library does not meet the requirements. As a result, council directed administration to complete a fulsome report in regards to the library and future needs. This is why I felt deferral on the subject was the best thing to do. Unfortunately, during the council meeting we learned that not only was demolish of part of the hub included

but work at the Golden Age building was there as well. This work has been started and as a result no change could be made as it pertained to the hub. Council’s hands were tied and they needed to go forward with this project.

In 2025, repairs to the roof are needed.

This cost is projected to be $1,180,115.

To finish the space left, we will need to spend $2,502,425. I believe a new strategy is needed.

Let’s not spend this money. As a landlord we have not been successful in filling the building. The current lessors have protection for the next 10 years.

Capital Assist Valuations have told us that the town spends on average 30-50 per cent more to get projects accomplished compared to private business.

They also indicated that we have more buildings than other municipalities of comparative size.

I suggest we declare the 320 Richmond Hub surplus, sell to a private organization that is better suited to manage this operation and put the money back into our parks.

—Rodger Hudson Amherstburg

An open letter from the Belle Vue Conservancy Amherstburg is home to Belle Vue, a National Historic Site, purchased by the Town in 2016 for $1.1million. BVC funds donated in 2018 replaced the roof, securing the house. Although the Town agreed to pursue government and other funding, there has been no recent application for the annual National CostSharing Program for Heritage Places.

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Amherstburg opened an Expression of Interest process for the restoration of Belle Vue. Assessment of three applicants was conducted by the Town; only one proposal is known.

We declined an invitation to meet with Amico-Loop since we do not endorse this proposal. Suggestions it will cost

$14 million to restore the manor do not reconcile with the $3.5 million Fed Dev application we helped submit in 2019 but newer financial details are protected.

However, given the renovation and dynamic repurposing of heritage buildings happening in Amherstburg, including Dalhousie Street renovations, the STRY Hotel, Bucket List Roastery and the exciting General Amherst High School presentation from Architectura and Valente it is difficult to understand why the only consideration for the Belle Vue was the Amico-Loop proposal.

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public BVC Blue Bayou fundraiser is scheduled for October 10. To answer guest questions, no Belle Vue donation will be given to Mr. Amicone; BVC, as a Federally Registered Charity, will never allow this.

Giving away property of this historic and monetary value is not good for the people or the Town. Council members have again voted for reconsideration of the Amico-Loop proposal. We are asking you to contact Councillors at CouncilEmailGroup@amherstburg.ca

to ensure they negotiate any purchase agreement to include proper payment for the property, prompt repair and repurposing of the building and reasonable public access under Town stewardship to return Belle Vue to the centrepiece of this thriving diverse community offering a doorway to the historic past and contributing to the economic and cultural wellbeing of present and future generations.

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Be cautious with town hall proposal

Firstly, it was great to see such a fantastic turnout for the Uncommon Festival. And having Battle of the Burg the same weekend made great fun for all.

More importantly, regarding the concept of Town Hall at the old high school site. This issue must be reviewed with extreme caution. One of the tenets of municipal government is to portray a look of neutrality, never beholden to any particular party. I have no issue

with the Valente Group, and certainly they can put any proposal forward. But our council must be extremely careful in how this issue moves forward. I am curious if any other town in Ontario has been placed in a commercial/residential development.

As for the murals, they need to be kept, though not necessarily where they are.

—Bob Rozankovic Amherstburg

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Space needs study approved in principle by Amherstburg town council

By Ron Giofu The Town of Amherstburg has approved its new space needs study in principle with it carrying estimated costs of $64.4 million over a 50-year period.

The town spent $200,000 on the study, performed by Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL) Workplace Consulting, with representatives Curtis Kjinserdahl and Susan Rowley requesting the plan be approved in principle with the acknowledgement that further reports come back on each of the initiatives identified within.

The plan covers a half-century and makes recommendations for the town’s facilities, with a total of 36 town-owned facilities being studied.

“We look at ensuring the town’s growth is accommodated while providing inclusive and accessible public spaces,” said Rowley.

Rowley said there was “a fair amount of assessment” part of the project, stating several buildings are in urgent need of repairs with many needing upgrades to comply with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

“Many of the town’s employees work in cramped, overcrowded and unsuitable spaces,” she said.

“There’s insufficient storage, the facilities are overcrowded. There is limited spaces for public meetings and for staff to have breaks. The overarching theme of what we saw is that the facilities are not meeting the needs of the staff today and do not support the needs of the future growing population of the town.”

The consultants added they heard in a focus group session with members of town council, who stated town hall should be functional, welcoming, friendly, environmental, promote wellness, centralized, fiscally prudent and showcase the town’s history.

Recommendations included to have “a campus approach” to the town’s facility. The first campus facility mentioned would be a new town hall that would consolidate staff and services in one location.

“I will say when we were looking at these spaces, we were looking only at town-owned facilities,” said Rowley.

Six town-owned sites were reviewed with pros and cons considered, and she said after consideration, a new town hall in Bill Wigle Park was the “preferred location.”

Kjinserdahl said the criteria used to review sites looked at prime locations in the town’s centre, large enough for a civic plaza and access to public transportation. Other sites reviewed were the Libro Centre, near fire station #2, the current public works main yard, town land across from Bill Wigle Park or finding a way to use the current town hall.

The second campus facility would be to expand the Libro Centre for recreational growth while the third recommendation calls for the consolidation of parks and infrastructure services at 99 Thomas Road, the latter also being known as the former Nexen site.

“What we’re also looking for with the consolidation of these three campuses is to meet the accessibility standards, consolidate the people and the services, and address the growing population of the town,” she said.

Kjinserdahl outlined the four timeframes that exist over the 50-year window. In the 0-3 year period, doing “due diligence” on a new town hall was a priority as was vacating the basement of the current town hall and relocating staff to the fire department side once the new fire station is built. Selling fire station #3 was also identified in the initial three-year window. Initiating a “Paperlight” office program was also recommended to reduce the paper needs of staff’s work.

Recommendations in the 4-10 year window were the design and construction of a new town hall, decommissioning and selling the current town hall, relocating staff from the old town hall and “select members” from the Libro Centre and 99 Thomas Road to the new town hall, demolish washrooms at Bill Wigle Park and Toddy Jones Park, and the relocation of engineering staff from the main public works building to 99 Thomas Road. The new town hall would have public washrooms to accommodate the two nearby parks and it is the vision of the consultants to remove a stretch of Laird Ave. and connect

the two parks.

In the 11-25 year window, recommendations include the Libro Centre expansion, relocating salt and a shop from a north public works yard near fire station #2 and one staff member to 99 Thomas Road, to demolish a maintenance building and salt bin and clean-up or sell a piece of this land (fire station #2 would remain), and design and construct a new office and shop at 99 Thomas Road and relocate remaining staff from the public works main yard.

The long-term 26-50 year plan would be to evaluate the town’s space needs in about 30-40 years and to earmark a site for a future bus barn at 99 Thomas Road.

There could be cost recovery through property sales and “avoided costs,” Kjinserdahl indicated, estimating selling the current town hall and the public works yard/fire station #3 on Concession 6 South could bring in $3.7 million.

Not having to repair and upgrade the current town hall for AODA requirements, Toddy Jones Park and Bill Wigle Park buildings and not repairing buildings currently at public works and the Nexen site could see avoided costs of $5.4 million, the consultants estimated.

There is a cost of $2 million to have other buildings comply with AODA standards between now and 2030, while a $12.1 million cost for capital repair costs is estimated for buildings is being estimated between now and 2048.

Councillor Diane Pouget questioned the demolition of the two washrooms in Toddy Jones Park and Bill Wigle Park.

“You’re suggesting they walk over to the corner of Sandwich St. S. and North St. That’s where you’re recommending the new town hall will be built,” she said. “They’ll probably never make it.”

Pouget said Bill Wigle Park was deeded to the town in 1949 and that if it’s not used as a park, it has to be deeded back to the federal government. Kjinserdahl said they were aware of that but “we believe there are options available to look at that further” and due diligence is required should the town hall project proceed.

Pouget also wanted to know if a transportation needs or parking study done with the removal of the piece of Laird Ave. was converted to parkland.

“That was only a suggestion. It’s the art of the possible,” responded Rowley. “Further studies would be required.”

Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb noted the town’s 36 buildings that were evaluated and wanted to know how that compares to other municipalities. Kjinserdahl said it’s more than average, but noted there are multiple structures on some sites in a campus site such as salt domes on a public works site.

Gibb said he liked seeing the “avoided costs” as “they are almost higher than the projected costs for the building.” The $27 million for a new town hall was also questioned with Kjinserdahl saying it considers a new building on a greenfield site.

Councillor Don McArthur said he hears from people who believe the Libro Centre is a good place for a town hall with Kjinserdahl stating that would be away from the town’s centre and there is not a desire to take away from parking on site for recreation needs or space from recreational expansion. The quarry nearby also puts limitations on that idea, he added.

McArthur also mentioned the issue of locating the new town hall in the former General Amherst High School building, with that presentation from Valente Developments preceding the one made by JLL. McArthur asked “if it checks all the boxes in terms of location,” with Kjinserdahl stating it was an “interesting” presentation to listen to as it was adjacent to what his firm recommended.

Councillor Linden Crain said the amount of buildings the town currently has caught his attention and that he liked the fact they are looking at consolidation.

Mayor Michael Prue said he didn’t want people “to be horrified and frightened” by the $64.4 million cost but “a huge portion of that” is over the next 50 years.

He wanted the public to know the only upfront costs over the next five years is the town hall.

“Even the Libro Centre (project) is in ten years from now,” he said. “Don’t be horrified. Don’t be coming to me tomorrow saying we’re wasting $64 million. I don’t expect to be around in 2074.”

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Legion active with donations Royal Canadian Legion Br. 157 was busy recently making and receiving donations. The Amherstburg Legion made a $500 donation to Dan LeBlanc of the Essex Scottish Regiment to assist with care packages to veterans (top left) while they made a $400 donation to CSC Providence (the French-Catholic school board), specifically to 44 students heading to Europe where one of the stops will be Vimy Ridge. Germany and France are other stops. Essex MPP Anthony Leardi’s office donated Ontario pins and flags while Essex MP Chris Lewis’ office donated Canadian flags to the students. (bottom left). The Legion’s Ladies Auxiliary made a donation of $2,500 to the branch, with Linda McCort presenting the money to Legion acting president Shawn Wilkie and acting first vice president Ian Spanswick (below right). Capt. Stefan Miller was also introduced as the new commanding officer of the #202 Fort Malden Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps and Miller addressed the group at the Legion (below centre). Former commanding officer Capt. Jeff Turner now leads the cadet corps in Tecumseh.

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Truth and Reconciliation event presented on wet weekend for Indigenous Peoples on the former Duffy’s lands.

“We’re glad to be able to partner in an act of reconciliation,” added Deputy Mayor Chris Gibb. “We have an obligation to work with our Indigenous friends and partners.”

Councillor Don McArthur also attended, adding the children that did not come home have to be remembered “because every child matters.”

“Let’s listen, let’s learn and let’s strive to be better,” said McArthur.

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The playing of the Big Drum was part of the observation of Truth and Reconciliation Day.

By Ron Giofu The rain fell but it was viewed as a way to heal the Earth last Saturday.

Truth and Reconciliation events were held in Amherstburg, centring mainly around King’s Navy Yard Park where drum performances and vendors were stationed near the gazebo. The Park House Museum served corn soup and bread, there was a book signing at River Bookshop by Dr. Bev Jacobs and music performances at Musicland during the day Saturday.

Storyteller Theresa Sims played a drum and also spoke about the day. She called for everyone to “work together as one heart and one mind.” Sims added “rain is healing” and that “Mother Earth is crying” but the event went forward.

She added “we’re here to work with our allies” to make life better for future generations.

Faith Hale, executive director of the Ska:Na Family Learning Centre, also said the rain is healing and that water is sacred.

“Water is life. We need this day,” added Chance Rush, who moderated the day.

“We’re gathered for our future generations,” said Hale.

Hale added there is an opportunity to turn reconciliation into action, using

the term “reconcili-action” during the event.

There were also screenings of the documentary “Culture Killers, Culture Healers” and previews of that were also shown at the Park House Museum. It is produced and directed by Paul Ruggieri.

Mayor Michael Prue said it was “a very solumn occasion” and that Amherstburg was proud to be part of it.

He said it was an occasion to remember those impacted by residential schools and the Indigenous culture.

Residential schools left “a deep scar” on many Indigenous Peoples and the town commits to “stand with our Indigenous neighbours,” the mayor stated.

“We commit to listen, to learn and work together,” said Prue.

Prue noted the background of General Jeffrey Amherst, whom Prue said “had a dark side too.”

“We must not forget that,” he said. “I am proud to be from Amherstburg but we do acknowledge what he did against some of the people from Turtle Island.”

Prue urged the community to think of the children who did not come home from residential school and the injustices that were suffered, but also to think about the future and how reconciliation can be achieved. He noted there are plans for a heritage centre

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Ruthven Apple Festival continues to be a fall tradition

Fun and entertainment was still had at the Ruthven Apple Festival despite the weather. Proceeds benefit Community Living Essex County.

Inclement weather did not dampen the spirits of those who attended the annual Ruthven Apple Festival held at Colasanti’s this past weekend.

Celebrating 45 years, the annual fall classic supports Community Living Essex County (CLEC) and the agency’s efforts to purchase and maintain accessible vehicles. This year probably had the most vendors ever as there were an estimated 125 craft and food vendors, a farmers’ market, and live entertainment.

“I think we get a lot of regulars. It supports a community group that a lot of people know about,” said CLEC board president and LaSalle Councillor Sue Desjarlais.

Desjarlais noted that the apples for this year’s festival were supplied by Tiessens Apple Orchards of Leamington.

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According to the Windsor Police Service – Amherstburg Detachment, officers were called to a vacant residence on Noble Court where graffiti had been painted on the garage door. It was reported to police Sept. 22.

This matter is still under investigation.

“I like all the events I go to. I like the camaradery and meeting people.”

Fitzpatrick was joined at her booth by Janine Stewart who had some jewelry for sale and as always was impressed by the folks at Community Living who host Apple Fest.

“What they do is amazing,” said Stewart a former employee with Community Living Essex County.

Victoria Butler is a talented artist from Tecumseh with an eye for detail when it comes to drawing famous sports legends such as Bobby Orr and Maurice “Rocket” Richard. She also does scratch art in which she takes a solid black board and slowly with a knife creates a remarkable masterpiece.

“I work from photographs. It is fine detail which I love to do,” said Butler, who was assisted all weekend by her husband Jack who is a big sports fan.

CLEC is a non-profit registered charitable organization that has been committed to assisting people of all ages who have intellectual disability and their families in Essex County since 1961. The agency supports numerous people in Amherstburg.

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“Apple Fest has raised close to a million dollars and we use a lot of that money for accessible vehicles. It makes it easier for them to get to appointments,” said Desjarlais.

This year’s entry fee was by donation and she said that when that is the method of admission, people tend to be more generous.

On Saturday, Amherstburg’s Harbouring Illusions performed and on Sunday, despite the rain there were still dozens of classic cars to view. As part of the opening ceremonies on Saturday, local politicians took part in the annual apple peeling contest which this year was won by Lakeshore Deputy Mayor Kirk Walstedt.

Belle River’s Cathy Fitzpatrick has been coming to the Apple Fest for five years and selling some very interesting clothing for those who like to dress up their goose statues. Her Cathy’s Creations were a popular item this year.

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Father-daughter duo subject of Gibson Gallery’s current exhibit

The father/daughter duo of Jody and Emma Fleming have combined to present “Rochambeau,” an exhibit that runs through Oct. 13 at The Gibson Gallery in Amherstburg.

By Ron Giofu The newest exhibit at The Gibson Gallery features the work of a local father-daughter duo.

“Rochambeau,” a term meaning “rock, paper, scissors,” opened last week with the opening reception last Sunday afternoon. The works of Jody and Emma Fleming include a variety of media from sculpture to paintings as well as printmaking, drawing and more.

“Emma used to work here,” Jody said during

Sunday’s reception at the gallery. “She was interested in doing an exhibit.”

Emma’s work is from over the past two years and she teamed with her father to ensure there was a full exhibit. Jody’s work is from 2015 to the present. Emma said it is a culmination of works they have created.

“We have a little bit of everything,” said Jody.

It is Emma’s first full exhibit, though she has had one or two pieces in previous shows around the area.

“It’s cool to be able to do this with my dad,” she said. “To see all of your work up in an exhibit, it’s interesting.”

Jody said he was very proud of his daughter and to be able to team with her for the “Rochambeau” exhibit.

“It’s awesome,” he said. “I think we’ll be talking about this for the rest of our lives. It’s special to be able to do it with your daughter.”

Jody said he is a self-taught artist and has been working at his craft for most of his life. He said Emma has been drawing “right from the start” with Emma adding she was involved with art all through high school and now in university. She is in her fourth year in university and third in the art program.

“We hope (people) enjoy it,” Emma said of the exhibit. “It’s exciting.”

Investment of $1.5 million made to attract and retain international agri-food workers

By Ron Giofu An investment of up to $1.5 million to attract and retain international agri-food workers was announced late last week.

Rob Flack, the provincial minister of agriculture, food and agribusiness, joined Essex MPP Anthony Leardi at the South Essex Community Council (SECC) office in Kingsville last Friday afternoon.

Flack announced that the governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1.5 million over four years to create a more welcoming environment for international agri-food workers (IAW’s). Flack noted agribusiness is a $51 billion industry in Ontario.

Approximately 27,000 international workers come to Ontario each year to support the agri-business industry, said Flatt.

“It’s 30 per cent of the primary agricultural workforce,” said Flack.

The funding will help to provide a number of different services, including translation, recreation, transportation and networking among others.

“International agri-food workers play a vital role in Ontario’s agri-food sector, and we want them to feel engaged and supported,” said Flack. “As the next cohort of workers arrives this growing season, our government is ensuring Ontario continues to attract and retain the skills and talent our growing agri-food sector will need.”

Flack added: “This is an important announcement.

Without international agri-food workers, we’d be in trouble. They are an important part of what we do.”

In a press release, federal minister of agriculture and agri-food Lawrence MacAulay stated “it’s vitally important that our international agri-food workers have access to support and services while they are in Canada. This program will make a real difference in their lives, help them feel more connected and supported while they contribute so much to our agricultural sector.”

Known as the IAW Welcoming Communities Initiative, the program intake will be open from Oct. 8 to Nov. 19.

Successful applicants may receive up to 75 per cent in cost-share funding per application, up to a

Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agri-business Rob Flack announces $1.5 million in funding to attract and retain international agri-food workers. At left is Essex MPP Anthony Leardi.

maximum of $100,000.

Carolyn Warkentin, SECC executive director, said the collaboration will help people get the services they need.

“Partnerships are at the heart of everything we do,” she said. “We’re very excited to see this investment from the federal and provincial governments to provide additional assistance to agri-food workers,” she said. “This funding will help organizations like SECC to continue its work with temporary foreign workers through language classes and providing affordable transportation to access community service.”

Richard Lee, executive director of the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, added that sector relies heavily on international agricultural worker to provide labour that promotes domestic food security.

“This funding announcement will help our communities to enhance valuable programming that recognizes workers for their untiring contributions supporting greenhouse vegetable farming in Ontario,” said Lee.

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After thanking the people who attended the reception, Jody said he tries to express whatever emotions he is feeling at the time when creating a piece. Emma said she is inspired by Van Gogh though her style can sometimes differ.

The “Rochambeau” exhibit runs through Oct. 13.

The Gibson Gallery is open Thursday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free but donations are welcome. The gallery is located at 140 Richmond St. For more information, visit www.gibsongallery.org or call 519-736-2826.

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“Heroes for Histio” event grows despite ongoing rain on the weekend

By Ron Giofu A fundraising event started by an Amherstburg family was presented on the weekend with the goal of wiping out a rare form of childhood cancer.

The second annual “Heroes for Histio” walkathon was held last Saturday as a fundraiser for the Fight Like Mason Foundation and the Histiocytosis Association. Organized by the Drouillard family, the fundraiser also featured inflatables, raffle prizes, activities and lunch. It was held at Malden Park in Windsor.

Marc and Alyssa Drouillard’s oldest daughter Harper was diagnosed with Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), a rare form of cancer, in March 2022.

Thankfully, she is cancer-free and a healthy six-yearold, but the family still wanted to give back.

Alyssa said they had a great turnout last Saturday with over 200 tickets sold.

“Businesses were really excited to support the Fight Like Mason Foundation and Histiocytosis

Hudson and Emelia Deneau pose with Deadpool (a.k.a. Iain Macri) at the “Heroes for Histio event last Saturday.

Association,” she added. “It’s been great so far. We’re really happy with all of the support.”

Marc, Harper and their youngest daughter Isla went on the walk with Alyssa assisting with activities at the pavilion. A final total was not available

as of press time but Alyssa was confident the event surpassed the $10,000 earned in 2023.

Additional events included children’s activities and games such as a “Super Heroes” obstacle course, with Windsor firefighters helping with the barbecue.

Art Lab was also on hand for children to enjoy.

Iain Macri, a founder of the Fight Like Mason Foundation with his wife Chantelle, said they were pleased to be one of the recipients. They were “amazed” to have one of the people they’ve supported give back in her own right and help their foundation. He added Harper will be able to reminisce about her childhood when she is older and be pleased with what she has done in the fight against childhood cancer.

“She can look back at her childhood cancer journey and be proud,” said Macri.

The Fight Like Mason Foundation is proud to be part of such events and to be able to empower youth and families to want to give back to the community in their own way, he added.

North Star High School does its part for Terry Fox Foundation Michael Balogh and Jaclyn Balogh had a friendly challenge between their classes and some students were bringing in between $20-$50 as part of that competition.

Teachers were given information to relay to their classes about Terry Fox while there were classes that went deeper into Fox and his “Marathon of Hope.”

All proceeds from the Terry Fox Run will be turned over to the Terry Fox Foundation. Balestrini said they were hoping to surpass their 2023 total and they ended up doing so. The staff and students went “above and beyond” in their fundraising, Balestrini added.

By Ron Giofu North Star High School students went for a walk last week and it had a charitable component to it.

The Amherstburg-based public high school conducted its’ annual Terry Fox Run last Friday. When all the money was counted, teacher/organizer Mikki Balestrini said the school raised $1,220.18.

“The whole school is participating,” said Balestrini.

Grade 9 students walked during period one, Grade 10 students hit the track next door at H. Murray Smith Centennial Park in period two, Grade 11 students went out in period three while Grade 12 students participated during period four.

“Everyone has been contributing a

Grade 10 students from North Star High School take their turn at walking on the track at H. Murray Smith Centennial Park last Friday. The entire school raised $1,220.18 for the Terry Fox Foundation.

Toonie for Terry,” explained Balestrini.

Contributing monetarily was not a requirement for the students to get involved, but many students stepped up with sizable donations.

“We wanted everyone to participate,” said Balestrini. “Some of the classes had

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Golf tournament aids Bryerswood Youth Camp

The Bryerswood Team that made the tournament a success (from left): Sheri Koscielski, Mary Anne Mertens, Tracey Butcher, Joanne Pelat, Linda Tull (Behind) Kathi Poupard, Ralph Poupard.

By Donna Tuckwell A fundraising tournament for the Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club (BYCOC) was held recently at Wildwood Golf Club with proceeds going to help their campground.

Mary Anne Mertens is one of the organizers of the event.

“Today we are doing a fundraising event for Camp Bryerswood. This is our third year of doing this and most of the funds go to the kids’ programs but some does go to updates at the camp. Right now, we want to put some of the money to refurbishing the golf course, it’s starting to look really good,” said Martens.

A table filled with items for a silent auction was open for bids during the dinner.

A final tally of the event has not been finished yet, but organizer Tracey Butcher said “I think it’s safe to say we raised over $6,000 from the tournament.

“We are very thankful to our sponsors and to all the people who participated in the tournament for making this such a success,” said Butcher.

Winners of the following categories were: Women’s Longest Drive – Trish Epplett (Round of golf) Men’s Longest Drive – Travis Roath (Round of golf)

Women’s Closest to the Pin – Lynn Gouin (Centerline giftbag) Men’s Closest to the Pin – David Faerber (Centerline giftbag) Over 65 – David Faerber Sr. (Round of golf) Hole In One – None, but Team Squires came very close!

Overall Winning Team – Geordie Biscaye, Shawn St. George, Travis Roath, Chris Foster was replaced by Joe. (round of golf) The camp has a “Trunk or Treat” event at the Texas Road campground Oct. 26, from 3-6 p.m.

They also offer PD Day camps, March Break, and summer camps.

The Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club is saddened by the loss of one of their own as Ruth Wass passed away Sept. 19.

Ruth was one of the original Optimist Club members.

“She had a passion for the camp, and in her Ruth Wass own quiet and reserved way, filled many roles,” said BYCOC president Kathi Poupard.

“We are going to miss her terribly.”

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If the Amherstburg Admirals want to win hockey games this year, they are going to have to play a full 60 minutes.

The Admirals played a strong opening period but fell 4-3 to the Walpole Island Wild in Provincial Junior Hockey League (Jr. C) action last Saturday night at the Libro Centre.

Rookie defenceman Freddie McCroy put the hosts up when he connected with his first of the year, on an opening period powerplay.

“He’s playing great. He moves the puck well and he is getting pucks to the net. It’s nice to see the offensive ability,” said Admirals’ head coach Beau Hunter of McCroy.

When Zach Wilson scored for the Wild with 21 seconds left in the period, it seemed to deflate the home side. The middle frame belonged entirely to Walpole Island who picked up their first win of the season.

“We came out and we played well but there’s obviously three periods, not one. If you take a second period off like that and allow them to creep in, those are the games you are going to lose,” said an obviously frustrated Hunter.

One thing the locals are doing well, and did it throughout Saturday’s game, was an aggressive,

Brett Jones (21) of the Admirals looks for a scoring chance in front of the Walpole Island goal during Saturday night’s 4-3 loss to the visiting Wild. Their next home game is Saturday vs. Essex.

solid-hitting forecheck. Kaden Juodikis did a great job keeping the Wild penned up in their own end for most of the first period.

The visitors went up 3-1 in the second on goals

by Vaughn Macklin less than three minutes in, and another by Cohen Veenstra that sent Admirals’ starting goalie Jay Procter to the bench in favour of Russell Vaughan.

“We only had one game this weekend. We have to show up and be ready to play,” said Hunter.

Walpole Island burst out of the second intermission looking for more and it took Aaron Highfield, who

was named the first star of the game, 15 seconds to walk in alone and put one past Vaughan.

“We weren’t ready tonight. There were a lot of guys not in the game and not willing to work. Sometimes you think it is going to be a cake walk and this is what happens,” said Hunter.

In the only other meeting of the two clubs this year, Amherstburg came from behind to beat the Wild in overtime on their own ice.

Amherstburg improved somewhat in the third period when defenceman Jack Bulmer converted a beauty of a pass from Cory Leach and Brady Drouillard got his fourth of the season late as the hosts had the extra attacker.

Two-point nights were recorded by Bulmer and Drouillard as well as Drew Booker who now leads the Admirals with eight points in six games.

Mitch Rawlings picked up the win in net for the Wild, turning away 36 shots.

Amherstburg heads to Wheatley on Wednesday to face Sharks who are being led by former Admiral Stefan Jacobs. Saturday night at the Libro Centre, the Essex 73’s are in town for a 7:30 p.m. start.

SLAPSHOTS…Good attendance at home against the Wild with almost 300… Nice to see a lot of young minor hockey players in the Amherstburg Minor Hockey Association jerseys.

Wolves improve to 2-0 with win over St. Joseph

Ashton Fevreau (black jersey, centre) tries to fight through a tackle during last Thursday’s 37-0 win over the St. Joseph Lasers.

By Ron Giofu The North Star Wolves picked up their second win in as many games last week to kick off the WECSSAA Tier 2 senior football season.

The Wolves beat the St. Joseph Lasers 37-0 last Thursday night at the Libro Centre, with Ashton Fevreau having a big night for North Star. Fevreau scored three touchdowns – two on offence and one on defence – and had two interceptions on the night.

The Wolves offence actually started slowly. North Star built a 3-0 lead after one quarter thanks to a single point off of a Fynn Randall punt and a safety but the Wolves got rolling in the second quarter and built a 24-0 halftime advantage.

A one-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Sawyer Krokos to Fevreau was the first touchdown with a 60-yard interception return for a score by Fevreau later in the quarter adding to the Wolves’ lead. Fevreau found the endzone again later in the quarter on a seven-yard touchdown run.

It took three times for a third quarter touchdown to count as a 30-yard touchdown run by Krokos and a one-yard run by Drew Shank were called back on penalties. The third time was the charm on that drive as a six-yard pass from Krokos to Steven Craner was

on a penalty-free play.

Shank did get a touchdown in the fourth quarter, running in from three yards out.

Craner kicked four of five extra points.

Fevreau said he came into the game feeling disrespected, stating there were claims made going into the game against their team and coaching staff.

“We knew we had to make a statement today,” he said.

The Wolves worked hard against St. Joseph, Fevreau stated, with the offence improved over the first week and the defence continuing to play well.

“I’m proud of all my teammates,” he said.

Fevreau said he wanted to improve his own performance after the first week and he believes he did that.

The team is pleased with their 2-0 start but Fevreau added “it’s going to be a battle” this coming Thursday (Oct. 3) versus the Tecumseh Vista Academy Vortex.

North Star head coach Joel Charron said they wanted to get Fevreau more involved and did that successfully.

“I’m extremely happy with how we played,” said Charron. “We came in with a game plan to get Ashton the ball. Ashton did what he does best – he dominated.”

Charron said there “was a lot of emotion coming in” but once the Wolves got into their rhythm, they were fine. He credited Craner’s efforts defensively as well as Ryan Foster for having a “monster” game at defensive end.

“I can’t say enough about the defense,” he said. “All credit to coach Josh (Scott) for calling a beautiful game and pitching a shutout.”

Krokos played his best game as a Wolf, Charron believed, and is showing improvement.

North Star has to clean up their penalties but Charron said some of their too many men calls or not having enough players on the field were a result of scoreboard watching.

As for Thursday’s game, he said they plan on going out and playing North Star football. It starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Libro Centre.

North Star’s Taliya Robson (12, left) dribbles down the court during her team’s win over Walkerville Sept. 24.

Sr. Wolves split two games

By Ron Giofu The North Star Wolves senior girls basketball team started the season off last week with mixed results.

The Wolves played both of their games on their home court in Amherstburg last week, the first game being a 46-14 win over the Walkerville Tartans last Tuesday evening. June Buchner led the way with 12 points while Tyler Lamarche scored nine points.

“I thought it was a good first game,” said North Star coach Dom Silvaggio.

The aggressiveness was good early in the game, he added, but the Wolves have to continue to play hard all the way through. The intensity is something they need to learn how to maintain for 32 minutes.

“They are young,” said Silvaggio, noting four Grade 10 players were brought up so there could be a senior team this year.

Silvaggio said there are no expectations placed on this year’s senior Wolves squad. He said there is a big learning curve they have to get through first.

“They have a lot to learn,” he said.

Silvaggio is calling for a commitment to attend practices and games, with the hope that improvement occur throughout the WECSSAA Tier 2 season.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 CHILI FUNDRAISER; Enjoy “Tim’s Favorite Chili Dinner” at the Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission from 5-8 p.m. Comes with coleslaw, rolls, coffee/tea, dessert. Adults $15, children under 12 $8. For tickets, stop by the mission (298 Victoria St. S.) and see Violet or Kim. For info, call 519-736-9140. Proceeds help fund the mission’s operations.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 PASTA FUNDRAISER; St. Vincent de Paul and K of C holding pasta fundraiser for new coats for local kids from 4:30-6:30 p.m. $12 adults, $7 for kids under 12, preschool no charge. Held at Columbus Community Hall, 190 Richmond St. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10 BELLE VUE FUNDRAISER; The Belle Vue Conservancy presents Mary Newland & the Blue Bayou Band. Music from the ‘70s and beyond. Dinner options include beef, salmon or vegetarian. Cash Bar. Runs from 6-9 p.m. at Coachwood Golf & Country Club, 7525 Howard Ave. Tickets $125 per person, includes tax receipt. Tickets available from Shirley CursonPrue 519-736-7586.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING; The Ontario Purple Martin Association will hold final meeting for 2024 at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Road 34, in Ruthven starting at 9 a.m. The public is welcome. Members, please have your details on your Martin housing so it can be recorded. For further information, please contact Paul at 519-738-3476.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 LOYALIST CEMETERY WALK; Held at Pearl St. Cemetery, corner of Pearl St. West and Greenhill Lane, in Kingsville (one block south of Main St. W.). Presented by the Bicentennial Branch of the United Empire Loyalists’ Association of Canada.

Hear stories about Kingsville’s founders who were refugees from the American Revolution. Runs from 1-4 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 RETIREMENT SEMINAR; Held at Ruthven United Church (Blair Hall), 1907 Queen Blvd., in Ruthven. Presented in conjunction with Pelee Lighthouse Financial. Free to attend. Starts at 2 p.m. Refreshments served. Register by Oct. 9. Call 519-733-6619 or e-mail wdkelly0@gmail.com.

ONGOING FOOD DRIVE; CKBG 107.9 The Burg holding food drive to benefit the food bank at Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). Drop-off locations include the radio station, the River Town Times office, Garage Gym, G.L. Heritage Brewing Co., the Amherstburg Freedom Museum and Flow Café and Bikes. Runs through Oct. 9.

COATS FOR KIDS; Amherstburg Community Services (ACS), Team Brad Bondy, Cintas and the Unemployed Help Centre (UHC) holding annual “Coats for Kids” drive. Donations can include new and gently-used coats in all sizes

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Cleaners are required Monday-Friday from 2-4 p.m. to mop floors and to clean bathrooms, countertops, tables, carts, etc. Dishwashers are needed Monday-Friday 1-3 p.m. to wash dishes, pots and pans. Maintenance people are needed Monday-Saturday as needed for maintenance of the building. Commitment is one day or more per week, on a regular basis. If interested or for more info, send e-mail to aburgmission@yahoo.com.

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LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH EVENTS; Lighthouse Church, in conjunction with Feeding Windsor, invites the public to come Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. for a free dinner. All welcome. No registration required. Church is also offering divorce care recovery sessions for 13 weeks, running every Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. starting Sept. 18.

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Lighthouse Church is also showing “The Chosen” every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Free to attend, everyone welcome. Popcorn will be served.

Lighthouse Church is located at 266 King St. SERVICE TIME CHANGE; Christ Anglican (entrance off Gore St.).

Church, 317 Ramsay St., is changing the times of their Sunday service. There is now one service, MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELLING starting at 11 a.m. All are welcome.

SERVICES; The Youth Wellness Hub presenting mental health and counselling services at The MEALS ON WHEELS; Offered by Amherstburg House Youth Centre. Runs every Wednesday Community Services (ACS). Meals on Wheels from 2-6 p.m. Free for people between the ages assists those who are unable to shop for food and of 12-25. The House is located at 320 Richmond cook meals. Also available to those recovering St. For details, call 519-800-8640. from illness or surgery. Healthy, delicious and affordable meals provided to residents of STROLL & ROLL WALKING GROUP; Interested Amherstburg, Harrow, McGregor and LaSalle. in meeting new people? Moving more? Weekly ACS caters to dietary needs, each meal comes walking group to meet rain or shine. Free for with soup, bread, main course and dessert. Cost everyone in the community, open to all abilities. $8 per meal. Call 519-736-5471 for details.

Runs Tuesdays in Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg from 10-11 a.m., July 2-Sept. 24. In Harrow COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HALL EVENTS; Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. at Harrow Health The Columbus Community Hall at 190 Richmond Centre (1480 Erie St. S.) from July 11-Sept. 26.

St. still has bingos every Thursday night and Inclement weather alternatives are Libro Centre fish fries (with chicken as well) on Friday nights. in Amherstburg and community room in clinic in Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the Harrow. For info, call Amherstburg Family Health evening. Sr. Parties start back up in September.

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AMHERSTBURG RESIDENTS FORUM; Group welcomes residents seeking solutions to town hall MISSION HOURS; The Amherstburg Food and to join them the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 Fellowship Mission, 298 Victoria St. S., open p.m. at the union hall on Pickering across from from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with lunch between Walmart.

12-1 p.m. Mission food bank open Mondays,

Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-11:45 a.m. and 1-3 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.

ESSEX COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY MEETINGS; The Essex County Orchid Society invites you to join them monthly, third Sunday of the month till May at St. Stephen’s Church Hall, 5280 Howard Ave; 1:30 p.m. Refreshments served. New members and visitors welcome. We are on Facebook!

ACS FOOD BANK; Curbside pickup at Amherstburg Community Hub (320 Richmond St.). Runs Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-12 noon. Call 519-736-5471 for assistance.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED; Community service volunteer hours are available for high school students. Outside jobs at Bryerswood Youth Camp. Please contact info@bryerswood.com.

BOTTLE DONATIONS; The AMA Sportsmen Association accepts donations of empty beer and wine bottles. People who wish to donate empties can drop them off at the rear of the club, 468 Lowes Side Road in Amherstburg. For info, visit www.amasportsmen.com or call 519-736-5706.

FOUNDERS CLUB; Bryerswood Youth Camp Optimist Club seeking donors to join the “Founders Club” and 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.

AMHERSTBURG COMMUNITY SERVICES; Located at 320 Richmond St., 519-7365471. Meals on Wheels, CareLink Accessible Transportation, Food Bank, Senior Support, Keep The Heat, Ontario Energy Support Program & much more. Please call to see how we can help!

MIRACLE LEAGUE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS; The Miracle League of Amherstburg needs volunteers for the fall season. People can help at one game or multiple games (up to four) every Saturday, weather permitting. Great for students needing volunteer hours or adults looking to give back. For info or to sign up, visit www.amherstburgmiracle. com.

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Jr. Wolves start with a loss and win

By Ron Giofu The North Star Wolves junior girls basketball team started the year 1-1 with a loss and a win last week.

Both games were at home last week with the first one being a 28-25 overtime loss to L’Essor. The Wolves had a four-point lead late in the fourth but L’Essor battled back to tie it, including one by Maëlle Dufour with 11.7 seconds left. A three-pointer from L’Essor in overtime were the only points of the extra time.

Lexi Gignac had nine points for North Star while Aria Pare had six.

“Unfortunately, we couldn’t come out with a win,” said North Star coach Nora Newhook. “For seven of our nine players, it was their first high school game.”

Newhook indicated there is promise with the team, but they have to learn.

“We are young, hungry but inexperienced,” she said. “They play aggressive basketball, which is a good sign.”

The Wolves have to slow things down and be patient, she said.

“We played great defence,” added

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Lexi Gignac (20) dribbles up the floor vs. L’Essor.

Newhook.

There were a lot of steals and the Wolves stayed on top of the basketball, she stated, believing that was another good sign for North Star.

The Wolves picked up their first win of the season two days later. North Star won 37-19 over Herman. Pare had 12 points while Gignac scored ten points.

North Star has two road games this week. They were in Windsor Tuesday night for a game against the Brennan Cardinals after this issue went to press.

They travel to Assumption Oct. 8 for a 5:30 p.m. game.

Their next home game is Oct. 17 at 3:30 p.m. against the visiting Riverside Stingers.

Next home game for Sr. Wolves Oct. 10

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“It was a really good game,” said Emily McGuire.

McGuire said they need to work on their communication. Lamarche agreed, though the win in the opening game was good for their confidence.

The second game of the season didn’t go as well. The Herman Green Griffins left

town with a 54-27 win over North Star.

The senior girls basketball team has two road games this week. They were at Brennan Tuesday, after this issue of the RTT went to press. They are in Belle River Thursday for a 5 p.m. game. Next week, they are at Assumption at 4 p.m. before returning home Oct. 10 for a 5:30 p.m. game against the Kennedy Clippers.

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Town Hall, 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Town Hall, 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg.

Description of Lands: ROLL NO. 37 29 540 000 03500 0000, 297 LAKEWOOD DR, AMHERSTBURG, PIN 70572-0082 LT, LT 63, 65 PL 1131 MALDEN; PT LT 61 PL 1131 MALDEN PT 2, 12R4977; AMHERSTBURG, FILE EXAG23-013 Minimum Tender Amount: $30,624.12 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $213,000.

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft/money order payable to the municipality (or board).

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, existing interests in favour of the Crown, environmental concerns or any other matters relating to the land(s) to be sold. Any existing Federal or Provincial Crown liens or executions will remain on title and may become the responsibility of the potential purchaser.

Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. Effective January 1, 2023, in accordance with the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (SC 2022, c 10, s 235) (the “Act”), non-Canadians are now prohibited from purchasing residential property in Canada, directly or indirectly, pursuant with the terms as set out in the Act and Regulations under the Act. Any non-Canadian who contravenes the Act, or any person who knowingly assists in contravening the Act is liable to a fine of up to $10,000 and may be ordered that the property be sold, therefore it is highly recommended that any potential purchasers obtain independent legal advice to ensure they will not be in contravention of the Act. It is the sole responsibility of the tenderers to investigate into the details of what constitutes a non-Canadian, residential property, any exceptions or exclusions, or any other matters or determinations relating to the Act. The municipality accepts no responsibility whatsoever in ensuring that any potential purchasers comply with the Act. Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST) applies to the purchase price for a transfer of residential property located in Ontario which contains at least one and not more than six single family residences if any one of the transferees is a non-resident of Canada, foreign entity or taxable trustee.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

A copy of the prescribed form of tender is available on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Yufang Du, Manager Financial Services / Deputy Treasurer The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg 271 Sandwich St. South Amherstburg, ON N9V 2A5 (519) 736-5401 Ext. 2271 www.amherstburg.ca Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001. The information will be used in determining successful tenderer of Tax Sale. Questions about the collection of this data can be directed to Kevin Fox, Clerk at 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5, telephone 519-736-0012 x 2272

The approving authority is: The Council of The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL TO EXPROPRIATE LAND Form 2

The expropriating authority is: The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5

Expropriations Act, R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 363 IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg for approval to expropriate the lands in the Town of Amherstburg in the County of Essex as described in Schedule “A” set out herein, being: 1.

All Right, Title and Interest (Fee Simple)

registered in the Land Registry Office for the Land Titles Division of Essex (No. 12), for the municipal purpose of facilitating the maintenance to and improvement of the watermain, sanitary sewer and forcemain (the “Infrastructure Project”), and all works ancillary thereto associated with the Infrastructure Project and for the economic, social and environmental well-being of the municipality together with the health, safety and well-being of persons with all services and things that the municipality is authorized to provide in accordance with Section 10(1) and (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended (hereinafter referred to as the “Municipal Act, 2001”).

DATED at Amherstburg this 27th day of September, 2024.

Originally signed by Michael Prue, Mayor and Kevin Fox, Clerk This Notice first published on October 2, 2024.

SCHEDULE “A” Those lands in the Town of Amherstburg in the County of Essex described as follows: 1.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that application has been made for approval to expropriate the interests herein described in the lands described herein.

and

Any owner of lands in respect of which notice is given who desires a hearing into whether the taking of such land is fair, sound and reasonably necessary in the achievement of the objectives of the expropriating authority shall so notify the approving authority in writing, a) in the case of a registered owner, served personally or by registered mail within thirty (30) days after the registered owner is served with the notice, or, when the registered owner is served by publication, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice; (b) in the case of an owner who is not a registered owner, within thirty (30) days after the first publication of the notice.

A copy of the reference plan referred to herein is available for viewing at the Town Hall of The Corporation of the Town of Amherstburg at 271 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5 during regular business hours.

Part of PIN 01544-1558 (LT) Part of Lot 8, Concession 1; Town of Amherstburg designated as Parts 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 on Draft Reference Plan No. 23-47-437-01 prepared

by Alec S. Mantha, O.L.S of Verhaegen Land Surveyors

Part of Lots 8 and 9, Concession 1; Town of Amherstburg designated as Part 4 on Draft Reference Plan No. 23-47-437-01 prepared by Alec S. Mantha, O.L.S of Verhaegen Land Surveyors 2.

Part of PIN 01544-1577 (LT) Part of Lot 8, Concession 1; Town of Amherstburg designated as Part 7 on Draft Reference Plan No. 23-47-437-01 prepared by Alec S. Mantha, O.L.S of Verhaegen Land Surveyors and Part of Lot 8, Concession 1 and Part of Indian Stone Quarry Reserve; Town of Amherstburg designated as Part 8 on Draft Reference Plan No. 23-47437-01 prepared by Alec S. Mantha, O.L.S of Verhaegen Land Surveyors

16 – River Town Times – Wednesday, October 2, 2024

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Wed 2

Thurs 3 Fri 4 Sat 5 WINDSOR-ESSEX IN MOTION WEEK - OCTOBER 1-7 Free activities at The Libro Centre amherstburg.ca/recreation Take a walk this Join WEBC Youth FREE Yoga FREE Sr Skating on the bike trails at the Libro at the Libro fall along our 6PM 9AM 9:30AM beautiful trail at Committee of Amherstburg Adjustments Environmental the Libro Centre.

Advisory Meeting Committee Town Hall 8AM Meeting Recycle Town Hall 5PM

OCTOBER Sun 6

Mon 7

Tues 8

FREE Family Turf Time at the Libro 5-8PM Play games with our Rec staff!

Drop-in Programs starting October 16 amherstburg.ca/ beactive

Stay up to date with what’s Yard Waste happening in North Amherstburg! Zone

Sun 13

Wed 9

Thurs 10

Enjoy some time with your furry friend at the Libro Dog Park

Mon 14

Tues 15 Wed 16 Special Council Fall Drop-In Meeting-Statutory Municipal Meeting-Planning Programs start Offices Town Hall 4PM TODAY & Libro Centre Special Council Closed Meeting – DC Study amherstburg.ca/ Monday, Oct 14 Town Hall 5PM beactive garbage & yard Regular Council waste (South zone) collection Meeting will be picked Town Hall 6PM up Saturday, Oct 12

Fri 11

Heritage NO Drop-In Committee Yoga @ the Libro Meeting Town Hall 5:30PM

Thurs 17

Fri 18

Sat 12 Monday, Oct 14 garbage & yard waste (South zone) collection will be picked up today

Sat 19

Last Day to Call for White Goods Pick Up 519-736-3664

Friday , September 18th recycle will be picked up today

Recycle

Council is seeking public input on Valente’s proposal to include a new Town Hall in the redevelopment of the former General Amherst High School site.

Ways to share your feedback: FREE activities at the Libro Centre! Giveaways and Prizes!

Tuesday, October 1

Wednesday, October 2

Thursday, October 3

Parent & Tot Skating 11 am - 12 pm

Join WEBC Youth on their last mountain bike ride of the season on the WEBC trails 6:00 pm

Senior Skating 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Monday, October 7

recreation@amherstburg.ca (519) 736-5712

Family Turf Time!

Play recreation games with us on the Indoor Turf 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Friday, October 4 Yoga 9:30 am - 10:30 am Community Room

ATTEND the Public Open House Oct. 5th, 10 AM - 12 PM @ the Libro Centre 3295 Meloche Road COMPLETE the Survey at Talk the Burg from Sept 28 - Oct 24

LEARN MORE talktheburg.ca/townhall

Those who need assistance with accommodation can contact Town Hall at 519-736-0012 or accessibility@amherstburg.ca.

519-736-0012 • www.amherstburg.ca 271 Sandwich St. South, Amherstburg, Ontario N9V 2A5