Health Unit gives update on measles cases in the region
At a media event in Leamington on Thursday, April 17, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit’s (WECHU) Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, shared information on the increasing cases of measles within the region and steps that residents can take to keep safe.
Measles is known for being highly contagious and easily spread amongst unvaccinated populations. The virus is spread when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or even talks in an area and can remain in the air in a confined space for up to two hours after the individual has left.
Since the first case was reported in February of this year, the WECHU has confirmed 69 cases of measles and monitored each of them to determine contacts and mass public exposures.
To date, cases have been highly concentrated in the Leamington and Kingsville areas, however Dr. Aloosh shared that spread amongst unvaccinated populations in other municipalities is a growing concern.
The WECHU is asking all Windsor and Essex County residents to check their vaccination status. Getting vaccinated against measles is the best way to prevent serious illness and avoid hospital visits as two doses of the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine provides 97% protection against measles.
According to the Health Unit, these doses are administered at one year of age, with a second dose between four and six years of age. Given the current increased risk for unvaccinated children, children can receive their first dose ahead of sched-
ule between six and 12 months of age. In these cases a third dose may be necessary.
With a high percentage of cases being amongst school-aged children, the health unit also advised of the measures which will be taken when a case of measles is identified within a school.
To help prevent the spread of illness, if a case of measles is confirmed in a classroom, any student who has not received two doses of the MMR vaccine will be excluded from school for up to 21 days. This exclusion from school applies to students with a valid immunization exemption on file.
Dr. Aloosh stated that young children, pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems are most at risk.
He said that babies 0-3 months old will be protected as long as their
mother had immunity. The age group between three months and one year are most at risk.
As for those born before 1970 (introduction of measles vaccine) , it’s very likely you’ve already had the measles and if you have, Dr. Aloosh says that’s a lifetime immunity, although it may wane
a bit over time.
The rule of thumb is simple: People should stay home when they are feeling unwell, or if they have been exposed to the measles virus.
This past weekend’s Easter festivities may produce an uptick in cases due to large gatherings.
Symptoms can appear
up to 21 days following an exposure and usually last for 1 to 2 weeks.
An online self-assessment tool can be found on the WECHU’s website (wechu.org) which will provide next steps for those who may have been exposed or are experiencing symptoms.
CHRIS SUTTON
Dr. Mehdi Aloosh speaks to the media on Thursday, April 17. SUN photo
Community Centre unveils new logo
By Deanna Bertrand
The Kingsville Community Centre’s new logo was unveiled with a free community barbecue lunch at the cafe located in the centre on Division Road North on April 15.
“The centre has grown tremendously over the years, and it was time for a new logo that could reflect that growth,” said Tom Harmon, Chairperson of the Kingsville Community Centre. “Our
new logo is more than just a design – it’s a symbol of where we’ve been, where we are now, and the exciting future ahead.”
“We wanted a logo that would help our brand stand out and reflect
the distinct role we play within our community,” said Kimberly DeYong, Executive Director at the centre. “While we collaborate with many organizations, we are proud to be a unique part of the community, where our volunteers — our members — bring the centre to life. Their energy, creativity, and spirit shape our programs and make our space one-of-a-kind.”
The new logo symbolizes vibrant creativity, growth and community, and is both wistful and forward-looking, reflecting the connection and flourishing spirit of the centres’ senior members, she said.
The new logo embodies the mission of the centre: to create a welcoming space where every senior thrives. A place where seniors cultivate friendships, learn valuable life skills, get help overcoming challenges, and make a difference in the lives of others.
The Kingsville Com-
munity Centre is located at 1860 Division Road North and offers many programs, including social, physical, mental educational health and wellness. A calendar of events can be found online at kingsvillecentre.com or at the centre’s Facebook page.
Kimberly DeYong, Executive Director of the Kingsville Community Centre, cuts the symbolic new logo cake at a barbecue and new logo launch April 15.
Wearing shirts with the Kingsville Community Centre’s new logo at the free community barbecue are volunteers, left to right, Connie Nelson, Kandy Flood, Morgan DeYong.
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QUIET REFLECTION
SUN photo by Mark Ribble
HALF CENTURY FASHION SHOW
Leamington Half Century Centre held its annual Spring Fashion Show on Wednesday, April 16 featuring fashions from Maurices, Walmart, Giant Tiger, Joe Fresh and Classic Boutique. The clothing was modelled by members of the centre. Following the fashion show, volunteers prepared and served a delicious lunch for all to enjoy. From left are Donna (Maurices), Barb Hass, Debbie Clinton, Katy Klym, Janene (Maurices), Gloria White, Dolores Near, Donna Bileti and Mary Anne Sherman. Photo submitted
Kingsville Friendly Club
Kingsville Friendly Club President Jean Kuipers welcomed 46 members out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, April 15, welcoming back Kim Hamm, Helen Todman, Carol Spitse and Jim and Lou Anne McLachlan.
Scores in Bridge: Carolyn Brown 3350, Helen
Todman 3190, Mandy Hric 3030. Euchre: Ken Martinuik 110, Dave Patterson and Dave Snider 94, Willy Fittler 91. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 7. Cribbage: Nancy Cassels 950, Sue Girardin 907, Stuart Wheelton 903. Pepper: Barbara Boston 257, Kathy Hedge and Ken Bachmeier 245, Rob-
ert Boose 243. Most peppers: Kathy Hedge 5.
Door prize winners were Jean Kuipers, Shirley Reynolds and Brenda Hamments.
Great snacks were provided by Shirley Reynolds and Brenda Hamments from the Euchre group to go with Coffee and Conversation.
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Baseball, Easter, Stanley Cup and Wrestlemania
Spring is here!
The weather, the hockey playoffs, signs of soccer and baseball on the fields, and of course, Wrestlemania 41 happened over the weekend.
And let’s not forget Easter, which brought most of us together with family and friends for a celebratory meal and all-encompassing good time.
It seems we may hit 70 this week and that brings back some good memories of Good Friday, in which I overdressed and roasted most of the afternoon away outdoors. I think it got close to 80 degrees Fahrenheit — or at least felt like it.
As for the hockey playoffs, the Leafs got off on the right foot with an opening game victory over those pesky Senators and I’m happy about that. By
the time next week’s column comes around, I hope I haven’t thrown the jinx their way.
But, I have to say, the proliferation of cross-checking that goes on in the NHL right now is crazy. In my day, that was a penalty right from the get-go. Now, the referees seem to have a tolerance for one-maybe-two crosschecks before they blow the whistle.
Cross-checks to the head, the back, the forearms are a regular occurrence now and I’m wondering if that happens at the minor hockey level or if it will take some time to reach the kids, who want to emulate their heroes.
In my day — yes that was a long time ago, but I’m old — you got immediate retribution if you did that, and it wasn’t just a
few choice words.
I’ve noticed the crosschecks in the NHL ramping up over the past couple of seasons. It seems you can cross-check someone three times before you get called, but don’t you dare lift their stick and take the puck away.
Anyway, on to signs of soccer and baseball, which usher in spring and get us to those dog days of summer. I felt bad for the high school baseball teams playing last week down at the diamonds. It was downright frigid on a couple of those days.
Granted they are using wooden bats, and maybe technology has taken the sting out of making contact in cold weather, but again — in my day — it felt as if the wood was splitting in your hands if you made the right contact
Uncle Frank and his first whitewalls
Our Uncle Frank Cook in Gravenhurst will soon celebrate his 88th birthday. He has owned a lot of cars, starting with his 1931 Model A Ford coupe he bought from a farmer for $15, got it running and drove it around, with his friends in the rumble seat, for the next three years.
His next car was a 1946 Dodge four-door sedan that he picked up when the car was about five years old. His next car after that was a 1955 Pontiac, the first car Frank owned with whitewall tires. He soon found out whitewalls took a lot of work to keep them clean. Finally, he painted them with a can of black paint and put driveway sealer
on the black paint so it wouldn’t peel off. He even painted the spare in his trunk black with driveway sealer.
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If a 1955 Pontiac is ever found in a barn with driveway sealer on black paint on top of white-
on a cold day. That was before the popularity of aluminum bats, so that’s how far I go back.
Wrestlemania happened over the weekend too. The WWE’s annual spectacle of bruises, blood and body slams drew thousands to Las Vegas to watch in person and millions around the globe, watching it for the first time on Netflix.
I was at the first Wrestlemania on March 31, 1985. Well, I was in Detroit watching on a giant closed circuit TV screen with thousands of other fans at Joe Louis Arena (or maybe it was Cobo?). The live event actually took place at Madison Square Garden and each major American city had a venue filled with wrestling fans watching live on closed circuit. This was before pay-per-view took off, which sustained this type of events for years. Now, live streaming has taken over and Netflix struck a deal with the WWE to air all of their live events to subscribers for free. Can you say “pretty
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penny?”
Anyway, I remember a bunch of us buddies venturing over for the big event, which saw Hulk Hogan and Mr. T defeat Rowdy Roddy Piper and Cowboy Bob Orton in the main event. We witnessed King Kong Bundy squash Special Delivery Jones in a record nine seconds — a record that still stands today. And we drank beer.
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put your business card into a box on the way in and WWE superstar Paul Wight (The Big Show) gave a speech and then drew a business card out of the box.
Fast forward 22 years and I also attended Wrestlemania 23, which was at Ford Field in Detroit in 2007. I came upon the tickets by happenstance. As a reporter for the Leamington Post at the time, I was lucky enough to attend the media event at the Ciociaro Club, where several wrestlers and officials from the WWE introduced themselves to Windsor-Essex media in hopes of getting some extra press.
So there was a luncheon and I was able to take a guest and I took Debbie with me. You had to
Lo and behold, it was mine and I’d won two tickets to Wrestlmania 23 in Detroit. The Big Show called me (and Debbie) up to the front and met with us and she had her picture taken with him, while he shook my hand and handed me the ticket voucher. He had the biggest hands I’ve ever seen. Anyway, I ended up buying two more tickets and took my two sons and my stepson to WrestleMania 23, where Donald Trump was feuding with Vince McMahon and got to shave Vince’s head at the end of the match. Trump was the good guy in that scenario — probably something he wasn’t used to. Times have sure changed.
The Walrus was Paul FLASHBACK RADIO with
As April is quickly slipping away, I still fondly remember way back when, in the early 1970s, when one of the “new” well-known English bands called Wings was travelling all over Great Britain and Europe. Most of the reviews were positive and how could they not be, knowing that their leader was a former Beatle?
After the Beatles broke up in 1970, its former co-leader Sir Paul McCartney suffered many bouts of depression knowing that he missed his former partners John, George and Ringo in many ways. However, travelling and playing at venues all over Great Britain and Europe for the next few years was truly exhilarating. Paul and his group surely knew bigger and better things were on their way.
Like maybe a major North American Tour? For those who have forgotten, the last time Paul McCartney and his fellow Beatle mates had played together in a concert tour in North America was August 29, 1966, at Candlestick Park, California. However, he was now leader of a new band with new members and hundreds of thousands of new listeners, several of which hardly knew who the Beatles are or were.
With his previous band, the Beatles, having mostly dissolved in 1969, ex-Beatle Paul took some time off over the next few years creating new music before beginning a new tour with new musicians. McCartney had travelled over parts of Great Britain and Europe in the early ’70s with his new band called Wings gathering more confidence each year.
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Wings finally flew to America in 1976 and for the first time in 10 years, Paul McCartney appeared in concert on U.S. soil.
The “Wings Over America” tour began the very same week that “Silly Love Songs” burst into the top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. In a few weeks, it became the #1 song in North America and eventually was #1 for five weeks. When the year ended, it was Billboard’s #1 single of the year.
While they were preparing to begin its first spectacular North America tour that began in 1976, Paul McCartney was still fondly known as part of the Beatles, but amazingly the Wings group picked up many newer and younger fans who really didn’t know the Beatles that well – if you can imagine that.
After the Beatles disbanded, Paul debuted as
a solo artist with the 1970 album McCartney and went on to form the Wings with his wife Linda, Denny Laine, Joe English and Jimmy McCulloch. Under McCartney’s leadership, Wings became one of the most successful bands of the 1970s. McCartney also wrote or co-wrote their US or UK number-one hits, such as “My Love”, “Band On the Run”, “Listen to What the Man Said”, “Silly Love Songs” and “Mull of Kintyre”. It’s incredible that McCartney has written or co-written a record 32 songs that have topped the Hot 100 and, as of 2009, he had sales of 25.5 million RIAA-Certified units in the US. His honours include two inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of the Beatles in 1988 and as a solo artist in 1999), an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, 19 Grammy Awards, an appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire in 1965, and an appointment as a Knight Bachelor in 1997 for services to music. To top it off, as of 2024, Paul is one of the wealthiest musicians in the world with an estimated fortune of £1 billion (pounds).
wall tires, I’ll bet dollars to donuts that is Uncle Frank’s car!
Our friend Mike with whitewalls on his 1955 Pontiac.
Understanding Canadian food labels FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Labels. What would we do without labels? There are labels on practically everything we buy, from cars to toys to computers. It seems at times we need a legal degree to understand some of these labels. Unfortunately, food labels are no exception.
With the recent trade disputes going on, many Canadians want to purchase food products grown in our country.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a science-based federal government regulator dedicated to protecting Canadians from preventable health risks related
to food.
The CFIA is also responsible for food labelling. In Canada, there are mandatory requirements for certain food products to indicate the country of origin. Companies may also make voluntary claims to highlight the origins of a product or ingredient in a product.
Country of origin labelling does not provide information on the safety of a food product. All food products sold in Canada, whether produced in Canada or abroad, must meet the same food safety standards.
According to the CFIA,
Blessing of Bikes May 4
First Lutheran Church Kingsville and Hogs for Hospice invite motorcycle riders and the community for the annual Blessing of the Bikes.
This public gathering opens the 2025 riding season in the Windsor region and Essex County with a blessing for the riders to have a safe year, promote a sense of fellowship among riders and community, and support small businesses in the area. All these elements support the motto of Hogs for Hospice, “Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and Doing Good.”
The event begins with an indoor worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 4 at First Lutheran Church in Kingsville (27 Spruce Street North, Kingsville). Immediately after the service, starting at 11:30 a.m., all riders meet in front of the church for the general blessing, followed by personal prayers for individual riders. Traditionally, each rider obtains an annual sticker as a reminder of the bestowed blessing.
Free fishing weekends
Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing licence if you want to fish during:
• Mother’s Day Weekend, May 10–11.
• Father’s Day Weekend, June 14–15.
• Family Fishing Week, June 28–July 6. The other free fishing weekend was in February. During the free fishing period, it is important that you follow the rules, which include: adhering to the conservation license catch limits; obeying size limits and sanctuaries; following the fishing regulations; and carrying a permit or identification card issued by the provincial or federal government that shows your name and date of birth.
food product may use the label “Product of Canada” or “Grown in Canada” if “all or virtually all” of the major ingredients, processing and labour used to make the product are Canadian.
Non-Canadian material must be negligible and usually involves spices, additives, vitamins or minerals. The CFIA’s website says these ingredients must account for less than two per cent of the product.
According to the regulations, including a “Product of Canada” designation is voluntary, so some products that are totally Canadian are not declared as such. The same applies to the other product labels, including the “Made in Canada”
designation.
For a product to be labeled “Made in Canada”, the last substantial change in the food must occur in Canada, meaning food must have gone through some form of processing which changes it into a new product. For example, a Canadian factory could combine lettuce and tomatoes, either locally grown or imported, to create a salad with the designation “Made in Canada.”
However, the label requires a qualifier, which lets consumers know if it was manufactured in Canada with imported ingredients or a combination of imported and domestic ingredients. If the salad contained tomatoes and lettuce from
the U.S., the label would have to say “Made in Canada with imported ingredients.”
If a “Packaged in Canada” label was on a jar of jam, this could mean the jam was made in the U.S. but simply canned in Canada. There is no requirement, however, to include information about the origin of the products.
Is this as clear as mud?
Labels should make it easy for consumers to know what the product they are buying is made of, but as things go, life, and apparently labels, are not that easy. One thing to look for when buying food products is “Product of Cana-
In Loving Memory
Michael “Mike” Tassey
July 3, 1953 – April 27, 2022
When you arrived, I was already ten, You were too small and fragile to have fun then. Time went by as I watched out for you, and so fast it sped, that I missed as you grew. Then suddenly, that gap of ten,
HAPPY 90 TH BIRTHDAY JIM ALLEN ~April 28, 2025~
Jim will be celebrating with his wife Penny, their children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Wishing Jim all the best!
Kim Cooper
da” label. This means the food product inside that can or bag was grown here in Canada.
If you don’t see this label on food products in your food or grocery store, ask your store manager to see if they can get more locally grown food into our stores and then into our homes. This would be great for our economy, for you and your family. Thank you for continuing to support our agriculture sector. Just some food for thought.
Kim Cooper has been involved in the agribusiness sector for over 45 years. He can be reached by emailing kim.e.cooper@gmail.com
In Loving Memory of
As brothers we were, we never fought, we loved each other and never gave it much thought. Being the eldest, I tried to be near, should you ever need some really good cheer. More years have passed and I’m without you near, and here I sit, missing my young brother’s cheer.
Missing you so very, very much, brother Derrick and family. no longer mattered, as we were now men.
In Loving Memory of Betty taylor atkinson
May 24, 1952 – April 27, 2021
God’s Gentle Whisper
My God gently whispered a message today, And said, “Please don’t worry, You need not be afraid; For when you have complete faith in me, I’ll not let you down; And when your journey has begun, Beside you I’ll be found.”
Loved and missed, never forgotten, With love from your family, Mom Frances Frome, Sisters Laurie & Wendy & families, Daughters Kelly and Shelley, Grandchildren Kayla, Tosha, Jordan & Lance, Dear friend Leonard
Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, and held so dear.
Five years have passed since our dear brother departed. You are forever in our thoughts and in our hearts.
Missing you always. Dad, Your Sisters and Brothers and their Families.
Lynn McLaughlin honoured at prestigious summit
Kingsville’s Lynn McLaughlin, a local educator, author and speaker, received international recognition at the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards in London, England.
McLaughlin was awarded Silver in the Adult Education & Training category, standing out as the only Canadian finalist.
The prestigious summit, partially hosted by ambassadors Dr. Tererai Trent and Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, celebrated women creating meaningful and lasting change across the globe.
McLaughlin earned recognition for her commitment to children’s mental health and proactive well-being strategies through education.
“To be in a room filled with women from around the world, all creating positive change – it was truly electrifying,” says McLaughlin.
She credits much of the success to her co-author and co-presenter, Amber Raymond.
“Amber has been more than a partner. Through the lens of a social worker, she’s been the heart of this mission.” McLaughlin adds, “It’s been incredible to watch this vision take shape and now be recognized internationally. We’re helping children build tools for life, and that’s what it’s all about.”
With decades of experience, including her role as a former Superintendent of Education, McLaughlin continues to champion emotional well-being as a foundation of childhood development. She is also an award-winning author, international speaker and host of the Taking the Helm podcast.
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Lions Club pre-
donation to the Kingsville Girl Guides of Canada on April 17. Betsy Sabara accepted the donation, along with Emma Dominato, Shae Lowrey, Madison Yager and Rosie Rankin. Kingsville Lions members in attendance include Gayle Palmer, Joan Cope and Katherine Groenewegen. The donation will assist with the cost of Girl Guide camps that the group plans to attend this year. KLC members volunteer at Chances Leamington to raise funds for donation.
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Joyce Heibein
May 3, 1935 – April 12, 2025
At Huronlea Home in Brussels, Ontario, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, Joyce Heibein (née Palmer), formerly of Leamington and London, Ontario, passed away at the age of 89 due to complications from vascular dementia.
Joyce was the beloved mother of Kevin Heibein of Horseshoe Valley; Heather and Dave Robertson of Gorrie; Holly Heibein of Vancouver; and Pamela and Steve Place of Questa, New Mexico. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Alyssa and Matt Van Wyk, Dustin Robertson, and William Place, and a joyful greatgrandmother to Ryder and Ellery Van Wyk. Joyce was also a caring aunt to Ron and Joe (Rose) Palmer. She was predeceased by her parents, Ione and Bruce Palmer, her brother Deane Palmer, and sister-in-law Theresa Palmer.
Born in May 1935 in Cottam, Ontario, Joyce grew up on a farm just outside Leamington alongside her older brother Deane. When the Great Depression forced the family to give up their farm, they moved into Leamington where her parents worked at the H.J. Heinz factory. These early years gave Joyce a deep well of strength, modesty and practicality that would shape her life.
After graduating from high school, Joyce moved to Windsor where she worked at Chrysler’s, including a rare cross-border assignment in Detroit. Through a mutual friend, she met Bill Heibein, whom she married in 1966. Together they raised their family Kevin, Heather, Holly and Pamela — first in London and later in North Bay, Ontario, where they lived until 1986.
While raising a bustling household, Joyce found joy in the small things: Bridge games with neighbours, hand-stitched quilts, involvement with the United Church and Canadian Girls in Training (CGIT), and evenings filled with card games like Euchre, Rummoli and Crokinole. She always had a love for music, which found an outlet when she joined the Baytones women’s barbershop-style chorus in North Bay, singing bass and sharing in the warmth of community harmonies. Joyce and Bill also shared a passion for restoring antique furniture and nurturing a flourishing garden.
Joyce’s lifelong curiosity and love for travel led her to a career as a travel agent once her daughters were school-aged. She delighted in “fam” trips to destinations like Europe, Thailand and the Caribbean, and she was known for organizing fun and well-planned theatre outings to Toronto to see Mirvish performances and enjoy the buzz of the “big city.”
When she finally became an “empty nester,” Joyce took full advantage of her independence and her home’s proximity to Western University. She participated in a house swap with a visiting professor and his partner from Ireland. While they spent a year in her home in London, Joyce lived in their home in Belfast — an experience that became a lifelong highlight for all involved. Her new Irish friends loved Canada so much that they eventually emigrated, a testament to Joyce’s warmth and hospitality.
After retiring, Joyce relocated to Leamington to be closer to her ailing brother Deane and to reconnect with her childhood hometown. She embraced her return to the area with her trademark zest, hosting family and friends and planning countless outings to Point Pelee National Park and Pelee Island.
When Joyce’s health began to decline during the COVID-19 pandemic, she moved to Livingstone Manor in Listowel to be nearer to family. As her needs progressed, she transferred to Huronlea Home in Brussels, where she received exceptional care. Her family is profoundly grateful to the compassionate staff at both Livingstone Manor and Huronlea for their kindness and dignity in caring for Joyce as her memory faded.
A Celebration of Joyce’s Life will be held at Howick Community Centre, 45088 Harriston Road, on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
In accordance with her final wishes, she will be laid to rest at the feet of her mother, Mrs. Ione Robinson (née Palmer, née Campbell), in Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth,or to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Portrait and memorial online at www.tiffinfuneralhome.ca
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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has released the results of their Community Safety and Well-Being Plan survey, conducted last month.
or very safe walking alone in their neighbourhood after dark.
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Martha Krestel (nee Bauhaus), 98 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
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Thank you.
Beloved wife of the late Mike Krestel (1999). Loving mother of the late William Krestel (2018), the late Joanne Quenneville (1972) (Roger) and Nancy Salive. Cherished grandmother of Todd (Rosie), Michael (Kari), Jeff (Stephanie), Michael (Vanessa), Amy (Paul), ten great-grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of Leonard Bauhaus (Wendy), Naomi Botham (late Bruce), Doris Garton (late John), and predeceased by Robert Bauhaus, Lawrence Bauhaus (Marylyn), Rita Grubb (Bob), Irene Humpage (Bill), Mary Lidwell (Carmen), Catherine Chambers (Carl), Violet Hillman (Tom), Clarence Bauhaus and Billy Bauhaus. She will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
A special thank you to all of her Island “family” for their care and compassion.
Martha was a life-long resident of Pelee Island. Martha’s joy in life was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed, fishing, cooking and watching birds. Martha spent many late nights playing cards and was always the winner. She was a member of the Pelee Island Royal Canadian Legion and was on the board for the Pelee Island Co-Operative.
Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Martha’s life will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025 on Pelee Island. If desired, memorial donations can be made to the Pelee Island Legion or the Pelee Island Heritage Centre by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).
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Paolo Sabelli
Paolo Sabelli, 88 years, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025 at Windsor Regional Hospital, Ouellette Campus.
Beloved husband for 68 years of Emma Lucia Sabelli (Di Niro). Dear father of Joe Sabelli (Liese), Patsy Sabelli (Frank), Paul Sabelli Jr. (Mara).
Loving Nonno of Jordan, Gia and Enzo. Predeceased by his parents Giuseppe and Adelina Sabelli. Dear brother of the late Antonio Sabelli (late Antonietta), Angelina DelCiancio (late Corradino), late Pasqualino Sabelli (late Anita), late Michele Sabelli (late Rosa) and brother-in-law of Alfonso Di Niro (late Greer), Alex Di Niro (Joann). Paolo will be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Paul was retired from the H.J. Heinz Co. after 37 years of service. Dad enjoyed spending his time outdoors in his garden. He enjoyed making his yearly wine, prosciutto, sausage and salami. He enjoyed spending quality time with family, friends and his most adored grandchildren. He was a flagbearer for deceased Roma Club members.
Paolo’s family wishes to thank all the nurses, doctors and staff on 2N Ouellette Campus for all their care and compassion.
Visiting was at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Visitation continued at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of the Resurrection at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Erie Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to London Health Sciences Foundation or Erie Shores Hospice.
Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
The survey sought to understand the needs, concerns, and priorities of Chatham-Kent residents.
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• 79% believed that crime rates in their community have increased over the past four years.
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Over a four-week period, the survey received 350 responses, achieving a confidence level of 90% based on the population size of Chatham-Kent.
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Key findings from the survey include:
• Nearly 25% of respondents identified as parents to children aged 5-12, with over half expressing concerns about allowing their children to play outside unsupervised.
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• 70% of respondents reported feeling a sense of belonging in their community.
Thank you.
• 81.7% of respondents reported positive relationships with their neighbours.
• 65% of respondents indicated that they feel safe
Substance use, criminal activity, mental health, physical activity, poverty, and education and employment were identified as top priorities for improving community safety and well-being.
While the survey provides valuable insights, limitations such as sample size and composition are acknowledged.
Peter Verbruggen
September 13, 1933 – April 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of our father and beloved Opa, Peter Antonius Wilhelmus Verbruggen, surrounded by the comfort and love of his daughter and youngest son, during the early morning hours of Saturday, April 19th, 2025 at Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington, ON. Predeceased by our mother Everdine (Diny) in 2007, Peter is survived by his three children: Bea (Mark) of London; Peter Jr. of Windsor; and Richard (Tracie) of Calgary AB. Also survived by his grandchildren: Jamie (Jessica) of Calgary, AB; and Chelsea of Kamloops, BC; and one greatgrandchild, Avaya Lynn Verbruggen, in Calgary; as well as his sisters in Holland, Thea and Helma. Predeceased by sister Ria and brother Wil. Dad will also be remembered by dear, long-time family friend Corrie (late Bob) Blommers of Chatham.
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Dad was a very proud, yet quiet, kind, thoughtful and generous man, and we will miss his gentle and unassuming nature. But as we grieve his loss, we shall also rejoice for his long life well lived – and for the blessing of his passing into eternal peace on this most Holy and Blessed weekend of the year.
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At Dad’s request, there will be no visitation, service or interment, and cremation will take place. Our parents wish, together, is for their ashes to be scattered somewhere along the shores of their beloved Lake Erie, and we shall honour that wish later this year.
A special thank you to Bea and Mark for their loving presence and devotion to Pop in his final months and to the end.
In remembrance of Peter, an avid gardener, think of him as you plant your garden this year. Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of a fine flower or extend a simple kindness to your fellow man.
Memorial donations may be made to Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631).
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“When you remember me, it means that you have carried something of who I am with you, that I have left some mark of who I am on who you are. It means that you can summon me back to your mind even though countless years and miles may stand between us. It means that if we meet again, you will know me. It means that even after I die, you can still see my face and hear my voice and speak to me in your heart. For as long as you remember me, I am never entirely lost.” ~ Frederick Buechner: Whistling in the Dark “Goodnight, sweet Opa”
It is with profound sadness that we, Aad and Marjolein, announce the sudden passing of our beloved son
Jeroen Ahsmann.
Jeroen leaves behind family and friends who loved him deeply.
May God’s perpetual light shine upon him and may his soul rest in peace.
We love you Jeroen.
Essex County Library visits on the rise
The 2025-30 Essex County Library Strategic Plan was highlighted to Leamington Council at their regular April 8 council meeting, with Chief Librarian Adam Craig and Library Board Vice Chair Sherry Bondy presenting to council.
According to Craig, there was a dramatic increase in library visitors across the system from 2023 to 2024, with about 43,000 attendees in 2023 and 77,000 in 2024.
At the Leamington branch, that translated to an increase of attendees from 3,700 in 2023 to 6,100 in 2024.
“A large chunk of that was an increase in teen attendance,” he said. “2024 was an exceptional year.”
Among the successes besides attendance in 2024 were more staffed hours at the Harrow branch, a green bench initiative in partnership with Schlegel Village, a renovation and
grand re-opening of the Tecumseh Branch, the launch of a video game and Wonderbooks collection, and the ‘Pitch In With ECL’ program.
Leamington Councillor Heather Latam, who sits on the Library Board, was pleased with the increased numbers.
“Seeing the numbers every month is so thrilling,” she said. “To see that our young people are using the space.”
KHS and ASK team up for garden tour
The Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS) and Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) are collaborating on a new event – the Kingsville Vintage Garden Tour and Tea on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22.
This is an opportunity to showcase some of Kingsville’s beautiful private gardens, as well as some of the town gardens that the Horticultural Society members plant and maintain.
“We hope participants will stroll through the downtown and see all it has to offer in terms of businesses, restaurants, historical sites and museums,” says Jan Fisher of the Horticultural Society. “Some of our volunteers will be in period costume, taking you back in time. So it’s not just putting together a garden tour, it’s
creating an educational event to pass on the beauty of our history! “
“Since Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre (originally built as a Library in 1914) is on the tour, we are adding the Vintage
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High Tea to be held there,” added Fisher. For more information, you can email kingsvillegardentour2025@gmail.com or tickets can be purchased at the Carnegie Centre, 28 Division St. South.
GORE HILL UNPLUGS WITH FAMILY FUN NIGHT
On Wednesday, April 9, Gore Hill Public School students, staff and families came together for a screen-free Family Fun Night — a special family engagement event that invited everyone to unplug from technology and reconnect through play, conversation and community. About 140 members of the Gore Hill family enjoyed sandwiches, fresh vegetables, drinks, and sweet treats, generously supported by the School Council and community partners. The gym and surrounding areas were transformed into game zones, buzzing with laughter and activity. Families of all ages — from newly registered JK Gators to the senior Grade 8 students and even students who were past Gators — gathered to play board games, card games and oversized classics like Giant Jenga, Connect Four, Checkers and Cornhole Toss. The evening featured a heartwarming presentation by the Jovanovic family. Damian and Gorian Jovanovic are local authors, along with their mom, Julia. They read their book “When the Wi-Fi Went Out”. The story, brought to life by her sons and daughter, set the perfect tone for the night — reminding everyone of the fun and connection that can be found offline. In the photo on the left are Liz Simpson with son Glenn Boyer. In the photo on the right are authors Gorian and Damian Jovanovic with their sister Valentina. Photo submitted
Community Calendar
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION
WILL MEET at 9:00 a.m. at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34, Ruthven. Martins are starting to arrive. There will be lots of information for anyone wanting to set up housing for them. The public is welcome. More info: Paul 519-738-3476.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT featuring “IF” - $5 per person at The Village Resource Centre - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit ww.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SUNDAY, APRIL 27
COUNTY CLASSIC CHORALE CONCERT"JUST SING", an homage to the simplicity of song, 3:00 p.m. at Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St., Leamington. Admission by donation. More info at countyclassicchorale.ca
SUNDAY, APRlL 27
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE at 10:30 am with Rev. Jim Hatt at Unitarian Universality Church of Olinda, 2953 Olinda Side Road, Ruthven, 548-324-4352. All are welcome.
SATURDAY, MAY 2 & SUNDAY, MAY 3
INDOOR YARD SALE / RUMMAGE SALEfrom 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon both days, Leamington United Church, 9 John St.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
WHEATLEY PUBLIC SAFETY EVENT - 11:00
a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at The Village Resource Centre - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit ww.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SUNDAY, MAY 4
BLESSING OF THE BIKES 2025 at First Lutheran Church, 27 Spruce St. North, Kingsville. Service at 10:30 a.m. Outdoor Blessing at 11:30 a.m.
SUNDAY, MAY 4
COUNTY CLASSIC CHORALE CONCERT - "JUST SING", an homage to the simplicity of song, 3:00 p.m. at Harrow United Church, 45 Munger Ave. E. Admission by donation. More info at countyclassicchorale.ca
WEDNESDAYS, MAY 14, 21 & 28
BOXING BASICS - 7:30 p.m. $10/person/ session, at The Village Resource Centre108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit ww.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SATURDAY, MAY 17
PLANT SALE hosted by Erie Chapter #19
Order of the Eastern Star from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 30 Laird Ave., Essex. Plants make everything better!
SATURDAY, MAY 17
YARD SALE hosted by Parvaim Central 395 Masonic Lodge from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 30 Laird Ave., Essex. Something for everyone!
$40 at Carnegie or online at Eventbrite. ONGOING
ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING at 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday at Leamington Library, 1 John St. Free to attend. Develop Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Upcoming dates: April 23, May 7 & 21, June 4 & 18. More info: email ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com, Facebook Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores. toastmastersclubs.org.
THE VILLAGE RESOURCE CENTRE WEEKLY EVENTS - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. Mondays - 7:30 p.m. - "Light The Way" Nar-Anon Family Group. Wednesday10:00 a.m. - Chair Yoga - $10. Thursdays - 7:30 p.m. - "Wheatley Warriors" Narcotics Anonymous Group. For more information call (-226-484-1004 or visit ww.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-9991234.
SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL - ADULT DAY PROGRAM - Join us at Faith Mennonite for a day service providing social, recreational and personal support to clients and respite. For more information or to register, call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: GENTLE EXERCISE at 10:00 am, Wednesdays and Fridays, at Ruthven United Church, 1907 Queen Blvd. No Fee. Registration Required. kingsvillecentre.com.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: CAFE at 9:00 am to noon, Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays, at 1860 Division Rd. N., Free coffee, cookies, wifi and more.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: STEP-ITUP INDOOR POWER WALKING, Mondays and Fridays at 9:15 am, at Grovedale, 103 Park St., Kingsville. No Fee. Registration required. kingsvillecentre.com.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: TAI CHI, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Various locations, no fee, registration required. kingsvillecentre. com.
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.
INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.
THURSDAY, MAY 22
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE, GREENHOUSE VEGGIE SALE, 9:30-11:30, 1860 Division Rd. N. Fill a flat for only $20, voting in our people's choice award required. Proceeds to Kingsville Community Garden.
TUESDAY, MAY 27
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE, BBQ, 11:30-12:30, $10 for a hamburger, salad, chips and pop, while supplies last, 1860 Division Rd. N, Proceeds to Kingsville Community Garden.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
TEAR ART BOOKMARKS from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Wheatley Branch of the CK Public Library. Stop by to make a Tear Art Bookmark. Who knew tearing up paper and gluing it back together could be so much fun!
SATURDAY, JUNE 21 & SUNDAY, JUNE 22
VINTAGE GARDEN TOUR AND TEA - hosted by Kingsville Horticultural Society and the Art Society of Kingsville. Tour some private gardens and public gardens then enjoy High Tea at the Carnegie Centre. Tickets
ERIE SHORES QUILT GUILD cordially invites guests to attend/join them for their regular meeting held every third Tuesday at St. John’s Hall, 1782 Oriole Park, N. Woodslee, at 7:00 p.m. The Guild's purpose is to promote and encourage and encourage the art of quilting. More info: 519-726-5869.
STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group.
PROSPERUS COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK ADVOCACY WORKING GROUPS ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE (age 15+) who want to use their voice to make change in Leamington. Unlocking Potential - Cradle to Career. Discuss community issues, raise awareness, host community events, hear guest speakers, write advocacy letters, attend council meetings. For meeting dates & location or more information, contact Karlene at 519-259-6148 or email knielsen@weareunited.com.
GROCERY PACKING FOR COP CAMP
The Essex County OPP were out in full force on Thursday, April 17, helping Easter shoppers with their groceries and accepting donations for their Essex County cOPPs for Charity. Shoppers were met at the end of the ‘till’ by officers at Kingsville Zehrs, Tecumseh Zehrs and Leamington’s Real Canadian Superstore, where they could also enter a free draw for a col-
Wheatley Legion news
Wheatley Legion’s Meat Draw winners on April 19 were Tom Coulter (2), Carl McCracken, Donna Corlett (3), Carol Lotsberg, Diane Clark, John Turner, Terri Kohler and Jodi Mummery. The Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 draw was won by Ed Boggs.
Branch 324 continues to make progress with the new building. To help fund the project, the Legion is selling 50/50 tickets at just $5 each. Every ticket purchased supports the effort to get the Branch back on its feet.
Tickets are available in Wheatley at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop, Briar Patch Studio, Village Resource Centre, Renny’s, Talbot Trail Golf Club, Bowman Feed & Supply, Joe’s Bar, Adamson Guardian Pharmacy, in Leamington at the Southpoint Sun office, or during the meat draw on Saturdays.
Don’t miss your chance to win $5,000! The draw will be held during the Wheatley Fish Festival car show June 29 at 5 p.m.
ourful Easter Basket. Above, Leamington Superstore shopper Liz Campbell gets some help from Constable Stephanie Caron. SUN photo
Black Joy, Black Excellence symposium celebrated by GECDSB
On Tuesday, April 15, the Greater Essex County District School Board hosted its second annual Black Joy, Black Excellence Student Symposium, a vibrant and empowering event celebrating Black culture, creativity and student voice.
This year’s theme, “Express Yourself,” set the stage for a day filled with movement, mindfulness, art and powerful storytelling.
Held in a spirit of unity and inspiration, the symposium invited students from across the district to participate in a variety of breakout sessions that tapped into the arts and self-expression. From creative dance and rhythm to music, slam poetry and visual arts, students
had the opportunity to explore different forms of expression and connect with local artists and educators.
Asantewah Salvador, Grade 7, and Nevaeh Lewis, Grade 6, from Gore Hill Public School were excited to take part, choosing to first attend the breakout session led by Hall of Fame Boxer Josh Canty and his daughter, Rosalind, the 2024 Golden Gloves Champion, who explored the art and discipline of boxing.
Their second session was led by Teajay Travis, a dynamic spoken word artist and Learning Through the Arts educator. Teajay captivated students with his session on owning your sacred story,
encouraging them to find strength and purpose in their personal narratives.
Lunch was a hit, featuring delicious Jamaican patties, crispy French fries and a special fruit
punch, fueling students for an afternoon of celebration and reflection. A lively fashion show followed, along with a “Pass the Mic” segment where students from various
schools shared their voices, stories, and talents.
The day concluded with a student panel and expert Q&A, offering insight, discussion and inspiration for students to
take with them. Throughout the venue, community kiosks offered valuable resources, support information and generous giveaways that added to the festive atmosphere.
Potassium iodide pills for Kingsville residents
The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), in partnership with the Town of Kingsville, will be distributing Potassium Iodide (KI) pills to Town of Kingsville residents living in the secondary zone which is 80 km from Enrico Fermi 2 Nuclear Generating Station.
This initiative is to ensure the community is prepared in the unlikely event of a nuclear emergency.
All Town of Kingsville residents are encouraged to pick up a package of
KI pills. If you had previously obtained these pills, they are past their expiration date.
You can pick up a new package of KI pills at the Kingsville Arena Complex, located at 1741 Jasperson Lane, Kingsville, on Thursday, April 24 from 2 pm to 6pm.
After receiving new KI pills, residents can safely dispose of expired KI pills in their household garbage or drop them off at their local pharmacy.
KI pills block the thyroid from absorbing radioactive iodine that
may be released during a nuclear incident. KI pills would help to prevent the development of thyroid cancer in such instances.
KI pills are only to be taken when instructed by the WECHU’s Medical Officer of Health. The pills should be stored in a safe, dry and accessible place along with your 72hour emergency kit.
While the level of risk has not changed at Fermi 2, the regulatory framework for Canadian nuclear installations has been updated. The Canadian
Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) has mandated that all residents within the primary zone of a nuclear installation have KI pills available in their homes.
While Fermi 2 is not regulated by the CNSC, WECHU would like the residents living within the primary and secondary zones of Fermi 2 to be prepared.
For more information on KI pills and KI pill distribution, visit wechu. org/KI or call 519-2582146 ext. 4445.
Gore Hill P.S. students Nevaeh Lewis (left) and Asantewah Salvador (centre) attended a breakout session led by Rosalind Canty, 2024 Golden Gloves Champion that explored the art and discipline of boxing. Photo submitted
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CROSSWORD PUZZLE
WORD SCRAMBLE
Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to the spring.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Spending time with new friends and those you’ve known for years can be a satisfying way to pass the week, Aries. Try to plan some activities that you can enjoy together.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, this week you may choose to tackle some necessary, albeit time-consuming, chores. They may take a few hours, but then you’ll have time to unwind.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, certain information that you have been looking for may finally come to the surface. Once you have your answers, you might be able to move on to other tasks.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, emotional matters that emerged over the previous few days might soon be settled with all parties feeling satisfied with the results.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, confusion with loved ones can be easily cleared up with a little, honest communication between you and the other people involved. Embrace this chance to be open and honest.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, you may be especially motivated this week and feel a need to get as much done as possible. Try not to race through tasks without focusing on doing things right.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, you are operating at peak efficiency and ready to handle many of the less exciting tasks on your to-do list. Tackle the grunt work and the fun will follow.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
You have the stamina and energy to get a lot of chores taken care of this week, Scorpio. But you may be short on time. Enlist other people to help if an opportunity presents itself.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Don’t be surprised if you spend a lot of your time on the phone this week, Sagittarius. There are many things on your to-do list and tackling them one by one is essential.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Financial paperwork and money matters fill the docket for you the next few days, Capricorn. Paying bills, balancing a checkbook and building your nest egg are your top priorities.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
This week you could be feeling industrious and on the lookout for a new project, Aquarius. You will be an asset to anyone who needs extra assistance.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Particularly vivid dreams could have you wondering what your mind is trying to tell you, Pisces. You might come up with some interesting interpretations, but the answers remain unknown.
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Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection
Clippings from the Wheatley Journal
April 1985 - Constable Al Row, Community Relations Officer of the Merlin Detachment
WHEATLEY ATOM CHAMPS
The 1969 Wheatley Kinsmen Baseball Association Atom playoff champions gather around their trophy. Back row, from left, are Bill Cobby, Chris Rivard, Tim Matier, Stewart Wilkinson. In front are Bob Jackson, Nelson Rutt, Bob Cobby, Steve Mills, Rob Churchill. The team was coached by Junior Churchill and Don Rivard. Photo courtesy of Bob Jackson via the Growing Up in Wheatley Facebook page
The stately home of Leamington MP, MPP and Mayor Lewis Wigle was converted into the town’s first high school after Wigle donated the residence — which sat near the MCR railway station — to the Essex County School Board. After some alterations were done, it was opened in January 1895 and demolished in 1922.
LEAMINGTON’S CARNEGIE PUBLIC
LIBRARY One of Leamington’s most magnificent buildings was the Carnegie Library at the corner of John Street and Erie Street North. The building lasted for over six decades. It was razed in September 1974 to make way for a modern library facility. Leamington’s current library sits on the same site. Photo from the Scott Holland Collection
unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken
of the OPP was at Wheatley Area Public School last Tuesday to tell the children how the Block Parent Program can protect them from harm. Al Row, left, is showing the Block Parent sign to student Jeff St. John as committee member Mrs. Melanie McLean shows the symbol of safety to Shannon Dick.
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This photo from April 1983 shows one of the new oil drilling rigs that had begun to spring up throughout Mersea Township. New discoveries of oil prompted the rising of many such rigs during the 1980s.
Photo from the Scott Holland Collection
WIGLE HOME BECAME FIRST HIGH SCHOOL
U16A Blazers win OMHA in Whitby
The U16A Talbot Trail Blazers travelled to Whitby over the April 4-6 weekend and came away Ontario Minor Hockey Association champions, going unbeaten in five games on their road to the red hat title. The Blazers’ season was successful with a record of 49 wins, seven losses and eight ties, and they were ranked first in the province going into the tournament.
On Friday morning, April 4, Talbot Trail opened
against another highly ranked opponent in the Centre Wellington Fusion and the Blazers started off on the right skate with a 4-1 win.
In game two they doubled their opponent, the Clarington Toros, by a 6-3 score.
Saturday’s game against a very physical St. Thomas Stars team proved to be a close one with the Blazers edging the Stars 3-2. That win catapulted them to the
semi-final game Sunday morning.
On Sunday, the Blazers proved why they were ranked #1 in the province with a convincing 4-0 shutout of the LaSalle Sabres.
That set the stage for the final — a return engagement against Centre Wellington — and the Blazers didn’t disappoint, defeating their rivals 4-3 to bring home the OMHA championship.
OMHA U16A champs, front row, left to right: Quinton Winter, Noah Borges, Ben McFadden, Eli Driedger, Ryder Grossi, Ian McFarlane, Rowan Verbeek. Middle row: Nicholas DiMilo, Steve Belanger, Trent Frias. Back row: Coach Brett Thomas, Shannon Olson, Mason Gow, Easton Moffat, Cayden Raffoul, Ethan Gerard, Brady Simpson, Austin Hamilton-Drouillard, Ben Arquette, Gregory O’Keefe, Jaxon Reidiger, Massimo Ingratta, Coach Brett Enns, Coach Derrick Antunes.
Photo submitted
SWOC holding annual Big Buck Sportsmen’s Show
The Southwest Outdoors Club will host their annual Big Buck Sportsmen’s Show on Saturday, May 3 at Tilbury Arena.
The show features over $2,500 in door prizes to be won, loads of fun for the whole family, including their annual ATV raffle, kids-only Nerf Gun raffle, 50+ hunting and fishing vendors, supervised Kids 3-D archery, live trout pond, food vendors, taxidermy displays and a cash bar.
The show runs 10 am to 5 pm. Admission is $5 with kids 12 and under admitted free.
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JACK (WORKING WHISKERS)
Jack has come a long way! He’s still not a lap cat and he cherishes his independence, but after being given a larger space, he’s come out of his shell! He is still a “Working Whisker” but he is ok with some pets. He’s become a staff favourite for his independent nature and his curious heart.
He’s a bit on the shy side, but don’t let that deter you. He prefers to do his own thing and would rather chase
mice than sit on laps.
JACK
*All of our “working whiskers” cat are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and vet checked. You are responsible for providing a safe and suitable living environment, food, water and veterinary care as required. Since he is a “Working Whiskers” pet, you get to choose your own adoption fee.
JUST A BIT AHEAD OF THE BALL
Despite the cooler temperatures, Essex County high school baseball is underway and the Kinsmen Ball Diamonds in Leamington played host to several games last week. Here, on diamond 7 on Wednesday, April 16, the LDSS Lions’ second baseman waits for the ball to catch the Tecumseh Vista runner stealing second. When the dust settled, the runner was safe. Meanwhile, on diamond 6, the Holy Name Knights took on the Sandwich Sabres.
LDSS sports report
By Emery Stapleton
What a busy week of sports we’ve had at Leam-
ington District Secondary School!
Last week, several mem-
bers of the badminton team competed in a qualifier tournament. For most, the competition was too strong and the athletes did not move on. However, the junior doubles team, Drake Wigle and Ryan Krueger, did qualify. The partners dominated WECCSSA, where they went undefeated and won gold. The pair will be competing this week in SWOSSAA. Best of luck to the boys.
The ultimate frisbee team played their first two games April 14. The first matchup was a competitive one against Erie Migration. Despite the strong start by the Coyotes, the Lions rallied and evened the score by the final whistle, resulting in sudden death overtime. LDSS scored first and emerged with their first win of the season. The spirit MVPs were BJ Williams and Kate Krueger. Next, they played a newly formed Essex
team. Without much experience on behalf of the Red Raiders, the Lions were able to clinch their second win 12-3. Daniel Hamm and Izzy Miller were named the MVPs of spirit.
The LDSS senior boys soccer team took on Cardinal Carter this past Tuesday. Unfortunately, the Cougars pounced on the Lions, resulting in a final score of 2-1. The boys travelled to Belle River on Tuesday the 22 to take on the Nobles.
The girls soccer team played Kennedy at home on Wednesday the 16. In a showing of clear dominance, the Lions took home a victory, winning 5-2. Goals went to Kristen Kretchman and two apiece for both Leah Sharon and Emily Sawatzky. The team will be travelling to Erie Migration this week to take on the Coyotes. Good luck to all the teams in their upcoming competitions.
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Drake Wigle, left and Ryan Krueger. Emery Stapleton photo
Golden Years mini-golf report
There were 66 golfers who played 36 holes of mini golf at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Thursday, April 17. They recorded an outstanding 111 holes in one.
Leading the way with five aces was Greg Broome, followed by Ron Fick, Moe Sweet, Constance Budd, Jack Bostin and Randy Nash with four aces, Linda Chiasson, Kathy Bechard, Bill Mayville, Mary Binder, Kaz Wszol, Geoff Reid, Bill Taylor, Penny McMurphy and Andy Orsini with 3 aces, Tom Hyatt, Anne Marie Wszol, Kathy Klym, Patty Hopper, Thea Reid, Steve Acott, Nancy Springthorpe, Keith Hopper, Bill Gough, Bob Springthorpe, Jane Vandentop, Anne Bonyai, Theresa Decaluwe, Tom Bondy, Barb Fick, Zena Raymond, Bill Ward, MaryAnn Sherman, Gail Turk and Dolores Near with 2 aces, and Armand Decaluwe, Julia Kos, Lois Hudvagner, Al Wass, Lloyd Symons, Jackie Cooper, David Tonks, Rosemary Heisler, Ernie Purr, Linda Lavender, Ray Foster, Joel Bostin, Steve Bonyai, Jamie Ar-
quette, Grant Raymond, Shran Collins, Nick Penzari, Bill Edwards and Monique Benfield with one ace each.
Top score over 18 holes was Greg Broome with 34, followed by Keith Hopper with 36, Tom Hyatt and Bill Ward with 37, Julia Kos, Jack Bostin, Bill Gough, Bob Springthorpe, Bill Mayville, Ray Foster, Tom Bondy, Bill Ward, Gail Turk, Andy Orsini, Jamie Arquette and Bill Taylor with 38, and Tom Hyatt, Al Wass, Mary Binder and David Tonks with 39.
Leading the way over 36 holes with 75 was Bill Ward, followed by Tom Hyatt with a score of 76, Jack Bostin, Tom Bondy, Jamie Arquette and Greg Broome with 78, followed
by Mary Binder, David Tonks, Bill Gough and Andy Orsini with 79.
First place went to Team 14 comprised of Shran Collins, Grant Raymond, Greg Broome and Bill Ward with a score of 322.
In second place was Team 12 – Barb Fick, Jamie Arquette, Tom Bondy and Betty McMann – with a score of 322.
Last but not least, in third place was Team 7 –Rosemary Heisler, David Tonks, Mary Binder and Jack Bostin – with a score of 322.
Fun, laughs and also golf will continue on Thursday, April 24 at 10:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. New players are always welcome.
CIYC offering Youth Sailing Camp
Cedar Island Yacht Club once again opens its picturesque waterfront to young, aspiring sailors for the annual Youth Sailing Camp.
Running from July through August, Youth Sailing Camp is designed for children aged 8 to 14+.
The weeklong camps run Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm and offer a comprehensive introduction to sailing, covering everything including the essentials of boat handling and sailing techniques.
Under the expert guidance of Can Sail certified instructors and seasoned sailors, campers will receive hands-on training tailored to their skill levels, whether they are complete beginners or looking to refine their sailing prowess.
Through a mix of on-the-water activities and classroom sessions, campers learn the importance of communication, problem-solving and resilience.
Hands-on sailing aboard a fleet of well-maintained sailboats, ensures every participant gets ample time on the
water. Each camper is provided with a life jacket. Safety protocols are taught and followed to insure a safe learning environment.
A variety of activities including beach games, swimming, recreational games and making new friends round out each day.
Parents and guardians interested in more information on the CIYC Youth Sailing Camp can visit the Club’s website at cedarislandyachtclub.ca, sailing schools, youth sailing.
Early registration is encouraged.
Youth sailors in 2024. SUN archives
