Artisans showcase wares at Arts@Marina
By Paul Forman
A few raindrops didn’t stop residents from descending upon Rick Atkin Park to enjoy the offerings from over 70 visual artists, craftsmen, musicians and culinarians at Leamington’s two-day Arts @ the Marina.
Arts @ the Marina serves as a fundraiser for the Leamington Arts Centre. Improvements to the park adjacent to the marina allowed the event to expand its footprint to the west for its 31st year.
LAC Director Chad Riley was pleased with the mix of vendors for festival goers and reminded art enthusiasts that the art centre continues to look for funding to secure what they regard as the perfect location and layout for a new art centre at Erie Street North and Nelson Street.
The Amicone and Mastronardi families made a stop at the Crafty Chicks tent to pick up a few cuddly crocheted creations. Pictured with their new little treasures are, from the left, Lola Mastronardi, Yale Amicone, Leo Mastronardi and Hugo Amicone.
Heather Mallaby and Dan Greenwood of Wheatley’s Erie Treasures Chainsaw Carving brought a real outdoors flavour to Arts @ the Marina. Pictured is Heather Mallaby with some of the intricate pieces they had for sale.
Musical duo Petals of Gold hit the stage as the first of nine musical acts that appeared at the weekend marketplace. SUN photos by Paul Forman
More outdoor defibrillators in Leamington, Kingsville, Pelee Island
By Mark Ribble
The local initiative to place outdoor Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) units at strategic locations in the community has seen quite a bit of progress recently, thanks to some philanthropic people and organizations.
The Leamington
Kinsmen Club recently pledged $10,000 toward the purchase of three such units and those units have now been installed at the Leamington Kinsmen Ball Diamonds, Seacliff Park and the Leamington Arts Centre.
In addition, local resident Pamela Evans has
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also purchased two units and they’ve now been installed at the Leamington Marina and on the Mobile Medical Unit that makes its way around the community.
The Sun Parlour Curling Club now has an outdoor unit as well, through the generosity of one of their members.
Curling Club President Nathan Hamilton was thrilled with the new addition.
“Every second counts in a cardiac emergency,” he said. “After a recent CPR class at the club, one of our members anonymously donated funds to purchase the outdoor defibrillator. We think having a defibrillator accessible outside the curling club is an invaluable resource in helping to protect our community.”
The Town of Kingsville also just installed three units: one at the baseball diamonds, one at Cedar Island Park and one at the Cottam Library.
Pelee Island has now also installed four units, with new defibrillators at the park, marina, administration office and on the firetruck.
According to Essex-Windsor EMS Dave
Thibodeau, over 1,200 staff and students in area schools have taken part in classes on how to help people in distress with the defibrillators.
“We’re the only region in the province to have defibrillator units in every school,” says Thibodeau.
Thibodeau says that the push to get the outdoor locations populated with units is crucial to help with people experiencing cardiac arrest. Every second counts and he says that sometimes an ambulance is 10-20 minutes away when the call comes in.
The outdoor units are easy to use and may just save a life at one of the area’s sports fields, parks or marinas.
As units are added, they are also added to the Pulse Point app that tracks where you are in relation to the closest defibrillator.
Thibodeau says that 9-11 dispatch will also have access to the Pulse Point app and when someone calls 9-1-1 about a victim experiencing cardiac symptoms, they will be able to tell the caller where the nearest outdoor unit is.
Essex-Windsor EMS is also lending two addition-
al units to the Hogs for Hospice event this weekend to provide full cardiac emergency coverage at Seacliff Park in addition to the one installed down near the amphitheatre.
Thibodeau met with Kinsmen Club representative Wayne Jeffery and acting District Chief of Essex-Windsor EMS Dan Su-
vajdzin on Thursday, July 24 at the ball diamonds in Leamington to have a look at the newly installed unit. The PulsePoint AED app is available through the Apple Store and Google Play for Androids. Or you can visit countyofessex.ca for more information and click on Emergency Services.
Essex-Windsor Acting District Chief Dan Suvajdzin, left, meets with Leamington Kinsmen Club representative Wayne Jeffery at the Leamington baseball diamonds on Thursday, July 24. The ball diamonds are just one location among others that now has an outdoor defibrillator unit. SUN photo by Mark Ribble
Hogs for Hospice rolls into town Friday
By Mark Ribble
The Leamington area will be alive with the sights and sounds of a true motorcycle rally this weekend as Hogs for Hospice kicks off Friday.
The event, which started in 2016 at Seacliff Park, has grown in leaps and bounds and is a main funding driver for the Erie Shores Hospice.
Completely volunteer-run, the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally is considered a premiere event in the province, with visitors coming from as far as the east and west coasts of North America.
And it all began with a notion from seven friends who imagined an event that would cover the operating costs of the beloved local hospice.
Now, the weekend is full of activity, concerts and friendship shared across a wide selection of people.
The 50-50 raffle — a popular addition in recent years — raises hundreds of thousands of dollars each year and the concert nights provide those in attendance with quite a bit of bang for their buck.
This year, they’ve added a third concert night — a Sunday night gospel and
spiritual event brought to you by the Windsor Essex Faith Community.
Schedule of Events
The event officially kicks off Friday, August 1 at 4 pm as H4H headquarters opens, and the pro wrestlers of NCG Wrestling take to the ring at the park.
At 5 pm Friday, Vendor Alley opens, along with the food trucks, the Leamington Ribfest and the Kinsmen Club Hog Pen Beer Garden.
The doors open for the concert at 6:30 pm, with Canadian star Kim Mitch-
ell opening for Theory of a Deadman.
On Saturday, August 2, H4H headquarters opens early at 7 am to help facilitate the annual Tour The Tip Ride. The Lions Club pancake breakfast kicks off at 8 am, just as registration for Tour The Tip opens up.
Vendor Alley and food trucks open at 9 am and a pre-ride ceremony starts at 10 am.
The popular Tour The Tip Ride leaves Seacliff Park at 10:30 am, riding their way down Robson Road, Point Pelee Drive
and into Point Pelee National Park. The ride will make a pitstop in downtown Kingsville around noon before the riders return to Seacliff Park.
The Pro Rider Freestyle Motocross shows begins at 12:30 at the top of the park along Seacliff Drive and will run again at 2:30 and 5 pm.
NCG Wrestling returns to the ring for another free event at 4 pm in the park.
At 6:30 pm on Saturday, the gates open for the concerts with co-headliners Carly Pearce and Mitchell Tenpenny.
On Sunday, August 3, the Lions Club Pancake Breakfast resumes at 8 am, with vendors alley and food trucks open at 9 am.
Sunday morning worships services on the hill will start at 10 am.
At 11:30 am, the Hogs for Hospice Junior Bike Rodeo takes place, brought to you by The Bad Examples. The adult version of the Bike Rodeo will follow at 1 pm.
At noon, the Kinsmen Hog Pen reopens, the Rib Fest will give out their awards and the H4H Iron By The Beach Bike Show takes place in the park parking lots.
At 12:30 and 4 pm, the
Pro Riders will be jumping and doing trick riding once again on Seacliff Drive.
At 6:30 pm, doors will open for the Sunday night worship concert featuring Chandler Moore with special guest Benjamin William Hastings. Sunday’s concerts are all age events.
Seacliff Drive between Sherk and Erie Streets will
be closed for the weekend starting Friday midday, while Forest Avenue along Seacliff Drive will also be closed, except to vendors and motorcycle participants. Tickets for the concerts are still available at hogsforhospice.com. Check out the official schedule on page 12-13 of this week’s Sun.
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Waterfront plaza construction underway
Construction is now underway for the Leamington Waterfront Market Plaza and Parking Lot Expansion Project, another feature of the Waterfront Destination Master Plan.
The Waterfront Market Plaza and Parking Lot Expansion Project, located at the foot of Erie Street South at the old Waterfront Grill property, will enhance the waterfront area with new amenities and improved infrastructure.
Once complete, the space will offer a dynamic, year-round venue for community events, tourism, and recreation
Key features include a modern, accessible playground, a dedicated zone for artisans, markets and community gatherings, a multi-use stage, improved washroom facilities, tables for eating, gathering and socializing, increased parking capacity, designated food truck area, improved landscaping and pathways, and a public art sculpture.
“We’re creating a space that’s accessible, welcoming and built with the needs of our community in mind,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “Whether you’re attending a market, enjoying a performance or spending time with family, the Waterfront Market Plaza will offer something for everyone.”
The underground utility work and parking lot expansion are now underway, with construction of the plaza itself due to start next spring. The project should be complete by next summer, weather permitting.
The Waterfront Destination Master Plan was originally developed between 1989 and 1991 and provides a vision for the future of the waterfront, and aligns its objectives with those of the newly adopted Official Plan and various local plans and guidelines.
To view the plan, visit leamington. ca/waterfront.
A fundraising car wash at St. Louis Catholic Elementary School helped raised funds for Audrey’s Daycare and their summer programs on Wednesday, July 23. In the top photo, Matthew Saad and his crew drew the customers in with signs and lots of activity for passersby to notice. In the bottom photo, the rest of the kids and staff were busy washing cars. SUN photos FUNDRAISING
Young dancer excels at national competition
By Mark Ribble
A young Kingsville dancer is tapping his way into a bright future after winning a prestigious competition in California the last week of June.
Eight-year-old Blake Lyons Armstrong brought home the Icon of the Year trophy from the eight-day Hollywood Connection National Competition in San Diego.
Blake, who hails from Kingsville but trains with the competitive Windsor Barre dance team, has made great strides in what is now his third year of dance.
It’s his first year on the elite team and he recently won the regional Icon trophy in Novi, Michigan, which prompted him to strive for greater heights and attend the nationals.
He was sent some challenging choreography before attending and according to his mom, he worked tirelessly at getting all of the steps right. He even gave up his spot on the Kingsville travel baseball team to concentrate on his dancing.
Blake’s strong discipline is in tap, but he also performs jazz, ballet, contemporary and hip hop.
He credits his coaches at the Windsor club for helping him excel.
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Whether you’re helping to bring our beautiful courtyard to life by planting flowers, enjoying Friday afternoon BBQs, or joining friends for a classic car show, there’s always something happening—and someone to share it with. Our ever-changing event calendar ensures every day is filled with connection, creativity, and a little summer magic.
Come discover the warmth of summer, and the joy of community, at Seacliff Manor Retirement Residence.
Blake with his Icon Trophy
Blake Lyons Armstrong on stage performing his tap routine. Photos submitted
opinion ~ expression ~ and other musings
Whatcha gonna do, brother?
The death of Hulk Hogan last week brought the professional wrestling industry together in a way seldom seen when an icon passes away. Although rumour had been circulating for some time that his health was failing, reports from his closest friends said it wasn’t true. Then he was gone.
If you’re not a fan of pro wrestling, it’s likely no more than a blip on your radar, but Hogan was the guy who resurrected the industry in the 1980s and made it the multi-billion dollar entity it is today. He revolutionized the way fans looked at the spectacle that is professional wrestling and brought millions of fans — most notably children —
into the glamour, glitz and excitement of the sport.
Now, I say the word sport with a little bit of tongue-in-cheek because we all now know that wrestling matches are as much entertainment as they are sport.
There was a time when that wasn’t necessarily the case.
When I was a kid, wrestling shows made their way around the towns, performing in smoky, sweaty arenas one night and moving onto another town the next night. The wrestlers stayed in the cheapest motel they could find and often slept several to a room to save money. And yes, there were big shows at big arenas in big cities back then too. Wrestlers who were on the road
were often called to the big city closest to them to take on a big name at places like Madison Square Garden or Cobo Hall.
Names like Dick the Bruiser, The Crusher, Baron Von Raschke and Bobo Brazil were regular visitors to these small towns, including Leamington, who held two or three events a summer at the old arena.
If you were lucky in those days, your town’s show included an appearance by one of the big men, like Haystacks Calhoun, Happy Humphrey and sometimes even Andre the Giant.
Your town’s show likely also included a wrestling bear or a boxing kangaroo, always popular in those days but would likely draw a lot of criticism now.
1934 Plymouth coupe a family treasure THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE
Mark Charlton of Kemptville writes: “Our 1934 Plymouth coupe has been in our family since 1935. My grandfather bought it in Winnipeg while stationed at the RCAF base, then transferred to Ottawa in 1937. In 1940 he was transferred to Trenton and they settled in Belleville.
In 1955, my grandfather died and my father inherited the car in 1956. A year later, he married Mom and it became our family car until 1961, when my brother and I outgrew the rumble seat. Dad took it off the road in 1966 and stored it around town until 1989, when restoration began.
Today, the “Old Car” is as factory fresh as possible from the rumble seat
to the chicken wire antenna for the radio, the deluxe version for 1934 with a Windsor factory price of $845. The flathead six cranks out 77 horsepower. Mark says this car has “a wealth of family memories, espe-
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cially riding in the rumble seat to enjoy the open road of a much simpler time.”
holding hands across the hood of their restored 1934 Plymouth coupe. Note 1934 license plate as well.
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One of my fondest memories I’ve spoken about in this column before was when Terrible Ted, the wrestling bear, came to Leamington and his trainer issued a challenge to anyone who’d last five minutes in the ring with him. A teenage Mike Dibbley, who was about as tall as the bear, stepped into the ring that night and grappled with the big bad bruin. It’s a legend that gets better every time the story is told.
So wrestling wasn’t all glamourous back then. It was good guys versus bad guys and the bad guys always wore black. Quite often the good guys wore white so there was no confusion as to who you were to boo.
And people ate it up. Grown adults in the front row almost coming to blows with some of the bad guys. Old grandma in the corner smacking them with her cane. You can’t make this up.
In the late 1970s, a youngster out of Florida named Terry Bollea came up through the ranks and somebody somewhere had a thought that he might be wrestling’s answer to sagging attendance.
That somebody was Vince McMahon Sr., who
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saw Bollea’s massive size and renamed him Hulk Hogan. But it was Vince McMahon Jr. who took the ball and ran with it once he took over his father’s company.
Mark
Ribble
On January 23, 1984, the push for Hulk Hogan culminated in his first championship, where he defeated the champion Iron Sheik by becoming the first and only wrestler to escape the dreaded camel clutch and win the title.
Wrestling changed forever that night. Suddenly Hulkamania was running wild across the world and there was no stopping it.
Throw in some great marketing and a very charismatic Hogan and wrestling was saved.
Hogan’s recent political views and questionable life decisions tarnished that glow, but in the end, he was the guy who put professional wrestling back on the map.
As a casual fan, I’m always intrigued by those who soar to greater heights in that business. Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Stone Cold Steve Austin and the late Macho Man Randy Savage come to mind for taking wrestling to a higher level.
The stars of today are
there, but nobody stands out like those ones did. And maybe it’s because I’m getting older and have less time for the theatrics and just want to watch them beat each other up. And knowing now what I didn’t know as a kid, that they strive to protect each other in the ring, while making it look like they hate each other. It was much more fun when you thought Baron Von Raschke was really applying the claw hold to the head of Bobo Brazil and that he really was a Nazi war hero. But now we know that his real name is Jim Raschke ,who was born in Omaha, Nebraska. And he’s still alive and makes appearances to this day.
He’s not Hulk Hogan, but in my childhood, there weren’t many villains more “villainy” than the Baron.
Hogan eventually became a villain too, but most fans will remember him as the Hulkster — all dressed in red and gold, waving that American flag and ripping off his shirt in the ring.
And that’s the way it should be.
A treat talking radio with Locke
Well, I must say I was truly surprised to meet a legendary DJ and music programmer over a week ago on an evening at the Leamington Library.
Tom Locke, who has written several books on the radio music industry, was also a very well-known DJ and programmer. Over a 40 plus-year period, Locke also worked at several radio stations across Canada and the United States.
The incredible thing about Locke is just how many lives he’s lived in the world of broadcasting. From the west coast to the east coast and everything in-between, Tom has seen, done and heard it all. It was a wonderful evening as he shared several of his experiences of his time in radio. Many of those reminded me of the wonderful times I had in the 22 years I worked at CHYR before retiring from radio. Whether it be in Vancouver, the prairies or for someone like me having grown up north of the Toronto area in the town of Richmond Hill in the 1960s
and ’70s, I had the pleasure of listening to one of the greatest top 40 radio stations in Canada and the United States. From the late 1950s right through until I moved to Leamington in mid-September of 1977, it was 1050 Chum.
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with Chuck Reynolds
No matter how many great radio stations there were in Canada, 1050 Chum Radio was one of the best ones of all time.
Also, its FM radio signal of 104.5 had a huge listenership that was centrally based in the heart of downtown Toronto and spread out to urban areas including Richmond Hill, Aurora, Newmarket, Oshawa and Hamilton.
A week before I moved to Leamington in September of 1977, I had the opportunity to sit in the studio at 1050 Chum for a couple of evenings watching and chatting with DJ Scott Carpenter during his show. He gave me plenty of radio broadcasting advice, which I found very useful when I arrived in Leamington.
One thing I found very
impressive about Tom Locke’s informative presentation at the Leamington Library was the incredible amount of information that he shared with us. It was an evening I won’t forget. Tom Locke’s book, “Moments in Time 2.0”, is filled with many radio gems. It featured many important sources, including Fred Bronson’s “The Billboard of Number One Hits”, Dick Clark and Richard Robinson’s “Rock, Roll & Remember”, and Joel Whitburn’s “Top Pop Singles 1955-1999”. The only other radio person who I can think of that has impressed me even more, and shared his programming information and knowledge with me, was the legendary Robert J. Wood when I worked with him at CHYR during the time of changing its format from top 40 to contemporary country music. What a lucky man I was.
Mom and Dad
Annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards in Leamington
Leamington council held their 2025 Mayor’s Recognition Awards ceremony on Tuesday, July 22 at council chambers, with seven awards being presented to area residents who have made a difference in Leamington through various means.
The awards program celebrates individuals, groups and organizations that have brought distinction, honour and pride to the Leamington community.
“These awards are a celebration of the people who help shape our
community for the better,” said Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “Whether through acts of service, leadership or quiet kindness, each recipient has made a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It’s truly an honour to celebrate their contributions and stories.”
The first award of the night went to one of Leamington’s most dedicated young volunteers in Lily Steinhoff, who took home the Outstanding Youth Award. Lily is an exceptional young leader and passionate
advocate for the Tourette Syndrome community. As a trained Youth Ambassador and Rising Leader with the Tourette Association of America, she has advocated for increased funding by meeting with senators and representatives. She also volunteers with people of all ages, served on the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee in 2023, and was highly engaged in school through her participation in the student council, track and competitive gymnastics.
Next up was the Dis-
tinguished Voluntary Service Award, which was presented to Kevin Gale. As President of the Leamington Minor Baseball Association for the past decade, Kevin has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of baseball in Leamington. Under his leadership, the association has become a model for Minor Baseball in Southwestern Ontario, with several players advancing to collegiate and semi-professional levels. Kevin and his family have remained deeply committed, investing both their
time and resources, including the establishment of a baseball training facility in uptown Leamington.
The Community Inspiration Award was presented to Warren Dunford, a true ambassador for Leamington, dedicating countless hours over the years to organizations such as Minor Hockey, Minor Baseball and
the Sun Parlour Curling Club. Known for doing the behind-the-scenes heavy lifting, Warren brings heart and humour to everything he does, including the beloved, ever-changing messages he posts on the Leamington Curling Club sign, bringing smiles to passersby.
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The 2025 Mayor’s Recognition Award recipients, from left, Lyla Kivell, Callahan Kivell, Kevin Gale, Lily Steinhoff, Jerry Ribble, Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Mark Ribble, Warren Dunford, Martin Girash, Carol Bell (for Lorraine Gibson). Municipality of Leamington photo
MONDAY
MUSIC IN THE PEACE GARDEN
This summer, the Leamington United Mennonite Church (LUMC) is hosting outdoor concerts on Monday nights in July and August. The concerts take place at the Peace Garden in front of the church and there is no admission cost. In this photo, The Baileys performed on July 21. According to LUMC Caring Hub’s Linda Tiessen, it is a way to reach out into the community with an invitation to enjoy the diverse musical group in an outdoor venue.The concerts include all flavours of music including folk, gospel, country and light classical. Concerts begin at 6:30 pm. Bring a lawnchair.
Photo courtesy of Hugo Tiessen
Lost Arts Festival August 10
The John R. Park Homestead will host its Lost Arts Festival on Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The event provides visitors with an opportunity to meet local artists and artisans with unique talents and see them crafting their incredible works.
Kids can try their hand at the Imagination Stations and enjoy old-fashioned toys and games.
See demonstrations
around the early settler farm, including blacksmithing, woodcarving, black powder, spinning, weaving and more.
Enjoy special encampments and demonstrations from Fort Malden National Historic Site and from Lac Ste Claire Voyageurs reenactment group.
Watch as the Homestead’s resident blacksmith turns raw iron into detailed pieces.
Tour the newly restored home of John and Amelia Park following its once-in-a-lifetime restoration.
Lunch and maple cotton candy will be available for purchase. For ticket information, visit essexregionconservation.ca/lost-arts. Tickets will also be available at the door.
John R. Park Homestead is located at 915 County Road 50 East.
Kingsville Friendly Club President Jean Kuipers welcomed 40 out to play cards at the Lions Hall on Tuesday, July 22.
Bridge: Shirley Morel 4940, Alta Van Vliet 3690, Gillian Pinkney 3590. Euchre: Willy Fittler 92, John Gerhardt 89, Liz Taillieu 83. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 5. Cribbage: Sue Girardin 584, Stuart Wheelton 550, Marie Geeves 528. Pepper: Mandy Hric 270, Winnie Moore 256, Carrie Schultz 255. Most peppers: Winnie Moore 10.
Kingsville Friendly Club Community Calendar
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
VILLAGE PANTRY 3RD ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ~ with Hot Dog BBQ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 50/50 raffle draw and new program announcement. 108 Talbot Rd. E. Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit www.villageresourcecentre.ca This location is wheelchair accessible.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP ~ Coming in the Fall to The Village Resource Centre - Orientation & Registration Event ~ 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit www.villageresourcecentre.ca This location is wheelchair accessible.
THURSDAY, JULY 31
LIVE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE WITH COMPASS ROSE, 7:00 pm - Mettawas Park, 103 Park St., Kingsville.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7
LIVE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE WITH DAVE WILSON, 7:00 pm at Mettawas Park, 103 Park St., Kingsville.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8
KINGSVILLE MOVIES IN THE PARK – 9:30 pm Up at Lakeside Park.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13
ESSEX COUNTY FIELD NATURALISTS CLUB FREE MOVIE NIGHT at 7:00 pm, Ojibway Nature Centre, 5200 Matchette Rd. Butterflies on the Brink: The Story of the Mottled Duskywing is a triumphant documentary of a group's quest to secure the future of an endangered butterfly. Movie is free and open to the public.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16
LEAMINGTON ROTARY CLUB FOOD DRIVE to support the local Salvation Army Food Bank & Leamington Hope Centre Food Pantry. 9:00 am3:00 pm - Drop off donations of canned and dry food goods at Hope Centre parking lot entrance, 58 Erie St. South, Leamington.
There were 59 out to play cards on Friday, July 25, welcoming Trina Delcourt, Christine Ringuette and Rachelle Reynolds.
Bridge: Gillian Pinkney 3880, Kim Hamm 3840, Corinne Ingals 3790. Euchre: Willie Fittler 99, Ken Bachmeier 88, Dave Patterson, Cathy Dewhurst and Fred Sleiman 87. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 6. Pepper: Ted Gaffan 251, Rick Wynants 233, Brenda Anger 230. Most peppers: Maggie Hansen 6.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16
KINGSVILLE BLOCK PARTY - 5:00 - 10:00 pm - Country Night, ride a mechanical bull, music by Stompbox Wishey and BB Anne, King St. & Chestnut St.
ONGOING
ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www. alanonwindsoressex.com
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.
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.
GENTLE EXERCISE at 10:00 am, Wednesdays and Fridays, at Ruthven United Church, 1907 Queen Blvd. No Fee. Registration Required. kingsvillecentre.com.
THE VILLAGE RESOURCE CENTRE WEEKLY EVENTS - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. "Light The Way" Nar-Anon Family Group Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Chair Yoga Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. $10. "Wheatley Warriors" Narcotics Anonymous Group Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit www. villageresourcecentre.ca. Wheelchair accessible.
ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING at 6:30 pm every other Wednesday at Leamington Library, 1 John St. Free to attend. Develop Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Next meeting dates are July 30, Aug. 13 & 27, Sept. 10 & 24. More info: email ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com, Facebook Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.
STEP-IT-UP 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.
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.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: STEP-IT-UP INDOOR POWER WALKING, Mondays at 9:15 am, at Grovedale, 103 Park St., Kingsville. No Fee. Registration required. kingsvillecentre.com
COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-3407233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: TAI CHI, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays. Various locations, no fee, registration required. kingsvillecentre.com
COMMUNITY ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYSappointments preferred, walk-ins are welcome 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Call 519-326-3111 to book your appointment. All are welcome! Free! St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Donated gently used clothing for men, women and children of all ages.
HURON FARMWORKERS MINISTRY takes place Thursday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Workers can access a simple meal, clothing, food items, spiritual care and employment/immigration information. The program is in need of used or new bicycles to assist workers with transportation. Contact Deacon Deborah Wilson-Safa at 519-326-3111.
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
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.
WHEATLEY BAPTIST CHURCH - 47 Talbot St. E. Everyone is welcome to come worship with us. Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Bible study Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. Adult fellowship Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. For more info call 519-825-7433.
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The annual Sturgeon Woods Campground Christmas in July food drive program concluded last week with hundreds of items being donated by campers, staff and customers, and then dropped off at the St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank at St. Michael’s Church in Leamington. Here, Sturgeon Woods employee Shelley Lane, left, displays one of two carloads of non-perishables donated, while food bank volunteer Gary Bondy accepts the donation. Photo submitted
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MAYOR’S AWARDS
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The first Mayor’s Special Award of the evening went to Mark Ribble and Jerry Ribble. The uncle-nephew team spearheaded the town’s Hometown Heroes banner project in 2019 and still oversee it today. Thanks to their leadership and community engagement, personalized banners featuring local veterans, including names, service eras, branches, ranks and photos, are proudly displayed throughout uptown Leamington each fall.
The second Mayor’s Special Award of the evening, given posthumously, was to the late Lorraine Gibson and presented to her sister Carol Bell. Born and raised in Montreal, Lorraine brought a lifetime of compassion and community service to Leamington after settling here later in life. A dedicated advocate for guest workers, her work with the Migrant Worker Community Program and the South Essex Community Council (SECC) left a lasting impact on countless lives. While raising three children, Lorraine earned her law degree, demonstrating both determination and a deep commitment to justice. She was also an active member of Toastmasters and had a long-standing history of service with the Canadian Red Cross. In 2019, she received SECC’s Volunteer Change Maker Award in recognition of her tireless efforts and commitment to those most in need.
“These awards are a celebration of the people who help shape our community for the better.”
The Mayor’s Special Award for Heroism was awarded, fittingly, to two recent heroes. Callahan and Lyla Kivell sprung into action on July 8 to save a struggling boater, with Lyla manning the phone and Callahan manning the lifejackets. Their quick thinking helped a fellow human being in distress and the story was outlined on the front page of the Southpoint Sun the following week. The pair of teens received a standing ovation from all who were in attendance. Callahan and Lyla’s actions are a powerful reminder of the impact of preparedness, community spirit and true heroism.
— Mayor Hilda MacDonald
Last but not least, the Ontario Senior of the Year Award was presented to Leamington’s own Dr. Martin Girash, a respected leader whose lifelong contributions to healthcare, education and community service have left a lasting impact. From serving as President and CEO of Windsor Regional Hospital to Chair of the Erie St. Clair LHIN and the University of Windsor’s Board of Governors, Martin has dedicated himself to public service. More recently, he served on Leamington’s Seniors’ Advisory Committee, including as Chair. Martin continues to show that retirement is no barrier to making a meaningful difference in the community.
Ashley Lynn Experience at Two Creeks Aug. 3
Hold on to your hats when the Ashley Lynn Experience hits the Two Creeks stage on Sunday, August 3 at 6 p.m. Ashley and the band seamlessly weave their way through every genre of music and their high energy entertainment will take your breath away.
Admission is free, but the hat is passed to help offset costs. Food and drinks are
available from the Scouts. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket.
In the event of rain, the concert will take place in the pavilion.
Two Creeks Conservation Area is on Kent Road 1, a kilometre north of Wheatley.
For the full summer lineup, check out twocreeks.ca.
A packed hill and a busy dance floor were on display as the Summer Concert Series at Two Creeks hit the halfway mark with the powerful vocals of Vox Vinyl. Pictured singing hits from female artists of the counterculture era are Carol Kerr on the keyboard, Christine Chemello in purple, and Rochelle Day on the far right. SUN photo by Paul Forman
VOX VINYL LIGHTS UP TWO CREEKS
Adarsh Nanda
With great sadness, we share the passing of our beloved mom Adarsh Nanda on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the age of 92.
Adarsh was born on October 18, 1932 in Lahore, India. She was an amazing woman and a true trailblazer. She obtained multiple degrees from various Indian Universities. In 1965, she was one of 10 people across India who won a Fulbright Scholarship to travel to the U.S. as a Teacher Educator to study Audio Visual Aids.
Before immigrating to Canada in 1969, Adarsh taught adults at a teacher college in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. In Canada, she impacted many children as an elementary school teacher in Kingsville. She called Guelph her home for the past 16 years.
Adarsh’s intelligence, strength, determination and curiosity is her legacy to her children and grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Wall-Custance Funeral Home at 206 Norfolk Street, Guelph. Reception to follow.
Flowers and condolences may be sent to the funeral home or donations made to a local hospital in lieu of flowers. You may join virtually by clicking below: https://youtube.com/live/FUKRRcJmbnk?feature=share
AnnieLaurie Terron
October 1, 1956 – July 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of AnnieLaurie Terron (nee Latimer) on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the age of 68 years, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 1, 1956 in St. Clair Shores, Michigan. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Annie Latimer. Beloved wife and best friend of Tom for 48 years. Cherished and devoted mother of Elizabeth (Mike) and Charlie (Vicky), loving grandmother of Alekzander and Aiden. Dear sister of Rob Latimer (Lerryn) of Sunrise, Florida, sister-in-law of Gerry Terron of Nevada, Brad Fox of Leamington (predeceased by Kathy) and loving aunt of Mary and Mike Fox of Leamington, Suzie Tapling (Doug) of Deerfield, Jamie Latimer of Eustis, Florida, and niece of Vi Clarkson of Utica, Michigan (predeceased by Bill). She will be missed by her Border Collie Angus, who was always at her side, and by her many friends and extended family.
Laurie was a strong and courageous woman. She faced her chronic illness with determination and resilience, and she fought hard. She never complained and always carried a positive attitude, no matter what she was faced with throughout her life. Laurie will be remembered for her unconditional love, her beautiful smile, and her laugh will never be forgotten.
We would like to say thank you to the many people who cared for Laurie over the last couple of years: the Windsor Cancer Centre, VON nurses, nurse practitioner Olga, and the amazing doctors and nurses at Erie Shores HealthCare during her last few days.
Arrangements entrusted to Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington(519-326-2631). Cremation has taken place as per Laurie’s wishes, and a celebration of life will take place at a later date.
In honour of Laurie’s wishes, donations can be made to the Toronto Sick Kids Hospital in lieu of flowers.
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
2025 Essex County Plowing Match this weekend
The Essex County Plowmen’s Association is hosting their annual Plowing Match on Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Reaume Farms, 5609 Comber Side Road, Comber.
judged on their plowing abilities, knowledge of the agricultural industry, public speaking and an interview with a panel of judges.
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The Rotary Club of Essex will also be on site providing breakfast and lunch for purchase.
This free event will feature the plowing competition with many local competitors and competitors from across Southwestern Ontario. Small plows to large plows and antique to rollover type plows will all be present to spark your interest.
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Representing Essex County as the 2025 Queen of the Furrow is Danielle Gagnon. Danielle looks forward to meeting many people and showcasing her plowing skills at the plowing match.
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Another popular feature will include the Queen of the Furrow Competition. This leadership program is for young women ages 1825 who will demonstrate and be
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Thank you.
Other features of the show will include a Kids Zone and garden tractor plowing for children to try their hand at the sport. There will be many agricultural displays, demos and a covered farm wagon for riding on to check out all the action across the field.
An Awards Dinner will be held at 5 p.m. that evening at Visitation Church, located beside the match site.
Plowing accomplishments will be celebrated, sponsors recognized and scholarships will be awarded to three deserving students. All are welcome to enjoy a great homestyle meal.
There will be tickets available at the match for the dinner or you can reserve your spot in advance by contacting Murray McLeod at 519890-4765.
Nemesis to perform August 9 at Seacliff
The next performance in the Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series will feature the high energy sounds of Nemesis on Saturday, August 9 at Leamington’s Sunset Amphitheatre in Seacliff Park. Taking the stage at 8:30 p.m., Nemesis is a dynamic horn-driven cover band made up of talented musicians from both Mich-
igan and Southwestern Ontario. Known for their genre-spanning set lists, Nemesis covers everything from classic icons like Chicago, Tina Turner and Steely Dan, to modern hits by Michael Bublé, Little Big Town and Lady Gaga – delivering a performance that appeals to audiences of all ages.
The evening kicks off at
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7:30 p.m. with local talent
Justin Jewell, who will set the tone with a soulful opening set. These concerts are free, family-friendly, and require no tickets. Everyone is welcome.
Refreshments will be available for purchase at the Kinsmen Kanteen, and a variety of local food trucks will also be on-site
OGVG wins marketing awards
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG), North America’s largest producer of greenhouse-grown produce, was recently presented two Gold Digital Advertising Awards for the Fall Freshness Campaign and the Grocery Giveaway by Greenhouse Goodness.
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inspiration, promoting a healthy lifestyle, educational resources about commodities and the science behind their cultivation and fostering a sense of community centered around healthy, flavourful eating.
Thank you.
The awards won are part of a multi-level campaign highlighting the sector’s commitment to sustainable growing habits and healthy lifestyles. The two campaigns prove to be a winning recipe.
OGVG worked with Douglas Marketing Group (DMG) to develop the strategy being rolled out across the Atlantic United States that includes social media influencers, online advertising and educational resources.
The Fall Freshness Campaign was an extension of the Greenhouse Goodness campaign which recognizes the many benefits of greenhouse-grown produce being available year-round. The focus on recipes surrounding warm, cozy, fall-based meals has now turned into a model used for every season. The goal was to connect with consumers by having them visit these seasonal landing pages for recipe
The Grocery Giveaway by Greenhouse Goodness was a fully integrated approach brought to life by social media influencers.
The campaign focused
on the many benefits of greenhouse cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers, while highlighting easy recipes and a chance to win a prize pack, including a grocery store gift card, encouraging consumers to make Greenhouse Goodness part of their life.
“These campaigns have amplified our mission and vision of promoting the many benefits
offering delicious options throughout the evening. LT-Go on-demand transit service has been extended to 11 p.m. on concert nights. Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series are brought to you by the Municipality of Leamington in partnership with The Bank Theatre.
of greenhouse-grown produce and providing consumers with the educational resources they need to live a healthier lifestyle with the help of Greenhouse Goodness. We are dedicated to continuing these efforts while reinforcing our position as a leader in agriculture,” said Richard Lee, Executive Director of OGVG, when speaking about the initiative.
From left to right: Tony Coppola, OGVG Marketing Committee Chair, Rachel Boucher, OGVG Manager: Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, and Richard Lee, OGVG Executive Director with the Digital Advertising Awards Certificates. Photo submitted
Despite some intermittent
Monday, August 4 due to the Civic Holiday
Deadline for ads will be Thursday, July 31st at 12 noon for the August 6th issue
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raindrops, the Windsor Symphony Orchestra entertained about 1,000 music fans at Seacliff Park on Saturday, July 26. Under the leadership of Maestro Geoffrey Larson, the orchestra’s full complement started the evening with a rousing rendition of O Canada, setting the tone for some great classical selection from Strauss, Tchaikovsky and Rodgers and Hart. The free event was part of the symphony’s Summer Concert Series. SUN photos by Mark Ribble
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A bull rider goes for a spill during Saturday’s show. Local barrel racer Caitlinne Ribble.
Paige McPhedran, 6, enjoys a pony ride with Sarah Parks of Sarah Parks Horsemanship. Deanna Bertrand photos
Point Pelee’s hidden gem Camp Henry: Its beginnings
This is part one of a three-part series By
C. Scott Holland
Anyone who has visited Point Pelee National Park or lives in the Leamington area will recall having spent time at the park’s Camp Henry or might have seen it. Its history and founding is as fascinating as Point Pelee itself. Much of this story owes its birth to the the late Eugene Barna, whose time, energy and soul went into preserving this Point Pelee landmark.
Without the initial hard work by two Leamington men, Camp Henry would not have been created.
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Joseph Mount Henry (b. 1867, d. 1943) and his wife Mary lived on Seacliff Drive West (Seacliff Village) about 2/3 of a kilometre west of Seacliff Park. That farm would eventually run all the way to Queen of Peace School. They acquired a piece of property within Point Pelee’s confines from Bob Lethwaite.
Its legal description was 1/4 of Lot 14 in Registered Plan 397 consisting of two acres more or less. The Henrys decided to raise chickens on it, but because of hawks and eagles, the number of chickens dwindled, and the Henrys gave up on this idea.
A young Wendell Cook was a member of a Leamington Scout Troop, which existed from 1921 to 1926, and helped out in his father’s hardware store.
When his father passed away, Wendell took over ownership of the store in partnership with Jack Brooker, who urged him to join a service club.
He joined the local Lions Club and saw the need for a Scout Troop in the community. After running an ad in the paper, he garnered enough boys to form the 2nd Leamington Scout Troop.
At the same time, the Lions Club needed a project and Wendell convinced them to sponsor Scouting. In March 1932 the Lions Club received their charter for work in Leamington Scouting.
Joe Henry, a customer at the hardware store, offered his Point Pelee site as a Scout camp. Under Wendell, a group of Scouts camped there in tents. Following that, discussions were held about creating a permanent building. Enter Newt James, a park resident, who joined in and a plan was formulated. Camp Henry was born.
However, a sponsor organization was
needed for the project.
Joe Henry had concerns about the stability of the local Lions Club and approached the Masonic Temple, which accepted the project.
On February 6, 1937, a group of Masons formed the Serv-U-Club with Cecil Brown as secretary-treasurer, Lean Easton, John Irwin, Newton James, WJ Marriot, Harrison Peterson, George Reh, and Harry Young plus Joe Henry, who was not a club member.
They began raising funds via raffle tickets on items like turkeys. They decided that it was best if a non-profit corporation was formed to hold title to the property and named it the Henry Community Camp Inc.
Any member of the public who donated $2,000 or more became a shareholder. The letters patent incorporating the Henry Community Camp Inc. were signed on August 9, 1938 by Provincial Secretary Harry Cowan Nixon.
Members listed in this document were Phillip H. Fader, Newton Carlton James, George R. Parsons, Gordon Bloomfield, Lloyd Bowman, W. Wendell Cook, Joseph M. Henry, Earl Hartwick, Jack Brown, Clare Wilkinson, Francis Curtis, Harold Robinson, George Jackson, Ben Wilson and Clarence Moore. The corporation’s lawyer was Harold Wilson, and Fred Guyitt would become their longtime secretary-treasurer.
The deed transferring ownership of the property from Joseph and Mary Henry to the Henry Community Camp. Inc. was registered on December 9, 1940.
The original building had a dormitory with bunks along the sides and tables down the centre, plus a kitchen and a small room with two double bunks for the cooks. The date of the original dining hall is unknown, but is believed to have been erected between 1936 and 1939.
Some aspects of its early years are undetermined.
Did it have hydro when it opened or did it come later?
Did the kitchen have a hand pump for water?
And did it have washrooms or an outhouse?
When did the local C.G.I.T. donate the electric stove?
When were the four bunkhouses (from Wallaceburg) donated by the HJ Heinz Co.?
Were any of the four bunkhouses converted to “his and hers” washrooms?
The cement block cabins were built between 1944 and 1950. The blocks were donated by Wilfred Spinks.
None of the buildings were insulated so the camp operated between April and October every year.
Cub leaders Rod Brown and Verna Coyle took the 1st Leamington Cub Pack to the camp shortly after it opened. The 2nd Leamington Cubs under Bob Marshall also used the camp in those early years.
The camp served another purpose as well.
Josephine Tilden and Faye (nee Noble) Klassen used it for the Point Pelee School Christmas concerts since the one-room schoolhouse could not accommodate the large number of children and parents.
the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentified family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.
Clippings from the Wheatley Journal
Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives
Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection
The summer of 1985 will go down in history as the one that was not visited by severe thunder and rain storms every weekend, as has been the case for the past several years. Instead the weather has been most co-operative and the result is that local campgrounds and beaches have been busier than they have been in many years. Miss Shelley Selwood, right, of the Wheatley Provincial Park staff, pauses for a chat with two park visitors on Sunday afternoon. They are David Trousdale of Windsor and Susanne Chauvan of Stoney Point. In the background can be seen some of the hundreds of visitors to this popular stretch of shoreline.
The old Kingsville Town Hall, 1907. This building was located where the present Kingsville Post Office now stands on Division North.
Aug. 1991 - The winners of the Funk Seeds perfect attendance draw for detasseling corn were: (l-r) Kevin Cauchi, Scott Hillier, Bill Brando, Tina Simard, Jill Shura and Mary Ellen Kellington. Prize money won by the six totalled $1148.
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HL TIESSEN FOUNDATION GOLF RAISES $117,000
The annual charity golf tournament hosted by HL Tiessen Foundation on June 11 at Kingsville Golf and Country Club raised a total of $117,000 for four local charitable organizations. On Monday, July 21, those four charities received their $29,500 cheques. The charities include The Bridge Youth Resource Centre, Erie Shores Health Foundation, Southwestern Ontario Gleaners and UMEI Christian High School. In the back row, from left, are Hugo Tiessen (HL Tiessen Foundation), Greg Tiessen (HL Tiessen Foundation), Glenn Sellick (HL Tiessen Foundation), Kevin Greenwood (HL Tiessen Foundation), Madison Stoyanovich (Erie Shores Health Foundation), Krista Rempel (The Bridge) and Joel Epp (Southwestern Ontario Gleaners). In the front row are Liz Campbell (HL Tiessen Foundation), Anne Dirksen-Cairoli (HL Tiessen Foundation), Brienne Mastronardi (Erie Shores Health Foundation), Linda Tiessen (Chair of the HL Tiessen Foundation), Chani Wiens (UMEI). SUN photo
Rotary holding food drive August 16
Wheatley Legion news
Wheatley residents are urged to sign an online petition for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent to approve Wheatley Legion’s CIP (Community Approvement Plan) application for the waiver of Building and Planning Fees to help expedite the process and get the Legion building project off on the right foot.
Petitions can be accessed by visiting the Wheatley Legion Br. 324 Facebook Page and Tom Brown will have paper versions this week.
There were 15 players out for Friday Night Fun Darts on July 25.
Recording four wins were: Sylvie McConnell and Neil Handspiker; Jean Teylouni, Larry Evoy and Dan Bachmeier; Julie Reid and Jim McClellan. Three wins: Tracey Crabtree, Darryl Newman and Gord Crook; Bonnie Evoy and Ben Baltzer. Two wins: Virginia Bartelt, Tim Butt and Karl Bartelt. The only lady doubler was Sylvie.
Next Fun Darts Night is Friday, July 18 at Kingsville Legion. Sign-up is at 7 p.m. and play begins at 7:15.
The Meat Draw winners on July 26 were Mark Howe (2), Darlene Dundas, Carl McCracken, Brad Kirkpatrick, Bill Howe (2), Sherry Tilden, Scott Dresser, Chris Resendes and Karen Thomas. The Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 draw was won by Heather Church.
The Meat Draws continue every Saturday at Joe’s Bar. Tickets go on sale at 3 p.m. and the draws begin at 3:30.
Work continues in Wheatley
The Leamington Rotary Club is holding a major food drive to support the local Salvation Army Food Bank and Leamington Hope Centre Food Pantry on Saturday, August 16.
Residents are asked to drop off canned and dry food goods to the Leamington Community
Hope Centre (LDHC) at the parking lot entrance, 58 Erie Street South.
Rotarians and LCHC staff will receive donations between 9 am
and 3 pm.
The Rotary Feeds Leamington program is part of an initiative involving Rotary Clubs across the county.
Contractors are beginning work on the Chatham-Kent Library Wheatley Branch site to expose the potential water well and continue investigation. Once more information is known about the well, plans for remediation can begin.
Contractors were on site on July 28 with work starting on July 29.
Contractors and internal staff have been working on the operational plan, health and safety plan, as well as an emergency response plan. Temporary road closures may be required to move in equipment. Any longer-term closures will be communicated.
The province is also
committed to a coordinated approach with the landowner and the municipality to investigate a potential water well at the corner of Erie Street South and Chestnut Street. Increased activity at this site may be seen and timing for any potential work will be communicated.
Municipal staff and T.L. Watson & Associates held a virtual community update meeting Saturday, July 26 to answer any questions about the plans.
A meeting is planned for a similar in-person meeting at a later date at the Wheatley Resource Centre to provide any updates available.
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U11 WHITECAPS MAKE SEMI-FINAL IN TOURNAMENT
An eight-team tournament for U11 Girls Fastpitch was held in Leamington over the July 25-27 weekend, with teams from as far away as Enniskillen and Corunna taking part. The Leamington U11 Whitecaps fared well in the event, making it to the semi-final before dropping a last-inning heartbreaker to the Windsor Wildcats on Sunday morning. In the photo, Whitecaps slugger Emma Robinson slides into home plate during the semi-final game on the tail end of her inside-the-park grand slam, which put Leamington up 6-2 at the time. The Wildcats came back and won the game 9-8, before dropping the championship game to LaSalle Gold. The Whitecaps came up short to Enniskillen in the bronze medal game by a 12-11 score.
OUTDOOR BASEBALL TRAINING FOR LEAGUERS
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Kingsville U13 Select Knights capture gold at Waterloo tournament
The Kingsville Knights U13 Selects fastpitch team made program history
July 26, capturing their first-ever tournament title after going undefeated at the Waterloo Ghostball Classic.
Kingsville defeated Etobicoke Chaos 15-12 in a rain-delayed championship game that ended just before 10:30 p.m. Maya Carey earned the complete-game victory, overcoming the wet conditions.
Timely hitting, aggressive base running and sharp defensive play helped Kingsville fend off
a late-game rally by Etobicoke, sealing the win.
To advance to the final, the Knights notched convincing victories against the Waterloo Ghosts, Southwest London Scorpions and Niagara Falls Thundercats. Kingsville’s offence was dominant, scoring 52 runs and outscoring opponents by a combined margin of 35 over four tournament games.
Tournament MVP honours went to Ada McKeen, Lily Warkentin and Jasmine Charissè, who each provided critical offensive contributions and clutch
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Talbot Trail Seniors hit the links
By Bob McLean
On July 22 there were 46 members of the senior men’s league who completed their rounds at Talbot Trail Golf Club.
Mother Nature provided the players with a beautiful, warm day.
Mac Hyatt hit a terrific shot on #9 to win the CP.
Ray Foster drained a dazzling 15-foot putt on #2 to claim the LP.
Amazing! Ken Kreuger continued his brilliant play by scoring a masterful 37. Both Joe Drummond and Jim Pearson were nipping at Ken’s heels as they shot outstanding 38s. Dutchy and Paul Carioli were on fire as they came in with 40s. Terrific results of 41, 42 and 43 were produced by Fred Michano, Nasher and Fuzzy. Superb 44s were earned by Joe Vrtel, Bill Ward and Gary Hillier.
Here are some other praiseworthy results: Dave Clark 46; Randy Bradley, Trigger and OV 47s (members were pleased that Trigger
didn’t go for a swim at WRGC this year!); John Hall and Larry Schmidt 48s; John Almasi 49. There was a record number of seven nifty 50 scores: Mac Hyatt, Ray Foster, Neil Adamson, Dave Chambers, Tim Will, John Liddel and Ray Foster.
Almost 94-year-old Gerry Becigneul continues to inspire his fellow league members. Off the gold tees he fired a fantastic 47. The other gold tee players earned satisfying results. The silver tee SS winner was Andy Orsini who came in with an excellent 51 result. Tom Hyatt was close behind with a noteworthy 52.
A golfer said to a player in his foursome: “Come on! Go ahead and putt,
you’re not interrupting my conversation!”
A wise gentleman living in Wheatley once told me that he didn’t care what he shot. He said he was just happy to still be able to play the game. Just have fun!
Bridge scores
The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Bridge lessons are available. If interested, call 519-738-4939.
July 25: 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Derek Parry, 2nd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash, 3rd Moira Escott and Sue Duransky.
The Kingsville U13 Select Knights celebrate their tournament win on the weekend. From left are Mia Black, Shannon Moncur, Gemma Melo, Maddie Cardoso, Ella Fleming, Isabella Pallotto, Jasmine Charissè, Maya Carey, Ada McKeen, Emersyn Bradbury and Lily Warkentin.
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Kingsville White takes 15U house league Tier 1 title
Battling through the heat and tough competition, the Kingsville 15U boys showed incredible heart and determination
to take the Tier 1 house league championship on Sunday, July 27. After a tough loss to Leamington #3 on Sat-
urday, the Knights came roaring back in the semi-final Sunday – overcoming a 10-run deficit to force extra innings and clinch the
win. That set up a showdown in the finals against a strong Amherstburg team. With Kingsville Blue on
the sidelines cheering loud and proud, White dug deep and came out on top.
Colby Snoei stood out all weekend and earned MVP honours.
The Kingsville White 15U champs are, back row, from left, coaches Steve Toupin, Dan Friesen, Dennis Rogers and Matt Snoei. Players standing are Colby Snoei, Ethan Pereira, Landon Toupin, Crosby Rogers, Max Bluhm, Rocco Baillargeon. Kneeling are Evan Friesen, Bobby Colenutt and William Van Zetten.
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Big Boyz tourney this weekend
The Southwest Outdoors Club’s 20th Annual Big Boyz Fishing Tournament takes place over the upcoming holiday weekend, with lines in the water beginning Friday, August 1.
The tournament is based out of Wheatley Harbour with final weigh-ins taken up until 2 pm on Monday, August 4.
Cash prizes total $10,000 with top prizes for longest walleye and longest trout/salmon.
Tournament tickets are $30 per person and are available at Wheatley Harbour, Bowman Feeds and at the Comber Rona. Complete rules for the tournament are available at swoc.ca.
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Lukas Lalonde (right) won the 15U House League Championship on July 27. He is pictured with his dad Philippe Lalonde, his grandfather André Lalonde and his great-grandfather Philippe Lalonde (inset).
After a long season of hard work, things came together nicely for the Great Lakes Greenhouses 15U team out of
who won their wrap-up tournament on July 27 with a 13-7 win in the Tier 2 final, winning five
Erie Shores Senior Men’s League results
The Erie Shores senior men’s league enjoyed another fine day of golf on July 21.
The draw winners Gerhard Klassen and Norm Beattie.
Closest to the pin on #3 was Randy Bradley and on #16 Doug Brown.
The longest putt was on #5 by Ken Cobby and on #1 by Gary McRae.
The three low net winners were Bill Gerasim 61, Doug Quan 65 and Randy Morton 65.
The first-place team at 126 was Bob Sutherland, Joe Youssef, Wayne Quinn and Don Chalcraft. Second at 129 went to Cam McKay, Ron Tremblay, Fred Kassen and Tom Klassen. In third with 129, by retrogression, were Bill
Manery, Scott Maxwell, Ken Luxford and Brent Metz. Placing fourth at 130 were Matt Dick, Gary Alderson, Dino Venerus and Dave Wilkinson.
The low rounds for the day were by Bill Manery 77, and Bill Ruiter and Stefan Kowal 78.
Randy Morton birdied the first hole, Tom Klassen and Ken Segedin #2,
Dino Venerus #3, Matt Dick #5, #6, #14 and #16, Bill Manery #6 and #15, Kevin Joh #7, Brian Collins and Guy McIntyre #9, John Rutgers #9 and #16, Ron Tremblay #9, #4 and #17, Todd Townsend #10, Doug Quan #11, Stefan Kowal #12, Bill Gerasim #16 and Wayne Quinn #17.
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straight to take the gold. In the back row are
Lukas Lalonde, Luke Schmidt, Colby Unger, Colton Sarkis, Evan Braun, Josiah Martens, Alex Wiebe. In front are Assistant Coach John Sarkis, Josh Loewen, Carter Ryan, Logan Ryan, Head Coach Phil Lalonde. Lying in front is Kaedyn Bergen. Photo submitted