Sensory pad opens at Kingsville’s Lakeside Park
By Paul Forman
A collaboration between the Town of Kingsville and the Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore led to a formal ribbon cutting on October 11 for a new addition at Lakeside Park. With recent updates to the park, the municipality sought a partner for an additional amenity, specifically an accessible sensory pad that would promote physical, mental and social well-being.
have pillars in Rotary and this project hits upon those related to education, children and accessibility.”
When asked about the town’s motivation for the new pad, Manager of Parks and Recreation Courtney Godfrey said,
“When we replaced the park playground, we saw an opportunity and wanted to create a fun and unique new space for this area. It’s intergenerational and something that was really needed. Rotary was a fantastic collaborator on the project and we look
forward to future collaborations.”
Fun on the new sensory pad wasn’t the only thing going on at the opening as train rides, cornhole and free hot dogs were also provided by the Rotary Club.
On a closing note, Lebrun wanted to extend an invitation for the public to join them on October 24 at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre for a night of fun at their next fundraising endeavour titled Music Trivia Palooza, in partnership with the Kingsviille Music Society.
The Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore stepped up to the plate to be that partner and provided $15,000 in funding for the two concrete chess/checkers tables and the three interactive stencils – hopscotch, alphabet, buddy circle – that now take up a central position in the park.
“This project spoke to our members and we wanted to be a part of this,” said Club President Heather LeBrun. “We
Pictured in the middle are Kingsville Mayor Dennis Rogers and Deputy Mayor Kimberly DeYong, surrounded by members of the Kingsville Southshore Rotary Club, at the ribbon cutting for the new sensory pad at Lakeside Park.
Four-year-old Selena Salvati of Kingsville was one of the first to give it a go on the hopscotch board.
Visiting family for Thanksgiving, the Patterson family made their way to the new pad for a game of chess and checkers. Pictured in the foreground is Ed Patterson and his dad Duncan. In the back is mom Chloe Doesburg along with daughter Simea Patterson. SUN photos by Paul Forman
Migration Festival this weekend
The 56th Annual Kingsville Migration Festival takes place this
weekend with the en plein air artists getting a start on their Great Mi-
gration Paint-Out work on Thursday, October 16.
Friday will feature Migration Kick-Off with the Bigg Wiggle concert at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre.
The Migration Fest Parade will hit the streets on Saturday morning as fall-themed floats traverse the town streets starting on Wigle Ave., to Main Street and west to Division, ending at Lakeside Park.
At the park itself, there will be many activities for families to enjoy, from vendors, artisans, Migration Market, Birds of Prey, games and activities. The family activities run until about 4 pm.
Sunday will see the conclusion of the art competitions with awards at the Grovedale at 4 pm.
Out at Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary, things kick off Saturday and run both Saturday and Sunday from 10-6. A local brewery beer market will run Saturday on Ty Cobb Field from 12-6 and feature live music and food in addition to the beer.
For the kids, there will be a fish pond, games, activities and demonstrations.
New display coolers at Village Pantry
By Mark Ribble
Patrons at Wheatley’s Village Resource Centre will see a noticeable difference in how perishable items are displayed at the Village Pantry. That’s thanks to a couple of recent grants obtained by the Resource Centre and help from the Tilbury Rotary Club.
Two new display coolers and a display freezer now fill the wall of the pantry room, allowing customers to see the product. The new units replace the previous units which had stainless steel doors.
Services called a Human Services Individuals and Families in Need Grant.
The Village Pantry is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm and Saturdays 10-4. It’s been open to the public for about three years. They also have a seniors day, where shoppers 65+ can get a 15 per cent discount. Proceeds from the transactions at the pantry, along with donations from the public go to fund the family assistance program at the Wheatley Food Bank, where pre-approved families are allowed to come in and take what they need.
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Sunday will feature a pancake breakfast, a car show from 10-2 and Canadian Raptor Conservancy Shows at noon, 1 pm and 2 pm.
For more details, visit Kingsville.ca.
“It makes it a lot easier for people to see the product without having to hold the doors open,” says Resource Centre Executive Director Susan Fulmer.” “It keeps everything cold.”
Fulmer says grants were received from the Chatham-Kent Community Foundation and another from Chatham-Kent Employment and Social
In addition to the Village Pantry and Food Bank, the Resource Centre also offers community programs and space for meetings and small gatherings. Anyone wanting information on the programs, rentals and the pantry can call 226-484-1004 or visit their website at villageresourcecentre.ca.
Time running out for Remembrance Day wreaths
For organizations, families and schools wanting to lay a wreath at the 2025 Remembrance Day services in Leamington or Wheatley, time is running out.
In Leamington, you can contact Mark Ribble at 519-398-9098. In Wheatley you can contact Tom Brown at 519-890-6041. Please reach out before October 22 to ensure you have a wreath.
Susan Fulmer poses with the new display coolers at the Village Pantry inside the Village Resource Centre.
A birds of prey demonstration at the 2024 Migration Festival.
Bicycle Drive collects more than 25 bikes
Kingsville Community Centre, in partnership with The Bike Kitchen, successfully hosted a community bicycle drive on Wednesday, September 24, collecting more than 25 bicycles of all sizes and conditions. The donated bikes will be refurbished by Bike Kitchen volunteers and returned to community use through future giveaway events.
Earlier this year, the two organizations partnered on two successful bicycle giveaways. The first provided bikes to local farm workers to support their daily transportation needs, and the second offered free bicycles to local children.
“This event shows what can happen when organizations work together to meet real needs in our community,” said
Kimbelry DeYong, Executive Director of Kingsville Community Centre. “We’re proud to provide space and support that helps groups like The Bike Kitchen connect with residents and make a lasting difference.”
The Bike Kitchen, a volunteer-driven initiative, takes in used bicycles, refurbishes them, and redistributes them to people who need them most.
“Every bike we collect has the potential to become a safe, reliable mode of transportation for someone in our community,” said Ron Drouillard, Manager of The Bike Kitchen. “Thanks to the generosity of local resi-
dents, over 25 bikes will be given a second chance – and a new rider.”
Future bicycle giveaway events are planned for spring 2026, where refurbished bikes will be distributed free of charge to community members.
For more information about Kingsville Community Centre programs and upcoming events, visit kingsvillecentre.com. For more information about the Bike Kitchen, visit bikewindsoressex.com
Wheatley documentary underway
If you notice a camera crew or drone making their way around Wheatley, it’s local actor, producer and director Alex Petrovich filming B-roll for his new threepart documentary series titled “Wheatley: From Fish to Flame”.
Petrovich says that Bell Fibe TV has ordered three episodes that tell the story of Wheatley, from its beginnings as Pegtown to the resiliency shown after the August 2021 explosion.
“From Fish to Flame isn’t so much a reference to the explosion,” he explains. “It’s an homage to the flame that burns within the people of Wheatley — something I witness on a daily basis.”
Since Petrovich and his family moved here last year, he’s made friends with many Wheatley residents and sees the resilience and strength of his adopted community.
When aired, each episode will be a 15-minute documentary, with the first episode titled “From Pegtown to Wheatley Fishing” and the second episode titled “Fishing to Bootlegger of the Lake”. The third episode is yet unnamed but will cover the time from the explosion to the present.
“I don’t want to dwell on the explosion,” he says. “I want to showcase people.”
Currently he’s trying to line up interviews with locals who can help tell the story, including
trying to get his crew onto a fishing tug for a day to learn more about the day-to-day workings of the fishing industry. The documentary is in pre-production right now and filming should wrap up over the next few weeks.
If all goes well, it should air on Bell Fibe TV early next year.
ALEX PETROVICH
From left to right, Ron Drouilard, Layne van Loo and Kimberly DeYong with some donated bicycles. Photo submitted
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and Well-
ness on Erie Street South in Leamington. Tori Barraco, owner and registered physio-
therapist, spoke to those in attendance, along with Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Leamington Chamber of Commerce Manager Wendy
Parsons. Barraco Physiotherapy relocated last month from their former location on Talbot Street West. Tori Barraco has now
been in the business for 10 years and employees a staff of 14, specializing in physiotherapy, massage and chiropractic care.
They also have a Kings-
ville location. The Leamington location is at 185 Erie St. South. Visit their website at barracophysiotherapy. com for more information.
SECC launches Coats for Kids: collecting for month of October
South Essex Community Council (SECC) is once again helping local families stay warm this winter through its annual Coats for Kids campaign.
Until October 31, SECC is collecting new and gently used winter coats and accessories in all sizes, from infant to adult.
Community members are encouraged to drop off donations at the Leamington office (215 Talbot St. E.) Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday from 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or at the Kingsville office (21 Mill St. W, Unit B) Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Collected items will be distributed to individuals and families in need at SECC’s Leamington location during Coat Pick-Up Days, which will be Saturday, November 8, Sunday, November 9 and Monday, November 10 from 9 am to 3 pm.
All individuals requiring a coat must attend in person during pick-up hours. No appointment is necessary. Coats cannot be held or taken for others not present at the pick-up location.
For more information about Coats for Kids contact SECC at 519-326-8629.
Tori Barraco, centre, prepares to cut the ribbon to officially open the new home of Barraco Physiotherapy and Wellness on Erie Street South in Leamington. From left are Carol Guzman, Chloe Taouil, Frederico Colares, Vanessa Terpstra, Claire Phibbs, Wendy Parsons (Chamber manager), Tori Barraco, Mayor Hilda MacDonald, Danielle Sarkis, Kaitlyn Pinch, Kathy Bueckert, Emily Bunda, Izzie Miler, Mackenzie Goodison. SUN photo by Mark Ribble
Tori Barraco, right, gives a tour of the new location to Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald.
Local farm helps families with turkey dinner
By Mark Ribble
A local greenhouse operation helped 150 families in need enjoy a tasty Thanksgiving dinner this past weekend.
Sensei Farms on Mersea Road 11 gave away 150 turkeys with all of the trimmings on Thursday, October 9, with families pre-registering and picking up their Thanksgiving packages at the farm.
For those who could not get out, it was South Essex Community Council (SECC) to the rescue. They sent crews out delivering the packages to those who would not get to the farm.
Sensei Farms grows fresh leafy greens for the world market such as leaf lettuce, spinach and Romaine. They hope to make the program an an-
nual one to help the community.
If you noticed a Canadian Navy ship in Pigeon Bay on Thanksgiving Monday, it wasn’t there as part of any conflict or naval manoeuvres. The HMSC Margaret Brooke is a 103-metre patrol vessel
cruised the waters of Lake Erie with a considerable amount of time off Seacliff Beach. This photo was taken just before sunset. The ship is heading to Toronto, where it will spend this coming weekend. SUN photo
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Sensei Farms employees Mira Skaljac and Nelly Bautista Salacup help load the SECC bus for county delivery of turkeys and all the trimmings on Thursday, October 9. SUN photo by Mark Ribble
opinion ~ expression ~ and other musings
Is this the year of the bird? Ask those pesky Mariners RIB’S RAMBLINGS
How about those Tigers and Blue Jays?
Meaningful baseball for both teams in October means that sports fans across the universe will be singing hallelujah.
The green green grass of home field advantage helps those teams that need it, whether it’s the wide open spaces of centerfield or just being homeward bound, everyday people are happy about it.
When the boys of summer started playing they knew they’d have a number of seasons in the sun, but nobody expected both locally-supported teams to get this far.
That marathon game Friday was a heartbreaker for the Tigers, but don’t stop believing dear fans. This team is coming up and nobody’s gonna stop us now. The eye of the
tiger is what keeps fans coming back.
From a wonky September to thrilling playoff games in October, both of these teams came a long way, regardless of what happened. Some could say it’s time they took the long way home.
The Jays are in for a real battle with those Seattle Mariners, who came into Toronto and stole Games 1 and 2.
1951 Silver Anniversary Pontiac THE OLD
If you drive a Pontiac, you will love seeing this one at the Canadian Transportation Museum (519-776-6909) on the Arner Town Line near Essex.
This car was built 25 years after General Motors introduced the first Pontiac in 1926 as a companion car to the more expensive Oakland. The Pontiac became so popular, the Oakland was dropped after 1930 and Pontiac will celebrate its 100th birthday next year
in 2026. Look closely and you can see silver streaks along the hood, a unique styling feature that began with Pontiac in 1935 and continued right through to 1956. These streaks also appeared on the trunk lid and even from half a mile away, you could say:
“That’s a Pontiac!”
CAR DETECTIVE
Bill Sherk
The big sun visor over the windshield was a popular accessory in the 1950s when most cars back then
lacked air conditioning. Under the hood is a flathead six-cylinder engine feeding power through a three-speed transmission with gearshift mounted on the steering column. These cars were built in the GM plant in Oshawa and a four-door sedan cost about $2,300 with no sales tax!
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And as October’s sunny days give way to a little November rain, we turn our thoughts toward the winter wonderland that eventually awaits us.
The World Series will be at least half-cold, no matter who gets there.
The Dodgers are the only team remaining with a little warmth of the sun.
Everybody else is situated where we may have games that are cold as ice, and fingertips inside those baseball mitts
would be comfortably numb.
Mark Ribble
Of course, the Dodgers are larger than life, but they’ll have their hands full with the Brewers, where they make beer for my horses.
The climb of Canada’s team — the Blue Jays — cannot be under-appreciated by all of us Canucks, who want to ensure that in the end, there’s no party in the USA.
And if the series comes home to Canada, where it hasn’t been since 1993, I’ll be there before the next teardrop falls. They thought this might be the year of the cat, but maybe instead, it’s the year of the bird — and everybody knows the bird is the word.
If you haven’t noticed by now, there are 40 song titles hidden in this baseball tale. Some are baseball related, but most are just happenstance.
He went to a garden party ....
Ricky Nelson. Now there’s a name from the past that made the girls in the 1950s and early ’60s swoon.
In the very same week of August 4, 1958, when Billboard introduced the Hot 100, there was now the weekly singles chart that determined the best-selling, most-played records in America. And the very first song to top the Hot 100 was “Poor Little Fool” by Ricky Nelson.
That was his sixth hit single. And I’d be lying if I didn’t say that he looked a lot like Elvis Presley back then, even if he was almost five years younger.
How Ricky started was interesting, too. While he was in a student at the Hollywood High School, his girlfriend Arlene was raving about Elvis and his singing. Ricky told her that he’d be making a record, too. Not believing him at all, Arlene just laughed.
Ricky became determined to make a record, even if he just pressed one
disc and handed it to her personally. So he asked his father, Ozzie, who was a former bandleader if he could use the TV series’ orchestra to record a demo. He chose “I’m Walking” because it combined the two chords he knew how to play.
FLASHBACK RADIO with Chuck
Reynolds
The TV series had already established, in a previous episode, that Ricky was putting together his own band.
Then – it was a natural next step for him to sing “I’m Walking” on the episode telecast April 10, 1957. On May 6, the single entered the chart. On the flip side, “A Teenager’s Romance”, proved to be even bigger, eventually peaking at number two.
Imperial Records, which had released the Fats Domino version, became very interested in Ricky. When label owner Lou Chudd discovered a contract with Verve had never been signed, he signed Ricky right away.
His first single for Imperial, “Be-Bop Baby”,
went to number three. The next two 45s, “Stood Up” and “Believe What You Say” charted at number two and number four. I had the pleasure of hosting a busload of fans and listeners from CHYR, Leamington, to the Western Fair in London to see Ricky Nelson in concert in the fall of 1985. He put on a great show and said that some years he played up to 200 shows. He was finishing up the year in the next month. On December 31, 1985, Ricky and his band were on their way to Dallas to play a New Year’s party at the Park Suite Hotel. Their chartered twin-engine DC-3 crashed at 5:15 p.m. in a hayfield near De Kalb, Texas, 135 miles east of Dallas. Sadly, Ricky Nelson was killed, along with his fiancée Helen Blair, four members of his band and one of his road crew.
THIS WEEK’S HIDDEN SONGS
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Silver 1951 Pontiac four-door sedan, donated by Ken Voakes, at the Canadian Transportation Museum.
Tiger - Fabian
October - Alessia Cara/U2
Across the Universe - The Beatles
Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
Green Green Grass of Home - Tom Jones
Wide Open Spaces - The Chicks
Centerfield - John Fogerty
Homeward Bound - Simon and Garfunkel
Everyday People - Sly & Family Stone
Happy - Pharrell Williams
The Boys of Summer - Don Henley
Seasons in the Sun - Terry Jacks
Friday - Rebecca Black
Heartbreaker - Pat Benetar
Don’t Stop Believin’ - Journey
Coming Up - Paul McCartney
The Boys of Summer - Don Henley
Nobody’s Gonna Stop Us Now - Starship
Eye of the Tiger - Survivor
September - Earth, Wind and Fire 21. It’s Time - Imagine Dragons 22. Take the Long Way Home - Supertramp 23. Sunny Days - Lighthouse
November Rain - Guns N Roses
Winter Wonderland - Bing Crosby
Warmth of the Sun - Beach Boys
Everybody - Backstreet Boys
Cold as Ice - Foreigner
Fingertips - Stevie Wonder
Comfortably Numb - Pink Floyd
Larger Than Life - Backstreet Boys
Beer for My Horses - Toby Keith
The Climb - Miley Cyrus
The End - The Beatles
Party in The USA - Miley Cyrus
Home - Michael Buble
Before the Next Teardrop Falls - Freddy Fender
Year of The Cat - Al Stewart
Maybe - The Chantels
The Bird is The Word - The Rivingtons
The Laws named Folk Canada’s Estelle Klein Award recipients
Folk Canada has announced the 2025 Estelle Klein Award recipients.
John and Michele Law and Al Rankin will receive the 2025 Estelle Klein Award, with Steven Dagenais named as the recipient of the inaugural Culture in Climate Award.
The Estelle Klein Award honours the work of an individual or group that has made significant contributions to Ontario’s folk music community, and is named after advocate and festival pioneer, Estelle Klein. The honours are divided into two areas of recognition, The Community Builder Award, and The Lifetime Achievement Award.
The recipients of the Community Builder Award are John and Michele Law of Kingsville.
For more than two decades, John and Michele Law have dedicated themselves to strengthening their local community through music. As founders of the Kingsville Folk Music Festival and the Sun Parlour Folk Music Society, the cele-
brated artists have created platforms that showcase world-class artistry while nurturing emerging youth talent through initiatives like the MAY Fund. Their generosity, vision, and commitment have brought people together, supported local families in times of need, and enriched cultural life across Southwestern Ontario. Using music as a bridge to inspire, connect, and uplift, the Laws embody the true spirit of community building.
Al Rankin is the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award.
For over 40 years, Al Rankin has been a tireless presenter, promoter, and mentor, helping
countless Canadian folk musicians find audiences and opportunities. From transforming his home into an intimate concert hall to producing landmark shows with legends like Pete Seeger and Judy Collins, he has created spaces where music and community thrive. A natural teacher, he continues to inspire young artists by bringing them into schools, sharing their stories, and nurturing the next generation of talent. His unwavering dedication, generosity, and vision embody the spirit of the Estelle Klein Lifetime Achievement Award.
Presented in partnership with the National Arts Centre, the 31st an-
nual Ontario Folk Music Awards will take place on Wednesday, October 15 at the National Arts Centre and will formally launch the Folk Music Ontario Conference. The 2025 Folk Music Ontario Conference will take place October 15-19 in Ottawa. Folk Canada is a national music industry association that combines the previously existing organizations Folk Music Ontario and Folk Music Canada. This evolution is the result of years of sector and member consultation, collaboration and a vision to work together, share knowledge and pool resources to support a sustainable folk music industry across Canada.
Water bill mailing delayed during strike
The Municipality of Leamington advises residents that water and wastewater bills will not be mailed out during the ongoing Canada Post strike, which began on September 25.
During the strike, mail will not be processed or delivered, and some post offices may be closed. As a result, property owners will not receive their water and wastewater bills by mail.
Note that payment due dates will not change. Customers are responsible for ensuring their payments are received by the municipality on time.
The next water and wastewater billing due date is October 20.
To prevent delays and save $3 per bill, residents are encouraged to sign up for electronic billing (e-billing) at leamington.ca/ebilling.
Accessing Your Bill: Sign up for e-billing to receive monthly bills directly by email and avoid delays. If you do not wish to sign up for e-billing, billing information can be provided by phone at 519-326-5761 ext. 1215.
If you would like a printed bill, you may request a copy at the Leamington Municipal Building, 111 Erie Street North.
If you have already mailed a cheque, contact 519326-5761 ext. 1215 or email waterbill@leamington.ca to confirm whether it has been received. For more information about municipal services during the postal disruption, visit leamington.ca/StrikeUpdate.
Maple Market this weekend
Leamington United Church is hosting an Indoor Maple Market this weekend at the church, 9 John Street. The market will be open Friday, October 17 from 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m-4 p.m.
Browse over 25 vendors featuring a variety
of foods, baking, crafts, wellness, quilts, a café, pumpkin decorating and more.
Guests can enjoy homemade soup with rolls indoors or barbecued hotdogs outdoors.
Kids will have the chance to meet Maple Megalosaurus – “Maple
Meg” for short – and get a free treat!
A Food Drive will also be held in conjunction with the market. Visitors can drop off items at the elevator entrance. Meat is high on the needs list right now, as well as personal care items such as shampoo, soap and
toothpaste, but all donated items are welcome. Proceeds from the market support the church and its weekly community meal program. For more information contact 519-326-9461 or mmlovering@gmail.com.
Community Calendar
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 & SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
MAPLE MARKET at Leamington United Church, 9 John Street. Fri. Oct. 17 from 5-9 p.m. & Sat. Oct. 18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Homemade soup, rolls & BBQ foods. Browse 25 vendors: baking, crafts, wellness & more. Info: mmlovering@gmail. com or 519-326-9461.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 & SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
HUGE BOOK SALE - Epworth United Church, 56 Division St. South, Kingsville. Fri., Oct. 17 from 3:00 - 7:00 pm and Sat., Oct. 18 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Books between $2-$3. Lots of children’s books available.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
KINGSVILLE LEGION FALL VENDORS MARKET – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at 145 Division St. South, Kingsville. Proceeds to Branch 188 programs.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19
HARVEST DANCE – 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Kingsville Legion Br. 188. Dance or Sing-A-Long with DJ Billy K. Kitchen open, cash bar, 145 Division Rd. S. in Kingsville.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19
ARTBRIDGE: CONNECTING GENERATIONS THROUGH CREATIVITY AND STORIES. A FREE creative arts program for Seniors (55+) and Youth (ages 4 to 13) together. Held at Kingsville arena. Register at www.kingsville.ca - Programs.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25
GUYS WHO LIKE TO SING fundraiser for The Bridge Youth Resource Centre in Leamington at Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda. Musical performance 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Donations via “Pass the Hat”, receipts for donations $25 and up. Location: 2953 Olinda Side Road, Ruthven, N0P 2G0.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1
37TH ANNUAL TAKE-OUT TURKEY DINNER – Harrow United Church (45 Munger Ave. E.) 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. $25 per person. For more info and to order call 519-738-4223.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY – will meet at 7:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Connect with us to inspire one another, exchange growing ideas, and nurture both our gardens and our communities. For more information or to inquire about volunteering call Jo-Anne Smith 519-322-8809. 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: 519-9991234.
KINGSVILLE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY MEETS the third Monday of the month – Oct. and Nov. at 7:00 pm at the Lions Community Hall, 21 Mill St. West, Kingsville. Meetings feature speakers, demonstrations & workshops. Everyone welcome. Email khs.inquiry@gmail.com for more information.
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF OLINDA Sunday Service, October 19 at 10:30 am with Rev. Paul LangstonDaley. Topic: The Tender Places In Our Hearts. October 26th: Guest Speaker - Steve Ghikadis - Family and Community: Navigating Diverse Perspectives Together. 2953 Olinda Side Road, Ruthven, 548-324-4352. All are welcome.
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 519326-8629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.
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. GriefShare Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. until Dec. 10. "Wheatley Warriors" Narcotics Anonymous Group Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 226-4841004 or visit www.villageresourcecentre.ca. Wheelchair accessible.
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.
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 October 22, November 5 & 19, December 3 & 17. More info: email ErieShoresTM@yahoo.com, Facebook Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.
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 am in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: MARTIAL ARTS, Tuesdays and Thursdays, at 1860 DivisionRd. N., registration required. kingsvillecentre.com
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.
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 226-340-7233, 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
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 ANGEL CLOTHING CUPBOARD OPEN WEDNESDAYS - appointments 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. 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
MICHELE AND JOHN LAW
Haunted history Walking Tour
The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village has partnered with The Purple Theatre Company for a brand new Haunted History walking tour.
Audiences are invited to step into the shadows of history with Wicked Wednesdays, a spine-tingling haunted history walking tour that blends local legend, theatrical talent and regional history.
The tour takes guests on an immersive journey through the area’s most chilling true stories, told where they happened. Each stop along the path features live, site-specific performances from members of the local theatre community, bringing to life ghostly tales and fascinating historical moments.
“This is more than a ghost tour – it’s a living history experience,” says Rebecca S. Mickle, actor, writer and board member of The Purple Theatre Company. “We’ve worked closely with the museum to ensure the history is accurate, but we’re also tapping into the incredible talent of our local actors to make the stories unforgettable.”
The tour weaves together documented history and firsthand accounts of paranormal activity that Mickle has collected while working on her Ghost Stories and Legends of Windsor-Es-
sex book (funded by the Ontario Arts Council). Audiences will hear tales of mysterious figures, strange noises, vanishing spectres – all set against the atmospheric backdrop of historic buildings.
The walking tours started October 1.
The next dates are October 15, 22 and 29 at 8:30 p.m. at the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville.
Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for ages 12 and under, available at www. zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/wicked wednesdays.
Leamington Bridge Club 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.
October 6: 1st Bob Bell and Sally Bell, 2nd Agnes Fraser and Ross Macintosh, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote.
October 10: 1st Henry Hildebrand and Derek
Chatham-Kent Libraries hosting How-To Festival
Chatham Kent Public Library (CKPL) is celebrating Ontario Public Library Week by hosting a How-To Festival and Open House.
For 2025, Ontario Public Library Week will take place from October 19 to October 25, and the theme is “Libraries for Life.”
An Open House will take place on Thursday, October 23 between 5:00 and 8:00 pm in the Chatham Branch’s Library Café.
Community members are welcome to attend and can learn more about Literary Angels, an exciting new library collection, and can also speak with Library Board members. Light refreshments will be served.
For the How-To Festival, interested community members can reserve How-To themed ‘grab and go’ kits or attend in-person How-To programs.
Registration for ‘grab and go’ How-To kits opened on October 6. Kits will be available for pickup at any CKPL branch starting October 20.
Available ‘grab and go’
kits include directions for making the following: DIY Beeswax Wrap, Puzzle Mosaic, Wood Slice Ornament, Rainbow Cloud Wall Hanging, Candy Sushi, Tissue Paper Painting (kids kit), and an Ugly Christmas Sweater Ornament (kids kit).
To register for a ‘grab and go’ kit, contact Ask CKPL staff by phone at 519-354-2940, text 519401-7174 or email cklibrary@chatham-kent.ca.
To find out more about in-person How-To events at Chatham-Kent Public Library, visit ckpl.ca/programcalendar.
Parry, 2nd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote.
Jaime Cardoso Linhares
Jaime Cardoso Linhares passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at Erie Shores HealthCare, Leamington.
Reunited with his beloved wife Maria (2003). Loving father of Anna Linhares and Sandra Grosse (Preston).
Cherished Vovo of Logan Linhares Vernaroli and Laneda Maria Jose Linhares. Also survived by family in Leamington, Montreal and Portugal.
Jaime will be deeply missed and his memory will live on through those he loved.
Cremation has taken place as per Jaime’s wishes. A private Memorial Mass will be held to celebrate his life at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Cremation First (Leamington) 519-398-9188.
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.cremationfirst.ca
Edwin Peter Epp
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin Peter Epp on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Ed fought cancer for over five years with strength and support from his family and friends, and always with a positive attitude.
Loving husband and best friend to Jodi (Raymont) for over 30 years. Devoted and proud father to Kody and Nicole and Braeden. Special friend to Nicole’s son Noah. Much loved son to Marie and the late Peter H. Epp and brother to the late Susan, late Dan, late Ken and Joan (Mike) and Ron and Kathy. Dear son-in-law to Sharon and the late Ron Raymont, and brother-in-law to Rodney and Rosalyn Raymont. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews and fun “Uncle Ed” to many more.
Ed had a passion for farming that ran deep in his veins, farming for decades alongside his father and brothers, and more recently with his nephew Kevin and son Braeden. Ed was always surfing the internet looking for his next toy, whether it be a dirt bike, motorcycle or boat. Ed loved to teach kids to water ski, ride a motorcycle or play hockey and would drop anything to help anyone, a trait Kody carries on through his career. Ed and Jodi spent countless Saturday nights playing cards and planning their next NHL tour with their BFFs Andrew and Michelle Stewart. Ed was simply the best in every role he played, but especially husband, dad, son, brother, uncle and friend. Our hearts will be forever broken.
The family would like to thank Dr. Kulkarni, Dr. Huang, Dr. Kennette, Dr. Sabga and Dr. Kauffmann for their care and compassion over the last five years.
Memorial visitation is at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.
Celebration of Ed’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 11 a.m.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation (WRCC) or Erie Shores Health Foundation would be appreciated. www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Georgina “Jean” Harrison
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Georgina Mae “Jean” Harrison, nee Baker. Jean passed away with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the age of 83.
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Jean was the beloved wife and best friend of Norm Harrison with whom she shared 34 years of marriage. Jean and Norm enjoyed travelling the world, especially their cruises with family and friends.
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Jean was the proud and loving mother of Kimberly and Bob Jollymore, Tim and Dara Vickery, Darrin and Eduarda Harrison, and Corrie and Debbie Harrison. She was the adored grandmother of Jarrod and Brittany Playford, Felicia Vickery, Zack, Alyssa, Jeremy and Chelsey Harrison, as well as many great-grandchildren, and great-nieces and great-nephews.
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Jean will be deeply missed by her sisters Caroline Love and Diane Baker, with whom she shared a deep and steadfast love. She was the beloved aunt of Richard Love and Christine Hughes.
Jean worked as an ECE Educator for many years where she was affectionately known as “Miss Jean” by the children in her care.
The family extends their gratitude to Dr. Freeman as well as to the entire staff and volunteers of Erie Shores Hospice for their compassionate and heartfelt care.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington.
Leo Frank Wybenga
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It is with great sadness that the family of Leo Frank Wybenga announce his passing on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the age of 76. Leo was born in Zwagerbosch, Friesland, Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in 1951 where he grew up in Blytheswood before moving into Leamington.
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Leo is survived by his wife of 51 years Jean (nee Fielding), children Mark and Michelle (Chris Wickham); granddaughter Teleene Nesta Vogel; best cat friends Colby and Mama Kitty; siblings Jane Vandenberg (Joe), Lambert Wybenga (Lorie), Sophie Jones (Dan) and Teleene Bonkink (Gerry); several nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Leo is predeceased by his parents Frank (1986) and Barbara (nee Koster, 2014).
Leo worked for Ford Motor Company of Canada in Windsor for 35 years, and later Shoppers Drug Mart in Leamington for 10 years. He was a founding member and director of the Essex County Bass Anglers fishing tournament series, and an active member of the Southwest Outdoors Club. Leo enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, photography, putzing in his shed, up-cycling pallets into myriad wooden creations, gardening, and watching the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Lions.
Leo passed peacefully, quietly and painlessly, surrounded by his wife and children at his side, just as he wished.
Leo’s family would like to thank the care team at St. Elizabeth’s, especially nurses Shelley and John, as well as the staff and volunteers at Erie Shores Hospice for providing such compassionate care and comfort in his final days.
Cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631), on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 11 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at 12 p.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Erie Shores Hospice Foundation.
Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Uptown Kingsville holding Trick-or-Treat event Oct. 25
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The Kingsville BIA, in partnership with the Town of Kingsville, Del Fresco Pure and the Arts Society of Kingsville, will be holding a special Trick or Treat Kingsville event on Saturday, October 25 with plenty of treats to be had.
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The uptown event runs from 11 am to 1 pm and has over 30 businesses participating. The Carnegie Arts and Culture Centre will also host an additional few organizations who will be on hand to provide treats for the youngsters.
CKPL survey on future
Starting October 10, Chatham-Kent Public Library (CKPL) is conducting a survey to help shape the future of CKPL’s programs, services and spaces.
Residents are asked to take 5-10 minutes to make their voice heard by filling out the survey, even those who don’t use the library.
Everyone who takes the survey will have the chance to enter a draw to win a gift basket.
The survey can be found online through CKPL’s website, Facebook or Instagram page, or in print at any branch until November 22.
Concert to benefit The Bridge
The Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda is hosting a concert fundraiser to benefit The Bridge Youth Resource Centre in Leamington.
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Guys Who Like To Sing will be performing on Saturday, October 25 from 2-4 p.m. at the church, 2953 Olinda Side Road, Ruthven.
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Admission will be via “pass the hat” donations. A representative of The Bridge will be present to provide receipts for donations over $25.
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The Bridge’s mission is to bridge the gap by providing youth with resources and hope for the future.
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Beloved husband of Nancy for 64 years. Dear father of the late Jeff Brown (1996), late Maureen Brown (1992), and Derek Brown. Dear brother-in-law of Bob Langsdon. Cremation and a private service have previously taken place. Sunday, October 26 •
DONATION TO HOSPICE
A recent donation to the Hospice Erie Shores Campus was presented by Gerald and Diana Landuyt, who were the Mordomos (hosts) of the annual Holy Spirit Festival for St. Michael’s Parish in Leamington. The festival was held the weekend of June 7-8 and a portion of the funds raised were graciously donated to Hospice. The Landuyts were thankful to all who supported them and were happy to make the donation. Here they are pictured with Erie Shores Health Foundation Executive Director Penny Bellhouse (middle). Photo submitted
Blue recycling carts coming to area curbs
Leamington and Kingsville residents will soon receive new blue recycling carts as part of the region’s transition to a single-stream recycling system, beginning January 1, 2026.
The new program, led by Circular Materials, introduces a single-stream recycling system. Instead of separating items into blue and red bins, all accepted materials will go together in one blue cart.
When your cart is delivered, residents are asked to store it until the new system officially begins January 1.
This recycling program is managed by Circular Materials, not by the Municipality of Leamington or the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA).
This initiative is separate from and in addition to the Green Bin program, which will launch in Leamington in the fall of 2026. The Green Bin program, managed by EWSWA, will introduce curbside collection of food and organic waste.
More information will
be shared with residents in the coming weeks as it becomes available.
Meanwhile in Kingsville, the same applies as the town prepares for the transition to new recycling operators.
Leamington and Kingsville are both part of Phase 2 of the Green Bin program, which launched this month in other municipalities in the county and the City of Windsor. Visit kingsville.ca for more information on the Kingsville program
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PUBLIC NOTICE MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
Take Notice that a meeting of the Committee of Adjustment for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent will be held to consider the following applications submitted under Sections 45 and 53 of the Planning Act, R.S.O.1990, c.P.13.
And Take Further Notice that the applications will be considered on the date, and at the time and place shown below:
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Municipality of Chatham-Kent Civic Centre, Room 212
Address: 315 King Street West, Chatham ON
File: Minor Variance A-46/25
Address: 1200 Post Point Lane, Community of Harwich (South Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lots 10-13, Plan 405,
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is located on the north side of Post Point Lane, at its eastern limit, in the Community of Erieau. The application proposes to recognize a portion of the existing 2.1 m (7 ft.) high fence located along Post Point Lane. It is specifically to allow the portion of fence that extends 3.65 m (12 ft.) into the front yard of the property (forward the front face of the dwelling) and the portion that extends into the visibility triangle by approximately 1.98 m (6.5 ft.).
File: Minor Variance A-47/25
Address: 13320 Base Line, Community of Camden (East Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 15, Concession 1, described as Part 5, 24R-5580
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is located on the south side of Base Line, between Station Road and Zone Road 1. The application proposes to reduce the setback requirement for the dwelling to 4.89 m (16 ft.) from the lot line along Base Line. The setback reduction is to allow for an addition to the front face of the existing dwelling. The addition is for additional living space and a covered porch.
File: Minor Variance A-49/25
Address: 11754 Bates Drive, Community of Howard (East Kent)
Legal Description: Lot 3, Plan 407
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is located on the east side of Bates Drive, south of Pike Street, in the Community of Howard. The application proposes to reduce the front yard setback requirement to 14 m (45.9 ft.) and the southerly interior side yard setback requirement from 3 m (9.84 ft.) to 0.47 m (1.5 ft.) to permit the construction of a new 342.8 sq. m (3,690) sq. ft. single detached dwelling.
File: Consent B-50/25 & Minor Variance A-39/25
Address: 12775 & 12783 River Line, Community of Howard (East Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 11, Front Concession
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is located on the north side of River Line, between Magnaville Line and Scane Road, in the Community of Howard. The application proposes to sever one of the existing dwellings (12775 River Line) on a new 0.4 ha (1.0 ac.) parcel. A Minor Variance is required to recognize the resulting lot area of the retained farm parcel, and to address the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) setback from an unoccupied livestock barn on the retained parcel.
File: Consent B-54/25
Address: Riverview Drive, Community of Chatham (City)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 21, Concession 1 (Raleigh)
Purpose and Effect: The subject lands is located on the south side of Riverview Drive, between Keil Drive South and Heritage Road. The application proposes to deal with a remnant 1.53 m (5.03 ft.) wide strip of land (subject lands) by adjoining it with the abutting parcels to the west (180 Riverview Drive) and east (156 Riverview Drive). All zoning provisions are being met by this proposal.
File: Consent B-61/25
Address: 7930 W. Lewis Line, Community of Dover (North Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 19, Concession 13
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is a 21 ha (52 ac.) agricultural parcel located on the south side of W. Lewis Line, between Bear Line Road and Malcom C. Road. The application proposes to sever the existing single detached dwelling on a new 0.36 ha (0.88 ac.) parcel. All zoning provisions are being met by this proposal.
File: Consent B-63/25
Address: 7638 Heron Line, Community of Dover (North Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 16, Concession 6
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is a 42.7 ha (103.1 ac.) agricultural parcel with frontage on Heron Line and Belle Rose Line, and is located between Winter Line Road and Bear Line Road, in the Community of Dover. The application proposes to sever a new 20.88 ha (51.59 ac.) agricultural parcel with the frontage along Heron Line. The severed parcel contains an existing dwelling and outbuildings. The retained farm parcel will retain frontage along Belle Rose Line and is vacant of any structures. All zoning provisions are being met by this proposal.
Files: Consent B-64/25 & Minor Variance A-45/25
Address: 582 & 584 Bloomfield Road, Community of Chatham (City)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 18, Concession 5
Purpose and Effect: The subject property is located on the west side of Bloomfield Road, south of Richmond Street, in the Community of Chatham (City). The application proposes to sever each of the dwellings on separate lots. A Minor Variance is required to recognize the resulting lot area and frontages of the severed and retained parcel.
Files: Consent B-67/25
Address: 161 Aberdeen Street, Community of Merlin (West Kent)
Legal Description: Part of Lot 23, Registrar’s Compiled Plan 774
Purpose and Effect: The subject property consists of 8.24 ha (20.37 ac.) of land located on the south side of Aberdeen Street and east of Blake Street, in the Community of Merlin. The application proposes to sever the existing single detached dwelling that fronts Aberdeen Street (161 Aberdeen Street) on a new 2,037.4 sq. m (21,930.4 sq. ft.) parcel. The retained lands will be accessed from Blake Street. All zoning provisions are being met by this proposal.
For more information about these matters, contact Chatham-Kent Planning Services at 519.360.1998 or ckplanning@ chatham-kent.ca.
Dated at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent this 6th day of October, 2025.
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REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $17.60/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@ pinnacle-acres.com
Public Notice of Pesticide Use
The Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds on curbs, trails and rural bridges beginning on May 26, 2025, weather permitting, and ending October 31, 2025. The application of pesticide will be completed for public health and safety per section 7.1(2) of the Pesticides Act.
Curbs and trails will be treated with AXXE Broad Spectrum Herbicide which contains the active ingredient Ammonium Salt of Fatty Acid 36% (Registration #32719) registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
Rural bridges will be treated with Roundup Ultra2 Liquid Herbicide, containing the active ingredient glyphosate, present as potassium salt (Registration #28486) or Sicario 540 Herbicide containing the active ingredient glyphosate, present as potassium salt (Registration #34686) under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada).
Questions or concerns? Please contact:
Ken Brown, Manager of Public Works Municipality of Leamington 519-326-5761
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Festival Parade. kingsvillearchives@gmail.com
Oct. 11, 1994 - Wally Simpson of Simpson Orchards (RR #2 Leamington) purchased some watermelon seeds which in turn grew these two rather large melons weighing 114 and 123 pounds. They finished second and third overall in a weight contest at Port Elgin.
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From the Wheatley Journal October 4, 1956
N.C. Srigley expects to start work on a new skating rink at “Minny” pond next week.
Supreme Coffee Server and 2-oz. jar of Chase & Sanborn Instant Coffee. A bargain at $2.95 – our price $1.95. McVittie’s Dime Store.
Clothing for cool weather: boys’ combinations $1.79, boys’ heavy shirts $1.59 and $1.79, men’s plaid shirts $2.98. Many other items of clothing at money-saving prices at Vizzard’s 5$ to $1 Store.
October 13, 1898
We would like to forcibly recall the attention of our cow hustler to the fact that cattle are again annoying residents of this quiet burg.
Only last Saturday, several hungry bovines beheaded hundreds of cabbage plants in the north end of Wheatley. It is really discouraging for a person to slave all summer for vegetables for winter and then the toil is over and the eatables ready to house them have been destroyed by other people’s hungry cattle.
If these cattle, which are now a nuisance to the public, are not enclosed at nights (during the day they can be kept out of the garden), someone will have to pay for vegetables destroyed by them. We, along with many others, hope Mr. Lippe will see that the law is enforced.
October 19, 1988
Local motorists gave the Essex County Firefighters Burn Unit Foundation a big boost on the weekend. Donations of approximately $1,700 were collected by Mersea-Romney-Wheatley volunteer firefighters. The annual “Fill the Boot” campaign is held to support the Burn Unit at Metropolitan Hospital in Windsor, which serves the district.
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The Sherk Sports Complex marked its tenth anniversary Saturday and included in the celebratory events was the cutting of a cake by Leamington Mayor Jim Ross and Kinsmen Club President Kevin Reid. The Kinsmen initiated the project back in 1984.
Essex South MPP Bruce Crozier recently called on the government to complete construction on the final phase of the Highway #3 bypass. Crozier told the legislature last week that the property for the highway was acquired by the Ministry of Transportation in the early 1970s and said it’s time to finish the project and stop wasting money on idle land. He noted that completion of the project would benefit the area significantly.
For one local musician, what started out as a downstairs jam session with her best friend, has grown into becoming the lead singer in a new country-pop band. Tracey Drummond is set to begin rehearsing with her band, Tracey D. and the wild Mustangs, next month. Earlier this summer, the 32-year-old was asked to lead the newly created four-member band. Band member Jerry Laird recently heard her sing and asked her to join the band. Laird and Drummond are joined by fellow members TJ Brian and Billy B.
A new look at the Bennie Lumber DoIt Centre in Wheatley has been recently completed and the company held a grand opening last weekend to mark the occasion. The traditional ribbon cutting was replaced with a more appropriate method to open the facility. Reeve Larry McDonald took saw in hand to cut a ceremonial 2x4 and VP and General Manager Don Emerson gave a helping hand.
From the Leamington Post October 25, 1995
What was to be a 35-hour fundraiser ended up taking seven days for a Cleveland man. Garry Gunner Spitznagel was scheduled to arrive at Leamington Dock Restaurant on October 13 after canoeing 71 miles from Lorraine, Ohio. But he didn’t arrive until last Thursday, October 19. Spitznagel said that the winds were not in his favour as he attempted to cross the lake in his 17-foot aluminum canoe. He added that he ended up staying on a Sandusky beach for three days waiting for the weather to calm down. He arrived at Pelee Island around noon on Thursday, then made quick work of the last leg of his trip to Leamington in just under seven hours. This is the third trip he’s made across the lake, raising money for the Rainbow Baby and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland. After each trip, he’s exchanged flags with Dock Restaurant owner Mike Vourakes.
The Southpoint Peewee AEs played two games this past week, earning their first three points in the Southwest Hockey League. On Wednesday in Blenheim, they outshot the opposition 22-17 but settled for a 1-1 tie. Jamie Bailey converted a pass from Chris Manley for Southpoint’s only goal. On Saturday, the Peewee AEs hosted Ridgetown and walked away with a 10-0 win. Bailey led the squad with four tallies. Aaron Will had two and singles went to Brad Howe, Manley, Wes Wright and Justin Ingratta. Patrick Bondy picked up the shutout.
From the Kingsville Reporter October 5, 1983
On September 30, President Len Pearson of the St. John de Brebeuf Parish Credit Union, handed the Credit Union Seal over to Jim Holmes, manager of the Kingsville branch of the Woodslee Credit Union Ltd., as the two credit unions completed their merger. The St. John Credit Union was formed in 1953.
On Friday, October 14 the Migration Festival Weekend will be kicked off with a gala fun night. The evening will commence at 6:30 pm with public skating followed by the corwning of the Queen at 8 pm. A nonsense hockey game, featuring the CKLW All-Star team and the Kingsville Kinsmen will take place. Every rule of the NHL is guaranteed to be broken or the game will be cancelled. Music will be supplied by Blue Collar.
The Fogcutter beat McDonalds to win the A division of the local slo-pitch league last week, with a 9-0 score in the final. Members of the winning team are Dale Williams, Bob Quick, Brian Hazel, Dean Clark, Paul Prout, Marc Arner, Greg Lanigan, Brian Schauer, Mike Arner, Ralph Warkentin, Neil Arnold, Derke Clark and Rick Thurston. The team was coached by John Hammond, Gary Impens and Tom Morrice.
Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989
A Look at Leamington’s Past courtesy of C. Scott Holland
The boats could be taken through 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
October 1985 - The Wheatley Area Public School senior boys soccer team competed
the Kent County Elementary Shcools “B” soccer tournament which was held in Chatham on Saturday, October 26. Pictured here, front row, left to right: Terry Warren, Jeff Thomas, Jason Brouillette, Brian Stockton, Adam Soulliere, Daniel Fischer, Jon Richmond, Bill Walker. Back row: Wayne Dibbley, Manuel Cardosa, Trevor Matthews, Jason Zittlau, team coach Ken Koehler, Andy Malott, Tony Couto, Greg Price, Jeff Ruiter.
Kingsville District High School float entry in the October
Migration
October 15, 2025
Flyers split
By C. Scott Holland
There was plenty of noise at the Highbury Canco Arena last Thursday night, October 9, as a crowd of 735 had a Thanksgiving feast courtesy of the visiting Niagara Falls Canucks. While the score after 20 minutes was close, the Flyers rolled in the second period to take a commanding 6-2 lead and finished with an 8-3 victory, then hit the road and lost a close game in Aurora on Friday by a 2-1 score.
On Thursday, the Flyers collected four powerplay goals, two of which came on a third-period major penalty. Flyers goalie Tre Altiman allowed one goal per period, stopping 15 of 18 shots, while the Canucks used two goalies, Linkin Stinson-Kurz who took the loss and Travis
pair of games with Canucks, Tigers
Vanderswaag.
“We played a really good game. We executed all the things we talked about during the week,” stated head coach Dale Mitchell. “Our group is getting closer and closer by the day and we are starting to see a real team being formed.”
Things did not start well for Leamington on Thursday, as they put a couple of scoring attempts on Stinson-Kurz before the Canucks’ took a 1-0 lead at 2:27. But the Flyers tabbed two goals in a short span minutes later.
Ashton Darocy hooked a faceoff pass to Griffin Grundner, who gunned a shot from the slot at 7:47. A minute later, Santiago Jimenes and Ethan Walker connected with Brayden Degelas, who rifled a left lane shot that eluded the
Canucks’ netminder.
The Flyers’ second period outburst began with Degelas notching his second of the game at 1:49 while open in the slot.
Two minutes later, while on a powerplay, Brayden Lappalainen and Landon Pickersgill slickly set up Tyler Ross’ marker, which was jammed in on the right side.
Seconds shy of the seven-minute mark, Walker and Evan Hjelholt provided the groundwork for Degelas’ hattrick goal, which was a replica of his second tally. Degelas’ goal gave the Flyers a 5-1 lead. Thirty seconds later, a Canucks’ minor and 10-minute misconduct led to a second Flyers’ powerplay tally as Ross and Brendan Cooke set up Pickersgill’s top of the slot screen shot blast that bounded past Vanderswaag, who had replaced
Stinson-Kurz a minute earlier.
At 18:51, the Canucks’ Ben Theron tipped in a powerplay goal to make it a 6-2 contest.
The game’s major incident occurred at 5:18 of the third while the Flyers were pressing in the Canucks’ zone. With the puck to Vanderswaag’s left, Glanville physically hit one of the linesman who fell to the ice and did not get up immediately.
Flyers’ trainer Donnie Mouck attended the fallen official while the other linesman and two refs discussed what they had seen. Their call was a five-minute match penalty for physical abuse of an official. The penalty was served by another Canucks’ player as Glanville was ushered from the ice and the game.
On the ensuing powerplay, Erik Muxlow and
Walker’s handiwork gave Darocy a left-side chance, who upped the score to 7-2.
A minute later, Ross and Lappalainen combined with Cooke who drilled a top of the slot cannon, which zipped past Vanderswaag for the final Flyers’ marker.
The Canucks added their last goal at the 17:00 mark to finish all the scoring.
On the road against the Aurora Tigers on Friday night, the Flyers’ offense struggled to score throughout the contest.
Much of the game featured the two teams trading scoring attempts with goalies Matthew Humphries (Aurora) and
Gannon Hunter (Flyers) stopping nearly everything that came their way. Hunter stopped 33 of 35 and Humphries 40 of 41.
Aurora’s Simon Howard opened the scoring with a shot over Hunter’s glove at 2:21 of the first and the game remained that way until Leamington knotted it on Reid Hayes’ right-lane blast at 9:26 of the third.
The Tigers roared back to take a 2-1 lead 23 seconds later and held on for the win, despite the Flyers lifting Hunter for an extra man in the final minute in an effort to tie it.
The Flyers’ next home game is Thursday, October 16 versus the Buffalo Jr. Sabres at 7:10 pm.
Brayden Lappalainen (16), Ethan Walker (27) and Griffin Grundner (13) all watch as the puck bounces into the air on a rebound off the goaltender’s pads during second period play in the Flyers’ 8-3 win over the Canucks.
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Sharks rebound with two decisive wins
By Greg Coulter
“We were snake bitten and made some mental errors for the first two periods,” is how Coach Brad Hyatt summed up the Wheatley Omstead Sharks attempt to get back to their winning ways at home against Dresden.
“Our goaltender Chad Davis made some key saves to keep us close until we were able to get our offence rolling,” added Hyatt.
Going up 1-0 early on a Brandon Ferguson marker and dominating territorial play as well as the shot clock by a wide margin, the Sharks found themselves at a 2-1 deficit after two.
In the third they unleashed an unmatched scoring clinic, rattling off five unanswered snipes to close out a 6-2 victory.
Using a balanced attack, Ryan Basile (PP), Hayden Klem, Josh Chauvin, Luc Blanchette (EN) and Vito Alfano sealed the victory.
Saturday at Amherstburg they built on Wednesday’s momentum.
In a total team effort, all 18 skaters supported Davis in net en route to a 4-1 victory. Klem added to his goal total for the second consecutive game with Xander Zanier, Kyle Bleau and Josh Chauvin denting the twine.
“We picked up one shorthanded, one power play and one empty net goal”, noted coach Hyatt.
The Sharks return home with Essex in town at 7:30 on Wednesday the 15th, head to Mooretown on the 18th and host a rematch with Amherstburg on the 22nd. All games are at 7:30.
No Blue Jay games on those nights, so come out a support your local hockey stars.
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Altiman named OJHL goaltender of the month
The Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) announced October 3 that Tre Altiman of the Leamington Flyers has been named its Goaltender of the Month for September.
Altiman was 5-0-0 during September, posting a 1.41 goals-against average with a 0.948 save percentage. In back-to-back outings, he shut out the Georgetown Raiders at home on September 11 and the Haliburton County Huskies at the OJHL Governors’ Showcase in Niagara Falls on September 15.
The 19-year-old from Walpole split last season between Leamington and the OJHL’s King Rebellion. Altiman is a Windsor Spitfires OHL draft pick.
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Kingsville Friendly Club report
Kingsville Friendly Club President Jean welcomed 34 members out to play cards at the Lions Hall on October 7, welcoming back some of the travellers. The weather has been great for them. A card was signed for Nancy Cassels. Bridge scores: Kim Hamm 4550, Roy Trowell 3880, Gillian Pinkney 3260. Euchre: Sally Bell 91, Sharyne Segave 80, Willy Fittler 75. Most lone hands: Rita Sleiman with 5. Pepper: Bill Fielding 309, John Bigley 270, Carrie Schultz 245. Most peppers: Bill Fielding with 6.
Door prize winners were Carrie Schultz, Gail Burns and Debbie Everaert. There were 49 members out to play cards on Friday, October 10, welcoming back Joe Sabelli. Euchre scores: Fred Sleiman 85, Irene Myers and Allison Douglas tied at 84, Willy Fittler 83. Most lone hands: Willy Fittler with 8. Pepper: Ken Salter 323, Gordon Earl 291, Rick Wynants 249. Most peppers: Bill Fielding with 6. Door Prize winners were John Bigley, Tom Dewhurst and Roy Trowell.
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After winning
round robin matches, the Mount Carmel Blytheswood boys soccer team finished as finalists at the October 4th GECDSB tournament. Their win allowed them to advance to the district meet
they placed fourth overall amongst all Windsor/ Essex County “A” Division
schools. Front row, from left: Evann F., Evan K., Cruz K. Middle row: Jase C., Easton F., Benny U., Bruce I., Luke B., Alex R., Frankie F. Back row: Axton M., Daniel N., Brett J., Corny D., Kapital B., Coach Dobson. Absent: Coach Squire. Photo and names submitted
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Wheatley Area Public School’s Warriors had an action packed showing at Regional competition, hosted at Tilbury District High School. They were victorious against Tilbury Area Public School and won in a shoot-out against Harwich Raleigh to advance to the finals against the undefeated Naahii Ridge Thunderbirds. In a hard fought final game the girls came up short, losing 2-0 and leaving everything they had out on the field. From left to right are Mrs. Hopper, Avery Anderson, Mya Rougoor, Bentley Kaiser, Sophia Medeiros, Michaela Bento, Tegan Grubb, Peyton Dorner, Ella Epplett, Aubrie Allard Brown, Mila Epplett and Miss Hyatt. Absent from photo are Jordyn Lefaive, Aubrie Hatt and Spencer Martineau.
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What’s happening at LDSS
By Leah Sharon
During the last week of September, over 30 Grade 10-12 visual arts students at Leamington District Secondary School (LDSS) participated in the Great Migration Paint Out Exhibition at Lakeside Park. Students were brought to the scenic park and instructed to draw, paint, or colour the landscape in front of them.
“This was such a valuable experience for our students,” said Andrea Kubis, LDSS visual arts teacher. “The results were stunning”. The artwork will be displayed at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19..
Austin Blair, a Grade 9 student from LDSS, competed at the SWOSSA golf tournament last Monday, October 6. The tournament was held at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club, and Austin put up an impressive performance, finishing top 10 with a score of
78.
An exciting week for the senior boys volleyball team has come to an end, as they secured their first win of the season against Catholic Central last Tuesday. Great hustle and impressive timely blocking led the team to their victory.
The boys travelled to North Star on Wednesday, where they won their second game in a row. With their heads held high, the boys went into their game on Thursday with high hopes and confidence.
The Erie Migration Coyotes fought back hard, and ended up killing the Lions winning streak, beating them 1-2.
The junior boys followed in the seniors’ footsteps last week, winning two out of their three games. With a skilled performance against Catholic Central, the boys impressed the LDSS crowd with their teamwork and dominance, securing a 3-0
win.
They carried on their aggressive attitudes into Wednesday’s game against North Star. Losing their first set, the boys rallied hard and took the last two. Hoping for a similar outcome in Thursday’s game against Erie Migration, the boys fought hard for every point. Although their hard work nearly brought them to a win in their second set, the boys ultimately lost the game 0-3.
The senior girls basketball team played another home game against North Star last Wednesday, October 8. The Lions were battled with aggressive play and impressive skill and found it difficult to keep the ball in their possession. They lost the game but were still praised for their improved defense. Jimena Teruel Gonzalez was awarded player of the game for her aggression and successful defensive strategies.
Golden Years Mini-Golf report
There were 67 golfers who played 36 holes of mini-golf at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Thursday, October 9. They recorded an outstanding 88 holes in one. Leading the way with four aces were Larry Hillman and Andy Orsini. Scoring three aces were Betty McManus, Linda Lavender, Keith Hopper, Erle Nash, Beulah Whines, Monique Benfield, Ray Foster, Bob Tanner and Ron Fick. Players with two aces were Gisele Lapointe, Kathy Bechard, Patty Hopper, Dolores Near, Shran Collins, Kathy Klym, Greg Broome, Zena Raymond, Jackie Cooper, Joanne Law, Moe Sweet
and MaryAnn Sherman. Scoring one ace were Jane Vandentop, Linda Whittle, Bryon Walker, Gail Turk, Penny McMurphy, Steve Acott, Andrea Macyouski, Steve Bonyai, Carol Hylton, Donna Bileti, Nancy Springthorpe, Mary Binder, Bob Springthorpe, Julia Kos, Lloyd Symons, Marlene Schmitt, Laurie Hylton, Tony Hudvagner, Theresa Decaluwe, Richard Metz, Mary Metz, Armand Decaluwe, Bill Ward, Constance Budd, Kaz Wszol, Anne Bonyai, Georgia Skeates, Bill Mayville and Jack Bostin.
Top scores over 18 holes were by Ray Foster, Debbie Clinton and Ron Fick
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with 37, followed by Bill Mayville with 38, and Laurie Hylton, Shran Collins, Bob Tanner and Andy Orsini with 39.
Leading the way over 36 holes with 77 were Debbie Clinton and Ron Fick, followed by Ray Foster with 78.
First place went to Team 17 (MaryAnn Sherman, Jack Bostin, Bill Mayville) with 239. In second was Team 9 (Ray Foster, Dolores Near, Jen Brown, Laurie Hylton) with 239. In third was Team 11 (Debbie Clinton, Shran Collins, Mary Metz, Al Wass) with 249.
Fun, laughs and golf continues on Thursday, October 16 at 10:30 a.m.
WORD
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Rearrange the letters to spell something pertaining to hearing.
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
You are seeing things more clearly this week, Aries. Conversations that felt stuck a little while ago are now moving along more smoothly. A bold decision comes up midweek.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Taurus, you are craving stability, both financially and emotionally. Use midweek to reevaluate your spending or a relationship that may be ready to be taken to the next level.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
Gemini, you are in your element this week. Communication flows easily, especially by Thursday. A short trip or spontaneous plan could spark something bigger than expected.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, a quieter energy surrounds you right now. You are being called to pause and reflect. It’s a good time to tend to your emotional needs and reflect on what’s ahead.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
The spotlight is on you right now and you are glowing, Leo. You may attract attention and admiration without even putting in extra effort. Use this week to push forward on personal goals.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
This week is all about you, Virgo. Focus on personal goals and self-improvement. Set strong goals for the year ahead.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, this is a great week to get things done. You’re focused, detail-oriented and motivated. Use every burst of energy to sort through the clutter in your life.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, your social life is buzzing right now, but don’t lose sight of bigger goals. A fresh connection or idea could lead to a long-term opportunity if you stay focused.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
You may feel pushed to take a risk or explore new ideas this week, Sagittarius. Trust your curiosity to take you where you need to be to find satisfaction.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, even if no one sees you doing all of the hard work, you know how much effort you have been putting in. The effort will pay off soon enough when results are there for all to see.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
This week asks you to look at how you are showing up and helping others, Aquarius. An old friend or partner resurfaces and a current connection could deepen.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Your mind-body connection is strong this week, Pisces. If you have been ignoring rest or intuition, now is the time to focus on your priorities again.
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