Southpoint Sun December 14, 2011 by Southpoint Sun

Search warrants executed in Leamington; stolen goods, drugs seized

Between December 9th and December 11th, units from the OPP conducted three separate search warrants in Leamington. These warrants were not connected.

The first two warrants were executed by the OPP Street Crimes Unit with assistance from the OPP Community Drug Action Team, the OPP Emergency Response Team, the OPP Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement Squad and uniformed officers. These warrants were conducted on residences on Elliott Street and Russell Street. As a result of the warrants, approximately $10,000 worth of stolen property was seized. The property includes cell phones, iPods, GPS units, TVs, bikes and jewelry.

Detectives are working on this case and are currently trying to match up the 126 recovered items with possible victims. Some items have been identified as stolen and as a result of these two warrants, two Leamington men have been charged with Possession of Stolen Property over $5000. Their names are not being released. It appears that the two residences were a used as a repository for stolen property.

In a third incident, unconnected to the first two warrants, members of the OPP Community Drug Action Team and the Essex County OPP Criminal Investigation Unit executed a warrant in the 100 block of Erie Street in Leamington. As a result, police seized 321 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia and a crossbow. Estimated value of the drugs is approximately $5500.

Three Leamington men and one Leamington female have been charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking and Unlawful Possession of a Prohibited Weapon. Their names are not being released.

For the past two weeks, students of Ruthven Public School have been collecting

goods, toiletries, hats, mitts, scarves and toys for the

Each day, students were challenged to bring in items based on a particular theme for the day (e.g., Italian food, soups, dinnertime items). Students were able to collect 2862 items. Pictured above, from left to right, Principal Council members

Seth Sorrell, Avery Fehr and Michael Hernandez package and prepare the items for pickup. (Submitted photo)

WFCU opens their doors in Leamington

Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) opened the doors to their newest retail location on Monday, December 12. This location is the 6th for the credit union and marks WFCU’s debut in the Municipality of Leamington.

Joining the WFCU staff and management team were a number of distinguished guests including Leamington Mayor John Paterson, Deputy Mayor Charlie Wright, Councillors Hilda MacDonald, Larry Verbeke and Christine Chopchik.

Leamington’s WFCU retail location will offer the same great products and services available at all of WFCU’s retail locations including the personalized conveniences of a live drive-up teller, full service ATM and private in-office service for anyone visiting the retail location.

In his remarks Martin J. (Marty) Komsa, WFCU President and Chief

Executive Officer, indicated, “A lot of hard work has taken place to bring us all here today and we could not be happier. It is thrilling to have the opportunity to become a part of Leamington. We are confident that our expansion into the Municipality will service the financial needs of the region and continue to assist in making our communities the best place to live and work.”

WFCU’s commitment, however, extends beyond the services of its retail location through its community investment relationships and on Monday announced a number of contributions to be made throughout the Leamington community, living up to their reputation as a leader in community giving.

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Ruthven Public School Students Collect For Goodfellows

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Goodfellows.

Jaydon Fetter,

East Marsh Drainage schemea refined scope of work

Since 2004 over $200,000 has been spent on specialists’ reports concerning drainage issues in Southeast Leamington. Monday, Leamington’s administration recommended another one. Granted, it is another report with a difference, but it is another one nonetheless.

The recommendation is to hire Dillon Consulting to prepare a mess of documents that will satisfy legislative requirements so that something can actually be done. Legislative requirements? You would not believe the hoops we must jump through in order to improve dykes and drainage in the East Marsh Drainage Scheme. To quote from the report, “Municipal staff and ERCA met with Dillon on two occasions in 2011 to refine the scope of work, and discuss the regulatory approval process. We now have a defined scope that includes:

1. Canadian Environmental Assessment (CEAA) –screening report is triggered because a. A permit is required from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), a federal agency, and b. The size of the project exceeds the maximum allowed in the exemption tables.

2. Natural Environment Assessment – the dyke is part of and adjacent to a Provincially Significant Wetland (Hillman Marsh).

3. Fish Habitat Assessment – widening of the dyke is expected to affect habitat in the drain and in the marsh.

4. Fish Habitat Improvement Strategy – anticipating that the works will affect a Harmful Alteration, Disruption or Destruction (HADD) of fish habitat some form of compensation will have to included in the works.

5. Ecological Land Classification – to identify wildlife habitat and rare vegetation communities.

6. Botanical Survey – a multi-season survey is required to capture the “diversity” of species present.

7. Wildlife Habitat Assessment – this will include documenting potential species at risk (SAR).

8. Topographic Survey of the entire dyke – for detailed design and quantity controls.

9. Geotechnical Survey.

10. Detailed Design Drawings –for review, tendering and construction.

11. Engineer’s Report – under the Drainage Act that will include assessment schedules for construction and maintenance. All of the above are necessary to obtain approvals and a real cost assessment for this possible improvement to the East Marsh Dyke.”

This project (in a somewhat less ambitious form) was included in the 2011 budget to be cost shared with ERCA to the tune of $100,000 total. The review, however, revealed that was not enough to cover all the work the Provincial and Federal governments demand. The new proposal is to cost share with ERCA the new estimate of $270,000. This will get us to the point where improvements can be made, but not necessarily to the point where improvements will be made. Why? It’s the same old story: cost, of course. “All of the above are necessary to obtain approvals and a real cost assessment for this possible improvement to the East Marsh Dyke. Council may recall that the 2010 estimate presented in report DCS 01-10 was approximately $4 million. There is discussion that the actual project estimate may be higher.”

The sad reality is that over half a million dollars will have been spent to prepare to make repairs that cannot, at the moment, be afforded. In passing the recommendation for sufficient funds in the 2012 budget, council was clear that it expected the final products of the work in the fall of 2012 so that assessments and costs could be shared with landowners and the public.

New culvert approved

A request from Williams Nurseries for a new access culvert over the Kovinsky Drain was approved by municipal council at Monday’s meeting. Since the entire cost of the culvert must be borne by the applicant, it makes no impact on Leamington’s finances.

Evenings

Leamington Council hears about cycling safety on Seacliff Drive

By Bill Chaplin, Municipal Correspondent

Share the Road – Essex County is advocating that Leamington Municipal Council make safety of cyclists using County Road 20 (Seacliff Drive) a priority during their 2012 budget deliberations.

Tom and Sue Omstead, representatives of the organization, made a clear and

Anything’s Possible Amateur photo contest

The Leamington Arts Centre has issued a call for submissions to the 2012 Anything’s Possible Amateur Photo Contest. Bring in your 8x10 photograph that fits into one of the categories and age groups below and Arts Centre staff will mat it and put it in a clear bag, and it will be hung in the gallery from January 4 - 28th. Entry fee is $10 per photograph, and you may submit as many as you like in each category. 8x10 photographs only please. Each photo will be judged based on creativity, technical aspects and how it fits into its respective theme. Each entry must be accompanied by a completed entry form, which is available online or at the Gallery. Deadline to submit is Friday, December 23rd at 4 p.m. Sorry, no late entries can be accepted.

Opening Reception and Awards night will be Friday, Jan. 6th, 6-8 p.m.

Are you an amateur? Do you make your living on your photography? If not, then yes, you can enter.

persuasive presentation to Council Monday night on that topic. Despite the fact that County Road 20 is not slated for reconstruction for many years yet to come, they spoke to the need for signs, road markings and a roadside pathway for the safety of all who use CR 20. Moreover, they pointed out that a fairly narrow paved path along the shoulder of

the road, a mere metre wide, could be installed at an affordable price since no trees or hydro poles would have to be moved.

Council was receptive to the idea presented, but all cautioned that finding money for the project and then ensuring County participation were problematic. Council will forward the idea to County Council.

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Electronics and the environment

The holiday season is a great time to upgrade electronics, purchase devices for friends and family and take advantage of boxingday sales. But all the hype can distract us from thinking about what to do with the gadgets we are replacing.

A new survey finds that while 96% of Ontarians support the reuse and recycling of electronics to prevent substances of concern ending up in landfill, only 4 in 10 actually plan on recycling the electronics they will replace this holiday. This means the fate of some unwanted electronics may be to collect dust in a basement or garage, or even worse, end up in landfill. According to Environment Canada, approximately 140,000 tonnes of e-waste goes to landfill each year.

The poll was commissioned by the Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES), a not-for-profit organization that oversees the responsible reuse and recycling of end-of-life electronics across the province.

Letters to the Editor

Update from Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee

Dear Community,

“We live in an age where technology is evolving at lightning speed, so it’s not surprising to see the latest smartphone or tablet topping holiday shopping lists,” says Carol Hochu, Executive Director, OES. “It’s important for consumers to think about recycling unwanted electronics or, in keeping with the spirit of the season, donating to refurbishers who make secondhand items like computers accessible to schools and other not-for-profit groups.”

The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) wants to sincerely thank you for your support and contributions to our work with refugee newcomers in their new life in Leamington.

We continue to keep in touch with and support the six newcomer families we have sponsored so far. A few updates:

• One of the newcomers has moved her spa business to a larger space and hired four staff;

• One newcomer is now studying at St. Clair College; all the children continue in our local schools, participating in local sports activities and camps;

• One family organized a luncheon and service of ‘thanksgiving for all they have received’ with guest speakers from Toronto, which many of us attended;

• One son is now working and living in Winnipeg, to be closer to his fiancé;

• The Karen Choir continues to grow and share their talents at various church services and at LAERC fundraisers;

• And now most of the newcomers are employed and adapting well to life in Leamington.

To date, the Ontario Electronic Stewardship has diverted approximately 100,000 tonnes of waste electronics from landfills. That’s equivalent to 9,800 tractor-trailer loads of unwanted TVs, digital cameras, mp3 players and monitors.

Locally, there are collection sites at:

• Home Hardware, 241 Oak St. E., Leamington.

• Staples, 16 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington.

• Transfer Station 2, Public Drop Off Depot, 2021 County Rd. 31 (Albuna Townline), Kingsville. There are residency restrictions at this location.

For details and to access a list of 44 items accepted by the OES program, visit www.recycleyourelectronics.ca.

Early in the New Year, we expect that there will be more Karen refugee groups arriving (relatives of Karens already in Leamington) and an Iraqi refugee family (now in Syria). Our committee has submitted the paperwork to the government for these family groups, in faith that God will lead us in caring for these people who desperately need refuge in a safe country. We will definitely need your support and help as this is the biggest undertaking so far for LAERC. When they arrive, we will let everyone know the additional support we require and how you can become more involved.

At our annual summer get together in July, there were over fifty newcomers and committee persons swimming, playing games, laughing and talking and enjoying a potluck barbecue. Now, we look forward to our annual Christmas get together when everyone enjoys a potluck feast, carol singing, games and friendship, with each family receiving a Superstore gift card and each child, a Christmas box.

All these newcomers are very, very grateful to everyone in the community that has supported them and assisted in so many ways and they want me to pass on their personal thanks.

Our committee greatly appreciates all the donations of furnishings, household goods and financial support that have been given. It is only with your on-going generosity that we are able to support some of the world’s most desperate refugees and assist them in this opportunity for a new life in Canada.

Again this year, our financial records were examined and found to be in good order.

We hope that you will include LAERC in your 2012 budget and continue to support the newcomers with your goodwill, friendship and prayers. If you would like to have some committee members attend a function at your church or group (i.e. Mission Sunday, Men’s Breakfast) to tell about our work, please call or e-mail.

We always need more people to join our committee. With everyone doing what they can, each member brings their gifts and strengths to use. It is very humbling and uplifting to be a part of this dedicated group.

Sincerely, Wilma Lamb-Stewart, LAERC Chair

Hillman Marsh early morning. Photo courtesy of Visual Impressions Tim Hayes

Knights appreciate support; 900 kids getting new coats

Letter to the Editor,

On October 30, nine councils of the Knights of Columbus in Windsor/Essex held a pasta fundraiser to purchase New Coats for Kids. As a result, 900 new coats are being distributed to over 25 separate and public schools in the city and county this week.

Sunday, December 4th, 2011

The Knights of Columbus are thankful for the community support and plans are already “on tap” for next year.

– Don Bedore, Leamington

Let’s say there comes a day when I don’t have to help put kids through post-secondary and I can truly afford to buy a nice home in the country. What would I miss about living in town the most? Neighbours – there’s no question about it.

Weese’s Weese’s Pieces Pieces

For the most part I’ve been very lucky, and I believe it’s exactly that – luck. Never have I made a buying decision on a house based on who the neighbors are. I may have factored the look of the neighbourhood, its proximity to schools, hospitals, etc., but I haven’t had tea with Barney and Betty before signing the deed. Who does that? Yet, would it really be that bad of an idea to do exactly that? “Good afternoon, Mrs. Jefferson. My name is Archie and I was wondering if it’s possible for my wife Edith and I to visit with you sometime this week. We’re seriously thinking about buying the home next door to you and wondered if you’d be kind enough to share your local knowledge with us.” “Yes, Mrs. Jefferson, Thursday at seven would be perfect.”

Ellie and I took her son and his friend to Owen Sound recently for a bit of shopping, dinner and an OHL hockey game. We would be gone from two in the afternoon until after midnight and I desperately needed someone to come to my home and let the dogs outside for a little P & P.

Neighbour Fran came to the rescue and thank-goodness. My other neighbour, who I’d normally ask, was out of town. While Fran is quite capable, the weather was crappy and it gets quite dark after dinner. Also factor that his wonderful lady has to be close to, if not past, 80 years old. As remarkable as she is, it was a lot to ask. In fact, I didn’t ask her at all. Fran volunteered because her adult son was on his way to a concert in Stratford. Knowing Fran a bit, I’ve gotten the impression that when she’s committed to doing something, I’m no match for calling her off.

That’s the way it is with neighbours, or at least the way it should be – making the load a bit lighter by lending a hand when you can. This could be shoveling a driveway, checking on their home while they’re away, sharing a pot of chili, mowing their lawn now and again, and just being, well… neighbourly.

Cal and Ruth-Ann were great neighbours in Chatham. Man that guy could drink beer. I haven’t seen him in awhile, but I would suggest he’s living the good life still, with a happy wife, some steaks on the BBQ and some Bud on ice. We shared a few beers with those folks and we were forever being over-served with plenty of stories, lots of laughs and the unspoken knowledge of having each other’s back in our neighbourhood. That’s so valuable

and the real beauty of having good folks next door.

Indeed, I’ve been lucky discovering neighbours.

That’s not to say that I haven’t suffered a nextdoor nitwit, grouch, oddball or slob. Move around to enough towns and neighbourhoods and you’re bound to experience a dud or two. Mostly, I’ve been blessed with “Frannies”.

By Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk

The Branch 84 members Christmas Party was held on Sat. Dec. 10. Thank you to C.F. Greenhouses and Keepsake for the donation for poinsettias.

The Seniors Dinner was held on Dec. 14.

The Junior Darts program will be having a Christmas Party on Sat. Dec. 17.

Friday night darts are still being held at the Branch. Play begins at 8 p.m. Cost is only $2. Three weeks ago the winners were Al and Barb. December 2nd winners were Dawn and Simp. The pot for takeouts is getting up there.

On behalf on the President, Executive and Members of Branch 84, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe Happy New Year.

Paul Bunnett Jones was at the microphone during the Soup & Salad Luncheon held recently. Paul announced raffle and draw winners and entertained the 700 guests.

Runners-up in the Miss Leamington Tomato Festival Emily Lefaver and Morgan Stahl were on hand selling tickets at the luncheon.

Volunteers from Leamington District Memorial Hospital Auxiliary cut and served cake at the luncheon. Pictured here is Dolores Tracey, Environmental Service Lead/Volunteer Specialist LDMH.

Leamington’s Lakeside Bakery provided the bread for the luncheon. Pictured here is owner Danielle Tartaro, left and Kim Thibert. (SUN Photos)

Two new exhibits opened last week at the Leamington Arts Centre.

In the Main Gallery is Shooters Photography Club – Shutters & Shooters. The show features over 80 inspiring photographs by local photographers and photo enthusiasts. This is the first ever members show and sale. The exhibit opened on Wednesday, December 7 and runs until Friday, December 23.

In the Second Gallery is Boblo Revisited. This exhibit features beautiful original paintings by Ron and Louise Vermeiren. The paintings are in the theme of Boblo Island and reflect the “glory days” of the boat and island. Come and reminisce about the good old times. This exhibit opened on December 7 and is on display until December 23. The Leamington Arts Centre is open Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday 12 to 4 p.m.; and is closed on Sunday and Monday.

Shooters Photography Club

Ghost Sisters

Apple Fest Raises $40,000 For Community Living

The Ruthven Apple Festival Steering Committee presented a cheque for $40,000 to Community Living Essex County at a luncheon held Tuesday, December 6 at Colasanti’s to celebrate the success of the 32nd Annual Ruthven Apple Fest. Community Living Essex County is a not-for-profit charitable organization committed to assisting people of all ages who have an intellectual disability and their families throughout Essex County. Their goal is that all persons have the opportunity to live in a state of dignity, share in all elements of living in the community, and have the opportunity to participate effectively. The Ruthven Apple Festival has raised a total of $685,000 to date in support of Community Living Essex County. (SUN Photo)

My Christmas wish list

The holiday season is nearly upon us and I’m wondering if this is my favorite or least favorite time of the year. After years of over-indulgence, trying to bring back the real reason for Christmas is difficult, not impossible, but difficult. I want to get back to basics.

I want a Christmas that is all about spending time with my family and not about spending money. Any ideas are welcome.

In search for a good old Christmas, I look back over the memories that I have cherished the most from holidays past. Family, baking with friends, decorating, singing Christmas carols and tobogganing are just a few of them, but there is something more about Christmas that makes it magical and purely simple.

I can’t pretend that the gift giving is not a part of it for me. Purchasing something special for a loved one is rewarding. Dreaming for and receiving that special gift on Christmas morning was wonderful, especially when I was little. Today, it is different. When many of us have everything we need and get what we don’t have throughout the year, it certainly doesn’t leave much to put on a special wish list.

The words from some of my favorite Christmas songs touch me, but unfortunately with a hint of sadness I reflect about the true meaning of Christmas. The message is so simple and yet we seem to overlook it. A plain clothed carpenter and his wife from a hick town like Wheatley were the main characters of the story, not a prince and princess.

Sometimes we tend to look too high; it’s beneath us to stoop and we end up missing what is offered up so freely. Think of the shepherds that were first given the message about the birth of this special baby boy. Many of us would have stumbled over the directions without a GPS. “You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger” – a feeding trough more like! It wasn’t a palace and most likely smelled like any other barn.

Contrary to what many children’s stories say, I am pretty sure the baby did cry. There were no photographers from the local papers, no camera crews from the TV stations nor any superstars or dignitaries. Not what you would expect to launch The Messiah into this world!

MONDAY NIGHTS - The Windsor Classic Chorale is looking for new members. Rehearsals are Monday nights from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. in South Windsor. We perform 3 - 4 concerts a year. Call the director at 310-292-8444.

TUESDAYS - Epilepsy Support group meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at the Windsor United Way office, 300 Giles Blvd. E., Windsor. New members welcome. Info: Windsor/Essex Epilepsy Support Centre, 519-890-6614, epilepsywindsor@epilepsysupport.ca or visit the website at www.epilepsysupport.ca.

WEDNESDAYS - Are you looking for food and fellowship? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 for more information.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS ARE NEEDED to transport people in Essex County and Chatham-Kent for dialysis treatments. Reimbursement of mileage is at .40 cents per km driven. We are in need of volunteer drivers to provide these essential appointments. To volunteer call 519728-1435, long distance 1-855-728-1433, or visit us at 499 Notre Dame St., Belle River.

IF YOU HAVE PARKINSON and would like to join our group for information, exercise and support, come by Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to the Half Century Club, 160 Talbot St. E. Leamington.

12-STEP PROGRAM FOR ABUSE FOR WOMEN AND MEN. BE SPA (Beyond Emotional, Sexual, Physical Abuse) is a 12-step program for abuse, modeled after AA (Alcoholics Anonymous). Move beyond the victim to victor! Address the core issues of the deep hurts that are affecting your life, resulting in poor relationships with yourself and others. Find inner peace, overcome the survivor/victim role and become the VICTOR! The power of this program takes you to a healing place that lasts a lifetime. Sessions Wednesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville. For information call Connie at 519-325-0723.

MALE SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE SEEKING COUNSELLING SERVICES can contact the Sexual Assault Crisis Centre of Essex County at: Crisis Line: 519-253-9667. Office line: 519-253-3100. The Sexual Assault Crisis Centre has 25 years of experience providing profession counselling services to male survivors of sexual abuse within Windsor and Essex County. Services are free. THE ESSEX COUNTY AMATEUR WINEMAKERS GROUP IS SEEKING NEW MEMBERS. Share tips, source supplies, taste and learn from other home winemakers. There are social events, tours, dinners and an annual wine competition. Some members grow and press their own grapes; some buy and blend juices; others use unusual fruits like elderberries and cherries. Membership $25 per year per couple. For info

contact Jim Trofin: ctrofin@cogeco.ca

MONDAY, DECEMBER 19 - Food & Fellowship Supper 5:00-6:00 pm at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., for those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge. All welcome.

CHRISTMAS DINNER - Those who will be alone or those who will go without please join us for our annual Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day, December 25, 12:00 noon. The Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican) 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Call 519-326-3111 to register by December 20th. A special invitation to shut-ins; if you are unable to join us, we will be pleased to deliver yor meal. There is no cost or obligation.

DECEMBER AND JANUARY - $10 Holiday Challenge: Kittenaide needs to feed and care for the abandoned cats and kittens in the program throughout the winter months. Donate $10 for December or January. Also, sponsor a cat for Christmas for $20. You get a photo & bio, kitty gets a treat & toy. For info call 519-324-2729.

JANUARY 12 - FEBRUARY 9 - FREE 5-Week Prenatal Class, Thursdays in Leamington. Have you recently become pregnant? The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be providing free prenatal classes in Leamington. These free classes are taught by a Public Health Nurse. Call 519-326-5716 ext 2100 for time, location, and to register.

I am pretty sure this holiday is still my favorite and I plan to share it with my family. Time will be our gift to each other, and perhaps if Santa finds us maybe he could fulfill just one more wish!

So here’s my lifelong wish

My grown-up Christmas list

Not for myself, but for a world in need

No more lives torn apart

That wars would never start

And time would heal all hearts

And everyone would have a friend

And right would always win

And love would never end

This is my grown-up Christmas list

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Boblo Island remembered: artists stir up memories

By Lloyd Brown-John

Many of us remember Boblo Island as that ultimate summer destination for fun, thrills, food, music and even romance. That wonderful historic island, strategically located in the Detroit River opposite Amherstburg, is the theme of a delightful series of paintings and prints by renowned local artist Ron Vermeiren and his partner Louise Carbonneau Vermeiren.

Lining the walls of Leamington’s Arts Centre on Talbot Street West, the Vermeirens offer a tantalizing, humorous, and often nostalgic look at what life once was in those heady and optimistic days of summer youth past.

An average of 100,000 people a summer visited Boblo and many thousands of local young people had exciting summer jobs “on the island? Remember getting to work from Amherstburg from the old dock and the ferry across the river? Remember the sounds and smells as cool island mornings transformed into hot summer days? Remember the whistle of the ferries coming down or returning to Detroit? Remember the bustle of people and the squeals as riders dared the rides?

But competition from an Ohio amusement park and a general change in recreational interests led to closure of the park in 1993.

Yet memories linger on. How many romances were spawned by moonlight cruises on those wonderful old Boblo boats, the ferries Ste. Claire and Columbia? How many thrills were had from the rides? And how many tummy aches were the result from overeating hot dogs and fried onions and popcorn? How many lingered a day in the shade when the alternative was the heat of a city?

The Vermeirens have captured so many of these lingering memories in spectacular and haunting paintings of Boblo –the Boblo boats, the rides, and perhaps most importantly the people. Remember the crowds lined up for the ferris wheel?

The art show is a wonderful wander into a past where amusement was real and not some electronic concoction. Check it out for a pleasant return to a world of enchantment. An added feature of the current Vermeirens show at the Arts Centre is Ron Vermeiren’s print series on lighthouses of the upper Great Lakes. Each print comes with a map on the back showing the lighthouse location.

Nostalgic memories of Boblo can be viewed until Dec. 23 at Leamington Arts Centre. Boblo retrospective – a delightful winter refuge where summers long past live on.

Council Shorts from Dec. 5

Paying for a Sewer

Municipal Municipal Correspondent Correspondent

County firefighter training facility to be considered

A proposal has been brought to Leamington Council to consider a joint training facility for fire departments in the county. To this end, council has agreed to put money in the 2012 budget for a feasibility study.

An engineering report presented to Leamington Council a compromise method of paying for the proposed Bevel Line Sanitary Sewer. This project was initiated in 2008, but one snag to be overcome was how to fairly assess the cost to properties—especially those with limited development potential because they lie (at least partly) in the Sturgeon Creek flood plane where development is prohibited.

What the Consultants and Leamington’s Engineering Department have done is reduce some of the assessments and re-assign these costs to the municipality. The properties along Bevel Line will pay an estimated 73% of the cost. Having received approval from council, this proposal will now go to an open house with the affected property owners to see what their reaction is.

Committee of Adjustment Change

Leamington’s Committee of Adjustment currently has three members representing the public at large who have been appointed for the term of council. Two members of the committee are council representatives: Mayor John Paterson and Councillor Hilda MacDonald. These two appointments, by law, can only be for a year at a time. Consequently, at Monday’s council meeting Leamington Council had to decide what if any changes they wanted to make. Mayor Paterson indicated that he had enjoyed working on the committee, but that he was just too busy to continue. Council then nominated Councillor Larry Verbeke to succeed him, and voted to have Councillor MacDonald continue her contribution.

Harold Burton Gallery

Santa Claus Parade winners

Our Thanks & Holiday Best! Our Thanks & Holiday Best!

The Leamington & District Chamber of Commerce and the Community Christmas Parade Committee would like to thank our major sponsors: Leamington & District Chamber of Commerce, Essex Power, The Municipality of Leamington, Uptown BIA, Point Pelee National Park, Wal-Mart,Leamington Post & Tri Town News, and Blackburn Radio.

We would also like to thank our other sponsors for their generous donations to help run the 2011 Annual Community Christmas Parade: ADT Transportation, Bonneau Transportation, Canada Post, Cavendish Farms, Centreline Equipment Rental, CF Greenhouses, CFTV 34, CR Music Room, H.J. Heinz, Janzen Equipment, JEM Limousine, Leamington Agricultural Society, Leamington Fire Department, Leamington Lion’s Club, Leamington Public Works, O.P.P., Public Safety Services, Realty House Sun Parlour, Rona-Truax, Southern Logistics, Toys for Tots, Wendy’s Restaurant, Williams Nursery and Windsor Family Credit Union.

Thank you to our judges : Charlie Wright - Leamington Deputy Mayor, Robin DeMars - Wal-Mart, and Shawn Bodle - Leamington Uptown BIA.

Thank you Cordell Green and Kevin Black from 92.7 Max FM for a job well done in announcing the parade. The crowd loved you guys!

Thank you to Larry and Marg Verbeke for taping the parade for all to see on CFTV 34.

Thank you very much to the Municipality of Leamington for bringing Santa and Mrs. Claus in on this spectacular float.

Thank you for all the hard work the Public Works Department did in helping us prepare for another successful parade.

Thank you to all the volunteers, the police, the town employees, and to everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the 2011 another successful Community Christmas Parade. We couldn’t have done it without you!

The Community Christmas Parade Committee would like to congratulate:

Best Church: Salvation Army

Best School: Cardinal Carter

Best Non-Profit: 2nd Scouting

Honorary Mention: SpEqTRA

Best Commercial: DeGoey’s Nursery & Flowers

Honorary Mention: Security One

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And finally, thank you to all the participants - all your hard work on the floats was spectacular! Our Christmas Parade is the best way to bring the community together with such bright lights, lively floats and much enthusiasm!

Best Church: Salvation Army

Best Commercial - Honorary Mention: Security One

Best Non Profit: 2nd Scouting

Best School: Cardinal Carter Secondary School

Best Commercial: DeGoey’s Nursery & Flowers

(Southpoint Sun Photos)

WFCU opens their doors in Leamington

(Continued from front)

WFCU has already aligned themselves with a number of worthwhile initiatives including the Leamington and Area Toys 4 Tots Program and has plans to launch the WFCU Leamington Community Investment Youth Scholarship Program. The Scholarship Program will focus on demonstrated commitment to community involvement and leadership within the community.

Contributing to the development of the business community, WFCU has committed to become the Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce overall lead corporate sponsor.

Watch for the WFCU brand on the green as they are lead sponsor of the Leamington District Hospital Foundation Golf Tour-

nament. This initial investment of $20,000 through these four initiatives will grow as WFCU becomes more involved and connected the Leamington community.

Committed to the communities it serves, WFCU is proud to display the Imag-

ine Caring Company logo and is one of only 100 companies in Canada to do so.

Every year hundreds of local community organizations experience first hand the benefits of WFCU’s overall Community Investment Program. WFCU is the largest credit union in Essex

County and seventh largest in Ontario.

WFCU stresses the importance of quality by maintaining an internal 5 Star Quality Program. WFCU membership is open to anyone who lives and/ or works in Windsor, Essex County and Ontario.

Barb Towns, Manager, Sales and Service opens the door to WFCU’s new Leamington retail branch location on Monday morning, December 12 as an eager group awaits to be the first customers.

The Sun Parlour Players Children’s Theatre performed at the fundraiser “Let the Show Begin”. Money will go toward renovating The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. (Photo by Dave Owens)

Nick Tiessen performed at “Let the Show Begin”, a fundraiser hosted by the Sun Parlour Players on Dec. 1 at Colasanti’s for the Bank Theatre and Meeting Place. Over $10,000 was raised by the 250 people in attendance. (Photo by Dave Owens)

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students who attained an overall average of 80% of higher. In all, 16 grade 9 students, 30 grade 10s, and 33 grade 11s made the grade. The Principal’s Honour Roll rewards students who have achieved a mark of 80% or better in ALL of their classes. In grade 9, 19 students were honoured, while 17 grade 10 and 31 grade 11 students achieved this status.

The annual Cardinal Carter Academic Awards Ceremony was held in the auditorium on Thursday, November 24. The night was a celebration of student excellence for the 20102011 school year. The night opened with guest speaker Dr. Joseph Daher. Dr. Daher graduated from Cardinal Carter in 2003 and continued his post-secondary studies at Logan University in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Dr. Daher currently operates the Advanced Wellness Centre in Leamington where he practices outpatient physical rehabilitation and manual therapy. Dr. Daher shared his experiences of how his time at Cardinal Carter prepared him for the challenges that he would later face in both his post secondary education and his career. He went on to congratulate all the students and parents present for their accomplishments and stressed to the students that they should make use of the opportunities given to them and aspire to be something great.

The presentation of awards began with subject awards which recognize the students who received the highest mark in an individual course. This was followed by the Honour Roll awards, recognizing

Math Awards were next on the agenda. Students were recognized in each grade with respect to their success in various math contests written throughout the year. The top performers were Michelle Asselin in grade 9; Haley Clark, Sarah Saido and Anthony Thachuk in grade 10; and Calvin Colaizzi and Patrick Malolepszy in grade 11.

The night ended with the presentation of the academic proficiency awards, recognizing the student with the highest overall average in each grade. Michelle Asselin was the grade 9 winner with an average of 92.75%. Haley Clark and Madison Keller tied for the grade 10 proficiency award with an average of 93.3125%. In grade 11, Kara Jones claimed the title of highest achiever with a 95.83 % average. Congratulations to all of the students recognized and to their families for supporting their efforts throughout the year. We are proud of all of you and wish you continued success this year!

Academic proficiency winners, from left to right: Kara Jones (grade 11), Haley Clark (grade 10), Madison Keller (grade 10), Michelle Asselin (grade 9). (Submitted photo)

Goodfellows Can Drive Results: Lions break school record!

The Goodfellows Can Drive was once again a huge success! The grand total of cans collected was 39,083. The senior students at Leamington District Secondary School showed remarkable spirit, determination, organization and enthusiasm. The competition between the boys and girls was very close, although the boys pulled ahead by collecting over $4,700 in monetary donations while the girls added nearly $4,000. This combined total set a new school record in terms of monetary donations. In all, the girls collected the equivalent of 18,350 cans and the boys, 20,733 cans. This was the first year the boys won in the past five. Of course, the real winners are the families in the greater Leamington and Wheatley area who will receive a bountiful Goodfellow Christmas basket thanks to the efforts of LDSS students.

Students will be helping the Goodfellows this week as they sort cans, make up baskets and deliver them.

Council shorts

Tree By-law Updated

Municipal council updated their tree protection by-law Monday night. In brief, the by-law says: “1) No person may plant or remove a tree on a municipal road allowance or other municipal property without the permission of the municipality;

2) No person may damage a tree on municipal property;

3) Municipally owned trees must be protected from excavation or construction on private lands; and

4) Property owners must maintain trees on private lands that overhang or interfere with the use of municipal property or endangers the health or safety of the public.”

Both Councillor MacDonald and the Mayor were surprised that the municipality needed this by-law update, but they were assured that tree issues are a frequent problem.

As part of the by-law, there is a policy that dictates what species of trees may be planted on municipal property. Of course, as in any policy that attempts to be comprehensive, there are strange anomalies. Only “deciduous” trees are allowed, but the Larch (genus Larix), the only deciduous conifer, is not welcome. (It is obvious that what is intended is only broad leaf trees are desired.) Of the over 100 species of maple that are native to North America and the 10 that are native to Canada and the 7 species native to this region, only the Norway Maple, originally introduced from Europe, is on the ‘acceptable’ list. Well-known, popular and valuable species of native trees were absent from the list, possibly covered only by the generalization that native species

should be given preference.

I could go on and on, but will spare you. In fact, the list just includes trees that are available locally and was developed in consultation with tree nurseries in the area. Probably a better policy would have been to simply specify trees that are not permitted, either because they pose a sight-line hazard (conifers), a public health hazard (poison-sumac and poison-oak), a danger from thorns (the hawthorns), or are particularly pest- or disease-prone (the locusts and ashes).

We are looking for students who are interested in pursuing an education in health care and likely to return to work in our community. We want to improve and grow the health care services in this region.

Award Type: Scholarship Amount: $500

Number of Recipients: Two students annually Category of Study: Health Care Related Application Deadline: May 10th, 2012

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be in the graduating year of uninterrupted full-time studies in high school OR currently enrolled in a health care field.

• Present a minimum cumulative average of 80%

• Has filed an application to attend a college or university upon graduating from High School

Application form:

• Please visit WWW.LDHC.CA to download application form OR

• Pick up form at 8 Clark

Leamington,

It is about you, your dreams and aspirations, and your perseverance to succeed.

Good luck to all applicants from the LDHC team. And thank you for letting us be a part of your dental health care team for the past 25 years!

League leaders Mooretown 7-2. Pictured here is Larry with Wheatley Shark player Brett Bowman who scored his first goal as a Shark that night. The Sharks currently sit in third

place in the South Division of the Great Lakes Junior C Hockey League behind Essex and Belle River. Larry was also presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the Municipality of Chatham-Kent to Mr. Wheatley, Mr. Hockey, Mr. Fundraiser; a former Reeve, Deputy-Reeve and Councillor of Wheatley.

Cool plants for the holidays

For those of you that are not fond of the traditional red or white poinsettia, there are other plants available to decorate your home during the festive season. Consider cyclamen, azaleas or Norfolk pine. Cyclamen are one of my favorite, in colors ranging from deep red to snow white and many pastel shades. Cyclamen plants grow from tubers and do well in temperatures below 65 degrees. They will rot easily, so when watering use care to keep away from the crown of the tuber and water around the edges of the pot. Keep the soil moist but not soaking wet and in a well-lit area, and your cyclamen will remain attractive for several months.

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Azaleas are also a favorite, with colors ranging from white, pinks, salmons and reds. Azaleas will also do well in temperatures below 68 degrees.

When selecting an azalea plant, do not be tempted to purchase a plant in full color. For best results, choose a plant showing little color and lots of buds.

Azaleas prefer to be kept moist, but not standing in water. Leaves will begin to fall if the plant is allowed to dry out. For maximum performance, place your azalea in an area where it will receive at least 4-5 hours of light per day.

Norfolk pine are becoming more popular in homes during the holidays, and also do well in cooler temperatures.

Norfolk pine is a conifer with flat branches covered with short dark green needles and can be decorated in place of the traditional Christmas tree. This pine will tolerate low-

er light, but with time will droop and new growth will be weak and pale in color.

Browning needles and lower branches dying is a sign of low humidity and dry soil.

Like many indoor plants, the cooler temperatures of winter make it imperative that they are not over watered and have ample light.

With high heating cost and everyone becoming more conscious about our environment, we are lowering temperatures in our homes. As we enter the holiday season, using these cool blooming plants will

and add seasonal

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Bennie Eco Team celebrates with gingerbread!

Mrs. Epp and the Eco Team at M.D. Bennie Public School enjoyed some gingerbread cookie decorating to celebrate their efforts caring for our school and environment! Thank-you to Mrs. Epp and the Eco Team for encouraging their school community to care of our earth. Members of the Eco Team are, back row left to right: Mrs. Epp, Mackenna Simpson, Dawson Baldwin, Misael Guenther, Rayna Chrcek, Adan Martinez, Miss Susan Ross. Middle rows: Jessica Bueckert, Madison Dekok, Lena Teichroeb, Jasmine Schmitt, Ashley Buston-White, Jessica Weil, Beyonca Kelley. Front rows: Hannah Chacko, Devon Bazala, Lauren Moody, Macy Featherstone, Rilee Arthurs, Tina Hiebert, Destiny Ross, Keagan Chambers, Brenda Reimer, Chloe Mills. Absent: Israel Guenther, Gabby Hurdle, Amber Buston-White.

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J.S. Bach and The Windsor Symphony raise the roof in Leamington

By Lloyd Brown-John

The J.S. Bach Christmas Oratorio featuring more than 50 musicians, soloists and choral artists offered a packed house audience at the Leamington United Mennonite Church an amazing evening of historic Christmas music. The music, composed in 1734, is well known to Europeans as a special Christmas event.

Led by dynamic and enthusiastic guest conductor Kevin Mallon of Ottawa and Toronto, the WSO seemed almost jubilant as it was directed through the often-complex world of

Bach’s Christmas Oratorio. This oratorio is actually a series of 6 cantatas written to be performed on six days of Christmas – Christmas Day, Day of the Annunciation, Adoration of the Shepherds, Naming of Jesus and the Circumcision, Journey of the Magi, and the Epiphany or Day of the Adoration of the Magi.

The WSO concert was a sampling from all six cantatas. The cantatas consist of choral segments, interspersed with recitativos by soloists (recitativos move the story along –sort of a narration in music) and an assortment of arias by some very spectacular soloists.

Tenor Joseph Schnurr did a remarkable job of actually

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

60 Erie Street N., Leamington 519-326-3111

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 a.m.

Calvary Church North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 a.m.

BAPTIST

Calvary Baptist Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644

Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 a.m. (German), 10:30 a.m. (English)

Sonshine Lutheran

194 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-398-8179

Thurs. Bible Study 7 p.m.

3rd Sat of mth Worship Sercvice 6:30 pm

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services

10:50 a.m. (Summer 10 a.m.)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services

9:15 a.m. (German), 10:45 a.m. (English)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Leamington United Mennonite Church

78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.

Summer Worship Services

9:30 a.m. (German), 10:15 a.m. (English)

Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

South Point Community Church 55A Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10 a.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

285 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-322-2316

Sunday Worships 9:15 & 11 a.m.

Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

English/Spanish 6:30 p.m.

Templo Christiano De Leamington

39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 p.m.

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 p.m.

United Pentecostal Church

312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Sunday Masses: 7:30 a.m. (English) 10:30 a.m. (English/Children’s Liturgy) 10:30 a.m. (OLBS, Wheatley, English), 3 p.m. (Spanish), 7 p.m. (Youth)

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. (English)

Sunday Masses: 9 a.m. (Italian, English), Noon (Portuguese, English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 a.m. (Lebanese, English)

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

Mersea United Church 1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157

Sunday Worship Services 9:30 a.m.

telling the story on the origins of Joseph, Mary and Jesus, and his style was to engage the attention of his audience in his telling of the tale. Mezzo-soprano Maria Soulis was stunning as she carried the tale of birth and redemption along in a voice of pure beauty.

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Other soloists included soprano Virginia Hatfield, who has a magnificent range and was able to carry her voice to all those high notes which make the Oratorio so beautiful. Giles Tomkins, bass-baritone, with his powerful voice captured the mystic and the glory of the Christmas miracle in magnificent fashion as he carried the audience along. And there was so much more for the WSO audience. Joel Tranquilla, conductor of the Windsor Classic Chorale, had prepared the 25-member choral group in precision fashion. Maestro Mallon benefited from the certainty of the Chorale’s precise enunciation of many of the Old German words and phrases. The result was a feast for the ears and an inspiration to the spirit.

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Local team addresses medical needs in Guatemala

On November 4, 16 people from the Windsor-Essex County area departed from Detroit Airport to fly to Guatemala as part of Guatemala Hope’s medical outreach. They were joined in Guatemala City by 7 other missionaries to form the medical team that would provide a temporary medical clinic in two small villages in the far south of Guatemala. The area around El Triunfo and Los Tiestos had been ravaged by rain over the previous months and flooding of the villages and loss of crops meant people were hungry, and many were suffering from various illness related to the flooding.

The two physicians on the team and one nurse practitioner assessed patients for respiratory infections, skin diseases, parasites, gastritis, arthritis, diabetes, to name a few of the ailments. A support team of 7 nurses, translators and a pharmacist worked diligently to create a smooth clinic experience for the patients.

After seeing a doctor for assessment, the families then waited for the medication to treat their problems. This medication was given to them at no cost, provided through the generous donations of the Canadian community to Guatemala Hope. The pharmacist with her medication administration team worked hard to deliver the medication in Spanish with Spanish labels and clear directives.

Fr. Frank Murphy supported the team and also provided religious celebrations for the Catholic community there.

Two cooks and a handyman rounded out the team to ensure healthy, happy medical staff.

By the end of the week they had taken good care of 1208 people, identified 35 people for further hospital treatment, and met with the local health committee and midwives to provide ongoing care in the village. Supplies and medication were donated to local clinics and a hospital in Antigua.

It was another successful mission… thanks to the dedication and hard work of each and every person on the team.

Pictured above is a Windsor-Essex County team comprised of doctors, nurses, a pharmacist, clergy, cooks and a handyman who went to Guatemala in November to provide

people in the area around El Triunfo and Los

Thursday, December 8th

Flyers 11 – St. Thomas 5

The Flyers got their 4th consecutive win on home ice when they defeated the St. Thomas Stars 11-5 last Thursday. It was the most goals the Flyers have scored in a single game this season.

Nick Nicodemo led the way with a hat trick and two assists. “It’s nice but when you score eleven goals it kind of dims it down a bit,” Nicodemo admitted about the first hat trick and first five point game of his Junior B career. “But it’s nice to get points because I haven’t had a lot lately.”

Additional scoring was done by Cheyne Matheson (one goal, three assists), Alex Seguin (two goals, one assist), Tyler Quigley (one goal, two assists), Kyle Bowman (one goal, two assists), Nick Beaune (one goal, one assist), Chris Scott (one goal) and Tony Spidalieri (one goal). Ron Soucie had three assists while goalie Darien Ekblad earned his 7th win of the season making 38 saves. “We needed that game because we’ve been struggling to score goals lately,” said Flyers head coach Tony Piroski, adding that the team spent two hours working on shooting drills at practice earlier last week. “We got some breaks around the net and we took advantage of them. I think we are a better goal scoring team than what the stats have shown.”

Saturday, December 10th

Flyers 5 – Lambton Shores 0

On Saturday, the Flyers snapped a five game road losing streak when they blanked the Lambton Shores Predators 5-0. Ron Soucie, Nick Nicodemo, Matt Ogden, Cheyne Matheson and Dakota Olvin tallied the goals while Alex Seguin had 3 assists to extend his point streak to 21 games. Veteran goaltender Colin Greeley earned his second shutout of the season making 27 saves.

After struggling so many times on the road this season, Greeley said it was a great win for the whole team. “The guys were really pumped up. We had a good atmosphere about us in the room. We stressed to each other the importance of not letting up and keep fighting out there until the clock runs out. It was nice to see that effort, not to mention, it made the bus ride home more enjoyable.”

On a personal note, Greeley said it felt great to get the shutout but he’s also keeping things in perspective. “It was a great feeling. At this point in the season, I'm trying to simplify my game, working on fundamentals and just focusing on stopping the puck. It was a nice break to get, but it's just another game in the season.”

The Flyers are currently sitting in fourth place and are only two points away from being tied for second going into this week’s battles against their two closest rivals. Wednesday they visit the LaSalle Vipers who are currently in 8th place and Thursday they host the Chatham Maroons who are tied for fifth place.

reminder:THE ANNUAL TEDDY BEAR TOSS

is this Thursday, December 15th! Bring a new teddy bear or stuffed animal to the game and throw it on the ice after the Flyers score their first goal. All items collected will be donated to Toys For Tots in Leamington.

Upcoming Games:

HOME: Thursday, Dec 15 vs Chatham 7:10 pm Thursday, Dec 22 vs Lambton Shores 7:10 pm AWAY: Wednesday, Dec 14 @ LaSalle 7:00 pm

NOTES: Injury update: Eric Leardi remains out with an ankle injury but is hoping to return to action this week…Flyers rookie Darien Ekblad was called up to the Plymouth Whalers on Saturday to fill the empty spot that was left by goaltender Scott Wedgewood who is attending Team Canada’s National Junior Team selection camp. Southpoint Midget

Saturday…Brett Babkirk remains in fourth place for all defenceman in scoring for the Greater Ontario

(5 goals, 21 assists)…Veteran goalie Colin Greeley currently has the best

Last Friday the Flyers assisted with the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign at various locations around Leamington. Above, Darien Ekblad, Chris Scott, Dakota Olvin and Cheyne Matheson at Zellers.

Tony Spidalieri, Nick Beaune and Alex Seguin collect donationens at Metro.

Major goalie Brett Glasier backed up Colin Greeley on

Junior Hockey League with 26 points

Goals Against Average (2.86) in the Western Conferenc e.

Flyers forward Kyle Bowman backhands a shot on net as Austin Mattson looks on during the Flyers 11-5 win over St. Thomas last Thursday.(photo by Shelly Quick)

Sharks’ goalie best in the league

The Wheatley Sharks are sitting in third spot in the Great Lakes Junior C Hockey League, but their starting goalie Marc Tremblay has the best goals against average (GAA) in the league.

Tremblay, a returning player to the Sharks is a Stoney Point native who is currently at St. Clair College in the Police Foundation program. Tremblay currently has a 2.79 GAA after Monday’s win over the Blenheim Blades 4-2. He is also tied for the most wins in the league at 12 and six losses. In second spot in the league is Zakk Olvin of the Belle River Canadiens with a 2.81, followed by Dylan Vanderpol of the Blenheim Blades with a 3.07 GAA.

The Sharks are currently sitting in third spot in the South Division with 31 points, which is also third position in the Great Lakes League. In first place is Essex 73’s with 43 points, followed by Belle River with

38 points. (All stats as of Tuesday, December 13)

Flyers players Chris Scott, Kyle Bowman, Brett Babkirk and Colin Greeley participated in public skating at the Kinsmen Complex on Sunday where they got to skate around with some future Flyer hopefuls.

Atom Majors come up short

Uni-Fab Atom Majors hosted a return game with Tecumseh Eagles Saturday and saw the Eagles come out on top 4-2.

The Caps took an early lead in this game seeing Trent Pickle bang home a rebound from the F2 position. Collecting assists on Pickle’s goal were Evan Nassif and Nico Gualtieri. The Eagles added two goals in the second frame for a 3-1 lead. Caps worked hard in the third and drew within one off the stick of a call-up from the Atom Minor team Brayden Zuibeuma. Hayden Pilmer picked up the lone assist on Zuibeuma’s goal.

Tecumesh added another goal late in the third for the 4-2 win.

Sunday the Caps traveled to Windsor, only to get thumped 10-4. Not one of the team’s best efforts, as the team gave up 3 power play goals in this game. Gualteiri got 2 goals with singles going to Cam Taouil and call-up Addison Major from the Atom Minors. Matt Carvalho collected 3 assists, Major had 2 and singles went to Pickle and Ben Zylstra.

There were spotty efforts in this game from the team, but Windsor kept the pressure on the D all night. The coaching staff cannot stress the importance of a whole team effort for three periods and on every shift. If not, the scoreboard will tell the story at the end of the game.

The Caps. next game is Friday night 8:15 at home against Erie North Shore Storm.

Curling teams on a roll

By Gordon Wonnick

Sun Parlour curling teams have been doing very well in various bonspiels in the region. Previously a number of successes enjoyed by men’s teams have been reported, but now it is the ladies turn. I chuckle a bit to myself when I read in the Windsor Star that a Windsor team won a game over a London team in a ladies bonspiel in Chatham, I am happy to report that a Sun Parlour team skipped by Julie Armstrong with strong support from Joan Kettle, Darlene Graham and Linda Verhoeven not only won a game – they won their entire draw. Good curling, girls.

Recently I reported that Bonnie Hyatt’s team won the right to represent our zone in the regional Ontario Intermediate championship finals and at the time of that report Cathy Moncur’s team was still in the running. I am pleased to report that Cathy’s team is advancing to the regionals as well. We wish both teams continued success. In other action, a Sun Parlour team skipped by Will Patkau helped by his wife Linda at third, Wayne Quinn at second and Carol Quinn at lead competed in the Senior Games in Kingsville and brought home the gold medal in curling. Nice going, folks. In other exciting news, the junior curling program – which got off to a late start – has turned out to be a fantastic success. The kids are enjoying good instruction from qualified instructors and most importantly are having a fun time. I will attempt to have a full report on the juniors next week.

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Pre-holiday 1 month membership for December - to help you get at jumpstart on your exercise routine before the new year arrives!

Fill out your Christmas Wish List with all kinds of Complex options! Purchase memberships or Gift Certificates in any $ denomination.

• 3 month New Year Shape-up Special $115.00 & HST - always proves to be a BIG HIT!

• Youth will love a Skate/Swim/Gym pass to keep them active this winter

• Student memberships

• Program Card - take part in any of our 50 Fitness or Aquafitness classes

• Personal Training or Nutrition & Wellness Coaching - gift certificates. Shopping is made easy at the Complex with the diverse range of programs that we offer for everyone on your Christmas list.

Book your Holiday Work Party or Team Party at the Complex! Select an hour of Swimming or Skating, or a Fitness Activity Class, followed by a pizza party for the whole gang!

Ice available for Rent - Gather your friends together for an outing of fun skating or a pick-up hockey game. It’s good refreshing Canadian fun on the ice at the Unico Arena!

HOLIDAY DAY CAMP - is offered on Fri. Dec. 23rd (a PA Day from school) and during the holidays from Mon. Jan 2nd – Fri. Jan. 6th. Ages 4 – 7 & 8

– 12 will have fun swimming, skating, doing crafts and playing games galore. Plus the 8 – 12 age group will have the popular ‘You’re the Chef’ program again.

Tim Hortons sponsors Free Holiday Skates from Mon. Jan 2nd to Fri. Jan. 6th from 1 -3 pm each day. Bring the whole family to skate on the Unico Ice!

Check out the Activity Guide on line: www.leamington.ca/recreation/Guide Complex Membership rates for 2012 will remain the same as 2011!

We have something for every...body!

Sharks beat up on North Division leaders

On Monday, December 5th the Wheatley Sharks took on the Mooretown Flags. Riley Babkirk got things rolling for Wheatley early in the first period when he picked the top corner. Earning assists were Jesse Martin and Austin Fontaine. Spencer Bronzi tied the score midway in the first when a Wheatley defenseman coughed up the puck and Spencer scored over Marc Tremblay’s shoulder. Just before the period ended Craig Adamson scored on a nice pass to give the Sharks the lead heading into the second period. Riley Babkirk and Austin Fontaine assisted on Craig’s goal.

Just 46 seconds into the second, Riley Babkirk received a great pass from Brian Johnson and he came out from behind the net to tuck it into the corner for a power play marker. Sebastian Kanally got a pass from Brett Bowman to up the lead. Again, just before the period ended, Sebastian Kanally with a pass from Kevin Sawatzky blasted one by the Mooretown goalie from the left slot.

Alex Dawson got Mooretown’s second goal on a low shot that eluded Marc Tremblay for a power play marker. Jesse Martin shoveled the disc into the Mooretown net with assists going to Riley Babkirk and Austin Fontaine. Then, on another power play, Wheatley rookie Brett Bowman scored his first goal of the year to give Wheatley a 7-2 win. Brian Johnson earned the assist.

With 2 goals and 2 assists, Riley Babkirk was definitely the number 1 star. Getting the second and third stars were Sebastian Kanally and Brett Bowman.

This win gives Wheatley 8 straight home victories, tied for Essex in this department.

On Wednesday, December 7 the Sharks travelled to Wallaceburg where they beat the Lakers by a score of 7–1. With this win Wheatley moves into third place in the entire league, one up on Mooretown. Also the one goal that Marc Tremblay allowed put him in the Goals Against Average for the league. His GAA is a sizzling 2.80.

Fifty-four golfers participated in the weekly golf at Colasanti’s and managed a remarkable 118 aces over 36 holds.

Murray Knox set the pace with 7 aces, followed by Audrey Knox, Gerry Wilkinson and Art Sweet all with 6. Five dropped for Lloyd Honey and Bill Mayville. Four were recorded by Mary MacCrae, Don Ribble, Ethyl Ferguson, Eleanor Wilkinson and Ken Brook. Coming in with 3 each were John Murphy, Marg Graham, Eleanor Brook, Stan Vickery, Laurie Hylton and

Doug Vickery. Two dropped for Marie Lasi, Julia Kos, Andy Orsini, Marg Ross, Neil Quick, Mary Binder, Angus MacCrae, Loretta Carter, Mary Ann Vickery, Winnie Moore, Frank Lasi, Ernie Vandenberg, John Unrau, Janet Annison and Moe Scratch. Recording 1 each were Shirley Thiessen, Nancy Hill, Ruth Crossland, Eva Kos, Mike Binder, Gary Honey, Gerrit Vriesen, Betty McManus, Cam Keith, Kathy Bradley, Linda Walsh, Rose Taylor, Bill Ward, Bill Taylor and Colleen Pearse.

A tie for 1st place with a 232 went to team 2 (Lloyd Honey, Mary MacCrae, Shirley Thiessen and team Kings (Kathy Bradley, Bill Mayville, Laurie Hylton).

A 236 nailed down second place by team 8 with Marg Graham, Liz Scratch and Eleanor Wilkinson. An unusual 3-way tie for 3rd place occurred when team Aces (Marie Lasi, Murray Knox and John Murphy), team Jacks (Loretta Carter, Gerry Wilkinson, Cam Keith) and team 17 (Rose Taylor, Bill Taylor, Doug Vickery) all notched a 238. The lowest total score for 36 holes was recorded by Gerry Wilkinson with 69. Lloyd Honey and Bill Mayville were close behind with 70, Marg Graham recorded a 72, Frank Lasi and Art Sweet each had a 74, Murray Knox managed a 75, Andy Orsini and Laurie Hylton a 77, Doug Vickery at 78 and Bill Ward notched a 79.

Lowest round for 18 holes went to Marg Graham with a tidy 33.

Banners causing a flap

By Sheila McBrayne

About four times a year Leamington’s Home Hardware store on Erie Street North has a Paderno Factory Sale inside the store.

Owner Wayne Young hangs a banner on the side of the store to let people know of the upcoming sale. The banner is sent to him by Paderno to use. “I put the banner up on Tuesday and I’ll take it down this weekend when the sale is over,” said Young on Friday after receiving a notice from one of Leamington’s municipal enforcement officers, Bob Aho. The banner is in contradiction of the Municipality’s new sign by-law passed in March of this year. If fined, the charge is $125.

The by-law states that banners are not allowed, unless they are for a charity event, have permission from Council or if they were already up prior to the sign by-law being passed. “This is not the only notice that has gone out… Other sign by-law infraction notices have been issued since we (Council) passed the by-law,” said Aho. Banners that were in place before March are grandfathered in, but may not be replaced when they become torn or outdated.

“I just have to ask if this is really good for the town? Is it in the town’s best interest to work against, instead of with businesses?” questions Young. “If we flourish, the town flourishes… We’d love to grow and hire more employees, but it’s a tough market right now,” said Young. “I just think they (the municipality) should be working with us,” he added.

Aho said that there has been some issues arise since the enforcement of the sign by-law began after it was passed. “We are going to look at the by-law again in the spring. We’re looking at allowing the banners, but maybe charging a fee. We’re looking at somehow accommodating them (banners) because they do play a role,” he said. Aho said that he has met with administration already to discuss concerns as they arise. “We’re not totally not

Novice Majors battle Ravens, Stars

The Southpoint Novice Majors had a busy weekend against both Essex and Amhersturg, but were unable to come home with a win.

On Sat. Dec. 10 the Capitals battled hard against the Ravens which proved to be a pretty intense match between the two teams. The first goal was scored in the first period by Thomas Jennings, assisted by Michael Vida and Hana LeClair. A second period-goal was scored by Michael Vida, assisted by Caleb Babkirk.

Josh Saad (20) earned the Capital’s Hard Hat for his position as a defenseman, making it a difficult challenge for the Ravens’ offense to score. He led Southpoint as their captain to the game against Amherstburg the next day. Final score: 3-2 Ravens.

The Capitals faced the Stars on Sun. Dec. 11 in a rather tough game. Southpoint gave it all they had defensively against Amhersturg, but unfortunately it just wasn’t enough.

Brennan Pulley (32) earned the team’s Hard Hat for his efforts on filling in as a defenseman when he normally plays forward, which can be very difficult when you are used to a certain position. He leads the Capitals as captain in a rematch against Essex on Sat. Dec. 17 at 3 p.m.

listening to people, but this is a small part of a larger by-law that has to be looked at and fine-tuned… We (Council) are looking at amendments,” Aho said.

“I believe the intent of the by-law was for banners used as permanent signs. We (Council) may look at allowing, but charging a fee for a temporary banner,” said Aho. Leamington Mayor John Paterson admitted that there are some areas of the sign by-law that may need to be looked at by Council in the future. “It is a living document; as we run into problems, we’ll deal with them… If we find we’re running into issues, we’ll pull it (the sign by-law) out and try again,” said Mayor Paterson.

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Longtime Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex member Luanne Oriet knit over 100 scarves, hats and mittens throughout the year, which she then donates to the Complex Community Tree! The items decorate the tree in December and are then donated to Children’s Aid Society and Salvation Army to hand out to those in need. The 30’ tall spruce tree was donated to the Complex by Alan and Jo-Anne Neufeld of Leamington. The Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex extends a Hearty HOHO-HO thank you to these people for sharing so generously during the Christmas season!

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Gavin comes to play every morning at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex Child Care Services while his Nonna works out at the Complex. Gavin was all decked out for the Christmas season with his Santa hat and his t-shirt which read: Who needs Santa? I’ve got Grandpa! (Photo submitted)

2011 Conservation Farm Award winner announced

The Winner of the 2011 Conservation Farm Award was announced at the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 1. The award is presented each year to the farming operation which best displays conservation-minded farming practices from those nominated.

The farms are graded on tillage practices, crop rotation, chemical use and storage, knowledge of fertility programs, Best Management Practices and overall farm maintenance. The winner is determined by a committee of Directors from the ESCIA.

This year the winner of the Conservation Farm Award is Karl Neudorf of Essex. Features of the Neudorf farm include: no-till cropping; crop rotation including corn, soybeans and wheat under seeded with red clover; ditch banks protected by vegetative buffer zones, windbreaks, rock chutes and two ponds. Other features include a passive solar heating system for his workshop, the establishment of new windbreaks using plastic mulch, and the use of mushroom compost as a soil amendment. Karl has participated in the Canada-Ontario Environmental Farm Plan program and has utilized ERCA’s Clean Water ~ Green Spaces grant program to implemented many Best Management Practices on his farm.

The Essex Conservation Farm Award is sponsored annually by the Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association, the Essex Conservation Club and the Essex Region Conservation Authority.

Nominations for the 2012 Conservation Farm Award are being accepted from now until September 8, 2012 with the winner to be announced at the ESCIA Annual Meeting next December. For more information on how to nominate an individual contact Michael Dick at 776-5209 ext. 369.

Exposure to violent video games can be damaging to kids, says Windsor RCC

The Windsor Regional Children’s Centre (WRCC), a children’s mental health multiple-service working with parents and community partners to address social, emotional and behavioral needs of children and adolescents, identifies that violent video games have a lasting negative effect on children and youth, particularly those who have a known or suspected mental health issue.

Video games have been available for over 30 years. They are a unique form of entertainment because they encourage players to become part of the game’s script. Today’s sophisticated video games require players to pay constant attention to the game, rather than be-

ing passive like watching a movie. This has both a positive and negative impact on children and adolescents. Although video games can improve skills such as reasoning and motor co-ordination, several studies confirm that constant interaction with the more violent video games makes children more aggressive, become more confrontational with teachers and parents/caregivers, engage in fighting and bullying, and lose interest in school and social activity.

A study by Gentile & Anderson (2003) stated that playing video games may increase aggressive behavior because violent acts are continually repeated throughout the video game. Repetition has long

been considered an effective teaching method in reinforcing learning patterns. However, if the video game continues to display fighting, blood and death, that repetition can influence vulnerable children and youth by having a negative impact on their pro-social behavior.

“Violent video games can give children and adolescents with mental health issues a false sense of reality and can leave long lasting negative impressions,” said Renee Parsons, Manager, Service Coordination with the WRCC. “This is particularly true for children and youth who are immersing themselves in negative content and who do not have the skills or emotional maturity to understand what is being presented to them.”

Video games have a rating developed by the (ESRB) Entertainment Software Rating Board, a self-regulatory board developed by the video game manufacturers. The ESRB looks at a number of factors when rating games including the amount of violence, sex, controversial language and substance abuse found in games. For more information go to www.esrb.org

Crisis centre launches mental health program

24-hour help available for those in distress

December is the time of year when approaching holidays provide a joyous time for many, but unfortunately a difficult one for those suffering from severe depression and other mental illnesses.

In hopes of reaching out to some of the region’s most vulnerable citizens, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospital (HDGH) has launched its “Feeling Overwhelmed” mental health awareness campaign, focused on those in most immediate need of help during and after the holiday season.

The campaign focuses on the Community Crisis Centre, which includes a telephone line –519-973-4435 – that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It operates out of HDGH and provides immediate intervention for callers who feel overwhelmed by circumstances in their lives.

“Circumstances in our lives can overpower any of us,” said Dr. Sonja Grbevski, Director of the HDGH Mental Health Program. “If you call the Community Crisis Line, you will speak with a caring, dedicated health care professional who will provide you with crisis intervention.”

Other crisis intervention services at HDGH include:

• Walk-in visits to the Community Crisis Centre main office in the first floor of the Jeanne Mance Building, during business hours from Monday to Friday.

• A Mobile Crisis Team which responds to the client’s location throughout WindsorEssex County upon request, when it is safe to do so.

• Emergency Mental Health/Crisis services available on a 24-hour basis through the hospital’s Emergency Department.

On the hospital’s main website at www.hdgh.org, visitors can click on the “Feeling Overwhelmed?” button to learn more about the acute mental health services provided at HDGH. The site also provides brief descriptions of more commonly known mental health disorders including depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, as well as links to outside organizations whose sites carry the latest research and facts about causes, symptoms and treatments.

In most cases, crisis calls are associated with fear, anxiety, substance use/abuse, depression, and concerns with financial, relationship and abuse issues. Through the crisis telephone line, staff can offer a variety of services to the distressed individual. In some cases, mobile visits are made, which allows for greater access to sustain and support the individual in their natural environment.

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