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Oldtimers’

hockey game this

Saturday

This year’s Oldtimers’ Hockey Challenge Classic will be different than the past 10 years as former players from the Boston Bruins will take to the ice at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex on Saturday, February 18 at 6 p.m.

“We’re going to have quite a different format this year as the Boston Bruin Almuni team featuring Ray Bourque, Rick Middleton, Terry O’Reilly, Rick Smith, Dave Ellett, Chris Nilan, Ken Linseman, Mike Krushelnyski, Tom Fergus, Bob Sweeney, Danile Marois, all former Bruins will be playing,” stated OPP Constable Kevin O’Neil.

This is the 11th year for this game and it has become a great annual event in the community. All proceeds will once again be donated to WE Care for Kids.

“Since our first game in 2002 we have now donated $210,000,” said O’Neil.

Tickets are $5 each, available at the Leamington KinsmenRecreation Complex, Scotiabank, Source for Sports, Bowman Sports and the Sportsden.

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Buy Fresh, Buy Local Farmers Market coming to Leamington

By Sheila McBrayne

Members of the Leamington District Agricultural Society have decided to bring back a local tradition – a Farmers Market.

According to Tammy Wiper, President of the Ag Society, their members have been in contact with some area growers to see if there would be interest in a year round Farmers Market to be held every Saturday, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the building formerly used by Leamington Gymnastics on Wilkinson Drive.

“We’ve had nothing but positive feedback so far,” said Wiper. This heated, 6,000-square-foot building has outlets for fridges and freezers as well, if needed. The building is currently used mostly just for storage, but Wiper said members are busy cleaning it out and plan to have a fresh coat of paint on the interior before the Farmers Market starts in April.

“Yes, the Farmers Market would be open to anyone who grows, makes or bakes items… We have so much produce in this area, and with the greenhouses we have year round produce available,” said Wiper.

The Farmers Market idea came from Ridgetown, where the Agricultural Society there started a similar Farmers Market three years ago and now enjoys busy Saturday mornings with neighbours, campers and visitors to the small town of 3,300. Colin Poole, Ridgetown Agricultural Society President, has been providing plenty of guidance to help the Leamington group get started.

“When Colin came to look at our space he said we had the perfect setting for a Farmers Market and because it’s inside and heated we can operate yearround. Ridgetown’s market is seasonal,” said Wiper. Wiper said the Farmers Market will focus on produce and all items made or grown locally. “We want diversity. No socks or t-shirt vendors. We don’t

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Kingsville enjoyed the Chocolate and Wine Pairing held at Pelee Island Winery on Saturday, February 11. Handmade icewine truffles made with Pelee Island’s Cabernet Franc Icewine were paired with a variety of wines. Pictured here, from left to right, are Ashley DeMarte, Christina Unis and Coleen Thibert.

Home invasion in Leamington

On February 13, in the early evening, Ontario Provincial Police were called to a residence in Leamington regarding a robbery.

A female victim received minor injuries when three assailants forced their way into her residence. A handgun was used during the robbery and items were taken from the home.

The Essex County OPP Major Crimes Unit is investigating. Police are asking for the public’s assistance in providing any information regarding this crime.

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want it to become a flea market,” she said. “Our slogan is, if you locally grow it, make it or bake it, and you’d like to sell it, give us a call.”

“We really want to push Leamington and Essex County; we just have so much here,” said Wiper.

The Ag Society is renting table space for $15 a week, but is offering the first two weeks FREE to give vendors a chance to try it out. Call the Agricultural Society office for details, 519-326-8082.

Wiper and her husband Dan, who is also the 1st Vice President of the Agricultural Society, spend most of their days – in full or in part – at the fairgrounds. “My husband does a lot of the maintenance work around here – thank God for him,” she said. The volunteers are part of the 20-member board of directors who volunteer countless hours to maintaining the 27-acre fairgrounds, its buildings and facilities. “We’re all volunteers here and we put in a lot of hours of work. I’m not complaining… I love it out here; it’s fun! If it’s not fun, it’s time to get out,” said Wiper. “We have a great core group of directors who have kept this fair going for years,” said Wiper. In fact, this year marks the 164th anniversary of the Leamington Fair. “We’re planning to really celebrate next year for our 165th anniversary!” she added.

Although fair time isn’t until June, the volunteers are busy year-round making sure everything is organized for those action-packed few days. “We’re right in the middle of fair stuff right now – making sure the schools have all the info for their entries… I stop into the Fair Board office every day to check in on things,” said Wiper. “I’m trying to teach my grandchildren about volunteering and how important it is to be involved and give your time,” said Wiper.

Spinning studio proposed for Rec Complex

By Bill Chaplin, Municipal Correspondent

For those of you who aren’t in the know when it comes to the latest fitness terminology, ‘spinning’ is the name given to indoor stationary bicycle riding on new, high-tech stationary bikes.

These pieces of equipment have micro-computers and electro-magnets that allow the bicycles to simulate hilly courses avid bicycle riders might encounter on competitive courses, and are a new ‘twist’ on aerobic fitness. Some studios even have flat screen televisions that project a course that corresponds to the changes in effort the bicycles inflict on their riders. (Leamington will not be springing for this refinement. Yet.)

In a report presented to Leamington Council Monday night, February 13, the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex administration proposed creating a specialized ‘spinning’ studio out of one of the squash courts in the complex. This proposal was spurred on with a commitment from the Leamington Triathlon Weekend Committee to dedicate $15,000 over three years to the project.

There are currently seven stationary bicycles used in a pilot spinning program that is always sold out. With municipal council’s approval of a $20,000 investment in creating the studio and purchasing new equipment it is hoped that there will be more participation and sufficient revenue generated to pay for maintenance and replacement of equipment over time.

The proposal was enthusiastically received by council. In the words of Councillor MacDonald, “I love it that we’re cutting edge!”

Is power a bit closer?

Mayor John Paterson reported on a meeting with officials of the Ontario Power Authority and Hydro One that were held in Leamington recently.

While no promises were made, Mayor Paterson is certain that the senior levels of these bodies are much more aware of the need for a new feed into Leamington.

While studies of existing and projected electricity needs must still be made to assemble the facts, the situation looks better for Leamington as a result of the effort of local business, agricultural, and municipal government representatives.

Municipality of Leamington needs more help

Bill Marck, Leamington’s Chief Administrative Officer, has proposed some changes in municipal staffing that would include two new dedicated positions.

The report proposing the changes was prepared because “the matter of staffing levels and workload distribution has been debated rigorously by the management team. The management team has worked on a number of scenarios, and has developed a plan that would result in staff being assigned to departments [rather than being assigned temporarily from a pool]. Administration examined what has changed i.e. service no longer provided in-house, and what tasks need to be addressed as part of good management practice.”

About 5 years ago a service review was completed to study staffing levels. Since then, major changes in work load have made the existing distribution of staff and the need for staff with specialized skills a problem. One of the areas suffering in the existing system is the Drainage department.

“There are over three hundred drains within the Municipality and approximately twelve hundred different drainage assessment schedules. Many files are outdated or unreliable as drainage assessment schedules have not been amended to address severances, apportionment agreements, etc. (back to the 1960’s).”

The report recommends one dedicated assistant for the short term. The other area short staffed is finance, where staff are seconded from their regular jobs to man the front counter. “While at the counter staff perform their regular duties i.e. taxes, payroll, accounts payable. This has put strain on staff to work the front desk and complete their work

assignments and meet deadlines.

Further, these jobs are changing. By way of example, the Tax Clerk not only answers numerous tax inquiries, administers the tax program, processes the actual tax notices but is now reviewing MPAC decisions, and assisting with preparation for Assessment Review Board hearings and tax sales.”

The only member of municipal council opposed to taking the recommended changes to budget session was DeputyMayor Charlie Wright. In outlining his reasons for opposition he said, “I think this is piecemeal”. He also suggested, “I think we should contract out...it’s not cost effective”. All other members of council agreed with Councillor Rick Atkin who suggested, “during the budget process we can have the appropriate discussions”. So, the report’s recommendation was supported and the issue will be debated at budget time.

Accepting change

It’s why we hold on to old friends, favourite jeans and comfortable furniture – no one likes change.

Think about your family, your job, your neighbourhood – it’s all changed, sometimes for the better and sometimes not, but it’s always changing. In fact, the only thing constant is change.

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We don’t all embrace change with the same zeal - in fact some people resist change. Most are threatened by change.

I’m only in my 40s and I’ve seen so much change, I can’t imagine what it must be like for our most senior citizens who have lived in a time without cars, planes and indoor plumbing! Things we take for granted were once a remarkable inventions or a new discovery.

When I started working at the newspaper in 1990, I used to manually develop the black and white film and spend an entire day in the dark room developing the prints for the paper. As technology changed, so did my job.

Darkrooms were soon re-

placed with one-hour photo finishing machines and now everything is digital – no prints at all. The courses I took in college barely resemble the industry we’re in now, and it all changed gradually, but naturally.

Although I love my favourite leather jacket and that college sweatshirt that’s riddled with holes, I realize that sometimes we have to pack up these tangible securities of times gone by and simply except change.

Speaking our mind

Recently I heard that speaking contests, oral presentations or speech writing, however you may remember it, has slowly over time been taken out of the school curriculum. Whether it is to protect our children from their fears or an uncomfortable situation, I don’t know for sure, but for me it was one of the most useful tools that I learned at school.

Speech and spoken words have always played a big role in my life. At a young age, my mother encouraged all of her children to not only participate in yearly speaking contests but to do so well and whole-heartedly.

I will never forget the year that my brother Fred spoke about H2O and I about colour. My mother would have each of us recite our speeches over and over and over again until the words that we spoke were memorized by heart and we slowly and clearly elocuted them.

Luckily, I am able to weekly give a message in words, and although they are not spoken aloud they transpire from moments in my life that have led me to wonder, question and contemplate and then share my thoughts with you.

The recent death of Whitney Houston brought many emotions to the surface. Even though we were not ini-

tially told the cause of her death, we speculate that her life for whatever reason was a trial for her. Many judge her and unfortunately, when it comes to ailments of the mind, we tend to become heartless. For too long now, the brain is and has been treated differently than the other organs in our body. Consequently, we feel justified in classifying people with ailments of the head as crazy, druggies, waste cases, among many of the critical remarks. We are much kinder to the organs riddled with cancer or other diseases.

My speech on colour started, “Mom, Dad, come quick, it’s a rainbow. Isn’t it beautiful? Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet”. Laurie, Leslie, John, Tom, Fred, Shannon and Stacey. You see these are the seven children in

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Point Pelee National Park welcomes visitors year round. - Visual Impressions by Tim Hayes

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our family and when I think of the rainbow, I think of each and every one of them and the personalities and the colours that reflect each of their personalities.

Eight years ago Blue died and with the loss of Fred, a wash of blue came over all who knew and loved him. Mental illness, unlike a cut on a knee, many times goes unnoticed and mistreated or ignored totally because, unlike an open wound, we cannot see its gash and its healing potential isn’t so easily witnessed.

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Unlike when we are with someone who may be battling cancer, we don’t freely discuss treatment and side effects of mental illness. Instead, it is greeted time and time again with silence or an old adage like “keep a stiff upper lip.” One of my favourite aunts would have said “a lip upper stiff”, which honestly is more realistic, since it is easier said than done.

Many of us may find relief when feeling grey by enjoying a sunny day, experiencing a rainbow or being the recipient of a hug from a loved one. But for many others, much more is needed and like Whitney Houston did, they reach out to drugs or alcohol to ease the pain.

We fail to support the ‘troops’ who battle mental illness, and in our world we lose more in that battle than double the number lost in armed combat yearly. Perhaps we could find a way to give them the armour they require to live safely and peacefully

“Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue” sang by Judy Garland, another tragedy of mental illness, leads me to think that perhaps we have to start looking at the entire rainbow or body as a whole, including the brain.

Red is energy, enthusiasm and filled with interest and passion.

Orange vibrates with joy. Orange lightens our minds and is gentle and warming.

Yellow brings about clarity of thought, orderliness, and is a source of creation.

Green is at the center of the colour spectrum and its energy contains harmony, sympathy and health. A lover of nature and the outdoors.

Blue is the colour of distance – oceans, skies and the heavens. Its energy brings about peace and understanding. Exposure to blue can increase confidence and boosts happiness levels.

Indigo is sedating and opens the door to the mystical borders. Its energy opens the subconscious, wisdom, intuition and psychic abilities.

Violet is the ray of spiritual mastery. It can be looked at as completion, as well as a beginning of energy. It is a combination of red and blue and its energy brings love for humanity, sparks imagination and inspiration.

The seven color rays are forces of endless energy and need each other to give off their true aura. Similarly, each and every part of our body functions as a part of the whole. It amazes me that we can somehow adapt to life without a limb, but without our mind functioning healthily, it can become difficult and sometimes impossible to drag our limbs out of bed.

Never underestimate the power of the mind and take time to give it the respect and care it deserves both emotionally and physically.

“Depression does hurt!” Speak out!

Robbery suspect arrested and charged

Police have arrested a man in connection with robberies in Wheatley and Comber on Sunday morning, February 5.

At around 6:00 a.m., a lone suspect entered the Mac’s Convenience Store located at 30 Talbot Street West, Wheatley. He produced a firearm, demanded money, and left with an undisclosed amount of cash. There were no injuries as a result of this incident and the firearm was not discharged. The Essex OPP attended a similar incident which occurred approximately an hour later at the Petro-Canada Truck Stop on Hwy 77 at the 401 in Comber, with similar suspect and vehicle description.

Following a unified effort between the Essex County OPP Crime Unit and the Chatham-Kent Police Service, along with the assistance of media partners, a suspect was identified for the two robberies. On February 7, 2012 the OPP R.O.P.E. Squad (Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement) located and arrested Jesse-Lee Butt, 21 years, of Leamington. As a result of this investigation, Butt has been charged with 15 criminal code offences:

• 2 counts of Use a Firearm in a Robbery.

• 2 counts of Carry a Concealed Weapon.

• 2 counts of Use a Firearm to Commit a Criminal Offence.

• 2 counts of Point a Firearm.

• 2 counts of Wearing a Disguise While Committing a Criminal Offence.

• 2 counts of Possess Weapon Dangerous to the Public.

• 2 counts of Breach of Undertaking.

• 1 count of Possession of Cannabis.

Police have not located the weapon used in this offence, and video indicates that the weapon may be a simulated firearm.

Police are still looking for witnesses and anyone who may have knowledge of this event.

If anyone can provide information, they are asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-3101122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

to have been accidental. Eighteen firefighters from the two departments arrived on the scene at just after 4 a.m. to a fully involved fire. The owner was away at the time of the fire. One firefighter was taken to hospital after being struck by an

Major increases to ERCA minor variances, consent apps

Essex Region Conservation Authority administration have reviewed the amount of time spent on Provincially mandated reviews they conduct for member municipalities and have concluded the cost to the authority is over $100,000.

Of this, only a fraction is recovered as fees paid by the users. In an attempt to approach provision of the services on a cost-recovery basis, the Conservation Authority board has approved fee hikes it hopes will recover about $60,000 in costs this year.

The increases are substantial. Minor Variance applications will rise from $50.85 to $115.00; Consent Applications, minor Official Plan Amendments and Single Family Residential Zoning By-Law Amendments will increase from $84.75 to $200; review of Site Plan Control documents will also rise to a $200 fee.

Where Leamington collects the fee on behalf of the Conservation Authority the Authority’s charge is clearly identified separately from Leamington’s fee.

12th Annual Festival of Ice

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BOTTOM RIGHT: Stephen Silvagoio and Justine Danford sampled some of the many treats dipped in the chocolate fountain.

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“California” Cucumber and Shrimp & Wasabi Bites

A twist on the traditional California roll, this tasty appetizer will be a hit at your next cocktail party!

Makes about 48 bites

8 Sunset® Mini Cucumbers

2 – 3 tsp wasabi paste

8 oz cream cheese, softened

2 tsp soy sauce

2 Tbsp minced pink pickled ginger (sushi style)

1/2 cup chopped cooked shrimp or crab meat, drained well

Garnish: sliced fresh chives or tobiko

Cut the ends off the cucumbers. Then cut each cucumber into 1” slices (6 pieces per cucumber). You should end up with about 48 slices. Using a small melonballer, scoop center of cucumber bite 3/4 of the way down, leaving a “bottom” intact. Set aside.

In a small bowl mash the wasabi, cream cheese, soy sauce and pickled ginger together with a fork until smooth and combined. Then mix in shrimp well.

Transfer cream cheese mixture into a piping bag with a plain round tip. Pipe about 1 teaspoon cream cheese mixture into each cucumber bite. Sprinkle with chives or tobiko before serving.

My Valentine’s Day massacres

You think that bloody incident in Chicago in ’29 was a February 14th fave? Hell, I’ve died a dozen times on Valentine’s Day since then, and most recently this past Thursday. More stupid than cupid, I have a tendency to fire arrows in my foot. This explains why I’ve come to shake like a wet dog as Valentine’s Day approaches. I just know there’s a very good chance something will go horribly wrong.

Bless her big heart, my lady friend surprised me with an interesting Valentine’s goodie. Knowing my love for the winged wheel of the Detroit Red Wings, she presented me with a beautiful white hockey jersey. Ellie had one made up for her too. That way, she figured, we could each don our new Red Wings jerseys for our special Valentine’s date at the hockey game in Detroit. Though I’m not really the kind of spectator who wraps themselves up in a fan flag and war paint, I thought to myself, “Yeah, it’ll be fun… why not?” My Valentine then had another surprise for me. She flipped the sweater around to reveal what she had screened on the back. Was it Gordie’s number 9? Nope. Hockeytown USA? Negatory. My sweater was a special edition and truly one of a kind. In bold red letters it stated JOHN LOVES ELLIE AND THE RED WINGS...VALENTINE’S 2012!

Maybe it was the panicked look on my face or my loss of words that underscored my reaction. What I was absolutely sure of was her reaction. If hurt, anger and embarrassment conspired to pack a punch, I took it on the chin.

I did my best to explain myself, about guys being squeamish about such “out thereness”, but it was like trying to stomp out a tire fire. I only made it worse.

Fortunately, time heals most wounds and by the time the 14th rolls around there’s a chance all will be forgiven, if not forgotten. Of course, that’s providing I don’t screw things up in the meantime. That could be accomplished any number of ways, such as presenting her with an article of clothing that is way too big, giving her a necklace that leaves a green mark, misspelling her name on a greeting card, or by publishing something embarrassing in the newspaper and online that causes her to cringe. Then again, what would the odds be of any of those things happening? Exactly

There was the time that I presented one of my past “lovers” a new puppy and flowers. By the time I rolled up to her place, the dog had chewed up all the flowers and then later crapped on her carpet as well. Nice.

Capone’s revenge on Valentine’s Day was a good day compared to those elementary school days when I was forced to present my classmates with Valentine’s love messages. This was long before there were Scooby Doo and Sponge Bob Valentine cards to hand out to little Suzie and Billy. Talk about my first squeamish experience – I would have a pit in my gut as I printed my name on the bottom of cards that proclaimed “You’re My Special Sweetie” to all my classmates.

I’ll let you know how the hockey game goes on Tuesday night. Don’t be surprised if “the matching couple” gets caught by the Kiss Cam and featured on the jumbo scoreboard. Perhaps we’ll also make the highlights on SportsCentre. Joy Happy Valentine’s Day and good luck.

Oliveira - Nicole & Sid of Leamington, a boy on February 9, 2012.

Tremblay - Natalie & Jean-David of Belle River, a boy on February 9, 2012. Cronheimer - Dawn & Wes of Kingsville, a girl on February 12, 2012.

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Mennonite Savings and Credit Union

among Top 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada

Arrests made in Essex County copper thefts

$70,000 worth of copper stolen over the last 6 months

were identified and 5 persons were charged:

• Brandi Bishop, age 27, of Windsor – 1 count of Possession of Stolen Property over $5000.

• Randy Jenkinson, 29, of Windsor – 1 count of Possession of Stolen Property over $5000.

• Donald Jenkinson, 29, of Windsor – 4 counts of Possession of Stolen Property over $5000.

• Carl Fex, 34, of Windsor – 11 counts of Break and Enter.

Mennonite Savings and Credit Union (MSCU) is thrilled to be named among the Top 50 Best Small and Medium Employers in Canada for the third consecutive year, coming in at 32nd.

The 2012 list is published in the March issue of PROFIT magazine. “For us at MSCU, this survey reflects the collective voice of our staff. And we’re so pleased to hear them say that they are highly engaged with our mission to make a difference in people’s lives through exemplary service that reflects the voice of the member and the values of our faith community,” said Brent Zorgdrager, Chief Executive Officer. “We’re honoured that our staff have put us on this esteemed list for three years in a row. We remain committed to fostering a values-centered workplace where the things we care about as a community are nurtured and advanced.”

Becoming a Top 50 Best Small and Medium Employer is an involved process. The study is open to organizations that have operated in Canada for at least three years and have between 50 and 399 Canadian-based permanent employees. The study measures employee engagement, which is the key driver for lower turnover, less absenteeism, greater employee productivity, and higher customer satisfaction.

“The key ingredient continues to be our values; they’re woven into the fabric of who we are and what we do as an organization,” added Susan Doerksen, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development. “We see staff members living out these values in their day-to-day relationships with each other, our members, and in the broader community.”

Queen’s Centre for Business Venturing, the Queen’s University School for Business and Aon Hewitt conducted the study. Together with the Best Employers in Canada study (organizations with over 400 employees), a total of 261 organizations participated in the 2012 study.

MSCU is a Mennonite financial cooperative serving communities of faith across Ontario, providing everyday banking services to almost 18,000 members.

Over the past 6 months the Essex County area has been victim to approximately 20 reported thefts of copper wire. The wire was either attached to structures or contained in large spools. The wire was of industrial grade and numerous repositories of copper wire were targeted. In total, approximately $70,000 worth of copper wire has been stolen from construction sites, windmill sites and hydro storage facilities.

The Essex County OPP Street Crime Unit has been working on these break enter and thefts and as a result of a thorough investigation two separate crime syndicates

• Tina Larock, 30, of Windsor – 1 count of Break and Enter, 1 count of Fraud and 1 count of Possession of Stolen Property under $5000.

OPP Street Crimes are still investigating and more charges are possible.

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

4-H Knitting & Crocheting Club elects executive

By Juliana Willemsma

The first meeting of the 4-H Knitting and Crocheting Club was held on Mon. Feb. 6 at the Essex Civic Centre. The meeting was called to order and then the members said the 4-H pledge.

Youth leaders Meghan and Jennifer led in a game where everyone pulled a piece of yarn. The pieces were different lengths. The members had to introduce themselves. The longer the piece of yarn the more things they had to say about themselves.

The leaders told the group what information they needed to keep in their books and what they needed to do to complete the club.

Next the club held elections. The president is Emma, the vice-president is Maggie and the secretary is Jessica. Samantha is the treasurer and Juliana is the press reporter. The club name will be chosen at the next meeting.

The club divided into their two groups. Miss Carol and Miss Joan helped the members who are crocheting. Miss Mary helped the members who are knitting.

The meeting was adjourned at p.m. and then everyone enjoyed a yummy snack.

Leamington Br. 84 Legion news

By Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk

Condolences to the family of Jack Malott and to Karen Robinson for the their losses. Branch Youth Darts will be playing their first tournament on Sat. Feb. 18 in Kingsville. Good luck! Youth Public Speaking is on Sun. Feb. 19. Registration is at 9 a.m. and speeches start at 9:30 a.m. sharp.

The Seniors Dinner in March is corned beef and cabbage. The greenest, craziest person dressed up will win a prize. Seniors Dinners are the second Wednesday of the month. Cost is $6. Music is by Gord Cliska.

Every Friday is fun darts at 8 p.m. Cost is only $2. Last week’s winners were Tom and Al. In 2nd were Mark and Betty.

On Saturdays is the meat draw from 3:30-5:00 p.m. You do not have to be a member, so come on out and have some fun.

Neil Diamond Tribute tickets are still available at the bar. Cost is $15 or $20 at the door and includes a chicken breast dinner at 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 8:00.

Don’t forget that if you want to enter a 4-person team for the Euchre Tournament in April at the Essex Legion to come into the Branch and find out all the details or call the Branch 519-326-0073.

The hall is available for rent for special occasions and the ladies can do a meal if you want. Call for details.

The Ladies Auxiliary meeting is Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. The next General Meeting is Mar. 7 at 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 - The Leamington Horticultural Society will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Leamington United Church, 9 John St. A presentation will be made by Lloyd Brown-John on the Chelsea Flower Show. Refreshments to follow. Attendance is free and all are welcome.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 - Essex and Community Historical Research Society presents Elise Harding-Davis as we celebrate Black History Month. 7 p.m. Located in Essex at the old Carnegie Library, 18 Gordon Ave. For more information, contact 519-962-9597.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 - 6:30 p.m. – Movies “The Help” & “Amistad” (& kids movie) at Leamington United Church. Admission is 1 dessert.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17 - Connexions for Success 2012 - Your One-Stop for Success -

This event will be held at the Leamington Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St., Leamington, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This FREE Employment and Training Information Fair will give unemployed persons the opportunity to explore career and training options, learn about local employment services, get free resume advice, try an “Express Interview”, and gain valuable job searching advice straight from local business people. Refreshments and free giveaways. Call South Essex Community Council at 519-326-8629 for more info.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 - The Ontario Purple Martin Association will hold their spring meet-

ing at 9 a.m. in the Willow Room at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, Ruthven. Speaker will be Bob Hall-Brooks, Passerine Banding Station Co-ordinator, Holiday Beach Migration Observatory. He has an extensive background in bird banding and will surely answer any questions you may have regarding his work in passerine banding and the Holiday Beach site. All are welcome!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - Talbot Street United Church is having a Pancake Supper from 4-7 p.m. Supper includes pancakes, ham, scalloped potatoes, coleslaw, desserts and beverages. Adults $10, 6-12 $5, 5 & under free. The church is located at 3741 Talbot Trail (a.k.a. Hwy #3) 2 miles west of Port Alma.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - Roast Beef Dinner 6:00 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, Erie St. S., Leamington. $13 per person. Advance tickets call 519-326-4541.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - The Essex County Orchid Society invites you to join them for an informative session on 'Growing Vandas' Learn required lighting, watering and repotting needs from an experienced hobbyist. The meeting is held at St. Stephen's Church Hall, 5280 Howard, Windsor (south of Hwy 3) and commences at 1:30 p.m. New members and visitors are always welcome. Orchid supplies available at meetings. Visit the website for more info: www.essexcountyorchidsociety.webs.com.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 - Family Day Free Family Bingo at Chances Bingo Hall, 14 Mill St., Leamington, Doors open 8:30 a.m. Bingo 9:30

a.m. Gift packs for kids. Great prizes. Jackpot prize is an iPad. Admission free for kids and adults. Donations to Food Bank being accepted.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 -Food & Fellowship

Supper from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., for those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge. All are welcome.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - Pancake & Sausage Supper at Valetta Presbyterian Church, 4319 Middle Line (old #98 Hwy between Tilbury & Merlin) from 5 - 7 p.m. Adults $8; 6-12 years $3; 5 years & under free. Pay at the door. No advance tickets. Take-outs available.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - Pancake & Sausage Supper at St John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Adults $5; children 6-10 $2.50. Phone 519-326-3111 for more information.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - Pancake Supper at First Lutheran Church , 27 Spruce St., Kingsville, from 5-7 p.m. Adults $6, children 612 years $3, under 6 free.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 – St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St., Leamington, will be holding their Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 5 pm – 7 pm. Adults $6, Children 5 – 11 yrs $3, Children 4 yrs & under free. Pancakes, bacon, sausage, fruit, coffee/tea and juice will be served. The proceeds from this event go to support the Vacation Bible School we have for the community.

LDMH approves new Women’s Centre

Leamington District Memorial Hospital recently announced approval of a $1,000,000 project for the development of a Women’s Centre.

The project will include much needed renovations to the ultrasound and mammography departments as well as the purchase of digital mammography equipment to replace the existing filmbased technology.

“In keeping with Leamington Hospital’s commitment to bringing the best possible healthcare for South Essex County, I am very pleased that a new Digital Mammography Unit will be added,” said Bryan Meyer, Chair, LDMH Board of Directors. “This will provide women,

and occasionally men, with a state-of-the art breast cancer screening and detection tool.”

According to Rose Costa, Clinical Director of Diagnostic Services, the planned renovations will include improved reception and waiting areas, as well as expansion of the ultrasound and mammography suites to accommodate the new digital equipment. “We are very excited about this project and the improvements it will bring to our services,” she said.

From the patient’s point of view, having a digital mammogram is not much different than having a conventional mammogram. Both use compression and x-rays to create clear images of the inside of the breast.

However, unlike conventional mammography, the images can be manipulated by the radiologist for improved picture quality.

Because digital mammography images are electronic, they can be transmitted quickly across the network and to other health care professionals such as surgeons when follow up is required.

Digital mammography is particularly effective in breast cancer detection in women under 50 and others with dense breasts.

Active Transportation Public Design Workshop for Kingsville

On Thursday, February 23rd, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m., the Town of Kingsville, in conjunction with Ekistics Planning and Design, will host a public workshop at the Kingsville Lakeside Pavilion to encourage input from the community on active transportation opportunities within the town.

Active Transportation (AT) is any form of self-propelled (non-motorized) transportation that relies on the use of human energy such as walking, using a wheelchair, cycling, inline skating, skateboarding and jogging. Active transportation also includes cross-country skiing and canoeing. These modes can utilize on-road and off-road facilities (sidewalks, bike lanes, multi-use trails) and may also be combined with public (land and water) transit, especially for trips to and from work, shopping and entertainment areas, school and other community facilities like recreation centres.

In 2008 the Town of Kingsville established the Active Transportation Advisory Committee with a goal of improving the quality of life for the citizens of the Town of Kingsville by providing opportunities to participate safely in a variety of active transportation endeavours.

The Town of Kingsville Active Transportation Master Plan is intended to outline a broad strategic vision in support of facilities, programs, and policies, all designed to encourage active transportation within the town. Ekistics will lead a comprehensive study process consisting of public engagement, technical route design, and overarching planning and policy review. The first stage in this process includes public and stakeholder workshops, to be held on February 23rd, 2012. Workshop participants will provide input and ideas for the overarching AT network, as well as identifying key routes, destinations, and facilities. This input will form the foundation for the resulting master plan.

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WFCU CEO estatic with Leamington Branch success

By Sheila McBrayne

President and Chief Financial Officer for Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) Martin Komsa did his homework before opening the sixth branch office of WFCU in Leamington last year.

“Of course, we had a business plan put together a year ago, like all businesses do, but our first two months have far exceeded our business plan,” said Komsa. He credits the hard work of the Leamington staff who did a great job of researching the area. “We knocked on the doors and visited 4,000 households prior to opening… all were very receptive; the response was phenomenal and since opening I’d have to say, we’re just estatic,” he said.

“The staff do an incredible job servicing clients,” Komsa said. “It’s why we’ve been successful – our unique service model,” he said. “The difference is our service to members – no one else is doing what we’re doing,” he proudly stated. At WFCU clients are met at the door by a greeter who

Staff and management at Windsor Family Credit Union held an official ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 9 at its Leamington Branch. The local branch opened in mid December and President and CEO

Martin Komsa stated that the first two months of business in Leamington have “far exceeded its original business plan.” Pictured here, from left to right, are Rick Martinello – Director, WFCU Board of Directors; Ann Diab – Assistant Manager, Sales and Service, WFCU; Sally McDonaldGeneral Manager of Leamington & District Chamber of Commerce; Anthony Grossi - Grossi Construction; Councillor John Jacobs, Municipality of Leamington; Marty Komsa - President and Chief Executive Offer, WFCU; John PatersonMayor of Leamington; Marty Gillis - Chair, WFCU Board of Directors; Councillor Larry Verbeke, Municipality of Leamington; Deputy-Mayor, Charlie Wright, Municipality of Leamington; Barb Towns - Manager, Sales and Service, WFCU; and Vince Marcotte - Director, WFCU Board of Directors.

leads them to the next available agent at the their desk. There is no line and the client receives one-on-one attention. WFCU’s completely free chequing for personal members, community groups and businesses has caught the attention of locals as well. WFCU believes in giving back to each community it calls home and Leamington is no different. “We don’t just want to come in and make a big splash, we also give back to the community. We make an investment back into the community,” said Komsa.

Most recently, WFCU is sponsoring the Leamington Chamber of Commerce Vine and Dine fundraising event on Wedneday, February 29 at the Roma Club. “Having a corporate sponsor like WFCU allows us to put on events and take more risks; it gives us latitude to try new ideas,” said Sally McDonald, General Manager of Leamington District Chamber of Commerce.

The new WFCU branch in Leamington also gives back to the community by offering a community room for groups and organizations to use, free of charge. “Leamington is a great community with great people and we want to be a part of that,” said Komsa.

Pictured here is the staff of Windsor Family Credit Union, Leamington Branch, at its official ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 9. From left to right are Ann Diab, Kyle Fratarcangelio, Jeff Schauer, Rachel Chesterfield, Danielle Lebrun, Laura Salive, Barb Towns, Jennifer Clark and Darlene Labute-Hickson. (SUN Photo)

Registration now open for ElderCollege spring courses

The Canterbury ElderCollege Spring Course Calendar 2012 is now available online. Visit http://www.uwindsor.ca/ canterbury/course-list to view the more than 50 courses being offered for those age 55+ throughout Windsor and Essex County. Registration has started, so contact Catherine Fettes at 519-253-3000 ext. 4944 or email fettesc@uwindsor.ca for more info or if you would like to register for any of the fun and innovative educational programs.

ElderCollege charges a one-time annual registration fee of $10. Each individual course has a posted fee stated in the Course Listing, or participants can opt for the Buffet Course Fee which is a set fee paid for one semester and allows you to take unlimited courses for that semester. The Buffet Course only applies to basic course fees and does not include the $10 administration fee, supplies and materials as determined by the course facilitator, or fees for courses involving bus trips.

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Connexions for Success 2012

South Essex Community Council is hosting an employment and education information fair on Friday, February 17, 2012 at the Leamington Recreation Complex.

Job loss is included on the list of life’s most stressful events. You have doubts and fears about having enough money to manage all your bills until you find your next job. You feel anger and resentment towards your last employer. And you’re fearful of your unknown future. If you’re leaving a job after years of steady employment, you may be confused about where to start in your job search.

Employers want a resume - What do I put on my resume? How can I make it stand out from other resumes?

Job searching – Where do I look? Who would hire someone like me?

Interviews – What do I say? What do I wear? I get so nervous. Or maybe you want to go back to school, but don’t know what courses are available or how much it may cost.

The goal of this Information Fair is to provide unemployed and underemployed persons and students an opportunity to explore the variety of career and training opportunities that are available to them. Information booths on various education and training options, employment services and volunteer opportunities will be available for people to visit and gather helpful ideas to plan their future and take the next steps to a new career.

Special attractions include free resume advice; bring in a copy of your current resume and have it “polished up” to present

Great family fun this Family Day at Point Pelee National Park

Point Pelee National Park is a fun place to be this Family Day! Join park staff at the Visitor Centre from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for a firsthand look at winter birding. An experienced birder will take your family on a hike to unveil the mysteries of bird watching, and offer tips and tricks to spot the winter beauties. After the hike, warm up in the Visitor Center. Craft tables will be available throughout the day.

The Winter Birding Hike takes place on February 20 at 11 a.m. at the Visitor Centre. The hike is free with park admission. Pre-registration is recommended by calling 519-322-2365 ext. 0. This is a fun event for all ages. Participants are asked to dress for the weather.

While at the Park, remember to renew or pick up an annual Point Pelee National Park pass at 25% off. Passes can be purchased at the Park entrance kiosk or the Park administration building at 407 Monarch Lane or by phoning 519-322-2365. Be sure to purchase your annual pass before the sale ends on March 31!

Celebrate Family Day with free Family Bingo!

Chances Bingo Hall at 14 Mill Street, Leamington, is hosting a their 5th annual free Family Bingo in celebration of Family Day on February 20.

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and Bingo starts at 9:30 a.m. There are lots of great prizes to be won, including an iPad for the Jackpot prize. Every child in attendance will receive a gift pack.

Admission is free for both children and adults. Donations to the Leamington Food Bank will be gladly accepted.

to potential employers. Are you afraid of interviews? Try an “Express Interview” and learn how to promote yourself in an interview. Wondering what career to choose? Sign up for a future workshop to learn what career path fits your personality. Information on volunteering will be available which can help you develop some new skills, increase your employability, network with others and in the end, help out a community organization in need.

A new feature this year is “The Employer is In” booth which will offer insight to job seekers from the Employer’s perspective. Participants will be able to talk with local employers from various businesses and discover what they are looking for in an employee, what types of jobs they offer and gain information on the do’s and

don’ts of job searching. Get your advice straight from the employer!

The Connexions for Success is a FREE event for everyone. This employment and information fair starts at 9:30 am until 3:00 pm on Friday, February 17 at the Leamington Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk Street, Leamington. Free refreshments will be available. For more information contact South Essex Community Council at 519326-8629

“Helping

Auxiliary at Knox Presbyterian celebrates

63 years

The 63rd birthday of the Margaret Ramsay Missionary Auxiliary of Knox Presbyterian Church was opened with a worship service involving “The Golden Rule”. The service was conducted by Carol James, Donna Takaki and Grace Sanders.

The Auxiliary was told that there are 13 religions and they heard a quote from each one of them pertaining to the Golden Rule – some negative and some positive.

The Christian one of “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” remains the favourite one.

The study consisted of a video showing the work of Presbyterians Sharing in bringing the church to native communities and isolated areas and also the work of the Life and Mission Agency of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.

President Norma Panton led in prayer and opened the business meeting. Carol James took the roll call which showed 15 members present.

Norma announced that 2014 will be the 100th anniversary of the Women’s Missionary Society funding. There will be another gathering in the Toronto area for all women interested, similar to the one held last summer. At that time there will be an award made to a woman of distinction and there will be other celebrations in each synodical.

A letter of thanks was read from World Vision for the Auxiliary’s continuing sponsorship of a child in Malawi. A package of hand-

Starting seeds for spring

If this is your first time starting seeds, try tomatoes, lettuce, garlic, leaf lettuce or cucumbers. Easy annuals to start which are excellent for cut flowers are sunflowers, celosia, scarlet sage and zinnia, to mention a few. A good seed catalog will have many suggestions. Purchase the seeds from a reputable seed company. It is most likely that packaged seeds over the counter can be several years old making the germination lower, but not always. This is the chance we take. I tend to stay away from packages on any clearance sale.

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Do not use the regular soil from last year’s garden as it will dry out quickly. My best success: use in equal parts perlite, peat moss, vermiculite. Or purchase a fresh bag of Seed Starting Growing Mix or Organic Mix.

As the seeds germinate, keep moist but not soggy and add Miracle-Gro fertilizer, as most seed-starting soils contain few or no nutrients.

Figure out when to start your seeding program by reading each package to determine the germination period and count backwards from the expected last frost of the year.

If you don’t have a sunny window, you may consider using a supplement such as grow lights.

When you are ready for transplanting outside, gently turn the container upside down and slap it to loosen the soil. Lift the container slowly from the root ball, keeping as much soil as possible intact in order not to shock the plant. Dig a hole – not too deep – and keep the soil of the seedling and the ground surface the same level. Never bury the plant deeper than the top of the root ball; this will suffocate it, resulting in killing the plant.

To prevent transplant shock, the cool early mornings or cloudy days are normally the best time. Don’t worry if wilting occurs. This is normal and watering will allow the plants to bounce back quickly.

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knit blankets will be sent to the Anishanabe Friendship Centre in Winnipeg. Shelley Desnoyers purchased the monthly food donations for the Food Bank. Marg Buschman sent Get Well cards to Ian and Norma Panton and Bernice Bannister. Vis-

its have been made to Jean Wales, Hazel Casey, Nick Wiebe, Jack and Wyn Anderson, and Mary Reid.

Final plans were made for the Chili Luncheon on March 9, and the Auxiliary was informed that Mission Awareness Sunday is on

April 29.

The meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction.

Jody Raffoul headlining first ever

Vine and Dine in Leamington

The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce has announced that tickets are now on sale for the very first Vine & Dine event, to be held Wed. Feb. 29 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. at the Roma Club in Leamington

“We’re very excited about this event,” said Sally McDonald, General Manager of the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce. “It’s our first year for putting it on, and we are planning on making it an annual event. It also replaces the Taste of Leamington event that we have previously put on at the Marina during the summer. And we have some great sponsors – Cavendish Farms, and Windsor Family Credit Union.”

“We’re pleased to have a great lineup of restaurants and wineries for Vine & Dine, including Cavendish Farms Appetizer Division, Freddy’s Cocktail Lounge, Thai Palace, Mongolian Grill, Chateau Pelee, Shoeless Joe’s, Ray’s Rib House, TJ’s, Coffee and Cream, Gilligan’s, Lakeside Bakery, Breaktime Café, Lebanese Village and Sweet Things Desserts,” added McDonald. “Our wineries include Pelee Island, Coopers Hawk Vineyards and Sprucewood Shores.”

For $50 per person, attendees will be able to sample food from all the vendors and the wineries will be sampling various vintages. As well, each ticket also gets you a coupon book from the participating vendors with a value of roughly $250 to use at their restaurants.

“The evening wouldn’t be complete without music,” said McDonald, “and we’re very happy to say Jody Raffoul will be performing during the evening.”

Tickets are available at Windsor Family Credit Union – Leamington, Cindy’s Home and Garden in Kingsville, Cavendish Farms in Wheatley, or by calling the Chamber office at 519-326-2721.

The Junior and Senior Kindergarten classes of Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Majumder at Queen Elizabeth Public School in Leamington decorated the school’s front bulletin board for Valentine’s Day. The students were asked to finish the sentence, “A good friend…” Pictured here are students Kristen Kretschmann, Isobel Irvine, Melissa Suderman, Kaili Carvalo, Alex Redekop, Ryan Neufeld and Lydia Monminie. Some of the responses included: sticks up for you; shares popcorn; helps you solve problems; plays with me; shares and is nice to others; shares toys; helps you make a snowman; can babysit your dog; and is always honest with you.

(National Alliance on Mental Illness) in association with Leamington District Memorial Hospital is pleased to offer this program again this year.

THE FAMILY TO FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAM

The program is designed for the families and friends of individuals with, or exhibiting signs or symptoms, of a serious and persistent mental illness for example: schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar illness, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder or borderline personality disorder.

The 11 week course starts Monday, February 20, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. There is no charge for those who participate.

(SUN Photo)

Cardinal Carter Corner

Second semester is well underway and life at Cardinal Carter is as busy as ever. We welcome Mr. Santarossa who joins our Modern Languages Department. We welcome back Mrs. Marra who returns to the science and special education departments; Mrs. Budd in the Arts Department; Mr. Wachna who returns to the Social Sciences Department; and Ms. Mastronardi and Ms. Danese who return to the English Department. We wish Mrs. Sonoski all the best on her leave this semester, and welcome Ms. D’Alimonte, who will be The Green Team milk bag drive winning class is Mrs. Loebach’s semester one homeroom.

teaching Dance. Congratulations to Mme. Niforos on the birth her baby boy last month. We also welcome several students from the Faculty of Education who are joining us for their teaching placements this month.

The Cardinal Carter Green Team continues to make strides on the environmental front. Green Team member Bianca Ondejko has taken on the task of making the staff Bistro lunches more environmentally-friendly by discontinuing the use of disposable dishware and instituting the delivery, pickup and washing of reusable dishware. Thanks also to Mrs. Brush and the Community Living Department for their role in this effort.

Congratulations to the students in Mrs. Loebach’s semester one homeroom class who were the winners of the milk bag drive and enjoyed a pizza lunch for their efforts. The milkbags were donated to an organization that uses them to make mats for developing countries.

The Cardinal Carter Green Team has been awarded a Green Apple grant from Metro and is busy developing plans for future environmental projects.

Green Team founder, Grace Enns, was recently honoured by the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) with the Youth Conservation Award, in recognition of her dedication to environmental initiatives both at the school and in the community. We are very proud of Grace’s efforts and her commitment to making the world a “greener” place.

Congratulations to the senior girls’ volleyball team who defeated LDSS 25-22; 25-11 and 27-25 on Thurs. Feb. 9th.

The boys’ junior and senior basketball teams were also successful in defeating St. Joseph’s High School. David Younan scored 47 points in the senior game.

Six members of the CC wrestling team have advanced to SWOSSAA. Best of luck to Lester Maldonato, Morgan McCarthy, Adam Slickboer, Joe Slickboer, and Chris Slickboer as they compete this week in Sarnia.

The Cardinal Carter Arts Department is thrilled to present the musical “Little Shop of Horrors”. One of the longest running off-Broadway shows of all time, Little Shop of Horrors features a down-and-out floral assistant who becomes an overnight sensation when he

discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Come and see the talents of Cardinal Carter students in our auditorium February 16th, 17th and 18th at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 and can be reserved by contacting the school at 322-2804.

Students received first semester report cards on Monday February 13th and will be completing course selections for next year in the coming weeks. We wish them well as they make important academic choices.

Cardinal Carter student Grace Enns is the recipient of ERCA’s Youth Conservation Award.

Knights of the Green Table at QE Public School runners-up

Special to The Southpoint Sun

They’ve done it again! Queen Elizabeth School’s Knights of the Green Table Eco Club has taken the second runner-up prize in TerraCycle Canada’s recent Winter Trash to Cash waste collection contest, which recognizes the top collectors of TerraCycle’s numerous waste streams from across Canada during a two-month period.

They collected 6,482 units of waste, which earned them 10,000 points, the equivalent of $100. The club was also singled out for recognition as the top collector in the Drink Pouch Brigade® Program sponsored by Kool-Aid, for which they received 5,000 points, or $50. This is in addition to the 2 points ($0.02) they received for each piece of waste they sent in for a total of $276.64, which they can use for community fundraising or TerraCycle’s charity-focused points programs.

“We are very thankful for the funds. We have three main goals in the spring: having benches put in our school woodlot so classes can work in it, putting support beams on the roof of our outdoor classroom, and finally having signs made to identify species of trees and plants in our woodlot,” said Craig Weglarz, a Grade 8 teacher at Queen Elizabeth Public School and a TerraCycle teacher representative.

“Congratulations to Knights of the Green Table Eco Club for their double wins! They were one of the top waste-collecting schools in 2010, and are a great example of the contributions schools all across the country make to our waste collection program. Their results were fantastic,” said Terracycle Canada General Manager Luisa Girotto.

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TerraCycle’s national program helps keep hard-to-recycle materials out of the waste stream. Anyone can join and ship waste for free (from an individual to households, offices, religious organizations, schools and charities), and earn points that can be redeemed for a variety of charitable gifts or a donation to their school or charity of choice. The club also collects cookie and cracker wrappers through a Brigades® program sponsored by Mr. Christie’s. TerraCycle also collects sandwich bags, chocolate wrappers, personal care and beauty packaging, cereal bags, inkjets, e-waste (cell phones, laptops, digital cameras) and coffee packaging, which are sponsored by brands such as Glad, Nestle, Garnier, Sally’s and Tassimo.

More interesting facts:

A former student at Queen Elizabeth Public School, Annalee Chopchik, who is currently in Grade 9, started the club, which she read about online. She returns 1-2 times per week to help with Queen Elizabeth school’s five ecoclub groups. She started the TerraCycle program three years ago and still runs the whole program other than the class collection.

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Says Weglarz, “We’ve always tried to reduce our garbage and explored a lot of ideas such as educating classes, composting, refining our recycling program, and garbage free lunches. Annalee liked TerraCycle’s idea and brought it to our club and it started from there.

“The club includes approximately 50 members in five committees: woodlot, tree planting, indoor improvements, media, and outdoor classroom/gardens. We meet at all different times from after school twice a week to recesses as needed. We have a full compost and recycling program. For TerraCycle’s program, each class collects Jammers and wrappers and drops them off when full to my classroom. We box them up once a week with Annalee and our club.”

The Knights of the Green Table Eco Club, in 2010, won as one of the top waste-collecting schools in Canada. To date, more than 900,000 people across Canada are signed up to collect waste as part of TerraCycle’s waste collection programs. They’ve collected 3,044,085 waste units and raised $48,590.80 for charity. Interested organizations and households can sign up at www.terracycle.ca.

Queen Elizabeth School’s Knights of the Green Table are runners-up in Trash to Cash competition. (SUN Photo)

OBITUARY

Stanley Jackson

Stanley “Stan” Jackson passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at the age of 84 years.

Beloved husband of the late Kay Jackson (2002). Stan will be missed by his daughters Wendy Sabo and husband Darryl, Tecumseh; Jill Jakob and husband Walter, Kingsville. Loving grandfather of Riley and Abby Jakob. Predeceased by siblings Hazel Getty, Nina Klein and Gord Jackson. Good friend of Elaine, Nina and Jean. Also “Alec” and Shea.

Stan was a lifetime farmer in Albuna, a well known and respected car salesman for over 40 years, a member of the Leamington Half Century Club and the K40. Stan’s passions were playing cards, sports and his grandkids.

Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631) on Saturday 3-6 p.m. and on Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 1 p.m. until time of Memorial Service at 2 p.m. celebrating Stan’s life. Rev. Rodger Jackson officiated. Cremation.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation.

Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Michael LaBelle

Michael LaBelle, 59 years, of Grosse Ile, Michigan, died at 3:15 a.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2012, after a hard fight with cancer.

Mike was the darling fiancé of Ruth Driedger of Leamington. In the U.S., Mike is survived by his father, Phil, brothers Dan and Mark, sisters Pam, Peggy and Shelly, and their spouses and children.

Solosy Funeral Home, 3206 Fort Street, Lincoln Park, Michigan: Visitation was on February 14 from 1-8 p.m. and February 15 from 10-11 a.m. The funeral was at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 15, 2012.

Essex 4-H holds AGM

The Essex County 4-H Leaders Association held its Annual General Meeting at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens in Ruthven on Wed. Feb. 8. 4-H volunteers were treated by the Essex 4-H Association to a buffet dinner prior to the AGM in appreciate of all of their hard work and dedication to the members over the past year. Special thanks goes to the amazing staff at Colasanti’s for their wonderful hospitality. 4-H Region Six Specialist Todd Stewart was present to update volunteers on new renewal training programs being introduced by Ontario 4-H this year. Committee reports were heard, and a hard copy of the financial report was reviewed.

Elections were held and the returning members of the board – Anne Conrad, Kelli Kirkpatrick, Brenda Anger, Shawn Morris, and Shannon Willemsma – will be joined this year by newly elected members Susan Brown, Sue Morris, Kimberly Heaton, Jeff Stratichuk, Merrie Day, and acclaimed Youth Director Nic Willemsma.

For more information about 4-H in Essex County,

OBITUARY

William Mackenzie

William (Bill) Mackenzie, 84 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the Sun Parlor Home.

Beloved husband of the late Pat (2011). Dear father of Ruth Anne Mackenzie, Nancy Mackenzie (Paul Cardoso). Dear brother of Jack (Ethel), Robert (Betty), Jim (Evelyn), Eric (the late Gail), (the late Barb Brooks / the late Jim). Dear brother-in-law of Ruth Robinson, Jim Robinson (Pauline) and the late Frederick Robinson.

Bill was a dedicated employee at Beaver Lumber in Leamington for over 25 years.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday.

Funeral service to celebrate Bill’s life was held from the funeral home on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mike Sealy officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society.

Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

“A man who enjoys responsibility usually gets it. A man who merely likes exercising authority usually loses it.”

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OBITUARY

Jack Malott

Jack Malott, 92 years, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, February 7, 2012.

Beloved husband of Jean for 58 years. Dear father of John (Loraine) and the late Joanne. Loving grandfather of Justin and Miranda. Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive. Dear brother of the late Dorothy Wigle and Donnelly Malott. Dear brother-in-law of Gladys Loughran and the late Edna Whiting.

Jack was an avid fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Tigers. He served with the Canadian Armed Forces and was a dedicated employee for the Town of Leamington. Cremation.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Friday. Royal Canadian Legion Br. #84 Leamington service was on Friday evening.

Memorial service celebrating Jack’s life was held on Saturday, February 11, 2012. Rev. Robert Lemon and Rev. Liz Chaplin officiated.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation or Lung Association.

Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

To have an obituary notice placed in the Leamington Southpoint Sun, please contact your funeral director or our office 519-825-4541

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Thursday, February 9th

Flyers 4 – St. Marys 2

The 2nd place Flyers moved further ahead in the standings on Thursday with a 4-2 win over the St. Marys Lincolns. St. Marys took a 2-0 lead in the first but Cheyne Matheson sparked the Flyers comeback when he scored on a penalty shot at the end of the period. The Flyers came out flying in the second getting goals from Jacob McGhee and Alex Seguin while Nick Nicodemo got the insurance marker in the 3rd.

“We’re really happy with the win because at this time of season every win is big for home ice advantage,” said Flyers head coach Tony Piroski. “We started off slow and really only played forty minutes of this game but we got away with it. But we know we need to start better and put together a full sixty minutes.”

Darien Ekblad got the win in net after being presented with an award before the start of the game for being named Western Conference Goaltender of the Month for January.

“It was good that we got the win because they’ve seemed to have our number all year,” Ekblad said. While the teams split the season series two games apiece, the Flyers only beat the Lincolns once in regulation this season with the other wins coming in overtime and in a shootout. “It was a big two points for us and I think we’re really showing now that we’re a playoff team.”

Saturday, February 11th

tinued on Saturday when they lost 8-6. The game was tied 1-1 at the end of the first period and tied again 4-4 at the end of the second. The Flyers took a 5-4 lead early in the third but gave up three goals in less than four minutes midway through the final frame to make it 7-5. They pulled within one scoring on the powerplay late in the third but Strathroy got an empty netter to secure the win.

“It was a disappointing loss,” said Flyers captain Ron Soucie. “It was a big win that both teams needed and we didn’t come out with the right intensity for the whole game. We had times where we played well but didn’t continue for the entire game.”

The Flyers got goals from Brett Babkirk, Alex Seguin, Cheyne Matheson, Matt Ogden, Mitch Amante and Brett Langlois. Tyler Quigley had three assists and Nick Nicodemo and Kyle Bowman each had a pair of assists. Colin Greeley made 34 saves in net.

The Flyers went 1-5 in the season series with the Rockets and have lost five consecutive games in Strathroy with their last win there dating back to October 23, 2010.

“Their team plays very well in their own arena,” Soucie said. “When we play Strathroy we know what to expect from their team and we need to match that intensity.

by Shelly Quick)

McGhee Relieved After Scoring 1st Junior B Goal

Jacob McGhee’s game tying goal on Thursday night was his first ever junior B goal and after the game he admitted that he was relieved to finally get that monkey off his back. “It was a relief because I thought it wasn’t going to happen,” said the 16-year-old rookie defenceman from South Woodslee. He also admitted that he was hoping it would finally put an end to some friendly ribbing courtesy of his teammates. “And it will be good to hopefully get the guys off my back too.

Flyers rookie Darien Ekblad was named the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League’s Western Conference Goaltender of the Month for January. Left, Western Conference co-convenor Bill Weir presented Ekblad with his award prior to Thursday’s game against St. Marys. (Shelly Quick photo) Flyers playoff ticket packages on sale now! The Flyers will have a booth set up at this Saturday’s Oldtimers game.

NOTES: Injury update: Forward Chris Scott remains out with an ankle injury. It is not known when he will return…Defenceman Nick Beaune was assessed a two game suspension following Thursday’s game due to fighting in the last ten minutes of the game and he also received the instigator…The Flyers are the least penalized team in the Western Conference and the second least penalized team in the entire GOJHL. They are currently averaging just over 19 PIMS per game. The Western Conference leader is the LaSalle Vipers with an average of more than 26 PIMS per game….Thursday, February 23rd is Alumni Night at the Flyers game. All Flyers alumni will receive a complimentary ticket to the game. Alumni should visit www.LeamingtonFlyers.com for more information and to RSVP.

Tony Spidalieri and Nick Nicodemo celebrate after Nicodemo scored the Flyers 4th goal in their 4-2 win over the St. Marys Lincolns on Thursday. (photo

Peewee AEs knock out Erie Northshore

In the first round of playdowns the Peewee AE team came out strong and defeated Erie Northshore in a great weekend hockey.

The first game was Friday in Harrow and the Capitals, sponsored by Local 459 UFCW, came out focused and determined. The first goal of the night came from Devin Mills shorthanded and was assisted by Hayden Mitchell and Tristan Totaro. This gave the team some much needed confidence, and then Devin Mills and Derek Antunes assisted Lucas Lamotte as he fired one between the posts making the score 2-0 at the end of the first.

The action continued in the second period when Derek Antunes passed to Lucas Lamotte, who put it in the net for the second time. A solid defensive effort was made by Austin Unger and Austin Tiessen whose strong skating made it difficult for Erie Northshore to get a shot at goalie Dante DiMilo. As the second period was counting down, Aiden Rodrigues made an awesome play to Derek Antunes who put it in the net increasing the score to 4.

Although there were no goals scored in the third, it was a very hard fought battle as penalties mounted but the team never gave up. DiMilo was outstanding in net and the final score remained 4-0 for the Capitals.

LDSS Girls Finish In 1st Place

The Leamington District Secondary School Girls Hockey Team finished the regular season in first place with a record of 9-1-2. Their only loss came last Tuesday to Lajeunesse when they lost the last game of the regular season 2-0 on home ice. As of press time the playoff schedule had not yet been released. Above, Leamington’s Jillian Illes looks to make a pass as the Lions put on some heavy pressure late in their loss to Lajeunesse.

Game two was Saturday in Leamington, the Capital’s team effort combined with support from fans dominated again during game two of the series. The first period had numerous shots on both nets and goalie Dante DiMilo was strong putting up a wall no one could get through. Royce Beauchamp was physically powerful defensively and made it difficult for anyone to get by him. The scoring started when Jarrett Phibbs released one in the net, sending cheers into the stands.

Period two was another great period of hockey; Cameron Richmond and Devin Mills passed the puck to Lucas Lamotte who fired one in. Jackson Ingratta worked hard along the boards freeing up the puck and minutes later Mitchell DeMelo’s pass to Cameron Richmond scored again for the Capitals. Erie Northshore’s only goal of the night came late in the second period. Andrew Collier’s speed on the ice reduced Erie Northshore’s chances of getting past the blue line, especially during penalty situations.

The action continued in the third period when Cameron Richmond scored his second of the game and Lucas Lamotte added one more also. As the buzzer went off, the Capitals won 5-1 and now travel to St. Thomas for the second round of the series. Great job, team!

Southpoint

Capitals OMHA Quarter Finals Playdowns

Bantam AE versus Merritton

Wed., Feb. 15 at 8:30 pm in Leamington (Unico)

Game 2 - Southpoint down 2 points to 0.

Peewee Major vs. Niagara Falls (6 pt. series)

Game 1 - Sat., Feb.18 at 5 pm in Wheatley.

Game 2 - Sun., Feb.19 at 2 pm in Leamington (Heinz).

Bantam Minor vs. Niagara Falls (6 point series)

Game 1 - Sat., Feb.18 at 6:25 pm in Wheatley

Game 2 – Sun., Feb.19 at 3:25 pm in Leamington (Heinz).

Sun Parlour team wins Provincial Senior mixed Championship curling

By Gordon Wonnick

Ridgetown Curling Club was host to the zone 16 playoffs for the Provincial Senior Mixed Championship and a Sun Parlour Curling Club team, skipped by Bob Stafford assisted by Sheila Kerrigan, Scott Thompson and Darlene Graham, were the A side winners to represent the zone in the regional finals. Great work and good luck as they try to come back with the provincial crown.

Recently several teams participated in the Senior Bonspiel held at the Ridgetown Curling Club. The Sun Parlour team of Wayne Quinn, Will Patkau, Bob Keene and Gary Koesteker went on to win their draw. Nice going, guys.

Sturling, the new game in curling, is really starting to catch on. There are a number of people who regularly come out to try the game on Tuesday mornings. Play begins at 10:30 a.m., and best of all it is free. Come out and give it a try, get some assistance and enjoy the fun. Why not come and get a little experience, and then take part in the March 17th St. Patrick’s Day bonspiel? However, you need to hurry because there is only space for 32 curlers and people are signing up now. In particular, the club would love to have people that have no experience or those that have given up the game because of physical reasons. Come and give this new game a try!

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Atom Minors in OMHA playdowns in

St. Thomas

The HUB International Atom Minors headed down Talbot Trail Road to St. Thomas for their OMHA Playdowns. Game 1 was against the Riverside Rangers. The play was back and forth in the first period and the score was 0-0 after one. The Capitals opened the scoring 1:47 into the second period with an unassisted goal by Addison Major. In the third, Brayden Zuidema potted his first goal, assisted by Joshua Cacilhas. Riverside scored to make it 2-1 with 2:34 remaining in the third period. Owen Scratch put the game out of reach with assists going to Kelton Bourdin and Kaleb Tiessen. Final score 3-1 Capitals.

The Capitals knew they would be in tough against the Essex Ravens in game 2. After one period, Essex was up 2-0 and after two periods they were up 3-0. The Capitals started to get their feet going in the third, but Essex scored another to go up 4-0. The Caps finally broke up the shutout bid with goals from Addison Major and Brayden Zuidema, with assists going to Kaleb Tiessen, Kelton Bourdin and Braeden Epp. The Capitals ended up losing 6-2.

The Capitals faced the hosts St. Thomas in game 3. St. Thomas scored with 27 seconds remaining in the first period and Kelton Bourdin tied it up with only :01 on the clock. Addison Major made a nifty pass for the goal that seemed to get the HUB International boys fired up. In the second the Capitals scored 3 unanswered goals by Braeden Epp, Kaleb Tiessen and Addison Major, with assists going to Eric Wright and Russell Derbyshire. St. Thomas fought back in the third to make a game of it, scoring 2 goals to make it 4-3, but with 2:09 remaining Addison Major had an unassisted goal to put the victory away.

In game 4 the Capitals faced Essex again, who beat the Caps 6-2 in game 2. Southpoint came out firing on all cylinders with Addison Major scoring first at 2:29, assisted by Brayden Zuidema. In a minute span Southpoint was relentless and scored 2 more to go up 3-0 by the end of the first with goals by Brayden Zuidema and Addison Major. There was no scoring in the second period, but the play was back and forth. At 11:15 in the third, Addison Major scored his hat trick goal assisted by Owen Scratch. Addison also had the next 2 goals with assists going to Kaleb Tiessen and Brayden Zuidema. Eric Wright capped it off with a goal in the dying seconds of the third to make the final score 7-0 for the Capitals. Keagan Chambers earned the shutout in what was probably the best total team effort of the year.

In game 5 the Capitals faced Erie Northshore, who was undefeated in what would be the finals. The play was fast and furious, and with 4:19 in the first Erie Northshore took a 1-0 lead. Southpoint kept battling but could not solve a hot Erie goaltender. Finally at the 4:36 mark of the second, Addison Major put one by him with assists to Paul Schiller and Kaleb Tiessen. The third was back and forth with goalies at both ends making big saves. With 3:56 remaining in the third, Erie Northshore was able to knock a rebound past Keagan Chambers to take a 2-1 lead. The Capitals pulled the goalie and was applying the pressure when Erie chipped the puck out and scored into the empty net to make it 3-1 final.

Although the boys lost and were now beat out of the OMHA playdowns, they had a great weekend of hockey, never giving up and playing their hearts out. The kids should be very proud of themselves for their efforts, as the coaching staff and parents are.

4-H Curling Club enjoys curling adventure

By Juliana Willemsma

The first meeting of the 4-H Curling Club was held on Feb. 5 at the Kingsville Curling Club. First the members learned some curling terms like button, house and hammer. They also learned that curling is the only sport where it is okay to steal points and throw rocks at houses.

Then the group got ready to go onto the ice. They

dressed warmly and had to wear clean shoes, as even a tiny pebble will melt the ice and could cause a rock to pic. A piece of Teflon tape was put on their slider foot to help with sliding.

Once on the ice, Andrew and Nic showed the group how to slide, deliver a rock and sweep. They practiced those skills for about 45 minutes. Then they went upstairs for hot chocolate and

to warm up. After the break they went back on the ice and played a four-end game. Everybody played well. They ended their meeting with more hot chocolate and cookies.

The next meeting is on Feb. 19 at the Kingsville Curling Club. At this meeting the executive will be elected and a name will be chosen for the club

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New team warm ups for UMEI

The UMEI Boys Volleyball Team set a goal at the beginning of the year to raise money in order to provide the entire team with new-look warm ups. “We wanted to work hard on this and approached local sponsors to assist,” said Jesse Driedger, setter for the team. “Thiessen’s Orchards were kind enough to allow our team to come out and pick as many apples as we could in order to help raise funds.”

Team building concepts are a big part of schooling at UMEI Christian High School, especially on the volleyball teams. Will Wuerch commented that this was an extremely fun year for him and this Gr. 10 student is looking forward to coming back. “It was exciting to work hard and play with this team,” stated Wuerch. “Team parties and other get-togethers off the court helped make this a very tight-knit group and we plan on working even harder next year!”

UMEI Boys Volleyball would like to thank Farmer Pete and the Thiessen family for all the support over the years. It is greatly appreciated.

UMEI Volleyball is looking for athletes that are currently in Gr. 6-8 who are interested in playing with their teams in the coming years. Please contact UEMI Christian School at 519-326-7448 or Head Coach Jim Konrad at jim@velocityvolleyball.ca or 226-202-0405.

Golden

Forty-five golfers combined for a total of 79 aces over 36 holes.

Colleen Pearse led the way with a career-high 6 aces followed by Murray Knox, Andy Orsini and Stan Vickery with 4 each. Three dropped for Barb Arner, Pete Daudlin, Marg Graham, Mary MacRae, Betty McManus, Bill Taylor, John Murphy and Bill Ward. Recording 2 each were Audrey Knox, Ethel Ferguson, Carolyn Daudlin, Lloyd Honey, Laurie Hylton, Floyd Johnson, Julia Kos, Angus MacRae, Liz Scratch, Morley Scratch, and Pat Womack. Single aces went to Iggy Arner, Caroline Ascott, Herb Ascott, Gary Honey, Dorothy Johnson, Cam Keith, Neil Quick, Al Stockwell, Rose Taylor, Shirley Thiessen, Mary Ann Vickery, Doug Vickery, Steve Vigh, Ken Womack and Gerrit Vriesen.

Lowest total for 18 holes was shared by Audrey Knox

Canadian Coast Guard celebrates 50 years of service

The Canadian Coast Guard is celebrating their 50th anniversary with events and activities planned across the country throughout the year to celebrate the Golden Jubilee.

The Coast Guard provides a multitude of essential services for mariners, including search and rescue, environmental response, icebreaking, aids to navigation, marine communications, maritime security and waterways development. Although its heritage can be traced back to a time before Confederation, the current Canadian Coast Guard was created by the Diefenbaker Government on January 26, 1962. Since those early days of lifeboats and Arctic voyages, the organization now includes a workforce of roughly 4,500 dedicated employees and a fleet of 116 vessels and 22 helicopters. Nearly 150 Coast Guard employees work in Sarnia, which is home base for the Coast Guard’s Central and Arctic Region.

and Andy Orsini with a remarkable 35 followed closely by Pete Daudlin, Doug Vickery and Laurie Hylton with 36. Audrey Knox and Colleen Pearse also enjoyed a 16 for 9 holes followed by Doug Vickery, Andy Orsini, Colleen Pearse and Mary MacRae with 17.

First place went to team #15 with Mary MacRae, John Murphy and Lloyd Honey with a combined score of 234. Second place with a 235 went to team Aces including Audrey Knox, Murray Knox and Bill Ward. In 3rd place with

236 was team 7 with Andy Orsini, Carolyn Daudlin and Gary Honey.

Next Thursday the golfers will enjoy coffee and donuts before hitting the greens. Interested in joining this non-

competitive league and having some fun? Just show up by 9:15 a.m. at Colasanti’s every Thursday morning and for a $10 annual fee you can be a member and enjoy fun-filled mornings.

The UMEI Boys Volleyball Team 2011-2012 is pictured in their new team warm ups. Front row left to right: Will Wuerch, Chris Warkentin, Mike Zuiderveen, Emmett Shuttleworth, Andrew Dyck, Sam Dyck. Back left to right: Jesse Driedger, Derek Toews, Shane Klassen, Ashton Fehr, Noah Chacko. Absent: James Wiebe, Matt Neufeld, Mat Thiessen, Nick Klassen, Head Coach Jim Konrad. (UMEI photo)

Sharks down two games in playoffs

The first round of the Wheatley Sharks playoff schedule is a rematch of last year’s championship round versus the Belle River Canadiens.

Game One in Belle River on Friday, February 10 saw the Sharks lose with a 3-0 lead going into the third frame. The Canadiens scored five unanswered goals to win the game 5-3.

Game Two came home to Wheatley on Monday, February 13 where the Sharks came up short in a 6-2 match. Both teams exchanged goals in the first period. Belle River was on the scoreboard first with a goal from Blake Jones. Wheatley soon evened the frame with a goal right after Belle River staved off a two-man disadvantage. Jesse Martin found the net on a quick feed from Riley Babkirk.

The second frame opened with a goal by Weston Gaul of Belle River, but was quickly matched on a goal by Jordan Carnevale from Dustyn Woelk and Brian Johnston. Belle River added two more markers from Chris DiNatale and Nik Dobrich to end the second 4-2.

The third period was all Belle River as they added two more goals off the sticks of Gaul and Chauvin.

Next games are: Friday, Feb. 17 @ Belle River - 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Feb. 19 @ Wheatley - 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 21 @ Belle River - 7:30 p.m.

Novice Majors defeat Chatham

Despite being short three players, the Southpoint Capitals Novice Major team had a successful game on Sun. Feb. 12 resulting in a 4-1 win over Chatham. The first goal was scored by Michael Vida in the first period assisted, by Jaydon Tannous and Dawson Collison. The goal was scored at the end of the first with only 29 seconds left while on a powerplay by Alex Jadischke, assisted by Luke Tatomir.

The second period earned the Capitals two more goals scored by Austin Neufeld, assisted by Thomas Chauvin, with the final goal being scored by Thomas Jennings, assisted by Jason Daraiche.

It was defenseman Alex Jadischke’s powerplay goal that earned him the team’s Hard Hat for being switched to a forward position and taking advantage of the situation. He will lead the Capitals as their Captain to their next game against another Chatham team.

Sabastian Kanally faces off for the Wheatley Sharks on Monday night in the third period as the Sharks tried to mount a comeback. The Sharks lost 6-2. Next game is Friday, February 17 in Belle River at 7:30 p.m. (SUN Photo)

Charges laid in Ponzi scheme

Between October 2010 and October 2011 a male suspect orchestrated a scheme to defraud investors throughout Windsor and Essex County. The man was using the company names of Green House Services and Birch Tree Energy to allegedly operate and/or sell solar energy to unsuspecting clients.

The man enticed new investors by offering them abnormally high rates of return for their money if they invested in his solar panel projects. The victims invested money to have panels installed at their residences or to invest in large-scale solar projects. The man was very knowledgeable in solar energy and all documents and correspondence were completed professionally.

To date, there has been 11 victims identified in this fraud investigation, and approximately $200,000 has been defrauded from the unsuspecting victims. These victims have not received any money, services or products since their initial investments.

Jason Steubing, 43, of Lakeshore, was arrested and is currently in custody. He is charged with: 15 counts of Fraud over $5000; 7 counts of Fail to Comply – Recognizance; 2 counts of Make Forged Documents; 2 counts of Utter Forged Documents; and 2 counts of Drawing Documents without Authority.

Stuebing currently has 19 counts of fraud-related offences still before the courts from a similar type of scheme related to medical equipment, which occurred between May 2007 and February 2010.

If any one believes they may have been a victim to this type of offence they are asked to contact the OPP Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122.

Anyone who can information related to these events is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-3101122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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“Current Old Age Security recipients’ payment plan will continue unchanged and will not be affected by potential adjustments that may be considered by the Federal Government,” said Member of Parliament Dave Van Kesteren.

Van Kesteren said that

as for future retirees, the question is not about cutting but rather how to make it sustainable. “People need facts – not fear. The reality is that we as a society must begin to plan for our retirement future and not wait for a crisis,” said Van Kesteren. “In 1975 there were seven

Words cannot possibly express how grateful we are to all the wonderful people who came out and supported us at the benefit, as well as everyone who donated in other ways.

Thank you to our amazing family and friends for all their hard work organizing the benefit, and for their never-ending love and support over the last four years. Finally, to Christine Bradley, for being the most selfless, generous and caring friend anyone could ever ask for.

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working taxpayers for every one senior; in 2030 it’s projected to only be two workers for every senior. Failure to make important decisions now could put the program in jeopardy for future generations.”

With the changing demographics, the annual cost of the OAS program is projected to increase from this year’s $36 billion and es-

calate to over $108 billion in 2030. Unlike the Canadian Pension Plan, which is funded by premiums from paycheques, OAS is funded through the general government revenue and many have questioned its sustainability.

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Van Kesteren said there were three important points for the people of ChathamKent-Essex to keep in mind.

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Dear Ken, Dear Dad...

Another year has passed us without your loving touch.

Your voice a distant whisper, your warmth is missed so much!

To feel and hear and know you in our world would make it right.

To see you living, laughing, loving would be a wondrous sight. We know you can't come back to us but we also know you've stayed

Your spirit sings beside us, your brilliance lights our way!

Your love still surrounds us, your words still resonate.

Nothing can steal you from us - not man, not death, not fate.

Ken, you'll forever be near us in our hearts and in our minds.

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MORTGAGES

1st & 2nd MORTGAGES from 2.90%

VRM, 3.19% 5 YR. FIXED. All Credit Types Considered. Let us help you SAVE thousands on the right mortgage! Also, Re-Financing, Debt Consolidation, Home Renovations... Call 1-800-225-1777, www.home guardfunding.ca (LIC #10409).

$$$ 1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES - Tax Arrears, Renovations, Debt Consolidation, no CMHC fees. $50K you pay $208.33/month (OAC). No income, bad credit, power of sale stopped!! BETTER OPTION MORTGAGES, CALL1-800-282-1169, www.mortgageontario.com (LIC# 10969). AS SEEN ON TV - 1st, 2nd, Home Equity Loans, Bad Credit, SelfEmployed, Bankrupt, Foreclosure, Power of Sale or need to Re-Finance? Let us fight for you because "We're in your corner!" CALLThe Refinancing Specialists NOW TollFree 1-877-733-4424 (24 Hours) or click www.MMAmortgages.com (Lic#12126).

HERBALMAGIC Open House. Feb. 6th-12th. Drop by for prizes, discounts and product tasting. Special OfferLose weight, less than $10/week. Call 1-800-376-2104.

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SOUTHPOINT SUN

APARTMENT for rentin Kingsville, 124 Division Rd. N. Seniors only. 322-0920 or 3261577. no16-tf

LARGE MAIN FLOOR apartment in fourplex for rent in Wheatley, perfect for quiet couple. Coin laundry on site. First, last & references required. $825 per month. Call 519-322-5567. ja4-tf

FOR RENT INLeamington, April 1st, 2 bedroom basement flat, fridge and stove, laundry hook up, fenced yard, NO PETS, Utilities included $775 per month. Call 519-326-3467 fe15-tf

INCOME TAX PREPARATION - $30 max, 2 slips. 25 years experience. Pick up and delivery extra. 689 Middleton Line, Wheatley, 519-825-9065. fe1-29c

Business envelopes, invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Rick at The Wheatley Journal for quick and economical service. 519-825-4541. tf

SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-825-7698. tf

Personal Lines Account Manager

Kingsville Branch

Will Insurance Brokers is accepting applications for the position of Personal Lines Account Manager. The position will require an equal balance of newly generated sales, and service to an existing portfolio of clients. Prior insurance experience in this type of position as well as a RIBO license is mandatory. Applications are to be emailed to: admin@will-insurance.com

Building Fridge & Stove Utilities included For viewing please call

Mature worker for shifts at 30 bed retirement home in Wheatley. PSW Certificate or 5 years work experience in related field required. Mail or fax resume to:

ATTENTION: Trudy Willan The Meadows of Wheatley 21205 Pier Road Wheatley, Ontario N0P 2P0 FAX:519-825-3745

ANTENNAS

JACK RICCI ANTENNA SPECIALIST - HDTV antenna systems, satellite dishes, aiming & accessories, specialty and non-denominational free religious programming. TBN 3ABN 7th Day, etc. on G19 satellite, burglar alarms, telephone, paging, intercom and background music systems. Sales and service. Prewire your new house. 519-326-8973, ricci@mnsi.net. fe1-29c

TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington will review the proposed 2012 Budget on:

Monday, February 27, 2012 Commencing at 12:00 p.m. (noon) and Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Commencing at 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 111 Erie Street North, Leamington. Proposed Budget documents will be available for inspection at the Municipal Office, 111 Erie Street North, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. by Wednesday, February 15, 2012. You may view a copy of the agenda on our website at www.leamington.ca under “View the Council Agenda”. To register as a delegation or to submit written comments regarding the 2012 proposed budget please contact the Manager of Corporate Services no later than Wednesday, February 22, 2012.

Kim Siddall, Manager of Corporate Services Phone: (519) 326-5761 ext.

Fax: (519)