Southpoint Sun May 18, 2011

Ukraine farmers to make field visit to “Greenhouse Capital of North America”

Leamington farmers are reaching across the ocean to lend a hand to fellow greenhouse farmers in Ukraine who are part of a development project led by Waterloo-based MEDA –Mennonite Economic Development Associates.

The Leamington chapter of MEDA will host a delegation of 16 greenhouse growers and project staff of UHDP – Ukraine Horticultural Development Project – for a 10-day visit to Leamington area greenhouse farms, buyers and coops from May 29 to June 7.

With the largest concentration of greenhouses in North America and more than 1,500 acres “under cover”, the Leamington area is known as the greenhouse capital of North America – and the tomato capital of Canada.

Leamington chapter members have shown a keen interest in the Ukraine project, raising more than $15,000 to help increase productivity and profitability for 5,000 Ukraine farmers. Now they are looking forward to sharing their insight and expertise with others who are facing the same challenges they have already successfully overcome.

“The greenhouses in the Leamington area are 20-30 years ahead of Ukraine,” notes Nigel Motts, MEDA’s director of agriculture market linkages. “Over the past 15-20 years, they have gone through the same transformation to new technologies that their Ukraine colleagues are now trying to accomplish. On both sides of the ocean, growers recognize that adopting new technology gives you an edge in the market.”

“All farmers are very proud of their farms, and happy to share their experiences,” adds Katie Turner, senior consultant/project manager. “Now the Leamington hosts can show their guests from the Ukraine the potential they have to grow. Upon their return to Ukraine, the group will share what they have learned with other farmers – so their new knowledge will reach all project clients and partners.

The project also has a strong focus on women, says Katie. “We have just created a gender innovation fund to support women small-holder farmers. To date, 147 women have received small grants to purchase the essential agriculture technology they need to improve their production.”

UHDP now boasts more than 3,350 clients – small farmers who are working to increase their incomes and move towards a more prosperous future. MEDA supporters are helping them restore Ukraine to its former glory as the breadbasket of Europe.

Recent highlights of the project’s success include:

• Income among UHDP farmers has risen 19% to date (project target is 20%).

• UHDP crops – greenhouse vegetables, table grapes and berries – have produced positive yields and revenues.

• 30% purchased agricultural assets (sprayers, drills, rototillers, etc) in the last year.

• 73% have successfully applied what they have learned from the project.

• 20% increase in participation in consolidation activities – improving prices, reducing costs and sharing transportation and storage facilities.

• 3,000 Ukraine farmers are increasing their incomes through the development of intensive, high-value crops.

The royal wedding of William and Kate may be over, but the dreams of being a princess are always present for most little girls. On Saturday, May 14 the Rhine Danube was filled with petite princesses at the 2nd annual Princess Luncheon sponsored by the Sir Winston Churchill IODE. Pictured here is two-year-old Lindsey Curchin with her

sash and magic wand. (SUN Photo)

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Leamington Council Shorts for May 16

Federal Funding For Emergency Preparedness Centre

Deputy Fire Chief Chuck Parsons was on hand at Monday’s Council meeting to inform council that the grants the municipality applied for from the Federal Government to help equip the new emergency preparedness centre in the new municipal building had come through. The grant formula is 45% of eligible costs, so Leamington was awarded approximately $10,300 for communica-

tions equipment and basic furnishings for the facility.

Two Trucks, But Only Two Bids

At Monday night’s meeting, municipal council authorized the purchase of two new trucks to replace ones that will now go to public auction for disposal. The one and only tender for a 4x4 extended cab pickup truck was from South Point GM of Leamington. It will cost $23,854.62 net HST which is within the budgeted amount. Similarly, the single bid for a tandem truck and chassis came from Leamington International Ltd. in the amount of

$78,495.78 net HST. Again, this was within budget, although tenders for the salter/plow/wing attachments for the truck will not be let until later this year.

New Drainage Policy

Drainage Superintendent Lu-Ann Barreto has recommended a new policy to municipal council that will save time at council meetings: the Clerk of the Municipality will now be authorized to appoint a Drainage Engineer on all Section 65 Drainage Act reports without having to go to council on every one of them. These are the

reports that are done whenever there is a change of use in farmland that may alter the volume of flow into a municipal drain. The drainage engineer ensures that there is sufficient capacity and prepares a revised maintenance schedule for the drain that ensures the landowner pays an appropriate share. Since there is no construction, and the landowner making the change pays the cost of the report, this policy change should streamline applications involving greenhouse expansions and similar agricultural projects. For those of you who may be affected

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by this new policy, it is policy number E09—Drains— Subsequent Connections.

Pelee Island Public Open House

The public is reminded that the Pelee Island Transportation Study is holding a Public Information Centre on Friday, May 27th at the Pelee Days Inn Banquet Hall from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It is an opportunity to review and comment on the transportation study findings to date.

Over the past several years there has been a growing trend of crime that specifically targets seniors. Many of these involve scams and frauds that take place over the

the area have become victims.

On Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. at the Rhine Danube Club, the Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is hosting a Seniors Education Seminar. Also attending will be John Harvey of the Investors Group.

The OPP want to provide seniors with as much information as possible so that they do not become future victims of crime.

Lions Come Through With Generous Donation

On Monday, May 16 the Leamington Lions Club presented a cheque to the municipality in the amount of $9516 for the purchase of 12 benches for Seacliff Park. Pictured above presenting the cheque are (from left to right) Ed Middleton, Mayor John Paterson, Don Nicholson, and Peter Andrew. (SUN Photo)

Two Retirements From Municipal Service

John Tofflemire, Director of Community Services, and Doug Morrish, Director of Development Services, who are both retiring at the end of this week. May 26th will mark the 37th anniversary of Doug’s employment in the Municipal sector. Having started in Timmins, Ontario, Doug was hired as Leamington’s Chief Building Official back in 1989 and during his career has overseen the construction of an estimated $1 billion in buildings. John will mark 35 years of municipal engineering on May 27th, although he is quick to point out that he is not retiring, just concluding his municipal career. Two highlights of John’s work with the town include the massive reconstruction of the waste treatment facility, and the construction of the East Side Arterial Road (that had been stalled for over 40 years). We wish both of these gentlemen all the best.

Salvation Army Thrift Store opens at new location

By Allison Siddall

The Salvation Army held a grand opening for their new store on Sat., May 7.

“This is the nicest thrift store in Southwestern Ontario, without a doubt,” said Salvation Army pastor Captain Corvin Vincent.

It has been a long time coming. There is double the amount of space as their old location on Talbot Street East. A lot of work went into the new store. It was originally two businesses but The Salvation Army rents both sides and has combined it into one storefront, which is nice and bright as well as welcoming.

The Salvation Army has also purchased a new cube truck and will do pickup and delivery of items all over Essex County.

The Salvation Army is presently looking for donations of all kinds – cash, food, and other items –which are needed and welcome. “All money collected here stays in the town of Leamington to support our ministries,” said Captain Vincent.

The new Salvation Army Thrift Store is located at 129 Erie Street South in the Phoenix Plaza. To donate to the The Salvation Army, call 326-1155.

John Tofflemore and Doug Morrish

Captain Corvin Vincent and Salvation Army Thrift Store manager Tanya Monminie. (SUN Photo)

As gas prices rise, reduce fuel usage

The experts say that the record high gas prices are a simple matter of supply and demand. Perhaps the best way to change this is to make sure that demand is less. For drivers, a long-term solution to higher gas prices is to improve their own fuel efficiency by making minor changes to their driving habits. Drivers who make an effort to reduce their speed, avoid idling and unload unnecessary weight in their cars are practicing just a few ways money can be saved at the pump.

With the constant increases in the price of gasoline, now more than ever, readers need to know these common-sense steps to squeeze more kilometres out of every litre.

The following are tips for fuel savings from Chevrolet Canada:

I’ve learned…

Pump Up: Tires that are underinflated can increase your vehicle’s fuel consumption by up to four per cent. Properly inflated tires last longer and improve your fuel efficiency. It is important to measure the inflation level of your tires once a month, preferably when they are cold.

If you’re like me and watch 60 Minutes every Sunday night to catch up on the week’s current events, you’ll know who Andy Rooney is and appreciate these great words of wisdom from him.

I’ve learned... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.

I’ve learned... That when you’re in love, it shows.

Reduce Your Speed: You will use 20 per cent less fuel just by reducing your speed from 120 km/h to 100 km/h.

I’ve learned... That just one person saying to me, ‘You’ve made my day!’ makes my day.

I’ve learned... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.

I’ve learned... That being kind is more important than being right.

I’ve learned... That you should never say no to a gift from a child.

I’ve learned... That I can always pray for someone when I don’t have the strength to help him in some other way.

Plan Your Trips: Going to soccer practice? Need to go grocery shopping? Try combining separate tasks into one trip. Taking short trips (less than 5 kilometres) can burn more fuel because your vehicle doesn’t reach its most efficient operating temperature and you’ll drive more kilometres on separate trips, increasing fuel costs and vehicle wear and tear.

I’ve learned... That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with.

I’ve learned... That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand.

Cruise Control: By using cruise control when conditions are suitable, you can help maximize your fuel efficiency by maintaining the speed limit.

I’ve learned... That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult.

I’ve learned... That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.

Chill Out: Hard acceleration, hard stops and aggressive driving can increase your fuel consumption by up to 39 per cent.

Avoid Idling: Don’t idle if it’s not necessary. If you are going to be stopped for more than 60 secondswhen parked - turn the engine off.

I’ve learned... That we should be glad God doesn’t give us everything we ask for.

I’ve learned... That money doesn’t buy class.

I’ve learned... That it’s those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

I’ve learned... That under everyone’s hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I’ve learned... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

Keep on Rolling in Traffic: Smooth and steady movement is more fuel-efficient than frequent starts and stops. You can save a lot of fuel by anticipating traffic, keeping a constant speed and coasting to stops.

Lighten Your Load: Things like roof and ski racks or heavy items in your trunk decrease your vehicle’s aerodynamics and add weight. Lighten your load by taking only what you need.

Limit the use of Accessories: Power accessories, like air conditioning, require more fuel from your vehicle, so use them wisely. Cool a hot, parked car by lowering windows before blasting the air. When on the highway, be sure to close the windows for best fuel efficiency, but in the city, shut off the air and open the windows and vents to cool the cabin.

I’ve learned... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you.

I’ve learned... That love, not time, heals all wounds.

I’ve learned... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am.

I’ve learned... That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile.

I’ve learned... That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them.

I’ve learned... That opportunities are never lost, someone will take the ones you miss.

I’ve learned... That when you harbour bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.

I’ve learned... That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away.

I’ve learned... That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them.

I’ve learned... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks.

I’ve learned... That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, you’re hooked for life.

I’ve learned... That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.

I’ve learned... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done.

I’ve learned... That life is tough, but I’m tougher.

Don’t mess with breakfast

Deemed the most important meal of the day, breakfast is far and away my favourite feeding. Judging by the look of the parking lots at Denny’s and Bob Evans, I’m not alone.

My son and I walked into one of the local restaurants the other day and the first thing I noticed was the removal of the Breakfast Special sign. It had been a fixture in their front window for as long as I can remember. But, as with most things, they change and in this case the owner of the restaurant did as well. The new guy is a friendly dude, hard worker too, but his business practice is coming across as a bit greedy in my opinion. The yanking of the $3.99 Breakfast Special is evidence for my claim, as was the hastily sketched notice on the wall of his establishment that stated something to the effect of “our coffee prices have increased.”

I suspect that I may not be the only one who shares the opinion that restaurant dude is getting cute with the prices and policies. Finding a good table doesn’t seem to be that big of problem anymore. Then again, I’m thinking less people are stepping out to restaurants to eat these days. The economy, to my mind, while much stronger than in 2008, is still not as robust as it was prior to 2008.

Many folks are much better at holding their tongue than me, and so after seeing the removal of the sign from the front window and the notice about coffee price increase, I couldn’t resist saying something mildly sarcastic to the waitress, something to the effect “nothing special here anymore, eh?”

I then asked her what the price of breakfast was. With a deadpan look she fired back, “You’ve been here before.” With that I folded up my menu and got up from the booth and retorted, “I can’t eat here.” She

responded with, “Go to Wicked Willie’s, they have a good breakfast.”

And that’s exactly what we did. She was correct too,

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it was a good breakfast. Not cheaper by any means, and in fact I may have had to pay a bit more. It was the principle of the matter, and again, I hate been screwed around when it’s concerning breakfast.

Snotty waitresses and greedy restauranteurs aside, I can empathize a bit with the fooders these days. The price of eggs, the toast, the taters and meat are also on the increase. Look no further than your supermarket to notice the significant bump in food prices. Imagine how much the increase in fuel costs is affecting the transportation of goods across the board. Inflation is screwing with my breakfast. Damn that inflation.

You’ve likely noticed that the price of coffee has increased at Tim Hortons and many other coffee shops as well. A friend of mine in the coffee business informs me that we can expect some more increases for coffee in all corners, and sooner rather than later. Coffee is trading near 3 bucks a pound, the highest it’s been in 34 years. Blame crappy crops for the past few years in Columbia and Brazil. I guess they make coffee in Vietnam too. Napalm instead of Nabob?

It was refreshing to walk into a restaurant in a neighbouring community on the weekend to see a blackboard message that informed customers that they “choose not to increase their prices.” I’d drive there every day for breakfast if it didn’t cost me an extra ten bucks in gas.

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Denied to speak to Council

Editor;

Canadians exercised their democratic right in Canada’s Federal Election on Monday, May 2, 2011. Unfortunately, the democratic right to be heard was not exercised at a Municipal Council meeting in Leamington that same night, where only two members, Deputy Mayor Charlie Wright and Chris Chopchik, voted in favour of allowing a resident (Carol Bell) to speak. She was denied the opportunity (without a clear explanation) to bring to the attention of Council an omission that did not appear in the final budget regarding grant applications.

Carol Bell, Leamington

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Young at heart and sore footed

What happens when approximately 40 thirty-plus women hit the pavement running, wearing helmets and wielding sticks? Pain! I’m guessing that I wasn’t the only one from my ball hockey league that awoke last week with more than a few aches and pains.

While thinking about the group of friends that I play with, it dawns on me that we may be a rare phenomenon.

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Many of us are nearing middle age, yet are tackling sports on the ice, on the field and other places that many women just a generation or two ago may not have challenged at our age.

Perhaps this is because ‘40 is the new 30’ or more than likely the fact that we happen to have fallen between the cracks of two extremely different generations. If so, I think we may have lucked out!

For our mothers, and perhaps even more so our grandmothers, the era they grew up in affected their participation in extra-curricular sporting activities and more. Women’s role in society has significantly changed in the past four drastically changing generations.

My husband’s relative, Susan, played on a women’s ice-hockey team back in the day, but I am pretty confident that she, like many teammates, didn’t play team sports beyond their school days.

Less than one hundred years ago, all women in Canada were given the ‘right to vote’ and slowly the freedom to hang out on the sports field with their peers in their spare time too.

My generation, on the other hand, had the opportunity to have children while they were young or choose a career path first and children later. Either way, we seemed to be able to fit in time for the extracurricular activities we wished to participate in before, during and after our children were born. Sharing of parental roles has allowed time for each parent to find some time for activities.

I haven’t quite figured out the next generation. Why aren’t these young women rounding up their friends for some ball hockey or to tackle a triathlon? Is the search for the summer job away from home or Facebook pulling them away? Whatever it is, I am quite sure if they don’t take advantage of playing high intensity sport while less painful and before their day is filled with a full-time job and family, they won’t have the memories or the slight insanity drawing them back to it at the ridiculous age of 46! What are we thinking?

Chelle’s Big 3-0 Chop for Cancer

Funds raised in honour of “second mom”

Months before her 30th birthday, Michelle Mitchell found herself unemployed for the first time in her life. But instead of concentrating on searching for new employment,

22 Queens Avenue, Leamington, Ontario N8H 3G8

Phone: 519-326-4415

Fax: 519-326-1844

email: pneufeld@elveymarshall.com.

Michelle saw the time off as a blessing. Her Grandma, who had been like a second mom to her, had been recently diagnosed with cancer, and admitted into the hospital. Michelle’s unemployed status allowed her to spend her Grandma’s final days with her.

Coming to terms with her grandmother’s terminal illness was emotionally exhausting. Spending every day at the hospital was physically exhausting. Driving in from Leamington, paying for parking, food and various items each day was financially exhausting. Michelle, however, didn’t complain. She had wonderful support from her family in any way she needed. But she knew that many cancer patients and their families are not as fortunate.

So Michelle tirelessly planned an event, “Chelle’s Big 3-0 Chop for Cancer”, which raised over $1,000 for the Windsor & Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation’s Patient Assistance Fund, which provides shortterm aid to patients experiencing financial need. She and 4-year-old

Emma Dixon also cut off a combined 25 inches of hair to be donated to Wigs for Kids.

“Cancer is hard enough on a family without having to worry about the financial burden”, Michelle said.

The Patient Assistance Fund was established in 2009 to help support the growing financial needs exhibited by patients being treated at the Cancer Centre. It is administered by the dedicated Supportive Care staff, and patients remain anonymous.

Since 2009, the Fund has helped over 227 patients, including 14 families and individuals this past holiday season, providing $50,000 in financial assistance each year. Examples of the items the Fund has covered include: patient transportation to appointments or out-of-town tests; medical equipment such as pump rentals, prosthesis, colostomy cleaning supplies; prescriptions not covered by OHIP or insurance benefits; funeral arrangements and will writing assistants; living expenses such as utilities, groceries, rent or mortgage payments; fertility preservation for young men undergoing sterilizing chemo treatment.

“Michelle worked incredibly hard to obtain donations for all manner of items for her event,” said Nancy Gibbons, Administrator of the Cancer Centre Foundation. “We are extremely grateful for her passion and compassion and wish to acknowledge and thank everyone that came out to support her.”

Michelle Mitchell with hairstylist Krystal Caffarena

An inspirational group of young girls took over The Look Hair Studio in Kingsville on Saturday to raise money for their Relay For Life team called No Boys Allowed. The girls accepted donations for performing various tasks around the salon including washing hair. Saturday’s event raised more than $560 and brings their total fundraising efforts this year to nearly $3,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society, far surpassing their initial goal of $1,200. Their next event will be on Thursday, May 19th when they host a pasta dinner at Colasantis. (Photo submitted)

were constructed last week and, weather permitting, the rubberized surface will be installed by the end of this week. If all goes as planned the structure will open to the public this weekend. The town had to re-build the play area when they were forced to remove the original play structure due to damage caused by last June’s tornado. (SUN Photo)

Leamington nominated for $25,000 Kraft Celebration Tour

For the third year in a row, Canada becomes the backdrop for one of the country’s most anticipated summertime events, as Kraft Canada and TSN head back out on the road with the return of the Kraft Celebration Tour. With stops from coast to coast, the Kraft Celebration Tour will see TSN’s flagship sports news program SPORTSCENTRE broadcast live from 10 lucky Canadian communities over a period of 10 days this summer from August 19 to 28. Leamington is one of the early nominees. A Leamington resident submitted the entry to TSN, which is posted on their website at www.sportscentre.ca. The following is the submission for Leamington:

“It would be an excellent experience for TSN to come down to the tomato capital of Canada. I believe it would be good for not only TSN, but for Canada to see how

we do it down here in the most southern part of our beautiful country. We have a pretty good complex here, but it does need some improvement in some places. The baseball diamonds need some fixing up. Leamington has had some really good ball teams over the years. Myself, I have won 3 OBA championships playing for Leamington at these diamonds. But over the last couple of years it’s been a struggle to keep them up. The $25,000 Community Award from Kraft would help out the town of Leamington in a huge way. Fixing up the diamonds would be the first project. The diamonds just have not been the same after the tornado we had last summer. The money will indeed help the Kinsmen Recreation Complex, which is probably the main attraction here in Leamington, maybe fixing up the one arena and the fit-

ness area, which attracts many people. Leamington residents have a huge passion for sports and a healthy and active lifestyle. There was a trail put in that runs from one side of town to the other. It’s very busy in the summer with walkers, runners and bikers. This award would be a huge help to the town of Leamington and myself along with the rest of the town who look forward to seeing Jay and Dan or Dutchy and Kate also. I’m not sure I would survive without Sportcentre and those guys. The town of Leamington truly is a great town, but could use some help with the baseball facilities. Thanks TSN.”

Once again, communities from across the country are invited to nominate their town as a broadcast location –and for the chance to win one of 10 - $25,000 community awards from Kraft Canada to be used for improvements to a facility in the prizewinning communities. “The Kraft Celebration Tour is a terrific program for anyone that wants to give back to the community where they live, work and have strong social ties,” said Dino Bianco, President, Kraft Canada. “Nominate your community. It’s easy and your submission can have a huge impact locally. The $25,000 community award can transform the areas where you come together to be active, have fun and spend quality time with family and friends.”

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“The power of the Kraft Celebration Tour rests in its ability to unite communities from coast to coast with inspirational stories of triumph and perseverance that resonate with us all,” said Stewart Johnston, President, TSN. “To partner with Kraft Canada on a program like this, and to give back to communities that have consistently supported our network with their commitment to grassroots sports in Canada, is extremely rewarding for all of us at TSN.”

Leading the special SPORTSCENTRE broadcasts and highlighting the accomplishments of local communities and athletes are anchors Darren Dutchyshen, Jay Onrait, Dan O’Toole and Kate Beirness, who hits the road for the first time on the Kraft Celebration Tour. Nominations are being accepted until June 15.

Annoucement on July 1

On Canada Day (July 1), TSN will announce the 20 finalists selected by a panel of judges. Then it’s up to Canada to decide the 10 winning tour stops via 10 intense weekdays of headto-head online voting beginning July 11.

This year’s Kraft Celebration Tour follows last year’s cross-country event, which received more than 460 nominations from communities across Canada and saw a record 4.1 million votes cast to select the 10 winning communities.

Van Kesteren sponsors passport clinics in Leamington

MP Dave Van Kesteren is pleased to announce that passport clinics will again be offered throughout the riding this summer.

On Thursday, May 26 a clinic will be held between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk Street. Participants can pick up applications upon arrival at the clinic, or can pick them up in advance at either a post office or the Leamington constituency office at 15 Princess Street and complete them before arrival at the clinic.

Volunteers will be on hand to assist those needing help in completing their application and to check to make sure the application is fully completed before mailing. A photographer will be at the clinic to take passport photos and copying is available for any documents to be submitted.

The cost of passports remains unchanged from past years: $87.00 for adults (16 years of age and older), $37.00 for children 3-15 years, and $22.00 for children under 3 years. Payment can be made by a major credit card, certified cheque or money order, payable to the Receiver General for Canada.

Please note that passports are NOT issued at these clinics. Mr. Van Kesteren’s office provides mailing at the beginning of the week following the clinic. This allows participants several days to complete requirements if needed. In this case, applications received at the Leamington office by 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 31 will be mailed the following day. You will receive your passport in the mail within 20 business days of the mailing date.

Better access to breast cancer screening

Women between 30 and 69 years old who are at a high risk of getting breast cancer will soon have better access to yearly screens that can lead to early detection and save lives, part of the provincial government budget that is now law.

Starting July 1, women can receive an annual breast MRI plus a mammogram through Ontario’s Breast Screening Program (OBSP) – a program administered by Cancer Care Ontario.

“Research shows that having both screens is the best way to detect breast cancer for women who are at high risk,” said MPP Pat Hoy. “The OBSP currently screens women 50 and older, so this announcement will mean an extra 90,000 screens for women at high risk.”

Each applicant (with the exception of an adult renewal) requires a guarantor, any person who has known the applicant for a minimum of 2 years and has a valid Canadian passport. The guarantor is required to sign the back of one of the applicant’s passport photos and a copy of one piece of photo identification. There is a section within the application for the guarantor to complete and sign. Any questions should be directed to either the Leamington office at 519326-9655 or the Chatham office at 519-358-7555, or to the

OBITUARY

Katherine King

Katherine (Kay) King, born November 19, 1912 in Czechoslovakia, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 9, 2011 at the Leamington Mennonite Home.

Predeceased by her beloved husband Aubrey (1964). Loving mother of Carole Repko and husband John, Kingsville; Louis and wife Joyce, Leamington; Allan and wife Jackie, Leamington. Dear grandmother of Robert, Karen, Paul Repko, Michael King (Joanne), Michele Crawford (Gary), Melissa King, Richard King, Lori Krista King, and great-grandchildren Rylie and Raegan King, and Samantha and MacKenzie Crawford. Predeceased by 5 brothers and 4 sisters.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Leamington Mennonite Home for their care and compassion. A family graveside service was held at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Fr. Patrick Beneteau officiated.

As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made by cheque to a charity of choice by contacting the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631).

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance or make a charitable donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

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Grass cutting tip

How you cut your lawn will have more effect on its health than anything else. Here is a tip on a lawn mowing technique that will greatly enhance the health of your lawn: mulch whenever practical and as much as possible.

All plants need light in order to produce the sugar and starches they need to survive and to release oxygen. Each plant has its own needs and it is important to know if your plant has low, medium or high light requirements. So when planning your landscape design, it is important you have the right plant for the right light conditions.

More plants die from over-watering than any other cause. Always check a new plant a couple times per week until you establish a watering cycle. I use my index finger to the second knuckle; if it feels moist don’t water. By over-watering the plant will drown, as its roots will sit in water and suffocate the plant.

Yellow leaves will also indicate over watering; brown-edged leaves will show the beginning of under watering. If you catch the plant at the browning stage, there may be time to save it. At this stage, I will take the entire plant and submerge the plant in a pail of water until the bubbles stop, then allowing the plant to drain the access water. The damaged edges of the leaves will not return green again. They can be removed or trimmed with scissors.

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THIS WEEK’S MUSICAL BIRTHDAYS

In 1975, Jack Johnson In 1973, Stevie Wonder- 'You Are The Sunshine Of My Life'

In 1972, Jenny Berggren, singer for Ace Of Base In 1970, Jordan Knight, of New Kids On The Block In 1966, Janet Jackson In 1959, Steven Morrissey, vocals, songwriter, The Smiths In 1953, Richard Page, lead singer of Mr Mister In 1952, Jeffrey Hyman, (aka Joey Ramone), singer for The Ramones

In 1952, George Strait In 1945, Pete Townshend, The Who In 1944, Joe Cocker

In 1941, Ronald Isley, The Isley Brothers SONGS TO HIT #1 THIS WEEK

In 1990, Madonna- 'Vogue'

In 1989, Paula Abdul- 'Forever Your Girl'

In 1987, U2- 'With Or Without You'

In 1984, Simple Minds- 'Don't You Forget About Me'

In 1981, Kim Carnes- 'Bette Davis Eyes'

In 1978, Paul McCartney- 'With A Little Luck'

In 1977, Stevie Wonder- 'Sir Duke'

In 1974, Ray Stevens- 'The Streak'

In 1967, The Young Rascals- 'Groovin'

MUSIC EVENTS ON THIS WEEK'S DATES

2010, 67 yr old rocker, Ronnie James Dio, died after a six-month battle with stomach cancer.

2002, All the members from Alien Ant Farm were hospitalised after their tour bus was involved in a crash in Spain.

1998, Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards fell while reaching for a book at his Connecticut home, breaking his ribs and forcing postponement of many shows. This came 22 years to the

week after he crashed his car while high 1998, The funeral of Frank Sinatra was held 1998, Tommy Lee from Motley Crue was sentenced to six months jail after being found guilty of spousal abuse.

1988, James Brown was arrested for the fifth time in 12 months, following a car Chase near his home, he was charged with assault, resisting arrest and being in charge of illegal weapons, he was given a 6 year jail sentence.

1987, A fire destroyed Tom Petty's house in LA, the cost was estimated at $800,000.

1979, Eric Clapton held a party at his Surrey house celebrating his recent marriage to Patti Boyd. Clapton had set-up a small stage in the garden and as the evening progressed Paul McCartney, George Harrison & Ringo Starr ended up jamming together along with Clapton, Ginger Baker & Mick Jagger. The all-star band ran through old Little Richard & Eddie Cochran songs. 1974, Guitarist Brian May collapsed at a Queen concert, suffering from hepatitis.

1973, Paul Simon released the single ‘Kodachrome’ which became a hit in Norfth America, but was banned from airplay in the UK because it contained a brand name.

1969, While watching a baseball game in LA's Dodger Stadium, Peter Cetera of 'Chicago' was beat up by four Marines who didn't like the length of his hair. They broke his jaw, resulting in the singer spending two days in intensive care.

1969, Pete Townshend spent the night in jail for assaulting a man who jumped on stage during a Who concert. Turns out it was a cop who was trying to warn the audience that a fire had broken out.

1966, The Beach Boys released their classic album, "Pet Sounds" 1966, The Castiles (with Bruce Springsteen on vocals), made their first recordings

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Mulch provides vital nutrients as it decomposes in your lawn. Sometimes, however, your lawn will become too long or thick to make this practical, so in cases like this it is recommended to bag your clippings. You should also bag your clippings if the lawn is too wet.

The water requirements vary from container size, temperature, humidity, time of the year and light conditions. My basic tips on watering are: Use tepid water, plants will absorb warm water easier than cold water. Try not to use heavily chlorinated water or water from a water softener, plants are not fond of either. Make sure the container you are using has a good drainage hole. Place some stones or broken pottery over the hole. Plants will adapt to different water schedules as long as they are done on a consistent basis and maintained regularly.

Most plants will require fertilizer at some point during the growing season, preferably spring or fall. Be very careful during the hot summer. Liquid plant food such as MiracleGro is a good choice, or 10-15-10 – these numbers represents the ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Follow the directions on the label, and generally use only half the minimum strength suggested.

The 5 most often found pests are aphids, white flies, spider mites, scale and mealy bugs. I find the best spray for general maintenance is Sun-lite soap. Simply use full strength in a hose sprayer in early morning or late afternoon. However, in some cases I will use a store purchased organic insecticidal soap spray.

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drove one of several models provided by Lally Southpoint Ford of Leamington.

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Tomato Caprese Cocktail Piks

One Sweet™ tomatoes are perfect to skewer up with tiny ciliegine mozzarella balls on fun picks, making for a perfect party bite when drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Makes 24 pieces

1 package SUNSET® One Sweet™ Tomatoes 12 small fresh basil leaves 24 ciliegine mozzarella balls (about an 8-oz container), drained well Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup purchased balsamic glaze* 24 short bamboo or other fun picks

To assemble: Thread onto each pick in this order: a tomato, a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball and another tomato.

Place assembled picks on a platter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with balsamic glaze right before serving. Serve any extra balsamic glaze in a tiny bowl for dipping or with a spoon for drizzling.

Chef’s Notes: *Balsamic glaze is found in many well-stocked grocery stores and specialty food shops. If you are unable to find it, then you can make it easily. Combine 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 2 Tbsp sugar in a small pan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce heat to low and slowly simmer for 10 to 12 minutes to reduce liquid to about 1/4 cup or a light syrup texture. Watch carefully so as not to over-reduce. Store covered at room temperature until needed.

Ciliegine are tiny 1/3-oz mozzarella balls. You can also drizzle the caprese with a few dots of extra-virgin olive oil.

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18th annual LDMH Foundation Golf Tournament to raise money for women’s health initiatives

This year’s Leamington District Memorial Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament is Wednesday, June 1 at Erie Shores. This is the 18th year for the tourney and over its almost two decades it has raised more $500,000 for Leamington Hospital.

Tee off time is 1 p.m. and will be followed by dinner at the Erie Shores Dining room overlooking Lake Erie. There will be a variety of entertaining events during the tournament including a skins game, three hole-in-one contest holes, a putting contest, beat the pro, closest to the pin, and closest to the line – all this in addition to the fun scramble tournament format.

Golf, dinner and most of the day’s events are covered by the $130 entry fee. Foursomes and individual golfers are welcome. A raffle will take place featuring a number of unique items from local supporters including an autographed Megan Agosta team Canada jersey and an autographed poster of Bobby Orr poster his famous goal against the St. Louis Blues.

The major sponsorships for this year’s event have already been taken, but there are numerous hole sponsorship opportunities ranging from $150 to $500. This year, in keeping with the theme to raise funds to enhance services for women at Leamington Hospital, a unique sponsorship is being offered. At a selected hole, pink signs will be displayed honouring and remembering those who have battled breast cancer. For a $50 donation a loved one’s name can be included in this unique display.

Deb Jones Chambers Honorary Chair of Tourney

This year, funds raised will be used to enhance services for women at Leamington Hospital. In keeping with this theme, Deb Jones Chambers, president of the Leamington Chapter of the Canadian Cancer Society, is the tournament’s honorary chair.

For more than twenty years she worked as a Medical Radiation Technologist with a certification in Mammography. She worked part-time at both Hotel Dieu Grace and Leamington District Memorial Hospitals. “In 2004 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. This ignited a passion in volunteering for cancer related charities. I don’t consider myself a survivor. I am surviving cancer. I have been fighting the disease as well as overcoming its challenges and side effects,” stated Chambers, a wife and mother of three children.

Chambers, along with other breast cancers survivors, developed a volunteer committee with the priority of establishing a 5 km walk called Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer. Chambers is the Committee Chair for this family event. “The entire family is affected with the diagnosis and we fight it together. Our goal is to help provide assistance to local families facing cancer with information about resources and support.

For five years I was one of the top fundraisers for Windsor Run for the Cure. It is a national event that benefits the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation,” said Jones Chambers.

“I believe that knowledge is power, power is strength and strength gives you hope. I am volunteering towards a cure, but just as importantly, we are all working towards improvement in treatments, services, support and information,” said Jones Chambers.

Deb Jones Chambers

Flyers name Mike Sadler General Manager

The Leamington Flyers announced last week that they have appointed Mike Sadler as General Manager.

Sadler is a Cottam native who has an extensive resume that includes roles in both local hockey and the

Aqua In Motion

Ontario Hockey League.

“I felt that with Mike’s experience and his knowledge of scouting for all those years he should be a great asset to our team,” said Flyers owner Abe Fehr. “He knows how to build a successful team and he knows what kind of team Tony (Piroski) likes to coach so I believe he will be recruiting those types of players. I think with Mike as GM and Tony as our coach we are going to see players wanting

to come play for the Flyers.”

Sadler began his hockey career in the early 1970s where he won an OMHA championship with the Essex Juvenile team. He then served as assistant manager in the Essex 73’s inaugural season followed by 9 years as General Manager.

In 1983 he joined the Ontario Hockey League’s Central Scouting Bureau which led to subsequent jobs as a scout for the Peterborough Petes and Head Scout for the Plymouth Whalers. Most recently Sadler served as the Director of Player Personnel

for the Kitchener Rangers. He recently stepped down from that position but will remain as a consultant for the team.

Sadler said the many years of extensive travel has worn on him and he is looking forward not only to staying closer to home but also to be a part of an organization he has long admired.

“Since I was a kid I’ve always been a fan of Leamington hockey, even when I was the enemy in Essex,” Sadler said. “I was always impressed with the work Fred Epplett did in building

this team many years ago. The team may have fallen on hard times recently but the goal is to restore the luster and bring the team back to what it used to be.”

Sadler said he was impressed with the Flyers’ improvements this year under new ownership and with the new coaching staff and he thinks things are definitely moving in the right direction. “I’ve always been a fan of Tony’s coaching and now I’ve gotten to know the owners and I definitely think everyone is in it for the right reasons.”

Sadler doesn’t think there will be a lot of major changes made to the team this year and his primary goal will be to provide Piroski and his coaching staff with the type of players that will continue to improve on the team’s rising success.

“My idea is that basically I’m here to provide players for Tony and the rest of the guys to coach. I’m not going to dictate who will be on the team. I’m just there to support – that’s the mandate of the job.”

The Flyers are currently preparing for a mini tryout camp that will be held on June 4th and 5th in Leamington.

The main training camp will be held in early August and the 2011/2012 regular season will begin in September.

Canada’s recently released report card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth has given a discouraging national rating of “D” for the 2010 calendar year based on all the statistical criteria and indicators. Therefore, society needs to adopt a new plan. We need to get in motion! We need to encourage, motivate and display an active lifestyle to our young children and youth so that they grow-up with a healthy understanding of what exercise is, and that they want to include it in their daily schedules.

LDMBA final rosters

Leamington District Minor Baseball Association (LDMBA) has announced the final rosters for the 2011 season. Junior and Senior Mites begin on Friday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m.

JUNIOR MITES

Air Liquide Blue: Darko Alfaro, Darshan Alfaro, Zachery Gordon, Angela Derbyshire, Ethan Tatomir, Tison Tandari, Owenn Flaming, Andrew Unger and Tyson Bergen.

Air Liquide Red: Elijah O’Sullivan, Devin Harris, Zachary Monminie, Zachary Paine, Aiden Cabral, Tristan Newman-Tuffin, Andrew Hamilton, Noah Reid and Derek Renaud.

Dr. McCormick Eye Care Orange: Richard Hammings, Logan Williams, Nikolas Reekoe, Noah Vitalis, Rylee Gillett, Zachery Gould, Kristen Kretschmann and Zakary Augustine.

Dr. McCormick Eye Care Yellow: Kellen Smyth, Deasa Minaudo, Gavin LeBrun, Chase Simpson, Pierce Karbowski, Brooklyn Ciliska, Cole Martineau and Joshua Allsop.

SENIOR MITES

Highlineine Green: Aiden Serravalle, Ryan Schiller, Ryleigh Gaudreau, Matt LeCoure, Noah George, Kaiden Dossantos and Brooke Dominguez.

CAA: Olivia Derbyshire, Travis DeGroote, Logan Carlini, Cayden Geddes, Max Jacobs, Brady Eaton, Jordan Journeau and Carter Knelsen.

Highline Blue: Brennan Smyth, Austin Cabral, Wyatt Tiessen, Cody Konrad, Joel Szorvas, Madison Palmer and Aliya Price.

Highline Yellow: Christopher Matias, Alex Dumochelle, Braedyn Newman-Tuffin, Lucas Penner, Rebekah Joseph, Cole Bradley, Caleb Bradley and Tristan Pillon.

McDonald’s: Danica DeSantis, Thomas DeSantis, Meagan Derksen, Brooke Derksen, Matthew Reekie, Kaden Gabriele, Dax Mercer and Derek Neufeld.

Pro Shots: J.J. Tandari, Jaycie Granger, Xander Harder, Jonah Friesen, Ben Omar, Nathan Omar, Tyler Clark and Andrew Dyck.

BANTAM

Jose’s Noodle Factory Coach: Sam Chacko.

Players: Colin Keltch, Abe Froese, Noah Chacko, Jake Goblirsch, Nathaniel Massad, Matthew Morden, Brandon Azae, Ashton Fehr, Jared Rawlings, Quayd Rawlings, Bobby Georges, Kevin Dow-Normadeau.

MIDGET

Jose’s Noodle Factory Coaches: Joel Lapos and Chad Gillett.

Players: Stefan Pretli, Kyler Kwiatkowski, Kyle Ciacelli, Kyle McIntosh, Michael Catalano, Hunter DeLaurier, Davey Watson, Adam Hyatt, Kyle Quick, Adam Bassile, Bobby Georges, Jesse Driedger, Matt Holiga, Christopher Preston.

On Tuesday, May 10, 49 players attended the Erie Shores Progs Golf League as their new season got underway. The league welcomed new players Bob Dick, Wayne Gillett, Ward Hutchins, Henry Hildebrandt, Brian Plumb and Ken Steingart.

Team ‘C’ was the winning team and the players were Ward Hutchins, Bill Gherasim, Ed Shachowskoy, Larry Roberts, Bob Dick, Ron Tremblay, Ken Luxford, Rod Paulin, Dennis Weedmark, Orest Hrynewich, Frank Dick, Jack Martin and Gene Bouliane.

The 1st Low Individual Score at plus 7 was won by Ken Steingart, 2nd and 3rd lows tied at plus 3 were won by Bob Gray and Bill Gherasim. There were 4 skins won by Greg Gare, Ron Tremblay, Ken Steingart and Bill Gherasim.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 - The Leamington Horticultural Society will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 pm. This month's programme will be presented by Leo and Beth Smith. Under discussion, the development of a Nature Trail through the grounds of The Leamington Kiwanis Boy's and Girl's Camp. Guests are welcome, attendance free and light refreshments are served.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 - The Leamington Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police invites you to an information night to better educate and to help prevent you from becoming the victim of a fraud. 7:00 p.m. at the Rhine Danube Club, 130 Erie St. N., Leamington. Everyone is welcome.

THURSDAY, MAY 19 - Relay for Life Fundraiser, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Teams ʻRuby Moonlightersʼ and ʻNo Boys Allowedʼ pasta & chicken dinner at Colasantiʼs. Door prizes, raffles, bake sale. Tickets for adults are $15, kids 4-12 $10; kids 3 and under free. Please contact Melanie at 519-996-7038, Jill at 519-7336441 or Jenn at 519-712-9451.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 – Yard Sale at 2 Franklin in Leamington to support the Cousins Against Cancer Relay For Life team. Yard sale runs from 8am to 4pm with BBQ at 11am. Will also include Tupperware and bake sale.

SUNDAY, MAY 22 - 13th Annual Parade of Horses, starting at 1:30 p.m. at John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area, 915 County Rd. 50E, between Kingsville and Colchester. Learn the history of many breeds, from tiny ponies to giant draught horses. Pat some noses and chat with the horse owners. Also featuring: food booth, bake sale, blacksmithing and farrier demonstrations, tour of the 1842 house and more. Arrive early and bring a lawn chair. No dogs, please. For information call 519-7382029 or visit www.erca.org.

TUESDAYS, STARTING MAY 24 - FREE 6-Week Just for Moms and Babies Class. Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, 215 Talbot Street East, Leamington. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. New mothers face many challenges when they bring their baby home from the hospital. To help with the transition to motherhood, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be holding a 6-week “Just for Moms and Babies” series in Leamington. Mothers meet with other new mothers to share and learn from each otherʼs experiences. These free, informal groups are facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and are for mothers with new babies up to six months of age. To register, call 519-258-2146, Ext. 2100.

FRIDAY, MAY 27 & SAT. MAY 28 - P.J. Girls Relay for Life team is holding the 3rd annual yard sale/ bbq / bake sale, 88 Joanne Court, Leamington. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. BBQ will be Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bake sale, facepainting, and raffle also on Saturday. Come on out and help us fight back and make cancer history. Together we will make a difference.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 - Everything Sale, 9:00 a.m.12:00 noon at St. Johnʼs Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Plants, pies, goodies, dishes, rummage, everything!

SATURDAY, MAY 28 - Rummage Sale, Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 - Yard and Bake Sale (actually held indoors) at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Olinda, 2935 Olinda Side Road, near Ruthven, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Homemade baked goods. BBQ available over the lunch period.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 - Relay for Life Fundraiser. Team ʻTreking Ducksʼ Yard Sale at 70 Anfred, Leamington, 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Also - Teams ʻRuby Moonlightersʼ and ʻNo Boys Allowedʼ yard sale / bake sale, bbq at 656 Seacliff Dr. Kingsville. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 - Canadian Tire is having a fundraiser to support the JumpStart program that provides financial assistance to children who cannot afford to take part in organized sports and recreation. The event will take place in the Canadian Tire parking lot from 8 am to 4 pm and will include a car wash, BBQ, games for children, face painting & more! MAY 28 & 29 - Fort Malden Horticultural Societyʼs 26th Annual Garden Tour & Fair, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. A self-guided tour of gardens in Amherstburg. Also 10th annual Garden Fair at United Communities Credit Union Complex, 3295 Meloche Road, Amherstburg. Tour $10 per person, fair is free. For info call Paulette 519-736-6254 or Anne 519-7369430.

SUNDAY, MAY 29 - Leamington Gospel Group ʻConnectionʼ (Brad, Brian, & Lynn Bailey, Bill Mackenzie, Darrin Manley, Jack Sumner, Kim Sykes, & Janis Willan) invites you to their upcoming 'Spring Gospel Concert' at 3:00 pm. It will be at the First Baptist Church, 3 Fox Street, Leamington. A free will offering will benefit the church outreach and missions projects. Mark this date on your calendar!

MONDAY, MAY 30 - Friendship Dinner, 5:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian church, corner of Setterington St. and Erie St. S., Leamington. Free home cooked meal with dessert and beverage for those in need.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Broasted Chicken Dinner at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., 4:007:00 p.m. Advance tickets only (until May 31), 519326-9461. Adults $14; children 6-12 years $6; children 5 and under free.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Rediscover Your Bike 2011 - Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Bring your family and your bike to this FREE event! There will be a bike rodeo for kids, helmet giveaways and fittings, healthy snacks, bike safety checks, interactive demonstrations, and a guided Share the Road ride. Participate and enter a draw to win some great prizes.

SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Walk, Rock ʻn Roll featuring Dale Butler and the Friends of Last Friday Coffee House. A walkathon, BBQ and concert to benefit South Essex Community Councilʼs Adult Day Program & Foot Care Clinic. At Leamington Municipal Marina. 9:00 a.m. walk registration; 10:00 a.m. walk begins; 12:00 noon bbq & concert. For more info call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit www.secc.on.ca.

MONDAY, JUNE 6 - Relay for Life Fundraiser 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Team ʻBetter Buttsʼ pasta dinner at Kingsville Pavilion. For tickets contact Sarah 519733-9793.

Driving the ball forward

First let me introduce myself, my name is Lee MacKenzie and I am the new Head Golf Professional at Talbot Trail Golf Club in Wheatley and this season I would like to bring you my views and experiences as a CPGA Professional.

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For the past 20 years I have worked in the golf industry as a General Manager, Head Professional, Sales and Service Manager and Lead Golf Instructor in places like Kalamazoo, MI, Bonita Springs, FL, Kingsville, ON and now in Wheatley and I have to admit, coming back to my hometown area sure feels good after all these years.

Okay, enough about me, let’s talk golf for a minute and see what’s in store for the golf course this season. First, you have a Canadian PGA Professional that can help out with your golf game. We have a new fully stocked Pro Shop for all your equipment and apparel needs and hopefully if it ever quits raining long enough, a new driving range is being put together as we speak, which could be open as soon as next week for everyone out there to enjoy.

For the past few months Greg Coulter (General Manager) has been busy putting something very special together this year not only for the membership, but also for the community. Snowbird golfers who head south for the winter have seen the amazement of all the beautiful golf courses around, but one comes to mind for me and it’s just a nine-hole executive course in Florida which offers a general manager, teaching professional, club house, pro shop, locker storage, full kitchen, full bar, driving range and a mint conditioned golf course. Oh, and did I mention that it costs $75,000 to join!

I guess what I am getting at is that they have made their little piece of heaven the most it can be by presenting everything that a 54-hole golf course has to offer. Just because you might only be a nine-hole course, don’t under estimate the excitement of playing one of the longest, toughest, beautiful nine holes in our county while providing you with a pro shop, full kitchen, licensed bar, teaching professional, on-line tee time booking system and a driving range at your service.

Simona Lehan Owner/Designer

Leamington S.C. United starts 3rd season out strong

While the weather didn’t co-operate all weekend, Leamington SC United returned to the pitch to start their third season off in LaSalle at the Vollmer Complex for the opening kick-off tournament. There were 4 teams that competed. After a long cold winter the players looked forward to getting back on the pitch and there were no disappointments.

The U12 Boys for the second season went undefeated in the kick-off cup, bringing home first place. Their weekend started Saturday at 11:30 when they faced the Caboto Strikers, winning the game 2-1. Their second game was against LaSalle Stompers U11, an underage team playing up a division, and LSCU won that game 2-1. Sunday, the morning started at 10:15, and in the rain and cold the boys faced Tecumseh Warriors and beat them 2-0.

The semis would find LSCU up against the Caboto Strikers once again. This was a very intense game, ending in a tie and going to penalty shots. LSCU won. Back for the final game of the weekend, the championship game, Leamington faced the LaSalle U11 team for one more round of nailbiting action. With the rain coming down and the wind blowing hard, Leamington was able to pull off the final victory for a 3-2 win.

The U13 boys started their weekend of play on Saturday at 10:15 when they faced the Tecumseh Warriors, winning that game 2-1. They played their second game at 2:00 against Amherstburg and won 4-1. With the remainder of the day to rest, they were back in LaSalle for a 9:00 start on Sunday. Their opponent was the Future Pros. The rain was coming down hard and didn’t let up. Both teams had to dig deep to fight the wet and they cold, and the game ended in a 2-2 tie.

First in their pool put them in the semi-final round to play LaSalle, which they won 2-1. For the third year in a row, LSCU U13 boys would find themselves in the championship game only to have a heartbreaking loss in a penalty shoot out to Tecumseh Warriors. A well played and hard fought game the boys stood on their heads the entire weekend.

The U15 boys started their weekend Saturday morning where they faced LaSalle and lost 2-0. Their next game was at 11:30 against Hellenic, which also ended in a loss 2-1. After a long day, the U15 team would have to face their third opponent, Harrow, at 3:15. The game was very close but both teams failed to find the back of the net and it resulted in a 0-0 tie. Sunday, back for an 11:30 game, they faced the first

place team in the pool in the semi-final match. Having played Hellenic already, they knew what to expect and held the close resulting in a loss of 1-0.

This season, the U17 girls have been moved up to the Senior Women’s division for lack of teams in their age group. This division includes teams that played in higher level leagues from all over Ontario to women that go to university and are working full-time. The age of the girls for Leamington this year ranges from 14-17, but that did not stop them. They faced the Tecumseh U17 team at 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning and shut them down, but lost 1-0. The girls were thinking that the score would be a lot higher than that and were pleasantly surprised to see that they could hold their own. For their second game they played against the Tecumseh U16 team that plays up a division for the competition. Another game that LSCU thought would be a higher scoring game, they came out and scored the first goal. They ended up losing 2-1, but they all played hard and with a lot of heart. Their third game was at 4:30 and they played Tecumseh 18

Blue. A long game, Leamington dominated the plays but could not finish at the net and it resulted in a 2-0 loss.

The second round of the Kick-Off Cup will be the weekend of May 28-29 at the Ford Test Track where the U12 girls and the U11 boys will make their club debut being the two newest teams to the club. The U14 girls, U16 boys and U17 boys will also be participating, hoping to bring the championships home.

Visit www.leamingtonscunited.com for full schedules of all games. Please come out and support these local talented athletes.

Amazing Race caps Nurses Week

As part of the fun Leamington District Memorial Hospital staff had to celebrate Nurses Week, five teams of four nurses participated in a fun race around town to see who would be crowned ‘the best of the best’. Teams had to decipher cryptic clues to locate each of four stations and then complete a challenge to get the directions to the next location. One was the hospital’s own cafeteria where each team had to prepare a salad (that was judged on presentation and taste as well as whether or not the team included a ‘secret ingredient’). Another was Queen of Peace playground where the points were based on successful free throws with a basketball. This one was fun because the clue to its location successfully lured at least one team to Queen Elizabeth Public School in error. Third was the SuperStore where teams had to figure out that they were to purchase frosted flakes and a box of macaroni and cheese. At the end of the race all of the food purchased was donated to the food bank. Finally, the teams had to figure out that the fourth location was the Leamington Family Health Centre where each team member had to successfully complete a series of fitness challenges.

The teams and organizers met at Jose’s to judge the salads, add up the points, and declare the winners.

• “You get to know the teachers, so it is much

• “I don’t feel that I am just a number; can easily get help if I need it.“

• “I love the sports teams: they are competitive but everyone gets to play, which is even better.“

• “Our educational trips throughout and at the end of the year, set us apart.“

• “I love the parties and all-school eventsthat help us interact with the entire school, not just our class.“

• “We strive to make a difference,instead of just existing.“

Princess Luncheon

Seven-year-old Gemma Wilkinson checked out the pink castle, which was raffled off.

Pictured above is the winning team of nurses. From left to right are Trina Bates, Jocelyn Flores, Kym Mercer, and Amy Houle. (SUN Photo)

Barons open season with a win

The Leamington Barons opened the 2011 baseball season with a 2-0 win over Windsor last Wednesday at home. The Barons were led by excellent pitching from Greg Mastronardi and Max Saad.

Mastronardi started the game and didn’t allow a hit in four innings, with six strikeouts and one walk. Saad pitched the final three innings and allowed just one hit with three strikeouts.

Jeremy Tiborcz and Brian Moore led the Barons offensively, both going 2 for 3, while Steve Avelar drove in the winning run with a double in the 4th inning.

The Barons’ second game of the season was originally scheduled for this past Sunday in Leamington but was postponed due to the weather. Their next game will be tonight (the 18th) at 7 p.m. on diamond 7 at the Kinsmen ball diamonds when they host the Harrow Senior team.

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Lawn Tractors

JD 425 w/60” mower

JD 345 w/48” mower

JD X500 w/48” mower

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JD LT 166 w/46” mower

JD STX 38 w/38” mower

Kubota G1700 Diesel w/ 54” mower

Kubota T1460 w/42” mower

Agco 2020 LC w/60” mower

Plus many more Tractors

Ford 1100 - 14 HP Diesel

I.H. 434 Gas Ferguson 35 Gas

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

Sunday Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.

Summer Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. North Leamington United Mennonite Church

625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

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

Sunday Gatherings 10 a.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Humphreys beats 11-time champion at Erie Shores

men’s opening kick-off

New records set including lowest net score

Templo Christiano De Leamington 39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 p.m.

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel 6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 p.m.

United Pentecostal Church 312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church 58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s

(February

Joseph’s Church

Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643 Saturday Mass 5 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9 a.m. (Italian, English), 11 a.m. (Portuguese, English) St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite) 280 Talbot Street East,

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

Services:

Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

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

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services 10:50 a.m. (Summer 10 a.m.)

Sunday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

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

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

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

Sunday Worships 9:15 & 11 a.m.

Leamington Christian Centre

98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

English/Spanish 6:30 p.m.

On a rare day this May, blessed with no rain and lightning fast greens, Brian Humphreys and Jim McCallum played neck-to-neck golf for 18 holes at the 31st Annual Men’s Opening Kick-Off at Erie Shores Golf and Country this past weekend. But, when all was said and done, Humphreys’ one over par round of 72 was good enough for a one-shot victory over defending champion and 11-time winner Jim McCallum who finished with a two over par 73.

Tying for third spot at 3 over par 74 was past winner Bill Ruiter and newcomer Bob Gray. To say the least, the golf club was abuzz about Gray’s round of 74 which was truly extraordinary as he normally shoots in the mid to high 80s. With his 14 handicap taken off, his net score was 60 – setting a couple of new records at Erie Shores. It was the lowest net score in the 31-year history of the Kick-Off and it was also the largest winning margin of 7 strokes in the net flight category between first and second. The previous record difference was four strokes.

Shooting scores of four over par 75, Andy Herring and Greg Zimney also had good rounds in the Kick-Off finishing tied for fifth, two strokes ahead of Scott Wilkinson who finished with a 77. Also breaking 80 was Ryan Harder with a seven over par 78, and Ward Hutchins with a 79.

In the Low Net Division finishing a distant second – seven strokes behind Bob Gray – was Ron Tremblay who had net 67. Three other golfers finishing tied for third place at net 69 included Jeff Brown, Rob Flynn and Tom Miehl.

Stork Stork Report Report

Jones - Stacey and David of Harrow, a girl on April 29, 2011.

Wiebe - Helena and Wilhelm Unger of Wheatley, a boy on April 30, 2011.

McFarland - Laura and Jarode Letch of Leamington, a boy on May 1, 2011.

Schmidt - Nicole and Gregory of Leamington, twins, a boy and a girl on May 4, 2011.

Hammond - Natasja and Sean of Leamington, a boy on May 7, 2011.

Trealout - Ginger and Doug of Leamington, a boy on May 9, 2011.

Scmitt - Julie and John of Leamington, a boy on May 11, 2011.

The Stork Report is sponsored by

Bob Gray, left, was Low Net Champion and Brian Humphreys, right, was Low Gross Champion.

Lawn bowling season gets underway

The 2011 season for the Leamington Lawn Bowling Club is underway with games being played on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. until the weather warms up, and then they will be in the evening.

The first lawn bowling tournament for District #1 was held at the Leamington club on May 14, sponsored by Peter Storey Wood Gundy World Markets. There was a gentle breeze and despite the threat of rain there were three greens of trebles. After the first game a delicious lunch was enjoyed by all.

Outside clubs represented were from Tilbury and Windsor. First-place winners were John Fantis, Brian Sims and Maggie Reid of the Tilbury group. Winning second were Paul Brown, Roger Vercruysse and Al Fischer of the Leamington club. Dennis Skipper, Barb Bellmore and Anja MacKenzie of Windsor placed third.

The Leamington Lawn Bowlers are looking for you! Be a spectator or give it a try – the local group would love to have you join them. It could change your world! For more information call Roger Vercruysse (519-733-5783) or Sherwin Brown (519-733-6349). The club is located behind the United Church in Leamington.

AGCO, Police, Conduct Liquor Licence Inspections

On May 5-6, the Alcohol Gaming Commission on Ontario (AGCO) along with Leamington OPP and members of the Essex County OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) conducted a two-night enforcement initiative pertaining to the inspection of numerous licenced liquor establishments in Leamington and Kingsville. OPP officers partnered with the AGCO liquor Inspectors to complete the inspections and additionally conducted foot patrol of the Leamington downtown core.

As a result of this initiative, 8 infractions under the Liquor Licence Act were issued including possession and purchase of liquor off licenced premises, over service of alcohol to patrons and public intoxication.

Vehicles Stolen, Damaged

Sometime between May 10 at 8:00 p.m. and May 11 at 7:00 a.m. a 1995 green Jeep Grand Cherokee 4X4 bearing Ontario licence plate AVZT766 was stolen from a driveway on Marlborough St. E., Leamington. The vehicle was locked at the time of the theft.

On May 12 a golf cart was stolen from Leisure Lake Campground. The golf cart is described as a 1996 blue Club Car with tan seats and chrome rims.

A rear window of a vehicle was smashed out while it was parked at a business parking lot on Erie St. N. in Leamington. Nothing was stolen from the vehicle.

Search Warrant Executed at A&L Recyclers

On May 10, members of the Essex County OPP Criminal Investigations Branch commenced the execution of a Criminal Code Search Warrant at A&L Auto Recyclers on County Road 42 in Lakeshore. Members of the Chrysler Corporation were also at the scene assisting OPP officers with the identification of various automobile parts. The search resulted in the seizure of numerous stolen Chrysler Corporation automobile parts. The seized vehicle parts include axels, cloth tops, rims, transmissions, transfer cases, various lamps and new radios. The total value of the seizure to date is estimated in excess of $250,000.

Figurine Stolen In B&E

A break and enter at a residence on Waterview Road, Kingsville resulted in the theft of “The Balloon Seller”, a Royal Doulton figurine. Entry was gained via an unlocked garage door and then culprit(s) pried open the door leading from the garage to the residence.

Search Continues for 2006 Homicide Suspect

May 17 marked the 5-year anniversary of the discovery of 41-year-old Larry Strangway’s body in his Erie Street, Harrow, residence. A May 18, 2006 post mortem examination confirmed that Mr. Strangway died as a result of a gunshot wound.

The Essex County OPP Criminal Investigation Unit and the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, under the direction of Detective Inspector Greg Walton, continue to examine the evidence and interview potential witnesses as they piece together the details surrounding Mr. Strangway’s death.

“Advances in forensic technology together with information gathered from witnesses can bring those responsible for this death to prosecution,” said Detective Inspector Walton. “Even a small detail could help our investigators solve this homicide”.

If you have any information concerning Mr. Strangway’s activities or his known associates please contact Essex County OPP Criminal Investigation Unit or Crime Stoppers.

The Ontario Provincial Police and the Government of Ontario are offering a reward in the amount of $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Larry Strangway.

Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for the death of Larry Strangway should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police Criminal Investigation Branch at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 723-2491, or their nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

JumpStart fundraiser May 28; program provides kids with opportunity to play organized sports

The Leamington Canadian Tire store is holding a fundraising event on Saturday, May 28th to raise money for their JumpStart program that provides financial assistance to children who cannot afford to participate in organized sports and recreation. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include a car wash, barbeque, games for children, face painting and a demonstration of programs from the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Attendees can also meet families who have benefited from the JumpStart program.

All of the money raised will go back into the community and provide local children ages 4 to 18 with the opportunity to take part in organized activities like hockey, swimming, soccer, basketball, dance, yoga, climbing and martial arts. The JumpStart program helps cover the cost of registration, equipment and/or transportation cost. Canadian Tire covers the cost of administration so 100% of the funds raised go to JumpStart. Since the launch of the program in 2005, the program has assisted more than 300,000 kids across Canada.

Jake Toews celebrated his 93rd birthday April 19th and Margaret Toews turned 90 on May 1st. They will celebrate May 21st with family.

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Do you e-cycle your electronics?

We all know the familiar three R’s of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, but do you e-cycle? E-cycle, also known as Recovering the Resource (to keep with the R alliteration), is how yoy can turn your high tech waste green.

The term e-cycling is rather new and refers to donations, reuse, shredding and general collection of used electronics. Generically, the term refers to the process of collecting, brokering, disassembling, repairing or recycling the components or metals contained in used or discarded electronic equipment, otherwise known as electronic waste (e-waste).

IN MEMORIAM WOELK,

For as long as there is memory They’ll always live on in our hearts.

With love, your family

“E-cyclable” items include, but are not limited to: televisions, computers, microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, telephones and cellular phones, cameras, copiers, monitors, scanners, radios, printers, televisions, stereos, and VCRs and DVDs.

RONA Leamington has placed an e-cycling bin located in the RONA parking lot at 274 Talbot Street for the public to drop off items at no charge.

WonderBroads fundraiser

On Thursday, May 12, the WonderBroads Pasta DInner Fundraiser was held at Colasanti’s. Pictured here are Jenn Fraser (standing), Chair of Fundraising for the WonderBroads dragon boat team. In front (sitting) are Janey Colovic and Gail Lachance. Crouching is Arlene Thompson. A big thanks to all the husbands, partners and families of the WonderBroads who are always so supportive. (Photo Submitted)

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