Southpoint Sun September 29, 2010

Festive fall display

Derbyshire sitting out this election

By Sheila McBrayne

Leamington Councillor Bill Derbyshire has a lawn full of election signs, but for the first time in 28 years, none of them are his.

Bill is the only present member of Leamington Council who is not running for one of the seven Council positions. “The last couple of years were hard ones, it’s time to give it up,” said Bill from his livingroom chair.

Bill recalls his first election in 1982 when John Crump talked him into running for Council, and he won. “I never thought I’d get in, then it seemed like I couldn’t get out,” joked Bill. Derbyshire is the longest sitting member of Leamington Council with his 28 years as Councillor.

He admits that he hasn’t been following the present election that closely, but he’s supporting all the candidates and letting them scatter his lawn at the corner of Oak and Bennie with their election signs. Bill campaigned through 10 elections himself and is content to sit back and watch. “I led the polls in a couple of them; that makes you feel good. I figured I must have been doing something right,” he said. But Bill’s not concerned about setting any records for sitting on Council. “Records are made to be broken, not rules,” he quipped.

Bill still drops by his Hillman Sideroad farm to check on the crops and help where (Continued on Page 2)

Councillor Bill Derbyshire leans on one of the many campaign signs he displays on his lawn at the corner of Oak and Bennie. One sign that’s missing is his own, as Bill has decided not to run in the 2010 Municipal Election. (SUN Photo)

Jidou’s Fruit Stand on Talbot Road, just outside of Leamington, has a festive fall display of pumpkins, chyrsanthamums and other fall fruits and vegetables on display. Marie Sarkis’ grandchildren were more than happy to stop playing for a photo. Pictured here, from left to right, are Boula Sarkis, Nathan Cordorso, Kalani Sarkis and Marie Sarkis. (SUN Photo)

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Derbyshire sitting out this election

(Continued from Front) needed. “I can’t give that up; it’s too good to give up,” he said. In addition to serving as a councillor, Bill farmed and grew tomatoes for 39 years. If that wasn’t enough, Bill is also a retiree of Heinz. “I grew tomatoes for Heinz and worked there… I used to take my holidays so I could harvest,” he said.

Bill and his wife Norma have four children and eight grandchildren. The two have been married for 57 years. Bill and Norma each have their own television set, which has kept a peaceful household as well. Bill likes to watch hockey and baseball games whenever he can. Bill has a passion for baseball. He played ball for years for the Young Pontiacs and coached a team to the Canadian Championships in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Bill has a wall of certificates and awards in his basement that he earned over the years. His favourite is a Golden Jubilee Pin, a federal award that he was given in 2002 commemorating the 50th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the throne. The medal was awarded to Canadians who made a significant contribution to their fellow citizens, their community or to Canada over the previous fifty years.

Derbyshire has voted on many issues that have changed Leamington over the years. “Good or bad, we made decisions that we thought were the best decisions for Leamington,” he said. His proudest accomplishments include the Leamington Municipal Marina in 1985, the Frank T. Sherk Aquatic Centre also in 1985 and later the addition of the twin pad arenas and creation of the Recreation Complex. “A lot of municipalities are envious of that one,” he said. Other accomplishments include the Industrial Park, Pollution Control Plant, new soccer fields, and most recently the new Municipal Office.

One issue that continues to bother Bill is the East Marsh area. “We had good engineers on it; worked with ERCA, but the province said they had no money for it, and the feds said there was no money for it… It needs to be stabilized, but nobody wants to pay for it,” he said. “It floods about every seven years.”

Bill, 77, recently suffered a stroke in July of this year. This certainly made his decision not to run in this election a lot easier, but he says he had already decided he wasn’t going to before that. In fact, he said he burned his election signs after the 2006 election to ensure he wouldn’t be

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tempted to run again. “I tell people I’m not running again for medical reasons – people were getting sick of me,” he joked.

As quick as Bill is with a joke or a pun, he is serious about Leamington. “Look at what we have here – the marina, arena, soccer fields, ball diamonds – we have a lot to be proud of,” said Derbyshire.

When asked what he’d miss about not being in municipal politics, Bill joked, “Nothing, just like a sore throat, I won’t miss it.”

Win free Barenaked Ladies concert tickets

Calling all music fans! Go to Southlandonline.com and fill out a free entry form for a chance to win FREE tickets and backstage passes – courtesy of Southland Insurance – to the Oct. 9 Barenaked Ladies concert at St. Clair College.

Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible. There’s no catch: TWO lucky winners will get a pair of VIP tickets and backstage passes each and three other lucky winners will each win a pair of general admission tickets.

The concert has been organized to raise funds for medical equipment that will be used by students in the new St. Clair College Health Sciences building set to open in 2011.

“Southland Insurance has always been committed to supporting community efforts,” says Southland President, Stephen Savage. “We’re very pleased to bring attention to this fundraiser and to offer some great prizes to people who want to take part in our contest.”

Local recording artist Jody Raffoul will open for the Barenaked Ladies at 7 p.m.

“Our motto is ‘Above and Beyond Expectations’ and we believe in following through on that promise – whether with our clients, our future clients or the broader community as a whole,” says Savage. “When we give back to the community it does benefit us all for the long term.”

Barenaked Ladies have had six top ten albums in Canada, and have sold almost 25 million albums in North America. The band’s success with their fans has been matched by industry recognition, including 8 Juno Awards, 2 Billboard Awards, a World Music Award, 4 Much Music Awards, 17 Juno Nominations, 2 Grammy Nominations and an MTV Video Music Award nomination.

Their hit singles include “One Week”, “The Old Apartment”, “Pinch Me”, “If I Had $1,000,000”, and “Brian Wilson”. They also wrote and performed the theme song for the hit TV series The Big Bang Theory. The Barenaked Ladies’ latest album is All in Good Time.

This concert is the latest in St. Clair College’s long history of hosting live outdoor music events.

Leamington to be home to new University of Windsor Research Centre

The Municipality of Leamington is proud to announce the donation of nine hectares (23 acres) of land to the University of Windsor.

The property, which is located in southeast Leamington, will eventually be the site of the University of Windsor’s Pelee Environmental Research Centre. It is an ideal location due its proximity to Point Pelee National Park, Hillman Marsh and Lake Erie, and an on-site lake which can be used by the University’s aquatic researchers. The future development will be Canada’s only universityoperated centre focused on the Carolinian forest and the Great Lakes. The land was previously used to extract clay for road and dyke repair in the area.

“Our goal is to develop an environmental research centre on the site that will provide field-based laboratories, meeting and teaching facilities, and a staging site for environmental research and education,” said Dan

Mennill, Associate Professor and co-chair of the Planning Committee for the University of Windsor’s Pelee Environmental Research Centre.

This donation marks the first time the Municipality of Leamington is partnering with a post-secondary educational institution.

“We are fortunate that the University of Windsor has selected Leamington as the site for the research

centre,” said John Adams, Mayor of the Municipality of Leamington. “Not only will the University’s base of research grow as a result of the work undertaken at the facility, but local schools and community groups will be able to participate in educational opportunities that previously would have been impossible to access.”

The University of Windsor’s Pelee Environmental Research Centre will en-

gage the community and be used by researchers, professors, University-sponsored events, and the Leamington community at large.

“We are grateful to the municipality of Leamington for donating this property,” said Alan Wildeman, President, University of Windsor. “At the University of Windsor we are committed to applying teaching, research and creative activity to issues of importance to the world. The University of Windsor’s Pelee Environmental Research Centre is a welcome partnership with the Municipality of Leamington.”

The Municipality of Leamington is a progressive community of 30,000 nestled along the shores of Lake Erie in Southern Ontario. The Municipality is committed to providing quality services to its residents and businesses by building on the past while preparing for future prosperity.

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versity of Windsor (UWindsor) has close to 16,000 full-time students. The University of Windsor prides itself on enabling people to make a better world through education, scholarship, research and engagement. As

a community partner with nearly 16,000 full and part time students, the University of Windsor aims to strengthen the economy, quality of life and wellbeing of the Windsor-Essex region and beyond.

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Leamington Mayor John Adams, left, and University of Windsor President Alan Wildeman, right, unveil signage for the new facility. (Sun Photo)

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OUR OPINION

Customer service more important than ever

The annual Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards Night was a night to honour our community’s finest, but it also serves as a reminder to all businesses how important customer service is.

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In the current economic climate, customers want to know that they are not just a sale, but that their needs are important to the business. Some consumers don’t mind paying for quality, but it must also come with service.

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In a tough economy, customer service is more important than ever. It creates a competitive advantage and can help reduce costs, employee turnover and more.

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1. Amazing customer service builds credibility, trust and confidence, which can lead to customer loyalty.

2. It can help the marketing and sales budget. It costs less to keep existing customers than it does to create new ones.

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3. Delivering amazing service creates a buzz, word-of-mouth marketing and referrals, again helping the marketing budget.

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4. When you deliver amazing customer service it can lead to existing customers buying more.

5. It saves money. When you do it right the first time, you don’t have to fix it the next time.

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Some weeks I’m provoked by provincial or federal political issues that affect us all and usually leave me scratching my head. For example, this week’s vote on ending the billion-dollar boondoggle long gun registry had me scratching my head. I personally think it’s a good idea to have a registry and to know where all guns, not just long guns, reside. Will it cut down on crime? No, I don’t believe it will. Will it end the misuse of all guns in Canada? Probably not, but it’s a start. What I do NOT agree with and what really has me baffled is how this has cost billions of dollars. How could it possibly cost billions to register the nation’s long guns? I don’t think the nation would be so against the registry if it didn’t become a very expensive make-work project for government employees somewhere.

And some weeks I like to write about the world around us. Be it sports, television, weekend happenings or just observations. My observation this week is the realization that weekends are just too short. Wouldn’t it be nice to have three-day weekends every week? I didn’t even go anywhere this weekend or have any major projects to complete, yet the weekend just came and went. I walked into work on Monday morning to only one other person and for a brief moment thought to myself - maybe it isn’t really Monday. But then the rest of the staff started to pile in and I was forced back to reality to realize that it really is Monday, and so the week begins.

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The municipal election is just over three weeks away. Do you like the mail-in ballot or do prefer going to the polls and casting your vote?

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more simple to do the mail-in ballot, but I wonder if it’s trustworthy.”

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“I think it’s a very good idea. We save money and get a better turnout because a lot of people will vote who couldn’t otherwise.”

E-LETTERS

Community support “so touching”

Over the course of my 32 short years living in this community, I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing a great number of events which have caused me to have increased pride for the area I call “home”. You may be surprised to note that some of those events were sad (such as funerals, family illness) and of course, the others were happy (wedding day, birth of children, etc.). There are quite a few and definitely too many to list here.

The events that are foremost in my mind and have caused me to write this letter have both occurred this year – within the past four months to be exact.

In June our neighbourhood, along with many others, was in the path of the tornado/ downburst. While our home was not one of the hardest hit, it most definitely affected us enough to still cause restless nights and nervousness when a “severe storm” is predicted to be heading our way. In the days/weeks following this event, it was so amazing to see the outpouring of support from the community and neighbouring communities, and I don’t think there will ever be words enough to express our gratitude for all that was done to help clean up and get back to some semblance of “normal”.

This past weekend we attended the benefit dinner for Jesse Phibbs at Erie Ramblers near Wheatley. We knew ahead of time that the support was overwhelming, but to be there and see the number of people who perhaps cancelled plans or slated new ones to be there in person to show their support (both in person and monetarily) for a local family in need was so touching.

It is in times like these that I remember why my husband and I chose to live in the place where we were born and raised. We both moved away briefly for school and over the years that followed have both had opportunities to leave for jobs in other areas of the province/country just as many others have, but for us, to be here in the heart of the place that we call “home” was a pull we couldn’t resist.

To have your community “family” there when you need it most is one of the best parts of being in a small town/community, they honk and cheer when they see you drive by in your wedding garb, they show up and share their condolences when you lose a loved one, not to mention the waves or “hellos!” on a normal day that just might cause you to smile and warm your heart. Whether you were born here like myself, whether you left and returned, or whether you just arrived and felt the draw that this was “home” – how ever you found yourself in this community, stand with me in pride and say “I’m proud to call this community home!”

Sincerely, Melissa Paine

CARL PUTINTA

“I prefer to go to the polls. I think mail-in is good for people unable to get out and vote, but what security do you have?”

BETTY GOODISON

“I think people probably made a point of going to vote at a poll. I know I did. I liked going to the poll and voting and leaving the paperwork there.”

Whereabouts are the roundabouts?

Why is it while sitting at the intersection that joins Talbot W., Oak St. W, Fraser Rd. and the entrance to Tim Horton’s, there is a moment, a long moment, when no vehicles are advancing? I find this remarkable, especially when we are supposedly concerned not only with fuel efficiency but air quality as well!

If you have ever visited any one of many European countries and chosen to rent a vehicle for touring, you have also experienced many roundabouts that join most rural and main roads at intersections. A wonderful invention!

A couple of years ago, when I travelled to Italy with a girlfriend, we thoroughly enjoyed the European style of driving, including both the roundabouts and u-turns. As visitors to an unknown terrain, they allowed us the option to take the inside lane and travel around until we figured out which exit we needed to take or quickly go S instead of N. You just never know for sure when an unexpected winery or leaning tower may pop up. There was no stress on us from vehicles honking behind. Very different than driving in Florida where many retirees seem to be in a rush to get nowhere important quickly. This made it easy to both juggle a map on our lap while deciphering the foreign accent of our G.P.S. guide.

Horns are readily used in Europe but more effectively to assist us in being a better driver. While driving at the high speeds that are allowed on highways like the Autobahn or the Autostrada, we quickly learned to appreciate the toot of a horn or flash of headlights by someone more adept than us, on our tail going 50 km faster than us!

Driving in Europe with our 4-on-thefloor rental vehicle was invigorating and there was no need to idle until we had reached our destination.

The new ‘glorieta’ (roundabout in Spanish) in Leamington has been a much-needed edition to the intersection near Quick’s Auto Wreckers on the townline. Many of us have witnessed the transition of this intersection from one with stop signs, to amber flashing caution lights, to traditional stoplights, finally arriving at a continuously moving traffic area that it is now present. What a relief!

How efficient do think the new intersection near TCS at #3 Highway and Talbot St. W. to Wheatley. It peaks my interest wondering if they are powered by solar panels, wind turbines or the new ‘not too smart’ meter attached to them.

I have heard that perhaps some people may be intimidated by these ‘new to us’ circular exits but hopefully no more confused than the multitude of drivers lost at a 4-way stop. When in doubt, in either situation, always give way to the person on your right! Or do what works the first time!

Making hard plans for the Big Easy

I’m a Rotarian. Not a great one when compared to others in our local club. A handful of members in our club will book off three weeks from work and pay five or six grand for the pleasure of travelling to a Third World dangerous part of the planet to build a school, dig water wells, etc. They truly deserve a Rotarian medal. Yet I’ve got the medal, a Paul Harris Fellowship Award.

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Paul Harris, a Chicago lawyer, founded Rotary in 1905. Today, Rotary International is 1.2 million strong, spanning the globe to include countries I’ve never heard of. Leamington Rotarians meet at the Flamingo Restaurant every Monday night. That’s the thing about Rotary, it’s an every week commitment, and if you miss a significant percentage you get “lettered”.

I’m proud of my P.H.F.A. and I love the look of it too. Wearing it makes me look and feel like an ancient Greek fire chief or something. You too can have one of these babies if you reach a certain level of financial contribution to Rotary International. I don’t even think you have to be a Rotarian to qualify, just scratch the cheque. That’s not exactly true. You can’t be a scallywag. You must represent the noble standards as established by Mr. Harris.

I had to look it up, but there are other Rotary awards for service such as the President’s Citation for the guy who’s laying brick in 90º weather while keeping an eye for a hungry lion.

I’m more of the ‘show up for lunch each Tuesday, sit on a committee, sell some hotdogs at the fair’ kind of Rotarian. If that sounds cowardly or selfish or lazy to you, there may not be anything wrong with your hearing.

The reason I mention Rotary this week? I’m coming up on my Vice Presidency of our club. Yes, I will officially be one heartbeat a way from the Presidency a.k.a. the lady who owns the local dry cleaners. I have lots to learn between now and then. My involvement will be fathoms deeper than the hotdog bun steamer.

This spring Rotary International will hold their annual convention in New Orleans. I’m thinking about going, and thinking doesn’t cost much. I still have two kids away at school right now, so my travel budget is a bit challenged. We’ll see.

I’ve never been to “The Big Easy” and I have a real curiosity about the place. Not so much to witness firsthand the scars that remain from Hurricane Katrina, but to experience the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, the clubs and all that jazz. I may even lift up my shirt and earn a few beads.

If you’ve been to New Orleans in recent years, I’d love to get some travel advice from you on where to go and what to do. E-mail me at johnweese@yahoo.com.

Construction begins at LDMH on dialysis unit

Construction will begin on the new Satellite Dialysis Unit at Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH) this week. The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has provided the hospital with official approval to award the construction contract and proceed with construction activities.

The construction contract has been awarded to Oscar Construction following the competitive tendering and bidding process that took place earlier this summer. Oscar has completed a number of health care facility construction projects throughout the Windsor-Essex Region and comes highly recommended.

For the duration of the construction project – expected to last at least 10 months – there will be no public access to the Talbot St. parking lot through the Armstrong Gate. Access to public parking will be off the Fader Street entrance in either the new public parking lot located across from the main hospital entrance or in the Talbot Street lot with the entrance access off Fader St.

In addition, to prepare for the renovation and construction, a number of departments have been relocated within the hospital. All of the departments located in the Administrative hallway on the first floor (Business Office, Health Records, Administration, Human Resources and Payroll) have been relocated to other areas on either the first or third floors. In addition, the Ultrasound and Mammography departments on the ground floor have also been relocated. Ultrasound is now located just off the Emergency Department in the former fracture area and Mammography has been relocated down the Diagnostic Imaging hallway.

“While we are very excited that this project is proceeding, it is also going to be very disruptive,” says John P. Stenger, CEO. “We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as we proceed with the renovation and construction.”

About the Satellite Dialysis Unit: The dialysis unit being constructed at LDMH is a 6-station satellite unit of the main regional renal unit operated by Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospi-

tal (HDGH).

LDMH and HDGH have worked in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and Erie St. Clair LHIN to develop a unit and satellite model that will support the renal care needs of the patients throughout the WindsorEssex County region It is expected the unit will begin operations in early summer 2011.

DAVID TAVES

When my wife and I returned to Leamington in 1999, it was a very different place than the one we left in 1983. Firstly, the Town of Leamington and the Township of Mersea had just recently ceased to exist. To the credit of prior Councils, and the residents of both former municipalities, the merger seems to have gone much more smoothly than most similar mergers both elsewhere in Essex County and beyond.

However, rural/urban co-operation during the next Council term and beyond will continue to be important. While there are issues which are mostly specific to the rural area (e.g. municipal drainage issues, rural road improvements etc.), and to the urban area (e.g. sewer separation, pollution control plant issues, downtown revitalization, and road and street improvements including continued efforts to divert heavy truck traffic out of the central core and neighbouring residential areas, etc.), there are also issues which are important to both segments (e.g. controls on spending/tax levels, economic development etc.).

In 1999 Leamington was also greatly different from its form in 1983 because of such newer features as the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, the Leamington Marina and associated parklands, and the development of the south part of

urban Leamington residentially, commercially, and industrially. Lots of changes occurred in that sixteen-year period, and in the period since 1999 (e.g. the East Arterial Road, upgrades to rural roads in the municipality, and the current and ongoing upgrades to Seacliff Park and Seacliff Drive West and the intersection of that street and Erie Street, etc.). All of these changes have made/will make Leamington a much more vibrant and livable place. Much has been accomplished with the assistance of federal and provincial grants, but municipal inputs have been required, and ongoing maintenance and overhead have left us with municipal tax levels which upset many residents. It would seem that Council must move forward with the completion of several multi-year projects already underway (e.g. Seacliff Park upgrades, completion of the upgrading and paving of Road 12, the only longer north/south road under municipal jurisdiction, sewer separation). Attendance at recent Council meetings has made me aware of a soon to be completed traffic plan which perhaps may reveal the need for further road construction or modification to further ease the burden on the central core and adjoining residential streets. Anyone who has been reading the local newspapers, and those of us who have

been attending (new candidates) or participating in Council meetings (the incumbents) realize that one of the major issues with which the next Council must wrestle is the resolution of the issues related to Southeast Leamington. Despite the fact that projects cannot be left unfin-

to pursuing economic development in the form of commercial or light industrial development as a means of broadening the tax base. I do, however, feel that this pursuit should be done with the realization that almost every municipality in the province of similar size, and those smaller

ished and additional issues may be looming, serious efforts must be made by the next and future Councils to hold the line on current tax levels, or perhaps even accomplish some reduction in tax levels. What I may be saying is that although we shouldnʼt stop developing/improving our municipality and resolving issues, we may well need to slow down the pace of development and resolution. In my last letter, I indicated that I am not opposed

and larger, is probably doing the same thing, and that this pursuit should not be done at the expense of the quality of life we have here, or in the absence of efforts to control the spending side of the municipal financial equation.

Downtown revitalization has also been raised as an election campaign goal by several of the candidates. As a former downtown business person I have empathy for and can support ef-

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forts which would make our downtown area more viable, within the context of the budgetary concerns that I have previously outlined. However, the reality is that a municipal council can do little to influence consumer shopping habits, and nearby shopping destinations are considerably more accessible due to highway upgrades than they were when I was involved in a downtown business in the ʼ70s and early ʼ80s. Specialized product offerings and friendly small town service still seem to me to be the major positives that local downtown business persons have to offer. Moreover, I guess that if I were a current or former councillor, I might point out that the development of the East Arterial Road, designed to take heavy and through traffic away from the central core, and the upcoming parking lot development/improvement made possible by the receipt of a recent upper tier grant approval, are both examples of prior attempts to commence the revitalization of the downtown. In other words downtown revitalization is not a new idea, but rather an ongoing and continuing process, which will require co-operation between those involved and the municipal council.

As I suspected prior to filing my nomination papers, I have found self-promotion to be the most

distasteful of the requirements of election campaigning. Having said this, I suspect this will probably be my last attempt at one of these letters. In my first letter, I outlined that included in my working career were nine years of downtown business experience, followed by six plus years of municipal experience, and finally about nineteen years working for a major Ontario utility (Union Gas). If you have seen and read one of my election signs, you will know that I am using the slogan “transferable knowledge and experience”. The most pertinent knowledge and experience that I have is from the years I spent working in the municipal field as a municipal clerk-treasurer, during which time I completed numerous municipal training courses, set a number of municipal budgets, and gained a thorough knowledge of the Municipal Drainage Act. However, all three areas of my working career have involved interacting with people, and developing the listening skills which I feel are important for the role of Municipal Councillor.

In conclusion, I would appreciate your consideration of my name as a Municipal Council member for the next term when you mark your ballot.

THANK YOU.

Ron Haley

Costume fashion show Sept. 30

Value Village is hosting a costume fashion show at the store on Thursday, September 30 at 7 p.m. Team members and volunteers will be modeling costumes created from items within the store, and pets will be costumed as well.

Leamington Br. 84 Legion news

By Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk

There are a couple of Notices of Motion for the October 6th General Meeting: first is Branch Regulations, second is to finish the carpentry work at the new Branch, and third is to finish the electrical at the new Branch.

The Friday night dart winners for September 17 were Denise Patton-Symons and Bill Richie. Tied for second were Betty Fitzpatrick and Paul Groggins, and Larry Evoy and George Belleperche.

The Tuesday night travel dart league starts on September 28.

Zone Thursday night darts start September 30 in Amherstburg.

Last week was Legion Week, unfortunately due to the move the Branch was unable to do anything this year.

The next general meeting is October 6 at 7 p.m. The next Executive Meeting is October 20 at 7 p.m.

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A First Lady’s Fashion Style

Fashion has always been a vibrant part of Lynn Mandel, Edmonton's First Lady's Life. Married to Mayor Stephen Mandel, she spends much of her time volunteering on 18 commitees and boards, including everything from the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to the Edmonton Opera.  Lynn spent her early years growing up in Leamington and attended Leamington District High School. During

those years she ran two ballet schools that many local people may recall attending.

Lynn's fashion style reflects that she "likes to be different". She admits that she cannot wear beige and that perhaps she may not dress her age, but prefers to be funky instead. She learned to throw outfits together from her mother who was a beautiful seamstress.

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Anna Riley

•Hairstylist since 2000

•Continuous education in the hairstyling industry through various trade shows, cutting and coloring classes

•Placed 2nd in Ontario for Vero Colour competition two years in a row (2004 and 2005)

•Worked alongside Joico International Artistic Directors Damien Carney and Sue Pemberton as a colourist for the Joico Symposium in Winnipeg, Manitoba (2006).

One of the simplest hairstyles to create this season is a textured bun, positioned low at the nape of the neck, or piled high on the very top of the head. This easy and chic style is suitable for both day and night. In 2010, even a sleek and tidy bun should feel natural and elegant, so avoid over-styling and overspraying, just sweep the hair together and secure haphazardly.

Shades of red have always been the most popular and coveted color for fall and this year, copper red, dark auburn and deep mahogany are at the top of the most wanted list. Even though more natural tones are more visible in 2010, vibrant reds have not lost popularity and remain in high demand.

ning lightweight silicones like Pureology’s Glossing Mist, which also repairs, protects and enhances your color’s vibrancy.

A light to medium hold working hairspray will keep your style in place without the build-up or being overly styled. Vavoom’s ShapeMaker Medium-Hold hairspray layers easily and provides a touchable finish with lots of shine.

Mid length to long lengths for fall 2010 are going au naturel that borders the bed head look but require a little more time and the use of products and tools. Styles are worn straight and waved alike and are most popularly center or slightly offcenter parted with lots of texture and movement. Waves should be firm but not curly. Straight styles should have volume and smoothness but not overly straight.

The new bob for fall 2010 gets shorter than ever before in lengths that hit just under the chin paired with bangs cut just at or above the brows. This season, bobs are cut with the precision and styled smooth and sleek with blunt edges and lots of shine. The versatile, simple and proven timeless bob is always a favorite and easy to maintain.

Dramatic, deep and dark shades of brown and almost black remain a popular choice for their rich tones and natural shine. They are also a good choice for most types of complexions and are the easiest to maintain.

Blondes are going golden, having a more natural tone and not dyed to be obvious. On the contrary, pale white platinum blondes will be the edgy colour for fall 2010. This very obvious, eyecatching statement works well with both long and short hairstyles for this season.

A good quality ceramic round brush is ideal for smoothing and giving volume to mid-length and long hair. A ceramic base eliminates frizz and leaves hair soft and radiant.

Shine sprays and serums give hair luster and the glossy look for the season’s natural look trends. Choose a product contai-

A flatiron helps keep strands silky, whether curly or straight. Joico’s new K-Pak Professional ReconstRx VaporIron has a chamber containing the company’s special K-Pak treatment that penetrates the hair, infusing it with proteins, antioxidants and essential fatty acids while you flatiron, leaving hair smooth, shiny and healthy.

Hello fellow fashionistas/ fashionistos! I am Vanessa Barbosa and will be providing some must-have fashion guidelines for the seasons to come. I was raised in Leamington but have spent the past 4 years globetrotting to different locations including London, Ontario, London, England, Toronto and presently New York City to fulfill my passion and study fashion.

Previously I interned at Giorgio Armani and currently I attend Parsons School of Design while also working for Oscar

De La

This past year I was able to present a collection of women’s clothing that I designed myself. While doing so, I learned that the importance of inspiration from recall, regret or rebellion is less important than the way we say or display our creativity. Some may interpret craftsmanship as style. Our style, in fact, is what unites memory or recollection, ideology, sentiment nostalgia, presentiment to the way we express it all.

Similar to the old saying about what we say, in the fashion world it goes, “It’s not what we wear, but how we wear it.” My experience in The City of Fashion’ has not only taught me life lessons, but has opened my eyes to a whole new world through fashion.

I am more than happy to be able to share with you all via “Seasons In The Sun”.

Renta on Fashion Avenue in New York.

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.“ - Coco Chanel.

FALL/WINTER 2010

Personally I think fall is the perfect season to take the opportunity to go wild with layering, mixmatching and risk-taking, in a good way. Instead of cigarette pants, this season big and graceful trousers in both in silk and linen are a must. Lush and luxurious velvets and patchwork,

tweaked and tailored will make women look as elegant as ever.

My fabulous readers here are my top 10 trends, I can’t get enough of!

1.Beautiful Flowing Pants

Give your legs some healing from a whole season of wearing skinny jeans. Look good on women of all sizes. Comfortable. Perfect for every occasion by adding a touch of cultured chic to your wardrobe

2. Patchwork.

Fresh and edgy mix of wovens and knits. Gives winter wardrobe a whole

Jewllery made with swarovski crystals & semi-precious stones

new spin. Perfect for those that don’t like fitted clothing and enjoy comfy more boyfriend-like clothing. Still feminine comfy chic!

3. Velvet & Velour

My personal favourite, in all forms - capes, dresses, pants, leggings, etc.

Timeless look of royalty. Fabric is cut and made to be distinguished on the body and makes beautiful drape effect.

4. The Sexy Turtleneck

Fall layering basic. This season it is more sultry,

new cover-up. Fashionable and warm (two birds-one stone!). Classic and beautiful in the best fabrics – wool, washed silks, boucle, etc. Worn with skirts, pants, casual dresses, etc.

6.Graffiti Pants

Artful pants, modern and edgy. Give a touch of the rocker and 80s punk look. Great for young women who enjoy a big punch of fun, and slightly intimidating.

7. The Winter Crop Top

Put together correctly, can make a women look great and tall! Lengthen the legs when paired with fitted bottom piece –skirt, pant and dress. Wear with long shirt or button up underneath to balance it out.

8. The Pleated Mini

interesting and anything but boring. Comes in all different shapes and forms. Some cut across the bust, some in fur and some with no sleeves. Appealing and sexy for all women using jersey fabrics, leathers, fur, etc.

5.Capes & Ponchos = Yes, Yes, Yes!

LADIES! Put your puffy faux-fur trimmed ski jackets in hibernation because they are not flattering and you deserve better! Big and dramatic, tiny and tailored, the cape/poncho is the

Not MICRO mini, we aren’t dressing cheerleaders, but exquisite women! Worn with tights or thigh-high socks. Leather or sheer fabric –it’s fabulous!

9. Must-have Colour #1

Ox Blood

Rich, old-world shade. Beautiful and elegant in itself.

10. Must-have colour #2

Classic Camel

Reliable and classy. Provides warmth and sophistication. Looks good on everyone.

To conclude, many people underestimate the power that fashion and a well-put together look can have on oneself. Open your mind and express yourself everyday through your clothing and you will see a drastic change in yourself. Feel confident and be unique because you are! I hope everyone has a wonderful fall season and experiments as much as possible with these incredible fashion trends!

First Candiates Night held in Leamington

By Sheila McBrayne

High taxes, high rental fees and the possibility of changing to a ward system were just a few of the topics that the candidates in the 2010 Municipal Election in Leamington were faced with at an All Candidates Night held Tuesday, September 21.

The evening was sponsored by CFTV-34 (Cable 100) and was open to the public to hear from the candidates for mayor, deputy-mayor and councillors. Each candidate selected a number and was given two minutes to introduce themselves and their platform. With 22 candidates vying for the seven positions, this took up the first hour of the evening.

Video questions were shown and candidates were selected to answer. The first video question came from Terry Misener of Leamington Minor Baseball who asked why Leamington diamond rental rates were among the highest in Ontario. Mayoral candidate Ted Wigfield agreed that rates were high and needed to be looked at as a council in order for all to be able to afford to play. Mayoral candidate John Adams stated that Council does review user fees every year. He said rental fees could be lowered, but the difference would have to be applied to the taxpayers. It would be a decision of Council.

Deputy-Mayor candidate Rob Schmidt reiterated that Council does review fees every year during budget talks. Schmidt also told the audience the facilities are already subsidized by Council and that there is a plan in place for those families who cannot afford to put their kids in sports programs.

Another question asked about the removal of the railroad tracks at Erie and Oak streets. First to respond was councillor candidate Frank Friesen who stated that Council would need funding for that, but that he would support it. Councillor candidate John Jacobs stated he thought it would be a good idea to get rid of the tracks, but he didn’t believe the municipality owned that land. Councillor candidate Ron Haley also weighed in on the question stating that he had attended a meeting of Council that discussed the removal of the tracks for the trail at Talbot and so the same could probably be done in this situation.

Councillor candidate Dan Santos admitted he didn’t know enough about the legalities of the issue, but assured that any issue was a major issue worth looking into. Councillor candidate Rick Atkin said that Council has looked at this issue and that the removal of the tracks is part of a fiveyear plan to widen Oak with the co-operation of Heinz who do own the part of the land in question.

Another question that arose during the evening was whether or not Leamington should be set up as a ward system. The ward system would have a councilor representing each area or ward of the municipality. At present the five councilors are at large and represent all areas of the municipality. Schmidt responded that Council at the time of amalgamation struggled with that question, but he stated that Leamington is one municipality and should not be separated into neighbourhoods. Adams, Cowan, Atkin, Jacobs, Enns, Bell, Santos, Chopchik, Brookes and Haley all agreed that wards were not a good idea for Leamington and would cause an “us versus them” situation between urban and rural residents.

The issue on everyone’s mind – taxes – was questioned. Why are Leamington taxes so high? Councillor candidate Hilda MacDonald stated that Leamington is one of the largest municipalities in Essex, outside of Windsor, with all the facilities that other municipalties’ residents come for. Keith Klassen stated that there needs to be a balance between the services we want and the services we have. Chris Chopchik said she is proud of the amenities Leamington has and, unfortunately, there is a cost for everything.

The full two-hour debate can be seen on CFTV-34 (Cable 100) on Thursday, September 30 at 8 p.m.

Vanessa

Sexy Turtlenecks

Capes & Ponchos Graffit Pants

Winter Crop Top

Police Exemplary Service Medals

Five members of the Leamington Police Service were recently honoured with the Police Exemplary Service Medal (20 Years Service). Leamington Police Chief Dean Gow made the presentation during the past two Police Services Board Meetings. Pictured in the top photo, from left to right, are Chief Dow, Sgt. Joe Moniz and Sr. Constable Troy West. Pictured below, from left to right, are Sr. Constable Susan Dobson, Sgt. Scott Wilkinson and Sgt. Darin Rickeard.

(Submitted Photos)

Life Chains to be held Sunday

From 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Life Chains will be held locally in:

• Leamington along Erie and Talbot

• Kingsville along Main and Division

• LaSalle along Malden Road between Normandy and Todd

• Windsor along Tecumseh at Ouellette and along Tecumseh East between Kildare and Byng and also in communities all across North America as part of International Life Chain Day for the pro-life movement. Local Life Chains are sponsored by Windsor-Essex County and Leamington Area Right to Life.

Municipal Election 2010

Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board Trustees 7 7

Mary DiMenna

Family:

• Two children Angela and Patrick, and granddaughter Rhianyn

Experience:

• 42 years of active involvement in Catholic education

• Vice-chair of the Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board

• Served as a trustee since Dec. 2003 to the present

• I am on several board committees – Audit Committee, Special Education Association Committee (SEAC) and Employee Wellness Committee

• I can vote on all board issues, I have no one in my imitate family working for the school board, therefore, having no conflict of interest

• Part of the interview team for the hiring of supervisory officers, principals and viceprincipals

Work:

• I retired from the WECDS board after 33 years of teaching

• Presently working for Jag World Wide Imports as office manager

Community Involvement:

• Member of the Roma Club

• Chair of the election committee for the Roma Club

• Involved in breast cancer and juvenile diabetes walks

• Dragon Boat Race for the Cure

• Judged the Miss Tomato Pageant 2010

Why am running for this position:

• For the past seven years I have served the community with integrity, insight and intelligence

• My attendance at all school council meetings has given me an understanding of the needs of each of my schools

• I support and attend as many school fundraising activities as possible

• I also feel I have a lot to still offer my community, especially with the extensive experience I have in education

Top three issues I see for the School Board:

• Student achievement

• A balanced budget

• Preservation of Catholic Education as well as faith formation in our schools

Richard Kniaziew

Personal:

• Married to Pauline for 39 years

• Four grown children and two grandchildren

• Lived in Leamington for over 39 years

Professional:

• Graduated from University of Waterloo 1975 with Doctor of Optometry

• Practicing Optometry in Leamington and Essex

• Involved in farming with 2 sons and son-in-law

• President of the College of Optometrists of Ontario.

• Past president of the Ontario Association of Optometrists

Community:

• Past Catholic school board trustee

• Past member of St. Michael’s Parish Council

• Instrumental in building Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School

• Candidate of record in the last Provincial Election

• Past chair of Parent Council at Cardinal Carter

Sports:

• Involved in coaching soccer, baseball, hockey and triathlons

• Represented Canada in World Triathlon and Duathlon Championships

• Marathon runner

• Ironman competitor

• Co-founder of Kids of Steel triathlon programme in Canada

• Member of WRACE

• 25 year member of Leamington Kinsman Recreational Complex

Issues;

1. Balance budgets. Live within means and encourage enrollment in the Catholic School system.

2. Give young teachers and supply teachers an opportunity to be hired and not be displaced by retired teachers.

3. Improve the school test performance by paying attention to test scores and re-organizing the quality of teaching in each school. Be accountable to parents and taxpayers.

Trustee - Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board (English-Separate) - One to be elected for Leamington, Essex, Kingsville and Pelee Township.

Leamington Women’s Hockey League underway

The first game of the season saw Body Kneads beat C.A. Bailey 2-1. Scoring for Body Kneads were Mary Bradbury and Laura Pruyn. The lone goal for C.A. Bailey was netted by Ashley Tuffin.

The second game out the night was a 3-0 shutout for Pearce Trucking over Source For Sports. One goal each was credited to Tammy Dobbie, Denise Howe and Amber Koehler. Earning the shutout was Tina Manning.

The final game of the night saw the Locksmith team fall to Sun County 2-0. Scoring for Sun County were Katie Clubb and Sarah Wright. Earning the shutout for Sun County was Heidi Meyer.

Armed robbery being investigated as mischief

On Tuesday, September 21 at approximately 8:45 p.m., two males stormed into the Shwarma Express restaurant located at 1654 Manning Road in the Town of Lakeshore. The males were wearing masks and carrying an edged weapon. They accosted the lone employee and after a minor physical altercation the suspects fled the scene on foot.

Suspects are described as 30-year-old males, one white and one tan in complexion, both approximately 5-feet 11-inches tall, and both wearing darker coloured sweat suits. They were last seen heading eastbound from the back door of the restaurant.

The employee received minor abrasions to his neck from the scuffle and was very distraught over this traumatic event.

As a result of an investigation by the Essex County Crime Unit, the robbery has been deemed to be a forcible confinement and mischief occurrence. The investigation revealed that the intent was not to rob the establishment, but it was targeted by the suspects to cause physical damage to the business. There was no theft of cash and there is no evidence to indicate that the crime was racially motivated. The suspects entered the business, held the employee to the ground while they inflicted physical damage to the place of business.

Anyone with information on this is encouraged to call the Lakeshore OPP or Crime Stoppers.

Municipal Election 2010

Greater essex County District School Board Trustees 7 7

Aleksandra

Navarro

Aleksandra Navarro is running for Trustee for the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB).

Although she is only 28 years old, she is a budding politician with a passion for community enrichment, and in particular, in public education.

Aleksandra was raised in Mississauga, Ontario and has a multicultural background. She spent 7 years at the University of Guelph and has a degree in agriculture with a major in horticulture, and a diploma in horticulture. She moved to Leamington for work over 3 years ago and is employed by MGS Horticultural as a Biological Scout. She lives with her spouse Jake Harder and has a 14-year-old stepdaughter. Aside from work, Aleksandra enjoys volunteering with the South Essex Community Council and extra curricular activities such as camping, volleyball, ice skating, and skiing.

Now that Aleksandra has settled into her home on Oak Street, she is overcome with the desire to become involved and dedicate her time to improving the community.

With the nature of Aleksandra’s job, she has the time to commit herself to the board and the community throughout the school year. She has experience in financial planning and budgeting as she is the bookkeeper and financial advisor for her spouse’s trucking business.

Aleksandra is coming to this election with a fresh mind and alternative perspective. She wishes not to start her campaign with her own issues to the board but to take the time to listen to what the community is saying. By actively doorto-door campaigning, she is opening herself to hear issues the people want to discuss, and showing a willingness to know all sides of every story.

“Success is focusing the full power of all you are on what you have a burning desire to achieve.” --Wilfred Peterson

Allan Simpson

Allan Simpson is 58 years old and married. He is a lifelong Leamington resident.

• Promoting accountability thoughout the School Board.

• Partnership with school councils and community needs.

• Team worker

• Direction in school programs

• Looking for new opportunities

• Advocate for Municipality of Leamington and Township of Pelee Island.

Trustee - Greater Essex County District School Board (English Public)

One to be elected for Leamington and Pelee Township.

David Taves

I have grown up in the Leamington area. My wife Michelle and I have been married 25 years. We have two children, Andrew who attends Fanshawe College and Holley who attends LDSS.

Before becoming a Trustee, I was School Council Chair at Mount Carmel Public School and was active on the School Council Chairs Network.

Other areas of involvement include: Leamington Chamber of Commerce and Leamington Tomato Festival. I have been recognized for volunteer work by Southpoint Minor Hockey.

I am proud to have served the Leamington / Pelee Island area as Trustee for the past seven years. The Greater Essex County District School Board continues to provide great education opportunities. The knowledge and experience I have gained during the last two terms have enriched my life and allowed me to serve the Leamington family of schools well. Our local schools have been recognized, provincially, nationally, and internationally for their advanced teaching methods and accomplishments.

Still I feel that my work is not finished. Challenges await and I feel that I am prepared to make the tough decisions that we will be facing in the near future. I have the understanding and knowledge and have made the valuable contacts needed to continue to serve the people of Leamington and Pelee Island.

Re-elect Deputy Mayor

Rob Schmidt

For Financial and Environmental Sustainability while Improving our Quality of Life

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY:

• Whatever we do must be affordable both in the short term and the long term.

• We must continue to find efficient ways to deliver municipal services. to reduce our operating costs, and continue to find grants and funding for capital projects.

• We must complete our long term, balanced, self sustaining funding model for municipal operating and capital expenditures.

• We must find an affordable solution for Southeast Leamington that is fair to the affected property owners.

• Whatever we do, we must not harm our environment and we must improve on areas of environmental concern.

• We must complete the final phase of our pollution control plant, continue on our sewer separation program, and extend sewers to areas that need them.

OF LIFE defines our community and makes it unique. It not only keeps our bodies and minds active and healthy, it also makes our municipality attractive to tourists, investors and new residents. Projects like

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all add to our quality of

United Communities Credit Union presents...

16th Annual Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards

Friday, September 24, Leamington Portuguese Club

Alf Bennie Award for Volunteerism - Patty Kristy (left) presented by Chris Chopchik, Leamington Chamber of Commerce.

Customers First Award Oak - Farms - Gerald Hanson (right) accepted on behalf of Krissy Thiessen from presenter Joe Oswald, CIBC.

Special guest speaker Sandra Pupatello, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, MPP Windsor West.

Industrial/Manufacturing Award - EnerQuest Services - Bill and Arlene Parr (left) presented by Ron Gaudet, Windsor Essex Economic Development Corporation.

Professional Services - DiPrimio’s Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic. From left: Nick Mastronardi, Chamber of Commerce, Brenda Snoes, Augie DiPrimio and Jason Neudorf.

Innovation Award - Blackstone Sports - Steven and Murray Wilson with presenter Anne Miskovsky, Municipality of Leamington.

Warm Welcome AwardMarlborough House B & B - Amy and Troy Gee with presenter Karen Linauskas (right), Point Pelee National Park. Home Grown Award - Nature Fresh Farms - Pete Quiring with presenter Theresa Lowe, H.J. Heinz Company of Canada.

Invest in a World Class Workforce - Southland Insurance - Stephen Savage (left) with presenter Dr. Omer Hageniers, Workforce Windsor Essex.

(Southpoint Sun

Kids costume parade Oct. 4

Value Village invites all ghouls and goblins age 1-10 to a Kids Costume Parade on Monday, October 4 at 7 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for the Scariest Costume, Funniest Costume and Prettiest Costume. Kids will also get a free goodie bag.

Outdoor fall restoration workshop – wear your boots!

This year the Essex Region Conservation Authority will host a restoration site tour on Wednesday, October 6 for all residents considering a major tree planting project. The bus leaves the Essex County Civic Centre at 5:30 p.m. to visit a restoration site that was planted four years ago, returning at 7:30 p.m. The project site includes a 25,000 seedling planting, pit and mound restoration, wetland pond, and the planting of a small meadow. Interested residents can also meet the tour on-site at Joe and Joyce Hickson’s Century Farm, 531-533 Kent Road 1, Wheatley.

Information will be given on ERCA’s Clean Water~Green Spaces technical and financial assistance program, which is available to assist landowners with environmentally related property improvements. “Over the past few years, more and more landowners have become interested in environmental projects on their property,” said Matthew Child, Director of Watershed Restoration. “We have worked on a broad range of projects from one acre to as large as 100 acres. Depending on the project type and size, grants can cover up to 90% of project costs.”

With an average tree cover of just 5% in the Essex region, the significance of this program cannot be overstated. Trees within our communities provide us with a long list of benefits; they improve our health and our lifestyles, they remove carbon from our air and reduce energy expenses, and they provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.

Staff will be on hand at this event to discuss project ideas and provide information on projects and financial assistance. The tour is free; however, pre-registration is required at 519-776-5209 ext. 345 or vkennedy@erca.org.

“Together we can change the world, one good deed at a time.”

Thank you to the Leamington and District Chamber of Commerce, the Municipality of Leamington, the Business Excellence Committee, the Bennie family and Chris Chopchik, for the honour of the prestigious Alf Bennie Award.

Thank you to my family who have always understood my commitment to work- both paid and voluntary. It has all been a labour of love and I thank you for being there to support (& surprise) me.

PAY IT FORWARD

Patty Meuser-Kristy 2010 Alf Bennie Award Winner

Listen to Country 92.7 CJSP for more events happening in Leamington and Essex County during the Community Calendar 6 times daily or visit www.country927.com for a complete listing

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COATS FOR KIDS. The annual Coats for Kids distribution will be held on November 6, 8 and 9 at South Essex Community Council.  Volunteers are needed to drop off posters, pick up coats and supervise the distribution. If you can volunteer, please call Noreen Wiebe, Volunteer Services Leader at South Essex Community Council,519-326-8629 ext.381 or email nwiebe@secc.on.ca

EVERY THURSDAY:

Euchre, 7:00 p.m. at the Leamington United Church. All proceeds go to raise money for free suppers for those who are alone or those who will go without.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29:

Harrow Women's Hockey League Registration, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Harrow Arena. Cost is $260 for 26 weeks. Must be 19 or over to play. All players registering will be expected to skate that night in order to be rated. For ice times and further information please contact by email at harrowwhl@gmail.com.

Windsor Celiac Foundation will be hosting their annual Gluten-Free Food Fair at Caboto Club, Tecumseh Rd. at Parent Ave., Windsor, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Come, browse, sample and buy gluten-free bread, cookies, pastas, pizza shells, muffins, doughnuts and more. Many door prizes to be given away. $2 admission, children 12 & under free. Everyone welcome.

All Candidates Night at Cardinal Carter Secondary School in Leamington from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Join Canadian Olympian Adam van Koeverden and his father Joe, a colon cancer survivor, to hear their story of triumph at the Caboto Club, Tecumseh Rd. at Parent Ave., Windsor, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, visit cancer.ca/CancerTalkEssex County.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30:

IRIS Residential Inns and Services presents "Not Just Jewellery Girls Night Out" vintage custom & fashion jewellery and accessories sale and auction. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m. at G. Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Ave., Windsor. Tickets are $40. For tickets or to make a donation of money and/or piece of jewellery, please call IRIS House at 519-252-1819 or Doreen at 519-735-9319. IRIS House provides safe and secure supportive housing and services for persons with persistent serious mental illnesses (PSMI).

An informative new free seminar on "Cyber Bullying/Internet Safety" will take place from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. It will be held at the Salvation Army Eastwood, at 3199 Lauzon Road, Windsor.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1:

Erie Shores Quilters Guild Quilt Show from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 146 Talbot Street South, Essex. Admission is $5.

Nicole Barron & The Prospects in concert at the Leamington United Church at 7:00 p.m. Free will offering for R.E.A.C.H. International and Hope for Micayla.

7th Annual Lunch for the Future BBQ from 11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. taking place near the Greenwood Centre on Deziel Drive, Windsor. Tickets are $7. All proceeds benefit the Teen Health Centre. To purchase tickets call 519739-7777 or 519-253-8481 ext. 238.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2:

Cabbage Roll Sale, 9:00 a.m. at St. Paulʼs Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St. Leamington. Presented by Ladies Auxiliary. Call 519-326-5576 for more information.

Trinity BBQ Beef Dinner from 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at 1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. Advance tickets please. Adults $12.50, Children $6.25. Call Fran 519-7332590.

Erie Shores Quiltersʼ Guild Quilt Show from 9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 146 Talbot Street South, Essex. Admission is $5.

Buffet Style Turkey Dinner at Woodslee United Church from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Adults $12.50, children (612) $6. Call 519-975-2461 for tickets. All takeout orders $12.50. Call 519-975-2252 between 9:00 a.m. and noon.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3:

"Dare to be a Kid Again" – an afternoon of magic, music, activities and entertainment that will take you back to a time in your life when every day was full of wonder and you could just be a kid. Join Big Brothers Big Sisters Windsor Essex and the Windsor Spitfires at this free fun event for the entire community. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh Street, Windsor.

JOIN LIFE CHAIN from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., in Amherstburg along Sandwich at Pickering, Belle RiverNotre Dame at Church, Essex - Talbot at Centre, Harrow - King at Queen, Kingsville - Main & Division, LaSalleMalden between Normandy & Todd, Leamington - Erie & Talbot, Tecumseh - Lesperance & Tecumseh East, and Windsor - Tecumseh at Ouellette and Tecumseh between Kildare & Byng. Inquiries: Right to Life 519-325-0929 or 519-969-7555.

The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure is Canada's largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, and education and awareness programs. Taking place at Riverfront Festival Plaza, Riverside Drive, Windsor. Registration at 8:00 a.m., opening ceremonies at 9:00 a.m., walk begins at 9:30 a.m. To register, visit www.runforthecure.com.

Lakeshore Community Services and the Town of Lakeshore Recreational Services present a Health and Wellness Expo from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Lakeshore Arena, 302 Rourke Line Rd., Belle River. Free prizes & giveaways, free skate, information displays, demonstrations and samples, local service agencies, sports and leisure activities, focus on health and wellness and much more. Free admission. For more information call Lakeshore Community Services at 519-728-1435 or Puce Sports and Leisure Centre at 519-727-0470.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 4:

Storytime at 10:30 a.m. for ages 3-5 and caregiver at Leamington Library. Register at the library September 27 to October 2.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5:

Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m., for ages 1½ to 5 years and caregiver, at Leamington Library. Register at the library September 27 to October 2.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10:

An invitation to those who will be alone or those who will go without to please join us for a Thanksgiving Feast, at 4:00 p.m., The Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican Church), 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. No cost or obligation but you must let us know that you planning to attend. A special invitation for shut-ins: if you are unable to join us we will pleased to deliver your meal. Transportion provided if needed. Call Church at 519-326-3111 by Oct. 8 to register.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 & 17:

24th Annual Model Railroad Show from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Bowmanville High School, 49 Liberty St. N. Bowmanville Ontario. Operating layouts, static dsiplays, vendors. Adults $5, seniors $4, family $10. Sponsored by Soper Valley Model Railroad Association.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17: Canadian Cancer Society presents "Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer" at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. 1 or 5 km walk at 10:00 a.m. Participant check in 9:00 a.m. Enjoy morning snacks and live entertainment. Celebrate at the breast cancer survivor tribute. Survivors, Participants and Volunteers register online at www.takingsteps.ca or call Deb 519-326-6199 or 519-254-5116.

If you are pleased with our elected officials and the direction they are leading the Town of Leamington, you don't need me ... however... If it is time and you want change, I would ask you to consider three (3) major areas that concern me:

1. Our downtown core business and residential district needs to be revitalized by way of tax and remodeling incentives from Oak Street north to Wilkinson Drive and from Lutsch Street west to Armstrong.

2. Our residential Development charges for new home construction needs to be cut in half to allow for families to reconsider Leamington as a viable alternative to reside, relax and raise their families within.

3. Our Municipal residential property tax rates need to be reduced by 25% vs. Leamington leading the County with one of the highest residential taxes being charged outside of Windsor.

Some additional questions I ask you, the Voter, to consider before this next election:

4. Are you as a taxpayer and supporter of this Municipality of Leamington all right with the fact 60% or more of the top paid town executives currently reside outside of Leamington and support another Municipalities tax base?

5. Do you think there should be an incentive program or should it be just old-fashion and proper etiquette to expect top paid executive employees to reside within the Municipality they work?

6. Are you as a taxpayer and supporter of this Municipality all right with the fact the cost for services offered at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex and the Leamington Marina are charged out at the same rate for non-residents?

7. Do you think the residents that reside in the Municipality of Leamington with their respective taxes they pay should not have some benefit in costs vs. non residents at either of these facilities?

8. Why should the ratepayers of Leamington continue to solely subsidize the yearly deficits of either these facilities for non-resi dents outside of Leamington to use and enjoy at the same user costs?

9. Alternatively, has either of the neighboring municipalities such as Kingsville, Chatham/Kent or Essex been approached to demonstrate why they shouldnʼt contribute to the deficit if any of either of these two major cost to run laden facilities proportion ately with that of their respective proportionate resident use?

10. Should there not be development costs associated with the building in the greenhouse industry vs. giving them a free pass and moving these costs over to the common residential ratepayers?

Consider Your Vote Carefully

If you are not pleased with the direction this town and Municipality is headed and encourage a fresh new approach please forward this message to all your email friends in your address book.

To exhibit fiscal restraint & to avoid the unsightly installation & litter of campaign signs on individuals properties, Robertʼs campaign will be conducted exclusively by internet media format & print media by those that will cover the election campaign.

Epp family delivering tomatoes for 60 years to H.J. Heinz

By Sheila McBrayne

In 1950 Abe Epp Sr. secured a contract for tomatoes with H.J. Heinz Company. Sixty years later, Abe Epp Jr. and now his sons Peter and David Epp continue the family tradition. Abe Sr. grew tomatoes on the family farm on Gore Road until his death in 1977. His son Abe Jr. continued working the family farm over the years and brought in his two sons, David and Peter, to create Lycoland Farms Ltd. in 2001. Lyco is Latin for tomato plant.

On Friday, September 24 Abe was surprised when he arrived at the Heinz grading station, as he was greeted with a cake commemorating his 60 years of hauling tomatoes to Heinz. “I kinda wondered what was going on… I saw the 60 years and thought – Heinz is older than that… Then I realized it was for me,” said Abe. Abe’s wife Susan also came to the grading station to share in the festivities. Abe soon realized that everyone was in on the surprise cake except him.

Abe, 77, admits that “he works for the boys” now, but is still actively involved in the tomato operation. Peter and David, the third generation of Epps, continue on the family business. The Epps have more than 100 acres and were just making their last hauls of the season to Heinz on Friday.

The Epp contract is one of the longest standing contracts with Heinz. Abe has gone through many changes over the years. In 1950 tomatoes were all hand picked and loaded into hampers and the hampers were loaded to take to Heinz. “We’ve gone from hand picking to using GPS,” said Abe. The tomato harvest usually runs eight or nine weeks, this year was about six weeks. “It varies every year… This year was a little wet,” Abe said. He recalled one of the worst years was in 1957, which was a really wet year.

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Abe Epp was welcomed to the Heinz grading station with a cake commemorating his 60 years of hauling tomatoes on Friday, September 24. Pictured here, from left to right, are Peter Epp, Abe Epp and Pat Quenneville, of H.J. Heinz.

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Pictured here are Tom and Sue Omstead of Kingsville at the 2010 Triathlon World Championships event held recently in Budapest. “I’m really stoked with my results as I ran a personal best with a time of 2:00:47, ranking me 10th in my category and 1st Canadian,” said Omstead.

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(Photo Courtesy Claudia Burgess)

Erie Shores progs golf results

On Tuesday, September 21, forty-two players attended at the Erie Shores Progs Golf League.

Team ‘B’ was the winning team at minus 16, and the Team ‘B’ players were Bill Ruiter, Jim Sudds, Larry Roberts, Pat Dugal, Jack Martin, Bill Slater, Bill Rutgers, Bob Gray, Les Young, Harry Badz and Ward Hutchins.

The 1st Low Individual Score at plus 9 was won by Bill Ruiter, 2nd Low Individual Score at plus 4 was won by Terry Pettapiece and the 3rd Low Individual Score at plus 3 was won by Harry Badz.

There were 5 skins won by Kevin Shaften (2), Ross Clark, Ed Shachowskoy and Bill Conn.

Next Tuesday, September 28 will be the Progs League Closing Day event which will be a shotgun start commencing at 12:15 p.m.

Lawnbowlers hold last tourney of the season; jitneys continue

The final lawnbowling tournament for the 2010 season was held Wednesday, September 22 at the Leamington Clubhouse.

Peewee AEs go 2-2-1 in first 5 games

The Southpoint Uni-Fab PeeWee AEs have started off with a 2-2-1 regular season record.

The team started off the regular season on September 10 with a 2-2 tie in their home opener against the LaSalle Sabres. They got off to a quick start and came out as a very physical team. This was impressive to the coaches, since the team never even had a practice prior to the opener.

Luc Ribble started off the season’s scoring by banging home a beautiful pass out front from Evan Loveless. The other assist was from Jack Towle.

The team went up 2-0 on a deflection shot from the point that Luc Ribble got credit for. Assists went to Cameron Richmond and Evan Loveless.

LaSalle came back with 2 goals of their own and the game ended in a tie.

On September 11 the Windsor Jr. Spitfires came to town and seemed to be a step ahead of the AEs. The game ended in a 3-0 loss with an empty netter.

On September 13 the kids travelled to LaSalle and came out on the short end of the stick with a 2-1 loss. It seemed the team came alive the last 5 minutes as if a light bulb went on. The team worked hard and was held in by exceptional play by goalie Brandon Lavadan. Gerrid LaSala scored the lone goal with assists going to Evan Loveless and Luc Ribble.

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The day started off with a few sprinkles, but the sun eventually brightened up the day. There were four greens of pairs playing three 12-end games. After the first game a delicious lunch was enjoyed by all. Outside clubs represented were from Chatham and Windsor. The winners were: 1st – Kathryn MacGregor and Dennis Skipper, Chatham; 2nd – Martin and Beryl Henley, Windsor; 3rd – Don Thornton and Fausto Angelini, Windsor.

Regular jitney games continue on Monday and Thursday evenings at the clubhouse at 7 p.m. for the month of September, then from 2-4 p.m. until mid-October. Come and join the fun. All are welcome.

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Kids Love a Complex Birthday Party! Book an hour of swimming or skating followed by a party room with pizza and the works! Complex staff make all the arrangements, so give us a call.

Come for a Tour! Visit the weight room or the indoor walking/jogging track, plus over 50 fitness and aquafitness classes offered each week, or contact one of our five personal trainers, one of our three nutrition and wellness coaches, or consider personal Pilates training or personal water training. Our certified staff will help you reach new goals!

Rental Options at the Complex: Meeting rooms for small meetings or larger workshops, bridal showers, family reunions or company events. Rent the pool or the ice for your work party or youth group. The possibilities are endless, so check out your Community Complex.

Half-Hour Lunch Programs: Come join our Pilates Tummy-Tuck Class on Monday and/or Wednesday, or join Lunch Crunch on Tuesday and/or Thursday. A half hour class from 12:15-12:45 gets you all toned and limbered up, and back to work on time!

The 7th Annual Health & Fitness Life ’N Style Expo is taking place on Oct. 22 and 23 in the Complex gym. Vendor displays, demonstrations and an informative speaker series, along with Chef Paul “FINK” – a feature writer with Canada’s Best Health magazine and a frequent host of the foodnetwork.ca. Be sure to catch this dynamic chef’s presentation. As well, there will be an exciting Designer Handbag Silent Auction on Friday night. There will be a Fashion Show on Saturday afternoon from Leamington’s BIA along with several Doctors of Naturopathy from the Hospice of Windsor/Essex County who will lead informative talks on “Green Living For Your Health”, followed by a question and answer session. Any health and wellness vendors can contact Brenda Fischer for booth availability at 519-322-2337 or email bfischer@leamington.ca.

Standard First Aid/CPR “C” Training: Attend individual two-day courses or enquire about corporate bookings for your workplace employees to be certified. Attention Adults and Seniors: The Complex offers Slip and Fall Prevention Classes. Are you concerned about falling and breaking bones, or is your balance really poor? We offer 3 different classes that are geared to help you improve your balance and coordination and preserve bone density.

On September 18 the Uni-Fab team was home to the Tecumseh Eagles. After two periods of sketchy play, the boys found themselves down 3-1. After a stern speech from the coaching staff the kids mounted the comeback, scoring 3 goals in the third period while earning their first win of the season. Cristian Santos held the team in with some solid goaltending. Dylan Sample scored the hat trick with his hard work, while Gerrid LaSala scored the other goal. The team worked tirelessly in the third period and looked like a huge weight had been lifted off their backs. Assists in this game went to Dawson Iles (2), Jack Hannigan (2), Mitchell Demelo, and Luc Ribble. The defence played exceptionally in the third period and helped to bring it home.

On September 19 the team went to Essex and had several injuries at the start of the game and as the game went on. The kids fought hard and played very well, escaping with a 3-2 victory. Dawson Iles started the scoring off with an unassisted end-to-end beauty. Iles again figured into the scoring with an awesome feed over to Luc Ribble who almost fired the puck through the back of the net. Iles scored the third Southpoint goal and even had a penalty shot late in the third that he just missed. Assists on the night went to Jack Towle and Mitchell Chausse. Lavadan played very well between the pipes to ensure the victory

Sun Parlour Curling Club preparing for new season

The Sun Parlour Curling Club has begun to make preparations for their new season. The laying of the ice surface began last week with a number of volunteer club members assisting ice-maker Bill Hewitt. Making the ice is a three-week process.

With growing interest in the sport of curling, the Sun Parlour club is witness to a growing membership. The club offers special introductory membership rates – Little Rockers can curl for as little $20 plus HST for the entire season.

Club members are excited to assist with the organizing of the Grand Slam of Curling held at the WFCU center in November which plays host to top level curlers including Olympic gold medal champions.

The Sun Parlour Curling Club, located at 55 Seacliffe Drive East in Leamington, is holding an Open House Week from October 18-21, 7-9 p.m., offering free instruction and preseason practice. NOW is the time to try the ROARING game! Try it before you decide!

There will also be a Fun Night on Friday, October 22 from 7-9 p.m. Cost is $10 and includes pizza.

Golden Years mini golf

On September 23 the Golden Years Mini Golf League had 42 players on the course. Team #7 took first place money with 243 for two rounds shot by Mary McRae, Iggy Arner and Gerry Wilkinson. Gerry had the best round total of 73 – a 36 and a 37.

Second spot went to Jack’s Team of Julia Kos, Bill Mayville and Ralph Butler with 248. Third place loonies went to Team King – Laurie Hylton, Tom Bondy and Rose Taylor –with a 249-stroke total.

Bill Taylor had the next best round, a 43 and 34, for his 3 under par 77 tally. Even par showed for Marie Lasi and Rose Taylor.

Holes-in-one for the day were 5 for Gerry Wilkinson, 4 for Marie Lasie, and 3 for Stan Vickery, Neil Quick, Bill Taylor, Ethel Ferguson, Milt Taylor Angus McRae and Ralph Butler. A pair dropped for Doug Vickery, Kathy Bradley, Art Sweet, Annie Mae Leslie, Iggy Arner, Eileen MacIntosh, Laurie Hylton, Tom Bondy and Rose Taylor. Single aces fell for Ruth Slote, Frank Lasi, Stu Folster, Don Ribble, Ernie Vandenberg, Marg Graham, Winnie Moore, Anne Marie Bondy, Doug Bradley, Mary Ann Vickery, Carol Hylton, Moe Scratch, Linda Walsh, Irma Taylor, Bill Mayville and Julia Kos. Most Honest Golfer Award goes to Team #14 –Winnie Moore, Anne Marie Bondy and John Murphy. Join the fun next Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s. No experience necessary to play.

Peewee AEs pick up two victories

On September 24 the Southpoint Uni-Fab Peewee AEs entertained the Amherstburg Stars at the Heinz arena. The teams played to a 0-0 tie after the first period and then the kids put it into gear.

Dawson Iles and Jack Hannigan scored hard-working goals in the second frame with Iles picking up an assist. The third period saw the kids kick it up again with two more goals to end in a 4-0 shutout win. Cameron Richmond’s point blast made it to the back of the net with the helper going to Jack Towle. Dylan Sample ended the scoring with Gerrid LaSala picking up the lone assist. Cristian Santos picked up the shutout and was solid in net.

The defence of Gabriele, Livingstone, Beauchamp, Jeffery, Richmond and C. Ribble played like a wall in front of Santos.

On September 25 the Chatham Jr. Maroons invaded the Wheatley arena. The kids had a great first period and out-worked and outscored the Maroons.

Mitchell Demelo opened up the scoring by crashing the net and putting the puck in the open cage. Dylan Sample started the play with a big hit in the neutral zone and Mitchell Chausse shot the puck to the net, both picking up assists.

Evan Loveless whacked home a rebound out in front of the Chatham net with helpers going to Luc Ribble and Gerrid LaSala. Dawson Iles completed the scoring with a nice assist going to Royce Beachamp. Chatham scored two goals in the second period to make a game of it, but the kids held on for a 3-2 victory. Brandon Lavadan got the win between the pipes.

The Peewee AEs travel to Tecumseh on Sunday.

Peewee A’s win, lose

The Southpoint Peewee A, sponsored by Gabriele Furniture, came out of the weekend even with a win and a loss.

On Saturday, Southpoint played host to Belle River at the Wheatley Arena. Belle River had a score to settle with Southpoint after suffering a 5-0 beating in their own barn the previous week. Settle they did with a 3-1 win over Southpoint. Brendan Fehr, assisted by Eric Prudence, scored Southpoint’s only goal.

Sunday brought a new day and the next game against Riverside Rangers. After a shaky start, going down 2-0 in the first, Southpoint came out in the second and started shooting the lights out with goals by Bailey Loveless, Quinn Bowman, Kody Epp and Eric Prudence (2). Assists were from Brayden Klemens (2), Quinn Bowman and Rory DiNiro. Southpoint outshot the Rangers 46-17 in the game.

Southpoint Peewee A’s have a three-game home stand coming up this weekend. Come out and support the boys in action.

Midget AEs open Bluewater season

The Bob Dick Plant Farm sponsored Midget AEs opened the Bluewater league season with a win and a loss.

In the opening game of the season the team travelled to Belle River and came out on top with a hard earned 1-0 shutout win. Andrew Penner opened the scoring midway through the first period with an assist to Brian Travis. Matt Chamberlain made several big saves to keep the Jr. Canadians off the score sheet. The Capitals played an excellent team game defensively and killed several penalties during the third period to earn the win.

On Saturday evening in Wheatley the Caps played host to the Jr. Spits. This was a much closer game than the score indicated. Windsor opened the scoring in the first period and held a 1-0 lead entering the second. Brian Travis connected while on the penalty kill to tie the score with time running out in the second. The Caps started to run around and a couple of bad breaks had the Jr. Spits out in front 3-1 early in the third. Southpoint continued to press but could not capitalize. Windsor added an empty net goal and the final score ended 4-1 in favour of the visitors.

Next action will have the Caps travelling to LaSalle on Friday evening with game time at 9:30 p.m. The Midget AEs are sponsored by Bob Dick Plant Farm and the roster consists of the following players: Matt Chamberlain, Tyler Jackson, Jared Adams, Jonathan Augustine, Deryck Badz, Tyler Lamb, Hayden Loveless, Jessie Mallott, Brennan Mastronardi, Jared Mastronardi, Branden McKeen, Evan Nash, Taylor Omstead, Andrew Penner, Scott Robinson, Shea Thomas and Brian Travis. Coaching staff includes Mary McKeen (manager), Adam Hatt, Casey VanBeekveld, Ricky Armstrong, Ray Adams and Wayne McKeen.

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Erie Shores 18-hole ladies golf league

The Erie Shores 18-Hole Ladies Golf League played Gross Score Less Putts on Tuesday, September 21.

The winners were: Flight A – Lynne Towle, Flight B – Sherri Michaelis, Flight C – Lynda McAnally, and Flight D – Gail Brown.

Chip-ins: Nancy Flynn (#12) and Emily Oldenburg (#9).

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2010 · 10:00 am to be held at County Rd. 42 & the Belle River Rd., Belle River, Ontario Equipment from Various Townships; Food Processing Plant; Landscaping

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end of the season. Cost is $11.50 (plus HST) per week, includes 2 games of bowling and use of bowling equipment

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Ruthven Apple Festival

The 31st annual Ruthven Apple Festival attracted thousands of visitors over the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 25 and 26. Each day featured a full lineup of musical talent and lots of fun apple treats. Money raised from the event helps support Community Living of Windsor-Essex. (Photo submitted)

JOIN LIFE CHAIN

next SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 2010 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Local LIFE CHAINS will be held in:

AMHERSTBURG along Sandwich at Pickering

BELLE RIVER along Notre Dame at Church ESSEX along Talbot at Centre

HARROW along King at Queen KINGSVILLE along Main & Division

LASALLE along Malden between Normandy & Todd LEAMINGTON along Erie & Talbot

TECUMSEH along Lesperance & Tecumseh East WINDSOR along Tecumseh at Ouellette and along Tecumseh between Kildare & Byng Stand

Jesse Phibbs benefit

TOP PHOTO: Unknown person signing 22-foot Get Well banner for Jesse.

(Taken by Kathy Vincent)

PHOTO AT RIGHT, TOP: Cooking steaks is Ron Prudence, friend of Duane Faubert from Faubert Meats, who cooked about 700 steaks.

(Taken by Sue Laprade)

PHOTO AT RIGHT, BOTTOM: Joyce Phibbs (Jesse’s Aunt) and Andrew Phibbs (Jesse’s brother).

(Taken by Kathy Vincent)

BOTTOM PHOTO: Crowds of folks enjoying the afternoon/evening steak dinner, raffles, auctions and musical entertainment.

(Taken by Sue Laprade)

Scott Buchan, a family friend and flat track rider, riding Jesse’s bike on Sunday in a tribute to Jesse. There was a flat track fundraiser practice all day Sunday with all classes taking part.

(Taken by Sue Laprade)

Meet Jody Raffoul…

Jody Raffoul is probably one of the busiest and most popular musicians to come out of Leamington.

Jody is 42 years old and is the proud father of three sons: Billy, a 16-year-old up and coming singer/songwriter; Peter is a 14-year-old drummer and a great athlete; and Caden is one year old and has music in his soul. I have seen him strum on the guitar and dance, so the music continues...

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Music has been a big part of Jody’s life, thanks to his uncle Moe Raffoul who played guitar and sang Beatles and Motown songs to him when he was 5 or 6 years old. At age 15 Moe taught Jody to play guitar. Just two years later, at age 17, Jody took to the stage Feb 5. 1985 at the Village Inn with his first band called Purple Eye Brows. The name was later changed to The Bad Apples. That band has had many members over the years and Jody can name 23 different players. Since that first show 25 years ago, Jody has played over 5,000 shows. From 1998 to 2002 he did over 300 shows each year, and is currently doing about 200 shows a year… a very busy schedule.

Band members: Jody’s band members are Wes Buckley of Detroit – guitar and vocals, bass guitar; Greasy Carlisi of Detroit – bass guitar, vocals; Terry Lesperance of Windsor – drums; Bill Loop of Kingsville – studio bass guitar; Billy Adam of Detroit – studio drummer; Gregg Leonard of Detroit – engineer, guitarist; Charlie Lambrick – co-writer, guitarist, songwriter.

Type of music: Jody describes his music as rock ’n roll. He is very proud of his body of work and says it is a hybrid of all the music that has influenced him over the years like the Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin and many others. His own songwriting is “drawn from real-life experiences... so many growing pains and lessons learned, but it’s all about the want... to have a goal, a drive. It’s like writing a book”, but most importantly “creative freedom”. He’s very serious about his music and his career.

Jody has had two record deals and a distribution deal with the “Like a Star” CD, but he is now happy to be working on his own and is enjoying the creative freedom it gives him.

Most interesting place played: Jody was contacted by the girlfriends of a young 19-yearold girl in Detroit who was killed by a drunk driver. He was asked to play his guitar and sing his song “Simple Life” at the burial ceremony at a Michigan cemetery. It was a very moving performance as a final tribute to their friend.

Brush with fame: Jody had many stories to tell. Here’s a few of them: Bono of U2 fame walked behind Jody backstage at a show at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Jody got to meet Gladys Knight and she told him to drink ginger root with boiling water before singing to ease the throat. He stayed back stage during her performance as she belted out “Midnight Train to Georgia”. Sir Paul Rogers of Bad Company called Jody at home and told him he liked his CD “Simple Life” and told him not to change – be yourself. He liked the lack of over-production on the CD.

Most significant gig: Jody is featured in a cameo appearance on a yet-to-be released film. At the beginning of the film, Jody is playing piano on a boat on the Hudson River in New York. He was playing his song “Light of Day”, so maybe one day we will see Jody on the silver screen.

Jody got to play at the Giants Stadium, opening for Bon Jovi. There were 75,000 people at the concert. He was the winner of the 2006 Have a Nice Gig Contest and was handpicked by Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora to open the show with fellow Canadians Nickelback.

Over the years Jody has opened for many greats including Collective Soul, Kid Rock, Joe Cocker, Blues Traveller, Richard Marx, Counting Crows, The Allman Brothers Band, Uncle Cracker, John Entwistle of The Who, Chris Isaak, and Paul Rogers to name a few.

CDs or recordings to date: Jody Raffoul (recorded in

Virginia Beach (1996); Simple Life (2000); Like a Star (2004); Live at Migration Hall (2005); Learn From Me (B-RAD – recorded with 42 children from St Louis School) (2006); Big Sky (2008); Home (fundraiser CD for Ronald McDonald House Charities) (2009); Bootleg: Under the Influence (Jody Raffoul and Wes Buckley) (2009).

Future plans: Jody has plans for 2012 – “more organic” new CD project. Some recording will be done in California and some in Michigan. Jody is currently writing new songs for future recordings. In five years, Jody says he will still be on his musical journey. He can’t say where he will be, but he hopes to be continually learning and to celebrate differences.

If you could play with anyone, who would it be?: Jody answered this question by saying he “loves playing with Wes Buckley of Detroit” because “Wes understands what my music is all about.” Other players he would like to play with are bass player Bill Loop of Kingsville; mandolin and acoustic guitarist Dale Butler of Leamington; and violin and electric guitarist John Unger of Florida (originally of Kingsville). Jody says it’s all about communication between the musicians.

Where you can hear him play: Jody has been playing clubs, private parties, weddings and corporate gigs in New York and New Jersey and locally at: Pat O’Brien’s (St. Clair Shores, Michigan), Mephisto’s Grill (Kingsville), Cosmos Lounge (Caesar’s Casino, Windsor), Sand Bar (Belle River), Shooter Roadhouse (Amherstburg), Westview Hotel (Pelee Island), Mick’s Irish Pub (Windsor), The Black Pearl (Ann Arbor), Pelee Island Winery (Kingsville), Andiamo (St. Clair Shores, Michigan), the Detroit Zoo.

Watch for the Jody Raffoul Band on October 9th at St. Clair College, where they will be opening for the Barenaked Ladies. The outdoor concert is a fundraiser for the new Health Science Centre at the college.

Websites: jodyraffoul.com, myspace.com/jodyraffoul, facebook jody raffoul musician.

Jody Raffoul

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Family Room Makeover

This past March, Leamington’s 10th Annual Home & Garden Tradeshow partnered with Country 92.7 CJSP to present the $10,000 Family Room Makeover Contest, sponsored by Gabriele Countrywide Floor and Home. The lucky winners were Annette and Mark Thomas of Leamington. For the past several months the design team at Gabriele’s have been busy transforming the Thomas family room. With consultation help from interior designer Faith Haverkamp of Gabriele’s, Annette Thomas was able to choose a great look for her family room makeover and she and her family couldn’t be more pleased with the results. With new flooring, paint, furniture, window blinds and the latest in accessories, the finished room is stunning. Pictured here, from left to right, are Shelly Gabriele Gale, owner of Gabriele’s Countrywide Floor and Home; Annette Thomas, the lucky winner; Brenda Fischer, Recreation Marketing Coordinator at the Complex who organized the Home and Garden Tradeshow; and Faith Haverkamp, interior designer from Gabriele’s.

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Give the Gift of Life Walk raises big bucks!

By Allison Siddall

One-hundred and twenty participants joined together at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens on Sunday, September 19 to take part in the Kidney Foundation’s Give the Gift of Life Walk. Also attending the event were approximately 20 supporting family members and friends, as well as 15 Kidney Foundation volunteers and staff.

Two Wheatley teams were part of the 5 km walk, Living Proof and the Wheatley Whizzers.

Gale and Tim Pimentel and their son Owen made up the Living Proof team. They were joined by family friend Melyse Cook, her son Kayden and dog Benson. Their team raised $450. Gale also sat on the committee that organized the walk.

The term “Give the Gift of Life” has special meaning for Gale. She received a kidney transplant in 1991 from her sister Paulette Abbott, and has since lived a healthy and productive life. Besides sitting on the Give the Gift of Life Walk committee, Gale is also on the committee to establish the dialysis unit in Leamington and has participated in the World and Canadian Transplant Games.

The Wheatley Whizzers was the other area team walking for Give the Gift of Life. Team members were Tracy Buchenauer (captain), Stephanie Hodgson, Cara Flaming, Wanda Hodgson, Barb Piper, Linda Niehus, Betty Seili, Maria Hillier, Denise Beleutz and Allison Siddall. The group was the second top fundraising team, raising $2,993 for the Kidney Foundation. Three members of the team also qualified as top individual fundraisers: Betty Seili ($534), Linda Niehus ($583) and Tracy Buchenauer ($605).

“Give the Gift of Life” has special meaning for Tracy Buchenauer as well. Due to the ravages of polynephritis, Tracy also needed a kidney transplant. She received a kidney from her sister Allison Siddall in 1996 and enjoyed good health until last year when the rejection process began and the organ started to fail. She is currently on dialysis

while awaiting the results from tests to determine if another sister, Stephanie Hodgson, or her niece Cara Flaming will be a compatible donor. Tracy often counsels first-time dialysis patients as someone who can speak firsthand about what they are facing.

The top team, “Mary’s Spare Parts”, raised $4,400. Top individual fundraiser was Mary Diemer, who collected $3,715.

Pledges toward the Give the Gift of Life Walk (including online donations) were $26,888, sponsorships totaled $2,400, and about $1,339 was raised from a raffle and by barbecues put on by the committee. Overall the net grand total realized from the walk was $29,500. Proceeds are earmarked for the Kidney Foundation’s programs and support services, as well as research.

Contributors to the very successful Give the Gift of Life Walk were: Rexall Foundation, United Communities Credit Union, Advanced Machining Services, AM 800 CKLW, 93.9 The River, The Windsor Star, OPSEU Local 142, Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, Sobey’s (Lakeshore), VIA Rail, Chelsea Inn & Spa, Kingsville Golf & Country Club, Ives Insurance, Cuisinart, Avon, Joey’s Only Seafood, Heinz, Thiessen Orchards, and Windsor Squash & Fitness. Musical entertainment was provided by Sound Traxx DJ, and a demonstration by Mad Science was enjoyed by young and old alike.

Team “Living Proof” raised $450 for the Give the Gift of Life Walk held Sunday, September 19 at Colasanti’s. Pictured left to right are: Tim Pimentel, Owen Pimentel, Kayden Cook, Melyse Cook, Benson Cook and Gale Pimentel.

Second top fundraising team, the Wheatley Whizzers, raised $2,993 at the Give the Gift of Life Walk at Colasanti’s on September 19. Front row, left to right: Linda Niehus, Tracy Buchenauer (captain), and Maria Hiller. Rear: Allison Siddall, Denise Beleutz, Betty Seili, Cara Flaming, Stephanie Hodgson, Wanda Hodgson and Barb Piper.

OBITUARY

Stewart “Scotty” Carey

Stewart William “Scotty” Carey, 61 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, after a long battle with multiple myeloma on Monday, September 20, 2010 at Windsor Regional Hospital.

Beloved husband of Judy Carey. Loving father of Ian and Tiffany Carey, Heather Carey and Joshua Tompkins. Dear son of Margaret and the late Stewart Gibson Carey (2002), and brother of Thomas and Irene Carey, Allan and Gail Carey, Eric and Barbara Carey. Stewart will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Stewart was a former employee of Bennie Lumber and more recently with the Leamington Water Department. He was an active Boy Scout Leader for over 25 years.

Memorial service to celebrate Stewart’s life will be held at the Leamington United Church, 9 John Street, on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 2 p.m. Rev. Paul Rodey officiating.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Myeloma Canada by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Friends may share memories or make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

OBITUARY

Maria Piroli

Maria Giovannina Piroli, 88 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, September 23, 2010 at the Sun Parlor Home.

Beloved wife of the late Vincenzo (1985). Dear and devoted mother of Luigi and his wife Giorgia, Gino and his wife Marianna. Cherished grandmother of Dennis, Lisa, Sandra Briguglio (Vincenzo), Laura, Daniel. Dear sister of the late Luigi Frati, the late Giulia Cacciotti and late husband Italo, Teresina Belli and husband Enrico, Gina Vernaroli and late husband Gino, Serafina Frati and husband Gino. Always remembered and never forgotten by her numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631). Funeral Mass celebrating Maria’s life was held from St. Michael’s Church, 21 Elliott Street, Leamington, on Saturday, September 25, 2010. Entombment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations made by cheque to the Sun Parlor Home (2 South) would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

OBITUARY

Anna Terron

Anna Terron (nee Hordyevich), 78 years, born in Windsor, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2010 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

Beloved wife of Gerald Terron for 58 years. Dear mother of Tom Terron (Laurie), Gerald Terron, and Katherine Fox (Brad). Loving grandmother of Beth Terron, Charlie Terron, Mary Fox, Michael Fox, Heather Terron and great-grandmother of Alex.

Anna farmed with her husband, loved cooking and was a dedicated member of Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Detroit, Michigan.

Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519326-2631).

Funeral Service celebrating Anna’s life was held from St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie Street North, Leamington, on Tuesday September 21, 2010. Fr. Lev Kopistiansky officiated. Interment Erie Memorial Gardens.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Leamington Hospital Foundation (Continuing Care). Friends may send condolences or make a charitable donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

SECC gets $36,000 to improve

adult literacy

MPP Pat Hoy last Wednesday announced $104,918 in provincial funding to help adult learners upgrade their literacy skills.

“Giving people a solid foundation in literacy helps them learn new skills, strengthening their ability to contribute to the economy and their families,” said Hoy. “Through support from Ontario’s Literacy & Basic Skills Program, three local organizations in Leamington and Chatham-Kent are preparing learners for jobs through a number of ways, such as academic upgrading, computer training and high school credit preparation.”

Local funding to help learners get closer to their education, training or employment goals:

• South Essex Community Council in Leamington – $36,828.

• Adult Language & Learning, Chatham-Kent –$48,090.

• Tri-County Literacy Network (Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent, SarniaLambton) – $20,000.

Ontario funds about 300 sites across the province, including at colleges, school boards and communitybased organizations.

The province is investing $122.9 million in the program this year, up from $80 million two years ago. From 2003 to now, $650 million has been invested in adult literacy and basic skills programs.

The provincial government’s Open Ontario plan will raise the number of Ontarians with a postsecondary education to 70%, the highest in the industrialized world.

Leamington author on Hilary Clinton’s guest list

By Sheila McBrayne

Vesna Bailey, author of the award-winning books, ‘Notes To My Son Before You Go’ and ‘Notes to My Daughter Before You Go’, has been invited to Washington by the United Nations World Food Program USA to join their Board of Directors, Congressional Host Committee, and host Ambassador Elizabeth Frawley Bagley in honouring Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton.

“My books are taking me to Washington,” she said. Bailey has been donating a portion of the proceeds from book sales to the United Nations World Food Program. They are the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. On October 5 Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will be presented with The George McGovern Leadership Award for her leadership in addressing global hunger.

“Because of the amount of money I have been able to donate from book sales to the World Food Program, I received an invitation to the award ceremony and reception,” said Bailey.

“I’m looking at this as an opportunity that will enable me to continue to use my books to contribute to the solution for global hunger, and an opportunity to learn more about the work being done in the area of global hunger issues,” she said.

During a campaign at Christmas 2008, Bailey raised $7,000 for Emergency Food Aid for Darfur and for Child Trafficking in Ghana, all from book signing parties in the area. Since then she has continued to donate a portion of the revenue from all book sales. Retailers across Ontario report her books are their number one selling gift book in their home and garden gift stores. “I have recently partnered with a distribution company called Bella Flor. They service home and garden gift stores all across Canada. I know this too will lead to great things in what we are able to achieve,” said Bailey. The books are also available online from major booksellers across North America. Locally the books are available at Your Home & Garden in Leamington.

“Another reason why I am so excited is because of the timing of this Washington event. I am just on the brink

of submitting a proposal to the telecommunications companies across North America to partner with my company, OMNI Publishing, in launching Call Home Day all across North America. A major motivation for this initiative is to establish a needs-based Call Home Scholarship Fund, which would be awarded to deserving students who truly find it a financial hardship to pursue a post-secondary school education,” she explained.

Bailey initiated the first ever Call Home Day held March 3, 2010. The Municipality of Leamington as well as the City of Windsor proclaimed Call Home Day.

“We are living at a time when too many families are under-connected due to a globalized economy, greater mobility, divorce, over working, over-scheduling and deployment,” said Bailey.

Call Home doesn’t necessarily mean a pour-a-coffeeand-get-comfy type of call.

It’s setting aside a few moments that matter and can be as simple as calling home and saying, “ I miss you and was thinking about you and wanted to say hi.”

Leamington author Vesna Bailey at a book-signing. (Photo courtesy of OMNI Publishing)

SOUTHPOINT SUN

CARD OF THANKS

To say we were overwhelmed by all the love, affection and support shown to our family during this very difficult time would be an understatement.

We are truly thankful for all the cards, the many memorial donations, the food brought to our house and to the church.

We would also like to thanks Ed and Elfrieda, the Essex County Male Chorus, Pastor Darrell, Martha Janzen, Ellen Brown and the ladies in the kitchen who graciously dealt with the overflow crowd.

We would also like to thank the many nurses and doctors who worked so diligently on John’s behalf. The ambulance drivers, the police escort and the pallbearers who gently carried Uncle John to his final resting place. Thank you.

We will meet again.

The sorrowing Woelk Family

OBITUARY

52 years, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2010.

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR A HIGHLY MOTIVATED, SALES DRIVEN, RESULTS ORIENTED INDIVIDUAL

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The successful candidate must be highly motivated with exceptional sales abilities and a strong knowledge of personal banking products. You must possess a post-secondary education and a minimum of two years of related work experience preferably within financial services. You must be adaptable to work flexible hours and to travel within Windsor-Essex County.

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Seeking a caring and compassionate Registered Nurse wishing to utilize excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills, with an opportunity for growth in hours and responsibilities.

Leamington Mennonite Home is a HOOPP employer. Forward your resume in confidence by Oct. 11, 2010 to: Brenda Ascott, RN, Director of Care Leamington Mennonite Home 35 Pickwick Dr., Leamington, ON N8H 4T5 519-326-6109 / 519-326-3595 (fax) brenda@mennonitehome.ca

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LEAMINGTON

The Leamington Tornado Tree Program “Plant & Save 2010” provides a $30 voucher for those residential property owners in Leamington who suffered tree loss from the Tornado.

The Municipality of Leamington, Essex Region Conservation Foundation, local nurseries, and the Leamington Horticultural Society have joined together to coordinate “Plant & Save 2010”.

Pick up Vouchers at the Leamignton Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington - Community Services office from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday only.

This program runs form September 21 to October 31, 2010.

Participating garden centres are: Ruthven Nursery, Williams Nursery, Peanut Centre Nursery, Green Valley Garden Centre, Wheatley Woods & Flood’s Nursery.

A list of eligible trees will be provided. Each Leamington property resident located within the identified tornado path can purchase up to five trees at a discounted rate, before taxes. Vouchers are valued at $30 per tree to a maximum of $150 per residential property owner for five trees.

Trees must be planted on private residential properties. Proof of residency (property tax or water bill) and personal ID required when picking up voucher at Community Services office and when purchasing trees at the participating nursery.

For more information please call 519-322-2337 or visit www.leamington.ca

FLYERS fall...

FLYERS UPDATE

The Flyers have fallen to 2-5-0 on the season and have now lost four consecutive games. The Flyers failed to generate much momentum against Strathroy on Thursday when they lost 4-1 at home.

After a scoreless first period, Strathroy scored two goals in the second period, capitalizing on some Leamington turnovers. The physical play heated up in the third period and at 6:38 in Nick Nicodemo attempted to light a spark for the Flyers when he dropped the gloves with Strathroy’s JD Monague. It seemed to work as just 1:29 later the Flyers finally got on the board when a shot from the point gave up a fat rebound in the direction of Chris Scott who fired it past the Strathroy goalie to make it 2-1. Tony Spidaleri and Ryan Crevatin earned the assists. Unfortunately the Flyers attempted comeback didn’t last long as Strathroy struck again less than two minutes later and then secured the win with an empty net goal with just 24 seconds remaining in the game.

The next night the Flyers visited the St. Marys Lincolns. They were trailing 2-0 after the first period but the Flyers mounted an incredible comeback scoring four goals in less than six minutes in the first half of the second period. Alex Seguin got things going for the Flyers when he scored 4:53 into the period and Matt Ogden tied the game up at two apiece when he scored 1:25 later. Just over a minute after Ogden’s goal Seguin scored again, an unassisted marker on the power play, giving the Flyers a 3-2 lead. Cheyne Matheson capped the Flyers comeback when he scored on the breakaway 1:59 later to make it 4-2. But St. Marys generated a comeback of their own and they scored with less than three minutes remaining in the second period to pull within one of the Fly ers. The third period was all St. Marys as they scored 2:48 in to even the score 4-4 and got the go ahead goal on the power play with 7:34 remaining in the game. Netminder Zakk Olvin made 37 saves for the Flyers in the 5-4 loss.

On Sunday the Flyers struck early when they visited Elmira as Marco Canzoneri scored just 26 seconds into the game. Spencer Van Buskirk extended the lead to 2-0 when he scored with 2:03 remaining in the first period but Elmira responded in the second by scoring three goal s in just over five minutes midway through the period to give them a 3-2 lead. Flyer forward Matt Ogden scored with 4:05 remaining in the second pe riod to send the game tied up at 3-3 going into the third period. The game remained even through most of the final frame but Elmira broke it open by scoring three goals in less than four minutes at the end of the third period, including an empty net goal with just one second remaining on the clock, to give them the 6-3 victory. Colin Greeley made 39 saves in net for the Flyers.

The Flyers look to snap their losing streak when they visit the LaSalle Vipers on Wednesday night. The Lambton Shores Predators will be in town on Thursday (puck drop at 7:10pm) and the Flyers play in St. Thomas on Sunday.

PLAYER PROFILE

HOME

GAMES 7:10 PM:

Sept. 30 vs Lambton Oct. 7 vs LaSalle

AWAY GAMES:

Sept. 26 in Elmira TBD

Sept. 29 in LaSalle 7:00 pm Height: 5’ 10”

FLYERS FLASHBACKS

1968 FLYER BANQUET.

(l to r): Bill Sanford, Kent Douglas, Toronto Maple Leafs; Mike Sherman, Fred Epplett. (Photo courtesy of Bob Platsko)

Season tickets are still available:

Child $100, gameday price is $5. Youth/Senior $150, gameday price $7.

Adult $175, gameday price $9. Prices include 26 regular season Home games & 13% HST. Cash or cheque only. Visit www.leamingtonflyers.com for more information.

This week’s trivia question: Who was the first NHL player to score 50 goals in 50 games? Last week’s answer: Nine. Winner is Maggie Hannigan.