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LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Flyers, by virtue of a five-game winning streak, have vaulted into first place in the Western Conference of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League. Sunday afternoon, October 24, the Flyers took it to the visiting Sarnia Legionaires, winning convincingly 6-1 at the

Highbury Canco Arena. The Flyers face the Strathroy Rockets in a homeand-home series Thursday and Saturday this week. Here, Flyers’ forwards Wyatt O’Neil (90) and Galvin Grundner (40) watch the puck sail high over the Sarnia goal on Sunday. Scott Holland photo

Chatham-Kent provides update on Wheatley efforts WHEATLEY — Work continues in downtown Wheatley some nine weeks after a Hydrogen Sulphide gas explosion leveled a large portion of the business area and forced the evacuation of hundreds of residents. In the most recent update, Chatham-Kent’s General Manager of Infrastructure and Engineering Services, Thomas Kelly, said that six 10-foot holes have been drilled in the area of the explosion. Gas testing and monitoring continue as they use those readings to determine the next steps. Municipal Employment and Social Services Case Management Services are available at the Resource Centre at 108 Talbot Street East on Monday through Friday from 10 am to 2 pm. The Wheatley Area Food Bank is open at the same location on Tuesday from 9 am to 1 pm and Saturdays from 9 am to 3 pm. The Resource Centre also houses the Wheatley Branch of the Chatham-Kent Public Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from

2 pm to 6 pm and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm. Chatham-Kent CAO Don Shropshire said the centre is the result of a partnership between the municipality and the Wheatley Recovery Group, a community effort involving Wheatley residents including the BIA. “We’ve committed to providing assistance to the community and having the Wheatley Recovery Group involved means we can directly address issues from a local perspective and provide assistance people need most,” said Chatham-Kent CAO Don Shropshire. “We’re grateful for the partnership.” The municipality is urging residents with questions about the situation to reach out through the centre, call the municipality at 519-360-1998 or 3-1-1 Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or email ck311@chatham-kent.ca. “We urge residents to reach out to the municipality or the Wheatley Recovery Group,”

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said Shropshire. “Social media lends itself to the spread of rumours and half-truths and we’ve seen both recently.” Chatham-Kent’s General Manager of Community Human Services, April Rietdyk, said housing services are still being provided to a number of families and individuals. “There may be residents who had temporary accommodations when the evacuation took place but whose circumstances have changed,” she said. “We want residents to know we’re still here to help.” Evacuees may also call 519-351-8573 Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and ask to speak with a Wheatley Crisis Case Manager for assistance with housing, food and other support services. Anyone who smells gas should call 9-1-1. As work continues on finding the source of the gas, there is no timetable for residents to return to their homes to check on their homes and to retrieve items.

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KINGSVILLE — Nearly a dozen booths filled Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens seasonal greenhouse this past weekend for the second weekend of an Arts & Crafts pop-up event. Many local artists showcased their handmade items, from baked goods to essential oils to doll clothes and wooden signs. Here, mom Kathy Wilson shows Dallin and Jasmine, both twoand-a-half years old, some of the doll shoes at the Koala-T Designs booth Saturday at the craft show. SUN photo by Deanna Bertrand

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Wheatley Legion Branch 324 faces an By Mark Ribble NATIONAL — On July 6, 1921, Cana- even more challenging time than last da became the first country to utilize the year’s COVID-restricted Remembrance Day services, with the building still unpoppy as a symbol of remembrance. Now, some 100 years later, the poppy der lockdown due to the August 26 exlooms large as a way for Canadians to plosion. A plan is in place to hold the Wheatsay, “We will remember them.” It was inspired by the famous poem ley Remembrance Day services at Two — In Flanders Fields — written by Lt. Creeks Conservation Area. Leamington’s service will be held as Colonel Dr. John McCrae in 1915. The first poppies were made of fabric, always at the cenotaph, while Kingswhich has now evolved into a felt-cov- ville’s service will also be held on the ered plastic poppy with pin. Legion grounds and cenotaph. Wheatley Legion Branch 324’s poppy A complete schedule of Remembrance campaign will begin on Friday, Octo- Day details will be published in next ber 29 and run through until sunset on week’s Sun. Thursday, November 11. Poppies will be available at businesses throughout Leamington and Wheatley through poppy boxes. On November 5 and 6, volunteers will also be at some businesses in the area to collect donations in person. Poppies will be distributed to businesses on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. If your business is missed please call Bill Robertson at 519-7933426. Each year across Canada, approximately $17 million is raised by the Royal Canadian Legion’s poppy campaign. The money is used to fund programs and assist veterans and The poppy boxes will be out at local businesses starting their dependents. October 29. SUN photo

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Beds donated locally By Mark Ribble LEAMINGTON — A crew of five generous volunteers from the Windsor chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace attended a home in Leamington last Friday, October 22 to help a local family in need. Local grandmother Tina had recently taken custody of her three granddaughters aged four, six and eight, and was in a quandary on what to do about getting beds for the girls. In addition, her husband’s children, ranging in ages up to 18, were due to arrive from Jamaica. After some conversations, it was decided to call in the folks from Sleep In Heavenly Peace. Chapter President Brian Cyncora responded with Friday’s delivery of two sets of bunkbeds to the Leamington home. “This is our first install in Leaming-

ton,” said Cyncora, who added that the local chapter is in their first year of operation. From July through until October, they’ve donated 62 beds across Windsor-Essex. It costs about $350 for each bed to be constructed and their workforce is 100 per cent volunteer-based. Sleep In Heavenly Peace has 250 chapters in the United States and the Windsor Chapter is the first in eastern Canada. Cyncora says that two-to-three per cent of children in our community are bedless. “They’re sleeping on couches, on floors or on mattresses on floors,” he said. “This is all about the kids.” For Tina, the work that Sleep In Heavenly Peace has done has been a huge help. “I feel blessed,” she said. “Thank you so much.” Tina is also looking for clothing, coats, scooters and bikes for the five girls and one boy ranging in age from four to 18. To make a request for help from Sleep In Heavenly Peace, or to make a donation to their cause, visit shpbeds.ca. If you’d like to help Tina’s family directly, please email family friend June Epplett at repplett3@cogeco.ca.

The Sleep In Heavenly Peace crew in Leamington on October 22. In the back are Christine Lucier and Brian Cyncora. In front are Jeff Lucier, Jeff Loewen and Terry Cyncora. SUN photo

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Raffoul to headline concert to honour healthcare workers and first responders LEAMINGTON – The Bank Theatre will present the Jody Raffoul Band on Friday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) and Saturday, November 6 at 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.). The two date concerts will honour local healthcare workers and first responders, with a portion of the proceeds from the concerts directed to programs or aid for healthcare workers and first responders. Headlining the shows is local legend Jody Raffoul, who has released several albums, toured the US and Canada, opened for Bon Jovi at the sold-out Giants Stadium in New York and played more than 200 shows a year. Local classic rock teen band sensation Leave Those Kids Alone will open the shows. “Our healthcare workers and first responders have been there for our communities since the beginning of this pandemic,” said Michelle Fortier, Manager of The Bank Theatre. “Honouring their service in some small way, we hope, will be a boost to their morale. We need them to know we’re standing behind them in their ongoing and heroic efforts for our community.” “The Bank Theatre is proud to support healthcare workers and first responders through our programming,” said Bank Theatre President Corey Robertson. “Both of these bands are well loved in this area, will bring quality shows and we expect sell out con-

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The Corless home on Pier Road in Wheatley welcomes trick-or-treaters of all ages. SUN photo by Greg Coulter

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By Greg Coulter WHEATLEY – The home of Chris and Samantha Corless and their four kids on Pier Road in Wheatley is again transformed this year to all things Halloween. For over 30 years, the last 10 in Wheatley, their collection of decorations sees their property turned into a boo-tiful sense of humour and playfulness. It’s been a tough year for the folks in our town,” said Samantha. “I hope this gives them a little entertainment”.

Over 40 totes of props, many homemade, are on display for the month of October and numerous passersby stop and snap a quick picture. Closer to the big day, more items are added as weather permits. Sporting a big smile, Samantha eagerly adds, “We’re a mix between the Munsters and the Addams family, inside the house as well as outside.” When asked if she tears it all down in November and starts with Christmas items, she responded immediately with, “Nope, I’m a Halloween girl.”

Letter to the Editor

Thanks to Mr. Fix-It Dear Editor: I would like to thank the town employee who was repairing the Little Library box at Seacliff Park (again). It is so sad to see these little pleasures we have destroyed. Since COVID, that little box has been a lifesaver to me and my husband, who is an avid user of our Leamington Library. I have found it a wonder-

ful source to downsize my books, magazines and CDs. Thank you to the Rotary Club for your idea of such a program. To whom it does apply, don’t destroy our little pleasures in life. Thanks again ‘Mr. FixIt’.

LEAMINGTON — What started three years ago has grown and grown, according to Priscilla Marentette, when speaking about her front yard display at 834 Mersea Rd. 5, east of Highway 77. Priscilla and her husband began decorating the interior of their home in August and moved to the outside displays in September. Each year, they add a few more items, creating the perfect scene for Halloween spooking. Inset is the Skeleton family. SUN photo

Tiny Tots parade Oct. 29 WHEATLEY — The 7th annual Wheatley Tiny Tots Halloween parade will be held at Two Creeks Conservation Area on Friday, October 29. Sponsored by the Wheatley Legion Ladies Auxiliary and several local busi-

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Community Day in Wheatley November 6 WHEATLEY — The Wheatley Warehouse Wonderworkers are presenting a Wheatley Community Day they are calling Catching Up and Looking Up on Saturday, November 6 at the Wheatley Ball Diamonds. “Bring your lawn chair and join us for a cup of hot chocolate or cider,”

said organizer George Paisiovich. Paisiovich says there will be lots to do as visitors spend time catching up with friends, watching families play around the park, with music playing and kites flying overhead. “Watch the kids chase bubbles, run under the spaghetti tunnel, around

the slinky sticks and the mega monarch,” said Paisiovich. “The hope is that for a few moments, we can feel like a community again.” The idea came about as Paisiovich thought about his hometown a few miles up the road in Blenheim. “I grew up in downtown Blenheim, above my family’s restaurant during the 1960s,” he said. “I saw a recent CBC story about the loss of human connection in the Wheatley area.”

So, as the organizer of the Southpoint International Klite Festival, he thought they could help with that need for human connection. Paisiovich contacted Chatham-Kent Councillor Mark Authier to see about turning the idea around in a timely manner and Authier said the municipality would do everything they could to help support and promote the day. “It has been a pleasure to work with them,” said

Paisiovich. Paisiovich then contacted his crew of volunteers from the recent Klite Festival and many got onboard once again. The Catching Up and Looking Up day will run Saturday, November 6 from 10 am to 8 pm and promises to be a fun time for the whole community. COVID protocols will be in place for a safe environment for families to come together.

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Lessons learned in the grocery business I spent the first four years of my adult life working in the grocery business and had really convinced myself that was going to be my life-long career. Little did I know that some 40 years later I’d be the editor of the local paper. After a brief foray into working on the parks and cemetery crew for the Town of Leamington, and an even shorter stint at Ross Wood Products on Oak Street East, I got hired full time at Sunshine Market Gardens in the mall just east of town. Sunshine Market Gardens eventually became Leamington IGA, which was one of two anchor stores at the mall on Talbot Street East. The other was the Metropolitan, where Giant Tiger now stands. We spent most of our breaks and lunch hours at The Met Cafe, where Marty Lewis was in charge and treated us well. I remember her making a great cheeseburger, although my cheeseburger judging experience was far more limited in 1981 than it is today. Learning the grocery business took time, but I learned a lot of things there that have served me well over the years. Overall, I feel I’m a better grocery

shopper because of my time spent there. But that’s not the only skill I think served me well. Box cutters — or case cutters as we called them — were the number one tool of the trade and once you learned to cut and display a case of toilet paper without cutting into the packages, you were sailing. Box cutters would gain notoriety many years later as the weapon of choice used by the 9-11 hijackers. I also learned what I like to call grocery store French. We spent hours over the years doing what we called ‘facing’ the aisles. Facing is done by bringing all of the items forward to make the shelves look full. It also required you to turn the product so that the English side faced the customer. So I gradually learned that pamplemousse was French for grapefruit and haricot vert was green beans. After four years, I felt I could speak grocery store French quite fluently. We also had a section in the store where we put imported items that were not normally available in Canada. Things like Jif peanut butter and that spray cheese in the aerosol can were

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available in that section only. Because they weren’t Canadian items, they were a lot more costly Mark Ribble and had a French ingredients sticker plastered on them at the warepart of my job to pack and carry out the house. customers’ groceries. Often, we’d draw Of course most things are available straws in the back or flip a coin between in Canada now but back then they myself, Paul Smyth, Larry Balkwill or weren’t. Ron Martin. I still haven’t seen the spray cheese In the late afternoons and evenings, over here. Not in Canada — what a pity. it fell on the part-time guys like Rick When we had big lost-litre sales, Randall, Ken Lasi, Jeff Lamotte and Jim they’d put one or two items on sale at Heyens. a ridiculously low price to draw people Working the ‘till’ was also part of to the store. A variation of this method our job when it got really busy. I had is used with most staple items to this already learned to count back change day — like milk, bread, butter and eggs. from my dad, so it was put to good use One of our favourites was when at the ‘till’. Chapman’s Ice Cream first came on the Counting change is now a lost art. scene and went on sale for 99 cents. Try giving the younger people $10.35 There were times where you couldn’t for a coffee that is $2.35 and watch them keep up with the people. They would stumble to figure out why you gave push each other over to get their arms them that extra 35 cents. into the freezer display to grab three or Sometimes, I miss the grocery busifour flavours. ness. A friend of mine just got hired part Of course, we did carry-out back then time at Freshco, so it brought me back too, which you don’t see these days. It to the old days. definitely taught me how to handle cusMaybe it’ll be a retirement gig sometomers the correct way. day. Who knows. As a full-time grocery clerk, it was

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a 1959 cream-coloured Lincoln peeking out from the corner of the garage door. I phoned the number and asked about the 1959. Yes, it could be for sale. I hopped in my car with my Ford buddy and headed for Sutton. “The man had owned it for about 20 years and used it for his daughter’s wedding. It came up from California in the mid-’60s and was used for a limo service, then he bought it. He also owned the local grocery store and used the car for pictures on his yearly calendars. “I bought it and when I got it home, I discovered it had a cracked exhaust

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manifold. My Lincoln buddy John Bill Sherk welded it and away we went. This is one car I always wanted to own. I called it a land yacht. “Before I bought it, I viewed the car twice, each time to see if it would fit into my garage. Yes, with one inch left over to close the door! “The body was A-1 and the chrome had no pits. The interior needed some attention. I was able to find the original seat coverings and had my upholstery guy redo them over and with new carpets. “I also installed new

brakes, new exhaust, and four new wide white radials. It rides like you’re on a carpet. “Then I sold it to a man in Brampton and saw it was resold again last year. Then I found two 1956 Ford pickups!” When you own a vintage car, it’s always a pleasure taking it out for a drive. And the people who give you a “thumbs up” are enjoying it too! I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca.

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Raffle helps Jack Miner Bird Foundation

Judy Adams, second from right, accepts her painting from artists Layne Van Loo, left, Elaine Guitar Van Loo and Jack Miner Foundation Executive Director, Amanda Everaert, at the Jack Miner House on Friday, Oct. 22. SUN photo

By Mark Ribble KINGSVILLE — When local artist Elaine Guitar Van Loo took a stroll through Kennedy Woods earlier this year, she envisioned doing a painting of the woods and wanted to provide it to the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation to raffle off. “I wanted to give back and say thank you,” said Elaine. After learning that the

Foundation is dependent upon donations and does not receive any government funding, she was even further motivated to do something for the Sanctuary. Elaine embarked on an effort to paint along the trail inside Kennedy Woods and some 75 to 100 hours later, produced a beautiful 30 x 40 oil painting entitled “A Road Less Traveled.”

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ing sold at $5 each or five for $20, with the draw scheduled for Monday, October 18 after the Migration Festival. That’s where Judy Adams comes in. Judy attended the Great Migration Paint Out on Sunday at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre during the annual Migration Festival. When she went to purchase a raffle ticket, she offered the $20 but was told there were only four tickets remaining. She decided to purchase the four anyway. A few moments later, the ticket seller approached her with her fifth ticket, which she promptly declared the ‘lucky ticket.’ And so it was. “I couldn’t believe it,” said Judy. “This is the first time I’ve won anything.” Judy was on hand on Friday, October 22 to receive her prize from Elaine and Jack Miner Foundation Executive Director, Amanda Everaert. The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation was

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Physically disabled ONLY phone 226-782-8334 Those applying will be asked for two pieces of identification and also asked for a voluntary statement of monthly income and expenses. Anyone wishing to volunteer, please call 226-782-8334 Donations may be placed in the box at the Leamington Post Office, or mail to: Leamington Goodfellows Box 242 Leamington N8H 3W2. Official tax receipts will be issued.

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Dusting off the memories

Photos from Kingsville-Gosfield Heritage Society 1790-2000 A Stroll Through Time

Cedar Beach Drug Store, owned by Red Morris, Photo courtesy of the Kingsville Archives offered drugs, toiletries, china and souvenirs for sale as well as providing a luncheon menu. Speed boat rides were available from the Cedar Beach Drug Store for 50 cents a ride for summer visitors renting a cabin or for cottagers not owning a boat. The boats could be taken through the placid canal or out into the rougher waters of Lake Erie. This photograph of an unidentiﬁed family, standing outside the Cedar Beach Drug Store, was taken in the late 1940s or early 1950s.

Photograph at the Division Roadcourtesy Preschool carving in preparation for A Look ofatchildren Leamington’ s Past of C. pumpkins Scott Holland Halloween, date unknown.

Leamington’s Past courtesy of the C. Scott Holland Collection April 1973: Buckingham Real Estate edged Gulliver Insurance 2-1 to win the Midget hockey trophy. At left is captain Ken Dick who scored both goals with coach Randy Critchlow.

Oct. 25, 1996 - The lawn bowling green behind the United Church had a very different look back in the 1990s with surrounding houses to the north and east. Since that time many of the residences have been demolished while the bowling green has remained unchanged.

Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, May 1989 Clippings from the Wheatley Journal

Looking Back

From the Leamington Post October 25, 1978 Leamington’s downtown merchants have softened their stand against council’s plan for a commercial zone on Erie Street South. Mayor Sterling Welch indicated at Monday’s meeting that merchants have demanded a commercial impact study before proceeding. Last year, council proceeded with the plan to re-zone about 40 acres of land east of Erie Street South and south of Pulford. Downtown merchants immediately opposed the plan and were prepared to fight against it as far as possible. —— A number of complaints have been directed at the Leamington District Minor Hockey Association concerning admission fees to games. And with that in mind, the association’s executive is hoping for a large turnout at this weekend’s annual Skate-a-thon. Last year, about 110 youngsters raised about $1,500, according to executive member Don Nicholson. He noted that the association ended last year with a $5,000 deficit, so he’s hoping the turnout will help with funding. Skaters will be asked to skate 100 laps around the rink. —— Leamington and Mersea police forces will be out in full strength on Halloween night to curb vandalism. Motorists are urged to drive with caution on Tuesday evening and police suggest youngsters dress in bright costumes to make them more visible. —— Leamington District Secondary School held its annual commencement exercises Saturday evening and those who took part included MPP Remo Mancini, Barbara Seili (top year 4 student), Mary Gillett (valedictorian), Ian Carder (student council president), Wayne Kroeker and Norman Hansen, who both took top honours for the math award. From the Kingsville Reporter October 25, 1978

October 1991 - The official dedication of the new sign on the Friendship Club’s front lawn took place on October 26th, prior to the Friendship Club’s annual bazaar. The Wheatley Area Heritage Society Submarine cycling Lawn - Ditches after followingClub theinThursday evening The rainfall and the Wheatley Bowlingrose Clubfoot shared withfoot the Friendship the cost of materials. sign designed constructed Jimtime Gettyinventing who donated skills and artistic talent. Representing and was these youngand lads wastedbyno a his new game, “submarine cycling”.the If various clubs theto sign are left to right, Jack Thompson nothing else, it’sinvolved a quickwith way wash a ten-speed bicycle! Doris Wharram, Julia Hyatt, Dorothy Bailey and Jean Shuttleworth.

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About 140 participants took part in the Wild Goose Run on Saturday as part of the annual Kingsville Migration Festival. Last year, only 57 took part, so this year’s numbers were very well received. The race was sponsored by the Essex County Striders, with help from the Migration Festival Committee. The Striders now have 40 members. First across the finish line was Fred Chapman of Dorchester, who completed the course in 27 minutes. —— Robert Daudlin, MP for Kent and Essex, has been named by the Department of External Affairs as head of the Canadian delegation appointed to represent Canada at the Second Annual Conference of European Cultural Affairs Ministers, being held in Athens, Greece, October 23-27. This is the first time Canada has attended these meetings with observer status. —— The Kingsville Peewees played an exhibition game Friday evening against an overly aggressive Leamington “A” team. The Leamington team dominated play for the entire game to win by a score of

10-2. The game was played very aggressively by both teams, with a lot of late checks, pushing, hooking and elbowing, which tended to be ignored by the referees. Scott Walker and Bob Florence scored the Kingsville goals, while Rob Cranston and Jim Batke faced tons of shots in goal. —— The Kingsville Boxing Club travelled to Sarnia over the weekend for another competition. Kingsville’s Ray Taylor won a split decision over Sarnia’s Terry Wolf, and Peter Prascisky was subject to a no-show by Billy Johnson of Port Huron. The main bout of the night featured Kingsville’s Alan York. It was a grueling three-round fight that captivated the crowd with York winning a split decision over Port Huron’s Dwight Fraser. From the Wheatley Journal October 26, 1978 With the four-day pheasant hunting season opened as of October 25, there were probably more hunters afield than birds. Personnel from the Ontario Department of Natural Resources claim that pheasant numbers are down at least one-third over previous years. This is due primarily to the killing sleet and snowstorm that hit the area last January. Many birds were trapped on the ground under a heavy covering of ice and unable to break out. In Romney Township, 106 cock pheasants were released along with 64 hens. —— Bill Ruiter has stated his intention to seek the office of councillor for the village. Mr. Ruiter would like to devote his attention to major issues such as sewage, zoning bylaws, vandalism and emergency services. He has been a resident of Wheatley for about four years. He is an area representative for Cameron Packaging and is currently the vice-president of the Wheatley Jaycees. —— As Remembrance Day draws near, Jim Greenside, Poppy Committee Chairman for Wheatley Branch 324, made several visits to local cemeteries over the year to make sure the graves of veterans are properly tended to. Greenside was at Fairview Cemetery on Wednesday to adjust the plot markers. —— Wednesday, October 18 was a beautiful autumn day and over 65 members attended the Friendship Club meeting. Margaret Hogg presided at the meeting and gave the blessing. After lunch, Margaret read two amusing articles concerning women. Wheatley Kinettes are continuing their transportation service for the club. Members needing a ride to a regular meeting may call Mrs. Lana Koehler. Shirley Whitesell reported that she has arranged for a bus trip to Frankenmuth on November 14. Cost is $12 for the day trip. Marion Stein reported visiting Anna Starks in the hospital. Velma Wharram read an enjoyable short program entitled “October Wonderland.” She then introduced a song by Mrs. John Barret, accompanied by Doris Wharram. Two afghans were raffled off and won by Debbie Cobby of Leamington and Clara Bensette of Dearborn Heights, Michigan.

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Legion News - Branch 324

CHURCH MAKES VARIOUS DONATIONS

LEAMINGTON — Faith Mennonite Church donated $6,000 to various charities to celebrate its 60th anniversary as a church. Several organizations benefitted, including MD Bennie Public School, which received a cheque for $200 from the Faith congregation. Faith Mennonite Church began as a congregation in 1961, using the gymnasium at the school as its sanctuary before building on Sherk St., next door to the school. The connection between the two continues today, with community programs such as Spark, which invites students from the school for activities at the church on Wednesdays after school. Pictured are Pastor Ruth Boehm, student and congregation member Alex Bergen, and principal Chris Konrad. Submitted photo

Leamington resident shares $100,000 prize

TORONTO – Saying “yes” to ENCORE paid off for Mary Ann Sherman of Leamington and Donna Urbantke of London. The sister duo matched the last six of seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the September 25 Ontario 49 draw to win $100,000! Mary Ann said when she checked their ticket online, she thought they won

a Free Play, then she thought it was $10, until she kept matching numbers. “I called Donna right away to tell her! I was happy, happy, happy!” said Mary Ann. “I was shocked! It’s still unbelievable. I don’t think I’ll believe it until I see the money in my bank account!” said Donna. Mary Ann said she is looking forward to purchasing a new set of golf clubs and saving the rest for her future. Donna plans to have her house painted and invest her share of the win. “I also want to plan a trip to the Cayman Islands and Antigua when it’s safe,” said Donna. 3 columns x 2.5 inches Full Colour The winning ticket For publication w/o October 25 was purchased at the Real Canadian SuperAndy Siefker 519-816-6761 store on Talbot Street in Mary Ann Sherman, left, holds the big cheque with her Leamington. sister, Donna Urbantke.

By Jan Watson We held a meeting last week at Talbot Trail Golf Course. They have offered to help us with anything we need, including running our Meat Draws there on Saturdays. We thank them for their generosity. We’ll let you know when the draws will start. Our friends and neighbouring Legion Branches have been very supportive following the explosion that closed us down. Kingsville Legion invited the dart players to join them at their Tuesday night Fun Darts. They hold 50/50 draws and very generously donate the proceeds to our Branch building fund. Comber Legion also sent us a cheque for our relief fund. We thank them for their generosity. The Leamington International Hotel has generously set up an area for us from which we can run our annual Poppy Campaign. Poppy Days will be held on Friday and Saturday November 5 and 6. This year is the 100th Anniversary of the Poppy.

Our annual Remembrance Day service will be held at Two Creeks Conservation Area. Assemble at 10:45 a.m. for the Service which will start at 11 a.m. The Ladies Auxiliary will host a Halloween Tot Walk at Two Creeks this Friday October 29 starting at 10 a.m. All tots and their moms/dads/

caregivers are invited to attend. We have had several inquiries regarding the memorabilia hanging on the walls in the Branch. We are not allowed into the Branch at this time but be assured that when we are and, if we need to, everything will be removed with care and dignity.

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October 28th, 1988 It’s been 33 years since you have not been with us, son. Oh,what Dad and I would give to see your beautiful smiling eyes once again. Thinking of you sitting with your grown-up nephews and beautiful niece, we imagine the laughter that we would hear. They never got to sit and chat with you, but we know that they love you as much as we do, and miss all of those moments that were stolen from us. You are always in our hearts. Love you our son, Dad, Mom, Sandra, Paul, Alex, Blake & Hope

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Keep sanitizing those carts aren’t available and it’s unsure how well, if at all, the carts are sterilized. One store’s hand sanitation unit was located behind a sign and it was dirty, empty, and awkward to use. Another store had wipes but its hand sanitizer unit’s pedal faced the door so that you couldn’t access it. Some dispenser units aren’t being cleaned and have garbage in the catch wells. Garbage containers are absent to dispose of used wipes. Many people are walking in and not sanitizing, and I saw people without masks. Please revisit and enforce your entryway and exit sanitation standards and masking protocols to keep it safe for all of us. It helps to have an employee present at the entryway (during busy times) to ensure protocols are

Dorothy Alderton Dorothy Bell Alderton (Anderson, Hall), late of Leamington, Ontario, passed away in her 91st year at Erie Shores Hospice, Leamington. Our beloved matriarch will be greatly missed by her family and friends in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia and San Diego, CA. Predeceased by her parents, Charles and Jessie (Hardy) Alderton. By her former husbands Harvey G. Anderson and Donald J. Hall. Her brothers Albert, Clifford, Robert, Walter, Kenneth, Leonard, Archie and Thomas, and her sisters Hilda, Beatrice and Anna. Her grandsons Steven Andres and Harley Palmer. Her granddaughters Chloe Dafoe and Skylar Martineau. Survived by her sister Margaret Butler. Her children Larry Anderson (Linda), Sandra Anderson, Brenda Andres (Denis), Doreen Will (Larry), Beverley Lavigne (Randy Chase), Donald Anderson (Debbie), Jeffery Hall, Sherry Hall, Bob Hall, Carolyn Hall (Bill Bateman). Her grandchildren Christie, Jennifer, Jody, Shane, Aaron, Matthew, Shanna, Brandy, Kate, Jessica, Brittany, Brooke, Evan, Alec, Lauren and Tanya, and their spouses. Great-grandchildren Adam, Ryan, Daniel, Julia, Hayley, Cameron, Jasmynn, Madisynn, Curtis, Ryan, Chase, Aria, Elena, Madison, Brian, Jaxyn, Mila, Roxton and Kasyn Drew Lefeber. Our matriarch loved life and her family. At 14 years old she worked in Marathon, Ontario, in a spark plug factory in the war effort. Her many adventures included her boat and live bait business in Bancroft, Ontario, her horse Nemesis, in Seton Portage in B.C, camp cook for high mountain guides in Whitehorse, Yukon, cook at Peregrine Lodge in the Queen Charlotte Islands, B.C. Making pies for the BC railway crews at Seton Portage, BC. These adventures happened after raising ten children in the Leamington area. She enjoyed cooking, music, dancing, old movies and travelling all over Western Canada and the USA. The family wishes to thank the VON nurses, Erie Shores HealthCare, TLC Patient Transfer, Hospice staff, Reid Funeral Home, Albuna Cemetery Staff, and Bryon Knight (bagpiper). Cremation has taken place. Interment at Albuna Cemetery. Private family service was held Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. Celebration of life for Dorothy Alderton to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to VON or a charity of your choice may be made by contacting the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell St., Leamington (519-326-2631) Family and friends are invited to sharing their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Province offers guidelines for trick-or-treaters

Letter to Editor

Dear Editor: While grocery shopping in Leamington this summer and fall, I noticed that some grocery stores are loosening sanitation protocols at their entryways. I would like to convey my appreciation to those grocery stores that are doing a great job. Those are the ones I will be shopping in from now on. It is essential to the health of our community that each store manager inspect and uphold effective COVID sanitation protocols at entryways, until the pandemic is officially over. In the best situation, an employee sprays the carts and/or spray containers are made available to do it ourselves. In some stores, wipes are available to sanitize the cart handles, but in others even wipes

followed and customers are assisted. With the cold and flu season coming up fast, schools open, and the Delta variant raging in some provinces, it is my concern that grocery store entryways uphold high standards for the prevention of the spread of COVID infections in our community. – Kate Partridge, Leamington

ONTARIO – The province’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kieran Moore, has given the okay for Ontarians to celebrate Halloween this year. The provincial guidelines state: “do not sing or shout for your treats” and “do not ask trick-or-treaters to sing or shout for their treats,” in order to reduce the number of respiratory particles that are circulating. Here are Ontario’s 2021 Halloween guidelines for trick or treating door-todoor: • Do not crowd doorsteps – take turns one at a time. Avoid high-touch surfaces such as railings and doorbells. • Keep interactions brief with those giving out treats. • Trick-or-treat outdoors as much as possible.

• Do not sing or shout for your treats. • Use hand sanitizer often, especially before and after handling your face covering, after touching frequently touched surfaces, when you arrive home from trick-or-treating, and before and after handling or eating treats. • Both trick-or-treaters and people handing out candy should wear a face covering. A costume mask is not a substitute for a face covering. A costume mask should not be worn over a non-medical mask or face covering because it can be dangerous if the costume mask makes it hard to breathe. • There is no need to clean or disinfect pre-packaged treats. • Stay home if you have symptoms, even if they are mild.

Caldwell EDO recognized by EDCO LEAMINGTON — The Economic Development Officer for Caldwell First Nation has been recognized as one of the top ten economic development officers in Ontario. Kyra Cole was recently named to the list announced by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO). The award recognizes excellence in their field and achievements over the past year. “I’m honoured to receive this award and it means so much to me,” said Cole. “However, my role is that of support. I get to implement the Nation’s Economic Develop-

ment Plan but the strategic direction comes from the citizens and Chief and Council.” Cole gladly shared her award with the Caldwell community. “In my opinion, this award is truly about the success of the community,” she said. “Working for the Nation is an honour of mine and I’m grateful every day to get to do the work I do.” Heather Lalonde from EDCO offered her take on the awards. “Now, more than ever, it is important to highlight the significant role economic development plays

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It is with heavy hearts that we Southpoint Sun announce the passing of Selina $100, plus $13 18, hst = $113 Heil on Monday, October 2021, surrounded by her family, at the age of Any 75. changes please email Loving wife of the late Donald sun@southpointsun.ca (2021) for 57 years. Loving mother Thanks. of Sandy Wiper ( Jamie), Bonnie Jones ( John). Loved grandmother of John (Andrea), Jessica (Richard), Connor (Stephenie), Sarah ( Jordan). Greatgrandmother of Norah. Dear sister of late Andy Schaafsma (late Hilda), late Ema Schaafsma (late Mary), Andy Schaafsma (Sue). Predeceased by her parents, Ties and Geertje Schaafsma. Selina will be missed by her best friend for 65 years, Liz. Selina was a loving mother and grandmother who always put her family first. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile. Her generosity and kindness was extended to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, October 21, 2021 from 3-6 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to Knox Presbyterian Church, Leamington, would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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in community resiliency,” she said. “Economic Developers have gone above and beyond for their KYRA COLE communities over the past 18 months and it is important to recognize those who have demonstrated excellence in their profession. This was the perfect year to launch this program for the Economic Developers Council of Ontario.”

Bun Sean Tan Bun Sean Tan, 85 years, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday, October 21, 2021. Beloved husband of Om Kim Tan of 64 of obituary to run years. Proof Loving father of Kim Eng (Vesna Pouv), Van Tan (Kim S. Tan), Haby Tan (Kim Roeum), Mony Leng OctoberWong 27, 2021 (Kong Leng), Socheary (Vince Wong), Sopha Southpoint Sun Chandler ( Joe Chandler), Sophan Buffa (Richard Buffa), Phirum Soa (Hourplus Ly) and He$113 loved his adopted $100, $13family. hst = son and daughter, Dale and Laura Woodhouse and family. Cherished grandfather of 20 grandchildren and five greatAny changes please grandchildren. Dear brother of fiveemail brothers and two sun@southpointsun.ca sisters. Many nieces and nephews will miss him. As a refugee from Cambodia, Thanks.Bun Sean devoted his life to family and his strong Buddhist faith. He worked very tirelessly to provide and enjoy the finer things in life. Bun Sean was a very dapper dresser and always loved fine dining. One of his favourite pastimes was playing cards with his family and friends. Bun Sean will always be remembered for his kindness, his sense of humour and unconditional love. Bun Sean rejoins his loved ones and is now reunited with his granddaughter Aja Chandler. Visitation was at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, October 25, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A private family Funeral Service will be held. A livestream of the service will be available on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 9 a.m. Donations can be made to Leamington Hospital for the kindness, empathy and care during the difficult time. Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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Three vacancies. Start Date April 1, 2022. $14.39/hour. 45 hours a week. Seasonal, full time. Located at our farm 692 Seacliff Dr. Kingsville ON, N9Y 2K7. Handling heavy loads, fast paced environment, attention to detail, bending, couching, kneeling, standing for extended period, combination of sitting, standing, walking. Cultivate and irrigate crops, harvest crops, examine produce for quality and prepare for market. Work site environment outdoors dusty, hot. No education requirements. Experience an asset. 2500983 Ontario Inc. Email to: orders@leeandmarias.com

PRODUCTION WORKERS - DELIVERY DRIVERS

Production Labourers: Assembling roof and floor trusses in an efficient and timely manner using machinery specific to the task. Experience is an asset, and we will train. Delivery drivers: Valid G/AZ/DZ, safe operation of a truck and flatbed roll off trailer to deliver roof and floor trusses, and construction materials. experience and knowledge of residential construction sites.

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Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager. Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage. Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.39 per hour. Will train the right candidate. Must be able to work within a group or on their own. Reliable and dependable. Must have own transportation. No educational requirements needed. Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6 LOCAL TRUSS ASSEMBLY PLANT is hiring full time truss builders. Monday to Friday and occasional Saturdays during busy season. Benefits after 3 months along with a boot allowance. Experience an asset but not required. Call 519-962-9922 or email resume to cindyh@rivardtruss.com.

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GREENHOUSE WORKER POSITIONS AVAILABLE at Ridge Farms in Leamington - Job duties include winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, ability to distinguish between colours, working with sprayer, clipping, suckering, lowering, deleafing, grading and transplanting crops, sorting, packing and stacking produce, detecting disease in crop, greenhouse clean-up and other duties as assigned. Job requires standing bending, kneeling for long periods of time, and working under hot, dusty, humid conditions. Fastpace environment, work under pressure, repetitive tasks, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, handeye coordination Sitting, combination of sitting, standing & walking, standing for extended periods. Location - rural area, working at heights in dusty, hot and humid conditions. $14.39 per hour, minimum 48 - 60 hours/ week including weekends. Permanent full time seasonal position. No education or experience required. Please forward your resume by email to ridgefarms@sympatico.ca. oc13-no24 _____________________________

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•Min 3 years CNC machinist/ programming experience – college education diploma or equivalent. •Prepare and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling etc. •Translate instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function. •Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications. •Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate a large number of parts. •Read and interpret blueprints and design models. •Load raw materials into the CNC machine. •Create and programming tooling paths using Mastercam 2D&3D. •Ability to import, create or cut virtually and CAD model. •Wide range of CAM tools for solving complex machining issues. •Dynamic motion adjusts feeds, speeds, entry points, and dwell for faster cutting with less tool wear. •High-precision toolpaths for cutting extremely small and big parts. •Streamlined 5-axis cutting, trimming, and drilling. •Mitsubishi controls knowledge is an asset. •Be able to run Wire EDM and CNC/3 axis Milling Machine. •Adjusting machine settings to the desired product specifications. •Mechanically inclined. •Wage: $25.40 - $29 - Full Benefit package (medical, dental , EAP, pension match, uniform, safety and tool allowances, loyalty, attendance, retirement bonus and profit sharing) after 3 months.

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•Minimum 5-years of automotive metal stamping die repair experiences in production line and tool shop. • General Machining and preparation of tooling components. • Assemble and align stamping dies (progressive and transfer). • Troubleshoot tooling issues in press and determine production inefficiencies. • Experience with progressive dies, transfer dies. Able to weld MIG and TIG, overhead crane, die carts and Autolift. • Must have 430A tool and die maker license or equivalent certification /experience. • Wage: $30-$37 - Full Benefit package (medical, dental , EAP, pension match, uniform, safety and tool allowances, loyalty, attendance, retirement bonus and profit sharing) after 3 months.

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Memories of Kingsville Dairy

By Stephen Wuerch KINGSVILLE — Art Allen had always dreamed of owning his own dairy, and in 1931 he had an opportunity to fulfill that dream. Art had heard a rumour that Mr. T. Curtis was thinking of selling Grovedale Dairy, which he had operated for several years. So the story goes that over a drink of milk and within 30 minutes, the deal was penned and Kingsville Dairy was in business. Later that year, Mr. Allen built a cement block building at 12 Pearl Street East, where the May May Inn restaurant is today. Within a few short years, Allen expanded the business again and built a dairy bar at the front of the plant, and with that, the dairy continued to grow. Even as a child, now 93-year-old Grace Mornan (Ringrose) recalls living a few doors down from the dairy and what a thrill it was for her brothers, sisters and herself to walk down for ice cream. “Back then, you could get a huge ice cream cone, all for five cents,” said Grace. “Mom and Dad would give us a quarter and all us kids would walk to the Dairy Bar and order five large cones. It was great and a very big treat for all of us!” Grace loved the Dairy Bar so much, she even worked there during the summer and after high school from 1945-1948, making $8 a week. “This was big money back then,” she said. “And we thought we were the richest girls in town. Whether it was myself, Mrs. Allen or Hazel Wintermute, we always greeted the customer with a smile, including one famous customer — Jack Miner.” Jack had an affinity for their famous chocolate milkshakes. “And this was the reason you always went back,” recalls Jerry Malott, who delivered for the dairy and was also the Plant Manager for 13 years. There were only a few times where the ladies would show a bit of a frown, and that was when somebody would take advantage of the all-you-could-drink buttermilk which was 10 cents a glass. “You see, after the 10th or 11th glass, the girls (and rightly so) figured you were going to get sick anyway so they would start to cut patrons off,” says Jerry. Grace and Jerry also stated that the Dairy Bar not only served fresh buttermilk, but also served fresh whipping cream, sour cream, cottage cheese, egg nog, chocolate milk, a variety of white milks and of course the famous Essex (S & X) Buttermilk. Like the Dairy Bar, the dairy production plant in the late 1940s and early 1950s continued to grow and flourish. Jerry recalls that the reason for much of the success of Kingsville Dairy was due to four factors: First, the dairy plant was a modern and well-run operation that could produce thousands of gallons of milk and other dairy products each day. Second, Art Allen signed a non-competition agreement with the Town of Kingsville which allowed the dairy to be the sole provider of dairy products to the entire town. “All the other dairies were not allowed in town, including Lewis Dairy, which was quite a business coup,” said Jerry. Third, in 1946, Art Allen purchased the Maple Hill Dairy from Douglas Scratch and shortly thereafter, purchased Robinson Dairy, which had only been operating for a couple years, giving Kingsville

Dairy a share of the country market. However, the biggest factor that Jerry recalls was all the terrific men and women that worked for the Dairy Bar, dairy plant and that had delivered milk over the years. “They were all ambassadors for the dairy, worked very hard and did a remarkable job,” he said. Jerry went on to say that in time, Kingsville Dairy had such a great reputation for quality dairy products that they also supplied the Lake Erie coal ships coming into the harbour. Doug Ringrose was a milk man for Kingsville Dairy from 1947 to 1960. He told us of an accident that he had with the milk truck. “I had to turn very hard to the right as some boys backed out onto the concession road in their car behind some greenhouses and never checked for oncoming traffic,” now 95-year-old Doug recalls. “It was a reaction of reflexes. As I swerved sharply to avoid them, the front tires of the Divco (milk truck) dug into the mud, which made it shoot off to the right while I went flying out the open door off to the left. I ended up landing off the road in a small ditch with only bruises and some cuts, while the Divco slid off the road and went across a lawn, smashing into a house.” “It’s really kind of funny now,” says Doug, “but not at the time because somebody could have seriously been hurt. Those boys sure got in big trouble though, and I think that was the end of their driving for an exceptionally long time.” The End of an Era In 1962, tragedy struck the dairy and Allen family as Art Allen was hit by a car and killed walking across the street. Art’s death was not only a big blow to the dairy, but also to the community he had served so long. Art’s son Harold took over the family business, and with the help of Plant Manager Jerry Malott kept the business going for another few years. Unfortunately, the dairy never really recovered after Art’s death and when Harold’s proposed merger to form a Dairy Co-op with Lewis Dairy, Wheatley Dairy and Lakeside Jersey Dairy was collectively turned down, Kingsville Dairy sold out to Silverwood’s in 1965. Thanks to Jerry Malott, Grace Mornan (Ringrose), Doug Ringrose, Elco Medenblik and the many other residents of Kingsville for all their help and assistance which made this article possible. A big thank you to Trevor Stanley for connecting me with Doug. If anybody has any other additional stories/memories to share regarding Kingsville Dairy, please email sewuerch@ hotmail.com. For more information on Essex County and other Ontario dairies, visit Ontario Dairy Collectibles & History page on Facebook.

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 There’s no need to separate business and pleasure this week, Aries. You can find a way to combine them if you get creative. Get the work team on board. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if collaborating with someone else has you second-guessing yourself, venture out alone for a little bit and see what progress you made. You can always team up later.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, expect the unexpected in the days ahead. The unknown can be mysterious, and that can spice things up for a little while. Embrace the challenge. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, your willpower may not be strong this week, so be on guard if temptation arises. It’s alright to indulge once in awhile, but do your best to stay the course. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, a little personal pampering can go a long way from time to time. You can’t always look the other way regarding your personal needs. Help yourself to help others. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you’re usually cool as a cucumber, but something has you riled up this week that may be putting doubts in your head. Focus and breathe. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may feel like you are ready to throw caution to the wind, but deep down you know that’s not your style. Continue to do your research and find the best way forward. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, a conversation with a loved one provides some clarity for both of you. Allow this heart-to-heart to serve as a foundation for future discussions. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Build restful moments into your schedule while working from home, Capricorn. This way you have a fine line between home and work life. Start today with a long lunch. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You can pursue different ventures all the while keeping your day job, Aquarius. It’s not a “one-or-the-other” thing. If something feels like a calling, do your research. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Take stock of your relationships, Pisces. Make sure that you are getting as much as you’re giving. Work out any imbalances if necessary. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS OCTOBER 24 - Adrienne Bailon, Singer (38) OCTOBER 25 - Mia Wasikowska, Actress (32) OCTOBER 26 - Keith Urban, Singer (54) OCTOBER 27 - Lonzo Ball, Athlete (24) OCTOBER 28 - Brad Mondo, Stylist (27) OCTOBER 29 - Tove Lo, Singer (34) OCTOBER 30 - Ashley Graham, Model (34)

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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, others look to your for support in the days ahead. Lend an ear and a helping hand if asked. Simply being there as a sounding board may be enough.

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LEAMINGTON — The Leamington Women’s Hockey League got their season underway on September 20 with a pair of games, which have continued each week. The league is made up of five teams with two games played every Monday night in Leamington. On September 20, Del Fresco Pure and The Eyeglass Shoppe skated to a 3-3 tie in game one, with Southpoint Sun edging Source for Sports 2-1 in the nightcap. On September 27, The Eyeglass Shoppe shut out Source for Sports by a 5-0

score, followed by a 2-2 tie between Sunparlour Locksmiths and Del Fresco Pure. On Monday, October 4, Southpoint Sun and Del Fresco Pure battled to a 4-4 draw in game one, while The Eyeglass Shoppe took it on the chin from Sunparlour Locksmiths, who prevailed 4-1. On October 18, Sunparlour Locksmiths remained unbeaten with a 5-2 win over Source for Sports, followed by Southpoint Sun outscoring The Eyeglass Shoppe 4-3.

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By C. Scott Holland The (Monday night) Leamington Senior Men’s Hockey League is back in action after a brief six week, four-on-four session in 2020-21. Last regular action was back in March of 2020 and this year there are only enough players for five teams instead of six. The first week of play saw Reid Funeral Home get past Gillett Roofing 8-3 thanks to several third-period tallies. In the nightcap, Leamington Chrysler and Gabriele’s Home and Floor battled to the wire with Gabriele’s edging Chrysler 5-4. Reid 8, Gillett 3: Gillett stayed close for two periods but Reid’s offense tabbed five in the third for the win. Gillett’s scorers were Spencer Neufeld, Catlyn Kir and Saundro DelBrocco. Reid’s attack was paced by Kyle Quick’s pair, while Catlyn Kir, Jamie Wenzler, Kevin Sawatzky, Cody Cabral, Greg Mastronardi and rookie Kalan Ricci planted one each. Gabriele 5, Chrysler 4: Thanks to a lone first-period tally, Gabriele’s slipped past Chrysler. The Chrysler offense was led by Jake Marchildon who gunned two, while Andy Anthony and Brian Simpson netted one apiece. Kyle Kudroch ripped two for Gabriele, while Kyle Bowman, Al Beausoleil and Brett Babkirk fired one each.

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Sharks fall 4-2 to Admirals

By Greg Coulter After riding a modest three-game winning streak, the Wheatley Omstead Sharks returned home Wednesday, October 20 for a rematch with the Amherstburg Admirals. The boys started the first period right where they left off from previous matches firing 16 shots on net, only to be robbed by the opposition netminder. They were finally rewarded at the eight-minute mark of the second on a tally by rookie Sam VanGellecum. Amherstburg threw down a defensive blanket throughout the balance of the game while respond-

ing with three goals in a six-minute span late in the second period. A controversial third period net-off goal midway through the period dug a hole too deep to recover from. With a late goal by Dallas Anderson and a prolonged attack with the netminder pulled, the Sharks refused to lay down. They couldn’t solve the defensive shell and came out short with a 4-2 loss. Ethan Carlone kept it close with 27 saves, while the Sharks managed 33 shots. “We started strong but couldn’t maintain the pace after we opened the

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By C. Scott Holland LEAMINGTON — If one had glanced at the standings prior to last Thursday night’s home contest versus the St. Thomas Stars, a sense of Leamington overwhelming the last-place team might have been had. But such was not the case, as the two youngest teams in the West Conference battled hard for two periods. A three-goal splurge by Leamington early in the third was the ultimate difference as they won 4-2. On Friday, they edged the Stars 2-1 in St. Thomas and then at home on Sunday afternoon, rolled over the Sarnia Legionnaires 6-1. End-to-end action was prevalent on Thursday and Friday over the two contests and the Stars looked nothing like a 9th place team. The Stars came out strong, played hard, battled for pucks and outshot the Flyers. Both clubs played a clean game, taking two minors

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puck into the net to spot the Flyers a lead at 1:06. From the ensuing faceoff, Grundner and O’Neil connected with Uturo who beat Roberts 17 seconds later. The Flyers’ sustained an offensive attack for several minutes and during a two-on-one break at 3:41 Sylvain Lessard drove down the right side and unleashed a rocket shot past Roberts. . The Stars managed one more goal, but watched the Flyers shut them down from there. In the return match at St. Thomas on Friday night, fans saw a wideopen contest with 90 total shots fired by the two teams. It ended as a 2-1 regulation victory for the Flyers. Grundner and Ryan MacPherson scored early for a 2-0 lead. Netminder Boe Piroski had his shutout bid broken in the third when the Stars notched a powerplay goal. On Sunday the Flyers took a 1-0 lead in the first on Sylvain Lessard’s tally and made it 4-1 in the second as Ryan MacPherson, Wyatt O’Neil and Connor MacPherson all notched goals. Sarnia broke starter Polidori’s shutout at 16:20. Ryan MacPherson potted his second of the game early in the third and Ryan Blackburn added one tally. Polidori — who halted 23 — raised his record to 6-1, along with a 2.00 GAA, Schedule: Thurs. Oct. 28 – Strathroy @ Leamington 7:10 pm.

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U10 team charges forward undefeated The Southpoint-Essex U10 team got off to a slow start in Chatham on Sunday, Oct. 24, but they eventually shifted into high gear and charged to a 12-1 victory to remain undefeated this season. While Brody Church has been a steadfast defensive leader for the Capitals, he showed his offensive flare in this game and led with a hat trick for the Caps as well

as ringing a few more pucks off the goal posts. Russell Colenutt and Drake Pernal added to the excitement with their first goals of the season. Also chipping in on the scoring action were Conner Blain, Asher Grossi, Carter Demant and Christian Rutgers. The powerful defence continued with Ashton Drodz who had multiple shots on net, along

with Jackson Root, Brady George and Lyle Fleming who kept the pressure on. Owen Tavares continued to be strong between the pipes, giving up only one goal and allowing only three goals total in his last two appearances. The Capitals will now set their sights on Saturday’s home game against the undefeated Belle River Canadiens.

U12 Ravens take two The Essex-Southpoint Ravens U12 hockey team played a pair of games this past weekend. On Friday night, Oct. 22, in Essex, the Ravens hosted the Riverside Rangers and came out flat in a sloppy game. After falling behind early, Lucas O’Neil was able tie the score by banging in a rebound off a shot by AJ Youssef. Thirty seconds later, Derek Dunn retrieved a carom from a Kayden Cook shot and buried his chance to take the lead. On the very next shift, Nash Fuerth took a nifty pass from Brayden Foster and rifled his shot in low blocker. Riverside scored next to inch closer, but Jonathan Recker chased down a cleared puck and made a nice deke to slip the puck into an open cage. A few minutes later, Feurth slid a pass across the slot to Foster, who one-timed it home to increase the lead. Finally, late in the period, Austin Goudie kept battling on a loose puck,

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eventually poking it home for a 6-2 win. On Saturday, Oct. 23 in Leamington, the Ravens were host to the Belle River Canadiens. After a back and forth period, Kayden Cook slapped in a rebound off of a Nash Feurth shot to open the scoring. Midway through the second frame, Lucas O’Neil found AJ Youssef in the slot and he made no mistake going bar down to increase the lead. The Ravens gave up a goal while on a power play, but 20 seconds later Jonathan Recker replied by intercepting a clearing attempt and firing his shot in through traffic. Midway through the third, while on a two-on-one, Tyler Thomas feathered a nice pass across to Youssef, who wired his shot high glove to go up by three. Finally, with three to go, Derek Dunn sent a pass across to Cook, who buried his second chance off his own rebound to seal the 5-1 victory.

The 2021-22 hockey season has seen a travel program merger between long-time hockey rivals Essex Ravens and Southpoint Capitals. Over the past weekend, the U11 team travelled to Collingwood to compete in the Huronia tournament. After dropping a hard-fought 5-3 opening game, the boys roared back to post 6-0, 11-0 and 7-2 victories. It wasn’t enough to get them to the final, however. Here the team poses in front of the Collingwood town hall prior to their final match. Photo by Bridget Opfer

U13 Blue skates to tie with Black

Southpoint U13 Blue played their first game of the season against Erie North Shore Black. In the first period, Black held a slight advantage in puck possession time and as a result they picked up a goal. Southpoint evened things up midway through the second period. Gavin Butineillo carried the puck into the Erie end and saw a wide-open Landon Carlini standing to the left of a wide open net. Gavin passed and Landon finished the play with a goal. The game was tied, but Erie responded 15 seconds later to resume the lead. Early in the third, Southpoint again

tied the game up with a great passing play. Defenseman Brent Pimentel carried the puck up over his own blue line then made a pass up to Sean Amaral. Sean moved the puck into the Erie end and sent a pass to Landon, who onetimed the puck into the net for his second goal. The game ended in a 2-2 tie. Southpoint’s passing game earned them the two goals but their positional play cost them two. Over the next few weeks the team will focus on that weaker aspect of their game and get more familiar with how their teammates play.

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U13 Blue skates to tie with Black

U12 Ravens take two

U10 team charges forward undefeated

Flyers double stars, top Sarnia

Sharks fall 4-2 to Admirals

Ladies hockey gets underway

New season for Sr. hockey

Memories of Kingsville Dairy

Caldwell EDO recognized by EDCO

Province offers guidelines for trick-or-treaters

Leamington resident shares $100,000 prize

Legion News - Branch 324

Raffle helps Jack Miner Bird Foundation

Community Day in Wheatley November 6

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Tiny Tots parade Oct. 29

Raffoul to headline concert to honour healthcare workers and first responders

Beds donated locally

Poppy campaign starts this weekend

Chatham-Kent provides update on Wheatley efforts