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A line up of volunteers serve up portions of soup to customers during the 26th annual Soup and Salad Luncheon at the Leamington Portuguese Club Wednesday, Nov. 29.

This year’s Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser drew a larger-than-average crowd of about 700 supporters.

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By Bryan Jessop An established Leamington fundraiser now has its sights set on assisting local troubled youth one ladleful at a time.

The Giving Spoon soup luncheon, first hosted by the Masonic Lodge in November and December on a weekly basis, is expanding its positive impact on the community to a new Leamington Youth Resource Centre known as The Bridge. The next edition of the public fundraiser will be held Saturday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Bridge, located at 302 Sherk St. — the former St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. The Giving Spoon moved to the Real Canadian Superstore — the employer of Soup Guru Bill Dunn, the fundraiser’s founder — on Talbot Street East starting in December of 2014.

Dunn, a member of The Bridge’s Fund Development Committee, approached the new program’s board of directors with the idea to host a Giving Spoon at its Sherk Street location, with proceeds to help offset its construction and operating costs. John Ferguson, a volunteer with The Bridge’s board of directors, explained that there is no specific monetary goal for the fundraiser, although the team of volunteers and organizers are hoping to see 300 customers each day.

Giving Spoon bowls of soup are offered to the public free of charge, although free will donations are both welcomed and common. This year, 14 varieties of soup are being offered by Dunn and his team of fellow volunteers.

“Bill helps us out quite a lot with our projects,” explained Ferguson.

Coffee is also being made available courtesy of the Tim Hortons on Erie Street North while Leamington’s Super Store is providing water. Volunteers will also provide cookies and dinner rolls. Between kitchen helpers, servers and a clean up crew, about 40 volunteers — including local youth — are stepping forward to assist with the operation of the upcoming Giving Spoon.

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If all goes according to plan, The Bridge will begin operating at full capacity in late January or early February of next year. The program will offer accommodations, employment services and other means of support to homeless and troubled youths in the Leamington area. Later this month, ACCESS County Community Support Services will move into an office space at The Bridge to compliment the facility’s array of services that will include a kitchen, recreation area, laundry, showers, homework centre and a chapel.

Remodeling and construction required to provide these amenities have been offered

by Leamington area volunteers and businesses over the past several months. A new roof, painting, drywall, countertops, carpeting, washer and dryer and other materials and labour have all been offered at no or reduced costs to help lower the organization’s expenses. To date, renovation expenses have come in at about one third of what was originally projected.

Previous fundraisers for The Bridge have included a Movie Night on the site’s front lawn and other fundraising efforts by students at UMEI, Southpoint Lally Ford, Super Store, Gabriel’s Home Furnishings and others.

“We’ll open our doors to any youths with any needs — not just the homeless,” Ferguson explained. “It’ll be for youths who don’t know where to go or what to do. It’ll be able to accommodate a large number. We’ll be busy for sure.”

The Bridge hopes to host another Giving Spoon fundraiser in February of 2018, shortly after it officially opens its doors.

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Fatal car/tractor crash

On December 3 at approximately 11:40 a.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Lakeshore Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Essex County Roads 46 and 37 in Lakeshore.

A passenger vehicle and a John Deere tractor collided at the intersection sending the lone occupant driver of the passenger vehicle to the hospital with life threatening injuries.

The driver, Randy Dauphin, age 59 of Blenheim, was later pronounced deceased at the hospital.

The driver of the farm tractor was not injured.

The OPP’s Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) closed the intersection of Essex County Road 46 and 37 (Gracey Sideroad) for several hours.

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The Municipality of Leamington has completed a fenced in off-leash dog park. The dog park is located on 435 Bevel Line, behind the Bayview Cemetery. The large enclosed area includes trees and water and a lot of space to run. At present, the park is a bit muddy, but will be perfect when the grass grows in.

Wheatley man arrested in Blenheim

On November 29, just before 11 a.m., Chatham-Kent Police initiated a traffic stop on Marlborough St. N. and Talbot St. W. in Blenheim.

As a result, a 24-year-old Wheatley man was arrested and charged with driving while under suspension and possession of break and enter tools. The vehicle was towed and the man was transported to Chatham-Kent Police Service Headquarters. He was later released with court date later in December.

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The Heritage Choir will be presenting their annual Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 16 at 7 p.m. at the Heritage Centre, 91 Pickwick Dr., Leamington.

The evening will feature old and new Christmas carols honouring God at this time of Advent.

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By Bryan Jessop A filled parking lot, filled tables and filled stomachs equaled a fulfilling fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society.

The 26th annual Soup and Salad Luncheon, hosted by the Leamington Portuguese Club, drew a capacity crowd of about 700 customers and a larger than ever list of sponsors that contributed to approximately $21,000 in funds raised for the Windsor-Essex Canadian Cancer Society. The event — which offered soups from 35 different Kingsville, Leamington and Wheatley-area restaurants as well as salads, fresh produce and desserts — was again led by the same committee that organizes and presents Leamington’s annual Poor Boy Luncheon and Chilifest.

This year’s Soup and Salad Luncheon began at 11 a.m. and ran for roughly two hours. On average, the fundraiser generates about $20,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society.

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editorial A hope for the holidays

So many dream of a white Christmas, but I’m kind of hoping that the weather holds out as it is right now.

Of course some pesky gremlins will find their way into the weather system and turn a Christmas story into a nightmare before Christmas.

For those die-hard fans of Jack Frost, there still might be a miracle on 34th Street. A major winter storm could blow through from the north pole on a moment’s notice, ruining my Christmas vacation.

I can’t complain. It’s a wonderful life when the holidays roll around. Seeing all the kids’ faces when they wander through the malls, taking in all of the sights like babes in toyland.

As the big day approaches, I’m already committed to attending four Christmases.

There will be plenty of eating and drinking and I just may belt out a Christmas carol or two. After all, we’re either family or just friends.

Of course, watching Rudolph The Rednose Reindeer with my grandkids will be on high priority. Not so much for Dasher, Dancer and Prancer, but they won’t let poor Rudolph play in any reindeer games anyway.

Rudolph is one of those stories that stands the test of time and one that every kid can love.

Actually, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Frosty the Snowman run a close second for me too. And don’t forget Heidi, the original Shirley Temple version.

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Of course, there are those that have nobody to spend Christmas with and we need to think about them as well. Whether you’re staying home alone or spending the night at the Holiday Inn, you should feel included.

Whether you are decorated to the nines or putting up one of those Charlie Brown Christmas trees, you should be equally proud of getting your holiday affairs in order.

The perfect holiday get together would include everyone, even old uncle Scrooge, who sits in a chair with the bowl of filberts and the nutcracker. The holiday just isn’t the same without spending Christmas with the Kranks of the family.

We are three weeks out at this point. So close you can almost hear the little drummer boy playing pah-rum-pum-pum-pum.

And don’t worry about being naughty or nice. It can’t be all that bad. Santa will be along to jingle all the way, even if you’re spending Christmas in Connecticut.

For me, I’ll be happy to curl up with my blanket among the holly and the ivy and watch the fireplace light up the apartment along with the tree.

As for snow, I guess a little on the ground is okay. If I need motivation, I guess I’ll jump aboard the Polar Express in my mind and imagine that I’m far away.

If you want to join me, meet me in St. Louis. If not, I’ll be home for Christmas.

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Wine pairing ideas for the holidays

As we approach the start of the Christmas/holiday/ festive season, I pray that you will all find yourselves Let’s Wine surrounded by loved ones, family and friends and that Together you will be blessed with health and happiness.

I always get questions about what to serve with the traditional Christmas turkey, but let’s face it… when it comes to festive gatherings, people are switching it up and serving ham, duck, goose or prime rib instead of – or even along with – that time-honoured turkey. So I thought I would present some wine pairing ideas for these various meals.

Just as you may be switching up the menu, you can switch up the wine as well. Ham works well with lighter whites such as Riesling and Gewurztraminer or un-oaked Chardonnay and lighter reds such as Pinot Noir or Baco Noir.

If your menu includes duck or goose, there is a bit of a challenge with wine pairing as you’re dealing with a meat that is fattier than turkey, so again Riesling and Gewurztraminer are your friends or even a late harvest Riesling – the sweetness helping that much more to cut through the palate-coating fattiness. For red wine, I’d only go there if your bird is abundantly seasoned and choose Cabernet Franc or Merlot – or even Meritage, which is a blend of both and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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the rich texture, protein and fat, so your white wine options are limited to a heavy – probably oaked – Chardonnay. For red wine, you’d be good to go with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Meritage, Syrah/Shiraz, or pretty much anything with substantial body and lots of flavour and tannin.

Now let’s talk turkey. Depending on how well you season your bird, your choices in wine can be quite diverse… Sauvignon Blanc, Vidal, un-oaked Chardonnay, Riesling or Gewurztraminer on the white side and Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz or Cabernet Franc on the red side.

If you’re one who likes to use the entire spice drawer on your turkey, you can probably go all the way up to a hearty oaked Chardonnay or a Merlot, Meritage or Cabernet Sauvignon.

When it comes to dessert, remember that red wine is a great partner for anything chocolate – the richer the chocolate, the heavier the wine… or skip dessert and simply serve a dessert wine instead.

All of the wines I mentioned are available at any or all of our magnificent local wineries. Cheers!

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Council discusses future of Sip & Savour event

By Pat Bailey The future of Leamington’s Sip and Savour Experience is in limbo.

At the Monday, November 27 meeting of Leamington Municipal Council, following a report by the municipality’s director of community and development services Paul Barnable, Council failed to make a decision on the event’s fate, instead voting to accept the report.

The event, which was deemed a celebration of local food, beverages and Leamington’s diverse culinary landscape replacing the Tomato Festival in 2016, was at the mercy of Mother Nature during its inaugural year when thunderstorms virtually washed out the event.

Council learned that weather was not a factor in 2017, but the event was in the red by over $82,000, bringing the total to over $130,000 in its two-year history.

The event, featuring celebrity chef Lynn Crawford, drew about 3,100 to the waterfront in 2017, but the failure to secure a $50,000 grant, coupled with lower than expected sponsorship dollars, hurt its bottom line.

Councillor Tim Wilkinson expressed concern over its future. “I don’t have a big warm and fuzzy about this one,” said Wilkinson. “I’m skeptical that it’ll work.”

“Maybe we should stop the bleeding,” he added.

CAO Peter Neufeld said the event was intended to draw people to the waterfront to see firsthand the commitment the municipality has made to revitalizing the waterfront.

Councillor John Hammond said he believes someone stepping up as a major sponsor would save the event.

But Councillor Larry Verbeke questioned the viability of Sip and Savour and whether the municipality should con-

tinue to fund an event that has shown a losing track record in its first two years.

Deputy Mayor Hilda McDonald, too, expressed concerns.

She said she is concerned many of her colleagues are just ready to pull the plug on the event. “To throw in the towel at this time,” said McDonald, “would be premature.” She said she still believes they should give it one more try “without dumbing it down.”

“If it’s cheap,” said McDonald, “I ain’t in the game.”

Mayor John Paterson was not ready to throw in the towel on the event either. “Personally,” said Paterson, “I want to do it for another year.”

Neufeld said the most disappointing part of the 2017 event was that the people who showed up were disappoint-

ed. “It leaves a bad taste in their mouths,” said Neufeld, “and ours.”

He, too, believes if changes are made Sip and Savour can be successful.

Neufeld said the location is “second to none” and a question to a consultant about its possible viability was answered with a resounding “absolutely”.

After much discussion, Council agreed to set aside time to get further information on the event and discuss it further at budget time.

In his report, Barnable said that the cost overruns from this year’s festival can be absorbed from the existing surplus within the Tourism and Economic Development budget, resulting in no financial impact on the 2017 budget.

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A community Christmas musical written for children by local playwright Barry Bergen. Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Show starts at 6:30 pm. Offsite at Fatih Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk Street, Leamington. Admission is pass the hat.

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Pelee Island receives grant to develop art program

Pelee Island Community Arts is the recipient of a $5,000 grant from the WindsorEssex Community Foundation.

This grant will help support the establishment of a Community Outreach Art and Environment Series in the summer of 2018. A seasonal position will be created to develop, implement and promote children and adult workshops, further engaging the community in the arts and in exploring the unique, globally significant environment only found on Pelee Island.

“Pelee Island is a small, remote community. This grant will enable Pelee Island Community Arts to further develop partnerships within the community to create a hub of activity for both residents and visitors to our island, further building relationships to each other and our animal and plant life. We are thrilled to begin this program,” said Rod Strickland, President, Pelee Island Community Arts.

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A great meteor shower Dec. 13-14

By Gary Boyle The Backyard Astronomer Another great celestial event is poised to light up the night sky. The annual Geminid meteor shower will peak on the night of December 13 into the morning of the 14th.

Geminid meteors tend to be few and far between in the early evening, but intensify in number late at night. The meteors tend to peak about 2 a.m. local time.

As Earth crosses the debris field of asteroid 3200 Phaethon we will enjoy a predicted rate of 120 meteors seen per hour or one every 30 seconds on average. Tiny particles will enter the atmosphere at 35 km/sec producing long, slow and sometimes very bright streaks vapourizing about 80 kilometres high.

The very thin waning crescent moon rising at 3:45 a.m. local time will not interfere with this year’s display. I consider this shower the best of the entire year.

According to Earth Sky, the shower takes place near the stars Castor and Pollux in the Gemini constellation, hence the given name “Geminid.”

Bundle up and enjoy nature in motion. You will be amazed.

Known as “The Backyard Astronomer”, Gary Boyle is an astronomy educator and monthly columnist for the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. He is now honoured with renaming of Asteroid (22406) Garyboyle. Follow him on Twitter: @astroeducator or email him at garyboyle@wondersofastronomy.com

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From left to right, Leamington Mennonite Home board of directors chairperson Henry Hildebrandt, townhouse resident owner Paul Warkentin, LMH administrator Linda Tiessen, Nick Marcovecchio of Marcovecchio Construction and Leamington mayor John Paterson conduct a sod turning ceremony at the site of the PickwickOak Townhouse project Thursday, Nov. 30. The nine-unit structure is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2018.

Leamington Mennonite Home music therapist Jim Wiebe and administrator Linda Tiessen listen on along with a crowd of guests as Leamington mayor John Paterson congratulates the staff and residents at LMH upon the sod turning ceremony.

Townhouse construction begins at LMH

By Bryan Jessop The staff, residents, family and friends of the Leamington Mennonite Home gathered to ‘dig’ into an effort to expand services at the local facility.

On Thursday, Nov. 30, a crowd of guests converged upon the site of the Pickwick-Oak Townhouse Development Project for a sod turning ceremony that officially kicked off the construction process for a new nine-unit facility. The event was emceed by LMH administrator Linda Tiessen and included appearances and comments by Leamington mayor John Paterson, LMH board of directors chairperson Henry Hildebrandt and Nick Marcovecchio of Marcovecchio Construction Ltd. in Ruth“Everyone ven. here is very, very Digging for the townhappy that we are house’s foundation began able to complete approximately two weeks this last phase of earlier and if the construcconstruction.” tion process is able to go — Linda Tiessen according to schedule, the LMH’s newest addition will welcome its first 17 residents about a year from now. The project, valued at roughly $3 million, will welcome eight couples and one single resident in November or early December of 2018. Those residents will have access to the same independent living services as other LMH residents at that same level of care. Currently, Leamington Mennonite Home — which first opened its doors in 1965 — houses 320 seniors ranging from long-term care to independent living residents and various levels of service in between.

Planning and pre-construction preparation for the new townhouse began shortly after the land at the corner of Oak and Pickwick was purchased by the LMH about 10 years ago. It has since had all nine units pre-sold.

Those tenants have made occupancy purchase agreements, although the Leamington Mennonite Home will continue to own the property.

“Planning is something being done very carefully so that it meshes with the rest

of our community of care,” explained Tiessen. “Everyone here is very, very happy that we are able to complete this last phase of construction.”

During the groundbreaking ceremony, Paterson congratulated LMH staff, residents and other representatives on the kick off to the project’s construction phase.

“This has been a long time in the planning,” he noted. “I congratulate you and thank you on continuing your evergrowing efforts in expanding your facilities in our municipality as it serves all of our citizens so well.”

The occupants of the new townhouse will have access to independent living services including Meals on Wheels, emergency response, foot care, physician clinics, lab services and other resources. The need for expansion at LMH has been a priority for the past several years, as prospective residents are added to a waiting list before they can be accommodated.

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Skills Ontario event comes to Leamington

By Bryan Jessop Students considering careers based in skilled trades and technology kept their ambitions afloat with a competition that recently made its way south of London for the first time.

Skills Ontario introduced the annual Cardboard Boat Races to Leamington last week, drawing precisely 100 high school students from school boards in Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent and Niagara to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. There, teams of four represented their schools in a challenge where they built vessels of cardboard and duct tape that were put through their paces via a 25-me-

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The gathering of 24 teams included two entries from Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School. The two Cougar quartets were amid the youngest in attendance, as both were made up entirely of Grade 9 students. The secondary school division of the Cardboard Boat Races is open to pupils from Grades 9 to 12 while the elementary school version — not yet available in the Essex-Kent-Lambton region — is available to entries in Grades 7 and 8.

Cardinal Carter was represented by Team 2 — Brayden Bergeron, Shelby Farkas, Laura Kostwinder and Jordan McManus — while Team 14 was made up of cousins Cade and Cameron Lussier as well as Johnathan Raffoul and Jaydon Tannous. The school-based teams came from schools representing the Windsor Essex Catholic District School From left to right, Jaydon Tannous, Cameron Lussier, Cade Board, Greater Essex County District School Board and Lussier and Johnathan Raffoul — all Grade 9 students at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School — work on their entry Niagara District School Board. Four of these schools also for the Skills Ontario Cardboard Boat Races at the Leamington submitted Video Challenge teams — duos that recorded and Kinsmen Recreation Complex Tuesday, Nov. 28. edited the boat construction and competition processes.

The unique Skills Ontario event has taken place yearly for more than 20 years, but until 2017, had never hosted a regional version of the Cardboard Boat Races closer to the Leamington area than London.

Most meets are capable of hosting a maximum of 30 to 38 teams, depending on the host venue’s size.

“First-time locations normally start out slow, but 23 teams right off the bat is great,” explained Skills Ontario local liaison officer Kayla Schurman during the boat construction stage, not- Jordan McManus, Laura Kostwinder and Shelby Farkas — all Grade 9 students along with teammate Brayden Burgeron (not in photo) — apply lengths of duct tape to their entry. ing that a 24th team withdrew from the Leamington-based competition prior to its including Cardinal Carters’, made and tested prototypes in Tuesday, Nov. 28 date. “With new teams at a new location, the days prior to going head-to-head with other participating they’re doing really well for never having seen this event schools. Following the building process and a lunch break, teams brought their creations from the LKRC’s gymnasium before.”

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Teams chose between placing one or two members in secondary school competitions, teams are given two their boats for the 25 metre races, with four entries enter4’ x 8’ sheets of corrugated ing the water simultaneously. Immediately afterwards and cardboard, two rolls of duct at the other end of the pool, teams were given a minute to tape and two hours to cre- keep their vessels afloat with one member on board. Prior to ate their boats. Many teams, construction, each team member was weighed for judges to calculate how many pounds the boats could hold. After the first minute — for boats that had not yet sank — a second teammate entered the finished product to be timed for another 60 seconds. The Lussier-LussierRaffoul-Tannous team kept three of the four members above the surface for the full minute to submit a combined weight of 372 pounds

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— one of the top entries of the day in that category. The same team clocked a race time of 28.5 seconds. The BergeronFarkas-Kostwinder-McManus team registered a weight of 162 pounds and a race time of 31.78 seconds.

Also calculated into the scoring process was the time recorded for the race, construction quality, planning and design, safety and cleanliness, teamwork and team spirit, visual appeal and skilled trade career knowledge. Teachers were allowed to observe from the sidelines, but could not contribute verbally or with “With new assistance in construction.

At the secondary school teams at a new level, Leamington served location, they’re as the host of one of six doing really well regional events, where for never having the top three teams will seen this event advance to the provincial championships in Wabefore.” terloo March 8. The two — Kayla teams from Eden High Schurman School in St. Catharines finished one-two with 98 and 83.25 points out of a possible 100. Team #14 of Cardinal Carter finished third as the event’s most successful Windsor-Essex County entry with an even 70 points, half a point more than one of the two Assumption groups. The Cougars’ #2 team also finished in the top 10 — in eighth place — with 61.5 points.

In the competition’s history of more than two decades, the current elementary school weight record is 1,411 pounds while the race time standard sits at 15.03 seconds. The high school weight record is 1,381 pounds. The latter group’s race record was set a year earlier at 10.73 seconds.

Skills Ontario was established in 1989 to promote education in skilled trades and technologies across the province. Locally, Schurman represents the organization from an office space provided by St. Clair College’s main site in Windsor.

Jordan McManus and Brayden Bergeron of Cardinal Carter use their hands as paddles as they make their way across the pool at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex as part of the Skills Ontario Cardboard Boat Races Tuesday, Nov. 28.

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New pharmacy and wellness centre to offer several services

By Pat Bailey A group of investors in Kingsville believe they have the remedy to help cure the healthcare woes of area residents.

On Wednesday they gathered to cut the grand opening ribbon at the new Main Street Pharmacy and Wellness Centre on Kingsville's Main Street.

Jessica Hanna and husband Lamar are just two of the pharmacists involved in this partnership. The group also includes pharmacist manager Aaron Nixon, and Brad Laporte, Magan Laporte and Mike Vasvoski who all have their Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Jessica said between the partners they have experience in virtually all areas of healthcare, including hospital settings in pediatrics, ICU, oncology, cardiology, etc., ambulatory and community.

She said this allows their customers to take advantage of the wide ranging knowledge this extra training provides.

Jessica said response to their new pharmacy and telemedicine clinic has been amazing. Even more amazing, said the young mother of two, this venture allowed her and her family to return to the place she grew up – the Leamington/ Kingsville area.

She is excited to be offering a full-range of services to local residents such as in-house lab testing.

"With just a prick of the finger," said Jessica, "we can get a patient's diabetic A1c level, cholesterol level and most exciting is the warfarin INR test."

She said this service saves patients a whole lot of time, a little pain and inconvenience, especially for those on blood thinners. Rather than travel to a lab monthly, undergo a painful venous blood draw, wait for results from their doctor and then head to the pharmacy to pick up the proper medicine, Jessica said they offer 'one-stop shopping' of sorts.

At the new Kingsville pharmacy, Jessica said with the poke of a finger they can have their results within minutes, as well as their dose adjustment, receive their new prescription and be out the door within 15 minutes.

"It's such a quick and easy method for patients on blood thinners," said Jessica, "and this also takes a big burden off of many caregivers."

It's a free service for warfarin patients, she said. "It also decreases the amount of drug interactions and errors with blood thinners," she added, "because the pharmacist is so closely involved in your care."

Jessica said she is especially proud that their pharmacy also offers house calls for homebound patients – those recently released from the hospital and those too ill to attend the pharmacy.

"Our pharmacist will go to your home and do a full mediation consult," she said, "complete with medicine cabinet cleanup to get you or your loved one the right track with your medication, free of charge."

She said they offer competitive pricing and offer to waive two dollars off any Ontario Drug Benefit prescription.

Jessica said this is much more than just a typical pharmacy. They carry a vast range of wellness brands and products, including homeopathic and herbal medicines and essential oils. They also carry organic household products, from baby products to cleaning products, as well a foods section.

Jessica said becoming a mom made her even more conscious about what goes into our bodies, so she attended a Canadian Health Food Association trade show and handpicked the products for the wellness centre.

They also have an orthomolecular practitioner, Lisa Matlovich, who will host Skype session consults in the wellness centre. "She is an amazing wellness practitioner who heals the body through nutrition and supplementation," said Jessica. "Think of her as a body overhaul specialist."

Jessica is still hopeful that they will find a doctor to add to their staff and man the clinic. She said they currently have nurse on staff and will continue the difficult search for a doctor.

Locally, Aaron Nixon will act as operating manager. He recently moved to Kingsville and is committed to providing the highest quality of service, said Jessica. He offers extra credentials to his pharmacist resume –he is certified in smoking cessation, immunizations and anti-coagulation management.

Nixon is originally from Belle River and is on the Board of Essex County Pharmacists. He said he is looking forward

Owners of the new Main Street Pharmacy & Wellness Centre in Kingsville gathered on Wednesday, Nov. 29 to celebrate its official opening with a ribbon cutting. Taking part in the festivities were, left to right, Brad Laporte, Magan Laporte, Jessica Hanna, Aaron Nixon, Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos, Mike Vasvoski and Lamar Hanna.

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Santa wants to hear from all the good boys and girls!

The Southpoint Sun & Wheatley Journal will be collecting letters to send to Santa Claus until Friday, December 8th, 2017 Parents can mail or drop letters off to: Southpoint Sun & Wheatley Journal 194 Talbot Street East, Unit 5 Leamington, ON N8H 1M2 We will publish as many letters as possible in our special Christmas section on December 20th, 2017

Drug-impaired driving has been on the rise in Canada since police-reported data became available in 2009 and is a major contributor to fatal road crashes. Young people continue to be the largest group of drivers who die in crashes and test positive for drugs.

On Dec. 5 the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, launched the Government of Canada’s drug-impaired driving public awareness campaign to communicate to Canadians the risks associated with driving under the influence of cannabis and other drugs.

Public awareness efforts will include evidence-based information on the risks of drug-impaired driving. The campaign includes ads in public spaces, on social media, on television and in movie theatres.

According to recent public opinion research, half of youth (50%) aged 16-24 believe that driving while under the influence of cannabis is more socially acceptable than driving under the influence of alcohol. Youth need to know the real facts about driving while impaired by cannabis or

IN MEMORIAM

ANGIE STAMATOPOULOS (FEATHERSTONE) December 2, 2013

ANGIE

other drugs.

In addition to this campaign, the federal government will continue to engage young Canadians on social media and leverage partnerships with other levels of governments and organizations that are working toward the same goal to eliminate drug-impaired driving on Canadian roads.

“Like” the Don’t Drive High Facebook page for more information.

Did you know?: • 22% of youth who have used cannabis said they drove while impaired and most said they did it because they don’t think it’s as dangerous as drunk driving.

• One in three Canadians report that they have ridden in a vehicle operated by a driver who was under the effects of cannabis.

• 28% of Canadians who have used cannabis say they have operated a vehicle while under the influence.

• The percentage of Canadian drivers fatally injured in vehicle crashes who test positive for drugs (40%) now exceeds that of drivers who test positive for alcohol (33.3%).

Call 519-398-9098 to place any of your special announcements or e-mail sun@mnsi.net

MOMMY

The day I lost you, and for a time it felt as though my life had ended.

But loss has taught me many things, and now I face each day with hope and memories to help me on my way.

We still say I Love You, but now there's no reply We always feel your presence As if you never left our side We remember your comforting voice.

MOGENS

And although I am filled with sadness that you are no longer here, Your influence still guides me as I feel you near.

What we share will never die It lives within my heart and through our children bringing strength and comfort while we are apart.

And now not a sound.

Only echoes from the past follow us around.

MAGGIE HANSEN

Although you're always by our side, We can't hold or hug you again.

The reason why God took you we all find hard to understand.

Loving Husband

Love Bailey, Macy, Daria, Niko

Married December 2, 1967 Love and warm wishes from your kids and grandkids

Happy 90 Birthday th

DON NICHOLSON

AND

Happy 90th Birthday • LUC RIBBLE •

December 5, 1927

Luc Ribble graduated from the United States Marine Corps boot camp, Parris Island, South Carolina, on December 1, 2017. Luc will now be attending the School of Infantry in North Carolina.

Stella Wrobel December 7, 1927

Open House Saturday, December 9 Leamington Half Century Club 1 pm to 5 pm ~ Best Wishes Only ~

Ktella moved from Poland to Northern Ontario in 1950,Ê and then to Leamington in 1982. She has 3 sons, 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Happy Birthday with love, Your Family

Luc was promoted to the rank of Private First Class while at boot camp. It is with great pride and honour that we announce this graduation.

Parents Judy and Jerry Ribble and siblings Connor afd Delaney. Congrats Luc - OORAH!

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Bonnie Lamb

Charlotte Link

A resident of Kingsville, Charlotte Link (nee Higginbottom) passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Erie Shores Hospice at the age of 75.

Beloved wife of the late Harold Link (2015). Dear mother of Denise Link-Rahn (Martin) and Matthew Link (Judy). Loving grandmother of Noah, Erik and Luke. Dear sister of Sam Higginbottom (Heather), Gary Higginbottom (Isabel), Ken Higginbottom (Nancy McIntosh) and the late Carolyn Manor. Sister-in-law to Bob Manor (Carole) and the late Colleen Higginbottom.

Charlotte will be missed by several nieces and nephews.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Charlotte’s life was held on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519 326-2631) at 11:00 a.m.

Memorial donations may be made to Erie Shores Hospice.

Friends may share memories and make donations at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

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M E M O R I A M

Bonnie Lou Lamb (Johns), 69 years, passed away peacefully at home in Wheatley on Monday, December 4, 2017.

Beloved wife of Robert.

Loving mother to Robert (Christin) of Wheatley, Lana (Dave) Lewis of Wheatley, Michael (Shaney) of Windsor, and Angie (Steven) Stephenson of Leamington. Cherished Grandma to Candice, Missy, Casandra, Erica, Carly, Jasey, Daryl, Brandon, Abbey, Tori, and Great-Grandma to Jaxon, Noah, Keegan and Aubrie.

Dear sister to Ray Johns of Wheatley, Randy Johns of Wheatley, John (Joanne) Johns of Amherstburg, Melody (Remo) Testani of Leamington, and the late Greg Johns.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from the Wheatley Evangel Tabernacle, 19 Victoria Street, Wheatley. Pastor Dorman Pollett officiating. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Wheatley.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada by contacting the Hammond Funeral Home, Wheatley 519-825-7741.

IN MEMORIAM

Mark Peter Darowski

JOHN CERVINI

November 25, 1966 - December 11, 2013

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of

DEAN W. TIESSEN

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of “TOO TALL”

RON DECALUWE

Death changes everything Time changes nothing...

We still miss the sound of your voice, the stories of your life and just being with you.

Remembering You With Love...

With Love, Your Family

The Windsor Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will perform Handel’s Messiah, a holiday tradition, in Leamington on Saturday, December 9.

Featuring the energy of the WSO and WSO Chorus, led by Associate Conductor Peter Wiebe and Chorus Master Bruce Kotovich, Handel’s Messiah is sure to captivate audiences.

Joining the WSO and WSOC are four extraordinary soloists: Chelsea Van Pelt (Soprano), Meagan Larios (Alto), Karim Sulayman (Tenor) and Clarence Frazer (Bass), who transport listeners with their perfectly blended voices.

The concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. For ticket information go to www.windsorsymphony. com or call 519-973-1238.

February 24, 1944 - December 11, 2010

December 9, 2006

We think of you each day, remembering your unconditional love and your words of encouragement.

Remembering your laughter, your smile and all your great stories.

We miss you more than words could ever say, but you will live forever in our hearts.

WSO to perform Handel’s Messiah in Leamington

4 years have passed since that sad day When one we loved was called away God took him home - it was His will Within our hearts Mark liveth still.

Sadly missed by Mom, Ken & Marisa, Christine & Ron, Karisa, Devin, Dillon

IN MEMORIAM

DEAN TIESSEN October 20, 1967 - December 7, 2013

So time changes nothing.

We miss you as much today as the day you died.

WE JUST MISS YOU. Loved & remembered always Marie, Sherry, Dwayne, Diane & Dylan

IN MEMORIAM

ELENA ZOMPANTI June 13, 1931 - December 2, 2010

October 20, 1967 - December 7, 2013

Four long years have passed.

Missing you is the hardest part as days go by To hear your voice, to see your smile, to hear your laughter Cherished memories never fade.

Sadly missed, never forgotten, forever in our hearts.

Love, Mom & Dad, Jason & Josey, Mykayla & Kassidy

It’s been 7 years since you have been gone.

Missing you always.

Loving you forever.

Jenn, Julianne, Rachelle, Josh and Cian Mom and Ralph Karen and Dennis and family Todd and Joan and family

We think of you always, we talk of you still.

You have never been forgotten, and you never will.

We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain.

We miss you and forever loved, Your family, Nick, Sue, Dan, Sylvie, and Families.

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Community CALENDAR

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, December 6, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App. CHRISTMAS TRIVIA - Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Seacliff Manor, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Put on your Christmas thinking caps and join the fun at the 1st annual Christmas Trivia Contest! Everyone welcome.

WHEATLEY TWO CREEKS ASSOCIATION MEETS Thursday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. at Wheatley Legion. All are welcome.

CHRISTMAS VENDOR EVENT - Saturday, December 9 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Wheatley Baptist Church, 47 Talbot St. E., Wheatley. Approximately 44 vendors.

Proceeds go to 1st Wheatley Scouts and Wheatley Food Bank. Canned donation at door would be appreciated.

THE GIVING SPOON FUNDRAISER hosted by the Soup Guru and Friends, Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Bridge, 310 Sherk St., Leamington (former St. Joseph’s Church). All proceeds support The Bridge, a resource centre for homeless youth and youth in need that provides access to food, showers, laundry, computers, and employment and educational support.

TALBOT TRAIL JR. GOLFERS AND FRIENDS ARE HOLDING A WALK-A-THON Sunday, December 10 at Talbot Trail Golf Course.

Registration 1:30 p.m. Walk 2:00 p.m. Pizza party and picture taking 3:15 p.m. We need walkers and supporters. Donor forms are available at the Clubhouse or visit the following link http://www.sport4ontario.ca/ project-98--talbot-trail-golf-club.html.

CANDLELIGHT VIGIL FOR BEREAVED PARENTS AND FAMILIES - Sunday, December 10, 6:30 p.m. at the Fogolar Furlan Club, 1800 North Service Rd., Windsor. Assemble at Canada Hall, followed by outdoor procession. Reception to follow. Please bring photo of your child for the Memory Table. Presented by CMHA WECB Bereavement Program.

ALZHEIMER SOCIETY SEMINAR - Tuesday, December 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Seacliff Manor, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Are you living with or caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease? All are welcome to attend this information session.

“SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS” GRIEF SHARE PROGRAM - Tuesday, December 12 at 2:00 p.m., Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington. Free program for anyone who is grieving at this time of year.

HERITAGE CHOIR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Saturday, December 16, 7:00 p.m., at Heritage Centre, 31 Pickwick Dr., Leamington. Old and new carols for your enjoyment and to honour God at this time of Advent. Freewill offering for Music Therapy Program at Leamington Mennonite Home.

Enjoy - sing - and give God the glory.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA on Sunday, December 17 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon, upstairs at Wheatley Legion, 27 Erie St. N. Hey kids - don’t forget to bring your Christmas Wish List! Hosted by the Wheatley Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

FOOD & FELLOWSHIP SUPPER - Monday, December 18, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St. welcomes those who are alone or experiencing hardships to come for supper. No charge.

CHRISTMAS DAY DINNER for those who will be alone or who will go without, Monday, December 25 at 12-noon at Church of St. John the Evangelist (Anglican), 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Call 519-326-3111 to register by December 20. There is no cost or obligation. Special invitation to shut-ins: if you are unable to attend, your meal can be delivered in the Leamington, Wheatley and Kingsville area only.

MATHEMATICS TUTORING FOR GR. 6-8 will be held Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in a classroom situation. The class will be led by retired teacher David Kolotylo who specialized in mathematics. No charge. 10 students maximum per class.

Registration required. Individual tutoring available upon request. Students must bring their math notebooks, pens, pencils. For more information call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Deacon Deborah.

JOIN CONNECTIONS EARLY YEARS FAMILY CENTRE FOR ITS 8TH ANNUAL TRIVIA NIGHT on Friday, February 2, 2018 at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 143 (1570 Marentette Ave., Windsor). Enjoy a chicken and pasta dinner, bake sale, 50/50 draw plus chances to win great door and raffle prizes.

Cash bar is available. Tickets are available for $20/person. Includes dinner. Dinner and Trivia will start at 6:00 p.m. Please register online at https://tinyurl.com/connections-trivia-night-2018 or by calling Connections Early Years Family Centre at 519252-9696.

T.O.P.S. - TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY - a support group that meets every Tuesday evening at Faith Everlasting Church, 587 Hwy. 77, Leamington. Weigh In 5:30 p.m.

- 6:45 p.m. Meeting 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

First meeting is free.

CAREER CLOTHING IS AVAILABLE at St. John Anglican Church Angel Cupboard for anyone who requires professional clothing to attend job interviews or for starting a new position. Call 519-326-3111 and leave a message for Charlotte to set up an appointment.

IS ANGER INTERFERING WITH YOUR WORK AND HOME LIFE? Are you struggling with your anger? The CommUnity Partnership is offering a coping with anger group.

This 8-week program is designed to give a better understanding of anger and provide positive coping strategies. Groups will run Wednesdays at Erie Shores HealthCare and are free of charge. More info: Community Partnership 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca RANDY ATKINSON FUND provides money for extras that OHIP doesn’t pay for or to help with unexpected expenses for cancer patients (e.g. hospital parking etc). If you, your group or organization would like to have a speaker explain the fund and its availability in this area, call 519-682-2580.

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP - Learn and share about Lyme disease. Monthly meetings held last Wednesday of every month (except July and August) at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. Meetings resume in September.

Everyone welcome!

FREE RECOVERY PROGRAMS at South Shore Health Centre, 15 John St., Leamington: Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Westover Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Women Only Recovery Support; Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. Guided Meditation Group; Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. SMART; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Recovery Support in Low German and Spanish; Fridays at 6:30 p.m. CA Group.

Individual family and friends education and support to create a recovery plan call 519990-2530 for an appointment.

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.

THE SALVATION ARMY LEAMINGTON CC YOUTH DROP-IN CENTRE open every Tuesdsay, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the church, 88 Setterington St. The centre provides a safe supervised location and use of our computer lab, movies, videogames or table tennis etc. For more info contact us at 519326-4901.

MOODS DISORDER GROUP MEETS the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, 1st Floor. Info: Nancy at 519-9714050 or nrkolah@sympatico.ca SOUTHWEST OUTDOORS CLUB MEETS the second Tuesday of every month (except August) in the upstairs hall of the Wheatley Legion starting at 7:00 p.m.

DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAVE PARKINSON’S? Parkinson’s Support Group meets every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.-12 noon at Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Facilitators: Bob Prince and Laurie Stone. Note: Individuals are encouraged to call 1-888-851-7376 before attending their first meeting.

WHEATLEY HERITAGE SOCIETY IS OPEN TUESDAYS from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For appointments other than normal hours contact Heather Vannieuweneburg at 226-2480382 or e-mail wheatleyheritage@gmail. com.

PLAY ROTARY TV BINGO GAMES - Tuesday nights, live on TVCOGECO from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Support the community and purchase your cards from Adamson Guardian Drugs, Wheatley. Pick up your cards early! Play 5 different games on 3 faces in 1 hour. $3 for 15 ways to win and $2000 in prizes.

VOLUNTEER TUTORS NEEDED. Are you a retired teacher or just enjoy working with youth? The On Track to Success Program is looking for volunteers to support high school students in Leamington with learning. Tutoring sessions are Monday to Thursday after school and in the evenings. Orientation and training provided. For more info contact Liam GIles-Hayes 519-258-0000 ext. 1181 or lgileshayes@weareunited.com VOLUNTEERS ARE NEED FOR BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS Windsor-Essex from the Leamington and Kingsville area. If you believe that you can make a difference in a child’s life and can commit to a minimum of one year, for a few hours a week, check out the website and online orientation at www. bigbrothersbigsisterswe.ca.

ARE YOU AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE’S DRINKING? The Wheatley Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wheatley Friendship Club (north entrance), 171 Erie St. N. DO YOU ENJOY VOLUNTEERING AND MEETING PEOPLE? South Essex Community Council in Leamington is currently looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels Delivery.

If you are interested in volunteering during the morning for about 1 hour per week or as a back-up volunteer, please call Noreen or Susan at SECC - 519-326-8629 ext.381. www.secc.on.ca.

PREGNANCY & RESOURCE CENTRE, 33 Princess St. (Central 33) Suite 212, Leamington, offers free and confidential services provided by registered nurses and trained volunteers. Free pregnancy tests. Call 24/7 for free and confidential support - 519-3260612. Business calls: 519-326-3821.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, Wednesdays from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 for more information.

HELP AN ADULT LEARN ENGLISH - South Essex Community Council is currently looking for tutors for adults learning English.

One afternoon or evening per week. Training/materials provided. Qualification: Fluency in English. Great for high school seniors too! Call 519-326-8629 ext. 381 or email volunteer@secc.on.ca

EARLY LEARNING & PLAY - Bring your children 0-6 years to have fun learning and playing with books, music, creative activities and more! Wheatley Area Public School, 226 Erie St. N., Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED In the Wheatley area for South Essex Community Council’s Friendly Visitors program for seniors and persons with disabilities. Commitment is 1 hour per week. If you are interested in volunteering or know of someone who could benefit from these services, call SECC at 519-326-8629.

WINDSOR-ESSEX COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE, 33 PRINCESS ST. IN LEAMINGTON, IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS who are interested in supporting young children Monday mornings and afternoons, 9:45 a.m. - 12:00 noon or 12:30 - 3:00 p.m..

Contact Volunteer Coordinator Dodie Wilson 519-253-8481 ext. 226.

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

MONDAYS - SENIORS DROP-IN, 1st and last Monday of the month only at 10:30 a.m. at Leamington United Church. Guest speakers, refreshments, games, exercise. It’s free, fun, and wheelchair accessible. All seniors welcome.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS WINDSOR-ESSEX ARE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS from the Leamington area to volunteer in a group mentoring setting called On Track to Success which takes place from September to June. Info at www.bigbrothersbigsisterswe. ca/ or call 519-945-5232 ext. 23 to speak with Rose Culmone, Director of Programs.

To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: journal@mnsi.net or sun@mnsi.net or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 24 SEACLIFF DR. E #100, LEAMINGTON • 519-326-9339

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Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Be vigilant during holiday season

As shoppers rush home with their treasures, thieves prey.

Police are reminding citizens to be extra vigilant during holiday season as one of the busiest shopping times of the year is now upon us.

Everyone, including would-be-thieves, knows that shopping centres and stores will be packed over the next few weeks with busy shoppers purchasing gifts. An absent minded shopper is a perfect target for a thief looking for a quick and vulnerable target.

Take the target off your back by following these crime proofing techniques: • Never carry or display large amounts of cash when checking out or at ATMs. • Never leave a purse or wallet unattended in a shopping cart or change room.

• Never leave purchased items unattended at any time.

• Keep purchased goods in a locked vehicle trunk and out-of-sight.

• Always check and double-check to make sure your vehicle is locked.

• Park in well-lit portions of parking areas with highvolume foot traffic.

• If leaving your home unattended, always lock and secure doors and windows.

• Leave a few lights on at home to give a lived-in look.

• If you go away for the holidays, have a friend or neighbour clear your driveway so it looks like someone is home.

• If possible, have a neighbour park their vehicle in your driveway so it looks like someone is there.

• Report ANY suspicious activity/persons to police immediately!

Don’t let a thief turn your festive season into a horrible memory. Crime Prevention works best when we all work at it together!

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East Mersea Students Recognized East Mersea Public School students were recognized for being organized in their work, learning situations and daily habits at the school’s monthly assembly held Thursday, December 1.

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Red Sun Farms makes PROFIT 500 list

Red Sun Farms, Kingsville is proud to announce that it is a member of the PROFIT 500 list for 2017.

PROFIT 500 is a ranking of Canada’s fastest-growing companies by five-year revenue growth. It profiles the country’s most successful growth companies through joint venture between Canada’s premier business and current affairs media brands.

“It is never easy to earn a spot on the PROFIT 500, but this year’s applicant pool was the most competitive yet. This year’s winners demonstrate the resilience, innovation and sheer management smarts it takes to build a thriving business today. Canada—and the world—needs more entrepreneurial success stories like these.” Deborah Aarts, PROFIT 500 program manager .

“Red Sun Farms being included on this list is a testament to our team and their hard work and dedication to our customers. This exemplifies the benefit of our vertically integrated business model, which controls every aspect of our product from seed selection to delivery, and provides our customers a consistent high quality product whether it originated from Mexico, United States, or Canada,” stated Jim DiMenna, President Red Sun Farms About Red Sun Farms Red Sun Farms is proud to be the largest vertically integrated North American Greenhouse grower, ensuring control over every step of the supply chain. Red Sun Farms owns greenhouses in Mexico, USA and Canada. Quality is maintained throughout seed selection, propagation, growing, harvesting, packaging and the transportation to their partner’s stores. When you buy from Red Sun Farms, you are buying direct from the grower.

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

From a ’60 Pontiac to a ’66 Impala

Tony Dama of Leamington was 18 in 1963 when he bought his first car, a 1960 Pontiac 4-door sedan for $1,500 from Red Brown’s used car lot on Erie Street North. It was maroon with a white top and had a 283 V8 with Powerglide.

Two years later he traded in the Pontiac at Essex Farmers Ford dealership for a much more exciting new 1965 Ford Galaxie and drove it home. His dad asked: “Where’s the Pontiac?” When Tony told his dad what he had done, his dad marched Tony back to the dealership the next day to return the Galaxie and get the Pontiac back.

The Pontiac was in Tony’s father’s name to save on insurance and the dealer failed to notice his father’s name on the ownership. Worse still, the Essex Farmers dealer had already sold the Pontiac!

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Why is this a major achievement? It’s an accolade given to just 30 Canadian employers and it’s based on staff feedback and detailed research by experts who know how to measure a top-quality company. Put simply, it’s an objective assessment that Libro, southwestern Ontario’s largest credit union, is one of the best places to work in the country.

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FUN CENTRE NOW OPEN! The Rotary Clubs of Essex County held several major fundraisers over the last four years in an effort to meet their $50,000 commitment to Erie Shores Hospice. On Nov. 18 they presented a cheque at a Biker Party celebration at the Roma Club. From left to right are: Bill Pook (Rotary Harrow), Alycia Bento (Erie Shores Health Foundation rep), Tony Ross (Rotary Amherstburg), Lloyd Kerr (Rotary Essex), District Governor Rick Caron (Rotary Windsor 1918), Renee Iacobelli (Rotary Leamington) and Julie Ricci (Rotary Essex).

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Major fundraisers over the last four years included the delicious Rotary FishFry, Trivia Nights and various cooking events to name a few. The Rotary FishFry in association with the Hogs for Hospice weekend has been a great contributor to the fundraising success.

Many of the Hogs for Hospice committee members attended the dinner event as well.

Thanks to everyone who supported the Area 9 Rotary Clubs to help meet their goal and support area communities who use the Hospice Facility for family, friends and loved ones.

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Students enjoyed listening to popular music that delivered clear messages about choosing kindness. At the finale, the entire student population formed a dance train to show their support of the Respect Revolution’s presentation.

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The Cougars’ Jordan Gualtieri puts a fake on Riverside goalie Nick Dozois to tap a goal into the left side of his net during the second period.

Joe Alfano of the Cougars takes on Riverside’s Alex White and Jack Bulmer in a battle for the puck along the boards in the Rebels’ zone during a Tier II WECSSAA boys hockey game at Highbury Canco Arena Thursday, Nov. 30. The game — Cardinal Carter’s first in boys hockey in three years — ended in a 7-3 score favouring the Cougars.

Cougars return to WECSSAA boys hockey

By Bryan Jessop For the first time in three years, Cardinal Carter is icing a boys hockey team.

It didn’t take long to make its presence known.

The Cougars played their first WECSSAA game since the 2014-15 season at Highbury Canco Arena Thursday, Nov. 30, where they marked their return with a convincing 7-3 victory over the visiting Riverside Rebels. Scoring started when Luke Tatomir backhanded the puck from the crease into Nick “We’re mostly Dozois’s net after a Rebels defenseman lost control of the (Grade) 9s and 10s, disc in his skates. Assists were credited to Dylan Taylor and so we hope to have Jed Boisvert. this team around The second and final goal of the opening period was scored for a

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Some stereotypes are worse than others. As a teenager (and well into my 20s) I had hair that went well beyond the midway point of my back and as expected, it drew a lot of suspicion that I was a drug addict — regardless of the fact that I’ve never consumed/used an illicit narcotic at any point in my life. My affection for hard rock and heavy metal music didn’t help the situation one little bit.

Another stereotype that’s more harmless than most surrounds successful/professional athletes. It’s often just a given that they’re all as dumb as a bag of hammers. I was recently reminded of this particular condition with a Leamington’s Luca Coppola’s most recent bout pitted him Facebook post/link that listed the Top 15 Dumbest Athlete against Justin Marques of Mexico in Amherstburg Saturday, Nov. 18. In what Coppola’s coach Doug Patterson described Quotes. Yeah, some were pretty bad and downright painful as a challenging fight against a tough opponent, Coppola to read. Some, I suspect were either tongue in cheek comearned a victory against Marques. The match served as an ments (a la Terry Bradshaw’s “I may be dumb, but I’m not opportunity for the Leamington fighter to prepare for the Ontario Golden Gloves, to take place Thursday, Dec. 7 to stupid”) that were misinterpreted or were simply taken out Saturday, Dec. 9 in Toronto. Coppola trains in Kingsville and of context. with Fighting Island Boxing Club.

(Submitted photo) After a visit to Paris, Michael Jordan was once quoted as saying “I enjoyed the Luge.” If any average Joe or Jane were to say something like that, it’d be passed off as a simple slip of the tongue (Jordan most likely meant the “Louvre”), and rightly so. A pro athlete says it and he’s a moron.

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Speaking of losing money, many of the biggest bonehead moves in sport are not made by the athletes themselves.

Nevermind those errant passes that land right on the tape of an opponent’s stick. Forget about delivering a fastball to a batter who’s notorious for sending them into orbit. Pay no attention to pass interference calls against a defensive back who’s covering a receiver being targeted with a pass that would go over a giraffe’s head.

Yes, admittedly, I’m picking on the Arizona Coyotes again (the GOJHL’s Buffalo Regals are still basement dwellers, but they’re a LOT better than last year so it wouldn’t seem right to keep poking fun at them). Amid all the unrealistic dreams of having the taxpayer front the bill for a new arena, it seems the ‘Yotes ownership has even dumber plans in mind, at least as far as on-ice operations of the team are concerned. By now, it’s no secret that the team is the worst of the league’s 31 products — even the Montreal Canadiens are better (and hey, they’re on a four-game winning streak as I type these words!). Their biggest problem is defense.

Again, as I pound away at this column, they’ve allowed a staggering 101 goals against after 28 games. The second worst is Pittsburgh with 90, although they’re at least clinging to a wildcard spot.

How would most teams respond to such a situation? From what I’ve very recently heard, Arizona may address the situation by cutting loose its best defenseman (Oliver EkmanLarsson). Now I’m no big league general manager or director of hockey operations, but in my mind, it’d probably make more sense to take measures that IMPROVE things on the blue line.

It comes as little surprise that the Coyotes may be parting ways with OEL as a means of tending to their financial woes. Okay, I’m no business juggernaut or mathlete, but I’ve seen this same mistake in the professional world a thousand times — with the bean counters calling the shots, expenses are hacked and slashed at (there’s a fitting description for a hockey team, no?) to the point where the product/ team suffers in a big way.

So much so in fact that that customers/fans en masse get fed up and stop investing in it to the point where the company/team loses more money in revenue than it saves in expenditures.

Oops.

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Atom Blue ties Kingsville

The Southpoint Capitals Atom Blue squad hosted Kingsville Red early Saturday morning and the game proved to be a thriller.

Kingsville opened the scoring early in the first and after a number of really good scoring chances the home team finally broke through late in the period on a goal from Mason Dault. Assisting was Hayden Epplett and Ethan Barnewall.

The second period was all Southpoint. The Caps took the lead after defensemen Travis Dupuis and James Sonoski did some nice work getting the puck out of the defensive zone to Nathan Omar who did the rest, beating a tough Kingsville goalie with a nifty deke. Sonoski drew the assist.

The Caps played a strong defensive game in the third led by Aaron Stein who was forced to move back to defense where he more than held his own. Charbel Tannous was very strong on the puck from the forward position, helping to keep Kingsville at bay.

However, a broken play led to an odd-man rush and the tying Kingsville goal with one minute left in the game.

Southpoint rallied back with Omar and Barnewall getting a couple of quality chances in the final 10 seconds but the game ended in a 2-2 tie. Nicolas Beaudoin was once again strong in goal for the Caps.

Cougars return to WECSSAA boys hockey (Continued from page 21) alone during a power play to shelf a wrist shot into the top left corner after taking a feed from Taylor during an offensive rush. Gualtieri earned the second assist.

Another minute-and-a-half later, Taouil notched his first of the season by reaching across the crease to backhand the puck into the left side past backup Rebels netminder Nicholas Manzon. Butera and Joe Alfano drew assists. Riverside got one back during another four on four, as Mathhew Madej backhanded a shot under the crossbar during a twoon-one rush.

The scoring ended 20 seconds later when Alfano snapped a shot past a downed Rebel goalie while the Cougars were shorthanded.

“We didn’t really know what to expect, so it was nice to get some goals,” said Cougars head coach Ryan Coristine, a vice principal at Cardinal Carter who played University hockey with the Windsor Lancers. “We’re mostly (Grade) 9s and 10s, so we hope to have this team around for a few years.”

Coristine is coaching the Cougars along with Ted Wigfield, who led the team behind the bench prior to its WECSSAA hiatus in 2015-16 and 2016-17. The new coach noted that Tier II’s no-contact rule will take some getting used to, as both the Cougars and Rebels took three minor penalties for body checking.

“It’s making it more of a skills game,” Coristine said. “It’s good for the kids who play local league and forces travel kids to use their skills.”

The Cardinal Carter roster includes only two players — Alfano and Butera — who represented the team during the 2014-15 season. Last year, the school iced a junior team for a tournament in Belle River where it captured the championship. This year’s team was a late entry in the WECSSAA Tier II division and is still in the process of scheduling the second half of its regular season.

The Cougars’ next two games will be at home Wednesday, Dec. 13 and Thursday, Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. against Lajeunesse and Herman, respectively.

Flamingo bowling scores

The following are the Flamingo Restaurant bowling leagues scores for Nov. 20.

Games Over 200: John Fittler 202, Ernie Purr 225, Gary Garnham 203, Aaron Dickau 266-267, Dan Dalimonte 201201-214, Kelly Bruner 214-204, Al Bison 209, Jack Valade 204, Tys Schaafsma 219, Kevin Kosempel 202, Heinz Kosempel 202, Eric Zimmer 248-214.

Series Over 550: John Fittler 559, Aaron Dickau 726, Mauro Paglione 561, Dan Dalimonte 616, Jack Valade 590, Tys Schaafsma 583, Heinz Kosempel 578, Eric Zimmer 641.

High Handicap Games: Ernie Purr 295, Aaron Dickau 290, John Fittler 283.

High Handicap Series: John Fittler 802, Aaron Dickau 795, Henry Trynka 769.

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Aaron Dickau rolled a 726 series – that’s high for the year so far.

Southpoint’s Max Yousef takes a face-off while linemates Carson Koehler and Chase Simpson look on.

Atom Selects face Ravens

The Soutpoint Atom Select squad took on the Essex Ravens Thursday night, Nov. 30.

The Caps got off to a slow start, giving up a pair of early first period goals to go down 2-0.

After a brief chat at the bench to begin the second, the team regrouped with Nathan Omar converting a Max Youssef pass. Cole Gossman also drew an assist. The Caps tied it shortly after on a goal by Mason Dault, assisted by Owen Pimentel and Dylan Marchand.

Essex scored the next two, but once again the Caps rallied midway through the third on goals by Charbel Tannous and Carson Koehler. Assists were drawn by Hayden Epplett, James Sonoski, Chase Simpson and Brandon Butler.

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Channel this energy into a project you have been hoping to complete.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, controlled chaos is the source of your inspiration this week. Ruffle a few feathers, but make sure you do so in a productive and effective way.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Your poker face is on this week, Taurus. Keep things close to the vest as you have a surprise to announce and don’t want to spill the beans prematurely.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, the solution to a problem you have had for awhile will come to you this week. This immediately makes you more comfy allows you to focus on recreation.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 You can’t seem to sit still this week, Gemini. Get outdoors and take a hike or engage in another form of physical activity. Enjoy getting outside for some fun and fresh air.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Assignments at work take precedence this week, Capricorn. Do your best to navigate your way through a lengthy to-do list. Don’t let distractions get in your way.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, a drastic shift in direction at work can catch you off guard at first, especially since you’ve been comfortable. But this challenge can provide greater opportunities.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, living in your imagination helps you drum up creative ideas, but this week you have to periodically reconnect with reality. Shift the focus to work or family.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Impatience will not serve you well this week, Leo. There is no room for shortcuts, so buckle down and devote yourself to the tasks at hand, even if they take a while.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 A partnership might hit a rough patch this week, Virgo. But it isn’t anything serious. Commit to working things out and you will have benefitted from this experience.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, an unexpected turn of events spices things up in the coming days. Enjoy this change of pace but do your best to stay grounded throughout the tumult.

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PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 The road to satisfaction can’t be found on a GPS device, Pisces.

You have to do some soul-searching and figure out what you want.

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Golden Years golf report

Forty-two Golden Years golfers delivered 70 aces on Nov. 30 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.

Setting the pace with 4 each were Gary Honey, Bill Mayville, Andy Orsini and Art Sweet. Three dropped for Jim Allan, Al Christie, Cathy Dewhurst, Tom Hyatt, Bill Ward and Bryon Walker. Dropping 2 each were Mary Binder, Mike Binder, Dorothy Cascadden, Ron Fick, Gail Johnston, Eva Kah, Betty McManus, Moe Scratch, Rose Taylor, Bill Taylor and Bill Ward. Chipping in with 1 apiece were Pete Daudlin, Tom Dewhurst, Barbara Fick, Loraine Fox, Vicky Harris, Lloyd Honey, Bob McWilliam, Tony Norman, Bob Patchett, Faith Reidy, Al Rutter, Barry Sweet, Gail Turk, Doug Vickery, Ernie Vandenberg and Gerrit Vriesen.

Low score over 9 holes went to Bill Mayville with a strong 15, followed closely by Gary Honey with 16.

Carding 17 were Tom Hyatt, Art Sweet (2), Bill Mayville, Bryon Walker and Andy Orsini. Rounding out the scoring with 18 each were Bob Patchett, Pete Daudlin, Eva Kah (2), Bill Ward (2), Mary Binder, Gary Honey, Bryon Walker, Dorothy Cascadden and Andy Orsini.

Andy Orsini delivered 35 over 18 holes with Gary Honey, Tom Hyatt and Bill Mayville recording 36. Bill Ward, Bryon Walker, Art Sweet and Bill Mayville each notched 37. Thirty-eight went to Lloyd Honey, Bill Taylor, Mary Binder, Eva Kah, Bill Ward, Gary Honey, Bryon Walker and Art Sweet.

An excellent score of 73 over 36 holes was delivered

by Bill Mayville, followed by Gary Honey with 74. Bill Ward, Bryon Walker and Art Sweet each carded 75, Tom Hyatt 76, and 77 by Lloyd Honey, Eva Kah and Andy Orsini. Bill Taylor contributed a 78.

First place with a total score of 230 was won by Team Jacks (Bryon Walker, Art Sweet, Cathy Dewhurst). Second place, with 234, was shared between Team 6 (Gail Johnston, Tom Hyatt, Bill Ward) and Team 14 (Bill Mayville, Andy Orsini, Gerrit Vriesen). Third place was nailed down by Team 4 (Mary Binder, Pete Daudlin, Ron Fick) with 241.

Next golf date is December 7 at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. The league’s annual Christmas Breakfast will be held at Colasanti’s beginning at 9:00 a.m. on December 14, which will also be the last golf date for this year. The golf schedule will resume on January 11, 2018.

Kinsmen Stars lose, tie

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Atom Grey loses close one to Essex

The Southpoint Leamington Kinsmen Intermediate Stars travelled to Forest Glade on Friday evening to take on the Windsor Wildcats. The Lady Stars had several players missing for this contest, but they played their hearts out against the league’s top team.

The Wildcats scored a goal in each period, while the Stars crew scored their only goal of the game in the third period. Kayla Collison scored the lone Stars goal while Adrian Gualtieri scored the Stars only assist of the game. This game ended with a 3-1 Stars loss.

On Sunday evening the Stars welcomed the Lakeshore Lightning to Wheatley Arena. This was an evenly matched hard fought battle.

Lakeshore took several penalties that the Stars could not capitalize on.

Lakeshore carried a 1-0 lead until late in the third period as Abby Gualtieri and Amber Tazzman battled hard on the forecheck before Amber Tazzman deposited the puck in the back of the net to tie this game 1-1.

Abby Gualtieri notched the big assist.

Alyee Church played a very strong game between the pipes as she made numerous key saves throughout this exciting game.

On Sat. Nov. 25 the Southpoint Capitals McDonalds Atom Grey hosted the Essex Ravens Blue. The Capitals put forth a resilient effort during this quick-paced game but couldn’t manage to earn the win.

Early in the first period the Ravens were able to get the puck past Capitals’ net minder Jozef Zieba.

In the second period the Capitals pressed when Max Youseff put Capitals on the board, streaking up the left wing and wiring a hard wrist shot in the upper right-hand corner of the net, beating the Ravens net minder.

The game remained tied 1-1 well into the third period until the Ravens found the back of the Capitals net, winning the game at 2-1.

Southpoint’s Rowen Arthurs defends the blue line.

(Submitted photo)

Highbury girls lose, win

The Southpoint Intermediate Highbury Canco Stars played two games on the weekend.

The first was against Chatham. Although the play was even, a couple of defensive errors earned Chatham two goals. Southpoint lost 2-0.

The second game was a league game against Essex Orange. Southpoint started out a bit sloppy and Essex scored the opening goal early in the first. After this, things turned around and the Stars started to put pressure on and fore-checked well.

Southpoint scored 20 seconds after Essex. Connie Wiebe moved up over the blueline and sent the puck to Kathryn Ciacelli, who sent it low into the corner. On the second goal, Southpoint’s Kelsey Almasi sent the puck to her defensive partner Connie. Connie shot the puck and Chase Cabral tipped it up and over the goalie.

The same three got the next goal. It was Kelsey to Connie and Chase put in the rebound.

The fourth goal for Southpoint started with Shelby Hunter moving the puck to Jada Schiefer. Jada maneuvered around a defender and then fired the puck in.

The fifth goal saw Meghan Mercer get the puck to Jada. Jada stick-handled into the Essex end and passed the puck to Raine Schiefer. Raine shot and Jada put in the rebound.

The final goal of the game occurred when Cassie Bluhm sent the puck into the slot and Connie put it away.

The final score was 6-1 for Highbury Canco.

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Leamington Half Century Centre, Nov. 27: North/ South - 1st Shirley Plant and Jeanne Manners, 2nd Marilyn Robbins and Joyce Moran, 3rd Nancy Murphy and Ross Mackintosh. East/West - 1st Jim Perkes and Roger Cote, 2nd Roy Trowell and Ron Martin, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Al Morrison.

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Kingsville Bridge Club, Nov. 29: 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Bob Lee, 2nd Derek Parry and Ron Martin, 3rd Joyce and Sandy Gammie, 4th Bill Chaplin and Chris Brennan. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m.

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Lions nip Mustangs in boys hockey

By Bryan Jessop

Despite having a roster peppered with new faces, the LDSS boys’ hockey team continues to run as an efficient engine in the early stages of 2017-18, backed most recently by two ‘Cams’.

The Lions brought their record to 2-0-0 with a 4-3 win over the visiting Mustangs Wednesday, Nov. 29, maintaining first place in the WECSSAA Tier II division while putting the first mark under Massey’s “L” column in the standings. A week earlier, Leamington won by the same score against the Riverside Rebels.

“Today we capitalized on a lot of our chances,” said LDSS veteran goalie Matt Ciliska. “There were a lot of hard battles, but nobody gave up. Our defense made some smart plays and good breakout passes.”

The Mustangs opened the scoring just prior to the first period’s halfway mark when Ty Moss shoved the puck into the lower left corner between Ciliska’s skate and the post. Leamington “The replied to tie the match at 1-1 about two-and-a-half minutes later after captain Mason Gow connected chemistry is with Cam Impens on a lengthy forward pass to send getting better — his teammate off on a breakaway. Massey Goalie the more we play Nolan Baker managed to get a piece of the wrist together, the shot, but couldn’t stop the puck from arcing into the mesh after it struck his left arm. better we’ll get.”

Henry Zhang brought the Mustangs back into a — Mason Gow one-goal lead with just over four minutes remaining in the first with a low shot to beat Ciliska.

The Lions’ Cam Symons set the pace offensively for the following two periods, scoring three of the four last goals. For the only tally of the second frame, he split the Massey defense to approach Baker alone, sending a wrist shot into the top right corner from the doorstep.

Baker’s glove heated up for the remainder of the game, flashing the trapper several times to snag Leamington shots from knee height and higher. In response, the Lions’ attackers went ice level, starting with a power play tally by Symons early in the third. Grabbing hold of a rebound off a Owen Lindsay blast from the point and tucking the disc into the lower left corner.

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The Lions’ Cam Impens looks on as his breakaway shot strikes the arm of Massey goalie Nolan Baker and arcs its way into the net for the first goal of a WECSSAA Tier II boys hockey game at Highbury Canco Arena Wednesday, Nov. 29. Leamington went on to win 4-3 for an early-season record of 2-0-0.

course of more than eight minutes before Symons potted the winner.

Approaching the net from its left side on a diagonal path, he waited until reaching the crease before sending an ice level shot into the right side as the clock ticked down to 1:12.

The Mustangs pulled their goalie for the extra forward shortly afterwards, but to no avail.

“We picked up the pace quite a bit in the second half of the game,” explained Gow. “We want to try to keep scoring. The chemistry is getting better — the more we play together, the better we’ll get.”

The biggest adjustment the Lions have had to adjust to this season is playing in a no-contact division.

Lions goalie Matt Ciliska is congratulated by teammates followTwo of the home team’s six minor ing a 4-3 win against the Massey Mustangs. penalties were for body checking.

“No checking is definitely hard to get used to,” said Gow. “It makes a huge difference.”

“The change gives opportunities for skilled players who aren’t as contact-minded to do a little more,” added coach Tony Nurse. “It makes for a wide open game at times.”

The Lions embarked upon their first road game Monday, Dec. 4 against Lajeunesse. Results were not available by press deadline. They’ll return home Wednesday, Dec. 6 for a 3 p.m. start against the Herman Green Griffins.

By Bryan Jessop For the second year in a row, the Leamington District Secondary School senior boys volleyball team has done their community proud at the provincial level.

The Lions earned a trip to this year’s Ontario Federation of Secondary Athletic Associations tournament with a SWOSSAA win against Lambton Central earlier last month and despite stiff competition, made significant impacts on heavily-favoured opposition. This year’s OFSAA 2A senior boys volleyball championships were hosted by Brockville, where LDSS was ranked 19th of the 20 entries from across the province.

Regardless, Leamington “They did better qualified for the tournathan I thought they ment’s consolation playoff would. I’m really round, where they advanced proud of these guys to the final. There, they were defeated 3-1 by Saugeen for stepping up.”

District High School, win— Joe Youssef ning the first set 25-21 before dropping the next three 25-18, 25-19 and 25-14.

Saugeen and Leamington were both placed in Pool B for round robin preliminary play, where the Port Elgin-based team defeated the Lions 25-17 and 25-18.

The Lions started the tournament against the third-ranked Eden High School of St. Catharines — a volleyball powerhouse that captured OFSAA gold in 2015 and each year from 2006 to 2013. Eden went on to claim silver this year after losing in the final to Stratford Central. The pool’s strongest team

won both sets against LDSS, in scores of 25-15 and 25-20.

“It was a tough pool, but that’s what happens,” said LDSS coach Joe Youssef. “I wouldn’t want to be on the seeding committee. They knew our scores, but being so far away, they didn’t really know our team or our school.”

The Lions started Day 2 — Friday, Nov. 24 — by sweeping 14th-ranked COSSA champion Adam Scott in scores of 25-9 and 25-20. Leamington then lost 2-1 to eighth-ranked College Catholique Franco West of the Ottawa region, dropping the first set 25-12 and winning the second 25-13 before losing the tiebreaker 15-10.

The Leamington District Secondary School senior boys volleyball team competed in this By finishing fourth of the five teams, year’s 2A OFSAA tournament in Brockville. There, they advanced to the consolation final, LDSS was pitted against 11th-ranked where they were defeated in four sets by Saugeen.

(Submited photo) Sir Winston Churchill CVI of Pool A for the consolation quarterfinals. The Lions fell 25-14 in the first set, but rebounded to take the next teams were obviously stronger than us, but whenever we had a chance, we won. We overachieved — to go back for a second three 25-22, 25-22 and 25-8.

Next up, in the consolation semis, LDSS faced 13th-ranked consecutive OFSAA tournament is impressive. We had a lot Birchmount Park Collegiate Institute. The Lions again won of positive comments from other coaches and teams about our 3-1, taking the first two sets 25-22 and 25-22 before losing the sportsmanship and how well we played.”

For next season, the Lions’ Jeremiah Wiebe, Anthony Fehr, third 25-19. Leamington won the fourth 25-14.

Upon the tournament’s completion, Leamington’s ranking Sean Leng and Andrew Botham are among starters eligible to return. Second string players including Mitchell Dierckens advanced to 10th.

“They did better than I thought they would,” said Youssef. and Brady Malott could also be back for the 2018 roster.

“We should be okay next year,” Youssef added.

“I’m really proud of these guys for stepping up. Some of these

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Omstead Oldtimers Honoured The Wheatley Omstead Hockey Team paid tribute to three of their outstanding performers over the years at the Oldtimers Dance held on Saturday evening.

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TD Bank officially opened The Toronto Dominion Bank opened its 983rd branch when the ribbon was cut at the new Wheatley branch on Erie St. South. The ribbon was cut on Thursday afternoon, December 15th by Guido A. Marini (left) Vice President and General Manager of the Ontario Southwest Division, Deputy Reeve Larry McDonald, Reeve Alfred Whaley and the Branch Manager Tony Campbell. Previous to the ribbon cutting, Mr. Marini expressed the great pleasure he and the staff felt in being a part of the official opening of the 142nd branch in the southwest division and were looking forward to serving Wheatley and the surrounding area.

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Therese Lapain makes a save for the Cougars against Tecumseh Vista Academy during her team’s WECSSAA Tier II girls hockey season and home opener at Unico Arena Monday, Nov. 27.

Cardinal Carter won 3-0.

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Cougars start girls hockey with win, tie

By Bryan Jessop Having a shorter, less experienced bench than its accustomed to hasn’t done much harm to the Cardinal Carter girls hockey team in the early stages of 2017-18.

The team opened the new WECSSAA Tier II season with a 3-0 home ice win over the Tecumseh Vista Academy Vortex Monday, Nov. 27 at Unico Arena. The shutout was earned by first-time goaltender Therese Lapain, who represented the team in previous seasons on defense.

After a scoreless first period, veteran forward Bryanna Rodrigues buried a power play shot past TVA goalie Jordan Nyhoff after being set up by Chloe Mastronardi just beyond the second’s midway mark. Fellow veteran and 2016-17 team top scorer Gioia DiCiocco potted the first insurance tally with just under two minutes remaining, assisted by Alessia Quenneville.

Paige Thompson wrapped up the scoring with about five-and-a-half minutes remaining in the third after being set up by DiCiocco. Both teams played the game with one goalie and 11 skaters.

Cardinal Carter’s first of three consecutive road games pitted them against the Lajeunesse Royals Wednesday, Nov. 29 at Central Park Athletics in Windsor. The teams settled for a 2-2 deadlock. DiCiocco scored the first goal for the Cougars as Abby DiLaudo — who was unable to attend the season opener against TVA — earned the second tally. Anicea Saliba and Victoria Dupuis scored for Lajeunesse, the division’s only 1A entry.

The Cougars will visit the Kingsville Cavaliers Wednesday, Dec. 6 and the Essex Red Raiders one day later — both at 3 p.m. start times — before returning to Uncio Monday, Dec. 11 for a 3 p.m. opening faceoff against the St. Jospeh’s Lasers.

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Flyers fit to be tied 2017-2018

By Bryan Jessop

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Lucas Mastroianni of the Stars tries to race past Flyers de defenseman Andrew Thoms during the second period of a Thursday, Nov. 30 match at Highbury Canco Arena. The teams battled to a 4-4 tie.

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Colton O’Brien of the Flyers begins carrying the puck out of his team’s zone while the Stars’ Kevin Hu gives chase during the second period.

(Sun photo)

The Flyers’ Zach Guilbeault fires a shot at Anthony Hurtubise’s net with Ryan Bangs close behind during the third period.

(Sun photo)

Western Conference Standings as of December 4, 2017 Team London St. Thomas Leamington LaSalle Sarnia Chatham Strathroy Komoka St. Marys

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W 20 17 16 16 15 12 7 6 6

L 6 9 7 9 9 12 19 18 18

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OL 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 2

Pts. 41 36 36 34 33 25 16 16 15

home and away series spanning The pacifistic nature of the game came to an six days between the Flyers and Stars abrupt halt about two minutes later, when 14 penwrapped up in Leamington Thursday alties and misconducts were called on eight differnight, with Leamington forced to settle for a 4-4 ent players ranging from roughing to inciting, fightdraw. ing and head contact. Leamington killed off what The Flyers surrendered a two-goal lead in the worked out to a two minute Stars power play, but third period to allow overtime, where 10 scoreless took another minor late in regulation that proved minutes led to their second stalemate of the sea- more costly. With 1:05 to play and on the power son. play, St. Thomas pulled Hurtubise for a six on four The first period was played on an even keel be- that ended with the tying goal scored as the clock tween the two teams, with a back and forth pace ticked down to 0.8 seconds. During a scramble that didn’t allow either side to dominate. The Flyers in front of the Flyers’ net, Jake Robinson sent the were by far the superior side at making the most of puck into the right side of the goal to force extra their chances however, as Anthony Hurtubise was minutes. beat three times while Connor Meyerink Both teams played a cautious five kept the Stars’ side of the scoresheet minutes of four on four, with Leamempty. About eight-and-a-half minutes “It was a fast ington establishing an uneventful 1-0 into the game, Josh Pope-Ferguson shots on goal advantage. The folpaced game where executed a perfect re-direct on a Madlowing five minutes of three-on-three both teams have of- proved far more intense, as Hurtubise dux Rychel pass while stationed directfense that likes to get was forced to make a number of point ly in front of the goal, sending the puck in quick and defense blank and sprawling saves — several through a small gap in the St. Thomas that likes to get out during the Flyers’ only power play of goalie’s armour. Blake Johnson earned the second helper. the night. quick.”

Forty-three seconds later, Jake NimLeamington outshot their guests - Josh mo made it 2-0 by beating Hurtubise 37-34 and went zero for one on the Pope-Ferguson with a laser of a wrist shot from inside power play compared to the Stars’ the faceoff circle to the left of the visitone for three. ing squad’s goal. Zach Guilbeault drew “We got caught shorthanded, we the only assist. Both teams spent some time in the lost a few players (to misconducts), our defense opposition’s defensive zone for the remainder of the was tired and then the puck comes out and it’s penalty-free period. Rychel and Johnson cashed in tied,” explained Flyers head coach Tony Piroski. on a two-on-two rush, with Johnson sending the “We’ve got to do better in the third period. With a puck across the crease for his linemate to snap into two-goal lead we had no sense of urgency until the the empty right side of the Stars’ goal. Pope-Fer- game was tied. We should be playing with urgency guson added the second assist on Rychel’s sixth no matter what the score is.” of the season, buried with 41 seconds remaining.

“It was a fast paced game where both teams Leamington outshot St. Thomas 12-9 by the 20 have offense that likes to get in quick and defense minute mark. that likes to get out quick,” noted Josh Pope-FerAlthough the first period was all white, red and guson after his one goal, one assist performance. black on the scoring front, the second took on a “That was one we definitely wanted to win. We largely different ‘Hu’, as one of the Stars’ most ef- don’t like giving up a point like that, especially in fective forwards made it a one goal game before the last minute. From here, we just have to have a the 14 minute mark. Kevin Hu took a quick forward good-paced practice to get an edge on Strathroy.” pass from near the Leamington blue line for a short With the weekend off, the Flyers’ next game will breakaway, sending a wrist shot past a sprawling be at home Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7:10 p.m. against Meyerink to put his team on the board. Soaring in the Rockets. The game will serve as the team’s anfrom near the point some seven minutes later, Hu nual Teddy Bear Toss, where spectators will be enstruck again with a wrist shot that found the top couraged to bring stuffed toys, toques, mitts and right corner. scarves to throw onto the ice immediately after the The Flyers got one back three minutes and 20 first Leamington goal. The donations will go toseconds later during a rush into the St. Thomas de- wards Leamington Toys For Tots. fensive zone. From the right side of the net, Cody Schneider delivered a low wrist shot into the far, left side of the goal. Dylan Weston and Preston Corp Rest of the West set up the successful Schneider shot during the On Wednesday, Nov. 29, the LaSalle Vipers held rush. on for a 5-4 win over the Komoka Kings while the The middle stanza, also played without a penal- London Nationals defeated the Sarnia Legionnaires ty, was also an evenly-matched affair between the 5-3. On Thursday, Sarnia handed a 6-4 loss to the second and third place teams, although the Flyers Chatham Maroons. Friday’s only Western game registered a shots advantage of 12-8. ended in a 4-2 scoring favouring the Vipers over the Leamington cooled off at both ends in the third, St. Mary’s Lincolns, followed by Saturday results where they were outshot 14-4. Peter Fleming that included an 8-1 win for London against Kobrought the Stars to within a goal for the second moka and a 2-1 victory for LaSalle against Strathtime just beyond the four-minute mark, reach- roy. On Sunday, Chatham claimed a 3-1 win over ing ahead from behind and to the left of the home Strathroy while St. Thomas came out on top 6-2 team’s net to tap the puck past Meyerink and over versus St. Marys. the line.