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Municipality initiating Secondary Plan Study The Municipality of Leamington is initiating an Employment and Residential Lands Secondary Plan Study to determine the planning policies and direction for future development in four subject areas as identified in the Official Plan.

See Subject Areas map at this link: www.leamington.ca/ secondaryplan The study will determine policies for land use, transportation and servicing within these subject areas.

Recommendations regarding the intensification of these areas will be proposed that are consistent with the Official Plan update, while requiring future development to be compatible with nearby established neighborhoods and existing development areas.

The purpose of the Secondary Plan is to develop a community vision that provides a framework for sustainable growth in Leamington.

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A Harley Davidson drag bike owned and raced by Hogs For Hospice committee member Dave Hodare was part of the Hogs For Hospice display at this year’s Toronto International Motorcycle Show Friday, Jan. 5 to Sunday, Jan. 7. The day before the show began, the committee announced that Cheap Trick and Randy Houser would be headliners for this year’s Hogs For Hospice weekend on Friday and Saturday evenings, respectively.

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By Bryan Jessop It’s no “trick” — a group of rock n’ roll legends and one of the most successful names in country music will perform in Leamington for the third annual Hogs For Hospice weekend.

The HFH board of directors announced Thursday, Jan. 4 that headliners for the three-day, 2018 fundraiser for Erie Shores Hospice will be Cheap Trick on Friday, Aug. 3 and Randy Houser for Saturday, Aug. 4. Ticket prices will be identical for both shows, to be held at the new Seacliff Park Amphitheatre. Advanced tickets for general ‘lawn’ admission on the hill are now selling at $25 each while ‘pit’ tickets for seating on the main concrete level in front of the stage are $50 apiece.

As of this week, tickets became available at CIBC Leamington (69 Erie St. South), Speedprint (45 Industrial Rd.) and Jose’s Bar and Grill (215 Talbot St. West). Tickets for both shows can also be acquired online at www.hogsforhospice.com/concert_tickets.php.

General admission tickets at the gates — if they are still available — will be sold at $30 each. The main level pit area at the Seacliff Park Amphitheatre can seat up to 1,000 concert-goers — who’ll have access to a separate bar and restroom area — while the lawn area on the hill can accommodate at least another 4,000. Hogs For Hospice board of direc-

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tors spokesperson Joe Oswald explained that if demand is sufficient, the lawn area could allow another 2,000 fans for a combined maximum capacity of 7,000.

“Cheap Trick is really excited about what we’re doing,” said Oswald, who noted that the Illinois-based band launched its most recent tour in the summer of last year.

“They love the cause, they love what we’re doing and said ‘great, we’re in!’”

Preparation for the third annual Hogs For Hospice began about two weeks after last year’s three-day community event came to a close. Rock acts including Styx and Whitesnake were among those also considered for this year, but an enthusiastic response from Cheap Trick played a role in landing the 2016 Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductees as the Friday evening performers. The Friday rock act will be preceded by one local opening performer while the Saturday night country attraction will follow live sets from two local acts.

Cheap Trick was formed in Rockford, Ill. in the mid 1970s and released a self-titled debut album in 1977. In the 40 years that followed, the band released 20 albums and has performed more than 5,000 shows. Commercial success was achieved partly through songs including “I Want You To Want Me,” “Dream Police,” “Surrender” and “The (Continued on Page 13)

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Alzheimer’s and dementia information session

Supporting someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be challenging, and at times, confusing. South Essex Community Council is hosting an information session, “Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia: Answering Your Questions” on Thursday, January 25 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the SECC office, 215 Talbot St. E. in Leamington.

This presentation will give a brief overview of dementia and offers participants an opportunity to ask questions.

The presenter is Rosemary Fiss, Manager of Support and Education Programs, Alzheimer Society Windsor-Essex County.

All are welcome to attend this free information session. Refreshments will be provided.

Please register with Katja Wuerch at SECC by Wednesday, January 24 at kwuerch@secc. on.ca or 519-326-8629.

Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with the assistance of Windsor Police Service and Peel Regional Police Service, have arrested suspects involved in an early morning robbery December 27 at a convenience store on Seacliff Drive, Kingsville, when three masked suspects entered the business brandishing weapons and confronted the clerk, demanding cash. The clerk was not injured during the robbery and the suspects fled with a minimal amount of cash and tobacco products.

The OPP’s Major Crime Unit arrested three young persons as identified by the Youth Criminal Justice Act, including one 17-year-old male and two 15-year-old males.

All three youths will be charged with robbery under the Criminal Code of Canada.

The OPP would like to thank the public for information provided which assisted in the identification of these suspects.

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By Pat Bailey

Local NDPs choose new candidate Chatham-Kent Leamington New Democrats made a change at their Nomination Meeting held in Tilbury on Saturday, January 6, choosing Jordan McGrail as their NDP candidate in the next Provincial Election, scheduled to be held on June 7.

McGrail, who is employed at St. Clair College’s Thames Campus, is in her mid 30s. She was selected over the previous candidate, Dan Gelinas.

“Dan did an excellent job in the last election and came a very close second, but clearly the membership felt it was time for a change,” said John Willatt, President of the Association McGrail has led the local chapter of the We Own It campaign, which has highlighted the need to resist further privatization of government services.

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Talon Terrence Van Roie has continued a tradition of sorts in the Van Roie family.

At just 7lbs. 1/4 oz., Talon arrived a few days early on January 1st, catching his parents Neil and Stacy a little off guard but also helping them kick off 2018 with a bang.

With a scheduled caesarean section on January 3, Stacy said Talon had his own idea. She went into labour ahead of his scheduled due date on January 1 and an emergency C-section was performed. He arrived just six minutes before midnight to make his arrival extra special – he now shares his birthday with his aunt, Marlene Shelswell.

Not only her birthday though, he also shares the title of Erie Shores HealthCare’s new year’s baby like his aunt did 58 years earlier, in 1960.

Stacy, unaware of the family tradition in the works, knew he was born on Marlene’s birthday but was unaware of the title that the two of them now shared.

It was Neil who broke the news to her when they learned Talon, too, held the title as New Year’s baby.

When he placed the call to his aunt, he said she was “super pumped”.

“She pretty much dropped everything and came right to the hospital to see him,” he laughed.

And she didn’t come empty-handed. She brought a special blanket for her new nephew she already shared so much with.

Marlene wasn’t the only one excited to meet the new addition. Big brother Brody was also anxious to meet his new sibling.

“He’s pretty cute,” said the five-year-old, who attends Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Public School.

While Talon’s arrival was exciting enough in itself, the Van Roie’s said earning the title of New Year’s baby just added to the excitement.

Going in for surgery, Stacy didn’t even really consider that Talon would be the first baby of 2018. It wasn’t until after he arrived that she learned the exciting news.

In addition to bringing home a beautiful baby, she said the hospital also presented her with a wonderful gift basket complete with clothes, diapers and gift cards to mark the occasion.

While the gift was nice, Neil said there was just one thing a little more important.

“I was just excited we have a healthy son,” he said, grinning from ear-to-ear.

And for Stacy, her hospital care was also important. She said the treatment she got in the hospital was unbelievable. Despite being extremely busy, Stacy said her care was second to none.

She said she can’t thank the nurses and doctors enough for her treatment while in the local hospital.

“The nurses were just fantastic,” she said.

While the start of 2018 was extra special, Stacy promises they will ring in 2019 with a party – one to celebrate the first birthday of Talon, and of course, Aunt Marlene.

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Ready for spring yet?

“January jolly and February bold, two young brothers from the north land cold.”

There’s a song I haven’t heard since Grade 3 at Gore Hill back in 1969. Those lyrics come back to me every time I think about the cold weather in January.

But it’s fitting, considering the cold snap we’ve endured since Christmas.

Of course it’s not the first Arctic snap we’ve had recently.

The winter of 2014 was a bad one in these parts.

On January 27 of that year, I began a 16-month Mark Ribble stint as a distribution manager for the Windsor Star. My area went from Puce all the way west to Lauzon Road in Windsor, north to Riverside Drive and south to County Rd. 42.

I didn’t know what to expect as I awoke at 4 a.m. on that first day.

I jumped in with both feet, anxious to take on a challenge in a segment of the newspaper business I had never done before.

That day we were hit by a nasty winter storm. Several of the newspaper carriers, most of whom I hadn’t yet met or talked to, called me to bail on their routes. Debbie and I were out in that storm delivering papers for about 12 hours, sometimes wading through three foot drifts.

Exhausted and cold, I wondered aloud if I’d made the right decision. As my manager had said later, it was the worst possible day to start that job. Just my luck.

That winter will go down in my mind as the worst we’ve had in recent memory, simply because I was out in it six days a week, early in the morning, before the plows got through.

The temperatures dipped into the negative numbers almost every day until the end of February, when they finally perked up a bit.

I got in great shape that year. My leg muscles were at an all-time best and for the first time in a long time, I felt like I could keep up at hockey without losing my legs.

The weather certainly can wreak havoc on your plans and if you have an outside job, it’s even worse.

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And they say global warming has taken over.

I remember the winter of about 1970 and a snowstorm crippled the area. My future brother-in-law at the time, Zig Mazgaj, was making his way down to our place at Point Pelee to visit my sister.

He drove a white VW Beetle and got stuck in the storm along Point Pelee Drive, where he abandoned his bug and walked to a phone to call our place. Someone from our place went and picked him up.

Well the car got buried and then hit by a snowplow along the drive. I remember watching them dig it out and saw the interior packed with snow.

We had a few days off school from that storm.

The big one came in February of 1978, when the huge blizzard came up through the Ohio Valley and paralyzed southern Ontario for days. My mother got stranded out on the 1st Concession when her car got stuck on the road. She had been doing homecare for Joe Gulliver and his wife, who was terminally ill. She didn’t get far when she got stranded.

She stayed the night with a local couple out there who came out and rescued her.

Of course as a teenager, I was thinking ‘snow day’ and not much more than that. Funny how our outlook changes as we get older and actually have responsibilities.

Now as an adult well past my shovelling prime, I despise these snowy days and curse the sub-zero temperatures.

The fact is, at my age, there’s nothing jolly about January at all.

Abandoned resolutions, extra Christmas weight and all those holiday bills make it unjolly every year.

February isn’t much jollier (is that a word?).

March comes and with it, I’m another year older (and deeper in debt, according to Tennessee Ernie Ford).

So that’s what we can look forward to. We are actually closer to spring than we think we are and eventually, the robins will arrive and spring rains will soak the sidewalks.

Yes, there are sidewalks out there somewhere.

Just wait and see.

Spiritual but not religious: is this you?

Hello to all. I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas and that 2018 will be all you are hoping it to be.

This is my first monthly column in the Southpoint Sun. I am hoping that this column will develop into an interactive column, where you can respond to my thoughts and opinions with yours. A column that can develop into a platform for the community to express their points of view regarding some of the issues that I may raise month by month.

My name is Rev. Paul Rodey and I have been a minister in the United Church of Canada since about 1994. I was also involved in a camping ministry for many years prior to Ordination. Prior to ministry, I was a retail store designer for Canadian Tire as well as a General Manager in Saint John, New Brunswick. I have also been involved in the Radio and Television industry following graduation in 1975 from Ryerson University.

So, here we are a week or so into a new year. If you are anything like me, you just can’t understand how quickly life passes by. My mother once told me that the older you get the quicker it goes, and I absolutely can agree that it definitely seems that way.

Life changes quickly, whether you are raising children or watching grandchildren growing up before your eyes. Just this week my church’s Mission and Service statement landed on my desk, and again I realize that things in the church are sliding in the wrong direction.

I have pondered the growth of the church or lack thereof for many years. I have a library of at least three dozen books and I search the Internet weekly looking for solutions to declining membership. It’s frustrating for all involved, both those in the pews and those who are lead-

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ing worship and programming. Our church buildings are aging and the amount of money needed to keep them up is astonishing, but you yourselves know how much it costs to maintain your own homes too. Was it really 10 years ago that we replaced the bedroom carpet?

From my research it seems that there is definitely a segment of our community population that hasn’t found religion to be a priority in their lives. We have almost two generations of what I like to call “un-churched individuals”. The people that most churches are in search of are the ones commonly known as the “SBNR’s” – the spiritual but not religious. Many of these young Rev. Paul Rodey adults are spiritual but have absolutely no interest in becoming part of a worshipping community. I have heard it said that “we have enough politics in our lives without joining a church.”

In the meantime churches are trying various ways, offering various programs, in an attempt to attract this missing generation from our worshipping communities. After witnessing a number of attempts, I am becoming convinced that we have to get back to the basics, but at the same time be constantly reaching out to share the love and grace that God represents in our lives.

What do you think?

Paul can be reached through email revpaulrodey@gmail.com.

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Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Van Kesteren not seeking re-election in 2019

“As it says in Ecclesiastes 3:1, ‘There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens,’ and after 14 years of public office, it shall be time for a new season.”

With that, Mr. Dave Van Kesteren, Member of Parliament for Chatham-Kent Leamington, announced on Friday, January 5 that he will not be seeking re-election in the 2019 federal election.

“I have 36 great reasons to not seek re-election now, with our 37th grandchild coming in a few months,” said Van KesDave Van Kesteren announced teren.

In addition to praising his constituents, Van Kesteren Jan. 5 that he will not be seeking re-election as Member thanked his wife and family for their many years of support of Parliament for ChathamKent – Leamington in the 2019 and encouragement.

“The public does not see the hundreds of nights away, or the federal election. many demands public life makes on maintaining some semblance of normal family life. I am so blessed that she agreed to share this journey with me,” said Van Kesteren.

With over a third of a billion dollars of federal funding to the riding, important projects such as the Leamington Waste Water Treatment Plant, upgraded facilities for both Ridgetown and St. Clair colleges, local Conservation Authorities, manufacturing business expansions, CK Women’s Shelter, new bio-energy research, Point Pelee National Park, Mary Webb Centre in Highgate and tomato research were some of the initiatives that were realized.

“I intend to continue to work fulltime, non-stop on behalf of the people who have put their trust in me,” said Van Kesteren. “It is an honour to represent the hardworking people of this riding, and I will always appreciate the confidence they put in me.”

Van Kesteren by the numbers – 12 years of service to Chatham-Kent – Leamington: • 5,420 - the number of meetings in the Constituency and Ottawa.

• 1 - the number of votes missed for non-Parliamentary duties (son in critical condition).

• 1/3 billion - the number of federal dollars brought into the constituency.

• 36 - the number of grandkids Van Kesteren currently has.

• 72 - the number of Passport Clinics held.

• 9,079 - the number of passport applications that were checked and mailed for constituents.

• 101 - the number of coffee and tea events Mr. Van Kesteren attended.

• 2,405 - the number of votes in the House of Commons.

• 1,440 - the number of Question Periods attended.

• 1,872 - the number of community events attended.

• 99.6 - the percentage of votes Van Kesteren was present for when not away on other government business.

• 530,000 - the number of kilometres driven to and from Ottawa.

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Point Pelee Park will be closed Jan. 12-26 for deer cull

Point Pelee National Park will be closed to visitors January 12 to January 26, 2018.

During this time, Parks Canada and Caldwell First Nation will be conducting a deer population reduction in the park as part of a multi-year plan to restore ecosystems at Point Pelee National Park.

In managing national parks, Parks Canada has a responsibility to maintain or restore ecological integrity. Hyper-abundant white-tailed deer are a serious threat to forest and savannah ecosystems at Point Pelee National Park. Through over-browsing, the deer in the park are threatening the health of the Carolinian forest which is home to many species at risk such as the red-headed woodpecker and red mulberry trees. Heavy browsing by deer is also jeopardizing park efforts to restore the Lake Erie Sandspit Savannah, a globally rare ecosystem that supports 25% of the species at risk in the park.

A press release from Point Pelee National Park states that based on over 30 years of research and monitoring, a healthy balanced ecosystem at the Park would ideally support 24 to 32 deer. The annual deer count took place at Point Pelee in early December. This year’s deer population estimate is 103 individuals, up from 84 last December. The mild winter of 2016/2017, an abundance of leafy canopy to eat and, most importantly, a lack of natural predators such as wolves and bears has allowed the population of white-tailed deer in the park to grow to three to four times higher than what the park’s ecosystem can sustain.

The deer population reduction is only one of a number of ongoing projects at Point Pelee National Park to restore these fragile ecosystems, including planting native Carolinian species and removing invasive plant species. Throughout Canada, protected areas like Point Pelee National Park have an important role to play in helping to mitigate the impacts of climate change by protecting and restoring healthy, resilient ecosystems and contributing to the recovery of species at risk.

Visitors are asked to contact Point Pelee National Park for more information at pelee. info@pc.gc.ca or 519-322-2365. For up-to-date information on park closures, visit the Parks Canada’s website at www.pc.gc.ca/pelee

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ANSWERS ON PAGE 20

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 It is time to take a relationship to a new level, Aries. You are confident you know just the way to accomplish this. Enjoy the excitement that comes with this new beginning.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, many things are on your plate, but you don’t feel overwhelmed at all. In fact, you’re ready to lend a helping hand to anyone who needs one.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Recreation is the name of the game this week, Gemini. Coming off of a busy period, you are anxious to put your feet up for a few days. Book that vacation right now.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Use your intuition in regard to others’ feelings this week, Cancer.

Give someone who needs it a little leeway, and your thoughtfulness will be appreciated.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, if you think change will do you some good, then it is time to make it happen. Embrace the excitment that comes with making changes.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Thanks to a spark of creativity, your plans may change this week, Virgo. Grab someone who is up for an unexpected adventure to join the journey.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a financial windfall has given you some extra spending money. While you may want to splurge, the practical side of you knows some saving is in order.

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SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, some things may be beyond your control this week, and that is okay. The measure of success will be how well you can adapt to the changes ahead.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Home improvements may be in your future, Sagittarius. Projects could be just what the doctor ordered to chase away any feelings of cabin fever that may develop.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, although the digital age has taken over, this week you might be ready to unplug for a while. Stock up on some books that can fuel your imagination.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Lend an ear to someone who has to get a few things off of his or her chest, Aquarius. You do not have to offer solutions. Just being there will be assistance enough.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Don’t leave any stone unturned when seeking a solution this week, Pisces. The least expected avenue may be the right one.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JANUARY 7 Jeremy Renner, Actor (47) JANUARY 8 R. Kelly, Singer (51) JANUARY 9 Dave Matthews, Singer (51) JANUARY 10 George Foreman, Athlete (69) JANUARY 11 Amanda Peet, Actress (46) JANUARY 12 Zayn Malik, Singer (25) JANUARY 13 Liam Hemsworth, Actor (28)

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Happenings Four of the social service agencies housed at 33 Princess Street.

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South Essex Fabricating/Nature Fresh (Peter Quiring and Dave Hildebrandt) L.D.S.S. students, teachers, and support staff for their support through the annual can drive, and assistance in packing the baskets. Special thank you again this year to the teacher co-ordinator, Dan Braun U.M.E.I.(students who assisted in packing the baskets) Southpoint Publishing Inc. Sir Winston Churchill I.O.D.E. Real Canadian Superstore (Rollie Provost, Todd Stevenson, Craig Matte, Linda Colasanti and others ) Leamington Flyers (represented by Abe Fehr, Harold Konrad, Kenny Styles, Nathan Skulley, Andrew Thoms, Blake Johnson) Scott Brothers Orchards Plant Products Inc. (Chris Stickles, Andrew McCormick, Kevin Wass ) Prism Farms (Vic Tiessen) Pier-C Produce Weil's Food Processing Sun-Brite Foods Inc. Bonduelle (Tecumseh) Hicks, MacPherson, Iatonna, Driedger (HMID Accounts LLP) Simpsons Orchards George Whaley & Sons. Ltd. Greg Dries Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Jessie Brouwer (organization of deliveries) Alex Walling, Maxine Hartley, Pat Chambers, Elizabeth Manley (intake stage ) All prior volunteers who assisted again in 2017 All new volunteers in 2017 All prior delivery persons who assisted again in 2017 All new volunteer delivery persons in 2017 McDonalds Peter & Terri L. Epp Lucille Torode/William Torode Joye Walling/Graydon Walling Beatrice Robinson Avril Grant Vivian Edmondson Marilyn Butcher/Jordan Butcher Howard & Zora Huy Peter H. & Marie Epp Thomas J. Dick Farms Inc. Dennis & Brigitte Staudt Dr. Cynthia Armstrong/ Dr. Randy Armstrong Bartel Machine & Welding Inc. 2010615 Ontario Inc. o/a Spraytec

1635652 Ontario Limited o/a Wave Direct Telecommunications Henry & Elizabeth Hildebrandt Marlene & Ronald Wilkins Ruth Ann Pettapiece Mary Jane Barnet F.M. Nassif Ltd. Patricia Simpson Tri-B Acres Inc. Erie Sand & Gravel Langeman Manufacturing Sue Omstead Albert & Patricia Chambers James Taylor Fishery In Memory of Claude & Doris Penfold Ronald Regehr Peachland Rebekah Lodge No. 45 Peter C. & Hilde Sawatzky Lionel & Elsie Aasen Anonymous Cash - Donors- Cash Boxes Highbury Canco Presteve Foods Carolyn Campbell Martin & Suzanne Tiessen Evelyn Miller George Hildebrandt Charles & Carol Ives Ronald & Lila MacVicar George & Rebecca Collier Gerald Land Johan & Margaret Redecop Stephen & Susan O'Hara Gregory & Sheila Gare Norman & Shelley Marentette Kevin & Kimberley Bunda Marlene Akins Guy & Alice Totaro Glenda Mills Barbara Mills George Reynolds 1287755 Ontario Inc. o/a Pinnacle Acres Leamington Chrysler Kapital Produce Ltd. Harold & Helen Rempel Reid Funeral Home Ltd. A. Gabriele Home Improvements Ltd. Leamington Chevrolet Buick GMC Inc. Leamington Pool Service Ltd. 1700746 Ontario Limited o/a Sun Parlor Motel Larry Renaud Ford & RV Sales Johnston Net & Twine Inc. MCM Acres Ltd. Grossi Physiotherapy Professional Corporation Albuna Farms Inc. DiCiocco Farms Eastside Inc.

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Diane Cudney

Diane Louise Cudney, 68 years, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2017. A private celebration of her life took place on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 amongst her closest family.

Diane was born July 14, 1949 and lived in Blenheim, ON, where she worked at Mallory Industries the majority of her working years. She later moved to Leamington, ON, where she shared her life and home with her partner Gary.

Diane was always a sweet, quiet supporter and devoted Mother and Grams, who loved the simplest of things. She enjoyed her time in the garden, on the beach, under the palm trees and spending it with family.

This wonderful lady was taken too soon and will be missed by many. Diane is predeceased by her grandfather and grandmother, Samuel and Helena Dawson. She is survived by and will always be remembered by her mother Joy Cudney; her partner Gary Cherneski; daughters Cherie Green and husband Jason, Amie Millen and husband Ray; grandchildren Rachel, Julia and Natalie Green, Alex and Nickolas Millen; great-granddaughters Makayla and Makenzie Millen; brother Gary Cudney and Janice, sister Marilyn Hagell and their families.

Friends and family wishing to remember Diane are kindly asked to consider donations to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society.

Arrangements entrusted to Simple Choice Cremation Centre (519-254-2585).

Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.simplechoicecremation.ca

Cecile Anne Edwards

Cecile Anne Edwards (nee Dupuis) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at the Leamington Mennonite Home on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the age of 81.

Cecile was born in Windsor and was the eldest daughter of the late Gilbert and Dorothy (Lalonde) Dupuis. Forever loved and adored by her husband of 64 years, William (Bill) Edwards of Wheatley. Beloved mother of Brian (Gail), Timothy (Daphne), Jeffrey, Gilbert (Jan) and Suzanne, and dear motherin-law of Christine. Devoted and cherished Grandma of Jesse, Kristy, Gregory, Jordan, Shane, Ali, Mac, Kenny, Meghan and Dane. Dear sister of Jerome (1991), Alphonse (1959), Gilberte (Ron 2016), Arnel (Janet), Bernard (1977), Annette (Gord), Butch (Norma), Dorothy (2006), Claudette (Randy) and Marty (Gail). Will be missed dearly by many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Cecile was an excellent cook and skilled in a variety of arts and crafts. She will be fondly remembered for her caring and nurturing nature.

Special thanks to the staff at the Leamington Mennonite Home, and for the expert care and compassion given to Cecile while in the Palliative Care Unit.

Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair St., Chatham, on Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 12-1 p.m. with a Memorial Service following.

Donations in memory of Cecile to Leamington Mennonite Home would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

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Michael Martin

Michael Wayne Martin, 39 years, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 1, 2018.

Loving father of Bailey Debergh and Logan Graham. Dear son of Bonnie and Wayne Martin, and grandson of Eleanor Martin and the late Gilbert (1997), and the late Betty Sovie (2000). Dear brother of Tennille Martin, Tammy Ashley (Chuck), Terry Wretham. Dear uncle of Juniper, Azuryn, Tati, Dylan, Jaimmie-Leigh and Darren. Michael will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and his dog Taylor.

Michael loved duck hunting and stock car racing.

With respect for Michael’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Ducks Unlimited or Essex County Humane Society.

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

Thomas Pinch

Thomas George Pinch, 77 years, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington.

Special friend to Lynn Freker of Leamington and predeceased by two wives. Dear father of the late Joe (2017), Dennis of Wheatley, Ken and his wife Terry of Wallaceburg, Patti and her husband Wayne Sample of Wheatley, Denise Josiah of St. Thomas, and Mike of North Bay. Loving grandpa to 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by a sister, Gwen Pinch (2002).

Tom was a commercial fisherman in Wheatley, Port Stanley and Erieau for many years. He truly had a love for horses.

Honouring Tom’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association by contacting the Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741).

Online condolences may be shared at hammondfuneralhome.ca

Raymond Post

Raymond George Henry Post, 66 years, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017 at Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette Campus.

Predeceased by his wife Nancy Brennan (2005). Survived by a wife Sharon Post and their children Heather and her husband Len Struyk, Ron and his wife Karen, and Cherilyn and her husband Kurt Wachhaus. Special grandpa to Tyler, Angela, Marissa, Cierra, Peyton, Gracie, and great-grandpa to Troy. Dear brother to Sharon Springman, Bonnie and husband Bob Major, and Ken and wife Sharon. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visiting was held at the Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741) on Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 12:00 noon. Ken Post officiated.

Cremation followed.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Ada Truskey

Ada Truskey (nee Wiper), 93 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Erie Shores HealthCare.

Beloved wife of the late Gerald Truskey (2007).

Predeceased by her parents Thomas Wiper and Ethel (Reid), siblings Arnold Wiper (Dorothy), Eva Wilkinson (Clare), Everett Wiper (Virgie), Lorne Wiper (Ada). Cherished aunt, great-aunt and greatgreat-aunt to many nieces and nephews. Ada will also be missed by her many friends at the Leamington Half Century Club.

Visitation was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington.

Funeral Service celebrating Ada’s life was held from the funeral home on Monday, January 8, 2018. Rev. Liz Chaplin officiated. Interment Erie Memorial Gardens, Leamington.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Kidney Foundation or charity of your choice.

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

Iona Setterington November 16, 1924 – January 1, 2018 Iona Dorine Setterington (nee Hunt) passed away peacefully on Monday, January 1, 2018. She was 93.

Loving mother to Doug (Lynda) of St. Catharines and Janet Bilke of Walkerton. Grandmother to Brent of St. Catharines, Amber-Lyn (Tyler) Sitland of St. Thomas, Ricke Thompson of Nashville, Tennessee, Christian (Kelly) of Dallas, Texas, and a great-grandmother of six. Iona will be fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews.

Iona is predeceased by her husband William Coultis “W.C.” Setterington and son-in-law Joachim “Joe” Bilke.

Iona came to Walkerton in 1961 from Midland. Her husband, Bill (W.C.), had been teaching the Sciences and was head of the Phys. Ed. Department at Midland Penetang District High School. He was hired to come to Walkerton as the first principal of the new and expanded Walkerton District Secondary School.

She became quite involved in the community and was particularly supportive of St. Paul’s United Church.

Iona also was one of a considerable force involved in the development of Brucelea Haven as it is known and recognized today. As a haven for people with conditions like hers, it was quite a different Brucelea Haven in which her husband had died some 26 years earlier.

Iona was a resident of Brucelea Haven for almost 12 years and she loved her room and all the staff. She reaped the benefits of all her hard work in making a better longterm care facility and she leaves Brucelea Haven, and her high praise of it, as her legacy to the community.

There will be a memorial service celebrating Iona’s life at Cameron Funeral Home, Walkerton, which will be announced at a later date.

Memorial donations to Brucelea Haven may be made through the Cameron Funeral Home as expressions of sympathy.

To view Iona’s Book of Memories, please visit www.cameronfuneralhomes.com

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Audrey Shanks

Audrey Eleanor Shanks (Hodgson), 89 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Tilbury Manor.

Beloved wife of 57 years to the late William “Bill” (2007). Loving mother to Diane and her husband Bob Bell of Oakville, Neil and his wife Elaine Tremblay of Wheatley, and Jim and his wife Denise of Wheatley.

Special Grandma to Stephen (Julie) Bell, Karin (Jon) Couban, Amy Bell (Jeff Overholt), Erin Shanks (Derik Hyatt), Marshall Shanks (Cassie Gurleu), Andrew Shanks, Eric Shanks (Ben Grit), Meghan Shanks (Tyler Mundell), and cherished great-grandmother of 6.

Survived by sisters-in-law Elaine Shanks (Bob 2017), Grace Pirie (Ross) and Mary Jane Farquharson (Reg).

Aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Audrey always spoke with pride about her career with the Royal Bank in Wheatley. She then moved on to become a proud and supportive farm wife and mother.

The Talbot Street Church community was a major focus of both Audrey’s and Bill’s lives. Audrey had many passions during her life – a devoted farm wife and mother, sewing, quilting, cake decorating, cooking and baking.

Audrey’s walnut chiffon cake was the winner at the 1979 International Plowing Match competition in Kent County. The grandchildren are very appreciative of the time and skill Grandma stitched into each of their quilts.

They have enjoyed many special times with Grandma and Grandpa. Audrey’s smile is sure to be missed.

Visitation was at Talbot Street United Church on Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with funeral service at 2 p.m. at the church. Pastor Eric Skillings officiated. Interment Shanks Cemetery.

The family wishes to sincerely thank the staff at Tilbury Manor for their compassionate care.

The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Talbot Street United Church by contacting the Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741).

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Shirley Posliff

Shirley Posliff (nee Gilhooley), passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the age of 82 years.

Beloved wife of 62 years to Donald Posliff. Loving mother of Edward (Laurie) and Colleen (Wray). Adored grandmother of Alexa Posliff, Travis (Aimie) Wice, Shawna (Craig) O’Connell and Kurtis DeBoer. Dear greatgrandmother of Travis (T.J.) Wice and Maya O’Connell. She will be missed by friends and relatives in Canada, Australia and Scotland.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Gow and all of the staff on 3 East at the Sun Parlor Home in Leamington.

Cremation has taken place and a service will be held for the family at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Alzheimer Society by contacting the Hammond Funeral Home, 17 Little Street South, Wheatley (519-825-7741). www.hammondfuneralhome.ca

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John Burnett

John Alexander (Jake) Burnett of Wheatley, Ontario, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5th, 2018 at the Chatham Hospital at the age of 92.

Jake will be missed by his wife of 70 years, Alverna, his sons Sandy (Brooke), David (Susan), Paul (Carolyn), Tim and James (Sheena), his grandchildren Catherine, Davida, Tamara, Hailey, Bree, Christen, Karen, Tracy, Andrew, Heather, Allison, Alexander and Christine, and his great-grandchildren Cody, Christian, Liam, James, Janelle, Bryony, Ainsley and Aiden.

Born in Toronto, Jake joined the Navy at the age of 17. One of Canada’s WWII veterans, Jake served as a gunner with the Defensively Equipped Merchant Ships (DEMS). After the war, Jake served his apprenticeship at The Globe & Mail. As a pressman he worked at the Toronto Star, Toronto Telegram, Ottawa Journal, Ottawa Citizen, and The Windsor Star.

The funeral will be held on Friday, January 12, 2018 at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament in Wheatley, Ontario.

Visitation is at 12 p.m. and Mass is at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a charity of your choice.

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Fundraiser Gala Presented by Friends of The Bank Theatre to complete The Starlight Stage project in memory of Frederick W. Omstead. Saturday, February 3rd beginning at 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Entertainment 8:00 p.m.

Dancing 9:00 p.m. Tickets $100 - Tables of 8 and 10 available. Tax Receipt $65. Silent auction & door prize.

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Dale’s Friday Coffee House February 23, March 23, April 27, May 25. Offsite Knox Hall - Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington.

RENOVATIONS

During renovations at The Bank Theatre upcoming events will be held at offsite locations. Visit our website for updates. www.banktheatre.com

THE BANK THEATRE MATCHING FUND CAMPAIGN

The Municipality of Leamington will match dollar for dollar, all private and corporate donations within a 6 month deadline. Naming rights, individual and corporate giving options and information is available on our website. A canvassing campaign by The Bank Theatre volunteers has begun. To learn more visit our sponsorship pages at www. banktheatre.com

GET SOCIAL WITH THE BANK THEATRE Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube Email us at: banktheatre@gmail.com Website: www.banktheatre.com

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18th annual Polar Bear Dip is this Saturday!

They may be freezin’ but it’s for a good reason! This Saturday, January 13 is the 18th annual Polar Bear Dip benefitting Childcan and ACCESS. Fabulous prizes and the great feeling dippers get from supporting two awesome registered charities make those few chilly moments worth it!

The Dip takes place at Lakeside Park Pavilion, 315 Queen St., Kingsville, Ontario. Registration begins at 10 a.m., the Dip is at 11 a.m., and awards and a hot lunch follow at 12:30 p.m.

New this year is the Skip the Dip pass, created in response to the frequently heard comment, “I’d pay to

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Dippers are participating as part of a team or individually, and gather pledges to support ACCESS and Childcan. All who raise $100 or more will receive a commemorative t-shirt, even if they do opt to pay $10 for the Skip the Dip pass Fundraisers who raise more than $1,000 have their names entered in a draw for the top prizes.

One of the two charities benefiting from this popular event is Childcan, an incorporated, registered, community-based charity which has been supporting children with cancer and and their families since 1974. Located in London, Childcan serves children who have been diagnosed at Children’s Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre, a tertiary care referral center serving 550,000+ children in Ontario, including those from Windsor-Essex.

At any time, 25-30% of the children Childcan supports are from the Windsor-Essex region.

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Great uses for leftover wine

It seems that a lot of you found my article on what to do with that elusive “leftover” wine useful. With many of us just having hosted holiday/Christmas/New Year’s parties where more bottles of wine may have been opened than were necessary, I did a bit more digging and here are some more ideas for you to mull over.

Frustrated with fruit flies? Use red wine Carmen Danner to trap them! First, put a cup of that leftover wine in a fairly tall glass or jar. Then roll a piece of paper into a funnel shape with about a half-inch opening at the bottom, and insert it into the glass or jar. Leave about a half-inch of clearance above the wine, use tape to seal along where the paper meets the jar so the pesky things can’t escape, and voilà!

Don’t waste your money on those expensive pesticide-removing rinses for your fruits and vegetables; use red wine instead!

Stained countertops or greasy grills? Kill the grease with some white wine. Actually, white wine makes a great disinfectant for all of your kitchen and bathroom surfaces. And who wouldn’t want a house that smells like wine instead of a harsh chemical cleanser?

If the grease is on your driveway or garage floor, throw some baking soda down with the white wine and watch it work!

Of course, there’s always the tried and true method of making wine ice cubes… does that make them wice cubes? Aside from the advantage of using them for soups, stews, casseroles, sauces, etc., why not just use one to chill your glass of not-cold-enough-yet wine? Brilliant, right? Using wine to chill more wine!

I spoke about making your own wine jelly and or vinegar… how about wine syrup?

You’ve probably heard of “simple syrup”, basically water and sugar boiled down into a syrup. Why not make it with wine instead and take advantage of all of that amazing flavour and pour it over fruit, ice cream, waffles, crepes, or mix it into your favourite marinade or salad dressing?

Another trendy idea: flavoured salt! Reduce whatever amount of wine down until it becomes a syrup, then add one to one-and-a-half cups of coarse salt for each tablespoon of wine. Makes a great gift for your hostess’ kitchen – and here’s switch-it-up tip for that lucky hostess: use it to exfoliate in the bath!

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Dip. Last year, ACCESS provided service to over 1,000 youth with a range of needs from recreational programming to mental health crises, and kids experiencing homelessness or requiring personal skills development. Across Essex County, ACCESS facilitated over 45 community gardens in a

variety of locations in 2017.

More than 3,500 volunteers were engaged in these gardens, harvesting over 5,000 lbs of fresh, organic produce for families in need.

“It’s an exciting time for ACCESS; we’ve just moved our offices to 30 Sherk Street in Leaming-

ton with our partners The Bridge Youth Resource Centre,” says John Sutton, Executive Director for ACCESS. “Have some fun with us and take a Dip for two great causes – we couldn’t do it without the fabulous support from our generous community!”

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Tatiana Grilo describes her family’s H.U.G.S. And Hats campaign while brothers Lucas and Zander Grilo present the event’s banner during a morning assembly at St. Louis Catholic Elementary School Friday, Jan. 13 of last year. Donations of lightly used winter hats, toques, boots, coats, sweaters, sweatshirts, hoodies, mittens and gloves were donated to bins at St. Louis and Monte Motors and many items are still available, free of charge.

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and public service organizations across the county to offer delivery of a growing collection of donated clothing, none of the groups have returned her messages indicating that they’re in need of such contributions.

“It’s so cold outside now, so we need to find a way to disperse everything,” she explained.

“With the temperatures being so bitter cold lately, it’s a shame to have all this stuff just sitting around. We need somewhere to drop off a bin where it can all be given away for free.

We just want people who need these items to have them.”

Monte Motors offered its services as a drop off and pick up point for H.U.G.S. and Hats clothing last winter, but found that its hours of business weren’t convenient for recipients.

The Grilos hope to find locations that are readily and consistently accessible as both drop off points and for residents in need of kids’ winter clothing. Mariete explained that she is willing to drop off large quantities of donated items to locations in Windsor or anywhere in the Leamington area.

Although the H.U.G.S. and Hats drive at St. Louis Catholic Elementary School doesn’t begin until students return from the Christmas/New Year’s break, the Grilo family’s garage is already well stocked with contributions. Since the summer, friends, extended family and neighbours have been randomly dropping off youth winter clothing items after clearing their own homes of toques, boots, sweaters and coats that no longer fit their children. Mariete noted that since last year, the drive has sought gently used clothing, although brand new items — some with manufacturer and retailer sales tags still attached — have also been given. Presently, the Grilos have about half a dozen large boxes filled with donations.

H.U.G.S. and Hats seek those in need

By Bryan Jessop The family organizing a local winter clothing drive is seeking donors as well as recipients for their annual charitable campaign.

Mariete Grilo, along with her husband Paulo and children Zander, Lucas and Tatiana, are launching the second edition of H.U.G.S. and Hats with the assistance of St. Louis Catholic Elementary School, where Zander is a Grade 6 student and Lucas is in Grade 4. Tatiana, in Grade 10 at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School, also plays a pivotal role in the organization of the drive. As they did last year, the family is seeking sweaters, sweatshirts, toques, hoodies, gloves, snow pants, mittens and winter boots for the youths of “With the local underprivileged families. Although they are not actemperatures being tively seeking out winter jackets to avoid duplication of so bitter cold lately, local Coats For Kids services, they are also accepting it’s a shame to have boys’ and girls’ coats of various children’s sizes. all this stuff just To Mariete’s surprise, finding a method to reach sitting around.”

H.U.G.S. and Hats recipients has been more challenging — Mariete Grilo than collecting suitable clothing items to help keep them warm this winter. Although she’s reached out to charity

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Mississippi-born Randy Houser signed with Universal South Records in 2008 and has since released four albums including Anything Goes, They Call Me Cadillac, How Country Feels and Fired Up. The 42-year-old’s number one hits include the songs How Country Feels, Runnin’ Out of Moonlight and commercial successes including Anything Goes, which made a Top 20 Billboard appearance. Houser has also co-written hits associated with other country performers and has sold millions of album copies across the globe.

The day after announcing the feature musical performers, Hogs For Hospice board members made the trip to Toronto for the three-day Toronto International Motorcycle Show, the largest of its kind in North America. Last year, the HFH group won the award for best display.

“We’re ready to go,” said Oswald. “We’ve been working seven days a week to get ready. What started as an event for Hospice has become a community event that is putting Leamington back on the map.”

Last year, local hotels and bed and breakfast operations were fully booked and with about seven months before the kickoff of the 2018 edition, those same Leamington area

Communities in Bloom Makes Presentation to Council

To wrap up a successful 2017 National Communities in Bloom Campaign, committee members Charlie Wright, Catherine Riediger, Peter Scorrar, Bill Sherk and Kathryn Brooker attended the December 12, 2017 Council Budget meeting and preasented Leamington mayor John Paterson and Council with the 2017 National Bronze 5-Blooms Certificate with Special Mention for Community Support and a copy of the 2017 Community Profile Book. From left to right are CiB chair Charlie Wright, Mayor John Paterson, CiB co-chair Catherine Riediger and Leamington Horticultural Society president Peter Scorrar. The CiB Committee will be meeting in February to start organizing the 2018 National Campaign. If any Leamington resident would like to become a member of this committee, contact Charlie Wright at email cib@mdirect.net or telephone 519-324-5412.

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Fatal New Year’s Eve crash on Hwy 77 On December 31 at approximately 8:10 p.m. the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Leamington Fire Services responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision on Highway 77, Leamington.

A taxi occupied by the driver and four passengers and a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) operated by a lone driver collided south of Mersea Road 5.

The driver of the SUV, Michael Martin, age 39, of Leamington, died from injuries sustained in the collision.

The driver of the taxi and the four passengers were transported to an area hospital with injuries varying from minor to serious.

Highway 77 between Essex County Road 18 and Mersea Road 5 was closed for several hours as the OPP’s Technical Collision Investigators (TCI) completed the investigation.

Charges are not anticipated.

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New additions for 2018 will include the Lucas Oil-sponsored custom chopper show Iron By The Beach and Jordan Szoke’s Extreme Show with multiple performances both Saturday and Sunday. Both new attractions will take place at Seacliff Beach, within close proximity to vendors and other features throughout the weekend.

The inaugural Hogs For Hospice in 2016 raised $50,000 for the Erie Shores facility while last year’s edition generated $200,000 in support.

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Hogs For Hospice reps at Toronto Motorcycle Show Hogs For Hospice committee members Brian Cornies (left) and Donny Pacheco (right) pose for photos with Canadian National Superbike champion Jordan Szoke during the Toronto International Motorcycle Show, which ran Friday, Jan. 5 to Sunday, Jan. 7. Szoke will be featured at Hogs For Hospice this year with freestyle motocross jumping and trials, free to the public at Seacliff Park. The day before the show began, the committee announced that Cheap Trick and Randy Houser would be headliners for this year’s Hogs For Hospice weekend on Friday and Saturday evenings, respectively.

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Festive RIDE Campaign wraps up The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged 587 drivers with impaired driving during its annual province-wide Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign which ran from November 24, 2017 to January 2, 2018.

An additional 366 drivers were issued a Warn Range Suspension and had their driver’s licence suspended for having a blood alcohol concentration between .05 and .08.

By comparison, the OPP charged 623 impaired drivers and issued 407 Warn Range Suspensions during the 2016-2017 Festive RIDE campaign.

The OPP remained highly focused on keeping roads safe over the holidays, reflecting on the 44 lives lost in alcohol/ drug-related collisions on OPP-patrolled roads in 2017.

Officers conducted more than 9,830 RIDE events throughout the province, surpassing the 7,343 RIDE events conducted over the previous season’s campaign.

Over the holidays, OPP Drug Recognition Evaluators (DRE) assisted with the tools and expertise to test for and detect drug impairment in drivers. Of the 587 drivers charged, 29 were charged with drug impairment.

While the OPP maintained a heightened focus on impaired drivers during the campaign, officers enforce impaired driving laws around the clock, 365 days a year. In 2017, the OPP charged 4,915 drivers with alcohol-impaired charges and 238 drivers with drug-impaired charges and issued 2,995 Warn Range Suspensions.

The OPP would like to remind the public to call 9-1-1 if you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. In doing so, you could be saving lives.

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Three teams, with 4 wins, led the 13 players who shot Fun Darts on December 29 at Wheatley Legion – Arnold Seili and Gord Crook – Mary Robinson and April Simpson – Velma Hope, Bonnie Evoy and Jim McClellan. Also tied with 3 wins were Julie Reid and Mike Simpson – Carol Balestrieri and Larry Evoy. Debbie Seili and Richard Howe WHEATLEY won 2 games. The ladies who doubled out were Mary, April, Velma, Bonnie and Deb- LEGION NEWS BRANCH 324 bie.

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Mike and April Simpson won 3 packages of meat at the draws that were run by yours truly on December 30. Other winners were Cheryl Harrison, Linda Marshall, David Woodward, Jan Watson, Joyce Epplett, Marilyn Ribble, Ian Creighton and Mary Robinson. Mary Jo Wright won the 50/50 draw.

Beat the January blahs by coming out to the Meat Draws on Saturday afternoons from 3 to 5 p.m.

Having a birthday this month? Celebrate at the Branch this Saturday, January 13.

This is the first of hopefully many monthly “birthday bashes” being organized by executive member George Imeson. Wheatley Legion plans to host these parties on the second Saturday of each month. This month’s band “The Mojo Wailers” will start at 7 p.m. Birthday or not – everyone is welcome.

Warm up the winter by signing up for Wheatley Legion’s annual Soup Cook-Off being held on January 27. Whip up a crockpot of your favourite soup and join in the fun.

A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board so take a stab at having the 2018 Soup Champ bragging rights!

Try out Waddies – a group of players meets at the Branch on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. to play. I hear they are having a great time. Everyone is welcome to join them.

Foot Care Clinics are held on Tuesdays at the Meadows of Wheatley. Seniors in the Wheatley 825 phone area are eligible to use this service with partial payment being made by the Wheatley Legion. Call 519-551-9749 to book your appointment.

OLG pays half of $6.1 million Lotto 6/49 prize to Leamington resident Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) paid one half, $3,073,361.30, of the $6,146,722.60 LOTTO 6/49 prize from the September 20, 2017 draw to Maurice Thibeault of Leamington. He picked up his cheque from the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto on January 4, 2018.

OLG completed its prize claim review of this lottery ticket and verified that the ticket in question was purchased by Mr. Thibeault.

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Seven friends representing Team Southpoint were victorious in the Powertech 3-on-3 Atom AE Division in Tecumseh on January 3 as they brought home the cup. Hoisting the cup are Kaleb Jardim, Colton Selwood, Owen Pimentel, Tyler Franklin, Chase Simpson, Liam Ouellette and goalie Andrew Demant.

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Southpoint opened the scoring in the first period when Dylan Marchand converted a nifty cross-ice pass from Carson Koehler. Max Youssef drew the other assist.

Ethan Barnewall kept his hot streak active with a late first period goal taking a James Sonoski neutral zone pass in from the Essex blue line, beating the goalie with a well placed wrist shot.

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‡Total Cash Purchase Credits include Delivery Credits and Cash Purchase Credits. Cash Purchase Credits may not be combined with special lease and finance rates offered through Lexus Financial Services and are available on the cash purchase of select new 2017 Lexus vehicles in January including 2017 Lexus RX 350 ($3,000 on suffixes B, C, G & H), 2017 Lexus RX 450h ($3,000 on all suffixes). ^Delivery Credits in January are available on the purchase/lease of select new 2017 and 2018 Lexus vehicles including 2017 Lexus RX 350 ($4,000 on suffix A; $3,000 suffixes G & H; $2,500

on suffixes B & C), 2017 Lexus RX 450h ($3,000 on suffix H; $2,500 suffixes A, B & C), 2017 Lexus NX 200t ($4,000 on suffix A; $3,500 suffixes F, G & H; $3,000 on suffixes B, C, D & S), 2018 Lexus NX 300 ($3,000 on suffix A; $2,000 on all other suffixes), 2018 Lexus NX 300h ($2,000 on all suffixes), 2017 Lexus IS 200t ($3,000 on all suffixes), 2017 Lexus IS 300 AWD ($3,000 on suffix B, F & G; $2,000 on suffixes A & C), 2017 Lexus IS 350 AWD ($3,000 on suffixes G & H; $2,000 on suffix D), 2018 Lexus IS 300 RWD ($2,000 on all suffixes), 2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD ($2,000 on all suffixes), 2018 Lexus IS 350 AWD ($2,000 on all suffixes). Delivery Credits will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price after taxes. *Lease offers provided through Lexus Financial Services, on approved credit. *Representative lease example based on a 2018 IS 300 AWD sfx ‘A’ on a 39 month term at an annual rate of 2.9% and Complete Lexus Price of $46,372. Bi-weekly lease payment is $209 with $5,730 down payment or equivalent trade in, $0 security deposit and first bi-weekly lease payment due at lease inception. Total of 84 bi-weekly lease payments required during the lease term. Total lease obligation is $23,429. *Representative lease example based on a 2018 NX 300 sfx ‘A’ on a 39 month term at an annual rate of 2.9% and Complete Lexus Price of $46,822. Bi-weekly lease payment is $219 with $4,150 down payment or equivalent trade in, $0 security deposit and first bi-weekly lease payment due at lease inception. Total of 84 bi-weekly lease payments required during the lease term. Total lease obligation is $22,697. 52,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.20/km for excess kilometres. Complete Lexus Price includes freight/PDI ($2,045), EHF Tires ($16.50), EHF Filters ($1), A/C charge ($100), and OMVIC Fee ($10). Taxes, license, registration (if applicable), dealer fees (if applicable) and insurance are extra. Lexus Dealers are free to set their own prices. Limited time offers only apply to retail customers at participating Lexus Dealers. Dealer order/trade may be required (but may not be available in certain circumstances). Offers are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Offers are effective beginning January 3rd and expire on January 31st unless extended or revised. See your Lexus Dealer for complete details.

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One of those “comes with the territory” sort of things about being the parent of a six-year-old is having to watch a LOT of television shows and movies that drive the average adult insane.

In my home, we have a Kodi/Android box, which means access to many shows as long as the Wifi is working at full capacity and a functional “stream” can be found. There’s no “guide” channel to tell you what shows/movies are playing at what times, but my son has found a plethora of shows on YouTube that he ends up itchin’ to watch on the television’s bigger screen. His current undisputed favourite fictional character is Sonic the Hedgehog — a Sega video game personality who peaked in popularity when I was in high school.

That little detail isn’t a problem when your TV’s video streaming device can offer some of the most obscure and dated shows imaginable with the touch of a few (okay, maybe SEVERAL) buttons. I had no idea that there were multiple cartoons dedicated to Sonic the Hedgehog until doing a recent search on the Android Box — Sonic X, Sonic Underground, Sonic Boom… the list goes on and on and on. The “X” version offers the most serious tone of the lot, “Boom” is far more comedy inspired and “Underground” is just off-the-charts nauseating.

I mean, sure, I get it — the program was written primarily for kids. Still, there are youthtargeting programs that are bearable — heck, even entertaining — for most adults. These are the TRUE family shows, the ones that are both amusing and free of the violent overtones that my wife hates so much (don’t even get me started on The Great Transformers Dispute in the Jessop residence). Sadly, the shows that all three of us enjoy are few and far between. One of these rare gems is Shaun the Sheep. I’d even go so far as to call it “cute,” a trait of televised programing that I normally try to avoid.

Another is a cartoon called The Loud House. My brother-in-law, who has two kids a few years older than my son, introduced it to us during a New Year’s Eve 2016-17 get together.

It’s a show about the southeast Michigan family of an 11-year-old boy coping with day-today life with 10 sisters — five older and five younger than him. It’s a pretty funny show where each of the 11 kids has a very distinct personality type (the redneck/tomboy six-yearold is my personal favourite).

In an episode dubbed “The Butterfly Effect,” Lincoln (the lone boy) deals with a chain of consequences stemming from not coming clean about accidentally destroying his four-yearold genius sister’s super elaborate chemistry set. She abandons her ultra intellectual pursuits to become a gas pump jockey at a local convenience store, his older jock/athlete sister ends up getting kicked off all her sports teams because of slipping grades (the four-year-old no longer tutors her), etcetera, etcetera.

It’s a pretty far-fetched domino effect, but that’s what makes it so comical. To be honest, it’s no more difficult to accept than how each year’s National Football League playoff scenario unfolds. In a league where only 12 of 32 teams advance to the post season — that’s precisely 37.5 per cent for all you Lisa Louds out there — a mediocre regular season record won’t get you too far into the new year.

Well, not usually.

In a seasonal campaign of only 16 games, reference to a lengthy list of tiebreakers is going to be commonplace. For those of you unfamiliar with the format, the top four positions in each of the two conferences is pretty straightforward — they go to the leader in each of the four conferences. The next two positions are wild cards, earned by the two non-divisional winners (per conference) with the best win-loss records.

So how is it decided who wins a division or snags a wildcard berth when there are identical records (which is VERY common) to deal with? That’s where it gets complicated. I won’t get into all the methods (there are 12 to determine divisional winners and 11 to figure out who gets the wildcard spots), but they basically start with which of the tied teams were better in head-to-head games and ends with a coin toss. Head-to-head doesn’t even always apply for wildcard teams, since they sometimes go an entire season without meeting each other. In the middle of those lists are best win-loss-tie record within the division, in “common” games and games played within the conference. From there, the league refers to “strength of victory” and “strength of schedule.”

Honestly, I have NO idea what “strength of schedule” means, except for a guess based on which team faced opponents with the better W-L records. The fact that these measures are used to break ties BEFORE points for/against differentials kind of blows my mind.

Anyway, the results often allow playoff appearances to teams that don’t deserve them and vice versa. There’s a lot of “Team A will qualify if Team B beats Team C and Team D beats Team E” that goes on every year, but that’s not even what I’m talking about. Because some divisions are more competitive than others, a superior win/loss record doesn’t always get you the nod into the second season. In 2010, the Seattle Seahawks qualified at 7-9 because of finishing first in the laughable NFC West Division (think 1980s Norris Division in the NHL). That same year, the New York Giants were eliminated with 10 wins and six losses.

For once, my Buffalo Bills have made the cut with a little help from their enemies. The experts figured they were doomed as of the Week 16 loss to New England, but incredibly good fortune in the next and final week allowed them in at 9-7. It ended the longest current playoff drought among North America’s “Big Four” leagues, which started in 2000. During their drought, the Bills twice missed the playoffs at 9-7 — considered the NFL’s “bubble record,” meaning one’s playoff fate can go either way depending on the outcome of other games. It’s about the luck of the draw, experienced by the Patriots who missed the playoffs in 2008 despite finishing 11-5.

So how does a team handle the playoffs when it hasn’t been there since the world was breathing a sigh of relief over Y2K’s lack of bite? Well, Green Back turned a sixth-place wild card berth into a Super Bowl title in 2011 (I wrote this column on January 3).

Undefeated or sub .500, the regular season is meaningless once you’ve made the playoffs.

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Cool 1949 Ford at Maritime Motorsport Hall of Fame The 1949 Ford has always been a favourite with car collectors. Its fresh new styling, independent front suspension and parallel rear springs with the This 1949 Ford is a blast from the past! flathead V8 under the hood and 3-speed column shift (“three on the tree”) gave these cars lots of power and great handling.

The Maritime Motorsport Hall of Fame in Petitcodiac, New Brunswick, proudly displays a black 1949 Ford 4-door sedan with an interesting history dating back to a farmer in Gatineau, Quebec, who sold it to a friend in Hull, Quebec, who gave it to his son, who soon lost his driver’s license!

Ron Cybulski saw the car for sale in the Ottawa Citizen and bought it with some 60,000 miles on the odometer. It was whisper quiet and very solid. Had the man’s son not lost his license, Ron believes the car would have Bill Sherk been turned into a hot rod or destined for the local auto recycle in short order.

Ron had the body redone at a body shop in Renfrew, Ontario (his hometown), and it was put on display in the local Ford dealer’s showroom around 1974-1975.

When Ron moved to Moncton, he towed the car to his cottage at Cap Pele. Over the years the body was due to be done again, and Bob Wilson’s Body Shop in Shediac, NB, agreed to make this his last pre-retirement project. It rested for quite some time in Bob’s comfortable garage.

The car is all original with many period accessories added, including wide whitewalls, fender skirts, spotlight, bug screen, headlight eyebrows, fender guides, radio with aerial, window shades, and a big outside sun visor painted to match the body colour. All these accessories were typical of how you could dress up your ’49 Ford by paying a visit to your local Canadian Tire store.

The flathead V8 under the hood came from the factory with 239 cubic inches cranking out 100 horsepower. If that wasn’t enough, Canadian Tire could supply you with dual exhausts and Hollywood mufflers.

Ron Cybulski still owns the car and has it on loan to the Maritime Motorsport Hall of Fame, established in 2003. Well worth a visit. Phone 506-756-2110 or visit website at www.maritimemotorsporthalloffame.com or www.mmhf.com I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

THE OLD CAR DETECTIVE

Southpoint Novice Blue vs. Kingsville Red

Kyle Bradley (right) of Southpoint Capitals Novice Blue, sponsored by Leamington Chrysler, battles for the puck against Kingsville Kings Red on Saturday, January 6.

(Submitted photo)

Save Our Bees info session Jan. 17

An information session – Save Our Bees – will be held Wednesday, January 17 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. The event is open to the public and refreshments will be available. To reserve a spot, contact Ralph Scase at 519-903-5979 or ralph@ ralphscase.com Leamington and Essex County are on the radar as locations to help take the ‘sting’ out of declining insect populations. The founder of an ecosystem development program launched to address Ontario’s rapidly falling number of bees is hoping to find land use contributions in the province’s most southerly regions.

Delaware resident Rick Tusch, who launched Pollinative to plant native wildflowers as crucial bee habitats, is seeking support for the program and the use of farms and developerowned land to grow plants and flowers commonly favoured by bees and other pollinators.

Tusch refers to the proposed series of regenerated ecosystems as ‘pollinative pathways’ and describes them as crucial in reviving the region’s bee population.

According to Tusch, only 3% of Ontario’s native grass species still exist in the province – one of the factors that inspired him to plant 6 acres of 55 different types of native plants on his own property. He also noted that overall bug populations in Ontario have dropped by 70%.

Tusch would like to see revitalized populations of solitary bees – a non-stinging species that is 10 times more effective as a pollinator than the honey bee – serve as onsite educational opportunities for elementary school classes.

More information is available at www.pollinative.ca

Community CALENDAR

NEW YEAR, HEALTHIER YOU! WELLNESS SEMINAR. TOPIC: MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, Wednesday, January 17 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Seacliff Manor Retirement Residence, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Free. Learn about a variety of health conditions and how to manage them. Refreshments and giveaways. Everyone welcome.

LEAMINGTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY WILL MEET Wednesday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Speaker: Marg Dudley. Topic: Soils. All are invited for an evening of horticultural fellowship. More info: Peter Scorrar 519-326-8529.

FOOD & FELLOWSHIP SUPPER - Monday, January 22, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St. welcomes those who are alone or experiencing hardships to come and share a meal.

No charge.

NEW YEAR, HEALTHIER YOU! WELLNESS SEMINAR. TOPIC: ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE, Wednesday, January 24 from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Seacliff Manor Retirement Residence, 30 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Free. Learn about a variety of health conditions and how to manage them. Refreshments and giveaways. Everyone welcome.

FREE ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE & DEMENTIA WORKSHOP - Thursday, January 25 from 6:00 7:00 p.m. at SECC, 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington. Presentation: A brief overview of dementia and an opportunity to ask questions. Refreshments provided. Register with Katja Wuerch by Wednesday, January 24 by emailing kwuerch@ secc.on.ca or by calling 519-326-8629.

PELEE PAST QUESTERS MEET Thursday, January 25, 7:00 p.m., at Windsor Family Credit Union, 318 Erie St. S., Leamington. Speaker: Rosa Lind Knight on her book about Mettawas Hotel. Guests welcome. Info: Jackie 519-326-1361. PPQ is an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN for six-week Art Class Series for children age 9-11. Drawing, collages, water colours, art in nature, self portraits. Register at Kingsville Arena. Classes will be held at Kingsville Arena on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. 12 noon, January 13 to February 17. Cost: $75.

Please contact Candace at candaceanderson43@ gmail.com.

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.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, February 7, 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. 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

CONNECTIONS EARLY YEARS FAMILY CENTRE’S 8TH ANNUAL TRIVIA NIGHT & CHICKEN/PASTA DINNER - Friday, February 9 at 6:00 p.m. at Royal Canadian Legion Br. 143 (1570 Marentette Ave., Windsor). Includes bake sale, 50/50 draw, raffle, door prizes. $20 per person. Register online at https://tinyurl.com/connections-trivia-night-2018 or 519-252-9696. Proceeds support programs for children 0-6 in WIndsor-Essex County i.e. play sessions, parenting courses, literacy, numeracy, pre-school speech and language, infant hearing and Blind Low Vision Programs.

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 519-3263111 and leave a message for Charlotte to set up an appointment.

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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The Old Page... Clippings from the Wheatley Journal, January 5, 1978

50th Anniversary Open House Open House will be held at Goldsmith United Church on Sunday, January 8, 1978, to celebrate the 50th Wedding Anniversary of George and Mabel Beattie, R.R.1 Staples.

The open house at the church, located on the 8th Con. of Mersea Township, will be held from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday. The couple requests no gifts.

Mr. and Mrs. Beattie were married fifty years ago, January 7th, at the Comber United Church parsonage.

Draw Helps Band, Majorettes Tickets were still being sold for the Robinson Motorcycle Kawasaki minibike on the eve of the draw December 23rd.

George Beleutz, left, enters the draw, while Bev and Jim Robinson, and Chris Rhoads who chaired the project, look on. The Robinsons donated the Kawasaki to help the Wheatley Community Band and Majorettes continue to develop their skills and buy equipment. The lucky winner was Robin Moore of Pier Road Wheatley.

Belle River celebrates tournament win It’s not a brawl at centre ice. The Belle River Pee Wee team swarmed to congratulate their goaltender as the final buzzer sounded to end the final championship game in the tournament, which they won by a 4-1 score over the McIntosh Pacers of Wheatley. The McIntosh Pacers advanced all the way to the championship final game in the Pee Wee tournament held on Thursday and Friday but Belle River broke loose in the third period to overpower the Wheatley squad.

Honoured for work at tournament

One of the many presentations at the annual Wheatley Pee Wee Hockey tournament, is a plaque awarded to the most outstanding contribution to the success of the two-day event. This year Romney Reeve Harry Robinson made the presentation to two men who devoted much time and energy to the event. Ron McCracken, left and Bob Mills, right, proudly display their awards, and Reeve Robinson shows the main award to be engraved and displayed later in the arena trophy case.

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E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: journal@mnsi.net or sun@mnsi.net We accept CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

3 CEMETERY PLOTS at Lakeview Cemetery available. For more information ja3-10 call 519-738-2459. _____________________________

DAYTONA 500 TICKETS FOR SALE

The race is February 18th. Seats are in section 378, row 20, at the end of Pit Road. Great seats to see the whole track. Washrooms and concessions a few steps away. Price is $275 Cdn. Call Kim @ Robinson Motorcycle 519-324-5958

WANTED SEEKING A PHOTOGRAPH from 1930s-1950s of a house/shack located on the Pat Smith farm - 5th Concession (south side), one mile east of Highway 77. If you can help, call 780436-3083 or email hwiens@ ja10-17 ualberta.ca. _____________________________

FOR RENT 2 BEDROOM AND a 1 bedroom apartment for rent.

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ERIE APARTMENTS 137 Erie St. South 2 bedroom units available.

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LEAMINGTON LAKEFRONT

Upscale and Affordable in Leamington’s ONLY waterfront rental apartment building overlooking Leamington Marina and Park and minutes from the beach.

Amenities include: • library and social rooms • new Smart Card “no coin” laundry • beautiful lobby • underground parking • outdoor balconies • FREE utilities and window coverings • Fully secured and 24-7 onsite management.

Ask us about our limited time “New Tenant” incentives. www.ska-apartmentrentals.com Call Mike or Kevin 519-326-8819

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B&B MOVING & DELIVERIES - Three guys with extensive experience moving and delivering furniture. 10% senior and student discounts.

For all your moving needs, call Neil for a free quote at oc11-tf 519-566-1366. _____________________________

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

IRWIN PLUMBING - New homes, renovations, repairs.

Same or next day service.

Since 1999. Call Tim 519mr8-tf 825-7245. _____________________________

“RETIRED” BUILDING CONTRACTOR - home improvements and additions for reasonable fee. For examples and appointment: Douglas 519-322-8732. ja10-17 _____________________________

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Saturday January 13th, 2018 at 9:30 am SHARP Located at 803 Road 6 Mersea Township, Essex County–Leamington, ON Sale site directions: Follow Hwy 77 to Road 6, turn left at Peanut Nursery (East) We will be selling the equipment & chattels as directed by Xquisite Capital Corp.

JD 4960, MFWD, 3 remotes, 20.8x38 rears, SN 8406; JD 4560, MFWD, 480-42” rears, SN 2890; JD 4650, MFWD, Triple remotes, 20.8x38 rears, SN 16611; JD 4050, MFWD, dual remotes, SN 2369; JD 7400 MFWD, 18.4x38 rears, SN 4335; JD 4430-20.8x38 rears, SN 5534R “Bareback”; JD 6200, MFWD, cab; JD 6400 MFWD, cab & loader, JD 4430, 14.9x46 rears, SN 18717R; JD 3020 “D” power lift trans, 15.5x38 rears, SN 91770R; JD 6200, MFWD, c/w cab; JD 6400, MFWD, c/w loader; AC 190 XT, cab; IHC 454; Case 930 cab (no decals or starter); IHC 130 c/w cult; IHC Super “C” with cult; Toyota Forklift; Cat Dozer – parts; JD 2130 – parts 2-Black welder Harvesters “Running or not”?; Lockwood International c/w rotary phase converter w 6 hole bagger; 2-@200 bu stainless steel hoppers on @ 10 ton gears c/w plastic tube auger; Lockwood Mark VI, pto harvester; Lockwood 2256 harvester; Bin pilers, sorters, hoppers, incline elevators, etc; JD 1710 disc chisel; hyd fold sprocket packer; @ 24’ Bulk hopper hyd drive (not completed); quantity of potato or onion wagons on gears; “Belt” Utility elevator, hyd drive; quantity of J&M , Turnco and Killbros, @200-225 hoppers on gears; Bushog 5’ shank 3pt ripper; N Holland 795 tandem axle spreader c/w end gate; Trail mobile 24’ tandem axle dump trailer c/w tandem Joe dog (hyds); 39’ Royalin 3 axle dump c/w tandem axle Joe dog (hyds); Van trailers “storage only”; 1998 Freightliner white, wet line, 11R.22.5 drives VIN: 2FUYODYB8WA920968; Utility tandem axle reefer - 93 model c/w Thermo-King VIN: 1UYVS2488-RM1264; Wabash 3 axle reefer trailer c/w homebuilt aluminum unloader; 48 Trail mobile tandem axle trailer c/w Thermo-King reefer “sells as is”, VIN: IPTPIACH749001725; Mond Trailer c/w Carrier reefer, 95 model, 3 axle VIN 2MN12536901126206; 1988 Iroc car, “as is” has engine issues; Cadman 3000 wide body irrigation reel c/w Briggs traveler; Cadman 3250 irrigation reel; quantity of irrigation pipes, misc parts, misc ag equipment, misc scrap and articles too numerous to mention. Various sizes of greenhouse roof hoops. PLEASE NOTE ALL LICENSED units, Hiway Tractor & Trailers sell as “UNFIT” Auctioneers Note: Possibly 2 rings selling simultaneously, condition and hours to be verified at purchaser’s discretion, loading will be at purchaser’s expense, Purchasers will have until January 23rd, 2018 to have their purchases removed from premises. The trailers & misc wagons will be sold by photo at 803 Road 6 Mersea - please view anytime.

Registration by driver’s license.

Watch our website for pictures.

Terms: CASH-DEBIT • LUNCH AVAILABLE • Proprietor: Xquisite Capital Corp. 519-359-7270 All verbal announcements shall and will take precedence over written and website information.

Owners & Auctioneer’s not held responsible for accidents at any time.

“We act as selling agents Only” Celebrating 32 years of Auctioneering.

Sale Conducted & Sold By: Curtis Babula Auctioneering Service 584 Oil Heritage Rd. R.R. #4 Dresden, ON N0P 1M0 519-692-4049 Toll Free: 1-888-810-8027 Cell: 519-359-4762 Email: ckbauct@ciaccess.com • Website: www.cbabulaauctions.com

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E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: journal@mnsi.net or sun@mnsi.net We accept CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES JC FRESH FARMS

& greenhouses

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• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week • Monday - Saturday • Working in the greenhouse and/or the warehouse • Harvesting, pruning and picking the vegetables • Wage is $14.00/hour • No experience and/or education needed If interested please forward resume to:

JOB OPPORTUNITY

General Labour Warehouse, Vegetable Packer

Hours vary on production.

Wage: $14.00 per hour.

Please fax resume to: 519-733-8059 or apply online at: www.jcfreshfarms.com

careers@muccifarms.com

General Labourers for 2018 Processing Season

Greenhouse Worker RESPONSIBILITIES • Crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting • Checking quality of harvested produce • Other duties as assigned WORK CONDITIONS: • Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods • Bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail • Working at heights, hot environment WAGE AND HOURS: • 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays • Wage: 14.00/hour, seasonal, full time No Education Required. No Experience Required.

Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8)

BOEM BERRY FARMS INC. Greenhouse Workers & General Labourers

• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week • Monday - Saturday • Working in the greenhouse and/or the warehouse • Harvesting, pruning and picking the strawberries • Wage is $14.00/hour • No experience and/or education needed If interested please forward resume to:

• Day and night shifts 50-60+ hours/week (Mon.-Sat.) • Working in warm temperatures • Transport raw, finished & packaged materials; measure/ dump ingredients; check for basic quality defects • Starting wage $14.00 per hour

lori.weil@weilsfood.ca 483 Erie St. North Box 130 Wheatley, ON N0P 2P0

GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED Employees will be required to carry out all job tasks as specified by the operation manager.

Specific duties include: Pruning, clipping, harvesting and cleaning work area. Repetitive task, standing for extended periods, hot humid conditions, comfortable working on scissor lifts, handling weights of up to 23 kg or 50 lbs, report signs of insect or disease damage.

Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.00 per hour. Will train the right candidate.

Must be able to work within a group or on their own.

Reliable and dependable.

Must have own transportation.

Apply: Southshore Greenhouses Inc. 1746 Seacliff Drive Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2M6

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• Compensation is $14.00/hour • Monday through Friday (Occasional Saturdays) • No education or experience required.

• Duties include hand-trimming, taking cuttings, hand harvesting, watering and cleaning of greenhouse.

Please apply at: careers@aphria.com or mail a resume to: P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S., Leamington, ON N8H 3C4

MUCCI FARMS LTD. Greenhouse Workers & General Labourers

• Steady day shift 50-60+ hours per week • Monday - Saturday • Working in warm temperatures • Harvesting, pruning and picking the vegetables • Wage is $14.00/hour • No experience and/or education needed If interested please forward resume to:

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.00/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/ wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd. 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnalcejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education no15-jan10 required.

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M&M FARMS LTD - Greenhouse Worker positions available. Responsibilities: crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned. Work Conditions: fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment. Hours: 45+ hours a week including weekends.

Wage: $14.00 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education or experience required. Must have own transportation.

Please forward e-mail to mmfarms@bell.net or Fax: 519-326-8047. jan10-31 _____________________________

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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• All three shifts, 44-48+ hours per week • Monday - Saturday • Working in cool temperatures • Packing, grading, weighing • Wage is $14.00/hour • No experience and/or education needed If interested please forward resume to:

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E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 4:00 p.m. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: journal@mnsi.net or sun@mnsi.net We accept CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

NOTICES

NOTICES 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 519-733-2305 www.kingsville.ca

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING - 5 YEAR OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW PURSUANT TO SECTION 26(3) AND (4) OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990 (AS AMENDED) TAKE NOTICE THAT A PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE HELD BY THE TOWN OF KINGSVILLE: WHEN: WHERE: TIME:

February 12, 2018 Town of Kingsville Council Chambers, 2021 Division Road N, Kingsville, ON 6:00 pm

A location map is not provided with this notice, as the Official Plan Review applies to all lands within the corporation limits of the Town of Kingsville.

Purpose The Official Plan is a statement of goals, objectives and policies intended to guide future land use, physical development, and growth within the boundaries of the Town of Kingsville. The policies of the Plan are designed to promote the public interest in the future development of the Town, reduce uncertainty relating to future development, and to provide a basis for the Zoning By-law and other land use controls.

Ontario’s Planning Act requires municipalities to conduct an Official Plan Review every five years.

The Town’s current Official Plan was approved in February 2012. Based on the requirements of the Planning Act, it is now time to update the Official Plan to ensure that the polices of the Plan are consistent with the latest Provincial policies, the County of Essex Official Plan, and other various planning studies and strategies that have been completed by the Town since the current Official Plan was approved. The focus of this scoped Official Plan Review is intended to primarily address matters of Provincial and County policy conformity.

Tell Us What You Think The public is invited to attend this statutory public meeting to provide input into the Official Plan Review process and scope of work. We would like your input to identify areas of the Official Plan which may be revised through the review process. Input received from the public will be considered in the review and update to the Official Plan.

Written Submissions If you are unable to attend this meeting but would like your comments and/or concerns received by members of Council, please submit your comments in writing to: c/o the Manager of Planning Services, Robert Brown, H. Ba, MCIP, RPP, 2021 Division Road North, Kingsville ON, N9Y 2Y9, or email: rbrown@kingsville.ca, and indicate your name and mailing address.

Additional Information For further information on the 5-Year Official Plan Review, please contact: Robert Brown, H. Ba, MCIP, RPP Manager of Planning Services Planning & Development Services Department The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 Phone: 519-733-2305 Ext # 250 rbrown@kingsville.ca DATED THIS 3rd day of January, 2018

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

Municipality of Leamington Employment and Residential Lands Secondary Plan Study Notice of Secondary Plan Commencement The Municipality of Leamington is initiating an Employment and Residential Lands Secondary Plan Study to determine the planning policies and direction for future development in four subject areas as identified in the Official Plan. The study will determine policies for land use, transportation and servicing within these subject areas. Recommendations regarding the intensification of these areas will be proposed that are consistent with the Official Plan update, while requiring future development to be compatible with nearby established neighborhoods and existing development areas.

The purpose of the Secondary Plan is to develop a community vision that provides a framework for sustainable growth in Leamington. The plan will identify community needs and requirements (i.e. provincial policy, Official Plan updates) for the subject areas, and direct future development in the area in terms of desired land uses, urban design expectations, location of public open spaces, parks, and various community services.

Questions around how and where to distribute development, types of development and how to support growth are key issues to be dealt with through this process.

A Public Open House will be held in early 2018 to present the Secondary Plan to the public and obtain feedback on issues, opportunities and guiding principles to help develop a first draft of the Secondary Plan. A report documenting the process will be available for review at the end of the study. Project updates and a copy of the report will be available on Municipality of Leamington’s website here: www.leamington.ca/secondaryplan and official notices will be published in the local newspaper.

To view the subject areas for this study, please visit www.leamington.ca/secondaryplan.

Additionally, the subject areas map can be viewed at the town offices located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9 Public Comments Invited There is an opportunity at any time during this project for interested persons to bring concerns to the attention of the project team. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

For further information or to be added to the study mailing list, please contact: Danielle Truax Manager of Planning Services Municipality of Leamington 111 Erie St. North, Leamington, ON N8H 2Z9 dtruax@leamington.ca

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of Raya (Laura) Youssef, late of Leamington, who died on March 15, 2017, must be filed by February 5, 2018, with the undersigned, failing which the Estate assets will be distributed having regard only to claims than filed.

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DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 15th day of December, 2017.

Raya Youssef Estate c/o Richard A. McGrath, 2-99 Talbot St. E., Leamington ON N8H 1L4

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Board Member Recruitment Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) is a two site 200-bed community hospital system with state-of-the art facilities and technologies that delivers quality of care to the communities across Chatham-Kent and surrounding areas. At CKHA, Caring People, Caring for People is not just a slogan. It is an ongoing commitment.

CKHA is seeking strategic, experienced, engaged and talented members of our community who understand the role of a board governor to join us in the pursuit of this vision by participating as a voluntary member on our Board of Directors.

As a minimum, board members should expect to devote approximately 10 to 15 hours per month of their time to our hospital business, to attend regular board and committee meetings and adhere to our board responsibilities and policies.

Board recruitment is based on vacancies and the requirements identified by the Board Skills Matrix; specific information regarding our board responsibilities, policies and required skills, can be viewed at http://www.askckha.com/governance.

How to be Considered Interested applicants are requested to submit a covering letter and resume via email quoting “CKHA Board Recruitment” in the subject line to jon@waterhousesearch.com by January 19th, 2018. Your application should include the related experience and skills you bring to this role. All applications will be acknowledged, held in confidence, and kept on file for future consideration.

Applications and inquiries should be directed to our recruiter: CKHA Board of Directors c/o Jon Stungevicius, Senior Partner Waterhouse Executive Search Email: jon@waterhousesearch.com Telephone: 416-214-9233 We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Happy 95th Birthday Audrey Simpson

Happy 90th Birthday

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A

RETIREMENT PARTY CELEBRATING HER 27 YEARS OF SERVICE

THERESA BUSCHMAN SATURDAY JANUARY 13 2:00 PM

Erna Goron January 15th, 2018

Audrey will be celebrating with family.

Love, Your Family

Warm wishes and love to our Mom, Oma, & Great-Oma Erna will be celebrating on January 14th at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with family and friends from near and far.

IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

JANUARY 17

In Loving Memory of

RDear AY F. MCDONALD Husband, Father & Poppa

WILLIAM “BARRY” WILLIAMS (5 Years) January 13, 2013

August 5, 1930 - January 3, 2014

WE MISS YOU We miss your smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things You used to say And when old times We do recall, It's then we miss you Most of all

A silent thought, a secret tear Keeps his memory ever dear.

Time takes away the edge of grief But memory turns back every leaf.

Sadly missed, Elaine, Ann & Steve, Rick & families

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Novice AE defeats Amherstburg On Saturday afternoon, after an enjoyable Christmas break, the Southpoint Capitals L.J. Fleming Novice AE team hosted the Amherstburg Stars.

It didn’t take long for the home team Capitals to shake the rust off as a minute and a half into the game Jonathan Recker found himself with the puck next to the net. After a quick glance out front he fired it home to get on the board first.

Amherstburg added one shortly into the second period.

Three minutes into the second, AJ Youssef won the draw back to Ty Gould who rifled his shot through the goalie’s legs to give the Caps the lead. With four minutes remaining in the second, Aidan Pulley found Jonathan Recker who weaved his way endto-end, finishing with a shot that got by Amherstburg’s goalie. No more than 20 seconds later, Ben Liebrock kept the puck in at the line, dumping it back into the corner. Kayden Cook fired it from behind the goal line to the front of the net where it deflected off a defender and found

Shawn Renwick (#6) chases down the puck.

Southpoint’s Carson Koehler takes the face-off against the Kingsville Kings with teammates Dylan Marchand and Eli Robertson on wing.

(Submitted photo)

Atom Caps battle Kings

AJ Youssef (#10) stickhandles past an Amherstburg Star.

its way to the back of the net. AJ Youssef also collected an assist.

The onslaught continued into the third for the young Capitals squad. A little over 3 minutes in, Tyler Thomas chipped the puck safely out of his zone. Brayden Foster raced down the puck, cut in from the left side, and with a nice move slid it through the 5-hole, giving the home team a 5-1 lead.

Midway through the final frame, Ben Liebrock aided Jonathan Recker in stopping a Stars’ rush at centre, where Recker raced in and went top shelf to complete his hat trick.

All in all Southpoint started slowly but eventually found their legs and improved over the course of the game, resulting in a well earned 6-1 victory.

On Saturday, Jan. 6 the Southpoint Capitals Atom Grey played their first game of 2018 when they hosted Kingsville Kings Green.

The Kings struck first with a goal only two minutes into the first period. Capitals Owen Pimentel, Cole Carriero, Cohen Kimball, Dylan Konrad and Rowan Arthurs did not let anything past the blue line for the rest of the period.

In the second period, Carson Stadler was in the neutral zone and made a nice shot off the boards to Carson Koehler to Dylan Marchand. Marchand scored top shelf to get the Capitals on the board.

Both teams battled hard with the Kings scoring near the end of the period.

In the third period the Capitals worked hard, trying to connect the passes to rushes to shots on goal.

The Kings scored early off a deflection to put them ahead by two, but the Caps’ Chase Simpson, on a pass from Mario Perez, put on the jets to get through three players and deke the goalie to slide one in under the pad. Max Youseff earned a beauty wraparound goal assisted by Lucas Grilo and Eli Robertson to tie the game.

With seconds left, the Kings scored a goal with the puck just barely squeezing between Jozef Zieba and the post.

The Kings took the win 4-3.

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Flyers soar above Maroons 2017-2018

By Bryan Jessop

T

he Flyers completed a lengthy stretch on the marker, which sent Massara to the bench of R and R for the holiday break, but in favour of Ryan Wagner for the remainder of the came back to greet 2018 with R and R of game. Shots for the middle period were 14-11 favouring the Maroons. a different kind — Robinson and Rychel.

Leamington successfully shifted to a more defenThe two forward linemates combined for eight points in a convincing 6-1 victory over the Chatham sive stance for the third, where neither team made Maroons Thursday, Jan. 4. The victory marked the additions to the scoreboard. Chatham outshot the second consecutive game at Highbury Canco Flyers by a margin of 11-10 for a 60-minute total Arena where the Flyers notched half a dozen tal- of 35-34, but couldn’t beat Hedrick a second time.

Chatham was one for four on the power play lies against their easterly rivals while also keeping Leamington in the thick of the race for second in while Leamington managed two for four.

“We made some big plays around the net,” notthe Western Conference.

Leamington owned the first period lock, stock ed Flyers head coach Tony Piroski. “We were able and barrel, where Chatham goalie John Massara to score goals, but our goaltending was really good too. Hedrick made some big saves for faced a steady stream of shots and us. We went out there knowing that if quality scoring chances while the we were going to be rusty, we’d have Flyers’ Noah Hedrick had to come up “We made to come up with the effort to make up big with a couple significant stops, for it — and that’s what we did. Robbut was otherwise untested. Griffin some big plays inson and Rychel made some good Robinson got the scoring started with around the net.” decisions with the puck and that paid a wrist shot from inside the faceoff off tonight.” circle to the right of the Maroons’ net, - Flyers head Robinson, who leads the Flyers in finding the far left side at knee height. coach Tony points thus far in the regular season, The power play opener was set up by Piroski admitted to being surprised by regAndrew Thoms and Maddux Rychel. istering a four-point performance to About six minutes later, a wrist Leamington’s Roy DiNiro and Chatham’s Jake O’Donnell shot from the point was deflected start the New Year. battle behind the Maroons’ net for control of the puck dur“I really don’t know what it was, alinto the net as the puck descended ing the first period of a Thursday, Jan. 4 match at Highthough we had a really good practice to nearly ice level before crossing bury Canco Arena. The Flyers won 6-1.

(Sun photo) last night,” he noted. “We (himself, Rythe goal line. Cody Schneider earned the goal, with assists going to Dalton Langlois and chel and Bain) played Triple A together for a couple Kade McKibbon. The forward assault continued years, which helps our line.”

Leamington’s next home game will be played with another Flyers’ power play opportunity when Colton O’Brien found an ice-level opening with Thursday, Jan. 11 at 7:10 p.m. against the confera sharp angle shot from the left of the Chatham ence leading London Nationals.

“London is the cream of the crop and they picked goal that found the far side. Robinson and Rychel up a couple new players,” Piroski said. “They’ll be earned the assists.

With 86 seconds to go before the first buzzer, a good test for us. That’s a game we’ll really have Nathan Skulley took a feed from Kenny Styles and to be ready for.” while situated between the hash marks, sent a Rest of the West wrister into the lower right side of the visitors’ goal.

On Wednesday, Jan. 3, the London Nationals blanked the Komoka Kings in a 3-0 decision while Flyers captain Zach Guilbeault fires a pass to the point as the Ma- Rory DiNiro was credited with the second helper. roons’ Dakota Bohn looks on during the opening period After 20 minutes, the Flyers outshot their guests the LaSalle Vipers cruised past the St. Marys Lin(Sun photo) 13-10. colns 9-2. A Thursday game for the Nationals in The Maroons offered more spir- Sarnia against the Legionnaires was postponed by ited resistance in the second frame, poor weather and road conditions, as were both but saw the deficit grow from four Friday games — the Vipers at the St. Marys LinSte- colns and the St. Thomas Stars at Strathroy Rockgoals to five after 40 minutes. Ste ven Fowler put Chatham on the ets. On Saturday, Komoka defeated the Lincolns board by one-timing a pass by 7-2 as a match between the Maroons and Rockets Dane Johnstone at ice level and was postponed. In Sunday’s only game, the Mami- roons fell 8-4 against the Nationals. past Hedrick during a double mi Robnor power play for his team. Rob inson replied with his second of the Western Conference Standings night by maneuvering with the puck as of January 9, 2018 visithrough defensive traffic in the visi Team OL Pts. G W L T tors’ zone before launching a close London 2 56 35 27 6 0 Leamington 1 47 34 21 8 4 crossrange backhander under the cross LaSalle 1 44 35 21 12 1 durbar. Forty-four seconds later, dur Sarnia 3 44 35 20 11 1 ing another man advantage, Rychel Kenny Styles of the Flyers foreSt. Thomas 1 42 34 20 12 1 checks against the Maroons’ Bryce benefited from a quick tic-tac-toe Chatham 1 33 34 16 17 0 Yetman during the first period of a Komoka 2 22 35 8 21 4 passing play during a rush at the Western Conference game.

Strathroy 2 17 33 7 23 1 Maroons’ net to make it 6-1.

Helpers (SUN Photo) St. Marys 3 16 33 6 23 1 came from Blake Bain and Robinson

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