Ride with the Mayor at the Tomato Festival Parade contest
Leamington children aged five to 14 are challenged to show their community pride for a chance to ride with Mayor John Paterson in the Tomato Festival Parade on Saturday, August 17. It’s easy! All you need to do is submit a short video essay about “Why you love living in Leamington”. Read the complete rules below and be creative. Deadline for submissions is Monday, August 12.
Ride with the Mayor Contest Rules
• The winner will be invited to ride with Mayor John Paterson in the Tomato Festival Parade on August 17.
• Children ages five to 14 and a resident of Leamington are eligible to enter.
• Teams may enter, but only one member of the winning team will ride in the mayor’s vehicle.
• If the winner is unable to attend with the mayor, the prize will go to the runnerup.
• The winner will be notified of when and where to meet the mayor on parade day.
• No food or beverages will be permitted while riding in the parade vehicle.
• Video submissions should not exceed 2:30 in length and will be titled “Why I Love Living in Leamington”.
• Submissions will be judged in an age appropriate fashion on: 1/3 “heart”, 1/3 quality, and 1/3 creativity.
• The judging panel will consist of 3 members of Council. Their decision will be final.
• Submission deadline is Monday, August 12. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 14.
• Submission must include name, age and contact information.
• All submissions become the property of the Municipality of Leamington and may be used by the municipality to promote the city but will not be sold for any purpose.
Upload your video by following the link on the home page of the municipality’s website www.leamington.ca or send an email to ridewiththemayor@leamington.ca
Sunparlour Rodeo
weighing in under a specific limit.
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edition of the rodeo.
AT RIGHT: Breakaway roping was one of many popular events during the 12th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo, held Saturday, Aug. 3 and Sunday, Aug. 4 at Easy Walking Stables in Kingsville. Each year’s rodeo, part of the Rawhide Rodeo Tour, is organized by the Pavao family. Proceeds raised through ticket sales and sponsorship support benefit W.E. Care For Kids and in past years, have been used to purchase equipment for Leamington District Memorial Hospital. Backed by ideal weather conditions, this year’s rodeo was deemed a tremendous success. Organizers estimated that the two-day fundraiser had the potential to hit the $200,000 mark this year. (SUN Photos)
ABOVE: A crowd favourite for the 12th annual Sun Parlour Rodeo was mutton busting, open to all youths
In similar fashion to bronco riding, youths ride atop a sheep for a tar-
seconds. Pictured here is Marissa Adams just after launching from the chute. The event was
only competitor to reach the eight-second mark on the Saturday, Aug. 3
Pelee Past Questers enjoying local history and landmarks
Pelee Past Questers #1498 is an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education. The group is now chartered with 12 members. They
continue to meet during the summer focusing on field trips. It has been absolutely amazing how people have stepped up to assist with the making of this chapter. Quester newest member, Kathryn Brooker, has consented to be historian.
Secretary Eileen Wonnick spoke at the January meeting. She brought her collection of Toby Mugs to share the history acquisition by Dalton. She included her story of initial interest, and continuing gifts by family and friends. Mame Nicholson, a former Quester member, was the guest.
Collecting Coins was the theme of the February meeting presented by Glenn Sellick with the visual done by former member Tom Miser, especially the US wheat penny.
The March meeting was Heritage Kitchen and Gardens. Quester Susan Ross had researched the heritage tomatoes and brought samples for the group to try. She and other members brought antique kitchen utensils.
The meeting for April was held at Annabelle’s on Main where the Quester group enjoyed fantastic desserts and a variety of teas. Owner Susanne Brown answered questions on her collection in the restaurant.
May was Pelee Past Questers one-year anniversary celebration.
Questers had an awesome June meeting with Lydia Miljan leading a Walking Tour of Kingsville Heritage Homes. She shared insight on the advantages of becoming designated and talked about some of the homes that haven’t applied yet but are qualified. She has some concern that these homes will be lost for future generations. The group’s guest was Kathryn Brooker, who promptly joined.
July was a fun business meeting in the gazebo at The Waterfront Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt. This followed a tour of the Black Historical Museum and Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church. The Questers also attended the Gibson Gallery to view the W.F. Stidworthy exhibit.
August meeting is a lakeside potluck at the Kings, 348 Robson Rd. Speaker Allan King will be preparing the Pelee Past Questers to enjoy the 1812 Sailing Ship Tours in the area. His topic is the Parts of the Wooden Ships and Useful Information.
Pelee Past Questers June meeting included a walking tour of Kingsville Heritage Homes. From left to right are Questers Lyse Boily, Kathryn Brooker, Eileen Wonnick, Ann Mocan and tour leader Lydiea Miljan.
A tour of the Black Historical Museum, Nazrey African Methodist Episcopal Church and the Gibson Gallery highlighted the July meeting of Pelee Past Questers. Pictured at the museum, front row left to right: Margaret Fuller, Beth Smith, Elvira Cacciavillani, Kathryn Brooker, Lyse Boily and Celeste Hurst (museum docent). Back row: Ann Mocan, Christopher, Leo Smith, Allan King.
Ketchup to Art
The Heinz Ketchup to Art Show opening reception is August 16, 7-9. The Heinz Ketchup to Art Show’s focus is to celebrate the proud heritage and culture of the great town of Leamington as the tomato capital of Canada. This exhibition combines two vital parts of our region, agriculture and the arts. Grown with creativity and uniqueness, in this exhibition and community event, ketchup becomes a work of art! This exhibition is open to all amateur and professional visual artists. All mediums accepted in 2D and 3D (painting, photography, sculpture, textile, installations, etc.) A maximum of 4 entries per artist. All artwork MUST be in the theme of Heinz, Tomatoes or Ketchup.
Lifestyles column brings back memories
Letter to the Editor:
This letter is in response to the Lifestyles column of July 31, 2013 by Shannon Matheson entitled “Hang it up”. Her writing of the clothesline and dish drying caused my mind to explode with wonderful memories.
story when crows were the topic of the day. She had mulberry trees which the crows loved. It was a revelation when she accidentally found the answer to purple droppings on her line-hung laundry.
I balked, holding on to my wringer-washer until it died and they no longer were available. My automatic does not clean as did the wringer. The clothes dryer beats all fabric, wearing it out. I still have my beloved clothesline where all fabrics dry gently. No fabric softener can match the softness nor smell of line drying. What an awesome sleep aid to our senses. I’m sure that Children’s Aid would be removing my grandchildren from my care if I leashed them to the clothesline as I did with our sons.
A forgiving soul, she would break up stale bread for birds to eat. After supper one evening there was also some wine to be disposed of. For a real treat she turned the lid of her garbage can, broke the bread in it, followed by a sprinkling of wine on the crumbs. While enjoying an evening, sitting on her porch with her hubby, they noted that the crows in particular found this treat most palatable. After a bit they saw that the crows were having difficulty becoming airborne. They were flipping and flopping all over.
Anyone who knows anything about crows knows that they are very smart birds. They are in community speaking with other crows. They can be tamed and taught to speak.
Yes, your lack of time is a real reason. But, birds and mulberry trees are an excuse because I have the answer, which was provided by a lady in her 90s. She told me this
Pucker up!
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cherries did you?” he smirked. Well he wasn’t smirking that evening when he puckered up for his share of the tart cherries instead of a kiss.
With a title like that you guessed it, I’m going to talk about kissing but not until your puckered up a little.
Sour cherries. Their harvest season has come and gone, and although I enjoyed a few bowls full of sweet cherries, it wasn’t until this week that I learned the health benefits from eating them. Both sweet and sour cherries, like many other foods, have unique properties that help heal us.
I love my job as an Ad Manager for many reasons, but meeting the people that I have and getting to know them on a friendly basis is one of the best. This past week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with a very well respected businessman in our community. I don’t recall how we got on to the topic of cherries, but think it had to do with hard work and aches and pains.
Diligently, he suffered through two cups a night and after three weeks, as his dosage went down to just one cup, he noted his pain was gone. There was no ‘spoonful of sugar to help the medicine go down’ but the disappearance of the aches and pains was enough to make each swallow a little bit easier.
More than ten years ago, this individual had to give up hockey because of the pain in his knees. Knee pain and the onset of arthritis are common side effects from daily wear and tear, and especially sports. It stops us in our tracks from living the life that we have envisioned and causes us to stop doing some of the things we love, including work.
The typical pain and anti-inflammatory medications did not work for my friend, and when he was given the sentence of pain for the rest of his life, he even considered selling his business. He could no longer work the long hours that he had been with the pain that he was experiencing at that time.
Coincidentally, he and his wife had dinner with friend that just so happens to hold the knowledge of the perfect remedy, and it was natural with no side effects.
Although he wasn’t a believer in ‘snake bite’, he listened politely but let the information go in one ear and out the other. His wife on the other hand listened more intensely. The next day, when he arrived home from work, he chuckled seeing his wife bagging sour cherries by the cup full. There was enough bagged and put into the freezer for an entire year! “You didn’t believe that malarkey about the
Ten years later and still very actively running his business, he smiles easily and boasts that he is pain free! The skeptic in him tested the remedy every so often over the years, but after three days without, the pain would return. Questioning the facts just wasn’t worth it.
So, I left his office the other day and headed east as quickly as I could to get my pails of cherries before the end of the day. I called Mark and Anna and told them I had the cure for all our achy joints, muscles and gout if it ever decided to visit our big toes.
While I eat my daily cup of cherries, I pucker up and kissing comes to my mind. I wonder to myself whether or not there are benefits to kissing as well. With the help of Google, my questions have been answered: a kiss lowers cholesterol by lowering cortisol and anxiety and raises our serotonin levels; keeps us happy by increasing our immunity and decreasing cavities; calms us down by promoting pleasure, raises our oxytocyn levels and reduces pain by its antiseptic and dopamine properties; strengthens relationships and promotes togetherness. People that kiss live on an average up to five years longer.
“It’s a smile, it’s a kiss, it’s a sip of wine… it’s summertime!” – Kenny Chesney
Leamington Post Office downsized...
Dear Editor,
In January, Canada Post informed the National Union they are downsizing 66 post offices across Canada. On June 24 they informed the local union that Amherstburg and Leamington are included in that list as part of a review that aims at going to a “smaller retail model”.
This new model would make our post office into little more than a hole in a wall, with one point-of-sale register. When Canada Post first implemented this new model in Chatham, it cut the size of the post office in half and eliminated 1.5 positions, leaving one clerk and frustrated customers who have complained about long wait times. This does not bode well for continued customer service for our office.
Having our post offices in the downtown core draws customers to other small businesses, helping to revitalize downtown growth initiatives.
The financial viability of our post office and service levels will decline now that Canada Post has decided to make our post office smaller. Furthermore, if revenue goes down the corporation could argue that our post office should close or privatize. Canada Post is often the only government presence in smaller communities.
The closing and shrinking of offices is all part of Canada Post’s strategy to reduce costs and encourage or force people to go to private sector outlets, which, in turn, would create the appearance of a crisis of serious loss of revenues. In actual fact, without the ability to service the public, Canada Post is not allowing us the resources to increase revenues and
diversify services.
Canada Post has a mandate to follow the Canada Post Act, which allows universal, affordable access to public postal services from coast to coast to coast.
In 2014 the government is conducting a mandate review of postal services. This allows the valuable input from the public. Would it not be more transparent, during the postal mandate review, to research the possibility of downsizing retail outlets at that time? Why do this now, before the public has a say in the mandate review and while parliament is currently not in session?
Instead of downsizing, downgrading and closing public post offices, Canada Post could expand its retail
network like Australia Post is doing. It could also add new revenue-generating services such as postal banking, passport applications and student loans.
There are many options Canada Post could consider instead of undermining a post office that is an important part of our community.
The conservative government and Canada Post seem completely unwilling to discuss any proposals for developing new business. It is as if they are intentionally trying to drive the post office into the ground, so they can say that we are redundant and unprofitable.
Canada Post has generated a profit and paid dividends back to the government for 15 of the past 16
years. The only year the corporation did not pay a dividend back to the government was the year that the corporation illegally locked their workers out. The mandate is only for the corporation to be self-sufficient.
This is still YOUR PUBLIC post office. YOU, the PUBLIC, still have a say in how your post office should look. Please voice your concerns. Contact your local MP to offer support for maintaining retail postal services and a public post office. It is paramount that you act now!
Sincerely,
Sue Markham, President, Canadian Union of Postal Workers Local 500
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They also have an elephantine memory. Can you imagine their telling of their drunken experience to their family and friends?
After the incident my elderly friends states that the crows gave her property a wide berth. She was never troubled again with poop on her laundry, purple or otherwise. True story!
I agree also about dishes. Doing the dishes, especially with visitors, was a special intimate occasion. Being talked into a dishwasher is a regret to me. Done by hand with a hot water and vinegar rinse never leaves a spot. There are so many products available that try to match hand-washing results. Why not just hand wash? It is the only answer to “squeaky clean” results.
Let’s not even get into emails versus the handwritten. When I see my mailbox smiling I know that it holds something handwritten. As I open the envelope I can feel the energy, the spirit, the caring of whomever cared enough to send their touch to me. It feels like a hug. Is our world too fast paced to make memories? If we stop to smell some roses, what a disappointment if they are plastic.
I never miss reading the Lifestyles column. Always a great read.
– Doreen Stonehouse, Tilbury
The Leamington Post Office, now with one point-of-sale counter.
• Advance tickets will be available starting Wednesday, August 7 at Salon Anjolie and the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex for $7 each.
• 30th Annual Leamington Tomato Festival Scholarship
• Thursday, August 15 at 7 p.m.
• Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex
Deanna Abbruzzese, 17, Cardinal Carter S.S. Leamington
Ashley Clifford, 17, Leamington District S.S. Leamington Jenna Zanki, 18, Leamington District S.S. Leamington
Jessica Epp, 16, UMEI Christian High School Leamington Eva Wiebe, 17, Leamington District S.S. Leamington Vanessa Vreman, 18, Cardinal Carter S.S. Leamington Jade Parent, 17, Cardinal Carter S.S. Ruthven Jacqueline Verellen, 19, U of Western Ontario Kent Bridge Chanel Riosa, 19, Wayne State University Kingsville
Ondejko, 16, Leamington District S.S. Leamington
Mara Ondejko, 16, Leamington District S.S. Leamington Nicole Ricci, 18, Cardinal Carter S.S. Kingsville “Girl Power”
The theme for the 2013, 30th annual Leamington Tomato Scholarship Pageant is Girl Power. According to Sue Scaddan, pageant coordinator, the 11 contestants must pick a woman who they feel has made a difference in their lives, or mankind. They will speak of who they chose and why. This year’s contestants, from left to right, are Jenna Zanki, Eva Wiebe, Vanessa Vreman, Jessica Epp, Ashley Clifford, Jade Parent, Nicole Ricci, Deanna Abbruzzese, Mara Ondejko, Jacqueline Verellen and Chanel Riosa.
Pageant
Photos courtesy of Lindsey Langlois of F8 Photography
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ANSWERS ON PAGE 28
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, try not to pick sides when asked for your opinion on a dispute between close friends. Giving the impression of picking sides may strain a friendship.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
Many positive things are on the horizon, Taurus. You just have to get through a few rough spots before it is clearer sailing this week. Pisces is a pivotal player.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
Challenge yourself this week, Gemini. Now is a great time to take on a new hobby or task and test your mettle. You will be glad you did when you accomplish your goals.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
Cancer, trust those around you as they can be a valuable source of support and encourgagment. Work to be there for them as much as they have been there for you.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, a travel opportunity is just over the horizon, so have your bags packed and ready to depart at a moment's notice. You can certainly use some time away.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
Virgo, once you think you have everything figured out, a few variables get thrown into the mix. You will show your ability to solve problems if you can handle the task.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
Libra, someone close to you puts their faith in your ability to get a job done. Devote all of your attention to completing this task, and it will only enhance your resume.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Scorpio, others are quick to look to you for help because of your work ethic, experience and attention to detail. Embrace these opportunities as they can help your career.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
Sagittarius, it could be in your best interest to remain out of the spotlight at the next social gathering. You might have a more enjoyable time as a fly on the wall.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, tight deadlines at work will have the pressure on you and your coworkers. But stick to the task at hand, and you will reap the rewards in the near future.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
Hard work will get you ahead, Aquarius. Don't shy away from an opportunity that comes your way, even if it seems less than promising at first glance.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, you may find yourself in a leadership role this week and will be called on to make a lot of decisions. Take advantage of this opportunity.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
AUGUST 4
Billy Bob Thornton, Actor (58)
AUGUST 5
Lolo Jones, Athlete (31)
AUGUST 6
Soleil Moon Frye, Actress (37)
AUGUST 7
John Glover, Actor (69)
AUGUST 8
Scott Stapp, Singer (40)
AUGUST 9
Melanie Griffith, Actress (56)
AUGUST 10
Suzanne Collins, Author (51)
MARK RIBBLE Rib’s
Help! I’ve been stereotyped!
I guess I’m just an ‘old newspaper guy.’
Not what I aspired to be when I first walked through the doors at the Leamington Post in 1985. I was 24 years old and had what I thought was my whole life ahead of me. All Tony Duncan could promise me was a regular paycheque and that’s all I really wanted. After spending a year in the slumping real estate business, I also badly needed the paycheque.
to send in my thoughts and grateful to the countless readers who have approached me about my column. I encourage everyone to keep on reading this small-town paper, even long after I’m gone.
So, the search continues. I keep on tweaking the old resume, hoping that eventually it will catch someone’s attention.
I’m sure eventually, it will.
It was a new adventure for me, learning how to run a Goss offset press, making printing plates and pasting up advertisements for the upcoming issues.
At one point in those early days, I was the only non-smoker in a room of six people, which bulged to eight when the editorial staff came in to paste up the week’s pages on Monday nights.
Needless to say it was hard to breathe and I think I was the only person on staff who was happy when the government outlawed smoking in the workplace. You could say I breathed a sigh of relief.
Our computers were the size of refrigerators and the copy came out on a ticker-tape, which was fed into a developing unit, which spit out wet typed copy in paragraph form. Once it dried, it was waxed, cut and pasted onto a page template. This routine was repeated every Monday in order to get the paper out on the street by Wednesday morning.
Those were the days, long before Mac computers and all the software used today. Now, you can put a paper together in a matter of a couple of hours and have it printed later in the day. Progress is great. Imagine having that technology when man walked on the moon, or when Kennedy was assassinated.
Through technology we’ve been able to get news as it happens. Everyone remembers watching O.J. Simpson in that white Bronco on the Los Angeles freeways. And we all remember watching his trial live on TV.
Alas, the lost art of newspapering is long gone, along with lead type and 35mm film. I learned so much that is really now just useless information, except for the memories. I guess that’s why I’ve been pegged as an ‘old newspaper guy.’
Yes, that’s what I was told during an interview last week. It was my second interview with another newspaper company. My lament was the lack of job opportunities over the past few months. The interviewer’s reply was that I was probably being stereotyped.
Funny, though, he was an old newspaper guy too and we spent some time reminiscing about the old days. But it wasn’t long before he told me that the job was straight commission only. With that, my aspirations of getting back into the ‘biz’ fizzled faster than Anthony Weiner’s mayoral campaign.
The company apparently wanted this ‘old newspaper guy’ but were unwilling to hire me full time and give me a salary and benefits.
He says that’s what it’s come to in the newspaper business. I’ve been out of it for eight months now, so I guess things have changed dramatically.
Things have been changing for some time now. It’s a sign of the times, but I firmly believe that people in a certain demographic, being over 35, prefer to sit with their local
Ramblings paper and cup of coffee in hand and I don’t know if that will ever change. The youngsters, well they are glued to their computer screens and smartphones for just about everything these days, so getting them to read a newspaper is probably asking just a bit too much. After all, who’d want to reach up and turn a page when you can just swipe your screen?
The Southpoint Sun is a local, independent paper, thriving on the work of a handful of dedicated people, all of whom are exceptional in their own way. I’m happy to have a place
Well, it had better. This ‘old newspaper guy’ isn’t quite ready for retirement.
RIDE WITH THE MAYOR IN THE TOMATO FESTIVAL PARADE CONTEST
Leamington children aged five to 14 are encouraged to show their community pride for a chance to ride with Mayor John Paterson in the Tomato Festival Parade on Saturday, Aug. 17th. It’s easy! All you need to do is submit a short video essay telling us “Why you love living in Leamington”. Read the complete contest rules on our website and start filming today. Deadline for submissions is Monday, Aug. 12.
TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT!
LEAMINGTON PHOTO CONTEST
You are invited to submit your best pictures reflecting what Leamington is all about. Photos selected will help promote our community and may be part of our website and social media. Categories include Leamington People, Leamington Local Attractions and Events, Leamington Landscapes and Nature, Leamington Agriculture and Businesses. The best overall photo in each category will win a prize! Deadline for entering is Sept. 30. See our web site for submission details.
WWW.LEAMINGTON.CA
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Community groups, agencies and not for profits can now add their own events to the community calendar on our web site. Just click on the Community Calendar button on the home page and then click on the “submit your event” button on the right hand side.. Your event will come to us for approval and will be posted as soon as possible.
LEAMINGTON KINSMEN RECREATION COMPLEX
Red Cross Swim Lessons – offered daily for a 2 week period therefore you can still register for August swim lessons if there are openings. Morning, evening or weekend classes. All Levels: Preschool and Swim Kids 1 – 10. Summer Day Camp – ages 4 – 7 & 8 – 12. The fun continues until Aug. 30th. Register in advance by the day or by the week. Registrations the day of the program are subject to an additional $10. fee per child. Camp counselors are trained in HIGH FIVE principles of healthy child development. Swimming each day; Skating on Tues. & Thurs.; Electives each day and a different Theme each
Inducted into Essex Ag Hall of Fame
The Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame inducted six new members this year at the Harrow Agricultural Exhibition Hall. The recipients who will now have their portrait hung in the Harrow Ag Exhibition Hall included (the late) Bruce Crozier, Herb Enns, John Omstead, Harold Douglas, Carl Huffman and Gerald Herdman. Guest speaker for the evening was Joe Byrne.
Herb Enns
1940 –
Herb Enns was born in 1940 and grew up on the family farm in Mersea Township. He successfully completed his Secondary School Education in 1958. He then became a full time cash crop farmer where after being married raised two sons on the home farm. He was an innovator in the farming business where he performed many farm trials growing different types and varieties of grain. He was always experimenting with a variety of tillage practices in the different
soils.
Herb was a board member of the United Cooperatives of Ontario, Essex Group 1965-1975. He was President of the Essex County Federation of Agriculture 1975-1976. In 1976 Herb was on the Ontario Soybean Growers Marketing Board as Chairman of the Negotiation Committee and a Public Relations Committee Member.
From 1985 to 1991 he was elected as a Mersea Township Councillor. He became a member of South Essex Community Council, a Transit Committee Member and a Wheatley Recreation Committee Member. Lastly he served on the Essex Region Conservation Authority as a Member and Tender Committee Member.
week to keep the kids excited and coming back for more! Early Registration for FALL programs begins on Mon. Aug. 19th @ 7:00 am. Check out the new FALL/WINTER 1 Activity Guide www.leamington.ca/recreation
MARRIAGE LICENSES & WEDDINGS
Marriage Licenses are issued at the municipal office for $135.00. Proof of age, and all original documents are required – no photocopies accepted.
Municipal Staff perform Civil Marriage Ceremonies during office hours, evenings and weekends. We now perform ceremonies outside the municipal border. Please call or attend the municipal office for more details.
GARAGE/YARD SALES
Residents may only hold a maximum of 3 yard or garage sales per calendar year. Each sale cannot exceed 3 consecutive calendar days and shall only be within the hours of 8:00 a.m and 7:00 p.m. call or attend the municipal office for more details.
POOL FENCES
A Pool Enclosure permit prior to erecting a pool is required for all outdoor swimming pools (including inflatable pools) capable of holding greater than 30 cm or 11.8 inches of water which are not emptied at least daily (Bylaw 50-99). Call the Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer at extension 1119 for further information on a Pool Enclosure Permit. View Leamington’s
Herb became Chairman of the Essex County Soybean Growers Association from 1991-1994 and Committeeman for the Essex County Corn Producers Association.
Mersea Township enjoyed having Herb as Deputy Mayor from 1994-1998. He once again was on the Essex Region Conservation Authority and Tender Committee. He joined the Environmental Farm Plan – Peer Review Committee and the Essex County Farm Safety Committee.
In the community Herb can be seen helping deliver Goodfellow Baskets and canvassing for Heart & Stroke. He volunteers each week at the local Thrift Shop and is on the leadership team at his church.
The agriculture community has awarded Herb Enns with the OFA certificate for 1989 and 1993. He received the 1993 National No-tillage Conference Certificate from Louisville Kentucky. Others are the 1989 Grower Pesticide Safety Course Certificate, the Environmental Farm Plan Certificate and the Conservation Farm Award 2002.
Herb Enns in his 22 years on Municipal Council has always kept the Agriculture Industry in the public eye. He is always ready and willing to promote Agriculture in the local community and to our elected officials locally, in Toronto and Ottawa. Herb is a great candidate for the Hall of Fame.
Sponsored by: Essex County Federation of Agriculture
Herb Enns
Meteor showers expected to peak August 11-12
The Perseids meteor showers are active every year between July 17 and August 24. The shower is expected to peak August 11-12. During the peak, the rate of meteors reaches 60 or more an hour. As with all meteor showers, the rate is greatest in the predawn hours when the side of the Earth nearest the sun scoops up more meteors as the Earth moves through space.
The Perseids meteor showers are associated with the Swift-Tuffle Comet. The stream of debris is called the Perseid cloud and stretches along the orbit of the comet Swift-Tuttle. The cloud consists of particles ejected by the comet as it travels on its 130-year orbit.
The meteors can be seen all across the sky, but because of the path of Swift-Tuttles orbit they are primarily visible in the northern hemisphere.
Most of the dust in the cloud today is around a thousand years old. However, there is also relatively young filament of dust in the stream that was pulled off the comet in 1865. The rate of meteors originating from this filament is much higher than from the older part of the stream.
The Perseid meteor showers have been observed for about 2000 years.
(Source: Wikipedia)
Sandie Collins
August 6 - 31
Opening Reception
Friday, August 9, 7-9pm
Leamington Arts Centre
“This series is an intuitive and visual account of my recent trip to Iceland. The awareness that there could be change at any time, responding to the heat and molten rock under my feet, as I watch the hot water spewing out of the holes in the ground, seems to suggest the nostrils of the earth. This work is my reactive response to this harsh environment and to my life as it changes and grows.”
Leamington Br. 84 Legion news
By Pat Simpson
Just a reminder that the Seniors Social for August will be held Wednesday, August 14 at Leamington Legion. The meal this month is a cold plate including potato salad with ice cream for dessert. Come out to the Branch and enjoy an afternoon of dancing and great food. Doors open at 3:00 p.m.
BANK NOTES
MAKE A DIRECT IMPACT ON THE ARTS IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
Help The Bank Theatre and Meeting Place provide affordable and accessible live theatre, music and dance. As a Registered Charity we rely on community-minded individuals and organizations to accomplish what we do. Phase II of our Capital Campaign is underway. We are raising the roof and removing the vault to improve acoustics, lighting and sight lines and to increase the size of the stage. We have many sponsorship opportunities available and donations are always welcome and appreciated. We also have advertisement opportunities available in our programs, on our posters and on our tickets.
Working together we can bring exciting and affordable live entertainment to the area.
Donations to our organization can be made online at http://banktheatre.com/donate.html
Cheques should be made out to Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre and mailed to: Box 434, Leamington, ON N8H 3W5
A Dart Tournament will be held Saturday, August 24 at the Branch. Cost is $5. There will be ladies singles, men’s singles and mixed doubles (draw for partners). Register at noon, play at 1:00 p.m. Enjoy a fun afternoon of darts and get ready for the start of the dart leagues.
The winners of last Friday night darts were Larry and Betty, with Al and Bev placing second. Friday darts is played every Friday evening starting a 8 p.m. A fun time and no experience necessary.
For more information, please contact Helen, our treasurer (519-3264718) or email us at donate@banktheatre.com/donate.html.
SUMMER CAMPS AT TBT
TRANSFORMED WITH THUNK THE SKUNK - Appearing at The Bank Theatre, August 9, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Presented by Helping Hands Puppet Ministry of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and children from the area. Sponsored by Sonshine Lutheran Church. For more info about having your child appear in this production, please call 519-984-3553.
OFF-SITE MUSIC SERIES IS COMING!
The Bank Theatre's OFF-SITE MUSIC SERIES begins this coming September 7. Our monthly music events will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, Leamington, while Phase 2 of our renovations are underway at the theatre. The Series will be on Saturday nights with the doors opening at 6:30 and the performance starting at 7:00. The first concert in the series is Canada's Women of Song. Come and be entertained by four of our local, wonderfully talented women as they share the music of Canada's Women of Song. You'll hear the songs of Joni Mitchell, Sylvia Tyson, Sarah Harmer, Rita MacNeil, Anne Murray, and so many, many more. Read next week's BANK NOTES for further details.
Our second concert will be Dale Butler's Tribute to John Denver, on October 5th.
Tickets for the Off-Site Music Series are $12 (advance/door). Advance sales locations are: Guardian Drug - 20 Talbot St. E., Leamington The Lesson Lounge -120 Erie St. S., Leamington Rebel Cowboy Music - 49 Main St. W., Kingsville The Party & Discount Store - 8 Talbot St. W., Wheatley
NEW CHILDREN'S CHOIR in Leamington directed by Erin Armstrong and Christine Turingia. Rehearsals from 6-8pm Tuesday nights starting after Labour Day at Mersea United Church in Blytheswood. Performances: Saturday, December 7, 7pm at Knox Presbyterian, Leamington (part of The Bank Theatre's OFF-SITE MUSIC SERIES) followed by Sunday, December 8 at 2pm. Call 519-965-4648 to register. $100 for the Fall Semester.
The Bank Theatre and Music Moves Kids pasta dinner and show was a wonderful success with everyone enjoying a delicious pasta dinner followed by an exciting and entertaining show. A big thank you goes to The Portuguese Club, Erin and Nancy Armstrong and the Music Moves Kids crew. A special thank you to all the amazingly talented kids for your performance and all the families and friends who came out to support the event. What a great evening it was!
Volunteer! Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre and The Bank Theatre appreciate the many hands that put on each of our productions. We are always looking for volunteers to bring their excitement and enthusiasm to share and learn the crafts of acting, singing and dancing, AND, it isn’t just about acting on stage… We need volunteers for all aspects of directing, technical, backstage and front of house duties. If you are interested in having a good time while helping put together high quality community Arts events, we can put your talent and enthusiasm to work! Send us an email or give us a call – banktheatre@gmail.com / 519-326-8805
Sciensational Sssnakes! a hit at Point Pelee
On Sunday, August 4, Point Pelee National Park hosted Sciensational Sssnakes, a family friendly event where visitors had the opportunity to get up close to the snakes and turtles that call Point Pelee home. Those brave enough even got a chance to hold and touch the reptiles.
Sciensational Sssnakes provides hands-on education about reptiles and amphibians, their ecology and the conservation issues they face.
Young visitor Wei Ji holds a Grey Ratsnake, the longest snake found in Ontario.
Gordon Tofflemire is fascinated by a Western Hognosed Snake.
Jenny Pearce from Sciensational Ssnakes helps Débora Carina Resende and family have a close encounter with a Bull Snake, native to western Canada.
Photos courtesy of Point Pelee National Park
2013 Business Excellence nominations open
The Leamington District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that nominations are open for the 2013 Business Excellence Awards, sponsored by United Communities Credit Union.
“This is another exciting year for the awards,” said Sally McDonald, General Manager of the Chamber. “The format we started in 2011 has been such a great success that we are continuing the appetizer/mingling networking format. We are so lucky in this economy to have United Communities Credit Union as the event sponsor again, as well as a new sponsor this year, Bank of Montreal! And to encourage nominations, each nominator will be entered in a chance to win $250 in Chamber Dollars, redeemable at any business
in Leamington, Kingsville and Wheatley areas.”
The award categories and sponsors are as follows: Customer First – CIBC; Alf Bennie Award – Blackburn Radio; Warm Welcome – Parks Canada (Point Pelee National Park); Invest in a World Class Workforce – Workforce Windsor/Essex; Home Grown Award – Bank of Montreal; Youth Excellence – Scotiabank; Welcoming Accessibility –Community Living Essex County; Small Business Excellence – Windsor Family Credit Union; Innovation Award – Municipality of Leamington; Industrial/Manufacturing Excellence – WindsorEssex Economic Development Corporation; Excellence in Food Service – Cavendish Appetiz-
CILISKA EXCAVATING
ers.
Nomination forms are available at www.leamingtonchamber.com or at any of the above sponsor locations, or by calling the Chamber at 519-326-2721.
Enjoy Pedal Weekend and the Persied meteor showers at Point Pelee
Offered at 4 schools in Leamington & Kingsville. Ages 18 months - 12 years 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Subsidy available. For details call 519-733-8202 www.discoverychildcareschools.com
Point Pelee National Park is hosting a fun week-end of adventure on August 10-11, celebrating the park as a bikefriendly destination. Visitors are invited to discover the mysteries that lie within the Carolinian canopy by bicycle. Join a park interpreter for a bike tour from the Marsh Boardwalk to the Visitor Centre at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.
On your own schedule? Take the Great Bike Challenge. Complete the activities along the winding Centennial Bike and Hike Trail and claim your prize!
August 11 is also a Dark Sky Night. The park is open until 3 a.m. on August 12 to watch the amazing Perseid meteor showers with members of the Royal Astronomical Society at DeLaurier Homestead and Trail. Under dark skies and clear conditions, it is possible to see 50 to 60 meteors an hour.
All activities are included with admission to Point Pelee National Park. For more information about these exciting programs, or other special events that are taking place at Point Pelee this summer, contact the park at pelee. info@pc.gc.ca or call 519322-5700.
VOICES OF YOUTH IN COMMUNITY IS ACCEPTING
DONATIONS of unwanted or new exterior latex paint and supplies for the Back Alley Beautification Project. For pickup to to drop off contact Wanda Rodrigues, Youth & Family Resource Network, 519733-8983 ext. 22 or email wrodrigues@resourcenetwork.ca.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 - Not Quite Carnegie Concert Series, 7:00 p.m., featuring singer/songwriter Audrey Auld. On the lawn beside Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, 28 Division St. S., Kingsville, or in case of rain at Epworth United Church Hall. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy this free outdoor concert for all ages. Concert is free but the hat is passed for donations.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10Peachland Rebekah Lodge
Leamington is holding a Bake Sale, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Farmer’s Market, Leamington Fairgrounds.
SUNDAY AUGUST 11Leamington Caribbean Festival -
“Celebrating Canadian & Caribbean Cultures” Queens Avenue, 3:007:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Free event, live Caribbean band, dancers & refreshments. For more information please call Claudia
519-325-0876.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13Leamington Library presents Storylady & Hambone Show. Children's literature brought to life with music, fun and frolic. Interactive songs, storytelling, drama, puppetry. 11:00 a.m. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 - FREE Well Baby and Child Drop-in Clinic, from 1:00-3:30 p.m., at Mill Street Ontario Early Years Centre, 134 Mill St. (Mill St. Public School), Leamington. The clinics are for healthy babies and children from birth to 6 years old. Meet with a public health nurse to have your baby weighed and measured. Caregivers will also be able to speak with a nurse about breastfeeding, growth and development, parenting and injury prevention. No appointment needed. For more info or future clinic dates visit www.wechealthunit.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15Leamington Library presents Reptiles at Risk: On the Road. Conservation through education, presented by Scales Nature Park. An exciting hands-on educational outreach program, featuring live animals found right here in Ontario. 2:00 p.m. All ages.
Register online or at the library.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15 - The Pelee Past Questers #1498, an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration of artifacts, existing. Memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education. Our next meeting will be a pot luck at 5:00 p.m. at the Kings’ House 348 Robson Rd. Allan King will be presenting Wooden Ships Parts and Useful Information, to increase your enjoyment of the 1812 Sailing Vessel Tours offered over Labour Day. Guest always encouraged encouraged. For additional information call Jackie @ 519-3261361.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 14 & 21 - 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Free Dancing in the Park with the Royal Scottish Dance Society Windsor. No experience needed. No equipment, no partner required. No need to call, just show up... you’ll love it. Great exercise and friendly people! At Coventry Gardens, Peace Fountain, Riverside Dr. E., Windsor.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24 - Free Summer Concert featuring Early Cash, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., at the bottom of the hill at Seacliff Park. Bring a lawn chair and sit on the hill or enjoy refreshments on the concession patio. All ages welcome!
SOUTHPOINT
www.imaginecinemas.com
Due to the Civic Holiday the movie listings were not available at press time. Please check our facebook page for this week’s movie listings. Sorry for any inconvenience.
My PSA bank account
I rarely enter banks and I have no idea how to use one of those instant teller things. So, as a result, I rely upon my very capable wife to guide me through the world of bank accounts and balancing cheques and credit card receipts.
I’m about as likely to be found in a regular bank as I am being found in a place of questionable moral virtue.
LLOYD BROWNJOHN
Cobweb Corner...
It is not that I do not understand banking, interbank lending rates (libor), or fiscal and monetary policy. I can calculate interest rates in my head faster than most people can employ a calculator. I can even explain why the bank rate means so much to all of us or why European banks are suffering liquidity problems. I can even explain derivatives and toxic mortgages. But banks, routine banking and what goes on at the teller’s counter is well beyond my capacity. Periodically, I have to ask my wife “what sorts of bank accounts do we have?” (And if I have to remember my secret code for whatever debit or credit card I’m using, I stare blissfully into thin air in a plea for help.) When my wife announced that we were going to a local bank to meet with our financial advisor, I was stunned. “We have a financial advisor?” I queried. “I suppose we have an accountant too!” Well, it turns out we do not have an accountant and don’t need one as long as Revenue Canada still permits me to file my annual income tax form in pencil, with tears and sweat stains included.
So we made an appointment with our financial advisor to open something called a PSA account. At least that’s what I thought they said, so I rolled up my shirtsleeve so somebody could take some blood. I just could not understand how banks were now into the PSA testing of my prostate, but there I was anyway, sitting in a cramped bank office with a lady who had a nametag with the words “financial advisor” beneath.
She and my wife talked in low voiced tones (the sort of sub-voice one might expect if they were discussing the disposal of me after my failed PSA test). Papers were passed back and forth across a desk, and in a most soto voce they obviously concluded some sort of deal involving my fate and or disposition. I again scanned the tiny bank office looking for a set of blood sample needles or some hint of the fate I was to endure, but nothing apparent was evident.
Eventually I was directed to sign a mess of papers – which I did – and tensely looked at my wife. “What happened?” I blurted.
“Never mind,” she replied. “You now have a TFSA bank account.”
“Wow, no blood!” I said as I smiled at our financial advisor. She, in turn, looked at me, smiled, shook her head and then shook my wife’s hand. She didn’t offer me any congratulations and I suspect I still have a PSA to face.
Avoiding poison ivy
Poison ivy is a plant that is commonly found growing in bush lots or in your back yard. Unfortunately, the oil from this plant will cause an allergic reaction in 90% of people coming in contact with it. If you think you have poison ivy in your back yard, it is best to remove it as soon as possible.
Although some lucky people are immune to this ivy, the greater number will develop a rash after coming in contact with it or similar plants such as poison sumac and poison oak. If you think you are immune to this plant, keep in mind that it sometimes takes multiple exposures or even years before your system will react to it. Teach your family the hazards of this plant by using pictures, or better yet finding an actual plant and identifying the shiny three-leaf ivy.
If you come in contact with poison ivy, immediately (within 10 minutes) use rubbing alcohol on the infected area. Wash the area with water only. Do not use soap, since this will only spread the poison and make the reaction worse. Wearing gloves, thoroughly clean your shoes, tools and clothes with rubbing alcohol and warm water.
Since kids get poison ivy a lot, it is recommended to have a first aid kit on hand. Another great idea is to purchase poison ivy block at your drug store.
To remove poison ivy from the outdoors, completely cover yourself with old clothing which includes long pants and a long-sleeve shirt, socks and rubber gloves. Tuck the sleeves into the gloves so your wrists are not exposed. Most importantly, protect your eyes with goggles and use a breathing facemask to avoid inhalation. Select a day when there is no rain or wind. Cut the plant at the base (ground level) and place the ivy in a plastic garbage bag. Dig out the remaining roots and spray with a herbicide.
Burning the ivy can be a problem because the oil will carry in the smoke, giving anyone in contact a reaction, so think of the neighbors before starting the cleanup.
Remember to clean all the tools used during this process. Take the old clothes, place them in a plastic garbage bag, and throw them away.
Last but not least, don’t forget about the garbage man collecting your bags at the curb. Double bagging is a good idea, and he will thank you.
So next time you go on a hiking expedition, be safe and wear the proper clothing and lotions to minimize that chance of being accidentally exposed to poison ivy.
154th Comber Fair
August 9, 10 & 11, 2013
Admission Fee: $7.00 (includes Gov.Taxes) Age 12 and under FREE Weekend Pass: $15.00 (includes Gov.Taxes) Midway: Carter Shows
Schedule of Events
FRIDAYAUGUST 9, 2013
Gates Open - 10:00 AM 10:30AM - Baby Contest
MidwayStarts - 4:00 PM 4:00 PM - Beer Tent Opens
6:00 - 9:00 PM- Car & TruckShow (2nd Ball Diamond)
7:00 PM - Hypnotist JimmyG! (TEASER) (Grandstand) (Grandstand)
8:30 PM (Grandstand) 9:30 PM - Live Entertainment (Beer Tent)
SATURDAYAUGUST 10, 2013
Gates Open - 8:00 AM MidwayStarts - 11:00 AM 9:00AM - SOTC Horse Show
11:00 AM - Parade (Main Street ) 12:00 PM - Beer Tent Opens (2nd Ball Diamond)
4:00 PM - 4-H Beef Club Show
8:00 PM - Hypnotist JimmyG! (Grandstand) 9:30 PM - Live Entertainment (Beer Tent)
SUNDAYAUGUST 11, 2013
Gates Open - 8:00 AM MidwayStarts - 12:00
Kristin Shreve DD ~ Denturist Denture Specialist
BILL PLUMB
In the back yard...
Balloonapalooza coming to Windsor - free family fun
Balloonapalooza is North America’s only cold air balloon festival and will be held in downtown Windsor, August 17-18, 2013. It’s a free family festival that witnessed 35,000+ in attendance in its second year in 2012.
The festival is comprised of giant balloons and inflatables designed by local company Dynamic Displays, who provided the cold air balloons to the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Themes include Cartoon Corridor and Animation Alley with special appearances by characters such as Veggie Tales’ Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber; and Sesame Street favourites Elmo, Kermit and Bert. Inflatables, ranging in size from 10’ to 50’ wide, are tethered to street corners and roof tops throughout the downtown core. It is an amazing, colourful exhibit of an alternative art form that visitors, young and old, can enjoy.
Balloonapalooza also encompasses a myriad of entertainment experiences including live outdoor music performances presented by local musicians and group acts. Performances take place throughout the
day and into the evening on both Saturday and Sunday, and run the full gamut from smooth and vintage jazz and blues to acoustic rock, pop, swing, funk and more.
Creating an appealing, pedestrian-friendly and vibrant urban environment are sidewalk cafes and extended patios which bustle with locals and visitors alike. In 2012 over 25 merchants extended their patios into the streets and realized significant increase in attendance and revenue generation.
Other activities include a midway on Pitt Street featuring colourful, clean and safe rides, attractions, slides, bouncers, games and concessions. From chills and thrills to catch, drop and throw, Balloonapalooza’s mini amusement park provides the ultimate in family fun creating a thrilling and enchanted environment for children and parents alike. Balloonapalooza offers ride enthusiasts, adventure junkies and adrenaline aficionados all-day midway passes for just $15 for advance sales only. Midway passes can be purchased at the following downtown locations through August 15: Downtown Windsor BIA, 419 Pelissier Street; Pause Café,
74 Chatham Street West; Windsor Royal Pharmacy, 90 Park Street West; Ray and Kim’s Convenience, 352 Ouellette Avenue; The Squirrel Cage, 1 Maiden Lane West. Midway will operate 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18.
One of the most popular components of the festival is the Mini Express, which features a trackless train complete with conductor. The Mini Express is an electrically powered vehicle that is pollution free, silent, manoeuvrable and safe. The train – a beautiful vehicle inspired by nineteenth-century designs and crafted with the best materials – provides a unique, high volume visitor experience. Geared towards young children (and adults too!), the Mini Express transports passengers through the streets of downtown Windsor.
The festival also partners with the Windsor Light Music Theatre to present a whimsical fantasy faire. Festival-goers meet up with Cinderella; Prince Charming; Little Red Riding Hood; Little Bo Peep, and more. Other favourites include Balloonapalooza’s roving entertainers which
include clowns, face painters, balloon artists, stilt walkers, musicians and street artists and performers; and the inclusion of a hot air balloon waterfront offering free tethered rides while taking in the magnificent Detroit skyline.
This year Balloonapalooza will kick it up a notch adding two new festival components thanks to a generous grant received from the Province of Ontario through Celebrate Ontario.
Local reporter Christie Bezaire alongside her business partner Amy Garant are putting together an aerial/ acrobatic show titled Nouveau Circus. Aerial performances will include solo
trapeze, lyra (aerial hoop) and hammock acts. Stage and strolling performers include stilt walkers, jugglers, fire spinners, contortionists, acro-partner balancing, solo arm/hand balancers, belly dancing, hula hooping and more.
“Our aerial troop Sky Society is so thrilled to be making this somewhat rare and athletic art form accessible to people in WindsorEssex. No expensive ticket prices, Balloonapalooza is right downtown and gives us a chance to prove that Windsor can put on an incredible show,” said Bezaire.
But that’s not all, local companies Marz Media and Suede Productions have
developed a spectacular 3D projection display that will reflect off the former Windsor Armouries. As the Armouries will be the new home of the University’s School of Arts and Creative Innovation it is the perfect venue to premier this technology in our city.
“Imagine taking a hundred-year-old building and changing its shape and surface so that it comes alive in ways that are both thought provoking and exciting for everyone watching; that’s 3D projection mapping and that’s what we’re going to do to the Armouries,” said Nick Shields from Suede Productions. “We’re going to blow the minds of all the people that come downtown during Balloonapalooza and experience the show.”
Enjoy the Caribbean Festival this Sunday
The Leamington Caribbean Festival – “Celebrating Canadian and Caribbean Cultures” –is this Sunday, August 11 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. on Queens Ave.
The event is free, and everyone is welcome to enjoy music by a live Caribbean band, dancers and refreshments.
For more information call Claudia at Claudia 519-325-0876.
Two of the balloon characters who were at Colasanti’s promoting Balloonapalooza.
immaculate 1958 Chevrolet Cameo Carrier pickup in dazzling red with Corvette wheels.
1958 Chevrolet Cameo pickup on the road again!
Dan Burdick of Leamington owns a beautifully restored 1958 Chevy Cameo Carrier pickup, one of only 1,405 built that year by GM. Dan’s truck spent its early life in New Mexico before coming to Ontario. He bought it 35 years ago and stored it until he was ready to give it a total restoration. The final result is absolutely spectacular.
GM built the Cameo pickup only from 1955 to 1958, and the ’58 model is the only one with quad headlights. The Cameo was given fancy styling in keeping with the styling of the cars from that era, which sported flashy colours and lots of chrome.
Dan started by removing the cab, then sandblasting and painting the frame. The body was taken to Redi-Strip in Detroit, then brought home for metal finishing, then taken to Pontiac, Michigan, to be re-stripped and electronic primed. The front clip and both doors came from the late classic car restorer Ron Fawcett in Whitby, Ontario, and these were stripped and repaired. The new pickup bed insides and front were purchased from Pros Pick in Ontario, as well as wood kit and stainless strips. All stainless was buffed, and the grille and front bumper were rechromed. The rear bumper ends and bumperettes were rebuilt.
Mark Dimilo Auto Body in Leamington straightened the body and painted it a brilliant red with silver accents. Dan reassembled the chassis, installed the cab, reassembled the box, relocated the fuel tank from inside the cab to under the bed, and put the fuel fill behind the left rear taillight assembly. A new tinted “Eye E Zer” windshield went in, as well as side windows with power units. Dan installed a new front seat from a 2000 Chevy ½ ton pickup reupholstered by Brad at Apple Auto Glass in Leamington.
Under the hood is a big block Chevy V8 with dual exhausts sending power through a 5-speed floormounted Borg Warner transmission to the 10-bolt Positraction rear end. The steering wheel is original and is mated to a Cadillac steering column, giving Dan tilt and telescopic steering. The Dakota Digital Gauges are mounted in the original speedometer area, leaving the dash looking just the same as it did 55 years ago. Painless Wiring Harness carries all the electrical current.
Dan Burdick enjoys the hobby. “We don’t take the Cameo to car shows to win trophies. We go to car shows just to have fun!” You can see Dan’s truck and many more vintage vehicles at the Tomato Fest Car Show in Leamington on Sunday, August 18. Visit www.LeamingtonCarShow.com
I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2.
Military Muster returns to area
Aug. 10-11
The Southern Ontario Military Muster returns to the area on August 10-11 at the Essex Arena Grounds, 60 Fairview Ave. in Essex. Vehicle and vendors, re-enactors arrive Friday to prepare for a weekend of military fun and enjoyment, along with an educational twist.
Saturday’s opening ceremonies will honour Canadian veterans and Armed Forces and pay tribute to Korean Veterans during their 60th Anniversary of the Korean Armistice.
In a few short years, the muster has become a mustsee event for collectors, historians and the public to see a variety of heritage vehicles and experience their military heritage here. Many of the vehicles and memorabilia items on display were actually built in Windsor and Essex County.
Organizers have developed a show that attracts collectors from across Ontario and Michigan. For information, program and schedules, visit militarymuster.ca.
Using Ontario’s surplus produce to put an end to global hunger Tour starts at 10 am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with dignitaries 11 am Barbecue 11:30 am - 1 pm~ Coffee & Plat z 2 - 3 pm Live Entertainment by: Sam Dick, Janice Founk, Dale Butler and Steve Morin 40 Industrial Drive, Leamington ON Come be a part of the Global Hunger Solution!
30th
August 10 at 10 am to 3 pm
Annual AUGUST 15,16,17 & 18
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
7:00 pm
Tomato Festival Pageant at the Rec Complex and Tapping of the Keg Ceremony
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
6:00 pm- 11:00 pm
Opening Ceremonies
Food and Craft Vendors Open!
VIP SPONSOR NIGHT!
Entertainment by Jen Knight with Joan Charette Quartet opening for JULLY BLACK
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 8:00 am - Food & Craft Vendors Open 8:30 am - Beach Volleyball Begins (all weekend) 10:00 am - Tomato Festival Parade 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm - Licensed Area Open 3:00 pm - 12:00 am - Live Music!
Featuring: Echo Steps, Something Else, Nick Tiessen, 24 Sussex & Billy Raffoul opening for RIK EMMETT
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM ALL KIDS DAY
Clowns, Musicians & Animal Exhibition! All Day Shuttle from Roma - Seacliff Park - Marina 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Classic Car Show at Roma Club 8:00 - 11:00 am - Pancake Breakfast 11:00 am - 4:00
Dan Burdick’s
R E LINING
Do You Worry When You Laugh or Cough?
Public’s assistance sought in Canadian Tire theft
The Leamington OPP Leamington attended the Canadian Tire store on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 in response to the report of a theft that had occurred at the store.
At approximately 12:20 p.m., a male entered the store located at 262 Erie Street South in Leamington, grabbed a shopping cart and went to the tool section where he put a Dewalt compound mitre saw into his cart. He then proceeded the store exit with the saw in his cart, failing to pay for the item.
The male is described as white, with short dark hair, wearing an orange t-shirt, black pants and dark shoes.
If you have any information regarding the person responsible for this theft, call the Essex County OPP Crime Unit at 519-326-2544. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive up to $2000.
Other
Happy Birthday Marilyn Ribble (Woelk) a.k.a.
Mom/Oma
Who said you're sixty? You are just a 20 year old with 40 years of experience.
Love Kelly, Ross, Rocco, Reese, Kevin and Melissa
IN MEMORIAM
In loving memory of
CAROL LAIRD
Special Mom & Grandma February 25, 1938 - August 8, 2012
It doesn't need a special day to bring you to our minds. For days without a thought of you are very hard to find. Close in our hearts you will always stay loved and remembered every day.
Andrew, Michelle, Alyssa & Rachel
The family of the late Peter Tiessen wishes to express their heartfelt thanks for all those who made phone calls, sent flowers or cards, donated food to the house or fellowship meal at North Leamington United Mennonite Church. Special thanks to Alicia Good, Paul Warkentin and Bruce Wiebe for the special service and visits. Heartfelt thanks to all those who helped with Peter’s medical needs, Dr. McCoy, Paramed, Mennonite Home, Leamington Hospital District Hospital. We thank Reid’s Funeral Home for their assistance during a difficult time. Lastly thanks for all the love and support from all our family and friends. IN MEMORIAM
MARGUERITE BUTLER August 5, 1995
Those whom we love go out of sight But never out of mind. They are cherished in the hearts of those they leave behind. Missing you both, Mary Ann and family Happy Birthday Larry
CARD OF THANKS
The families of the late Marjorie Mifflin would like to express our sincere thanks for all the cards, charitable donations, floral arrangements, condolences from all who attended and emailed. Nice to hear the memories. Thanks to Shawn and Kelly for speaking and Chelsey and Summer for the song. The staff at Hammond Funeral Home, Dan, Lee and Leigh for their patience and understanding. Thanks to Rev. Dr. Janet Brigham for the service and United Church ladies for the great lunch.
God Bless Everyone.
CORINNE ANNE MARIE COULTER
The photo is from video surveillance at Leamington Canadian Tire. It is the image of a man believed responsible for stealing from Leamington Canadian Tire on July 31.
Wheatley Idol reaches 10th year
By Bryan Jessop
The success of a local outdoor talent show has been a full decade in the making.
The 10th annual Wheatley Idol, the largest Sunday attraction for the annual Wheatley Fish Festival, was once again well-attended and made up of a lengthy list of talented vocal performers representing four age categories. The Wheatley Optimist Club-sponsored event was led by organizer Darla Janzen for the eighth consecutive and final time, as the local volunteer will hand the reins over to Susan Fulmer — one of her assistants this year (which also included Melissa Paine) — for next year’s installment.
For her final year as the event’s lead organizer, Janzen was greeted by approximately 400 spectators and 30 high-calibre vocal acts.
“It’s looking really good this year,” Janzen said at about the midway point of this year’s Wheatley Idol, held Sunday, Aug. 4 and again hosted by the Two Creeks Conservation Area. “We’ve got all kinds of ranges with our performers.”
This year’s competition was judged by local celebrities Nicole Barron — herself an accomplished musician — radio personality Cordell Green, and Amber Dubois — the overall winner of the 2012 and ninth annual Wheatley Idol. Once again, the event’s registration reached maximum capacity within 24 hours of officially opening the doors to competitors.
This year’s winners were selected by the panel of three judges as follows:
• six- to nine-year-olds — Emma Wright (Meadford), first place; Hayley Doucet (Tilbury), second place; Larissa Porteous (Harrow), third place;
• 10- to 12-year-olds — Summer Ellis (Essex), first place; Kassidy Tiessen (Leamington), second place; Melissa Martens (Ruthven), third place;
• 13- to 16-year-olds — Chelsea Malott (Leamington), first place; Hannah Renaud (Kingsville), second place; Maddy Vasey (Chatham), third place;
• 17- to 29-year-olds — RJ Latter (London), first place; Amy Papineau (Woodslee), second place; Nick Tiessen (Leamington), third place.
Latter, who had recently returned from performing at the CMA Festival in Nashville, was chosen as the overall winner of this year’s Wheatley Idol, an honour that included a lengthy list of prizes including studio recording sessions at SLR Studios in Windsor, a makeover, new clothes and a photo shoot for the CD’s inside jacket. “It feels amazing,” said Latter of winning this year’s top prize. “Ever since I was a kid coming here, I’ve always wanted to win it. I’ve watched the winners from past years and said to myself ‘I want that to be me’. It’s awesome to be recognized like this, especially with the amount of talent that was here today.”
Malott was selected as this year’s overall runner-up, for what has been dubbed the ‘Rising Star’ award. “I’m just shocked,” she said. “I rehearsed for this for a long time, but I had no idea this (finishing second overall) was coming.”
Several of this year’s contestants made a short trip to Two Creeks this year, including Hayley Doucet, Rebecca Murphy and Onisha Labonte from Tilbury, Melissa Martens from Ruthven, Kassidy Tiessen, identical twin sisters Mackenzie and Madison Grineau, Mykayla Tiessen, Chelsey Malott, Eriana Verissimo, Nick Tiessen and Melissa Scott from Leamington, Jessica Desantis and Hannah Renaud from Kingsville and sisters Julia and Leanna Bueckert, Corrine Jackson, Judy Wiebe, Jeremy Blatz and Nicole Shanks from Wheatley.
Between age groups, the organizers and behind-thescenes volunteers were recognized, from a team of junior emcees up to Janzen.
“She’s been pretty well a one-lady show,” Wheatley Optimist Club president Larry MacDonald said of Janzen. “We’ve (the Optimist Club) just been in the background. She’s done a great job of getting sponsors to make this happen over the years.”
Wheatley Idol was once again supported by a list of local sponsors who donated time, equipment, funding and door prizes to this year’s widely-anticipated event.
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From left to right, Nicole Barron, Cordell Green and Amber Dubois were the three celebrity judges of the 2013 Wheatley Idol competition, held Sunday, Aug. 4 at Two Creeks Conservation Area.
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to 16-year-old
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RJ Latter of London was chosen as the 17- to 29-year-old category and overall winner of the 10th annual Wheatley Idol.
From left to right, winners of Wheatley Idol 10’s six- to nine-year old category were Emma Wright of Meadford in first, Hayley Doucet of Tilbury in second and Larissa Porteous of Harrow in third.
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right, first to third place finishers of Wheatley Idol’s 13-
division were Chelsea Malott of Leamington (also overall runner-up), Hannah Renaud of Kingsville and Maddy Vasey of Chatham.
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Summer Ellis, second palce Kassidy Tiessen and third place Melissa Martens accept their prizes in the 10- to 12-year-old division of the 10th annual Wheatley Idol.
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By Mike Bennett
Joel Dick would have needed a shuttle bus to bring all of the people to the Winner’s Circle who helped him win another feature race Saturday night, Aug. 3 at South Buxton Raceway.
A fellow race team, an SBR junior fan club member, his own race team and his father all received accolades from Dick after he won his fourth feature race in the last five race nights in the Schinkels Gourmet Meats UMP Modifieds.
“I want to give a big thanks to Jeff (Daniels) and his race team,” he said about his fellow competitor.
Dick’s race team found a problem with the water pump when they fired up the motor before the races.
Daniels’ father Wayne drove to Merlin to get a spare water pump for Dick, whose team installed the equipment just moments before the heat race.
“We wouldn’t have been racing and had that win had it not been for them,” Dick credited the Daniels’ team.
The Leamington driver also got help from a young fan, who put him on the front row for the 20-car feature in the invert draw.
After finishing seventh in the dash, Dick was elevated to the outside pole starting position for the feature when the youngster pulled the ‘eight’ frisbee for the invert.
Dick hopes to find out the identity of the young fan, who has some ice cream coming his or her way.
“Absolutely, they’ll get some every week if they keep doing that,” he laughed about his ice cream promise.
“It definitely helped, it never hurts starting up front,” said Dick, who led all 25 laps running the top of the track. I watched a few races prior to ours and saw there was a lot of drive up there, so I knew I’d be running up top.”
Chatham’s Louis Clements enjoyed his best run of the season as he ran second for 17 laps and got under the leader a couple of times on restarts.
“I saw Louis a couple of times, he was getting some decent drives on restarts but once I got the momentum on the high side, I was able to pull away,” Dick said.
The father-son team of Eugene and Darryl Hoekstra of Chatham managed to pass Clements in the final two laps to take the second and third positions.
Belle River’s Mario Toniolo rounded out the top five.
LaSalle’s Mike Demars finished eighth, Windsor’s Dan McIntyre 11th and his father Emerson McIntyre 13th while Doris Lajeunesse of Essex finished 15th in his Modified debut.
Daniels ran into problems of his own during the feature as he was forced to the pits with a broken shock on lap 10 while running seventh and placed 18th with a DNF.
Dick saved his final thank yous for his race team and his father. “We made some changes before the feature and made the right ones,” he said of his crew. “You’ll never know how it will play
out but they gave me a really fast car.”
Dick said his hot streak is due to “a lot of hard work and a lot of dedication, these guys are working on the car all the time.
“And I have to thank my dad (Tom), he has really gotten involved this year and he’s a big help in and out of the shop.
“I know it’s rewarding to him when we go to the Winner’s Circle,” he said of his father.
Cottam’s Rob Quick crossed the line first in the Tirecraft Mini-Mod feature but was relegated to a third-place finish as he was penalized for contact with the eventual race winner Randy McKinlay, of Chatham, on a restart with eight laps to go.
The penalty was to be served on the next restart but the race finished under green and Quick was docked two positions after the checkered flag waved.
Quick was going for his fourth feature win in the last six race nights.
It was McKinlay’s first feature win since Sept. 4, 2010.
Cottam’s Darren Small finished seventh, subbing for Kingsville’s Norm DeSerrano.
Points leader Denis DeSerrano suffered engine failure while running second on lap seven and posted a DNF in 16th place.
Quick won his heat and dash earlier in the night while DeSerrano won his heat as the Cottam drivers are tied with
17 checkered flags, the most in all classed at South Buxton. Ridgetown’s Dale Glassford and Merlin’s Eren Vanderiviere both won their sixth feature races of the season.
Glassford won his fifth straight feature in the Lube Tech/ Great Canadian Oil Change UMP Late Models while Vanderiviere won his fifth in the last six race nights in the Windride Transportation Sport Stocks.
Vanderiviere took the lead with five laps to go from LaSalle’s Bob Visnjic, who led the first 15 laps but wound up one lap down in eighth.
Kingsville’s Rob Young, who won his heat race earlier in the night, finished fourth. Windsor’s West Bertozzi was seventh, Cottam’s Tiffany Ellis ninth and Belle River’s David Bacon 10th.
Chris Jones, of Demorestville, took the lead after a firstlap caution and led all 20 laps for his second straight Southern Ontario Sprints victory.
Tilbury’s Kyle Patrick started eighth in the 17-car field and finished sixth.
South Buxton will try for a fourth time this Saturday to run its memorial night, with feature races honouring Gord DeWael (Late Models), Brian Outhouse (Modifieds), Cory Schives (Mini-Mods) and Len Bryden (Sport Stocks).
The previous three dates were all rained out.
Reduced admission prices are in effect for seniors, adults, teens and the pits. Racing starts at 7 p.m.
Joel Dick in the Winner’s Circle. (James MacDonald Photo)
Lakers win
three of four
The Leamington Uni-Fab Enclosures Mosquito Lakers had a busy week registering three wins and one loss in Sun Parlour League action.
On Sunday the Lakers visited Chatham sweeping both ends of a doubleheader with scores of 11-8 and 1513 against the Chatham Diamonds Minor. On Tuesday they hosted the Harrow Blues beating them 19-9, and followed up on Thursday losing a thriller 10-9 to the Walker Homesite Hawks Majors in Windsor.
Russell Derbyshire led the Lakers in the first game against Chatham with a four for four performance at the plate. He also scored three runs. Eric Dominguez accomplished the same feat in the second game, teaming with Hannah Chacko, Eric Tavares (2 triples), Brayden Zuidema, Thomas Jennings, Kyle Fehr and Connor Bergen who belted out two hits each in the high scoring second game.
Against Harrow, Benny Bueckert, Tavares and Derbyshire all punched out three hits to lead the Laker attack. Zuidema, Kaleb Tiessen and Michael Wiebe punched out a pair of tallies, while Fehr earned the win on the mound.
Zach Penner’s bases loaded double knocked in three runs and ignited a rally as the Lakers pulled to a 9-9 tie with the talented and hard-hitting Walker Homesite team. The Hawks scored a run in the bottom of the sixth inning, while the Lakers threatened in the seventh, ending the game stranding Penner and Eric Wright on first and second base.
“Despite losing, this game was a good test for us,” pointed out coach Pete Fehr. “Walker Homesites is a nAA team and to date were undefeated in Sun Parlour League play. I was impressed with the way the boys battled back.”
Tiessen and Tavares shared the pitching duties for the locals combining for six strikeouts and walking only three batters.
A fighting chance
It should come as no surprise to anyone who knows anything about organized sports that emotions often run high during any given game, match or contest. Everyone wants to win, nobody wants to lose and sometimes players are suspected of deliberate immoral acts in attempts to swing the odds in their (or their team’s) favour. When this happens — or someone believes it happens — fisticuffs are often the consequence.
When the terms ‘fighting’ and ‘sports’ are used within close proximity to one another, many readers, watchers and listeners immediately think of hockey. While the greatest game on ice is certainly not without its share of brawls, it is by no means the only game in town where fists will start flying.
Only a few short days after I suggested that badminton is amongst the world’s most harmless sports, an international tournament hosted by Vancouver was marred by a fight between two former doubles partners in the final. During a between-match end swap, one player began chasing his former 2012 Olympic Thai partner around the courts, jumped on him and began administering a series of punches and kicks before coaches and facility staff separated the two. Word has it that the two consistently exchanged verbal jabs prior to the outbreak of violence.
In what’s hardly news anymore, an apparent beaning competition between Major League Baseball pitchers Zack Greinke (Los Angeles) and Ian Kennedy (Arizona) led to a dugout-clearing brawl between the Dodgers and Diamondbacks last month. Kennedy struck a batter in the back with a pitch, followed by Greinke nailing a batter in the head the very next inning. As if the tension wasn’t high enough at that point, the Dodgers put a bat in Greinke’s hands and put him in Kennedy’s crosshairs. Sure enough, Kennedy pulled the trigger and mayhem ensued.
Although wild pitches are a fact of life, it’s hard to argue that batters rather than strike zones are more frequently becoming targets in Major League Baseball. Pitchers, capable of hurling a hardball at speeds flirting with or even exceeding 100 mph, have a responsibility that most other players in most other sports do not. They are arguably given the most consistent opportunities to seriously injure an opposing player. With that in mind, I find it infuriating that some take advantage of their position to deliberately inflict harm. While it wouldn’t bother me to see fighting in all sports banned (minus boxing, of course), I don’t blame targeted
batters one little bit for trying to pummel a pitcher who just tried to abruptly finish his career.
BRYAN JESSOP
Even charity games aren’t immune to physical altercations. A amputee soccer game between Dutch and Belgian teams turned ugly after a fallen player from one team tripped a player from the other. While the shoving and shouting between players was unfortunate, it was the response of idiot spectators that truly ruined the event. Able-bodied onlookers stormed the pitch and pushed players aside to throw punches at each other in a skirmish that did nothing to diminish soccer’s reputation as having some of the most dim-witted and violent fans.
For the most part, I’m indifferent towards the relative newcomer that is mixed martial arts or ultimate fighting. It’s a violent sport with injuries abound, but the contestants at least know the risks and what they’re getting into. The one move in this sport that makes me roll my eyes is when one fighter ‘turtles’ and the other proceeds to repeatedly ‘punch’ him on the back of the head with his fists held vertically, like a thirsty and impatient pub patron pounding his clenched hands on the table until he is served his next beer (or thrown out by the bouncer). I realize there are literally thousands of martial arts formats, but I can’t imagine one that promotes this tactic.
Inevitably, the conversation of fighting in sports leads to ice hockey. Personally, I have mixed feelings on this specific topic. Like a crash in stock car racing, it’s a brief spectacle that often leads to several minutes of delay. In the former, track crews scramble to remove wrecked cars and debris while in the latter, officials discuss appropriate penalties and/or suspensions. Either way, it’s a mind-numbing lull in the action.
Hockey players at least have the respect to fight one-onone, perhaps in part simply to avoid steep penalties for the ‘third man’ infraction. There are exceptions, most notably Marty McSorley’s cowardly stick attack on an unsuspecting Donald Brashear back in 2000. It’s a well-known moral code that sticks don’t play a role in a hockey fight, a fact that has left countless Canadian movie watchers wondering how ignorant screenwriters can be when they include ‘stick
fights’ in movies like Slap Shot and Youngblood (the stick battle with Tim “Dr. Hook” McCracken was the only low point of Slap Shot, an otherwise outstanding film).
In hockey, fighting seems to be a good way for rival players to blow off some steam and diminish the urge to pull a McSorely. In my humble opinion, checking from behind is a FAR more despicable act than a faceto-face, one-on-one fight, especially when the blindsided player is sent crashing head first into nearby boards.
In any case, it wouldn’t bother me at all to see the NHL impose such massive suspensions and fines for fighting that bouts ceased entirely. As stated, it would speed the game up, not to mention weed out talentless players added to rosters for no other reason than to goon it up. Additionally, it could serve as the death knell to southern market franchises whose fans show up for no reason other than to see a fight — goodbye Dallas/ Nashville, hello Hamilton/ Quebec City! Best of all, it could drive home the point to younger players that there are repercussions for brawling and that it isn’t as cool or ‘badass’ as they’re sometimes led to believe.
Jessop’s Journal
Living history group paddling Lake Erie
Local stops to include Leamington, Colchester, A’burg
The Saginaw Voyageurs, a living history re-enactment group from the Castle Museum of Saginaw County History, headed out August 3 from Monroe, Michigan, for their 27th trip across the Great Lakes region. The trip will wind up August 11 in Saginaw, Michigan.
The members participate in a journey each summer navigating the routes of the many explorers, fur traders and travelers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Since 1986, the Saginaw Voyageurs have traveled more than 4,000 miles across the Great Lakes region.
These men perform this re-enactment to promote an understanding and appreciation for the early Great Lakes fur trade and the life of the voyageur.
Each night the Voyageurs will set up camp and welcome visitors to their site where they will explain the fur trade in Michigan during the 1700s. Participants will get to see the group’s 34-foot-long Montreal canoe and tour the camp. The members dress in period clothing and will present a historical program at 7:30 p.m. at most locations.
This year’s trip will be in celebration of the bicentennial of the Battle of Lake Erie.
The group started out Aug. 3 from Monroe, Michigan, and set up camp in Toledo and Locust Point, Ohio, PutIn-Bay and Pelee Island. They land Thurs. Aug. 1 at the Leamington Waterfront Marina and proceed to John Park Homestead in Colchester Fri. Aug. 9 and Fort Malden Historical Park in Amhersburg Sat. Aug. 10 before returning to Saginaw, Michigan, Sun. Aug. 11.
For more information, call 989-752-2861 or go to www. castlemuseum.org.
County Bridge Results
Leamington Half Century Centre, July 29: North/ South - 1st Marie Ellwood and Anne Reffle, 2nd Sandy Gammie and Joyce Gammie, 3rd Eileen Edwards and Jack Warmenhoven. East/ West - 1st Nina Towle and Helen Preyde, 2nd Mame Nicholson and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Marlene Ross and Joyce Moran. Games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members are welcome. Kingsville Bridge Club, July 31: North/South - 1st Chris Brennan and Bill Chaplin, 2nd Joyce Gammie and Sandy Gammie, 3rd Jeanne Manners and Yvonne Vulling. East/West1st Dorothy McGregor and John McGregor, 2nd Joyce Stewart and Buddy Ellwood, 3rd Derek Parry and Mame Nicholson. Bridge is played at the Lions Hall in Kingsville on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. For info call 519738-4939.
Saginaw Voyageurs
Paul Nielson wins 34th annual Erie Shores Senior Men’s Invitational
Despite 13 inches of rain in July, along with several downed trees and limbs from recent storms, Erie Shores Golf Club, under the care, direction and hard work of Greens Superintendent Mike Toth and staff, along with some additional help from member volunteers, came out as the big winner in this year’s 34th Annual Senior Men’s Invitational held on the last day of the month.
And, after coming up short last year in an incredible six-man sudden death playoff, Paul Nielson of Pointe West made sure the outcome was different this time around by shooting a smooth one under par 70 to win the Invitational title.
Nielson’s fine round over Erie Shores’ lush layout featuring fast and slippery greens gave him a one-stroke victory over Kingsville’s Jim McCallum who fired an even par 71. Finishing third overall, just a single stroke back at one over par 72, was Fox Glen’s Joe Ivan. Last year’s winner, Denis Murphy of Pointe West, along with Erie Shores’ Ward Hutchins and Beach Grove’s Ken Greenwood, all tied with fourth best scores of the day with two over par rounds of 73.
Rick Demers of Seven Lakes and Bill Ruiter of Kingsville both finished tied for seventh low with three over par games of 74.
Multi-time winner and now 78 years old, Mike Saffran of Kingsville continued his streak of shooting his age or better with a four over par 75.
Also finishing in that group tied with 75s were Ken Parent of Hydeaway, Ray Knight of Kingsville and Art Verhaeghe of Talbot Trail.
Brian Botterill of Fox Glen and Bill Sheldon of Pointe West were next at 76, while Daniel Lovell of Essex, Mike Stanko of Sutton Creek and Cameron Dickie of Beach Grove all had rounds of six over par 77.
Also breaking 80 with rounds of 78 were Erie Shores’ Ken Steingart and Andy Herring, while Mike Niziolek of Kingsville, Joe Antal of Sutton Creek and Erie Shores’ Claudio Sabelli slipped under the wire with scores of 79.
In the Low Net Division of the tourney, Brian Botterill and Rick Demers tied for top spot with seven under par net rounds of 64, while Brian Collins of Erie Shores and Bob Sabolich of Sutton Creek were next at net 65.
Bill Slater of Erie Shores had a net 66 and Cameron Dickie and Gord Stewart of Kingsville both finished one back with net 67s.
This year’s Invitational was a great success thanks to the support from the Friends of Erie Shores, a generous group of members consisting of Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Gillett Sheet Metal, Counter Effects, Leamington Chrysler Jeep, Humphreys Electrical Contracting Ltd., Stewart’s Roofing and Siding, Leamington Collision, The Eye Glass Shoppe, Uni-Fab Enclosures, Will Insurance Brokers, Investment Planning Counsel, Belfor Property Restoration and Southland Insurance Brokers.
to christen the new Windsor Family Aquatic Complex.
Local swimmers attend inaugural swim meet
The new Windsor Family Aquatic Complex had its official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, August 1. Windsor swim teams Windsor Essex Swim Team (WEST) and Windsor Aquatic Club (WAC) christened the new facility with a joint time trial swim meet.
Leamington swimmers Jared Plancke (WEST), Fallon Mitchell (WAC) and Hayden Mitchell (WAC) competed in this high profile event. In a three-hour span they swam preliminaries, finals and relays. Jared, age 16, swam 50m fly and 100m free; Fallon, age 15, the 50m free, 100m free and100m fly; and Hayden, age 13, the 50m fly and 100m free.
The impressive 50m-plus facility was sanctioned to host the upcoming International Children’s Games to be held in Windsor August 14-19.
Jared, Fallon and Hayden will begin training in the new facility come January 2014.
Erie Shores senior golf
By Gordon Wonnick
Another fine day of golf and a good turnout for the Erie Shores Senior Men’s League on Monday, July 29.
The 50/50 winners were Barry Polser, first, and Larry Dunmore, second.
Closest to the pin was Gary McRae on hole 3 and
Bill Ghersiam on hole 16. Longest putt on hole 4 was by Ken Luxford and on hole 13 it was Gary Alderson. In the team competitions: 1st Ken Shaften, Roy Rupert, Fred Klassen and Tom Bondy; 2nd Bob Park, Gary McRae, Ross Clark and Clark Richardson; 3rd Neal Reimer, Tim Dobson, Bob Dick and Pat Amicone; 4th Bill Stackpoole, Jim Hodgkins and Darryl Brummell.
Erie Shores ladies enjoy Joker’s Wild
The month of July was a little difficult to get a round of golf in, between all of the raindrops, but the Erie Shores 18-Hole Ladies League finally did it. On Tuesday, July 30 the ladies enjoyed a game of Joker’s Wild. The winning team was Carol Quinn, Sue O’Hara and Gloria Thiessen with a team net score of 107. Chip-ins: Tym Brannagan #17, Carolyn Kelly #13, Cheryl Rutgers #2 and #3, Mary Lappan #11 and #15, and Mary Wilson #8 and #12.
Leamington swimmers (from left to right) Fallon Mitchell, Jared Plancke, Hayden Mitchell participated in a swim meet held Aug. 1
Jones squad increases overall lead
It was business as usual for Team Bobby Jones this past week in the Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores as they had a perfect 10-point score.
With that, the Jones squad now has a total of 80 points and increased its overall lead in the league to 19 points over second place Team Ben Hogan who had a dandy evening picking up 9 points for a grand total of 61.
Team Gene Sarazen’s abysmal night of getting only 2 points for a total of 59 has now dropped them down to third place overall with 59. Team Bob Charles has moved a little further up the ladder into fourth place after securing 7 points on the evening for a total of 53.
Team Arnold Palmer slipped a bit in the standings getting only four points and they’re now sitting in fifth place with 52, while Sam Snead finished dead last and are in sixth spot with 47 points.
Mike Ferreira led the way with the best overall low gross score shooting a three under par 32 to edge out Darryl DiMilo’s round of 33 by one stroke. Low Net honours went to both Ted Dube and Dan Paget who had net rounds of 31 – one better than Tim Shultz who had a net 32.
Closest to pin honours on hole #3 was captured by Evan Rutgers, while Joel Epp was closest on the fifth hole. Kevin Babkirk had the longest drive on hole #6 and Mike Ferreira made the longest putt on hole #9.
In the League’s salute to the teams and players from the record-setting year of 1983 where 187 golfers participated, this week they honour Team Five of the Tomato Division where only two members of that group, Steve O’Hara and Mel Pace, are still playing this year.
Other members of Team Five included Lou Bell, Stewart Carey, Don Dunmore, Clem Fisher, Bert Hacker, John Hutchins, Don McIntosh, Ron McElwain, John Newland, John Pearson, Murray Pennell, Tom Reid, Alex Reid and Harold Scott – the original founder of the League.
Proggers enjoy sunny skies, warm temps
July 30 marks the first time all of the Progs golfers have played since July 2. Mother Nature certainly has curtailed their golf course activity. The Proggers certainly appreciated the sunny skies and warm temperatures. Erie Shores is in great shape thanks to hard working Mike Toth and his crew.
The teams used a deck of cards to determine the winning team. Usually, the draw evens things out. Not this time. Team Spades ran away with it, posting a combined +16. Team members include Gary Alderson, Bill Stackpoole, Richard Reive, Steve O’Hara, Bill Conn, Gene Bouliane, Fred Klassen, Greg Gare, Ken Luxford, Brian Plumb, Mike Herbert and Ed Schachowskoy. Ed made it closer than it needed to be, coming in with a -7.
Greg Gare led all scorers with a +9. This comes on the heels of several weeks of negative outings. “Build your handicap and good things happen.” Ron Gagne (+7), Vic Penner (+6) and Barry Miller know that this philosophy works. Sandbaggers!
To showcase their talents even further, Greg Gare, Vic Penner, Ron Gagne and Barry Miller each notched birdies to complement their good shooting today. Jack Martin and Wayne Gillett, honest golfers, posted birdies as well.
From talk around the table, Vic Penner birdied holes number 10 and 11. That brought quite a bit of excitement, especially from Richard Reive. Richard promised Vic, that if Vic
could birdie the next hole, a delectable reward was forth coming. Vic swung overzealously and deposited his ball into the trees, virtually evaporating his chances of getting three consecutive birdies. A valiant effort, however, was wasted when his birdie putt missed the mark. Better luck next time, Vic. I’m sure Richard will keep his offer open for the rest of the season.
Cody Fehr of the Leamington U11 mixed Lightning carries the ball onto the Stoney Point half of the field during a Sun County Soccer League game at the Leamington Soccer Complex Thursday, Aug. 1. Stoney Point posted a 1-0 win.
UK Soccer Camp returns to Essex-Kent
By Bryan Jessop
UK Soccer Camp has returned to Wheatley for another kick at teaching the fundamentals to young, budding players.
This year’s week-by-week ‘tour’ of camps began with the organization’s first-ever visit to Blenheim July 22-26. There, camp leader David Methven and his group of assistant instructors were greeted by as many as 43 students throughout the week.
“It was an amazing turnout, since we’ve never done a camp there before,” said UK Soccer Camp administrator Karen Husbands.
The following week — Monday, July 29 to Friday, Aug. 2 — brought the group to Wheatley for the second time in as many years. Methven was assisted by ongoing assistant instructor Luke Husbands along with Austin Brewster and Jason Goodison, who will also be offering their services for the Leamington camp later this summer. The number of registered students in Wheatley was down slightly from last year, with 15 participating in the mornings (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), about two thirds of whom remained for the second half (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) of each day’s installment.
Last year, a number of youths at the Wheatley camp hailed from the Leamington area.
“Hopefully, we’ll see some kids from this area (Wheatley) attend the camp coming up in Leamington,” Husbands said. “The numbers are quite low this week, which is a shame.”
As of last week’s midway point, 35 had pre-registered for the Aug. 5-6 camp in Kingsville, 16 for the following week in Cottam and 12 for the final week in Leamington — Aug. 19-23. Many students sign up to the camp just prior to its start date.
Nick Husbands, who assists Methven with a few days during the Kingsville camp, recently returned with about two-dozen eastern Essex County and western Chatham-Kent youths from a week-long visit to England. During their stay, the players formed U11 and U15 teams that played in three tournaments while visiting points of interest in and around London. In a tournament hosted by South Hampton — the original home of the Husbands family before moving to
Kingsville — one of the local U15 teams finished second in the Hythe Strikers Tournament. The team was coached by Tilbury’s Mark Mailloux.
“Our teams exceeded Nick’s expectations during the tournaments,” said Karen. “The English teams were very accommodating and were happy to have Canadian teams in their tournaments.”
The group was touring London’s Thames River when Prince William and Kate Middleton’s baby George was born on Monday, July 22. The travelers also visited a theme park and Wembley Stadium before returning to Canada.
For future UK Soccer Camps, organizers hope to one day bring teams from England to visit and take on local squads. Potential changes for next year include two camps in one week — depending on demand — as well as expanding into Windsor. An indoor camp at Kingsville’s Migration Hall is also in the works for weekly sessions from January to April of next year.
Top: Instructor David Methven and a group of about a dozen UK
Camp students try to make their way through the
boy Canyon’ as one of several drills during the annual camp’s five days in Wheatley. A total of 15 kids signed up for the Wheatley camp, held Monday, July 29 to Friday, Aug. 2.
Bottom: Cole Rivard and Owen Matthews were the last two remaining ‘cowboys’ during the UK Soccer Camp’s Cowboy Canyon drill.
Soccer
‘Cow-
Leamington SC’s Cameron Symons races toward the Tecumseh net as an opposing player gives chase during a Windsor and District Soccer League U11 boys travel game Thursday, Aug. 1 at the Leamington Soccer Complex. The teams were tied 1-1 at the halftime break and were deadlocked at 2-2 midway through the second half before Leamington pulled ahead to secure a 4-2 victory.
Darby Lemieux of the Leamington SC U11 boys travel soccer team heads a corner kick in front of the Tecumseh net during a Windsor and District Soccer League game Thursday, Aug. 1 at the Leamington Soccer Complex. The teams were tied 1-1 at the halftime break and were deadlocked at 2-2 midway through the second half before Leamington pulled ahead to secure a 4-2 victory.
Jr. Girls defeat A’burg to win Interlock tourney
The Leamington Sand & Gravel Rinos Junior Girls baseball team (Leamington #1) won the Girls Annual Interlock Tournament hosted by the Leamington District Minor Baseball Association July 26-28 at the Kinsmen diamonds.
The tournament involved teams from Leamington, Essex, Cottam, Harrow, Kingsville and Amherstburg. All participating teams belong to the South Shore Interlock Baseball Association (SSIBA). There were three divisions, Junior, Intermediate and Senior. Each division was split into two tiers, Tier A and Tier B. The Interlock tournament is the wrap-up event for all three leagues and the playoffs are run in this double knockout tourney.
The Leamington Sand & Gravel Rinos won the Junior Girls Tier B Division. On Saturday, July 27 they won their first game against Harrow 17-5, but later that day lost to Amherstburg 8-7.
The Rinos played their third game on Sunday, July 28 and defeated Essex #2 by a score of 6-5. This put them into the finals where they had to beat Amherstburg #2 twice. The Rinos were successful, defeating Amherstburg 14-7 in game four and 12-1 in game 5 to win the championship.
Sharks ready for main camp
By Bryan Jessop
Finding a spot as a rookie on the Wheatley Sharks roster is going to be exceptionally challenging for 2013-14.
The Sharks main camp will take place Aug. 9 to Aug. 11 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex’s Unico Arena in preparation for what should be the most experienceequipped season for Wheatley in recent memory. Instead of looking to replace half the team or more, the Sharks need only fill an expected seven vacancies left from the completion of the 2012-13 campaign. Rookies will be needed to replace graduating-age goaltender Marc Tremblay, defensemen Kurtis Ouellette and Kevin Sawatzky and forward Craig Adamson. The only players being lost to Junior ‘B’ teams will likely be Sebastian Kanally (signed to the Chatham Maroons), Riley Babkirk (attending firefighting school in Lambton and expected to join the Sarnia Legionnaires or Lambton Shores Predators) and Nikko Sablone, now skating with the LaSalle Vipers.
“It’s a very pleasant surprise for us,” said Sharks general manager Kevin Fisher. “Along with the caliber of players from last year’s midget team, we’ll have a very homegrown feel to the team this season.”
The unusually large core of veteran players expected to return to the Sharks roster for 2013-14 led Sharks executives and management to bypass this year’s spring camp and instead wait for the August main camp to assess potential rookie additions.
“We didn’t think it would be fair to make players pay a fee for a spring camp in June when there would be no real chance for them to make the team,” Fisher said. “I don’t like doing things that way.”
Along with Pete Anthony, Fisher sent main camp invitations to 35 players, knowing that some would be unable to attend because of commitments to other local junior teams. With veterans and rookie hopefuls combined, this year’s main camp will be comprised of about 40 players once the Aug. 9 session of 20 invited goalies is whittled down to six for the following day.
Saturday’s group will be divided into 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. skates in preparation for Sunday’s annual Blue vs. White game, slotted for a 1 p.m. start. Following the game, the list of potential Sharks for 2013-14 will be reduced to 25 to 28 skaters and four or five goaltenders. The final roster decisions will be made following pre-season
exhibition games in Blenheim on Sunday, Aug. 25, in Belle River on Friday, Aug. 30 and possibly a Sharks home game Monday, Sept. 9 against a yet-to-be-determined opponent.
In personal meetings with last season’s players over the past month, Fisher and the Sharks’ coaching staff have made it clear that presence on last year’s lineup will not guarantee a position with the team for the upcoming season. With the relocation of the Comets to Amherstburg, the Sharks have managed to bring a few players to the upcoming camp who otherwise would
have had their sights set on Kingsville. Goaltender Everett Omstead and a pair of players vying for the lone 16-year-old spot are among Kingsville-area midgets hoping for a position with the Sharks.
Earlier this summer, the Sharks traded one 19-year-old forward for another, swapping Brian Johnson for the Belle River Canadiens’ Derek Haskell. Last year, Johnson collected five goals and 10 assists in 26 regular season games while Haskell accumulated 11 goals and 13 assists in 39 games.
The Sharks will be the last of the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ league’s nine teams to kick off their 2013-14 season, starting with a Monday, Sept. 16 home game against the Amherstburg Admirals with a 7:30 p.m. opening faceoff. By that time, the Wallaceburg Lakers will have already completed 10 per cent (four games) of their regular season. Wheatley will also be the last team to place its first road game, a Friday, Sept. 27 tilt in Dresden.
The Sharks’ coaching staff will remain the same as in 2012-13 with one exception. Goaltender coach Robbie Beleau, who will depart from the team’s bench staff in support of his goaltending son playing minor hockey, is being replaced by Tremblay.
“Marc wanted to help out with the team in some capacity,” Fisher explained. “Having just finished five years with the team and having been one of the best goalies we’ve ever had, he’s a great fit as goalie coach.”
The 2013-14 season will again feature a balanced schedule of one division with playoffs to start with first versus eighth, second versus seventh, third versus sixth and fourth versus fifth quarterfinals. Unlike last year, where three Great Lakes teams played outer league games versus Southern Ontario Junior Hockey League (former Junior ‘D’) teams, this season will not include any interlock games.
From left to right, Sabastian Kanally, Nikko Sablone and Riley Babkirk were among the Wheatley Sharks 2012-13 season award winners. Each of the three will move on to Junior ‘B’ squads — Chatham, LaSalle and Sarnia or Lambton Shores respectively — for the upcoming season. The only other Sharks from last season who won’t return for 2013-14 will be graduating-age players
Marc Tremblay, Kurtis Ouellette, Kevin Sawatzky and Craig Adamson.
Weather cooperates for Talbot Trail senior golfers
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, July 30 there were 75 senior golfers out to play on this beautiful summer day. Derek Brown and all his staff have worked very diligently to get the course back to excellent playing condition. The previous week, as you can recall, the area experienced a sudden onslaught of thunder, lightning and heavy rain. Members were lucky if they finished three holes. If you were a walker out on #6, you were completely soaked by the time you got back to the clubhouse. I know this from personal experience.
In the 80-85y division, Bill Galloway executed his golf game brilliantly to achieve a 44. He was closely followed by Dave La Bonte who scored a terrific 45. Dave Krueger continued his consistent play to merit a superb 51. Both Gerry Becigneul and Gerald Wilkinson played solid golf to fire praiseworthy 53s. Other commendable results were produced by Orville Elwood, Iggy Arner, Bill Westrop, Hal Wigle, Erle Nash, Chester Kuli and Murray Cascadden.
In the super senior division there were also many commendable golfing results. Dick Mackenzie continued to lead this group as he fired a terrific 51. Both Bill Hutchinson and Linus Bachmeier played inspiring golf as they merited sweet 56s. John H. Dick played well to shoot a 59. Ray Allen, Jim Ascott and Al Stockwell also produced satisfying scores.
The closest to the pin on #9 went to Bob Scott who hit a spectacular shot to within a few feet of the hole. I didn’t ask Bob if he made the putt! Bill Parr converted a tremendous putt of 6m+ to win the long putt honours on #2.
In the 55-69y division, Bob Mclean played well to achieve an impressive 40. He was closely followed by two long hitting golfers, Jim Pearson and Larry Haggitt, who both fired excellent 42s. Four golfers who achieved inspiring 43s were Pat Hill, Jim Omstead, Bill Ward and Al Zanuttini. Kevin Jordan put together a solid round as he achieved a noteworthy 44. Mike Getty played well scoring a very commendable 45. Both Dave Dent and guest, Mike La Bonte, produced satisfying 46s. Steadily improving Joe Moracci and Dave Clark merited very fine 48 and 49 results respectively. A nifty 50 was shot by Al Matthews.
The 70-79y division was led again by smooth swinging Vic Reynaert who fired an outstanding 41. Tom Hyatt played very well to merit a superb 43. Both Neil Adamson and Bob Scott fired very praiseworthy 44s. Paul R. Brown earned a commendable 45. Bob Patchett and Joe Vertel scored satisfying 46 and 47 results respectively. Three golfers who shot noteworthy 48s were Gerald Rivait, Homer Vandervecht and Ed Woelk. Bill Parr achieved a fine 49, and Don Willan scored a nifty 50. Others who achieved 55 or less were Ray Ozorio, Carl Robinson, Dean Wigle, Walter Balsam, Andy Orsini, Tom Sasso, Ken Womack and
OBITUARY
Michele Sabelli
Michele Sabelli, 72 years, passed away Friday, August 2, 2013.
Hugh Samuel Hooper
Beloved husband of Rosa. Dear father of Anna and Michelina Sabelli. Dear brother of Angelina DelCiancio (the late Corradino) and Paul (Lucy). Predeceased by Antonio (the late Antonietta), Pasqualino (Anita). Dear brother-in-law of Alberto Tamburri (the late Aiudica), Giuseppe Tamburri (Giovanna), Maria Innamorato (the late Pasquale), Carmela Romano (Antonio), Vittorio Tamburri (Gaeton), the late Anna Maria Tamburri, the late Nicola Tamburri (Carmelina), the late Domenico Tamburri. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.
Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday. Parish Prayers were held Monday evening. Funeral Mass to celebrate Michele’s life was conducted from St. Michael’s Church, 21 Elliott Street, Leamington on Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. Fr. Tony DelCiancio celebrant. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society or Heart & Stroke Foundation. Friends may send condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
Players who improved their scores by 6 or more shots were Stan Brophey, Ed Woelk, Wiz, Pat Hill, Al Zanuttini and Don Girardin.
A Golf Book costing $9.99 may soon become available. Here are a few chapter titles: When to regrip your ball retriever; How to get more distance off the shank; How to properly line up your fifth putt; When to let a foursome play through your twosome; Explaining to your wife why a 9-hole round of golf took 6 hours; How to cast an effective shadow over your opponent’s putt; How to lower your score by adding inaccurately.
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Hugh Samuel Hooper, 91 years, passed away peacefully on Friday August 2, 2013. Formerly of Pelee Island. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Hooper (2011). Dear father of Carol Rombough (Lyall), P.E.I., Janice Hooper (Ian Lampel), Darlene Hooper, all of Windsor. Proud grandfather of Rosemarie, Bernadette, John, David, Daniel, Gordon and great grandfather of Corinne, Jonathon, Alexandra, Keanu, Chase, Ethan, Chyanna, Dorothy, Faith and Kohen. Dear brother of Joyce Ryersee (Lee), Clyde Hooper and the late Mahlon, Bruce, Lyle and Byrdie. Hugh was a Navy Veteran from W.W.II.
Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street Leamington (519-326-2631) on Wednesday August 7, 2013 from 1pm. until time of Funeral Service at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Liz Chaplin officiating. Interment Pelee Island Cemetery on Thursday August 8, 2013 at 12 noon. A special thank you to the doctors and staff at Riverside Place for their care and compassion. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Friends may send condolences at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Dave Pilmer.
TIM IRWIN
SOUTHPOINT SUN
$795/month + utilities. Appliances included. Laundry room in apartment. 1st and
3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent - 17 Foundry, Leamington. Living room, kitchen, dining room, 2 bathrooms, air conditioned, full basement. $800 plus utilities. First and last required. Call 519-326-6970 or 519566-5933. Available September 1st. au7
TWO BEDROOM DUPLEX in Leamington. Fridge and stove, full unfinished basement with laundry hookup. $600 per month plus utilities. First and last required. Available September 1. Call 519-326-8015. au7-tf
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LADIES, YOU ARE invited to a dinner evening at Colasantiʼs Tropical Gardens on Monday, August 12 at 6:30 pm. The cost of tickets is $16. Our eveningʼs speaker is Donna Powell from Portland, Mich. and her theme is “When Happily Ever After Doesnʼt Happen” Dr. Libby Skidmore will be talking about Simple Coping Skills and Bob Dawson will be our musical feature for the evening. Come, bring a friend and enjoy a wonderful evening presented by Leamington Christian Womenʼs After 5 which is affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries. au7
INDOOR/OUTDOOR CARPENTRY - Repairs, vinyl siding, windows, doors, painting, flooring, fences, decks and sheds. Free estimates. 35 years experience. Our installation is as good as or better than window and door companies at 1/2 the price. Call for a quote, Bill, 519-566-8408. tf
LARRYʼS HOME REPAIRSPainting, drywall and trim, renovations, hardwood and laminate flooring, fences, decks power washed and sealed. 30 years experience. Larry, 519-326-2770. au7-14
GARAGE SALE - Friday, August 9 & Saturday, August 10. Starts 9:00 a.m. 1018 Hwy. #77 Staples. Small microwave, wooden kitchen table and 4 chairs - good for students off to school. au7
YARD SALE - Leamington Heights, 400 Oak St. E. Join us for our yard sale on Sat., Aug. 10 and Sun. Aug. 11 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please call 519-324-9610. au7
washer, dryer. Call 519-325-0388. jl31-au7
ELECTRIC WATER HEATER - 44L or 12 US gallons, 120 volt, $40 firm. 519322-1413. au7
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NOTICE
Municipality of Leamington PUBLIC NOTICE
PESTICIDE USE
The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington intends to control weeds under The Weed Control Act, R.S.O., 1990 along municipal rural roads within the Municipality of Leamington.
The Municipality will be treating rural roadside ditches using TURBOPROP Emulsifiable Concentrate containing the active ingredients Dichlorprop 300 g/l (present as 2-ethylhexyl ester) and 2,4-D 282 g/l (present as 2-ethylhexyl ester) {Registration #27967} registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA) commencing June 12, 2013 until completion; weather permitting and ending August 31, 2013.
Urban curbs will be sprayed with ECOCLEAR Fast Acting Weed and Grass Killer which contains acetic acid 25% w/v 250 g/l (Registration # 25528) registered under the PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS ACT (CANADA) anticipated starting date is June 12, 2013 until August 31, 2013.
For further information please contact Ken Brown, P.Eng, Manager of Operations at 519-322-2346. Collect calls will be accepted.
Ken Brown, P.Eng Manager of Operations Public Works Department
SOUTHPOINT SUN
1 Position Available Full time (30-40hrs) seasonal
Greenhouse Scout: Scouting for insects and diseases in commercial vegetable or flower greenhouses in Essex County. Should have scouting experience OR have some knowledge of pest and/or beneficial insects. Ability to identify some major insect pests and damage symptoms present in greenhouse crops.
Job requires:
• physical demands of walking all day (8-9 hours)
• hot, humid conditions;
• use of scissor carts and climbing over some obstacles.
• Clear, concise handwriting; English communication skills (spoken and written); good rapport with customers
• good knowledge of general math for data collection;
• attention to details
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and in time allotted.
Pay rate depends on experience.
Insured personal vehicle and good driving record required. Paid mileage from farm to farm.
Send Resume, including summary of practical experience related to this job. Drop off, fax or send resume to:
MGS Horticultural Inc.
Attn: Theresa Wildman, Biological Service Manager Box 33, 50 Hazelton St. Leamington, Ont.
N8H 3W1
Fax (519) 326-0425
Email: theresa@mgshort.com
PAULAʼS FISH PLACEnow hiring - Seasonal part-time cook, two positions needed. Seasonal cafeteria cooks, two positions needed. Must have reliable transportation and willing to work weekends and holidays. Drop off resume at 857 Point Pelee Dr., Leamington. No phone calls please. au7-14
(LIC# 10969). DRIVERS WANTED
DRIVERS WANTED AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake + Overtime
Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3, or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at: www.sperryrail.com/ careers and then choose the FastTRACK Application.
LAIDLAW CARRIERS VAN DIVISION requires experienced AZ licensed drivers to run the U.S. Premium mileage rate. Home weekly. New equipment. Also hiring Owner Operators. 1-800-263-8267
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