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Hydro needs expected to spike

By Bryan Jessop

The atmosphere was ‘electric’ during the early stages of a recent Leamington municipal council meeting.

To start reports of staff and delegations during its Tuesday, Jan. 14 meeting, council was presented with a report from Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) vice president of Policy Engagement and Innovation Terry Young. While noting that the province presently has an ample supply of electricity available, Young also pointed out that projections expect the demand for hydro in certain regions — including Leamington, Kingsville and the rest of Essex County — to spike significantly.

One of the strategies taking place to address the expected “For us, spike in demand, he Leamington is a explained, is a study really great case study on the feasibility of to use as we work with using LED lighting communities across in the greenhouse inOntario.” dustry. The IESO is — Terry Young now working with the greenhouse sector in the Chatham area to come up with ideas on reducing energy consumption. The program, Young said, is one of several conservation efforts taking place throughout Ontario.

“We do understand the need to reduce costs,” he stated.

“We’ve done a lot in the last 18 months to bring those costs down.”

Through ‘Market Renewal’ initiatives, Young explained that the potential to save $800 million in electricity costs is a possibility over the next 10 years. The Cambridge-based IESO is working with interested parties from within five Regional Electricity Networks to further develop energy conservation strategies. More recently, the IESO has began working on a new program with the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG).

“We plan for what the demand for electricity is from five minutes to the next 20 years,” Young said. “We track demand constantly, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.”

The guest explained that the electricity sector has been changing dramatically over the past 10 years.

“The type of electricity we’re using has changed, the way we consume electricity has changed and we expect that that change will continue over the next decade as well,” Young noted. “We’re working to stay on top of that change.

For us, Leamington is a really great case study to use as we work with communities across Ontario.”

The presentation included an overview of electricity sources, where Young described nuclear energy as the

Katherine Burt of the Essex County OPP and Leamington Fire Services deputy chief Mike Ciacelli prepare to ‘faceoff’ as servers moments prior to the fifth annual Leamington Half Century Centre Chili Cook-off Saturday, Jan. 18. This year’s competition featured nine entries and drew a crowd of about 50 customers.

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Tough competition at Chili Cook-Off

By Bryan Jessop

Chilly weather couldn’t deter a dedicated group of customers from being treated to a chili dinner.

The Leamington Half Century Centre hosted its fifth annual Chili Cook-Off Saturday, Jan. 18, where ticket buyers were presented with nine varieties of chili cooked up by local businesses. The number of entries was the most since the yearly event began in 2016.

“We’re really happy with the amount of support we get,” explained Half Century Centre executive director Christine Lehn. “The turnout this year was good, considering the weather.”

This year’s turnout appeared to be approximately 40 as the 5 p.m. start drew near, but a few last-minute arrivals brought the number up to 50. Last year, more favourable weather conditions paved the way for a customer head count of about 60. Tickets were sold at $10 each and included an ice cream and apple crisp dessert following the meal.

Entries for the Chili Cook-Off’s 2020 edition included both return competitors as well as some first-time participants. This year’s offerings were prepared by the Leamington Portuguese Club, the Knights of Columbus of St. Michael’s Church, Armando’s, Rosewood Erie Glen Retirement Residence, Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School’s hospitality class, Chartwell Leamington, Colasanti’s Tropical Garden, Seacliff Manor and the hosting Leamington Half Century Centre.

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Hydro needs expected to spike

(Continued from Front) “workhorse,” providing 60 per cent of the province’s power. Another 25 per cent comes from water sources, eight per cent from wind and solar and the balance from natural gas, biomass and other formats.

In Kingsville and Leamington, Young pointed out, the demand for electricity is higher than the provincial average.

“While we’re seeing very low increases across the province as a whole, in areas like Leamington, you’re seeing quite a different story,” he explained, citing a 1,300 megawatt need in Leamington and Kingsville specifically.

Much of the local spike in electricity demands, as

Young reported, can be attributed to the needs of the agricultural sector. Each acre of cannabis greenhouse operation, he noted, has a one megawatt demand while

“While we’re seeing very low increases across the province as a whole, in areas like Leamington, you’re seeing quite a different story.”

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vegetable greenhouse facilities require a megawatt of power for every two acres.

In response, a Local Advisory Committee including area stakeholders has been

created to focus on energy conservation ideas and plans. Energy efficiency initiatives and new infrastructure are among the topics being discussed to meet the local agricultural industry’s demand.

Towards the end of Young’s presentation, Mayor Hilda MacDonald inquired about alternatives to large hydro poles erected along Highway 77 that provide power to greenhouses in the area, as residents have complained about the appearance of such structures.

Young replied by explaining that any changes to the hydro pole system are decisions made by the electricity provider and that underground wiring — as used in larger urban centres — is often costly.

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From left to right, Leamington Deputy Mayor Larry Verbeke, Chatham-Kent Leamington MP Dave Epp and Leamington councillor Paul Tiessen serve cups of chili during the fifth annual Leamington Half Century Centre Chilli Cookoff.

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Tough competition at Chili Cook-Off (Continued from Front) Volunteer servers included defending 2019 champion Mitchell Pratchett, representing Colasanti’s. Others were Chatham-Kent Leamington MP Dave Epp, Leamington Deputy Mayor Larry Verbeke and Councillor Paul Tiessen, Essex County OPP Constable Katherine Burt, Leamington Fire Services Deputy Chief Mike Ciacelli, Joanne Najim of Rosewood Erie Glen and Half Century Centre kitchen staff member Mario Florenco. Servers who were also participants in the Cook-Off did not serve their own chili.

Judges this year were Leamington Councillors Bill Dunn and John Hammond and Half Century Club executive member Chris Lehn. Taking first place in the judged category was Rosewood Erie Glen while “We’re really happy Colasanti’s earned second place. For People’s Choice, with the amount of voted on by customers, the Half Century Centre took support we get. The top honours. Winners of both the judged and People’s turnout this year was Choice categories received framed certificates, which good, considering the Lehn explained keeps expenses down to ensure that weather.” as much money as possible raised by the Cook-Off is — Christine Lehn dedicated to the Centre’s project expenses. The identity of all chili entries are unknown to judges as well as the customers. Each year, the Chili Cook Off raises an average of $400 to $500.

This year’s fundraising could be directed towards the purchase of fans to be installed in the Centre’s main activity room for improved air circulation. The next public event at the Half Century Centre will be held Saturday, March 14 — a corn beef and cabbage dinner celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. The fundraiser requires the purchase of tickets in advance.

Tickets are now available at the Centre at 160 Talbot St. East.

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Workforce ‘tour’ coming to Leamington

By Bryan Jessop

Being able to meet local workforce demands will be the topic of choice for an upcoming event to be hosted by UE Enclosures.

The MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates) Leamington Network Hub will present the Business Panel and Tour Saturday, Feb. 1 as an opportunity to meet employment needs throughout Leamington and surrounding areas. Guest speakers will include a list of community leaders discussing methods to address the shortage of available employees and attract new workers, led by Unifor Economist and Policy Analyst Kaylie Tiessen as moderator.

Speakers will include South Essex Community Council (SECC) executive director Carolyn Warkentin, Leamington Mennonite Home administrator Jeff Konrad, UE Enclosures president George Bergen and Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. Dean Shoemaker, senior development officer from MEDA’s Canadian headquarters in Waterloo, will also address the gathering of guests.

The Leamington Business Panel and Tour will begin at 1 p.m. and run until 5 p.m., with doors opening at 12:30 p.m. Admission to the event is free, with interested guests able to reserve a seat in advance at www.meda.org/leamington-events UE Enclosures, the host site, is located at 605 Essex County Rd. 18. Bergen, who met with local officials last week, explained that a total of between 150 and 250 guests are expected to attend.

“The idea is to start open conversations on what it will take to bring a sustainable workforce to Leamington,” said Bergen, who explained that numerous businesses in the Leamington area are experiencing a shortage of both skilled and general labour staff.

“It’s about figuring out ways to make this community a destination for workers.”

The four-hour gathering will be based on a networking atmosphere and will include a question and answer period for guests. Refreshments and a small group tour of UE Enclosures will be available.

MEDA, with offices situated across the globe, was founded in 1953 by a team of Mennonite entrepreneurs. The organization sets out to reduce poverty with economic development initiatives and business solutions within impoverished regions across the world. The Canadian headquarters of MEDA is located in Waterloo.

“They have an amazing approach on how to generate workforce solutions,” Bergen said of MEDA.

Polar Bear Dip celebrates 20th anniversary

By Sheila McBrayne

KINGSVILLE – The Polar Bear Dip will celebrate its 20th anniversary on February 22, 2020. Funds raised by the annual Polar Bear Dip continue to provide the much needed funding for programs and services provided by Childcan and ACCESS that assist the children, youth, adults and families living in the region.

Teams of participants, usually dressed in themed costumes or shirts, will charge into the icy waters of Lake Erie on Saturday, Feb. 22 at Cedar Beach. Registration starts at 10 a.m. and the Dip starts at noon, with lunch and awards at Lakside Pavilion at 1:30 p.m.

Childcan is an incorporated, registered, communitybased charity that has been supporting children and their families through childhood cancer since 1974. Located in London, Childcan serves children who have been diagnosed at Children's Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre, a tertiary care referral centre serving 550,000+ children in Ontario including those from Windsor-Essex. At any time, approximately one-third of the children Childcan supports are from the Windsor-Essex region.

The funds raised at the ACCESS and Childcan Polar Bear Dip stay in Windsor-Essex and support those children and their families.

Since 2010, more than 12,000 Canadian children have been diagnosed with childhood cancer; over 4,000 of them are in Ontario. This year alone, there will be 1,700 Canadian children newly diagnosed and 20% of them will not survive. Two-thirds of the survivors will live with the long-term side effects of their treatment.

Please visit www.childcan.com for more information.

Access County Community Support Services (ACCESS) is a community-based nonprofit organization committed to supporting and strengthening Essex County residents with locally driven services all across Essex County. In addition to running an Ontario Early Years Centre – KEYS – that receives thousands of visits from parents and children ages 0-6 every year, free after-school programs in Harrow and Leamington, and support for youth in crisis across the community, ACCESS offers support to individuals and families experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.

With affordable housing, financial management, food security services, referrals and other basic need assistance, ACCESS helps the most vulnerable in Essex County receive the support they require. Each year, ACCESS provides service to 1,300 youth with a range of services from recreational programming to addressing mental health crises, to kids experiencing homelessness or requiring personal skills development.

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Highway 3 and 401 top list of draft transportation plan

By Sheila McBrayne

Two local transportation initiatives topped the list of eight for southwestern Ontario in the provincial government’s draft transportation plan for southwestern Ontario released January 17

by Caroline Mulroney, Ontario Minister of Transportation.

The plan, Connecting the Southwest, outlines five goals to improve transportation in the region: • Getting people moving and connecting communities • Supporting a competitive open for business environment • Improving safety • Providing more choice and convenience • Preparing for the future Eight key actions were recognized with the top two pertaining to widening Highway 3 and cement barriers on 401 between Tilbury and London.

In the plan, Minister Mulroney states, “…We are also keeping roads safe on key highways in the region, with projects including the widening of Highway 3 between the Town of Essex and Leamington, as well as widening and adding a concrete barrier on Highway 401 between London and Tilbury.”

“We’re cautiously optimistic with the plan released. But we need action.

We have seen this in writing several times now. Plans are

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Chatham-Kent Essex MPP Rick Nicholls, left, and Ontario Minister of Transportation Caroline Mulroney announced the provincial government’s commitment to widen Highway 3 from Essex to just west of Leamington on August 12, 2019.

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great. Action is better. That is what will save lives in Carnage Alley,” stated Allison Storey, founder of Build the Barrier, in response to the draft transportation plan.

The Build the Barrier group was formed in September 2017 by the family and friends of people killed in crossover collisions on Highway 401 in Chatham-Kent and Elgin County, otherwise known as “Carnage Alley.” The group has been working with MPP Chatham-KentEssex Rick Nicholls and MPP for Elgin-MiddlesexLondon MPP and former Transportation Minister Jeff Yurek, now Environment Minister.

Minister Mulroney was in Leamington in August of

last year to make the verbal announcement that the province planned to widen Highway 3 from Essex to Leamington. Local municipal leaders as well as Chatham-Kent-Leamington MPP Rick Nicholls welcomed the announcement.

“I’m proud that our government is delivering on its promise and making this project a priority by accelerating the planning, so that we can get shovels in the ground as quickly as possible,” said MPP Nicholls at the announcement in August. “Not only will the widening of Highway 3 improve safety, but it will also bring economic opportunity to the residents and businesses of Essex County,” he said.

Letter to the Editor

Resident concerned about piled up snow I was shocked to see a Leamington Transit driver take an illegal left turn out of the Sherk Complex last week.

And there is a pile of snow blocking the view of an intersection on the corner of Mill Street and Victoria. The town seems to believe that the Princess Centre parking lot is their own personal snow-dumping ground. I thought the snow was to be piled at the old arena property.

I really hope that if someone gets in a car accident there – as you have to get out halfway into the intersection before you can see oncoming traffic – that the Town of Leamington gets a hefty lawsuit out of it.

– Stephanie Langille, Leamington

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New Branch Head at Wheatley Library Library News WHEATLEY – Amy Osborne, Branch Head at the Wheatley and Tilbury branches of the ChathamKent Public Library (CKPL), has accepted a Branch Head position at the Ridgetown, Highgate and Bothwell library branches.

Jessica Foott, who is from Wheatley, took over the position of Branch Head at the Wheatley and Tilbury library branches on Monday, Jan. 20. Jessica reads a lot of books in different genres and currently runs the Tilbury Book Club, does school storytimes at Wheatley Area Public School, creates great book displays at the library and is a whiz at tech help for patrons.

The CK Reads book this year is Louise Penny’s book “Still Life,” which is the first book in a detective series based in Quebec. CK Reads is ChathamKent’s largest book club — you can place a hold on books by going online to search.ckpl.ca or call 519-825-7131.

Wee Readers Storytime at Wheatley Library is on Mondays at 10 a.m. The next storytime is February 3 and the program runs until March 9. Kids age 0-4 are welcome to drop-in for this fun and interactive program to sing songs, listen to short stories, learn rhymes and more.

CKPL is holding a month-long contest from February 1 until the 29th. Patrons will be given a ballot for each time they check out, receive a NextReads newsletter, sign up for a NextReads newsletter, participate in a library program or use one or more of CKPL’s digital platforms.

This program is open to patrons 16 years of age and older who hold an active library card. A winner will be selected from each branch and will receive a chocolate token of appreciation. All ballots will be gathered and the grand prize winner of a lovely chocolate gift basket will be drawn March 11.

Don’t have an active library card and want to participate? Visit any library branch in Chatham-Kent with a valid piece of identification and staff will gladly help you out.

For more information library programs, visit www.ckpl.ca

Members of Leamington Rotary assembled 50 Maternal Care Packages at their weekly meeting, Monday, Jan. 20. Pictured here, from left to right, are Chuck Parsons, Laura Lucier (Club President), Bill Orawski, Renee Daudlin-Iacobelli, Sandra Morley, Daryl Towns, Supawit Chaloemkoon (Rotary exchange student), Ann Robertson-Seigel, Jim Samson, Wendy Parsons, Linda Walker, Barb Towns, Carolyn Tann-Jacobs and John Edwards.

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Leamington Rotary helping new moms

By Sheila McBrayne

LEAMINGTON – The Rotary Club of Leamington expects to help expecting moms after receiving a $2,500 grant from Rotary District 6400.

The Leamington Club matched the donation to bring the total to $5,000, which the club has invested in 50 Maternal Care Packages for new and expecting moms in need in the Leamington area. “We apply every year for the grant. We have a few nurses in the club and their experience tells us there were moms who needed a little extra boost,” said Rotarian Charlene Houle.

Members spent their regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 20 assembling the Maternal Packages. The packages include a hand-made diaper bag filled with vitamins, diapers, laundry soap, reusable breast pads, wipes, a onesie, an undershirt, a receiving blanket, a $40 gift card and much more. “We added it all up and each bag has about a $160 value,” said Houle.

Houle explained that the items in the bag are important for mother and baby, but are items that might not get purchased if the parent’s budget didn’t allow. “They’re items that might get dropped for pablum or diapers, if a choice had to be made,” said Houle.

The bags were all handmade by “A friend of Rotary,” Cheryl Middlemiss. Each one is unique and all are genderneutral. “The bags are lovely. She made them so that they could be used for other purposes than a diaper bag ESSEX COUNTY – City of Windsor Councillor Kieran McKenzie was acclaimed later,” said Houle.

Chair of the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) at the Annual General The Maternity Package Meeting on January 23. Elected to Windsor City Council in 2018, McKenzie has is available through The served on the ERCA Board since 2019 and fills the Chair position vacated by Irek Leamington Area FamKusmierczyk upon his election to parliament. ily Health Team, ThomMcKenzie has been active in the City of Windsor Environment, Transportation and son Guardian Pharmacy, Public Safety Standing Committee among many others, and particularly recognizes the churches and advocates can need to work together urgently to build regional resilience to climate change. Tackling refer moms in need directly water management issues and flooding are among his key priorities. to Rotary Club member Councillor Tania Jobin of Tecumseh will continue to serve as Vice-Chair.

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Pictured, from left, are Rotarians Renee Daudlin-Iacobelli, Sandra Morley and Charlene Houle.

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contacts us and lets us know of an expectant mother who needs one, we’ll see that they get one. They’re not for every expectant mother,” explained Houle.

Thomson Guardian Pharmacy and Real Canadian Superstore in Leamington provided donations and discounts for some of the supplies. “We were really able to do a lot more with the funds we had thanks to the generosity of Superstore and Guardian Pharmacy. They really helped us out,” said Houle.

Because the packages are earmarked for those who need them, it’s hoped the 50 packages will last for the year. “We have high statistics for people living below the poverty line in our community. We’ll see how it goes. If it’s a success, we could repeat it again next year,” said Houle.

The Leamington Rotary Club has approximately 25 active members who meet every Monday evening at the Roma Club. The club sponsors many community projects and raises funds through a wide variety of local fundraisers.

For more information on the Leamington Rotary Club or to become a member, contact charlenemhoule@gmail.com

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

CHATHAM-KENT-LEAMINGTON – The riding of Chatham-Kent-Leamington received $6.8 million of the province’s $200 million commitment to all municipalities.

Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure, recently announced new funds coming through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) to the riding of ChathamKent – Leamington of $6.8 million across municipalities to address local community infrastructure needs.

“As your MPP, I am upholding my commitment to support our local municipalities by creating jobs, attracting economic growth and investment, and making our community the best place to live and grow,” said MPP Rick Nicholls. “This funding will help build and repair roads, bridges, water and wastewater infrastructure in our community.”

Chatham-Kent received the bulk of the riding’s funding with $5,366,718. “As a municipality, Chatham-Kent appreciates the stability and ongoing support of the province through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund,” said Darrin Canniff, Mayor of Chatham-Kent. “We use the fund to help support Chatham-Kent’s extensive system of paved roads.”

This funding is a part of Ontario’s approximately $200 million commitment to 424 municipalities addressing their core infrastructure projects and asset management planning needs in 2020.

Leamington received $1,439,532 in funding from this initiative. “The Municipality of Leamington appreciates the provincial government’s commitment to infrastructure through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund,” said Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald. “This funding will be used to maintain and renew core infrastructure in our community.”

Recognizing that municipalities have different infrastructure needs, the province uses a straightforward and transparent formula that examines various social and economic factors to determine funding allocations across the province.

Mayor MacDonald narrates Peter and the Wolf LEAMINGTON – For the first time ever, the Windsor Symphony Orchestra performed a Concert for Kids in Leamington narrated

by Mayor Hilda MacDonald, right, on Saturday, Jan. 25 at Leamington United Mennonite Church. One of the most recognizable pieces of music, the symphonic fairy tale Peter and the Wolf is perfect for the WSO’s interactive family program Concerts for Kids. The concert was conducted and curated by Assistant Conductor Daniel Wiley, left, and narrated by MacDonald. The short 40-minute concert is the perfect way for families to explore music in an informal and fun environment. Peter and the Wolf is designed specifically for concertgoers between ages 4-8.

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Students excited about new Lego Club LEAMINGTON – The Gore Hill Public School Gators are excited about a new Lego Club for Grade 2 and 3 students that started this year. School custodian Mr. Andrew Silveira, a.k.a. Lego Man, is bringing in a variety of his special collections to share with students to spark their imagination as they build their own creations during the meetings.

Pictured, Mr. Silveira shows Lego Club members the detail inside his train display.

From left to right are Keyaira Clarke, Siar Ramazan, Mr. Silveira, Luke Schmidt and Katie Desborough.

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Follow Your H’art – a unique event supporting Heart & Stroke KINGSVILLE – A unique event called Follow Your H’art is taking place in the town of Kingsville during the month of February.

More than 30 Kingsville businesses will have artwork for sale by local artists belonging to the Arts Society of Kingsville from February 1-29.

Donations from the sales of art will go to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

February is a special month for the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation. Its mission is to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms that might lead to stroke or heart disease. It also focuses on fundraising for maintaining research on heart health.

An inspired member of the Arts Society, the late Joan Cotte, initially invited artists to try out a community experiment four years ago. The event, called ‘Follow Your H’Art’, involves partnerships among the Heart & Stroke Foundation, participating business owners throughout town and talented local artists. Artists display their artwork in local shops for the month. Each artist later donates a portion

of the sales to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

The public also has the opportunity to win free art by entering the Heart & Stroke Draw. Just collect 10 stamps on the draw cards available at the Follow Your H’Art businesses, then submit completed draw cards at any one of them.

On the evening of February 7, master singer/ songwriter J.P. Cormier of Kingsville Folk Festival fame is returning to Kingsville to perform for his fans and new followers at the Grovedale House, 103 Park St. While he entertains the audience, six artist mem-

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It’s random thoughts week!

RIB’S RAMBLINGS Mark Ribble Jinx I guess I’d better say sorry for jinxing the weather a couple of week ago.

I was at a family funeral and old friend Jamie Nash reminded me that it was sure to snow after I talked about the weather. Subsequently, it’s been cold and snowy most days since.

Jamie was the first to text me in November when the Leafs fired Mike Babcock on the same day the paper came out where I had asked if he would last the season.

So maybe I’m psychic, I don’t know.

Waxing Nostalgic The nostalgia bug creeps in every once in a while and I start thinking about things from my childhood.

Sometimes it’s a song, sometimes it’s a smell and other times it just pops up out of nowhere.

I watched a hilarious video online a while back where this guy had set up an older rotary-dial telephone, plugged it in so it worked and left it under a box. He then asked two teenage boys to remove the box and there sat the phone. He gave them a phone number and also gave them two minutes to dial the number. They could not figure out how to dial that 10-digit number. One kid eventually got frustrated and gave up. The other figured it out just as the timer ran out, but didn’t have time to dial the whole number.

There are so many things I miss from the old days.

I fondly remember the taste of the gum that came with hockey and baseball cards. It was usually pretty brittle, so you had to keep in your mouth for a bit to soften it up. What was with the white powder? Was that icing sugar? Corn starch? It must have been edible. I remember opening an old box of hockey cards many years later and all you could smell was the gum.

Which red salve?

How about mercurochrome? The magical red solution was the cure-all for everything skin-related when I was a kid.

If I got a cut, my mom would get out the bottle of mercurochrome AND the bottle of iodine (also red).

I usually got to choose.

I found the iodine stung more. As years went on, the mercurochrome was gradually replaced in our household by peroxide, which I welcomed with ‘open cuts’ because stinging was at a minimum with that.

The four biggies were mercurochrome, iodine, peroxide and rubbing al-

cohol, and my mom kept plenty of them around, just in case of a booboo.

Okay, so who called it booboo? We did.

I know others who called it bo-bo. To me, that was the name of a wrestler. But to each their own.

Don’t Mess with KD! Has anyone else noticed a distinct difference in the taste of Kraft Dinner in recent years?

Although I didn’t eat a lot of Kraft Dinner as a kid, we certainly ate lots when my kids were growing up, but now that the grandkids like the “cheesy noodles,” we find the taste of it awful. A little research online showed that they changed the recipe a couple of years ago to better align with healthy eating guidelines.

Really? Who changes the recipe on a long-standing Canadian tradition like KD? That’s worse than when they switched the Swanson pot pies and TV dinners to cardboard trays instead of foil.

That’s worse than when they changed the name of Sugar Pops to Corn Pops.

That’s worse than when they put Philadelphia Chip Dips into plastic containers and deprived us of the excitement of opening the scalloped tins without cutting off our thumbs (always had the mercurochrome handy).

Sometimes, we’d get the chips that came in the big round barrel. Long before they came in a tube. I think Pringles makes those tubes just small enough that I can’t get my arm in to reach the bottom, thus forcing me to go buy more.

Box of Memories If I had a small box to put things in 40 years ago, and the foresight to do so, I’d have kept some of those childhood things.

That plastic yellow thing for the middle of 45 records, some cat’s eye marbles, maybe a trading card

or two. I’d throw in some jacks, a roll of caps from my cap gun and one of those hockey pucks that told you the speed of your shot. They never worked.

Add to it my old Viewmaster, along with the wheels containing pictures of The Jungle Book and Lost in Space. Maybe throw in couple of the players from my old table hockey game and a couple more from my Coleco Electric Football game.

Of course, if the box were big enough, it would contain my original copy of Beautiful Joe (first novel I ever read) and my very first souvenir hockey puck from the 1972-73 Oshawa Generals.

About Those Generals As an 11-soon-to-be-12 year-old, I was fascinated by the big bad OHL during my brother’s two years playing in Oshawa. After his arrival there, I was excited to find out that’s where Bobby Orr had played his junior hockey some half-a-dozen years earlier. So everything Oshawa consumed this statshungry kid, long before stats were readily available.

The Hockey News came to our house once we became a ‘hockey family’ and I scoured the columns of that paper for my stats fix every month.

The Generals played their home games on Friday nights, so most of my Friday afternoons were spent in my dad’s 1968 LeSabre, driving the length of the 401 between Comber and Oshawa. They would pick me up at the front doors of Gore Hill Public School and off we’d go. Two packs of Export A’s were likely smoked along the way. I was a seasoned second-hand smoker by the end of the hockey season, whether I wanted to be or not. Trips to London and Kitchener were regular stops during those two seasons too. And I finally realized my dream of watching hockey in Maple Leaf Gardens during that tenure, although it was to watch the Generals and Junior A Marlies play, not the Leafs.

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Pelee Club, a private club located on the north shore of Pelee Island, was established in 1883 by several well-to-do American investors interested in fishing and getting back to nature. Membership was at first limited to twenty-five members, some very prestigious, i.e., Gen. Philip Sheridan, Marshall Field, George Pullman, and Robert T. Lincoln. At least three American presidents were guests at the club: Grover Cleveland, Rutherford Hayes and Howard Taft. “The club buildings occupy a park of 10 acres and have been added to at various times.......the main building having over forty rooms with bowling alley, billiard room, boat houses, all lighted with gas and furnished with water and all the appliances of a first class summer hotel.” Access is still by members only.

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Leamington High School play, 1908-09. Standing, left to right - Staff Balkwill, Foster Jackson, John R. L. Eede, Pearl Longfield. Seated, left to right - Madeline Hillier, Edmonson Laventure, Lena Pilsworth.

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Lasting reminder of appreciation - In some cases words of appreciation do justice to a man who devoted 15 years of time and effort in municipal politics for the betterment of his community. But Larry McDonald went far beyond the routine of local government and the village decided to present him with a lasting reminder. A winter farm pond scene by local artist Harold Burton was presented at the January 22 council meeting and a get-together following brought to light many highlights of his career. Over the 15 years he was in the municipal spotlight, he served 8 years as Reeve and was Kent County Warden in 1979.

Left to right - Alfred Whaley, Doug Dunmore, Larry McDonald with his picture, and Al Ascott.

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New Partnership with Assisted Living and ESHC to benefit patients LEAMINGTON – Erie Shores HealthCare and Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario (ALSO) are partnering to enhance services to patients in Essex County.

“At Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario, we have been serving people in Leamington and area for more than 30 years. We have never had a 24-hour location from which to dispatch our staff. Due to the generosity and spirit of collaboration from Erie Shores HealthCare, we now have that hub or foundation to provide access to 24-hour service in people’s homes. This will allow us to more effectively serve patients ready to leave the hospital, but needing high levels of support to go home,” stated Lynn Calder, Executive Director, ALSO. ALSO is a personal care service provider to adults with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries and the frail elderly population in Windsor/Essex. ALSO’s staff assist people to live at home and live as independently as possible in the community, giving individuals the opportunity to live, work, and play as full and equal citizens.

“Our partnership will allow for seamless access to healthcare services in Essex County and allow for patients to better transition through the various levels of care they need throughout their medical journey. We’re always looking to collaborate and innovate and this is one way we’re helping to keep compassionate care close to home,” stated Janice Dawson, CEO Erie Shores HealthCare.

WHEATLEY – Richard Howe and Terry Taylor led the 21 players who shot Fun Darts on January 17. Rosemary Duquette and Jim McClellan followed with five wins. With four wins Julie Reid, Sherry DeCaluwe and Mike Simpson tied with Erika Simpson, Patricia Suy and Peter VanZetten.

Jean Crook, Laura Simpson and Charlie Wimperis WHEATLEY won three games. Also LEGION NEWS tied with two wins were BRANCH 324 Bonnie Evoy, Gord Crook Jan Watson and Colin Harris – Garry Hope, April Simpson and Larry Evoy. And beating the skunk with one win were Terri Taylor and Tim Moore. Ladies who doubled out were Julie, Sherry, Patricia, Laura and Bonnie.

Join the Fun Darts players on Fridays. Play starts at 7:30 p.m.

Mary Lynn Dundas won twice at the Meat Draws that were run by Gerry Soulliere on January 25. Other winners were Wes Wright, Chris Resendes, Jan Watson, Rick McNeely, Bill Derbyshire, Gerry McCormick, Linda Niehus, Darren Bornais and Doug Miller. Mary Joe Wright won the 50/50 draw.

Join us on Saturdays for your chance to win great quality meat at the draws that run from 3 to 5 p.m. every Saturday.

Super Bowl Sunday will be held this Sunday, Feb. 2 starting at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

LEAMINGTON – Waddies are played on Thursdays starting at 7 p.m. sharp.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy a fun evening.

Leamington Municipal If you plan to pay your 2020 dues, do so by this Friday Council will review the the 31st. After that, your name will be removed from the proposed 2020 Budget on toonie bucket.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, comA Service Bureau Officer will be in our area from March mencing at 9 a.m.

11 to 13. If any veteran wishes to meet with him, call the If additional time is reBranch at 519-825-4161 no later than February 20 and quired, meetings will be leave your name and phone number so that a meeting time held February 6 and Februcan be set up for you. ary 7, commending at 9 a.m.

Once a month throughout 2020, the names of those from both days. the Wheatley and Leamington areas who paid the Supreme The Special Meeting(s) Sacrifice in the First and Second World Wars will be comLEAMINGTON FLYERS HOCKEY CLUB INC. memorated in this column: WWI: Pte. Charles Hillam, CEF, Jan. 17, 1917; Pte LEAMINGTON John Truax, CEF, Jan. 17, 1917; Capt. Harry Smith, HOCKEY CLUB INC. WINNERS CAMP, Jan. 19, 1919.

WWII– Sgt. A/G Murray DRAW MADE JANUARY 16, 2020 Wiper, RCAF, Jan. 1, 1944; at Flyers home game against LaSalle P/O Ernest Hawkes, RCAF, 4 prize 1 prize Judy Martens, Leamington J. P. Cayen, Belle River Jan. 20, 1944; P/O Ray $2,500 Southland Travel $250 Tim Horton’s Gift Card voucher donated by Craig Miller, Leamington 5 prize Countess, RCAF, Jan. 28, Southland Travel 10 Skating Treadmill Sessions 1944; W/O Don Hutchins, at PowerTech Hockey 2 prize Jordon Maine, Windsor RCAF, Jan. 8, 1945.

Liz Gow, Leamington 6 prize 2 Red Wings Club Level $100 Gift Card from Tickets including food Coming up… Feb. 8 Joses Restaurant & drinks, donated Birthday Bash featuring

by Cintas Steve Solcz, Windsor 7 prize South River Slim… Feb. 15 Leamington Flyers autographed 3 prize Don Fetter, Windsor jersey Chili Cook-Off… Feb. 19 Flint Firebirds Package Aaliyah Fowler, Leamington 8 prize including hotel and General Meeting… Feb. 20 2 Leamington Flyers 2020-2021 autographed jersey season tickets Seniors Dinner.

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The Bridge welcomes Children’s Centre partnership

By Bryan Jessop

The list of youth services available at The Bridge Leamington Youth Resource Centre has been complimented with a new addition.

Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital president and CEO Janice Kaffer, along with fellow staff members from the Windsorbased facility, paid a visit to The Bridge Wednesday, Jan. 22 to announce what she described as an “expansion of service” involving two county locations. The Bridge, along with the Harrow Health Centre, have formed partnerships through Memorandums of Understanding to have counselling services provided through Hotel Dieu’s Regional Children’s Centre (RCC). For the HHC, the new counselling services for youth will be based on general mental health matters while at The Bridge, a Master of Social Work (MSW) will From left to right, Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital Regional Children’s Centre Master of Social Work (MSW) Stacey Slobodnick, The be assigned to provide counselling for youths experiencing Bridge Leamington Youth Resource Centre executive director Krista Rempel, County of Essex Warden Gary McNamara, Harrow involvement with the court system.

Health Centre executive director Margo Reilly, Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital president and CEO Janice Kaffer, Hotel Dieu vice presiPresently, general mental health services are provided dent of Mental Health and Addictions Sonja Grbevski, youth justice treatment worker and MSW Ema Sisic and youth mental health in Leamington at facilities provided by the Windsor Essex court coordinator and MSW Matt Martinuzzi gather on the stage at The Bridge Wednesday, Jan. 22. That day, the announcement was officially made that partnerships have been formed between the Hotel Dieu RCC and The Bridge as well as the Harrow Health Catholic District School Board at St. Louis Catholic Elementary School.

Centre. Counselling relating to court system involvement is being offered at The Bridge while general mental health services are At The Bridge, the service expansion through Hotel Dieu’s being offered in Harrow.

(Southpoint Sun Photo) RCC will offer counselling services for youths between the ages of 14 and 21 who are involved with the youth justice system. Ema Sisic, a Youth Services Mental “We are Health Social Worker at collectively better the RCC, will be providable to serve the youth ed counselling services county population and at The Bridge weekly on we look forward to Wednesday afternoons. continuing to work with When necessary, Youth this program.”

Mental Health Court Co— Krista Rempel ordinator Matt Martinuzzi will also be making the th mid-weekly trip to The Bridge.

Other Hotel Dieu RCC services have been available in Leamington with service support ranging from gambling to cardiac rehabilitation.

“We’re always seeking the best way to provide services to and where patients, clients and families need us most,” said Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital vice president of mental health and addictions Sonja Grbevski, who spoke regarding the announcement along with Kaffer, The Bridge executive director Krista Rempel, County of Essex Warden Gary McNamara and Harrow Health Centre executive director ~ February 2 ~ Margo Reilly.

For Kaffer, who’s January 22 visit to The Bridge was her Wow, a big 65th Birthday... first, the announcement also provided the opportunity to fawelcome to the Golden Age. miliarize herself with the Leamington youth centre.

“I can see why Krista’s so passionate about this place,” Happy Birthday from Kaffer explained. “This is a tremendous space and LeamBorn January 15, 2020 your husband Eric and kids, ington is very fortunate to have a leader like Krista and a 6lbs 15-1/4 oz and the rest of the family and friends. space like this for the youth in the community.”

Adored by big brother James Also during the media event, Rempel expressed enthuand proud parents Wish you all the best and 100 more! siasm for seeing the newest service at The Bridge get unJessica Luke and Kyle Cobby derway.

“We are collectively better able to serve the youth IN MEMORIAM county population and we IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM look forward to continuing In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory of In Loving Memory Of to work with this program,” she stated.

Kaffer, who explained July 24, 1947 – January 31, 2019 January 31, 2019 that health care services One year ago, God stopped a courageous heart. were not always easily accessed while she lived on April 1, 1935 – January 31, 2019 a farm in rural Ontario, described the services in Leamington and Harrow as opportunities to bridge geographical gaps between Windsor and the rest of Essex County.

“It’s heavy work, it’s hard work, but it’s work that has to be done,” she noted.

“This will eliminate the travel burden faced by so many of our families,” McYour life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.

One year has gone by, Namara added. “It will also You’re loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.

Always loved and Missing my best friend and bingo buddy. allow them to spend less No longer in our hearts to share, missed by your time on the road and more But in our hearts, you are always there.

Always remembered by Robinson and Oliphant importantly, more time on Ken and Diana Reid families Dearly loved: Ann, Jason, Jane, Justin, Magda, Anaya recovery.”

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KEVIN BABKIRK Broker of Record

10 CLAIRE, LEAMINGTON

Sales Representative

Broker

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27 PRINCESS, LEAMINGTON SE

FOR LEA

This 2+2 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home situated in one of Leamington’s most private, sought after neighborhoods, has been completely remodeled throughout, including recent re-paint, with nothing to do but move in and enjoy. Improvements include: remodeled kitchen with large island, master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite bath, beautiful hardwood and ceramic floors, furnace/ac, roof, windows, attractive open staircase to the lower level to a family room and (2) additional bedrooms and a 3pc bath.

Included is a 18’ x 36’ in-ground pool with newer liner and pool house with a 3 pc bath for fabulous outdoor summer enjoyment. This fine home is within a short walk of Leamington’s beautiful waterfront/marina including Seacliff Park and walking trails. $379,500.

RON

791-3482

Broker/Owner

519-919-7223

55 ERIE N, LEAMINGTON

Beautiful custom-built brick ranch home in Leamington.

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LOUIE SAAD P.Eng.

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JIM BOUTROS* 519-791-4319

JOE GIBSON* 519-816-5634

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MELISSA BONDY* 519-562-3243

• Professional office space for lease with high visibility in the core area of town • Approx 3000 sq ft available including offices and board room • On-site parking as well as municipal lot next to building

CALL BILL @ 519-564-6515

V/L MERSEA RD 5, LEAMINGTON

Real Estate Professionals OFFICE

519.322.1212

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KAYE DRUMMOND** 519-816-7044

11 PARKDALE, LEAMINGTON

BILL NEUFELD** 519-325-8123

4029 GRAHAM SIDE ROAD • 100 acres of vacant land fronting on 2 roads-excellent greenhouse site • 3 phase hydro, natural gas and municipal water • Location of all utilities to be verified by the buyer

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• $149,900 • 1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • $440,000 • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Handy Man Special • 2 Storey • Steps away from commercial core • Great potential for development opportunity Call Deiba for details (Cell) 519-818-6942

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31 CEDAR DR., LEAMINGTON

1053 SPRUCE AVE. KINGSVILLE

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• $439,000 • Raised Ranch • 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Many Upgrades

Call Jim for details (Cell) 519-791-4319

• $299,000 • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms including 2 pc ensuite • Renovated kitchen with granite counter tops • Open concept living and modern design

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1008 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON

• 2 ½ acre treed lot on the corner of Mersea Rd 5 & Highway 77 • Offers many possibilities, zoned commercial-septic to be installed • Municipality to approve any site plan and usage of site

CALL CONRAD @ 519-818-4435

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• Year round brick lakefront home with gorgeous sandy beach out the back door • 2 bdrms, family room, kitchen and bath on main floor, plus full unfinished bsmt • Parking for 4 cars with additional parking across the street

CALL KEVIN @ 519-818-4432

• Location, location, location! Approx 28 acres-corner of Hwy 77 & Cty Rd 18 • In the center of commercial properties, ready for manufacturing, warehouse, etc • 2 deeds (20 & 8 acres), sandy soilbuyer must verify mineral rights

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$324,900

45’ of beautiful Lake Erie frontage; 2 beds & 2 baths + breakwall improvements

760 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON $999,000

Impeccably kept 5 beds & 3 baths raised ranch with backyard oasis (pool, patio, gardens & gazebo)

107 ELLISON, LEAMINGTON

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10875 CONC. 10, ESSEX $599,900

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Beautiful 1,700 sqft lakehouse with 3+1 beds & 2 baths on ~3-acres with 278’ frontage

4206 TALBOT TRAIL, CHATHAM-KENT

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Beautiful brick ranch in quiet neighbourhood; 3+1 beds & 1.5 baths + many updates

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Beautiful 4.5-acre homestead with 2 homes; main house has 4 beds & 2 baths + pool

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$519,900

Move-in ready ranch with 3 beds, 2 baths & heated saltwater pool in Golfside Village

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Updated mobile with 2 beds & 1 bath on quiet dead-end street in Viscount Estates

$359,900

20826 CEMETERY, WHEATLEY

Enjoy space & seclusion with 3+1 beds, 2.5 baths + 2 outbuildings (concrete & hydro)

Lovely 2 beds, 3 bath, lakefront home + vacant lot (148.99’ protected frontage total)

692 & 696 POINT PELEE, LEAMINGTON

94 TALBOT E, LEAMINGTON $119,900

852 HIAWATHA, WHEATLEY

$479,900

252 RD. 7 E, RUTHVEN $1,975/ MONTH

Investment opportunity: 149’ of lakefront with 3-bed & 2-bath home (to be moved)

44 CONSERVATION, KINGSVILLE

144 HERITAGE, KINGSVILLE $499,900

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Vacant lots for sale in final stage of premier development featuring upscale homes

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Stunning 2 $1,300,000 beds, 2 baths lakefront home with quality workmanship throughout

72 PULLEY, LEAMINGTON

Custom-built 2,500 sq ft 3 beds, 2.5 bath home on 4-acre lot (upon approved severance)

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$554,900

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Marjorie Quick

Theresa Rossi

Kenneth Wigfield

Marjorie Quick (nee Cook), 79 years, passed peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at the Sun Parlor Home.

Beloved wife of the late Roy Quick (2004).

Loving mother of Cindy, Brad, Marc, Nancy and their families. Cherished grandmother of six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

A special thank you to the staff of Kingsville Wing at Sun Parlor Home for their care and compassion.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 6 p.m. until the Funeral Service to celebrate Marjorie’s life at 8 p.m.

Linda Blair officiated. A private family interment took place at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations made to the Lung Association or the Sun Parlor Home would be appreciated.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Theresa Rossi, 72 years, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. Beloved wife of Pat Incitti for over 30 years.

Loving mother of Claudia Ingram (Marc McCulloch), Sandra RossiHall (Chris Hall). Dearest stepmother of Anne Houad (Roderick Moore) and Robert Incitti (Jennifer).

Cherished grandmother of Jordan, Braeden, Mason, Gabriella, Alessia, Elie, Jacob, Elizabeth, Julia and Sarah. Daughter of the late Antonio and Maria Dimicco. Dear sister of Mary Ann Barone (Antonio). Theresa will be missed by many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. She loved her dogs Sammy and Molly.

Theresa was a long-standing member of the Roma Club, enjoying bocce ball and volunteering many years with St. Michael’s Festival and singing in the choir.

She retired from the Sun Parlor Home after 32 years of dedicated service. The residents and staff loved spending time with her. Theresa was wholeheartedly a devoted caregiver to Pat and did so lovingly.

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

Mass of the Resurrection was held on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott Street, Leamington. Entombment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

If desired, memorial donations made by cheque to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.

Share words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

We are sad to announce that on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at the age of 47, Ken Wigfield passed away unexpectedly in Orangeville, Ontario.

He was loved and cherished by many people including his parents, Linda and the late Richard Wigfield; his wife, Angela; his sons, Aiden and Kole; his sister, Milissa (Jeremy); his paternal grandparents Gerald and Kathleen Wigfield; his nieces and nephews, Hunter, Briar, Emily and Charlie. He was also cherished by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and was blessed with many lifelong friends.

Ken’s life revolved around his boys and their sports, watching, playing or coaching their hockey, baseball or volleyball teams, but everyone knew that golf was really #1! He was a true “MacGyver Guy” always using his quick wit, whether it was fixing something, organizing a scavenger hunt on the fly or inventing a “homemade” game for the boys.

Visitation is at Kendrick Funeral Home (17 Little St. S., Wheatley) on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 6 to 9 p.m. and again on Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 11 a.m. until a celebration of Ken’s life at 12 p.m.

Donations in Ken’s memory may be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association or the Wheatley & District Friendship Club Inc .

Memories can be shared at www.Kendrickfuneralhome. com.

We love you and miss you dearly, but we know you are singing in Heaven because you are the Karaoke King!

Thomas Gordon Craig Tom Craig, 93, of Wheatley, affectionately known as Lawn Mower Man, asked for his work boots and has gone home to tend other lawns.

Tom is mourned by his loving wife of 60 years, Rochelle (Shelley) (nee Doan), and children Renée (Ross), Scott (Lorraine), Chris (Gail), Gordon (Louise), Monique (Adam) and Mélisse (Garron).

He is dearly missed by grandchildren Christy (Ryan), Jacqueline, Joshua, Sarah, Shannon, Claire, Glenn, Chyenne, Liam, Rochelle, Aleksander, Tanis, Luke, Tillie, Jaimie and Cole.

Tom worked in the grain business for over 30 years, including as the elevator manager with St. Clair Grain and Feeds in Tilbury and later as a grain broker with Cargill in Chatham. Tom and Shelley raised their six children on their apple orchard on the cliffs of Lake Erie, east of Wheatley. Tom loved the lake and walking with his canine companions. He was the early morning solitary golfer at Talbot Trail for several years. Although he endured many ailments recently, Tom kept his dignity (and teeth and full head of magnificent white hair).

The family is extremely grateful for the support of the Talbot Street United Church community throughout the years. The family thanks Dr. Burgess and the caring staff and volunteers of the Leamington Erie Shores Hospice, Dr. Yap, Dr. Bagga, the Leamington Dialysis Unit, dedicated PSWs Maggie and Georgie, nurses Madeline and Allison, CareLinks drivers Tammy and Albert, Pastor Eric and devoted caregiver Elaine.

The family will host a celebration of life in the Spring.

Details will follow. Tom bequeathed his body to medical science.

Those wishing to honour Tom’s memory may make donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, the Kidney Foundation of Canada, or Talbot Street United Church, 3864 Talbot Trail, Merlin, Ontario N0P 1W0.

Condolences may be left, and more details found, at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Vera Joyce Pope Vera Joyce Pope, 89 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Erie Shores Hospice, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her husband Walter (2017).

Loving mother of Julie (Phil) Larade and Todd (Deb) Pope. Cherished grandma of Brock (Alysha), Devin (Karina), Marla (Ryan), Sarah and Rebecca, and great-grandma of Maverick.

Predeceased by her siblings Douglas, Marilyn, Shirley and Dorothy. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

Joyce was a lifelong member of Ruthven United Church. She was a dedicated volunteer, donating countless hours to many services such as her church, Meals on Wheels and Leamington District Memorial Hospital to name a few. She had a personality like no other and will be missed deeply by all who were touched by her life.

Visitation will take place at Kendrick Funeral Home (Kingsville) on Friday, March 27, 2020 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., celebration of Joyce’s life in the funeral home chapel.

If you wish, in lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Erie Shores Hospice (https:// www.thehospice.ca/view-campaign-8/general-donation) or Olinda-Ruthven United Church (http://www. ruthvenpc.com/index.html ).

Online memories can be shared at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com

To have an obituary notice placed in The Southpoint Sun, contact your Funeral Director or contact our office at 519-398-9098.

Gayle Jacobs November 7, 1934 ~ January 5, 2020 Gayle Jacobs, 85 years, of Algonquin, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

She was the daughter of Kingsley and Nettie (Bird) Dawson and was born and raised in Coatsworth, Ontario.

Gayle was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Ray (Jake) Omar Jacobs, who passed away December 7, 2018. She is survived by her children, Sheree Lynn (St. Charles, IL), Lora Lee (Byers, CO), Dean Leslie (Byers, CO) and Christopher Luke (Fruita, CO). She has three grandchildren, Matthew Ray (Marta) Jacobs (Genoa City, WI), Grant Michael Sherman (St. Charles, IL) and Katrina Courtney Jacobs (Castle Rock, CO), and three great-grandchildren, Brian, Jasper and Damien.

She is survived by siblings Donna (William) Merritt in Coatsworth, Ontario, Keith (Joanne) Dawson in Chatham, Ontario, Marlene Lefurgey in Bear River, Nova Scotia, many loving nieces and nephews in Ontario, Nova Scotia and British Columbia, and special in-laws in Vero Beach and Fort Pierce, Florida.

Gayle was a trooper, managing the home front on her own for long periods of time while her husband Jake was stationed all over Canada in the RCAF as a fighter pilot.

Every year she would pack up the household and move the family to another Air Force base in Canada. When Jake was hired by United Airlines, it was more moves around the US until they settled in Algonquin, Illinois, for more than 40 years. Once she arrived in the USA, Gayle was a member of the American Foreign Service in 1965.

Gayle was an active member and Past President of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association, dedicated to advocating for Illinois hospitals and health systems.

She enjoyed traveling, especially cruise ship voyages, as well as taking flight with Ray in their Cessna 172. She created custom stained glass, loved cooking, sewing, knitting and reading. She divided her time between their homes in Algonquin and in Fort Pierce, Florida.

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E-mail, call or drop off your classified ad by Friday at 12:00 noon. 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 Ph: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca We accept CASH, CHEQUE, DEBIT, VISA & MASTERCARD

M&M FARMS LTD - Greenhouse Worker positions available at our Leamington and Kingsville locations. Responsibilities: crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned. Work Conditions: fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bending, crouching, kneeling, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment.

Hours: 45+ hours per week including weekends. Wage: $14.18 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education or experience required. Must have own transportation. Please forward resume to conniemmfarms@outlook.com or fax: 519-322-0681.

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2020 Summer Student Positions The Municipality of Leamington is now accepting online applications for 2020 summer student positions. Position postings within our various departments will be open until March 1, 2020. Please visit www.leamington.ca/careers for details, including applicant information and instructions. All students are welcome to apply.

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

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

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

Please be advised that student hiring is no longer restricted to Leamington residents.

Seasonal Employment Opportunities The Municipality of Leamington is now accepting online applications for 2020 seasonal positions. Please visit www. leamington.ca/careers for details, including applicant information, instructions and deadlines.

Seasonal positions include: • Marina Senior Lead Hand • Marina Junior Lead Hand • Marina Ramp Attendant • Parks Seasonal Labourer

PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $14.18/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. Please apply via email: pinnaclejobs@hotmail.ca No experience or education de4-tf required.

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Municipal Act, 2001, c. 25, s. 379 (2) O. Reg. 181/03, s. 5(1), Form 6

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Kingsville Stamping is looking for

(3) ROBOTICS TECHNICIANS Must able to work three rotation shifts from Monday to Saturday • Minimum 2 years robotics/automation – college education diploma • Minimum 1 year experience in manufacturing automotive stamping industry • Must have troubleshooting experience of Fanuc Robotics and Allen Bradley Logix 5000 PLC in automotive metal stamping • Mechanically and Electrically Inclined • Wage: $22 - $32, Benefit package after 3 months Watch Youtube video for the job: https://youtu.be/X8tnX7PvtRc Email: jobs@kingsvillestamping.ca Fax: 519-326-7982 Or walk in: 1931 Setterington Ave., Kingsville ON

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER The MUNICIPALITY OF CHATHAM-KENT Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the land(s) described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on February 19, 2020, at the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Civic Centre, 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, 315 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8.

Description of Land(s)

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

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

Permanent full time weekdays including weekends. $14.18 per hour. Will train the right candidate.

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

Reliable and dependable.

Must have own transportation.

No educational requirements needed.

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

Minimum Tender Amount

All lands are in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, the following are the geographic descriptions and municipal addresses.

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Roll # 3650-110-002-07800 Pt Lt 13, Con 1 (Front) (Raleigh) As In 372329 Raleigh; Subject To Execution 89-1163, If Enforceable; Subject To Execution 92-0800, If Enforceable. Being 23309 Dillon Rd, (Chatham). P.I.N. 00884 0015 (LT). Assessment: IX 137,000

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Roll # 3650-140-010-70000 LTS 1 & 2, BLK A, PLAN 196; HARWICH. Being 8602 Talbot Trail, (Cedar Springs). P.I.N. 00940-0122 (LT). Assessment: CT 65,000

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Roll # 3650-441-005-00800 LT 5 RCP 787; CHATHAM-KENT. Being 110 Water Street, (Wallaceburg). P.I.N. 00561 0293 (LT). Assessment: RTP 44,000 Roll # 3650-442-008-18900 PT LT 14-15, 30-31 PL 366 BEING PART 4, 24R-2054; CHATHAM-KENT. PT LT 15-16, 29-30 PL 366 AS IN 543555; CHATHAM-KENT. Being 64 Garnet Street, (Wallaceburg). P.I.N.S 00582 0101 (LT) & 00582 0112 (LT). Assessment: IT 497,000

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GREENHOUSE WORKERS NEEDED

GREENHOUSE WORKER - Responsibilities include crop work, winding, pruning, harvesting, checking quality of harvested produce, other duties as assigned. Work conditions are fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks, standing for extended periods, bend, crouching, kneeling, hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, working at heights, hot environment. 40 plus hours a week including Saturdays. $14.18 per hour, seasonal, full time. No education required.

No experience required. Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com (627 County Rd. 14, R.R. # 5, Leamington, ON N8H 3V8).

$15,000.00 $100.00 $15,000.00 $200,000.00

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order, bank draft, or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality (or board) and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold.

Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated property taxes and any taxes that may be applicable such as the land transfer tax.

The lands do not include mobile homes situate on the lands.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

A copy of the prescribed form of tender is on the Municipality of Chatham-Kent website, www.chatham-kent.ca and on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender contact: Title Amy McLellan, Manager Revenue or Matthew Torrance, Deputy Treasurer Address of Municipality or Board

Name of Municipality or Board Municipality of Chatham-Kent

315 King Street West, P O Box 640, Chatham, Ontario, N7M 5K8 www.chatham-kent.ca Personal information contained on this form, collected pursuant to the Municipal Act will be used for the purposes of that Act. Questions should be directed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Co-ordinator at the institution responsible for the procedures under that Act.

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Notice of Application to consider a Draft Plan of Subdivision (37-T-19004) Phase 2 Golfwood Estates Plan of Subdivision Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington at the request of the County of Essex, will hold a public meeting regarding a proposed draft plan of subdivision pursuant to Subsection 51(2) of the Planning Act on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Leamington Municipal Building located at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario. The purpose of the public meeting will be to provide information regarding the proposed Plan of Subdivision and to receive input from residents and members of the public. Any person may attend the public meeting and/ or make written or verbal comments either in support of or in opposition to the proposed plan of subdivision. If you are an owner of property containing seven (7) or more residential units, you are requested to post this notice in a location visible to all residents.

LATE OF THE Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, Deceased.

All persons having claims against Bernard Stephen Somodi, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex and Province of Ontario, who died on or about the 17th day of October, 2019, are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 6th day of March, 2020, full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Trustees will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

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Golfwood Estates Plan of Subdivision (37-T-04006) was given draft plan approval by the County of Essex in September of 2006 for the development of 217 single detached dwelling lots and 75 townhouse lots over five phases of development. Phase 1 received final approval and commenced construction in 2015. The developer is now in a position to proceed with Phase 2 of the plan of subdivision which seeks to create 40 single detached dwelling lots, as an extension of Augusta Drive, including three new cul-de-sacs as shown on the key map. Underground servicing for Phase 2 was installed during the construction of Phase 1.

The lands are designated for residential development in the Official Plan and are zoned Residential Holding (R3(h)) under Zoning By-law 890-09, as amended. Development of Phase 1 and 2 are subject to a development agreement approved by Council in 2015, as amended in 2016.

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Flyers edge Nats in overtime

Atom Minor wins series The Southpoint Point Pelee Karting Atom Minor A Capitals hosted the Erie North Shore Storm in game three of their Bluewater League/OMHA playoffs on Friday night. The Caps were hoping to gain another win and move on to the next round.

Southpoint started aggressively, but it wasn’t until midway through the opening frame that they drew first blood. Jonathan Recker grabbed the puck inside his own blue line, sped down the left wing and shot past the goalie to take the lead. Erie tied it up late in the period.

With 6:53 to go, Erie turned the puck over at their line.

Tyler Thomas grabbed the errant pass and promptly skated in and fired his wrister in low blocker to take the lead.

Erie pulled their goalie for the extra attacker. Owen Derksen cleared his zone with a shot down the ice and Kayden Cook knocked it past the Storm defender into the open net to cement the 3-1 victory and a six-point series win.

Karly Franklin made some big saves to earn the win.

Southpoint will now face off with the Essex Ravens to see who will keep their OMHA dreams alive.

By Bryan Jessop

A close call for the Leamington Flyers wasn’t quite close enough for the visiting London Nationals.

The Flyers kept their undefeated 2020 record intact with a 4-3 double overtime win over the Western Conference-leading Nationals Flyers’ Maddux Rychel attempts to take control of a bouncing rebound at the left side of at Highbury Canco Arena The the London net during a Western Conference tilt between the top two teams Thursday, Jan. 23 Thursday, Jan. 23. The over- at Highbury Canco Arena. The Flyers broke London’s six-game winning streak with a 4-3 double time loss marked the first of overtime victory.

(Southpoint Sun Photo) the season on the road for London, which also saw a utes later, Cal Davis put the chaud effort, putting Leam- taking feeds from Zach Tay- Rychel with two in a row, are now six wins, two losses Dylan Weston and Michaud. and one tie in overtime. six-game winning streak Nationals ahead 2-1, also on ington up 3-2. Adam Jeffery lor and Maddux Rychel.

The Flyers’ third game in and Blake McConneville The Flyers outshot their “It doesn’t matter who you the man advantage. come to an end. guests 41-29 and went one four days brought them to play, to play three games in The power play continued drew the assists.

Leamington’s forwards With an empty net and for four on the power play Chatham to face the Ma- four games is pretty difficult to dictate the led several flow of the the extra attacker, the Na- as the Nationals scored roons Sunday, Jan. 26. in junior hockey. To take all charges into Leamington won the week- six points is great for our game early tionals tied the score on an twice on five opportunities. the Lon“It would have “That might have been end match 3-2 in overtime team,” Crowder explained. in the third, Eric Guest marker with 1:03 don zone been nice to beat The next home game for this time on the clock. The late goal our best game of the year,” after Taylor, King and Benethrough the them in regulation, with a game- sent Leamington into extra noted Flyers’ heads coach teau beat Chatham goalie the Flyers will take place first period, but our guys played tying goal minutes for the eighth time Cam Crowder of the win Kevin Linker. The Flyers Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7:10 but seemed a great game.” for the Fly- this season and second time versus London. “It would outshot the hosts 51-28 for p.m. against the Komoka destined to — Cam ers. Jaydon in 2020. After five scoreless have been nice to beat them their eighth straight win and Kings. settle for a Crowder Fetter came minutes of four-on-four, the in regulation, but our guys scoreless up with two sides again met at cen- played a great game.” draw at the Twenty-four hours later, the five- tre ice, this time for a sesfirst buzzer.

With just over a minute to on-three marker, assisted sion of three-on-three. After the Flyers visited the St. go, Nicholas Beneteau in- by defensive partner Kade 101 seconds of play, Wyatt Thomas Stars. Leamington tercepted a pass from the McKibbin. The night’s sec- O’Neil registered his fourth went home with a 6-1win Nationals’ zone intended for ond even strength goal came game winning goal of the on goals provided by Grifa forward near the red line courtesy of a Thomas Mi- season, beating Baier after fin Robinson, Josh King, and raced in on the visitors’ net for a short breakaway.

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LDSS at Cardinal Carter Junior Boys basketball The Cougars’ Derek Neufeld ‘shoves’ the ball towards teammate Marcus Stanley after falling to the court’s surface as Leamington’s Sal Mehri and Noah Egglezos join the scramble along with the Cougars’ Marcus Zakaria during first-half action of a WECSSAA Tier II junior boys basketball game Monday, Jan. 20 at Cardinal Carter. The LDSS squad led 17-14 to start the second quarter, but the Cougars’ offence sprung to life from there to earn a 78-48 victory.

Andrew Sleiman and Derek Neufeld led Cardinal Carter’s attack with 26 and 17 points respectively while Mahamoud Almohamad and Sal Mehri paced Leamington’s offence with 13 and 12 points, respectively. In the second half of the basketball doubleheader, the senior boys Cougars defeated their LDSS rivals 61-44. Braedon Caetano and Luca Quenneville paced Cardinal Carter’s offence with 18 and 15 points respectively while J. Wiebe and R. Derbyshire had 11 points each for the Lions. Going into the exam break, the junior Cougars posted a 6-2 record for fourth place in their 13-team division while the Lions dropped to 2-5 for ninth place. The senior Cougars’ win improved their record to 3-5 for eighth place in their 13-team division while LDSS fell to 1-6 to remain in 12th place.

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ABOVE - Lucas Poisson of the Sharks caries the puck behind the Amherstburg net under the watch of defenseman Cole Welsh and goalie Nick Bolton during the first period of a Wednesday, Jan. 22 PJHL game at Wheatley Area Arena. The Admirals scored three goals in the first period en route to a 4-2 victory.

LEFT - As part of Family Appreciation Day to mark the 25th anniversary of the Wheatley Omstead Sharks, special guest Kahill Saliba of Melbourne, Australia performs a puck drop between Amherstburg Admirals captain Ryan Sterling and Sharks’ overager Alixe Saliba — Kahill’s brother. Kahill’s first hockey experience was an Anaheim Ducks game in California earlier this month, followed by the two most recent Sharks’ home games.

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Games Over 180: Ernie Purr 203, Gary Garnham 193-181, Mitchell Kirzinger 193, John Fittler 192, Willy Fittler 201, Aaron Dickau 221-204-202, Willie Schauer 180, Kyle Flewelling 192, Jamie Arquette 182-187, Albert Salvati 222, Kelly Bruner 204-192-186, Jason Dalimonte 223-201, Kevin Kosempel 206-226-191, Heinz Kosempel 211-217-183, Robert Nykyforuk 181, Wayne Abbott 198-239, Tys Schaafsma 188-203-205, Shawn Leclair 222, Jack Valade 211-205-186.

Series Over 520: Ernie Purr 522, Aaron Dickau 627, Albert Salvati 546, Kelly Bruner 582, Jason Dalimonte 595, Kevin Kosempel 623, Heinz Kosempel 611, Wayne Abbott 602, Tys Schaafsma 596, Jack Valade 602.

High Handicap Games: Jason Dalimonte 304, Wayne Abbott 293, Albert Salvati 293.

High Handicap Series: Jason Dalimonte 838, Wayne Abbott 782, Karl Wachholz 769.

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A slow start and another ineffective effort to set the power play in motion has proven costly for the Wheatley Omstead Sharks.

Despite a respectable effort to recuperate from two three-goal deficits, the Sharks were handed a 4-2 loss at the hands of the visiting Amherstburg Admirals Wednesday, Jan. 22. With the loss, Wheatley fell to two games below .500 and saw their chances of home ice advantage in the first round of playoffs diminished.

The Sharks’ offence struggled to warm up in the first period while the Admirals generated a number of successful scoring chances.

Sylvano Valente got the ball rolling for Amherstburg with a wrist shot a few steps inside the blue line, sending the puck under Kyle Metson’s trapper for a 1-0 lead.

While Nick Bolton’s defence closed shooting lanes against Wheatley, while the Admirals cashed in on their first power play. From the right side of the hosts’ net, Cody Schneider snapped a high shot into the left side of Metson’s goal for the 2-0 lead. Scoring ended for

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Wheatley’s forwards lines made their first impact on the match when Dawson Iles found the back of the Amherstburg goal after helpers were provided by Brett Enns and Liam Sinasac. Neither team altered the scoresheet through the rest of the middle stanza, where the Sharks outshot their guests by a modest 11-10 margin.

Mitchell Demelo reclaimed the three-goal lead for the Admirals an even two minutes into the third frame on the first shot of the final 20 minutes. On the second shot, Mason Gow pulled Wheatley back to within a pair. Alixe Saliba and Iles were credited with the assists. The Sharks ramped up their attack as the period wore on, although they were unable to advance any closer to their opponents on the scoreboard. Wheatley outshot the Admirals 37-31, but came up empty handed on each of seven power plays while Amherstburg went one for five.

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“Our starts haven’t been terrible lately, but we came out flat and got caught behind the 8-ball this time,” noted Sharks head coach Josh Carnevale. “On five on five and during the power play, we’ve got to clean up on our opportunities. We’ve got to take care of a few bad habits and get our structure together for February 10 (the playoffs).”

For the January 22 game, the Sharks took to the ice without Josh Talerico and Brett Thomas on suspensions and Kristian Pelling tending to injuries. Sharks coaches are hoping the injured players will be back in action within two weeks.

Talerico’s suspension ended with last Friday’s game while Thomas will return for the final two games of the regular season.

On Friday, Jan. 24, the Sharks faced their fourth consecutive Top 4 team — the Lakeshore Canadiens — at the Atlas Tube Centre.

Wheatley ended its seasonlong scoring drought against Lakeshore, but lost in a 6-2 final. Saliba and Lucas Poisson scored for the Sharks.

Sunday, Jan. 26 brought the Sharks to Blenheim to take on the Blades. Wheatley won the game 4-3 after being backed by tallies from Saliba, Shannon Olson, Braedon Caetano and Poisson with the game winner late in the third period.

The Sharks’ next home game will take place Wednesday, Jan. 29 against the Petrolia Flyers with a 7:30 p.m. opening faceoff.

The Flyers are the only team below Wheatley in the standings that can potentially overtake them in the race for fifth place.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Southpoint Sun - 19

Atom Grey wins first game in round robin Southpoint Community Trophy Atom Grey took on Erie North Shore Black in the first game of the round robin qualifier. Although it was an evenly matched game, Trophy had a difficult first five minutes when Connor Rumble-Anastacio was called twice for checking.

There was no scoring in the first period or most of the second. Late in the second, Southpoint’s Landon Carlini stole the puck at his own blue line and skated it down the ice. His shot on Black’s net was stopped, but Gavin Butiniello was there to put in the rebound.

Early in the third, Black tied it up. Gavin took the lead back on an end-to-end rush and Black replied with a tying goal.

Southpoint took the lead for a third time when Landon put the puck away on a crazy scramble in front of the Erie net.

In an attempt to even the score, Black pulled the goalie and Southpoint scored twice more. One goal came from Nic Magri and the second from Sean Amaral. The game finished with a 5-2 score.

His first car was a 1956 Meteor The Meteor was the Canadian version of the Ford. It was introduced by Ford of Canada for 1949 and sold through Mercury-Lincoln dealers.

John Koole was born in 1942 and grew up near Barrie. He was 19 in 1961 when he bought his first car: a 1956 Meteor two-door hardtop from a neighbour for $500. It was light green and dark green and had a black triangular flash on the side of the doors. It came this way from the THE factory in Oakville and it looked very cool.

OLD CAR When John bought the car, the automatic transmission DETECTIVE leaked oil. John took it to a friend who installed a new Bill Sherk seal and the leak stopped.

Under the hood was Ford’s 292 cubic inch V8 engine.

Wanting more get-up-and-go, John replaced the stock carb with a 4-bbl carb, giving him over 200 horsepower. He also installed dual exhausts with Hollywood mufflers which made a lot of noise every time he rumbled along the main drag in Barrie from one end to the other.

His car also had a 45 rpm record player and John had hundreds of 45s from the Beatles and Dave Clark Five and all the other rock ‘n’ roll artists of the day. And when he drove through town, it was hard to tell which was louder: the music or the mufflers.

Being his only car, he drove it winter and summer, and a couple of body jobs and repaints were necessary to halt the spread of rust. He still had the car in 1968 when he and Juanita were John Koole with his cool 1956 Meteor. married. She had recently purchased a new Beaumont, built in Oshawa as the Canadian version of the Chevelle.

Finally, John sold his Meteor the following year to a young fellow who only wanted the engine and the record player. He took both out and parked what was left on his farm, where it rotted away.

John tells me he would like to find another ’56 Meteor just like the one he bought when he was 19. If you know of one, let me know and I’ll pass the news on to him. That could be another story in this hobby, where the fun never ends.

I’m always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca

Community SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 MEDA LEAMINGTON NETWORK HUB BUSINESS PANEL & TOUR - Saturday, February 1 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at UE Enclosures, 605 County Rd. 18, Leamington. Business employment conversations with panel of four community leaders. Reserve your free spot at www.meda.org/leamington-events MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 WEE READERS STORYTIME at Wheatley Library, Mondays at 10:00 a.m. February 3, 10, 24, and March 2, 9. Free fun and interactive program for ages 0-4. Songs, stories, rhymes and more.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 LEAMINGTON BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, Wednesday, February 5, 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

New donors & walk-ins welcome! To book an appointment or for additional information, please contact us at 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888236-6283) / www.blood.ca / GiveBlood App

SHOOTERS PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB MEETS Wednesday, Feb.5 from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. The meeting is a photo shoot at Milestone Studios, 3449 Walker Rd., Windsor. Cost is $20 for non-members.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE COUNSELLING SERVICES with Janice Tultz Thursday, February 6, 9:00 am -12:00 pm, by appointment at Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Road North, Kingsville. Jan offers individual counselling related to Health and Wellness as well as Grief and Loss counselling.

No Cost. To book an appointment: 226-7735830, admin@kingsvillecentre.com, www. kingsvillecentre.com MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10 KINGSVILLE GOSFIELD HERITAGE SOCIETY MEETS Monday, February 10 at 2:00 p.m. at 1st Baptist Church, Division St. N., Kingsville (back door off parking lot). Speaker: Shannon Manery, author of “Gloria”, a book following the death of her mother to Alzheimer’s and her journey as a caregiver. All welcome.

Richard Boruta of the Kings picks up a loose puck in the corner while being pursued by the Steam’s Zachary Dickens during a Saturday, Jan. 25 GMHL game in Tottenham. Boruta led with five points as Kingsville posted a 10-0 victory.

(Photos courtesy of Ashley Colasanti)

Mixed results for Kings over weekend The Kingsville Kings experienced both sides of a blowout in back-to-back regular season games.

On Saturday, Jan. 25, the Kingsville squad paid a visit to Tottenham to face the Steam.

The Kings cruised to a 10-0 victory while outshooting their hosts by a lopsided 62-24 margin. The first period featured a flurry of goals, starting with the game winner at the twominute mark by Noah Shultz during a power play. The goal parade continued with tallies

by Pavel Svoboda, Jerry Kilpimaa, Dexter Gourlay, Richard Boruta, another by Svoboda and a successful penalty shot by Boruta with 1:29 to go before the first buzzer.

The Kings added to their 7-0 lead during the first minute of the second frame, where Vaclav Boguaj added his name to the scoresheet. Austin Scratch made it 9-0 before Boguaj struck again to finish the scoring. Roni Koskinen earned the shutout and win in goal in a game where eight Kings chipped in with two points or more. Boruta lead the attack with five points.

On Sunday, Jan. 26, the Kings returned home to take on the Niagara Whalers. The guests defeated Kingsville 9-1 despite settling on a slim 1-0 lead after 20 minutes. Brendan D’Agostino scored the only goal of the first frame despite 24 shots administered by Niagara.

The visitors’ offence opened up further in the second stanza, starting with two by Thomas Young. D’Agostino added his second of the day on a power play before Dakota Miskolczi made it 5-0. Finally, in the final second of the period, Svoboda put the Kings on the scoreboard during a man advantage.

The Whalers replied with four more in the third, where Alex Page, Miskolczi, D’Agostino and Jake Price added to the visitors’ total. Kingsville was outshot 63-36 as Marek Pavlas faced 55 shots and Peter Sup dealt with the other eight in the Kings’ net.

With the split games, the Kings remain in second place in the GMHL’s South Division, three points behind St. George and three points ahead of North York.

Kingsville will hit the road again with a Friday, Jan. 31 match against Port Colborne and then return to The Castle Sunday, Feb. 2 for a 3 p.m. contest against St. George.

Mite Stars shine Some of the standouts for the Southpoint Breakaway Mite Stars last week are as follows.

Lucas Renwick skated into position several times to steal the puck from opposing players. Avery Hodgkins carried the puck down the ice a few times and was active in front of the opposition net. Mason Lalonde and Travis Friesen were busy chasing the puck down both the defensive and offensive end.

CALENDAR

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 LEAMINGTON MINOR BASEBALL TRIVIA NIGHT 20 - Wednesday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m., Leamington Portuguese Club, 217 Talbot St. W. Twelve rounds of 10 questions cash prizes, door prizes. $100 per adult team, $60 school-age teams. Snacks, refreshments available. Registration forms: Southpoint Sun office, 194 Talbot St. E. - Unit 5, Leamington or at leamingtonminorbaseball.com and follow the link Trivia Night 20.

KINGSVILLE ARTS SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETINGS at the Unico Centre, 57 Beech St., Kingsville. Last Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.

Come and meet the featured artists of the month. All welcome!

ONGOING

IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-999-1234.

FREE MATH TUTORING FOR GRADES 6-8, one to one and small group instruction by retired math specialist David Kolotylo from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. every Wednesday at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington.

Register by calling Rev. Deborah Wilson-Safa 519-326-3111.

FREE ADDICTION AND HARM REDUCTION SUPPORTS via the STEPS Program Leamington location: 33 Princess St., Suite 450, or call Shawn 519-997-2828 ext. 865.

ADDICTION RECOVERY GROUPS now running at St. John the Evangelist, Erie Street.

Mondays at 6:30 p.m. - Westover After Care.

Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. - SMART Recovery.

Fridays at 7:00 p.m. - Cocaine Anonymous.

Tyke Flames honing their skills The Southpoint Breakaway Tyke Flames worked on passing and positioning during their games on the weekend.

Easton Reimer and Kyla Wiper did a good job on defence.

Evan “Birthday Boy” Williams scored twice and made a good pass out in front to assist on another goal. Colton Friesen took his turn in net and was exceptional.

Pets of the Week

MAVERICK

PETER

1 year old, Shiloh Shepherd Mix. I’m looking for a calm and predictable home with gentle and understanding humans that can work on some things for me. You see, I never really got the proper training or socialization I needed in my early years, and that can really have an impact on us pooches. So, if you’re willing to help me out a bit, then I promise I will offer lots of love and companionship in return!

1 year old male. Peter may be the colour of a pumpkin but unlike the nursery rhyme he is not a pumpkineater. He is a gentle young fellow who enjoys being near you as you pet him rather than on you. He plays as nicely with his toys as he does with you and will be everyone’s best friend in no time.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society 519-966-5751 windsorhumane.org

AQUARIUM SUPPLIES

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP MEETS the first Tuesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. 12 noon at Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. Call 1-888-851-7376.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, Wednesdays from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519326-3111 for more information.

To place your event in the Community Calendar Phone: 519-398-9098 Email: sun@southpointsun.ca or drop off at 194 Talbot St. E. Unit 5, Leamington ON N8H 1M2 SUBMISSIONS NOT GUARANTEED.

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A.M.A. celebrates over one billion Ellepots sold

Ramiz Hanna, left, chef and co-owner and Ahmad Sous, chef and co-owner, show off a couple of the many Lebanese plates available at Firdous Lebanese Grill.

(Southpoint Sun Photo)

Firdous Lebanese Grill opens in Leamington

By Sheila McBrayne

LEAMINGTON – Leamington’s newest Lebanese restaurant has been open for three months and the owners couldn’t be happier with their new venue.

Ahmad Sous and Ramiz Hanna had worked at some of the best Lebanese restaurants in Windsor/Essex for many years when the two friends finally saw the opportunity to open their own restaurant – Firdous Lebanese Grill. “ We always wanted to open our own place. We were doing what we’re doing and needed that push,” said Sous.

The two chefs saw the location at 4 Wellington Street, Leamington as the perfect location for their dream of restaurant ownership. “We really had no trouble opening up.

Everyone worked well with us. The biggest difficulty was figuring out the cash register,” Sous joked.

“Firdous translates to heaven in Arabic, and we are creating a dining heaven in Leamington, delivering the freshness and deliciousness of Lebanese food to the community of Leamington while using the highest quality of ingredients. We offer a wide range of options to suit the pickiest of eaters. We are gluten and vegan-friendly,” stated Sous.

Firdous has become very popular in its first three months. “People are happy; when they’re happy and satisfied, I’m happy. I enjoy feeding people,” said Sous. “We both have families to support. We work hard; we do everything ourselves,” he added.

One of the biggest differences at Firdous is that every order is made fresh. “People seem to be happy with it – it’s good Lebanese food and many come in and say ‘I heard about you from a friend or co-worker and they said it was great food.’ So far, so good,” said Sous.

Firdous also prides itself on using local produce and supplies as available.

The restaurant seats approximately 30, but a large part of Firdous’ success comes from their take-out service. “We have our regulars,” said Sous. The restaurant is open seven days a week: Mon., 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sun., 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Fri. and Sat., 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

To see the complete menu for Firdous, go to their website at www.firdousgrill.com

Kniaziew Optometry expanding again in 2020 Kniaziew Optometry is expanding again – this time adding a larger office in Chatham to better serve clients.

Their newest office opens this spring at 36 Fourth Street, complete with an onlocation lab.

Dr. Richard Kniaziew, founder and president of

Kniaziew Optometry, started his first optometry office in Leamington. Kniaziew Optometry has been serving patients’ eye health care needs in Southwestern Ontario for over four decades with practices in Leamington, Essex, Tecumseh, Wallaceburg, Blenheim and Chatham.

Kniaziew Optometry offers a wide range of Optometry services and eye care products, including eyeglasses, specialty eyewear, frames, sunglasses and contact lenses. They also feature a variety of custom frame options such as environmentally sustainable wooden frames.

KINGSVILLE – A.M.A. Horticulture Inc. (A.M.A.) has achieved a major milestone producing and selling more than one billion Ellepots, stabilized media that generate fast, healthy rooting and help growers reduce plastics use. A.M.A. was the first company in North America to produce and sell Ellepots to growers and has since become a leading supplier of the sustainable propagation solution.

“After twenty years of plugging away at Ellepot production – pun intended – it’s been incredible to see the difference this solution has made for our customers, who have come to count on Ellepots for high-quality liners and more efficient propagation practices” said Rick Bradt, who co-manages A.M.A. in partnership with his wife, Connie Bradt-Monsma. “We are grateful for their trust and ongoing business, as well as the steadfast support of our partners at Ellepot and Blackmore Company, to reach this landmark of one billion Ellepots sold.”

Quality, timeliness and customization are key ingredients to A.M.A.’s success, explains Craig Willett, A.M.A.’s Manager of Ellepots and Pre-Filled Containers.

Wednesday, January 29, 2020

Dr. Abraham a finalist as Young Professional of the Year

LEAMINGTON – Dr. Maxwell Abraham of Abraham Orthodontics has been nominated as the Young Professional of the Year in the 30th annual Windsor Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.

This is the fourth year that Dr. Abraham has been nominated and this year he is the only finalist from the Leamington/Kingsville area. Finalists were announced on January 15 in Windsor.

Abraham Orthodontics opened four years ago on Erie Street South in Leamington. Since opening Abraham Orthodontics, Dr. Abraham established a foundation rooted in Dr. Maxwell Abraham exceptional orthodontic care (#AOmazing smiles!) with incredible community service, in a state-of-the-art facility with the newest technology, including being an emerging local leader in Invisalign treatment.

Dr. Abraham’s community work was recently recognized as he was named one of the 40 Leaders Under 40 in Windsor-Essex in 2018 by the United Way. This recognized the numerous initiatives and programs supported in local schools to promote health, confidence, and knowledge to develop tomorrow’s leaders. Recently, the Abraham Orthodontics Community Youth Room was established to support local organizations’ efforts in developing newcomer and at-risk youth in the Leamington and Kingsville area.

Also nominated in this category are: Kavaughn Boismier, Investment and Wealth Advisor, Financial Planner – Boismier Wealth Advisory of RBC Dominion Securities Group and Ryan Donally, Business Attraction Specialist – WindsorEssex Economic Development Corporation.

The winner will be announced at the Business Excellence Awards night held in May.

Nature Fresh using whisky barrels from Hiram Walker LEAMINGTON – Nature Fresh Farms teamed up with Hiram Walker & Sons Limited. The whisky producer is now providing the greenhouse operation with a renewable fuel source in the form of whisky cull barrels.

Beginning in 2018, whisky producer Hiram Walker & Sons reached out to Nature Fresh Farms seeking help in reducing their surplus of whisky cull barrels. To date, Hiram Walker has provided them with over 25,000 barrels as fuel for their biomass boiler. The success of the arrangement has expanded the program, where in addition to the barrels, Hiram Walker sends other scrap wood material including used bungs, wood shavings, and damaged pallets.

“The partnership between Hiram Walker and Nature Fresh Farms can best be described as a win-win situation for both companies,” said Darren Taylor, Customer Service & Planning, Bulk Operations at Hiram Walker & Sons Limited. “Hiram Walker has an environmentally friendly way to dispose of barrels and Nature Fresh Farms receives a good supply of clean-burning oak wood.”

Every month Nature Fresh Farms receives approximately 400 barrels that are shredded and stockpiled for the colder seasons. The wood chips are fed to the biomass boiler’s firebox, heating the water that is pumped through rails throughout each row of plants to warm the greenhouse. To date, they have burned over 25,000 barrels, which equals about 1,125 tons of wood, producing about 20,000 gigajoules equivalent to nearly 520,000 cubic meters of natural gas. By burning the 25,000 barrels, it saves Nature Fresh Farms 520,000 m3 of natural gas. That would heat the average home in Canada for 192 years, saving 1,000 tons of CO2 emissions.

“We are in an industry that has the capacity to produce significant positive change,” said Dave Froese, Energy Manager at Nature Fresh Farms. “Teaming up with Hiram Walker & Sons gives us the opportunity to continue to make a difference by reducing the amount of materials that end up in landfills.”