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World Day of Prayer World Day of Prayer was held on Friday, March 6 at Faith Mennonite Church with eleven other churches involved in the program written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of The Bahamas. Pictured here are representatives from each participating church. In front, from the left: Liz Baumann, St. Paul’s Lutheran; Anita Taves, Faith Everlasting Congregational; Mary Lou Malott, First Baptist Church; Carolyn Reid, Knox Presbyterian Church; Captain Charlene Vincent, Salvation Army; Faith Moffatt, St. John’s Anglican Church; and Catherine Riediger, Faith Mennonite Church. Back row: Alfred Lehn, North Leamington United Mennonite Church; Della Dyck, Meadow Brook Fellowship Church; Peggy Barrette, St. Michael’s Parish; Beth Magoffin, FGT Family Church; Ruth Boehm, Pastor of Faith Mennonite Church; and Susan Ross, Leamington United Church. World Day of Prayer offerings support project grants to benefit women and children in need around the world. World Day of Prayer is coordinated by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada.

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By Sheila McBrayne Leamington and surrounding areas will soon be lighting up blue for autism.

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day and local ‘blue sisters’ Ann Diab and Paula LaSala Filangeri are preparing for the 3rd annual local celebrations.

“We started this with a vision to bring families closer together and it has. Families feel more empowered,” said Diab. Diab, whose son Christopher has autism, says she is continuously amazed at how the community has supported the Blue for Autism campaign.

“Last year our walk raised $7,000 for Autism Ontario. That is incredible. And all the businesses and schools with their signs of support, blue lights, blue bows… it’s just been amazing,” said Diab.

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gist with the public school board and has teamed up with Diab as “Blue Sisters” in organizing the World Autism Awareness Walk set for Sunday, April 26 at Seacliff Park. Registration for the 5-10 km walk or run begins at 9 a.m. with the run starting at approximately 10 a.m. This year’s run/walk is a registered event with Walkers and Runners Around the County of Essex (WRACE). Online registration is available at www.wrace.org Last year’s walk raised approximately $7,000 for Autism Ontario, which funds various support programs for families affected by autism. T-shirt sales have also been a large part of the fundraising effort.

Local florist shops sell blue bows with part of proceeds being donated to Autism Ontario as well. “It’s really been a community effort,” said Diab.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Spring is in the air With a much anticipated spring on the horizon, it’s nice to feel the warm sun on your face after such a cold winter.

Soaking in all that vitamin D just makes us feel that much better.

With the arrival of the robins, tulips and daffodils comes so many other things.

I was amazed this past week with how quickly my yard went from two feet deep of snow to not a trace of snow in just a couple of days.

On Thursday before last when I put out my garbage I had to pile it up on top of the three-foot snow bank at the road.

This past Thursday I could actually tell the snow was beginning to recede because it was only about a foot deep at the road, with a little grass showing around the edges of the yard.

By Saturday, you’d have never known there was ever snow in my front yard. Not a trace of the white stuff that just a week ago completely covered it.

Nature can do amazing things in a very short period of time, when you think about it.

Of course, with all of that melting comes the potential for flooding so let’s hope that it’s kept to a minimum.

It’s spring cleaning time in our house and on top of that we are preparing to move, so I’m trying be extra diligent with the carpet cleaner and everything else.

Did anyone else get invaded by ants during the cold winter?

Two years in a row now, we’ve had the large black ants in our kitchen. I finally put some poison down and they are gradually disappearing. They seem to only show up during the winter months for some reason.

Now before the animal rights people get in an uproar, know that no ants were harmed in the writing of this article.

I can’t promise a few didn’t carry the powdered borax back to their nest on their spiny little legs though.

Speaking of pests, I’ve managed to see a few skunks just as the weather broke. One unlucky striped fellow must have still been drowsy from his winter nap because I saw him

get destroyed by a pickup truck on Banwell Road early one morning.

Also watched two garbage truck guys team up MARK on a possum along RivRIBBLE erside Drive one morning. As I approached the stopped truck I noticed Rib’s one guy had a rake and Ramblings the other had a snow shovel in hand as they approached a full garbage can with a lid on it. They knocked over the can and dumped it upside down, spilling all of the garbage out onto the ground. I wondered why they were so cautious, and then saw a large possum scamper out of the plastic can and run up the driveway.

It’s one of those times I wish I had taken out my phone and recorded it.

With all of this nicer weather I’m sure all of those such creatures will be out in full force over the next few weeks.

Soccer pitches and ball diamonds will begin to dry up in anticipation of little and large footprints dotting them.

Ditches will fill with water and muskrats will be swimming everywhere in those ditches.

Gardens will be turned over, planted and fed as we swing into summertime activities.

And the smell of freshly mown grass is not very far away either.

All of these things point toward summer, and this coming summer is one I am looking forward to more than any in recent years. I’ve had enough of polar vortexes and global warming. I need some sunshine.

Will I complain in mid-August when it’s unbearably hot and humid?

Of course I will.

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Go Blue for Autism 2015 on April 2!

Editor: World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) is approaching – April 2nd, 2015 – and the Leamington-Kingsville community is excited for the 3rd annual ‘Go Blue’ initiative.

The support contributed by our local schools and businesses over the month of April has been outstanding in previous years and the proceeds raised from various activities such as Blue Bake Sales, Blue Hydrangea Sales, Blue Bow Sales, and Loonie to Wear Blue Sales, etc., has been most appreciated by our local Autism Ontario Windsor-Essex Chapter. Most of all, the families in our communities have been extremely touched by the Blue Bows, Blue Lighting, Blue Storefronts, Blue Fence Decorations, Blue Signs/Banners/Woodwork and ‘Go Blue For Autism Awareness’ marquis messages adorning the ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of your buildings. We especially appreciate the people within your establishments who have volunteered their time to organize these efforts.

So, let’s do it again… in honour of the individuals and the families we support. We kindly ask that you please pass this message along to your staff, BIA members, families, etc. (i.e. email, websites, newsletters).

In lieu of shirt sales this year, in collaboration with WRACE and Autism Ontario Windsor Essex, we plan to raise funds through registration in our 3rd Annual 5/10km Walk-Run, which will take place on Sunday, April 26 at Seacliff Park in Leamington. There will be

a 1km dash for children, youth fees for those students who wish to participate in the 5km, goodie bags for all of our registrants, food and refreshments. We hope to see you there! The online link for registration and details will be forthcoming, but for now our focus is April 2nd, World Autism Awareness Day ~ How blue will you go this year?! We can’t wait to see!

– Paula LaSala-Filangeri and Ann Obeid-Diab, Blue Sisters, Go Blue Together as Caring Communities

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Sex-ed concerns from a mom Dear Editor: In spite of what the government wants you to believe, this is not the first update to the sex-education curriculum since 1998. The first update after 1998 was brought out in 2010 and was the source of so much popular anger that it was immediately withdrawn.

Informal online polling done by CP24, CityNews, AM800 and the SUN news outlets, since the release of the 2015 curriculum, say that between 65% and 90% of the population thinks this new curriculum is not an improvement either. Unlike the last premier, Ontario’s new premier has kept a veil of secrecy over her intentions. Even though Kathleen Wynne says that parents across the province have been consulted, only one handpicked parent from each school has had any involvement.

After great numbers of Ontarians rejected the 2010 sex-ed curriculum because it promoted sexually explicit information to children at ages when it will only harm and confuse them, it is outrageous that the 2015 update is a carbon copy with even more disturbing additions. The curriculum consistently refers students to other people than their parents as authorities on sex, despite some pious words in the introduction paying lip service to the fundamental role of parents informing their children in moral decision making.

The president of Parents as First Educators (PAFE), Teresa Pierre, PhD, says: “PAFE absolutely and totally rejects this second attempt by the Liberal government to update the sex-ed curriculum because it infringes on the rights of parents to be the first educators of their children and will destroy the innocence of children.”

Some age-inappropriate examples that the Premier wants to teach our children are: Gr. 1: The names of all body parts; inappropriate sexual touching.

Gr. 3: Gender identity and gender fluidity; sexual orientation; same-sex families.

Gr. 6: Endorsement of masturbation; rejection of words such as ‘husband’ and ‘wife’; will introduce the theme of sexual consent in relationships.

Gr. 7: Anal sex; oral sex; vaginal sex; contraception; STDs; students will be talked to about how pre-teens should make sure their partner consents to sex.

What is being proposed for our children to learn forces knowledge on them that they are not ready for developmentally, and this stands to do massive damage to children’s vulnerability. Street proofing a grade 1 child through the teaching of ‘private parts’ and learning to say ‘NO’ in regular living situations is quite different from giving detailed explanations of all the genitalia. Teaching sex to students who do not possess the emotional maturity necessary to navigate long-term romantic relationships, nor the possible consequence of pregnancy, may have long term emotional consequences of being immersed in our ‘hookup culture’. Surely parents would rather that schools teach pre-teens real-life skills, such as the importance of self-control and deferment of immediate gratification. In our culture it is vital that students understand the negative consequences of sexting, but surely middle school would be better than the proposed grade 4.

Opening the dialogue with all of Ontario parents (millions) versus the handful (5,000) that was hand-selected would allow strategies to come forth to prevent forcing material into schools that parents believe will harm students and violate parental rights to guide the education of their children on sensitive topics often involving deeply held cultural and religious beliefs.

As a sidebar – perhaps you are unaware that Ontario school boards are required to conduct anonymous online school climate surveys. That basically means questions are asked regarding bullying and feelings of safety with the strong underlying tone of sexual gender and orientation throughout the survey – to the point that it is impossible to answer many questions without committing to this bent.

– H.L. Sharpe, Leamington

CCAC got paid: what about the home nurses?

Dear Editor: Home care nurses are the ones on the front lines actually providing quality, hands-on care to patients, yet it was the CEOs of CCAC (Community Care Access Centre) who got up to 141% pay increases. The office “nurses” got their 1.4% increases after striking because they did not have a contract for one whole year! Wow. Now it’s time for a little pay “equity”. My wife has been a home care nurse for 27 years and hasn’t had a new contract for 10 years! The McGuinty government originally prevented them from getting a new contract and nothing has changed in that time. Because home care nursing is an essential service, they are unable to strike like the CCAC case coordinators, and if you asked them, most would not go on strike anyways for fear they would jeopardize the care being provided to their patients.

My wife has had a few 1% increases over the last 10 years that still puts her below what her newly graduated daughter makes. The gas mileage she gets for travelling all across her region to see her patients is pitiful and puts her 20 cents lower per kilometre than her other daughter receives at a new summer job.

Salaries for the in-home nurses is ridiculous, it is based on a 2-hour visit which can sometimes take upwards of 5 hours if caring for a palliative patient. If my math is correct, that means for the standard visit (2 hours) she is making approximately $14/hour for 27 years of nursing experience. I will let you do the math if it was one of her 5-hours visits.

This is something all home care nurses are familiar with. In the hospital they are starting fresh from school at $33/hour and with experience like my wife has they would be receiving approximately $50/hour. Didn’t pay equity happen 20 years ago? There is something wrong here and it needs to be fixed.

Home care nurses are on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for their patients and sometimes a co-worker’s patients as well, to allow for some much needed time off. These home care nurses are doing everything you could possibly imagine any specialty nurse doing in any setting, but without doctors standing over their shoulder or co-workers by their side.

They are utterly alone and in more ways than one.

The CEO of CCAC claims that there are so many “high-needs” patients coming on service that she needs to cut 33% of the “low needs” patient care in order to afford care for those “high needs” patients. In talking with my wife and other home care workers, this has not been seen. Many home care nurses and PSWs have been forced to find second jobs or change employment in order to support their families. at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club I have a possible solution Dinner and Book Your to this problem: do not give Lunch Specials Banquets Now! a CEO upwards of $280,000 per year out of a budget Open Tues - Sat 8 am - 8:30 pm, Sun 8 am - 8 pm meant to help people stay ~ CLOSED MONDAY ~ in their homes and receive 304 Robson Road, Leamington quality care!

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Body identified as missing local man

On Friday, Mar. 13, members of the Ontario Provincial Police Emergency Response Team along with uniform members of Essex County OPP located the body of a male in a gravel pit just outside of the Town of Leamington. The body was concealed in a marshy area heavily covered by brush and reeds.

The man has been identified as Jeffrey Orlando, age 32, of Leamington, who had not been seen or heard from since Tuesday, March 3, 2015.

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On Friday, March 6 the Leamington District Secondary School Society for Excellence in Academics (SEA) held a celebratory luncheon for students who placed in the top of their class at the conclusion of first semester.

LDSS students enrolled in Mr. Youssef’s Hospitality Program hosted the meal and student achievers were presented with certificates. They also had the opportunity to have an exclusive look at the plans for the new school building with principal Kyle Berard and vice-principal Peggy Bondy.

SEA is a newly founded organization at LDSS that aims to promote academic excellence and to provide enriched learning opportunities for students to enhance their academic portfolios in preparation for post-secondary education.

SEA is lead by a multidisciplinary team of teachers, Mary Kay Gabert (Mathematics), Carrie Grossi (Modern Languages) and Lauren Omstead (Computer Science).

Alison Skydmore, Tam Do and Mrs. Grossi enjoy the delicious meal prepared by LDSS hospitality students at a celebratory luncheon where SEA certificates were presented.

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Communities in Bloom presents street signs to Council A presentation to Leamington Council was made by Charlie Wright on Monday night, Mar. 16, to show the 5-Bloom award that was won by the municipality last summer. Street signs for the two winning streets in Leamington were presented to Mayor John Paterson (centre) by the members of the CiB committee. These signs were designed, created and produced

by Brian Turner at Retco, completely free of charge. Wright suggested that the dragon-tail pink begonia be the theme flower of the municipality. Pictured from left to right are: Bill Sherk, Eileen Wonnick, Edna Maclellan, Charlie Wright, Mayor John Paterson, Ken Clark and Greg Rice.

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Council passes development agreement amendment Regardless of the development-friendly climate Leamington Municipal Council has tried to create, subdivision developers must rely on the market for new homes to pace their progress. Nowhere is it more clear than in the request to amend the Golfwood Estates Subdivision Agreement.

This proposed subdivision is 217 single, detached dwellings and 75 townhouses on over 80 acres of land. The developers proposed creating it in 5 phases, and had reached an agreement with the municipality to begin with Phases 1 and 2. These would create 85 lots for houses and 4 blocks for 15 townhouse units.

The developers have now asked to amend the agreement to begin work on developing Phase 1 entirely, but to construct only the underground services for Phase 2 (water mains and sanitary and storm sewers).

As the report on Monday night, Mar. 16, explained to Council, “The request is being considered to allow the developer to realize cost savings when installing services for both Phase 1 and 2, and to delay the trigger for the payment of taxes on all the building lots in Phase 2 until there is a demand in the market.”

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Council passed the recommendation unanimously.

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LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you will sort out a complex problem in due time. Don't let any initial struggles to find a solution keep you down. Continue to focus on the bigger picture.

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Love potion and other garden discoveries Spring is here! It seems amazing to me that with the little bit of rain we have received the blossoms are sprouting, the few bare trees are growing fresh new leaves, and the birds are singing as they build their nests. For Mark and I this means another phase of maintenance.

This past week, after SHANNON MATHESON our friends left to go home, we decided that we would pinpoint one area of landscaping.

We decided to focus Lifestyles... on the main house with hopes to have it looking BROUGHT TO YOU BY: spruced up before the owners’ arrival at the beginning of April.

On the west side of the ‘big’ house there is a palm-lined entrance that leads from the back door down to a fountain.

Mark has resealed the slow-leaking fountain with ‘Geco’, re-plumbed the spout to make it a little more discreet and put on a fresh coat of white paint.

Around the fountain is a circle of old yet lovely paving stones and one side is rimmed with shrubs, vines and trees of all sorts. Unfortunately, lacking a few years of proper maintenance, everything has grown together, shading each other. The lack of sun has made it nearly impossible for each plant to thrive and show its individual glory.

The lovely and normally carefree fan palms have been stunted by the overhang from larger and more lush green trees. These trees each have a large centre trunk with many smaller shoots coming from the ground around them. In time, these all grow together forming one large trunk. Each branch, with its shiny green leaves, aggressively reaches straight up to the sky. I have had no luck identifying this tree on any Bahamian website and therefore think that it may not be native. Instead I will have to be patient and await Arthur’s return from his week off and tap into his wisdom.

It is an asset to the garden landscape because it remains lush and green all year. Unfortunately it is to the detriment of everything else around it.

I began my attack with small hand clippers and larger ratchet-style hand shears. The bougainvillea had used its thorns to claw its way through the green mass of trees, trying to reach the sunlight 10 feet above. With some space now cleared around it, I cut it right back to less than half, hoping that it would now have the strength to fill out and showcase its ever-bearing blooms. I am thankful that along with the thorns come gorgeous flowers.

The hedge that has always been neatly groomed will fill in on its own with the added sunlight. The hibiscus also received a well-needed trim, and by the next day rewarded me with many peach-coloured blooms.

Mark chipped in with the chainsaw, and I must admit that I envied his use of this equipment. I so wanted to delve right in and start cutting but Mark refused to give it to me. Probably a wise decision, since I tend to get a little excited and a chainsaw is a testy tool. It is meant to be used methodically and with awareness, all of which I tend to lose when I get on a roll.

With the help of Butler we loaded at least 10 wagonloads of brush and hauled it to the dump. Raking the area clean left us with a fresh palette!

In April we have some friends coming, one of whom is a ‘master’ gardener. I look forward to getting insight on how

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I can make this area the five-star garden that it should be.

Until then, I will be patient and continue to propagate some more hibiscus and bougainvillea in the shade house, prior to planting in the ground just before the rainy season.

After our two full days of work I had twigs in my hair, scratches on both my forearms and legs. My shins felt as if I had played a season of ball-hockey, complete with welts and bruises. It was time for some relaxation. Mark insisted that we join Arthur, Butler and our friends Harry and Andrew from Big Whale Cay. An hour at the dock with a couple of cold beers and this group always guarantees entertainment that is full of interesting stories and many belly laughs. This week’s tale started when I asked if the red antlike bugs on the sand beneath my chair would bite me. “No man, those are love bugs.

They are always joined with another one!” Harry said. And that’s where it all began. The tale of ‘love potions’.

Bahamians have used indigenous plants for medicinal purposes for hundreds of years. They call this ‘bush medicine’. People may poopoo this, but we cannot ignore the fact that many, if not all, pharmaceutical drugs are derived from plants grown all around the world. Most North Americans very well know about aloe vera, especially after lying in the sun for too long. Here in the Bahamas the plant is often ingested when the locals want to boost or calm their digestion system. The active ingredient in aspirin is derived from willow bark. For the people that have lived their lives on these islands far from any local pharmacy, using plant materials to soothe their aches and pains is a way of life!

The men of the island love talking about their favourite remedy that of course has only ever affected a buddy they know, not them individually. Bahamian ‘love potion’. This potion can be made from a mixture of plants that happen to all grow right over on our neighbouring Big Whale. Love vine, five finger, and stiff ‘something’ are all combined together with water and steeped to make a tea. Mixed with sweet milk, either coconut or the canned sweet and condensed, the inflicted is instructed to drink a very small cupful each day. Those who are less patient have downed a jugful, and there ends the tale – in the emergency room where the doctor instructs that no female nurses are allowed to tend to the patient!

Well, imagine four Bahamian-accented men talking over each other to tell their version of this story to Mark and me.

We both were bent over laughing to say the least.

Similar to all fish tales, we have learned to take these stories with a grain of salt, but imagine my shock at finding a packet of a quarter of a cup of ‘love potion’ at a quaint little shop in Nassau one day selling for $15!

Our days on the island, like our garden, are what we make of them. We are lucky to be surrounded by people who bring out the best in each other and in us. By respecting our space, never overshadowing and with just a little over-talking once in a while, a wonderful atmosphere is created.

Len Janisse (left), ERCA vice-chair and Lakeshore councillor, and ERCA general manager Richard Wyma presented the Essex Region Conservation Authority’s 2014 Annual Report as well as ERCA’s proposed budget to Leamington Council on Monday night, Mar. 16

ERCA presents proposed budget, 2014 annual report

Richard Wyma, general manager of Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), and Len Janisse, vice-chair of ERCA and Lakeshore councillor, were present at the Monday, Mar. 16 meeting of Council to present the proposed budget and the 2014 Annual Report video.

The report highlighted the blue-green algae blooms of last summer and the response to this challenge. Many initiatives and programs were mentioned covering the spectrum of conservation and protection efforts as well as education.

ERCA will develop a comprehensive watershed planning book in 2015. Stormwater management plans will be developed to try and create a consistent approach across the area that restricts phosphorus seepage into the lake. A long series of planned activities was presented, creating the impression of an extensive, intensive year to come.

When the opportunity to ask questions or make comments was opened up to Council, Councillor Rick Atkin was well prepared to describe the great value Leamington gets from its levy. He also emphasized the concern ERCA staff has to ensure that the Authority is sustainable long into the future.

Councillor Larry Verbeke gave Richard Wyma the opportunity to clarify the source of problem phosphorus so that it could be made clear that the problem is not solely farming, but rather essentially all land uses making contributions of phosphorus.

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Little Hands Kids For A Cause held a Halloween fundraiser at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden last year in support of local families with children diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. Pictured here are three Little Hands Junior Committee members. Colasanti’s has invited the organization back to conduct another fundraiser for Good Friday this year.

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Colasanti’s supports Little Hands

By Bryan Jessop With a helping ‘hand’ from Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, a local group is hoping to turn Good Friday into ‘Great’ Friday.

Little Hands – Kids For A Cause will present its next fundraiser Friday, Apr. 3 at Colasanti’s as part of its ongoing mission to assist local youths who’ve been diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses.

All admission proceeds from the facility’s Good Friday Easter Scavenger Hunt will be donated to Little Hands. The event will begin at noon and run until 2 p.m. and is open to kids 10 years of age and under for an admission fee of $1 per child. Entries will participate in an indoor straw obstacle course, bean bag toss and rubber ducky game. They will also receive prizes and candy and have a chance to meet the Easter Bunny, who will offer each Scavenger Hunt participant a free gift.

In the meantime, Little Hands – Kids For A Cause volunteers, about 20 Junior Committee members and Little Hands Heroes will be on site running a lemonade stand and t-shirt sales. Junior Committee members are volunteers under the age of 18 while Little Hands Heroes are local youths dealing with life-threatening medical conditions who volunteer for and represent Little Hands.

There are currently 18 Little Hands Heroes living throughout Windsor and Essex County.

Two Junior Committee youths pour lemonade for customers at Colasanti’s Tropical Garden in support of a Halloween fundraiser for Little Hands Kids For A Cause. Colasanti’s has invited the organization back to conduct another fundraiser for Good Friday this year.

Leigh Ann Mastronardi, one of five core members of Little Hands who helped create the group, estimates that five or six Little Hands Heroes will be attending the Good Friday fundraiser — depending on how many are not in hospital at the time of the event. The Spring Has Sprung and the organization does not have Cleaning Has Begun a specific fundraising target NOW ACCEPTING & SELLING for the April 3 Colasanti’s CONSIGNMENT MERCHANDISE gathering, although Mastro- PLUS SIZES LARGE AND UP... now you can shop new or gently used. nardi explained that she’d Call or Browse for those One-Of-A-Kind Finds like to see $500 raised.

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Prom Project returns this Friday Graduation and prom season is quickly approaching. Do you have your dress yet?

If you’re looking for the perfect dress at the perfect price – just $10 for every dress in stock – check out the one day prom dress sale on Friday, March 20 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Leamington United Mennonite Church at 78 Oak Street.

The 5th annual Prom Project features gently warn dresses for prom or graduation in all sizes, all lengths and colours, all are $10. There are also some accessories available.

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Princess Ball coming to Leamington Mar. 28 Leamington’s Catherine Valle is vying for the title of Miss Universe Canada Western Ontario on Saturday, April 11, but she’s not focusing on herself right now.

Valle has been selected to compete in the Miss Universe Canada Western Ontario Preliminary Competition on April 11, 2015. In preparation for the event, she will be hosting an all-ages Princess Ball on Saturday, March 28 from 3-8 p.m. at the Leamington Lebanese Club.

The Royal Affair begins at 3 p.m. and will include: hair station, nail station, sash station, face painting, jewelry making, popcorn, snacks, games, story time and dancing.

At 5:30 p.m. there will be a Royal Dinner with a special dinner theatre by popular princesses in attendance including Princess Anna and Queen Elsa, Belle, Cinderella, Pocahontas, Tinkerbell, Jasmine, and Sophia the First!

All young princesses will have opportunity to meet with each princess, take pictures, get an autograph, and win special princess prizes.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to Operation Smile Canada. Operation Smile Canada provides free surgeries to repair cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities for children around the globe.

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THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH COFFEE HOUSE FRIDAY, MARCH 27TH AT 7:00 P.M. Will once again be hosted by Sharon and David Light. The lineup for this coffee house is amazing. Performing for you will be: Robert Stark (Michigan); Andrew Taves; Gregger Botting; Jacqui Cadarrette (Windsor); Nancy and Merrill Mills; Francine Leclair; Jamie Willms; Megan McGill; and a Special Surprise Guest who will be singing one tribute song. The weather should be fine, so bring a friend who has never been to the Last Friday of the Month Coffee House. This is a “pass the hat” event.

THE BANK THEATRE IS ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL Pay close attention to these terrific musical guests.

MUSIC SERIES RETURNS Saturday, April ll at 7:30 p.m. THE RUSSELL deCARLE TRIO - Presented by the Kingsville Folk Festival and The Bank Theatre. Russell deCarle was a founding member of the acclaimed Canadian country band, Prairie Oyster. This band garnered multiple gold and platinum albums, a string of number one Canadian singles, multiple Juno and Canadian Country Music Awards, and legions of fans worldwide. They played together for over 30 years. In recent years, however, deCarle has focussed on music which he describes as “more of a torchybluesy affair.” Russell has relished the opportunity to explore styles away from the country sound. The Russell deCarle trio is comprised of Steve Briggs, famous accordionist, Dennis Keldie, and Russell deCarle. Tickets are $20. For ticket info call 519997-7777. Tickets are also available at the door one half hour before the show.

Friday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH COFFEE HOUSE - Dale Butler returns. With his return, comes his special brand of humour and love. Thanks once again to Sharon and David Light who hosted while Dale was away. You two were great. We can hardly wait until you become Leamingtonians.

Saturday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. KAREN MORAND AND BOSCO - This wonderful band is no stranger to The Bank Theatre Stage. The band features Aaron Verhulst on mandolin and guitars, Benny Santoro on cajon and Janet Dixon on harmonies, percussion and kazoo wizardry. Together with Karen on lead vocals and guitar, they perform a collection of her original songs alongside folk and contemporary songs. They are the best alt-country-hillbilly-gospel band around. Tickets are $15 and are available at Thomson Guardian Pharmacy (Leamington) and at the door one-half hour before the show.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Leamington Horticultural Society will meet 7:30 p.m., at Leamington United Church.

Speaker: Terri Dent. Topic: Container & Patio Planting. All are welcome to come out for an evening of horticultural fellowship.

Refreshments served. For more info call Ken Clark 519-325-0769.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 - Lego Break at Leamington Library, 11:00 a.m. Take a trip to the library this March Break to design and build a Lego creation. Share your tips and tricks. Ages 4-10. Parents welcome too! Register online or at the library.

MARCH 20 - 28 - Free Bible Prophecy Seminar, nightly at 7:00 p.m. at Seventh-day Adventist Church, 220 Erie St. N., Leamington. Topics include: How close to the end are we?; What about natural disasters?; How secret is the secret rapture?; Is there life after death?; What about hell?; Is there hope for us?

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MONDAY, MARCH 23 - Food & Fellowship Supper, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St., welcomes those who are

alone or having trouble making ends meet. No charge.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 - Sun County Lyme Awareness Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Cactus Room at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens. All About Lyme Disease! Learn, share, support.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26 - Dads Matter Workshop. Free. 6:30 8:30 p.m. at Access - County Community Support Services, 23 Mill St. W., Kingsville. Topic: “Sibling Sanity” with speaker Mike Morency. To register or for more information call Connection Early Years Family Centre at 519-2529696 or email info@smflc.ca.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26 - Past Pelee Questers meet 7:00 p.m., at WFCU, 318 Erie St. S., Leamington. Presenter: Marg Ross. Topic: Primitive rugs. All are welcome.PPQ is an organization for the study of antiques, preservation and restoration or artifacts, existing memorials, historical buildings, landmarks and education. For more info call Jackie at 519-326-1361.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 - Pro-Life Youth Conference, 8:30 a.m. 3:00 p.m., St. John's Hall, 1782 Oriole Park Dr., Woodslee (West Belle River Rd.). Speaker: Lila Mills, spokesperson for Teen Defenders and Student Life Link, and founder and director of True Choice. Youth 13-25 are invited to attend this free event. Sponsored

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Little Hands (Continued from page 9) “We’ve been pretty successful in making people realize how prevalent it (life-threatening childhood illness) is. We’re all about kids helping kids. We’re doing a little bit at a time, but that’s okay.”

Colasanti’s Good Friday event — which car“We’re all ries on Saturday, April about kids helping 4 to benefit P.J. Girls Relay For Life — is not kids. We’re doing a the first time the busilittle bit at a time, ness has reached out in support of Little Hands. but that’s okay.”

The organization was — Leigh Ann invited to set up t-shirt Mastronardi sales and lemonade tables during a Halloween celebration last year, during which time they received the invitation to return for the upcoming Good Friday gathering. Little Hands raised about $400 through the spring event.

“It turned out really well,” Mastronardi said. “Hopefully, we can increase that amount this time.”

Little Hands – Kids For A Cause began as a lemonade stand during a yard sale at the Mastronardi residence in Kingsville in July of last year. The inaugural event raised $90, at which time the organization had one Little Hands Hero. Little Hands now has 18 Heroes and honours two Superheroes — local youths who have since passed away from complications relating to their illnesses. The core group of five charter members — which became four after one moved away from the area — is now part of an organization of 12 that is heavily involved in organizing fundraisers, in part via monthly committee meetings.

Windsor and Essex County families with children battling serious illnesses that are in need of assistance can access more information on the group through its Facebook page or website www.littlehandskids.org. The families of new Little Hands Heroes receive t-shirts with “My daughter/son/ sister/brother is my hero” printed on the back.

“We got so big so fast,” Mastronardi noted. “There are more Heroes now and we’re committed to helping them.”

Little Hands – Kids For A Cause has been considering the long, complex and costly process of becoming a registered charity, a procedure lawyers and accountants have advised its mem519-325-0929. bership to hold off on for the TUESDAY, MARCH 31 - My Home, time being.

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WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 1 TO MAY 20 - Family Storytime. Family Storytime is a program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities at 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 years old & under and caregiver. Register online or at the library.

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Council Report for March 16 Greenhouse Expansion Approved

Leamington Council has received an administrative recommendation to enter into a Site Plan Control Agreement with N. Sawatzky Farms Inc. to allow Phase 2 of their greenhouse expansion plan to proceed.

This will result in over 9 acres of new greenhouses near the Wheatley-Tilbury town line.

BILL Since the entire farm is CHAPLIN about 120 acres there is plenty of room for Phase 2, so the Site Plan Agreement will centre mainly on adMunicipal Correspondent equacy of services for the expansion.

All of the water will come from Chatham-Kent, so Councillor Larry Verbeke thought it was wrong to charge them the water portion of the greenhouse development charge.

The recommendation was passed without dissent at the Mar. 16 meeting of Council.

Change in Bus Loading Zones Requested

Switzer-Carty Transportation has requested changes to bus loading zones at two schools.

The first is to add area along Mill Street East to the north of Mill Street School to allow the students to board and exit the buses on the asphalt walkway there.

The second is to let the municipality know that the existing bus loading zone on Lutsch Avenue at St. Louis School is no longer in use and may be removed. It is being recommended that this short strip be converted into a “no stopping” zone.

Trucks Being Replaced

Local dealers did not submit bids low enough to get vehicle replacement business from the municipality. Administration has recommended replacing two 4x4 pickups with trucks from Oxford Dodge Chrysler in London, and one 4x4 1500HD with an F250 from Victory Ford in Chatham.

The result of tendering is to bring the purchase of the three vehicles in at more than $20,000 under budget.

At the Monday, Mar. 16 Council meeting, Councillor Tim Wilkinson asked about a ‘buy local only’ tendering policy to generate business for local tax-paying vendors.

Mayor John Paterson was sympathetic to the suggestion, but pointed out the pitfalls of such a policy.

In addition, Councillor John Jacobs pointed out that all of

the warranty work is done by local dealers, so they aren’t completely out of the process.

In response to a question by Councillor Larry Verbeke, Rob Sharon, Leamington’s Director of Infrastructure Services, pointed out that all bidders get a list of minimum requirements that must be met by the vehicle being offered.

A discussion of the tendering process will be done when Councillor John Hammond is present.

Official Plan Review

Administration has recommended hiring Jones Consulting Group Ltd. to initiate the 5-year review of Leamington’s Official Plan. The plan was due to be done in 2013, but a series of major events resulted in the work being delayed until now.

Jones Consulting is being recommended because of the significant savings that will be realized since this company did the work on the County Official Plan and has done background work on the Leamington Official Plan.

The report presented to Council on Mar. 16 explains, “The five (5) year review of the OP, as set out in Section 26 of the Planning Act, was to be undertaken in 2013. The municipal review was held back to ensure the completion of the County of Essex Official Plan and the review of the Provincial Policy Statement. The revised PPS 2014 came into effect on April 30, 2014 and all planning decisions must be consistent with the direction of the policies pertaining to matters of Provincial interest.

“The County of Essex Official Plan was adopted by County Council on February 19, 2014 and received final approval by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) on April 28, 2014. There were no appeals to the Notice of Decision by the MMAH and the policies of the County OP are now in effect.”

In addition, the County has begun the required farm lot study to determine the appropriate minimum and should be done before the Leamington Official Plan must be adopted by Leamington Council.

There was some concern about ‘single sourcing’ this project, especially whether or not there is a policy that covers this situation, but there appears to be nothing precluding sourcing it out, doing it in house, or letting it out for tender. In this situation, 90% of the work had been done by Jones Consulting and it would be expeditious to have them do the work.

Councillor Rick Atkin asked why this was not in this year’s budget and how the information generated by Jones is not in Leamington’s possession.

CAO Peter Neufeld pointed out that a new planner would not want to rely on someone else’s work, and would want to re-do and verify the information. Mr. Neufeld explained that

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he did not pick up on this as a budgetary matter since funds were available in reserves to finish the Official Plan.

Responding to the comment by Mr. Neufeld, Councillor Atkin pointed out that it seems unfair to new players on the planning scene and creates an undue reliance on a specific planner.

Mr. Neufeld agreed in principle, but stated in this particular instance going to tender would not be in the best interests of the municipality, but that administration would willingly do whatever Council directs them to do.

Council accepted the recommendation to use Jones Consulting, but the vote was three to two. Deputy-Mayor Hilda MacDonald and Councillor John Hammond were absent.

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ACCESS program to be discontinued

By Bryan Jessop Although it isn’t necessarily at a loss for words, ACCESS County Community Supporter Services is losing its VOYC. The Windsor-Essex group includes youth from Leamington and Kingsville and the surrounding area.

The organization’s Voices of Youth in Community program will officially be dissolved as of Tuesday, March 31 — the date when the signed funding agreement between ACCESS and the United Way Centraide of Windsor-Essex County comes to an end. United Way funding commitments are made on five-year terms. The 27 current half-decade programs funded by the local United Way began on April 1, 2010 and expire March 31 of this year.

Decisions on the renewal or discontinuation of UW funding for each program are based on the recommendations of the organization’s Community Impact Council, made up of volunteer-donors with expertise in various professional and social sectors. The council also includes members of the United Way’s board of directors, which makes final decisions on the CIC’s suggestions. Formerly, funding decisions for ongoing programs were made on an annual basis. United Way Centraide of Windsor-Essex County chief executive officer Lorraine Goddard explained that the old process made establishing stability difficult for the supported groups, prompting the expansion of commitments to five years.

Goddard admitted that decisions to discontinue funding for programs such as VOYC are difficult to make, but also explained that the local United Way’s support of Leamington-area initiatives is not coming to an end.

“There will be new investments in Leamington,” she explained. “We’re not abandoning Leamington. The United Way recognizes the need for investments to be made there, and that will continue.”

Although announcements will not be made until later in April of this year, Goddard hinted that funding in the near future is being earmarked for Leamington-based programming.

“We’re confident the community will be pleased when those announcements are made,” she stated.

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Voices of Youth In Community was officially formed in April of 2010 and included a planning and preparation process before it began operating in September of that year — the program’s season runs during the school year, from September to June. Humble beginnings of one youth member and six mentors quickly grew to a current membership that fluctuates between In October of last year, VOYC teamed up with Windsor25 and 30 youths, still with Essex Children’s Aid Society about half a dozen mentors. to help spread awareness of The division of ACCESS — child abuse through a purple then still known as the Youth balloon and message release at Queen of Peace Catholic and Family Resource Net- Elementary School. The group work (YFRN) — began as a supported a similar event at Kingsville and Harrow-area Harrow Public School. operation before expanding to Leamington in 2013. An average of between nine and 12 VOYC members have attended twice-monthly gatherings in Leamington over the past two years, thanks to an arrangement made by Dave Orshinsky to have meeting space donated at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. The Harrow-Kingsville half of the group has been meeting at the Harrow Youth Centre.

Involvement in community programs spanning the Harrow-Kingsville-Leamington corridor has included several activities for VOYC members and volunteers. The group’s first initiative was the revitalization of the McAffe Park playground in Harrow, later followed by Back Alley Beautification Projects in Kingsville (2013) and Harrow (2014).

Other operations to benefit from VOYC volunteer hours have included the John R. Park Homestead, the WindsorEssex County Humane Society, the Kingsville Festival of Light’s Dinner With Santa, Leamington’s Santa Claus Pa-

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rade and the annual Kingsville Polar Bear Dip. Over the past two years, the VOYC Polar Bear Dip team has raised about $4,000. The group’s youths also built and installed park benches for Kingsville’s Community Garden.

Also in Leamington, VOYC members played a pivotal role in the creation of the Leamington Youth Centre at 94 Talbot St. East. The group was able to bring the establishment to life thanks to support and donations from Gabriele’s Brand Source, Habitat For Humanity, Computers For Kids, the Et Cetera Shoppe, Monarch Basics and Value Village.

The organization also led the Leamington-Kingsville Mayors’ E-Waste Challenge, collecting discarded computers and other electronic devices. The 2013 and 2014 events allowed VOYC to raise about $3,000 for camp programs and to help fund computer purchases for other youths.

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Stop sign proposed at Fox and Askew George Mravik spoke to Leamington Council on Monday, Mar. 16, recommending a stop sign at the corner of Fox and Askew to try and slow traffic.

He was prompted to speak subsequent to the death of a family member who passed away as the result of being struck by a vehicle on Fox Street in January of this year.

Mr. Mravik’s suggestion was taken very seriously by both Council and administration. A study of the matter is required in order to make the change.

Mr. Mravik was also receptive to the possibility of reducing the speed limit along Fox Street.

MWCP presents program overview to council Lorraine Gibson, chair and program supervisor for the Migrant Worker Community Program (MWCP) appeared as a delegation before Municipal Council Monday evening, Mar. 16, to provide an overview of the programs her group is able to provide.

Gibson made it clear to Council that MWCP is not in existence to deal with labour issues, but rather with the very human needs that the workers have to improve life in Leamington.

Gibson gave Council an overview of the financial considerations she and her 30 volunteers deal with. Without the volunteers and private sponsors the work would be impossible. The Migrant Worker Community Program is now the go-to program people approach when they don’t know where to go. It is as if a special social services department exists for the migrant workers, and it is entirely volunteer.

Regardless of whether it is providing athletic outlets, medical liaison, and welcoming and receiving these visitors to the community, the MWCP provides essential services on behalf of Leamington. Workers are less ‘on the outside looking in’ than they used to be, thanks to their efforts.

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ACCESS program (Continued from page 12) Voices of Youth in Community also supported the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society awareness campaign with a purple balloon and message release at Queen of Peace Catholic Elementary School in Leamington and Harrow Public School. Most recently, the group held its third annual Dodgeball Challenge at the LKRC, where it was able to collect 1,000 items for local food banks and the ACCESS Emergency Housing Support Program.

“Nothing we’ve done could have happened to the magnitude it has without community and business support — it’s been outstanding,” explained VOYC programming coordinator Wanda Rodrigues. “We’re very grateful for all the community support we’ve had over the years. The whole experience has really made a positive impact on these youths.”

Rodrigues, who has led VOYC projects for the past threeand-a-half years, spent her last day at the ACCESS office in Kingsville Friday, March 13. “…I learned of this last night (March 11) at our Mayor’s Youth Advisory Committee meeting and as with everyone else in attendance, was totally caught off guard, shocked and disappointed,” announced Leamington mayor John Paterson after learning about the impending discontinuation of VOYC. “If there was one singular program that has shown excellent results for the money and time invested, it was most assuredly the VOYC under (Wanda Rodrigues’) leadership.”

Internally, VOYC members have embarked on self esteem-building camp retreats through financial support of $2,500 from Gen Next. Additionally, each season ends with a leadership retreat which will also serve as a program farewell celebration this year at Windsor’s Adventure Bay on March 28. To keep in touch through their summer vacations, VOYC members have also held Summer Jam Series at Leamington’s Seacliff Park and Kingsville’s Lakeside Park.

“A lot of them describe it as their extended family,” Rodrigues explained.

To fill the void in development of leadership skills and community involvement, some VOYC members have already turned to Firehorse Leadership Organization, based in Amherstburg. Founded by former YFRN executive director Michelle Stein in 2013, FLO is a non-profit program designed to instill confidence, self-awareness and integrity through horsemanship. For more information on the program, visit the website www.firehorseleadership.com or call 519-796-3929.

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Romance fraud continues to claim hearts, dollars Huge losses during emotional rollercoaster rides Losses due to romance and dating scams continue to mount, say members of the OPP Anti-Rackets Branch.

According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), in 2014 there were 1,467 complaints from Canada of romance fraud. Of those complaints, 998 victims were identified and their combined financial losses exceeded $13.9 million, second only to wire fraud.

The criminals seek potential victims online, generally single or recently unattached people. Usually this form of mass marketing fraud occurs through singles and dating-related ‘meet’ websites, social media platforms, or e-mail blasts. In some cases, prolonged interaction with individuals has cost some victims tens of thousands of dollars before the ‘relationship’ ends, usually without ever meeting in person.

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Educate yourself. Check the person’s name, the company name, and the addresses used.

• Never send money, or give personal credit card or online account details to anyone you do not know and trust. A request to send money to a foreign country to someone you have never personally met should be a red flag.

• Checking website addresses carefully. Scammers often set up fake websites with addresses that are very similar to legitimate dating websites.

Romance scams cause victims severe financial hardship and personal embarrassment, which inhibits their decision to report the crime.

If you suspect you or someone you know has been a victim of romance fraud, or if you have already sent funds, don’t be embarrassed – you’re not alone. Contact the local police service or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at https://www. tipsubmit.com.

LTVCA budget approved for 2015

Flashback 1959 This photo taken in 1959 shows some Leamington politicians and Public Utilities staff.

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The 2015 budget of $2,784,687 received approval at the meeting. Funding sources include: 18.48% grants; 6.03% matching general levy; 17.88% direct special benefit levy, 23.65% non-matching general levy, 25.3% general revenues; 2.01% grants and revenues from the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Foundation; and 6.64% reserves.

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Flyers down 2 - 1 against nationals By bryan jessop

With one quick slap shot, one enviable streak came to an end while a far more frustrating skid surfaced for the Leamington Flyers.

The Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League Western Conference semifinal series between the London Nationals and Flyers started on a disappointing note for Leamington, who dropped Game 1 in a 3-2 double overtime decision. The outcome marked the second time in the past two meetings between the teams where the Nats won in overtime, dating back to a Jan. 21 contest in London. The loss also ended Leamington’s winning streak at Heinz Arena, which stood at 24 games. Previously, the Flyers’ most recent defeat at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex took place Thursday, Sept. 18 in a 3-2 regulation loss against the LaSalle Vipers.

The Flyers dominated most of the Thursday, March 12 series opener against the Nationals, but had trouble solving London netminder Justin Tugwell. Over 83 minutes and 27 seconds of play, the home team peppered the Nationals’ net with 72 shots while the visitors were successful on three of 34 shots directed at Michael Barrett’s goal. Leamington’s coaching

The Flyers’ Eric Henderson fires a sharp-angle shot at London goalie Justin Tugwell while under pressure from Anthony Kotsovos. The Nationals gave up a 2-0 lead.

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staff however took little comfort at the numbers on the shot clock.

“It really doesn’t matter,” head coach Tony Piroski said of his team’s six-dozen shots. “We didn’t score, we couldn’t bury our chances. We played alright, but this is Junior B hockey — nobody’s going to give you a win just because you made a good effort.

They’ve (the Nationals) got a lot of confidence now.

Saturday is a must-win for us.”

Tugwell kept Leamington off the scoreboard for nearly 48 minutes, making it seem as though over-

time would be out of reach for the home team. Rai Di Loreto opened the scoring for London about seven-and-a-half minutes into the opening frame, tapping the puck past Barrett from in close while standing to the left of the Flyers’ net.

Leamington outshot the Nats 3514 through the first 40 minutes and despite several narrowlymissed opportunities, couldn’t respond to the Di Loreto tally. At the 4:19 mark of the second stanza, Ethan Cocurullo beat Barrett with a low shot during one of the few odd-man rushes London mounted against their opposition’s defense.

Surprisingly, the full-length period Flyers defenseman Blaine Bechard carries the puck deep into the London zone with Mitchell Kreis giving chase with London’s best performance during the second period of the Western Conference semifinal opener at Heinz Arena Thursday, March 12.

(Sun photo) on the shot counter was the Flyers’ The Nationals took a 1-0 series lead with a 3-2 double-overtime victory. most productive on the scoreseries of fights in Game 3 against Lambton Shores board. Leamington registered a slim 11-9 shot ad- in the quarterfinals. vantage for the third, but outscored the Nationals On Saturday in London, the Nationals came out on 2-0 to force overtime. top by a 3-0 score to take a 2-0 series lead. The FlyCale Allen made the most of his 5’ 11” stature to cut ers suffered their first shutout loss since Friday, Sept.

London’s lead in half, reaching ahead to deflect a 9, 2011 — a 3-0 defeat in St. Marys early in the Zack Guilbeault shot past Tugwell at the 7:56 mark. 2011-12 season. Trevor Dulong scored the game With just over three minutes left in regulation, Tug- winner in the first period and added an empty netter well inadvertently fired the puck over the glass to in the third. Kyle Robinson added a London goal take a delay of game penalty. The Flyers cashed in with one second remaining in the middle frame. on their fifth and final power play, as Tyler Duarte Leamington outshot the Nats 45-29 and went zero slid an ice level shot just inside the left and far post for six on the power play while London was held to from a sharp angle. The unassisted marker was zero for eight.

Duarte’s fourth of the playoffs.

Coming back to Heinz Arena on Sunday, the Flyers Despite building an overwhelming 24-7 shots advan- won Game 3 in a 2-1 regulation outcome. Amante tage in the first overtime session, Leamington was un- opened the scoring with three-and-a-half minutes left able to beat Tugwell for a third time. The London in the opening period during a power play. Assists goalie gave up a handful of rebounds, but Flyers for- went to Chris Scott and Duarte. London tied the wards could not gain control of the puck before Na- game 85 seconds later on a Justin Murray tally, also tionals’ blueliners cleared the slot. during a man-advantage opportunity.

It was just shy of the three-and-a-half minute mark of Kyle Quick scored the game winner exactly seven the fifth period when Tanner Ferreira one-timed a re- minutes into the second period, assisted by Duarte bound into the lower right corner of the Leamington and Eric Henderson. Amante had the chance to put net to give his team the 1-0 series advantage. the game away after being awarded a penalty shot The Flyers went one for five on the power play while with 2:32 remaining in the third period, but was denied by Tugwell. the Nationals were zero for three.

“We’ve got to be ready to play,” Piroski said. The Flyers had a modest shots on net advantage of 30-24 while going one for seven on the power play.

“We’ve got to start scoring more goals.”

The Nationals were one for six. Barrett earned the Leamington played the game without defensemen win in net.

Jacob McGhee and Zak Parlette as well as forward and team captain Mitch Game 4 will bring the teams back to London Amante, each completing their Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. Game 5 will two-game suspensions from a be played at Heinz Arena Thursday, March 19 with a 7:10 p.m. start. Games 6 and 7 are scheduled for Friday, March 20 at 7:30 p.m. in London and Sunday, March 22 in Leamington at 7:10 p.m.

Rest of the West

Kyle Perkowski of the Flyers and Colin Wilson of the Nationals battle for control of a loose puck in Colin’s skates during the second period of the Western Conference semifinal series opener. The Flyers lost after more than 83 minutes of play, their second consecutive overtime loss to the Nationals.

(Sun photo)

In the other GOJHL Western Conference semifinal series, the LaSalle Vipers struck first in Sarnia against the Legionnaires Thursday night with a 5-4 regulation victory. Sarnia replied Saturday with a 5-3 victory to even the series at one apiece before Cale Allen of the Flyers and Justin Murray of the Nationals race for the puck during winning again 2-1 the next day the Western Conference semifinal opener. Allen scored the first of two Leamington to gain a 2-1 series lead. goals to force overtime.

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Competitive Division Winners – The Way She Goes. From left to right are Amanda Fernandes, John VanVelzen, Gerry Seguin, John Parr, Ryan Le, Lise Parent. Recreational winners – see page 18.

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Semi-Competitive Division Winners – That’s What She Set. Back row, left to right: Bronwen Wood, Bryan McAdam, Youssef Haidar, Dale Coulter, Kyle McLean. Front: Melissa Hohner, Meghan Girardin. Recreational winners - see pg. 18.

Charity Volleyball Tournament raises $4,600

This was the 4th tournament organized by Ryan Whittle, Despite the frigid temperatures outside, there was a lot of heated volleyball action inside at the 2015 Charity Vol- Karen Repko and Leasa Barkovsky with the focus of giving leyball Tournament held Saturday, Feb. 28 in Leamington. to the community the priority once again. The team worked It was an amazing day filled with smashes, digs and team closely with Jenna Foley and Michelle Findlay from ACeffort as 28 teams from the Essex County and Windsor area CESS in Kingsville to promote the range of social services participated at this year’s tournament, benefitting ACCESS programming provided since 1994 across the entire region, from Leamington to Lakeshore to Amherstburg. These inand the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank.

The teams played at four local venues, Cardinal Carter clude youth programs, leadership development and afterSecondary School, Queen of Peace and St. Louis schools, school programs, housing and homelessness support, food and the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. With security initiatives, a bicycle refurbishing social enterprise, the range of talent this year there were three divisions, and an Ontario Early Years Centre.

The day would not have been a success without all the Competitive, Semi-Competitive and Recreational, playing participants and the tremendous generosity of sponsors and for the day.

The Recreational Division finals came down to two local donors within the Leamington and Windsor area.

After the kneepads came off and the Ben Gay was apteams, Westmoreland and Suck ’N Blows, with Ryan Whittle’s Westmoreland coming out on top with two straight plied, $4,600 was collected along with 218 items of food and goods for ACCESS and the Food Bank. wins.

The Semi-Competitive Division had returning champions Team Gleaners facing That’s What She Set, and with each team winning a game in the final round it came down to a nail-biting third game. Unfortunately Team Gleaners lost a player to an injury and was closely edged out with That’s What She Set taking the top spot.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

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2015 Charity Volleyball Tournalment Recreational Winners – Westmoreland. From left to right: Ryan Whittle, Jillian Strong, Ryan Burger, Kelly Armaly, Nick Warkentin, Shelley Martin. Absent from photo: Tricia Stevenson. Story on page 17.

Stars weekend update The Community Muffler Peewee girls played two exhibition games last weekend. The first game saw the Southpoint Stars matched up against the South County girls. The Stars passed the puck well and back checked aggressively. This helped them achieve a 2-1 win.

Both goals were scored by Alexa Taylor. Assists came from Alyssa Lamb and Halle DeBono.

In the second game the Stars lost to Tecumseh. The team played well at times, but the passing was off. Tecumseh had too many odd man breaks which led to a few goals. Stephanie Wiebe stepped into net for the first time since November and made a number of good saves, particularly at the end of the game.

Sunday afternoon the Naples Pizza Southpoint Bantams and the Leamington Kinsmen Southpoint Intermediates mixed up their teams for some fun Lady Stars action. This was a fast-paced, tough battle that ended in a 3-3 tie. Kayla Collison led Team White with a pair of goals. Kelsey “The Glock” Babkirk wired a shot from the blue line just under the crossbar to round out the scoring for Team White. Kim Goyeau led the way for Team Red scoring 2 goals, with Morgan Amicone scoring the other.

The WFCU Southpoint Intermediate Stars welcomed the Windsor Wildcats to the Unico Rink on Sunday afternoon. The Lady Stars played a great game with just 8 skaters due to March Break. Windsor scored the first two goals of this game; however, the Stars got on the board with Claire Phibbs scoring an unassisted goal. This game ended with a score of 2-1.

Ally Church played a strong game in net for the Lady Stars.

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Leamington’s 15th annual Home & Garden ~ Food & Drink LIFESTYLES Showcase - March 27 thru 29. Home renovation specialists, Interior design, faux & chalk paint techniques, vintage chic, and landscape ideas! Do it yourself or hire the professionals! Presentations & demos on the stage throughout the showcase! Sample gourmet foods paired with local wines, plus Leamington’s Deputy Mayor Hilda MacDonald will lead the food and drink vendors in “Cooking Chats!” If you’re building a new home, renovating, or doing some back yard Patio renovations & landscaping – come see the professionals all under one roof!

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Having an early April birthday is kind of a bummer.

BRYAN Basically, it means license plate sticker fees, JESSOP health card and driver’s license renewals and income tax filing all at basically the same time. When I was a kid, it meant the end of the hockey season.

Jessop’s Now, it also means coming face to face with the adverse effects of middle age while various levels Journal of government scream “Happy Birthday, give us more money!” at the same time.

Really, a card would have been more than enough, thanks.

There’s a “historic” moment that is soon approaching in the NHL. Some say an expansion team in Las Vegas is anything but set in stone, but once Uncle Gary gets an idiotic idea in his head, the tunnel vision protects that idea from rational thought processes at all costs.

Thirty-six days after the Vegas season ticket drive OFFICIALLY began (sales reps began scurrying about casino floors begging patrons to sign up for season passes a couple weeks before the launch date), they’ve reached about 8,000 of the 10,000 targeted sales. It’ll have been 36 days of course if you’re reading this column on it’s release date of March 18 — on that note, Happy Birthday, Mom! To put things in perspective, the 13,000 season tickets that True North Entertainment had to sell before moving the Atlanta Thrashers to Winnipeg were sold out in seven minutes.

Seven MINUTES. It took longer to fill the gas tank on a pickup truck I used to have. It takes longer than seven minutes to put a coat, hat and boots on my three year old. Here’s another way to put that into perspective. If your car was in the Superstore parking lot at the east end of urban Leamington and you fired it up, put it in gear and immediately reached and then maintained a steady speed of 90 km/hr (good luck with that), you couldn’t quite make it to the traffic lights in Wheatley in seven minutes. If you were given 36 days at that same speed, you could drive the circumference of the Earth’s equator nearly twice.

To drive the point home even further, Jets fans had to commit to a minimum of three years and pay some of the highest prices in the league. Vegas “fans” can opt for a single season at a much lesser cost. The entire province of Manitoba has a population of just over 1 million.

Vegas and its immediate surrounding area is well over 2 million.

Still, the NHL hopes to see Sin City team’s launch for the beginning of the 2016-17 season. I’m guessing the first season or two will be successful... and then the novelty will wear off and it’s back to the slot machines, blackjack tables and Wayne Newton shows.

Oh, there’ll be those who blame low attendance on the typically dismal performance that expansion teams are known for. I’m not so sure the team’s on-ice product will be all that bad. All teams are allowed to “protect” a certain number of players during an expansion draft, but this will be the perfect opportunity for many franchises to put some distance between actual payroll and the salary cap maximum. This will, after all, mark the first expansion draft since the cap was implemented following the 2004-05 lockout. So the Vegas team could face off for the first time with a few aces up its sleeve, if you’ll forgive the reference.

But this isn’t the only “bull” that certain hockey fans will have to brace themselves for.

It was recently announced that the Ontario Hockey League’s Belleville Bulls will pull up stakes and head to Hamilton. It’ll leave Belleville without an OHL team for the first time since the team was founded in 1981. Why? Because FirstOntario Centre (formerly Copps Coliseum) needs a new tenant. Why? Because the Montreal Canadiens are moving its AHL affiliate — the Hamilton Bulldogs — to St. John’s. Why? Good question.

You see, the Habs want their AHL club closer to home, so they’re moving the ’Dogs to The Rock.

“But St. John’s is 1,000 km FURTHER from Montreal than Hamilton,” you say.

True, but St. John’s is just a temporary home while a new arena for the team is being built in Laval.

So why not just keep the team in Hamilton until Laval’s arena is ready for business, you ask?

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A member of the Dodgeball Devils avoids a throw during the Last Player Standing event in the 10-to-13-year-old division of the third annual VOYC Dodgeball Challenge Saturday, March 7 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. Just over 1,000 canned goods and other nonperisihable items were donated.

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By Bryan Jessop

The third annual Voices of Youth in Community (VOYC) Dodgeball Challenge has delivered a hit to hunger.

Thanks largely to a $5,000 grant from Libro Credit Union, this year’s Challenge was able to waive the entry fee for participating teams and instead set its sites on supporting local food banks including Leamington’s Salvation Army Setterington Street location. Other organizations benefiting from the event included Kingsville’s food bank, the ACCESS Emergency Housing Support Program and the Windsor Youth Centre.

Although the WYC is not associated with ACCESS, VOYC coordinator Wanda Rodrigues explained that the program’s need for a food sup“The community’s ply was brought to her group’s attention during a showing of support is recent meeting with Leadership Windsor Essex. outstanding. We never Instead of asking for a monetary registration fee, each team was instead asked to bring nonstruggle to get prizes, from perishable food items or personal care items small business owners such as toilet paper, toothpaste, shampoo and to corporations. It’s very other similar donations. rewarding for volunteers, The flow of such items collected by VOYC volunteers on the day of the event — Saturday, players and everybody else March 7 — was steady from the beginning, who’s involved.” when the youth division began pre-competition — Wanda Rodriguges registration at the hosting Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

“We should have up to 1,000 cans for the day, which is amazing,” Rodrigues said during the latter stages of the youth division segment of the tournament.

The estimate was almost right on the mark, as the six teams in the new 10- to 13-year-old division and 14 teams in the adult (14 and over) division made a combined contribution of 1,004 food items and hygiene products.

“This is our third year, so we know what we’re doing now,” Rodrigues added. “It runs pretty smoothly. The community’s showing of support is outstanding. We never struggle to get prizes, from small business owners to corporations.

It’s very rewarding for volunteers, players and everybody else who’s involved.”

A raffle ticket table featured a wide assortment of prizes for participating players in both divisions.

Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens donated a bumper car/ mini golf coupon to each of Vince is a lifetime the 170 entries of both age groups. Additional support Leamington resident. for the prize table and other facets of the tournament He would be pleased came from Unforgettable Boutique, Point Pelee Nato answer any tional Park, Jose’s Bar and questions regarding Grill, Cindy’s Home and Garden, Cindy’s Two, Mothe Chrysler line up vati Athletic, Will Insurance of vehicles.

Brokers, Blackburn Radio, On The Green, The Green Goose, Hub International, Wendy’s, Lakeside Bakery, Real Canadian Superstore, Valvoline Express Care, Leamington Fitness, Sub( 1 - 8462 7 7Sandwich - 2 2 5 St. - 9S.1 1 1 ) way, Great Canadian Oil Change, CAA and Patrizia of Villa Ricci.

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Spencer Neufeld of Warken Hard Eneuf leaps in an effort to avoid being hit by a 5 Guys Dodges and Dives throw during the round robin portion of the third annual VOYC Dodgeball Challenge in the 14-and-over division. Neufeld’s team placed second in its division.

the winning team, best dressed/best team spirit and last player standing in each division.

In the 10-to-13 group, Gym Class Heroes took top honours after round robin and playoff rounds. Elite Eleven took second place while T-Wrecks finished third. The Kingsville Chiropractic Dodgers won the best team spirit award while Troy Tiessen of the Titanium Bawlers won last player standing. Elite Eleven also made the most donations of any team in the youth division, chipping in with 199 of the age group’s 377 items.

In the adult division, The DWNOs emerged as winning team while 5 Guys Dodges and Dives claimed second place. The Jock Straps earned best team spirit while James Friesen of Second Will Do captured last player standing honours. The Jock Straps and Logarithmic Launchers joined forces for the most donations at 331 of the 627 RENOVATIONS - HOME IMPROVEMENTS items collected by the adult “I can do for you what your husband can't” group.

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Golden Years mini golf

Bowl for Kids Sake On hand for Bowl for Kids Sake, in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters, were Vicki Hedge (left), foundation development assistant, John Sutton, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor-Essex, and Keeley Dunlop, event chair. The fundraiser was recently held at Empire Lanes.

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos (far right) headed up the Town of Kingsville’s ‘Team Awesome’.

Leamington Mayor John Paterson, front centre, with his team ‘Christmas Presents’. Leamington earned bragging rights over Kingsville for another year.

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Forty-two Golden Years mini golfers attacked the greens on Mar. 12 at Colasanti’s, resulting in 87 aces and some splendid scores.

Bill Ward continued his strong performances of the previous week and notched 7 aces to lead the attack. Dropping 5 were Tom Hyatt, Julia Kos and Winnie Moore. Contributing 4 each were Frank Lasi and Bob McWilliam. Three apiece were recorded by Cheryl Allan, Cathy Dewhurst, Murray Hartford, Laurie Hylton, Floyd Johnson, Gail Johnston, Colleen Pearse, Art Sweet and Barry Sweet. Chipping in with 2 each were Jim Allan, Mary Binder, Mike Binder, Cam Keith, Marie Lasi, Bill Mayville, John Murphy and Bill Taylor. Rounding out the day with 1 each were Kathy Bradley, Murray Cascadden, Dorothy Cascadden, Eunice Cascadden, Pete Daudlin, Norbert Gisi, Wanda Hayes, Perpetua Hildrop, Gary Honey, Lloyd Honey, Barb Murphy, Morley Scratch, Ernie Vandenberg and Bryon Walker.

An excellent score of 16 for 9 holes was shared by Tom Hyatt, Bill Ward (2), Winnie Moore, Laurie Hylton and Cathy Dewhurst. A score of 17 was recorded by Bill Ward, Pete Daudlin, Gary Honey, Cam Keith, Kathy Bradley, Cathy Dewhurst, Floyd Johnson and Marie Lasi. Managing 18 were Tom Hyatt (2), Eunice Cascadden, Bob McWilliam (2), Colleen Pearse, Winnie Moore, Art Sweet (2), Bill Mayville and Marie Lasi.

Building on his reputation and scoring 33 for 18 holes was Bill Ward. Tom Hyatt had 34, Bill Ward and Winnie Moore 35, Bob McWilliam, Laurie Hylton and Marie Lasi had 36, and Tom Hyatt, Colleen Pearse, Pete Daudlin, Cathy Bradley and Cathy Dewhurst 37.

Bill Ward continued his torrid pace by carding a 68 for 36 holes, followed by Tom Hyatt with 71, Marie Lasi with 74, Bob McWilliam with 75, Winnie Moore, Art Sweet and Floyd Johnson with 76, Laurie Hylton and Cathy Dewhurst with 77, and Gary Honey and Bill Mayville with 78.

Ties were the order of the day. First place went to Team Aces with 236 (Mike Binder, Bill Taylor, Tom Hyatt). Second place with 238 was shared by Team 5 (Barry Sweet, Jim Allan, Winnie Moore) and Team Kings (Floyd Johnson, Mary Binder, Marie Lasi). Another tie – 3rd place with 241 – went to Team 4 (John Murphy, Murray Hayes, Bill Ward) and Team 7 (Gary Honey, Cam Keith, Kathy Bradley).

The Golden Years league will not be playing during March Break. Golf resumes Thurs. Mar. 26 at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.

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New Sharks owners start plans for 2015-16 The new owners of the Wheatley Sharks are wasting no time in getting ready for the next season.

The group of 13 owners paid now-former owner Bruno Carnevale for his entire share of the team last week and are now only awaiting paperwork. In the few days since then, they have picked half the coaching staff, established season ticket prices, arranged a date for the annual golf tournament, scheduled the spring camp and filled most executive positions. Group spokesperson Jamie Diniro has stepped forward to become the Sharks’ newest president while former team assistant coach Brad Hyatt is the new director of hockey operations and Pete Anthony has taken on general manager duties.

Anthony is replacing Kevin Fisher, who stepped away from the GM position to pursue other interests after the 2014-15 season came to an end. Anthony is no stranger to the title, as he was assistant coach and GM of the Sharks from 2002 to 2008 and GM of the Junior B Leamington Flyers in 2008-09 and 201011. Anthony also serves as Michigan and Southwestern Ontario scout for the OHL’s Ottawa 67’s.

Other positions filled include Thomas Grubb as assistant GM, Tom Hyatt as treasurer and Wes Brouwer as secretary. The group has not yet chosen a media relations rep and has yet to decide if it will select a vice president.

Anthony, Grubb and Brad Hyatt have been assigned to interviewing and selecting coaches for 2015-16 and thus far have decided to keep Ken Galerno on board as head coach and Josh Carnevale — a former player with the Sharks — as assistant coach.

“We quite excited to have Kenny coming back,” Diniro said. “He’s excited about coming back and he’s got a lot in the tank to offer.

It looks like we could have a young but competitive team.”

The spring camp will take place at Unico Arena Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7 at a cost of $80 per player four 4.5 hours of ice time. The schedule is available on the Sharks website www.wheatleysharks.com under the “2015 Spring

Camp” button near the top right corner of the home page screen.

Diniro explained that the group is not yet certain if a sum of four coaches will be assigned to the bench, if one will instead make observations from the spectators’ area or if another configuration will be utilized.

Anthony, the Hyatts, Brouwer, Josh Carnevale and Grubb are also among the members of the new ownership group, which could grow from the current 13 up to as many as 18 by the deadline of April 1 the organization has selected for additional owners to join.

The Sharks’ annual golf tournament will carry on without interruption. This year’s fundraiser will begin at 12 p.m. Saturday, June 13 at Talbot Trail Golf Club and conclude with a steak dinner. The entry price is not expected to change significantly — if at all — from the $125 per person in previous years.

Season tickets will sell at $100 per adult, $80 per student and $40 per senior or child 12 and under. These prices represent a discount of $40 per adult and $20 per student with valid student card compared to game-bygame admission to each of the 20 home-ice regular sea-

From left to right, then majority Wheatley Sharks owner Bruno Carnevale, general manager Kevin Fisher, assistant coach Dave Wiper, head coach Ken Galerno and assistant coach Josh Carnevale congratulate players and coaches with the Amherstburg Admirals on their quarterfinal series win at Wheatley Area Arena. Galerno and Josh Carnevale will be returning to fulfill their duties for 2015-16.

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MCB Boys Bring Home Bronze

As part of a ParticipAction Teen Challenge Event, the grade 12 leadership class at LDSS hosted a successful badminton tournament with students from several schools attending.

LDSS hosts ParticipACTION teen challenge event On Saturday, February 28, Leamington District Secondary School’s grade 12 leadership class hosted a “Smashing Lions” badminton tournament as part of a ParticipACTION Teen Challenge Event.

The grade 12s alongside their teacher Bobbie Hansen worked very hard to make the event a success.

The goal of the event was “Fun Through Activity”. Participants were from Tecumseh Vista, Riverside and Amherstburg Junior Clubs, and St-Michel and LDSS’s own junior team.

Team leaders took students through a lively warm-up to start the day. Students were then divided into teams of four with their grade 12 team leaders. Teams played doubles matches throughout the day to accumulate points.

Ryan Phan and Matt Warkentin provided an inspiring demo game at noon to encourage the young players.

Team medals were awarded at the end of the day. Gold medals went to the Tecumseh Vista team and LDSS team leader Jake Lewsaw. Silver medals went to LDSS’s Jacob Driedger, Jeremy Hansen, Cole Knopp and team leader Felishia Ferguson.

The grade 12 business class hopes to repeat the event next year.

County Bridge Results Leamington Half Century Centre, Mon. Mar. 9: North/South - 1st Nina Towle and Helen Preyde, 2nd Joyce Gammie and Sandy Gammie, 3rd Ron Martin and Roy Trowell. East/West - 1st Roger Cote and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Derek Parry and Al Morrison, 3rd Bob Branton and Frank Duransky. Bridge games are played each Monday at 12:45 p.m. Members and new members welcome.

Kingsville Bridge Club, Wed. Mar. 11: North/South - 1st Ron Martin and Derek Parry, 2nd Roger Cote and Henry Hildebrandt, 3rd Marg Koeman and Vi Major.

East/West - 1st Roger Cote and Henry Hildebrandt, 2nd Al Morrison and Pauline Mikolash, 3rd Vi Major and Bill Chaplin. Bridge is every Wednesday at the Lions Hall in Kingsville, 7 p.m. For further info call 519-738-4939.

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The Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Sharks girls basketball team won bronze medal honours at the Pronger Tournament which represents small schools in Essex County. The girls team defeated Colchester North to wind up a successful season. Team members, back row, left to right: Ava Vrucina, Lauren Keller, Macy Hodgson, Natasha Schartner. Middle: Megan Braun, Fiona Tiessen, Tania Islas. Front: Julianne Tiessen, Daniella Thiessen.

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Tykes hockey action Saturday morning the Southpoint Dodge Caravan Tyke White and Red teams faced each other on the Heinz rink. Goalies were Zack Liebrock for White and Cole Gossman for Red. These goalies did a great job with the end-to-end shots they faced. The defence for both White and Red was solid, doing their best to protect their ends.

The Red team took the lead in the first part of the game but team White battled back strong and tied it up 3-3. Both teams played an outstanding, enjoyable game!

Sunday night Tyke Red faced the Essex Ravens in Essex. The kids were excited and it showed – what a great game they played! Tyke Red had a very offensive game and scored some beautiful goals. Jordan Bonneau, Mason Dault, Nicholas Brophy, Carson Koehler and Logan Lefaive played great and ensured the Southpoint team came out with two big points on the road!

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The Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Public School’s boys basketball team held on to defeat a talented Queen Elizabeth P.S. and bring home a bronze medal from the Pronger Tournament. The tournament represents small schools in Essex County.

The boys team enjoyed a successful season this year. Team members, front row, left to right: Henry Banman-Wiebe, Matteo Quatrini, Matthew Klassen, Anthony Fehr, Nicholas Klassen, Mrs. Wiper (coach). Back row: Matthew Friesen, Eddy Neufeld, Tanner Grainger, Jeremiah Wiebe, Kaleb Tiessen.

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Rhine Danube bowling scores The following are the Rhine Danube bowling league scores for March 2.

Games Over 200: Armand Decaluwe 220, Wayne Abbott 203, Jack Valade 230, Ozzie Wolf 216-205, Gary Garnham 204, Kevin Kosempel 231, Heinz Kosempel 220, Chris Kosempel 234, Alex Smith 213-203, Jason Dalimonte 202, Dan Dalimonte 208-203.

Series Over 550: Armand Decaluwe 586, Jack Valade 607, Ernie Purr 550, Ozzie Wolf 617, Heinz Kosempel 581, Chris Kosempel 617, Alex Smith 575, Dan Dalimonte 570, Eric Zimmer 551.

High Handicap Games: Lloyd Owens 285, Armand Decaluwe 274, Kevin Kosempel 272, Wayne Abbott 272.

High Handicap Series: Ozzie Wolf 749, Armand Decaluwe 748, Tony Ingratta 744.

Standings: Rhine Danube 56, Weil’s 51, Fittler Farms 41, Unico 36, Dickau’s 30, Taki’s 17.

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Customer is responsible for any amount in excess of the monthly maximum. Customer is required to make all regularly scheduled lease payments. Offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice. See your participating Lexus dealer for details.^$500 Delivery Credit is available on the cash purchase/lease/finance of new 2015 Lexus IS 250 models, and will be deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price after taxes. Limited time offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice. *Lease offers provided through Lexus Financial Services, on approved credit. *Representative lease example based on a 2015 IS 250 sfx ‘A’ on a 40 month term at an annual rate of 1.9% and Complete Lexus Price of $40,129. Monthly payment is $399 with $5,500 down payment or equivalent trade in, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $21,455. 60,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.20/km for excess kilometres. Complete Lexus Price includes freight/PDI ($1,995), dealer fees, EHF Tires ($29), EHF Filters ($1), A/C Tax ($100), and OMVIC Fee ($5). Taxes, license, registration (if applicable) and insurance are extra. Lexus dealers are free to set their own prices. Limited time offers only apply to retail customers at participating Lexus dealers. Dealer order/trade may be required. Offers are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Offers expire at month’s end unless extended or revised. See your Lexus dealer for complete details.

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Involved in agriculture? Workshop encourages sharing farming story The Farm & Food Care Foundation recently published the newest edition of The Real Dirt on Farming, and with it comes The Real Dirt on Farming Speakers’ Bureau training sessions.

A free course will be held at the Essex Civic Centre, 320 Fairview Ave. W., in Essex and space is still available. Lunch and all workshop materials will be provided.

For farmers and agribusiness people alike, the Speakers Bureau series of workshops is designed to encourage those involved in agriculture to tell their stories – what they do and why they do it – to non-farming audiences like school groups, service clubs, municipal councils and more. It’s a program set up to better equip those interested in engaging more urban audiences and help them clear up misconceptions about Canadian agriculture.

The program sessions run from approximately 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the scheduled day, and includes (but is not limited to); a review of Microsoft Power Point slides based on The Real Dirt on Farming; how to customize slides to include your story; speaking and presentation tips and techniques; how to answer the tough questions; and how to find speaking opportunities in your area. Participants will also be provided with copies of the latest Real Dirt on Farming booklet and other related resources.

The Essex County Federation of Agriculture is sponsoring the event. Space is limited, so register by Tues. Mar. 24 by email at ecfa@primus.ca or call the office at 519-7765159 if you wish to attend.

Help non-farmers get The Real Dirt on Farming. Speak up and tell your farming story.

It’s important!

Agricultural Safety Week is Mar. 15-21 opportunity to reflect on the importance of farm safety and provide producers with the resources needed to make their farms safer.

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Currently in its 10th year, March 15-21 is Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, a weeklong public education campaign that serves as an

Annual costs of farm injuries in Ontario are estimated at $116 million, including health care costs and lost productivity.

The province’s agri-food sector supports farmers, communities and the economy, employing more than 760,000 people and contributing over $34 billion to Ontario’s economy.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

1948 Packard hailed as “Fashion Car of the Year” For several years, Bob and Donna Dunsmore of Harrow enjoyed driving a restored 1948 Packard sedan. At first, they had a 1948 Packard station wagon with real wood along the sides.

Bob had found it in Maryland and towed it home. It needed a lot of work, and rather than make mistakes restoring it, Bob decided to purchase a 1948 Packard sedan and practise on that one.

Time rolled by and Bob finally completed the restoration of the sedan. Did he now really want to tackle the station wagon? Common sense prevailed and the station wagon was sold to a Packard enthusiast in Montreal. This left the ’48 Packard sedan for Bob and Donna to enjoy.

And it really was a beautiful car. A big demand for new cars had built up because of World War Two, and the Big Three were happy selling warmed-over versions of their 1942 models. But the independent car companies felt the pressure of competition, and decided

Bob and Donna Dunsmore’s 1948 Packard sedan, which has now gone to a new owner.

to bring out their postwar cars as early as possible, hoping to get a jump on the big companies. Studebaker was quick off the mark, as was Packard with its smooth flowing lines and unmistakable “ox yoke” Packard grille, a styling trademark since 1904. The first postwar Packard rolled off the assembly line in August 1947.

Reaction was positive.

The 1948 Packard convertible was selected by the New York Fashion Academy as its “Fashion Car of the Year,” and the car earned similar honours from

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automobile shows around the world. In a clever piece of public relations, the first Packards on display were convertibles. Talk about putting your best foot forward! And under the hood were three variations of the flathead straight eight engine ranging from 288 cubic inches up through 327 to a whopping 356 cubic inches which delivered a very impressive (for that time) 165 horsepower. Three series were available beginning with the bargain-conscious Eight, followed by the Deluxe Eight, the Super Eight, and the Custom Eight at the top. The upper range included a 7-passenger limousine.

The Packard Motor Car Company began in November 1899 when James Ward Packard built his first few cars. All bodies were built by the Morgan & Williams Company of Warren, Ohio, a well-known manufacturer of horse-drawn wagons and buggies. From that modest beginning, the Packard name over the years became synonymous with wealth and luxury. Competition from the Big Three in the early 1950s forced Packard to merge with Studebaker. The last car to bear the once-proud Packard name was built in 1958.

I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in my column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “Old Car Detective Favourite Stories, 1925 to 1965.”

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

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

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

CAMELOT SHIRES APARTMENTS Beautiful, secure building in a good location.

1 & 2 bedrooms available.

Utilities and parking included.

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519-322-9526 We speak Spanish and English.

RARE OPPORTUNITY! Leamington Heights 400 Oak St. E., Leamington GREAT 2 bdrms, UTIL INCL! COME SEE! Social room w/events, pkg, secure entry, on-site mgmt.

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ERIE APARTMENTS 137 Erie St. South

2 bedroom units available.

2nd & 3rd floor.

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Call Bob at 226-936-1676

PLUMBROOK MANOR APARTMENTS

Secured Building Fridge & Stove Utilities included For viewing please call

519-322-1924 tf LARGE 4 BEDROOM apartment in downtown Leamington. Available April 1st. $850/month plus utilities. mr18-25 Call 519-326-1234. ______________________

BUYING BUYING SCRAP GOLD +

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And 1 BEDROOM HOUSE on Thursday, March 26, 9:00 highway 3 near Kopegaron a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Unico Woods. For more informaBuilding, 37 Beech St., tion call 519-825-4755. oc8-tf Kingsville.

All coins, ______________________ Canada, USA, World. Loose 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT unsorted coins, Canada and for rent in Wheatley. Fridge, US Mint sets, all Collector stove and laundry room. For coins, War medals, pocket more information call 519- watches, gold rings, chains de3-tf (even broken gold jew324-2096. ______________________ ellery), gold teeth, sterling.

Also buying all costume jew1 BEDROOM CONDO for ellery. Top prices. We simply rent - 44 Robson Rd pay the most. House calls Leamington. $750 plus available. 44 years experiutil/month. No pets. Call ence. Dan Jones B.A.B.Ed de17-tf Kathy 519-326-5786. mr11-18 ______________________ 519-819-1805. ______________________

8' FLUORESCENT STRIP LITES w/2 T8 bulbs - $20.

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SHOP LOCALLY! SERVICES V E T E R I N A R Y TECHNICIAN, 26 years experience, will come to your home for nail trims, ear cleaning, anal glands, spot shaving (no grooms), etc.

Call Lynn at 519-776-4277 mr18-25 or 519-982-7724. ______________________ J J STITCHING - SEWING, alterations and repairs.

Pants shortened $8.50 plus tax. (Some exceptions may apply such as lined pants.) If your clothing is too tight or too baggy, give me a call to see if it can be altered. Call Jean at 519-968-2261. 14 Johnson Avenue, ja14-mr25 Leamington. ______________________ PRINTING: BUSINESS ENVELOPES, invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Mallory at The Wheatley Journal for quick and economical servtf ice, 519-398-9098. ______________________ CALL KAHL RECYCLING We come to you and haul away your junk. Scrap metal and appliances are free.

Everything else has a fee.

Call Ken 519-322-8305, ja14-tf 519-326-8559. ______________________

PLUMBING SERVICE

• Repairs • Installations • Drain Cleaning • Excellent Rates • 37 Years Experience Ed Higginbottom

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Matt’s Home Renovations Kitchens, Bathrooms, Additions, Decks, Fences, Electrical Plumbing

226-346-3704 m8tter@gmail.com Owner: Matt Laliberte

Ed Dunn Auctions & Appraisers Inc. Registered Dealer

Bi-Annual CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Construction and Farm Equipment MARCH 28, 2015 @ 9:30 a.m.

Tilbury yard on Richardson Sideroad

Partial Lots: 1990 Champion Grader 740 Series III; 12,558hrs. * Case 580 Super K tractor loader * Ford Ranger * John Deere 855 * F450 4x4 Diesel * Hot Water pressure washers * 1988 Pumper Truck * 2001 GMC 8500 Dump Truck * Dodge Chargers 2006-2009 * 2004 Ford Freestar * 2005 Dodge Caravan * 2005 Ford Taurus SE * Case 621B 3yd. Front-end Loader * Powerboss TSS82 Sweeper * Tennant 265 Sweeper * 1989 Federal Motor Fire truck * 1987 Ford L8000 tandem dump

Consign your equipment NOW!!!!!!!!!!!

IF YOU WISH TO BID ONLINE WE WILL BE WORKING WITH BIDSPOTTER FOR A LIVE ONLINE AUCTION PLEASE GO TO WWW.BIDSPOTTER.COM TO REGISTER Terms: Buyer’s premium of 13% applies, CASH, VISA, MASTERCARD, DEBIT, All merchandise paid in full before anything leaves. (Everything sold “AS IS” “WHERE IS” and “WITH ALL FAULTS” “NO GUARANTEES)

Please call or visit for updated information

Phone: (519)728-2120 Fax: (519)728-3537 Web Site: www.epdauction.com Email: epdauction@xplornet.com

Old Fashioned Auctions COMING UP PRIME RIB DINNER at St. John the Evangelist, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington.

Thursday, March 19 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets $25. Tickets available from the Church office 519-326-3111 or by calling 519-326-4042. mr11-18 ______________________ 50TH & FINAL Annual IODE Antique & Art Show & Sale Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. And Sunday, March 22, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Centre, 249 Sherk Street, Leamington. Admission $5.

Leading Canadian dealers.

Handicap accessible. mr11-18 ______________________ KINGSVILLE LEGION BRANCH 188 Friday Night Dinners 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Weekly Specials $12 (Ribs or Perch). Other weekly menu items $10. Easter Brunch April 5th 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Karaoke every 3rd Saturday of the month 8:00 p.m. Senior Dances every 3rd Sunday of the month.

519-733-5162 (office) or oc29-tf 519-733-9081 (bar). ______________________

Farm • Residential • Commercial Industrial • Estate • Consignments Consultations are FREE and First Pick Up Is FREE

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NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KENNETH HERBERT BAILEY,

Deceased, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, Farmer All persons having claims against Kenneth Herbert Bailey, late of the Municipality of Leamington, in the County of Essex, Farmer who died on or about the 21st day of July, 2014 are notified to send to the undersigned on or before the 17th day of April, 2015 full particulars of their claims. After that date, the Estate Trustee will distribute the assets of the said deceased, having regard only to claims of which they shall then have notice.

DATED at Leamington, Ontario this 11th day of March, 2015.

RICCI, ENNS, ROLLIER & SETTERINGTON LLP Barristers, etc.

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

SOUTHPOINT SUN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

CHEF/COOK • Part time • Competitive wage • Wanted ASAP

Call 519-322-0491 or apply in person at: 161 Talbot Street East, Leamington

Erie Shores Golf and Country Club Hiring for the position of

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FLAMINGO'S RESTAURANT is hiring Servers. Apply within. 304 Robson Rd., Leamington. 519-326-0999 or 519-326-4231 ext. 23. mr18-25

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Armstrong Top Pack Ltd. is hiring 50 permanent, full time vegetable packers for its Leamington location to start as soon as possible.

The wage rate is $11.00 for 44.0 hours per week.

You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis and be able to sort and pack fruits and vegetables in a fast paced environment.

FULL-TIME SEASONAL GROUNDS CREW LABOURER

No education or experience is required.

Employment from April-November, $11.00/hr. @ 44 hrs./week

Apply in person from 9:00 to 5:00 at 500 County Road 18, Leamington, N8H3V5 or by email jobs@toppack.ca

Interested Applicants can drop off resume or email to: miketoth.si@gmail.com Phone: 519-326-1054

RETAIL SALES/ADMINISTRATION FULL TIME POSITION

Retail Sales and Customer Service Experience Preferred Please drop off resume Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm to:

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The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington

DEVELOPMENT PLANNER (Temporary Contract - Up to 1 Year)

Reporting to the Manager of Planning Services, the Development Planner is responsible for all development applications and short term planning.

The Development Planner will assist the Manager in the long range policy planning, the implementation of upper tier legislations and policies, and all other matters related to the comprehensive and orderly land use development of the municipality. For complete details regarding this position please visit our website at www.leamington.ca.

Application Deadline: 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, 2015.

WE DO ALL TYPES OF

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

FISHERMAN/WOMEN WANTED – Salary $2,769.87 a month with performance bonus. Operate fish vessel. Prepare, operate and maintain gill nets to catch or retrieve fish. Direct fishing operation. Maintain fishing gear and other equipment. Transport fish to processing plant or buyer. Apply by sending CV at sacofish@mnsi.com or drop it off at Saco Fisheries – 21116 Erie Street South, Wheatley, Ontario, N0P fe25-mr18 2P0. ______________________ PINNACLE ACRES REQUIRES Full time greenhouse general labourers. $11.00/hr, 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday and Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd. 18 Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable.

Please apply via: email pinnaclejobs@hotmail.com or fax: 519-326-9253. No experience or education required.

WANTED Experienced, Licensed:

REFRIGERATION TECHNICIANS SHEET METAL TECHNICIANS PLUMBERS Forward resume to: PLUMBING • HEATING • HVAC SERVICES • SERVICING YOU SINCE 1974

238 Talbot St. W. Leamington, ON N8H 1P1 Email: grossi@grossiplumbing.ca • Fax: 519-326-3632

EXPERIENCED ROOFERS • Competitive wages • References required • Start immediately Apply in person at:

1964 Road 3 East, Kingsville (west of the roundabout) No phone calls please.

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CERVINI FARMS GENERAL LABOUR POSITIONS AVAILABLE $11.00 50-55 hrs/wk Monday - Saturday Crop Maintenance and Harvesting of fresh vegetables.

Worksite: 307 Hwy 77, RR2, Leamington Apply: HR@lakesideproduce.com or In Person: 9 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 3 pm 132 Elliott Street West, Leamington

Orangeline Farms Limited is looking for the following Positions:

FULL TIME DZ TRUCK DRIVER/SHIPPER RECEIVER TEMPORARY DZ TRUCK DRIVER/SHIPPER RECEIVER Job Details: • Full-time • Monday to Saturday • 40 plus hours per week Qualifications: • Clean CVOR, driver’s abstract • DZ license with driving experience a must • Flexible working hours including weekends • Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness Responsibilities: The following are general guidelines designed to provide the DZ Truck Driver with the fundamental understanding of their responsibilities and how to fulfill them. Orientation and training will be provided.

• Local pick-ups and deliveries • Maintain driver log books according to regulation • Shipping/Receiving • Forklift license Job Requirements: The candidates will be committed to customer service excellence and leading by example. A positive attitude in the workplace is required as is the ability to adhere to all human resources, operational and food and health safety policies and procedures.

Please forward resume to: hr@orangelinefarms.com or drop off at: 627 County Rd. 14, Leamington, ON

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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KITCHEN AND WAIT STAFF WANTED

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Apply in person with resume at...

655 Point Pelee Dr., Leamington 519-325-1257 www.freddys.ca freddysparkstop@gmail.com

AZ / DZ DRIVERS

Canadian Tire in Leamington is accepting resumes for:

Licensed Automotive Service Technician We offer an hourly rate and production bonus commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Must have full availability including weekends.

Please apply in person with a resume, references, and copies of any licenses.

GREENHOUSE WORKER

CATCH THE SUN EVERYWEEK

Day Shift – Weekends • Candidates will be working in the greenhouse as harvesters and crop workers with other duties as assigned.

• Ability to do repetitive tasks, work in a hot environment and attention to detail.

• Salary: 11.00/hour, working 40 plus hours a week including weekends and holidays.

Please forward your resume by email to: hr@orangelinefarms.com

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Curling Club hosts Sturling bonspiel

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

The big advantage of Sturling rules is that as a two-person team you only play 6 ends and the game only takes about an hour, which makes it easy to stage a three-game event.

When Sun Parlour Curling Club first introduced the Sturling style of play it was expected to attract players, particularly seniors, who may have curled before but for physical reasons had to give up the game. Sturling rules prohibit sweeping between the hog lines, thereby almost eliminating the need to sweep, and rocks also can be delivered from the hack or with a stick, whatever you prefer.

Leamington has a reputation of being a good place for people to retire, so once you retire here and are looking for activities to keep busy and get a little bit of exercise, why not try Sturling? If you are interested you can email gordonwonnick@sympatico.ca to be put in touch with the appropriate contact at the club.

By Gordon Wonnick Saturday, March 14 was a busy day at the Sun Parlour Curling Club as they hosted the annual Sturling bonspiel. Once again the club enjoyed having a full two-draw event.

The competition was keen and the fellowship was an important aspect. Each team curled (“Sturling”) three games and enjoyed a nice soup and sandwich lunch.

In the early draw, Herb Grundner and partner Christian Redmann finished first. Jason Hebert and his dad Pat finished second, and Ron and Joan Kettle finished third.

In the late draw, Jim Sudds and Lionel Aasen finished first. Chris Vilag and Sparky Belanger finished second, and Don Chalcraft and Dave McMurren finished third.

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