The sights and sounds of the Leamington Fair filled the north Leamington landscape this past weekend with rides, games, a demolition derby, pro wrestling and plenty of live entertainment. Here, three-year-old Damon Knelson, of Leamington, watches as his dart bursts a balloon on Saturday, May 24, while World’s Finest Shows employee Jimmy Collins supervises. Damon won a purple dragon for his efforts. More photos of the 177th Leamington Fair on on pages 4 and 5.
By Mark Ribble
The Wheatley Horticultural Society found the perfect way to honour the late Dr. Lloyd McKibbin for his life’s work in the village and around the world.
On Saturday, May 24, they invited the public — and the McKibbin family — to the unveiling of Doc McKibbin Way along the Wheatley Arboretum and Learning Trail.
Several of Dr. McKibbin’s family members were on hand for the event, which saw several play areas for children, a plant sale and a visit with the animals from Zoo2You.
Society President Sophie Jefferson started things off, explaining how the idea came about to honour Dr. McKibbin in this way.
The Arboretum and Learning Trail opened last year behind the Wheatley Arena property as the Horticultural Society teamed with the Municipality of Chatham-Kent to finish off the trails and plant trees.
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By Paul Forman
Local residents joined thousands across Canada
in a walk to support the Alzheimer Society on May 24 at Lakeside Park in Kingsville. A first for Kingsville, the impetus for the walk orig-
inated from a program run by the Kingsville Community Centre, specifically its Memory Cafe. Memory Cafe provides those suffering dementia and their caregivers with an opportunity to social-
ize over games, crafts and a dessert. The Cafe meets every first and third Thursday at the Unico Hall, and will have a change in location to the Lions Hall beginning July 3.
The inaugural fundrais-
ing walk honoured both living and deceased loved ones with a large sign and was hoping to raise $7,000 with support from this year’s sponsor Venvi. At the end of the day, they raised $13,000.
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Andy Laliberty was one of the top fundraisers in this year’s Walk for the Alzheimer Society. Andy is pictured leading the group in the walk along the paths in Lakeside Park.
“Since we all met here last year, several things have happened,” said Jefferson. “We’ve harvested pears off one of our fruit trees for the first time, there are new benches and we are working on refurbishing our pollinator gar-
den to make it larger and easier to maintain.”
Jefferson credited the Parks and Recreation crew from Chatham-Kent for being an important partner in the project.
Past President — and chair of the project —
Donna Matier spoke next, welcoming everyone. She talked about the timeline as the Phase 2 trail was finished over the past few months through a Canada Community Building Fund grant, working with Cha-
tham-Kent Trails Committee, Parks and Recreation and Chatham-Kent Transportation and Infrastructure Services.
“The naming of the trail came next,” said Matier. “After receiving a request from (the late) Grant Bowman, the WHS started the process, completed the application and collected the community support. The community support was overwhelming.”
On May 12, the naming of the trail was recognized and approved by Chatham-Kent Council.
Dr. McKibbin’s name is synonymous with horses all over Canada, but he was a beloved vet and
friend of many in his chosen hometown of Wheatley.
‘Doc’ — as everyone called him — was a pioneer in the advancement of equine veterinary medicine and treated several big-name horses throughout his career. He was also among the very first people to advocate swimming horses for therapeutic purposes.
He was named Wheatley’s Man of the Year in 1979 and was inducted into Chatham-Kent Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1989, and then the Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame in 2023.
His son Terry spoke to
those in attendance.
“This is a great honour,” he said. “Dad travelled the world and went to a lot of places, but he aways said he was born in Wheatley. He grew up on a farm and was a small-town boy.”
The McKibbin family made a donation to the Arboretum and Learning Trail.
Sophie Jefferson and Donna Matier then met with local LCBO manager Victoria Robinet to plant a commemorative tree announcing a successful grant with Tree Canada. The LCBO sponsored the project which provided 16 edible trees and shrubs.
By Mark Ribble with files from Paul Forman and Deanna Bertrand
A booming Saturday at the Leamington Fairgrounds tipped the scales in the right direction for the 177th annual Leamington Fair, as officials thanked Mother Nature for the improvement in weather.
“Saturday was phenomenal,” said one fair official as they toured the crowded
midway on Sunday afternoon. Sunday’s crowd was quite heavy as well, with NCG Wrestling being held at the grandstand while the midway teemed with patrons.
While no official number is available just yet, fair officials were happy with the weekend.
From the bands to the wrestling, to the midway, all of the exhibits, the sights,
sounds and smell of the Leamington Fair got everyone in a summer mood. Although the gates and exhibits were open Thursday, the fair got underway officially on Friday with NCG Wrestling and live bands joining the World’s Finest Shows midway to keep attendees on their toes.
Saturday, May 24 was the big day with 20 bicycles given away to lucky young
fairgoers, with lots to see including livestock, arts and crafts, and homegoods displays. The midway was packed as the demolition derby took centre stage Saturday afternoon and more live bands entertained the crowds.
On Sunday, the gates opened at noon, ushering in more wrestlers, along with Cassiah’s Dance performances and lots of rides and games along the midway.
our Socks for the Homeless Campaign. H&R Block Leamington, Kingsville and Essex collected over 1,000 pairs of socks and 100 boxes of cereal for the Leamington Homelessness Hub which is located at 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington.
Starting in June please drop off
Well, it appears the parade down Yonge Street will have to wait for at least another year.
My lifetime rolls on without a Maple Leafs cup win since 1967, and each year I get that much closer to not seeing another one before I’m gone.
In the words of the Monkees (via Neil Diamond), “disappointment haunted all my dreams.”
I’ve really tried to be a believer — or a beleafer
you might say — but every spring it happens.
Just as sure as the robins wake me up in the morning and the carp spawn in the marshes, the Maple Leafs are golfing once again.
The jokes are aplenty….
“When I die, I’m going to ask the Maple Leafs to be my pallbearers so they can let me down one last time.”
That’s one of my favourites.
Or this one….
“Hamilton cannot be granted an NHL team because then Toronto would want one.”
The bandwagon jumpers practically break their shins getting off the Leaf wagon and I can’t say that I really blame them.
I do have a friend who immediately said he was rooting for the Florida Panthers from now on.
Quite the odd take but to each their own. Of course,
Bill Sherk
Gord Vokey was born January 8, 1944 in Newfoundland four years before it became a province of Canada. At 18, he was living in Toronto and bombing around the city in his ultra-cool ’48 Plymouth coupe with aluminum wheel covers and at least one whitewall tire.
A frequent visitor to the big Canadian Tire store at Yonge and Church, he bought whitewall tire paint to turn all of his blackwalls into the big wide whitewalls that dominated the decade of the 1950s.
We don’t know who bought Gord’s car new, a business coupe with a shelf in the back, but we know Gord owned this car in 1962 when the car
was 14 and he was 18.
The flathead six under the hood along with the three-speed column shift did its best to help Gord keep up with all the other cool cars on the road at that time.
Gord’s ’48 Plymouth was followed by a Mustang convertible and many other interesting cars now gone, but Gord and Helen are still with us.
Always looking for stories. Email billtsherk@ sympatico.ca
this friend said that about Boston a couple of years ago and came back to the blue and white once the skates were pulled on the following season.
After all, he’s entitled to his choices, no matter how bad they are.
It’s frustrating, to be sure. These multi-millionaires are paid big bucks to play the game we all love, and excel during the regular season, only to hit a wall in the playoffs that seems at times insurmountable.
Their difficulty with the Ottawa Senators in round one should have been an indication that the team is not built for the rough-going. Physical teams can and will devise a game plan to mitigate their skill by pounding them into the boards.
The biggest difference between Toronto and Florida in the second round was that Florida’s forecheck in the Leafs’ end was relentless, while Toronto’s forecheck in the Panthers’ end was sporadic at best.
And while the team improved their defence and goaltending immensely this past season, you’ve got to be able to score goals on a consistent basis in the playoffs and the Leafs failed to do that.
I’m not a fan of Florida’s clutching, grabbing, hold-
ing and impeding, but that style will win you championships, and they’ve been pretty transparent about how they play the game.
Mark Ribble
And in the end — to borrow a lyric from the Beatles — that’s all that matters.
The Philadelphia Flyers of the mid-1970s made no apologies for their style and I see this Florida team as very much the same — minus the brawling.
To get under a team’s skin — even a team who vowed to not let that happen — is a skill that not a lot of teams possess as a unit. Kudos to Paul Maurice for instilling that in them.
The NHL removed all of that stuff years ago, mostly due to complaints from Mario Lemieux and other skilled players from his era. The league began clamping down on holding, hooking and running picks, but it’s a lot more subtle now.
Running a pick is very similar to what they do in basketball, where a player will position their body to block a defender from getting to the ball carrier. In essence, it’s interference.
The Leafs were called for that against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2022 first round Game 7, when Justin Holl pinched
in from the blueline and John Tavares scored what should have been the tying goal. It was called back and Holl was assessed a penalty for interference. Then the Leafs lost the game 2-1 and hit the golf course once again. I watched that same type of move happen dozens of times in the Florida series, but for some reason, it’s not called anymore. Anyway, enough of what appears to be sour grapes. I’m not happy that my team lost again, but I’m not about to blame the refereeing. They didn’t keep the Leafs from creating offence — the Leafs did that themselves. And when the dust settled — after forcing a game 7 with a well-executed game plan in game 6 — they lost a game that they were never in from the puck drop. It was like watching an NHL team playing a Junior team, and for that, I’m disappointed. As I write this, Brendan Shanahan has lost his job. Alas, there’s always next year — a phrase I’ve repeated every year since 1967. Maybe someday I’ll be right.
You can twist, but don’t shout
Back in the early 1960s, special things happened to music on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Take for instance “The Twist” by Chubby Checker. It was originally released in 1960 on August 1st at #49. The next week it jumped all the way up to #11. The next week it jumped up more three spots to #8.
That was followed by it jumping four more spots to #4. Now, at a snail’s pace it moved up one more spot on August 29 to third place. Now, not to speed things up too much, the next week it crawled up to second spot on September 12. Finally, by September 19 it reached its final pinnacle of #1.
With all that snail’s pacing now, the next week it fell to #2. And it kept slowly falling over the weeks to come.
That’s the rise and fall
of a #1 record on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts.
But wait! “The Twist” was making a slow comeback still. The week ending September 26, “The Twist” was at #2. The following two weeks it was at #5. Then it jumped up to #3 for its last hurrah. Some would say good riddance!
Chuck Reynolds
But wait, that’s not the end of Chubby Checker – the man who immortalized “The Twist”, “The Limbo”, “The Popeye”, “The Fly” and “The Hucklebuck”. In fact, the week of February 27, 1961, Chubby Checker hit the top of the charts again with “Pony Time”. That’s just five months after “The Twist” shook things up.
On a personal note, Chubby was actually
born Ernest Evans on October 3, 1941, in South Carolina. With his parents and his two brothers, Spencer and Tracy, he moved to Philadelphia where he decided by the age of five that someday he would be a big singing star. His mother, a very strongly religious woman, tried to discourage that notion. Ernest formed his own singing group when he was only eight years old. In 1964, Chubby married Catharina Lodders, a Dutch beauty queen who was Miss World in 1962. They have three children and are still happily married today.
Wheatley, ON – June 7, 2025: This June, the heart of Wheatley will pulse with celebration, reflection, and hope as the community gathers for Wheatley Waves Forward—a day-long event honouring its incredible journey from disaster to renewal.
Held in the revitalized downtown core, Wheatley Waves Forward invites residents, visitors, and supporters to come together in recognition of the strength, vision, and determination that have shaped Wheatley’s recovery since the 2021 explosion. More than just a commemoration, the event is a celebration of the spirit that continues to define and uplift this small but mighty town.
Chair of the Wheatley Task Force. “This event is about honouring that spirit. It’s a thank-you to the people who stood together, worked together, and believed in this community.”
We’re building something that reflects our values, our energy, and our belief in one another. ‘‘ ‘‘
Howard Gabert
“This event is more than a celebration—it’s a recognition of how far we’ve come and a statement about the kind of future we’re building together,” says Councillor Lauren Anderson, who will emcee the opening ceremony. “Wheatley is not just recovering— it’s redefining itself.”
In the nearly four years since the explosion that rocked Wheatley’s downtown, the community has responded with extraordinary resilience. Local leaders, residents, and volunteers have worked shoulder-toshoulder to reopen streets, support small businesses, and reimagine the town’s future. Wheatley Waves Forward shines a light on that shared effort.
“From day one, the people of Wheatley stepped up— not just to rebuild, but to lead,” says Howard Gabert,
The day-long celebration will feature a formal recognition of key contributors to the recovery, including emergency responders, elected officials, Indigenous partners, and local residents who played essential roles in the response and rebuilding efforts.
Throughout the day, Talbot Street will be transformed into a lively pedestrian zone, brimming with local flavour and festive energy. Visitors can browse a bustling vendor marketplace featuring handmade goods, artisan products, and community organizations. Families can enjoy a wide range of fun and games, with activities designed for kids and adults alike. From lawn games to interactive stations, there’s something for everyone. The atmosphere will be brought to life by a rotating lineup of live music performances, showcasing local talent and setting the tone for a vibrant, upbeat celebration.
“The future of Wheatley lies not in forgetting what happened, but in drawing strength from how we responded,” says Councillor Anderson. “Our downtown is coming back to life—and with it, our pride.”
A highlight of the morning will be the unveiling of the concept design, scheduled for 11:45 AM, for the
revitalized downtown, developed collaboratively by feedback from the residents, service groups, and businesses of Wheatley, the Municipality of ChathamKent, the Province of Ontario, and the Wheatley Task Force. The new design represents not only physical reconstruction but also the town’s aspirations for a more connected, inclusive, and vibrant community. Throughout the rest of the day residents will be invited to provide feedback on the designs as part of an engaging community consultation.
“This reveal is about more than bricks and mortar— it’s a vision for the kind of place Wheatley wants to be,” Gabert explains. “We’re building something that reflects our values, our energy, and our belief in one another.”
Organizers stress that Wheatley Waves Forward is open to everyone—current residents, former neighbours, regional partners, and anyone inspired by Wheatley’s story.
“This celebration is a milestone,” Gabert says. “It reminds us that Wheatley’s best days are not behind us—they are ahead of us. The partnerships we’ve forged, the lessons we’ve learned, and the spirit we’ve reignited—these are the foundations of what’s next.”
Whether you’ve been part of Wheatley’s story from the beginning or are discovering its spirit for the first time, Wheatley Waves Forward is a chance to stand together, remember, and recommit to a future shaped by unity and hope.
Come celebrate. Come reconnect. Come wave forward.
The Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS), and the Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) are collaborating on an upcoming event, the Kingsville Vintage Garden Tour and Tea 2025, taking place on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The annual event promises a delightful weekend of exploring stunning gardens, discovering local history, and enjoying Vintage High Tea.
This year’s tour features seven private gardens, each showcasing unique styles — from grand, palatial landscapes to cozy
patio retreats, including creative displays like clover lawns, farm and vineyard landscapes, and terraced gardens.
Alongside these private gems, visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the Town Gardens, highlighting Kingsville’s rich history,
cherished landmarks, and “silent stories” passed down through generations.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
BOXING BASICS - 7:30 p.m. $10/person/ session, at The Village Resource Centre - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit www.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
TEAR ART BOOKMARKS from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Wheatley Branch of the CK Public Library. Stop by to make a Tear Art Bookmark. Who knew tearing up paper and gluing it back together could be so much fun!
SATURDAY, MAY 31
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot Rd. E. Wheatley at 6:30 p.m. $5/person –feature: DC League of Super Pets. For more information call 226-484-1004, www.villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SUNDAY, JUNE 1
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF OLINDA. Service at 10:30 am with guest speaker Andrew Innerd. Topic: Earth, Wind, Fire, Water, 4 Lessons from a Climate Change Scientist. 2953 Olinda Side Road, Ruthven. 548-324-4352. All are welcome.
SATURDAY, JUNE 14
VENDOR EVENT AND BBQ - at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot Rd. E. Wheatley 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. For more information call 226-484-1004, www. villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
FUNDRIVE FUNDRAISER - at the Village Resource Centre, 108 Talbot Rd. E. Wheatley. Collecting gently used, clean items (NO furniture) to raise money for future programming. For more information call 226-484-1004, www. villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
SATURDAY, JUNE 21 & SUNDAY, JUNE 22
VINTAGE GARDEN TOUR AND TEA - hosted by Kingsville Horticultural Society and the Art Society of Kingsville. Tour some private gardens and public gardens then enjoy High Tea at the Carnegie Centre. Tickets $40 at Carnegie or online at Eventbrite. ONGOING
ERIE SHORES TOASTMASTERS MEETING at 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday at Leamington Library, 1 John St. Free to attend. Develop Communication and Leadership Skills in a positive, friendly environment. Upcoming dates: June 4 & 18. More info: email ErieShoresTM@yahoo. com, Facebook Erie Shores Toastmasters or go to ErieShores.toastmastersclubs.org.
THE VILLAGE RESOURCE CENTRE WEEKLY EVENTS - 108 Talbot Road East, Wheatley. Mondays - 7:30 p.m. - "Light The Way" Nar-Anon Family Group. Wednesday10:00 a.m. - Chair Yoga - $10. Thursdays7:30 p.m. - "Wheatley Warriors" Narcotics Anonymous Group. For more information call 226-484-1004 or visit www. villageresourcecentre.ca. This location is wheelchair accessible.
IF YOU WANT TO DRINK, THAT’S YOUR BUSINESS If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous: 519-9991234.
SOUTH ESSEX COMMUNITY COUNCIL - ADULT DAY PROGRAM - Join us at Faith Mennonite for a day service providing social, recreational and personal support to clients and respite. For more information or to register, call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit our website at secc.on.ca.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: GENTLE EXERCISE at 10:00 am, Wednesdays and Fridays, at Ruthven United Church, 1907 Queen Blvd. No Fee. Registration Required. kingsvillecentre.com.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: CAFE at 9:00 am to noon, Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays, at 1860 Division Rd. N., Free coffee, cookies, wifi and more.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: STEP-ITUP INDOOR POWER WALKING, Mondays and Fridays at 9:15 am, at Grovedale, 103 Park St., Kingsville. No Fee. Registration required. kingsvillecentre.com.
KINGSVILLE COMMUNITY CENTRE: TAI CHI, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Various locations, no fee, registration required. kingsvillecentre. com.
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE at Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East, for those who enjoy morning coffee/tea and conversation, the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in church auditorium. All welcome, no RSVP required.
INDIVIDUALS WHO REQUIRE ASSESSMENTS TO ENTER TREATMENT PROGRAMS FOR ADDICTIONS can contact Ian MacNeil, Social Worker with Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare, located at 33 Princess St. (1st floor) in Leamington, on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. You can leave a message 24/7 at 519-984-2531. Contact Ian at this number for more information.
STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH? Reach out to Hope 4 Me Peer to Peer Support Group. Virtual and in-person meetings available. Contact Tracy, Sue or Nancy at hope4mepeer@gmail.com for information about the group.
PROSPERUS COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK ADVOCACY WORKING GROUPS ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE (age 15+) who want to use their voice to make change in Leamington. Unlocking Potential - Cradle to Career. Discuss community issues, raise awareness, host community events, hear guest speakers, write advocacy letters, attend council meetings. For meeting dates & location or more information, contact Karlene at 519-259-6148 or email knielsen@weareunited.com.
ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Al-Anon Family Groups meeting information: 519-790-7739 or www.alanonwindsoressex.com
COMMUNITY TAKEOUT IS AVAILABLE at Leamington United Church, 4:00 - 5:00 pm every Monday. St. John’s Anglican Church also has takeout meals available every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Food is available from St. Vincent De Paul at St. Michael’s Parish 226-340-7233, Salvation Army Food Bank 9:15 - 11:45 am. The warming Cross at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Food Cupboard at St. John’s Anglican church, The Bridge (ages 14-24), Food Pantry at Parkdale Variety, neighbourhood pantry at Erie South and Marlborough and the Angel Pantry at St. John’s Anglican Church. All are free. All are welcome.
Don’t cry because it’s over, Smile because she was
There were no
Founded in 1912, the Kingsville Horticultural Society celebrates its century plus legacy, with a special focus on the town’s historic sites this year. Visitors will be encouraged to discover the 100-year-old stone bridge at Lakeside Park, vintage roses at the OPP station, and other historic buildings and trees that tell the story of Kingsville’s vibrant past. Many volunteers will be dressed in period costumes, creating an immersive experience that combines horticulture with history.
The tour begins at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre, 28 Division St. South, a historic building
constructed in 1914 and one of the few remaining Carnegie Library structures in Essex County. The centre will serve as the tour’s hub, where guests can pick up their garden tour guides, maps and reserve seats for the exclusive Vintage High Tea.
Included with your ticket is the chance to indulge in a Vintage High Tea, held right at the Carnegie Centre. The menu features delectable savouries such as cucumber and herb cream cheese sandwiches, strawberry and Nutella cream cheese bites, grilled Mediterranean vegetables, salami, and cheddar slices with mustard. Scones, blueberry treats, vanilla cupcakes, lemon squares, and iced cookies will satisfy
sweet cravings. A selection of teas — including Earl Grey, English Breakfast, and Raspberry & Pomegranate — will be served, complemented by live music and local artists painting in the gardens.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased via QR code or in person at the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre. Tickets are expected to sell quickly, so early purchase is recommended. Please note: tickets will not be available on the days of the tour. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit both the Kingsville Horticultural Society and the Arts Society of Kingsville, supporting ongoing community programs, arts initiatives and horticultural projects.
In Loving Memory of John Forbes May 24, 1938 – October 10, 2021
Happy Birthday in Heaven. You will always be in our hearts.
Your spouse Idalou, daughter Terry Lynn & Todd, son Edward & Allison, grandkids Kaylynn, Owen and Alec, and best friend Ron Sellon
In Loving Memory of John Zuk June 1, 2025
Dear Dad and Gegee: Those special memories of you will always bring a smile, If only I could have you back for just a little while. The fact that you’re no longer here will always bring me pain, But you’re forever in our hearts until we meet again. Love you and miss you, Mary Jane, Derrick, Pattie and Jim XOXOX
We missed you today, we will miss you tomorrow, Tears in our eyes and hearts full of sorrow. We hold onto the memories of the great times we had, We grieve for what we lost, but are grateful for what we had. We miss you and will always love you, Joan and Family
The Two Creeks Summer Concert Series is back for its 33rd season on Sunday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m. The Batch will take to the stage with a unique spin of their favorite tunes, from rhythm and blues, classic rock and soul, featuring Detroit City blues guitarist Jeff Carriere and the classic stylings of Mark Dawson. Food and drinks will be available from the Scouts. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. Two Creeks is on Kent Rd. 1, a kilometre north of Wheatley. For the full summer lineup, check out twocreeks.ca. Submitted photo
The following are the top-scoring teams in recent Bridge games at the Leamington Half Century Centre. Bridge lessons are available. If interested, call 519-7384939.
May 16: 1st Derek Parry and Shirley Morel, 2nd Dale Smith and Dave Derbyshire, 3rd Pauline Mikolash and Roger Cote.
There were 14 players out for Friday Night Fun Darts on May 16. Recording five wins were Virginia Bartelt and Rob Baker; Jean Teylouni, Dennis Kiss and Ben Baltzer. Four wins: Gord Crook and Neil Handspiker; Karl Bartelt and Larry Evoy. Two wins: Julie Reid and Dan Bachmeier. One win: Bonnie Evoy, Ted Bielec and Jim McClellan. Virginia was the only lady doubler. Great shooting to Karl who shot 144. Meat Draw winners on May 17 were Tom Coulter, Justin Myles, Donna Corlett, Jenn Lemieux, June Epplett, Heather Church (2), Sly Meredith, Cindy Stevenson, Sandy Simpson and Sue Symons. The Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 was won by
Jodi Mummery.
Winners of the Meat Draw on May 24 were Mark Howe, John Turner (3), Donna Corlett, Luanne Richmond, Jenny Friesen, Chris Resendes, Darlene Church and Sherry Chambers (2). Jim McClellan won the L.A. 50/50 draw. Wheatley Legion’s 50/50 tickets are available at Lil Hil’s Coffee Shop, Briar Patch Studio, Village Resource Centre, Renny’s, Talbot Trail Golf Club, Bowman’s Feeds, Joe’s Bar, Guardian Drugs, the Southpoint Sun office in Leamington or during the Saturday Meat Draws. Proceeds go the Branch 324 Building Fund to help cover costs for the new building. The draw will be held June 29.
Mr. and Mrs. Benedicto Tuquero of Leamington proudly announce the graduation of their son, Roland Albert Tuquero, with his Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Michigan State University on May 2, 2025. He is a graduate of Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, with a Master’s Degree in Nurse Anesthesia (2004) and the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (1996) and
It will take a fire extinguisher to blow out the candles this year Dibs! You’re officially too hot to handle and too old to care.
May 23: 1st Henry Hildebrandt and Derek Parry, 2nd Remi Fournier and Monique Sadler, 3rd Roger Cote and Pauline Mikolash.
Old or not, your family loves you!
BA in Physical Education (1992). He has been a staff Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at the VA Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for the past 11 years. He will continue his CRNA duties at the VA Hospital in Ann Arbor and his future goals include teaching in the nurse anesthesia program at Michigan State University.
Love Mom, Dad, Megan, Benjamin and Nicholas
By Mark Ribble
The Leamington Horticultural Society has come a long way from its beginnings in 1950, but the message remains the same: to promote good gardening and community involvement.
The Horticultural Society held a celebration for its 75th anniversary on Wednesday, May 21 at St. John’s Anglican Church. The event was set to take
place at Mersea Park, but inclement weather dictated a change in plans.
About two dozen people attended to hear society president Jo-Anne Smith speak about native plants, invasive species and the history of the club.
“Since 1950, our goal has been rooted in the heart of this community,” she said. “Over time, education about gardening
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Joy Norma Windsor in her 97th year at Trillium Villa, Sarnia, Ontario, on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
She was predeceased by her husband Don, sons Brian and Dean, brother Claire, brotherin-law Clem (Margaret), daughters-in-law Betty and Jean. Left to remember her are sons Barry, Larry and Chris, daughtersin-law Donna and Josie, sister-in-law Mona, grandchildren Kelly (Mark), Steven, Krystal, Dennis (Ami), Shauna (Sky), Kyle (Shannon), Ryan (Meghan), Deb (Jim) and Dawn (JP), great-grandchildren Sierra, Caden, Dylan, Quinn, Caleb, Drew (Kasey), Destiny Joy, Micah (Christa), Adam (Tiana), Nicolas (Maida), Isaac, Jaxon and Sidnee, and great-greatgrandchild Amelia, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A graveside funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at Lakeview Cemetery, Erie Street South, Leamington.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Diabetes Canada or a charity of your choice.
has evolved.”
She spoke of partnerships with the municipality and other service clubs in the area.
One such collaboration was the Miyaewaki Forest project undertaken over the past two springs, which saw 500 native trees planted last spring at Mersea Park and another 600 this year.
Phase 1 of that project was to celebrate Leam-
ington’s 150th anniversary as a town and Phase 2 celebrates the Leamington Horticultural Society’s 75th year.
A commemorative sign was unveiled at the celebration, marking the Miyawaki Forest and explaining its origins. The sign will be installed in front of the forest at Mersea Park in the coming weeks.
Chatham-Kent Leam-
ington Member of Parliament Dave Epp was on hand to congratulate the society on its 75 years, as was Member of Provincial Parliament — and Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness — Trevor Jones. In addition, Councillor Paul Tiessen brought a certificate and greetings from the Municipality of Leamington, and the Ontario Horticultural Association sent
The Town of Kingsville will hold an Open Doors Kingsville event on Thursday, June 5 at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre and invites residents to participate in the open-house style event which is divided into two sessions: the first from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and the second from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Staff from each municipal department will present engaging and interactive displays to highlight their work in the organization. Other community partners, such as Essex County Library, Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), will join the Town to share insights about their roles and how they connect with the municipality.
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District 11 Director Sandra Rammelaere with congratulations as well.
“In 1950, your founding members could have never imagined what you have accomplished today and into the future,” said Minister Jones.
A celebratory cake was served and each person in attendance took home a native plant as a reminder of the special occasion.
• How does the permitting process protect residents?
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• What is the Town Clerk responsible for?
• Who plans all the fun events and programs?
Open Doors Kingsville offers a unique opportunity for the public to meet town staff, learn about local services and initiatives, and discuss the programs that matter most to the community.
“This event is informative and a bit of friendly competition among our staff as they prepare their stations,” said Human Resources Manager Jennifer Galea. “We’re excited to showcase our strengths while engaging with the community. You might even get to sit in a fire truck, roast some marshmallows with Parks and Recreation, and win prizes from our Tourism cabinet!”
The event is free to attend, and no prior registration is required. For more information about the event, contact jgalea@kingsville.ca.
Thank you.
The Municipality of Leamington is conducting a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) study to enhance the performance of its wastewater infrastructure and ensure it can meet the needs of Leamington’s growing community over the next 20 years.
The study area includes the Leamington Pollution Control Centre (PCC), Cherry Lane and the Selkirk Drain South to Lake Erie.
This plan will outline a series of recommended projects to be implemented in the short term (0-5 years), medium term (6-10 years) and long term (11-20 years).
There will be a Public Information Centre giving residents an opportunity to provide input and help inform the decision-making process Thursday, June 5 from 4-7
p.m. at Leamington’s Municipal Building at 111 Erie St. North. The municipality will present the purpose and scope of the study, review the alternative solutions to address the problem and opportunity statement and identify a recommended solution.
The format is a Drop-in Open House. There will be no formal presentation.
Comments are encouraged now and throughout the study. If you have comments or questions, require further information, or would like to be added to the study mailing list to receive future notifications, contact the project team or visit leamington.ca/WWMP for more information.
By Paul Forman
A celebratory ribbon-cutting was held at John R. Park Homestead on May 22 to recognize the reopening of the home of John and Amelia Park, perhaps the most significant of the 11 historical structures housed along Lake Erie’s shoreline.
Managed by the Essex Region Conservation Authority, the homestead received funding from the Canadian Experience Fund, the Toldo Foundation, and the Stephanie & Barry Zekelman Foundation, along with many other generous donors that provided a total of more than $1-million for the extensive repairs necessary to ensure that the structure is stable and retains all of its historic elements that date back to its 1842 origin.
Chair of the Essex Region Conservation Authority Molly Allaire spoke first at the celebration inside the Stephanie & Barry Zekelman Foundation Creative
curator
Commons at the homestead.
“We knew this was not just a renovation. It was an act of preservation, and of responsibility – not just to those who came before us, but for generations to come,” said Allaire.
Essex Region Conservation Authority Foundation Chair Terry Patterson also spoke at the event and was thrilled with the completed work and expressed his gratitude to the major donors that were in attendance.
Patterson said, “We are so thankful for all of the community donors that contributed to this restoration. You breathe new life into our history.”
The Essex Region Conservation Foundation will continue to fundraise for the preservation of the homestead’s outbuildings which provide such a vital taste of local history for the 20,000 visitors that grace the grounds annually.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the restoration of the home of John and Amelia Park at the John R. Park Homestead. The restoration took over two years to complete and attempts to replicate the home’s interior and exterior as it would have looked 183 years ago. On hand for the ribbon cutting, from the left, were four homestead volunteers, ERCA Director of Conservation Services Kevin Money, John R. Park Homestead Curator/ Education Coordinator Kristin Ives, Director of Philanthropy for the Stephanie & Barry Zekelman Foundation Amber Hunter, ERCA Chief Administrative Officer Tim Byrne, Essex Councillor Kim Verbeek, Toldo Foundation Trustee Alex Toldo, ERCA Board Chair Molly Allaire, ERCA Foundation Chair Terry Patterson, and Friends of the
Kelly Woltz.
The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee celebrated 20 years on Sunday, May 25 with an open house at St. John’s Anglican Church.
The organization came to be in 2005, when a local doctor, Gerhard Klassen, and a local minister, Rev. Steven Haig, were talking about the plight of refugees around the world. One of them said, ”Instead of just talking, let’s do something about it.” So they got volunteers from local churches and the community to agree to sponsor one family.
Over the years, from this small start, working through Immigration and UNHCR, the Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee (LAERC) has sponsored 26 family groups, plus 30 babies born in Canada. The 100th refugee arrived in January 2024.
According to LAERC Chair Willma Lamb-Stewart, the endeavour required raising funds to cover rent and all costs for one year for each family, a suitable place to live and all the amenities, including food, had to be prepared for each group’s arrival.
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LAERC committee members support each family in becoming familiar with Canadian customs and culture, registering kids for school, adults for ESL, assist them in accessing a doctor, a dentist, best shopping places, signing kids up for local sports, celebrating births, graduations, and driving to appointments and outings, etc.
“These newcomers work hard, now own homes, vehicles, have become Canadian citizens, take part in community activities and some of their kids are going on to further education,” said Lamb-Stewart.
The gathering on Sunday included most of the refugees that were sponsored by LAERC and many more interested individuals and families who lent a hand along the way. The open house concluded with a church service to give thanks.
By Mark Ribble
Sheryl Scott brought her heartwarming one-woman play to The Bank Theatre in Leamington on Saturday, May 24 and the standing ovation she received at the final curtain was enough to deem it a success.
whom went away with a chuckle in their heart and a tear in their eye.
The play — presented by Community Living Essex County — attracted 147 patrons, many of
Scott’s Millie Johnston character took the audience through the ups and downs of being a farmer’s
wife in New Brunswick in the 1940s, describing the sights and sounds on a farm, in church and yes, even during childbirth.
The audience roared as they identified with many of the rural predicaments in which Millie found herself.
Many also identified with Millie’s strength and character, particularly when her sixth child — her only son — was born with Down Syndrome.
Her unwavering commitment to her son and the way his sisters rallied around him, despite the stigma perceived by many in the outside world, were a true testament to all who have raised a child with an intellectual or physical disability.
The play went from funny to heartwarming to emotional and the 147 people along for the ride enjoyed every bit of it.
and I can guarantee you’ll go from laughing to crying and back to laughing again,” he said. “I’ll be here at the end to say I told you so.”
Comments flooded social media after the play with such lines as “Truly
amazing performance!”, “I’m a tough old guy. I teared up,” and “It had me laughing and crying, so touching.”
Plans are being made to bring Sheryl Scott back in the future for an encore performance.
Community Living Manager of Community Relations and Resource Development Tony DeSantis and Executive Director Karen Bolger opened the show by welcoming everyone.
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On Thursday, May 22, Chatham-Kent Leamington MPP and Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agri-business Trevor Jones met with the team
at The Bridge Youth Resource Centre to celebrate the $200,000 Resilient Communities Fund grant they received from the provincial government’s
The Leamington Horticultural Society, celebrating its 75th year, will hold its annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 31.
The e-transfer or cash-only event will feature plants suitable for all garden conditions.
The sale will take place from 9 am to noon at 479 Bevel Line Road. Everyone is welcome.
Many thanks to the WODL Board of Directors, The Bank Theatre Board of Directors and Volunteers, Festival Committee, Casts and Crews for Elmira Theatre Company, Theatre Woodstock and The Bank Theatre, Adjudicators, Workshop Presenters and host hotel Best Western Leamington. WODL Festival 2025 was absolutely top notch and we are thankful to all those who attended!
Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees!
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Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) that was used to assist the organization in its recovery efforts post-pandemic.
“I’m proud to see our government, through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, support The Bridge Youth Resource Centre as they expand their vital work in our community,” said Minister Jones. “This funding is helping to lay the foundation for longterm sustainability and innovation, empowering youth and creating housing solutions that will benefit Leamington for years to come.”
The grant provided an opportunity to review revenue generating opportunities for the organization including its Community
Donut social enterprise program and expanding its attainable housing develop from 12 to 50 homes.
The project will have a lasting impact on the organization and community providing the opportunity to pursue additional housing units for youth as well as community members. The rental dollars will be used to assist the organization in its path to self-sustainability, as well. The funds primarily supported direct personnel costs associated with the project as well as on training and equipment needs.
“The impact of this Ontario government grant cannot be overstated,” said Will Good, Board Chair of The Bridge Youth Resource Centre. “With-
out this grant, the organization would have not been able to rapidly pursue revenue generating opportunities including the expansion of our housing development. We are now at a place where we are ready to start building and we invite the community to assist us in closing out this project as we plan to pursue raising the funds to complete the project by 2027.”
They recently broke ground on the additional 38 homes at The Bridge property, and The Bridge Executive Director Krista Rempel took the time to thank donors, community partners and the municipal and provincial levels of government for their unwavering belief in The
Bridge’s vision. “In these celebrations, we don’t often get to take a moment to celebrate our successes,” she said.
The Bridge Youth Resource Centre is a youth serving organization for individuals ages 14-24 where programming centres around education and job support, mental health and addiction services, life and coping skills, and social inclusion activities. The facility also supports those experiencing homelessness or housing instability through the Quiring Family Fresh Start supportive housing facility for youth 16-24. You can support the work of The Bridge by donating at thebridgeyouth.ca.
The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) made its way through Essex County
in Lakeshore, passed by several area schools including both
with hundreds in attendance out front of the
In the absence of Kingsville Friendly Club president Jean Kuipers, vice president Dave Patterson welcomed 41 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Tuesday, May 13, welcoming Adele Sims.
Scores in Bridge: Roy Trowell 3070, Mac Stanley 2800, Kim Hamm and Carolyn Brown 2430. Euchre: Kenny Bachmeier 103, Dave Patterson 97, Fred Sleiman 93. Most lone hands: Fred Sleiman 6. Cribbage: Sue Girardin 721, Marie Geeves 615. Pepper: Winnie Moore 264, John Bigley 253, Rick Wynants 229. Most peppers: Winnie Moore 5.
Door prize winners were Kathy Hedge, Jim McLachlan and Ken Martinuik.
There were 50 out to play cards at the Unico Centre on Friday, May 16. Welcome back to Stuart Wheelton, Donna LeGrow, Lois Charrette and Al Cosyn.
Bridge: Kim Hamm 4650, Alta Van Vliet 3760, Helen Todman 3600. Euchre: Cathy Dewhurst 84, Dave Snider 83, John Ger-
hardt, Marg Fittler and Dave Patterson 79. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 6.
Pepper: Gordon Earl 306, Winnie Moore 281, Sue Girardin 278. Most lone hands: Rhoda Earl 6.
Door prize winners were Debbie Everaert, LouAnne McLachlan and Robert Boose.
Forty card players came out on Tuesday, May 20. Welcome back Mandy Hric. Good news: Lila Withers is back in Kingsville at Chartwell on Main Street. The members have missed you Lila!
Bridge: Kim Hamm 5680, Roy Trowell 4300, Case Mulder 3790. Euchre: Dave Snider 81, Fred Sleiman 80, Rita Sleiman 79. Most lone hands: Dave Patterson 4. Pepper: Kathy Hedge 293, Brenda Anger 279, Ken Salter. Most peppers: Bill Fielding 9.
Door prize winners were Gillian Pinkney, Rene Everaert and Shirley Reynolds.
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PARCEL ONE:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 12, Concession 4, Geographic Township of Tilbury West, Town of Lakeshore, County of Essex.
OWNER: EUCLID MAILLOUX FARMS LTD. acreage: 136 acres more or less.
PROPERTY/BUILDINGS: This property is vacant, systematically tiled, and has frontage on a paved road with access to municipal water and natural gas.
LOCATION: The premises are situate on the west side of the Gracey Road, south of County Road 42, and will be identified by signage on the property.
EASEMENTS: The title to this property is subject to existing easements in favour of Hydro One Networks and Microcell Connexions.
PARCEL TWO:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lots 11 & 12, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Tilbury West, Town of Lakeshore, County of Essex.
OWNER: EUCLID MAILLOUX FARMS LTD. acreage: 72 acres more or less.
PROPERTY/BUILDINGS: This property is vacant, systematically tiled, and has frontage on a paved road with access to municipal water and natural gas.
LOCATION: The premises are situate on the west side of the Gracey Road, north of Lakeshore Road 303, and will be identified by signage on the property.
EASEMENTS: The title to this property is subject to existing easements in favour of Enbridge Gas, International Power, and a private waterline.
PARCEL THREE:
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Part of Lot 13, Concession 4, Geographic Township of Tilbury West, Town of Lakeshore, County of Essex.
OWNER: EUCLID MAILLOUX FARMS LTD.
acreage: 49 acres more or less.
PROPERTY/BUILDINGS: This property is vacant, systematically tiled, and has frontage on a paved road with access to municipal water and natural gas.
LOCATION: The premises are situate on the south side of County Road 42, east of the Gracey Road, and will be identified by signage on the property.
EASEMENTS: The title to this property is subject to an existing easement in favour of Hydro One Networks.
FARM LEASE:
Each of the foregoing properties is subject to an existing farm lease, with a term which does not expire until the harvest of the 2032 crop is completed, whereby the property owner receives forty percent (40%) of the crop proceeds, and pays forty percent (40%) of the cost of fertilizer and chemicals, and twenty-five dollars ($25.00) per acre for seed.
TERMS OF
Sealed tenders, which need only identify the parcel for which the tender is being submitted, the tendered price and contact information, will be received by the undersigned until 4:30 p.m. on June 13, 2025, with the highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted. No deposit is required with the tender, but the successful tenderer will be required to enter into an agreement of purchase and sale without conditions, except as to title, by June 20, 2025, and submit a deposit of $10,000.00, for each parcel, at that time. Transaction to close on or before July 4, 2025, with vacant possession on that date, with the exception of the aforesaid farm lease. The properties are being sold in all respects in an “as is” condition.
Interested parties may contact the undersigned to obtain any further information.
JAY A. JOHNSON, SOLICITOR
TAYLOR DELRUE
40 QUEEN STREET SOUTH, P.O. BOX 459
TILBURY ON N0P 2L0
TELEPHONE NO. 519-682-0164 (EXT.7)
Public Information Centre #1 for Union-WUC Water System Interconnection
The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) and Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC) are conducting a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the construction of new infrastructure connecting two municipal water systems. The WUC operates a water system that services the City of Windsor, the Town of LaSalle, and the Town of Tecumseh. The UWSS services the Town of Kingsville, Town of Essex, Municipality of Leamington, and Municipality of Lakeshore.
The first of two Public Information Centres (PICs) is being held to present the project objectives, existing conditions, preliminary solution alternatives and evaluation criteria. Members of the public and other interested parties are encouraged to attend and provide feedback on the project, which will be incorporated into the evaluation of solution alternatives.
The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) and Windsor Utilities Commission (WUC) are conducting a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for the construction of new infrastructure connecting two municipal water systems. The WUC operates a water system that services the City of Windsor, the Town of LaSalle, and the Town of Tecumseh. The UWSS services the Town of Kingsville, Town of Essex, Municipality of Leamington, and Municipality of Lakeshore. The first of two Public Information Centres (PICs) is being held to present the project objectives, existing conditions, preliminary solution alternatives and evaluation criteria. Members of the public and other interested parties are encouraged to attend and provide feedback on the project, which will be incorporated into the evaluation of solution alternatives.
PIC #1 Events
NEIGHBOURHOOD YARD
SALE on Theresa Trail in Leamington on Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm and Sunday, June 1 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Lots of woodworking tools and plenty of other stuff. my28
Union Area: Mon, June 2, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Essex Arena, 60 Fairview Ave W, Essex.
Union Area: Mon, June 2, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Essex Arena, 60 Fairview Ave W, Essex.
Windsor Area: Tues, June 3, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Ciociaro Club, 3745 North Talbot Rd., Oldcastle.
Windsor Area: Tues, June 3, 2025, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. - Ciociaro Club, 3745 North Talbot Rd., Oldcastle.
Other Ways to Get Involved
Other Ways to Get Involved
•Project Webpage: Project information can be accessed on the project webpage. Following each PIC, the presented information and a comment submission form will be made available.
•Project Webpage: Project information can be accessed on the project webpage. Following each PIC, the presented information and a comment submission form will be made available.
IRWIN PLUMBINGResidential rough-ins and repairs. Starting April 2nd 519-825-7245 will be changing to 519-324-2202. A text is preferred if capable. Call if not.
https://cima.planlocal.ca/union-windsor-water-connection/
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•Contact the Project Team: Project members listed below may be contacted with comments, questions and requests to be added to the project contact list..
•Contact the Project Team: Project members listed below may be contacted with comments, questions and requests to be added to the project contact list..
Project Team Contact:
Project Team Contact:
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Consultant Project Manager – CIMA+ – Matt Phillips, matt.phillips@cima.ca, 226-338-2367 900-101 Frederick St, Kitchener, ON, N2H 6R2
Consultant Project Manager – CIMA+ – Matt Phillips, matt.phillips@cima.ca, 226-338-2367 900-101 Frederick St, Kitchener, ON, N2H 6R2
be hiring an Archives Assistant, a summer student who will be continuing their postsecondary education in the Fall. This placement will be for approximately eight weeks, 35 hours/week, $17.20 per hour; starting date to be determined.
Union Water Supply System (UWSS) – Andrew Plancke, aplancke@unionwater.ca 1615 Union Ave, Box 340, Ruthven, ON, N0P 2G0
Union Water Supply System (UWSS) – Andrew Plancke, aplancke@unionwater.ca 1615 Union Ave, Box 340, Ruthven, ON, N0P 2G0
ENWIN Utilities, on behalf of WUC – Christopher Manzon, cmanzon@enwin.com 4545 Rhodes Drive, P.O. Box 1625 Station A, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 5T1
ENWIN Utilities, on behalf of WUC – Christopher Manzon, cmanzon@enwin.com 4545 Rhodes Drive, P.O. Box 1625 Station A, Windsor, Ontario, N8W 5T1
Ideally, we would like to hire someone who is interested in (local) history, able to work independently, with excellent computer skills, has a good work ethic, and is comfortable dealing with the public.
Duties will include assisting with catalogue donations, filing, and research, along with helping visitors with their enquiries. Also, other duties as required.
Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2025.
KINGSVILLE ARCHIVES 40A Main Street West Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 1H3 kingsvillearchives@gmail.com 226-348-6377
PRIVATE HOUSEKEEPING CONTRACTOR looking for staff to clean at Erie Shores Hospice part-time including Sundays. Duties include general cleaning and other light chores. Drop off resume to Ivan at reception desk from 9:30 am to 5:00
greenhouse general labourers. $17.20/hr 50+ hours, 7 days/wk. Must be available Saturday & Sunday. Work site: 333 County Rd 18, Leamington ON, rural setting, must have own transportation. Crop maintenance and harvesting, other duties as required. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a repetitive basis, fast paced environment, strong work ethic, punctual, reliable. No experience or education required. Please apply via email: careers@ pinnacle-acres.com
ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20
Aries, this week your dreams might be a tool for gaining insight on what you want to accomplish. Although dreams can’t predict the future, they may reveal some of your subconscious desires.
TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21
Follow your instincts this week, Taurus, even if you’re more prone to reason than whimsy. Let the chips fall where they may and go with the flow.
GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21
This week can be all about feeding your mind, Gemini. Walk around a bookstore and pick up the first book that catches your eye, regardless of its subject matter.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22
Something may be worrying you lately, Cancer, but you can’t exactly put your finger on it. Talk about your feelings with others as another person may have a different perspective.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23
Leo, seize an opportunity to pursue the things that you want most of all. Use this week to map out a plan and then get started on all of the steps before you reach your goal.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22
Check out ways that you can advance your career or education this week. The energy around you is favoring growth, so now is the time to take advantage and learn a new skill.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23
Others trust your opinions because your intuition tends to be spot on, Libra. When a friend comes to you this week
asking for some advice, you will not hesitate.
SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22
Use your creativity to make things happen this week, Scorpio. This may not produce a finished product, but it could be about an innovative way to approach a task or problem.
SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21
Figure out some new ways to expand your horizons this week, Sagittarius. Identify means to personal growth, including educational opportunities.
CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20
Capricorn, it is important to step out of your routine every so often to increase your knowledge and expand your horizons. This is one of those weeks to do so.
AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18
Are you satisfied with your career, Aquarius? If you have been mulling a career change, this could be the week to start moving your chess pieces around.
PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20
Pisces, don’t worry too much about the changes that lie ahead this week. You have a more adaptable nature than you might realize. As changes come your way, embrace them.
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
MAY 25
MAY 26
MAY 27 - Lily-Rose Depp, Actress
MAY 28 - Colbie Caillat, Singer
MAY 29 - Mel B, Singer (50)
MAY 30 - Idina Menzel, Actress (54)
MAY 31 - Clint Eastwood, Director (95)
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, May 20, there were 44 senior men’s league players who tackled the challenging Talbot Trail course on a very cool, windy day. Hopefully Mother Nature will soon send us some warmer weather.
On Tuesday there were two long putt winners. Scott Girardin drained a fantastic putt 31 feet on #2. Fuzzy sank a dazzling putt on #7 from 20 feet. Ken Kreuger fired a magnificent shot on #9 to within nine feet to win the CP.
Kreug also scored a masterful 38 despite the poor weather conditions. Both John Liddell and Paul Carioli shot terrific 42s. Superb results of 43 were achieved by Chopper and Pearcie. Fuzzy and Rick Thompson played very well as they earned solid 44s.
Others who shot less than 50 were Schmitty, BW, Neil Adamson, Nasher, Paul Harrison, Wiz, Dave Clark, and Doug Langlois.
There were three nifty 50 players: Carl Robinson, JD and Al Zanuttini.
With more normal weather conditions around the horizon, more players are expected to rejoin the league and the scores to improve.
“Just Have Fun!’
The Leamington Whitecaps U11 rep girls softball team travelled to Waterloo this past weekend to take on some tough competition from large cities. The girls’ hard work early in the season paid off as they came home with the Silver Medal after losing a back-and-forth game with Waterloo in the finals. The team had their bats come to life as the girls were delivering big hits all weekend. Strong pitching, good defense and aggressive base running contributed to the team success. In front are Gia
and
Epplett.
Thanks to Marg Franklin and Karen Deyell for the assortment of delicious donuts for the refreshments. After singing O Canada accompanied by Doreen Armstrong on piano, Debbie Ottley
welcomed everyone and went through what was on the club’s agenda.
The next Bingo will be on Wednesday, June 4 for $2. Judy Taylor will handle the refreshments. The time is 1 p.m. for refresh-
ments and 1:30 for Bingo. Thanks to Janet Hewett and Pauline Sample for running the Bingo. The winners were Barb Siddall, Debbie Ottley, Judy Taylor, Marg Franklin, Carol Mady and Mary
Hairsine.
The 50/50 winners were Janet Hewett and Dianne Lenarduzzi.
On Friday, May 30 from 10-11 a.m. there will be a Water Painting Class.
The quilting ladies are still looking for more quilters to teach if they’re interested but inexperienced on Mondays or Thursdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Forms are available to sign up to be a member of the board. Everyone’s help is needed.
Cornhole will be starting on June 11 at 1 p.m.
Please check with Judy Taylor and Linda Niehus.
On Saturday, June 14, the Friendship Club will be taking part in the Town
Wide Yard Sale. Donations will be welcome for the Treasure Room.
On Wednesday, June 18 the Friendship Club will celebrate its Senior of the Year — a man this year. Ballots are in the hall. June 29 is the Fish Festival Parade and the club will have a car in the parade carrying the Senior of the Year.
The Exercise Room, Billiards, Darts and Cornhole are available for $2.
The foot nurse Jessica Rodzik Couto is available by appointment. Call 519990-7308. Cost is $35.
To contact the Wheatley & District Friendship Club, email wheatleyfriendship@gmail.com or call 519-825-4870.
By Emery Stapleton
It’s was a big week of Leamington District Secondary School athletics!
Fourteen LDSS athletes competed at SWOSSAA in track and field this past Wednesday and Thursday. Several qualified for OFSAA West.
Leamington’s star athlete, Dakari Milks, competed in the senior boys 100m and 200m, setting SWOSSAA records in both events with times of 10.68 and 21.44! Kirby Polius won the 100m and finished 2nd in the 200m for the novice boys. Kevin Khliv came 2nd in the long jump and 5th in novice boys triple jump. Ellie Reiter finished 2nd in the junior girls 3000m and 4th in the 1500m. Her younger sister Morgan finished 2nd in the 3000m and 3rd in the 1500m for the novice girls. Henry Heaton placed 3rd in senior boys shot put and Tamara McLean placed 5th in senior girls shot put. Ahmed al Khaled took 3rd in the 100m and 2nd in the 800m. William Taing came 2nd in the
100m and 4th in the 800m. Congratulations to all the athletes and good luck in the next round of competitions!
The junior boys soccer team played a tough match last Tuesday against Cardinal Carter. A heavy rain did very little to help the boys against the top ranked team, resulting in the Lions succumbing 9-0 to the Cougars.
The boys came back on Friday and played Tecumseh Vista in their first away game. The hard-fought game ended in a tie with goals being scored by Muhammed Alacatiy and Reid Charles.
The team is looking for a win on Tuesday against seventh place Belle River.
The LDSS junior girls soccer team played L’Essor on Friday. The girls worked tirelessly, but the rain and strong opponent created an obstacle that they couldn’t overcome, and they lost 5-0.
The Lions were hoping to bounce back on Monday against Tecumseh Vista on their home field.
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging motorcyclists and drivers to avoid behaviours and actions that caused or contributed to last year’s historic 57 motorcyclist deaths on OPP-patrolled roads.
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A first-year Sports and Recreation Management student at St. Clair College was the first recipient of the Liz and Dave Campbell Scholarship. Asher Lavoie received the $1,000 scholarship through the St. Clair Alumni to help with his studies going forward. Asher is also a linebacker with the St. Clair Saints football team. The Campbells — from Leamington — say they want to give back to the sports community since it’s been so good to them over the years. The newly created scholarship will be an annual undertaking. From left are Sports Management Instructor Dave Orshinsky, Asher Lavoie, Liz Cambell and Dave Campbell.
Excessive speed, losing control, failing to yield right of way, improper passing and driver inattention were leading causes or contributing factors in last year’s motorcyclist fatalities.
The 18 riders who were not at fault in the fatal collisions that took their lives are a stark reminder that even the safest of motorcyclists are vulnerable to motorists who fail to share the road safely with them.
Riders between 25-34 years of age accounted for the highest number of motorcyclist deaths (15) on OPP-patrolled roads in 2024, followed by riders in the 65-74 age group (12).
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The Lakeside Park cafeteria building was erected in 1923 just
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was originally designed as an “eating house” on the main floor, while dressing rooms for bathers were provided on the lower level. The structure was eventually demolished by M & H Wrecking of Windsor in 1969 for $1400.
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May 28, 1986 - One of Leamington’s oldest and most historic buildings -
the installation. They are, left to right,
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Together we raised $120,000
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