Archive for July, 2010
THURSDAY, JULY 8/10
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-Malahide Council, 8 pm
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OBITS:
-MARY ZACHARIAS; of St.Thomas; on July 6; in her 59th year; Survivors include: mother Agatha Zacharias and sister Kathy, both of Aylmer; She was born in Mexico. Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9; Funeral Saturday at Church of God, John St. South at 2 pm.
-MARIA KLASSEN; of Langton; on July 7; aged 82 years; Survivors include husband Peter and children Peter (Cathy) Klassen, Mary (Jake) Zacharias, Margaret (Frank) Voth, and Abe (Cheryl) Klassen – all of Eden; Funeral arrangements through Ostranders of Tillsonburg.
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“‘FRONT ROW SEATS’ THURSDAYS IN ‘TANews’ “
(by Dave Ferguson)
” Welcome to the inaugural space for entertainment listings for around the county and up your block. The intent of this space is to have a one stop shop for all to check out entertainment listings.
Since this is in the infancy stages I’m not plugged into everyone’s schedule, so this site is only as good as the information provided. Please send me an email to dferguson@frontrowseats.ca on info concerning any event(s) of entertainment within Elgin County. However if you call Elgin County home and perform outside the confines of our boundary that information is also something that should be posted.
During the crawl, walk, run evolution with this space I will migrate into areas of reviews and entertainment stories/news. My background in the music industry and journalistic endeavours for a myriad of entertainment publications can hopefully provide an asset to this site.”
JULY LISTINGS:
Theatre
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June 30th – July 17th – BBQ King by Mark Brownell and Steve Thomas
July 21st – August 7th – Knickers A Brief Comedy by Sarah Quick
Music:
Every Wednesday Open Mike Night @ M.E. & Suzies in Port Stanley from 8PM to 11PM – bring your own instruments
Saturday Jul 24th – Carshow @ Aylmer Tire 2PM Music provided by The Amazing Cropdusters
Saturday Jul 24th – Jammin In The Cabin @ Pinecroft from 2PM – 4PM
Saturday Jul 24th - Pet Show – Helping Paws Rescue & Elgin Feeds Ltd.
Held at the Kinsmen Pavillion in Kinsmen Park. This fun filled family event will raise awareness regarding unwanted pets and the need to have your pets spayed or neutered. A variety of vendors will be present displaying quality products. Demonstrations on training your adopted pet. Fundraising BBQ will assist Helping Paws Rescue to help dogs get vet care and find them loving homes.
Sunday Jul 25th – Terry Sumsion @ Pinecroft contact 519 773 3435
Saturday Jul 31st – Jammin In The Cabin @ Pinecroft from 2PM – 4PM
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AYLMER FIRE CALLS:
-July 1st, 22:23 hours, kitchen/stove fire on Maple St., there was minimal damage to the residence. One person from the residence was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene by EMS. 14 firefighters attended the scene.
-July 6th, 16:59 hours, Carbon Monoxide alarm call John St. South, detector malfunction. 9 firefighters attended the scene.
-July 6th, 17:52 hours, Carbon Monoxide alarm call John St. South (different residence) alarm required new batteries. 11 firefighters
attended scene.
-Reminder: Residents need to read the instructions for their Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Alarms and know how they operate. If the detectors are battery operated or have a battery back-up, make sure to replace the batteries as described in the operating instructions. Further information about Carbon Monoxide Safety can be found at: http://www.safetyinfo.ca/home_safety/articles/co_more.asp
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 7/10
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AYLMER/EAST ELGIN TODAY:
-(Fri-Sun: Free Fishing licences for fishing at Springwater on south side of pond)
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OBITS:
-JOSEF BLASZCZAK; of St.Thomas; on July 6; in his 88th year; Survivors include: daughter Barb (Norm) Ostrander of Aylmer; Josef was born in Poland; Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Thursday 2-4 and 7-9; Funeral at Kebbels Friday at 11 am.
-ISAAK WALL; of Terrace Lodge; on July 5; in his 89th year; Isaak was born in Manitoba. Visitation today at Kebbel Funeral Home 7-9 pm; Funeral Thursday at 2 pm at Reinland Mennonite Church.
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“WAS THE COCAINE FOR TOOTHPASTE?”
(BAYHAM) (From Elgin OPP) – “On July 1, around 4PM, a 27 year old Bayham man was traveling on Vienna Line east of Woodworth Road, in Bayham when he noticed a black shaving kit laying in the centre of the roadway. Concerned about the kit the male stopped and picked it up. The kit contained prescription and illegal drugs. The kit contained: 3g Cocaine , 9g Marihuana, Nexstar SX external Hard drive, and various toiletries . Police are currently in the process of trying to determine the owner of the property and drugs.”
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“AYLMER RETAILER JEFF SMITH WINS AWARD”
(AYLMER, ON, CANADA, June 30, 2010 – From Stanford’s Website) – ” Stanford Who’s Who has named Jeff Smith as an Executive of the Year in acknowledgement of his phenomenal professional career. In his position as President of Law Enforcement Training & Supplies, Mr. Smith has consistently performed at a sensational level while displaying the leadership, dedication and diligence required to be considered among the elite. Jeff has risen to the pinnacle of his profession as a result of his determination as well as the demonstration of his outstanding work ethic, combined with his extensive knowledge and magnificent management skills. Law Enforcement Training and Supplies provides supplies and equipment for police services, including uniforms, heavy duty belts, flashlights and holsters. They also offer training and certification services.
Mr. Smith is constantly working to bring change and growth to the company. He is a member of the Law Commission of Canada and Canadian Federation of Independent Business.”
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“SOUTH BAYHAM POWER OUT 9am-2:30 pm”
(VIENNA) – About 600 South Bayham residents were without power between 9am and 2:30 pm yesterday when a transformer near here failed, probably due to demands caused by yesterday’s heat. Hydro One Aylmer Supervisor Tim Stafford said they brought in a portable transformer to correct the problem. The transformer that failed will be replaced . The Portable Transformer will be in place for some weeks while repairs are made. Mr. Stafford said no other major or minor outages have been reported in the past few days because of the heat.
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“AYLMER POLICE REPORT:”
-A wallet was taken from an unlocked car at a Forest St. residence in the afternoon on July 1st; the wallet was found with cash and cards missing in a neighbour’s yard.
-In Elgin court recently, a 38-year old Aylmer man was found not guilty by a jury of sexual exploitation and sexual assault charges after a March/08 incident involving his 16 year old daughter.
-Also in court, a 53-year old St.Thomas man was given a suspended sentence and two years probation and a lifetime weapons ban for a July 30/09 robbery at Shoppers DrugMart in Aylmer in which use of a weapon was threatened and some drugs taken. He had been in custody since.
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TUESDAY. JULY 6/10
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AYLMER/EAST ELGIN TODAY:
-EECC (Arena) Youth Program begins (see story)
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“ELGIN HEALTH UNIT ISSUES ‘HEAT ALERT’ !!! – 2 pm”
(Elgin County) – “The Acting Medical Officer of Health has issued a HEAT ALERT for Elgin County for the next few days. Based on the Environment Canada forecast, the humidex is forecast to rise to 40° Celsius or higher with an Environment Canada Smog/ Ministry of the Environment Smog Alert. It is of concern that the citizens of Elgin County especially the elderly living in apartments or homes without air conditioning, need to seek relief from the heat. We need to protect those most at risk such as the elderly and babies and the homeless.”
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“NEW SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY”
Librarian Colleen Devos is still busy organizing the Springfield Library after its opening in the new Malahide Community Hall Saturday. (Click)
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MALAHIDE FIRE CALLS: -”Assist Avon Drive Barn Fire”
25 Malahide firemen provided assistance to Thames Centre Fire Dept. early Friday morning – about 1:30 am – for a fire that destroyed a barn and 16 herd of cattle at 4836 Avon Drive, east of Avon. Damage was estimated at $375,000
Other calls:
-11:33 a.m. – July 1, 2010 – Station #2, 48852 Brook Line, Grass Fire
– 6:07 p.m. – July 1, 2010 – Station # 4, 49334 Crossley-Hunter Line, Medical Assist
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“COOL OFF DURING HEAT WAVE AT ARENA!!!”
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“SOME …’DON’T HAVE MUCH TIME’ FOR TIM HORTONS!!!”
(AYLMER) A transport truck driver from Windsor found a quick parking space while going in to the west end Tim Hortons about 9:30 am Friday – he left his truck in the middle turning lane ! Aylmer Police charged him with illegal use of the centre lane.
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“EECC SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM BEGINS TODAY”
(AYLMER) – (Info provided by Jennifer Vanhie of EECC) East Elgin Community Complex will host a Youth Drop-In Summer Program beginning today. It will run Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursdays for 5 of the next 6 weeks (not week of July 26) from 10 am to 3 pm.
Cost: $5/participant
Who: Offered for children 6yrs to 14 years
What to Bring: Participants need to bring their own lunches & snacks. Public skating is included in the cost and happens on Wednesdays. Participants can bring their own skates or they can rent skates for $2.
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“CHARGE AFTER INCIDENT INVOLVING 9-YEAR OLD”
(AYLMER) A 21-year old Aylmer male has been arrested and held in custody after an incident involving a nine-year old girl in Lions Park Sunday evening about 8 pm. The girl’s parents were in the Park at the time – the girl was playing with a friend by the woods. So far the male has only been charged with a breach of his recognizance which included avoiding children and parks after a court appearance in January involving indecent acts and children in Malahide. The police investigation is continuing.
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“COUNCIL TENDERS TOWN HALL WINDOWS”
(AYLMER) – At Mondays meeting, Aylmer Council awarded a tender for the replacement of 21 windows in the Town Hall to Aylmer Glass and Mirror at a cost of $18,426 – one of two tenders that were submitted.
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MONDAY, JULY 5/10
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AYLMER/EAST ELGIN TODAY:
-Aylmer Pool lessons begin
-Aylmer Council, 7 pm
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This was the line-up entering the Aylmer Pool for public swimming this afternoon. Lessons began today at the Pool. (Click)
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OBITS:
-RALPH SCOTT; of Pt. Burwell; in his 56th year; on July 3; Survivors include: Sister Carol Couture of Pt. Burwell. Visitation at Ostranders, Tillsonburg Monday 6-9 pm; Funeral Tuesday at 3 pm.
-GRANT BARTLETT; formerly of Langton; aged 94 years; on July 3; Survivors include: Daughters Bonnie (Sam) Taylor and Lois (Tom) Millard of Pt. Burwell; Visitation at Ostranders, Tillsonburg Tuesday 11-1 pm; Funeral Tuesday at 1 pm.
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“FRUIT STAND UPDATE (from Dick Saarloos, BerryHill)”
“Strawberries are pretty much done; Raspberries coming on strong. It’ll be a good year for raspberries. Red, Black and later, Purple.”
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“INJURIES IN MALAHIDE ACCIDENT” (From Elgin OPP)
(LUTON) – “On Thursday 24th June around 2:30 pm, police came across a three vehicle motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Imperial Road and John wise Line, Malahide Twp. Vehicle 1 – Grey Ford Freestar, 71 Year old male driver from Bayham Township. Two females and a baby were passengers in the vehicle. Two female passengers transported to hosptial with minor injuries. Vehicle 2 – Silver Dodge SLT extended cab pickup, 73 year old male driver from Malahide Township. One female passenger in vehicle. Female transported to hospital with minor injuries. Vehicle 3 – Blue GMC Safari. 40 year old male driver from Bayham. Seven children were passengers in the vehicle. No persons injured.
Synopsis: V3 was stationary at the eastbound stop sign at John Wise Line &Imperial Road. V1 travelling west bound on John Wise line, stopped at stop sign and then proceeded across Imperial rod and was struck in the centre by V2 that was traveling at approximately 70kph, southbound on Imperial Road. V1 was propelled across roadway due to the impact and struck V3. The driver of V1 is charged with failing to yield to traffic on thru highway.
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“AYLMER ROOKIE BALL REPORT (by richard broer)”
“With the top 2 teams in the rookie division facing off there were 43 total runs scored between the Aylmer A’s and Dorchester Dolphins. The A’s won the game with a final score of 22 – 21 in the bottom of the last inning while fielding the minimum required 8 players. Leading the way with 5 hits were Chase Wittland, Quentin Issac, Devon Kellington, Seth Hedges and Ryan Nancekivell. Bryce Walcarius and Evan Jones had 3 hits each while Andie Wittland pounded 2 hits. Games at Steen Park at 6:15 pm on Thursdays.”
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“AYLMER FIREWORKS DREW LARGE CROWD”
(Info from Dick Campbell, Kinsmen Fireworks Organizer) “We think that the crowd was a fair bit larger than the past. We have a budget of $7,500.00 for the display. Over all we had a great day, all the events that were planned by the staff of the E.E.C.C, the entertainment and fire works.”
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SATURDAY. JULY 3/10
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AYLMER/EAST ELGIN TODAY:
-William Rokeby Benefit; Rokeby Orchards; 2 pm
-Aylmer Pool Open (see yesterday’s times)
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OBITS:
-RON BARKER; of R.1 Belmont; in his 73rd year; on July 1st; Survivors include: daughter Deb (Robert) McFarlan of Belmont; Visitation Sunday 1-4 pm at Kebbel Funeral Home; Funeral Monday at Kebbels at 11 am.
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“NEW SPRINGFIELD LIBRARY OPEN TODAY!”
“THE SURVEY SAYS……….”
FRIDAY/ JULY 2/10
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AYLMER/EAST ELGIN TODAY:
-(Sat. – Fundraiser for William Rokeby at Rokeby Orchards, 2 pm)
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“AYLMER POLICE REPORT:”
-A Dell laptop was lost last Thursday after it fell off the top of a vehicle travelling between Springfield and Aylmer; contact Aylmer Police if you have information.
-Aylmer Police remind motorists to stay out of construction zones -ie. Fourth Ave. – a driver was issued a warning after driving through the ‘Road Closed’ section last Friday.
-A 40-year old Aylmer man was charged with possession of a controlled substance last Thursday about 8:30 am after being stopped on his bike uptown by Aylmer Police. Several storeowners became suspicious after the man was in their stores asking ‘seeking unclaimed jewellery’. Police found a pen with 13 oxycontin tablets inside after a search of the man.
-A 71 year old Malahide male was found guilty in Elgin court last week of impaired driving from a May 9 incident and fined $1000 and given a one year driving suspension.
-An apartment window east of the Bank of Nova Scotia was smashed last Saturday night about 9:30 ; Police are looking for a male in his mid-30s wearing a fishing hat.
-Sometime over Sunday night a 1994 GMC Sierra red pickup was stolen from a Melanie Drive residence – the keys were in the ignition.
-Aylmer Police conducted a search of a Talbot Street East downtown apartment Monday afternoon. Three adults and a 17-year old male were charged with production of marijuana after 14 plants were found – a quantity of oxycontin was also discovered. Arrested were a 47-year old female, a 51-year old male, and an 18-year old male as well as the 17-year old.
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“AYLMER POOL WEEKEND HOURS:”
Sat/Sun = 12pm – 1:30 Family & adult swim; 1:30pm - 4:30 Public swim.
Sat -5:30pm - 7:00 Family Swim
Sun-7:00pm - 8:30 Public Swim
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“NEIGHBOUR COULD HAVE GOT A ‘DOUBLE CHARGE’!”
(AYLMER)-A Forest Street apartment resident reported to Police after midnight last Thursday that his electricity was “being stolen”. He noticing his lights continually flickering and he checked his neighbour’s meter adjoining his balcony and saw the neighbour had no meter change despite his lights being on. Police are still investigating.
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“A READER WRITES:”
“Re-Splashpad: When the arena fund raising drive was starting, I remember that a concern of many older citizens was that this construction would delay construction of a badly needed indoor pool for Aylmer. Our leaders at the time assured us that the pool would be coming in the near future and now that the near future is history when is our community going to start seriously thinking about that promised center?” – Vern Robertshaw
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“KEITH FALCONER RETIRES AT EESS”
“SUMMERS CORNERS STUDENT GETS MP’s AWARD”
(From MP Joe Preston’s Website) Brandon Card was awarded First Place in the 2010 Elgin-Middlesex-London Poster Challenge. Card, a Grade 6 Student at Summer’s Corners, submitted his poster under the theme “My Canada is….”. Posters submitted to the constituency office were voted on by the general public who visited the office. Card’s poster depicted the 2010 Winter Olympics, a totem pole, a beaver and the mountains. Preston presented Card with a limited edition 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics Jacket.
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