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Tecumseh looses its ‘Little Big Man’ A Memorial Tribute to Duff Lemire |
 On December 7, 2005, the Town of Tecumseh lost one of its long time residents, Mr. Adolphe (Duff) Lemire. The Lemire family has been part of the fabric of this community since dating back to the mid 1800’s. The community pride of Duff’s father and his grandfather was passed down to him, a pride he displayed at every opportunity and in recent years through his founding work and continued involvement in the Tecumseh Area Historical Society. Although small in stature, Duff’s contributions to th... [read more]
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Transition to City water service on course |
The Town of Tecumseh’s water service will be supplied by the City of Windsor some time in March, 2006. The Town has removed old watermains and installed the interconnections required. What’s left is valve installation on the City of Windsor’s end and then the transition will take place, which Mayor Gary McNamara says will not be noticed by residents.
The Town’s Water treatment Plant will remain in operation until the switch over to Windsor water is complete. The WTP will then be decommissione... [read more]
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Input on rail plans to come in due time |
 Any future plans for improving the CP rail line – including twinning of the tracks and grade separated crossings – will require an Environmental Assessment, and through that process, Tecumseh and Lakeshore as well as other proponents, will have the opportunity for input on the plans, Tecumseh Mayor Gary McNamara says.
Recent word on the near completed Rail Rationalization Study, undertaken by the City of Windsor through $350,000 in federal funding from the Border Infrastructure Fund, has C... [read more]
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Campaigns surge toward federal election day – January 23, Local candidates |
It was full speed ahead on the campaign trail as local candidates and federal leaders rapidly shook off a holiday lull. As this paper issue goes to press, the English leadership debate was being televised Monday, January 9, 2006 and the election will take place after the print deadline for the Tribune’s January 24 issue.
In the riding of Essex, Conservative incumbent Jeff Watson keeps a relentless pace with challenges from the formidable Susan Whelan, Liberal Candidate and former Cabinet Minis... [read more]
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Essex incumbent Conservative
Jeff Watson
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Essex Liberal
candidate Susan Whelan
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Essex NDP
candidate
Taras Natyshak
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Essex Green Party
candidate
James McViety
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Essex MLPC
candidate
Robert Cruise
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Windsor-Tecumseh MLPC candidate
Laura Chesnik
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Windsor- Tecumseh Liberal candidate
Bruck Easton
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Windsor- Tecumseh NDP incumbent
Joe Comartin
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Windsor-Tecumseh Conservative
candidate
Rick Fuschi
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Windsor- Tecumseh Green Party
candidate
Catherine Pluard
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Town Hall coming along |
The $1.5 million Tecumseh Town Hall renovation project has seen a real push in the past week. There’s a strong possibility the January 24 council meeting will be in the “new” chamber (check the Town’s web site www.tecumseh.ca to confirm location) as the move back in begins this weekend and will take place over the next two weeks.
The Town’s offices have been at their interim location in the public works building on Lacasse Boulevard – with Building and Planning Services at Tecumseh Arena – si... [read more]
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Public meeting on Maidstone Secondary Plan scheduled |
A public meeting on the approved secondary plan for future development of Maidstone Hamlet takes place on January 30, 2006, 7:00p.m. at St. Mary’s Church Hall.
The meeting is to review the Town’s response in meeting minor changes to the secondary plan that were requested by the province.
Due to the unique nature in which the secondary plan was developed, “at the grass roots level with input from the residents,” Mayor Gary McNamara says it is appropriate to review the final plan with the r... [read more]
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What’s in Store for Elementary Students in 2006 from the Ministry of Education |
I hope students in the elementary schools received some work-out gear for Christmas to bring to school in the New Year. The Minister of Education in Ontario , Mr. Gerard Kennedy, is expecting Daily Physical Activity (DPA) to be introduced and implemented during January of 2006 in all schools.
Policy/Program Memorandum No. 138, issued on Oct. 6, 2005 requires all Grade 1-8 students to receive 20 minutes of daily physical activity. So during the January-June timeframe, ALL students should be ex... [read more]
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Liver Foundation offers free program |
It is important to know that if you are living with liver disease you don’t have to do it alone! When you are coping with a serious illness, it helps to have someone to talk to who knows what you’re going through.
The Windsor-Essex Liver Foundation’s “Living with Liver Disease Program” offers patients, family members and friends an opportunity to learn about the disease and how to cope. It also provides a valuable forum for patients to connect with one another, share their experiences and ... [read more]
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Town expects announcement for Manning funding soon |
Though other announcements tied to federal funding have been postponed due to the general election, Tecumseh is expecting to hear soon from the province on an application for $5.5 million to fund expansion of Manning Road from the VIA tracks to County Road 22.
This is the last piece of Manning that has to be improved - the provincial-federal commitment to expand Manning from County Road 22 to the 401 is in the works but still years away. Tecumseh is taking care of Manning to the north of the ... [read more]
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Budget |
Tecumseh’s 2006 budget has been in administrative preparation for the past eight weeks and Council’s budget sessions are slated to begin in two weeks.
“We should have the 2006 budget in place in February,” Tecumseh Mayor Gary McNamara said in an interview on January 9, 2006. “It looks like the increase will be inflationary - no surprises,” he said pointing out that the lifecycle costing program the Town began last year helps to ensure infrastructure needs are met. In 10 years the Town’s infra... [read more]
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Working smoke alarms: |
The Ontario Fire Marshal has announced changes to the Ontario Fire Code, making it mandatory for every Ontario household to have a working smoke alarm on every level and outside all sleeping areas. It covers single family, semi-detached and town homes, whether owner- occupied or rented. the new regulation signed by Community Safety Minister Monte Kwinter will see the law into effect on March 1, 2006. Non compliance with the Fire Code smoke alarm requirements could result in a ticket for $235 or... [read more]
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Baseball Club wants you |
Become a member of a proud Tecumseh institution.
The Tecumseh Baseball Club will be holding elections for executives and directors at large on Tuesday, January 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in Gene’s Cabin at Lacasse Park.
All interested in getting involved are welcome to attend.
As well, anyone interested in coaching (Tecumseh Thunder) is asked to attend.
Looking forward to another successful season! ... [read more]
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Come Join Us! |
Are you between the ages of 10-21 or an adult who enjoys working with youth? If so, come discover 4-H. As a youth, you have the opportunity to learn new skills, attend camps, workshops, fun events. As an adult volunteer, you can help young people develop the skills they need to become successful, responsible citizens. A 4-H club consists of a minimum of six eligible aged youth and a screened adult volunteer. As a club leader, you use “hands-on” learning to teach members a topic of interest.... [read more]
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