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Vote by mail approved for municipal elections |
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Tecumseh Council has authorized using vote by mail as an alternative voting method for the 2006 municipal elections scheduled to take place on November 13, this year.
“Voting by Mail” entails providing a Vote by Mail Kit to every elector in the municipality. The kit consists of a voting instruction sheet, a composite ballot, an inner ballot envelope coded with the Ward, a security slip and an outer return envelope. Completed ballots may be returned to the Ballot Return Station at Tecumseh... [read more] |
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Chung Oh’s School’s mature Canadian champs… |
 Tae Kwon Moo do Championship held at Conestoga College in Kitchener earlier this month.
The celebrated local winners are, foreground (from left): Ned Mladenovic - first place for Patterns in Men’s Black Belt Seniors; Art Vermette - first place in Sparring and third in Patters for Men’s Red and Black Belt Seniors; Sheila Baillargeon - third in Sparring and third in Patterns for Ladies Green Belt Executive, April McKinnon, competing in Ladies Yellow Belt Executives took third in Sparring and 3rd... [read more]
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From The Archives |
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Grand Knight gives on his birthday… |
 The Knights of Columbus Fr. Nicholas Pointe Council here in Tecumseh hosted a blood donor clinic on April 13, 2006 where Grand Knight Mike Marcoux marked his 41st birthday by donating blood for his 25th time. Assisting in the noble birthday venture is Tecumseh’s Linda Scholl, a phlebotomist with Canadian Blood Services. ... [read more]
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Local youth take top spots in All Canadian Tae Kwon Moo Do Championship |
 Chung Oh’s School of Tae Kwon Do, in Tecumseh, is proudly celebrating the accomplishments of its young students who recently competed in the All Canadian Tae Kwon Moo Do Championship. Nine students under the tutelage of Master Instructor Thomas Oh and Junior Instructor Adam Liscio were awarded at the Championships that took place on April 1, 2006, in Kitchener at Conestoga College.
Pictured above, front row (from left) Juno Oh - 2nd place Sparring, Tiny Green and Blue Belt division; Christoph... [read more] |
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Province recognizes local volunteers |
 Ontario honoured 237 volunteers from Windsor-Essex County on April 12, 2006 at the Ontario Volunteer Service Awards reception held at the Caboto Club in Windsor.
The theme “Volunteers Build Communities” celebrated the dedication of about 100,000 volunteers in the province this year, recognizing five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40 and 50-plus continuous years of service to a single organization. Youth are recognized for two or more years service.
Total years of service represented at this ceremon... [read more]
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Town’s Police Service Board |
Police Service Board (PSB) member Tom Fuerth has been re-elected chair of the Tecumseh PSB. Doreen Ouellette continues as vice chairperson. In minutes received by Council on April 11, Essex OPP Detachment commander Doug Babbitt reported 2005 case clearance rates of 85.7% for sexual assaults and 12.36% for break and enters.
PSB meetings are open to the public and the next is on April 27, 4:00 p.m. at Town Hall in council chambers. ... [read more]
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Free rink times promote Inline league |
The Novelletto Rosati Complex (NRC) in Mic Mac Park – Windsor welcomes girls and boys of all ages who might be interested in the relatively new sport of Inline Hockey in Windsor, to visit the NRC on Saturday, April 22 and Sunday April 23 and try out the new Activecourt Sports Floor, in the air conditioned arena at no obligation. With support of National Inline Hockey Association (NIHA) and Ontario Minor Roller Hockey Association, Windsor Inline has been established and boasts the best amenitie... [read more]
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Get rowing! |
The LaSalle Rowing Club will soon begin its "Introduction To Rowing" Classes as the club recruits new members for the 2006 rowing season.
These intensive training sessions cost 60 dollars. They're held in three-hour stints on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday mornings of each weekend, beginning on Friday, May 6th, and running throughout the summer as long as there’s a demand.
The LaSalle Rowing Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching and promoting the sport of rowing. ... [read more]
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Theatre Windsor brings Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution to stage |
Theatre Windsor, "a theatre for everyone" continues its 19th Season with the Agatha Christie mystery "Witness for the Prosecution". Only Agatha Christie could have conceived such a suspenseful thriller and then capped it with an uncanny triple flip ending. Winner of the New York Critics Circle Award and the Tony Award as the best foreign play of the year.
"Witness for the Prosecution" features Brian Caza in the role of Sir Wilfred Robarts Q.C. and Clinton Hammond as the accused murder... [read more]
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Are you on the Register of Electors? |
The Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario will be used to randomly select people to take part in a Citizens’ Assembly on Electoral Reform.
To be eligible to participate, you must be on the Register, advises Elections Ontario this month.
To confirm that you are on the Register of electors or to update your information, contact Elections Ontario at 1 866 771-6315 or visit: www.electionsontario.on.ca .
Elections Ontario is the non-partisan agency responsible for administering pro... [read more]
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Great Strides For Cystic Fibrosis |
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On Sunday, May 28, 2006 thousands will participate in more than thirty-five Great Strides walks across Canada.
The combined efforts of participants and volunteers will bring us one step closer to reaching the ultimate goal: a cure or an effective control for cystic fibrosis.
All money raised through pledges and donations will be used by the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CCFF) to fund cystic fibrosis research and treatment programs at thirty-eight Canadian Cystic Fibrosis clinics and ... [read more] |
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2nd Annual Landscape Show at Willistead Manor |
 The Friends of Willistead and the Greater Windsor Horticultural Society are teaming up once again to put on the 2nd Annual Landscape Show at Willistead Manor. The show will take place rain or shine (or even snow flurries as was the case last year!) on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday April 30 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Admission is $3 for adults, children under 12 free.
More and more homeowners are committed to making their homes a haven for relaxation and enjoyment and are looking for new and exc... [read more]
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Selling your home, the right way |
(NC)-Selling your home? Whatever your reason, there are some simple strategies that can help you get the most from your sale.
Marketing your home
Now that you're ready to sell, start thinking of your property as a product to bring to market.
Do major work in advance. Ask yourself if there are areas that need substantial work to make it sell quickly and at the best possible price.
According to the Appraisal Institute of Canada's 2004 Home Renovation Survey, when selling a ho... [read more]
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Housing will be affordable in 2006 |
(NC)-After shattering existing records from coast-to-coast in 2005, housing values are expected to moderate in most major centers in 2006. More balanced conditions should emerge in the year ahead, characterized by healthy inventory levels and less urgency in the marketplace, according to a report released by Re/Max.
The Re/Max Housing Market Outlook 2006 found that the vast majority of major Canadian markets surveyed are expecting modest price appreciation ranging from two to five per cent... [read more]
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2006 election |
Thus far, four members of council seeking re-election have filed nomination papers for the municipal election: Deputy Mayor Tom Burton, Councillor Marcel Blais (Ward 1), Councillor Guy Dorion (Ward 2) and Councillor Joe Bachetti (Ward 3).
Nomination forms must be filed with the Clerk’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on September 29, 2006. As per Ontario Regulation,the nomination filing fee is $200 for Head of Council and $100 for all other candidates, including school board trustee nominations.
The... [read more]
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8th Annual Lakeshore Open |
With golf season eagerly underway, the Town of Lakeshore announces the 8th Annual Lakeshore Open to take place on Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Rochester Place Golf Course and at Tilbury Golf & Curling Club. The proceeds of this year’s event will go to youth sports organizations in Lakeshore as well as the O.P.P.’s Project Lifesaver and the Windsor-Essex Downs Syndrome Parent Association.
The cost is $125 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, cart, barbeque lunch, steak barbeque dinner and ... [read more]
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Seat belt campaign this weekend! |
OPP Officers throughout the county are targeting drivers and passengers alike for the length of the spring seat belt campaign, which runs to Sunday April 23, 2006.
In a warm-up to this spring's seat belt campaign, officers from Windsor, Lasalle and the OPP conducted a joint forces seat belt initiative in the City on Dougall Ave. and on Amy Croft at Lakeshore Blvd on April 12, 2006. The OPP checked 400 vehicles and issued six offense notices for seat belt infractions and two other charges ... [read more]
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Free workshop on internet issues for parents |
Parents are invited to a free workshop at L'Essor High School presented by Detective Glenn Gervais of the Child Exploitation Unit, Windsor Police Service:. The workshop takes place on Wednesday, May 10, 2006, 7:00-8:30pm. Topics include: chat rooms, instant messaging dangers,predators, inappropriate web sites. Please call 979-2266 to register.... [read more]
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Tecumseh Council briefs ~ from April 11, 2006 |
• Adoption of the Building Services Committee minutes of April 6, 2006 indicate construction debris deposited in the drain on the west side of the 12th Concession Road will be investigated and removed; The long stagnant home construction at 1798 Lesperance Road has had an order issued to the owner advising that the building permit has been revoked and further, a second order is to be issued advising that the owner has 30 days to demolish the structure, otherwise the Municipality will have the wo... [read more]
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New, yet familiar territory |
After almost 25 years of public service in Essex County, former Town of Tecumseh/Township of Sandwich South Administrator, Gerry Sykes has ventured into new, yet familiar territory—the local real estate market.
As a Sales Representative for Royal Lepage Binder Real Estate, Gerry has been serving clients in Windsor and Essex County full time since October 2005. During this short period , he has already earned recognition as a Top Sales Performer in November, 2005, March, 2006 and as a ... [read more]
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Tecumseh proud of its innovation |
Tecumseh Council cited three recent initiatives they think merit nomination for the 2006 Municipal Innovation Awards. At Council’s regular meeting of April 11, administration was directed to answer the call for submissions for the Peter J. Marshall Municipal Innovation Awards, sponsored by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario.
The awards recognize municipal governments demonstrating excellence in the use of innovative aproaches and partnerships that produce tangible benefits to the c... [read more]
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Crime Stoppers Model Search |
The first annual Crime Stoppers Model Search will be held at Johnny Shotz in Tecumseh on Thursday, May 4, 2006. Contestants must be 19 years or older to enter. Entry fee in advance is $20; at the door that night the entry fee is $25. First prize winner will appear on all Crime Stoppers Harley Davidson Draw posters and flyers. Gift certificates compliments of Johnny Shotz will be awarded for 2nd through 10th place. Register online at www.catchcrooks.com. For further details call 255-6700 ext... [read more]
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Protect Yourself and Your Family With Critical Illness Insurance |
 A major illness can be a huge emotional burden for you and your family. Don't let it become a financial burden, too. Protect yourself against the potentially high costs of a serious illness with critical illness insurance.
Without this insurance, the odds are against you. Statistics show that at some point in their lives, most Canadians will face a life-threatening illness. If you're the major income earner in your family, that's bad financial news. In fact, a major illness can plac... [read more]
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Support Torch Run and memory of Const. Klyn |
On March 27, 2006, members of the Windsor Police Service were deeply saddened by the sudden passing of constable Troy Klyn, a well-respected member of the Service, at the age of 39.
Throughout his life Troy gave back to the community in many ways, most recently in his role as a Police Officer, and through volunteer work. Troy was a driving force behind the local Torch Run Fundraising efforts for the Ontario Special Olympics, and was recently recognized for his contributions.
In an... [read more]
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Tecumseh’s Committee of Adjustment |
The Planning Act provides that a municipal Council may appoint a Committee of Adjustment and empower the Committee to grant minor variances from the provisions of any by-law of the municipality that implements an Official Plan (i.e. building). The following members serve on Tecumseh’s Committee of Adjustment:
Brian Campeau, Duncan Hind, Henry Mergl, Paul Morand, Todd Mactier, Anthony Corona and Michael Quinn. ... [read more]
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Children’s Safety Village has highly sought Ford Senior Players Championship tickets! |
Golf enthusiasts take note of this great opportunity that benefits the Children’s Safety Village (CSV). Exclusive rights to sell advance tickets in Windsor/Essex and Chatham-Kent for the Ford Seniors Players Championship has been granted to the CSV. The tickets are valid any one day of the tournament which runs July 10-16, including practice rounds and the pro am.
As in the past 18 years, the event will be held at the TPC Michigan Course, in Dearborn, Michigan. The tournament moves to Balti... [read more]
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60th wedding anniversary |
 Jim & Lucy Gordon were married on April 24, 1946. They’ve built a loving family of 6 children, 14 grandchildren & 12 great-grandchildren. They will be celebrating with Family & Friends on Sunday, April 23, 2006 with a Mass of Thanksgiving at Ste. Anne Church, Tecumseh at 12:00 noon. A social for Family & Friends will follow at Willistead Manor, Windsor from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Congratulations Jim & Lucy!... [read more]
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City water coming through |
The Town of Tecumseh began receiving water from the Windsor Public Utilities Commission at 9:30 a.m., Friday, March 31, 2006.
In accordance with recent amendments to the Water Servicing agreement between the Town of Tecumseh and the Windsor Utilities Commission and the City of Windsor, the Tecumseh Water Treatment Plant will be turned over to Windsor, now responsible for future use of the WTP property which lies within City limits on Riverside Drive. The Deactivation Agreement is now bei... [read more]
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Generosity continues |
The 12-year Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) partnership that twinned Tecumseh with Tsumeb, Namibia, located on the Atlantic coast of southern Africa, continues to inspire generosity.
Tecumseh Fire Rescue hosts a dinner at the Hellenic Banquet Halls on May 27, 2006 to raise funds to provide a school library and playground equipment in Tsumeb. Overwhelming thanks from the children of Tsumeb when the fire truck was donated has compelled Tecumseh firefighters to take on this initiati... [read more]
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Set fixed provincial election date |
Legislation passed by the McGuinty Government sets scheduled election dates in Ontario so that they take place every four years. The next provincial election will take place on October 4, 2007. Disclosure of donations to political parties is also now the law. This legislation provides for real-time public disclosure of donations to political parties and leadership candidates. All contributions of over $100 have to be reported to Elections Ontario within 10 business days.
The public will be... [read more]
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Toldo receives Multicultural Council’s new award |
 The Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County (MCC) announces the recipient of a new community award. Tecumseh’s Anthony P. Toldo receives the first Champion Award honouring Canadian immigrants who help build and strengthen our community. Toldo will receive the Champion Award at the MCC's Harmony Gala on Wednesday, April 19, 2006 at the Ciociaro Club.
The Windsor area has the fourth largest immigrant population in Canada. The Champion Award was created by the Multicultural Counci... [read more]
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Tecumseh Road reconstruction progress |
By the end of this month, Lepera Contracting will have completed the installation of storm sewer and catch basins, removal of the existing pavement and road excavation on Tecumseh Road, including placing of the granular base. Reconnection of existing storm drains and reconnection of existing water services has also been recently completed. Traffic has been reduced to a single lane because of the construction activities and motorists should continue to expect delays in this area. Though diffic... [read more]
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Saving for a downpayment |
(NC)-For many first-time home-buyers, saving for a downpayment can be a challenge. Often the cost of daily living expenses (i.e. rent, groceries and bills) can take up a large portion of a first-time homebuyer's income, leaving little money for savings. A disciplined savings plan is crucial to prepare for a home purchase. Fortunately, most financial institutions today offer no downpayment financing to assist homebuyers (some conditions do apply).
When saving for a home, three important questi... [read more]
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WLO future |
Windsor Light Opera is ecstatic to announce it has secured the rights to the Broadway hit and Tony award winning production Miss Saigon. This will be a Canadian community theatre first as the rights have just been released for non-professional companies.
Windsor Light Opera will present Miss Saigon as it’s spring show in April of 2007. The WLO current show The Sound of Music is selling out quickly, and it will be followed by the newly revived Broadway hit Damn Yankees (which Starred Jerry Le... [read more]
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