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Hair today, gone tomorrow for T2B’s sake |
 The students of École Secondaire L'Essor just keep on giving to Transition to Betterness (T2B), a local charity which supports cancer patients and their families.
On Wednesday, May 31. 2006, in the new auditorium at L’Essor, four students had their hair cut as part of T2B’s Hair to Share program to support cancer patients. With the cut-a-thon pledges and Club De Sang’s yogurt sales in the cafeteria, their proud presentation to T2B totaled $1,255.
In exceeding their $1,000 goal, math teache... [read more]
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Grade 11 student Stella Drouillard had her hair cut for the T2B cause. L’Essor’s Club De Sang has been participating in the T2B cut-a-thon program for two years now and has grossed $1800.00.
Their ongoing T2B fundraising included Hat Day on June 2, where students bought the right to wear hats in school.
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Sign promotion for Town |
 On Saturday June 3, 2006, Tecumseh Council received $10,000 toward new signage for the Town from a company called Kalitec which was participating in the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Trade Show. Pictured are (from left), Councillor Joe Bachetti, Deputy Mayor Tom Burton, Sylvain Cobelle– Business Development Manager, representing Kalitec, Councillors Marcel Blais, Guy Dorion and Rita Ossington.... [read more]
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Lions Club makes a wish come true |
 The Tecumseh Lions Club recently made a donation to the Southwestern Ontario chapter of the Make a Wish Foundation, to fulfill a young girl’s wish to “see the Disney princesses” at Disney World. The $6,000 donation was presented to the Make A Wish Foundation’s Jonathan Allison, who made a compelling presentation to the Lions a few months ago. This is the first Tecumseh Lions’ donation to Make A Wish, which grants the wishes of children with life threatening illnesses and the donation benefit... [read more]
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Young musical talent |
 Marianne Brooks (left) and Olivia Musselwhite took Honourable Mentions in their respective divisions of the international Music For Young Children Composition Competition. From Ontario there were 628 entries in 9-year-old Marianne’s division and 569 in 7-year-old Olivia’s. Quite a feat for these Music For Young Children students, taught by Lynda Todon of St. Clair Beach. Way to go girls!... [read more]
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Hitting the promo trail for Crime Stoppers’ 11th annual Harley draw…Win this Harley! |
 Tickets are on sale now for the Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers 11th Annual Harley Davidson Motorcycle Draw which takes place on Sunday, October 1, 2006, 5:00 p.m. at the Ruthven Apple Festival taking place at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens.
The grand prize is a 2006 Harley Davidson Black Softail (retail value $22,366.35); Second prize is a 2006 Harley Davidson Black Sportster (retail value $10,406.35). You could also win one of five Robinson Harley bomber jackets.
In Tecumseh, you ca... [read more]
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TLC goes a long way to better our community… |
 The Ladies Auxiliary of Knights of Columbus Council 4375, otherwise known as “TLC” – Tecumseh Ladies Council, held their last meeting until fall on Thursday, June 1, 2006.
It has been a busy and successful year for the group, pictured at right.
Since September, 2005, TLC has raised a total of $5,037 for worthy community projects and charities. This is above and beyond the monthly can drive donations to the Essex Area Food Bank.
Outgoing president Debbie Marcoux credits the membership ... [read more]
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Mineau hands off to new communications officer… |
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Public Board eyes Tecumseh for new schools |
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) has Tecumseh in its sites for a new elementary and secondary school.
The GECDSB’s 2006 Annual Accommodation Planning Report is being presented by Director Mary Jean Gallagher at the board’s next meeting on June 7, 2006. In it, the Board identifies former Sandwich South township lands in the Banwell Road area as the next new area of growth that will “result in the need for new elementary and secondary schools in the area anticipated with... [read more]
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Tecumseh Firefighters take the challenge |
 Tecumseh Fire Rescue will be making its mark on the Firefighters’ combat Challenge Circuit. The gruelling competition is a test of strength, coordination, endurance and patience as competitors make their way through an obstacle course of stairways and hoses, lugging dummies and 65 pounds of gear on their backs. It’s a challenge that four of the rookie members of Tecumseh Fire Rescue, who are rostered at Station No. 2, look forward to.
“Being in shape and teamwork, the Combat Challenge achieve... [read more]
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Dr. Fruit-loop visits from the land down under to conduct workshops and share laughs with Fools for |
 Windsor’s Fools for Health clown doctor program recently hosted a visit from world renowned physician and clown-doctor, Dr. Peter Spitzer (a.k.a. Dr. Fruit-loop) who shared his expertise with the Fools for Health clown-doctors, familial clowns and student interns of the University of Windsor. Dr. Spitzer is Medical Director of the Humour Foundation in Australia which utilizes and promotes the health benefits of humour much like the Fools for Health do.
University of Windsor Professor Bernie... [read more]
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More doctors join Tecumseh Walk-in Clinic |
Good news for Tecumseh in the announcement of three doctors joining the healthcare team at the Tecumseh Community Health Care Walk-In Clinic next to Tecumseh Pharmacy in the Lakeland Plaza.
Dr. Haider Hasnain who runs the walk-in clinic reports that Dr. Adam Sayed-Ali is making the move from Michigan back to Canada with his wife and young family and is now accepting new patients to his family practice. Sayed-Ali is putting in part-time hours until the move is complete next month.
Also re... [read more]
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Regional Low Vision services highlight of demo day |
 The invitation to come in and see all the latest Low Vision high-tech aids at Manning Rd. Optometric Centre on May 26, 2006 turned into a must see event.
Equipment demonstrations featuring zoom text software in handheld portables, impressive desk models and those lying in between that are perfect for the classroom were the main attractions. But public awareness on low vision services was also highlighted.
Manning Rd. Optometric Centre provides the services of trained optometrists, a Lo... [read more]
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Inspirational garden tour this Sunday – all welcome! |
Garden lovers get ready for a pleasurable stroll through some of this area’s great gardens. Gardeners are sure to see some of the most recent plant introductions in the last few years as they wander through this self guided tour.
The Greater Windsor Horticultural Society will be holding its 3rd Garden Tour in the Tecumseh area on Sunday June 11 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Tickets for the event can be pre- purchased at the DOT Home and Patio Store in Green Valley Plaza Tecumseh, and also at the H... [read more]
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Lakeshore funds 16 community group projects |
The Town of Lakeshore’s Community Partnership Fund has seen a total of $86,110 awarded to community groups for festivals and events or mainstream programs.
“The Community Partnership Fund is an opportunity for the Town to support community driven projects and build local pride,” Mayor Bob Croft said.
Events receiving funds are the Walls Underground Railroad Annual Gospel Festival, St. Joachim Boxing Club Fight Night, 147th Comber Agricultural Fair, Skate Lakeshore Christmas Exhibition, Bel... [read more]
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Visitors arrive from Africa next week |
Tecumseh will host its twin town of Tsumeb, Namibia, located on the Atlantic coast of southern Africa when a delegation of three arrives on June 17, 2006. The Mayor of Tsumeb, Engelbrecht Nawatisb, will be accompanied by Planner Nico Nieuwoudt and Human Resources Officer Eino Hauuanga. The visit is a continuation of the successful exchange partnership sponsored by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities that was established 12 years ago. This trip will focus on an itinerary dealing with affo... [read more]
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Students must think about safety on the summer job |
Workplace safety may not be top of mind for the many young people across Ontario who will soon begin summer jobs. But it should be. Young workers often lack the experience to recognize and avoid workplace hazards.
Statistics indicate that young workers are more likely to be injured during their first month of employment than at any other time. And the statistics are alarming. Young workers between 15 to 24 years of age accounted for one in five of Ontario’s lost-time and no-lost time claims b... [read more]
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Road work ahead… |
The Town of Tecumseh has several major projects underway, including Pentilly road reconstruction which began last month and regrinding/asphalting of Tecumseh Road to City limits will begin in the next two weeks.
Once this construction is completed, public works crews will get the roadside weeds and dead trees removed, particularly around the former Meritt lands north of the intersection of Southfiled Drive, says Mayor Gary McNamara. Due to the untimely death of Denis Meritt last fall, the la... [read more]
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Town awaits information on golf course re-zonging application |
The Town of Tecumseh’s Planning Department has requested more detailed information on how servicing would be accomplished for a proposed residential development on Lakewood Golf Course. Sumatara Investment Ltd. made application to develop the subject lands in August of 2003. A lengthy OMB hearing saw Sumatara’s appeal of the Town’s decision not to grant re-zoning denied. Servicing constraints were the main concern of the OMB.
The Town of Tecumseh did follow the OMB’s directive to begin discu... [read more]
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Roll for Hope at the Third Annual Tecumseh Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion Event |
On Sunday, June 11th, 2006, people of all ages and abilities from Tecumseh are invited to wheel, walk or run to raise funds and awareness to improve the quality of life of men, women and children with a spinal cord injury ( SCI) at the third annual Tecumseh Wheels In Motion event, presented by Scotiabank. This year's event will begin with registration at 10 am at Green Acres Park, with the event starting at 11 am. The course will be approximately 5 km in length and will be followed by food, re... [read more]
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Get ‘em back with Bail Or Jail |
“Captain Crime Stopper” and the Crime Stopper “Bobbies” are preparing for Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers Bail or Jail event, June 15-16, 2006. Here’s your chance to pay back that practical joker and support Crime Stoppers at the same time.
The person you recommend will be “delivered” to the imitation jail cell at Devonshire Mall where cell phones will be available to call friends, colleagues, acquaintances and family for “bail-out” money. Please call Crime Stoppers Events Coordinat... [read more]
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WFCU launches biggest transformation in its history |
Beginning June 5, 2006, the locally owned and operated Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) will add to its list of products and service, a number of new products and commitments – the biggest transformation in its history.
WFCU has been a community based organization for over 60 years with assets that have grown form just $10,000 in 1941 to over $550 million today and over $900 million in service totals,” says Martin J. Komsa, WFCU President and C E O.
“To ensure that we (WFCU) continue to ... [read more]
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Count down to Solstice draw: Support St. Mary’s Church |
 aThe chance to win a spiffy 2006 Pontiac Solstice is approaching fast with the draw date on June 17, 2006 at a BBQ at the Maidstone Recreation Centre. This raffle is the most recent fundraiser of the Heritage of Faith Campaign, which began four years ago with the goal of raising $900,000 in eight years for the needed restoration and repairs of St. Mary’s Parish in Maidstone. The campaign is half way there. The 132 year-old church has already had its bell tower restored. Next comes roof repair fo... [read more]
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Satisfy students’ taste for adventure |
Students who want to break the mould of the traditional summer job are about to have their wish come true. Craig Capacchione, the Summer Work – Student Exchange coordinator in Windsor/Essex, is looking for enthusiastic 16 and 17-year old students with a passion for language and a love of travel to participate in a six-week employment exchange this summer.
"It is the best experience a teenager could possibly have. Truly the best experience of my adolescence", said Jason Lauzon, a past partic... [read more]
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Get ready for kids’ Fishing Derby 2006 |
The Optimist Club of St. Clair Beach presents their annual Fishing Derby on June 24, 2006. The location is once again on the grounds of Beach Grove Golf and Country Club. Parking will be limited to the north east end only of the parking lot at Beach Grove Golf & Country Club. Look for the familiar Optimist fire truck at the back fence line.
Free registration starts at 8:30 a.m., competition runs from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The derby is open to children aged 4 through 14.
All the children ne... [read more]
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Students of the Northern Praying Mantis show their stuff |
The Wu Shen Temple Kung Fu Association in Tecumseh offers training in Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu for adults (16 and up). At the recent Fists Against Hunger Martial Arts Expo, in Akron, Ohio, these members had successful competitions:
Women's novice: Maralaya Yu - Open Hands, Gold; Weapons, Gold.
Intermediate Men's 15-17: Chris Archer - Open , Gold.
Advanced Men's 15-17: Chris Archer - Weapons, Bronze.
Intermediate Men's Adult:
Jerrett Hansen - Open, 3rd; Weapons, Silver.
Li... [read more]
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Town considers new develoment charges |
The Town’s Policies and Priorities Committee has recommended new development charges that will see a decrease from the current rates adopted in 2004. In a report prepared by servicing consultant Gary Scanlan, who was retained for the development charges review in 2003 that made way for the 2004 by-law.
As a means to provide a more competitive environment in the Town for non-residential development, a reduced development charge rate has been considered. Proposed is that the wastewater compone... [read more]
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Feds support developing economic strategy in area |
The Government of Canada will provide $125,850 in funding to support local efforts to attract foreign investment. The Community Investment Support Program (CISP) announcement was made May 25, on behalf of Minister of International Trade David Emerson, by Jeff Watson, MP for the Essex and home to three of the projects to receive funding.
“The projects in Essex-Windsor receiving funding under CISP will not only encourage investment, but also enhance our region's capacity to deal effectively wi... [read more]
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