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2nd Annual Christmas in Tecumseh… |
 The sidewalks leading to Green Acres Optimist Park were busy as strollers and wagons were pushed and pulled on the balmy evening of November 25, 2006. A large crowd gathered to kick off the season with Christmas in Tecumseh, hosted by the Town of Tecumseh and The Optimist Club of St. Clair Beach and the support of the Tecumseh BIA. ... [read more]
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Maclean Kyle and her dad Rick, in good company sporting novelty hats.
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Mary and Jean-Louis Bontront, and son Josh, enjoy a custom of every Town event. Andy Roy (left) and Bob Labute of the Tecumseh Area Historical Society had two machines busy making fresh popcorn for everyone.
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Autumn Pemberton chats with Mrs. Claus.
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Hannah (left) and Ava Ruuth consult with Santa Claus.
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Members of St. Gregory School Choir perform Christmas favourites.
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While Optimist Club members barbequed the hotdogs, they had help serving up the hot apple cider. From left, Andrea and Angela Teodorescu and Amanda Phillips.
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Atom Minor Eagles take tournament title too… |
 The Tecumseh Eagles Atom Minor AA Hockey Team won the 23rd Annual AA Tournament of Champions in Stoney Creek on the weekend of November 17, 2006. Their record was 5 - 0 for the tournament, with a 1.4 goals against average. The Eagles beat the Richmond Hill Stars in the final game, 4 - 2. Congratulations to the team: Noah Bushnell, Derion Ducedre, Tyler Fletcher, Matthew Gallant, Bobby Galli, Zach Guilbeault, Matthew Keegan,Jacob Lewsaw Kurt Norris, Shyam Ram,Kyle Renaud, Mitchel Rezle... [read more]
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Br. 261 Veterans recognized with Legion’s longstanding service pins |
 This distinguished group are the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 261 Veterans who were among the 47 Legion members awarded with service pins signifying 25 up to 60 years service. The presentation was made at the Br. 261 Remembrance Day Banquet, which culminated a day of reflection and ceremony. Back row (standing, from left): Leonard Dupuis (50 yrs), Bernard Kelly (25yrs), James Chilman, Blaise Cecile (35 yrs), Don Lappan (61+ yrs), Louise Bilodeau (30 yrs), Cyril Bilodeau (30 yrs), F.J. Mayea, Joseph... [read more]
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Students prove teachers are real characters… |
 St. Gregory School had an enjoyable afternoon last Thursday when their teachers made good on a deal to dress up as superheros or story book characters as pictured below. On left, Mrs. Metler (a.k.a. The Tooth Fairy) and Madame Lacombe (a.k.a. Mother Goose) play up to the excited crowd. St. Gregory students raised over $16,000 in their annual read-a-thon and with that, the teachers also got sprayed with silly string! The students also earned a Beach Day on December 21, 2006. Way to go Sabres... [read more]
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Shaping up a season of caring and sharing… |
 Guests from Canada Post and the Salvation Army, along with St. Peter’s Grade 8 students paid a visit to the grade one classes at St. Peter School to help them write those all important letters to the chief elf himself last Thursday. Local Canada Post employees brought along special stationary for the letters and toy bears for the students who in turn, donated them to the Salvation Army along with goods from the school’s can drive. Top right: Canada Post Carrier Christine Trembley of Tecumseh hel... [read more]
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Bantam Major Eagles take tournament title… |
 The Tecumseh Eagles Bantam Major AA Hockey Team went undefeated on the weekend of Nov 17-19 enroute to winning the Stoney Creek AA hockey tournament.
Great team effort lead by stellar goaltending and strong overall defense from the entire team saw a total of only 3 goals against in the 5 games played.
In a thrilling come-from-behind victory in the Championship game. the Mt. Hamilton team scored with less than 2 minutes remaining in regulation time to take a 1-0 lead. The boys refused t... [read more]
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St. Anne’s move at end of school year likely |
Tecumseh area Trustee Chris Janisse says he will support a recommendation to defer transferring St. Anne High School students to the new school until the next school year, September, 2007.
The report is to be dealt with at the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board’s next meeting on November 28, 2006, after The Tribune’s print deadline. While the new high school could conceivably be ready on
January 30, 2007, a move between semesters,or over the March break, would not fully accomp... [read more]
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Letter carrier retires after 34 years on same route |
 Last week Randy Michea bid farewell to the Riverside neighbourhood, across from Sand Point Beach, affectionately known as “Dog Patch”.
For the past 34 years, Michea (Gaelic spelling, pronounced Mi-shay) has been their Canada Post letter carrier, working out of the postal station in Tecumseh.
“I’ve never been much for change I guess, but I’ve seen enough of it on my route…I’ve seen four generations grow up in some families,” he says.
Michea remembers when he was first hired, from the w... [read more]
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News from… Victoria Public School |
Victoria Public School is very excited to be launching their Read-a-thon fundraiser. A kick off assembly was held last Friday where students learned of the different themes for each classroom. Students will have the opportunity to visit each classroom during the Read-a-thon on December 15. Some of the exciting themes include outer space, the jungle, under the sea and Robert Munsch. The students will have an entire afternoon to participate in reading activities. Special guest readers will be... [read more]
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Extendicare resident joins Centenarian club |
 Olga Fox turns 100 years old on December 11, 2006. Like the Centenarians interviewed before her, Olga is proud to say hers has been a life of honest, hard work. Born in South Dakota in 1906, her family moved to Minnesota before settling in Wisconsin. She was the fourth of 12 children. Her father was a dairy farmer. “My dad had 160 cows and he never milked a one,” she says. “We kids each milked 30 by hand, before school.”
Wouldn’t get away with that today, she agrees, but still, the memories ... [read more]
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Cookbooks support Project Lifesaver |
Project Lifesaver was piloted here in Tecumseh and launched throughout Essex County in July of last year. Administered by the OPP, Project Lifesaver is a tracking device for people with dementia and is worn as a bracelet so that caregivers and police can locate a loved one that has wandered off. Project Lifesaver chapters are now being developed throughout Ontario .
Local resident Doreen Broadbent is Essex County and provincial coordinator of Project Lifesaver. She is pleased to announce that... [read more]
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News from… St. Gregory School |
This month, St. Gregory School is preparing for their annual school play. This year’s production is called “The Storybook Christmas.” It will be held on December 13th and 14th at 7:00pm. Tickets are $2.00 at the door. For advanced tickets call St. Gregory School. This year’s play is expected to be a success!
Volleyball season is underway for both boys and girls teams. Coaches and players are working hard for upcoming playoff games.
Our school had their Rock’ n Read-A-Thon, which took place ... [read more]
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“Stuff the Bus” on December 9 |
 Saturday December 9, 2006 is the date of the community’s third annual “Stuff the Bus” project. Once again, the school bus on loan for the day from Stevenson Bus Lines will be parked in the Sobeys St. Clair Beach parking lot, at Manning and County Road 22. From 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., you can donate new items like toys, personal care products and non-perishable foods that will help make someone else’s Christmas a happier one. Premium food items such as canned fruit and peanut butter are especial... [read more]
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O.P.P. news releases… November 24-27, 2006 |
Public warned of men posing as Hydro Workers
Two Elderly residents on West River Street notified Lakeshore OPP on Nov 25th of 2 males that had attended their residence. The males accessed their home by identifying themselves as hydro workers and requested to read their meters. The residents contacted hydro immediately after the suspects' departure and proved the males to be imposters.
The suspects were observed leaving the area in a "mustard" coloured Cavalier Chevrolet type vehicle. T... [read more]
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Santa takes a break from workshop to stop by the Children's Safety Village |
he Children's Safety Village of Windsor and Essex County announces that for one night only, on Tuesday, December 12th, 2006 between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm, Santa is coming to town and will visit the Safety Village at 7911 Forest Glade Drive in Windsor. Even though this is the busiest time of the year, Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit with Essex County's children for an early evening of fun. They invite children of all ages to bring their wish list, have a photo taken, experience riding the safety ... [read more]
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Goodfellows Paper Drive this Fri. & Sat. |
 Watch for volunteers like Tecumseh Firefighters peddling the 2006 Goodfellows Christmas Edition at intersections in Town on Friday, December 1 and Saturday December 2, 2006. Proceeds of the paper drive support Goodfellows’ good works in Windsor and Essex County all year long!... [read more]
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TST Bus Pass a great gift |
Tecumseh Seniors’ Transit Inc. provides services for residents 55 years and older and those with disabilities.
Rides to medical appointments, shopping and visits with friends are some of the many good reasons to purchase a bus pass for a senior in your life.
Bus passes are $120 which provides 11 round trips, within Tecumseh or into Windsor. Individual round trips cost $9.60 within Town and $12 for trips into Windsor.
Call TST coordinator, Anne Rigo, from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m... [read more]
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Community Calendar |
• Movie Night at Calvary Community Church - “The Christmas Shoes” starring Rob Lowe. Sat., Dec. 02 at 7 p.m., 1713 Lesperance Road, Tecumseh. If you enjoy the song, you will enjoy this touching drama. $3 for refreshments.
• Alzheimer Society presents the 11th Annual Tim Horton’s Teddy Bear Luncheon - Sat., Dec. 02 from 11:30 to 2:30 p.m. Cleary International Centre. $12.50 per person. Call 519-944-2220 for tickets and info.
• The Salvation Army will be accepting applications for Christmas ... [read more]
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Do you know an environmental leader of tomorrow? |
Across Canada, young people are actively engaged in voluntary activities, benefiting their communities and taking responsibility for the future of our environment. Toyota Canada Inc. and Earth Day Canada are committed to recognizing and rewarding these students as they embark upon their post secondary studies.
The Toyota Earth Day Scholarship Program is once again offering 15 scholarships of $5000 each to graduating high school students who are entering their first year of college or univer... [read more]
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News from… A. V. Graham Public School |
In the past several weeks, our Griffins Boys Volleyball Team has been on the move. Their games at Belle River resulted in four wins against the B.R.Buccaneers. At Gosfield, the senior team posted an even win/loss score and learned that concentration and communication are keys to future success. At the 8th Annual Westside Tournament, the Graham Griffins went into the championship round against Colchester North, sadly losing by only 1 point. At the “Griffins Classic”, the Tier One and Tier Two te... [read more]
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Fill the farm with four-legged charm: Give a Living Gift |
Gift giving is a powerful means of communicating our care for others. This holiday season, shoppers in Windsor and Essex County can give memorable gifts that make a difference by purchasing a Living Gift from Ten Thousand Villages. Not only will this gift be satisfying to give and receive, it will also enable families in developing countries to raise animals, grow food and educate their children – all the basics in life that many of us take for granted, particularly during the holiday season.
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Mayor runs for County Warden |
Tecumseh Mayor Gary McNamara wants to spearhead a new era of regional cooperation that will get major developers’ and investors’ heads turning to Essex County. McNamara is running for County Warden. The vote takes place at the inaugural County Council meeting on December 13, 2006. Also on the ballot will be Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos, who served as Deputy Warden last term.
McNamara, who sits on the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Board of Directors and the Small Urban Caucus, s... [read more]
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