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Bob Meloche Memorial Kids Fishing Derby draws large crowd

A Father’s Day tradition returned to the AMA Sportsmen’s Association June 21

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McGregor Music Festival celebrates 35th annual event

Rain that poured down for part of the day June 14 didn’t slow down the McGregor Music Festival. People came under the pavilion at Co-An Park to enjoy seven bands, a pig auction, raffles, a rib/chicken dinner and more. Photo by Donna Tuckwell. The All Nighters (left) were one of the bands with the Border City Brass band (right) also entertaining the large crowd at the 35th annual festival. Photo by Donna Tuckwell. Proceeds benefit the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation and the f

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Temporary trail closure at Collavino Conservation Area for turtle protection

Approximately one kilometre of trail at the new Collavino Conservation Area in Amherstburg will be temporarily closed through June and July to allow for turtle protection during the nesting season

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CLEC presents awards at AMM

Kate Chant of Amherstburg (centre) won the Advocacy Champion Award at last Tuesday’s Community Living Essex County AMM. Presenting her the award are 1st vice president Michelle Mastellotto (left) and director Ray Renaud (right). Community Living Essex County (CLEC) held its 65th Annual Meeting of the Members (AMM) and while business was tended to, the evening also produced some award recipients. Six awards were handed out at the AMM last Tuesday night (June 16) with the Outst

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Four people face stunt driving charges including one in Amherstburg

The Windsor Police Service says four drivers face stunt driving charges, including one in Amherstburg. All four drivers were stopped by police June 18. The Amherstburg matter occurred at roughly 10:45 p.m. in a parking lot in the 400 block of Sandwich St. S. It is alleged a 31-year-old driver was stopped for doing donuts, almost striking several concrete parking stop blocks. Windsor police’s traffic enforcement unit stopped the other three motorists in Windsor. Shortly afte

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Local cadet corps hosts annual ceremonial review

Members of the Fort Malden Windsor Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadets are inspected by Hon.Col Elizabeth Bainbridge. The 202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadets celebrated a training year gone by with an annual ceremony. The local cadet corps held its 49th annual ceremonial review June 10 at North Star High School in Amherstburg. A review of the corps was made by Hon. Col. Elizabeth Bainbridge, year-end awards were presented and cadets marched and showed

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Giving back

The Amherstburg Sparks donated pop can tabs to Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157. The Sparks are 6-8 years of age. The Sparks have been collecting the pop can tabs since the fall of 2025. The funds from the pop can tabs will be used as part of building renovations. Accepting the donation is James and Rita Jarriett. The Legion expresses its thanks to the Sparks for their donation. Giving back

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Community invited to help “Fill the Bus” at three grocery stores this weekend

Jill Kanwischer from the Amherstburg Food and Fellowship Mission and Jasmine Mulder of Be The Light Outreach Ministry hold one of the banners donated by Encounter Church for the June 27-28 “Fill the Bus” food drive. Buses will be parked at Sobeys, Rob & Tina’s No Frills and Walmart with food that will go on them shared by the mission, Be the Light and the food bank at Amherstburg Community Services (ACS). As food costs continue to strain household budgets and local food banks

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ARTS & CULTURE

ARA’s group exhibit at Gibson Gallery

Mary Johnson, Trudy Dempsey and Tatyanna show off their work in the current ARA exhibition at the Gibson Gallery in Amherstburg. The current exhibit at The Gibson Gallery features artists from around the region as they share their paintings, drawings and mixed media. The Association of Representational Artists (ARA) is presenting a group exhibition entitled “Collective Visions, Shared Sight” through July 5. According to ARA member Trudy Dempsey, who is also a board member wit

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Irish Village honours local heritage

Fiddle player Todd Porter plays at the Irish Village held at G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. Irish for the Day. That is what it said on fiddle player Todd Porter’s shirt Saturday afternoon as he performed during the G.L. Heritage Brewing Co. hosted Irish Village. Part of the Multicultural Council of Windsor-Essex Carrousel of Nations, it was the second straight weekend of record attendance at the Howard Ave. venue in Amherstburg. According to Jen Desjardins-Grondin, co-owner of G.L

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Fort Malden Medieval Faire returns to Amherstburg

Jousting was one of the highlights of the Fort Malden Medieval Faire last weekend at Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada Medieval times and the age of pirates returned to Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada last weekend. For the second consecutive year, the Fort Malden Medieval Faire came to Amherstburg and jousting, pirate games, entertainment, vendors, magicians, stage shows, and an evening tavern were among the festivities on the grounds over the two days

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Artist takes different approach to her work

Tatyanna was the most recent artist on exhibit at the Gibson Gallery. A closing reception was held at the gallery June 14. The Association of Representational Artists now has an exhibit at the gallery, with that running through July 5. Sometimes the journey is more important than the final destination. For artist Tatyanna, who just had her first ever exhibit, it means that the process of creation is paramount to the final product. “I really leave room for change in the proces

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SPORTS

Jumpstart Games sees elementary schools compete with one another

Students from Anderdon Public School were among those competing in the Jumpstart Games June 17 at the Libro Centre in Amherstburg. Malden Central Public School, Amherstburg Public School, École St.-Jean Baptiste, and Stella Maris Catholic Elementary School were also represented. Local elementary schools competed against one another in friendly competition last week thanks to a Canadian Tire-run program. The Jumpstart Games were held in Amherstburg for the first time with five

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U10 Cardinals pick up two wins on the diamond last week

The Amherstburg Cardinals U10 baseball team picked up a win over Lakeshore June 18 at Malden Centre Park. The Amherstburg U10 Cardinals went 2-0 last week, defeating the Essex Yellowjackets and the Lakeshore Whitecaps in two outstanding baseball games. The Cardinals won 7-4 on a cold and windy night in downtown Essex last Tuesday, June 16. Outstanding pitching performances were given by Patrick Motruk and Cortez McEldowney, who combined to stifle a potent Essex offense. The

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Amherstburg has rich history, multiple sculptures warranted

In respond to my colleague Terry Hall regarding recognition of our heritage in Amherstburg, Terry describes how we should honor the Indigenous heritage with an elaborate statue on our grounds. I’m all for any heritage recognition but I’d like to point out that our heritage in Amherstburg is very diverse. I, for one, have been trying to put a scope on the Italian immigrant heritage in our town.It goes all the way back before the depression and carries on where Paul Marra an I

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Resident believes recent flag raisings in Amherstburg were “performative”

Re: Two flag raisings A flag raising and a speech emphasizing the importance of seniors and people with disabilities requires minimal effort, although it mirrors the town’s adherence to minimal standards. Amherstburg’s “age friendly” status was celebrated but no one could describe the “initiatives that help make our community more welcoming and accessible for seniors.” Reactivating the seniors advisory committee and paving the disgraceful seniors centre parking lot would be m

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Resident shares idea for sculpture based on monument in Ottawa

With National Indigenous Peoples Day approaching on Sunday, June 21, and talk locally of recognition of the aboriginal presence in our area, perhaps ideas could come from the National Aboriginal Veterans Monument in Ottawa. The monument was designed to reflect all Indigenous peoples in Canada: First Nations, Métis and Inuit. It depicts four warriors (two men and two women), facing the four cardinal directions, with four animal figures as spirit guides: the elk, for its sharp

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Obituary - Bruce Alan Iler

Bruce Alan Iler July 9, 1945 ~ June 17, 2026 Peacefully passed away June 17, 2026, at AgeCare Royal Oak LTC (Kingsville, ON) in his 80th year. Predeceased by his parents, Guy (1987) and Mildred (Ciphery)(2013). He will be missed by his sister Sharlene (Robert) Banwell, and by his brother Larry (Janet) and the late Garry (2019)(Kathy). Bruce will also be remembered fondly by his niece, Melissa (Mike), and nephews, Brian (Sonia), Mark (Celia), Mike (Julie). Great uncle to Bren

Obituary - Duby, Ronald Joseph

Duby, Ronald Joseph Unexpectedly on June 15, 2026, at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Geraldine “Nee Nee” for 62 years. Dearest father of Michelle Bowden (nee Duby) and husband Anthony, and son John Paul Duby. Loving grandfather of Madeline Bowden, Samantha Bowden, Lance Duby and Brooke Duby. Ron will be forever remembered by many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Ron was Deputy Fire Chief of the Amherstburg Fire Department and a Firefighter in the Amherstburg community fo

Obituary - Lillian Elizabeth Charette (nee Thibert)

Lillian Elizabeth Charette (nee Thibert) Our world is a little less bright today as our family announces the death of Lillian Charette on June 19, 2026. She passed with family by her side after a short battle with cancer. Lil was born on September 3, 1945, and is predeceased by her parents, Elizabeth and Henry Thibert. Lil was the loving wife of Frederick Charette for 37 years. Cherished mother of the late Elizabeth (Jim) Charette, and Joanne (Barry) Stachow-Branton. Adoring

Obituary - Valleau, Anita (Nee Ong)

Valleau, Anita (Nee Ong) Passed away peacefully with family by her side at the age of 93. Predeceased by her beloved husband Virgil (1994), her sons David (2020) and Paul (2023) and her parents Bernadette and Noble Ong. Loving mother of Susan Taylor (Ken), Dan (MaryLou), Tim (Seng), Annette Stoehr (Wayne), Patrick, Beth Wiese (Chris Belcher) and Cathy (Jennifer). Cherished grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Will be especially missed by her grandpets,

Obituary - Dan Di Pierdomenico

Dan Di Pierdomenico It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Dan Di Pierdomenico on May 25, 2026 at the age of 94. Now reunited with his beloved wife Silvana DiPierdomenico (nee. Federico) (2014). Awesome father of Lino (Anita) DiPierdomenico and Clare (Tom) Wiedmayer. Adored Nonno of Kate (Trevor) Iles, Bianca DiPierdomenico Luke (Armani) Wiedmayer and Jordan Wiedmayer. Bis-Nonno to Owen Iles, His gardener in training. Son of the late C

Obituary - Beckett, John

Beckett, John May 30th, 1955 – May 18th, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of John, surrounded by his family on Monday, May 18th, 2026 at the age of 70. Survived by cherished children John (Tracy) and Bobbie-Lynn. Loving grandpa to nine grandchildren. Devoted brother to Pat (late Dr. Fern) DiPierdomenico and Peg (late Roger) Miner. John is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his loving parents John and Marguerite Beckett.