FRIDAY, May 2/14

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AYLMER, EAST ELGIN TODAY:

 

-Fri. – ch. 5 – Aylmer Budget Meeting, 9pm

-Thu.,Fri.,Sat. – Ch. 5 – EEC Complex Review Meeting, 8 pm

 

-Sat. -Divas, Dudes Day Out Trade Show, 10am-2 pm; Saxonia Hall (see ad)

 

 

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TUESDAY, Nov. 26/13

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AYLMER, EAST ELGIN TODAY:

  

-Sr. Day Out, EEC Complex, 9:30am-12:30

 

-Thu. -MCS Immigration Info Night, 7-9pm, OTH Theatre

-Thu. -Bayham Awards Night, 7pm, Vienna Centre

-Fri. -Aylmer Tree Lighting Events, 6pm, Palmer Park

-Sat. -Club 7 Paper Drive, 8:30 am

-Sat. -Aylmer Christmas Parade, 2pm

-Sun -Belmont Christmas Parade, 6pm

 

 

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WEDNESDAY, March 24/10

AYLMER NEWS IS NOW ‘THE AYLMER NEWS’ AND HAS RELOCATED TO: http://www.theaylmernews.com

Please add us to your favourites/bookmarks!

See you there….

TUESDAY, MARCH 23/10

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‘BULLETIN:  “AYLMER NEWS WILL BE CHANGING ITS NAME TO ‘THE AYLMER NEWS’ , MOVING TO A NEW WEBSITE AND PREPARING TO ACCEPT ADS, SURVEYS, AND  GENERALLY MORE STUFF LATER THIS WEEK. STAY GLUED!!!”

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AYLMER TODAY:

–Elgin County Council, 9 am

-(Correction: No Aylmer Council yesterday)

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OBITS:

–Elgin Wells,   of Aylmer;   aged 68 years;   on March 22;   husband of Susan;   former Chief Librarian of Elgin County;  Visitation Wednesday at Kebbel Funeral Home 2-4 and 7-9 pm;  Funeral Thursday at 2:30 pm at Trinity Anglican Church.

-Ted Dickhout;   of Aylmer;   in his 76th year;   on March 22;   husband of Vera May;   Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Wednesday 7-9 and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm;  Funeral Friday at Kebbels at 1 pm.

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“MERCYHURST’S VICKI BENDUS NAMED TOP U.S. FEMALE HOCKEY PLAYER”

Vicki Bendus of Wasaga Beach, Ontario, a teammate of Aylmer’s Stephanie DeSutter on  Mercyhurst College’s (Erie) womens’ hockey team was named top female U.S. hockey player on the weekend.

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MONDAY, March 22/10

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‘BULLETIN:  “AYLMER NEWS WILL BE CHANGING ITS NAME TO ‘THE AYLMER NEWS’  AND MOVING TO A NEW WEBSITE AND PREPARING TO ACCEPT ADS, SURVEYS, AND  GENERALLY MORE STUFF LATER THIS WEEK. STAY GLUED!!!”

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AYLMER TODAY:

–Aylmer Council, 3:30 pm

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OBITS:

–Bonnie Smith;   of Dundas, formerly of Aylmer;   on March 19;   in her 69th year;   wife of Don;   Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Monday 2-4 and 7-9 pm;   Funeral at Kebbels Tuesday at 11 am.

-Alie Hoover;   of Aylmer;   in her 87th year;   on March 19;   Survivors include John and Brenda, Gerry and Pat, and Ron of the Aylmer area;   Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Monday 2-4 and 7-9 pm; Funeral Tuesday at 2 pm.

-Linda Smyth-Andriekus;   of Aylmer;   aged 50 years;   wife of Paul;   Visitation at Ostrander Funeral Home Tillsonburg Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm; Funeral at Ostranders Friday at 11 am.

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“ATOMS LOSE 4-0 SATURDAY; MITCHELL WINS OMHA FINALS”

SATURDAY, March 20/10

"History of Aylmer to 1900" (Used); $5 ; at Library, Campbells.

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“AYLMER MIDGETS LOSE 3-2 IN KINCARDINE FRIDAY IN OMHA FINALS; SEASON DONE!”

–Kincardine won the best-of-five series in three straight games. Aylmer Atoms must win in Mitchell today to continue their season.

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AYLMER TODAY:

– APAC presents ‘Dirty Hammond Organ Band’ featuring Tom Starks and x-Aylmerite Brian McHugh (soul, pop, jazz);    7:30 pm;    Old Town Hall theatre.

– Elgin  Canvass and Quill Open House at Trillium House, 563 Talbot St.Thomas; 1-4 pm

-Aylmer Atoms AT Mitchell; OMHA finals

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OBITS:

–Agatha Blatz;   of Aylmer;   in her 68th year;   on March 19;   wife of the late Johan Blatz;   Visitation Sunday at Kebbel Funeral Home, 2-4 and 7-9 pm;   Funeral Monday at 2 pm at Old Colony Mennonite Church.

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MERCYHURST UPSET IN NCAA WOMENS HOCKEY FRIDAY (Stephanie DeSutter of Aylmer)

Mercyhurst College of Erie, the #1 ranked Women’s hockey team in the US,  was shocked 3-2 by Cornell in overtime yesterday in  NCAA semi-finals play to end their season. Stephanie DeSutter of Aylmer is a rookie defenceman on the team.

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FRIDAY, March 19/10

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AYLMER TODAY:

-(Sat: APAC presents ‘Dirty Hammond Organ Band’ featuring Tom Sparks and x-Aylmerite Brian McHugh (soul, pop, jazz);    7:30 pm;    Old Town Hall theatre.)

-(Sat: Elgin  Canvass and Quill Open House at Trillium House, 563 Talbot St.Thomas; 1-4 pm)

-Aylmer Midgets AT Kincardine; OMHA finals

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OBITS:

–John Howe,   of R.1 Vienna;   in his 79th year;   March 17;   husband of Myrtle;   Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Friday 1-4 pm;  Family funeral Saturday.

-Murray Roesch;   of Tillsonburg; aged 80 years;   on March 18;   husband of Viola;   Survivors include brother Ken, sister Betty Matthews of Pt. Burwell; Visitation at Ostranders Funeral Home Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 pm; Funeral at Ostranders Monday at 1 pm.

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“AYLMER LIBRARY PROGRAMS ARE NOW MONDAYS AT LOCAL RADIO”

The first Aylmer library radio program was carried this past Monday night on Aylmer Mennonite Radio station 105.9 FM. The 15-minute programs will run Mondays at 7:15 pm.

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“MEMBERS OF AYLMER MIDGETS IN OMHA FINALS:”

	PLAYER NAME:
1	Todd Laurindo
2	Derek Ellis
3	Scott Bossuyt
4	Blake Berkelmans
5	Scott Boersma
6	Travis King
7	Christian King
8	Kyle Booy
9	Spencer Roloson
10	Austin Hepburn
11	Cody Benner
12	Donald Stafford
13	Clint Walker
14	Devin Vanwyngaert
15	Ryan Dench
16	Greg Acheson COACHES – Mark Steele, Paul Jackson, Tyler Ellis, Dave Ellis, Mike Haines.

THURSDAY, March 18/10

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AYLMER TODAY:

–Malahide Council, 8 pm

-(No Bayham Council)

-(Sat: APAC presents ‘Dirty Hammond Organ Band’ featuring Tom Sparks and x-Aylmerite Brian McHugh (soul, pop, jazz);    7:30 pm;    Old Town Hall theatre.)

-(Sat: Elgin  Canvass and Quill Open House at Trillium House, 563 Talbot St.Thomas; 1-4 pm)

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“SEVERAL AYLMER TOBACCO SELLERS CHARGED WITH  MINORS VIOLATIONS IN 2009”

(Elgin-St Thomas Health Unit recently released 2009 stats on Store compliance with tobacco sales laws especially on sales to minors which showed that Elgin retailers had their best rate – 90% – in several years.  According to Kathy Daniel, Unit Tobacco Compliance and Education Officer, retailers are obligated to request age proof for those who appear to be under 25. Aylmer’s compliance rate at 86% was actually up but still below the county average. Stores were given the choice of being charged or undergoing more staff training. The following Aylmer stores were charged last year:  Esso,  and Tracys NoFrills Gas Bar (the second straight year for Esso).  The Health Unit provided the following additional info to AylmerNews.)

1.  All places that sell tobacco (except those with a liquor licence) are checked twice a year by test shoppers.  We also do regular inspections for display ban and signage compliance.
2.  In 2008, convictions and fines of $365. were registered against personnel at Aylmer Gas & Convenience, Aylmer ESSO, and Family Mart  -there were others in previous years.
3.  I can’t say for sure why rates are up.  In theory, the display ban should increase compliance but I have not seen any studies that prove it.  The Health Unit is not doing anything differently.

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“NEW GROUP – ELGIN CANVASS AND QUILL – TO HOST OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY”

(Info provided by Dave Ferguson of Aylmer, member of Canvass and Quill)

“Canvass and Quill Studios is dedicated to the development of artists, photographers and writers within St. Thomas and Elgin County. Over a focused evolution path,  Canvas and Quill Studios will offer comprehensive programs for everyone regardless of skill level and/or age by providing the proper resources, equipment and knowledgeable instructors. This group will create the necessary infrastructure and a plan instrumental to promote and market your talents and enhance personal growth amongst our membership. The natural progression of our programs will aid in job creation and business opportunities. Ultimately, satellite studios offering the same level of support and service will appear throughout the district. In a nutshell we are offering seminars, classes and workshops on painting, photography and writing. One of our main goals is to increase cultural awareness and diversity of the Arts in Elgin County.”

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“MEMBERS OF AYLMER ATOMS IN OMHA FINALS”

	PLAYER NAME:
1	Trevan Ball
2	Mitchell Bakker
3	Nick Knechtel
4	Shane Kocsis
5	Matthew Bartlett
6	Jared Derrough
7	Duncan Matthews
8	Dylan Brower
9	Mario Verhaeghe
10	Tyler Nancekivell
11	Cole Sonier
12	Dalton Dowson COACHES – Harry Bakker, Jim Brower, Jim Cochrane, Andy Verhaege

TUESDAY, March 16/10

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“AYLMERNEWS WILL NOT PUBLISH WEDNESDAY”

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OBITS:

–Katharina Letkeman;   of Aylmer;   in her 89th year;   on March 14;   Survivors include Helena and Neil Rempel, Anna and Abe Rempel, and Neil and Annie Letkeman of the Aylmer area;  Visitation at Kebbel Funeral Home Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm;   Funeral Thursday at EMMC church at 2 pm.

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OMHA ATOM FINALS: Saturdays Game – Aylmer 4 Mitchell 4

(Info provided by Coach Harry Bakker)

1st Period = No Scoring

-2nd Period – Mitchell goal at 10:19; Mitchell goal at 8:23; Aylmer goal at 0:13 Trevon Ball assisted by Mitchell Bakker and Nick Knecthel

-3rd Period = Aylmer goal at 12:28 Trevon Ball assisted by Mitchell Bakker and Nick Knecthel; Aylmer goal at 11:14 Nick Knecthel assited by Mitchell Bakker;
Mitchell goal at 8:34; Aylmer goal at 8:26 [8 sec. after the faceoff] by Trevon Ball assisted by  Mitchell Bakker; Mitchell goal at 1:13 with the goalie pulled for an extra attacker

-OT = Game tied 4-4 going into overtime; 10 min. Overtime period saw frantic action at both ends with goal mouth  scrambles. Mitchell Bakker hit the crossbar with 4 min left in OT. Aylmer put one in the Mitchell net with 2 mins left in OT, but the ref  called it a high stick .  Game ended 4-4 tie.

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AYLMER POLICE REPORT:

-Several Aylmer officers attended the OPP officer’s funeral in Wingham Friday.

-A stolen car was recoved by the Aylmer lagoons, west of town, Friday morning. The car had minor damage, was taken from a Victoria St. south  residence, and was still running when discovered.

-Police were called to the arena Sunday evening during the Midget hockey game as some fans  were becoming ‘unruly’; no charges were laid.

-A validation tag was stolen off a town vehicle in a downtown parking lot last Monday just before lunch.

-A 15-year old was stopped from shooting ducks in Catfish Creek with a slingshot last week.

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“ACTIVITIES AT THE NEW CLC CENTRE”

(This info provided by Dale Cummings, Community Living Program Supervisor, concerning what goes on at their new building on John St North, Aylmer)

“Our East Elgin Day Program supports up to 18 people daily from 9:00AM – 3:00PM.  Activities include a Ladies Group on Mondays teaching self esteem, daily living skills and cooking.  There is also a weekly Mens group that offers daily living skills, cooking and leisure activities.  Participants are also involved in crafts, volunteering at local busineses, the Library, Museum and Tourist bureau at Town Hall.  We also have a Chocolate making venture where participants mould chocolate to sticks for Holidays, Weddings or any special occasion. ”

MONDAY, March 15/10

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AYLMER TODAY:

–Aylmer Council 7pm

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OBITS:

–Mark Corey;   of R1 Belmont;   on March 13;   in his 37th year;   husband of Tina;  son of Randy and Colleen of R1 Belmont;   Visitation at Kebbels Funeral Home Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9;  Funeral Wednesday at Kebbels at 11 am.

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“WORLD JR MENS CURLING (Craig VanYmeren in Switzerland):”

-Sunday = Canada 7 China 1 (Canada wins bronze.  Switzerland won Gold)

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“AYLMER MIDGETS DOWN 2-0 IN OMHA FINALS:”

-Aylmer Midgets lost 2-1 in overtime in Kincardine Saturday and 5-3 in Aylmer last night so are behind 2-0 in the best-of-five OMHA finals.  Next games are Saturday in Kincardine and Sunday in Aylmer.

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“AYLMER ATOMS DOWN 2-0-1 IN OMHA FINALS”

– The Aylmer Atoms dropped a 6-5 decision in overtime to Mitchell yesterday here and thus are winless in the first three games of their best-of-five OMHA finals. Aylmer lost the opener 4-2 Thursday and then tied 2-2 in Mitchell Saturday in the opening matches. Next games are Saturday in Mitchell and Monday in Aylmer, if necessary.

SUNDAY IN AYLMER – There was no scoring in the first half of the game; then ten goals in the second half!.  Trevan Ball (from Dylan Brower) put Aylmer ahead halfway through period two on a power play and then Mitchell Bakker (from Brower) with six minutes left moved Aylmer ahead 2-0. Mitchell countered with a goal a minute later and then Bakker scored again with two minutes left (from Ball and Mario Verhaege) to give Aylmer a 3-1 edge after 2 frames.

In the third period, Mitchell scored twice in the first minute, the second marker on a power play to tie 3-3.  A minute later Bakker completed his hat-trick (from Duncan Matthews) to give Aylmer the edge again. Hower  Mitchell scored twice in the middle of the period for their first lead. Aylmer scored with 5 minutes to go to notch things at 5-5 and thats how regulation time ended. Mitchell had a penalty  at the beginning of overtime and Aylmer took a penalty three minutes later but neither side connected. Then Mitchell took another penalty with less than 2 minutes to go. But the visitors  scored a shorthanded goal for the winner with one minute remaining.

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MARCH BREAK ARENA ACTIVITIES:

-Skating=  Mon- 10am-12; Tue – 11:30-1:30; Wed- 9 am-11 am; Thur- 11:30-1 pm ; Friday 10 am-12.

-Youth Program – daily – 10 am to 3 pm – for 16 to 18 years; $5