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Windsor In Pictures: Sept. 30, 2015

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Candy Donaldson, centre, CUPE Local 1393,  leads a group of CUPE Local 1001 members and  Windsor University Faculty Assoc. members during a protest rally against outsourcing of jobs Sept. 30, 2015.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Candy Donaldson, centre, CUPE Local 1393, leads a group of CUPE Local 1001 members and Windsor University Faculty Assoc. members during a protest rally against outsourcing of jobs Sept. 30, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during   OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks  at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

City councillor and chair of ERCA, Ed Sleiman, right, and Susan Stockwell Andrews, behind, president of Essex Region Conservation Foundation reach for the shovels during a tree-planting ceremony at Riverfront Festival Plaza.  Caesars Windsor donated $30,000 to the Foundation's community fundraising events September 30, 2015.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

City councillor and chair of ERCA, Ed Sleiman, right, and Susan Stockwell Andrews, behind, president of Essex Region Conservation Foundation reach for the shovels during a tree-planting ceremony at Riverfront Festival Plaza. Caesars Windsor donated $30,000 to the Foundation’s community fundraising events September 30, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

UEMI's Fiona Tiessen drives to the basket during senior girls high school basketball action against Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

UEMI’s Fiona Tiessen drives to the basket during senior girls high school basketball action against Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor's Mike Christou, crashes into Laurier Golden Hawks goaltender Colin Furlong during OUA exhibition hockey action at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor’s Mike Christou, crashes into Laurier Golden Hawks goaltender Colin Furlong during OUA exhibition hockey action at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor, Ontario. September 30, 2015 -- Members of WUFA and CUPE and supporters march toward Chrysler Tower at the University of Windsor during a protest rally against outsourcing of jobs September 30, 2015.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor, Ontario. September 30, 2015 — Members of WUFA and CUPE and supporters march toward Chrysler Tower at the University of Windsor during a protest rally against outsourcing of jobs September 30, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during   OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks  at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

UEMI's Bryn Parent keeps the basketball away from Westview Freedom Academy's Rim Al-Tayeb during senior girls high school basketball at Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

UEMI’s Bryn Parent keeps the basketball away from Westview Freedom Academy’s Rim Al-Tayeb during senior girls high school basketball at Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters at the scene of a house fire at 356 Randolph Ave. September 30, 2015.  Firefighers searched all levels to make sure tenants of the multi-unit building were outside.  Damage to the second floor was extensive. Windsor Police also responded.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters at the scene of a house fire at 356 Randolph Ave. September 30, 2015. Firefighers searched all levels to make sure tenants of the multi-unit building were outside. Damage to the second floor was extensive. Windsor Police also responded. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Michael Melo, 16, a student at Kingsville District High School is shown Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, in the dress he wore for photo day at the school. He expected to be ridiculed for showing up to class in a dress. But instead his stunt illustrated the culture of tolerance found in the hallways of the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Michael Melo, 16, a student at Kingsville District High School is shown Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, in the dress he wore for photo day at the school. He expected to be ridiculed for showing up to class in a dress. But instead his stunt illustrated the culture of tolerance found in the hallways of the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk event on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Thom Rolfe, executive director of the Hiatus House in Windsor, ON. is shown in one of the group therapy rooms at the facility on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Carolyn Thompson)

Thom Rolfe, executive director of the Hiatus House in Windsor, ON. is shown in one of the group therapy rooms at the facility on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Carolyn Thompson)

UEMI's Amy Unger hauls in a rebound during action during senior girls high school basketball action against Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

UEMI’s Amy Unger hauls in a rebound during action during senior girls high school basketball action against Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Royal Pita Bakery workers placed cardboard boxes to stop traffic on Louis Avenue after a minivan collided with a natural gas meter beside thier business September 30, 2015.  Windsor firefighters arrived and shut off the gas and took air quality readings inside Royal Pita.  Windsor Police also responded to the scene.  Wyandotte Street East at Louis Avenue was closed momentarily to allow emergency crews to assess the situation. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Royal Pita Bakery workers placed cardboard boxes to stop traffic on Louis Avenue after a minivan collided with a natural gas meter beside thier business September 30, 2015. Windsor firefighters arrived and shut off the gas and took air quality readings inside Royal Pita. Windsor Police also responded to the scene. Wyandotte Street East at Louis Avenue was closed momentarily to allow emergency crews to assess the situation. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during   OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks  at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Royal Pita Bakery workers placed cardboard boxes to stop traffic on Louis Avenue after a minivan collided with a natural gas meter beside thier business September 30, 2015.  Windsor firefighters arrived and shut off the gas and took air quality readings inside Royal Pita.  Windsor Police also responded to the scene.  Wyandotte Street East at Louis Avenue was closed momentarily to allow emergency crews to assess the situation. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Royal Pita Bakery workers placed cardboard boxes to stop traffic on Louis Avenue after a minivan collided with a natural gas meter beside thier business September 30, 2015. Windsor firefighters arrived and shut off the gas and took air quality readings inside Royal Pita. Windsor Police also responded to the scene. Wyandotte Street East at Louis Avenue was closed momentarily to allow emergency crews to assess the situation. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

UEMI's Fiona Tiessen,left,  is fouled by Westview Freedom Academy's Diamond Muise during senior girls high school basketball action at Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

UEMI’s Fiona Tiessen,left, is fouled by Westview Freedom Academy’s Diamond Muise during senior girls high school basketball action at Westview Freedom Academy in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor's Mike Christou, crashes into Laurier Golden Hawks goaltender Colin Furlong during OUA exhibition hockey action at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor’s Mike Christou, crashes into Laurier Golden Hawks goaltender Colin Furlong during OUA exhibition hockey action at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. Grade 7 student Andrew Gatto (tallest in red on right) a cancer survivor leads the walk. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. Grade 7 student Andrew Gatto (tallest in red on right) a cancer survivor leads the walk. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during   OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks  at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor goaltender Michael Doan protects the net during OUA exhibition hockey action against the Laurier Golden Hawks at South Windsor Arena in Windsor, Ontario on September 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. Grade 7 student Andrew Gatto (centre in red) a cancer survivor leads the walk. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Students at St. Christopher School in Windsor, ON. participate in a Terry Fox walk on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. Grade 7 student Andrew Gatto (centre in red) a cancer survivor leads the walk. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Carissa LeClair is pictured at Govinda Galleries at Devonshire Mall in Windsor, Ont. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Carissa LeClair is pictured at Govinda Galleries at Devonshire Mall in Windsor, Ont. on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Jeff Noonan, left, vice president WUFA, Candy Donaldson, CUPE Local 1393 and Milka Vasic, right, CUPE Local 1001, speak to a rally of university workers and supporters who are against outsourcing of jobs September 30, 2015.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jeff Noonan, left, vice president WUFA, Candy Donaldson, CUPE Local 1393 and Milka Vasic, right, CUPE Local 1001, speak to a rally of university workers and supporters who are against outsourcing of jobs September 30, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Susan Stockwell Andrews, left, president of Essex Region Conservation Foundation, Ed Sleiman, city councillor and chair of ERCA, Richard Wyma, exec. director Essex Region Conservation Foundation and Kelly Wolfe Gregoire, right, VP human resources Caesars Windsor participate in a tree-planting ceremony at Riverfront Festival Plaza.  Caesars Windsor donated $30,000 to the Foundation's community fundraising events September 30, 2015.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Susan Stockwell Andrews, left, president of Essex Region Conservation Foundation, Ed Sleiman, city councillor and chair of ERCA, Richard Wyma, exec. director Essex Region Conservation Foundation and Kelly Wolfe Gregoire, right, VP human resources Caesars Windsor participate in a tree-planting ceremony at Riverfront Festival Plaza. Caesars Windsor donated $30,000 to the Foundation’s community fundraising events September 30, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Michael Melo, 16, a student at Kingsville District High School is shown Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, in the dress he wore for photo day at the school. He expected to be ridiculed for showing up to class in a dress. But instead his stunt illustrated the culture of tolerance found in the hallways of the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Michael Melo, 16, a student at Kingsville District High School is shown Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015, in the dress he wore for photo day at the school. He expected to be ridiculed for showing up to class in a dress. But instead his stunt illustrated the culture of tolerance found in the hallways of the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jeff Noonan, right, vice president WUFA, joined with CUPE Local 1393 and CUPE Local 1001 during a protest rally supporting university workers Sept. 30, 2015. The unions are against outsourcing of jobs.  (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jeff Noonan, right, vice president WUFA, joined with CUPE Local 1393 and CUPE Local 1001 during a protest rally supporting university workers Sept. 30, 2015. The unions are against outsourcing of jobs. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Star's Craig Pearson leads the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.                                  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Star’s Craig Pearson leads the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Arjen Colquhoun, right, tackles Oregon's Royce Freeman during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Windsor’s Arjen Colquhoun, right, tackles Oregon’s Royce Freeman during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)

Urban planner TJ Auer is photographed along Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. Auer is taking part in the Open Data Windsor Essex project.                                 (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Urban planner TJ Auer is photographed along Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. Auer is taking part in the Open Data Windsor Essex project. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor West candidates Henry Lau, Brian Masse and Dave Sundin (left to right) take part in the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.                                  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor West candidates Henry Lau, Brian Masse and Dave Sundin (left to right) take part in the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Caesars Windsor employees Kelly Laforest, left, Sarah Fox and Liza Browne are part of Caesars Windsor’s Helping Employees Reach Out (HERO) program that encourages workers to participate in community activities. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Caesars Windsor employees Kelly Laforest, left, Sarah Fox and Liza Browne are part of Caesars Windsor’s Helping Employees Reach Out (HERO) program that encourages workers to participate in community activities. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Jeff Watson, from the Conservative Party of Canada, takes part in the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.                                  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jeff Watson, from the Conservative Party of Canada, takes part in the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce federal election debate at the Caboto Club in Windsor on Wednesday, September 30, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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Windsor In Pictures: Oct. 1, 2015

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National Airlines Capt. Rob Logan in the cockpit of Boeing 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. National will be flying Windsor to Orlando twice weekly starting December 17, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines Capt. Rob Logan in the cockpit of Boeing 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. National will be flying Windsor to Orlando twice weekly starting December 17, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens steps off National Airlines 757 after the announcement of non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando's Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. (Man on steps is not identified) (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens steps off National Airlines 757 after the announcement of non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando’s Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. (Man on steps is not identified) (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando's Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando’s Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfires goaltender Michael DiPietro reaches to make a second period save during Ontario Hockey League action against Saginaw at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfires goaltender Michael DiPietro reaches to make a second period save during Ontario Hockey League action against Saginaw at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Sr. Girls basketball players from St. Anne Saints and Massey Mustangs battle for a loss basketball during high school action at St. Anne Catholic High School on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Sr. Girls basketball players from St. Anne Saints and Massey Mustangs battle for a loss basketball during high school action at St. Anne Catholic High School on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little (L), the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015 with student Madison Vandenham. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little (L), the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015 with student Madison Vandenham. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit winger Connor Brown fights Windsor Spitfires Cristiano DiGiacinto during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit winger Connor Brown fights Windsor Spitfires Cristiano DiGiacinto during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

W.F. Herman Green Griffins quarterback Michael Beale, right, steps away from Kennedy Clippers Donovan Brooks, left, in senior boys football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

W.F. Herman Green Griffins quarterback Michael Beale, right, steps away from Kennedy Clippers Donovan Brooks, left, in senior boys football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kennedy Clippers quarterback Tyler Stone, front, recovers a high snap against Herman Green Griffins Brandon Tolson in senior boys high school football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kennedy Clippers quarterback Tyler Stone, front, recovers a high snap against Herman Green Griffins Brandon Tolson in senior boys high school football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Team National Airlines pose at Windsor Airport during announcement of twice weekly flights to Orlando. Capt. Ted Latham, left, Susan Kettlewell, Andrea Worford, Linnae Matje, Toni Cotman and Capt. Rob Logan, right, join in the celebration October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Team National Airlines pose at Windsor Airport during announcement of twice weekly flights to Orlando. Capt. Ted Latham, left, Susan Kettlewell, Andrea Worford, Linnae Matje, Toni Cotman and Capt. Rob Logan, right, join in the celebration October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit goaltender Evan Cormier and defenceman Keaton Middleton protect the net from Windsor Spitfires Luke Boka during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit goaltender Evan Cormier and defenceman Keaton Middleton protect the net from Windsor Spitfires Luke Boka during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit winger Connor Brown fights Windsor Spitfires Cristiano DiGiacinto during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit winger Connor Brown fights Windsor Spitfires Cristiano DiGiacinto during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos announced the MyKingsville Challenge Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at the KingÕs Landing Restaurant. The challenge is a fundraiser for the Mettawas Park project. An anonymous donor pledged $250,000 as a matching gift challenge to encourage the community to support the development of the new waterfront park. JULIE KOTSIS/The Windsor Star

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos announced the MyKingsville Challenge Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at the KingÕs Landing Restaurant. The challenge is a fundraiser for the Mettawas Park project. An anonymous donor pledged $250,000 as a matching gift challenge to encourage the community to support the development of the new waterfront park. JULIE KOTSIS/The Windsor Star

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jane Little, the cafeteria cook at General Amherst High School in Amherstburg, ON. is shown on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. She has increased food sales in the cafeteria significantly serving healthy fresh items. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando's Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando’s Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kennedy Clippers quarterback Tyler Stone recovers a high snap against Herman Green Griffins in senior boys high school football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kennedy Clippers quarterback Tyler Stone recovers a high snap against Herman Green Griffins in senior boys high school football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires battle the Saginaw Spirit in Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires battle the Saginaw Spirit in Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

David Dunn, owner of Riviera Pizza on Ottawa Street serves up soup to guest Don Lawson at the Downtown Mission in Windsor, Ontario on Oct. 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

David Dunn, owner of Riviera Pizza on Ottawa Street serves up soup to guest Don Lawson at the Downtown Mission in Windsor, Ontario on Oct. 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Villanova Wildcats practice at Villanova High School in LaSalle on Thursday, October 1, 2015. The Seattle Seahawks Luke Willson has donated new uniforms to the team. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Herman Green Griffins runningback Brody Quinn, left, slips the tackle of Kennedy Clippers Quinten Earhart, bottom right, to score a touchdown in the first half of senior boys football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Herman Green Griffins runningback Brody Quinn, left, slips the tackle of Kennedy Clippers Quinten Earhart, bottom right, to score a touchdown in the first half of senior boys football at Windsor Stadium Thursday October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos announced the MyKingsville Challenge Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at the KingÕs Landing Restaurant. The challenge is a fundraiser for the Mettawas Park project. An anonymous donor pledged $250,000 as a matching gift challenge to encourage the community to support the development of the new waterfront park. JULIE KOTSIS/The Windsor Star

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos announced the MyKingsville Challenge Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015, at the KingÕs Landing Restaurant. The challenge is a fundraiser for the Mettawas Park project. An anonymous donor pledged $250,000 as a matching gift challenge to encourage the community to support the development of the new waterfront park. JULIE KOTSIS/The Windsor Star

Saginaw Spirit centre Kris Bennett chases down Windsor Spitfires Gabriel Vilardi during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Saginaw Spirit centre Kris Bennett chases down Windsor Spitfires Gabriel Vilardi during third period Ontario Hockey League action at the WFCU Centre on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

St. Anne Saints Darby McManus, reaches for the basketball between Massey Mustangs Carly Snaeden, left, and Carolina Miceli during the senior girls high school basketball game at St. Anne Catholic High School on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

St. Anne Saints Darby McManus, reaches for the basketball between Massey Mustangs Carly Snaeden, left, and Carolina Miceli during the senior girls high school basketball game at St. Anne Catholic High School on October 1, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando's Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando’s Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando's Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines announce non-stop service from Windsor (YQG) to Orlando’s Sanford International Airport (SFB) beginning Thursday December 17, 2015. Media conference and Boeing 757 tour held at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 National Airlines Capt. Ted Latham, left, takes a snapshot for a flight attendant at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines Capt. Ted Latham, left, takes a snapshot for a flight attendant at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Drew Dilkens and Jo-Anne Gignac try out the first class seat about National Airlines 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Drew Dilkens and Jo-Anne Gignac try out the first class seat about National Airlines 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines Capt. Rob Logan in the cockpit of Boeing 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. National will be flying Windsor to Orlando twice weekly starting December 17, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

National Airlines Capt. Rob Logan in the cockpit of Boeing 757 at Windsor Airport October 1, 2015. National will be flying Windsor to Orlando twice weekly starting December 17, 2015. (NICK BRANACCIO/The Windsor Star)

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Marantha's May Mailloux steals the ball from Ste. Cecile's Anjoola Amoo at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha’s May Mailloux steals the ball from Ste. Cecile’s Anjoola Amoo at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha's May Mailloux is guarded by Ste. Cecile's Miracle Ini-Abasi at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha’s May Mailloux is guarded by Ste. Cecile’s Miracle Ini-Abasi at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Scattered sunshine creates an interesting effect as the Windsor Detroit skyline contrasts against colourful foliage at Malden Park October 14, 2015.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Scattered sunshine creates an interesting effect as the Windsor Detroit skyline contrasts against colourful foliage at Malden Park October 14, 2015. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Layne Albert, 10, left, jumps from a playground swing sending brother Logan Albert, 4, running to get out of the way at Malden Park on a beautiful afternoon October 14, 2015.  Layne won her Michigan shirt at school earlier this week and Aunt Cory Albert was supervising nearby.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Layne Albert, 10, left, jumps from a playground swing sending brother Logan Albert, 4, running to get out of the way at Malden Park on a beautiful afternoon October 14, 2015. Layne won her Michigan shirt at school earlier this week and Aunt Cory Albert was supervising nearby. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha's May Mailloux keeps the ball in while playing Ste. Cecile's at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha’s May Mailloux keeps the ball in while playing Ste. Cecile’s at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Ronnie Haidar, a post-graduate student at the University of Windsor and former UWSA president, talks about the youth vote in this upcoming election while at the CAW Student Centre, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Ronnie Haidar, a post-graduate student at the University of Windsor and former UWSA president, talks about the youth vote in this upcoming election while at the CAW Student Centre, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO - OCT 14, 2015 - Stefan Stefan Sjöstrand (L), President, IKEA Canada gives Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens a hug during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Craig Pearson)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO – OCT 14, 2015 – Stefan Stefan Sjöstrand (L), President, IKEA Canada gives Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens a hug during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Craig Pearson)

 Two helmets are shown at the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich St. just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

Two helmets are shown at the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich St. just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

 The LaSalle Vipers Paolo Battisti makes a save on the Sarnia Legionaires Brandon Layman at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Paolo Battisti makes a save on the Sarnia Legionaires Brandon Layman at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

Exterior of the old Armouries building in downtown Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015.  Construction continues University of Windsor's combined School of Music and Visual Arts.

Exterior of the old Armouries building in downtown Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015. Construction continues University of Windsor’s combined School of Music and Visual Arts.

Logan Albert, 4, takes his turn on playground swing at Malden Park on a beautiful afternoon October 14, 2015. Logan's aunt, Cory Albert was supervising nearby.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Logan Albert, 4, takes his turn on playground swing at Malden Park on a beautiful afternoon October 14, 2015. Logan’s aunt, Cory Albert was supervising nearby. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Marantha's Victoria Brouwer rebounds the ball above Ste. Cecile's Harnoor Wadhwa and Liza Korolov (right) at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha’s Victoria Brouwer rebounds the ball above Ste. Cecile’s Harnoor Wadhwa and Liza Korolov (right) at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 14, 2015. --  The LaSalle Vipers Connor Matton is checked by the Sarnia Legionaires Ethan Dupont at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 14, 2015. — The LaSalle Vipers Connor Matton is checked by the Sarnia Legionaires Ethan Dupont at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Powell, 20, a 4th year environmental studies student at the University of Windsor, talks about the youth vote in this upcoming election while at the CAW Student Centre, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Powell, 20, a 4th year environmental studies student at the University of Windsor, talks about the youth vote in this upcoming election while at the CAW Student Centre, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Stefan Sjostrand, President, IKEA Canada is shown during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility.

Stefan Sjostrand, President, IKEA Canada is shown during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

Windsor Fire Service assists a consultant engineer during a close inspection of the Ambassador Bridge near Huron Church road in Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015.

Windsor Fire Service assists a consultant engineer during a close inspection of the Ambassador Bridge near Huron Church road in Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015.

Stefan Stefan Sjostrand, left, president of IKEA Canada gives Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens a hug during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility.

Stefan Stefan Sjostrand, left, president of IKEA Canada gives Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens a hug during a media conference on Wed. Oct. 14, 2015, at the Willistead Manor in Windsor, ON. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Rd. for a pick-up and order point facility.

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 14, 2015. --  The LaSalle Vipers Zack Hoffman knocks the puck loose from the Sarnia Legionaires Ethan Dupont at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 14, 2015. — The LaSalle Vipers Zack Hoffman knocks the puck loose from the Sarnia Legionaires Ethan Dupont at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha's Allison Winik battles for a rebound against Ste. Cecile's Miracle Ini-Abasi at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015.                                      (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Marantha’s Allison Winik battles for a rebound against Ste. Cecile’s Miracle Ini-Abasi at AcadŽmie Ste. CŽcile International School in Windsor on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich Street just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

WINDSOR, ONTARIO - October 14, 2015 - Portrait of Craig Goodman, Principal at CS&P Architects Inc. during construction at the old Armouries building in downtown Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015.  Construction continues on the University of Windsor's combined School of Music and Visual Arts. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO – October 14, 2015 – Portrait of Craig Goodman, Principal at CS&P Architects Inc. during construction at the old Armouries building in downtown Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015. Construction continues on the University of Windsor’s combined School of Music and Visual Arts. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Stefan Sjostrand, left, president of IKEA Canada, hugs Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens during a news conference Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015 at Willistead Manor in Windsor, Ont. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Road for a Pick-Up and Order Point facility.

Stefan Sjostrand, left, president of IKEA Canada, hugs Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens during a news conference Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015 at Willistead Manor in Windsor, Ont. IKEA Canada announced that they have secured a location on Walker Road for a Pick-Up and Order Point facility.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich St. just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

A Windsor police officer investigates the scene of a fatal motorcycle accident on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, on Sandwich St. just west of the Ambassador Bridge.

WINDSOR, ONTARIO - OCTOBER 14, 2015 - Windsor Fire Service assists a consultant engineer during a close inspection of the Ambassador Bridge near Huron Church road in Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015.   (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO – OCTOBER 14, 2015 – Windsor Fire Service assists a consultant engineer during a close inspection of the Ambassador Bridge near Huron Church road in Windsor, Ontario on October 14, 2015. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell collides with the Sarnia Legionaires PJ Vandervaart at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 14, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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Windsor in Pictures: Oct. 22, 2015

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The Windsor Star’s award-winning photographers covered the city and county Wednesday. Check it out.

 Union Gas technicians are shown at the scene of a house explosion on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight.

Union Gas technicians are shown at the scene of a house explosion on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight.

A home that was destroyed in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight causing extensive damage to two other houses.

A home that was destroyed in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight causing extensive damage to two other houses.

Bill (L) and Sue Lariviere speak to an investigator at the scene of a house explosion on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight. The couple's home directly to the south of the explosion suffered extensive damage.

Bill (L) and Sue Lariviere speak to an investigator at the scene of a house explosion on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight. The couple’s home directly to the south of the explosion suffered extensive damage.

A home that was destroyed in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight causing extensive damage to two other houses.

A home that was destroyed in the 1400 block of Francois Rd. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. The home exploded in flames shortly after midnight causing extensive damage to two other houses.

University of Windsor students mingle with Therapeutic Paws of Canada canines and their handlers during English Corner session at the International Student Centre on University of Windsor's main campus, Wednesday October 21, 2015. Students Kim Barry, left, Renata Presta, Maggie Guan, Nadine Darsa and Amanda Swatman, right, give lots of attention to dogs Dora, front, and Lexi, who were brought to the session by Shannon Hyatt, centre, and other members of Therapeutic Paws. All students were invited to attend.

University of Windsor students mingle with Therapeutic Paws of Canada canines and their handlers during English Corner session at the International Student Centre on University of Windsor’s main campus, Wednesday October 21, 2015. Students Kim Barry, left, Renata Presta, Maggie Guan, Nadine Darsa and Amanda Swatman, right, give lots of attention to dogs Dora, front, and Lexi, who were brought to the session by Shannon Hyatt, centre, and other members of Therapeutic Paws. All students were invited to attend.

University of Windsor nursing students Amanda Swatman, right, and Nadine Darsa are greeted by therapeutic canine Lexi, a mini schnauzer, held by Shannon Hyatt, left, Wednesday October 21, 2015. Therapeutic Paws of Canada spent two hours with students during English Corner session at the International Student Centre on University of Windsor's main campus. All students were invited to attend.

University of Windsor nursing students Amanda Swatman, right, and Nadine Darsa are greeted by therapeutic canine Lexi, a mini schnauzer, held by Shannon Hyatt, left, Wednesday October 21, 2015. Therapeutic Paws of Canada spent two hours with students during English Corner session at the International Student Centre on University of Windsor’s main campus. All students were invited to attend.

The Windsor Spitfires will be well represented at the 2015 Canada Russia Series. From left, Logan Brown, assistant coach Jerrod Smith, head coach Rocky Thompson, associate coach Trevor Letowski and Cristiano DiGiancinto are shown at a media conference on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2105 at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, ON. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires will be well represented at the 2015 Canada Russia Series. From left, Logan Brown, assistant coach Jerrod Smith, head coach Rocky Thompson, associate coach Trevor Letowski and Cristiano DiGiancinto are shown at a media conference on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2105 at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, ON. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The interior of an apartment at 444 Park St. W. in Windsor, Ont. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. Tenants are upset with the run down condition of the building.

The interior of an apartment at 444 Park St. W. in Windsor, Ont. is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015. Tenants are upset with the run down condition of the building.

Dustin Gerner is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at the apartment building he lives in at 444 Park St. W. in Windsor, ON. Tenants are upset with the run down condition of the building. He is shown near a ceiling that was been leaking and is visibly crumbling.

Dustin Gerner is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at the apartment building he lives in at 444 Park St. W. in Windsor, ON. Tenants are upset with the run down condition of the building. He is shown near a ceiling that was been leaking and is visibly crumbling.

Dustin Gerner is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at the apartment building he lives in at 444 Park Street in Windsor, Ont. Tenants are upset with the rundown condition of the building. He is shown in the basement laundry room that is flooded and mouldy.

Dustin Gerner is shown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at the apartment building he lives in at 444 Park Street in Windsor, Ont. Tenants are upset with the rundown condition of the building. He is shown in the basement laundry room that is flooded and mouldy.

Maya Hannagan of Massey is shown on her way to winning the junior girls WECSSAA cross country race at the Malden Park on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 in Windsor, Ont.

Maya Hannagan of Massey is shown on her way to winning the junior girls WECSSAA cross country race at the Malden Park on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 in Windsor, Ont.

Midget boys take off at the WECSSAA cross country championships at the Malden Park on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 in Windsor, Ont.

Midget boys take off at the WECSSAA cross country championships at the Malden Park on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015 in Windsor, Ont.

Alicia Bruner, left, walks Oscar while friend Ryan Donaldson walks Grover on a warm autumn afternoon in East Windsor at Riverside Kiwanis Park Wednesday October 21, 2015.

Alicia Bruner, left, walks Oscar while friend Ryan Donaldson walks Grover on a warm autumn afternoon in East Windsor at Riverside Kiwanis Park Wednesday October 21, 2015.

Alicia Bruner, left, walks Oscar while friend Ryan Donaldson walks Grover on a warm autumn afternoon in East Windsor at Riverside Kiwanis Park Wednesday October 21, 2015.

Alicia Bruner, left, walks Oscar while friend Ryan Donaldson walks Grover on a warm autumn afternoon in East Windsor at Riverside Kiwanis Park Wednesday October 21, 2015.

A group of fishermen fish for musky on the shores of Lake St. Clair in Belle River on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015.

A group of fishermen fish for musky on the shores of Lake St. Clair in Belle River on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015.

Monica Staley, right, VP, Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Program, prepares to take her first mammogram with MRT Yolanda Mifflin, left, during Just Book It mammogram campaign at Windsor Regional Hospital Met campus, October 21, 2015. October 21st is the provincial Day of the Mammogram and October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month . The Just Book It campaign aims to get women 50-54 to sign up for their first mammograms and the entire procedure is less than 10 minutes, which could save a woman's life.

Monica Staley, right, VP, Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Program, prepares to take her first mammogram with MRT Yolanda Mifflin, left, during Just Book It mammogram campaign at Windsor Regional Hospital Met campus, October 21, 2015. October 21st is the provincial Day of the Mammogram and October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month . The Just Book It campaign aims to get women 50-54 to sign up for their first mammograms and the entire procedure is less than 10 minutes, which could save a woman’s life.

Several of the pathway lights along the riverfront trail fail to come on as the sun goes down over Windsor on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

Several of the pathway lights along the riverfront trail fail to come on as the sun goes down over Windsor on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

St. Anne's Shane Way spikes the ball at F.J. Brennan's Aaron Russette at St. Anne Catholic High School in Lakeshore on Wednesday, October 21, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

St. Anne’s Shane Way spikes the ball at F.J. Brennan’s Aaron Russette at St. Anne Catholic High School in Lakeshore on Wednesday, October 21, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The LaSalle Vipers Nathan Savage collides with the Strathroy Rockets Dane Gubbels at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Nathan Savage collides with the Strathroy Rockets Dane Gubbels at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 21, 2015. -- The LaSalle Vipers Liam MacDougall tries to cut around the Strathroy Rockets Noah Tooke at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

WINDSOR, ON. OCTOBER 21, 2015. — The LaSalle Vipers Liam MacDougall tries to cut around the Strathroy Rockets Noah Tooke at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 21, 2015.

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A couple enjoy a sunny walk near the Little River on Thursday, Oct 22, 2015.

A couple enjoy a sunny walk near the Little River on Thursday, Oct 22, 2015.

The view of the Little River corridor, looking south from Twin Oaks. (Jason Kryk/The Windsor Star)

The view of the Little River corridor, looking south from Twin Oaks. (Jason Kryk/The Windsor Star)

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015. The City of Windsor has spent $2.9 million the last five years in legal fees, fighting the Ambassador Bridge in court over a string of issues.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015. The City of Windsor has spent $2.9 million the last five years in legal fees, fighting the Ambassador Bridge in court over a string of issues.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Blighted properties owned by the Ambassador Bridge company are shown on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015.

Heavily damaged Buick Enclave is towed away by Myers Towing operator on eastbound E C Row Expressway October 22, 2015. Traffic was backed up in both directions of E C Row and both service roads due to several collisions which occurred after the first incident. South bound Walker Road was very slow as motorists tried to find their way around the mess.

Heavily damaged Buick Enclave is towed away by Myers Towing operator on eastbound E C Row Expressway October 22, 2015. Traffic was backed up in both directions of E C Row and both service roads due to several collisions which occurred after the first incident. South bound Walker Road was very slow as motorists tried to find their way around the mess.

Assumption Raiders Sussie Doe, left, guards Kennedy Clippers Adriana Ahmeti in senior girls high school basketball at Kennedy gym October 22, 2015. Referee Gino Barzotto keeps his eye on the play. No foul was called. (NICK BRANCACCIO/Windsor Star)

Assumption Raiders Sussie Doe, left, guards Kennedy Clippers Adriana Ahmeti in senior girls high school basketball at Kennedy gym October 22, 2015. Referee Gino Barzotto keeps his eye on the play. No foul was called. (NICK BRANCACCIO/Windsor Star)

A castor bean plant is seen in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015. Several children were taken to hospital after ingesting the beans. The beans from the plant contain the poison ricin.

A castor bean plant is seen in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015. Several children were taken to hospital after ingesting the beans. The beans from the plant contain the poison ricin.

Five Grade 6 students from Ecole Secondaire Georges Vanier are being watched closely by their parents after coming in contact at their school with castor beans, which are poisonous to humans.

Five Grade 6 students from Ecole Secondaire Georges Vanier are being watched closely by their parents after coming in contact at their school with castor beans, which are poisonous to humans.

A castor bean plant is seen in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015. Several children were taken to hospital after ingesting the beans. The beans from the plant contain the poison ricin.

A castor bean plant is seen in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015. Several children were taken to hospital after ingesting the beans. The beans from the plant contain the poison ricin.

Douglas Porter, chief economist and managing director, BMO Financial Group speaks to a group of investors and commercial clients at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015.

Douglas Porter, chief economist and managing director, BMO Financial Group speaks to a group of investors and commercial clients at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor on Thursday, October 22, 2015.

Windsor in Pictures: Oct. 27, 2015

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Ari Freed speaks at the OJC Masterclass Network event on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at the Caboto Club in Windsor, Ont.

Ari Freed speaks at the OJC Masterclass Network event on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at the Caboto Club in Windsor, Ont.

Mike Ouellette, skills trades training coordinator with Valiant International in Windsor, Ont. displays a pumpkin with a 3D image of Frankenstein. The high-tech carving was done with a CNC machine. The company is offering to carve custom logos into pumpkins to raise funds for a local student robotics group.

Mike Ouellette, skills trades training coordinator with Valiant International in Windsor, Ont. displays a pumpkin with a 3D image of Frankenstein. The high-tech carving was done with a CNC machine. The company is offering to carve custom logos into pumpkins to raise funds for a local student robotics group.

A pumpkin is shown in a CNC machine at Valiant International in Windsor, ON. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015. The company is offering to carve custom logos into pumpkins to raise funds for a local student robotics group.

A pumpkin is shown in a CNC machine at Valiant International in Windsor, ON. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015. The company is offering to carve custom logos into pumpkins to raise funds for a local student robotics group.

A squirrel munches on a pumpkin on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

A squirrel munches on a pumpkin on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

A 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder is placed out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington.  The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council.  “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

A 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder is placed out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

A squirrel munches on a pumpkin on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

A squirrel munches on a pumpkin on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani talks about the 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder that has been placed out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani talks about the 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder that has been placed out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani and elected officials place their hands on a 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani and elected officials place their hands on a 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani and elected officials place their hands on a 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

Erie Shores Hospice Co-Chair Cole Cacciavillani and elected officials place their hands on a 1.5 billion year-old granite bolder out front of the nearly completed Erie Shores Hospice in Leamington. The ‘Child of the Mountain’ has found its new home at the entrance of the new 10 bed Erie Shore Hospice in Leamington. The big rock will be a symbol of recognition of the overwhelming support on behalf the county residents and Council. “This outstanding rock is a symbol of the support from the Essex County community; for their Rock-Solid commitment to care in our region,†explained Co-chair Cole Cacciavillani.

The Belle River breakwall is seen on Oct. 27, 2015 in Belle River, Ont

The Belle River breakwall is seen on Oct. 27, 2015 in Belle River, Ont

The Belle River breakwall is seen on Oct. 27, 2015 in Belle River, Ont

The Belle River breakwall is seen on Oct. 27, 2015 in Belle River, Ont

Felicia Doucet of FAKE it! Spray Tan and Beauty Bar on Erie Street East Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015.

Felicia Doucet of FAKE it! Spray Tan and Beauty Bar on Erie Street East Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015.

Percy P. McCallum School students are transfered to another school bus following a collision involving a Pontiac Grand Prix on Bernard Road at Reginald Street Tuesday October 27, 2015. The driver of the Pontiac was assessed at the scene by Essex-Windsor EMS paramedics and no other injuries were reported. Some of the children were taken from the damaged bus by their parents. No students were injured and Windsor Police arrived on the scene quickly to investigate.

Percy P. McCallum School students are transfered to another school bus following a collision involving a Pontiac Grand Prix on Bernard Road at Reginald Street Tuesday October 27, 2015. The driver of the Pontiac was assessed at the scene by Essex-Windsor EMS paramedics and no other injuries were reported. Some of the children were taken from the damaged bus by their parents. No students were injured and Windsor Police arrived on the scene quickly to investigate.

Knitting club from Solidarity Towers pose with some of their 2,559 sets of wool hats, scarves and mittens which will be donated to needy families across the area. Vera Keane, left, Val Taylor, Carrol D'Agnolo, Joyce Muldoon, right, along with Carol Renaud, back left and Lynn Robertson, back right, used their time and skill to assemble a roomful of appearal as winter approaches. Windsor Family Credit Union were a financial contributor to the project. Photo taken Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Knitting club from Solidarity Towers pose with some of their 2,559 sets of wool hats, scarves and mittens which will be donated to needy families across the area. Vera Keane, left, Val Taylor, Carrol D’Agnolo, Joyce Muldoon, right, along with Carol Renaud, back left and Lynn Robertson, back right, used their time and skill to assemble a roomful of appearal as winter approaches. Windsor Family Credit Union were a financial contributor to the project. Photo taken Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Barbara Jackman and Michael Molloy (right) take part in a town hall conversation on humanitarian crises and refugees at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015.

Barbara Jackman and Michael Molloy (right) take part in a town hall conversation on humanitarian crises and refugees at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015.

Ghai Mattiang spoke at a town hall meeting on the humanitarian crises and refugees at the University of Windsor Tuesday,

Ghai Mattiang spoke at a town hall meeting on the humanitarian crises and refugees at the University of Windsor Tuesday,

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour are joined by their children Shahed, Osama and Omar (left to right) as they speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour are joined by their children Shahed, Osama and Omar (left to right) as they speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour are joined by their son Mohamed (centre) as they speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour are joined by their son Mohamed (centre) as they speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Muftakher Al Hayik and his wife Lina Alnatour speak about their journey from Syria to Windsor at their home in Windsor on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals Quinn MacIsaac, left, gathers a rebound and carries the ball against Cardinal Carter Cougars Katrina Ingratta, behind, in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals Quinn MacIsaac, left, gathers a rebound and carries the ball against Cardinal Carter Cougars Katrina Ingratta, behind, in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals Quinn MacIsaac, left, moves the ball against Cardinal Carter Cougars Katrina Ingratta, behind, in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals Quinn MacIsaac, left, moves the ball against Cardinal Carter Cougars Katrina Ingratta, behind, in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals guard Sabrina Binjamin, right, is fouled by Cardinal Carter Cougars Hailey Marcus in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

Brennan Cardinals guard Sabrina Binjamin, right, is fouled by Cardinal Carter Cougars Hailey Marcus in senior girls basketball from the Brennan gym Tuesday October 27, 2015.

The Essex 73's Riley Meyerink is checked by the Alvinston Flyers Jeremy VanDeven at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73’s Riley Meyerink is checked by the Alvinston Flyers Jeremy VanDeven at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73's William Stadder is checked by the the Alvinston Flyers Blake Hayes at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

The Essex 73’s William Stadder is checked by the the Alvinston Flyers Blake Hayes at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

The Essex 73's Nick Latreille watches as the Alvinston Flyers Joe Stock dumps the puck at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

The Essex 73’s Nick Latreille watches as the Alvinston Flyers Joe Stock dumps the puck at the Essex Centre Sports Complex in Essex on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

Windsor in Pictures: Oct. 28, 2015

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A sign is displayed on what will be the new Cypher Systems Group Greenway on Wednesday October 28, 2015. Cypher Systems Group donated $250,000 for the naming rights to the 25km trail.

A sign is displayed on what will be the new Cypher Systems Group Greenway on Wednesday October 28, 2015. Cypher Systems Group donated $250,000 for the naming rights to the 25km trail.

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating an school bus accident on I.C. Roy Drive in Lakeshore, Ontario on October 28, 2015. A school bus transporting students to St. Anne High School was involved in an accident that knocked over a light pole.

Ontario Provincial Police are investigating an school bus accident on I.C. Roy Drive in Lakeshore, Ontario on October 28, 2015. A school bus transporting students to St. Anne High School was involved in an accident that knocked over a light pole.

A line of EMS paramedic ambulances park in front of St. Anne High School, Wednesday as paramedics check over students involved in an early morning school bus accident.

A line of EMS paramedic ambulances park in front of St. Anne High School, Wednesday as paramedics check over students involved in an early morning school bus accident.

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare president and chief executive officer Janice Kaffer talks about the partnership with Hospice of Windsor and Essex County for volunteer services including the Burden Bear program, vigil volunteers and Hospice traditions such as the honour guard during a press conference on Oct. 28, 2015.

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare president and chief executive officer Janice Kaffer talks about the partnership with Hospice of Windsor and Essex County for volunteer services including the Burden Bear program, vigil volunteers and Hospice traditions such as the honour guard during a press conference on Oct. 28, 2015.

Joe Perry, director of patient and family services at the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County announces the partnership with Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare for volunteer services including the Burden Bear program, vigil volunteers and Hospice traditions such as the honour guard during a press conference on Oct. 28, 2015.

Joe Perry, director of patient and family services at the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County announces the partnership with Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare for volunteer services including the Burden Bear program, vigil volunteers and Hospice traditions such as the honour guard during a press conference on Oct. 28, 2015.

The Windsor Police Service and the Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society are teaming up to promote the Go Purple campaign to prevent child abuse. Officers are wearing purple ribbons and cruisers have had the purple symbol place on them. A ribbon is shown on a cruiser on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

The Windsor Police Service and the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society are teaming up to promote the Go Purple campaign to prevent child abuse. Officers are wearing purple ribbons and cruisers have had the purple symbol place on them. A ribbon is shown on a cruiser on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

The Windsor Police Service and the Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society are teaming up to promote the Go Purple campaign to prevent child abuse. Officers are wearing purple ribbons and cruisers have had the purple symbol place on them. From left, Windsor CAS COO Terry Johnson, CEO Bill Bevan, Windsor Police Chief Al Frederick and CAS manager of community development Tina Gatt pose with a ribbon during a media conference on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

The Windsor Police Service and the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Society are teaming up to promote the Go Purple campaign to prevent child abuse. Officers are wearing purple ribbons and cruisers have had the purple symbol place on them. From left, Windsor CAS COO Terry Johnson, CEO Bill Bevan, Windsor Police Chief Al Frederick and CAS manager of community development Tina Gatt pose with a ribbon during a media conference on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

Tiffany Todd (C) is shown with Urban Home owner Jodi Mason (L) and administrator Jennifer Young on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. The company runs a contest called Urban Angel where a special needs person gets a complete renovation of their bedroom. They are shown in Tiffany's room that has a fresh coat of paint before all the renovation and decoration work begins.

Tiffany Todd (C) is shown with Urban Home owner Jodi Mason (L) and administrator Jennifer Young on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015. The company runs a contest called Urban Angel where a special needs person gets a complete renovation of their bedroom. They are shown in Tiffany’s room that has a fresh coat of paint before all the renovation and decoration work begins.

The Windsor Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation presented their grant recipients on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont. Dr. Phillip Karpowicz, left, Dr. Lisa Porter and Dr. James Gauld received grants totalling $233,500.

The Windsor Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation presented their grant recipients on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont. Dr. Phillip Karpowicz, left, Dr. Lisa Porter and Dr. James Gauld received grants totalling $233,500.

A walker is shown along the Ganatchio trail on a wet and windy Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

A walker is shown along the Ganatchio trail on a wet and windy Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, in Windsor, Ont.

Grade nine applied mathematics student Lucas Youkhana solves a problem during equivalent rations lesson at St. Joseph's Catholic High School October 28, 2015.

Grade nine applied mathematics student Lucas Youkhana solves a problem during equivalent rations lesson at St. Joseph’s Catholic High School October 28, 2015.

Math and science consultant David Petro, right, discusses EQAO testing results with reporter Dave Waddell at St. Joseph's Catholic High School Oct. 28, 2015.

Math and science consultant David Petro, right, discusses EQAO testing results with reporter Dave Waddell at St. Joseph’s Catholic High School Oct. 28, 2015.

St. Joseph's mathematics teacher Angie Mooney, centre, assists students Brayden Hoare, left, Nicholas Janiak and Devon Thachuk-Gay Oct. 28, 2015.

St. Joseph’s mathematics teacher Angie Mooney, centre, assists students Brayden Hoare, left, Nicholas Janiak and Devon Thachuk-Gay Oct. 28, 2015.

All hands on deck as City of Windsor planners Greg Atkinson, left, Derek Heinbuck, Kevin Alexander and Laura Diotte assist the area residents during a Public Visioning Session and Open House at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre October 28, 2015. Public was invited to make suggestions as the City's Planning and Buiilding Services develop their vision for the downtown.

All hands on deck as City of Windsor planners Greg Atkinson, left, Derek Heinbuck, Kevin Alexander and Laura Diotte assist the area residents during a Public Visioning Session and Open House at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre October 28, 2015. Public was invited to make suggestions as the City’s Planning and Buiilding Services develop their vision for the downtown.

 The LaSalle Vipers Connor Rosaasen and the Chatham Maroons Gus Ford battle for the puck along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Connor Rosaasen and the Chatham Maroons Gus Ford battle for the puck along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell and the Chatham Maroons Dede Cato battle along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Tyler Russell and the Chatham Maroons Dede Cato battle along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Manny Silverio and Zack Hoffman (centre) crash into the net ahead of the Chatham Maroons Logan Percy at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Manny Silverio and Zack Hoffman (centre) crash into the net ahead of the Chatham Maroons Logan Percy at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

Sandwich Sabres Liam Rolfe, top left, defends a tip by Essex Raiders Jamil Basilio in senior boys volleyball action at Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

Sandwich Sabres Liam Rolfe, top left, defends a tip by Essex Raiders Jamil Basilio in senior boys volleyball action at Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

Sandwich setter Andrew Dureno in action against Essex Red Raiders in senior boys volleyball at Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

Sandwich setter Andrew Dureno in action against Essex Red Raiders in senior boys volleyball at Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

Essex Raiders Brady Rickeard, right, hits against Sandwich Sabres Andrew Dureno at the Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

Essex Raiders Brady Rickeard, right, hits against Sandwich Sabres Andrew Dureno at the Sandwich gym October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Michael Ruttinger fires a shot past the Chatham Maroons Logan Percy at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.

The LaSalle Vipers Michael Ruttinger fires a shot past the Chatham Maroons Logan Percy at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, October 28, 2015.


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