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Windsor in Pictures: Aug. 27, 2013

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

Windsor Spitfire goalie Jordan DeKort during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire goalie Jordan DeKort during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Kerby Rychel during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Kerby Rychel during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire alumni and current NHL players Mike Weber, left, Adam Henrique and Steve Ott were working out with the current OHL team during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire alumni and current NHL players Mike Weber, left, Adam Henrique and Steve Ott were working out with the current OHL team during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Zack Percy participates in the Windsor Spitfire training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Zack Percy participates in the Windsor Spitfire training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Ben Johnson during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Ben Johnson during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang takes a breather after a skating drill during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang takes a breather after a skating drill during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfire Josh Ho-Sang during training camp Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at the WFCU Centre in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Express coach Bill Jones gives instructions during a game against Halifax at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Express coach Bill Jones gives instructions during a game against Halifax at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor AKO Fratmen quarterback Austin Lumley attended a media conference in LaSalle Tuesday. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor AKO Fratmen quarterback Austin Lumley attended a media conference in LaSalle Tuesday. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Candice Malcolm is photographed next to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation's debt clock along the riverfront in Windsor, Ont. on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Candice Malcolm is photographed next to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation’s debt clock along the riverfront in Windsor, Ont. on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Jacqueline Hazelton comments on the newly announced fee increase for Ontario drivers licenses in Windsor on Tuesday, August 27, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jacqueline Hazelton comments on the newly announced fee increase for Ontario drivers licenses in Windsor on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Murtagh comments on the newly announced fee increase for Ontario drivers licenses in Windsor on Tuesday, August 27, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Murtagh comments on the newly announced fee increase for Ontario drivers licenses in Windsor on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Harvey Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP believes he will deliver "the largest award in Canadian history" from a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company (CTC) while meeting with West Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. Lawyer Sharon Strosberg, left, listens to her father. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Harvey Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP believes he will deliver “the largest award in Canadian history” from a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company (CTC) while meeting with West Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. Lawyer Sharon Strosberg, left, listens to her father. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Canadian Transit Company President Dan Stamper enters Mackenzie Hall meeting room where Harvey Strosberg was addressing west Windsor property owners August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Canadian Transit Company President Dan Stamper enters Mackenzie Hall meeting room where Harvey Strosberg was addressing west Windsor property owners August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Property owners Joe Desando, left, Giulio Desando and John Myllynen, right, of Edison Street, listen to a presentation by Harvey Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Property owners Joe Desando, left, Giulio Desando and John Myllynen, right, of Edison Street, listen to a presentation by Harvey Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Harvey Strosberg, standing right, and his daughter Sharon Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP talk about a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company while meeting with west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Harvey Strosberg, standing right, and his daughter Sharon Strosberg of Sutts, Strosberg LLP talk about a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company while meeting with west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Lawyer Sharon Strosberg asks those attending the meeting to sign in, as Harvey Strosberg, left, of Sutts, Strosberg LLP prepares to speak to west Windsor property owners Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Lawyer Sharon Strosberg asks those attending the meeting to sign in, as Harvey Strosberg, left, of Sutts, Strosberg LLP prepares to speak to west Windsor property owners Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Still packing a powerful punch, Harvey Strosberg, standing, of Sutts, Strosberg LLP believes he will deliver "the largest award in Canadian history"  with a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company (CTC) while meeting with west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. Joining Indian Road residents Steve Chaborek, centre, and his daugher Jeannie Chaborek was CTC president Dan Stamper, left, and other area residents. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Still packing a powerful punch, Harvey Strosberg, standing, of Sutts, Strosberg LLP believes he will deliver “the largest award in Canadian history” with a law suit launched against the Canadian Transit Company (CTC) while meeting with west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. Joining Indian Road residents Steve Chaborek, centre, and his daugher Jeannie Chaborek was CTC president Dan Stamper, left, and other area residents. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Steve Chaborek, right, of Indian Road and other property owners, left, were joined by Canadian Transit Company president Dan Stamper during a meeting with lawyers Harvey Strosberg, Sharon Strosberg and Bill Sasso and west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Steve Chaborek, right, of Indian Road and other property owners, left, were joined by Canadian Transit Company president Dan Stamper during a meeting with lawyers Harvey Strosberg, Sharon Strosberg and Bill Sasso and west Windsor property owners at Mackenzie Hall August 27, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

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Windsor in Pictures: Aug. 28, 2013

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

Spitfires defenceman Adam Bateman, left, battles Ben Johnson for the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires defenceman Adam Bateman, left, battles Ben Johnson for the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires defenceman Slater Koekkoek skates during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires defenceman Slater Koekkoek skates during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Matthew Kenney, left, and Adam Bateman chase a loose puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Matthew Kenney, left, and Adam Bateman chase a loose puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires forward Remy Giftopoulos carries the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires forward Remy Giftopoulos carries the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires forward Remy Giftopoulos carries the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires forward Remy Giftopoulos carries the puck during training camp Wednesday at the WFCU Centre. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Goran Todorovic, left, and Gary Geoffrey go through Beach Grove Golf and Curling Club discussing the $4.6-million renovation on Wednesday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

Goran Todorovic, left, and Gary Geoffrey go through Beach Grove Golf and Curling Club discussing the $4.6-million renovation on Wednesday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

"The changes are spread throughout the entire clubhouse," said Goran Todorovic, left, with Gary Geoffrey. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

“The changes are spread throughout the entire clubhouse,” said Goran Todorovic, left, with Gary Geoffrey. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

 TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed with Katie Chauvin in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed with Katie Chauvin in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

TwoPaws, a rescued cat, is photographed in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Two Paws, a rescued cat, is photographed with Katie Chauvin in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Two Paws, a rescued cat, is photographed with Katie Chauvin in the home of a foster family in Tecumseh on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. Two Paws does not have the use of her back legs and has taught herself to walk with just her from paws. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in front of his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in front of his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani poses Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at his downtown Windsor, Ont. business, the Milk Coffee Bar. Marignani, who finished second to Percy Hatfield in ward 7 city council race would like to fill the now vacant seat. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 People board a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. There is a potential rate hike for bus users on the way.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

People board a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. There is a potential rate hike for bus users on the way. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Wendy Boyle waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Wendy Boyle waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Cristina Rivera waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Cristina Rivera waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Wendy Boyle waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Wendy Boyle waits for a bus Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, at the downtown Windsor, Ont. Transit Windsor bus station. She commented on a potential rate hike for bus users. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. A banner promoting the event is shown hanging above Erie St. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. A banner promoting the event is shown hanging above Erie St. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi (L) and Terry Barrichello (R) members of the original organizing committee of the event chat with Garrett Belanger, 15, who will compete in the weekend race. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi (L) and Terry Barrichello (R) members of the original organizing committee of the event chat with Garrett Belanger, 15, who will compete in the weekend race. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi (L) and Terry Barrichello (R) members of the original organizing committee of the event chat with Garrett Belanger, 15, who will compete in the weekend race. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi (L) and Terry Barrichello (R) members of the original organizing committee of the event chat with Garrett Belanger, 15, who will compete in the weekend race. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi, a member of the original organizing committee of the event speaks during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A media conference was held Wed. Aug. 28, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. to promote the upcoming Tour di Via Italia Cycling Races. It will be the 55th year for the Erie St. event. Pete Girardi, a member of the original organizing committee of the event speaks during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Canada geese waddle across Riverside Drive East near Devonshire Road, Wednesday August 28, 2013. Traffic was held up for about 5 minutes.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Canada geese waddle across Riverside Drive East near Devonshire Road, Wednesday August 28, 2013. Traffic was held up for about 5 minutes. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Canada geese waddle across Riverside Drive East near Devonshire Road, Wednesday August 28, 2013. Traffic was held up for about 5 minutes.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Canada geese waddle across Riverside Drive East near Devonshire Road, Wednesday August 28, 2013. Traffic was held up for about 5 minutes. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)


Windsor in Pictures: Aug. 29, 2013

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

Catholic Central principal Amy LoFaso speaks to newly arrived immigrant students during an orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Windsor, Ont. school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Catholic Central principal Amy LoFaso speaks to newly arrived immigrant students during an orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Windsor, Ont. school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Newly arrived immigrant students participate in a orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Newly arrived immigrant students participate in a orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Arien Velasquez, 14, a student at Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. participates in an orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. She was one of the peer leaders welcoming newly arrived immigrants to the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Arien Velasquez, 14, a student at Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. participates in an orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. She was one of the peer leaders welcoming newly arrived immigrants to the school. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Newly arrived immigrant students participate in a orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Newly arrived immigrant students participate in a orientation session Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Catholic Central High School in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Sorlandet is shown Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, docked at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Sorlandet is shown Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, docked at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Lynx, right, cruises pass the Capt. Henry Jackman freighter just west of the Ambassador Bridge, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Lynx, right, cruises pass the Capt. Henry Jackman freighter just west of the Ambassador Bridge, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A crew member with the Pride of Baltimore II works on securing a sail Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A crew member with the Pride of Baltimore II works on securing a sail Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Sorlandet is shown Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, docked at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The tall ship Sorlandet is shown Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, docked at the Dieppe Park in Windsor, Ont. The vessel is part of the Tall Ships 1812 tour which will kick off this long weekend.(DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Phragmites grown in the ditch along Malden Road in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Jayson Hayward gets a hand from his dad Garett Hayward as he shoots a cork gun at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jayson Hayward gets a hand from his dad Garett Hayward as he shoots a cork gun at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dakoda Seguin assists the judges with the canned goods at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dakoda Seguin assists the judges with the canned goods at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 A row of canned goods wait to be judged at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A row of canned goods wait to be judged at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of piglets are seen at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of piglets are seen at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of piglets are seen at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of piglets are seen at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Alainna Hayward celebrates with her dad Garett Hayward after winning a prize at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Alainna Hayward celebrates with her dad Garett Hayward after winning a prize at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Charlie Guenther rides a train at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Charlie Guenther rides a train at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of kids gets a birds eye view at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A group of kids gets a birds eye view at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Kids ride a mini roller coaster at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kids ride a mini roller coaster at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Gavin Pollard rides the slide at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Gavin Pollard rides the slide at the annual Harrow Fair in Harrow on Thursday, August 29, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Police Sgt. Kevin Bleyendaal, left, speaks with an injured officer after a foot pursuit where a suspect was apprehended and arrested after a struggle August 29, 2013. The officer was injured during the struggle and Windsor-Essex EMS paramedics were called to Erie Street East near Pierre Avenue.  The suspect was apprehended a few blocks away. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Police Sgt. Kevin Bleyendaal, left, speaks with an injured officer after a foot pursuit where a suspect was apprehended and arrested after a struggle August 29, 2013. The officer was injured during the struggle and Windsor-Essex EMS paramedics were called to Erie Street East near Pierre Avenue. The suspect was apprehended a few blocks away. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Worker Joe Rodrigues of Major Construction receives high praise from Ottawa Street merchants Tracey Rogers, left, and Jackie McCreary on Ottawa Street, a portion of which is undergoing a  complete road rebuild August 29, 2013.  "It's our way of making light of a crummy situation," said McCreary. Customers have to navigate through narrow lanes to get to businesses during construction and McCreary and Rogers are happy with construction crews and their efforts.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Worker Joe Rodrigues of Major Construction receives high praise from Ottawa Street merchants Tracey Rogers, left, and Jackie McCreary on Ottawa Street, a portion of which is undergoing a complete road rebuild August 29, 2013. “It’s our way of making light of a crummy situation,” said McCreary. Customers have to navigate through narrow lanes to get to businesses during construction and McCreary and Rogers are happy with construction crews and their efforts. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires goaltender Paolo Battisti, left, stops a shot by Bryce Mayea with Aaron Luchuk in position for a rebound during the Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Spitfires goaltender Paolo Battisti, left, stops a shot by Bryce Mayea with Aaron Luchuk in position for a rebound during the Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Ben Johnson, left, finishes his check against Steven Janes in the annual Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Ben Johnson, left, finishes his check against Steven Janes in the annual Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Ty Bilcke, centre, celebrates his goal in front of Drew Marlatt of Team Blue at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Ty Bilcke, centre, celebrates his goal in front of Drew Marlatt of Team Blue at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Nikita Yazkov, right, slips under the check of Liam Murray during the annual Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Nikita Yazkov, right, slips under the check of Liam Murray during the annual Blue-White game at the WFCU Centre Thursday. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

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Windsor Star photographers were on the scene yesterday throughout Windsor and Essex County. Check out this gallery.

Ted Beale, athletic coordinator at the St. Clair College in Windsor, Ont. poses in front of the Sportsplex construction project Friday, Aug. 30, 2013. The facility is one of several new sports and recreation projects in the region. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Ted Beale, athletic coordinator at the St. Clair College in Windsor, Ont. poses in front of the Sportsplex construction project Friday, Aug. 30, 2013. The facility is one of several new sports and recreation projects in the region. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONT. AUGUST 30, 2013.: Bullet holes are shown Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in an apartment window at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. An early morning drive-by shooting caused the damage. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONT. AUGUST 30, 2013.: Bullet holes are shown Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in an apartment window at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. An early morning drive-by shooting caused the damage. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor's Nate O'Halloran switched to running back this year. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor’s Nate O’Halloran switched to running back this year. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board.         (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Vernon G. Melhado, deputy chief liaison officer with the Jamaican Liaison Service, comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Vernon G. Melhado, deputy chief liaison officer with the Jamaican Liaison Service, comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Chief Al Frederick addresses media at Windsor police HQ on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Chief Al Frederick addresses media at Windsor police HQ on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Bullets were fired into this apartment building Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at 325 Gilles Blvd. W.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Bullets were fired into this apartment building Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue.  Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August  30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue. Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August 30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board.         (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Leamington mayor John Paterson comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Leamington mayor John Paterson comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Crown prosecutor David Foulds speaks to media on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Crown prosecutor David Foulds speaks to media on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

 A total of six bullet holes are shown Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in an apartment window at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. An early morning drive-by shooting caused the damage. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A total of six bullet holes are shown Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in an apartment window at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. An early morning drive-by shooting caused the damage. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Linda Tessier comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Linda Tessier comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board.         (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Erin Kelly is photographed in her new office at the public school board offices in Windsor on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Kelly is the new director of the Greater Essex District School Board. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue.  Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August  30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue. Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August 30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor Police Chief Al Frederick speaks during a media conference Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. He was addressing the guilty verdict of Const. Kent Rice. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Police Chief Al Frederick speaks during a media conference Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. He was addressing the guilty verdict of Const. Kent Rice. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Bullets were fired into this apartment building Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at 325 Gilles Blvd. W.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Bullets were fired into this apartment building Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at 325 Gilles Blvd. W. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Paula Cunha comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Paula Cunha comments on the recent allegations of Jamaican migrant workers harassing women in the town of Leamington on Friday, August 30, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice (R) and his wife arrive at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice (R) and his wife arrive at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Defence attorney Andrew Bradie, counsel to Const. Kent Rice, speaks to media outside court on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Defence attorney Andrew Bradie, counsel to Const. Kent Rice, speaks to media outside court on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice of Windsor police outside the Ontario Court of Justice building in Windsor, Ont. on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice of Windsor police outside the Ontario Court of Justice building in Windsor, Ont. on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue.  Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August  30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Tom Hamilton has fond memories of his childhood on Moy Avenue. Now, Hamilton is selling the family home and he hopes the new owners will love the house just as much as he did, Friday August 30, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice and his wife leave the Ontario Court of Justice building in Windsor after the verdict on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Const. Kent Rice and his wife leave the Ontario Court of Justice building in Windsor after the verdict on Aug. 30, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)


Weekend in Pictures

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The Windsor Star’s photographers and reporters covered the city and county this weekend. See the gallery.

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers help students move into residences at the University of Windsor, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen quarterback, Austin Lumley, left, scrambles from the St. Leonard Cougars defence as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen quarterback, Austin Lumley, left, scrambles from the St. Leonard Cougars defence as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen's John Moynahan, top, breaks up a pass from the St. Leonard quarterback as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen’s John Moynahan, top, breaks up a pass from the St. Leonard quarterback as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 St. Leonard's Louis Marandola, left, scrambles for the ball after AKO Fratmen's Brad Marsden, centre, commits a fumble as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

St. Leonard’s Louis Marandola, left, scrambles for the ball after AKO Fratmen’s Brad Marsden, centre, commits a fumble as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen's Kyle Moynahan, left, tries to avoid the tackle as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen’s Kyle Moynahan, left, tries to avoid the tackle as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen's Dalton Laino, centre, gets a hold of St. Leonard's Pierre-Louis Duqueslen, right, for the tackle as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO Fratmen’s Dalton Laino, centre, gets a hold of St. Leonard’s Pierre-Louis Duqueslen, right, for the tackle as the AKO Fratmen host the St. Leonard Cougars at Windsor Stadium, Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Josh Ho-Sang, left, takes a shot in Saturday's exhibition game against Plymouth in Livonia. (Courtesy of the Plymouth Whalers)

Windsor’s Josh Ho-Sang, left, takes a shot in Saturday’s exhibition game against Plymouth in Livonia. (Courtesy of the Plymouth Whalers)

Detroit's Omar Infante hits a three-run homer in the second inning against the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park Saturday. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Detroit’s Omar Infante hits a three-run homer in the second inning against the Cleveland Indians at Comerica Park Saturday. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Defenceman Slater Koekkoek scored a goal against Plymouth Saturday. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Defenceman Slater Koekkoek scored a goal against Plymouth Saturday. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

AKO's Shayne Rice, left, tries to break free from St. Leonard's Hassan Jouni at Windsor Stadium Saturday. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

AKO’s Shayne Rice, left, tries to break free from St. Leonard’s Hassan Jouni at Windsor Stadium Saturday. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The front porch of a house at 2061 Ford Blvd. was damaged in the early morning after a truck drove over the bushes and hit the front porch, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The front porch of a house at 2061 Ford Blvd. was damaged in the early morning after a truck drove over the bushes and hit the front porch, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Tecumseh, ONT.: August 31, 2013 -- Jax D'Hondt, 14, holds a hockey mask he had painted and designed in honour of his best friend, Daniel Ethier, on Saturday, August 31, 2013. Ethier died from cancer in June. (DAX MELMER/ The Windsor Star)

Tecumseh, ONT.: August 31, 2013 — Jax D’Hondt, 14, holds a hockey mask he had painted and designed in honour of his best friend, Daniel Ethier, on Saturday, August 31, 2013. Ethier died from cancer in June. (DAX MELMER/ The Windsor Star)

Jerry Dias hugs his wife Leslie after being declared the first president of Unifor at the Unifor founding convention in Toronto, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. Dias, assistant to CAW national president Ken Lewenza, was chosen Saturday to lead Unifor, a merger of the CAW and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Galit Rodan

Jerry Dias hugs his wife Leslie after being declared the first president of Unifor at the Unifor founding convention in Toronto, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. Dias, assistant to CAW national president Ken Lewenza, was chosen Saturday to lead Unifor, a merger of the CAW and the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Galit Rodan

Windsor Fire and Rescue respond to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue respond to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A row of Windsor firetrucks are parked on the 2400 block of St. Patricks Avenue where Windsor Fire and Rescue responded to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A row of Windsor firetrucks are parked on the 2400 block of St. Patricks Avenue where Windsor Fire and Rescue responded to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue respond to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star

Windsor Fire and Rescue respond to a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star

A Windsor firefighter takes his oxygen mask off after exiting a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A Windsor firefighter takes his oxygen mask off after exiting a house fire at 2468 St. Patricks Ave., Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor fire crews on the scene of a fire at a single-family residence in the 2400 block of St. Patrick's on Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/ The Windsor Star)

Windsor fire crews on the scene of a fire at a single-family residence in the 2400 block of St. Patrick’s on Saturday, August 31, 2013. (DAX MELMER/ The Windsor Star)

Families take tours of the Tall Ships at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King's Navy Yark Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Families take tours of the Tall Ships at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King’s Navy Yark Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Members of the Fort George Fife Drum, in uniforms circa War of 1812, stand in formation at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at King's Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Members of the Fort George Fife Drum, in uniforms circa War of 1812, stand in formation at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at King’s Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Anya Kupina, 3, takes a tour on one of the Tall Ships with her mother, Olga Kupina, at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King's Navy Yark Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Anya Kupina, 3, takes a tour on one of the Tall Ships with her mother, Olga Kupina, at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King’s Navy Yark Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Historical interpreters present the Ladies of Amherstburg Reenactment at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Maksim Kupin, 1, takes a tour on one of the Tall Ships with his family at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Maksim Kupin, 1, takes a tour on one of the Tall Ships with his family at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Members of the Fort George Fife Drum, circa War of 1812, stand in formation at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Members of the Fort George Fife Drum, circa War of 1812, stand in formation at the Coastal Trails Sails to See in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Anya Kupina, 3, climbs the stairs from below deck as she takes a tour of the Tall Ships with her family at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King's Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Anya Kupina, 3, climbs the stairs from below deck as she takes a tour of the Tall Ships with her family at the Coastal Trails Sails to See at the King’s Navy Yard Park in Amherstburg, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 


Windsor in Pictures: Sept. 3, 2013

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

The Windsor Jail is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Police were on the lookout for an inmate who was accidentally discharged. The inmate was found and escorted back to the U.S.         (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Jail is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Police were on the lookout for an inmate who was accidentally discharged. The inmate was found and escorted back to the U.S. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Jail is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Police were on the lookout for an inmate who was accidentally discharged. The inmate was found and escorted back to the U.S.         (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Jail is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Police were on the lookout for an inmate who was accidentally discharged. The inmate was found and escorted back to the U.S. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Southwood Lakes resident John Recker stands in his basement while fans and dehumidifiers deal with the aftermath of that weekend's sewage flood. Photographed Sept. 3, 2013. (Tyler Brownbridge / The Windsor Star)

Southwood Lakes resident John Recker stands in his basement while fans and dehumidifiers deal with the aftermath of that weekend’s sewage flood. Photographed Sept. 3, 2013. (Tyler Brownbridge / The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Nicola Dennis reads to her Grade 1 class at Marlborough Public School in Windsor on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Students across the city were back in their classrooms to mark the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Spits defenceman Trevor Murphy, left, collides with rookie Andrews Burns during training camp at the WFCU Centre. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Spits defenceman Trevor Murphy, left, collides with rookie Andrews Burns during training camp at the WFCU Centre. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Rabbi Jeffrey Ableser displays a shofar at Congregation Beth El in Windsor, Ont., on the start of Rosh Hashanah on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Essex's Cole Higginbottom, left battles with Amherstburg's Chad Copeland during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex September 3, 2013. The Admiral won 5-4. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Essex’s Cole Higginbottom, left battles with Amherstburg’s Chad Copeland during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex September 3, 2013. The Admiral won 5-4. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Amherstburg goaltender Clinton Kenney, top, lands on Essex's  Phil Janikowski during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex September 3, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Amherstburg goaltender Clinton Kenney, top, lands on Essex’s Phil Janikowski during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex September 3, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Amherstburg Admirals goaltender Clinton Kenney, top, lands on Phil Janikowski of the Essex 73's during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex Tuesday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Amherstburg Admirals goaltender Clinton Kenney, top, lands on Phil Janikowski of the Essex 73′s during exhibition Junior C hockey action in Essex Tuesday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Carlita, the six-foot green iguana -- who mysteriously vanished from her Harrow home earlier in the summer -- managed to survive in a crawl space under the house by hunkering down in one spot and simply waiting to be found. She was -- by her owner Nettie Thompson, shown here holding Carlita. (NICK BRANCACCION/The Windsor Star)

Carlita, the six-foot green iguana — who mysteriously vanished from her Harrow home earlier in the summer — managed to survive in a crawl space under the house by hunkering down in one spot and simply waiting to be found. She was — by her owner Nettie Thompson, shown here holding Carlita. (NICK BRANCACCION/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson with her pet iguana which has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson's pet iguana has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Nettie Thompson’s pet iguana has returned to her home located near County Road 18, Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Assumption student Jassee Yalda, right, uses a band saw under the instruction of teacher Mark Gillis, left, in technology class Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Assumption student Jassee Yalda, right, uses a band saw under the instruction of teacher Mark Gillis, left, in technology class Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Assumption grade nine student Illyanna Murphy uses a band saw under the guidance of teacher Mark Gillis in technology class Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Assumption grade nine student Illyanna Murphy uses a band saw under the guidance of teacher Mark Gillis in technology class Tuesday September 3, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

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Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Nicky Romero performs during the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Nicky Romero performs during the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Crowds dance to Nicky Romero  during the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance to Nicky Romero during the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Coming Home Music Festival; Sept. 4, 2013

Coming Home Music Festival; Sept. 4, 2013

Charles Akins of Longfellow Avenue inspects a gravel road serving a solar farm which remains on property north of 2018  Longfellow Ave. September 4, 2013.  Only a small portion of the gravel road covering the roadside ditch was removed according to Akins. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Charles Akins of Longfellow Avenue inspects a gravel road serving a solar farm which remains on property north of 2018 Longfellow Ave. September 4, 2013. Only a small portion of the gravel road covering the roadside ditch was removed according to Akins. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Runners Gino DiCarlo and Karin McMillan train near their home in Tecumseh recently. The couple just completed a 48-hour race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

Runners Gino DiCarlo and Karin McMillan train near their home in Tecumseh recently. The couple just completed a 48-hour race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

"I remember telling him about the races I'd done and his face lit up," Karin said. "I knew right then there was a reason I met him and that he was a keeper." (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

“I remember telling him about the races I’d done and his face lit up,” Karin said. “I knew right then there was a reason I met him and that he was a keeper.” (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

North Talbot Road bridge over Highway 401 has been closed until the safety of concrete girders can be investigated September 4, 2013.  Traffic continues to flow under the bridge on 401. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

North Talbot Road bridge over Highway 401 has been closed until the safety of concrete girders can be investigated September 4, 2013. Traffic continues to flow under the bridge on 401. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Karim Amellal is photographed at the Business Accelerator in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Amellal has been appointed as the new business development analyst with WEtech Alliance.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Karim Amellal is photographed at the Business Accelerator in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Amellal has been appointed as the new business development analyst with WEtech Alliance. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police officers look for evidence in the area of 1225 Riverside Dr. West. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Windsor police officers look for evidence in the area of 1225 Riverside Dr. West. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Windsor police officers look for evidence in the area of 1225 Riverside Dr. West. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Windsor police officers look for evidence in the area of 1225 Riverside Dr. West. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police forensics officer uses a metal detector to search for evidence around the Portofino condo building on Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police forensics officer uses a metal detector to search for evidence around the Portofino condo building on Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Windsor police forensics officers use a metal detector to search for evidence around the Portofino condo building on Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Windsor police forensics officers use a metal detector to search for evidence around the Portofino condo building on Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Jason Coffey, a Windsor man who stabbed his mother to death was sentenced to life in prison Wed. Sept. 4, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. His father Jack Coffey, front, and sister Gerilyn Pettitt leave the Superior court after the sentencing.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Jason Coffey, a Windsor man who stabbed his mother to death was sentenced to life in prison Wed. Sept. 4, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. His father Jack Coffey, front, and sister Gerilyn Pettitt leave the Superior court after the sentencing. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

One of the bullet holes in the windows of an apartment at the Portofino condo building on Riverside Drive West. Photographed Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

One of the bullet holes in the windows of an apartment at the Portofino condo building on Riverside Drive West. Photographed Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

A bullet hole in the window of a ground-floor unit at the Portofino condo building, 1225 Riverside Dr. West. Photographed Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

A bullet hole in the window of a ground-floor unit at the Portofino condo building, 1225 Riverside Dr. West. Photographed Sept. 4, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

The Portofino condo building at 1225 Riverside Dr. W. where shots were fired at the windows of a ground-floor unit on the night of Sept. 3, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

The Portofino condo building at 1225 Riverside Dr. W. where shots were fired at the windows of a ground-floor unit on the night of Sept. 3, 2013. (Dan Janisse / The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Fans are silhouetted against the stage as Nicky Romero performs during the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Nicky Romero performs at the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Nicky Romero performs at the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Josh Karmin performs at the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Josh Karmin performs at the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

High-flying show at Windsor's riverfront homecoming. Doug Schmidt/Windsor

High-flying show at Windsor’s riverfront homecoming. Doug Schmidt/Windsor

High above the DJ, a performer dangles from Windsor's Festival Stage. Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star

High above the DJ, a performer dangles from Windsor’s Festival Stage. Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Crowds dance while enjoying the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

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 Josh Karmin performs at the  2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Josh Karmin performs at the 2013 Coming Home Music Festival at the Festival Plaza in Windsor, Ontario on September 4, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's best & brightest letting loose at riverfront Homecoming.  (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s best & brightest letting loose at riverfront Homecoming. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)


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

A unit at this fourplex at 2628 Lauzon Rd. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A unit at this fourplex at 2628 Lauzon Rd. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This building at 2216 Charl Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This building at 2216 Charl Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 2559 Tourangeau Rd. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 2559 Tourangeau Rd. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 60 Hanna St. E. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 60 Hanna St. E. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 1330 Giles Blvd. E. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 1330 Giles Blvd. E. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 3235 St. Patricks Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 3235 St. Patricks Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 2383 Louis Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

This home at 2383 Louis Ave. in Windsor, Ont. was one of seven that was raided by Windsor Police and the Ontario Provincial Police, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The raid involved about 75 officers from Windsor police and OPP including tactical teams and the Windsor police K9 unit. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Residential permits for Windsor have increased from $59.5 million to $66 million. (DAX MELMER / Windsor Star files)

Residential permits for Windsor have increased from $59.5 million to $66 million. (DAX MELMER / Windsor Star files)

Windsor Police Supt. John St. Louis, left, and Sgt. Michael Comelli speak to the media about a series of drug raids in Windsor, Ontario on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Police Supt. John St. Louis, left, and Sgt. Michael Comelli speak to the media about a series of drug raids in Windsor, Ontario on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson's constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson's office was closed and he was not present. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson’s constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson’s office was closed and he was not present. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson's constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Shown is one of the many signs at the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson’s constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Shown is one of the many signs at the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson's constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson's office was closed and he was not present. Dino Chiodo, president of the Windsor District Labour Council and recently appointed Ontario chair of Unifor speaks during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson’s constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson’s office was closed and he was not present. Dino Chiodo, president of the Windsor District Labour Council and recently appointed Ontario chair of Unifor speaks during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson's constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson's office was closed and he was not present. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Union activists held a protest Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013, in front of MP Jeff Watson’s constituency office in Essex, Ont. A number of speakers urged the government to get back to work. Approximately 100 people attended the event. Watson’s office was closed and he was not present. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Southwood Public School student Alexandra Lucier and vice-principal Bryan Johnson walk through the newly installed controlled entrance at the South Windsor school on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Southwood Public School student Alexandra Lucier and vice-principal Bryan Johnson walk through the newly installed controlled entrance at the South Windsor school on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Southwood Public School controlled entrance at the South Windsor school on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Southwood Public School controlled entrance at the South Windsor school on Sept. 5, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A medical marijuana user uses a vaporizer at their home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Health Canada is changing the regulations and forcing users to purchase their marijuana from commercial operations. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Devil's Brigade veteran Ralph Mayville, centre, is photographed with Mike Timoshyk, left, and Cathy Moczko at the Royal Canadian Legion in Windsor on Thursday, September 5, 2013. The trio are organizing the 67th reunion of the Devil's Brigade which will take place in Windsor the last weekend of September.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Devil’s Brigade veteran Ralph Mayville, centre, is photographed with Mike Timoshyk, left, and Cathy Moczko at the Royal Canadian Legion in Windsor on Thursday, September 5, 2013. The trio are organizing the 67th reunion of the Devil’s Brigade which will take place in Windsor the last weekend of September. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP survey the damage to a car that collided with a dump truck on the 401 near Manning Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP survey the damage to a car that collided with a dump truck on the 401 near Manning Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP survey the damage to a car that collided with a dump truck on the 401 near Manning Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP survey the damage to a car that collided with a dump truck on the 401 near Manning Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A painting crew works on the water tower in Windsor on a sunny summer day on Thursday , September 5, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP investigate at the scene of a car and motorcycle accident on the corner of Old Tecumseh Road and Patillo Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013. A man and woman were transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

OPP investigate at the scene of a car and motorcycle accident on the corner of Old Tecumseh Road and Patillo Road in Lakeshore on Thursday , September 5, 2013. A man and woman were transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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Windsor Star photographers were on the scene yesterday in Windsor and Essex County. Take a look at this gallery.

 Fans of the band Killers Katie and Kelly (right) Washko wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest fans arrived at 3 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers Katie and Kelly (right) Washko wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest fans arrived at 3 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 president Dean Roy. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 president Dean Roy. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

 Dr. Chris Abeare, University of Windsor department of psychology, right, and student Ashley Seguin in a temporary laboratory September 5, 2013.  Dr. Abeare has initiated a sports concussion clinic.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Dr. Chris Abeare, University of Windsor department of psychology, right, and student Ashley Seguin in a temporary laboratory September 5, 2013. Dr. Abeare has initiated a sports concussion clinic. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Harold Wagner of Wagner Orchard and Winery has plenty of apples this year, a bumper crop due to great weather and partly because of last year's low yield,  September 6, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Harold Wagner of Wagner Orchard and Winery has plenty of apples this year, a bumper crop due to great weather and partly because of last year’s low yield, September 6, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

The Hilton on Riverside Drive West is pictured, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Hilton on Riverside Drive West is pictured, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Annie and her trusted iPad. "If my 13-year-old great-grandson can use an iPad, why can't I?" (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

Annie and her trusted iPad. “If my 13-year-old great-grandson can use an iPad, why can’t I?” (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor historian George McMahon has spent 50 years at University of Windsor and has completed books on Dr. J. Francis Leddy and Rev. E. C. Le Bel.  (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor historian George McMahon has spent 50 years at University of Windsor and has completed books on Dr. J. Francis Leddy and Rev. E. C. Le Bel. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia's Alexandre Renaud, middle, is hit by the puck between Windsor goalie Dalen Kuchmey, left, and defenceman Liam Murray at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia’s Alexandre Renaud, middle, is hit by the puck between Windsor goalie Dalen Kuchmey, left, and defenceman Liam Murray at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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Annie Frances Emerson received a letter from Queen Elizabeth congratulating her on reaching the century mark.

Annie Frances Emerson received a letter from Queen Elizabeth congratulating her on reaching the century mark.

Shoppers patronizing an LCBO outlet at the intersection of Walker Road and Ottawa Street were lucky to escape injury Friday afternoon when a car smashed into the front of the store. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Shoppers patronizing an LCBO outlet at the intersection of Walker Road and Ottawa Street were lucky to escape injury Friday afternoon when a car smashed into the front of the store. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Sand Point Beach in Windsor, Ont. on Sept. 6, 2013. This summer was the region's worst in a decade for beach closures due to high bacteria counts. (Nick Brancaccio / The Windsor Star)

Sand Point Beach in Windsor, Ont. on Sept. 6, 2013. This summer was the region’s worst in a decade for beach closures due to high bacteria counts. (Nick Brancaccio / The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia goalie Justin Fazio, right, makes a save on Windsor's Ben Johnson at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia goalie Justin Fazio, right, makes a save on Windsor’s Ben Johnson at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia assistant coach Andy Delmore of LaSalle stands behind the Sarnia bench during Friday's exhibition game against the Windsor Spitfires at the WFCU Centre. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia assistant coach Andy Delmore of LaSalle stands behind the Sarnia bench during Friday’s exhibition game against the Windsor Spitfires at the WFCU Centre. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Hilton on Riverside Drive West is pictured, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Hilton on Riverside Drive West is pictured, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Annie Frances Emerson is now a proud 100 years old. But she tells everyone she’s 75. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

Annie Frances Emerson is now a proud 100 years old. But she tells everyone she’s 75. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / The Windsor Star)

Shoppers patronizing an LCBO outlet at the intersection of Walker Road and Ottawa Street were lucky to escape injury Friday afternoon when a car smashed into the front of the store. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Shoppers patronizing an LCBO outlet at the intersection of Walker Road and Ottawa Street were lucky to escape injury Friday afternoon when a car smashed into the front of the store. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Katie Fraser of the Windsor Essex County Health Unit collects samples from the water at Sand Point Beach on Sept. 6, 2013. (Nick Brancaccio / The Windsor Star)

Katie Fraser of the Windsor Essex County Health Unit collects samples from the water at Sand Point Beach on Sept. 6, 2013. (Nick Brancaccio / The Windsor Star)

Sarnia's Mike DiPaolo, right, goes after Windsor's Ben Johnson after Johnson checked Tyler Hore from behind at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia’s Mike DiPaolo, right, goes after Windsor’s Ben Johnson after Johnson checked Tyler Hore from behind at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers Beth Watkins and Scott Kinash show off the number that represents their place in line as they wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. Kinash arrived at 3 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers Beth Watkins and Scott Kinash show off the number that represents their place in line as they wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. Kinash arrived at 3 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

- A sign from Farhi Holdings Corporation sits in front of the Riverside Inn and the Hilton, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

– A sign from Farhi Holdings Corporation sits in front of the Riverside Inn and the Hilton, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 Fans of the band Killers Philippa Manso, Mimosa Hoang, Kelly Washko and Katie Washko (left to right) are the first four to wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers Philippa Manso, Mimosa Hoang, Kelly Washko and Katie Washko (left to right) are the first four to wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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 Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Fans of the band Killers wait in line outside of Caesars Windsor in Windsor on Friday, September 6, 2013. The earliest arrived at 4 a.m. in order to secure a spot in front for the general admission show. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia's Mike DiPaolo, right, fights Windsor's Ben Johnson at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarnia’s Mike DiPaolo, right, fights Windsor’s Ben Johnson at the WFCU Centre Friday. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)


Video and Photos: Ziggler wows WWE fans

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Windsor’s WWE fans greeted superstar Dolph Ziggler to the Windsor Star  News Cafe on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, arrives at the Windsor Star News Cafe for an interview and to answer questions from fans, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, arrives at the Windsor Star News Cafe for an interview and to answer questions from fans, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dolph Ziggler,  right, answers a question posed by The Windsor Star's Don McArthur, left, during the WWE star's visit at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dolph Ziggler, right, answers a question posed by The Windsor Star’s Don McArthur, left, during the WWE star’s visit at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 Fans wait to ask questions for WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Fans wait to ask questions for WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from the fans as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from the fans as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, is photographed with a fan dueing his appearance at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, is photographed with a fan dueing his appearance at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from crowd as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  The Windsor Star's Don McArthur, left, moderated the event.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from crowd as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. The Windsor Star’s Don McArthur, left, moderated the event. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, signs autographs for fans after being interviewed at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, signs autographs for fans after being interviewed at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star Dolph Ziggler, laughs during a Q&A with fans at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star Dolph Ziggler, laughs during a Q&A with fans at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)


Weekend in Pictures

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The Windsor Star’s photographers and reporters covered the city and county this weekend. See the gallery.

Irelyn Peacock, 5, digs into a bowl of vanilla ice cream with her half-brother, Colin Burke, 9, left, while at Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts was holding a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Irelyn Peacock, 5, digs into a bowl of vanilla ice cream with her half-brother, Colin Burke, 9, left, while at Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts was holding a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts held a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts held a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dante Sgaravato, 3, stands on his tippy-toes to get a glimpse a the ice cream selection while at Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts was holding a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dante Sgaravato, 3, stands on his tippy-toes to get a glimpse a the ice cream selection while at Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. Sunset Ice Cream and Gifts was holding a fundraiser for the family of One-year-old Emma Pizzuti, who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in March. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police investigate the scene of a motorcyclist who crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police investigate the scene of a motorcyclist who crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A lamp post lies on the street after a motorcyclist struck the post and crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A lamp post lies on the street after a motorcyclist struck the post and crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police investigate the scene of a motorcyclist who crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police investigate the scene of a motorcyclist who crashed his motorcycle in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 picket at the University of Windsor after going on strike early Sunday morning, Sept, 8, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A motorcycle lays on its side after a motorcyclist crashed into a lamp post, pictured at bottom, in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013.  Injuries are unknown as police investigate.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A motorcycle lays on its side after a motorcyclist crashed into a lamp post, pictured at bottom, in the 3200 block of Sandwich St., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013. Injuries are unknown as police investigate. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The drummer from the Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums tries to get a glimpse over his drum during the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The drummer from the Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums tries to get a glimpse over his drum during the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Sassy, a poodle, sits on top of the roof of a truck in the War of 1812 float during the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Sassy, a poodle, sits on top of the roof of a truck in the War of 1812 float during the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

CLaroL the Clown puts on a show as she participates in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

CLaroL the Clown puts on a show as she participates in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers carry a large Canadian flag in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Volunteers carry a large Canadian flag in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums lead the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums lead the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Nora Edwards, 2, and her mother, Julie Edwards, share a laugh as they watch the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Nora Edwards, 2, and her mother, Julie Edwards, share a laugh as they watch the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums participate in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums participate in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A sleddog with the Sleddog Sports Association of Southwestern Ontario participates in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A sleddog with the Sleddog Sports Association of Southwestern Ontario participates in the Olde Sandwich Towne Festival 1813 Commemorative Parade along Sandwich Street, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Len Wallace, dean of Canvas Campus Educational Initiative, leads protesters through a series of labour songs while at a rally for university workers with CUPE Local 1393, outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Len Wallace, dean of Canvas Campus Educational Initiative, leads protesters through a series of labour songs while at a rally for university workers with CUPE Local 1393, outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 hold a rally outside the University of Windsor, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 hold a rally outside the University of Windsor, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 hold a rally outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

University workers with CUPE Local 1393 hold a rally outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Len Wallace, dean of Canvas Campus Educational Initiative, right, leads protesters through a series of labour songs while at a rally for university workers with CUPE Local 1393, outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Len Wallace, dean of Canvas Campus Educational Initiative, right, leads protesters through a series of labour songs while at a rally for university workers with CUPE Local 1393, outside the Kerr House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Edward O'Brien holds up a replica of the Intercontinental Heavyweight Wrestling Championship belt as a group of fans wait outside the Windsor Star News Cafe to see WWE star Dolph Ziggler, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Edward O’Brien holds up a replica of the Intercontinental Heavyweight Wrestling Championship belt as a group of fans wait outside the Windsor Star News Cafe to see WWE star Dolph Ziggler, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, arrives at the Windsor Star News Cafe for an interview and to answer questions from fans, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, arrives at the Windsor Star News Cafe for an interview and to answer questions from fans, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dolph Ziggler,  right, answers a question posed by The Windsor Star's Don McArthur, left, during the WWE star's visit at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Dolph Ziggler, right, answers a question posed by The Windsor Star’s Don McArthur, left, during the WWE star’s visit at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 Fans wait to ask questions for WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Fans wait to ask questions for WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from the fans as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from the fans as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, is photographed with a fan dueing his appearance at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, is photographed with a fan dueing his appearance at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from crowd as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  The Windsor Star's Don McArthur, left, moderated the event.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, answers questions from crowd as he visits the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. The Windsor Star’s Don McArthur, left, moderated the event. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, signs autographs for fans after being interviewed at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star, Dolph Ziggler, right, signs autographs for fans after being interviewed at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star Dolph Ziggler, laughs during a Q&A with fans at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE wrestling star Dolph Ziggler, laughs during a Q&A with fans at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Alberto Del Rio holds up his championship belt before taking the ring at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Alberto Del Rio holds up his championship belt before taking the ring at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstars Dolph Ziggler and Alberto Del Rio wrestle on the ground at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstars Dolph Ziggler and Alberto Del Rio wrestle on the ground at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler looks at the crowd of cheering fans at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler looks at the crowd of cheering fans at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler shouts after he won the match against Alberto Del Rio at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler shouts after he won the match against Alberto Del Rio at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler jumps on Ryback's back during a Royal Rumble match at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

WWE superstar Dolph Ziggler jumps on Ryback’s back during a Royal Rumble match at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

(Left to right) Michael Lachance, Joe Marchand, Zack Lachance and Lisa Lachance said they had a fun day with the family at the WFCU Centre's WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (iPhone photo/JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

(Left to right) Michael Lachance, Joe Marchand, Zack Lachance and Lisa Lachance said they had a fun day with the family at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (iPhone photo/JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

Wrestler Erick Rowan puts his opponent in a headlock at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

Wrestler Erick Rowan puts his opponent in a headlock at the WFCU Centre’s WWE event Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

 

 


Windsor in Pictures: Sept. 9, 2013

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

Jaeleen Koscielski of Sandwich Sabre Bytes, gets a closer look at one of Valiant's robots following the announcement that Windsor is the permanent home for the Windsor Essex FIRST Robotics Regional tournament starting in April 2014. The news conference took place at Valiant Corp., plant on Tecumseh Road East. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Jaeleen Koscielski of Sandwich Sabre Bytes, gets a closer look at one of Valiant’s robots following the announcement that Windsor is the permanent home for the Windsor Essex FIRST Robotics Regional tournament starting in April 2014. The news conference took place at Valiant Corp., plant on Tecumseh Road East. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Valiant Corp. founder and chairman emeritus of Valiant Group Michael G. Solcz, second from right, with sons Marty Solcz, left, chairman of Solcz Group and CEO of Valiant, Mike Solcz, Jr., vice-president of Solcz Group, and Len Solcz, right, president of Solcz Group, following the announcement Windsor is the permanent home for the Windsor Essex FIRST Robotics Regional tournament starting in April 2014.  The event took place at Valiant Corp., a platinum sponsor of the Robotics tournament. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Valiant Corp. founder and chairman emeritus of Valiant Group Michael G. Solcz, second from right, with sons Marty Solcz, left, chairman of Solcz Group and CEO of Valiant, Mike Solcz, Jr., vice-president of Solcz Group, and Len Solcz, right, president of Solcz Group, following the announcement Windsor is the permanent home for the Windsor Essex FIRST Robotics Regional tournament starting in April 2014. The event took place at Valiant Corp., a platinum sponsor of the Robotics tournament. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

St. Clair College president John Strasser speaks during Monday's news conference. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

St. Clair College president John Strasser speaks during Monday’s news conference. (NICK BRANCACCIO / The Windsor Star)

Files: Over 100 scouts, girl guides and beavers sang the Canadian national anthem before the Spits game against Plymouth Whalers at WFCU Centre, Thursday February 25, 2010. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Files: Over 100 scouts, girl guides and beavers sang the Canadian national anthem before the Spits game against Plymouth Whalers at WFCU Centre, Thursday February 25, 2010. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Loaded down with strike placards, CUPE Local 1393 member Cathy Crowley heads to the Local 1973 temporary office on Sunset Avenue Monday September 09, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Loaded down with strike placards, CUPE Local 1393 member Cathy Crowley heads to the Local 1973 temporary office on Sunset Avenue Monday September 09, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members on the picket line after efforts to resolve a contract dispute with University of Windsor failed, Monday September 09, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members on the picket line after efforts to resolve a contract dispute with University of Windsor failed, Monday September 09, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members Daria Milenkovic, left, Lionel Beaudion and David Court on the University Avenue picket line following a contract dispute with University of Windsor, Monday September 09, 2013. Striking members were asked to sign in while participating in strike duties. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members Daria Milenkovic, left, Lionel Beaudion and David Court on the University Avenue picket line following a contract dispute with University of Windsor, Monday September 09, 2013. Striking members were asked to sign in while participating in strike duties. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members Daria Milenkovic, left, Lionel Beaudion and David Court on the University Avenue picket line following a contract dispute with University of Windsor, Monday September 09, 2013. Striking members were asked to sign in while participating in strike duties. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

CUPE Local 1393 members Daria Milenkovic, left, Lionel Beaudion and David Court on the University Avenue picket line following a contract dispute with University of Windsor, Monday September 09, 2013. Striking members were asked to sign in while participating in strike duties. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 The empty ward 7 seat is seen during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The empty ward 7 seat is seen during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Coun.  Jo-Anne Gignac listens during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Coun. Jo-Anne Gignac listens during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Angelo Marignani listens from the gallery during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Angelo Marignani listens from the gallery during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Mike Clarke, manager of public relations and fund development with the Children's Aid Society, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Mike Clarke, manager of public relations and fund development with the Children’s Aid Society, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Coun. Ron Jones listens during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Coun. Ron Jones listens during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Ernie the Bacon Man addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Ernie the Bacon Man addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Ernie the Bacon Man addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Ernie the Bacon Man addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Percy Hatfield's empty seat is seen during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Percy Hatfield’s empty seat is seen during a city council meeting at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Edy Haddad addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Edy Haddad addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dartis Willis Sr., president and CEO of the Windsor Express, addresses city council at city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie, Rino Bortolin and Paul Synnott (left to right) lead a small protest in front of city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. The group is asking for a bi-election to replace Percy Hatfield who has vacated his seat after being elected to a provincial post.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie, Rino Bortolin and Paul Synnott (left to right) lead a small protest in front of city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. The group is asking for a bi-election to replace Percy Hatfield who has vacated his seat after being elected to a provincial post. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie, Rino Bortolin and Paul Synnott (left to right) lead a small protest in front of city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. The group is asking for a bi-election to replace Percy Hatfield who has vacated his seat after being elected to a provincial post.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Kieran McKenzie, Rino Bortolin and Paul Synnott (left to right) lead a small protest in front of city hall in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. The group is asking for a bi-election to replace Percy Hatfield who has vacated his seat after being elected to a provincial post. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend.       (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend.       (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend.       (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A damaged planter and garbage can are highlighted by a single bouquet of flowers along Sandwich Street in Windsor on Monday, September 9, 2013. A motorcyclist has died from the injuries he suffered after crashing into the plater and garbage can over the weekend. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 

 University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member  Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013.  James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors  no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013. James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member  Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013.  James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors  no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013. James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 University of Windsor chemistry student Sarah Ryan talks about the cancellation of her lab class due to the strike on September 9, 2013 in Windsor, Ontario.  University of Windsor students are experiencing cancelled classes due to the strike, and hot temperatures due to faulty air conditioning on campus.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor chemistry student Sarah Ryan talks about the cancellation of her lab class due to the strike on September 9, 2013 in Windsor, Ontario. University of Windsor students are experiencing cancelled classes due to the strike, and hot temperatures due to faulty air conditioning on campus. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Moustapha Elbab talks about the strike at the University of Windsor on September 9, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Moustapha Elbab talks about the strike at the University of Windsor on September 9, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member  Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013.  James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors  no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor photographer and CUPE member Tory James, prepares a camp outside the University of Windsor air conditioning building at the foot of Sunset Avenue and Riverside Drive in Windsor, Ontario on September 9, 2013. James and other CUPE members are encouraging contractors no to cross the line, if hired to fix the broken air conditioners. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star.  JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star. JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star.  JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star. JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star.  JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star. JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star.  JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star. JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star.  JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Chef Robert Catherine, a culinary instructor at the Unemployed Help Centre, Plentiful Harvest Program, and the GECDSB on September 9, 2013 in Windsor Star. JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor forward Josh Ho-Sang takes a shot during practice at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor forward Josh Ho-Sang takes a shot during practice at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's coaching staff run players through workouts at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s coaching staff run players through workouts at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfires forward Josh Ho-Sang, centre, takes a shot during practice at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Spitfires forward Josh Ho-Sang, centre, takes a shot during practice at the WFCU Centre Monday. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)


Windsor in Pictures: Sept. 10, 2013

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 The CAW sign on the local 444 building in Windsor, Ont. came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. A technician with John Labonte Sign Services removes the old sign that has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The CAW sign on the local 444 building in Windsor, Ont. came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. A technician with John Labonte Sign Services removes the old sign that has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The CAW sign on the local 444 building came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. The CAW sign which has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years is shown. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The CAW sign on the local 444 building came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. The CAW sign which has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years is shown. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The CAW sign on the local 444 building came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. Gord Gray, (L) communications director and Dave Cassidy, financial secretary for Unifor 444  check out the new and old signs. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) Assignment ID: 00023501A

The CAW sign on the local 444 building came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. Gord Gray, (L) communications director and Dave Cassidy, financial secretary for Unifor 444 check out the new and old signs. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) Assignment ID: 00023501A

 The CAW sign on the local 444 building in Windsor, Ont. came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. A technician with John Labonte Sign Services removes the old sign that has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The CAW sign on the local 444 building in Windsor, Ont. came down for good Tuesday, Sept. 10, being replaced with the newly formed Unifor sign. A technician with John Labonte Sign Services removes the old sign that has been on the Turner Rd. building for 28 years. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

OPP leave the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

OPP leave the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

An EMS vehicle approaches the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

An EMS vehicle approaches the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A woman consoles a man at the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A woman consoles a man at the scene of a fatal ATV accident Tues. Sept. 10, 2013, on the South Middle Rd. just west of County Rd. 27. The accident occurred several hundred metres from the roadway. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious ATV accident on South Middle Road in Lakeshore. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious ATV accident on South Middle Road in Lakeshore. (TwitPic: Dan Janisse/The Windsor Star)

Area resident Milka Rosic lives close the North Talbot bridge which has been closed due to an investigation into construction methods Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Area resident Milka Rosic lives close the North Talbot bridge which has been closed due to an investigation into construction methods Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Prestressed Systems Inc. concrete and steel girders on Walker Road Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Prestressed Systems Inc. concrete and steel girders on Walker Road Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Sue and Dave Lendarduzzi were looking forward to their fishing and boating trip on a hot September morning.  They launched from Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Sue and Dave Lendarduzzi were looking forward to their fishing and boating trip on a hot September morning. They launched from Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Sue and Dave Lendarduzzi were looking forward to their fishing and boating trip on a hot September morning.  They launched from Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Sue and Dave Lendarduzzi were looking forward to their fishing and boating trip on a hot September morning. They launched from Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, right, cools off Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, right, cools off Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Jet skier Will Parkolab shows some of his moves on his stand-up jet ski on a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jet skier Will Parkolab shows some of his moves on his stand-up jet ski on a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Jet skiers Troy Morley, rigjt, and Will Parkolab enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jet skiers Troy Morley, rigjt, and Will Parkolab enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, left, has some fun with family friend Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, left, has some fun with family friend Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jet skiers Troy Morley, front, Will Parkolab, right, and R.J. Robbins enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jet skiers Troy Morley, front, Will Parkolab, right, and R.J. Robbins enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, right, helps build a sand castle with Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Johnathan Geauvreau, right, helps build a sand castle with Keyshuan Stewart, 3, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Jet skiers Troy Morley, left, and Will Parkolab enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Jet skiers Troy Morley, left, and Will Parkolab enjoy a warm September morning on Lake St. Clair at Lakeview Park Marina Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Ron Tozer, left,  has some summer fun with daughter Tammi Tozer and grandson Braedyn Tozer, 2, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Ron Tozer, left, has some summer fun with daughter Tammi Tozer and grandson Braedyn Tozer, 2, at Sand Point Beach Tuesday September 10, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor's waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor’s waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor's waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor’s waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor's waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Ken Lee, a University of Windsor student keeps cool in the shade along Windsor’s waterfront during extreme heat on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO - Sept 9, 2013 - Windsor Regional Hospital Child life specialists Lisa Galbraith, left, and Jennifer Burton Liang, Paul McCann, educational coordinator, and Ursula DeBono, local cancer unit coordinator display signs used in a YouTube video featuring local young cancer patients on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

WINDSOR, ONTARIO – Sept 9, 2013 – Windsor Regional Hospital Child life specialists Lisa Galbraith, left, and Jennifer Burton Liang, Paul McCann, educational coordinator, and Ursula DeBono, local cancer unit coordinator display signs used in a YouTube video featuring local young cancer patients on September 10 2013 in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Regional Hospital Child life specialists Lisa Galbraith, left, and Jennifer Burton Liang, Paul McCann, educational co-ordinator, and Ursula DeBono, local cancer unit coordinator display signs used in a YouTube video featuring local young cancer patients on September 10, 2013 in Windsor.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Regional Hospital Child life specialists Lisa Galbraith, left, and Jennifer Burton Liang, Paul McCann, educational co-ordinator, and Ursula DeBono, local cancer unit coordinator display signs used in a YouTube video featuring local young cancer patients on September 10, 2013 in Windsor. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Dustin Hewson and Alisa Graves take an ice cream break while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Dustin Hewson and Alisa Graves take an ice cream break while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Jessica Robson keeps her water bottle close while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Jessica Robson keeps her water bottle close while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Caroline Jacobson fills her water bottle while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Caroline Jacobson fills her water bottle while enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Mariam Malik leaves the Toldo Building after enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Mariam Malik leaves the Toldo Building after enduring the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Strike CUPE employees keep and eye on a cooling station along the riverfront forcing students and staff to endure the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired.        (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Strike CUPE employees keep and eye on a cooling station along the riverfront forcing students and staff to endure the lack of air conditioning at the University of Windsor in Windsor on Tuesday, September 10, 2013. Striking CUPE employees have refused to let the air conditioning be repaired. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Essex's Tyler Raymont, left, collides with Wallaceburg's Lucais Meyskens in Essex. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Essex’s Tyler Raymont, left, collides with Wallaceburg’s Lucais Meyskens in Essex. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 

 

 


Windsor in Pictures: Sept. 11, 2013

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An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall displays arrow heads that were found during the dig. She said the pieces are between 1000-3000 years old.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall displays arrow heads that were found during the dig. She said the pieces are between 1000-3000 years old. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Frank Garcia-Mina sifts some soil at the site.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Frank Garcia-Mina sifts some soil at the site. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Zack Hamm tosses a shovel full of soil in a sifter.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Zack Hamm tosses a shovel full of soil in a sifter. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project members Ciara Kelly and Michael McMaster unearth fragments of a clay pot. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall displays an arrow head that was found during the dig. She said the piece is between 1000-3000 years old.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall displays an arrow head that was found during the dig. She said the piece is between 1000-3000 years old. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Bethany Findlay sift soil at the site.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Bethany Findlay sift soil at the site. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

 An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Ciara Kelly takes a water break.   (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Project member Ciara Kelly takes a water break. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall talks about the project. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

An archeological study is being conducted along the Puce River in Lakeshore, Ont. It is part of an environmental study for developments in the area. Site supervisor Ruth MacDougall talks about the project. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Monica Wolfson)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a drug bust.   (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a drug bust. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a drug bust.   (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a drug bust. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Constable Todd Pearce with the Windsor police drugs and guns unit displays a shot gun and drugs seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Constable Todd Pearce with the Windsor police drugs and guns unit displays a shot gun and drugs seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a Windsor Police drug bust.   (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario in a Windsor Police drug bust. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor Police hold press conference and display more than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms following a drug bust in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Police hold press conference and display more than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms following a drug bust in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor police drugs and guns unit Sgt. Mike Comelli, left and Const. Todd Pearce hold press conference and display more than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms following a drug bust in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Windsor police drugs and guns unit Sgt. Mike Comelli, left and Const. Todd Pearce hold press conference and display more than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms following a drug bust in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

An Windsor Police officer displays a Smith & Wesson 40 calibre hand gun during hold press conference at Windsor Police headquarters on September 11, 2013.   More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

An Windsor Police officer displays a Smith & Wesson 40 calibre hand gun during hold press conference at Windsor Police headquarters on September 11, 2013. More than $600,000 worth of drugs and several firearms were seized from a storage locker in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Remy Boulbol is the executive director of the Rose CIty Islamic Centre in Windsor, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Leamington Fair Grounds marquee will soon be announcing four harness racing dates, following an annoucement by Warden Tom Bain, Tuesday September 11, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Leamington Fair Grounds marquee will soon be announcing four harness racing dates, following an annoucement by Warden Tom Bain, Tuesday September 11, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Relieved area horsemen and elected officials Randy Neels, left, Brenda Bain, Al Fazio and Rick Atkin listen to details about four harness racing dates at Leamington Fair Grounds Tuesday September 11, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Relieved area horsemen and elected officials Randy Neels, left, Brenda Bain, Al Fazio and Rick Atkin listen to details about four harness racing dates at Leamington Fair Grounds Tuesday September 11, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Warden Tom Bain and Ontario Harness Horse Assoc. executive director Mark Williams announce the return of racing at Leamington Fairground track Tuesday September 11, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Warden Tom Bain and Ontario Harness Horse Assoc. executive director Mark Williams announce the return of racing at Leamington Fairground track Tuesday September 11, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Passionate Ontario Harness Horse Assoc. executive director Mark Williams announces the return of live harness racing at Leamington Fairground track Tuesday September 11, 2013.  Four race dates have been approved starting September 22, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Passionate Ontario Harness Horse Assoc. executive director Mark Williams announces the return of live harness racing at Leamington Fairground track Tuesday September 11, 2013. Four race dates have been approved starting September 22, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Horse trainer Greg Price, 31,  with miracle, one-eyed trotter Little Wubbs, at Leamington Fair Grounds stables Tuesday September 11, 2013. Little Wubbs lost an eye at a young age and was recently converted from a pacer to a trotter.  Little Wubbs has reeled off five wins as a trotter and will be one of the featured attraction at Leamington Fair Grounds track. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Horse trainer Greg Price, 31, with miracle, one-eyed trotter Little Wubbs, at Leamington Fair Grounds stables Tuesday September 11, 2013. Little Wubbs lost an eye at a young age and was recently converted from a pacer to a trotter. Little Wubbs has reeled off five wins as a trotter and will be one of the featured attraction at Leamington Fair Grounds track. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Racing and training sulkys will soon be attached to horses and drivers with the announcement of four more harness racing dates at Leamington Fair Grounds Tuesday September 11, 2013.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Racing and training sulkys will soon be attached to horses and drivers with the announcement of four more harness racing dates at Leamington Fair Grounds Tuesday September 11, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Windsor city council ward 7 candidate Steve Farrell is pictured Wed. Sept. 11, 2013, at his auto detailing business in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor city council ward 7 candidate Steve Farrell is pictured Wed. Sept. 11, 2013, at his auto detailing business in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor city council ward 7 candidate Steve Farrell is pictured Wed. Sept. 11, 2013, at his auto detailing business in Windsor, Ont.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor city council ward 7 candidate Steve Farrell is pictured Wed. Sept. 11, 2013, at his auto detailing business in Windsor, Ont. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Wilson holds up the only remaining election sign he still has in front of his home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. Wilson is running for the vacant ward 7 seat.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Wilson holds up the only remaining election sign he still has in front of his home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. Wilson is running for the vacant ward 7 seat. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Wilson stands by the only remaining election sign he still has in front of his home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. Wilson is running for the vacant ward 7 seat.          (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Tom Wilson stands by the only remaining election sign he still has in front of his home in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. Wilson is running for the vacant ward 7 seat. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle's Daniel Beaudoin, left, battles London's Jeff Bauer during junior B hockey action at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle’s Daniel Beaudoin, left, battles London’s Jeff Bauer during junior B hockey action at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle's Connor Rosaasen, battom, and London's Matt Fuller collide during Jr. B action at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle’s Connor Rosaasen, battom, and London’s Matt Fuller collide during Jr. B action at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle's Daniel Beaudoin, front, tries to deflect the puck in front of London's Scott Lombardi at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle’s Daniel Beaudoin, front, tries to deflect the puck in front of London’s Scott Lombardi at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle's Austin Hall and the London's Jonathan Sims chase the puck along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle’s Austin Hall and the London’s Jonathan Sims chase the puck along the boards at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle's Connor Rosaasen, bottom, and the London's Matt Fuller collide at centre ice at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

LaSalle’s Connor Rosaasen, bottom, and the London’s Matt Fuller collide at centre ice at the Vollmer Centre in LaSalle Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Showers send people scrambling in downtown Windsor on July 18, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Showers send people scrambling in downtown Windsor on July 18, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Files: Showers send people scrambling in downtown Windsor on July 18, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Files: Showers send people scrambling in downtown Windsor on July 18, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lorraine Goddard is photographed on Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. A StatCan report says Windsor has the most economically polarized housing in Canada.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lorraine Goddard is photographed on Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. A StatCan report says Windsor has the most economically polarized housing in Canada. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lorraine Goddard is photographed on Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. A StatCan report says Windsor has the most economically polarized housing in Canada.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lorraine Goddard is photographed on Drouillard Road in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. A StatCan report says Windsor has the most economically polarized housing in Canada. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A motorcyclist slows down to look at a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A motorcyclist slows down to look at a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Traffic backs up behind a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Traffic backs up behind a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Traffic backs up behind a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Traffic backs up behind a single vehicle roll over accident on E.C. Row near Lauzon Parkway in Windsor on Wednesday, September 11, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

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Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The remnants of the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor are seen on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Brook Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The remnants of the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor are seen on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Brook Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The remnants of the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor are seen on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Brook Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The remnants of the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor are seen on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Brook Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor, on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he'd been  living for some time.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Brook Robinson tours the camp of a man accused of breaking into homes in the Spring Garden area of Windsor, on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. Police apprehended the man after Robinson and a neighbour flushed him out of the bushes where it appears he’d been living for some time. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The University of Windsor football team huddles up during practice at Alumni Field. The Lancers host Carleton Saturday at 1 p.m.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The University of Windsor football team huddles up during practice at Alumni Field. The Lancers host Carleton Saturday at 1 p.m. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Deanna Morris, store manager at Lush Cosmetics at the Devonshire Mall in Windsor, displays a postcard that protests the city of Windsor's skunk trapping policy. The company is encouraging customers to sign the postcards which will then be sent to the city.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Deanna Morris, store manager at Lush Cosmetics at the Devonshire Mall in Windsor, displays a postcard that protests the city of Windsor’s skunk trapping policy. The company is encouraging customers to sign the postcards which will then be sent to the city. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Tanya Antoniw is executive director with Workforce WindsorEssex. (DAN JANISSE / The Windsor Star)

Tanya Antoniw is executive director with Workforce WindsorEssex. (DAN JANISSE / The Windsor Star)

Jake Myers: "I know I’m not going to get the top job; I  don’t expect to be a  CEO tomorrow. I know you have to get your foot in the door in order for people to promote you up the ladder.” (DAN JANISSE / The Windsor Star)

Jake Myers: “I know I’m not going to get the top job; I don’t expect to be a CEO tomorrow. I know you have to get your foot in the door in order for people to promote you up the ladder.” (DAN JANISSE / The Windsor Star)

Donna Di Pietro-Gwyther of Donna's Deli serves up all sizes of tasty Italian deli sandwiches and a variety of packaged foods and kitchen aides at her store in East Riverside, Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Donna Di Pietro-Gwyther of Donna’s Deli serves up all sizes of tasty Italian deli sandwiches and a variety of packaged foods and kitchen aides at her store in East Riverside, Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

A black poll warbler is displayed during the launch of a Birding in Windsor Essex App at Holiday Beach Conservation Area on Sept. 12, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

A black poll warbler is displayed during the launch of a Birding in Windsor Essex App at Holiday Beach Conservation Area on Sept. 12, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Todd Pepper, official bird counter with the Holiday Beach Migration Observatory, prepares to release a sharp-shinned hawk Sept. 12, 2013 during the launch of a new mobile phone app for birding in Windsor Essex. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Todd Pepper, official bird counter with the Holiday Beach Migration Observatory, prepares to release a sharp-shinned hawk Sept. 12, 2013 during the launch of a new mobile phone app for birding in Windsor Essex. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Alan Bersin, Assistant Secretary of International Affairs and Chief Diplomatic Officer, United States Department of Homeland Security, left, and Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce president & CEO Matt Marchand speak with the media at Riverside Drive and Ouellette Avenue in Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Alan Bersin, Assistant Secretary of International Affairs and Chief Diplomatic Officer, United States Department of Homeland Security, left, and Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce president & CEO Matt Marchand speak with the media at Riverside Drive and Ouellette Avenue in Windsor on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Riverside running back Emeka Omenugha, centre, is swarmed by Assumption's Desmond Verro, left, and Mony Keo in high school football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Riverside running back Emeka Omenugha, centre, is swarmed by Assumption’s Desmond Verro, left, and Mony Keo in high school football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Assumption's Balal Khan is tackled by Alex Jones of Riverside high school in football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Assumption’s Balal Khan is tackled by Alex Jones of Riverside high school in football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Riverside kick returner Kai Lucas, right, loses the ball after a hit by Assumption's Desmond Verro in high school football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. Riverside retained possession on the play. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Riverside kick returner Kai Lucas, right, loses the ball after a hit by Assumption’s Desmond Verro in high school football action from Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. Riverside retained possession on the play. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

It's off to the races for Assumption's Desmond Verro, centre, as Riverside Rebels Eric Svetanovski, left, and Sean Fulford try in vain to stop Verro on an 80-yard touchdown run at Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

It’s off to the races for Assumption’s Desmond Verro, centre, as Riverside Rebels Eric Svetanovski, left, and Sean Fulford try in vain to stop Verro on an 80-yard touchdown run at Windsor Stadium Thursday Sept. 12, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)



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Friday the 13th proved to be a good day for Amanda Best, who received a Dell laptop from Doug Sartori, left, and jason Pomerleau of Parallel 42 Systems, part of the United Way Campaign Kickoff program at Ciociaro Club of Windsor Friday. On her own since she was 16, Best was assisted by Voluntary Trusteeship Program, a United Way sponsored program. She stayed in school and will be attending the University of Windsor. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Friday the 13th proved to be a good day for Amanda Best, who received a Dell laptop from Doug Sartori, left, and jason Pomerleau of Parallel 42 Systems, part of the United Way Campaign Kickoff program at Ciociaro Club of Windsor Friday. On her own since she was 16, Best was assisted by Voluntary Trusteeship Program, a United Way sponsored program. She stayed in school and will be attending the University of Windsor. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Comedian Russell Peters performs at Caesars Windsor on Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Emergency workers tend to a motor vehicle accident between a Chevy Optra and a Chevy Equinox on the 1300 of Ouellette Avenue, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The hexacopter unmanned aerial vehicle makes overhead spying easy and cheap. Protective Solutions Inc. CEO Jeffrey Anderson was hawking drones at a trade expo connected to this week's U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

The hexacopter unmanned aerial vehicle makes overhead spying easy and cheap. Protective Solutions Inc. CEO Jeffrey Anderson was hawking drones at a trade expo connected to this week’s U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

Carl Krasnor at the controls of Accipiter Radar's marine surveillance system that can track boat traffic. Krasnor was at a trade expo connected to this week's U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

Carl Krasnor at the controls of Accipiter Radar’s marine surveillance system that can track boat traffic. Krasnor was at a trade expo connected to this week’s U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

Protective Solutions Inc CEO Jeffrey Anderson with a Phantom drone. Anderson was hawking drones at a trade expo connected to this week's U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

Protective Solutions Inc CEO Jeffrey Anderson with a Phantom drone. Anderson was hawking drones at a trade expo connected to this week’s U.S./Canada Border Conference at the RenCen. (Doug Schmidt/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes fires a shot past the Niagara Icedogs Brett Moran at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes fires a shot past the Niagara Icedogs Brett Moran at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes drives towards the net and around the Niagara Icedogs Brian Bosnan at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes drives towards the net and around the Niagara Icedogs Brian Bosnan at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Cameron Hughes drops the gloves with the Niagara Icedogs Mack Lemmon at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Cameron Hughes drops the gloves with the Niagara Icedogs Mack Lemmon at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Patrick Sanvido and the Niagara Icedogs Sam Berg battle for a loose puck at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Patrick Sanvido and the Niagara Icedogs Sam Berg battle for a loose puck at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes lays a hit on the Niagara Icedogs Graham Knott at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Steven Janes lays a hit on the Niagara Icedogs Graham Knott at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Zack Percy looks for a rebound in front of the Niagara Icedogs Brett Moran at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Windsor Spitfires Zack Percy looks for a rebound in front of the Niagara Icedogs Brett Moran at the WFCU Centre in WIndsor on Friday, September 13, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012.  Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012. Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012.  Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012. Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012.  Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Suzanne Pernasilici donated a kidney to her husband Angelo Pernasilici on July 4, 2012. Remaining positive from the start, the Pernasilici family celebrated the one-year anniversary of their surgery and continue to enjoy life to the fullest, Friday Sept. 13, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Kate Isley, president of the St. Clair College Student Representative Counci, speaks at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe announcing a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Kate Isley, president of the St. Clair College Student Representative Counci, speaks at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe announcing a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Posters promoting a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, are pictured at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Posters promoting a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, are pictured at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Larry Horwitz, chair of the Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association, speaks at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe announcing a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Larry Horwitz, chair of the Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association, speaks at a press conference at the Windsor Star News Cafe announcing a concert being held downtown on the Red Bull Tour Bus, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. The concert will feature Skratch Bastid and Grand Theft and will take place Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

OPP and construction officials investigate a workplace accident on Highway 3 and Outer Drive, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  A steady parade of dump trucks were dumping loads of earth, elevating the area by several metres.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

OPP and construction officials investigate a workplace accident on Highway 3 and Outer Drive, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. A steady parade of dump trucks were dumping loads of earth, elevating the area by several metres. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

OPP and construction officials investigate a workplace accident on Highway 3 and Outer Drive, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013.  A steady parade of dump trucks were dumping loads of earth, elevating the area by several metres.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

OPP and construction officials investigate a workplace accident on Highway 3 and Outer Drive, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013. A steady parade of dump trucks were dumping loads of earth, elevating the area by several metres. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

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The Windsor Star’s reporters and photographers covered the city and county on the weekend. See the gallery.

University of Windsor Lancers forward and assistant captain Matt Beaudoin skates during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor Lancers forward and assistant captain Matt Beaudoin skates during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. defenceman Mike Whiteside protects a 2-on-1 breakaway with University of Windsor Lancers forwards Matt Beaudoin and MacAulay MacDonnell looking to score during an exhibition game at South Windsor Arena Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. defenceman Mike Whiteside protects a 2-on-1 breakaway with University of Windsor Lancers forwards Matt Beaudoin and MacAulay MacDonnell looking to score during an exhibition game at South Windsor Arena Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. defenceman Jake Logan looks to pass the puck out of the defensive zone with Windsor Lancers forward MacAulay MacDonnell on his tail during an exhibition game at South Windsor Arena Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. defenceman Jake Logan looks to pass the puck out of the defensive zone with Windsor Lancers forward MacAulay MacDonnell on his tail during an exhibition game at South Windsor Arena Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor Lancers forward Evan Stibbard shoots during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancerswon 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor Lancers forward Evan Stibbard shoots during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancerswon 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor Lancers forward Jadran Beljo looks for a passing line during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

University of Windsor Lancers forward Jadran Beljo looks for a passing line during an exhibition game against the U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks forward Matt Salituro protects the puck from University of Windsor Lancers forward Derek Lanoue during an exhibition game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

U.O.I.T. Ridgebacks forward Matt Salituro protects the puck from University of Windsor Lancers forward Derek Lanoue during an exhibition game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at South Windsor Arena. The Lancers won 7-4. (JOEL BOYCE/The Windsor Star)

 Participants warm up before the starts of LaSalle's Terry Fox Run, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Participants warm up before the starts of LaSalle’s Terry Fox Run, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Participants in LaSalle's Terry Fox Run listen to the guest of honour, Ashley Malowaniuk, 24, speak before the start of the run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  Malowaniuk has been cancer-free for nearly ten years after being diagnosed with the same type of cancer as Terry Fox.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Participants in LaSalle’s Terry Fox Run listen to the guest of honour, Ashley Malowaniuk, 24, speak before the start of the run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. Malowaniuk has been cancer-free for nearly ten years after being diagnosed with the same type of cancer as Terry Fox. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle's Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle’s Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle's Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle’s Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle's Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Hundreds participate in LaSalle’s Terry Fox Run at the Volmer Complex, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Residents of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West wait to be let back into their building after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Residents of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West wait to be let back into their building after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue tends to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue tends to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A man looks up from his balcony at the charred exteriors of three condos after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.   (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A man looks up from his balcony at the charred exteriors of three condos after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The exterior of three condos is charred by smoke after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

The exterior of three condos is charred by smoke after a fire broke out in a unit on the 26th floor at Victoria Park Place, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor Fire and Rescue tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor Fire and Rescue tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police officer lets residents back into the building after a fire broke out on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A Windsor police officer lets residents back into the building after a fire broke out on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. One man was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns to his hands. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Residents and onlookers watch as Windsor firefighters tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013.  One person was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Residents and onlookers watch as Windsor firefighters tend to a fire on the 26th floor of Victoria Park Place at 150 Park St. West, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013. One person was taken to hospital with smoke inhalation and minor burns. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters tend to a garage fire at the corner of Windermere Road and Lens Avenue, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  The fire started when the car parked in the garage malfunctioned.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters tend to a garage fire at the corner of Windermere Road and Lens Avenue, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The fire started when the car parked in the garage malfunctioned. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters tend to a garage fire at the corner of Windermere Road and Lens Avenue, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  The fire started when the car parked in the garage malfunctioned.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters tend to a garage fire at the corner of Windermere Road and Lens Avenue, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The fire started when the car parked in the garage malfunctioned. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor running back, Mitch Dender, centre, carries the ball against Carleton during OUA football action at Alumni Field Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor running back, Mitch Dender, centre, carries the ball against Carleton during OUA football action at Alumni Field Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Scott McEwan, right, tries to break free from Carleton's Tanaka Chakwesha during OUA football action at Alumni Field, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 44-14. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Scott McEwan, right, tries to break free from Carleton’s Tanaka Chakwesha during OUA football action at Alumni Field, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. The Lancers won 44-14. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Jake Nicoletti, centre, celebrates with Frank Renaud, right, after Nicoletti made a tackle during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Jake Nicoletti, centre, celebrates with Frank Renaud, right, after Nicoletti made a tackle during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor running back Mitch Dender, carries the ball for a gain during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor running back Mitch Dender, carries the ball for a gain during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor's Gilbert Stewart, left, tries to break free from Carleton's A.J. Thompson during OUA football action at Alumni Field Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor’s Gilbert Stewart, left, tries to break free from Carleton’s A.J. Thompson during OUA football action at Alumni Field Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor defensive back Louis Polyzois, right, makes an interception during the third quarter at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor defensive back Louis Polyzois, right, makes an interception during the third quarter at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor quarterback, Austin Kennedy runs the offence during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Windsor quarterback, Austin Kennedy runs the offence during OUA football action at Alumni Field against the Carleton Ravens, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Taylor Quenneville, 14, tries out her new mouthguard at a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Taylor Quenneville, 14, tries out her new mouthguard at a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A plastic sheet is melted over the impression of a child's mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A plastic sheet is melted over the impression of a child’s mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Simone Bartley-Grant, left, a dental hygiene student at St. Clair College, takes an impression of 11-year-old Aiden Walsh's mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Simone Bartley-Grant, left, a dental hygiene student at St. Clair College, takes an impression of 11-year-old Aiden Walsh’s mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A plastic sheet is melted over the impression of a child's mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A plastic sheet is melted over the impression of a child’s mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A mouthguard is cut away from the impression of a child's mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A mouthguard is cut away from the impression of a child’s mouth during a free custom mouthguard clinic at St. Clair College, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Jim Young, 20, a first-year engineering student at the University of Windsor, picks up some brochures at the Innovation Station - Engineering Your Life event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Jim Young, 20, a first-year engineering student at the University of Windsor, picks up some brochures at the Innovation Station – Engineering Your Life event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Asif Khan, chair of the Innovation Station - Engineering Your Life, speaks about the event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Asif Khan, chair of the Innovation Station – Engineering Your Life, speaks about the event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Tony Sleiman, right, Jessie Laba, left, and Andre Laba, talk about thier new engine development at the Innovation Station - Engineering Your Life event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Tony Sleiman, right, Jessie Laba, left, and Andre Laba, talk about thier new engine development at the Innovation Station – Engineering Your Life event at Devonshire Mall, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)


Windsor in Pictures: Sept. 16, 2013

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

 A paramedic tends to an injured cyclist Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, at the intersection of Riverside Dr. and Langlois Ave in Windsor, Ont. The accident occurred at 8:20 a.m. Injuries were minor.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

A paramedic tends to an injured cyclist Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, at the intersection of Riverside Dr. and Langlois Ave in Windsor, Ont. The accident occurred at 8:20 a.m. Injuries were minor. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Paramedics transport an injured cyclist Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, at the intersection of Riverside Dr. and Langlois Ave in Windsor, Ont. The accident occurred at 8:20 a.m. Injuries were minor.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Paramedics transport an injured cyclist Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, at the intersection of Riverside Dr. and Langlois Ave in Windsor, Ont. The accident occurred at 8:20 a.m. Injuries were minor. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Lakeshore Horse Racing Association has inked a deal with Ontario's Liberal government for $64,000 in transitional assistance as the group stages four days of racing at Leamington Racetrack starting September 22. (TwitPic: Jason Kryk/The Windsor Star)

The Lakeshore Horse Racing Association has inked a deal with Ontario’s Liberal government for $64,000 in transitional assistance as the group stages four days of racing at Leamington Racetrack starting September 22. (TwitPic: Jason Kryk/The Windsor Star)

Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation's It's in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation’s It’s in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Scott Johnstone, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation's It's in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Scott Johnstone, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation’s It’s in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Scott Johnstone, left, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario,  Norma Brockenshire, president of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation,  Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, Sean Hammond of Hammond Insurance of Leamington, and Tom Ferreira, account executive, group sales with Great-West Life during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation's It's in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Scott Johnstone, left, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario, Norma Brockenshire, president of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, Sean Hammond of Hammond Insurance of Leamington, and Tom Ferreira, account executive, group sales with Great-West Life during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation’s It’s in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Tom Ferreira, left, account executive, group sales with Great-West Life, Scott Johnstone, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario,  Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, Norma Brockenshire, president of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation,  and Sean Hammond of Hammond Insurance of Leamington, and  during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation's It's in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Tom Ferreira, left, account executive, group sales with Great-West Life, Scott Johnstone, regional director of Great-West Life gold key advisor practices for Southwestern Ontario, Bob Copland, secretary-treasurer of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, Norma Brockenshire, president of the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation, and Sean Hammond of Hammond Insurance of Leamington, and during a media event announcing that Great-West Life, London Life, and Canada Life contributed $50,000 to the Windsor and Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation’s It’s in Your Jeans campaign on Monday September 16, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor firefighters are pictured on the scene of a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m.    (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters are pictured on the scene of a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters responded to a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. A woman and two young children check out the scene.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters responded to a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. A woman and two young children check out the scene. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 Windsor firefighters are pictured on the scene of a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters are pictured on the scene of a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters responded to a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. The resident of the home is shown on the scene with Windsor Police officers.  (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Windsor firefighters responded to a house fire Monday, Sept. 16, 2013, on Endfield Pl. in the Villages of Riverside in Windsor, Ont. The fire started at approximately 4:00 p.m. The resident of the home is shown on the scene with Windsor Police officers. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

 

 From left, Mark Biederman, veterinarian,  Mark Williams, Director of the  Ontario Harness Horseman Association and director-president of the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association, Hon. Teresa Piruzza, MPP for Windsor West,  and Tom Bain, Director, Lakeshore Horse Racing Association during a press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

From left, Mark Biederman, veterinarian, Mark Williams, Director of the Ontario Harness Horseman Association and director-president of the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association, Hon. Teresa Piruzza, MPP for Windsor West, and Tom Bain, Director, Lakeshore Horse Racing Association during a press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Mark Williams, Director of the  Ontario Harness Horseman Association and director-president of the Lakeshore Horse Racing Associationn during a press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Mark Williams, Director of the Ontario Harness Horseman Association and director-president of the Lakeshore Horse Racing Associationn during a press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

 Hon. Teresa Piruzza, MPP for Windsor West stands with a thoroughbred horse named Prince during press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Hon. Teresa Piruzza, MPP for Windsor West stands with a thoroughbred horse named Prince during press conference announcing that the Ontario provincial government has signed an agreement with the Lakeshore Horse Racing Association (LHRA) for $64,000 in transition assistance to hold four days of racing at the Leamington Racetrack starting on September 22, 2013. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Students Melodi and Oguzhan Yilmaz (right) study with the help of their parents Ayse and Naci (left) Yilmaz at their home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan Yilmaz (right) study with the help of their parents Ayse and Naci (left) Yilmaz at their home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study with the help of their parents Ayse (left) and Naci Yilmaz at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study with the help of their parents Ayse (left) and Naci Yilmaz at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study with the help of their parents Ayse (left) and Naci Yilmaz at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Students Melodi and Oguzhan (right) Yilmaz study with the help of their parents Ayse (left) and Naci Yilmaz at their home in Windsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Both Melodi and Oguzhan were in split grade classes at the start of the school year. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto.           (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Sarah Lewis is photographed with some of the socks she has collected at her home in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. Lewis, who donates the socks to a group that works with the homeless, will be honoured for her service this Friday in Toronto. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members make their way in to vote on a contract offer at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent.             (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members make their way in to vote on a contract offer at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members celebrate after the results of a vote on a contract offer is announced at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent.             (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members celebrate after the results of a vote on a contract offer is announced at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Unifor Local 2458 members celebrate after the results of a vote on a contract offer is announced at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent.             (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members celebrate after the results of a vote on a contract offer is announced at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members vote on a contract offer at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent.             (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Unifor Local 2458 members vote on a contract offer at the union hall in WIndsor on Monday, September 16, 2013. The union ratified the vote with an overwhelming ninety seven percent. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 


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The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Lody Paossi poses for a photo after completing the task. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Lody Paossi poses for a photo after completing the task. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Sue Heath and Sue Vidinovski make their way down during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Sue Heath and Sue Vidinovski make their way down during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. A group of kitchen staff employees from the casino watch as a co-worker takes their turn. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. A group of kitchen staff employees from the casino watch as a co-worker takes their turn. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Gerald Champagne checks out the event just before taking his turn. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Gerald Champagne checks out the event just before taking his turn. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Patrick McClary makes his way down during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Patrick McClary makes his way down during the event. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Jason Azar gets some last minute low altitude training before heading to the roof of the building. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

The Easter Seals Drop zone event attracted more than 50 brave individuals Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2013, in Windsor, Ont. The participants rappelled down 27 storeys from a roof section at Caesars Windsor Casino. Jason Azar gets some last minute low altitude training before heading to the roof of the building. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Lori Lee runs her team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lori Lee runs her team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Andrew Buzzeo runs his team of dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

 Lori Lee gives her team some scratches after running the dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Lori Lee gives her team some scratches after running the dogs along the riverfront in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Dog sled teams from across north america will be in Harrow in November for a dog sled race. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

School teacher Eva Wiebe comments on the incorrect spelling of Leamington inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013.   (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

School teacher Eva Wiebe comments on the incorrect spelling of Leamington inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Road sign spelling Leamington correctly has been installed on Highway 3, Tuesday September 17, 2013.   (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Road sign spelling Leamington correctly has been installed on Highway 3, Tuesday September 17, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

George Gonzalez comments on the misspelling of Leamington on wallpaper inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013.   (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

George Gonzalez comments on the misspelling of Leamington on wallpaper inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Road sign spelling Leamington correctly has been installed on Highway 3, Tuesday September 17, 2013.   (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Road sign spelling Leamington correctly has been installed on Highway 3, Tuesday September 17, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 Susie Knight comments on the misspelling of Leamington inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013. "Is that laziness?" she asked.  (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

Susie Knight comments on the misspelling of Leamington inside the Leamington Post Office, Tuesday September 17, 2013. “Is that laziness?” she asked. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

You don't have to look too far to find the correct spelling of Leamington. Wallpaper inside the building has incorrect spelling of Leamington, Tuesday September 17, 2013.   (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

You don’t have to look too far to find the correct spelling of Leamington. Wallpaper inside the building has incorrect spelling of Leamington, Tuesday September 17, 2013. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

New wallpaper borders at the recently refurbished and downsized post offices in Leamington and Amherstburg list locations where Canada Post delivers mail – including "Lemington." The border, positioned near the top of the wall, names cities around the world. A Canada Post spokesman said Tuesday it may take a few months before the mistake is fixed.  (MONICA WOLFSON/The Windsor Star)

New wallpaper borders at the recently refurbished and downsized post offices in Leamington and Amherstburg list locations where Canada Post delivers mail – including “Lemington.” The border, positioned near the top of the wall, names cities around the world. A Canada Post spokesman said Tuesday it may take a few months before the mistake is fixed. (MONICA WOLFSON/The Windsor Star)

 A house at 420 Indian Road is seen in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. The city has issued a stop work order which was posted on the house after some siding was removed.              (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A house at 420 Indian Road is seen in WIndsor on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. The city has issued a stop work order which was posted on the house after some siding was removed. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

L'Essor QB Daniel St. Jean, left, prepares to hand of the ball during WECSSAA junior boys football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

L’Essor QB Daniel St. Jean, left, prepares to hand of the ball during WECSSAA junior boys football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

L'Essor QB Daniel St. Jean, left, approches the linel during WECSSAA junior boys football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

L’Essor QB Daniel St. Jean, left, approches the linel during WECSSAA junior boys football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Belle River's Nikola Spasojevic, right, runs for a touchdown against L'Essor during WECSSAA junior boys football action September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Belle River’s Nikola Spasojevic, right, runs for a touchdown against L’Essor during WECSSAA junior boys football action September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

L'Essor quarterback Daniel St. Jean in high school junior football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach, Ontario.  (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star) (SEE FEATURE BY BOB DUFF ON ST. JEAN)

L’Essor quarterback Daniel St. Jean in high school junior football action against Belle River on September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach, Ontario. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star) (SEE FEATURE BY BOB DUFF ON ST. JEAN)

L'Essor quarterback Daniel St. Jean pitches the ball against Belle River during WECSSAA junior boys football action September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

L’Essor quarterback Daniel St. Jean pitches the ball against Belle River during WECSSAA junior boys football action September 17, 2013 in St. Clair Beach. (JASON KRYK/The Windsor Star)

Essex's Aaron Thibert, left, and Belle River's Tyler Turner battle for a loose puck in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Essex’s Aaron Thibert, left, and Belle River’s Tyler Turner battle for a loose puck in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Essex's Aaron Thibert, left, and Belle River's Tyler Turner battle for a loose puck in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

Essex’s Aaron Thibert, left, and Belle River’s Tyler Turner battle for a loose puck in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73's Tyler Raymont slows a charging Kody Gagnon from the Belle River Canadians at the Essex Centre Sports Centre in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013.               (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73′s Tyler Raymont slows a charging Kody Gagnon from the Belle River Canadians at the Essex Centre Sports Centre in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73's Scott Bromley tries to steal the puck from the Belle River Canadians Evan Makaric at the Essex Centre Sports Centre in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013.               (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

The Essex 73′s Scott Bromley tries to steal the puck from the Belle River Canadians Evan Makaric at the Essex Centre Sports Centre in Essex on Tuesday, September 17, 2013. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE/The Windsor Star)

A heron sits on a log with an audience of turtles on a warm, summer day Tuesday September 17, 2013. Herons often visit at Blue Heron Pond in East Riverside. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

A heron sits on a log with an audience of turtles on a warm, summer day Tuesday September 17, 2013. Herons often visit at Blue Heron Pond in East Riverside. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

A heron sits on a log with an audience of turtles on a warm, summer day Tuesday September 17, 2013. Herons often visit at Blue Heron Pond in East Riverside. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

A heron sits on a log with an audience of turtles on a warm, summer day Tuesday September 17, 2013. Herons often visit at Blue Heron Pond in East Riverside. (NICK BRANCACCIO/The Windsor Star)

 

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