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Windsor Weekend in Pictures: July 9-10, 2016

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Windsor Star’s award-winning photographer Dax Melmer covered the city and county this weekend. Check out the gallery.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Windsor police officers investigate a suspicious package at the corner of Goyeau St. and Park St. in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex  Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Dragon Boat participants take part in the Windsor Essex Dragon Boat Festival for the Cure at Lakewood Park in Tecumseh, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

A young boy enjoys the Wipe Out Sweeper, a large inflatable play area, at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

A young boy enjoys the Wipe Out Sweeper, a large inflatable play area, at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Elyas Elmeddah, 4, is excited to receive a balloon animal from Bill Nuvo at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Elyas Elmeddah, 4, is excited to receive a balloon animal from Bill Nuvo at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Chilren enjoy the Wipe Out Sweeper, a large inflatable play area, at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Chilren enjoy the Wipe Out Sweeper, a large inflatable play area, at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Children and their parents enjoy the fun activities offered at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Children and their parents enjoy the fun activities offered at the 2016 Eid Festival at the Rose City Islamic Centre, Saturday, July 9, 2016.

Betty Goodison, a tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments, talks about her escape through thick smoke from an apartment fire the previous evening, Sunday, July 10, 2016. 2016.

Betty Goodison, a tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments, talks about her escape through thick smoke from an apartment fire the previous evening, Sunday, July 10, 2016. 2016.

A woman removes personal items from Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after an apartment fire the previous evening displaced nearly a 100 people.

A woman removes personal items from Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after an apartment fire the previous evening displaced nearly a 100 people.

A restoration service works at the scene of an apartment fire at Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, Sunday, July 10, 2016.

A restoration service works at the scene of an apartment fire at Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, Sunday, July 10, 2016.

Dorie Colenutt, a tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, removes some personal items, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after an apartment fire the previous evening displaced nearly a 100 people.

Dorie Colenutt, a tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments in Leamington, removes some personal items, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after an apartment fire the previous evening displaced nearly a 100 people.

A tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments removes a pet bird, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after a fire the previous evening displaced nearly a hundred people.

A tenant at Plumbrook Manor Apartments removes a pet bird, Sunday, July 10, 2016, after a fire the previous evening displaced nearly a hundred people.

Matthew Dierckens and his Yellow Lab guide dog, Marilyn, are pictured in front of his home in East Windsor, Sunday, July 10, 2016.

Matthew Dierckens and his Yellow Lab guide dog, Marilyn, are pictured in front of his home in East Windsor, Sunday, July 10, 2016.

Preston Clarkson, 3, hangs out on an inflatable hockey rink at the Fork and Cork Festival at the Riverfront Festival Plaza, Sunday afternoon, July 10, 2016.

Preston Clarkson, 3, hangs out on an inflatable hockey rink at the Fork and Cork Festival at the Riverfront Festival Plaza, Sunday afternoon, July 10, 2016.


Windsor in Pictures: July 11, 2016

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

NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, and Tracey Ramsey listen to concerns of area veteran Larry Costello, centre, and Gayle Brown, Royal Canadian Legion in Essex, Monday. Behind, MP Cheryl Hardcastle chats with Greg Brownlie, RCL Brach 261.

NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, and Tracey Ramsey listen to concerns of area veteran Larry Costello, centre, and Gayle Brown, Royal Canadian Legion in Essex, Monday. Behind, MP Cheryl Hardcastle chats with Greg Brownlie, RCL Brach 261.

NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, Tracey Ramsey and Cheryl Hardcastle, right, listen and respond to concerns of area veterans in Essex, Monday.

NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, Tracey Ramsey and Cheryl Hardcastle, right, listen and respond to concerns of area veterans in Essex, Monday.

Greg Brownlie, left, service officer Royal Canadian Legion Branch 261, and Canadian Navy veteran Larry Costello, speak with NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, Tracey Ramsey and Cheryl Hardcastle in Essex, Monday. Costello, 91, served during WWII, Korean conflict and Bay of Pigs.

Greg Brownlie, left, service officer Royal Canadian Legion Branch 261, and Canadian Navy veteran Larry Costello, speak with NDP Members of Parliament Irene Mathyssen, left, Tracey Ramsey and Cheryl Hardcastle in Essex, Monday. Costello, 91, served during WWII, Korean conflict and Bay of Pigs.

Spencer Sova, 12, keeps cool while surfing the shoreline of Lake St. Clair at Sand Point beach Monday July 11, 2016. Low bacteria counts and increase water clarity have been reported at the popular east side beach.

Spencer Sova, 12, keeps cool while surfing the shoreline of Lake St. Clair at Sand Point beach Monday July 11, 2016. Low bacteria counts and increase water clarity have been reported at the popular east side beach.

Paddle surfers Marissa Kelly, front, and her son, Ayden Adams, 15, launch from Windsor Adventure at Stop 26 Beach, Monday. An idea way to keep cool on a warm summer day.

Paddle surfers Marissa Kelly, front, and her son, Ayden Adams, 15, launch from Windsor Adventure at Stop 26 Beach, Monday. An idea way to keep cool on a warm summer day.

Connor McCracken, 12, cools off while body surfing on Lake St. Clair at Sand Point beach Monday July 11, 2016.

Connor McCracken, 12, cools off while body surfing on Lake St. Clair at Sand Point beach Monday July 11, 2016.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

Firefighters and OPP attend the scene of a fatal accident on Malden road between County Road 8 and South Talbot Road in Tecumseh on Monday, July 11, 2016. A northbound motorcyclist was struck and killed by a tractor trailer heading southbound on Malden Road.

WINDSOR, ON. JULY 11, 2016. Former Windsor Spitfire player Ben Johnson leaves the Superior Court in Windsor, ON. on Monday, July 11, 2016 after taking the stand in his sexual assault trial. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Sarah Sacheli)

Former Windsor Spitfire player Ben Johnson leaves the Superior Court in Windsor, ON. on Monday, July 11, 2016 after taking the stand in his sexual assault trial.

These colourful wooden hearts were made by Windsor woodworker Steven Heisler for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

These colourful wooden hearts were made by Windsor woodworker Steven Heisler for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

Steven Heisler of Windsor shows some of the wooden hearts he made for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

Steven Heisler of Windsor shows some of the wooden hearts he made for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

Woodworker Steven Heisler of Windsor made wooden hearts for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

Woodworker Steven Heisler of Windsor made wooden hearts for the victims of the recent shooting in Orlando.

A Tecumseh firefighter is shown at a fatal motorcycle accident on Malden Road in Tecumseh, Ont. on Monday, July 11, 2016. The motorcyclist collided with a semi head on just south of South Talbot Road.

A Tecumseh firefighter is shown at a fatal motorcycle accident on Malden Road in Tecumseh, Ont. on Monday, July 11, 2016. The motorcyclist collided with a semi head on just south of South Talbot Road.

OPP officers investigate a fatal motorcycle accident on Malden Road in Tecumseh, Ont. on Monday, July 11, 2016. The motorcyclist collided with a semi head on just south of South Talbot Road.

OPP officers investigate a fatal motorcycle accident on Malden Road in Tecumseh, Ont. on Monday, July 11, 2016. The motorcyclist collided with a semi head on just south of South Talbot Road.

Windsor in Pictures: July 12, 2016

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

 Justice is off to begin his new life with a local family. He's seen at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Justice is off to begin his new life with a local family. He’s seen at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Says Justice's new owner: "He needs to stop being Justice the abused puppy and be Justice the dog that took over my end table."

Says Justice’s new owner: “He needs to stop being Justice the abused puppy and be Justice the dog that took over my end table.”

Justice is seen at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Justice is seen at the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

City Councillor Rino Bortolin is photographed on University Avenue in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. This Sunday the city will close 8 km of road for Open Streets.

City Councillor Rino Bortolin is photographed on University Avenue in Windsor on Tuesday, July 12, 2016. This Sunday the city will close 8 km of road for Open Streets.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan motors on the Detroit River in front of the old Boblo Island dock in Detroit, Michigan Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan motors on the Detroit River in front of the old Boblo Island dock in Detroit, Michigan Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan on Detroit River Tuesday July 12, 2016. Motor City Casino in Detroit, behind.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan on Detroit River Tuesday July 12, 2016. Motor City Casino in Detroit, behind.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan passes lake freighter Algoma Olympic on Detroit River Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Tall ship S V Denis Sullivan passes lake freighter Algoma Olympic on Detroit River Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Ottawa's Grace St-Germain hits on the 10th tee during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Ottawa’s Grace St-Germain hits on the 10th tee during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Alyssa Getty lets it fly on the ninth tee during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016. Getty birdied the hole.

Alyssa Getty lets it fly on the ninth tee during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016. Getty birdied the hole.

Tournament co-leader Monet Chun of Richmond Hill, Ontario, putts on 11th green during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Tournament co-leader Monet Chun of Richmond Hill, Ontario, putts on 11th green during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

ordelia Chan drops in a long, birdie putt on No. 2 during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

ordelia Chan drops in a long, birdie putt on No. 2 during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Championship being held at Ambassador Golf Club Tuesday July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library technician Michelle Griffiths pickets in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library technician Michelle Griffiths pickets in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Striking CUPE library staff picket in front of the Tecumseh municipal building on Tuesday, July 12, 2016.

Brian Clark, 31, holds an old photo of himself with his father James Clark at his Windsor home on Tuesday. James Clark was killed when his motorcycle collided with a transport truck on Monday, July 11, 2016 in Tecumseh.

Brian Clark, 31, holds an old photo of himself with his father James Clark at his Windsor home on Tuesday. James Clark was killed when his motorcycle collided with a transport truck on Monday, July 11, 2016 in Tecumseh.

Windsor in Pictures: July 13, 2016

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

First-time Pokemon Go player Sam Isiac joins other players in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

First-time Pokemon Go player Sam Isiac joins other players in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Derek Hill, left, Dylan Pageau, Matthew Rigby and Spencer Bensette sit in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Derek Hill, left, Dylan Pageau, Matthew Rigby and Spencer Bensette sit in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Derek Hill, left, and Dylan Pageau sit in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Derek Hill, left, and Dylan Pageau sit in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Jeffrey Pellizzari, left, and Sam Isiac slowly walk through Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Jeffrey Pellizzari, left, and Sam Isiac slowly walk through Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go player Andrew McQuire tries out the new game in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go player Andrew McQuire tries out the new game in Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Pokemon Go players Jeffrey Pellizzari, left, Luke Van Hooren and Sam Isiac converge on Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. The app based game, which hasn't even officially been released in Canada, is hugely popular — especially with those in the their 20s that grew up with the original Pokemon.

Pokemon Go players Jeffrey Pellizzari, left, Luke Van Hooren and Sam Isiac converge on Jackson Park in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. The app based game, which hasn’t even officially been released in Canada, is hugely popular — especially with those in the their 20s that grew up with the original Pokemon.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes its way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes its way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes its way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes its way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes it's way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes it’s way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes it's way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

The replica viking ship Draken Harald Harfagre makes it’s way up the Detroit River in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Rachel Pollock hits out of the bunker at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Rachel Pollock hits out of the bunker at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Rachel Pollock really wanted this putt to fall on the 15th at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Rachel Pollock really wanted this putt to fall on the 15th at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Alex Naumovski of Brampton hits from the 15th fairway at the Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Alex Naumovski of Brampton hits from the 15th fairway at the Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Grace St-Germain hits from the fairway in front of playing partner Mary Ann Hayward, left, on 12th hole at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Grace St-Germain hits from the fairway in front of playing partner Mary Ann Hayward, left, on 12th hole at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Over 700 children from Camp Wonder participate in Canadian Tire Jumpstart Games Day at St. Clair College's SportsPlex Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Over 700 children from Camp Wonder participate in Canadian Tire Jumpstart Games Day at St. Clair College’s SportsPlex Wednesday July 13, 2016.

Sophie the tiny Shih Tzu receives water through a syringe on July 13, 2016 after the dog was attacked by a Great Dane while in the arms of owner Kelly Morency.

Sophie the tiny Shih Tzu receives water through a syringe on July 13, 2016 after the dog was attacked by a Great Dane while in the arms of owner Kelly Morency.

Kelly Morency watches over her dog, Sophie, on July 13, 2016 after the tiny Shih Tzu was attacked by a great Dane while in the arms of her owner.

Kelly Morency watches over her dog, Sophie, on July 13, 2016 after the tiny Shih Tzu was attacked by a great Dane while in the arms of her owner.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

A farmer harvests wheat near in Lakeshore, Ont. near the Belle River on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 as wind turbines work nearby.

A farmer harvests wheat near in Lakeshore, Ont. near the Belle River on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 as wind turbines work nearby.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

A wind turbine is shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

A wind turbine is shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Wind turbines are shown in Lakeshore, Ont. near the village of St. Joachim on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Steban Aguilar walks his dog Marley along the Ganatchio trail in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Steban Aguilar walks his dog Marley along the Ganatchio trail in Windsor on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Steban Aguilar walks his dog Marley along the Ganatchio trail in Windsor, ON. on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. For story on a new dog walking app called GoFetch.

Steban Aguilar walks his dog Marley along the Ganatchio trail in Windsor, ON. on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. For story on a new dog walking app called GoFetch.

People cool down in the water off the west Belle River beach on another scorching hot day on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

People cool down in the water off the west Belle River beach on another scorching hot day on Wednesday, July 13, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: July 14, 2016

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

CUPE president Fred Hahn, right, rallies striking library workers in front of the Tecumseh Library on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

CUPE president Fred Hahn, right, rallies striking library workers in front of the Tecumseh Library on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

triking library workers hold a rally in front of the Tecumseh Library in Tecumseh on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure. (JULIE KOTSIS/Windsor Star)

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure.

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure. (JULIE KOTSIS/Windsor Star)

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure.

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure. (JULIE KOTSIS/Windsor Star)

A white Cadillac Deville crashed into a rock foundation on the front lawn of a house on Sandwich Street in Amherstburg on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The single-vehicle crash sent one man to hospital with minor injuries. The 72-year-old driver travelling north on Sandwich Street lost control of the vehicle before crashing into the structure.

Christine Van Geyn, right, and Aaron Wudrick, both of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation chat with Amherstburg's Anthony Leardi, centre, and child Andrew, 9, Thursday July 14, 2016.

Christine Van Geyn, right, and Aaron Wudrick, both of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation chat with Amherstburg’s Anthony Leardi, centre, and child Andrew, 9, Thursday July 14, 2016.

Windsor, Ontario. July 14, 2016.  Second-round leader Grace St-Germain hits from the 12th tee at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016. St-Germain carded a 76 Thursday, to fall one shot behind the leaders after three rounds. (NICK BRANCACCIO/Windsor Star)

Windsor, Ontario. July 14, 2016. Second-round leader Grace St-Germain hits from the 12th tee at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016. St-Germain carded a 76 Thursday, to fall one shot behind the leaders after three rounds. (NICK BRANCACCIO/Windsor Star)

Rachel Pollock chips onto the 12th green at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016.

Rachel Pollock chips onto the 12th green at Ambassador Golf Club during the Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016.

Maybe the shot of the tournament, co-leader Madeline Marck-Sherk plays from a difficult lie on 15th at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016. Marck-Sherk saved par on the hole.

Maybe the shot of the tournament, co-leader Madeline Marck-Sherk plays from a difficult lie on 15th at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016. Marck-Sherk saved par on the hole.

Golf official was busy changing the leader board during third round of Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur at Ambassador Golf Club Thursday July 14, 2016.

Golf official was busy changing the leader board during third round of Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur at Ambassador Golf Club Thursday July 14, 2016.

Jessica Ip, left, hits from the 12th fairway at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women's Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016.  Ip's father and caddy, Simon Ip, watches her form. Ip stands at +2 for the tournament after three rounds.

Jessica Ip, left, hits from the 12th fairway at Ambassador Golf Club during Investors Group Ontario Women’s Amateur Thursday July 14, 2016. Ip’s father and caddy, Simon Ip, watches her form. Ip stands at +2 for the tournament after three rounds.

A car travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

A car travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

Traffic travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

Traffic travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

Traffic travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

Traffic travels down Matchette Road near the Ojibway Nature Centre on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in Windsor, Ont. City council will debate closing the road down from Sprucewood to the Nature Centre.

A bird tower at the Petite Cote conservation area is shown on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in LaSalle, Ont. Vandals painted extensive anti-police graffiti  all over the upper and lower decks of the structure.

A bird tower at the Petite Cote conservation area is shown on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in LaSalle, Ont. Vandals painted extensive anti-police graffiti all over the upper and lower decks of the structure.

A bird tower at the Petite Cote conservation area is shown on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in LaSalle, Ont. Vandals painted extensive anti-police graffiti  all over the upper and lower decks of the structure.

A bird tower at the Petite Cote conservation area is shown on Thursday, July 14, 2016, in LaSalle, Ont. Vandals painted extensive anti-police graffiti all over the upper and lower decks of the structure.

Gordie Johnson (L) and Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson (L) and Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Windsor's Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Windsor’s Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson of Big Sugar performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Tino Gross of the Howling Diablos performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Tino Gross of the Howling Diablos performs at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson (L) and Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Gordie Johnson (L) and Kelly Hoppe of Big Sugar perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Luc Goupil has some fun at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Luc Goupil has some fun at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Jeff Martin of the Tea Party performs a solo acoustic set at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

Jeff Martin of the Tea Party performs a solo acoustic set at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

The Howling Diablos perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

The Howling Diablos perform at the Bluesfest Windsor event at the Riverfront Plaza in Windsor, Ont. on Thursday, July 14, 2016.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016.   The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. Hardit Singh, 12, kicks the ball during the event.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. Hardit Singh, 12, kicks the ball during the event.

 The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016.   The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. LaSalle firefighter Jeff Meloche gives Rhea Kapoor, 5, some direction during the game.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. LaSalle firefighter Jeff Meloche gives Rhea Kapoor, 5, some direction during the game.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016.   The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. LaSalle Police Const. Alison Hunter gets into the game during the event.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. LaSalle Police Const. Alison Hunter gets into the game during the event.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016.   The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. A.J. Pancito gets high-fives after kicking a home run.

The LaSalle Hang Out for Youth group kicked off their summer program at the Gil Maure Park on Thursday, July 14, 2016. The group provides save haven for youth by providing help with school work and personal development programs, healthy snacks and physical activities. The young participants along with local police and fire service personnel participated in a game of kick ball. A.J. Pancito gets high-fives after kicking a home run.

Windsor In Pictures: July 15, 2016

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Sarah Dunning competes in the final round of the Ontario Women's Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on July 15, 2016.

Sarah Dunning competes in the final round of the Ontario Women’s Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on July 15, 2016.

Alyssa Getty competes in the final round of the Ontario Women's Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Alyssa Getty competes in the final round of the Ontario Women’s Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

WINDSOR, ON. JULY 15, 2016. -- Kelly Riccardi lines up her next shot as she competes in the final round of the Ontario Women's Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / WINDSOR STAR)

WINDSOR, ON. JULY 15, 2016. — Kelly Riccardi lines up her next shot as she competes in the final round of the Ontario Women’s Amateur Golf Tournament at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016. (TYLER BROWNBRIDGE / WINDSOR STAR)

Cory Mullen has written and recorded an CD about his family's experiences with The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Cory Mullen has written and recorded an CD about his family’s experiences with The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Cory Mullen has written and recorded an CD about his family's experiences with The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Cory Mullen has written and recorded an CD about his family’s experiences with The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star)

Construction crews continue to work on the area which the Canadian customs plaza for the new bridge will sit in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Construction crews continue to work on the area which the Canadian customs plaza for the new bridge will sit in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Construction crews continue to work on the area which the Canadian customs plaza for the new bridge will sit in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Construction crews continue to work on the area which the Canadian customs plaza for the new bridge will sit in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Dwight Duncan, interim chairman of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, gives an update to the Windsor Star on the progress of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, Friday, July 15, 2015.

Dwight Duncan, interim chairman of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, gives an update to the Windsor Star on the progress of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, Friday, July 15, 2015.

Dwight Duncan, interim chairman of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, gives an update on the Gordie Howe International Bridge project as on July 15, 2016, president and CEO Michael Cautillo listens.

Dwight Duncan, interim chairman of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, gives an update on the Gordie Howe International Bridge project as on July 15, 2016, president and CEO Michael Cautillo listens.

Nour Hachem, pre-apprenticeship project manager at St. Clair College, speaks at a news conference announcing the release of the Advancing Women in Automotive Knowledge Exchange (AWAKE) Needs Assesment Report, while at St. Clair College, Friday, July 15, 2015. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Nour Hachem, pre-apprenticeship project manager at St. Clair College, speaks at a news conference announcing the release of the Advancing Women in Automotive Knowledge Exchange (AWAKE) Needs Assesment Report, while at St. Clair College, Friday, July 15, 2015. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

France Daviault, senior director of industry relations, Automotive Industries Association of Canada, speaks at a news conference at St. Clair College announcing the release of the Advancing Women in Automotive Knowledge Exchange (AWAKE) Needs Assesment Report on Friday, July 15, 2015.

France Daviault, senior director of industry relations, Automotive Industries Association of Canada, speaks at a news conference at St. Clair College announcing the release of the Advancing Women in Automotive Knowledge Exchange (AWAKE) Needs Assesment Report on Friday, July 15, 2015.

Tom Lucier is shown July 12, 2016 in front of the location on Pitt Street East where he plans to open The Rondo, a live music club, in the former Tequila Bob's.

Tom Lucier is shown July 12, 2016 in front of the location on Pitt Street East where he plans to open The Rondo, a live music club, in the former Tequila Bob’s.

A motorcycle lays on the ground in the west bound lanes of Ojibway Parkway near Broadway Street as Windsor Police investigate the cause of the accident in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

A motorcycle lays on the ground in the west bound lanes of Ojibway Parkway near Broadway Street as Windsor Police investigate the cause of the accident in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

A motorcycle lays on the ground in the west bound lanes of Ojibway Parkway near Broadway Street as Windsor Police investigate the cause of the accident in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

A motorcycle lays on the ground in the west bound lanes of Ojibway Parkway near Broadway Street as Windsor Police investigate the cause of the accident in Windsor on Friday, July 15, 2016.

Windsor Weekend in Pictures: July 16-17, 2016

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Windsor Star’s award-winning photographer Dax Melmer covered the city and county this weekend. Check out the gallery.

Various species of snakes are on display at the Ojibway Nature Centre's World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Various species of snakes are on display at the Ojibway Nature Centre’s World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olivia Gut, 7, has a corn snake slither through her hair at the Ojibway Nature Centre's World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olivia Gut, 7, has a corn snake slither through her hair at the Ojibway Nature Centre’s World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Benjamin Levack, 3, gets a closer look at a corn snake at the Ojibway Nature Centre's World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Benjamin Levack, 3, gets a closer look at a corn snake at the Ojibway Nature Centre’s World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Lily Bachmeier, 3, gets up close with a black rat snake at the Ojibway Nature Centre's World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Lily Bachmeier, 3, gets up close with a black rat snake at the Ojibway Nature Centre’s World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Zoey Desrosiers, 8, has a black rat snake slither all over her at the Ojibway Nature Centre's World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Zoey Desrosiers, 8, has a black rat snake slither all over her at the Ojibway Nature Centre’s World Snake Day celebration, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic track stars Melissa Bishop, left, and Noelle Montcalm, pose for a photo as they return to Windsor at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic track stars Melissa Bishop, left, and Noelle Montcalm, pose for a photo as they return to Windsor at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic track star Noelle Montcalm is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic track star Noelle Montcalm is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Supporters of Olympic qualifiers Melissa Bishop and Noelle Montcalm, wait for their arrival at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Supporters of Olympic qualifiers Melissa Bishop and Noelle Montcalm, wait for their arrival at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Melissa Bishop is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Melissa Bishop is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Noelle Montcalm is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Noelle Montcalm is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Melissa Bishop is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

Olympic qualifier Melissa Bishop is greeted by supporters at Windsor International Airport, Saturday, July 16, 2016.

MP Brian Masse enjoys rides down a closed University Avenue during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

MP Brian Masse enjoys rides down a closed University Avenue during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8 km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8 km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8 km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8 km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Bike Friendly Windsor Essex created a slow ride and protected bike lane in downtown Windsor for Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Bike Friendly Windsor Essex created a slow ride and protected bike lane in downtown Windsor for Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Jacob Fearday, 7, left, and Logan Fearday, 6, compete in a slow ride competition organized by Bike Friendly Windsor Essex during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Jacob Fearday, 7, left, and Logan Fearday, 6, compete in a slow ride competition organized by Bike Friendly Windsor Essex during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Ariana Rice, 11, competes in a game of hoola hoop tic tac toe in Walkerville for Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Ariana Rice, 11, competes in a game of hoola hoop tic tac toe in Walkerville for Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Windsor Symphony Orchestra's woodwind quartet perform outside the Capitol Theatre during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s woodwind quartet perform outside the Capitol Theatre during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Windsor Symphony Orchestra's woodwind quartet perform outside the Capitol Theatre during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Windsor Symphony Orchestra’s woodwind quartet perform outside the Capitol Theatre during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in Walkerville enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Rico Prosperi enjoys the open roads with his dogs Ace and Zeiter during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Rico Prosperi enjoys the open roads with his dogs Ace and Zeiter during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Cyclists and pedestrians in downtown Windsor enjoy 8km of streets closed to motor vehicles during Open Streets Windsor, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Members of the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, sit in the dugout as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Members of the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, sit in the dugout as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Members of the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, watch a play on the field from the dugout as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Members of the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, watch a play on the field from the dugout as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Fans cheer on the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team  at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Fans cheer on the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Fans cheer on the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team  at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Fans cheer on the Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, as they take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, take on the Harrow Blues senior team  at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

The Leamington Greenhouse baseball team, a team made up of mostly migrant greenhouse workers, take on the Harrow Blues senior team at Pollard Park in Harrow, Sunday, July 17, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: July 18, 2016

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

Ariana Gagnon with items which were removed from inside Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.  Gagnon Demolition sold the items to interested residents Monday morning.

Ariana Gagnon with items which were removed from inside Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016. Gagnon Demolition sold the items to interested residents Monday morning.

Interested citizens watch and take photographs as Gagnon Demolition prepare Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Interested citizens watch and take photographs as Gagnon Demolition prepare Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Gagnon Demolition at Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Gagnon Demolition at Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Gagnon Demolition staff remove a few items from inside Abars Tavern which were later sold on the roadside on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Gagnon Demolition staff remove a few items from inside Abars Tavern which were later sold on the roadside on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Ariana Gagnon with items which were removed from inside Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Ariana Gagnon with items which were removed from inside Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Staff with Gagnon Demolition at Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Staff with Gagnon Demolition at Abars Tavern on Riverside Drive East Monday July 18, 2016.

Demolition begins July 18, 2016, of the former Abars tavern on Riverside Drive East. Workers with Gagnon Demolition salvage some of the items inside, including chairs and tables.

Demolition begins July 18, 2016, of the former Abars tavern on Riverside Drive East. Workers with Gagnon Demolition salvage some of the items inside, including chairs and tables.

OPP, Lakeshore Fire Services and Essex-Windsor EMS on the scene on South Middle Road near County Road 23 Monday July 18, 2016.

OPP, Lakeshore Fire Services and Essex-Windsor EMS on the scene on South Middle Road near County Road 23 Monday July 18, 2016.

Lakeshore public work employees set up a road closure barrier following a serious crash at South Middle and Naylor Side roads on July 18, 2016.

Lakeshore public work employees set up a road closure barrier following a serious crash at South Middle and Naylor Side roads on July 18, 2016.

Proud parents Aaron Hillman and Filomena Roma are shown with their newborn son Oliver in one of the 33 birthing rooms at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on July 18, 2016.

Proud parents Aaron Hillman and Filomena Roma are shown with their newborn son Oliver in one of the 33 birthing rooms at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on July 18, 2016.

Smokers options will soon be limited at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on Monday, July 18, 2016. Starting August 1st there will only be one designated smoking areas and by 2018 there will be none.

Smokers options will soon be limited at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on Monday, July 18, 2016. Starting August 1st there will only be one designated smoking areas and by 2018 there will be none.

Smokers' options will soon be limited at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on Monday, July 18, 2016. Starting Aug. 1 there will only be one designated smoking area and by 2018 there will be none.

Smokers’ options will soon be limited at Windsor Regional Hospital in Windsor on Monday, July 18, 2016. Starting Aug. 1 there will only be one designated smoking area and by 2018 there will be none.

Advantage production plant on North Talbot Monday July 18, 2016.

Advantage production plant on North Talbot Monday July 18, 2016.

Advantage Engineering on Regal Drive Monday July 18, 2016.

Advantage Engineering on Regal Drive Monday July 18, 2016.

Architect Settimo Vilardi, left, Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Windsor fire Chief Bruce Montone and Matt Soulliere, left, of Loaring Construction are pictured during the groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

Architect Settimo Vilardi, left, Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Windsor fire Chief Bruce Montone and Matt Soulliere, left, of Loaring Construction are pictured during the groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens joined Windsor fire Chief Bruce Montone and other officials during groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens joined Windsor fire Chief Bruce Montone and other officials during groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

Matt Soulliere, left, of Loaring Construction, architect Settimo Vilardi, Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens and Fire Chief Bruce Montone, right, during groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

Matt Soulliere, left, of Loaring Construction, architect Settimo Vilardi, Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens and Fire Chief Bruce Montone, right, during groundbreaking ceremony for the combined Fire Hall #6 and Emergency Operations Centre on Provincial Road at Lone Pine Road Monday July 18, 2016. The $6.5 million facility will serve South Windsor and provide adequate space for emergency management.

From left,  Sarah Girard,  Jade Aubin, 10, Jonathan Girard, 8, and Coty Aubin who have started a motorcycle awareness campaign called Motopunch. A game where passengers in a moving vehicle keep an eye out for motorcycles and notify the driver.

From left, Sarah Girard, Jade Aubin, 10, Jonathan Girard, 8, and Coty Aubin who have started a motorcycle awareness campaign called Motopunch. A game where passengers in a moving vehicle keep an eye out for motorcycles and notify the driver.

Coty Aubin, right, with his family Sarah Girard,  Jade Aubin, 10, Jonathan Girard, 8, who have have started a motorcycle awareness campaign called Motopunch. A game where passengers in a moving vehicle keep an eye out for motorcycles and notify the driver.

Coty Aubin, right, with his family Sarah Girard, Jade Aubin, 10, Jonathan Girard, 8, who have have started a motorcycle awareness campaign called Motopunch. A game where passengers in a moving vehicle keep an eye out for motorcycles and notify the driver.

Essex Mayor Ron McDermott listens during a council meeting on July 18, 2016.

Essex Mayor Ron McDermott listens during a council meeting on July 18, 2016.

Essex Coun. Randy Voakes during council session on July 18, 2016.

Essex Coun. Randy Voakes during council session on July 18, 2016.


Windsor in Pictures: July 19, 2016

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

The Pelissier Street Parking garage is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

The Pelissier Street Parking garage is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

The Pelissier Street Parking garage (left) is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

The Pelissier Street Parking garage (left) is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

The Pelissier Street Parking garage is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

The Pelissier Street Parking garage is seen in Windsor on Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The city will invest money to fix the ground floor retail space.

Hospice patient Paige Wilkinson, centre, with St. Clair College hairstylist technician Amanda Higgins, left, and student Katherine Iacono July 19, 2016.

Hospice patient Paige Wilkinson, centre, with St. Clair College hairstylist technician Amanda Higgins, left, and student Katherine Iacono July 19, 2016.

Hospice patient Lorna Lennox, right, smiles with other patients as St. Clair College hairstyling student Cori Dufresne uses her hair dryer to complete the job July 19, 2016.

Hospice patient Lorna Lennox, right, smiles with other patients as St. Clair College hairstyling student Cori Dufresne uses her hair dryer to complete the job July 19, 2016.

Crissy Drew, left, and Cynthia Brown pause for a moment on July 19, 2016 at the Ojibway Nature Centre where the mental health experts take young people with mental illnesses for walks in the woods as part of a pilot project called Mood Walks.

Crissy Drew, left, and Cynthia Brown pause for a moment on July 19, 2016 at the Ojibway Nature Centre where the mental health experts take young people with mental illnesses for walks in the woods as part of a pilot project called Mood Walks.

Alan McKinnon and his son Benjamin walk through the Ojibway Park on July 19, 2016.

Alan McKinnon and his son Benjamin walk through the Ojibway Park on July 19, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: July 20, 2016

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

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Joel Stevens and Tyler Henteges (right) ride the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Joel Stevens and Tyler Henteges (right) ride the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Tyler Henteges rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Tyler Henteges rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Brad Spencer rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Joel Stevens rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Joel Stevens rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Kadd Cox rides the Flow Rider at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre during a demonstration by professional flow riders in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. The Flow Rider is available for stand up riding Saturday mornings and also Wednesday nights starting again in the fall.

Johan Steinhoff and Michael Tenechi (right) take part in a robotics class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Johan Steinhoff and Michael Tenechi (right) take part in a robotics class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Alexis Bianchi and Natalia Parker (right) take part in a robotics class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Alexis Bianchi and Natalia Parker (right) take part in a robotics class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society animal control officer Natalie Crerar holds stray dog, Zoe in front of her animal relief vehicle Wednesday July 20, 2016.

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society animal control officer Natalie Crerar holds stray dog, Zoe in front of her animal relief vehicle Wednesday July 20, 2016.

Sherry Foster holds her daughter Finlea Johnston, 11 months, at Mic Mac water park on Prince Road Wednesday July 20, 2016.

Sherry Foster holds her daughter Finlea Johnston, 11 months, at Mic Mac water park on Prince Road Wednesday July 20, 2016.

Mateo Calito, 2, heads for a stream of water during an afternoon of fun with his family at Mic Mac water park Wednesday July 20, 2016.

Mateo Calito, 2, heads for a stream of water during an afternoon of fun with his family at Mic Mac water park Wednesday July 20, 2016.

The exterior of Vistaprint's building is shown in Tecumseh on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

The exterior of Vistaprint’s building is shown in Tecumseh on Wednesday, July 20, 2016.

Nancy Pancheshan leaves with Ojibway supporters Wednesday after a city council committee decided to defer discussion of the proposed closure of Matchette Road.

Nancy Pancheshan leaves with Ojibway supporters Wednesday after a city council committee decided to defer discussion of the proposed closure of Matchette Road.

Windsor in Pictures: July 21, 2016

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

Librarians represented by CUPE walk the picket line at the Essex Civic Centre.

Librarians represented by CUPE walk the picket line at the Essex Civic Centre.

Librarians represented by CUPE walk the picket line at the Essex Civic Centre.

Librarians represented by CUPE walk the picket line at the Essex Civic Centre.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to students at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to students at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to summer class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Scillian, who has published 16 books, read to students from his book Memoirs of a Goldfish.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to summer class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Scillian, who has published 16 books, read to students from his book Memoirs of a Goldfish.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to summer class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Scillian, who has published 16 books, read to students from his book Memoirs of a Goldfish.

Devin Scillian, news anchor at WDIV-TV in Detroit, reads to summer class at the Catholic Education Centre in Windsor on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Scillian, who has published 16 books, read to students from his book Memoirs of a Goldfish.

Pleasure boat passes in front of a huge industrial complex on Zug Island, located on the U.S. side of the Detroit River, Thursday July 21, 2016.

Pleasure boat passes in front of a huge industrial complex on Zug Island, located on the U.S. side of the Detroit River, Thursday July 21, 2016.

Darlene Trepanier, owner-operator of Trepanier Fuel and Automotive in St. Joachim, has limited access to high-speed Internet.

Darlene Trepanier, owner-operator of Trepanier Fuel and Automotive in St. Joachim, has limited access to high-speed Internet.

South Windsor resident Mike Harasemchuk is pictured at his home on July 21, 2016.

South Windsor resident Mike Harasemchuk is pictured at his home on July 21, 2016.

Overgrown weeds are seen along the  Herb Gray Parkway near Cousineau Rd. in Windsor, Ontario on July 21, 2016.

Overgrown weeds are seen along the Herb Gray Parkway near Cousineau Rd. in Windsor, Ontario on July 21, 2016.

Windsor Weekend in Pictures: July 23-24, 2016

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Windsor Star’s award-winning photographer Dax Melmer covered the city and county this weekend. Check out the gallery.

Connor Soulliere of Tecumseh Thunder Senior baseball club warms up before a game against Troy Jet Box at Soulliere Field on July 22, 2016.

Connor Soulliere of Tecumseh Thunder Senior baseball club warms up before a game against Troy Jet Box at Soulliere Field on July 22, 2016.

People wait at the starting line during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

People wait at the starting line during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Runi the Runicorn entertains the crowd during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.  (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

Runi the Runicorn entertains the crowd during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016. (DAX MELMER/The Windsor Star)

A runner passes the finish line at The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

A runner passes the finish line at The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

People take part in The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

People take part in The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Runi the Runicorn poses for a photo with people taking part in The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Runi the Runicorn poses for a photo with people taking part in The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Runners leaving the starting line during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor's waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Runners leaving the starting line during The Color Run Night 5k along Windsor’s waterfront Saturday evening, July 23, 2016.

Leo Lucier, owner of Vapelated Vapor Lounge, is pictured before the start of a fundraiser at his lounge, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Leo Lucier, owner of Vapelated Vapor Lounge, is pictured before the start of a fundraiser at his lounge, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Thomas Pollard, 11, keeps cool by jumping into the water off the pedestrian bridge at Lakeview Park during the Belle River Sunsplash,  Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Thomas Pollard, 11, keeps cool by jumping into the water off the pedestrian bridge at Lakeview Park during the Belle River Sunsplash, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Shawn Pollard, 13, keeps cool by jumping into the water off the pedestrian bridge at Lakeview Park during the Belle River Sunsplash,  Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Shawn Pollard, 13, keeps cool by jumping into the water off the pedestrian bridge at Lakeview Park during the Belle River Sunsplash, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Members of the Can Am Watercross National Tour perform for people at the Belle River Sunsplash at Lakeview Park West Beach, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Friends and family join Lorette Morais, left, and Shirley Seguin as they are pulled in a rickshaw for a tour of the Herb Grey Parkway, Sunday, July 24, 2016.  Seguin is legally blind and this is the best way for her to see all the changes made for the parkway.

Friends and family join Lorette Morais, left, and Shirley Seguin as they are pulled in a rickshaw for a tour of the Herb Grey Parkway, Sunday, July 24, 2016. Seguin is legally blind and this is the best way for her to see all the changes made for the parkway.

Friends and family join Shirley Seguin as she is pulled in a rickshaw for a tour of the Herb Grey Parkway, Sunday, July 24, 2016.  Seguin is legally blind and this is the best way for her to see all the changes made for the parkway.

Friends and family join Shirley Seguin as she is pulled in a rickshaw for a tour of the Herb Grey Parkway, Sunday, July 24, 2016. Seguin is legally blind and this is the best way for her to see all the changes made for the parkway.

Jackie Giannotti and Gregy Mayville stroll down Wyandotte with their daughter Olive Mayville and Chauncey, their Boston Terrier, during the Walkerville Art Walk and Rock, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

Jackie Giannotti and Gregy Mayville stroll down Wyandotte with their daughter Olive Mayville and Chauncey, their Boston Terrier, during the Walkerville Art Walk and Rock, Saturday, July 23, 2016.

A Purple Martin House is pictured at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 24, 2016.  The house is part of the Purple Martin Project, an initiative designed to combat the bird's decline.

A Purple Martin House is pictured at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 24, 2016. The house is part of the Purple Martin Project, an initiative designed to combat the bird’s decline.

John Balga, left, and Tim O'Hagan, members of the Colchester Purple Martin Project, are pictured next to a Purple Martin House at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 24, 2016.  The project is an initiative designed to combat the bird's decline.

John Balga, left, and Tim O’Hagan, members of the Colchester Purple Martin Project, are pictured next to a Purple Martin House at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 24, 2016. The project is an initiative designed to combat the bird’s decline.

Windsor in Pictures: July 25, 2016

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

Goslings with bands are pictured at Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Concession 3 in Kingsville July 25, 2016.

Goslings with bands are pictured at Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Concession 3 in Kingsville July 25, 2016.

Mary Baruth, executive director of Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, displays bands for geese on her fingertips Monday July 25, 2016.

Mary Baruth, executive director of Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation, displays bands for geese on her fingertips Monday July 25, 2016.

Portrait of Jack Miner, known worldwide as the father of geese banding July 25, 2016. Recently near the historic Jack Miner homestead, the leg of a dead gosling was detached, possibly to take the gosling band and sell to a bird band collector.

Portrait of Jack Miner, known worldwide as the father of geese banding July 25, 2016. Recently near the historic Jack Miner homestead, the leg of a dead gosling was detached, possibly to take the gosling band and sell to a bird band collector.

The Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation's Dr. Roy Perry Apartments are pictured at 395 University Ave. E.  July 25, 2016.

The Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation’s Dr. Roy Perry Apartments are pictured at 395 University Ave. E. July 25, 2016.

The Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation's Glengarry Office at 415 University Ave. E. July 25, 2016.

The Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation’s Glengarry Office at 415 University Ave. E. July 25, 2016.

Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation units are pictured near University Ave. E. on July 25, 2016.

Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation units are pictured near University Ave. E. on July 25, 2016.

A damaged motorcycle is shown on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont.

A damaged motorcycle is shown on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont.

Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police help a flat bed operator load a damaged motorcycle on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont.

Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police help a flat bed operator load a damaged motorcycle on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont.

Damage is shown to the front of a pick-up truck on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont. An accident occurred at 1:45 p.m. at the intersection of Manning Road and County Road 34. A male driver and female passenger of a motorcycle suffered non-life threatening injuries after they collided with the pick-up truck at the intersection.

Damage is shown to the front of a pick-up truck on Monday, July 25, 2016 in Tecumseh, Ont. An accident occurred at 1:45 p.m. at the intersection of Manning Road and County Road 34. A male driver and female passenger of a motorcycle suffered non-life threatening injuries after they collided with the pick-up truck at the intersection.

The Windsor Salt Mine owned by the Canadian Salt Company Limited on Morton Drive in Windsor, Ont. is pictured on July 25, 2016.   Plans for a $60 million expansion have been announced.

The Windsor Salt Mine owned by the Canadian Salt Company Limited on Morton Drive in Windsor, Ont. is pictured on July 25, 2016. Plans for a $60 million expansion have been announced.

The Windsor Salt Mine owned by the Canadian Salt Company Limited on Morton Drive in Windsor, Ontario on July 25, 2016.   Plans for a $60 million expansion have been announced.

The Windsor Salt Mine owned by the Canadian Salt Company Limited on Morton Drive in Windsor, Ontario on July 25, 2016. Plans for a $60 million expansion have been announced.

Striking library workers and members of CUPE picket in front of the Harrow Library on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Striking library workers and members of CUPE picket in front of the Harrow Library on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Striking library workers and members of CUPE picket in front of the Harrow Library on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Striking library workers and members of CUPE picket in front of the Harrow Library on Monday, July 25, 2016.

The exterior of Iona College at the University of Windsor is pictured on July 25, 2016.

The exterior of Iona College at the University of Windsor is pictured on July 25, 2016.

City of Windsor CAO Onorio Colucci is pictured at the executive committee of the City of Windsor meeting on July 25, 2016 in Windsor, Ont.

City of Windsor CAO Onorio Colucci is pictured at the executive committee of the City of Windsor meeting on July 25, 2016 in Windsor, Ont.

City of Windsor CAO  Onorio Colucci listens to Coun. Paul Borrelli during the executive committee meeting of the City of Windsor on July 25, 2016 in Windsor, Ont.

City of Windsor CAO Onorio Colucci listens to Coun. Paul Borrelli during the executive committee meeting of the City of Windsor on July 25, 2016 in Windsor, Ont.

University of Windsor professor Amy Fitzgerald, who co-authored a report that reveals OSPCA investigators are operating in unsafe conditions due to funding concerns, is pictured on July 25, 2016.

University of Windsor professor Amy Fitzgerald, who co-authored a report that reveals OSPCA investigators are operating in unsafe conditions due to funding concerns, is pictured on July 25, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: July 26, 2016

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

Cory David Blaggon, left, throws the baseball with guidance from Tecumseh Thunder players during their annual Tecumseh Baseball Fun Day Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016.

Cory David Blaggon, left, throws the baseball with guidance from Tecumseh Thunder players during their annual Tecumseh Baseball Fun Day Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016.

Married couple Beth and Ray Renaud participate in the annual Tecumseh Baseball Club Fun Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016. Dozens of Tecumseh Thunder players and coaches shared their baseball insights with area residents.

Married couple Beth and Ray Renaud participate in the annual Tecumseh Baseball Club Fun Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016. Dozens of Tecumseh Thunder players and coaches shared their baseball insights with area residents.

Tecumseh Thunder player Casey Boutette, right, assists Alvin Matte at home plate during annual Tecumseh Baseball Club's Fun Day Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016.

Tecumseh Thunder player Casey Boutette, right, assists Alvin Matte at home plate during annual Tecumseh Baseball Club’s Fun Day Camp for challenged players at Lacasse Park July 26, 2016.

City of Windsor summer students Lucas Mitrovic, left, and Adam Wightman chalk foul lines at Jackson Park Tuesday July 26, 2016

City of Windsor summer students Lucas Mitrovic, left, and Adam Wightman chalk foul lines at Jackson Park Tuesday July 26, 2016

City of Windsor summer student Aaron Bidnuz, waters flowers and shrubs at Jackson Park, Tuesday July 26, 2016. Bidnuz attends the landscaping program at St. Clair College.

City of Windsor summer student Aaron Bidnuz, waters flowers and shrubs at Jackson Park, Tuesday July 26, 2016. Bidnuz attends the landscaping program at St. Clair College.

Cael Oman, 6, left, and his sister Makenna Oman, 8, participate in Wild Wizarding World - A Harry Potter Event, part of the Library Live Children's Club at Central Branch Tuesday July 26, 2016. Several stations, including a chess table, were set up for the well-organized event.

Cael Oman, 6, left, and his sister Makenna Oman, 8, participate in Wild Wizarding World – A Harry Potter Event, part of the Library Live Children’s Club at Central Branch Tuesday July 26, 2016. Several stations, including a chess table, were set up for the well-organized event.

Kingsville's Jack Kungel says he is allowed to grow medical marijuana for himself because he's grandfathered into old legislation.

Kingsville’s Jack Kungel says he is allowed to grow medical marijuana for himself because he’s grandfathered into old legislation.

Marijuana in various forms grown by Jack Kungel is shown at his Kingsville, Ont., home.

Marijuana in various forms grown by Jack Kungel is shown at his Kingsville, Ont., home.

Jack Kungel is shown with some of the marijuana he grows at his Kingsville, Ont.

Jack Kungel is shown with some of the marijuana he grows at his Kingsville, Ont.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send-off on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send-off on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send-off ceremony for three of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop, left, and Noelle Montcalm are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send-off ceremony for three of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop, left, and Noelle Montcalm are shown during the ceremony.

Melissa Bishop meets three-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony on July 26, 2016.

Melissa Bishop meets three-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony on July 26, 2016.

Fans sign a Canadian flag during the Olympic send-off ceremony at the University of Windsor on July 26, 2016.

Fans sign a Canadian flag during the Olympic send-off ceremony at the University of Windsor on July 26, 2016.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Fans sign a Canadian flag during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Fans sign a Canadian flag during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop meets 3-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop meets 3-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Noelle Montcalm (L) and Melissa Bishop are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Noelle Montcalm (L) and Melissa Bishop are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runner Melissa Bishop is shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm (R) receive a hug from Renee Langlois, mother of Olympic basketball player Miah-Marie Langlois who could not attend the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm (R) receive a hug from Renee Langlois, mother of Olympic basketball player Miah-Marie Langlois who could not attend the ceremony.

he University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

he University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Cheering fans are shown during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm meet 3-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm meet 3-year-old fan Lillian Garton during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm are shown with fans Jasmine Benoit, 9, and Sienna Benoit, 7, during the ceremony.

The University of Windsor held an Olympic send off ceremony for 3 of their alumni on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Runners Melissa Bishop (L) and Noelle Montcalm are shown with fans Jasmine Benoit, 9, and Sienna Benoit, 7, during the ceremony.

A University of Windsor civil and environmental engineering class presented designs for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to a panel of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority engineers on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in Windsor, ON. Students from left, Jeremy Kacprzak, Rania Toufeili, Jeeric Penales and Chris Sweetingham pose with their model during the event.

A University of Windsor civil and environmental engineering class presented designs for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to a panel of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority engineers on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in Windsor, ON. Students from left, Jeremy Kacprzak, Rania Toufeili, Jeeric Penales and Chris Sweetingham pose with their model during the event.

A University of Windsor civil and environmental engineering class presented designs for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to a panel of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority engineers on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in Windsor, ON. Shown is what reporter Dan Taekema will identify as the K'Necting countries model.

A University of Windsor civil and environmental engineering class presented designs for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to a panel of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority engineers on Tuesday, July 26, 2016 in Windsor, ON. Shown is what reporter Dan Taekema will identify as the K’Necting countries model.

Leamington farmer David Epp is shown on his farm on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. He is concerned about proposed new regulations that will prevent growers from collectively bargaining tomato processors.

Leamington farmer David Epp is shown on his farm on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. He is concerned about proposed new regulations that will prevent growers from collectively bargaining tomato processors.

Leamington farmer David Epp is shown on his farm on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. He is concerned about proposed new regulations that will prevent growers from collectively bargaining tomato processors.

Leamington farmer David Epp is shown on his farm on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. He is concerned about proposed new regulations that will prevent growers from collectively bargaining tomato processors.

Green beans are seen in the foreground as Kathryn Sullivan, Ontario Chamber of Commerce Policy Analyst , Matt Marchand, president of the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce, and John Landschoot, Plant Operations Manager at Bonduelle Foods- Tecumseh take a tour of the Bonduelle Foods plant in Tecumseh, Ont. July 26, 2016.

Green beans are seen in the foreground as Kathryn Sullivan, Ontario Chamber of Commerce Policy Analyst , Matt Marchand, president of the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce, and John Landschoot, Plant Operations Manager at Bonduelle Foods- Tecumseh take a tour of the Bonduelle Foods plant in Tecumseh, Ont. July 26, 2016.

Windsor West pitcher Austin Emond delivers a pitch to an Orleans batter during the Ontario Little League semifinal at Central Park in Windsor, Ontario on July 26, 2016.

Windsor West pitcher Austin Emond delivers a pitch to an Orleans batter during the Ontario Little League semifinal at Central Park in Windsor, Ontario on July 26, 2016.

Windsor West pitcher Austin Emond throws to first base during the Ontario Little League semifinal at Central Park in Windsor, Ontario on July 26, 2016.

Windsor West pitcher Austin Emond throws to first base during the Ontario Little League semifinal at Central Park in Windsor, Ontario on July 26, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: July 27, 2016

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Crushing heat was no problem on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, for James Walsh, 4, who was cooling down at the Sandpoint Beach with his family.

Crushing heat was no problem on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, for James Walsh, 4, who was cooling down at the Sandpoint Beach with his family.

Gina Facca, general manager of Imagine Cinemas, shows off the multi-screen Barco Escape system at Lakeshore Cinemas on July 27, 2016.

Gina Facca, general manager of Imagine Cinemas, shows off the multi-screen Barco Escape system at Lakeshore Cinemas on July 27, 2016.

The new Barco Escape triple-screen system which offers audiences a panoramic viewing experience is shown on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Lakeshore Cinemas. The system is being used for showings of Star Trek Beyond.

The new Barco Escape triple-screen system which offers audiences a panoramic viewing experience is shown on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at the Lakeshore Cinemas. The system is being used for showings of Star Trek Beyond.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

A Windsor firefighter cools down at the scene of a fire at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

A Windsor firefighter cools down at the scene of a fire at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor firefighters battle a blaze at the Staples store in the 7100 block of Tecumseh Rd E on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Windsor West second baseman Colin Haskell catches the ball as an East Nepean baserunner slides in safely during the  Junior League Ontario Championships at Central Park in Windsor, Ont., on July 27, 2016. The East Nepean Eagles defeated Windsor West 4-1.

Windsor West second baseman Colin Haskell catches the ball as an East Nepean baserunner slides in safely during the Junior League Ontario Championships at Central Park in Windsor, Ont., on July 27, 2016. The East Nepean Eagles defeated Windsor West 4-1.

The East Nepean Eagles celebrate after winning the Junior League Ontario Championships against Windsor West on July 27, 2016.

The East Nepean Eagles celebrate after winning the Junior League Ontario Championships against Windsor West on July 27, 2016.


Windsor in Pictures: July 28, 2016

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

A heavy equipment operator levels the land on Thursday, July 28, 2016, where Abars used to stand at the corner of Riverside Drive East and Lauzon Road. The decades old landmark was demolished. The property is owned by American billionaire businessman Matty Moroun.

A heavy equipment operator levels the land on Thursday, July 28, 2016, where Abars used to stand at the corner of Riverside Drive East and Lauzon Road. The decades old landmark was demolished. The property is owned by American billionaire businessman Matty Moroun.

Rev. Robert Couture leaves the Superior Court in Windsor on Thursday, July 28, 2016 after sentencing submissions where heard on his theft conviction.

Rev. Robert Couture leaves the Superior Court in Windsor on Thursday, July 28, 2016 after sentencing submissions where heard on his theft conviction.

Kobbler Jay showing his poise in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Kobbler Jay showing his poise in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Kobbler Jay shows his box tricks with the help of passerby Elizabeth Thibert, 6, on July 28, 2016.

Kobbler Jay shows his box tricks with the help of passerby Elizabeth Thibert, 6, on July 28, 2016.

Kobbler Jay's knife-juggling skills turn some heads in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Kobbler Jay’s knife-juggling skills turn some heads in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Professional busker Kobbler Jay (Jason Henderson) demonstrates the skills of his trade. Photographed in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Professional busker Kobbler Jay (Jason Henderson) demonstrates the skills of his trade. Photographed in downtown Windsor on July 28, 2016.

Windsor, Ontario. July 28, 2016 - Kobbler Jay, left, is assisted by Elizabeth Thibert, 6, during a brief performance on Ouellette Avenue July 28, 2016 to promote the Walkerville Buskers Festival event 12-14 of August.

Windsor, Ontario. July 28, 2016 – Kobbler Jay, left, is assisted by Elizabeth Thibert, 6, during a brief performance on Ouellette Avenue July 28, 2016 to promote the Walkerville Buskers Festival event 12-14 of August.

CUPE Local 2974 leader Lori Wighman, left, is comforted by Unifor and CAW leader Ken Lewenza Sr. during a solidarity rally and food drive at the Fairview Street office of Essex County Library July 28, 2016.

CUPE Local 2974 leader Lori Wighman, left, is comforted by Unifor and CAW leader Ken Lewenza Sr. during a solidarity rally and food drive at the Fairview Street office of Essex County Library July 28, 2016.

Former CAW president Ken Lewenza turned out for a rally and food drive for striking Essex County library workers on July 28, 2016. (Nick Brancaccio/Windsor Star)

Former CAW president Ken Lewenza turned out for a rally and food drive for striking Essex County library workers on July 28, 2016.

The UWSA's executive group hold bottles of paint promoting the Life in Color paint party at the Coming Home Music Festival 2016. From left: Vuk Zubic, Daniel Popaj, Moussa Hamadani, and Matthew Dunlop.

The UWSA’s executive group hold bottles of paint promoting the Life in Color paint party at the Coming Home Music Festival 2016. From left: Vuk Zubic, Daniel Popaj, Moussa Hamadani, and Matthew Dunlop.

Kathy Molenaar, owner of Victoria's Flowers and Gifts, stands in front of her store at 212 Erie St. W. on Thursday, July 28, 2016. Molenaar says a plague of crime in the area has forced her to move her business.

Kathy Molenaar, owner of Victoria’s Flowers and Gifts, stands in front of her store at 212 Erie St. W. on Thursday, July 28, 2016. Molenaar says a plague of crime in the area has forced her to move her business.

Kathy Molenaar stands in front of her store, Victoria's Flowers and Gifts, at 212 Erie St. W. on July 28, 2016.

Kathy Molenaar stands in front of her store, Victoria’s Flowers and Gifts, at 212 Erie St. W. on July 28, 2016.

Bill Untch, a senior citizen living at the Ouellette Manor gets a hand with his barbecue lunch on Thursday, July 28, 2016, from Amanda LaFrance of the Community University Partnership organization.

Bill Untch, a senior citizen living at the Ouellette Manor gets a hand with his barbecue lunch on Thursday, July 28, 2016, from Amanda LaFrance of the Community University Partnership organization.

Lorraine Goddard, chief executive officer of the United Way Windsor-Essex County speaks on Thursday, July 28, 2016, at the Ouellette Manor.

Lorraine Goddard, chief executive officer of the United Way Windsor-Essex County speaks on Thursday, July 28, 2016, at the Ouellette Manor.

 James McCarte, 59, who lives at the Ouellette Manor gets a hand with his barbecue lunch on Thursday, July 28, 2016, from Amanda LaFrance of the Community University Partnership organization.

James McCarte, 59, who lives at the Ouellette Manor gets a hand with his barbecue lunch on Thursday, July 28, 2016, from Amanda LaFrance of the Community University Partnership organization.

A heavy equipment operator levels the land on Thursday, July 28, 2016, where Abars used to stand at the corner of Riverside Drive and Lauzon Road. The decades old landmark was demolished. The property is owned by American billionaire businessman Matty Moroun.

A heavy equipment operator levels the land on Thursday, July 28, 2016, where Abars used to stand at the corner of Riverside Drive and Lauzon Road. The decades old landmark was demolished. The property is owned by American billionaire businessman Matty Moroun.

Windsor in Pictures: July 29, 2016

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Members of OPSEU local 162 hold an information picket rally in front of the LCBO store at the Roundhouse Centre on Howard Avenue on July 29, 2016. They are concerned about the privatization of liquor sales in the province.

Members of OPSEU local 162 hold an information picket rally in front of the LCBO store at the Roundhouse Centre on Howard Avenue on July 29, 2016. They are concerned about the privatization of liquor sales in the province.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Beatles tribute band Rain performs at the Colosseum at Caesars Windsor on July 29, 2016.

Joel Pierce of the Tecumseh Thunder delivers a pitch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Joel Pierce of the Tecumseh Thunder delivers a pitch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Tecumseh Thunder's Jeff Watkin, left, slides safely into third base as Milton's Chris Pittaway makes the catch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Tecumseh Thunder’s Jeff Watkin, left, slides safely into third base as Milton’s Chris Pittaway makes the catch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Tecumseh Thunder infielder Eric Cunningham makes a sliding catch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Tecumseh Thunder infielder Eric Cunningham makes a sliding catch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Joel Pierce of the Tecumseh Thunder delivers a pitch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Joel Pierce of the Tecumseh Thunder delivers a pitch during the Ontario Senior Elimination Tournament against Milton on July 29, 2016 at the Lacasse Park.

Brian Dickie holds a pink katydid found in his Amherstburg backyard on July 28, 2016.  (JASON KRYK/Windsor Star)

Brian Dickie holds a pink katydid found in his Amherstburg backyard on July 28, 2016. (JASON KRYK/Windsor Star)

Three-year-old Alice Dickie takes a peek at a rare pink katydid found in her family's Amherstburg yard on July 28, 2016. (JASON KRYK/WINDSOR STAR)

Three-year-old Alice Dickie takes a peek at a rare pink katydid found in her family’s Amherstburg yard on July 28, 2016. (JASON KRYK/WINDSOR STAR)

Bernie Ladenthin, front, stands in front of other County Road 34 residents Annie Ladenthin,  from left, John Chovan, Brad Bloomfield,  Gary Pozzo and Lynne Brunini on July 29, 2016. The group gathered to discuss their concerns with to Agriculture Technology Inc. burning greenhouse pepper plants that were infected with bugs.

Bernie Ladenthin, front, stands in front of other County Road 34 residents Annie Ladenthin, from left, John Chovan, Brad Bloomfield, Gary Pozzo and Lynne Brunini on July 29, 2016. The group gathered to discuss their concerns with to Agriculture Technology Inc. burning greenhouse pepper plants that were infected with bugs.

Mike Attridge, left, and Brandon Goodfellow sit on their Harley-Davidsons at Seacliff Park during Hogs for Hospice on July 29, 2016.

Mike Attridge, left, and Brandon Goodfellow sit on their Harley-Davidsons at Seacliff Park during Hogs for Hospice on July 29, 2016.

A paramedic assists an injured pedestrian after three people were struck by a car on Notre Dame Street in Belle River on July 29, 2016.

A paramedic assists an injured pedestrian after three people were struck by a car on Notre Dame Street in Belle River on July 29, 2016.

Staff Sgt. David Kigar, of the Windsor Police traffic division, is shown on July 29, 2016 speaking to the media.

Staff Sgt. David Kigar, of the Windsor Police traffic division, is shown on July 29, 2016 speaking to the media.

WINDSOR, ON. JULY 29, 2016.  Mike Bondy, a professional motorcycle riding instructor is shown on Friday, July 29, 2016, leaves a media conference at the Windsor Police downtown headquarters. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Trevor Wilhelm)

WINDSOR, ON. JULY 29, 2016. Mike Bondy, a professional motorcycle riding instructor is shown on Friday, July 29, 2016, leaves a media conference at the Windsor Police downtown headquarters. (DAN JANISSE/The Windsor Star) (For story by Trevor Wilhelm)

Mike Bondy, a St. Clair College motorcycle riding instructor, is shown on July 29, 2016.

Mike Bondy, a St. Clair College motorcycle riding instructor, is shown on July 29, 2016.

Mike Bondy, a St. Clair College motorcycle riding instructor, is shown on July 29, 2016 at Windsor Police headquarters.

Mike Bondy, a St. Clair College motorcycle riding instructor, is shown on July 29, 2016 at Windsor Police headquarters.

Windsor Weekend in Pictures: July 30 to Aug. 1, 2016

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Windsor Star’s award-winning photographer Dax Melmer had you covered this holiday weekend. Check out the gallery.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Dancers with the Joyas de Mexico Dance Troupe perform at Fiesta Latina on Maiden Lane in downtown Windsor, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Motorcyclists take part in biker games at the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally outside the Roma Club in Leamington, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Allen Muir, the son of the late John Muir, speaks as an artist's illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station is unveiled, Sunday, July 31, 2016.  The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Allen Muir, the son of the late John Muir, speaks as an artist’s illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station is unveiled, Sunday, July 31, 2016. The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Mayor Drew Dilkens speaks as an artist's illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station is unveiled, Sunday, July 31, 2016.  The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Mayor Drew Dilkens speaks as an artist’s illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station is unveiled, Sunday, July 31, 2016. The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

An Ontario Heritage Act plaque is pictured on the wall of the former Sandwich fire hall during an unveiling of an artist's illustration of a new library branch to be built in the former fire station, Sunday, July 31, 2016.  The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

An Ontario Heritage Act plaque is pictured on the wall of the former Sandwich fire hall during an unveiling of an artist’s illustration of a new library branch to be built in the former fire station, Sunday, July 31, 2016. The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Carol Muir, widow to the late John Muir, left, and mayor Drew Dilkens unveil an artist's illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station, Sunday, July 31, 2016.  The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Carol Muir, widow to the late John Muir, left, and mayor Drew Dilkens unveil an artist’s illustration of a new library branch to be built in the old Sandwich fire station, Sunday, July 31, 2016. The branch will be dedicated in honour of the late John Muir.

Two people presumed to be occupants on the boat when a woman went missing, console each other at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Two people presumed to be occupants on the boat when a woman went missing, console each other at Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

OPP officers work out of Colchester Harbour Marina after a woman went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of the marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

OPP officers work out of Colchester Harbour Marina after a woman went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of the marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

A rescue helicopter searches for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

A rescue helicopter searches for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

An OPP helicopter lifts off from the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, while recovery efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour.

An OPP helicopter lifts off from the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, while recovery efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour.

Emergency personnel are on scene at Colchester Harbour after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Emergency personnel are on scene at Colchester Harbour after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Emergency services search for a person who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Emergency services search for a person who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

OPP officers hold a meeting next to an OPP helicopter at the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, July 31, 2016, as recovery efforts continue after a woman went missing in Lake Erie.

OPP officers hold a meeting next to an OPP helicopter at the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, July 31, 2016, as recovery efforts continue after a woman went missing in Lake Erie.

Ann OPP officer is pictured at Colchester Harbour after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Ann OPP officer is pictured at Colchester Harbour after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

An OPP helicopter sits at the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, while search efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

An OPP helicopter sits at the end of the Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, while search efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

The OPP vessel, Chris D. Lewis, leaves Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, August 1, 2016, while search efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

The OPP vessel, Chris D. Lewis, leaves Colchester Harbour Marina, Monday, August 1, 2016, while search efforts continue for a woman who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

A man on a personal watercraft searches the water after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

A man on a personal watercraft searches the water after a person went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Emergency services search for a person who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Emergency services search for a person who went missing in Lake Erie approximately 2 km east of Colchester Harbour, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Tristan Vanasse, 8, has fun while trying archery during Fort Malden's Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Tristan Vanasse, 8, has fun while trying archery during Fort Malden’s Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Andrew Cormier, from Moncton, N.B., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

Andrew Cormier, from Moncton, N.B., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

Andrew Cormier, from Moncton, N.B., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

Andrew Cormier, from Moncton, N.B., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

Cameron Warren, 14, from Lethbridge, Alta., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Cameron Warren, 14, from Lethbridge, Alta., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Cameron Warren, 14, from Lethbridge, Alta., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Cameron Warren, 14, from Lethbridge, Alta., competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Windsor's Tim Price competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

Windsor’s Tim Price competes in the Canadian National 3D Archery Championships at Malden Park, Monday, Aug. 1, 2016.

A man casts his line while fishing off the pier at the Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

A man casts his line while fishing off the pier at the Colchester Harbour Marina, Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Historical interpreters dressed in uniforms from the War of 1812 rest on a hill during Fort Malden's Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Historical interpreters dressed in uniforms from the War of 1812 rest on a hill during Fort Malden’s Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Ethan Jallim, 9, enjoys trying on a historical military uniform during Fort Malden's Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Ethan Jallim, 9, enjoys trying on a historical military uniform during Fort Malden’s Military Heritage Days, Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Vacant commercial property on Ouellette Avenue is shown on Aug. 1, 2016.

Vacant commercial property on Ouellette Avenue is shown on Aug. 1, 2016.

Tecumseh's Chris Horvath pitches against the Niagara Metros during the Ontario senior baseball elimination tournament at Cullen Field on Aug. 1, 2016.

Tecumseh’s Chris Horvath pitches against the Niagara Metros during the Ontario senior baseball elimination tournament at Cullen Field on Aug. 1, 2016.

Tecumseh's Matt Sykes throws to first base after getting the force out of Niagara's Anthony Valla at second during the Ontario Senior Elimination baseball tournament at Cullen Field, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Tecumseh’s Matt Sykes throws to first base after getting the force out of Niagara’s Anthony Valla at second during the Ontario Senior Elimination baseball tournament at Cullen Field, Monday, August 1, 2016.

Windsor in Pictures: Aug. 2, 2016

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

University of Windsor track star Corey Bellemore talks Tuesday, August 2, 2016 about setting a new beer mile world record in England.

University of Windsor track star Corey Bellemore talks Tuesday, August 2, 2016 about setting a new beer mile world record in England.

University of Windsor track star Corey Bellemore talks Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016 about setting a new beer mile world record in England.

University of Windsor track star Corey Bellemore talks Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016 about setting a new beer mile world record in England.

Bob Cecile, left, and Dakota MacDonald, right, would like the city to add more time to cross the street at Lauzon Parkway at Hawthorne Street on Aug. 2, 2016.

Bob Cecile, left, and Dakota MacDonald, right, would like the city to add more time to cross the street at Lauzon Parkway at Hawthorne Street on Aug. 2, 2016.

Pedestrian Bob Cecile wants more time to cross seven lanes of road at Lauzon Parkway at Hawthorne Street, seen here on Aug. 2, 2016.

Pedestrian Bob Cecile wants more time to cross seven lanes of road at Lauzon Parkway at Hawthorne Street, seen here on Aug. 2, 2016.

Recovering stem cell transplant patient Dan Thomas, right, with Dr. Sindu Kanjeekal at Windsor Regional Hospital's Cancer Centre on Aug. 2, 2016.

Recovering stem cell transplant patient Dan Thomas, right, with Dr. Sindu Kanjeekal at Windsor Regional Hospital’s Cancer Centre on Aug. 2, 2016.

Don Christopher, vice-president of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association, stands next to the Lancaster Bomber. The city voted Aug. 2, 2016 to spend $50,000 a year for 10 years on the prized wartime possession.

Don Christopher, vice-president of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association, stands next to the Lancaster Bomber. The city voted Aug. 2, 2016 to spend $50,000 a year for 10 years on the prized wartime possession.

Don Christopher,  vice president of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association, looks through a section of the lancaster bomber during the restoration project in Windsor on Aug. 2, 2016.

Don Christopher, vice president of the Canadian Historical Aircraft Association, looks through a section of the lancaster bomber during the restoration project in Windsor on Aug. 2, 2016.

West-end resident Caroline Taylor speaks to city council about development fee issues on Tuesday, Aug 2, 2016 at Windsor City Hall.

West-end resident Caroline Taylor speaks to city council about development fee issues on Tuesday, Aug 2, 2016 at Windsor City Hall.

A Vice News production crew interviews Mike Provost at his home in Windsor on Tuesday Aug. 2, 2016 as part of a production about the Windsor Hum.

A Vice News production crew interviews Mike Provost at his home in Windsor on Tuesday Aug. 2, 2016 as part of a production about the Windsor Hum.

Windsor in Pictures: Aug. 3, 2016

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

An excavator takes down walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

An excavator takes down walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

Heavy equipment is used to demolish walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

Heavy equipment is used to demolish walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

Heavy equipment is used to demolish walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

Heavy equipment is used to demolish walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

A compact track loader clears debris at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

A compact track loader clears debris at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

An excavator takes down walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

An excavator takes down walls at the former Target location in the Devonshire Mall on Aug. 3, 2016.

Ben Klundert, past president of the Greater Windsor Home Builders' Association, says he will now consider developing property in the city core, given that council waived development fees. He is shown on Ouellette Avenue on Aug. 3, 2016.

Ben Klundert, past president of the Greater Windsor Home Builders’ Association, says he will now consider developing property in the city core, given that council waived development fees. He is shown on Ouellette Avenue on Aug. 3, 2016.

Joe McParland welcomes a large crowd to Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall Aug. 3, 2016.

Joe McParland welcomes a large crowd to Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall Aug. 3, 2016.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, left, and David Lenz, president of Windsor-Essex Pride Fest, prepare to raise the flag during a ceremony at Windsor City Hall August 3, 2016.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, left, and David Lenz, president of Windsor-Essex Pride Fest, prepare to raise the flag during a ceremony at Windsor City Hall August 3, 2016.

Dana Istl, left, and Ayley Wells, who have been dating for one year, embrace near City Hall at the end of Pride Week flag raising ceremony August 3, 2016.

Dana Istl, left, and Ayley Wells, who have been dating for one year, embrace near City Hall at the end of Pride Week flag raising ceremony August 3, 2016.

Theresa Sims, of Can-Am Friendship Centre, performs a ceremonial blessing at Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016.

Theresa Sims, of Can-Am Friendship Centre, performs a ceremonial blessing at Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016.

Dana Istl, left, and Ayley Wells, who have been dating for one year, embrace near City Hall at the end of Pride Week flag raising ceremony August 3, 2016.

Dana Istl, left, and Ayley Wells, who have been dating for one year, embrace near City Hall at the end of Pride Week flag raising ceremony August 3, 2016.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens embraces Joe McParland after Dilkens addressed a large crowd at Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016.

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens embraces Joe McParland after Dilkens addressed a large crowd at Pride Week flag-raising ceremony at Windsor City Hall on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2016.

Sarah Fox, centre, ergonomist and wellness specialist for the City of Windsor, leads about two dozen walkers in Walking Wednesday Kilometre Club at Charles Clark Square on Wednesday Aug. 3, 2016.

Sarah Fox, centre, ergonomist and wellness specialist for the City of Windsor, leads about two dozen walkers in Walking Wednesday Kilometre Club at Charles Clark Square on Wednesday Aug. 3, 2016.

A tube rider wipes out near the Sandpoint Beach in Windsor on Aug 3, 2016. It was another sweltering hot day in the region.

A tube rider wipes out near the Sandpoint Beach in Windsor on Aug 3, 2016. It was another sweltering hot day in the region.

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