Volunteers help serve the free community dinner at Encounter Church in Amherstburg. The meals are served every Thursday at 5 p.m. and are open to the public. The meals are presented in partnership with Feeding Windsor-Essex. Those in need of food, companionship or both are once again able to get a free weekly meal at a local church. Encounter Church is now offering the free dinner every Thursday at 5 p.m., with its first week having been Jan. 15. The meals are offered in part

Jesse Heaton assists Casey Wilton at air rifle during the Jan. 21 turkey shoot at the AMA Sportsmen’s Association. The annual “turkey shoot” at the AMA Sportsmen’s Association was once again a hit with children, youth and adults. The event was held recently at the club with people of all ages picking up an air rifle, being given guidance from an instructor and trying to score points on a grid superimposed on a drawing of a turkey on a paper target. Ken Tytgat, who is the club

A County of Essex snowplow is seen on Sandwich St. S. the morning of Jan. 25. Extreme cold is affecting Windsor-Essex. The Windsor Police Service reminds residents to be mindful and take the precautions during the cold weather. Police listed several tips on its social media last week. •Travel carefully: Roads may be icy. Slow down, leave extra space, and drive with caution. •Check on vulnerable neighbours: Seniors, children, and those with medical conditions may be at risk.