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By Ben ForrestTimes-AdvocATe sTAff


VARNA – Municipality of Bluewater council appeared to settle its dispute over committee and board membership April 11, approving a revised list of appointments.

The approved list is similar to one previously suggested by Bluewater Mayor Bill Dowson but had a few major revisions, including:

• A merger of the Bluewater Landfill and Environment committees;

• Appointing all members of council to a Bluewater Facility Committee; and

• Appointing all members of council to the Bluewater (Lakeshore) Sewage Collection System Committee.

All of council will also sit on the Landfill and Environment Committee with ad hoc commit-tees potentially created by council based on priorities.

Council may also create ad hoc committees within the facilities and sewage collection com-mittees, based on priorities.

Dowson had previously recommended that four of Bluewater’s 10 councillors sit on the landfill committee, the environment committee and the collection system committee.

All of council will sit on Bluewater ’s Economic Development Committee (EDC), fol-lowing Dowson’s previous recommendation.

Council also voted April 11 to appoint Hay West Coun. John Gillespie chairperson of the

EDC, with Bayfield Coun. Geordie Palmer as vice-chairperson.

The vote also approved Councillor-at-Large Tyler Hessel to the Bluewater Recreation Committee.

Council passed Dowson’s recommendations for 13 other boards and committees without changes.

As previously reported, the mayor of Bluewater makes recommendations for board and committee membership, but council must approve the recommendations for them to come into effect.

Council was unable to reach a consensus before April 11, despite attempts to approve the recommendations in whole or in part.

At the March 21 regular council meeting, a motion to approve Dowson’s recommenda-tions for the Grand Bend and Area Sewage Treatment (GBAST) board failed in a 5-5 record-ed vote.

A motion at the same meeting to approve all of Dowson’s recommendations also failed 5-5.

At a March 31 special council meeting, four councillors walked out before a scheduled pre-sentation on the GBAST board, causing the meeting to be adjourned due to lack of quo-rum.

According to Dowson, some members of council wanted to sit on committees other than those he picked, while others sought more council representation on certain committees.

Dowson said in an interview April 14 he and Bluewater chief administrative officer Lori

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Celebrating success – Teams from the Lucan Minor Hockey system braved rain and cold weather Saturday for a “Parade of Champions” down Lucan’s Main Street. The parade featured Lucan’s various championship teams and finalists. In the above left picture, Bridgette Cocquyt, Martha Talbot and Tate Tindall of the Peewee ‘B’ Girls walk with their International Silver Stick championship banner. Above right: Jacob Amos and Trevor Williams of the In-ternational Silver Stick and Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) champion Lucan Atom AE team walk with a wagon full of trophies. Bottom right: outgoing Lucan Minor Hockey Association president Cathy Burghardt-Jesson stands with Craig Irwin of the Lucan and Area District Lions Club and Township of Lucan Biddulph facilities manager Ken Need-ham, holding a banner honouring the Novice Girls team. The Novice Girls were winners of the Fight for the Pink Challenge cancer fundraiser, gathering $1,300 for the Breast Cancer Society of Canada. Also participating in the parade were the Novice Boys,Atom Girls Rep, Atom LM Boys, Atom A Rep and Midget Girls. (photos/Ben Forrest)

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MISSISSAUGA – The South Huron Bantam 'B' girls hockey team won all but two games en route to a silver medal at the recent Ontario Women's Hockey Association (OWHA) provincial tournament in Mississauga.

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Silver medalists – The South Huron Bantam ‘B’ girls hockey team is pictured here with the silver medals and banner they earned at the recent Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) provincial tournament in the Greater Toronto Area. Shown (back row, from left): Sandy Taylor, Gerard Regier, Paul Overholt, Megan Glavin, Heather Godkin, Sydney Kaumanns, Nicole Hamather, Nicole Kaumanns, Nicole Pfaff and Dave Erb. Kneeling (from left) are: Emily Wells, Megan Dalrymple, Emma Prout, Courtney Erb and Lauryn Overholt. Laying on the ice is Nicole Regier. (photo/submitted)

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Hospital decision disappointing

I am disappointed and saddened by the decision to close the outpa-tient physiotherapy department at South Huron Hospital. It is a valu-able department in the hospital and is needed and widely used by the community.

Not everyone is covered by insurance to get physio treatments at the private clinics in Exeter. Some people cannot afford the gas for a different hospital in the area, and would be on their waiting list. Back to “square one” again.

I know I have benefited im-mensely from the physio treat-ments at South Huron Hospital’s physio department. I will continue to need physio treatments as I am booked for an arthroscope on my knee the end of May. It is impor-tant for our health to continue with physio on a consistent basis.

This is too valuable a depart-ment to close. Let us continue to be able to call this “The Little Hospital that Does.”

Sue WilSonExeter

Services are needed

It has come to my attention that a service to outpatients will come to a close by the end of June.

Physiotherapy to outpatients will stop. The physiotherapist currently working will go on leave. When doing this, outpatient therapy will be phased out.

This, because funds are not available, and it is also not a mon-

eymaker. Since when has people’s therapy and well being become an issue in service to patients?

Maybe if people cannot afford treatments perhaps they should be banned from the hospital.

Politicians, hospital hierarchy, and those who give must reinstate measures to avoid SHH (South Huron Hospital) from taking away what is needed.

Tom BaTeS, CentraliaBrenda Turner, Exeter

Physiotherapy is an important service

The community that built South Huron Hospital is being pushed to the curb!

Plaques that hang prominently in hospital hallways show just how much the community has given to the hospital, making the hospital what it is today. These plaques are proudly titled

“Angels Among Us,” “Accom-plished With Community Spirit,” “Building Fund Subscribers” and are proudly displayed for the public to see. The names con-tained on the plaques are long-time and prominent businesses and family names plus many others from the area. All involved helped anyway they could for the betterment of our community.

Volunteers from the hospital auxilliary donate their time to continually raise money, run the hospital auxiliary. By operating a gift shop in the hospital, and holding an annual auction and rummage sale in the spring and fall they bring in approximately $20,000 annually to the hospital.

Community involvement has always been overwhelming when the hospital has needed help, but now the hospital wants to take away from the same peo-ple who have generously donated to help make the hospital a very intricate part of the community.

With only two full-time employees the outpatient physiotherapy clinic has over 6,000 visits per year. This number alone shows how much the outpatient physiotherapy is needed. It would be different if no one used the clinic. The physiotherapy depart-ment is an important part of the rehabilitation process available at South Huron Hospital. The outpatient clinic keeps health care costs down. By keeping people out of the hospital this allows our health care dollars go much further. So every-one benefits. The cost of keeping a patient in the hospital is 100 per cent more than allowing these patients to recu-perate at home and have access to the outpatient clinic. There are private physiotherapy clinics in Exeter.

Seventy-five per cent of pa-tients involved with the outpa-tient clinic are seniors on a fixed income, who do not have benefits to help pay for physiotherapy at the private clinics! If you are lucky enough to have benefits through your employer, you can

get an average of five to six visits covered. This doesn’t amount to much in the rehabilitation pro-cess. If a person has to remain in

the hospital to get sufficient physiotherapy the bed shortage will become more critical than it already is, applying more pressure on our health care system.

The outpatient program may not be a moneymaker but realistically it saves health care dollars.

By allowing patients to receive extensive physio-therapy, they will again be able to participate in the community in a productive manner.

The hospital didn’t do any research or look at any other solutions to keep the outpatient clinic operating on some level. It was just easier to close the outpa-tient clinic. The announce-ment of the closure seemed to be almost concealed on page seven crammed in beside a full-page ad.

Shouldn’t it have been front-page news?

Do we want parts of our health care system available only to people who can afford to buy it?

Joan morley

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Bluewater Area Family Health Team is pleased to contribute regular health-related articles for the community. For the Month of April our medical column will focus on immunizations... what’s new?

What’s new in immunizations:Pneumonia vaccination (Pneumovax) is not “new”. However, the emergence of Pneumonia strains that are resistant to a wide variety of antibiotics has made it more important than ever to prevent Pneumococ-cal infection in the first place. Pneumococcal infection can cause more then pneumonia. It can also cause blood stream infection (sepsis) and meningitis. Ensur-ing that those who can benefit most from vaccination is a key strategy for healthcare in Ontario. Those who benefit from pneumovaxare: Anyone over age 65, those from age 19-64 with a chronic disease such as asthma, COPD, heart failure or diabetes. Also, it is highly recommended that anyone who is a smoker receive the vaccine as well as anyone with cancer or chronic kidney disease or alcoholism. Anyone who has had their spleen removed must have a pneumovax. A booster vaccine is recommended once in 5 years for most individuals. While the so called “pneumonia shot” does not prevent all pneumonias it has been demonstrated to be very effective in preventing the severe com-plications of pneumococcal infection. Babies and small children in Ontario are automatically vaccinated with a pneumococcal vaccine. The newest version of this is called Prevnar-13. This has led to remarkable reduction in cases of childhood meningitis and sepsis. The aim now is to reach adults who may reap the same benefits from vaccination.

Dr Lori TeepLe MD CCFp (eM) FCFpAssociate Professor of Medicine , University of Western Ontario

Staff Physician Bluewater Family Health Team (Zurich/Dashwood)

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Sounds of spring – South Huron District High School (SHDHS) held its annual Cabaret concerts Saturday and Sunday, with all school bands scheduled to perform. The SHDHS concert series raises money to help maintain and purchase instruments and sheet music, defray costs associated with local, national and International travel, and help students and families who are in need be fully in-volved with the music program, according to teacher Isaac Moore. Pictured above during the cabaret are clarinetists Annie McBride and Shireen Karim, and trumpet player Chandler Heathcote. (photos/Karen Morrison)

ATM theftEXETER – Sometime between 7

and 9 p.m. on April 16, unknown suspects removed the ATM ma-chine from South Huron District High School while a concert was going on at the other end of the school.

The ATM had been bolted to the ground and would have been loaded into a vehicle for transpor-tation. It is currently unknown how much money was inside the machine.

Any person with information regarding this incident should contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 524-8314.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

First grandson for Joe and Willi LaurieJoan Beierling

Varna correspondent

VARNA – Canoe rally held last weekend in Stanley Township was a success with 54 canoes showing up after that sudden and quick hail storm. Winners of the poker hands were first

Chris Taylor, second Jason Wood and third was Brad Masse. Thanks to all the participants and all whom arranged the rally.

The Varna crokinole club ended its season of crokinole with a dinner in Clinton last Tuesday evening. The crokinole club will resume in October.

A team of four, Abe Leitch, Wayne Gingerich, Raymond and Jason Beierling represented Varna at the Schnider Hause in Kitchener on Saturday and placed second as a team. Congrats to them. Some members are also attending the World Crokinole Championship in Tavistock June 4 competing both in singles and dou-bles. Good luck to all. Anyone can reg-ister so plan to attend this big annual event.

Brucefield UCW is hosting its annual noon luncheon with euchre to follow Tues., May 3 at noon. Cost this year is $12 per person and this includes hot luncheon, cards and door prizes.

Church was in Goshen on Sunday. Maundy Thursday Service will be in Varna April 2l at 7:30 p.m. led by Colin Snyder. Communion will also be celebrated.

Good Friday Service will be in Brucefield church April 22 at 7:30 p.m. with Marybeth Wilson leading the ser-vice.

A turkey dinner will be held as a fundraiser for Camp Menesetung on April 30 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at North

Street United Church in Goderich. For tickets call Laura at 524-5163, Barb 523-4290 or Fred at 523-4932.

Mark your calendars for the Varna pork barbecue coming up June 15. Tickets are on sale so get yours. A planning meeting will be held May 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Varna church..

The Old Tyme Jamboree hosted by the Stan Lee Seniors was a huge suc-cess.

The Varna UCW met at the home of Joyce Dowson recently. Leader Deb Rathwell opened by thanking Joyce for opening up her home for a cozy meeting. Thank yous were read from Terri Louch and Sandra Turner. The Varna UCW will be catering to the officers banquet to be held April 15. Roll call for the night was about your Easter tradition both old or new. Some answers were Easter bonnets and new outfits, onion eggs, Easter egg hunts and scalloped potatoes and ham.

There will be a community bridal shower for Jennifer Keys (daughter of Steve and Linda) on May 4.

Camp cleanup day is May 7.Margaret Hayter and Joyce Dowson

had their devotion on Easter. Next Meeting will be May 5 at the church. Lunch and fellowship were enjoyed around Joyce's table. Thanks goes out to Joyce.

Congrats to Willi and Joe Laurie on the birth of their first grandson, born to their daughter Valerie and Mark.

Motorists bewareBLUEWATER – On April 17 at

approximately 3:45 a.m., a couple were driving north on Bluewater Highway in the Municipality of Bluewater when they saw a person lying in the southbound lane.

The couple stopped to check on the well being of the person, but when the husband approached the male, he jumped up and headed towards the husband, who was making a retreat back to his car.

The suspicious male tried to enter their car but the couple locked the doors and drove away northbound.

The suspicious male was last seen running northbound in an attempt to catch up to their car.

The male is described as being in his late 20s, wearing a grey coat, a red toque and carrying a backpack.

Anyone observing this male is advised not to stop, but to call 911 so police can attend.

Seatbelt campaignHURON COUNTY – Huron OPP

officers are reminding motorists of the legal obligation to wear a seatbelt.

As of April 18, more than 11,300 seatbelts have been checked in Huron County, with 97 charges laid against drivers and passengers.

In addition, Huron officers have checked 147 child restraints.

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Carmel SweeneyZurich correspondent

ZURICH – All the kids are to come out to the “Easter Egg-Stravagana” that will take place at the Zurich Complex on Sat., April 23 beginning at 10 a.m. There will be lots going on to keep everyone busy, such as the Easter egg hunt, egg decorating and colouring, face painting and a cake draw. Also prizes for the best decorated basket. (Bring a basket for find-ing the eggs.) The Lions Club are sponsoring this annual event and will be selling hot dogs and juice for $1.

The St. Boniface Knights of Columbus will hold their next “Progressive Euchre Card Par-ty” on Tues., April 26 at 7:30 p.m. in their par-ish hall downstairs.

St. Boniface CWL meeting was held April 19 with a good turnout.

Members are asked to bring stamps and eye glasses to church ready to take to the conven-tion coming up soon in London from April 25-27 at the LampLighter Inn. We will also take along luxury items to be given to unwed mothers such as hand cream, bubble bath and body lotion, they can be left at the back of the church.

Education week is coming in May and the Grade six to eight classes at St. Boniface School are busy getting ready for their musical play called “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor

Dream Coat.” The play will run May 4- 6 in the gym. Thanks again to the hard work of the directors Dianne Milller and Harriet Van-derBurgt as they have done so for the past 16 years.

The Zurich Golden Agers will be holding a Progressive Euchre

Mon., April 25 at 7 p.m.at Maple Woods. Ev-eryone welcome.

The children will be off school on Good Fri-day April 22 and Easter Monday April 25 and back to school Tues., April 26.

The woman of the Mennonite Church held their monthly “Quilting and Comforter Tying” and meeting on April 14 followed by devo-tions in the afternoon.

The next fair board meeting is going to be held at the complex Tues., April 26 at 7:30 pm. Plans are being made to hold a “Penny Sale” at the fair in July this year and members are asked to bring an item or two towards this project. Also any other donations would be appreciated.

The Zurich Public School will be holding a “Fun Fair” on May 5 during Education Week.

The Ladies Auxiliary meeting will be held at the Rest Home in Zurich Tues., May 3 be-ginning with a musical program with Harvey Smith and friends at 6:30 p.m.

A birthday party for 10 residents during the month of April was held at the Blue Water Rest Home on April 11 with entertainment by

a group from Goderich in the afternoon.Fri, April 15 was “Polka Dot Day” and the

residents (who were able) had an “Easter chocolate fundraiser working bee.” April 21 will be dying eggs for their Easter tea on the April 23.

Mon., April 18 was the last night for the la-dies bowling league of the season. The banquet supper and awards night will be on May 2.Personals

Welcome back Herb and Donna Klopp from Victoria Island B.C. and also Dot Hess from Florida.

Irene Clausius recently had a nice vacation in California with her daughter, Ruth and Andy Imanse.

Dave and Tracey Regier of RR#2 Zurich along with Shianne recently enjoyed spend-ing a week in Ireland. They visited their son, Stephen and friend Tara who have been living there since last September.

A 90th birthday party was held at the Maple Woods Apartments in honour of Jean Hewer Sun., April 10 with several friends and rela-tives attending.

An open house was held at the Mennonite Church on Sun., April 17 to help Keith and Helen Gingerich celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with several family members, friends and relatives attending. The actual date is on April 24.

Jerome and Carmel Sweeney of Zurich along with daughter Carrie Eybergen of Grand Bend and Marion Sweeney of Clinton travelled to Durham and Dornoch on Wednesday to at-tend the funeral of Patrick Sweeney.

A buck and doe was held for Joe DeBont and Caresse Bedard at the Bluewater Complex on April 16 with several friends and relatives attending. Joe is the son of Bert and Classina DeBont of RR#2 Zurich and Caresse is the daughter of Rick and Patty Bedard of Dash-wood. The wedding will take place in Septem-ber.

Happy 80th birthday wishes go out to Do-ris Hamilton. An Open House was held in her honour at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church fellow-ship hall on Sun., April 17 in the afternoon with good attendance.

Easter Egg-Stravagana April 23 at the Zurich complex

Seniors group says thank you to the HornesEXETER – 130 members of the Exeter Se-

niors enjoyed a delicious potluck dinner on Tues., April 12 at 6 p.m. at the Exeter Le-gion.

Singing of grace was lead by Stu MacLen-nan.

Lil MacLellan introduced to us Matthias Memmil, a Grade 11 student at South Huron High School, an honours student who is ac-tively involved with the student council and music council. Memmil is organist at Pre-cious Blood Church and is studying piano theory and harmony with Ann Spivey. He is a member of St. Mary’s Festival Youth Sing-ers and Exeter Community Choir. 2010 On-tario Provincial Championship at Kiwanis Music Festival for Grade 8 voices. He is also a member of South Huron Culture Commit-tee and on the council of the Bach Music Fes-tival of Canada.

Memmil played some jazz numbers and show tunes for us as well as some pieces he has composed. He also sang and played sev-eral other songs for our enjoyment includ-ing Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah.” He was thanked by Stu MacLellan and given a gift of appreciation.

Aldene Skinner read “The Easter Bunny Tragedy,” “All Flowers Speak a Language” and “Easter Is...”

President Gerald Dearing welcomed all and read “First Day of Spring,” followed by “O’ Canada” and “The Lord’s Prayer.”

Happy birthday was sung to Mary Horne, Ruth Insley and Grace Merner. Happy anni-versary was sung to Bill and Lee Thomas.

Minutes of the March meeting and the trea-surer’s report were given and approved.

No more euchramas are schedule before next fall.

June Hodgson and Olga Davis both thanked John and Mary Horne for their faithfulness over the years and all the work that they did for our branch. John and Mary are moving to London and will be greatly missed by the members, Olga wished them well in their new home.

Share the wealth - Shirley Kirk, Grace Merner, Murray Taylor, Cliff Leybourne, Bill Thomas.

Door prize winners - Marion Dougall, Olga Davis, Murray Taylor, Anne Cottel.

Gerald read, “Too Busy to Grow Old.”Wally Pfaff told about “The Little Boy and

The Preacher” and Gerald read about “The Retired Man Who Volunteered.”

Meeting closed with senior’s prayer. Next meeting Tues., May 3 at 6 p.m. at Ex-

eter Legion.

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Annual Easter egg hunt at Thames Road-Elimville Road ChurchRhoda Rohde

Thames Road coRRespondenT

THAMES ROAD – Rev. Judith Ritchie was in charge of Lent Six church service on Sunday morning. The choir sang "Make A Jubilant Noise" accompanied by a CD. Rev. Judith said words of welcome and everyone passed the peace.

Marilyn Pym lit the red candle for peace and Rev. Judith said a few words about Japan. Sharon Lynn gave a minute for council. Rev. Judith told the youth about a parade and everyone was wearing a palm branch.

The title of Rev. Judith's message was entitled "Faithful Opposition."

Murray and Beatrice Dawson

received the offering and Murray was the greeter.Announcements

April 22 - Good Friday service at Woodham United Church at 10:30 a.m.

April 24 - Easter Sunday starting with breakfast at 8:30 a.m. followed by church service at 10 a.m. If you would like to place a memorial lily for this service contact Sharon Passmore at 235-2708 by Thurs., April 21.

Annual Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday after worship. Children of the church (elementary school-age) are encouraged to stay and enjoy the fun. Beverages and sweets will be served.

May 3 - An eight-week facilitated

bereavement support group begin-ning on May 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. Spend time with others who are grieving the death of a loved one. Discuss practical ways to support yourself through your grief. For the Exeter location and to register for this free program please contact Kim Winbow at 519-235-2510 or [email protected]

Many people attended the open house for Lorraine Alexander's 80th birthday on Saturday afternoon at the Riverview Estates Clubhouse, Exeter. Happy birthday Lorraine.

Happy birthday wishes to Evelyn Johns (Elimville Line) and Evelyn Johns (Lucan) whose birthdays are April 20; to Hayden Cann whose

birthday is April 21; to Harvey Smith whose birthday is April 23 and happy birthday to Jack Borland whose birthday is April 24.

Harry and Tonya Busch and Kai of Stuttgari, Germany and Kim Riehl of Miami, Florida are visiting with their parents Gerry and Elda Riehl and other relatives.

Enjoy a home-cooked meal at Hensall Drop-InLiz Sangster

hensall coRRespondenT

HENSALL – The Hensall shuffleboard scores for April 12 are as follows: (four games) Alice Thiel 444, Cor DeCorte 420, Gord Ross 350, Grace Corbett 316, Merle McLellan 295. (three games) Catherine DeCorte 436, Joyce Pepper 356, Bill Coleman 315, Doris Muir 302, Harvey Norton 300, Anna Wouters 180. April 5 scores are as follows: (five games) Harry Pennings 323, (four games) Merle McLellan 465, Edna Deitz 354, Helen Gingrich 331, Don Vance 330, (three games) Bill Coleman 346, Lorraine Alexander 313, Ann Wouters 311.

At Hensall United Church the Palm Sunday service began with welcome and announcements and the passing of the peace. Pastor Brian McGuffin was the minister, with music by Lisa McGuffin. Service concluded with benediction and postlude. The next council meeting will take place Tues., May 3.

Come out and join us for a home-cooked meal at the Hensall Drop-In on April 21 at Hensall United Church. Lunch will be served at noon. Following lunch we will be having musical entertainment by Wally DeWolfe. The cost of this meal is $9 per person. If required, transportation can be provided.

Mark your calendar for the upcoming activities in Hensall. On Mon., April 25 at 7 p.m. at the Hensall United Church, the Hensall Horticultural Society will be holding its monthly meeting. Vicki Lynn from Sunrise Garden centre will be doing a container gardening demonstration. Door prizes and refreshments will be served.

Sat., May 28 is Hensall's village-wide yard and garage sale day - are you ready? Firemen's breakfast and every street has a sale.

On Sat., June 10, the Hensall South Huron Agricultural Society will be holding a one-day fair. Activities include a parade, a horse demonstration, clowns, amusement activities, mini pedal tractor pull, 4-H achievement show, lawn tractor races, food booth and more. Stay tuned for future updates.

A Kirkton tradition – The Kirkton-Woodham Optimists held their 30th annual all-you-can eat fish fry Sunday at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre. The event is the Optimists’ major fundraiser, held in the name of “Being Friends to Youth.” Nearly 1,000 people were served at the event. In the above left picture, club past president Brian Bearss and club member Dennis Richardson are seen cooking during inclement weather. In the above right picture, Milton Ulch enjoys his fish dinner. (photos/Karen Morrison)

Kirkton-Woodham Optimists hold 30th annual fish fry

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Wolfe met for five hours with a mediator April 8 on the committee issue.

Dowson said he then met with all members of council starting April 9.

All members of council were present for the April 11 vote, according to Bluewater deputy clerk Charlene Overholt.

Dowson said in an interview it feels good to have the matter finished, a sentiment Hessel echoed in a separate interview.

“I think all of us wanted it to move ahead,” Hessel said.

Dowson said there are positives and negatives to hav-ing all of council sit on some committees, adding: “Which one out-runs it, I don’t know.”

He suggested it will be expensive, saying if someone wants to talk with consulting firm B.M. Ross about a landfill, “we have to call a full council meeting.”

Dowson claimed it will also be time-consuming but said, “it’s workable. But it’s not always as productive as it could be, and very expensive.”

Hessel had previously spoken in favour of having all of council sit on the landfill, economic development, environment and library committees, but said April 14 he argued those committee meetings would be held during a council meeting.

“What I was looking for is that those issues be brought forward to all of council at a council meeting, even though we might call it a committee before the meet-ing,” he said.

“So we’ll have a meeting at six o’clock, but that meet-ing will continue on through, right through into council.

“So there will be no extra cost incurred, but we’ll all be informed of all the major issues as well.”

Dowson said what he’s “gathering from the hand-shakes of the public, they’re really pleased with the way they ended up.”

He said the matter cost Bluewater a lot of money, because the mediator “did not come and spend five hours with (Wolfe) and I for nothing.”

Asked if he’s concerned of council’s ability to work together in the future, Hessel said he looks at politics a bit like a hockey game.

“I look at each issue as an independent hockey game, and that hockey game you work hard to fight for what you believe is right, and at the end, when it’s all done and that issue’s gone and passed, I’m willing to shake that hand ...

“In a hockey case you go and chat to the players and you say, ‘Good game, good game’ and you don’t worry about it, and you move on.”

List of committee memberships The remaining committee and board appointments

approved April 11 are as follows: • Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority board of

directors - Zurich Ward Coun. Janisse Zimmerman• Bluewater Heritage Committee: Palmer;• Bluewater Recycling Association – Stanley West

Coun. George Irvin;• Dashwood Athletic Field - Hay East Coun. John

Becker;• Dashwood Community Centre - Becker;• Farm and Home Safety Association - Becker;• Lake Huron Regional Water Supply Board - Dowson

(primary), Deputy Mayor Paul Klopp (alternate);• Marina Operators Committee - Stanley East Coun.

David Roy and Dowson;• Mid-Huron Landfill Committee - Hessel (primary),

Dowson (alternate);• Tile Drain Inspector - Hay Ward: Klopp. Stanley

Ward: Roy;• GBAST board - Dowson, Klopp and Irvin;• Bluewater Blooms - Hensall Coun. Kay Wise;• Hay Township Hall - Zimmerman.

Bluewater committee membership approved

By Scott NixonTimes-AdvocATe sTAff

EXETER — In seven previous Relay for Life events at South Huron District High School, over $300,000 has been raised for the Canadian Cancer Society.

And with the school's eighth annu-al 12-hour relay scheduled for June 10-11, participants will be adding to that figure.

SHDHS teacher Tracy McLennan said last year’s Relay for Life at the school raised $38,000 and the all time high a few years ago was $55,000. She and members of the school's Relay for Life committee were on hand at the school April 13 for the annual launch of the Relay for Life campaign during a morning assem-bly.

Relay for Life is a 12-hour over-night event that sees teams of about 10 walk around the school's track to raise money for cancer. Teams are asked to have at least one member walking the track at all times during the event. Things kick off June 10 with a survivors' lap at 7 p.m., while starting at 10 p.m., luminaries will be lit to illuminate the track all night. There will also be games, movies and live bands during the night.

Last week's assembly included a speech by 18 year old Pie Simmons of London, a friend of SHDHS stu-dent Mandy Eveland. Pie spoke of her 16-year-old sister Steph, who has undergone surgeries, radiation and chemotherapy to combat a brain tumour. Steph was first diagnosed with her tumour at the age of nine and her first surgery lasted 22 hours, Pie said, adding that her sister was on life support for 16 days after the surgery and couldn't breathe on her own.

Pie described the impact Steph's illness has had on her family and how the Children's Hospital in London became like a second home for them. In 2008, Steph's tumour came back for a third time and no one in Canada would operate on it because it was on her brain stem. Steph found a surgeon in New York City to perform the surgery and while she is now in remission, she is left with serious health concerns.

Steph's family has been doing a lot of volunteering, organizing events

and taking part in Relays for Life. Pie also spoke of the Gold Ribbon Campaign, an effort to have Canada Post create a commemorative stamp featuring the gold ribbon used to promote childhood cancer. So far 20,000 people have petitioned Canada Post. Petitions can be found

at www.goldribboncamp-aign.org

Pie said she's hoping to see the cure rates increase for children with cancer and she thanked SHDHS for their efforts.

Speaking of the $300,000 the Relay for Life at SHDHS has raised so far, McLennan called it “an amazing accomplishment and you should all be

proud of this.”McLennan later told the Times-

Advocate that while the school orga-nizes the Relay for Life, it is a com-munity event and she would like to see more community teams involved in Relay this year.

The deadline for registration is May 27. Call the school at 235-0880 and ask for McLennan for more information or e-mail her at [email protected]

SHDHS launches annual Relay for Life cancer fundraiser

Relay for Life — South Huron District High School held an as-sembly last week to launch its annual Relay for Life cancer fund-raiser. This year’s Relay for Life event is June 10-11. Pictured second from left is Steph Simmons, 16, who was first diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of nine. Her sister Pie, third from left, spoke on her behalf at last week’s assembly. Also pictured are Pie’s boyfriend, Tyler Stratton, far left, and SHDHS student Mandy Eveland, far right, a friend of the Simmons family. (photo/Scott Nixon)

By Gord WhiteheadspeciAl To The Times-AdvocATe

L A M B T O N S H O R E S — Agreeing with their chief adminis-trator that 're-investment' in emer-gency vehicle and road reserve programs will arm them with per-suasive justification for a tax rate increase, members of Lambton Shores council took the plunge at their final budget building session last week.

Their task now is to defend an unofficial 1.92 per cent tax rate increase for 2011, one year after the previous council reduced the rate by an almost identical percentage and two months after declaring a target of matching last year's rate.

Council on April 12 passed motions to commit levied taxes to add $62,500 to the fire departments' vehicle and equipment reserve fund and $50,000 to bolster road reconstruction projects. Also approved were two-year phased-in increases in building service and planning application fees which treasurer Janet Ferguson estimated would add about $10,000 to the revenue side of this year's ledger.

Chief administrative officer John Byrne said the management team had met the previous week to fur-

ther examine the budget. “We've kind of run out of options.

We are very lean,” he told the April 12 session.

Treasurer Ferguson later told the Times-Advocate the estimated 1.92 per cent tax rate increase would boost the Lambton Shores portion of a residential tax bill to $495.02 for each $100,000 of assessed prop-erty value, an increase of $9.34 from last year.

However, assessment of the 'average' home (or cottage) in this municipality has risen from $193,000 in 2010 to $203,500 this year in keeping with an annual phase-in increase being imple-mented by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC).

There are two other components to the overall tax bill for each prop-erty. The council of the County of Lambton has approved a budget that results in a 4.52 per cent tax rate decrease, a figure achieved on the basis that assessed value of properties increased by that per-centage this year. A ratepayer's county tax will rise only if his or her assessment rose by more than 4.52 per cent.

The third component is the edu-

Lambton Shores tax rate hike near two per cent

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EXETER – Last year there were many wheat fields “from here to Timbuktu” with yellow spots in them, according to Brucefield-based crop consultant Mervyn Erb.

“It was perplexing to me, and so I got involved in lots of these fields,” Erb said in a recent presentation at the Huron Perth Ag Services Spring Information Session in Exeter.

“They were on customers of mine’s fields and (those of) other guys, and so I was traipsing around out there trying to figure out what was wrong.”

Soil and tissue tests showed low sulfur levels in some fields according to Erb, who noted crops need sulfur but don’t get it in large quantities from rain or fertilizer.

He suggested later in his presenta-tion if the situation repeats itself and there are lots of yellow spots in wheat fields with sulfur as the issue, there may be a perpetual sulfur deficiency problem.

Erb spoke for about 40 minutes at

the information session, which was aimed at helping farmers prepare for the 2011 growing season.

The meeting also featured presenta-tions from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and various agriculture-related com-panies.

Erb’s presentation focused mainly on wheat, offering various tips for a successful growing season.

Citing researcher André Comeau, Erb said for viruses, root diseases and micronutrient problems, farmers can see a 10 per cent yield loss with near-zero symptoms.

Erb said when farmers see the first symptoms, the loss is at least 20 per cent, and when there are clear symp-toms in one third of the plants, the loss is at least 30 per cent.

“It should matter to us all, because we all tend to think about, ‘If I can’t see it, it’s fine.’ Or ‘if it’s a little bit it’s okay,’” Erb said.

“Well what he’s saying here is, a lit-

tle bit is too much. A little bit is way

too much. It takes a lot of money out of the field, a lot of profit.”

Erb said farmers are only getting 10-15 lbs of sulfur from rain, while they used to get 40-60 lbs.

He said farmers are also not apply-ing sulfur-containing fertilizer and later said a plant has to consume at least one part sulfur for every 15 parts of nitrogen it consumes.

Erb noted the County of Huron recently completed a feasibility study on creating vineyards near Lake Huron, completing various tests.

Later in his presentation, Erb cited a survey of 60 soil laboratories in North America, saying: “All I can say is, you guys aren’t alone. The famers in Michigan and Iowa and Nebraska and the Dakotas and Ohio, they’re all with you.”

Erb also spoke about how to get higher wheat yields, saying row width is part of the answer.

“The best row widths for wheat are around three and a half to five inch-es,” he said. “There is five per cent more yield by doing that.”

Erb said maybe the biggest thing farmers should be looking at is their seeding rate.

“Maybe we can’t do much about our row width, but maybe we should look at seeding rate harder than we do,” he said.

Erb also encouraged farmers to pay attention to their seed size, adding as time goes on, they’ll have to plant heavier.

“Once you get past Thanksgiving, you’ve got to have on more seeds,” he said.

Erb also spoke about the importance of planting depth, saying the longer it takes for a plant to come up, the less yield there is.

He said an inch might be the perfect seeding depth for wheat, but it’s almost unattainable.

“There’s no way you can set your drill for an inch … So you’ve got to set it for something better and deeper to consistently get them in the ground, and probably an inch and a half is where it has to be,” he added.

Meeting aims to prepare farmers for growing season

Ag meeting – Brucefield-based crop consultant Mervyn Erb speaks at the recent Huron Perth Ag Services Spring Infor-mation Session in Exeter. Erb’s presentation focused mainly on wheat. (photo/Ben Forrest)


EXETER – Carolanne Doig wears many hats, one of them being owner of Seaforth Rain Gear, a company that manufactures rain protection products for some of the biggest names in golf.

According to the company website, the majority of players on the PGA, LPGA, Champions and Nationwide tours use Seaforth Rain Gear products.

Still, about a year ago Doig told a group of potential investors – stars of the reality TV show “Dragons’ Den” – she had more faith in the products than in herself.

She turned to the investors for a boost, seeking $100,000 in exchange for 40 per cent of the company.

Doig walked out with a verbal agreement to sell the entire company for twice as much, and though she said April 8 the deal wasn’t finished, she described her time with the show as a great experience.

“It’s been fun,” she said. Doig was the featured speaker at the South Huron

Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting, held April 5 at the Exeter Legion.

She spoke about her experience with “Dragons’ Den,” a popular CBC show in which entrepreneurs pitch ideas to a small group of business moguls.

Doig applied for the show online and went to an audition in Kingston last year – the last audition of the year, she said.

After pitching her idea to the show’s producers, she was invited to a taping of the show in Toronto last May.

Doig said she was assigned a producer, who corre-

sponded with her ahead of the taping and asked ques-tions about her pitch.

The taping itself lasted about 45 minutes according to Doig, though the portion that aired was much shorter.

Though all the investors turned down her offer for 40 per cent of the company, Arlene Dickinson – owner of a renowned marketing communications firm – offered $200,000 for the entire company.

The offer also included a five per cent royalty on all products sold in the next five years, contingent on whether Dickinson’s contacts in the golf industry tell her they can get distribution.

Doig took the offer, but said in an interview the deal isn’t done.

“I have talked to a couple of people who have told me it takes up to a year and a half for it all to go,” she said. “It’s been 11 months, so it could be another half a year.”

Doig said it was a shock for the offer to be given, but it was the royalty deal that appealed to her.

“I knew even if I sold (the company), I would have some income coming in for five years,” she said. “So that was a good thing.”

Doig is also co-owner of the Seaforth Golf Club and co-organizer of the Seaforth Country Classic, a tourna-ment that contributes to the The Gateway Rural Health Research Institute.

Donations for both the golf tournament and the research institute were accepted at the April 5 chamber of commerce meeting.

Doig survives “Dragons’ Den,” speaks to South Huron chamber

Fore score – Carolanne Doig, owner of Seaforth Rain Gear and co-owner of the Seaforth Golf Club, is pictured here during a recent speech at the South Huron Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting in Exeter. Doig spoke about her experience with the CBC reality TV show “Dragons’ Den.” (photo/Ben Forrest)

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Contact ben at [email protected] or by phone 519-235-1336 ext. 114

Making music – Exeter United Church hosted a “Friends of Music” concert April 10, allowing members of the community to perform various musical numbers. Pic-tured (above left) singing “Edelweiss” from “The Sound of Music” is Hayley Hoffman. In the above right picture, Noah Chapman plays the traditional song “Greensleeves” on guitar. (photos/Ben Forrest)

Big community fundraiser — As reported on this week’s front page, last week’s 22nd annual Ausable Bayfield Conservation Dinner is expected to have raised more than $50,000, a record haul for the event, sponsored by the Exeter Li-ons and the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation. The evening featured the an-nual dinner, guest speaker Terry O’Rourke, featured artist Catherine Weber, live and silent auctions and raffles. The event raises money for accessible trails, conservation area improvements, education, commemorative woods, stocking the reservoir with fish for the annual fishing derby, and other projects. Above is South Huron District High School student Raina Vingerhoeds who designed the pictured tree crafted by the school’s manufacturing technology and woodworking classes. The tree will be used for a ‘Woodland Reflection Shelter’ at Morrison Dam. Below left, Lions Tom Hartai, left, and Dan Turkheim carry around Weber’s featured artwork, “Morrison Trail.” Below right, Bob Heywood helps out with the auction. (photos/Scott Nixon)

Conservation Dinner another success

EXETER – Two impaired driving sentences were handed down and one peace bond was entered into during a brief session of Exeter court April 14.

Chad Hackett, 21, of Exeter, pleaded guilty to one count of impaired driving and one count of operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device.

The charges against Hackett stemmed from an arrest on New Year's Eve last year, accord-ing to evidence presented in court.

Hackett received a 30-day jail sentence for the impaired driving charge, which will be served intermittently on weekends.

He also received a $250 fine and a two-year driving prohibition for the ignition interlock charge.

Hackett was also given a probation order

that will last as long as he is serving his jail sentence.

One count of over 80 mg and one count of having open liquor in a vehicle were withdrawn.

Kent Nicholson, 24, of Dashwood, pleaded guilty to one count of impaired driving stemming from an arrest in February this year.Nicholson received a $1,000 fine and

a 12-month driving prohibition that could be reduced to three months if he takes part in an ignition interlock program.

One count of over 80 mg was withdrawn. Lorne Brown, 27, of Huron Park, entered

into a $500 peace bond related to one count of uttering a threat

The charge was withdrawn as a result of the peace bond, which includes a no-contact clause.

Impaired driving sentences

EXETER COURT

Seatbelt law anniversaryAURORA — It’s been 35 years since seat

belt laws came into effect in Ontario in 1976 and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are as committed as ever to seatbelt compliance as they launch the 2011 Spring Seatbelt Cam-paign.

The province-wide campaign runs April 13 -23 and during that time, the OPP will step up enforcement throughout the province to ensure motorists and passengers buckle up.

Using a seatbelt is the single most effective way to reduce the chance of injury or death in a motor vehicle collision. Yet fatalities and injuries relating to seat belt use have contin-ued to occur over the past 35 years.

In 2010 on OPP patrolled roadways, 89 people lost their lives in collisions in which lack of seatbelt use was a causal factor and 4,200 people were injured for the same rea-

son.So far in 2011, seven people have died in

collisions in which lack of seatbelt use was a causal factor and 855 have been seriously injured.

The OPP will focus their efforts on child re-straints during this campaign to raise aware-ness about the need to properly restrain chil-dren in a vehicle. A properly used child seat reduces a child’s risk of injury in a crash by as much as 75 per cent, yet many child car seats are incorrectly used or improperly in-stalled.

When used correctly, a booster seat pro-vides 60 per cent more protection than a seatbelt alone. In a collision, children us-ing seatbelts instead of booster seats are three and a half times more likely to suf-fer significant injury, and four times more likely to suffer head injury.

EASTER IN THE PARK LIONESS EGG HUNT - Sat-urday, April 23, 11 a.m. Morrison Dam Conservation Area, Exeter. $2 per child 12 and under. Open to all children 12 & under. Must be accompanied by an adult, all children must be pre-registered at Unusual Finds Dollar Store (Exeter) or the ABCA Admin. Cen-tre 519-235-2610 by April 21 at 6 p.m. Draw for 3 bikes-Must be present to WIN! For info Call Cathy at 519-235-1409 (14-16*)EXETER LIONS 27TH ANNUAL TROUT FISHING DERBY - to be held Sat. May 7th, 2011 from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Location: Morrison Dam Reservoir. Reg-istration fee $1.00 for 16 years and under, $2.00 for 17 years and over. Personal flotation devices required. TUESDAY MORNING LADIES GOLF - The Exeter Tuesday Morning Ladies League registration is on Tuesday, May 3 at 10:00 a.m. with general meeting at 11:00 a.m. at the Exeter Golf Club. For more informa-tion contact Pam Dickerson 519-227-1809. (16*)

EXETER UNITED CHURCH SMORGASBORD LUNCHEON - Thursday, May 5 from 11:30a.m. -1:30 p.m. Advanced Tickets only. Adults $11, Children $5. Take-outs $12. Tickets available at the church or from UCW Members or call Helen 519-235-1973 or June 519-235-2194.

OUTERS CLUB REUNION - Junior and Senior Outer’s Club Reunion of South Huron District High School, Late 1960’s to 1970’s and on. June 4, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. Pot Luck Supper at 4:30 p.m. Pinery Provincial Park. Plan ahead to attend! Spread the word! Contact Mary Margaret Thompson for more info. 519-294-6547 (16*)

AUTHOR JOAN BARFOOT - Meet one of Cana-da’s most popular authors, Joan Barfoot, on Thurs-day, April 28 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Exeter Library. Free tickets available at the branch. Gail Bowen will not be able to attend. (15-17x)

BRENNER - Evelyne (Sweitzer). Peacefully, at the Exeter Villa, on Saturday, January 22, 2011 with her loved ones at her side, went to be with her Lord, formerly of Grand Bend in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Glendon John Brenner (1983). Dear mother of Bill and Marlene Brenner of Grand Bend, Brenda and Jim Hennessey of Exeter and Gary and Rue Brenner of Grand Bend. Beloved grandmother of 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Dear sister-in-law of Madeline Sweitzer of Exeter. Predeceased by her brothers Wray and Sam Sweitzer and sister Ida Sc-holes, step-sister Virginia Clark and cousins Edith Barr and Louise Moore. Evelyne and Glen owned and operated Brenner’s Red Gables in Grand Bend for over 40 years. A private graveside service will be held at the Grand Bend Cemetery on Saturday, April 23rd. Cremation. The family invites anyone who wishes to celebrate Evelyne’s life to join them at 17 Orchard Road, Grand Bend on Saturday, April 23rd at 12 p.m.(noon) for lunch and refreshments. Donations to the South Huron Hospital Founda-tion would be appreciated by the family. Haskett Funeral Home, Exeter (519-235-1220) entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com. (16)

DAWE - Peacefully, at Bluewater Health, Sarnia, Tuesday, April 12, 2011, Ronald Archie Dawe, of Trillium Villa Nursing Home, Sarnia, formerly of Huron Park, age 80. Beloved husband of the late Laura May (Nordstrom) Dawe (1997). Loved father of Wayne and Ann Dawe of Davidson, MI and step-father of Allan and Laura Sawyer of Flint, MI, Laura and John Wearing of Courtright. Loved by his grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Norm and Ruth Dawe of Bayfield, Winnie Dawe of Dorchester, Pat Dawe of Huron Park, Al-bert Nordstrom of Camrose, AB and Elsie Davies of Port Franks. Remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families. Predeceased by brothers George, Doug and Ken Dawe. At Ron’s request, his body has been donated to the Depart-ment of Anatomy, University of Westen Ontario, London. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 498, Grand Bend on Saturday, April 30, 2011, from 1 to 3 p.m. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dash-wood entrusted with arrangements. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com (16)

JACKMAN - Wilma Dorothy (Dinnin) Jackman passed away peacefully at Maitland Manor, Goder-ich, Ontario on Tuesday, April 12, 2011, in her 86th year. Predeceased by her husband Ernest E. Jack-man (2000). Dear sister of Audrey (Dinnin) Munn, sister-in-law of Lois Dinnin and Joy Dinnin Shore. Remembered by her many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by her sister Laura (Din-nin) Barr and brothers Albert, Harry, Arthur and Victor Dinnin. Wilma was born near Cromarty, Perth Coun-ty. She was the editor of the Clinton News Record for a number of years and published the Grand Bend Holiday in the 1960’s. She spent much of her later life in Florida, indulging in her passion for painting and for world travel with Ernie. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service to celebrate Wilma’s life will be held on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Zurich. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or charity of choice would be gratefully acknowledged and appreci-ated by the family. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood entrusted with arrangements. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com

RAMSDEN - Peacefully at Toronto East Gen-eral Hospital, Sunday, April 10, 2011, Melville John Ramsden of Toronto, age 82. Mel was born in Toron-to, son of Drusilla (Blenkhorn) and John Ramsden. Beloved husband of Elaine Isabelle (Gill) Ramsden who he wed in the Grand Bend United Church on May 1, 1954. Devoted father to Sharon Ramsden and her husband Paul Murdoch of Toronto, Dr. John Ramsden and his wife Kim of Vancouver, Dr. Dale Ramsden and his wife Wendi of Chappel Hill, NC. Loving grandfather of Calindy, Jocelyn and Blake Ramsden, Madeline and Norah Ramsden. Dear brother -in-law of Keith and Carol Gill of Grand Bend, Marian and Jim Reith of Ilderton and Nancy Gill of Lawrence, KS. Remembered by his nieces, neph-ews and their families. Predeceased by his sister Es-therbella (Ayer) Ramsden and brother-in-law Brian Gill. Mel was a Senior Engineering Technologist with the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of Ontario until his retirement in 1983. Cremation. Memorial visitation was held at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dahwood, Thursday, April 14, 2011, followed by a Service of Remembrance. The Rev. Harry Disher officiated. If desired, memorial do-nations to the Parkinson Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences at www.hoffmanfuneralhome.com (16)

BAKER - In loving memory of Janet Baker, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who passed away on April 20th, 2010

Sadly missed along life’s way,Quietly remembered every day,No longer in our life to share,

But in our heartsShe is always there.

Lovingly remembered and dearly missed by Paul, Brenda, Lynda and families. (16*)

BAKER - In loving memory of Janet Baker, a lov-ing sister-in-law and aunt who passed away one year ago April 20,2010.

Never more than a thought away,Quietly remembered every day.

Olive Thomson and family. (16*)

POSTILL - LYNCH - In loving memory of our pre-cious daughter, sister and aunt. Kim, called home April 26, 2004.

Beyond the sunset,O glad reunion,

With our dear loved ones,Who’ve gone before,In that fair homeland

We’ll know no parting,Beyond the sunset forever more

Ever loved and missed so much Mum and Dad, Jesse and Tracy, Matthew, Jackie and Shannon.

Caven Presbyterian ChurCh

- Celebrating 150 years -68 Main Street South 519-235-2784

Good Friday Service - April 22 - 10 a.m.Sunday, April 24, 2011

10:30 a.m. Worship ServiceChildren’s program Roots & Wings. Age baby to 10 yrs.

Minister Dorothy Hendersonsermon: the Joy of easter

exeter bible fellowshiP187 huron St. W.

For info call 519-229-6572Good Friday Service - 10:30 a.m.

sPeaker: JaCk CorrellSpecial Music

Worship Service Sun., April 24 ~ 9:30 a.m.11 a.m. Family Bible Hour

~ Everyone Welcome ~sPeaker: John bennett of the faith missionThurs. Evening Bible Study ~ 7:30 p.m.

exeter Christian reformed ChurCh

332 huron St. W. 519-235-2990 Pastor Harry FrielinkSunday, April 24, 2011

10 a.m. Morning WorshipChildren’s Ministry ages 3-9

during morning service; 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service. Youth Director: Ben Vanstraten

Everyone WelcomeSunday Radio CJCS 1240 8:30 a.m.

& CKNX 920 10:30 a.m.

exeter united ChurCh Corner of JaMeS & andreW St.

rev. Paul roSS and June haWtinaPr. 22 - 10 a.m. Good friday serviCe

sun., aPr. 24 -7 a.m. sunrise serviCe-morrison dam

9:30 a.m. easter eGG hunt at ChurCh10:30 a.m. easter worshiP serviCe

may 1 - 10:30 CamPinG sundaymay 8 - baPtism

everyone welCome Courtesy Car bob Coates 519-235-2787

nursery (aGe 3 & under) suPervision Provided every sunday durinG worshiP.

Office: 519-235-0860 Fax: 519-235-0861 [email protected]

www.exeterunitedchurch.ca

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NEW BABY

Isaac, Rachel and Big Brother Austin are proud

to announce the birth of Owen AlexAnder JAques. Born January 22, 2011 at St.

Joseph’s Hospital. Proud Grandparents are

John and Marie Jaques and Ron and Louise Amerongen.

Welcome

campbell/rolphNathan and Mandy are

thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter

Brooke Kathleenborn March 10, 2011 weight 6 lbs. 13 ozs.

Proud grandparents are Jim and Sue Rolph, Exeter and Jeff and Debbie Campbell,

Brantford.

PINERY ANTIQUE FLEA MARKET - 2nd Annual Yard Sale Day on Open-ing Sunday May 1st. Have your Yard Sale Here! Over 3000 customers.YARD SALE - INDOORS - Appli-ances, furniture, air conditioner, ga-zebos, garden shed, patio stones, outdoor furniture. 154 Columbia Drive, Huron Park. Saturday, April 23, 10:00 a.m.

The family of the late Willie Overholt wishes to acknowledge with deep ap-

preciation the many generous expressions of love, kindness and support shown to

us during this time of bereavement. Your thoughtful gestures and words were not only comfort but a source of strength for

the entire family. Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair and said a

prayer; perhaps you sent beautiful flowers, if so we saw them there. Perhaps you

embraced us or spoke kind words your presence helped to lighten our burden. Perhaps you generously brought food as only friends could do. Perhaps you were

not there at all just thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console

the heart we thank you so much, whatever the part.

Huge thanks to Vicki and Randy who graciously opened and shared their home

so that the family could be together. Words cannot express our heartfelt

gratitude to the thoughtful group of friends that had dinner ready for us on Sunday. A very special thank you to

Father Graham Keep for his visits, for his spiritual guidance and for the memorable funeral Mass he officiated. Thank you to the choir, altar boys, Eucharist ministers, readers, pallbearers, flower bearers and

offertory bearers who participated in Wil-lie’s celebration of life that truly honoured him. We extend our sincere gratitude to the staff at J.M. McBeath Funeral Home

for their personal support and profes-sional direction. Thank you for the many charitable donations and Mass cards. We acknowledge the many years of wonderful care that Willie received from Dr. C. Wal-lace and Maggie Visscher and the tender loving care from the nurses, doctors and all staff at South Huron Hospital. Thank you to the St. Boniface CWL Ladies for preparing and serving the delicious lun-

cheon following the Mass. Also thank you to the Knights of Columbus members for standing guard and for praying the rosary in Willie’s honour. We are truly grateful

for your friendship and support and your generousity will be remembered always. Warmest Regards Martha and family

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The Twins are 85!Doris Jeffery of Staffa and Ross Kercher

of Hensall will be 85 on April 25th, 2011

Best wishes and love from older sister Margaret (87) & Jim, Judy & Gord, Ruth & Stephen, Bill & Cathy

and grandchildren Janessa & Zachary Chambers, Jacob, Alex, Jordan & Joseph May, Stephen & Sam Jeffery.

Alanna and Steve Hosking

along with Nancy and Lorne Read are pleased to announce

the engagement of their childrenBrookeandMark

STAG AND DOE ~ Sat., April 30Lucan Community CentreWEDDING ~ Sat., July 23Bear Creek Country Club

Forthcoming Marriage

Happy Birthday to our beautiful baby girlZoee Lucy VanBergen

who celebrated her 1st BirtHday

on april 18th!Love Always

Mommy, Daddy, and all of your family! xoxo

Happy 19th BirthdayMcLOVIN

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April 22, 2011Love Gordon, Erin,

Peter, Kathy, Matthew, Ryan, Lindsay,

Alexia Gladdy, Maryanne Statton

Bluewater-Zurich Skating Club would like to thank the following businesses

and community members for supporting the recent Futures 2011 Competition

Aunt Gussies Bob Dietrich Income Tax Bluewater Windows & DoorsBrian’s Service Centre Cobble Design Inc. Coldwell BankerEllison Travel Essence of Harmony Spa Exeter Skating ClubFloor Designs Grand Bend Sanitation Hayter’s Turkey ProductsHuron Ag Services Honey Do Property Maintenance Huron Motor ProductsHuron Ridge Acres Huron Tractor Ilderton Skating ClubHansen’s Independent Grocers Jeffrey Bros. Ltd. Jerry Rader Homestyle CateringJim Scott Enterprises Lifetime Home Products Metzger’s Meats Microage Basics Mike and Terri’s No Frills Music for Young ChildrenNature’s Choice Parkhill Skating Club Premium Transportation Rising Stars, Goderich Royal LePage Realty Smiley’z Pizza SH Office Solutions Southwest Marine Services Tasty Nu Bakery Thiel’s Mercantile Tim Horton’s Exeter United Credit Union Westland Greenhouses

A special thank you to our community for all your support. Many local families volunteered their time throughout the weekend, donated food or sponsored ads in the competition booklet.

We would also like to thank the arena staff for ensuring smooth operations! Our skating club is very fortunate to be surrounded by such a caring community... THANK YOU!

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Lunch is served — The One Care Exeter Adult Day Centre Program held its second annual community lunch last week, serv-ing about 120 meals and raising $365 to support clients. Served last week at the Adult Day Centre downstairs in South Huron Hospital was barbecued beef on a bun, with tea, coffee and des-serts. Co-ordinator Tammy Antaya thanked the commu-nity, businesses and volunteers for making the event possible. Pictured at the community lunch last week are, seated from left, clients Sadie Parsons, Betty Taylor and Elizabeth Neeb, while in back from left are volunteers Brenda Hennessey, Joan Agnew and Antaya. The Exeter Adult Day Centre is in need of volun-teer drivers and anyone inter-ested is asked to call Tammy Antaya at 519-235-4600. (photo/Scott Nixon)

Thank youI would like to say a big thank you to our South Huron Hospital and Dr.

Ryan and nurses in the ER on April 11, 2011. Their

quick action and great care was second to none and

gratefully appreciated. Also, thank you to the doctors and nurses at University

Hospital - short stay. They are a terrrific team. We are very fortunate to have great hospitals and such charing

doctors and nurses. You are the BEST!Fred Mommersteeg

ZURICH LIONS - The Members of the Zurich Lions Club wish to extend a hearty THANK YOU to all the businesses and individuals who contrib-uted to our Silent Auction. A big thank you to all the people who came out to support the Fish Fry and Silent Auction. It was great to see so many people enjoy an evening of food, fellowship and fun. The evening was an overwhelming success! The proceeds will go toward the Zurich Lions Club projects in the community. (16)

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There were 24 ladies who attended the April meeting of the South Huron Hospital Auxiliary. After a warm welcome and the singing of “O’ Canada,” president Liz Bell opened with a reading called, “Glorious Easter.”

The minutes and the treasurer’s report were read and correspondence was brought to our attention.

All committee reports were given. Fourteen members plan to attend the spring conference in Holmesville.

Olga Davis spoke regarding revisions to the constitution and by-laws. The spring rummage sale is coming up, April 27 and 28. New volunteers are always welcome. The

auxiliary prayer was repeated.

A cup of coffee and cookies were followed by our guest speaker, Andrea Reis, dietitian at the hospital. With a hand out entitled “Look at the Label,” Andrea explained many of the nutrition facts printed on the labels. By carefully reading, we can make healthier food choices. She also answered many of our questions.

Cathy Cade thanked Andrea. The next meeting will be Tues., May 10 at 2 p.m.

FAYE 519-238-8048KAREN 519-235-0298

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If you are: Moving • Marrying Having a Baby • 50+ • Starting a Business

17th AnnualReally

Good Friday& 51st AnnualDave’s

birthdayFriday, April 22

Exeter Legion HallMatinee 1:00 - 6:00 pm

Live music by Main Street Jug Band Tribute, Oily Birds, Brand

Gnu Blues, The Average White-Squirrel Band

Admission $10 at doorNet proceeds to Exeter’s 2011 Terry Fox Run

April Knip & Stephen eilerS

Fri., April 229 pm to 1 am

South Huron Recreation Centre

Banquet Hall, ExeterTickets: $5 each

Late lunch provided

Bus leaving:Zurich Arena at 10:00 pm

Hensall Arena at 10:15 pm

Buck & DoePlease join us for our

Good Friday Serviceat Exeter Bible Chapel

187 Huron St.W. Exeter

Friday morning at 10:30 a.m.

jack Correll will be speakingspecial Music

“All have sinned... “ “The Soul that Sins shall surely die... Christ Jesus came into the

world to save sinners” “ Jesus is the resurrection and the life” “Believe on Him

and you will be saved” The Holy Bible

South Huron Hospital Auxiliary

At South Huron Rec Centre

Wed., April 275:30 - 9 pm

Thurs., April 289:30 am - 2 pm

THURSDAY - BUY 1 GET 1 FREECLOTHING ONLY

Auction Sale - Thurs., 10:30 Am

Townwide Pick UpWed., April 27 - 9 am

Open for drop off Tuesday eveningFor further information or to volunteer

please contact 519-229-6544 or 519-237-3445

Exeter Cemetery

Dave Atthill Operations ManagerMunicipality of South Huron

2011 Annual Flower Beds, must be paid for before May 1st, 2011, in

order to be planted in 2011. Any flower beds paid for after May 1st, 2011 will be planted in 2012.

No reminder letters will be sent out.

Sunday, May 1, 2011 at the MacNaughton Trail - ExeterRegistration 11:30 a.m. • BBQ by donation • Exeter Community Band 12 - 1 p.m.

ChildrEN’S aCTiviTiES | fun for the whole family | raiN or ShiNE www.hikeforhospice.com voN office 519-235-2510 [email protected] PlEdgE ShEETS availablE aT ThE SCoTiabaNk or voN offiCE Hospice Palliative Care helps to relieve suffering and improve the quality of living and dying.

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hike for hospice

100% of all funds raised in our community stay in our community

Saturday Night Special Prime Rib

Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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BRUNCH2 Sittings

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Kirkton Horticultural Society

Spring Show Tuesday, May 4, 7:15 p.m.Kirkton Community Centre

Speaker - Topic "Lilies"PLANT PREMIUM

at Meeting OnlySPRING MINI FLOWER SHOW

PLANT SALEEv e r y o n e W e l c o m e !

Kirkton United ChurchDrive-Thru

Pork Chop BBQ“Hot-to-Go Supper”

Smoked pork chop, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw, roll, dessert & beverage

Tuesday, May 4, 2010Pick up meal 4:30 to 6:45 p.m. at church

Tickets $13.00 (additional chop $3.50) All tickets must be purchased by May 2.

No at-door sales.Tickets available at: The Kirkton Market, Keith 519-229-6410, Vera 519-229-6661,

Pam 519-229-6931

BOTTLE DRIVE!SAVE YOUR EMPTIES! WE’RE COMING TO GET THEM!(Alcohol bottles, beer bottles & beer cAns)Supporting South Huron Minor Hockey

Sat., May 1 **bottles cAn be dropped off At the

sh rec centre from 10 A.m. - 2 p.m.** teAms will pick up - 8 A.m.-2 p.m.Are you A sAbre who wAnts to pArticipAte?

to register A teAm, e-mAil: [email protected]

huge sale saturday, May 1 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., household items, tools, furniture. Something for everyone. 20 Nelson St., Exeter.

have your yard sale at the pinery flea Market on sunday, May 2Over 3,000 people will see your treasures! Call for more information 519-238-8382.

Hansen’s Independent62 thames Rd. e., exeter

Cake Decorating for Mother's Day

Fri., May 7•7 - 8 pm$7 - all supplies included

Certified BaBysitting Course

Sat., June 5 •10am - 4 pmLunch included

Tie dye socks for faTher’s dayFri., June 18 •7 - 8 pm$7 - all supplies included

Please register at customer service 519-235--6131

Buck & Doe

Justin “Turkey” Hayter &

Sherri SkinnerFri., May 7

9 p.m. to 1 a.m.South huron rec centre

(Ice Surface)Rock Your Favourite

Band T-shirtMusic by DJ • Tickets $5

Age of Majority • Lunch Provided

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Features:

DJ Late Lunch

Age of Majority

May 1, 2010

South Huron Rec Centre, Exeter&Jason Wilds Tina Harris

9 p.m. Start time

May 1, 2010South Huron rec Centre, exeter

Features: • DJ• Late Lunch

• Age of Majority

Ecology Day Camp

Weekly Rates:$60 for one child

$80 for two children$100 for three children

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• Explore local parks and trails• Learn about wildlife, plants, and water systems

in your community• Practice your nature detective skills

for kids ages 5 to 12

August 23th - 27th • 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Extended care is available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

call for more details

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Annual cleanup — Members of Lucan Guiding and Scouting were out on Saturday morning picking up trash to help keep Lucan clean as part of the ‘Pitch-In’ program. The morning ended with lunch back at the Scout Guide Hall. Pictured in front from left are Saman-tha Kress, Wilson Kress, Gabrielle Sans, Nicole Fulford, Daniella Kress and Laura Burgess; in the second row from left are Amanda Jones, Rebecca Stephenson, Madison Van Kerkorle, Fiona Kress, Mallory Van Kerkorle and Felicity Van Kerkorle; in back from left are Caroline Lorch, Tameka Arnold, Lisa Coddington, Savanna Carter, Deb Fulford, Kevin Sans and Joanne Kress. (photo/Karen Morrison)

Keeping Lucan cleanLiz Sangster

Hensall Correspondent

HENSALL – The Hensall and C o m m u n i t y H o r t i c u l t u r a l Society's spring flower show will be held on May 1 at Hensall United Church. If you are inter-ested in entering please phone 519-262-2715 for more informa-tion.Service

At Hensall United Church, ser-vice began with welcome and announcements and the passing o f t h e p e a c e . P a s t o r B r i a n McGuffin was the minister. Music was provided by Lisa McGuffin. Service closed with benediction and choral amen. Shuffleboard scores

The Hensall shuffleboard scores for April 20 are as follows: Five games – Karl Regier 517, Gord Ross 453. Four games – Rose Regier 410. Three games – Cecil Pepper 521, Lorraine Alexander 408, Cor DeCorte 396, Edna Deitz 384, Ray Bennewies 356, Joe Van

Dorren 316, Grace Corbett 310, Betty Grenier 300, Rebecca Wilder 288.

Hensall spring flower show May 1

August 22nd - 27th • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Weekly Rates:$60 for one child

$90 for two children

Featuring our mouth watering prime rib special

Located 3 Miles NE of Grand Bendon Hwy #83 at Birch Bark Trailer Park

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GOOD FRIDAY 11am-9pmDon’t miss our famous perch special

EASTER SUNDAY 9am-2pmDelicious Breakfast Buffet only $9.99

Regular menu also available.

SATURDAY April 23 - 9am-9pmFeaturing our month watering prime rib special

Located 3 Miles NE of Grand Bendon Hwy #83 at Birch Bark Trailer Park

and Estates - 519-238-8256

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CALL EDDINGTON’S OF EXETER 519-235-3030or check out all 31 participating restaurants

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Hospital auxiliary report

HOME FOR SALE IN LISTOWEL - 2 storey, 3 bedroom 2,000 sq. ft. 2 years old backing on golf course. Visit www.comfree.com/228518 for further details. (11tfx)

CASH CROP LAND WANTED IN SOUTH HURON OR BLUEWATER MUNICIPALITIES - Willing to pay a fair rent. Please call 519-237-3416 or 519-237-3657. (6-17c)50 ACRES - Approximately 40 acres workable. Sys-tematically tiled. Ausable Line and Hurondale Road. Con 5 S Pt Lot 10, Municipality of Bluewater. Clos-ing bids by May 15. Call 519-808-5340 for details. (15;16)

1/2 ACRE COUNTRY LOT - 100’x200’ Bronson Line, south of Dashwood. $34,500. Build this spring. (519)235-3633. (22tfn)

BUYER BEWARE - Although the Exeter Times Advocate makes every attempt to ensure that our advertisers are upstanding organizations, we can-not guarantee the outcome of private transactions. We strongly advise that you use caution when con-sidering “business opportunities” and other private financial deals advertised in this publication. This newspaper is not responsible for losses that may occur as a result of private business transactions.

1 & 2 BEDROOOM APARTMENTS - from $550. Includes utilities & appliances. Close to school and playground. In Hensall. Call 519 262-2796 (6-17c)1 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN HENSALL - $475 / month (utilities included). Available immediately. Phone 519-262-3448 or 519-660-9258. (15-17*)2 LUXURY SENIOR APARTMENTS AVAILABLE - One country view in Clinton and one in Huroncroft in Exeter. Four appliances included. A must see. Call Don 519-235-1807 cell 519-636-5359 (15-17*)472 MAIN STREET, EXETER - Upper apartment.Hardwood Floors, Recently decorated. Call 519-237-3510. (48tfn)DASHWOOD - 1 AND 2 BEDROOM UNITS COM-PLETELY RENOVATED - Hardwood floors. Re-cently decorated. 156 MAIN ST. 519-237-3510.EXETER 1 BEDROOM - Ground Floor Apartment. Good location. $400 / month + hydro. 519-272-0042.EXETER 2 BEDROOM - apartment for rent. Fridge, stove, water, sewer included. $615 / month + hydro. 519-235-0349 (13tfn)EXETER- 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT - $600/month plus utilities. Call 519-235-4694. (44tfn)EXETER - ONE BEDROOM UPPER APARTMENT - Newly renovated, fridge/stove supplied, not suit-able for pets, references required. $510 plus hydro and a/c, first and last, water/sewer included. Call 519-235-3293. (23tfn)EXETER - TWO BEDROOM APT. - Quiet adult building, $605 monthly plus hydro. Water/sewer in-cluded. Not suitable for pets. References required, first/last. Call 519-235-3293. (35tfn)

GRAND BEND - Lake view. 1 bedroom main level. One year round unit for rent. Very clean and close to beach. Mature adults only. Non-smoking. No pets. Appliances, parking, heat incl. References required. $660 / mo. 519-225-2851. (11-16*)HENSALL - 2 bedroom apartment, $500/month heat included. 519-235-4694. (36tfn)HENSALL - 2 bedroom apartment - Appliances and heat included. Hydro extra. $470/month. Call 519-851-8088. (11-16c)HENSALL, QUEEN MARY APARTMENTS - 2 bed-room ground floor handicap accessable, includes wa-ter and sewer, $575. 519-280-9676 or 226-777-0847.LUCAN - 241 Butler St., 1 bedroom, all utilities paid, laundry. $555/month. 519-227-1285 or 519-681-4827.LUCAN - Large 1 bedroom ground floor apartment, 150 Alice St. Move to Lucan and get that small town feeling. Available May 1st. $400 plus utilities. Call 519-280-5579. (15;16*)MAPLEARMS APARTMENTS - Large, luxury two bedroom apartment, fridge and stove, balcony, laundry included. 519-235-2961. (44tfn)PERFECT FOR ONE, 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT - Available Now. Stove, fridge, $450 per month. Call 519-235-1286 after 6 pm. (16tfn)RENOVATED 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS. - in four plex close to Post Office, suitale for mature adults, laun-dry and parking/upper one bedroom and furnished bachelor apt. also available. 519-235-1497. (7tfn)THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT - This unit is very spacious and includes 2 bathrooms, fridge, stove and heat. It is an upper apartment, downtown. Call 519-235-0173 between 10am - 5pm. (46tfn)TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT - in quiet adult complex in Exeter. $575 + water $45.50/month, plus hydro. Contact Bob 519-235-3330 or Ron 519-235-0636. (44tfn)TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT - ZURICH. $550 + hydro. Call 519-633-6961 or 226-373-4662 or con-tact [email protected] (14-17*)1 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN EXETER - $525/month. Fridge, stove, heat, water, parking, garbage, laundry facilities included. Clean and recently reno-vated. Rob 519-777-8946. (7-22c)

EXETER - 3 Bedroom House $800/month plus utili-ties. Phone 519-235-4694 (5tfn)3 BEDROOM HOUSE - Close to schools. $800 per month plus utilities. 519-229-8843. (13-16*)

15 FT. PROWLER TRAVEL TRAILER - Im-maculate condition and stored inside. Can be towed by a larger car, and certainly by a mini van, SUV or small truck. Asking $4000. You can call 519-235-4528.

MOTORHOME - Roadtrek 190 popular rv moto-rhome. For sale by owner. Year:1997. 140,000 kilometres. Call 519-284-0105 (11-18SA)32’ TRAILER - 32’ trailer, 12x16 added room, fully furnished, all appliances as new. A riverfront prop-erty, Port Burwell area. $10,000 obo, new rubber roof boat dock. Call 519-268-8556 (11-18SA)

BOAT 16’ STARCRAFT - with convertible top and roller trailer and 70 HP Evinrude 4 Stroke, $6500 Call 519-284-1632 evenings (12-19SA)

GRANT ROBERTSON, NDP - Campaign Of-fice—201 Josephine Street, Wingham. To volun-teer, talk, or take a sign call 1-855-353-5609 or see www.grantrobertson.ndp.ca (14-16*)

CAT- LARGE DARK COLOURED TORTOISE SHELL - Distinctive face marking. Timid. Exeter, Gidley, Marlborough area. 519-235-0248. (16*)

GUITAR LESSONS AVAILABLE - Exeter Music Centre 519-235-1263. (18tfn)

HAY FOR SALE - Hay for sale. Small square bales of mixed hay. Call 519-225-2376.HAY FOR SALE - small square bales, 2nd cut, no rain, mixed alfalfa/grass. Call 519-284-4502 WANTED TO BUY - 15 to 20 acres of standing hay for the 2011 season. Lucan area preferable. Phone 519-227-4939. (15-17*)APPLES FOR SALE - Spys and other varieties, ap-ple cider, Black River Juices, Greaves Jams, Apple Butter, Maple Syrup. Open Saturdays. Hwy. 4 & Crediton Sideroad. Sawyer’s Orchard. Saturdays 8:30am-5pm, 519-235-0446. (40tfn)

EXCELLENT QUALITY HORSE HAY - no rain, small square bales. Call 519-229-6487. (11-16*)RED CLOVER SEED COMMON #1 - Double cut, single cut, 50/50 mix. $1.20/lb. Erik Sorensen. 519-636-7006 or 519-237-3423. (4tfn)

BILYEA CONSIGNMENT AUCTION - Horse and tack auction, Ilderton Agriplex, Friday April 29th, 7 p.m.; Saturday April 30th 9:30 a.m. For more info call 519-225-2130 (16;17x)

37 GALLON AQUARIUM - with Bio-wheel and all accessories, $75.00. CALL 519-284-1139 (13-20SA)6 ROW LIQUID FERTILIZER KIT - with manifold pump, 2-120 plastic tanks with mounting bracket, filter and more. $495.00. John Sparling 519-349-2415 (16-23SA)DINING ROOM SET - Dining room set, solid oak table and 6 chairs, hutch, china cabinet, $1000 obo. Call 519-268-8556 (11-18SA)ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR OR SCOOTER - car-rier that attaches to your vehicle. Nearly new con-dition used only a couple of times. Attaches to a Class 3 (2”) trailer hitch and wired to the vehicle. Reason for selling is that we purchased a Van to carry our electric wheel chair. Cost, brand new was $2700. (purchased late 2010) and will sell for $2200. or best offer. Phone 519-284-0151 for further information. (If no answer, please leave a message). (14-21SA)HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS - Best Price, Best Qual-ity. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca (5-17x)

KITCHEN CABINETS - Brand new, clearing excess stock; 100% solid hardwood - no MDF or particle board; dovetailed soft-close drawers. Maple, cher-ry, walnut, espresso, glazed (antiqued) white oak. Priced way below retail. Up to 40% off. ie) Reg Retail $8000, sacrifice $1777. Going fast! First come, first served! Call Steve 519-951-0554 www.warehouseguys.com (6-17*)LAZY BOY LOVESEAT - Taupe coloured. New condition. Asking $400. Phone 519-238-6159. (11-18SA)LUMBER SALE 1200 BF - mixed hardwood $400. 8’; 335BF hard maple 4’ $200.; 220BF hickory and red pine 8’ $100.; 750 sq ft 5/8 hickory 6’ long $200.; 220 sq ft 5/8 spruce 8’ $60.; 340 BF beech 5’ & 6’ $170.; 600BF hickory 10’ $300. Buy the pile. 519-229-8135 (16-23SA)PETERSON BLUEBIRD HOUSES - $55.00. Call 519-235-1483 or 70166 London Road. (16-23SA)SEARS KENMORE SEWING MACHINE - MODEL 385, with or without table and chair - $500 or best offer. Call 519-235-2605 (15-22SA)

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YARD WORKS LAWN MOWER - Riding Lawn Mower “Yard Works”. Also propane BBQ. Phone 519-235-2747. (16-23SA)60 V ELECTRIC BIKE, WHITE AND CANDY BLUE - driven 1 season. Paid $2100. asking $900 obo. Call 519-284-4758 (14-21SA)

WANTED TO BUY - Scrap cars, trucks, up to $300, farm machinery, heavy equipment, copper, alumi-num, batteries, and appliances. call 519-364-0928 (16-20x)

DRY FIREWOOD, ALL HARDWOOD - $50/cord and up, large orders available, stored inside. Can be delivered to your door. Call Kirkton 519-229-8237or 519-276-7310. (2-21SA)KILN DRIED LUMBER - hard and soft maple, ash, hickory, cherry 1/4 cut beech $2.50 bf, poplar $1.25, 1 x 6 x 10’ oak fencing $5. each. Saw milling avail-able. Call 519-229-8135 (13-20SA)QUALITY FIREWOOD SEASONED BARKMAN FORESTRY - $60.00 a cord on the yard. Can de-liver 7 cord load. Call 519-229-8514 or 519-671-7010. (6-24SA)FIREWOOD - seasoned hardwood beech, ash and maple, delivered or picked up. Call Dignan Land-scaping at 519-236-4457 (47tfn)

SEVEN TON FEED TANK - with 4 inch auger and motor. 3,000 bushel Rosco Grain Bin. John Deer M pto and pully (restored). All in good condition. Phone 519-237-3305 (14-21SA)JOHN DEERE 4430 TRACTOR - good condition. Husky 8 foot manure pump. Lawn roller, 48 inches wide, 33 inch diameter. Call 519-284-1689.

WASHER, INGLIS - top load $139; dryers Inglis natural gas or electric $119 each; electric stove 30”, almond $75. All in excellent condition. Lucan 519-227-4219. (11-18SA)

BORDER COLLIE PUPS - registered, 1st shots, dewormed, excellent blood lines. Thorndale 519-461-1797 (12-19SA)

BORDER COLLIE PUPS - Border collie pups for sale 3 males, 1 female left. Imported bloodlines, many champions. Hensall 519-262-3158 (11-18SA)

1987 ONE TONNE TRUCK - A1 condition. No rust, best offer. 2004 28 ft. trailer, 15 ft. slide out, walk around queen size bed, separate bedroom and 3 piece bathroom, $15,000. 519-238-6656. (11-16*)BLACK ALUMINUM TRUCK BOX CANOPY - to fit 1996 and later Chevrolet S10 and GMC S15 ex-tended cab models as well as later Sonoma, Sy-clone, Isuzu Hombre, Colorado and Canyon models up to 2005. Asking $300. Telephone 519-235-2605. Phone calls only, thank-you. (15-22SA)

AZ TRUCK DRIVER - TTK Transport is taking ap-plications for full time truck drivers. Based out of Goderich, mostly Ontario loads but must be able to cross border on occasion. Clean abstract, FAST card eligible and Passport required. Excellent wage package with driver and family benefits. Please fax resume and drivers abstract to TTK Transport Inc. Goderich 519-524-9658 or visit our web site at www.ttktransport.com for more company info. (16)CARPENTER - Experience preferred but will train conscientious individual interested in learning the construction trade. Apprenticeship can be arranged. Mail resume to: Schroeder Design Build Ltd., Box 72, Dashwood, Ontario N0M 1N0. Email to: [email protected] Fax to: 519-237-3176 DAIRY FARM - near Woodham has a full time posi-tion available. Primary duties include: feeding with TMR mixer and fieldwork. Call 519-520-5132DZ TRUCK DRIVER - Looking for a year round full time DZ truck driver. This is a local dedicated truck run requiring physical labour and good public relations. If interested please contact Will at 519-524-0580 for more information. Will require resume with references and driver’s abstract. Home base Brucefield, Ont. (15;16*)EDIN BOUTIQUE, BAYFIELD - hiring F/T, P/T sales people. Will train. Experience an asset. Send resumes to Susan at [email protected] (16-24*)

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Mls 476350 • Fabulous family home • 3 bedrooms/2 baths • Fully finished lower level with family room, 4pc bath, kitchenette, office & 3rd bedroom • All windows & doors replaced • Gas heat/Central air • Very well maintained home • $189,900 Call Tena McKay

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MLS 478077 Impressive 3 Bedroom/2 Bath cottage style bungalow in Cromarty. Updated kitchen, windows, roof shingles, etc. Newer H/W Hickory floors. Spacious garage/workshop. Large lot backs onto country field. $184,900 CALL STEVE

Need space for your family?? Sprawling 3 bedroom w/ southern ex-posure on oversized 98’ x 220 ft. lot • Huge finished lower level ideal for your media & games room • 2 baths • Only $199,900 Call Pat to view this one

A real beauty! Looking for character and ambience with modern conve-niences • This beautiful upgraded cen-tury home has it all • Click on www.exeterforsale.com to preview and then call Pat for your tour!

MLS 475931 • Affordable 3 bedroom retire-ment home located in Riverview Estates •Spacious unit w/ lots of windows • Great attached sunroom, gas fireplace & central air • Located close to the newly refurbished community clubhouse • Only $62,000 • Call Tena McKay

MLS477940 - Excellent 2 Bedroom/2 Bath home in Riverview Estates. Great floor plan. Oversized 5 pc ensuite off master bedroom. Replacement tilt back windows. Gas heat, central air. Add on room. Gas fireplace in livingroom. $79,900 CALL STEVE

NEW HOME! • It’s almost finished, 3 bed-rooms • Open concept • Gas fireplace • Main floor laundry • Attached double garage • Buy now & pick your colours & fixtures • Asking $349,900 • CALL M.J.

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CommerCialspaCe for lease 390 MacEwen Rd., Goderich

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Call to view 519-432-1115370 pets, supplies, BoardinG

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Ron O’Brien, Broker

519-667-1800Cell: 519-859-3381675 Adelaide St. N. London, oN N5Y 2L4e-mail: [email protected]

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Stone School Line - 30 acre parcel. Great 4 bedroom home, shop, paved road, 6 miles from Clinton.Goshen Line - 2 acre country retreat. 1-3/4 storey yellow brick Victorian home. Watch sunsets rise and fall on both properties.

Centre City Reality Inc. REALTORIndependently owned and operated

Priced to sell quick at $279,450

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CommerCialSpaCe for leaSePrime location388 Main St., Exeter

650 sq. ft.call 519-235-3293

Landco, Broker of Record425 Dundas St., London, Ontario

Call Marianne E. DeBrabandere

Broker 519-229-8686

100 acre farm located 10 min from St. Marys. 75 level, tiled, workable acres, field stone home, driveshed, Northwest of St. Marys and north on Road 163. Turn West On Line 16. Available for spring seeding.

FARM FOR SALE

Four bdrm, single family home, move in ready.

Quiet street, fenced yard, new gas furnace; A/C;

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Matt DenHollanderCell 519-872-6259SaleS PeRSon

169 William St., Exeter $139,9003 BR home on lg. corner lot. Updates incl: windows, 100 amp hydro, kit cabinets & lami-nate flooring in bath & kit, front entry porch. Lots of inclusions & outside storage shed. Call Dwayne MLS®459827

499 Market St., Exeter $164,900Overlooking beautiful Victoria Park; very practical layout w/ everything on one floor. Maintenance free ext. w/ 5 yr old steel roof, carport w/ concrete drive; excellent shed/workshop w/overhead door; private fenced yard. Call Bob H. MLS®738378

10125 John St., Grand Bend $295,000Raised deck w/ MB walkout. Massive liv-ing room/dining area. 3 + 1 Bedroom, 3 bath. Fully finished basement w/ 2 walk-outs. Call Matt W. MLS®728135

143 Main St. N., Exeter $299,900Excellent opportunity. Commercial property at Exeter’s desirable North end. Large double lot,has excellent highway exposure located next to Tim Horton’s. Present building is centu-ry frame structure. Call Bob H. MLS®779762

NEW LISTINGBUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Turnkey Fam-ily Style Restaurant Business on Exeter’s busy Main St. Everything’s in place for a quick transition to being your own boss and developing the available potential of this high traffic leased location. Call Bob Heywood for details. MLS®111808

BLDG LOT: 39,900 - for a dbl frontage lot (138’) to build your new home in Centra-lia. Sewer frontage is paid in full too. Best deal in town. Call Bob H. MLS®138567

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457 Edward St. Exeter $259,900Your host: Matt Den Hollander

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344 Andrew St., Exeter $259,000Stately brick home w/ modern, spacious kitch. Lg LR w/gas fireplace. Huge mas-ter BR. Beautifully landscaped, fenced private yard w/ patio & large deck. Call Dwayne. MLS®474122

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access & docking R.O.W to Ausable (The Cut) River for only $179,000? 3 BR’s, 2 baths, roof shingles ‘10, new furnace & C/A ‘09, win-dows ‘10. Call Jerry or Ruth MLS®477591

72229 Lake Shore Dr., Bluewater $289,000Minutes to beach this open plan living w/ vaulted ceilings , 3 BR, MB W/ ensuite, renovated kitch, fully finished basement, floor to ceiling stone f/p w/ gas insert & a w/o to patio. Call Jillian MLS®476088

120 Centre St., Parkhill $189,9003+1 BR , updated eat-in kitch., lg. living room w/ tons of natural light & a w/o finished basement w/ gas fireplace, laundry, office & craft room. Big back concrete deck out back for a hot tub. Call Helen MLS®477716

9879 Leonard St., Grand Bend $349,0004+1 BR, w/ E/I kit., LR is accented w/ oak railings. MBR is a true retreat, 2nd BR & a home office located on the mf. LL family room has gas FP. Relax in the hot tub on the 2 tiered deck.Call Helen MLS®474794

25 Goshen St. S. ZurichR e d u c e d to only $185,000. Come and see for your-self all the spectacular

renos that have been done to this family home including a master bedroom attic w/ensuite. Hosted by The Zehr Team.

223 Ontario St. S., Grand Bend $389,000 Call Helen MLS®468124

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Bluewater realty Inc.396 Main St., exeter, On Dave Youmans

Since 1985

519-872-8881Fax 519-235-6203Office 238-5700Res 235-3026Websitedyoumans.com

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Great little 2 bedroom home with 22 x 40 ft. insulated shed, newer addition includes large kitchen with island, built-in dishwash-er and microwave. Main floor laundry, 4 pc. bath with jacuzzi tub, 2 pc. powder room. Large family room leads to private deck.

Good reasonable priced starter home on nice large lot featuring 3 bedrooms, bright kitchen, big living room plus a den or computer room, some newer windows & flooring. Maintenance free ex-terior with a pressure treated deck, new 30 year roof and storage shed. call Dave at, cell 872-8881 or home office 519-235-3026 or office 238-5700.

Great 1.5 storey yellow brick house in Hensall. nice covered re-enforced front porch with a large deck at the rear of the house. Upgrades includes plumb-ing, electrical, and furnace. Hardwood in the living room and den, with laminate in the kitchen. this is a solid house with 2 bedrooms. Insulated shop with wood stove on nice lot, good location, close to school. with some tlc this will be a great home.

Home/Business great potentialaffordaBle living

$206,000 $129,900 $137,000

Bluewater realty Inc. Brokerage396 Main St., exeter 519-235-3777

Steven Riddell SaleS rep.B: 519-235-3777c: 226-456-1110 [email protected]

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213 marlborough St., exeter MLS#477452 - Fully renovated, beautifully decorated 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home on quiet residential street. School is just up the street. Recent upgrades include Windows, Flooring, Roof, High Efficiency Furnace, Central Air and the list goes on. This home offers plenty of usable living space and is move in ready. $254,900 Call Steve

93 anne St., exeter MLS#477997 Charming affordable 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom home that offers everything a small family needs plus more. All the expensive updates have been looked after including new windows, siding, flooring, kitchen and bathrooms. The master ensuite has a corner whirlpool tub that’s sure to delight. This homecarries for less than $750 /mth and is the smart alterna-tive to renting. Start building your equity today. $149,900 Call Steve

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Huron ParkFamilies Welcomeresidential Homes for rent

• 2 Bedroom single home totally renovated with sunroom $750/month 160 Algonquin Drive • 4 Bedroom duplex with 2 bathrooms, dining room and den $800/month 4 Columbia Crescent • 4 Bedroom single home with 2 bathrooms, dining room and den $825/month 8 Columbia Crescent

1 year leases with first and last month’s rentCall for viewing appointment Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 4:30 pm • 519-228-9898C O M M U N I T I E S

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residential Homes for rent or sale3 & 4 Bedroom single or semi detached homes.All have front and back yards and a full basement.

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Immaculate 7 yr old open concept home on 85’x120’ professionally landscaped lot. Features large front foyer w/ closet, morning room w/ vaulted ceiling & French doors opening to kitchen w/ maple cupboards & 4 appliances. Dining room is open to living room w/ electric oak fireplace. Large master bedroom w/ ensuite includes e whirlpool tub, walk-in shower & double sink vanity. This 1,501 sq. ft. home has economical infloor heat throughout: basement, main floor and double garage. Main floor also has second bedroom & full bathroom, laundry, tile & wood floors, neutral colours lots of bright airy windows. Many other features. Serious inquiries only. Call 519-235-1497421 Pryde blvd

FULL TIME DATA ENTRY CLERK - required immediately for Clin-ton area. Accuracy and eye for detail a must. Bilingual (French) an asset. Send resume via email to: [email protected] (16;17)GENERAL PLANT MAINTENANCE MILLWRIGHT - 2nd or 3rd year general plant maintenance millwright required for busy man-ufacturing plant. Send resume with expected wage range to P.O. Box 2, Exeter, ON, N0M 1S6 (15;16*)HANDY PERSON - required immediately. Duties include all kinds of yard work, grass cutting, flower beds, wood splitting etc. 3-4 days per week. Phone 519-238-2578. (16;17*)

JIGGY CLOTHING STORE, GRAND BEND - hiring F/T, P/T sales people. Will train. Experience an asset. Send resumes to Brian at [email protected] (16-24*)LABOURERS AND MOWER OPERATORS - Full time labourers and mower operators required for lawn mainteance company be-ginning immediately. Fax resume to 519-294-8843. Parkhill.MECHANIC / APPRENTICE - Temporary fulltime position avail-able for a Heavy Truck, Auto, Farm Equipment Mechanic. Able to work independently. Wage dependent on experience. Fax resume with references to 519-227-0042 or email [email protected] (16;17)

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CONTRACT NO. bR1002SEALED TENDERS for the above contract, addressed to Mr. Michael Di Lullo, Clerk, Municipality of South Huron, 322 Main St. S., Exeter, ON N0M 1S6 will be received by him until:

TUESDAy MAy 3, 2011 AT 1:00 P.M.For the installation of a 3.7 m x 2.5 m cast-in-place concrete culvert on a 42o skew, retaining walls, and associated site work. The structure is lo-cated southeast of Grand Bend.Plans, specifications and tender forms may be obtained from the office of the undersigned on April 20, 2011, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $30.00, payable to B. M. Ross and Associates Limited, which includes all taxes. Each tender must be accompanied by a certified cheque in the amount of $15,000.00.Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. B. M. ROSS AND ASSOCIATES LIMITED 62 North Street Goderich, ON N7A 2T4 Phone: 519-524-2641 Fax: 519-524-4403 www.bmross.net

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cation tax rate set by the Province of Ontario for sup-port of area school boards. Latest information reported by the Lambton Shores treasurer indicated an 8.33 per cent reduction in the education rate, translating to a drop of $21 for each $100,000 of residential assessment.

The net impact is still to be calculated and confirmed.Barring last minute surprises, a Lambton Shores oper-

ating budget projecting total expenditures of $19,557,556.85 was to be formally adopted at council's regular session on Monday night of this week after the Times-Advocate's deadline. That's an increase of 5.76 per cent over last year.

Ferguson says the amount to be collected in taxes is $8,344,369.15, an increase of 9.28 per cent from 2010.

Clerk Carol McKenzie's recommendations for increas-es in building permit and planning application fees will be divided into two bump-ups, one in September of this year and the other in September 2012.

“It's not going to bring in a lot of income because they'll get permits early,” said Mayor Bill Weber.

McKenzie said the full increase was needed to move to full cost recovery and to bring Lambton Shores in line with fees collected in neighbouring municipalities.

Tax rate hike near 2 per centContinued from page 2

By Scott NixonTimes-AdvocATe sTAff

BLUEWATER — Talk of the village of Bayfield dominated discussions at the Municipality of Bluewater's April 4 council meeting.

Heritage consultant and architect Wendy Shearer addressed council to discuss the updated 'Bayfield Streetscape Plan,' an effort to beautify and make improvements to Bayfield's Main Street.

Shearer described Bayfield as a heritage conserva-tion district with a lovely Main Street. She said she was originally asked in 2003 to improve Bayfield's streetscape. That original plan went through and was accepted by council.

In 2010, Shearer was asked by the Bayfield Revitalization Committee (under the Bayfield and Area Chamber of Commerce) to return and address existing problems with Main Street, such as the fact there is no level accessible walking route. Shearer

Variety of Bayfield issues at Bluewater councilsaid walking routes are not barrier free and parked cars are encroaching on walkways, which are too narrow. Shearer recommended improvements such as dropped curves to sidewalks to accom-modate wheelchairs.

She said new trees need to be added and she recommended a drainage study to see if the catch basins on the street function properly. Some trees are nearing the end of their lives and some also con-flict with overhead wires, Shearer said, also recommending street lighting.

She said the image of Bayfield's Main Street isn't of the quality it should be.

Shearer's master plan for the streetscape improvements retains the angle parking on Main Street, but new barriers will pre-vent cars from encroaching on walk-ways.

New sidewalks will be made of poured concrete, will be accessible, and will meander to allow for new planting.

Shearer said parking will remain on gravel and the number of spaces will remain about the same as it is now.

Shearer said among council's consider-ations for the streetscape improvements will be whether or not to replace infra-structure like storm sewers at the same time.

Shearer's report estimates the cost of concrete sidewalks, sod boulevards, con-crete curbs, concrete gutters, regrading and top up of gravel parking, trees, pedestrian light standards and poles to cost about $510,000, but she adds such costs don't include design, engineering and survey costs. Any infrastructure projects the municipality decides to do would also be in addition to the above-mentioned costs.

Shearer recommends that if the munici-

pality decides to go ahead with infra-structure upgrading/replacement, it be done as part of the streetscape project so the roadwork will only have to be done once.

Council eventually referred Shearer's report to municipal staff, who will look into the project and prepare a report for council's consideration.

Both Deputy Mayor Paul Klopp and Councillor-at-Large Tyler Hessel said they wanted the public's input before any decisions on proceeding are made.

Other council notes:Business Retention project

Janet Snider, co-ordinator of the Bayfield Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) project spoke to council about that village's project aimed at help-ing the business sector thrive.

Snider said there is generally a healthy business situation in Bayfield and tour-ism is the village's driving force. She said partners in the village need to work together to keep a healthy and successful Bayfield.

The BRE's project summary states that data was collected from 63 of the approx-imately 140 business owners in Bayfield and a taskforce committee analyzed the results. Action plans for the BRE project include “Main Street revitalization, tour-ism priorities and attracting new resi-dents by emphasizing the creative econ-omy.”

BRE literature states, “The Bayfield downtown heritage district has tremen-dous history, architecture and village charm that cannot be replicated in a more modern town environment. The competition from other shopping desti-nations poses a continuing challenge for

the Main Street village businesses to maintain high levels of occupancy, attrac-tive facades and accessible buildings and services.”

The report goes on to state that over 90 per cent of the respondents to the BRE survey favoured upgrades to Main Street. Tourism is also a priority as is attracting new residents to the village. Festival of Fitness and Art

Ray Letheren of Bayfield spoke of the village's Festival of Fitness and Art planned for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Letheren said proceeds from the event will sup-port the 'Keeping Abreast' campaign to bring a full-field digital mammography unit to Huron County.

A letter to council states, “This new technology is paramount in the early detection and prevention of breast cancer and more importantly, reassuring women of the absence of same.”

The Festival of Fitness and Art's orga-nizing committee hopes to make the event an annual celebration. Many groups and organizations have already pledged to support the event, which will include an art show, a cycling event, a run/walk and a food festival.

Letheren said organizers are encourag-ing thousands of people to come to Bayfield for the Sept. 30-Oct. 1 weekend.

Letheren requested a $2,500 grant from the municipality, the use of the arena floor, meeting room and washrooms, in-kind assistance with emergency services and setup of the cycling courses in addi-tion to the use of Clan Gregor Square.

Council passed a motion to support the event in principle with a pledge to dis-cuss the issue further during budget deliberations.

MECHANIC / APPRENTICE MECHANIC - Spedquip is looking for full time Mechanic / Apprentice Me-chanic. This position will involve working on Farm equipment, Auto, and Truck and Coach. Please email resume to [email protected] (16*)MINK FARM - Individual required to work on a mink farm in the Varna area. Full time Monday to Friday, with some weekends. Involves some heavy lifting. Competitive wage. Good working conditions. Must have valid drivers licence. Fax work experience to 519-263-2636 or call 519-233-7149 (15;16*)PART-TIME ASSISTANT MANAGER - 15 - 30 hours per week. Retail experience an asset. Basic com-puter an asset. Fax, e-mail or drop off resume. Fax to 519-612-1613, e-mail cottagelife72 @gmail.com, in person at Habitat For Humanity, Huron County Re-store,309 Main St. S. Exeter. (16;17)

WANTED: FIREARMS STUDENTS - Our next “One Stop” Firearms Course is in Dashwood on April 30, May 1 & 7. Advance registration only. Call Terry Romphf 519-237-3248 and leave message or email [email protected] (15;16)

CEDAR TREES / FIR HEDGES AND WIND-BREAKS - Phone Neustadt 519-799-5355. Delivery available. (16-23SA)

C&M LANDSCAPING - Commercial Snowblowing, Seasonal Yard Clean-up, sweeping, tree trimming, landscaping. Corey and Mark Laye Sr. Cell: 519-281-4592, Home: 519-234-6272 (5-17*)

CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE - Experienced. Re-liable. References available. 100 % satisfaction guaranteed. Please call 519-228-8054 (14-16*)

DO YOU NEED WORK DONE? - Painting, Aer-ating, Carpentry, Power Sweeping, Pressure Washing, Decks & Fences, Eavestrough Cleaning & Repairs, Lawn Rolling. Call Clarence 519-527-2281. (16-37*)

LAWN ROLLING - Pull Type Lawn Sweeper, De-thatching, Plugging, Spiking, Rotortilling. Call Don 519-235-2369 (15-18*)

SKIDSTEER SERVICES - offered in Exeter, Bay-field areas. Light lot cleaning, small trees, brush etc. Also, Skidsteer mounted woodsplitter avail-able for those large hard to handle wood blocks. Contact Larry at 519-236-4100 or cell 519-859-5627. (16-19*)

SPRING CREEK PROPERTY MAINTENANCE - Residential and Commercial Lawn and Garden Services: cutting, trimming, pruning, spring clean up. Call Jon at 519-236-7586 (14-17*)

STORAGE TRAILER RENTALS - 400 square feet of stackable storage per 48” trailer. Short and long term rates. Pick-up and delivery. Call TTK Transport Inc. Goderich, Ontario. 519-524-4331. (51tfn)

“HONEY DO PROPERTY MAINTENANCE” - Grass Cutting & Trimming, Home Repairs, Odd Jobs, Glenn Pfaff 519-237-3835. (26tfn)

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• Must have reliable tandem tractor • Reefer experience an asset• Minimum 2 years verifiable border crossing experience• Clean abstract required • Must have or be eligible to obtain FAST card• Mixture of long and short distance hauls• Good command of the English language required

Owner Operators Wanted

Please call 1-888-875-0030

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With growing demand from our perishable customer base, Coleson Freight Solutions

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Must be able to cross the border. We offer an aggressive pay package with sign on

incentives and the current fuel surcharge, dedicated weekly miles and lanes, dedicated

new reefer trailer and safety bonuses. if you’re looking for a family oriented open policy company please call vic at 877-808-3911 or 519-238-1121 or

fax your resume to 519-238-1119.

PARTS COUNTER PERSON

AUTOMOTIVE RECONDITIONING/

CLEAN-UP PERSON NEEDED

LICENSED AUTOMOTIVE

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

GM Dealership in Exeter requires parts counter person. Must be an energetic “team player”. computer skills, GM experience preferred. Will train.

Send resume by e-mail to [email protected]

Huron Motor Products is looking for a motivated individual to accomodate their busy clean-up shop.

This individual must be class “A” licensed, team player, GM experience preferred. Excellent wages and benefits.

Send fax or e-mail resume in confidence to or 519-235-1685

or [email protected] or call Jeff Heywood / Service

Manager for an appointment.

MILLWRIGHT / MECHANICwe are seeking

an energetic individual to join our maintenance team

Seasonal Position

Qualifications:The ideal applicant will

be a provincially certified Millwright/Mechanic with

“hands-on” PLC experience and at least 5 years in a food

processing environment.

Apply in person or by fax8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fax 519-238-6800

P.O.G. Inc.Grand Bend

Dental Receptionist

required for a busy, modern office. 1-2 days per week, and covering

vacations. We are seeking an individual who has exceptional

people skills, detail oriented and a solid work ethic.

Dental experience is required - working knowledge of

abeldent software is an asset.

Please forward your resume with cover letter to:

Clinton Dental Clinic - Attn Jacqueline, Box 35 Clinton, Ontario N0M 1L0 or e-mail [email protected]

No phone calls please.

Please fax resume to 519-482-9065or email [email protected]

We salute all our veterans

Clinton 482-3783

We thank all applicants, however only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted

Requires the followingFull-Time Seasonal Position

• Equipment Operator/Supervisor• Construction Worker/Supervisor

(AZ license would be an asset)What’s Driving Your Future?We provide the vehicle…

you drive your future!

Tirecraft is a leader in the Commercial and Retail TireSales and Service Industry. Currently we are recruitingResults Driven/Customer Service Focused individualsfor the positions of…

Counter Person – Exeter

Reporting to the Store Manager, the successful individual will supportprofitable sales growth by facilitating the best possible customer service inCounter Sales. This is a hands on position where the individual will not beafraid to go out on the floor and roll up your sleeves.

Counter Person/Commercial/Agricultural Focus – Stratford

Reporting to the Commercial/Agricultural Division, the successful individual willsupport profitable sales growth by handling counter service for the commercialand agricultural customers as well as support inventory control, cycle countsand receiving.The Qualities We Seek…• Solid employment experience• Previous experience within a agricultural and/or automotive dealer an asset• Commitment to creating and establishing a strong professional image• Proven ability to interact with the customer and provide relationship

focused service• Excellent communication skills in interacting with people• Mechanical aptitudeFor the right individual these opportunities will allow for growth anddevelopment within the organization.

If you feel you can make a difference, please submit your resumein confidence, stating the location of interest in the subject line to:

[email protected]

We are Hiring . . . are you looking

to apprentice in tHe electrical industry?

also seeking 1st and 2nd term only,

apprentices.

Please forward resumes to

[email protected] Fax: 519-235-0622

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AZTRUCK DRIVER REQUIRED

Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Information is collected solelyfor the purpose of job selection under the provisions of the Municipal Freedom of Information andProtection of Privacy Act.

The Corporation of the County of HuronHuron County Library and

Huron Community Access ProgramRequire

See www.huroncounty.ca for more information regardingqualifications, hours of work and the application process.

Applications will be accepted until May 3rd, 2011.

Internet Access Assistants(Full-Time during the Summer)


The Corporation of the County of HuronHuron County Physical ServicesRequires the following position

Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm, Friday April 29th, 2011. Seewww.huroncounty.ca for more information regarding qualifications and the

application process.

Full Time Administrative Services Clerk(Temporary 9 month contract)


The Corporation of the County of HuronHuron County Library

Requires

Applications will be accepted until 4:30 Wednesday May 4th, 2011.See www.huroncounty.ca for more information regarding qualifications,

hours of work and the application process.

(2) Summer Literacy Co-ordinators

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Setting the record straight In a recent issue of the Focus former MP Ben Lobb

was quoted as saying that the government was de-feated on the budget. He further hinted that mea-sures attractive to the farming community were included in the budget and that the other parties, by voting the budget down, had effectively made those measures null and void. This is a complete falsehood and the record needs to be set straight.

The Harper govern-ment, for the first time in Canadian history, was found in contempt of Parliament. When a gov-

ernment has committed fraud, has refused to be forthright on financial costs of major expenditures, has cheated on elec-tion financing, it is the responsibility of the other parties to bring that government down in a vote of non-confidence. So, to correct Mr. Lobb, the government was defeated because of the contempt charge and not on its less-than-adequate bud-get.

The people of Huron-Bruce need to be aware of this very important difference and need to question the statements of

the former MP. If we want to elect a government that is stable, we need to elect a member and a government that is honest with us. And we need to elect a government that is willing to work with the other parties, not to sabotage their efforts, so that Canada can move forward.

Ross Hemingway

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REQUEST FOR TENDERS

REPLACEMENT OF STRUCTURE 1066ON SOUTH ROAD (DIETRICH DRAIN)

CONTRACT NO. bR1002SEALED TENDERS for the above contract, addressed to Mr. Michael Di Lullo, Clerk, Municipality of South Huron, 322 Main St. S., Exeter, ON N0M 1S6 will be received by him until:

TUESDAy MAy 3, 2011 AT 1:00 P.M.For the installation of a 3.7 m x 2.5 m cast-in-place concrete culvert on a 42o skew, retaining walls, and associated site work. The structure is lo-cated southeast of Grand Bend.Plans, specifications and tender forms may be obtained from the office of the undersigned on April 20, 2011, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $30.00, payable to B. M. Ross and Associates Limited, which includes all taxes. Each tender must be accompanied by a certified cheque in the amount of $15,000.00.Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. B. M. ROSS AND ASSOCIATES LIMITED 62 North Street Goderich, ON N7A 2T4 Phone: 519-524-2641 Fax: 519-524-4403 www.bmross.net

Municipal Corner

South Huron Municipal Corner

519-235-0310

COUNTYOFHURONREPAIRS TO CULVERTS BB17ON KIPPEN ROAD AND BB21

ON ROAD 183CONTRACT NO. BR1014/

BR1015

Sealed tenders, addressed to the Director of Public Works,Mr. Dave Laurie, County of Huron, Public Works Department,1 Courthouse Square, Goderich, Ontario, N7A 1M2, will bereceived by him until:

2:00 p.m., Friday, May 6, 2011

For the installation of concrete footing struts and erosionprotection at Culvert BB17 (west of Kippen) and Culvert BB21(northeast of Kippen).

Plans, specifications and tender forms for this contract maybe obtained from the office of the undersigned upon paymentof a non-refundable fee of $30.00, payable to B. M. Ross andAssociates Limited, which includes all taxes. Each tender mustbe accompanied by a certified cheque or bid bond in the amountof $5,000.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tender isconditional upon County budget approval. Bidders are advisedthat the County has an established tender evaluation process.

B. M. ROSS ANDASSOCIATES LIMITED62 North StreetGoderich, ON N7A 2T4Phone: (519) 524-2641Fax: (519) 524-4403www.bmross.net

Grass Cutting / Garden Maintenance Required

St. Peter’s Catholic Church is calling for tenders for the grass cutting and garden

maintenance at the Church and Cemetery properties located at 73334 Bluewater Hwy. St. Joseph. Grass cutting, weed

trimming and garden weeding are required for both properties on a regular basis

throughout the 2011 season. The tender needs to be based on a seasonal

rate quoted separately for each of the Church and Cemetery properties. Vendor

needs to be bonded and insured, please indicate terms of payment required. For additional information on this tender please contact Mark Tucker, Building/Property Committee at 519-236-4925. All tenders must be submitted on or

before April 22nd, 2011 to: Grass Tender

St. Peter’s Catholic Church22 Mary Street

Zurich, ON N0M 2T0

Lowest tender not necessary the winner.

Notice to creditors aNd others

All the claims against the estate of Emerson Andrew Desjardine, late of the Village of Grand Bend, in the County of Lambton, who died on or about the 12th day of February, 2011, must be filed with the undersigned not later than May 31, 2011. Thereafter, the undersigned will distribute the assets of the estate having regard only to the claims then filed.

Cheryl Woods, 118 Wychwood Park,

London, Ontario, N6G 1R7, by her lawyer Philip B. Morrissey,

320 Ferndale Avenue, London, Ontario, N6C 5P7.

REMEMBER AnnuAl good fRidAy Auction sAlEof tractors, farm mach., tools, vehicles, trees & shrubs, lawnmowers, drywall, sheep equipment, trailers, boats, misc. etc.

FRI., APR. 22 - 9:00 amILDERTON FAIR GROUNDS, ILDERTON

See website for more details filsonrobson.theauctionadvertiser.com. TERMS: Cash or approved cheque sale day. No plastic cards for payment. No buyers premium.

FILSON AUCTIONS HugH 519-666-0833 Ray 666-2009

DaviD 666-0269

We will be conducting a clearing farm auction for Mrs. Anita Faber and the

estate of Russell Faber. The farms have been rented. Located at 73725 London

Rd. (Highway 4), 3 miles north of Hensall, 1st farm north of Kippen.

SAT., APRIL 30 - 10:30 A.M.Tractors & Skid Steer: JD 4620 diesel, cab; JD 4320 diesel, extensive mechani-cal work in 2010; JD 250 Agra Turf skid steer, extensive rework and service in Oct./2010; All the above in good work-ing order, Oliver 660, not running. Har-vesting & Livestock: JD 3970 harvester with 3 row cornhead and Horning Krop processor, Claas Variant 180 round baler, variable & netting attach.; JD 1219 hay-bine; Hagedorn 275 Hydra-Spread ma-nure spreader; Dion silage blower; 3 Dion forage wagons; 16’x8’ auger with motor, cart; 2 older hopper wagons; rollermill; NH 354 mix mill; 16’ Combo, alum/steel, livestock trailer, quantity of large round bales of hay and straw. Misc. & Shop Equipment: JD 220 Saddle tanks and boom for front mount spraying boom sprayer; JD rotary hoe; Anhydrous ap-plicator, 2 side rakes; Kongskilde cul-tivator; Oliver grain drill; double disc; land rollers; quantity of scrap metal. Shop: King drill press, Ind. metal band-saw; misc. power tools incl. Shopsmith system, anvil, chainsaw, transfer pump; hand tools; motors and misc. farm items. Sale Order: small items first then equip. & tractors at approx. 12:30 Be on time!! Lunch booth!. Terms: Owner and Auc-tioneer are not responsible for accidents. All parties at this location are deemed to be present at their own risk. No buyer’s premium.

For pics & more complete listwww.bobheywoodauctions.com

Proprietor: Anita Faber 519-263-5659

AuctioneerBob Heywood519-235-0874

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County of Huron Homes for the AgedRequest for Quotation, Provision of Meat:

HA-2011-01 Effective August 2, 2011

To obtain a package with the details of the RFQ to provide meat products for the residents of the County Homes for the Aged:

Huronlea in Brussels and Huronview in Clintoncontact Huronview 519-482-3451 or go online at

http://www.huroncounty.ca/tenders/

Responses will be accepted at the Business Office until 2:00 p.m. on May 20, 2011 at Huronview Home for the Aged

77722ALondon Road, Clinton, On N0M 1L0Attention: Connie Townsend, Nutrition Care Manager

The County of Huron reserves the right not to accept the lowest or any proposal.

County of Huron Homes for the AgedRequest for Tender: HA-2011-02

Roofing Replacement at Huronview

Sealed tenders, addressed to the Environmental Services Manager, Tracey Seymour, Huronview Home for the Aged,

77722A London Road, Clinton, Ontario, N0M 1L0, will be received by the Business Office until:

2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 3, 2011For a large section of roofing to be replaced at Huronview

**A MANDATORY site meeting will be held April 26, 2011 at 9 a.m. at Huronview, 77722A London Rd., Clinton

Tender documents may be obtained at:Huronview in Clinton 519-482-3451 or go online at:

http://www.huroncounty.ca/tenders/The County of Huron reserves the right not to accept the lowest or any proposal.

County of Huron Homes for the AgedRequest for Proposal: HA-2011-03

Front Entrance Renovation at Huronview and Huronlea

Sealed proposals, addressed to the Environmental Services Manager, Tracey Seymour, Huronview Home for the Aged,

77722A London Road, Clinton, Ontario, N0M 1L0, will be received by the Business Office until:2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 11, 2011

For extensive front entrance renovation at both Huronview and Huronlea. Including front entrance way, automatic doors,

floor, lighting and esthetic enhancements.**A MANDATORY site meeting will be held April 28, 2011

at 9 a.m. at Huronlea, 820 Turnberry Street, Brussels and proceeding to Huronview.

Request for Proposal documents may be obtained at:Huronview in Clinton 519-482-3451 or go online at:

http://www.huroncounty.ca/tenders/The County of Huron reserves the right not to accept the lowest or any proposal.

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EXETER — The 2011 Fourth Wall Drama Festival is coming to South Huron District High School May 4-6. The festival presents three plays performed each night, including plays written and direct-ed exclusively by South Huron students.

The Fourth Wall Drama Festival is proud to present “Jupiter,” writ-ten by Beth Olley and directed by Janna Henry. Another play entitled “Winter's Day” was written and directed by Meghan McGill.

A final show, “If No One Knows,” was written by Alexandra Jones and is directed by South Huron's Drama teacher Beth Jantzi. This show was performed at the Huron-Perth Sears Drama Festival in Goderich earlier this year, with the production winning an award of excellence.

SHDHS presents drama festival May 4-6The shows start at 7 p.m. running May 4,

5 and 6 and admission for all three shows is just $10 each night.

Tickets are now on sale. They can be pur-chased at lunch (11:35 – 12:15 p.m.) in the main foyer of the school or in the office dur-

ing school hours.Student directors Janna Henry and

Meghan McGill have put many hours into their respective plays and all the actors, actresses and directors are excited to see their hard work come together.

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An impressive event

An assembly at South Huron District High School (SHDHS) last week was a reminder of some of the wonderful

things that happen in this community every year.

The occasion for last week’s assembly at the high school was the official kickoff of the school’s an-nual Relay for Life cancer fundraiser. The commit-tee, consisting of students with the guidance of staff, organizes the overnight, 12-hour Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser every year, with this year’s event June 10-11 the eighth year in Exeter. Amazingly, the SHDHS Relay for Life has raised over $300,000 in the last seven years, an impres-sive figure anywhere, but particularly in a small community. The organizers, including students and staff, and those who take part in the Relay and raise the much-needed money need to be thanked and congratulated for their efforts.

Last week’s assembly at SHDHS included an emotional talk from Londoner Pie Simmons, whose 16-year-old sister Stephanie was first diagnosed with a brain tumour at the age of nine. Stephanie has had life-saving surgery in New York and her illness is now in remission. Hearing stories such as this reminds us of how important events like the annual SHDHS Relay for Life are and how all of us should do what we can to support impor-tant causes like this.

Better late than neverKudos to Bluewater council for finally approv-

ing its list of committee and boards appointments, putting an end to a disagreement among council about who should sit on what boards.

As previously reported, council had been unable to reach an agreement on what members should sit on the various boards and committees on which the municipality has representation. The disagreement went on way too long and saw the municipality unable to vote on this year’s Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority budget and un-able to sit at the head table at a couple of meetings of the Grand Bend Area Sewage Treatment Board.

The situation, frankly, had become an embarrass-ment and didn’t bode well for a new council that has another three and a half years to get along and make many decisions much more important than appointing councillors to committees and boards.

But now the dispute is finally in the past — thanks in part to help from a mediator — and Bluewater can now truly get on with things.

By Scott NixonTimeS-AdvocATe STAff

EXETER — The MainStreets Exeter group held a special ceremony April 8 to mark the official “switch on” of the new $30,000 downtown sound system.

Members from the MainStreets Exeter committee, the Exeter Business Improvement Association (BIA), the municipality and contractors met in front of Exeter's town hall to start the count-down as MainStreets Exeter co-ordinator Mark Cassidy turned on the sound system, which plays throughout downtown between Anne and Gidley streets.

South Huron Coun. Dennis Hockey said the BIA/MainStreets project will enhance the downtown shopping experience through the playing of music and announcements. He said the first day would feature the music of jazz pianist Andy Milne, who performed at Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church April 8. The new sound system will also play seasonal music and will play the music of Bach dur-ing the upcoming Bach Music Festival of Canada in South Huron this July.

MainStreets Exeter management com-mittee chairperson Carla Goodfellow thanked those who made the project possi-ble, while Shawna Stonehouse of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and

Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) congratulated the group on the project and said the min-istry was pleased to support it. She said the MainStreets group has helped bring 12 new businesses employing 31 people to the community in the last year.

Stonehouse later told the Times-Advocate this is the first time she has seen a down-town group install a sound system and it may be something that will be tried in other communities.

South Huron chief administrative officer Roy Hardy said the project was funded through the MainStreets project, the BIA and in-kind support from the community.

The sound system, which can be expand-ed in the future, includes 24 commercial-quality speakers and is owned and operat-ed by the Exeter BIA. The mixer and ampli-fier are located at town hall. A variety of music and special event programming is planned.

New downtown sound system hits the airwaves

Flick the switch — A ceremony was held April 8 in front of Exeter town hall to mark the official turning on of the new $30,000 downtown sound system. Pictured from left are MainStreets Exeter committee members Tena McKay, Kimberley MacMaster, Kirsten Smith, Carla Goodfellow, South Huron Coun. Dennis Hockey and Shawna Stonehouse of OMAFRA. (photo/Scott Nixon)

Singing it out – Exeter United Church hosted “An Evening of Gospel Music” Saturday, featuring Patti Hill and the group Heartsong. Heartsong is pictured here during the concert. (photo/Karen Mor-rison)

‘An Evening of Gospel Music’ at Exeter United

Seniors’ PerspectiveBy Jim Bearss

senior correspondent

All I Need to Know About Life, I learned from the Easter Bunny

• Don’t put all your eggs in one basket• Walk softly and carry a big carrot• Everyone needs a friend who is all ears• There’s no such thing as too much candy• All work and no play can make you a basket case• Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day• Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits• Some body parts should be floppy• Keep your paws off other people’s jellybeans• Good things come in small sugarcoated packages• The grass is always greener in someone else’s basket• An Easter bonnet can tame even the wildest hare• To show your true colours you have to come out of your shell• The best things in life are still sweet and gooey Jane Muegge

Out N’ About:Legion news salad plate and bake sale at the Exeter Legion 11:30

a.m. to p.m. on Fri., May 6. Cost $7. For info call the Legion at 519-235-2962.

Mark your calendar for next Exeter Seniors on Tues. May 3 at 6 p.m. at Exeter Legion.Drive-Thru pork chop barbecue on Thurs., May 12 at Kirkton United Church. Pick up meal 4:30 to 6:45 p.m. Adult and youth $14 (additional chop $4) child (10 years and under) - $6. Tickets must be purchased by May 9 from Kirkton Market, Vera – 229-6661 or Keith – 229-6410. No at-door sales. Give the cook a break!

Spend time with others who are grieving the death of a loved one. Discuss practical ways to support yourself through your grief. Come join the VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program as they celebrate their 8th Annual Hike for Hospice on Sun., May 1 at MacNaughton Trail in Exeter. Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a barbecue by donation to follow. The Exeter Community Band will be there to entertain from 12 to 1 p.m. Pledge sheets can be picked up at the VON office in Exeter or at the Scotiabank. Fun for the whole family, bring the kids and the dog, all are welcome. Contact Kim Winbow at 519-235-2510 or by e-mailing [email protected] for more information.Community Diabetes Health Series Diabetes & Alternative Medicines

Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic and learn about... various alternative products (i.e. vitamins, herbals, etc.) and their impact on your health. This videoconference series is broadcast live via the On-tario Telemedicine Network. Where: South Huron Hospital, B110, Lower Level Boardroom, 24 Huron Street West Exeter., Thurs., May 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Who: Those living with, or support-ing someone, with diabetes. Cost: Free and for more information or to register call: 519-673-1630 x 221. Space limited. Pre-registra-tion requested by May 18.

New free in-class computer courses; These courses are instructed by Computer Instructor, Kristal Milley. Courses start next Tues-day, April 19th.Scam in area

Crime Stoppers told me to tell as many people as possible about the scam that someone just tried on me. I got an official letter from

a lawyer in London, England saying that I would inherit $15.5 million US from a relative who died. It looked pretty official but my eagle-eye caught mistakes which gave him away:

He said to keep the letter secret/confidential twice in his letter. His e-mail address was to gmail.com – any respectable law-yer would have used their corporate e-mail. Grammar errors (typos, missing words).

Crime Stoppers said that these guys are good, very persis-tent and will continue to send official-looking documents. In the end, they will be asking you for money over and over again. If you get a letter saying someone died in a car acci-dent or a tsunami, it’s a scam. If you get a letter from Andrew Whittaker & Associates or any other lawyer from overseas, please call Crime Stoppers/Phone Busters at 1-888-495-8501 (early in the morning is best because their lines are swamped in the afternoon).

I was also given www.recol.ca to file a complaint online and www.antifraudcenter.ca

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15 Years ago April 24-1996 - Saturday

night, the Exeter Hawks won the OHA Junior “D” champion-ship with a 2-1 win over the Wellesley Applejacks in the sev-enth and deciding game. Sean McCann and Mark Livermore were the Exeter goal scorers. Coaches Dave Revington, Jeff Dalrymple and Barry Baynham praised goaltenders Dave Nahrgang and Darren Kints for their excellent work. Jason McBride is the captain.

Marjorie and Donald Kernick of Goderich and Joyce and Lorne Preszcator of Crediton recently received the Polish Government medal on behalf of their relative Pilot Officer Harold Brown who lost his life over Poland during the Second World War

25 Years Ago April 23, 1986 - Exeter council members received

good news this week when auditor Jerry Mills of Kime and Company reported a surplus of $102,335 on the town’s business for 1985. The comparable figure at the end of 1984 was $15,297.

The first ever Exeter Home and Garden Show on the weekend at the South Huron Rec centre was an unqualified success. Show co-ordinator was Dirk Coolman of the Exeter Optimist Club. 40 YEARS AGO

April 22, 1971 - A complete history of Exeter will be published to coincide with the community’s cen-tennial in 1973. SHDHS principal J.L. Wooden has been preparing the history and Monday night Exeter council decided to take the project under their wing and have the book published.

Eight municipalities in the Bayfield River water-shed have voted to join the Ausable River Conservation Authority.

Last week, Hay township council accepted a peti-tion from three businesses in the municipality ask-ing for a liquor vote. 50 YEARS AGO

April 21, 1961 - Five members of the junior bowl-ing league in Exeter travelled to Sarnia Saturday and returned home with a trophy for their first place finish in the Western Counties junior tourna-ment. They were Marlene Harness, Darlene Snell, Helen Campbell, Sue Anne Lindenfield and Phylis Madge. Mrs. Ruth Durand is their coach. 55 YEARS AGO

April 22, 1956 - A farewell party was held April 20 at Sharon School to honour Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Pfaff and family ho have moved to a community near St. Marys.

Mrs. Ted Jones was named president of Alpha Pi Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority at a dinner at the Dominion Hotel in Zurich in honour of the 25th anniversary of the organization.

Hensall Public School Board is considering sever-al sites for the erection of a proposed $120,000 six-room school for the village. 65 YEARS AGO

April 21, 1946 - Rev. Harold J. Snell was named chairman of Huron Presbytery at Thursday’s meet-ing in Wingham.

The Board of Education voted to provide Exeter Public School students with text books, note books and pencils beginning with the fall term.

About 79 men staged a bee for the digging of post holes at Exeter Agricultural grounds last Wednesday. Over 300 posts were put in to fence off a portion of the new race track.

Choices for Seniors Information on Independent Living

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YourHealth. YourHome. YourChoice.

Canada's population is aging, and providing quality care for our nation's older adults is already begin-ning to challenge our healthcare resources.

According to Dr. Anne Doig, president of the Canadian Medical Association, "We know that as people age, they require more health care services and right now, there is a very real worry that unless it is significantly transformed, our health care system will not be able to meet the needs of future generations."

This information comes as no surprise to the five million Canadians who are already serving as family caregivers for older loved ones who need help managing health conditions and the activities of daily living. Many of these caregivers are baby boomers, who themselves began to reach age 65 this year and are becoming more aware of the need to plan for their own senior living needs.

A host of studies show that most seniors wish to stay in their own homes, even as they experience health challenges such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, or memory loss. But changes in our society can make this harder than it was in the past.

The cost of institutional care continues to grow. For some seniors with medically complex health challenges, nursing homes and other residential health facilities may be the best choice. But for many other seniors, in-home senior care is the most desirable and cost-effective arrangement.

The Need for Home Care Grows as We Age

It is the beginning of the party season, and I found myself at-tending — not one — but two buck n does and a surprise 40th birthday party last weekend (Tra-cy Rau has crested the hill!). You can say that our weekend was a full pull.

And because I am not a personal owner of an “Alcohol Con-sumption Warning Meter,” I find myself needing to apologize to my reading public and recant an earlier soap box blabber-ing — I had drinks in my hand while I was on the dance floor –—but the drink was also running up my arms to my elbows, slopped all over my own feet, and the feet of anyone within a one-foot radius of my gyrating.

And if that wasn’t enough, the majority of the time I was double-fisting it. How could I not make a mess? Don’t get me wrong, I had a blast. At least I “think” I did.

But what concerns me the most is that I seem to be regressing every time I go out. I know I am a cheap date and it does not take much “Liquid Bravery Juice” to get me jacked up, but it’s the antics that go along with this — the hooting, the hollering, the slopping every-

where, the reckless aban-don, the “who cares” at-titude.

My own 20-year-old son shows more control than I do! I have got to do one of three things:

• Pace myself and stay seated;

• Stay home;• or Carry On McDuff,

just as I am, and let the drinks spill where they may. I don’t have a crys-

tal ball, but I can make a wager that the latter will be the winner.

I also have another premoni-tion, being that I am writing this the day after the hell night be-fore — I am having a vision of me doing the “Horizontal Spinal Stretch” on the sofa until it is time for bed.

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Tales from ‘The Home of the Tigers’

STEPHEN — Hey there, Tiger buddies! This is Angela and Michaela here with you during Radi-cal Week.

Last week our Grade 3/4s went swim-ming in Vanastra. They loved being able to spend time with their classmates, and all the splashing and safe water fun. The bottom line is that they all enjoyed them-selves thoroughly.

That same day our teacher Mr. Hundey and five representatives from our school, (including our one and only Michaela)

went to Stratford Northwestern Secondary School to meet David Suzuki. They all were so excited to be given the opportunity to meet David, and to talk about differ-ent things happening with our environment and econ-omy. Michaela says that it was fun and a great learning experience.

Also last week our Grade 3s and 4s went to Exeter Public School to see French per-former/singer Juli Powers. They enjoyed being able to sing along to her songs live. They also found the experience very in-volving with the audience.

We would like to give a reminder to stu-dents to buy their Much dance tickets. If they buy them from the school we get $5 back to our school, so be sure to bring your $10 and the permission slip for the ticket.

You may not be a motivational speaker or great at sing-ing, but you have a voice. We all do. And we’ve recently been given the opportunity to use it.

I didn’t think my voice mattered. Maybe you are sitting there thinking what can my voice do? Let me remind you of a few stories about a voice that shaped a nation.

William Wilberforce is a name that many know and he was just one man who stood up against the slave trade. He was advocating for complete abolishment. His faithfulness in the small things gave way to the defense of equality for human-ity, which resulted in changed nations. Wilber-force had to start somewhere and when he real-ized that his voice would make a difference, he was able to use it effectively.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech would never have been heard if he didn’t speak up and share his concern and passion for civil rights in his every day life. No one would have guessed the im-pact it still makes today. But because he chose to use his voice, we are all experiencing that ripple effect, some more personally than others.

Even the idea that we have health care came with

citizens like you and I voting for a political party that represented caring for the concerns and welfare of all Canadians. The health care system we have now can

be attributed to several men and women but most prominently to Tommy Douglas. He stood up and worked almost his whole life preaching about the benefits of governmental health care. Though there might be things that need changing, it was that one man who used his voice to impact a nation.

Coming up in May we too have a choice whether or not we want to be heard. It is not about what leader you want running the country but more so what kind of Canada you desire. If we don’t think our voices are signifi-

cant we need to remember what others before us have said and done. I challenge you this election to vote and be proud that you can. It is time that we realized just how much one vote could make a difference.

I know I’m thankful for Nellie McClung this election season so I can even go to the polls. She spoke up and here I am living in her legacy. I think I’ll take to the polls when it is my turn and use my vote wisely. You have a voice. I challenge you to use it.

CASEY CYRGET REAL

You have a voice ... use it wisely

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‘Eagles Pride’ at St. Anne’sBy mikenna Lane

Special to the timeS-advocate

CLINTON — St. Anne’s celebrated what students can do to make a positive change this past week.

On April 13 students participated in International Pink Day where we wore a substantial amount of pink to take a stand against bullying and to celebrate diversity. Also on Wednesday the school’s band competed at the Kiwanis Festival in Stratford with great success. Students shared their talents with the public and the school April 14 and 15 at the Cel-ebration of the Arts. Students performed, displayed their art work, and the actors of the school performed their hit play “It’s Not You, It’s Me.”

All our spring sports teams are gearing up for an exciting season. Members of the Junior Badminton team competed in a tournament in Mitchell and we had a lot fun hosting the Huron-Perth Elementary Bas-ketball Tournament. We also had a blast hosting the All Girls Dance on April 16, where girls from around Huron County came together to help our sisters in Kenya build a high school.

As we enter into Holy Week, it’s important to be grateful for every-thing that we have to remember that we have a responsibility to help others.

We wish everyone a blessed Easter!

Oops, I did it again

Exeter Eagle FlightsEXETER — Hey Exeter! Sorry you

missed our last article; things have been pretty busy here at Exeter Public.

The Grade 8s are gearing up for their graduation, which is slowly sneaking up. Did you know this year’s Grade 8 graduating class will be the second last one for Exeter Public? Starting in 2012 the Grade 7 and 8 will be moving into the high school.

Exeter Public loves to do things that are helpful for the environment. For example, on April 20 our school will be involved in the community clean-up from 1:50-3:10 p.m. Let’s keep our community a

clean and happy environment to live in. On April 21 we will be celebrating Earth Day at the

school with a variety of activities and presentations. Also, don’t forget EPS students to pack a

littlerless lunch every Wednesday. If your lunch has no garbage your name can go into a draw towards winning a great litter-less prize. Good luck!

On Wednesdays you can buy kernel but-ter and salt popcorn for your lunch for $2 a bag, and the money goes to the Children’s Hospital. Hope you buy some!

Everyone is getting excited for the Eas-ter long weekend which is Fri., April 22 to

Mon., April 25. No school, guys!

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Panther ProfileEXETER — Things at South Huron District High School

are quite busy. Midterm reports were sent out this week. Last Thursday the final dance of the year was held. The

theme was “Bright and Tacky” and many students came out to celebrate to raise money to fund this year’s Formal.

Also this past weekend the SHDHS band hosted its annu-al Cabaret. There was a large crowd and as always a great

performance given by the students. On Tuesday the South Huron Envirothon Team competes at Huron Perth. They will

know shortly whether they are to advance. Wednesday is Bismarck Day! This week is also the first week for soccer tournaments.

The senior girls and boys play Tuesday, and the juniors, on Thursday. Lastly, there is a Spirit Assembly coming up Wed., April 27. Enjoy your long week-

end and have a Happy Easter. VAleRie Steckle And chARlotte AndeRSon

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New agency plays a vital role

The Mayors for Meals photograph and story which ran in your recent edition was appreci-ated as it highlights the importance of the Meals on Wheels service that is offered to seniors and frail elderly living in Huron County. With more than 21,000 meals delivered to individual homes by volunteers last year, Meals on Wheels is one of the many services offered by ONE CARE Home and Community Support Services.

What was not clear in the arti-cle is that ONE CARE Home and Community Support Services is a newly formed charitable, non-profit agency which brings together over 30 years of experi-ence of the former Midwestern Adult Day Services, Stratford Meals on Wheels and Neigh-bourly Services and Town and Country Support Services.

I wanted to take this opportu-nity to emphasize that the joining of these three vital organizations is an important development that builds on the experience and quality that each of the three agencies provided individu-ally. Joining together strengthens our ability to provide a range of supportive care services that en-able seniors and people with dis-abilities to enjoy a good quality of life as they age at home and to make it easier for people to get the kind of services they need.

Along with Meals on Wheels, ONE CARE is able to offer a number of services including Adult Day Programs, In-Home Personal Support, Home Sup-port, Home Help and Respite, Supportive Housing/Assisted Living, Safety and Reassurance Programs, Home At Last, Dining and Social Programs, Exercise and Wellness and Easyride Transportation.

An aging population and more people living with chronic conditions means that there is more need for the support and specialized services that ONE CARE delivers. We play a vital role in the health and quality of life for clients and provide peace of mind for caregivers.

Kathy Scanlon Executive director

ONE CARE Home and Community Support Services

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EXETER – Accolades have come quickly and often for the South Huron District High School (SHDHS) badmin-ton team this season.

The team picked up three gold medals at the recent Mitchell Invitational tournament, the latest in a string of impressive finishes.

Scott Gregus and Taelor Douglas (mixed doubles) fin-ished second in their pool in Mitchell, beating a pair from Central Huron Secondary School (CHSS) in the gold medal match.

Steve Gregus and Corey Smith (boys doubles) went undefeated the entire tournament, also taking home gold.

Josie McCann (girls singles) earned South Huron's other gold medal, going undefeated in the tournament.

South Huron also earned three medals at the Resurrection Catholic Secondary School tournament April 1 in Kitchener – two gold and one silver.

Steve Gregus and Smith went undefeated the whole day and won gold, as did Scott Gregus and Linette Melick.

McCann finished second in the tournament. The South Huron senior 'A' team competed at the St.

Michael's Invitational tournament March 30 in Stratford, posting solid results in a tough division.

Scott Gregus and Taelor Douglas went 5-1 in the round robin and made it to the tournament final.

McCann also went 5-1 and made it to the semi-finals. Steve Gregus and Smith won their first four matches but lost the last two, putting them out of the playoffs.

Jaemi Douglas and Katie Dionne also finished one win out of the playoffs and Josh DeNotter had a "terrific" tour-nament as the team's only rookie, according to coach Mandy Migchels.

March 24 at the Stratford Club Tournament the South Huron senior team had a good day, winning its division in the round robin but failing to move on after the quarterfi-nal.

The junior team came home with a silver medal. The

tournament was unique, according to Migchels, because schools moved on as teams and not as individuals.

Also competing at April 1 Kitchener tournament were DeNotter, Jaemi Douglas and Emily Boyle, Brooke Geilan and Michelle Hall, Adam Hall and Will Kwajafa, Zach Toornstra and Renee Quick, and Brent Godkin.

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Golden – The Exeter Classiques Skating Team competed in the Deveau/Winfield skating competition March 26 in Chatham. The team skated twice and finished first in both skates to capture the gold medal in the Adult 3 category. The team is also proud that they won the Bernie Deveau spirit award for the fourth time. Recently the team also competed at the Skate Canada Adult Nationals

Stuckless tour-ney – The Carl and Shirley Stuckless Me-morial Dart Tourna-ment was held April 2 at the Lucan Legion, raising $1,200 for the Canadian Cancer So-ciety. The Stuckless family sought to thank the Legion for its con-

tinued support of this event, along with all who participated and donated prizes and money. The event is held the first Sat-urday of every April. Pictured (above left photo) is Lucan Legion President Gary Melvin presenting Dianne Whitelaw with a cheque for the Canadian Cancer Soci-ety. From left to right are: Mark Stuck-less, Donny Stuckless, Bob Nichol, Deb Stilson, Whitelaw, Melvin, Bill Shannon, Kevin Lampkin, Bob Stuckless and Dan-ny Stuckless. At left picture are winners of the tournament “B” champions Bob Nichol and Deb Stilson and “A” champs Bill Shannon and Kevin Lampkin. (photos/submitted)

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Award winners – A number of awards were handed out at the South Huron Minor Hockey Association (SHMHA) annual general meeting in March. In the above left picture, SHMHA co-chairman Al Gordon presents Brian Horner with the Bill Batten Award for commitment to children having a great hockey league to play in. Second from left picture, Gordon stands with Jarret Vink and Dailey Trainor, winners of the Mike Cooper Most Sportsmanlike Award for Novice Boys. Third from left: Kristyn Darling stands with Dylan Relouw, winner of the Mike Lightfoot Award as the Novice Rep player who consistently demonstrates determination and perseverance in the game of hockey. At right, Gordon stands with Heather Wells, winner of the Pauline McCann Hockey Mom Award.(photos/submitted)

South Huron Minor Hockey hands out awards

EXETER – Terry O'Rourke of Exeter, a retired teacher, coach and former head of the South Huron District High School (SHDHS) phys-ical education department, was rec-ognized last week for volunteer ser-vice.

O'Rourke was named winner of the Syl Apps Special Achievement Award for Volunteerism, which rec-ognizes outstanding service to the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) and school sport.

A teacher at SHDHS for 35 years, O'Rourke coached boys' and girls' basketball, track and field, rugby, soccer and volleyball.

He started both the rugby and girls' soccer programs at SHDHS and was on the selection committee

for the Ontario Women's basketball team.

He also founded and directed (for 30 years) the South Huron Basketball Camp for elementary school students, among many other achievements included in a biogra-phy provided by the Sport Alliance of Ontario.

O'Rourke has been directly involved with OFSAA 10 years, four as a member of the executive.

He was also a member of the Western Ontario Athletic Association (WOSSAA) board of directors for 20 years, acting as executive director for eight years.

At OFSAA he was also the WOSSAA rep for eight years and continues to chair OFSAA's classifi-cations committee.

"It's very humbling, and at the same time very gratifying," O'Rourke said of the award. "(I'm) certainly accepting it on behalf of all the others who do the same thing – particularly teacher-coaches."

Asked if there's a particular accomplishment that stands out, O'Rourke cited his entire body of work.

"Just kind of the fact I was involved with a lot of different things," he said. "I certainly enjoyed the coaching, and ... I think just the fact that I was able to become involved in all different facets of school life."

The Syl Apps Award was slated to be given April 14, when O'Rourke was scheduled to speak at the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Dinner in Exeter.

He expected to pick up the award later in the week, at OFSAA's annu-al meetings in Toronto.

"It's a pretty prestigious award, so ... I was just blown away," O'Rourke said. "I was really surprised and like I say, very appreciative at the same time, because obviously I guess what I did was important to some-body."

In its nomination form, OFSAA said O'Rourke's "calm demeanor, thoughtful decision-making, and strong belief in, and practice of, fair play and good sportsmanship set an excellent example for the many stu-dents whom he taught and coached during his career.

"OFSAA believes Terry exempli-fies the criteria for the Syl Apps Award and we are pleased to put forth Terry O'Rourke as our nomi-nee."

O’Rourke recognized with award for volunteerism

Award winner – Exeter’s Terry O’Rourke was recently recog-nized with the Syl Apps Special Achievement Award for Volunteer-ism, which recognizes outstanding service. O’Rourke is seen here (above right) in a file photo shortly before his retirement last year from teaching and coaching at South Huron District High School. (photo/Ben Forrest)

Gearing up – Members of the Exeter Lions Club were at Morri-son Dam Monday, adding rainbow trout to the water for the 27th an-nual fishing derby they’re organizing with the Ausable Bayfield Con-servation Foundation. The event will run from 7 a.m. until noon May 7, and is geared toward families. Those interested can register the day of the event, and a french fry wagon will be on site. Pictured (above left) is Lion and event chairperson Jeremy Straw dumping a load of rainbow trout into a bucket. Below: Straw and Lions Club president Paul Scott stand with one of the fish. (photo/Ben Forrest)

Lions, ABCF gearing up for trout fishing derby

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