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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2009-09-17, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2009. PAGE 3. Don’t forget Swinging Seniors meeting on Sept. 23 with a potluck lunch at 12 p.m. in Blyth Memorial Hall. Come out and enjoy the cards and fellowship. You are a senior when you reach the age of 55 years young. Belated happy birthday to Jim Walsh who celebrated on Sept. 14. Also happy anniversary to Jim and Elsie Walsh. Happy birthday to Larry Badley who celebrates Sept. 20. Jennifer Pierce and a girlfriend went to Europe for three weeks. She said it was really nice. She saw Robert John McNall’s grave. That’s her grandpa. We had another beautiful weekend for the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association’s Reunion. There were many things to see throughout the grounds. The people movers travelled around so if you were unable to walk you could ride and get off wherever you wanted. If you didn’t make the show you missed a good weekend. There was no church service at Blyth United this past week. We joined the threshers for their service in Shed 3. Sunday school resumes Sept. 20 at Blyth United Church. Come out and enjoy the fellowship at 11 a.m. The children go down to Sunday school during the worship service for their own time of fellowship. The pie makers are back in action making turkey pies on Sept. 30. Call Joann MacDonald at 519-523-9274. We are always looking for more help so come and join in the fun, no experience needed we will find you a job. The UCW is meeting on Sept. 24. Roll call is something fun you did this summer. The congregational meeting is after church on Sept. 20. The seventh annual remembrance and dedication service will be held at the Blyth Greenway Memory Garden, Drummond East in Blyth on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. The suggestion of a Memorial/Celebration Forest was brought to the attention of the Communities in Bloom Committee approximately eight years ago. The suggestion was to take some land that was currently scrub, and plant trees and perennials in memory of local people/descendants who have passed away, special anniversaries, etc. The service is held each year to help people deal with their loss, and to remind them that memories live on. The garden provides a way for people to be closer to nature. The Foundation will create, cultivate and enhance all aspects of conservation, helping to provide present and future generations with a safe and healthy environment. As the Memory Garden survives totally on donations, the donation cards are available at Falconer Funeral Homes in Clinton and Blyth, or by contacting Bev Elliott at 519- 523-4323 for more information. All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible. “One generation plants a tree or a flower, so the next can enjoy the shade or beauty. A tree and perennial program like this is important to the community and reminds them that harmony with the land is like harmony with a friend. Planting trees and perennials is a permanent way to recognize a loved one and at the same time give back to the earth.” They invite everyone to attend and hear what new projects are transpiring. Bring a lawn chair to the service. Refreshments will be served. The tragic death of one BlythWard councillor and the prolongedabsence of another brought some discussion at the Sept. 8 meeting of North Huron council. This was the first time councillors were back around the table since their colleague Murray Nesbittpassed away in an industrial mishapAug. 25. Clerk-administrator Kriss Snelloutlined the process that must befollowed under the Municipal Act. “Obviously when a councillor dies the seat is vacant, but council has until two meetings to declare the vacancy. Then there is 60 days to either appoint someone or hold a by-election.”In respect to councillor Nesbittcouncil made the decision to waituntil the next meeting to declare theseat vacant. There was also some information regarding the second Blyth councillor Greg McClinchey, who is now working in Ottawa and who, Snell confirmed, hasn’t attended ameeting since July 13. “The Municipal Act states that aseat becomes vacant if a councilloris absent for three successive monthswithout being authorized to do so by resolution of council.” At that time the seat is declared vacant and the same process follows. Snell stated that McClinchey has been in contact with the municipality, however and can still be reached by constituents at 519- 357-8297. Blyth vacancies at North Huron council Our fall mums are blooming. We have a large selection of colours to choose from GREYHAVEN GARDENS 1/2 mile west of Londesborough Open 7 days a week 519-523-9781 Gorgeous Garden Mums and Fall Planters FALL SALE All perennials & shrubs on sale now Blyth Greenway Memory Garden Please accept this as your invitation for yourself and your family to our 7th Annual Remembrance and Dedication Service at the Memory Garden Drummond Street East, Blyth Sunday, September 20th at 2 pm Please bring a lawn chair Join us for refreshments and fellowship Please take this opportunity to walk the Greenway Trail Sincerely, Blyth Greenway Memory Garden Committee Blyth 519-523-4323 1st Blyth Scouting REGISTRATION Beavers ~ 5-7 years Cubs ~ 8-10 years Scouts ~ 11-14 years Venturers ~ 15-18 years Wednesday, September 23 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Blyth Public School For more information contact: Shari Cartwright ~ 519-523-9974 ~ CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH HURON TAXES DUE The 2009 tax installment for the Township of North Huron is due on Friday, September 25, 2009. Interest at 1 1/4% per month, or any part thereof will be charged on unpaid accounts as of September 28th, 2009 and the first day of each month thereafter. NOTE: Persons who have acquired properties and have not received a tax bill should contact the Municipal Office. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve a taxpayer from responsibility for payment of taxes, nor from penalty for late payment. Please contact the Treasury Department in regards to the various payment options available. Pre-authorized payment sign up forms are available at www.northhuron.ca or at the Town Hall. Donna White Director of Finance Township of North Huron BBllyytthh AArreeaa FFaarrmmeerrss'' MMaarrkkeett Every Saturday 1:00 - 4:30 pm until September 19 Fresh fruits & vegetables, home baking, jams, jellies, pickles, maple syrup, meat products, wool & woollen products, sheepskins. Corner of Queen & Dinsley Streets Vendors Wanted Phone: 519-523-4792 NEWS FROM BLYTH By Bonnie GroppThe Citizen Big crowds Friday’s parade at the Thresher Reunion drew a big crowd as everyone wanted to see what made its way up to Blyth this year in terms of steam engines, tractors, cars and trucks. (Shawn Loughlin photo) Dedication service By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318 From Marilyn’s Desk