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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2008-04-10, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2008. Road work Last week 25 teams took to the pavement at St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School in Clinton for a chance to be crowned school champions at its annual road hockey tournament. Students were asked to bring a non-perishable food item for local charities to participate. (Shawn Loughlin photo) THE EDITOR, The Huron CNIB Focus on Crocus Campaign for 2008 was a huge success. The campaign raised funds by selling pots of crocus. Funds thus raised will help the CNIB provide service to the 273 clients in Huron County who are blind, partially blind or deaf blind. Of course, the campaign could not have succeeded without the help of many businesses, food stores, malls, nursing homes, credit unions and hospitals where we had displays and sold crocus. The displays were served by many volunteers – especially members of Lions Clubs from Goderich, Wingham, Auburn, Seaforth, Blyth, Londesborough, Clinton, Vanastra and Exeter. Lions truly are the “knights of the blind.” I trust that everyone who helped in any way – either selling or buying crocus – recognize that their help is important and is appreciated. Anyone who missed the Focus on Crocus but wants to help would be welcome on our fundraising Walk Toward Independence at the Menesetung Trail in Goderich on May 25. Sincerely, Bob Fischer. Letter to the editor THE EDITOR,Once again the BrusselsOptimist Club was rewardedwith the generosity of ourvery supportive community. Our annual dinner and auction was another huge success on Saturday night with the proceeds going to Make a Wish and community betterment. During the event I received an envelope, but in my haste I did not open it. Upon opening the letter on Sunday I realized this letter was intended to be read to the crowd gathered on Saturday night. I would like to share this letter to you now: “To the members of the Brussels Optimist club and the Brussels Community, There are no words or feeling that can describe the support you have offered myparents (Pat and George)these past few months. It hasbeen a very difficult time andthe support that has been there from this community is nothing short of amazing. Talking with my dad this week he remarked to me that he could not believe how much had been done for Mom and him since he has been in the hospital. I told him that we were so thankful but not truly surprised as in life what goes around comes around. We received in return what we have given not because at any time do we expect it back, but we do things to help others because it is the right thing to do. One only has to attend a function like tonight (and like so many others in thiscommunity) to know howincredible Brussels is forhelping others. The people ofBrussels offer their support time and time again because it is a caring and supportive village with a huge heart. My parents are very lucky to have called Brussels home for the past 40 years. These past few months have been made easier on my dad knowing all the support thathas been offered to him andmy mom while he is takingtherapy in Stratford.We know he is anxious to get home because as everyone knows he has a hard time doing nothing. (Thank goodness he has two grandsons to talk hockey with). People have a choice in life to sit on the sidelines or to participate and get involvedin making life better.Congratulations on makinglife better for so many. I knowsometimes we take things in life for granted but never take for granted how lucky you are all to live in this community and call Brussels home. From mom and dad and my family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Susan, Bill, Curtis, Maurissa and Brent.”At this time I would like tosincerely apologize to Susanand Bill for not taking time onSaturday night to read the letter. Obviously two people may be required to temporarily do the job that George made look easy. Get well soon George, we need you back. Kevin Deitner, Optimist dinner and auction co-chair. Letter to the editorOptimist shares letter from member’s family 2008 Cover Crop Protection Program Producers who are unable to seed commercial crops in 2008 due to excess moisture and/or spring flooding may be eligible for financial assistance through the Cover Crop Protection Program (CCPP). To be eligible for the CCPP, producers must be enrolled in provincial production insurance. Information on production insurance, provincial application deadlines and how to enroll can be obtained by contacting your provincial crop insurance agency. Provincial production insurance participants will automatically receive a CCPP declaration form. The deadline to submit declarations for benefits under this year’s program is November 30, 2008. For more information on the CCPP and other management practices to reduce soil erosion, call 1-800-667-8567 or visit www.agr.gc.ca/ccpp THE EDITOR, Soccer is now a go in Brussels this year. The Brussels Minor soccer executive have been very fortunate that two people who have done a lot for soccer in Brussels in the past have offered to fill the position of ref-in-chief. Neither wanted to see soccer die in Brussels. We want to say a huge thanks to Abi Corbett, who has no children in soccer, and Mike Thomas, who brought soccer to Brussels in 1990, for their dedication to the sport. As well, thank you to the people who have said they will be taking the referee course course for their time and commitment too. Without these people it would not be possible to run our league. This spring and summer when you are enjoying watching the kids playing soccer please remember that these people have made that possible. Please take the time to thank them. They deserve it. More refs are needed. You need to be 13 and up, and you can earn some cash. Anyone who would be interested please contact any executive member. The executive are pleased to announce the nights for soccer this year: Tuesdays will be U- 12s and U-8s. Wednesdays will be U-10s and Kiddie Kickers. Thursdays will be U-14s. There are still a few spaces left on some teams. Soccer games start the week of May 5 and will be finished the end of July. All players should hear from their coaches the week of April 21. Here’s to another great soccer season. Brussels Minor Soccer Executive. WANTED 7 HOMES THAT NEED ROOFING 7 homes in your area will be given the opportunity of having an INTERLOCK metal roofing system installed on their home at a reasonable cost. 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