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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2008-12-18, Page 19There are some basic needs on the wish list of the staff and residents of the Women’s Shelter, Second Stage Housing and Counselling Services of Huron this Christmas. The Centres in Goderich, Clinton and Exeter are hoping that some simple gifts from the community will help women and their children have a better holiday and new year. Topping the list are basic needs such as large bottles of shampoo and conditioner, new underwear for women and children, towels, blankets, comforters, pajamas, and slippers. The Centres will also gratefully accept donations of non- perishable food items and more traditional gifts which women and children (girls and boys up to age 16) may want to find under the tree. The gifts are also used throughout the year as birthday presents. For those wishing to make a more sizeable donation, there is a need for winter coats and boots for women and children. Any donation, including money, can be dropped off at the Goderich Centre, 376 Huron Rd. “We know that many people want to reach out and help others at this time of year,” says Michele Hansen, Executive Director of the organization. “Sometimes, even the smallest or simplest of gifts, like a bottle of shampoo or a pair of slippers, can really help us help women as they try to re-establish their lives. We are committed to supporting women and their children as we all work together to end violence.” Hansen also stresses that this is an important time of year for family, friends and neighbours to be extra supportive of women and their children who may be in abusive situations. She urges community members to reach out with information about their 24-hour helpline (1-800-265-5506) and for community members to know that the centres are ready to help women and their children at any time – holidays or otherwise. “We are resolved to end violence against women and their children. We are here to help and to provide counselling, housing and shelter. No woman or her child should stay in a dangerous environment at Christmas or any other time of the year,” says Hansen. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2008. PAGE 19. An RR2, Wingham man was fined$1,000 for careless driving inWingham’s provincial court Dec.11.Jamie Leachman pled not guilty todriving while impaired but guilty to the lesser charge. Attorney for the Crown D. MacIntyre said on March 1 the accused lost control of the snowmobile he was driving, “probably because of alcohol consumption” and hit a tree. He sustained a broken leg. In addition to the fine, Judge R.G.E. Hunter sentenced Leachmanto 90 days probation during which he is prohibited from drivingexcept for the purpose ofemployment. Leachman has six months to pay the fine. FINED Douglas W. McArthur of Gorrie pled guilty to failing to appear at the police station for fingerprinting, Feb. 23 and to a second charge of failing to appear in court April 17. Counsel for the accused Grant MacKinnon said his client thoughtthe matter had been dealt with.McArthur has no record.He was fined $300 on each chargeand given six months to pay the fine. SUSPENDED SENTENCE Christine Kirkwood of Stratford pled guilty to forgery. MacIntyre said that the victim reported to police the theft of two cheques from his automobile Aug. 12. That day, Kirkwood deposited a cheque in the victim’s nameendorsed to herself at the bank inWingham. The amount was $300.The next day she deposited a secondcheque in the bank in Lucknow. This one was made out for $500,but she only withdrew $300. Kirkwood was identified on the banks’ cameras as the person depositing the cheques. The banks transferred money from her account to cover the $600, said MacIntyre, so there is no outstanding balance owed.Duty counsel Lynn Johnston saidthe accused had lost her job at thetime and while awaitingunemployment benefits, was “desperate to get some money for food and realizes it was a stupid thing to do.” Hunter suspended passing of sentence and placed Kirkwood on a year’s probation. She must also complete 50 hours of community service. Daily necessities top list at Huron’s Women’s Shelter Be sure to donate safe foods Court newsMan fined $1,000 for careless driving This is the season for giving. Food donations matter to the people in the community who rely on food banks. Make sure to donate foods that are safe. The Huron County Health Unit offers tips to keep in mind when donating foods: Do… • Donate non-perishable food items such as commercially-canned foods and packaged dry goods (such as cereals and grains). • Check best-before dates and expiry dates. Don’t… • Do not donate home canned products. • Do not donate dented, rusty or swollen cans • Do not donate canned goods that are missing labels • Do not donate expired or out-of- date products. • Do not donate damaged or open dry goods packages. Food donations make a difference. Make sure they’re safe by following these tips. TT hh ee CC ii tt ii zz ee nn 55 22 33 --44 77 99 22 88 88 77 --99 11 11 44 Get Your Message AROUND THE WORLD IMMEDIATELY If you have important papers that need to go somewhere FAST ... use THE CITIZEN’S FFAAXX MMAACCHHIINNEE!! Our Fax machine can contact any other Fax machine, in the world, instantly. We offer this service for a cost of $4.00 per printed sheet for the first one and $1.00 per additional sheet. (And the long distance charges are free in North America) Our Fax Number, is also your number, so use it to receive your messages at $1.00 per sheet. HERE ARE OUR FAX NUMBERS... BLYTH 523-9140 BRUSSELS 887-9021 WE CAN RECEIVE 24 HRS. PER DAY! 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