HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-02-01, Page 6North Huron hopes to
create a good first impression
in an exchange program.
A recommendation from
committee of the whole to
council Jan. 22 will see the
Wingham ward participating
in First Impressions
Community Exchange
Program with Ridgetown.
First Impressions is a
structured process that reveals
the first impression a
community conveys to
outsiders. Each community
establishes visiting teams of
five to six residents of varying
backgrounds, occupations and
ages.
They pay an unscheduled
visit, then provide
constructive feedback to the
other exchange community.
The information can help
pinpoint strengths and
weaknesses within the
municipality.
Brussels was in the program
with Watford in recent years.
Ridgetown has a similar
population to Wingham’s with
3,358. The economic
development consultant for
the Ministry of Agriculture,
Food and Rural Affairs,
Nancy Ross contacted North
Huron about becoming
involved.
The costs would be for
mileage, accommodations
and any expenses associated
with hosting a public meeting
for Ridgetown’s presentation
at a later date.
As the recommendation
was approved by council,
clerk-administrator Kriss
Snell explained that they are
looking into an exchange for
Blyth as well.
“Blyth was matched last
year with Stirling, but it’s my
understanding that BiG later
decided not to proceed. We’re
proposing putting Blyth
back.”
The only drawback, he said,
will be the mileage to Stirling,
which is located just north of
Belleville.
A meeting is being held
March 7.
PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2007.A tragedy affected Carl andTab McCallum and family
last week, when fire
destroyed their home.
Because it happened during
the day, no one was in the
home at the time, although
Carl was close by.
I don’t know the official
cause of the fire, but no
matter, it’s a terrible thing to
lose your home, your contents
and those special memories.
Ed McClure has returned
from a trip to Puerto Viarta,
Mexico. He was away one
week and stayed at the Royale
DeCameron resort. He reports
great weather, great food and
a great time.
He enjoyed four wheeling
and went whale watching and
saw three whales in the bay
area. He went kayaking and
dolphins frolicked right
alongside.
He recommends the resort
and area to all.
Congratulations to our son
Scott who graduated this
week from the third level
general carpentry apprentice
course from Fanshawe
College. The graduation
ceremonies were held onFriday at the college.Scott is returning to workfor Mike Boven Carpentryand will wait for the date ofhis certification exam.Off ice fishing are Mike andKelly Boven, Jeremy, JoeRyan, Terry Sloan and HaroldBridge. They were off to LakeNippissing, where it’sreported lots of ice and the
huts are out. They stay right
in the huts for their two
nights, three-day stay. Not my
idea of a Holiday Inn, but
men will be men.
They were hoping to catch
perch, pickerel or pike.
KMM Farm Drainage
owners and others attended
the Land Improvement
Contractors of Ontario
convention in London last
week. Meetings and business
sessions were held onWednesday and Thursday.Attending were Ron andBetty McCallum, Paul andDianne McCallum and Billand Sharon McClure.Chad and CrystalMcCallum attended the first-aid course and other coursesbeginning on the Tuesday. The men took advantage ofa tour by Big O, through the
facility that makes the steel
pipe and other facets of the
industry.
The ladies went on the bus
trip that offered a winetasting
venue and cheese. A chef also
prepared specialties for them.
We wish the best to Ruth
Johnston who is a patient in
hospital at this time.
Our deepest sympathy is
extended to Isobel Gibson
and family on the passing of
Gerald.A loss to Brussels ofanother popular and fine,upstanding citizen of thetown. Sorry to hear that HarryGillis is in hospital inSeaforth. We hope he iscoming along.Walton’s Duff’s UnitedChurch enjoyed coffee andmuffins following the service
on Sunday.
This Sunday’s breakfast
will be served before church,
so come out and enjoy a
delicious meal for a donation.
Celebrating birthdays this
past week were Scott
Bromley, Brenda McIntosh,
Ryan Jacklin, Tommy Parr,
Fred Uhler, Jason McCall,
Chris Ryan, Mark Wilbee,
James Blake, Brian Traviss
and Dave Watson.
Quality time
It was a special time at Walton Little School
Friday as they celebrated Family Literacy Day
with a breakfast and book party to start the day.
Following muffins and juice, parents were
invited to read with their children and enjoy
some play time. Ian Driscoll listened intently
while mom, Crystal Whyte, tells him all about
Franklin’s adventure. (Bonnie Gropp photo)
NH looks for First Impression
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By Jo-AnnMcDonaldCall 887-6570PEOPLE AROUNDWALTON
By Bonnie Gropp
The Citizen
Winner
Lexi Smith of Brussels was
the winner of the Alz-
heimer’s poster contest.
Grades 4 and 5 students
entered a picture on how to
keep your brain healthy.
Lexi drew a picture of
herself playing the piano,
which she feels will keep
her brain healthy and is fun
to do. Lexi received an Mp3
player and a book about
Alzheimer’s. A represen-
tative from the Society will
be coming to her Grey
Central class to talk about
the disease. The
presentation was made at
the Walk for Memories at
F.E. Madill this past
Saturday. The Walk this
year raised $8,600 in
Wingham, the highest total
ever, and county-wide it is
anticipated the amount will
reach or succeed last
year’s figure of $26,000.
(Advance Times photo)