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First at third
The winners of the J.R. Coultes trophy for first place in the
third draw at the Wingham Curling Club received their
trophy from Jim Coultes, right at the banquet April 17.
Accepting were Verna Taylor and Stewart Leedham. Absent
were Dianne Simpson and Merle Underwood. (Photo submitted)
Well done
The daytime curling league at Wingham Curling Club presented its awards at the annual
banquet April 17. Taking the first draw trophy was the Les Shaw rink. From left: Pete Eskritt,
Shaw, Gord Heatherington, Ed Stewart and Ross Peacock, presenting the trophy on behalf of
Foxton Fuels. (Photo submitted)
Draw 2
The Wingham Curling Club’s daytime league presented its
awards April 17. The trophy for the second draw winners
went to, from left: Lloyd Wheeler, Jean Nethery, Ross
Peacock, and (absent) Barry Simpson. Kevin Underwood,
right, donated the trophy. (Photo submitted)
A celebration to acknowledge the
defibrilator campaign for the North
Huron Wescast Community
Complex is going to be held in the
fall.
That time of year is later than
suggested at the committee of the
whole meeting.
However, director of
recreation/facilities Pat Newson
explained to councillors at their
April 16 meeting that the fall was
probably a better time to hold a free
skate.
“Right now people are thinking of
ball and soccer. My idea is to unveil
the defibrilator at a public skate in
September, when hockey hasn’t
started yet, but the kids are keen to
get skating.”
The cost of the unit is $2,500, plus
$500 for the case. They are also
purchasing two training units at
$500 apiece.
The fundraising campaign was
spearheaded by Cole Dunn, a
member of the Wingham Novice
team. Other groups got behind the
campaign and in a very short time
had raised $8,000.
Newson added that Blyth arena
manager Dave Cook is “leading the
charge” there to raise funds so that
there will soon be defibrilators in
both facilities.
While the amount already raised
far exceeds what is needed to
purchase and provide staff training,
there could even be other funding
available, Newson said.
“I called Heart and Stroke and
while there is not system in place for
us to actually apply, the person I
spoke with suggested waiting four to
six weeks to see if there is money
available. I’ve delayed the purchase
in the hopes that we may hear there
are some dollars.”
Deputy-clerk Kathy Adams
wondered if the unit was mobile and
where it would be located.
Newson said it would be in the
lobby. When it’s removed from the
case an alarm sounds alerting the
staff. “Doctors recommended the
location,” said Newson.
Adams expressed a concern about
waiting. “I would hate to see
something happen.”
Newson agreed, but added that she
also wants to see additional money
coming their way if it’s there. “If
the dollars are a 50 per cent match
I would hate to not see that
funding.”
The money above and beyond the
cost will be used by various groups,
such as minor hockey, for additional
training on the equipment.
“It is a significant commitment for
volunteers,” said Newson.
Staff will be required to re-certify
every two years, with the exception
of fitness personnel and lifeguards
who require yearly certifications.
Maintenance is done through a
plan, with people coming on site to
ensure the equipment is working
effectively.
FASTBALL PITCHING CLINICS
FUN EVENTS SUPPORT CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Net funds from the following events are being donated to the W.O.A.A. Campaign,
investing in the sporting future of youth in Western Ontario communities.
Thurs. May 17, Tues. May 22 & Thurs. May 24
North Huron Wescast Complex — Wingham
Featuring Doug Neil, Alison Bradley and Moe Wilson
GIGANTIC GARAGE & BAKE SALE/BBQ
Sat. May 26 — 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
W.O.A.A. Office, 5 John St. E., Wingham
65th ANNIVERSARY REUNION BRUNCH
Sun., June 24 — 12:00 noon
North Huron Wescast Complex - Knights of Columbus Hall
Silent Auction - W.O.A.A. King & Queen
- Campaign Announcement - $25/person
“Building For Our Future”
— Investing in the future of our youth
www.woaa.on.ca
Saturday, August 11
Goderich Sunset Golf Club - $100/person
For Event information — Contact W.O.A.A.
519-357-3512 — email lindae@bmts.com
5th ANNUAL CELEBRITY
GOLF TOURNAMENT
SportsNorth Huron will celebrate
defibrilator campaign in fall
By Bonnie Gropp
The Citizen