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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-01-20, Page 19THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 1999. PAGE 19. OPP remind snowmohilers to play safe The heavy snowfall has created great snowmobiling conditions, but safety should always be remem­ bered. The Motorized Snow Vehicle Act sets guidelines for safe winter recreation. Though most trails meander through the countryside, crossing highways is often necessary. The Walk for Memories to aid Alzheimer’s As the Canadian population con­ tinues to age, the need increases to recognize and support those suffer­ ing from Alzheimers and their care­ givers. In support of the Alzheimer Soci­ ety, a Walk for Memories walk- athon will be held at local secondary schools, Jan. 23, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to raise funds for the society. The length of the walk can be as long or as short as one likes. Pledge NDP plan celebration for nomination act states that "no person shall drive a motorized snow vehicle on a serviced roadway of a King's highway or secondary highway except to cross al an angle of 90 degrees." This does not refer to county or township roads. Unless there is a prohibitive bylaw, snowmobiles can be driven ./Sects are available at Goderich District Collegiate Institute, F. E. Madill, Central Huron, Seaforth District and South Huron District Secondary Schools. The theme of this year's walk is "Caregiver Stress". With more than 600 people in Huron County affected, Cathy Rit- sema, the Huron County Alzheimer Society chapter co-ordinator said the society offers education and support groups as well as resource books and videos. on any portion of any roadway except the travelled part and plowed shoulder of a King's high­ way or 500 or higher-numbered highways in Northern Ontario. Riders must come to a full stop al a roadway before entering or cross­ ing. A full stop is also required al railways, whether on a road or pri­ vate properly. Often the stress suffered by the caregiver is not recognized because of the focus on the Alzheimer suf­ ferer. However, the caregiver can show signs of exhaustion, depres­ sion and social withdrawal and experience emotional outbursts and lack of sleep. "It takes such an enormous investment of time and energy that it can lead to a breakdown of a caregiver's own physical and emo­ tional health," said Lynda LeDuc, Unless municipal bylaws state otherwise, speed limits are as fol­ lows: 50 km/hr on any road where the speed limit is greater than 50 km/hr, or on public trails and 20 km./hr. where the speed limit is 50 km/hr. of less or in any public park or exhibition grounds. There is no speed limit on private properly, however, the act requires the national director of support ser­ vices and education. Also in the top 10 of stress sig­ nals is anger, anxiety about the future, lack of concentration, denial about the disease and increased health problems. Currently, it is estimated that 300,000 Canadians suffer from Alzheimers or other forms of dementia. That figure is expected to hit 750,000 by 2031 as an increas­ ing number of baby boomers sur­ pass the age of 65. For more information on the Alzheimer Society and its services contact Ritsema at 482-1482 or go on-line at www.alzheimer.ca. riders to operate a snowmobile no faster than is reasonable and pru­ dent under the existing conditions. Riders are guilty of careless driv­ ing if their actions are without due care and attention or reasonable concern for other persons. For further information, contact the local OPP detachment. KEB [ IW IN CINEMA 1 ■ [ SURROUND SOUND STEREO j ■ LISTOWEL 291-3070 STARTS FRIDAY CINEMA 1 7 P.M. pg Sunday Matinee 2 p.m. R A BUG'S LIFE ■ 9:15 P.M. AA WILL SMrrH, GENE HACKMAN ENEMY OF THE STATE CINEMA 2 7:00 & 9:15 P.M.■SUNDAY MATINEE 2 P.M. PATCH eg ADAMS ROBIN WILLIAMS The Huron-Bruce New Democrats are gearing up for an election with plans for an unusual nomination meeting in February. At a recent meeting held in Clinton the committee put the finishing touches on the evening program with the theme "Take Heart". In addition to the usual nomination fare of candidates and speeches there will be a party with dancing and refreshments to celebrate the people who make up the communities. Lynda Rotteau, Huron-Bruce NDP vice president and chair of the committee, said "For too long we have seen the Harris government attacking and belittling the members of our community. We say that children, parents, factory workers, small business, labourers, educators, health and social services workers, union members, self employed, farmers, ministry employees, homemakers, retires and youth are all part of our community and are all welcome to come to the party we are throwing at our nomination meeting. It is time to celebrate what we have and share as communities" The meeting/dance is planned for Friday, Feb. 5. Rotteau said that admission is free and open to all however only NDP members will be able to vote in the nomination process. The evening will start at 8 p.m. and Rotteau expects that the business will be concluded and the dancing started by 9:30. The venue for the event is McKay Hall in Goderich. The committee is also collecting items for a silent auction. In addition to Rotteau the members of the planning committee are Linda Easton, Mary Gregg and Willi Laurie. They believe they've put together an evening with just the right mix of politics and party to make a great night out with a valentine. Guides help smokers get on track With the beginning of the New Year many people decide to make a change in their lives. Some decide to quit smoking. As part of the National Non- Smoking Week 1999 (Jan. 18-24) activities, the Coalition For a Smoke-Free Huron-Perth is sending to doctors' offices, copies of a guide to help people quit smoking. If you are one of the 80 per cent of smokers who want to quit, you may benefit from talking to your doctor about how you can get on track. Doctors play an important role in supporting their patients to quit smoking. One of the ways that doctors in Perth and Huron Counties will be helping patients this month is by giving out free copies of Get On Track, a resource from The Lung Association. Get On Track gives advice on how to get ready to quit, what to do when you are quitting, and how to stay smoke-free after you have quit. This resource usually costs $5, but is free at.your doctor's office while supplies last. Funding for these booklets is made possible by the Coalition For a Smoke-Free Huron-Perth. The Coalition For a Smoke-Free Huron-Perth is a volunteer, non­ profit organization including representatives from community agencies, organizations, and concerned citizens. They are dedicated to protecting Huron and Perth County residents from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke, supporting people in their attempt to quit, and helping non- smokers to stay smoke-free. 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