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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-12-01, Page 23VI, 'C McCIinchey South End\ Auto You have too much to lose ~ Don't drink & drive Qholdice Insurance Ltd. P.O. Box 69 470 Turnberry Street Brussels, ON NOG I HO (519)887-6100 Fax: (519)887-6109 e-mail: sholdice@wcl.on.ca Brussels Agromart Brussels 887-6273 Heavy Duty Truck Parts Brussels 887-9661 Blyth 523-9681 FARM AND M <IND U ST R I AL^Z howick MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Wroxeter, Ontario NOG 2X0 (519) 335-3561 (800) 265-3033 • Prompt Claims Service • Competitive Rates • Over 125 Years of Community Service “Quality Service is the cornerstone of everything we do." HURON FEEDING SYSTEMS Brussels 887-6289 Schimanski Family Funeral Home P.O. Box 354 403 Albert Street Brussels, Ontario Frank J. Schimanski Phone 887-6336 Funeral Director Fax 887-6438 McKillop Mutual Insurance Company 91 Main St. S., Seaforth NOK 1W0 527-0400 1-800-463-9204 BLYTH & DISTRICT FIRE DEPARTMENT Blyth 523-4211 ELLIOTT INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. 4 Generations since 1910 Blyth 523-4481 9We WJIOSSR Don't Drink & Drive When it comes to alcohol, it's easy to be fooled by appearances. But the fact is, that an "innocent" 12 oz. mug of beer, or a "harmless" 5 oz. glass of wine, is as guilty of causing intoxication as a standard 11/4 oz. shot of hard liquor. No matter what you're drinking, remember to drink responsibly and in moderation. Eating foods that are rich in protein beforehand, is another way to temper the effects of alcohol. RESPONSIBLE HOSTING AND reducing the festive spirit. By following these PLANNiNG ARE THE KEYS TO SZTX XX™ a’nXp WORRY-!" REE PARTIES. ensure guests arrive home safely," says Suzy The host can be held responsible for injuries or Rosensteln, a program developer with ARF’s damages that occur as a result of the alcohol they Health Promotion Program Development Unit, serve. By planning ahead, this risk and that of “Designating a sober server, offering guests having problems can be lowered. appropriate snacks and making low-alcohol and For advice on how to organize a safer gathering alcohoMree refreShments available to guests are and reduce risk of liability, the Addiction jmpOrtant (jeta(|s to consider," says Michael Research Foundation (ARF) and the Liquor .. ,Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) have developed Fa9a"’ mana9er’ Vintages/product knowiedge at a brochure called Having a Party? The brochure ,he LCB0’ Most imPortant- he sa*s' is ,or the lists 10 tips for responsible hosting including: hos‘to avoid drinkln9 ,o° much- mix drinks yourself instead of having an open "Staying sober so you can react quickly and bar; stop serving alcohol a few hours before the appropriately to any situation is the key to party is over, and find out how guests will be responsible hosting. Being responsible will going home from the party. enhance, not detract from, a great party," he said. "At this time of year, when alcohol is served on The Having a Party? brochure is available free so many occasions, we want to offer practical of charge at all LCBO stores or at the following advice on how to reduce the risks without Internet address: http://sano.arf.org/partytip.htm. FACTS 1998 R.I.D.E. Statistics for Huron County's 5 Week Program 6079 vehicles were stopped 9 people were charged with impaired operation 10 people received a 12 hour driving suspension 98 vehicle collisions - No fatalities (Hensall North) Males 19-44 scored highest in total number of crashes as well as crashes involving property damage, personal injury and fatalities. 24.4% of licensed drivers reported driving within an hour of consuming two or more drinks the Blyth Ipp Blyth 523-9381 MADD CANADA GIC'S - LIFE INSURANCE - RRSP'S - RRIF'S /W/land RNANC)AL VALLEY consultants ltd- MURRAY SIDDALL, CLU SUSAN CARTER C.l.M. 453 Turnherry St. BRUSSELS. ONTARIO NOG l HO Tel: (519) 887-2662 Mothers Against Drunk Drivers Drive SOBER - Save Lives! Huron/Bruce Chapter Wingham, ON N0G2W0 Tel: (519)357-4552 EVERY DRINKING DRIVER ISA POTENTIAL