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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2001-03-07, Page 3tbe 81)41) It i 523-9381 141 /1E4 or come In for SEit Lv our great tasting pizza, 411 • each one made from the finest, freshest Ingredients. Choose from the following toppings: pepperoni, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, bacon, olives, ham, sausage, pineapple, hot peppers & double cheese. BUY ONE and get a second for 1/2 price Thursday, Friday & Saturday 5 p.m. 'til closing eat in or take out Soccer & Baseball Registration Wed., Mar. 7, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Sat., Mar. 10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at the Blyth Public School for boys and girls ages 3-17 team for 18+ New this year: teams for 3-5 yr olds Please register on these dates so c4' number of teams can be determined. For more information for soccer call Herb Van Amersfoort at 523-4202 for baseball call Karen McClinchey at 526-7158. Queen St., Blyth 523-9709 private Member Sevil tiiroko Warnc,r Ikeda Ladies' Slav!, 4-20 The Citizen's 2001 Phone Book is now available Pick up extra copies for only $1.' ea. at either of our offices in Blyth or Brussels oo "41 Pickles vonnie the P°°11 kris k ots Su g ar K oine Hollywood 4 Girlz New Arrivals Daily See you at ,Women's Day Out 4--7 April 7th THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2001. PAGE 3. Blyth soccer seeks municipal help for new fields FROM BLYTH A former Blyth resident has received honours for the second con- secutive year for his top performance in Ontario as a salesperson for Bestfoods. McInnes, in his third year with Bestfoods, is the first person to win the award two years in a row. The award, presented at the annual conference in Banff, AB., is based on sales volume, company involvement, computer usage, team participation, store displays and innovative mar- keting. On Monday, Feb. 22 there were five tables of euchre in play at Bainton's Art Gallery. The high lady was Lillian Appleby and Ted East was the high man, having also earned seven lone hands. The most lone hands for the ladies went to Kay Konarski while Kathy Bromley had the most lone hands for the men. Ruth Shiell was the low lady and Evelyn Christensen was the low man for the night. Euchre resumes every Monday night at 8 p.m. On Friday, March 2 the monthly Blyth and Area Dining Out program was hosted again at the Blyth Anglican Church by Town and Country. There were 32 guests in attendance as well as 11 deliveries by Adrian Vos. Special thanks to extra helpers Greg Brandon and Amanda Bearss who helped with the meal. The menu was chicken with apple/raisin pie and ice cream for dessert. Convenor Diane Weber welcomed everyone. Special guests from By Bonnie Gropp Citizen staff Herb Van Amersfoort attended the North Huron council meeting Monday night to discuss the possi- bility of some municipal funding to assist with the construction of new soccer fields at the south edge of the village. Though Van Amersfoort wondered about the funds from the sale of the Blyth PUC, Deputy-Reeve Jeff Howson explained that that money had already been earmarked for other projects. Councillor Murray Nesbitt ques- tioned the need for three fields, and wondered what would happen to the original one behind the arena that had come about through the efforts of many community groups and indi- viduals. Seaforth Manor were brought over by Charlene Foxton. Margaret Radford is well known by Blyth res- idents and also present was Man Willis. Although Everett Scrimgeour would have loved to attend, he cur- rently is in the hospital where he recently underwent a knee replace- ment and is recuperating well. We hope the speedy recovery continues. Other people that we are thinking of are Dorothy Daer, Graeme McDowell, Marian Haggitt and Bernice McClinchey who were unable to attend this month. Birthdays being celebrated for the month of March are Bill Craig, Frances Clark, Marie Button, Toni Vos and our great cook Millie Hoggarth. Also special congratula- tions go out to Lawrence and Jean Plaetzer who are celebrating an anniversary this month. Bill Craig received an early birth- day present as he was the winner in the 50/50 draw. The door prize went to Mrs. Hulzebos. Dianne handed out surveys for everyone to fill out concerning the likes/dislikes of the diners meals and entertainment. A special reminder was made that March is the Kidney Foundation month. Blyth Legion Br. 420 General Meeting Wednesday, March 7, 2001 8:30 p.m. Sp,eciat Qaea,t Kristy Blair Speaking on her trip to Switzerland taessease Weleante Van Amersfoort explained that while the field was perfect for the younger teams and would always be utilized in this manner, it was too narrow for the older players. He said that while the field was originally intended to be official size, some- thing happened when constructed and it fell short. Van Amersfoort noted as well that the tremendous growth of soccer in . the area, from 45 when it began in 1986 to an estimated 200 plus this season, has made scheduling games a problem. Often times the field was overbooked and as games have to be played in the daylight there was no time for practices. As well, Blyth is the only team in the league in which they play that his unable to host a tournament, which would bring revenue to the munici- pality, Van Amersfoort explained. The guest speaker is no stranger to many involved in the Town and Country program — Tammy Antaya from Exeter. She spoke on the LifeLine service telephones now available. These provide immediate emergency responses. The calls go in to the office in Toronto which is staffed 24 hours a day. In turn, police, fire departments, ambulance and family members can be informed immediately if needed. Help is only a touch away, whether it be in the form of a necklace or a bracelet that people can speak into to give the needed information. If a person is unable to speak due to a heart attack, stroke, etc. then someone will automatically be noti- fied to deal with the matter as quick- ly as possible. Periodically the equipment is set off by mistake, yet cases like this are much nicer to deal with than an emergency. It also proves that the equipment is working properly. A short informative film was shown. The price of this essential product is equivalent to drinking ,wo cups of. coffee a day. Asked what the soccer group was doing to raise the money needed, Van Amersfoort said that there is currently $13,000 in the soccer account. Registration would help with costs to a degree, but he is hop- ing for sponsorships from munici- palities and corporations. Howson said that many people from Blyth were concerned that the new fields would mean the old one wouldn't be used. "But if you got the word out, if people had a better understanding of some of the things you've told us tonight, it might help clear up those concerns." As the land for the new fields had been donated for use to the soccer group, Howson noted, "It would be foolish for you to walk away from what's been thrown in your lap." Councillor Archie MacGowan said it would be beneficial for council to The next Diners meal will be on April 6 with Elinor Clarke demon- strating. The atmosphere will be based on the Easter theme. The advisory committee then held its first meeting of 2001. 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