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The Citizen, 2005-09-01, Page 32PAGE 32. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2005. Area route one of 19 great fall drives A familiar route to Perth and Huron » County residents, Shakespeare to the Shoreline has been selected as one of 19 Great Fall Drives by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism. This new initiative is a province­ wide program offering an opportunity to tour, taste and linger using a colourful new brochure to guide their travels throughout Ontario. Each excursion explores beautiful countryside and features a sampling of great experiences along the way. Maps and contact information complete the package. The Fall Drives Shakespeare-to- thc-Shoreline route was developed by the regional partners who jointly created this special travel piece, following the historic Hwy. 8. from the Hamlet of Shakespeare to the shores of Lake Huron. The Shakespeare to the Shoreline travel program is now in its second year and this support from the Ontario Tourism ministry is a great opportunity to welcome residents to become tourists in their own backyard. The Great Fall Drives brochures, 200,000 in total, are being distributed in travel centres such as Tourism Stratford and Tourism Goderich, as well as through the CAA travel magazine, Ontario Travel Centres and corporate partners: Avis, Ontario’s Finest Inns. Resorts Ontario and Ontario Parks. This brochure distribution is supported online at: www.ontariotravel.net/greatdrives The Shakespeare to the Shoreline travel experience encourages visitors to the Stratford area to stay longer and explore the region, using self-guided themed tour routes. Shakespeare to the Shoreline themes include: Antiques and Collectibles, Artisans and Art Galleries, Farm Markets. Gardens and Gardeners’ Dreams. Historic Stops and Attractions, Live Theatre and Performances and Nature Walks. This new travel project will stimulate interest in creating overnight driving tours throughout Ontario that showcase the bounty of fall - spectacular fall colours, harvest activities and fall fairs. The Great Fall Drives program welcomes a broad market to experience Perth and Huron Counties this fall. For your copy of the Great Fall Drives and Shakespeare to the Shoreline brochures visit www.ontariotravel.net/greatdrives or stop by Tourism Stratford or Tourism Goderich. New grader A new grader has arrived in Huron East. With Joe Ryan, grader operator (in cab) are, from left: Gary Earl, councillor Bill deJong, Wayne Dolmage, councillor Sharon McClure, councillor Fergus Kelly, councillor Lou Maloney and Volvo sales rep Bob Smith. (Photo submitted) 4 th crow tests positive for WNv OLBUS The Main Rules of the Bus: Notice to all Bused Students The Huron County Health Unit has reported a fourth dead crow has tested positive for West Nile virus. The crow was found in the town of Zurich. The health unit will no longer be collecting dead birds for viral testing because the testing limit has been reached. However, the health unit encourages residents and visitors to continue to call the to report all dead crows and blue jays. Mosquito surveillance activities continue across Huron County. To date, there have been no West Nile positive mosquitoes in Huron County. However, 15 of 36 health units in the province have reported positive mosquito pools this year. The Huron County Health Unit will continue mosquito and dead bird surveillance activities until the first frost. Dr. Beth Henning, medical officer of health, said it is important for people to continue protecting themselves and their families from mosquito bites due to increasing West Nile virus activity across Ontario. To report a dead crow or blue jay sighting, call the Huron County Health Unit at 482-3416 Ext. 2001 or if long distance, dial 1-877-837- 6143 Ext. 2001. For more information, check out the website at www.huroncounty.ca/healthunit 1. THE BUS DRIVER IS ALWAYS IN CHARGE! 2. Arrive at your Pick up point on time. Bus scheduling is such that the drivers cannot wait for pupils who are late. 3. Take your seat as directed by the driver and remain in your seat throughout the trip. 4. You must follow the driver’s directions the first time they are given. 5. The aisle, front door, and emergency door must be kept clear at all times. 6. Unnecessary disturbances (opening of windows, wrestling, eating, smoking, obscene language or any other form of misbe­ havior) will not be tolerated at any time. 7. Stay seated at all times, keeping your hands, feet and nasty or abusive comments to yourself. 8. Keep the noise level down to a level where the driver can hear his/her two way radio. 9. Never leave the bus at any stop other than that predeter­ mined by school or parental permission. 10. Riding a school bus is a privilege! This privilege can be with­ drawn. NOTE TO ALL DRIVERS: When you meet a stopped school bus that has its red signal-lights flashing and stop arm extended, you MUST stop 20 metres before reaching the school bus. and shall not proceed until the school bus moves or the signal-lights have stopped flashing. THAT’S THE LAW! Also, when you are following a school bus that is approaching a railway crossing, the bus is required by law to STOP. Be prepared. Remember, by slowing down and STOPPING, you could save the life of someone you love or the life that someone else loves. What cost do you put on a late arrival to work? Lucknow Gordon T. Montgomery Limited Serving Your Community with a Full Line of School and Chartered Buses 519-528-2813 Toll Free 1 -800-567-2012