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Home My WebLink AboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-12-30, Page 5A look back through the headlines ••• The Goderich Signal -Star presents just a sample of the most memorable news stories, accomplishments and images from 2009. The following appears in no particular order. Anniversary celebrations In a solemn testament to the service given by Huron County's Naval officers,: the Royal Canadian Naval As- sociation of Huron led the Battle of the Atlantic Parade for the last time. In its 63rd year, the parade and service was hosted on Goderich's waterfront on April 26 with just three RCNA Huron members remaining. Community Living of Central Huron had a couple of reasons to celebrate on April 24. The organization raised a new flag at their Suncoast Drive headquarters to commemorate their 50th anniversary year. They also planted a tree in observation of Arbour Day. The organization has been ensuring all people live in a state of dignity,: sharing in all elements of living in the community since 1959. One of Goderich's largest employers and community staple, McGee Motors celebrated 80 years in business in 2009. The auto dealership has had a colourful history in town, one cen- tred around the community and one which has made them one of Goderich's largest and longest employers to date. It was a time to look back with family and friends on May 30 as Victoria Public School celebrated 99 years of education- al excellenrc in Goderich. Current students at VPS marked the day with a round of Learning For Tomorrow, the school's anthem. The history of St. Peter's Catholic Church and its role in the community came to life June 26-28 as part of the church's 175th anniversary celebrations. A walkabout theatre experi- ence penned by Warren and Eleanor Robinson took to the streets for an 11 -scene celebration of the parish. The Huron String School celebrated their 25th anniversary at A Concert in The Parkin Goderich in July. The string school began as Central Huron String School in the fall of 1984 with about 20 student members. As the Royal Bank of Canada prepared to celebrate 100 years of managing Goderich's money, the .branch underwent extensive changes to both its interior and exterior. The new look took a page out of history for the bank, incorporating de- signs consistent with the heritage architecture of The Square. The Children's Theatre celebrated 25 years of young stars on stage in January. The Goderich Mariners Service honoured ships and sailors for the 95th time Feb. 22 at Knox Presbyterian Church. A new town web site After spending much of 2008 on the back burner, the town's desire to revamp its online presence hit its stride in 2009. In January the Community Development Partnership Com- mittee once again began accepting requests for proposals for a new town web site. In May, E -Solutions, a Waterloo based web design and marketing company was named creator for the new Goderich.ca. Goderich officially launched its new web site on Sept. 11 putting to rest a two-year effort for an updated e -presence. The site is now the first stop for both residents and visitors looking for information on anything to do with the town. Goderich Signal -Star, Wednesday, December 30, 2009 - Page 5 The theatre, the theatre The theatre community put on its best Oliver in early 2009, asking the town for $50,000 for urgent repairs. The request to council was received Nov. 08. The sagging roof gave way to both animals and elements, said GLT president Stehpanie Scholten. Total cost of repairs, she said, was estimated at $100,000. At the March 30 meeting of Town Council, Scholten said the GLT has reached a crossroads as The Livery faced repairs beyond its capacity. At that time, repairs were on hold while the .GLT and council awaited the completion of a theatre vi- ability report. On May 20, the GSS reported that a preliminary feasibility study to examine the prospect of developing a performing arts centre _ in the core of Goderich suggests the project is more than viable. The town commissioned the theatre facility needs assessment in 2008 to examine the possibility of developing a performing arts centre in Goderich. The town had authorised a memorandum of understanding in 2006 between the town and Goderich Little Theatre, owners and managers of the Livery. In August, Goderich Town Council purchased three lots along South and Stanley Streets behind the Livery from KPMG - an insolvency trustee for Hdron Tract Holdings - for $301,000. Now owned by the town,: are 49-53 South Street, 34-42 Stanley Street and 44 Stanley. Street. The area covers the parking lot behind the Livery as well as the adjoining property, once occupied by the old Gardiner's shed. If the town's push for a new arts centre were to become a reality, Mayor Deb Shewfelt said the Livery would need its current parking lot for expansion, leaving only street parking for patrons. GODERICH ROTARY CLUB wants your good used books. All proceeds from our annual book sale go to charitable projects. Please drop off books at Hoffmeyer Plumbing, 55 Kingston St. or H.O. Jerry Ltd., 185 Park St. No magazines, school texts, tapes, encyclopedia, (beards or damaged boob pkase. NOW ACCEPTING MUSIC CDs. Lima Reaauws Designer Wast Coast kitchens... 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Help Children from Your Community For Information CaII the Huron -Perth Children's Aid Society Huron County: Deanie Jardine at 519524-7356 or 1-800-265-5198 Porth County: Vy Waller at 519-27i 5290 or 1800-668-5094 r Lima Reaauws Designer Wast Coast kitchens... 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