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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1994-04-06, Page 16Entertainment STEVEN PULLMAN PHOTO FULL STEAM AHEAD - Spring Valley Maple Products has begun their long process of pro- ducing maple syrup once again this year. Owner George Roney said "the year is off to a slow start but it should pick up soon". Spring Valley combines tradi- tional methods of boiling syrup such as a wood fire evaporator with a oil fired boiler to produce steam for the finishing pan. Ministry adopts rural focus by Mark Cripps The voice at the other end of the phone confirms a recent change to Ontario's agriculture ministry. "Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. May I help you." Rt>I Ontario has gained a new medium for the representation of its unique interests, and Huron MPP Paul Klopp couldn't be happier. The source of his happiness stems from a recent government announcement that the Ministry of Agriculture and Food will broaden its mandate to include Rural Affairs. "The people have said for a long time that the government has been ignoring rural Ontario," said Klopp in a• --recent interview. "I--felt-- strongly about this as well. This announcement assures me that rural Ontario will finally get the attention it deserves." Klopp recently spoke at the Goderich and District Chamber of Commerce lunch on Mar. 16, and said the addition of Rural Affairs to OMAF's mandate, provides -gra lobby group on the inside." "For example, when the stable funding issue was discussed, northern affairs called up and asked what was in it for them," said Klopp. "Then the francophone affairs called up as well and asked what was in it for them. We need an advocate on our side full-time." "OMAF's name and responsibilities will be expanded to include rural affairs. In addition to the announcement, the government pledged an initial contribution of $250,000 to a rural development research fund. I "People look to OMAF as their rural spokesman," said Klopp. "We have an OMAF office in almost every region. Now we will have someone in these offices working on rural issues all the time. "This announcement confirms my opinion that rural Ontario is here to stay," added Klopp. Klopp said the change will not affect the level of service that OMAF provides for farmers, but will provide additional help and information for rural non -farmers. "Rural Affairs will deal with everything, every issue," said Klopp. "Townships, villages and towns will all have equal status on issues such as sewers, roads and water." Klopp said infrastructure improvements like the completion of Hwy. 4 and the clean-up at the Goderich Airport, as signs that this is already taking place. "Things are going to get better," he said. "We need to see some visible ' action and be able' to' promote ourselves better." Since 1991, OMAF has introduced several policies and programs aimed at helping rural communities develop their economic potential. In 1992, the ministry launched its Agricultural Investment Strategy to stimulate rural investment and expand the scope of financial resources to the rural and agricultural community. "The expanded mandate reinforces the ministry's role as facilitator in helping rural communities meet their needs," said Premier Bob Rae in a press release. \A. recreatilen 0 jpir vfi w by Marty Bedard Had a good scare lately? The St. Thomas Anglican Church invites you to the 1925 silent movie, The Phantom of the Opera, starring Lon Chaney. This show will combine the original film with organ accompaniement. It will be held on April 16 beginning at 8 p.m. at the church. Last week's Senior Shuffleboard scores are as fol- lows: Ladies' - Mary McMillan 325 Jean Lunn 296 Velma Preszcator 286 Men - Fred Glanville 293 Ken Moore 241 Bruce McLean 235 The Seaforth Senior Games will start off again this spring with bowling on Friday, April 8 at the Starlight Lanes. If you are 55 years of age or older, you are most welcome to come out and participate. The participation fee for the Senior Games this year will be $3 per person. You may participate in as many games as you wish for this one low cost. Watch the Expositor for weekly listings of all games. Also, look in today's paper for a large ad you may cut out and save for reference. If you have any ques- tions on the Senior Games please contact the Recreation_ Office at 527-0882. SPAkY'S PLACE FAMILY DINING SUNDAY SPECIAL FISH & CHIPS $ GJ 95 Includes Coffee or Tea and Dessert SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 5 - 7 pm 90 Main St., Seaforth 527-1964 JAI 1141"I' Looking for effective advertising with quick results? The Classifieds can! Whether you want to sell Aunt Edna's old sewing basket or a used car, you can't do better than ad- vertising it in the Classifieds. Looking for a job or a car or a new home? How about a home improve- ment handyman? From novelties to necessities, the Classified sec- tion is the shopping place of mil- lions with the best buys in town. 14, sib ti N 1� ~AMM Oa 7- 0000 gams 00,1 tw. ids gra' ..ife 1 Congratulations! Pam Beaton of Corunna Winner of the Seaforth Optimist Club's Annual Hockey Tournament Draw for a Trip to Toronto Maple Leaf Gardens. HELP, HELP! WE NEED YOUi as a Volunteer on April 18 from 6 - 9 for a door-to-door blitz for the Seaforth Cancer Campaign. Could your club or group provide 2 or 3 members, or can you share 3 hours to fight Cancer? Please call Loureen Dale 527-0510 and say, "Yes, I'll Help!" SEAFORTH LEGION ROAST BEEF BUFFET HOMEMADE PIES & DESSERTS SUNDAY, APRIL 10 . 4:30 to ? Adults 58.00 Children 54.00 TAKE-OUTS AVAILABLE THE HURON EXPOSITOR, April 6, 14-15 The children of Bill & Dianne Beuerman invite friends, relatives & neighbours to help them celebrate their parents' 25Atuth•ersary on April 9th at the Brodhagen Comtntutity Centre from 9 - 1 p.m. Best Wishes only FAMILY PARADISE DANCE HALL • OPENING APRIL 2nd With • °'+ENTERTAINERS APRIL9th • BEA.COOD APRIL 16th *BILL BEATTIE KOOL KOUNTRY Licensed deft -LBO iiiatla!'ii! Looking for a great place Call us for reservations 527-0629 Family Paradise R.R.#4.Walton All Country Weekend with Northern Border Couldn't get tickets to either Toronto show? Come on out Friday, April 15 and see the Ultimate Pink Floyd Tribute "IN THE FLESH" Concert Tickets to be won! $5. cover Tickets on sate Now! Commercial Hotel Seaforth 527-0980 50th Annive HAZEL and ROY McGONIGLE invite their relatives and friends to an OPEN HOUSE at the Seaforth Community Centre from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 17, 1994 "Best Wishes Only" Seaforth Agricultural Society's HOME, GARDEN & TRADE SHOW In Our Show Facility and Arena Complex Wednesday & Thursday April 6 & 7 4:59 p.m. -9:59 p.m. * SEE WHAT'S NEW The Huron Expositor The Lawn Master Seaforth Plumbing & Heating McGavin Farm Supply B&K Tire & Battery Canadian Tire Family Paradise Stratford Memorial Huron Steamatic Blue Water Cabinets Ltd. Hoffmeyer's Mill Chameleon Upholstery MED -E -OX Electrox Vacuum D&D Glass Merv's Patio Stewart's Home Renovations Seaforth & District Horticultural Society HSM Construction Bernard Bookkeeping & Computer Concepts Middegaal Pools Aloette & The Hobby Shop Quorum Security Products Aquasoft Allen Stubbs H&R Carpentry & Construction DISPLAYS & DEMONSTRATIONS Clinton Community Credit Union Glavin Eavestroughing Culligan Water Treatment Shorty's Electronics Mclntee Real Estate Catholic Women's League Ball -Macaulay Logan Farm Equipment Computer Planning Centre Frank Phillips Rintoul Pools and Spas Te -em Farm Vincent Farm Equipment Mark & Christine Coulthard Shoreline Healthco Inc. Churchill Refinishing Box Furniture Culligan Real Estate South Easthope Mutual Ins. Co. Hensall Co-op Seaforth P.U.C. FM Windows R&A Home Improvements METLIFE - John Steffler Chris Pearer Huron County Pork Producers Seaforth Ag. Society Home Craft IN LILU 01- ADMIssSION, DONATIONS TO THE t It.1fiON COUNTY FOOD f3ANK WOULD BE APPRECIATED. t