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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2001-01-17, Page 3OPP briefs Two snowmobiles stolen from bar parking lot in Vanastra Two snowmobiles were stolen from the Topps Bar parking lot in Vanastra Jan. 12. The first, a 1998 Polaris XCR 700 was taken between 7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. It was recovered a few blocks away on 3rd Street with extensive damage to the camshaft which caused the engine to seize. OPP report the windshield was also smashed, possibly by the driving being thrown when the snowmobile came to an abrupt stop. Later that evening, a yellow, 1997 $ki- Formula 3 was stolen from the parking lot. Witnesses saw the machine racing away on the snowmobile trail system. The snowmobile has Ontario plate # 835599. News Scott Hilgendorff photo Creating Cliffords Jeff Terpstra helps his nephew, Colin Askett, 4, create a picture of Clifford, a red dog popular in a series of children's books, at Seaforth Public Library's Friday children's program. Hospital denied plow request, Huron East reviewing policies By Susan Hundertmark Expositor Staff Huron East's snow removal policy will be reviewed following a letter from Seaforth Community Hospital complaining about a denied request for a Seaforth plow clearing—Centennial-Drive at 10:55 p.m. on Dec. 11. Council, at its Jan. .9 meeting, discussed a letter from hospital vice-president Andrew William, about an incident when public works coordinator John Forrest was called about difficulty travelling on Centennial Drive at around 11 p.m. but responded that there would be no snow removal until at least 4 a.m. "Our policy is that we don't go out after 9 p.m. They never mentioned to me lhat they couldn't get in with a four- wheel drive truck," Forrest told council, adding that during the night in question Highway 8 had been closed. Forrest said Seaforth council created the 9 p.m. policy because of what he called "nuisance calls" from one particular OPP officer several years ago who would phone at 11 p.rn. complaining Check out these V SUPER BARGAINS! One Day Only Saturday, January 20 SAVE BIG ON LADIES' & CHILDREN'S FALL & WINTER FASHIONS 0. 50 off 8-9 t.1 400 of1 off 300; teff 200,3*off • Applies to regular priced Items ?ow,- T. r e/ Queen St., Blyth 523-9709 of slippery intersections. "This is the first complaint we've had in a long time. I don't think it's going to be a major problem," he said. "There are very few cars out that time of night and if we had gone, that (Centennial Drive) would have been the only street in Seaforth that would have been plowed." Coun. Larry McGrath, of Tuckersmith ward, questioned if the policy would cover the municipality's liability if an accident occurred during the time when town plows are not on the road, especially if the conditions had been brought to the town's attention. Coun. Joe Seili, of Brussels ward, expressed concem about the roads not being kept clear to the hospital. "I've heard this town fight to keep its hospital but you're not going to keep the roads open between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m.?" he said. Forrest recalled how he drove the town plow in front of the ambulance to London last year. "It was the first time ever ANNOUNCEMENT THE PARTNERS OF FAMME & CO. (step CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS are pleased to announce the admission to partnership of FRANKLIN H. FAMMF B.B.A.. C.A. cffectise January1. 2001 Franklin obtained his C.A. designation in 1998 and has been employed with the Firm on a full-time ha.is since December 1. 1998. His admission furthers the Firm's commitment to its clients by con- tinuing with its quality service and ads ice. 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"I don't think there's a problem with your policy and I'm not sure there needs to be a change but I'd like to feel more comfortable that you're going to•respond if there's a call from the hospital or the fire department," said Deputy - Mayor Bemie MacLellan. Council will send a lettter to the hospital saying the snow removal policy will be reviewed along with the rest of the policies being reviewed during the amalgamation process. MAPLEWOOD MANOR Retirement Home 13 Church St., Seaforth At present, we have Large Private & Semi -Private accommodations available. Features include: • excellent dining and snacks • dietician approved menus • laundry • housekeeping • medication administered by our professional staff • transportation arranged for appointments • 24 hour friendly professional staff • beauty salon • barber services • daily activities ORCA for more information contact Tracy Nash at 527-1440 Fax # 527-2977 Mapiewo od Manor "Your Invitation to Gracious Retirement Living" 11* MUMON IEXPOS1TO1t, January 17, 1001-0 SEAFORTH INSURANCE BROKER LTD. 527-1610 • Home • Commercial' •Auto • Farm • Out of Province Travel Insurance 41 Main SL S. Sealerth ObiNa Lsogilirok Lynn Reach, Ken Canino, Barb Wan ari/Jea uw Moon fPAR NE TS AND GRADE 8 STUDENTS are invited to attend an INFORMATION NIGHT wile aad etOsite dee rear , dad �� at "Your Community School" Monday, January 22/01 7 p.m. -9 p.m. Seaforth District High School Avon SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT Learning for a Lifetime First Presbyterian Church Goderich St. W. Seaforth Rev. Vandermey WORSHIP SUNDAY 11:15 AM Sunday School during Worship St. Thomas Anglican Church Jarvis St. Seaforth 482-7861 Sunday Service at 9:30 p.m. athollc hurc Saturday - 5:15 pm St. James Parish, Seaforth Saturday - 7:15 pm St. Joseph's Parish, Clinton Sunday - 9:00 am St. Michael's Parish, Blyth Sunday - 11:00 am St. James Parish, Seaforth Father Dino Salvador Bethel Bible Church ' An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth Sunday Worship Hour 11 am Adventure Club for Kids & Youth Groups Wednesdays 7 p.m. Egmondville United Church Rev. Judi(, Springett Sunday School Grades 2 to 8 10 a.m. Nursery to Grade 1 11 a.m. NORTHSIDE CAVAN UNITED CHURCHES Rev. Sheila Macgregor - Minister SUNDAY, JANUARY 21 a Sermon: "Lamb chops, Octeogenarians & Starfish" 9:30 a.m. Cavanl 1 a.m. Northside Winthrop 54 Goderich St. W. 527-2635 or 527-1449 Avon DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Maitland Learning for a Lifetime Welcome to Kindergarten The word "Kindergarten" literally means "child's garden". It is a place where your child will grow and. loam. Here are some of the things you can expect to find in your child's kindergarten class: si* A capable, caring teacher who is trained to teach this age group * An exciting and active teaming environment which fosters exploration and discovery Individualized programs to prepare each child for further leaming recognizing that each child is different and develops at a slightly different rate Kindergarten Registration for school year 2001-2002 Public elementary schools in Perth and Huron Counties will hold kindergarten registration from January 29, 2001 - February 2, 2001 For Senior Kindergarten Students must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2001 (Students presently attending Junior Kindergarten in an Avon Maitland District School Board school do not need to re -register) Junior Kindergarten Students must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2001 Registration packages for both programs may be picked up at your elementary school office, or are available by calling your school. Please bring the following required information to the school at the time of registration: 1. Proof of Age (birth certificate, birth registration card) 2. Immunization Record 3. Health Card 4. Completed registration form and immunization form contained in the registration package. For further information contact your local school principal, or call Darien Million (ext. 204) at the Board's Administrative Office. Avon Maitland District School Board 62 Chalk Street, North Seaforth, ON NOK 1 WO Telephone: (519)527-0111 or 1-800-592-5437 Fax (519) 527-0222 LORNE RACHUS WENDY ANDERSON Director ot Education Chair