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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2005-12-14, Page 12Page 12 December 14, 2005 • The Huron Expositor ION CLEANSING Restore, energize and balance your body. Through this unique process you may experience: • Increased energy • Reduce inflammation • Relieve tension • Improved sleep • Headache relief and more! For more information or to book an appointment Please call Ruth at 522-0896 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18Th 7:00 P.M. NORTHSIDE UNITED CHURCH Everyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one is welco i Question? Cal! 527.26 911. M'. Opportunity Fund encourage Hui°n Rsldents tO r eat health1er active mok ,tree rbeP rbgs Grants of up to $750 awarded for heart healthy projects To receive your application package. can the Huron County Health Unit 482-3416 or 1-877-837-6143. Deadline for completed applications is January 30, 2006. c Ion HOLIDAY HOURS OPEN THURSDAY, Der. 22; 10-6 FRIDAY, Dee. 23; 10 - 6 SATURDAY, Dec. 24; 9 - 4 for your hut minute shopping Bayfield Rd., Clinton 482-9364 News Clinton truck driver to run as independent in election Mark Nonkes An independent candidate has joined the election race. Dennis Valenta, a truck driver from Clinton, is running on the promise of being a true, uninhibited voice for the area as voters get set to go to the ballot box Jan. 23. "Maybe being an MP is a bit differ- ent than truck driving but I under- stand what the job is," Valenta said. ."The MP's job is to represent the peo- ple. "I haven't seen that being done and I think that will define whether you have democracy or not." The current political system in Canada, Valenta said, flies in the face of democracy. "Once you go to the poll and cast your vote democracy ends and the party takes over." To get his face and name known throughout the area, Valenta said he's been busy knocking on farmers' doors for the last few months. Valenta explained he chose to meet farmers first as this area is largely agricultural and he wanted to hear their concerns. Valenta said while he may not necessarily agree with the way agriculture is currently being run, as a repre- sentative he would advocate so Canadian farmers had the same advantages as producers in other countries, such as the United States. "We have to subsidize our farm- ers," Valenta said. Valenta, who is an active member of Fathers Are Capable Too (FACT) said another priority of his is to help reform the court system to make family law equal for both parents. Currently, Valenta said, mothers are favoured in custody cases. "Denying a child with either par- ent - it's child abuse," Valenta said. "It is one of the reasons I'm running, this divorce issue." Valenta admitted he was once a card-carrying Conservative and tried to run as a hopeful candidate. However, as an independent,Valenta said if elected he'll be out there in the riding meeting people and listen- ing to their concerns. "I do know the party leader can't tell me to sit down and shut -up," Valenta said. For more information, Valenta can be contacted at 482-5043. Dennis Valenta Organizer for Walton seniors' group looking for members who 'want to get together and have a good time' Ashley Eddie CMINEInn A meeting for a new Seniors Group in Walton held at the Walton Communiy Hall on Dec. 5 only con- �r T 519-527-2880 Tony Latour COMPUTERS sisted of nine people, but organizer Jean Kirkby hasn't given up hope. Kirkby said that the group would have to consist of 25 people aged 55 years + for it to be worthwhile. And unfortunately there aren't 25 senior citizens in Walton and area Clip this ad and save $10 on your next computer service or purchase over $50 - Merry ar/s»nias S Hoyoy NewYeert db L ani on coupon par customer Not valid Math IT/ ofrer promoborn ofMr expires March 31, 2006 40 Franklin Street Se/North, ontarfo iatour•tcc.an.ca www.tccon.ca/-tatov • that are able to get to the hall, said Kirkby. "We just want people who want to get together to have a good time, people who will enjoy each other's company," she said. , Kirkby, a senior citizen of Walton, hopes that some- one or a few peo- ple will step for- ward to help organize any events or activi- ties. "I can't do it by myself. It's just too much work for one person," she said. In April 2005, the hall received a new facelift, including new exterior siding, windows, and insulation. A new heating system was also put in. The Walton Community Hall is a nice place to be, agreed Kirkby. "It's a nice little hall, with the ren- ovations and everything," she said. The project was funded by the Trillium Foundation and individual donations from the area. Kirkby also said that the Walton community is a good place to live. "It's pretty good now, but why not try to make it more enjoyable?" Kirkby said that perhaps "the time isn't right, and maybe in a few years it would be better." A later event for seniors, which has not yet been disclosed, is being planned for the new year and Kirkby is hoping more people will take part. "The best thing to do in a commu-1 nity is to be a part of it,' said Kirkby.