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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2009-12-23, Page 3WIN 6 on Expos or •geaeCri S, 2 a News Local response is generous to Huron Christmas Bureau While the demand for help rose slightly this Christmas, the Seaforth office of the Huron County Christ- mas Bureau was overwhelmed by donations this year, says organizer Anne Middegaal. "It went really, really well. It was busy and people were so generous so we had no trouble meeting the de- mand," says co-organizer Catherine Melady. Seaforth's Christmas Bureau saw an increase to 54 families, compared to last year's 48 and 122 children, compared to last year's 121. "The weather cooperated and the donations were fantastic," says Mid- degaal, who adds that because there were so many toy donations, the Christmas Bureau was able to pass along a few to T.H.E. Bus, a toylend- ing library that travels throughout Huron County. Some of the larger donations in- cluded $600 from the Seaforth Opti- mists and a huge donation. of cloth- ing from Sun North. "Other communities had to put out a call for more groceries but we didn't have to ask at all. We were able to pass a few extra couple of boxes to the food bank," says Middegaal. As well, she says the financial do- nations were up from last year but wouldn't say how much. While the organizers were expect- ing an increased need this year, Mid- degaal says she's hoping . that every- one who needed the help registered to receive it. "We did have people who'd lost their jobs and found themselves on their own this year and couldn't face Christmas without help. We're really thankful they called since lot of courage to ask says. "We thought there might have been more so I hope everyone who needed . it called since we r would have been able to help more people," says Middegaal. Both Melady and Middegaal stress how gen- erous the Sea - forth and area community con- tinues `. to be. "People in this community are Sound system tested for Huron East Along with amplified sounds of crackling pa- per and coughing came the louder and clearer communication of councillors' voices as Huron East tested a sound. system for the council chambers at its Dec. 15 meeting. "Paul was good enough to bring in a sound system so we could sample it tonight," Clerk - Administrator Jack McLachlan told council. Paul Stephen, of Innovative Security Sys- tems, is one of two companies providing a re- quest for proposal to the municipality for a sound system. Stephen set up a system with four micro- phones and said that speakers could be in- stalled at the back of the council chambers above the public gallery so that councillors could be better heard. He said that while other councils use indi- vidual mikes for each councillor to avoid cross talk, he was trying to meet council's needs at an affordable budget. "I like the idea of not turning them on and off," said Mayor Joe Seili, adding that at coun- ty council he often forgets to turn on his micro- phone until he's halfway through his speech. Seaforth Coun. Joe Steffier said he thought the sound system is a must in the council chambers. He said he had trouble hearing anyone speak during the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in the coun- cil chambers in the fall. McLachlan said the de- cision about which sound system to use will be made in the new year. By Susan Hundertmark Waking YOU Evan! qappiness This iloli4ay Season! Let the message of that Holy Night light the way for us today, to the blessings of lasting peace and goodwill to all men. With appreciation for all the goodwill you've shownthispast ou ve us year. Thanks! VANDRIEL Simon and Yolanda VanDrIel and staff CLINTON 482-3783 EXCAVATING INC' • * it takes a great and so generous," says Midde- for help," she gaal. By Susan Hundertmark Dublin Mercantile's jlu�le Week Begins Sat. Dec 26'" l0am - 6pm 50% OFF ALL CHRISTMAS MERCHANDISE Everything Else in the store 25% OFF Including Sale Merchandise!!! Visit Us :li Home Decor, Furniture, Candle Reed Diffusers,s' , Bedding, Seasonal Decor, Lamp Calendars, and much more" 39 Mill Street, Dublin. Ont. (Located mom from CEO Goottlers Fin Furniture) 519.3459922 www,dublinmereantilexa From our -Family to yours... 4--tarrij OPEN CLOSED f OPEN CLOSED December 24, 9 to 1 December 25, a 28 December 31, 9 to 3 January 1 . Don't forget you can access your accounts 24-7 by ATM, phone or online. MemberiJne Telebanking 519.776.4311 or 1.800.492.9492 MemberDirect®Online BankingCommunities myunited.ca Credit Union 104 United