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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1993-02-10, Page 3Tithes-Advoocte, February 10, 1993 Page 3 Teen sexuality first subject for parent's discussion group EXETER - Parents of South Huron District High School students will get a chance to discuss something many of them worry about from time to time: teenage sexuality. That is the subject of the fust ever meeting of the Parents Associa- tion at the school on February 23. Bonnie Becker, a staff member at South Huron, said the steering committee for the new association de- cided that was a good topic for the first meeting since many con- cerns parents have about their children revolves around that issue. "They felt that was something that was of interest to a wide range of parents," said Becker. Along the way, up for discussion are sex education at the school, views and attitudes of teenagers towards sexuality, AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases, the distribution of condoms in the high school, and other parental concerns. In particular, Becker expects the condom issue to be widely debat- ed at the meeting. "A lot of things parents disagree with is whether we should be handing out condoms or not," said Becker. In addition, she and Carey Eddy will be speaking on some con- cerns frequently brought up by students who seek counselling at the school. The AIDS co-ordinator for Huron County will also be present and making a presentation. Even though the meeting conflicts wlui Shrove Tuesday, Becker said she hoped parents attending pancake suppers would come by the school afterwards.'.iShe said she hopes there will be upwards of 50 parents attending. With the emphasis of the meeting on short presentations, Becker said there should be plenty of time for questions and discussion. The meeting is to be held in the small school gymnasium on Feb- ruary 23 at 7:30 p.m. Bylaw dropped Continued from front page Upon rescinding the cat bylaw, councillor Dick Packham requested a proposal from those who voted against the bylaw to determine alter- natives for the cat situation—for the good of cats. "Why not font a committee with a spokesperson to agree on a form of control for nuisance animals," sug- gested councillor Bob Seaton. At the end of the meeting, council retired to committee of the whole to discuss the recent resignation of by- law enforcement officer and animal controller, Dave Groot. According to Luanne Phair, clerk - treasurer, Groot resigned for a num- ber of reasons. Council accepted his resignation and will be posting the position to' be filled in the near future. CAS BACK Haft BLACK Why wait for your tax refund when you could get Cash Back fast? 11 you quality you can get a cheque for 85% of the first $3Q0 of your tax refund and 95% of the rest. 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Tracy Humphreys Exeter Careless driver faces $265 fine for ending up in field EXETER - Karen Shouldice of Mississauga. pleaded guilty to a careless driving charge that occurred October 2. Police testimony said that Shouldice was driving west on High- way 83, west of Dash- wood when she lost con- trol of her vehicle. She crossed over the north side of the road , went through a fence and end- , ed up in a field where po- lice found her. Shouldice faces a fine on $265, including cost, and three months probation of her licence. Careless driving A London man pleaded guilty to charges of careless driving and driving while under suspension. The court heard that on July 18, Christopher Sharratt was driving south on Highway 81, Grand Bentl; when his vehicle left the road and rolled over in a ditch. He, and two passengers, abandoned the vehicle and took a taxi to London. Sharratt, who has had three previous convictions for driving while under suspension faces two fines. For the careless driving charge, he was ordered to pay 8265, including cost with 30 days to pay. For driving while under suspension he rest pay $1.000 plus 83.75 for costs with 90 days to pay, or 60 days in jail to be served on week- ends. Failing to report accident Two nes of 878.75 including costs, were levied against David Foreman of Zurich ter pleading guilty to an October 17 incident. According to police testimony, Foreman started his vehicle while it was epgaged in the reverse gear, rather than safety. He hit the ve- hicle behind him. He observed the vehicle, made a U-turn and left the scene. The other driver followed and police were called. Foreman was fitted for starting from park not in safety, and failing to report an accident. He has 30 days to pay the combined fine of S157.50. He has no previous record. Still smoking? Have you tried everything, but just can't seem to kick the habit? X Smokers guarantees you will quit or it's free! 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YOU ,W14L STOP SMOKING OR YOUR MONEY BACK NOTA CREDIT • NOTA MSE.HEYIE4'Y,•A 100%, GUARANTEED REFUND • Thirteen year average, since 1980 Come to a free information meeting. You will learn why you haven't been able to quit so far. And it will cost you nothing. To make it easier, smoking is allowed in most locations. So bring your cigarettes and findp A morel You have nothing to lose but your habit! INFORMATION MEETINGS: 7:30 p.m. ndon Centre YM -YWCA ---Monday, February 15 xeter Lions Youth Centre—Tuesday, February 16 XSrnoke ,rr fro o CMOKERB B11EM( UWE NICE WOO 1-800461.8003 • London. 4335768 ,4 a right to know," said Bill Clifford of Goderich. "I think it's in order for you (the selection committee) to read it off. I can't believe it's not public information." Although her salary was not dis- closed after council came out of their In -Camera session, it is esti- mated to be about $70,000. Council decided to go into a ing expenses. Jack Coleman of Stanley Township was upset with the fact the committee simply pre- sented Murray's name and not her qualifications. "How can I vote on a name with no credentials or information," asked Coleman. It was later an- nounced that Murray, who replaces tel bichamber, now with Mid- dlesex County, is a Carleton Uni- versity graduate and has over 20 years of experience. One of Murray's immediate du- ties could be to assist the county in negotiating a contract with the Hu- ronview registered nurses. During the ming of the Seniors and So- citlSerJices Conimittee on Thurs- day, council decided to seek the le- gal assistance of lawyer Pat Murphy of Goderich at a fee of $105 per hour. 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