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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1994-02-02, Page 24Page 24 Times -Advocate, February 2, 1994 Among local supporters who are getting behind Canada's Olympic team are Eric Campbell of Exeter who makes sure Bryce Ha!penny and Marc Denomme from Toddler's Inn Nur- sery School get a look at the large banner. 1994 Winter Olympics Local supporters get behind Canadian team Two-week March break approved CLINTON - The Huron County Board of Education is not alone in plans for a two week March Break for all students in elementary and secondary schools. The London and Middlesex County Roman Catholic School Board has also confirmed plans for the extended break. The extension is in response to the Social Contract. Students will not lose any school lime because remaining profession- al development days have been cancelled in the case of the London and Middlesex board. Students in the Huron County Board of Education system will also finish the year with the same number of instructional days since the board cancelled a number of professional development days ear- lier this Fall. The revised schedules should also reduce bussing problems in parts of the county where routes are shared by school boards. And while students get an extra week of holidays that is not neces- sarily the case for all staff. Huron County Board director Paul Carroll said alternate arrange- ments have to be made for staff making under $30,000 such as sec- retaries, custodians and part time teachers. They are not affected by the so- cial contract. That means the extra week at March Break will either be volun- tary time off for these people, holi- day time or reassigned work time. Bluewater Secondary School is not affected by the changes. United Way fundraising up CLINTON - The Huron County United Way reports a substantial in- crease in its 1993 campaign over 1992 donations. As of December 31, the United Way had received contributions to- talling $108,000, compared to $83,000 at the same time the year before. The Huron United Way is only in its third year. Corporate donations increased by over $8,000 last year; employee pledges were up $7,000; and special canvasses and events raised more than $10,000 more than in 1992. There are 19 memberagencies in Huron County which are funded by the United Way, and even though demand outstrips the funds avails- - ble, Bill Thompson at the United Way says the organization is confi- dent agencies' needs will be provid- ed for and discontinuation or pro- gram or service cutbacks should be minimal. WAREHOUSE BLOWOUT SALE!!! EXETER - The 1994 Winter Olympics begin in just 10 days and when the Canadian team begins competition, it will have a bit of Exeter with it. For the past couple of weeks, local supporters of the Olympics have been able to go into Eric Campbell's Ford dealership in Exeter and sign a banner as part of -the "Driver to Lillehammer" program. "This is a great opportunity to get behind Canada's team," said Jim O'Connor, president and chief executive officer of Ford Canada. The local dealership is just one of 650 Ford or Mercury dealerships which had the seven foot by four foot banners signed by the public which will be presented to the Canadian team in Lillehammer, Norway. Opening ceremonies for the 1994 Olympic Games are- scheduled for Feb. 11 and the games run from Feb. 12-27. Huron Crime Stoppers Two break and enters: crimes of the week Crime Stoppers of Huron County and the Exeter OPP are looking for help in solving the two following break and enters. •Upon arriving home at 5:50 p.m. on January 13, the owner of a house at part lot 10 on Concession 12 of Stephen Township saw two male sus- pects run to a car that was parked in the car port. The vehicle is a compact hatchback, dark blue, with a third brake Tight. The car also had red primer on its right rear quarter panel. Of the two suspects, the passenger was described as about 5'10", wear- ing a black hat and having blonde collar -length hair. The suspect was also wearing blue jeans and a blue jacket. The thieves had gone through the house prior to the owners' arrival and stole 10 bottles of mixed brands of spirits, a small CD player along with 25 assorted CDs. Theft of further items appears to have been prevented by the owner's arrival. •On January 20 at about 3:18 a.m. a front door window was shattered and awakened the owners of the variety store at 153 Main Street in Dash- wood. The owners called the police, who arrived within one or two minutes. A male suspect was seen running from the front door. The police gave chase on foot, but lost the man in the village's back yards. The suspect is described as six -feet tall, 180 lbs, wearing a black bala- clava, grey insulated coveralls, and black gloves. A short time later, police located a grey GMC van in the parking lot of the Dashwood Medical Centre. The engine was running, and a police check revealed it had been stolen from Goderich. It was learned that a ve- hicle was then stolen from Main Street in Dashwood, and it is believed that the break and enter suspect was responsible for this theft as well. The thief was attempting to steal cigarettes, but was foiled by the arrival of the police. •If you have any information about these or other crimes, call Crimc Stoppers of Huron County at 1-800-265-1777 and you could receive a re- ward of up to $1,000. You will never have to give your name, nor will you have to appear in court. Remember, crime doesn't pay, hut Crime Stoppers does. vo All instock Carpet, Vinyl & Hardwood to be Cleared out Free Delivery Expert Installation can be arranged Bring your room Measurements Beautiful carpeting can be yours for a fraction of the original, sq. yd. prices. Cut from our regular wall-to-wall stock or special factory clearouts, our selection of elegant remnants are at terrific savings now. Come and select from famous name brands In styles and colours to fit your decor... and your budget! 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