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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1995-02-15, Page 16Page 16 • Times -Advocate, February 15,1995 SPOR_S Ice motor cle racing concludes at Winter Carnival Th - MA . was pleased th local organizers efforts Lucan's Tim Bitz (6) speeds around the track in Grand Bend as he warmed up for an event. By Fred Groves T -A staff GRAND BEND - They were back on the track in Grand Bend on the weekend and although the number of spectators were not as high as organizers would have liked, the Canadian Motorcycle Associa- tion is still calling Fire on Ice a success. "It was not what was hoped for. The area had just been through some bad weather. h was a nice introduction," said CMA general manager Marilyn Bastedo. The event was, a bit of an experiment and it was part of the Grand Bend Winter Carnival. Usually the winter festival has sled dog rac- ing but this year the sponsors cancelled for that so it opened the gates for the studded ice racing. "Ice racing championships have been held since 1973 but never in Grand Bend. Ed Krohm has been involved with the CMA for many years," said Bastedo. Krohm was the Grand Bend organizer and he spent many long cold nights out on the track getting it just right. While the ice could have been a little thicker, Bastedo was nevertheless very pleased with the efforts of the local organizers. "The track was excellent. Design wise it was probably the best we ever had," said Bastedo. The first weekend of the Winter Carnival saw the races cancelled after bad weather. Some qualifiers and test runs were done and the track was broken in a little but no races were held. "Usually the riders can see but the officials have to be able to see the comers. That's why it was cancelled." Studded ice racing takes a lot of courage and stamina as whipping around the track at high speeds is very difficult without the obstacle of ice. In the past there has been more riders and events were held on lakes and at horse tracks but Bastedo says it is dieing a bit and for this season anyway, there won't be more races. "Unfortunately, that's it for Ontario. We used to have a full season that would be two months long." There was racing this past weekend and a couple of riders from the Lucan area did well. In the novice 600 cc category, Lucan's Tom Bitz just missed tak- ing home both the provincial and national titles. In the provincial class, he finished second to Eric Bock of Courtice while gunning for the national crown, Bitz was second to Bock again. Bitz finished fourth in the novice 250 cc provincial class while Paul Gilmour, also of Lucan was fifth. Gilmour had a good outing as well as he was third behind Bitz and Bock in the novice 600 cc na- tional class. Other results from the two local riders saw Gilmour finish fifth in the novice 250 cc national class while Bitz was close behind in sev- enth spot. Provincial winners on the weekend were Oshawa', Kevin Jones in the provincial novice 250 cc class, Kurt Biegger from Hamilton was first in the intermediate 250 cc group and also first in the 600 cc class. Jones won the national novice 250 cc category while Biegger won both the national intermediate 250 cc and 600 cc groups. Annual increase bumps Exeter ice to $80 EXETER - Tack on another two bucks for ice rental per hour at the South Huron Recreation Centre. At its recent monthly meeting, the rec board decided to increase some of its rates, as it does annual- ly and ice rental during prime time in 1995 will now be $80, up from $78. "Everything usually goes up eve- ry year. We generally look at things two to five percent," said rec di- rector Lynne Farquhar. Ice time during the day, that is if you can get your team out of school for an hour, is $44, up from $42. "Our ice surface revenue is doing well. It's been well used," said Far- quhar. • Gold medal for Exeter precision team in Durham DURHAM - It . was gold medal time for the Exeter Jun- ior Classics as they won the Central Ontario Precision In- vitational Competition held in Durham on the weekend. There was a total of 58 teams participating in . this years event, 18 in the junior 'B' level which Exeter .was grouped in to. Preliminary competition be- gan at 9:55 a.m. which saw Ex- eter go up Against seven teams. After this round, Exeter was second which advanced them to the gold final. Here they skated against Port Stanley, Chatham, Sutton and District, Aylmer, Tillsbnburg, Hespler, Fergus -Elora, Bluewater and Sarnia. When the judges had tallied their scores it was Exeter bring- ing home the gold. It was the first competition of the year for the Exeter Juvenile Mini -Classics and there were 19 teams in the Juvenile 'B' di- vision. Exeter was on the ice for 8 a.m. on Saturday and after the first round were eighth overall. They were pitted against 10 teams in the final round as they were matched with Mis- sissauga, Sutton, Chatham, Sunparlour, Pelham, New- market, Fergus -Elora, Hespler and Mount Forest. Exeter, in their first competi- tion, brought home a fifth place finish. It was a hectic weekend for the teams as they battled snow storms to get home with the news. Next competition is March 4 in Chatham. Coaches are letting the ice con- vener know of cancellations and there isn't a lot of open ice that is not being filled quickly. Other rates for 1995 at the rec centre include; $5 per registrant for ball diamonds and soccer fields, $250 for ball tournaments, $31 for games when they use lights and $18 without lights, the lawn bowl- ing club will pay a $575 rental fee for the season, $720 for the tennis courts, and the pool rental will be $40. Additional sources of revenue for the rec centre include the Optimists Home and Garden Show, $1,765 and the Exeter Fall Fair, $1,100. There will be somewhat of a Toss of revenue this year ' as Heywood's Auctions no longer uses the rec centre and between the floor rental and the concession booth this could be a loss of $16,000. Other issues: The rec centre is keeping a close eye on parking as both the high school and public school are using the lot. Reports of high school students speeding and Ross wins again at squash event EXETER - The South Huron Racquet and Fitness Club held its winter squash tourney recently in which, once again, Mark Ross took the winning spot for the 'A' divi- sion. 'B' division winner was Leo Krahn. Highlight of the day was the con- siderable talent of Andrew Mount, a 14 -year-old player from the County Club of Clinton. While he lost his first round match against Mark Ross, he showed his skills and superior fitness in his subse- quent matches against Peter Darbi- shire and Ken Farquhar. Winter league play has been steady, with 16 players participat- ing, and several new members have recently joined, either as novices or as experienced players who are re- visiting squash as a fitness activity. According to club co-ordinator, Ja- mie Dougall, several ladies have shown interest in the sport too. A ladies league night is being planned. Players and spectators are en- couraged to participate in the spring squash tournament, planned for April 8, 1995. For information,' call (519) 235-0448. Let me help you choose the RRSP that's right for you • Many investment options • Competitive rates • Transfers accepted • RRSP loans available Georg* Godbolt 235.2740 496 Main St., Exeter doing donuts but this will be mon- itored by the OPP. Soule discussion has taken place by the board about smoking being allowed in the foyer. While it was said that the outside is becoming messy from cigarette butts. This will be monitored to see if there can be an area inside the door for smoking. Ringette BUNNY Exeter 7 vs. London 6 Goals: Amber Caldwell (2). Danielle Ritchie (2), Brittany Schroeder (2), Lea Mudge Assists: Laura Corbett (2), Kristyn Re- gier (2). Michelle Desjardine (2). Dana Martin Great goaltending by Sotiria Kollias. NOVICE Exeter Godbolt Insurance 7 vs. Sea - forth 3 Goals: Julie Farquhar (4), Chantelle Elder, Denise Ritchie. Amber Preszca- tor Great passing by Denise -Ritchie. Karly Pinder, Chantelle Elder, Jocelyn Stire. Amy Taylor, Shannon Baer. Aimee McCann, Jenna Revingtcn Excellent goaltending by Miranda Grenier. February 11 - Guelph tournament Exeter Thursday Optimist 11 vs. Guelph 4 Goals: Krista Dayman, Robyn Ether- ington (2). Leeann Erb, Kendra Mudge (2), Ashley Gooch (3). Megan Preszca- tor(2) Assists: Kayman (3), Etherington, Ni- cole Zwaan, Mudge (3), Gooch, Knight, Cheryl Montgomery (3). Shannon Post - ill (3) Goaltender Stacey Snow played well in net. All players worked together to con- trol this game. Game 2 - Guelph tournament Exeter Thursday Optimist 5 vs. Niag- ara Falls 5 Goals: Dayman (2). Etherington, Gooch (2) Assists: Dayman, Etherington, Mudge, Knight, Preszcator, Montgom- ery The locals played a great team game. Exeter came from behind to tie the game. Again. Snow made many key saves. February 12 - Semi-final Petite 'C' Exeter Thursday Optimist 5 vs. Wal- kerton 6 Goals: Dayman (2), Etherington, Presz- cator Assists: Dayman, Etherington, Erb (2), Mudge, Preszcator Robyn Etherington also scored midway through the first but this goal was disal- lowed. Stacey Snow was outstanding in net. The locals played very strong against Walkerton, a `B; ranked team. and also throughout the weekend. The Optimist Petite play Sunday. Feb- ruary 19 in St. Marys at 6:0). /EEN February 12 Exeter 8 at Seaforth 8 Goals: Alicia Laurence (4), Sara Web- ber. Jackilyn Baynham, Pam Keys (2) Asslsts: Webber, Laurence, Baynham, Kim Keller (2)1. Julie Godbolt (2). Sara Weath 1876 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING i Established 1876 The 119th Annual Meeting of the Members will be held in the OFFICE BUILDING Of McKillop Mutual Insurance Company 91 Main Street South, Seaforth, Ontario on Wed., February 221995 at 1:30 p.m. - to receive and dispose of the 1990 Financial and Auditor's Reports, - to appoint Auditors, - to elect 3 directors, the Retiring Directors are John Tebbutt, Walter Mcllwain, Matt Haney. Ali are eligible for re-election - to transact any other business that may properly come before the meeting. - Any person wishing to seek election or re-election as.a Director must file his intention to stand for election in writing with the Secretary of the Company at least seven days in advance of the Annual Meeting. (By-law #21(d). JAMES CARDIFF Secretary -Treasurer -Manager • 1 r • We can help! We will finance you! • No hassle, instant credit approval and delivery • Over 30 completely reconditioned and certified vehicles to choose from at all times. 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With the completion of the study, the Ministry is now proposing to: - remove the existing bridge and construct a single -lane, signal- ized detour, using a Bailey bridge along the west side of the highway to temporarily route traffic around the work area; - construct a new bridge and approaches, including 'a grade raise along the existing highway (maximum increase of 1.0 m), paved approach shoulders, catchbasins at all four approach corners, barrier curb and single beam guide rail; and - restore and re -grade adjacent highway drainage ditches as re- quired upon removal of the roadside detour. THE PROCESS This study has followed an approved planning process. Follow- ing contacts with extemal agencies and the public, and review within the Ministry, it has been determined that this project will not result in any significant detrimental environmental effects. A letter outlining this and the reasons has been filed with the Ministry of the Environment and Energy. If, after April 6, 1995, significant concems have not been identified, further documen- tation 'will not be prepared and construction may start without further notice. COMMENTS We are interested in hearing any comments or concems that you may have about the project. Please direct comments or questions by April 6,-1995 to: Mr. Al Seppala, P. Eng. Project Engineer Planning and Design Section Southwestern Region Ministry of Transportation 659 Exeter Road, London, Ontario N6E 1L3 Telephone: (519) 649-3129 Toll free: 1-800-265-6072 Ext, 3129 Fax: (519) 649-3109 Note: With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. If you believe, after consulting with Ministry staff, that serious concerns remain unresolved, you may request that the project be subject to a formal environmental assessment review. •