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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2007-10-31, Page 1TIMES ADVOCATE Exeter, Ontario, Canada Wednesday, October 3 I, 2007 $ 1.25 (includes GST) UJ HURON TRACTOR EXETER 519-235-1115 www.hurontractor.com JOHN DEERE WHAT'S INSIDE Dress -up time Mount Carmel students show off Halloween outfits PAGE 12 Aspiring poet Exeter woman completes book of poetry PAGE 1 6 INDEX Editorial 4 Sports 18 Announcements 22 Classifieds 25 TIMES -ADVOCATE 424 MAIN ST. Box 850 EXETER, ONTARIO NOM I S6 TEL: 519-235-1331 FAX: 519-235-0766 WWW.SOUTHHURON.COM EXETER HAWKS vs LUCAN FRI., NOV. 16 8:30 P.M. SH REC CENTRE Encouraging literacy —Thanks to a grant from the Province of Ontario for Literacy and Life -Long Learning, a new interactive literacy station for pre- schoolers has been set up at Exeter Library. Checking out the new computer Friday morning are, front to back, GrantTurner,William Strang and Clarissa Turner.The Huron County library system now has five literacy stations located throughout the system. (photo/Scott Nixon) Focus of agriculture meeting is farm industry overseas By Nina Van Lieshout TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF SEAFORTH — The agriculture indus- try in New Zealand and Australia was a main focus at the Annual/Regional Huron County Federation of Agriculture (HCFOA) meeting Oct. 25. Guest speakers and graduates of the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) Dianne Peckitt of Lucknow and Joe Deitrich of Formosa presented information at the Seaforth Agriplex, on the difference between the agriculture industry in New Zealand and Australia, comparing it with Canada. The AALP is a developmental oppor- tunity for both women and men involved in Ontario's agriculture and food industry. The 19 -month program, sponsored by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture See ANNUAL page 2 HIGH SPEED INTERNET hua ioq www.hay.nel SERVING EXETER & SURROUNDING AREAS For as low as $19.95/mo. 519-236-4333 `Green' initiative at Exeter Public By Nina Van Lieshout TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF EXETER — Students at Exeter Public School are proving they can make a difference, exchanging non - recyclable lunch containers for reusable lunch con- tainers. At an assembly at EPS Oct. 24, Bluewater Recycling Researcher and member of the EPS Parent's Association Wendy Chapman explained the impor- tance of making the switch. "The 'new' containers are reusable and reduce the amount of waste that is generated. Following on the three R's principles it is always better to reduce and reuse and lastly recycle." The EPS Parent's Association sponsored the con- tainers, which were brought home that same day by students. Each student brought home four containers, making it easier to use everyday. The idea came from the EPS Eco -committee, made up of staff, students and parents. There are two nutrition breaks a day at EPS, allowing students to rotate the containers every other day. EPS has also begun providing healthy snacks for its students, supplied by the Ontario Student Nutrition Improvement Plan, through a grant from the Huron County Health Unit. EPS Grade 2 teacher Ann Devries says EPS began distributing the healthier options in October, which was fruit month. They alternated bananas and apples every other day. In November, EPS is looking at a vegetable month. EPS vice-principal and member of the EPS Eco -com- mittee Shawn Allen is pleased with the recyclable con- tainers. "We will reduce waste. We should use the Earth's resources. And when asked if Allen felt the students would fol- low through with this commitment, he replied, "Yes, and we want to build habits that will continue on through life." The students also seemed excited about the idea. Grade 3 student Emma Haines says she's happy because, "I want to help the Earth." Following up this week, Chapman says, "The teach- ers have already commented that since (last) Wednesday when they were distributed they have noticed that some students have made the switch and are bringing their snacks in the reusable containers." See photo on page 2 SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK! DAYLIGHT SAVInGS TIME EI1DS nOVEII1BER 4 EXETER CHRYSLER "Your neighbourhood Chrysler Dealer" 519-235-1525 136 Main St. N., Exeter Prepare your vehicle for th demands of harsh winter driving with one of our Fall Service Specials and you'll receive a "Drive In and Win" contest card.* Scratch the box and instantly win a prize. Mopar Windshield EVERY CARD'S A WINNER! Washer Fluid 4L • Mopar Glass Cleaner • Mopar Car Care Kits • Digital Tire Gauge MaiR {( SERVICE Convenient Affordable. We:IIprove EE , W dr. 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