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The Times Advocate, 2008-03-05, Page 17Wednesday, March 5, 2008 Times -Advocate 17 A DrinkingWater Source Protection working group for Exeter and area was created in February. Members of the working group are in front from left Dianne Faubert, Paul Klopp, Joanna Wallace, Erin Kirk and Claire Dodds; in back from left are Gerry Wallis, Cary Lamoure, Paul Cornwell, Steve Boles, Paul Nairn and Don Giberson.Also members of the working group are Paul Smith,Tom Tomes and Larry Lynn. (photo/submitted) Water protection groups formed EXETER — More than 100 people have joined working groups to pro- tect municipal drinking water sources in the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Source Protection Region. Six local, multi -stake- holder working groups have been established in Exeter, Clinton, Kingsbridge, Listowel, Parkhill and Wingham. A seventh working group, the Municipal Subcommittee, is made up of municipal repre- sentatives drawn from the 24 municipalities and six counties within the Source Protection Region and it was also formed in February. "Working groups made up of community mem- bers have the potential to ask excellent questions and provide important input to the Source Protection Committee," said Larry Brown, chair- person of the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley SPC. "I think people who serve on the working groups will really develop increased knowledge and awareness of their water- sheds and the ways drinking water can be protected." The working groups will meet about once a month for 18 months, learn about drinking water sources and provide input to the Source Protection Committee, which will be developing Source Protection Plans to protect municipal drinking water sources in the region. Group members will get a free -of -charge, profes- sionally developed and facilitated adult learning program on 15 modules related to drinking water source protection. "The community model that has been introduced in this area doesn't exist anywhere else in this form," said project man- ager Cathie Brown. "We wanted to provide extra opportunities for communities to be active- ly involved and we think these groups will provide those opportunities." For more information v i s i t sourcewaterinfo. on. ca or phone 335-3557, 235- 2610 or 1-888-286-2610. SHDHS PAWS Day School spirit sports — South Huron District High School participated in its 2nd Annual Panther Active Winter Sports (PAWS) Day, competing in soccer, volleyball, tug-of-war, ski and G.T. Racer/puzzle relays, while raising school spirit.Above from team "TNT" are, from left, Grade I I students Liam Price and Mitch Partridge competing in the G.T. Racer/puzzle relay, while below, team "les terminateurs" participate in the skiing relay.Their team members from left are Grade 10 students Claire Tuckey, Mikayla Keller, Mandy Eveland and Teri Stuckless, while French teacher Diane Heatherington holds their team sign.The students were given hot chocolate and snacks to warm up, funded by Heart Huron. (photos/Nina Van Lieshout) Official board meeting on March 12 at 7:30 p.m. By Mary Peterson CENTRALIA CORRESPONDENT CENTRALIA – Congregations at Centralia and Zion West United Churches dug out of the snow and attend- ed church on Sun., Feb. 24. In addition to Mr. Peter Gummow, the lay minister, Rev. Ray Hagerman attended and led the Sacrament of Communion. Communion had been postponed from the previous two worship services due to weather cancellations. Following worship, everyone enjoyed a delicious pancake brunch hosted by Brent Caslick. Thanks to all who assisted with the lunch and stayed to enjoy the food and fellowship on a cold winter day! Donations were gratefully accepted and will be forwarded to Camps Bimini and Menesetung to assist with their camps during warm summer days ahead! Mr. Peter Gummow led worship at Centralia and Zion West United Churches on Sun., March 3. Peter welcomed everyone and Brad Skinner lit the Christ candle. Marjorie Johns provided musical accompani- ment for several hymns and the choir anthem. Upcoming events Peter announced several upcoming events, including World Day of Prayer activities at Crediton United Church on March 6. The official board will meet on March 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Zion. Peter also asked for volunteers to assist him in the Good Friday worship. He is organizing a play for that service and needs congregation members to partici- pate. On Sun., March 30, Centralia will host worship for the Community of Local Churches at 10 a.m. Anyone who likes to sing is welcome to join Centralia choir for that worship or other worship services throughout the year. Choir practice is held at 7 p.m. on Thursday evenings. However, there will not be practice this week because of the World Day of Prayer worship. Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour next Saturday night so you're on schedule next Sunday! INDIAN RIVER DIRECT CITRUS TRUCKLOAD SALE N I IN MON., MAR. 10,10:00 a.m. • 12 oon Gar's Bar & Grill (58 Main St. North) /20 LB BOX OF FLORIDA Seedless Navel Oranges $2000 Ruby Red Grapefruit PER BOX 7 Capsule Comments by Ernie Miatello Over-the-counter cold medicines generally contain two medicines. One is a decongestant which shrinks blood vessels in the nose to help you to breathe easier. The other is an antihistamine that dries up a runny nose and watery eyes. These medication may interfere with some medications. Our pharmacists can help advise you if this is true in your case. People are always doing research to find solutions for memory loss as we age. Folic acid is the latest nutrient that appears to be important for brain health. It's found naturally in dark leafy greens, legumes, oranges, bananas and strawberries but some people take it as a supplement. It seems that taking 800mcg per day may help slow memory decline. Measuring your child's temperature can be accurately done rectally especially in children under three months when the child's temperature can be a crucial bit of information. In older children, the oral method is fine as long as the child can keep the thermometer in the mouth long enough. Ear thermometers work OK but have to be positioned correctly to get an accurate temperature. Shingles is a nasty but non-fatal viral disease. The good news is that if you've had it once, you have only a 5% chance of getting it again. This week is Pharmacist Awareness Week. This year's theme is "Pharmacists... your trusted partner in healthcare". Our availability, our knowledge and our empathy are excellent reasons why you can place your trust in us. Let our pharmacists be a member of your healthcare team! Huron Apothecary Ltd. 1.111.A Phone 235-1982, F�Rva)1 440 Main St. Exeter "YOUR HEALTH CARE PHARMACY"