The Times Advocate, 2008-04-30, Page 7Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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Huron OPP wrap up Spring Seatbelt Safety campaign
HURON — The provincewide Spring
Seatbelt Safety campaign wrapped up
Sunday with the Huron OPP checking
hundreds of vehicles.
An exact number was unavailable as
the T -A was going to print Tuesday.
The Spring Seatbelt Campaign began
April 16, with officers checking more than
13,200 vehicles. A total of 157 vehicles
have also been checked for proper child
restraints.
By April 24, 153 Huron County drivers
have been charged with failing to wear
their seatbelt. Another 13 passengers
have been charged and four drivers have
been charged with having improper child
restraints.
On April 22, in the midst of the cam-
paign, a carload of five 15 -and 16 -year-
old youths were in a car crash on Mill
Road in Bluewater, involving a lack of
seatbelt use, inexperience and alcohol.
The five people were sent to area hos-
pitals with non -life threatening injuries.
One occupant, a 15 -year-old female,
was ejected from the car during the colli-
sion because she was not wearing her
seatbelt.
The Huron OPP say this could have eas-
ily been a fatal collision.
The members of the Huron OPP hope
this near fatality can be used as an oppor-
tunity for education.
The 16 -year-old driver was charged
with driving with an open container of
liquor and driving while a passenger
under 16 failed to wear a seatbelt.
The Huron OPP say, buckling
up should happen automatically
before putting your key in the
ignition.
Collisions that injure
can occur in towns,
between farms and on
short trips, police say.
Many believe that
if they're just going
"up town," they Bu
don't need to use
their belt.
Buckle up —The Huron OPP checked hundreds of vehicles during the
Iannual provincewide Spring Seatbelt Safety campaign, which began April
16, wrapping up Sunday. Officers were in downtown ExeterApril 23,
catching people who weren't buckled up.Above, Huron OPP Const.
JoannaVan Mierlo gives a motorist a ticket. (photo/NinaVan Lieshout)
Attend a dinner theatre and support a youth group
By Carmel Sweeney
ZURICH CORRESPONDENT
ZURICH - Once again the Lions Club fish fry and silent
auction held at the Zurich Complex was a big success.
Thanks also to the help of their wives. The meal was
delicious and had a good steady crowd all night. Lovely
items and gift certificates were donated, going towards
the highest bidder. Profits made from this event will go
towards the new play -ground equipment at the park.
A bridal shower was held for Sarah Vermunt at her
parents' (Brenda and Walter) home on Sat., April 26
with family, relatives and friends attending. Sarah is the
fiance of Vimal Gandhi. They will wed in June.
Congratulations to Steve an Pat Meidinger who are cel-
ebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary this Sunday at
11 a.m. mass at St. Boniface Church; followed by an
open house at the Zurich complex. The actual date of
their anniversary is May 17.
A bridal shower was held for Kelly Thiel on Sun., April
27 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church Hall. Kelly is the
daughter of Ken and Donna Thiel of Zurich and fiance of
Jordan Jefferey (son of John and Lesley RR 2 Zurich).
There will be a Buck and Doe for Kelly and Jordon on
Fri., May 2 at the Zurich complex, and their wedding
will take place in June.
Volunteer appreciation at rest home
A nice afternoon was had by all those who volunteer
their time and talents at the Bluewater Rest Home dur-
ing the year carrying out various activities.
A volunteer appreciation get-together was held Sun.,
April 27 at the Zurich Mennonite Church with several
residents there to greet everyone at the door. Red roses
were handed out to the women and chocolates were
given to the men.
Musical entertainment for the event was provided by
The Harbouraires.
Patty Groot welcomed and thanked everyone for their
dedication and gave an interesting up -date as to what is
taking place at the home. Refreshments were enjoyed
by all.
The Ladies Auxiliary meeting is on Tues., May 6 at the
rest home at 6:30 p.m. Music will be provided by the
Swinging Seniors (Andy Rau and his group). Everyone is
welcome!
A Buck and Doe for Neil Beauchamp and Paula Allen
was held on
Sat., April 26 hi
Zurich at the
complex. Neil
is the son of
Don and Elaine
from Zurich.
The couple are
getting married
in May.
Welcome
back home
'safe and
sound' goes out
to Herb and
Donna Klopp
who drove last
week from
Victoria, B.C.
Leo and
Cecile
Meidinger are
now residents at the Villa in Exeter; I am sure they'd
enjoy some company from their Zurich friends.
Be sure and get your ticket for the dinner/drama com-
ing up soon on Sat., May 3 being held at the Zurich
Public School gym. Doors open at 6 p.m. with supper at
6:30 p.m. Advance tickets can be purchased by mem-
bers of St. Peter's Lutheran Church Youth Group or
Sharia at 236-7004. Door prizes -1950s attire is optional
for "The Return of Rock N. Roley High School Reunion."
Community kitchen news
The Community Kitchen (cooking low-cost nutritious
meals) is still taking place at the Lutheran Church hall.
If you want to attend register by the last Tuesday of each
month. Be ready for cooking night on Tues., May 6 at 7
p.m. For more information call Jenn Boles at 235-6267
as soon as possible.
The Monday night ladies bowling league are now done
for the season and we all enjoyed the fun and friendship
we had together every week. Our supper and awards
night will be held in Grand Bend on Mon., May 12 at
6:30 p.m. at the Back in Time restaurant with a social
starting at 6 p.m.
If you are not planning on attending please let Donna
Thiel know ahead of time.
St. Boniface
An early Mother's Day breakfast will be held at St.
Boniface Church sponsored by the Knights of Columbus
in the parish hall this Sun., May 4 from 9:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m.
Joan Regier, Theresa Kester, Dianne Tucker and Fr.
Peter Keller were among those who attended the CWL
Convention for a few days in Windsor last week at the
Cleary Auditorium.
Don't forget to keep saving your pop cans for St.
Boniface building fund.
Zurich hosts Bid Euchre
The Tri- County Senior Games (Huron, Perth and
Middlesex) are on again for their summer games.
Zurich is hosting the event of Bid
Euchre on May 12 at the Bluewater
Complex.
Gwen McKeller is co-ordinator for
the Zurich participants and is
reporting a very good registration
for a variety of events. Twenty-four
Join us for the `
10th Anniversary e•
of John Davidson's Walk Across Canada
Walk Across Canada in a Day
Friday, May 2
Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Walk: 8:30 a.m.
Springbank Park, London
For details, to register, to pledge a walker including John
www.jessesjourney.com
519-645-8855
people are also signed up to attend the banquet on the
last day in Exeter. Gwen would like to wish everyone
'good luck' on their games!
r Capsule Comments
by Ernie Miatello
If you are over 40, it's a good idea to have an
eye exam at least every two years. This is
especially important if you have a family history of
glaucoma or diabetes. Glaucoma, if undiagnosed,
can lead to blindness. If diagnosed, there are
excellent medicines to control it.
There is much talk about reducing our salt intake and many people
have switched to salt substitutes. They taste OK but you should watch
theotassium content. Potassium is usually substituted for the sodium
andpeoplewith kidney disease or diabetes should be cautious of
taking in too much potassium. Some medications can increase
potassium levels as well.
Singing is good for your health. This is due to deeper breathing
giving the diaphram a good workout. Singing also helps the immune
system. Evidently antibody production goes up when we sing.
Perhaps it's because we are having a good time. It's also good from a
social point of view. Being part of a choir is working together to
produce a beautiful ensemble sound. Very exhilarating!
Evidently one in three healthcare dollars are spent to care for the 9
million people in Canada with chronic illnesses. It highlights the
importance of the power of prevention and making the right choices
in our diets and lifestyles.
Huron Apothecary Ltd.
Phone 235-1982,
440 Main St. Exeter as*
"YOUR HEALTH CARE PHARMACY"
National Hospice
Palliative Care Week
May 4 to 10, 2008
Advance Care Planning — Let's Talk About It!
Advance care planning is a process by which individuals and their health
care professional(s) discuss health care choices at the end of life. Creating an
advance care plan can help families cope during a time when many decisions need
to be made. National Hospice Palliative Care Week, May 4 to 10, is an opportunity
for all of us to reflect on the importance of quality of life in the last stages of life.
We encourage people of all ages, in all states of health, to talk about advance care
planning with their health care professionals and their families.
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