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The Times Advocate, 2008-04-30, Page 31Wednesday, April 30, 2008 TIMES—ADVOCATE 31 Keeping kids safe Car safety —Twenty-five car seats were checked at a car seat clinic held Saturday in Exeter at Eric Campbell Ford Lincoln put on by the Huron County Health Unit and Bruce Power. Public health nurse Josee Cayer called the clinic a success and said the Health Unit received positive feedback from those who used the free service, which was part of the Ministry of Transportation's Spring Seat Belt Campaign.According to information provided by the Health Unit, motor vehicle crashes are the number one killer of children and the second leading cause of injuries for children aged one to I4.When used correctly, car seats can reduce deaths by 90 per cent and serious injuries by 70 per cent. Fewer than 10 per cent of car seats are used or installed correctly. More information on car seat safety can be found by calling the Health Unit at 1-877-837-6143 or the Infant and Toddler Safety Association at 1-888-570-0181.Above left are Julie Falconer of The Co-operators, three- year-old Cassie Burdge of Hensall being held by her mom Amy, and Anne -Marie Patterson of The Co-operators. (photo/Scott Nixon) POLICE BRIEF Warrant executed in South Huron SOUTH HURON — On March 28 members of the OPP executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant on a residence in South Huron. As a result of the investiga- tion, two people were taken into custody and face numerous charges. A 49 -year-old South Huron man has been held in custody since his arrest. He is facing one count of possession of a controlled substance — cocaine, one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking, one count of production of a controlled substance and one count of breach recognizance. A 33 - year -old South Huron woman was released by a judge with a court date of April 21. She is facing one count of possession of a controlled substance — cannabis marijuana, one count of possession of a controlled substance — cocaine, one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking, one count of production of a controlled substance and one count of breach proba- tion. Healthy living FrrazGil "hEEls o.z er Meals In Hanx_based Meal Services C" VOI1 �C7L{L1ttLj C. SUPPORT SERVICES HOME HELP Mcal preparation S hopping Errands Housekeeping {cleanin,. dust vacuunt tidy. laundry. mending et . 7RANSPOF?TATIO Volunteer DrIVer5 careful I selected providing esmrtEd transport ationw hen Nutritious mea "Home -cos Social S recra activitiEs Transportation to clients L Grand Bend Health Fair —The Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre hosted its annual "We Can Help" Health Fair April 24, with various health related community booths participating.Above home help/homemaking co-ordinator Gwen Good of Town and Country Support Services showcases their Huron County organization, which is looking for volunteers.Town and Country Support Services offer many services to seniors, including transportation, homemaking and seniors exercise programs. Below from left are from Victim Services of Huron County executive director Shelley Dorey and volunteer co-ordinator Rachel Lynn.Victim Services provides short term emotional support, practical assistance and community referral to victims of crime, trauma and tragic circumstances.They are also looking for volunteers. Some of the other featured booths were the Alzheimer Society of Huron County, South Huron Hospital and Huron Addiction Services — Huron Health Unit. (photos/Nina Van Lieshout) Ir -1 I 41 Cnunty Huron `Q_\ Community P 0 pp nd pl, .sis ce to vicious of irne or tragic circumstance. tee Confidential Services 3egistered Non -Profit ;organization Community Referrals. Available 24/7 519.5 24.4108 WWW,victimserviceshuron.ca Scouts/Guides pick up trash — Members of the 1st Lucan Scouting and 1st Lucan Guiding spent a wet Saturday morning cleaning up Lucan as part of Earth Week.The cleanup, co-ordinated with the municipality of Lucan Biddulph, saw the children cleaning up at most of the parks in town.The morning wrapped up with a barbecue.A similar cleanup was held in Granton the previous weekend. Pictured in front from left are Madison and MaloryVankerkoerle, Brittny Steele, Savanna Carter, FelicityVankerkoerle, Dania! Cotton, Noah Jewell, Jason Froats and J.T. Carter; in the middle from left are Tameka Arnold, Madison Steele, Justin Neil, Malcolm Duscky,Alec and Colin Barstow, Logan Cotton and Robert Jones; in back are Coun. Paul Hodgins, left and Scout leader Ken Rees.The 30-35 children who participated Saturday will receive a badge. (photo/Scott Nixon) cooking with memories BY DEBBY WAGLER CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH SAUCE WHEN WE WERE MARRIED RANDY'S HOME CHURCH GAVE US A SHOWER AND ONE OF MY FAVORITE GIFTS WAS RECIPES FROM THOSE THAT ATTENDED. PEOPLE HAND WROTE THEM ON RECIPE CARDS AND I GOT A GREAT COLLECTION TO ADD TO MY OWN. THIS RECIPE IS A GREAT ONE TO SERVE WHEN YOU HAVE A GANG OR NEED TO TAKE A POTLUCK DISH. 1-1 /2 cups macaroni shells (uncooked) 3 cups cubed cooked chicken 1 cup bread crumbs 1 cup diced cheddar cheese 1 cup milk and 1 cup chicken broth 1 /2 cup butter I /2 cup mushrooms I /4 cup each of green pepper, celery, onion shake of salt 3 eggs slightly beaten Melt butter and brown mushrooms. Add bread crumbs. Combine all other ingredients. Turn into a large flat baking pan. Sprinkle chow mein noodles over top. Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes. Serve with the following topping: I /2 cup butter I /2 cup flour 2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup mushrooms I /3 cup cream 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1 tbsp. chopped parsley Melt butter. Blend in flour and add remaining ingredients. Heat till warm through and serve in a gravy dish.