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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2018-02-15, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2018. PAGE 3. Well tests show elevated sodium, fluoride levels By Denny Scott The Citizen Blyth's water supply has tested for higher -than -normal levels of sodium and fluoride, prompting North Huron to send out notification of the results. During North Huron Township Council's Feb. 5 meeting, Public Works Director Sean McGhee explained that water samples and resamples reported levels of sodium at 23.1 miligrams per litre (MG/L) on Jan. 2 and 22.5 MG/L on Jan. 9. Any time water tests above 20 MG/L of sodium, the local Medical Officer of Health is to be notified. In his report, McGhee said the elevated sodium in drinking water can result in higher overall sodium intake for users of the system, which Camps looking for summer sta is something of which anyone on a sodium -restricted diet should be made aware. Fluoride levels measured 1.77 MG/L and 1.81 MG/L, which, due to natural fluoridation of the water, required reporting. McGhee said that only vulnerable users such as children should be concerned about the fluoride levels. From Marilyn's Desk By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318 Greeting worshippers at Blyth United Church on Sunday, Feb. 11 was Marilyn Craig. Ushering were Hope Button and Marilyn Craig. Susanna Lyman was organist and Katie Dockstader, choir director. Lavern Clark ran the power point. Hillary MacDonald welcomed everyone to church on such a snowy morning. She reminded everyone of the announcements printed in the bulletin and special mention that the ladies are making beef pies on Feb. 21. If you wish to order call Donna Moore at 519-523-9855. If you have a few hours to spare come out and join in the fun, no experience is necessary, there are jobs for everyone. They start on Wednesday morning at 8:30 a.m. She also reminded everyone that Camp Menesetung and Camp Bimini are accepting applications for summer staff. Hillary also reminded everyone that there is a Lenten Study, "Why I Believe" on Tuesday afternoons beginning Feb. 20 from 1-2 p.m. in the Church parlour in Blyth and Friday mornings beginning Feb. 23 from 10-11 a.m. in the Brussels choir room. Hillary invited everyone to greet Tuesday church meal set Feb. 20 Happy birthday to Evelyn Popp and Jim Chalmers who celebrate Feb. 16; Darrel Wood, Feb. 17; Marilyn Craig, Feb. 18 and Christine Hoba, Clinton, Feb. 19. Have a happy birthday everyone. Winners of the Feb. 12 euchre were: first, Kay Hesselwood, 77; Wendy Hugill, 72; second, Mae Ritchie, 69 and Carol Lahey, 70; lone hands, Jewel Plunkett, two and Paul Moss, two; share the wealth, Kay Hesselwood and Paul Moss. The next euchre will be on Monday Feb. 19. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with cards beginning at 1 p.m. at the Blyth Legion Hall. Come out and enjoy a few hands of euchre. Shoot winners for Feb. 13 were: first, Mae Ritchie; second, Mary Bell; third, Lorna Ellis; most shoots, Frank Hammond and share the wealth, Mary Bell and Mae Ritchie. Come out to Blyth United Church on Feb. 20 and join in the fun. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with cards beginning at 1 p.m. Shoot is played every other Tuesday. Don't forget Two Toonie Tuesday on Feb. 20 at Blyth Trinity Anglican Church Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This month's menu is pork tenderloin. Come out and enjoy the food and fellowship and support our local churches in their mission to help others. one another. The first hymn, "Teach Me God to Wonder" was sung followed by the lighting of the Christ candle. The call to worship was repeated responsively followed by the prayer of approach. Hillary had a sign in her hand with the letters M -O -M on it and asked everyone if they knew what it said. Then she turned it upside down and it read "wow". The same three letters say "wow", and transform to say "mom". In the scriptures, Jesus was transformed on the mountain. The Disciples witnessed the transformation of Jesus. The next hymn was "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name". The scripture reading was from the Gospel of Mark 9:3-6. The choir sang the anthem "Lord, Be with Us on This Day". Hillary suggested when we take a look at our lives, we always want more, a new job, a new car, or a new house. It seems to be the same we always want something new. We fail to see the world transforming. If we look at the bigger picture and if it is a good experience we are satisfied to do nothing but if it is not a good picture we want to change it. We need to see the same old things with new eyes. We want God to be present in our lives. In the scripture reading, Jesus is leading some of His disciples up the mountainside to witness His transformation. The disciples see Jesus with new eyes. Often after a death in the family, we can see that person but are unable to touch them. We are forever changed when there has been a death in the family. A new baby in the family also changes many lives. Transformed moments change us. We are a transforming people of God. The hymn, "Joyful, Joyful We Adore You" was sung. The offering was received followed by the offertory response and the offertory prayers. The hymn "Take, 0 Take Me as I Am" was sung, leading into the prayers for the people, silent prayers and the singing of the Lord's Prayer. The last hymn `Be Thou My Vision" was followed by the benediction and the singing of the response "May God's Sheltering Wings". Everyone was invited for coffee, tea and fellowship. A great way to spend recess Few things say fun in the winter like crazy carpets and snowy hills and students at Maitland River Elementary School in Wingham have plenty of both. Edyn Beyersbergen is seen here trying to keep her ride on line. (Denny Scott photo) Information from the Huron County Health Unit will be included in an upcoming tax bill outlining cautions, concerns and steps to be taken by individuals who may be adversely impacted by the higher - than -normal fluoride or sodium levels. For example, the documents indicate that infant formula should be prepared with water with 1.5 MG/L of fluoride or less and that parents with children up to six years of age should consult a health care professional before using any dental care products with fluoride. Councillor Bill Knott, after receiving McGhee's report, asked if the samples were taken at the wellhead or throughout the system, wanting to know if this was connected to the new well opened in Blyth last year. McGhee said the samples were taken at different points, proving that the elevated salt and fluoride were consistent for the entire aquifer. McGhee also stated that some of these tests are traditionally only required every five years, however because of naturally high sodium and fluoride in the water supply, the municipality monitors the situation annually. For more information, contact the Huron County Health Unit at 519- 482-3416 or North Huron at 519- 357-3550. FROM BLYTH Laundromat Blyth Laundromat 191 Westmoreland St., Blyth 519-523-9687 The great business of a Christian's life! (John Flavel) "Guard your heart above all else --for it determines the course of your life!" Proverbs 4:23 The heart is the seat of principles --and the fountain of actions. The eye of God is, and the eye of the Christian ought to be --principally fixed upon it. The greatest difficulty in conversion --is to win the heart to God. The greatest difficulty after conversion --is to keep the heart with God. Here lies the very pinch and stress of religion; here is that that makes the way to life a narrow way, and the gate of Heaven a straight gate. The keeping and right managing of the heart in every condition --is the great business of a Christian's life! "Oh, for a holier heart! Oh for a heart to hate sin more! Oh for a heart to love God more --and to walk more closely with Him! Lord, whatever you deny me --do not deny me such a heart! Give me a heart to fear You, love you and delight in You!" A Grace Gem Submitted by Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-291-1956 Your Local Paper - The Original Social Media! News / Information / Events / Shopping Community / & More f 0,0n 1!2i!ilir The Citizen 00. Wil, _4W -""r1 - Me0300, C.0,0r0 877 000e F., 80 0.101.01111 1;13. Sheldlea 0 5120025 5.21 5020 0.00 710511120 e 01750715111505.0 In print, online or on the go, we are your local newspaper. We keep you connected to what's happening in our communities and surrounding areas. The Citizen www.northhuron.on.ca Facebook J www•Facebook.com/NorthHuronCitizen Twitter @TheNHCitizen info @ northhuron. on. c a The Citizen