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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-05-20, Page 1010 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, May 20, 2015 Students urged to share ideas in essay competition ipitITtentIc Submitted Halifax, NS - Undergradu- ate and graduate students across Canada who are 18 years of age or older are being encouraged to help "Right the ship" in Atlantic Canada by entering the AIMS/on/Campus essay competition. The AIMS/on/Campus essay competition is part of the Atlantic Institute for Market Studies (AIMS) campus outreach program. AIMS is a distinctive Atlan- tic Canadian voice on pub- lic policy regionally, nationally and internationally. "We are asking students to apply their critical thinking skills at a time when Atlantic Canada could use an infusion of fresh, new ideas," says Marco Navarro -Genie, president and CEO of AIMS. "This is a great opportunity for students to showcase their talent and earn some money doing it. The theme, "Righting the ship," requires a short per- sonal statement and two short essays on policy or 1JstoweI Winghani •'!!I •+k1 .L1 Ph.C1 economic related issues fac- ing Atlantic Canada. Navarro -Genie believes the theme will produce some interesting papers. "The Atlantic Canadian economy is stagnating. Low productivity and out- migration have conspired with aging demographics to put immense fiscal pres- sure on local and provincial budgets," adds Navarro - Genie. "This is a chance for bright students to make a difference by imagining they work at a think tank dedicated to righting the ship." AIMS is asking all stu- dents from various aca- demic backgrounds to apply. The deadline to sub- mit is June 7, 2015 at 11:59pm. Top prize is $1,000; second place, $750; and third place, $500. AIMS is a Canadian non- profit, non-partisan organi- zation. The AIMS/on/Cam- pus programme is made possible through the gener- ous support of the Lotte and John Hecht Memorial Foundation (www.hecht. org). For full rules and guidelines, and to submit an entry, please visit www.aim soncampus.com/ essay -competition/. Corporation of the Listowel Memorial Hospital Corporation of the Wingham and District Hospital WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2015 ANNUAL MEETING & ELECTION OF DIRECTORS 7:00 PM DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 INFORMATIVE DISPLAYS OUTLINING COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES TRILLIUM MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY 495 MITCHELL ROAD SOUTH LISTOWEL, ONTARIO Season Champs The Monday Night Mixed Bowling season champs at Lucknow Town and Country Bowl were the Squashers. From left: Ron Elliott, Shawn Norlock, Harry Hollands, Jim Steffler. May 11, 2015. Valerie Gillies Playoff Champs The Monday Night Mixed Bowling playoff champs at Lucknow Town and Country Bowl were the Minions. From left: Christine Norlock, Wendy Ritchie, Rob Beirens. May 11, 2015. Town and Coutry Bowl Submitted Monday, May 4, 2015 Playoff Champs. Minions Team Standings: Minions 8, Flintstones 8, TMNT's 6, Bratz 3 Games over 200: Theresa Flood 200, Anita Elliott 227, Ron Elliott 259 High Single Ladies: Anita Elliott 227 High Single Men: Ron Elli- ott 259 High Triple Ladies: Anita Elliott 581 High Triple Men: Ron Elliott 611 Message bikes to promote cycling safety Huron County Health Unit Head injuries are the num- ber one cause of serious injury and death to kids on bicycles, but the right helmet can make a dramatic difference. To get people thinking about helmet use and cycling safety, the Huron County Health Unit will be touring special Message Bikes at schools around the county. These bright orange bikes will be parked at schools' bicycle racks. Look for the attached bike hel- mets, each with a thought- provoking message! A properly fitted and correctly worn helmet can make a dramatic difference, cutting the risk of serious head injury by up to 80%. Parents need to set an example when they ride bicycles as well as ensure their children use hel- mets and ride safely. Up to 90% of all injuries are predictable and prevent- able. Here are ways to pre- vent cycling injuries: Protect Your Head, Wear a Helmet. A properly fitted and correctly worn bike hel- met can make a dramatic difference, cutting the risk of serious head injury by up to 80%. Check Your Ride. Ensure bikes are adjusted to the rec- ommended height for the rider, tires are inflated and brakes are working properly. Be Prepared. Get trained in bicycle safety and rules of the road, use appropriate hand signals and obey all traffic signs. Pick Family Friendly Routes. Use designated areas for riding when available. Ride in Well Lit Areas. Be sure your bike has reflectors and lights if planning to ride in low lit areas. Pick the Right Side of the Road. Tell your kids to ride on the right side of the road, the same direction that traf- fic is going and to stay as far right as possible. Use Your Bell. Ensure your bike is equipped with a bell to announce when passing. If not, use your voice! Learn more about riding safely at a local bicycle rodeo. A bicycle rodeo will be held June 9 from 5 pm -7:30 pm at the South Huron arena, sponsored by local Optimists and OPP. Check with your munici- pality to see if there is a rodeo near you. Jumpstart through Cana- dian Tire helps kids get active by funding activities for families in financial need. To see if you qualify, call Big Brothers Big Sisters 519-237-3554 or 519-524- 4361 or contact Jump- start http://jumpstart.cana- diantire.ca.