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The Citizen, 1999-02-03, Page 1News ■ Business ■ Sports_____M Entertainment Blyth council votes to fight for spot in the north See page 2 New faces on Brussels main street See page 7 Blyth PeeWees advance to playoff semi-finals See page 8 Dragon entertains ■ ’ ||in Blyth | See page 19 Barn burns in Grey blaze A Grey Twp. bam was complete­ ly destroyed by fire Monday after­ noon. Grey Twp. firefighters were called to Lot 31, Cone. 10 at 4:55 p.m. where they found the struc­ ture, owned by Brad Spciran, engulfed in flames, said Fire Chief Gary Earl. They remained at the scene until approximately 11:45 p.m. Though the building was destroyed, an estimated loss of $50,000, there was no loss of live­ stock. The animals had been removed and are currently housed at a neighbour's. The firefighters were assisted by two tankers from the Elma depart­ ment. Shortly after returning to the firc- hall, the men were called to a chim­ ney fire al John Davies', Lot 5, Cone. 16. There were no damages and the firefighters were back al the hall within the hour. OPP have suspect in area theft cases From September to December 1998, Huron and Perth Counties experienced a rash of business break, enter and thefts in the Listowel, Blyth, Brussels, Grey Twp. and Kurtzville areas. Police say the culprit (believed to be acting alone) has targeted auto supply stores, auto garages, tractor dealerships, vet clinics, furniture store, and bowling alley and craft stores. The items stolen include cash, electronics, tools, and lottery tickets and craft supplies. The suspect has been known to gain entry by cutting or peeling back the metal siding of buildings and entering through the wall. The suspect has also used conventional methods such as prying open windows/doors and breaking windows to grain entrance. Police have a description of the suspect. The white male is between 5' 8" - 5' 11" and has a stocky build. He was wearing a balaclava, crew neck sweater, cargo pants, mitts or gloves and in one incident carrying two knapsacks. Police believe that the suspect could be responsible for multiple break, enter and thefts in the area. The person is suspected in 20 break-ins with over $50,000 worth of merchandise being stolen. If you suspect someone has moved into the area or has recently left the area that you feel may have been involved call the OPP at 1- 888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). Crime Stoppers will pay a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect. Blyth lawsuit settled The matter of the wrongful dis­ missal suit filed by former Blyth Clerk-Treasurer Helen Grubb against the village and several indi­ viduals has finally been settled. Council received notice al the Feb. 1 meeting of a full and final release in favour of the village, PUC, Reeve Mason Bailey, Coun­ cillors Rob Lawrie and Doug Scrimgeour, former councillors Ronald Ritchie and Gerald Kerr, PUC Commissioner Thomas Cronin and former PUC commis­ sioner George Reinink. The court action was dismissed without costs. Jr. C Bulls face off against 1987 team Possibly one of the best teams in Brussels junior hockey history will return to the ice, Feb. 6. The 1986-87 Jr. D Bulls, OHA semi-finalists, will challenge the current Bulls in a reunion game al the Brussels Morris and Grey Com­ munity Centre following the Bulls annual banquet. "They were a close-knit bunch ol guys," said Steve Coulter, former manager of the Bulls (198 1 -1987, 1998). "They knew what it t<x)k to win." Several 1987 players arc still local and well known to area resi­ dents. Some of the oldlimcrs arc former goalie Jeff McGavin, Tim Fritz, Rob Cardiff, Doug Shaw and Kevin Johnston, along with many more who have remained in the area. The reunion game is planned to help raise funds for the Brussels Bulls organization. A social time will be held follow­ ing the 7:30 game. (70®+ 50 GST) 750Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999Vol. 15 No. 5 On target Last Wednesday evening, the Blyth School Council held a Community Games Night in the school gymnasium, in place of its regular monthly meeting. Jason Young, son of Alan and Brenda watched with anticipation as he takes his turn at the shuffleboard table.