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The Citizen, 2003-12-24, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2003. Thieves break into Cook’s Christmas boxes Residents at Huronlea in Brussels had a special treat from the Women’s Institute as members filled six trays with cookies for all to enjoy. They also packed 23 Christmas boxes full of holiday treats including homemade jam, pudding, oranges, apples, cookies, candy canes and of course Christmas cake. The boxes went to citizens in Brussels who have difficulty getting out during the winter weather. Kathy Bridge, president of the Majestic Wl, places a jar of jam in one of the boxes. (Elyse DeBruyn photo) On Dec. 17 at 8 a.m. OPP were called to Walton over a break-in at the Cook’s Feed Mill on Patrick Street. Sometime overnight a person forced open a window to the office of the business. The office was ransacked and approximately $200 in cash was COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 New Year's Eve Party from 9 pm -1 am. Pot luck and music. Admission $5.00 per person. Tickets available at Legion and Variety SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 Euchre Tournament downstairs at 1.00 pm. Bring your own partner. Admission $5.00 per person. Cash prizes, door prizes. Lunch. No smoking event. SUNDAY, JANUARY 4 Singles dance from 7:00-11:00 pm Admission $8.00 per person. Lunch. Enjoy "Awesome Possum" Info and general inquiries at 887-6562 or 887-6570 This is the week of Love and it was celebrated at the United Church on Sunday as families brought their precious gifts to be baptized and welcomed to the church. Amber and Hudson looked and acted angelic as their extended families of the Wheeler and Delauria clans smiled on with great pride. Music is very much a part of this festive season and to make the familiar carols even more enjoyable flutes, trumpets, piano, recorder, organ and drums filled the church with rhythm causing many smiles and creating good memories. Wayne Lowe will be enjoying his prize of last Saturday. It’s just as if Santa came to visit and brought a sleigh of goodies. Of course all the favourites from the Brussels Village Market are now awaiting Wayne’s tummy since he got to pick them out himself in pretty quick time. Enjoy. The Brussels Business Group had a good time with their recent promotion and were pleased to report the winners of their terrific prizes. The winners for this year are Angela Brodhagen, Luella Winger, Richard Minielly, Pat Button, Lori Vader, Marsha Campbell and Eluned McNair. Thanks for shopping in Brussels and share your goodies with-your friends. Oh Thursday the wailing is over and Christmas is finally here. All the preparations arc ready for the loved ones to enjoy. All the traditions that still hold meaning arc wailing and new ones are in the making all precious and all significant. When decorating for Christmas next year, homeowners in Brussels will have to keep up with the Joneses. The judges made their decision for best decorated house, selecting that of Kenneth and Marilyn Jones, 61 McDonald Dr. They were impressed by the aesthetically- pleasing blend of coloured and wl balance and by the decorations were not house itself. The best business Holly's Hair and Tanning Salon, owned by Holly Dauphin, chosen for going beyond tinsel and lights. From the Graber Watson house to yours have a peaceful blessed Christmas. Happy Holidays. Betty G.W. fact that the limited to the this yeai was NEWS FROM BRUSSELS BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED Joy To o^The World & May the coming season bring peace, joy and enlightenment to you and those you cherish. - Brussels Agri Services Ltd. Get Set for Winter Shop early and Save... all outdoor bird accessories Bulk bird feed starts at 45c per pound stolen. If you have information on this break-in call the Huron OPP or contact Crime Stoppers. is closed for holidays Closed for Holidays Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 3:00 p.m. We will open again Friday, Jan. 2/04 Please note: We will not be able to accept donations while we are closed. from the board and staff of safflower - niger seed - finch mix - millet ■ black oil sunflower ■ grey stripe sunflower - gourmet wild bird mixA Day Later To Be Better Beginning January 8 The Citizen will be publishing on Thursdays to allow more timely news in each week's paper The Citizen The Brussels Office will be closed until Monday, January 5 at 10 a.m. The Blyth Office will be closed until Monday, January 5 at 9 a.m. The next paper will be out on Thursday, January 8, 2004 Please note: The deadline for the January 8 paper is January 5 at 2 p.m. in Brussels and January 5 at 4 p.m. on Blyth 5R's Community Thrift Shop - Brussels - Suet Cakes * Suet Holders r Bird Feeders Brussels Agri Services Ltd. Feed, Fence, Farm & Pet Supplies 887-9391 www. brusselsagri . com A GLOWING CONCERN Keep candles out of the read) of children and pets. Remember to snuff out your candles if you are leaving the room or going to bed. Over the past few years, the use of candles in the home has greatly increased — and so has the number of fires caused by candle misuse. The Ontario fire service offers the following tips for the safe use of candles. Secure your candles in sturdy holders and, if possible, place glass chimneys or shades on them. Keep lit candles out of the reach of children and pets, and well away from any combustible materials. An unattended candle is an invitation to disaster, so don't forget to snuff out your candles before leaving the room or j going to bed. I Remember to keep all matches and lighters out of the sight and reach of children. 1 a and Jlewy, Cft^iAtmaA Fire Chief Murray McArter Brussels Fire