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The Times Advocate, 2004-12-01, Page 22 Exeter Times -Advocate Wednesday, December 1, 2004 Regional wrap up MPP supports Truscott CLINTON — Huron - Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell added her voice to the chorus of those seeking an end to the Steven Truscott case. The Clinton News - Record reported Mitchell took to the microphone Nov. 16 to read a statement into the Hansard. "Justice Minister (Irwin) Cotler stated that there is a reason- able basis to conclude that a miscarriage of justice likely occurred in this case," Mitchell said. Strike averted GODERICH Unionized employees at the Goderich Elevators have voted to ratify a three-year collective agreement that will avert a strike. The Goderich Signal -Star reported the Goderich Elevators and and the United Food Commercial Workers, representing 20 of its employees, held nego- tiations Nov. 16. USDA rule BLYTH — The United States Department of Agriculture has draft- ed a new rule which will allow the resumption of live cattle and ruminants trade between Canada and the U.S. The Citizen reported the draft is now in the hands of the United States Office of Management and Budget for final approval. On Nov. 20, Canadian Cattlemen's Association president Stan Eby said the rule also involves an expanded list of beef products into the U.S. from regions at mini- mal risk of BSE, mak- ing this a "significant step" towards recov- ery for the industry. Ten -year-old Teagen Florence of Exeter gets a hair cut from Kelly Collins at First Choice Haircutters Nov. 26. On the left she holds up the braid she will send to Angel Hair for Kids in Mississauga.The orga- nization makes wigs for children with cancer. (photos/Mary Simmons) RIDE programs issue offences SOUTH HURON — Huron OPP offi- cers have been conducting RIDE programs in the area. On Nov. 27 at 4:30 p.m. a citizen contacted OPP after a vehicle drove across their lawn on Ausable Line in South Huron. The homeowner was able to obtain the plate number of the vehicle after chasing after the offender. The same vehicle was later stopped by officers conducting a RIDE program in Huron. An officer approached the driver at 9:15 p.m. and detected several signs of impair- ment. He was taken for breath tests, which indicated he had consumed more than twice the legal limit of alcohol. The 23 -year-old South Huron man has been charged with impaired dri- ving, driving a motor vehicle with more than 80 mgs, driving a motor vehicle with no licence and no cur- rently validated permit. He will attend court in Exeter Jan. 27, 2005. On Nov. 28 at 2 a.m. another RIDE program was set up in the Main Street of Exeter. A vehicle was stopped and a 50 -year-old male from Bluewater was issued a 12 hour licence suspension after blow- ing a warn. An 18 -year-old male passenger from South Huron was issued a liquor violation. In other RIDE programs in the county last weekend liquor offences were issued for open alcohol found in vehicles. Campaign raises awareness Grade I2 South Huron District High School student Sonya McGoey has taken a vow of silence to raise money and awareness for homelessness. Her campaign ends Dec. 5. (photo/Scott Nixon) Continued from front page Hunger.' She tried a similar cam- paign a couple of years ago at a different school, but was discour- aged by her classmates. At South Huron, McGoey said people have been supporting her and teachers have shown respect towards her idea. She said she's even gained a lot of new friends since she start- ed her campaign. For McGoey, who admits she's used to talking a lot, remaining silent has been difficult and she's looking forward to Dec. 5 when she can start talking again. She adds her grades will probably improve once her silence ends. McGoey, who stayed at the London homeless shelter a couple of years ago, said she simply wants to help out. Her donation will be a surprise to the shelter, as she hasn't told them of it yet. "We're so used to having every- thing ... but what if you don't have it?" If you'd like to help donate money, food or clothing for McGoey's campaign, call the high school at 235-0880. , ka Mere et 41- Antiques of ,«- Primitives Original Paint & Pine Pieces Vintage Christmas Items JOIN US FOR OUR RED DOT SALE NOW ON Margie & Nicole - 227-4160 Take Hwy #4 south to LUCAN Turn left on Saintsbury Line go 7 km to #35252 UNIC \S� lit M HuNON PARKING NOTICE TO ALL RESIDENTS OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH HURON The Municipality of South Huron requests the cooperation of the ratepayers regarding the parking of cars and other vehicles, and the depositing of snow on municipal roads during the period in which snow clearing operations are necessary. It is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act, Section 170(12) to: "Park or stand a vehicle on a highway in such a manner as to interfere with the movement of traffic or the clearing of snow from the highway." Also, Section 181 states: "No person shall deposit snow or ice on a roadway without permission in writing to do so from the Ministry or the Road Authority responsible for the Maintenance of the Road." Municipality of South Huron Bylaw 47-2001 Parking is not permitted on any street between the hours of 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. Violators will be ticketed and may have their vehicles removed or impounded at the owners' expense. Neither the Municipality of South Huron nor the "Snow Plow Operators" will be held responsible for damage done to vehicles or mailboxes on the Municipal Road Allowance. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated. Ken Betties, Road Superintendent DON'T LET WINTER STOP YOU!! LET US PUT YOUR VEHICLE IN TOP SHAPE FOR THE COLD OF WINTER!! 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