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Clinton News Record, 2015-02-25, Page 3Wednesday, February 25, 2015 • News Record 3 Helping those with developmental Police charge Central Huron man after disabilities to "dream big" week of criminal activity in Clinton Dave Flaherty QMI Agency An event scheduled for next month will aim to help those with developmental disabilities realize they can achieve their dreams. Foundations Huron is host- ing a motivational speaking event on March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Libro Community Hall, 239 Bill Fleming Dr. in Clinton. According to coordinator Katie Fox, Foundations Huron is a non-profit organization under the umbrella of Commu- nity Living Central Huron, which helps young adults with developmental disabilities make the transition from high school to adult life. The evening will feature Lau- ren Potter, who portrays cheer- leader Becky Jackson on the TV show Glee. Fox said organizers felt Potter would serve as a great example for their clients as she has faced obstacles herself due to a devel- opmental disability. She said the fact that Potter tried out to be a cheerleader in high school and didn't make the team but now is an actress portraying one on television proves that "we can all dream big" The evening will also feature a speech from Danny Steeves, a self -advocate from Listowel. Musical guest KiSara from Perth County will perform as well. Tickets are $10 and available Photo courtesy Facebook Actress Lauren Potter, who portrays Becky Jackson on the television show Glee, will be one of featured speakers at a motivational event hosted by Foundations Huron on March 26 in Clinton. Foundations Huron is a non-profit organization under the umbrella of Community Living Central Huron that aims to help young adults with developmental disabilities to make the transition from high school to adult life. at Foundation Huron's office at 15 Rattenbury Place in Clinton, Community Living Central Huron in Goderich at 267 Sun - coast Dr., E., Community Living South Huron at 146 Main St. in Dashwood, the Ontario West Coast Welcome Centre at 488 Main St. in Exeter and Commu- nity Living Wingham and Dis- trict at 153 John St. in Wingham. Fox said Rob Boyce of Your Life in Stills Photography has volunteered his services to cap- ture the event. There will be a meet and greet with Potter following at 9 p.m. A Central Huron man is fac- ing man is fac- ing numerous charges after a weeklong rash of criminal activ- ity in Clinton. Police said the first incident was on Feb. 9 when the accused attended Queen Street United Church on Ontario Street and stole a wallet containing valua- bles from an employee. On Feb. 13, police allege the accused returned to the church with an unknown accomplice and pried open the rear door. On this occasion, police said the accused stole a safe con- taining church documents and a gift card. Later that evening, police believe the accused and the same accomplice broke into Clinton Pharmacy located on King Street and made off with a small quantity of cash and medication, Police said two days later on on Feb. 15, the male attended Stel- la's Burger Bar on Victoria Street and stole a Habitat for Human- ity donation jug from the front counter. The final incident was the robbery of Godfather's Pizza on Rattenbury St. E. According to Huron County OPP officials, the accused and another man entered the store brandishing knives and robbed an employee of an undisclosed quantity of cash from the till. Police said their investiga- tion led them to an Albert Street residence in Clinton on the morning of Fri., Feb. 20. Officers executed a crimi- nal code search warrant and the accused was taken into custody without incident. Eric Sabourin, 19, of Central Huron, has been charged charged with robbery with an offensive weapon, wearing a disguise with intent, two counts of theft under $5,000, two counts of break and enter, eight counts of failure to comply with a dis- position and as well as breach of recognizance. He is currently being held and is scheduled to appear in Goderich court on Feb. 23. The investigation into these crimes is ongoing and anyone with information about them is requested to contact the Huron County OPP Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122 or 519-524-8314. 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