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Festival releases season By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen
The Christmas spirit It’s now officially Santa Claus parade season with the Goderich and Teeswater parades in the books. Joining them on Friday night was Seaforth, which held its annual parade on the the streets of the town amid the threat of inclement weather, though that threat would
never come to pass. Among the many businesses, families and service clubs that took the time to enter a float into Friday night’s parade was the Huron Heat Female Hockey Association, above, which brought youth and enthusiasm to the proceedings. (John Stephenson photo)
HE stands pat on council composition By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen Despite further discussion and urging to consider an alternative, Huron East Council has opted to maintain the status quo in regards to the size of council and the current structure of the ward system. When the issue reared its ugly head again earlier this year, council was set to vote to maintain the status quo, but several councillors said they wanted to hear from the ad hoc Council Review Advisory
Committee, which had, in recent years, recommended a reduction in the size of council and the gradual elimination of the ward system. Clerk Jessica Rudy presented council with a letter written by the committee as part of her report at the Nov. 19 meeting. “After engaging the public, evaluating multiple perspectives and analyzing the structures of comparable municipalities, we put forth a detailed recommendation in 2022 that aimed to address and modernize our council’s structure. Specifically, we proposed a move
Budget talks begin By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen The 2025 budget process is officially underway in Central Huron, with the first meeting being held last week to pre-approve a handful of purchases before the budget process begins in earnest next February.
At the meeting, held on Tuesday, Nov. 19, Central Huron Council approved just over $1 million in 2025 capital projects and $671,000 in the 2025 operating budget based on the recommendations from Director of Finance Jeff Boyes. The capital project budget Continued on page 9
towards a nine-member council, featuring a blend of both ward and at-large representation, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to an at-large election format,” reads the letter from the committee, written by Christie Little. “This format change was crafted with an understanding of our community’s dynamics and a commitment to ensuring equitable representation for all residents.” The committee’s recommendation was to move to a council comprised of a mayor, a deputymayor to be appointed by council and two representatives each from a new ward that combines Brussels and Grey, a new ward that combines McKillop and Seaforth, and the existing Tuckersmith Ward, as well as two councillors to be elected at-large. Furthermore, the committee also recommended that council consider eliminating the ward system entirely by 2029 and moving to an entirely at-large election. Little went on to detail the committee’s thinking in making its recommendation, further
suggesting that the committee should have been summoned to present to council back in 2022 when the recommendation was first made. “At the time, council deferred the recommendation without further discussion or explanation. Now, as council revisits the matter, there appears to be a strong inclination to maintain the current structure. As a committee, we feel it is necessary to express both our concern and frustration that, after two years, the recommendation has not been acted upon, and only now, been given a formal request to present our rationale to council,” Little wrote in her letter. “We believe a delegation should have been permitted in 2022 to explain how our committee arrived at our recommendation. We also feel strongly that further delay or a decision to retain the status quo could be a missed opportunity to ensure council’s structure is both representative and forwardthinking.” Little asked that council thoroughly review and consider the Continued on page 17
The 2025 Blyth Festival season, officially announced to members late this week, will include four shows indoors at Memorial Hall, two of them world premieres, and one modern Canadian classic produced outdoors at the Harvest Stage with the entire company as its cast. The season will open indoors with Drew Hayden Taylor’s Sir John A.: Acts of a Gentrified Ojibway Rebellion, which was produced at Ottawa’s National Arts Centre in 2017 and then again briefly at Regina’s Globe Theatre before its coming stint at the Blyth Festival. In an interview with The Citizen, Blyth Festival Artistic Director Gil Garratt said that the play is funny and thought-provoking, with Taylor’s trademark edge to which Festival audiences responded with 2022’s Cottagers and Indians and 2017’s The Berlin Blues. The play follows two young Indigenous men - one a musician and the other someone who loses his grandfather at the beginning of the story - who hatch a plan to recover the deceased grandfather’s medicine pouch from a museum in London. The grandfather has grown up in the Residential School system and had the pouch stolen. To recover it, the men aim to travel to Kingston to exhume the bones of Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister, and hold them ransom until the pouch is returned. Along the way, the pair encounter a hitchhiker with his own problems with the founding of the country and Macdonald even makes a cameo appearance. The season’s second play will make its world premiere in Blyth. Commissioned by the Festival, bestselling author and Academy Award nominee Emma Donoghue has adapted one of her short stories to create The Wind Coming Over the Sea. Garratt says that while the show has a lot of heart, it will also be somewhat of a folk musical, complete with plenty of Irish music that is sure to appeal to audiences. The London, Ontario-based author, in recent years, has become a big fan of the Festival, attending many shows and she approached the Festival with the concept for the play. Garratt says that while it’s based on one of Donoghue’s own short stories, that story, in turn, is really based on real-life Continued on page 12
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M-T Mayor Jamie Heffer sworn in as HC Warden By Scott Stephenson The Citizen
At its Nov. 27 meeting, Huron County Council officially swore in Jamie Heffer of Morris-Turnberry as the new Warden of Huron County. Heffer was elected to the role by acclamation. Outgoing two-term Warden Glen McNeil congratulated his successor, who then made a brief speech. “I would like to thank county council for the honour of letting me represent you as the Warden of Huron County for the remainder of this term,” Heffer said with gratitude. “I truly believe that any one of us on county council should be able to step into this role,
There’s a new warden in town Jamie Heffer, above, sworn in as Warden of Huron County, pledges collaborative leadership and mid-term strategic review. To the right, outgoing Warden Glen McNeil, left, congratulates Heffer on his new role with a handshake. (Scott Stephenson photos)
and I thank you for enabling me to do this on your behalf.” He also thanked his predecessor for his four years of leadership. “Glen, you’ve set a standard that’s very high, and you’ve demonstrated a real commitment to the role. On behalf of county council, we thank you for that.” He also credited MorrisTurnberry staff and council for being such a strong team. “I really want to thank this team for giving me the support to take this step. It’s easy to take a step like this when you know that everything is working smoothly at home.” Heffer was keen to jump right in and begin his work as Warden. “At
this mid-point in our term, I would suggest that we take some time to review the strategic goals that we set when we began this term,” he declared. “Call it a mid-term health check, if you will... I trust that we will work with each other, respecting each other’s views and perspectives so that we will make good, sound and consistent decisions on behalf of the residents of Huron County.” Heffer was first elected as a councillor for the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry in 2010. His leadership earned him the role of deputy-mayor in 2014, and by 2018, he was elected mayor of Morris-Turnberry, a position he holds to this day.
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NH moves on after Evans’ tenure ends By Scott Stephenson The Citizen
Bringing greetings The Dekroon family was among those who took the time out of their busy schedules on Friday night to be part of the annual Seaforth Santa Claus parade. (John Stephenson photo)
U11 Crusaders start Silver Stick By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen The U11 Rep Blyth Brussels Crusaders are off to a disappointing start in their Wingham regional Silver Stick Tournament journey after posting a 7-0 loss to the Minto Mad Dogs on Monday night. The team will have a chance to get back into the action tonight, Friday, Nov. 29, however, as they take on the host Wingham Ironmen in their second game of the storied tournament. The team’s third game is scheduled for the next day against the Goderich Sailorettes. Then, on Sunday to wrap things up, the team has two games scheduled for 11:15 a.m. and then at 3 p.m., but their opponents in those contests have yet to be determined. Also this weekend, the U15 Rep team will head to Wellesley for the annual Twin Centre U15 Rep Tournament, beginning with a game with the host Twin Centre Stars at 8 a.m. on Nov. 29 ahead of a game with the Kincardine Kinucks more than 12 hours later at 9:45 p.m. that night. On Saturday, the U15 Rep Crusaders will play the Ilderton Jets in their final scheduled game of the tournament in hopes of making it to the playoff rounds and through to Sunday for some championship play. Also that day, the U9 LL Crusaders will head to Palmerston for that association’s annual Jamboree, first playing Kincardine Ainsdale, followed by a game with the Shallow Lake Lakers and finally a contest with Schomberg. In regular season action that day, the U11 LL team will play the Goderich Sailors and the U13 LL team will play the Arthur Vipers, both on the road. Also that day, the U18 Rep Crusaders will host the Huron-Bruce Blizzard in Brussels and the U13 Rep team will play the Sailors in Goderich. On Sunday, Dec. 1, the U11 LL and U15 LL Crusaders teams will play their Mid-Huron Huskies counterparts, both in Hensall. Then, on Monday, Dec. 2, the U7 Burgundy and U7 White teams will host a pair of Goderich Sailors teams in Blyth. Also that night, the U13 Rep team will play the Central Perth Predators and the U13 LL team will play the Mitchell Meteors Black team, both on the road.
On Tuesday, Dec. 3, the U13 Rep Crusaders will host the Walkerton Capitals in Brussels, followed by Dec. 4 games between the U13 LL Crusaders and the Central Perth Predators and the U18 LL team and the Arthur Vipers, both in Blyth, as well as a game between the U9 MD team and the Mitchell Meteors on the road. Then, on the weekend of Dec. 68, the U21 Crusaders will be in Lucknow for the annual regional Silver Stick Tournament. Looking back at the week that was, on Monday, Nov. 25, the U13 LL Crusaders beat the Mid-Huron Huskies in Clinton by a score of 81 and the U15 LL team lost to the Huron-Bruce Blizzard in Blyth by a score of 4-3. On Sunday, Nov. 24, the U8 White team played Central Perth and the U9 LL team played the Zurich Thunder, both on the road, but scores were not kept for those games. The U7 Burgundy and White teams played two South Bruce teams in Blyth and the U8 Burgundy and White teams played two Huron-Bruce teams in Ripley
on Nov. 23, but scores were not kept for those games. Also that day, the U11 LL team lost by a score of 9-3 to the Vipers in Arthur, while the U15 LL team lost to the Kincardine Kinucks, also on the road, by a score of 6-1. The game between the U15 Rep team and the Mid-Huron Huskies in Clinton ended in a 2-2 tie, while the U13 Rep team beat the Bruce Peninsula Predators by a score of 71. The U18 Rep team welcomed the Owen Sound Junior Attack to Brussels that night and beat them by a score of 5-1 and the U13 LL team played the Kincardine Kinucks on the road, but ended up on the wrong side of a 3-0 score. One night earlier, the U11 Rep team beat Huron-Bruce in Brussels by a score of 4-0, while the U18 Rep team also found success, beating the Mount Forest Rams on the road by a score of 5-2. On Nov. 20, the U18 LL Crusaders lost to the Huron-Bruce Blizzard White team in Blyth by a score of 8-0. Also that night, the U9 LL team played the Mitchell Meteors on the road, but a score was not kept for that game.
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The Township of North Huron announced that Dwayne Evans has concluded his tenure as chief administrative officer (CAO) as of Nov. 19. Clerk Carson Lamb is assuming the interim CAO role while the search for a permanent replacement begins. The township issued a press release detailing the transition, highlighting Lamb’s experience in municipal leadership and his understanding of North Huron’s operations. “Council has named Director of Legislative Services/Clerk Carson Lamb as Interim Chief Administrative Officer,” the release stated. It praised Lamb’s contributions as a key member of the senior management team and emphasized the township’s commitment to maintaining strong leadership during this period of change. Council expressed gratitude to Evans for his service, wishing him success in future endeavours. Speaking with The Citizen, Reeve Paul Heffer confirmed the decision to part ways with Evans was made during a closed session council meeting. “This was a decision on behalf of council; it was in closed session, and we have to leave that there,” Heffer explained. The reeve voiced optimism about the township’s ability to navigate the transition, despite staffing challenges. In addition to the CAO vacancy, North Huron is currently without a deputy clerk and deputy treasurer - key roles that remain unfilled as the municipality heads into the demanding budget season. “We have a great senior management team, and we feel that things can be covered during this time,” Heffer said. “We have confidence in our senior management.” Heffer also underscored the importance of collaboration moving forward. “I’m looking forward to a continuation of a smooth transition
and everyone working together as a team,” he said. “That’s my biggest concern - working together as a team - and I feel that we have this here.” Lamb confirmed he was approached about the interim role immediately following the council meeting. “I was asked if I was willing to act in the interim, and I agreed to do that,” he said. While Lamb declined to comment on Evans’ performance or the reasons for the leadership change, he outlined his approach to the position, focusing on stability and communication. “In the interim, my goal is going to be consistency in services and strong communication with council and with our community,” he explained. Lamb emphasized the township’s readiness to proceed with its agenda and ensure minimal disruption to residents. “We’ve got a great team here, so we’re going to keep moving on in the path that we were headed, so really, you shouldn’t notice much difference,” he said. As interim CAO, Lamb assured residents that maintaining the township’s quality of service remains a priority. “We’re going to do our best to continue to provide the great services that our residents are used to,” he said. The interim appointment comes as the township faces a critical time in its operations. With budget planning underway and several key vacancies in senior positions, the workload for the remaining leadership team will be significant. Despite the challenges, Heffer and Lamb both expressed confidence in North Huron’s ability to meet its goals and continue moving forward. Inquiries during the transition period should be directed to Lamb at clamb@northhuron.ca.
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Real life comes calling In sleepy southwestern Ontario, it’s easy to think that we’re immune to or spared from the violence and threats we so associate with our neighbours to the south or even some of our country’s bigger cities. And yet, last week in North Huron, we were reminded that this is not the case. An incident at the North Huron municipal office in Wingham caused employees to fear for their safety and call for police intervention, which resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old North Huron man. Canada often can count itself safe from horrific acts of indiscriminate acts of public violence, but this was a reminder of the threat that will always exist. The councillors, municipal staff members and residents in the office to pay their taxes or purchase a marriage certificate are our neighbours and friends. In an era of politically-charged anger and division, even at the local level, it can be easy to forget that - especially as some bad actors with internet access stoke fires and encourage this kind of behaviour. Last week’s incident was, luckily, uneventful, brief and unexciting. We can consider ourselves lucky for that, but it was a stark reminder that the potential for violence and chaos is ever-present. – SL
Money for nothing In the 2019 and 2021 federal elections, Justin Trudeau went to great lengths to convince Ontarians that he was not Doug Ford as a political strategy; Doug Ford is awful, he’d infer, and so too will the federal Conservatives be, so why not elect me instead? In fact, many suggested at the time that the 2021 snap election was called by Trudeau to capitalize on Ford’s lack of popularity and bungling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, most can empathize with those who find politics exhausting; those who don’t bother to vote; those who think the only difference between the thieves in suits on offer is their tie colour. Swinging in on the most recent chandelier is Trudeau with his “tax break” over the next few months. The two-month GST/HST break on a handful of essentials has been roundly criticized, even by those who stand to benefit from it, with many wondering what tangible impact it will have, with others seeing it as a clear election ploy; bribery by a different name, just with our own money. Sound familiar? If it doesn’t right now, maybe it will when you get your $200 cheque from Ontario’s Premier early next year. Just a little something to get you over the hump, friends. Don’t forget about it come election time. With most people seeing this ploy to curry favour for what it is, one has to wonder what it will actually accomplish. Opinions of Trudeau won’t improve, seemingly, and income that could have been used on something meaningful will be left on the table. Don’t allow your vote to be bought. Support politicians who spend to improve your situation and community, not as a means by which to buy four more years. – SL
Practice, practice, practice As the holiday season arrives, school Christmas concerts remind us that greatness, in any field, starts with the basics. How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice… and perhaps a stellar video audition. Recently, the students of Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute’s (GVCI) choir proved that this well-worn adage holds true, earning a place on one of the world’s most prestigious stages under the direction of Grammy-winning composer Eric Whitacre. For the second time, the GCVI choir graced the iconic Carnegie Hall stage, this time performing in An Eric Whitacre Holiday: Gift of the Magi. The opportunity came after months of preparation, a successful video audition and 10 hours of intensive rehearsals with Whitacre himself. But their journey wasn’t limited to one genre. Adding to their whirlwind season, the choir also joined forces with American indie rock band Modest Mouse in Toronto just weeks before their Carnegie Hall show. Performing “Wooden Soldiers”, the students moved lead singer Isaac Brock to tears during rehearsal. Seeing high school students navigate between classical choral pieces and iconic rock collaborations with such grace and professionalism is as inspiring as it is impressive. What makes the GCVI choir’s story so compelling is how relatable it is. Its success reminds us that the creativity and commitment found in their school hallways are no different from those in our own community. Artistic talent, whether nurtured in a bustling Manhattan venue or a local gym, comes from hard work, encouragement and a love of the craft. This offers a powerful example of where dedication and support can lead. Perhaps one day, some of our students will be standing on bigtime stages, sharing their voices with the world. For now, families can take pride in the music created in local schools and other community spaces, and celebrate the teachers and mentors who help them along the way. So to all our local performers: keep practising. Whether your stage is a school auditorium or Carnegie Hall, the magic begins with the effort you put in. And who knows? Your next step could be a collaboration with a legendary band or a debut on one of the world’s most lauded stages. The possibilities are endless when passion and perseverance meet. – SBS
Looking Back Through the Years December 3, 1969 Mr. and Mrs. Ira Campbell, of Belgrave, quietly marked their 72nd wedding anniversary on Monday, Dec. 1. Both were in relatively good health as they approached their 92nd years. In 1958, the couple relocated from Lucknow and had a house constructed in Belgrave. Mr. Campbell, born on the family farm in Belfast, was the son of the late James Campbell and Sarah Wilson. Approximately 72 years earlier, the family moved to Thessalon, prior to the arrival of the railway. It was there that Mr. Campbell grew up and spent much of his life. He was the oldest and last surviving member of his family of four. Mrs. Campbell, formerly Gertrude Garniss, was born in Bluevale, the daughter of the late John Garniss and Annie Coultes. Her family moved to the Thessalon area a year after the Campbells, and it was there that she married Ira on Dec. 1, 1897, in a ceremony officiated by Rev. W.R. Sealy of the Methodist Church. Mrs. Campbell was the sole surviving member of her family of six. Mr. Campbell worked as a woods manager for the Spruce Falls Power and Paper Company in Kapuskasing until his retirement. Following this, he returned to Lucknow, where Mrs. Campbell had remained during his employment. The Blyth Lions Bantams faced defeat in their season opener against their long-standing rivals from Brussels on Saturday night during an exhibition game. November 30, 1977 Huron County Council reached no decision on Friday regarding
who should cover the extra costs associated with land severances Huron taxpayers or the applicants themselves. As a result, the issue was referred back to the Land Division Committee for resolution. The committee held the authority to impose an administration fee on approved severances or to maintain the established approach. The dilemma was straightforward: the current fee for a severance application was $50. As of Oct. 31, 1977, the average cost per severance has risen to $152, based on 206 applications received to date. The question remained who should shoulder the additional $102? Months of meticulous planning and nearly seven months of construction culminated on Saturday night with the official opening of the Brussels, Morris, and Grey Community Centre. Despite a snowstorm that might have discouraged attendance, over 700 people came to celebrate the unveiling of the $850,000 facility. The evening began at 5:30 p.m. following an open house, with the presentation of the memorial plaque in the lobby. November 29, 1989 The official opening of a new $2.5 million expansion to the Seaforth Community Hospital took place on Saturday in Seaforth. Jack Riddell, M.P.P. for Huron, cut the ribbon to mark the official opening of the addition, which expanded the hospital’s space by 30 per cent. The prize winners of the Blyth Branch Legion Remembrance Day poster contest were recently announced. Pauline Stewart took first place in the senior division, while Greg Toll secured first in the
intermediate division. The awards were presented by Mary Lou Stewart of the Blyth Legion. December 2, 2004 Students at Brussels Public School were already embracing the Christmas spirit, having collected dozens of toys for the North Huron Christmas Bureau. Anne Haley of the Huron County Health Unit's cancer program accepted a cheque for $480 from Luann Taylor of Luann’s Country Flowers. The money was raised through the business’s October carnation sales to support the Breast Cancer Screening Program at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich. Taylor, a breast cancer survivor, planned to involve flower shops across the county in the next year’s campaign. The Blyth Tyke 2 hockey team played its second game of the season against BCH on Saturday, Nov. 27. BCH opened the scoring with two goals. Blyth’s Drew Bromley responded with an unassisted goal before BCH roared back with two more goals. Blyth wasn’t done, however, as Amy Boyce scored the team’s second goal. Blyth’s next two goals came from Hunter Dale, assisted by Dawson Coultes. The final score was 6-4 in favour of BCH. Huron OPP. were contacted on Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. regarding a theft from a driveway on North Line in Huron East. A boat had been left in the driveway for winter storage, and sometime between Nov. 20 and Nov. 21, it was stolen. The vessel was a green and white 2002 10-foot Bass Tracker Pro Deep 5 aluminum fishing boat.
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Other Views
Things change as the years pass
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bit of my history surfaced the other night when I watched the local news on television. The story involved a historical monument in Listowel erected to remember those killed when the Listowel arena collapsed way back in 1959. It was Feb. 28, 1959 when more than two dozen hockey players were practising on the Listowel arena ice surface at 9:27 a.m. when the heavy snow load on the arena roof caused it to collapse. Many young players were trapped under the wreckage. Seven teammates and Listowel’s arena director did not survive. Their names will be honoured on the new memorial. I remember the shock at the time, because I was about the same age as the young victims. People of our age sensed nothing but glorious futures ahead of us, not tragic deaths. The provincial government investigated the deaths, but I don’t recall any findings. Years later, in 1976, all communities were required to hire engineers to inspect their arenas and nearly all were found vulnerable to collapsing, given the right snow cover - and we had much heavier snow covers in those days. I remember the Blyth Festival, then barely a new undertaking, having to make Memorial Hall available for a town meeting to decide what to do about the arena. A big deciding point was that the province had just begun the Wintario lottery. It would provide money to help pay part of the cost of rebuilding the arena. The people of Blyth decided that the most important thing was to get the arena back in use. Volunteers swung into action and, in a few days, took down the old arena. Meanwhile, architects were hired to design a new building, using the existing artificial ice equipment that was only a decade old. Construction began and,
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From the cluttered desk by the end of January, the arena was back in use, complete with the upstairs banquet and meeting hall, which the community wanted so badly. What’s more, enough money had been collected that the building was paid for, except that Wintario was still trying to raise its promised share. Later in 1977, the new building was central in Blyth’s celebration of the community’s centennial. Meanwhile, old arenas were being condemned and new buildings raised. We owned the newspaper in Teeswater then and the arena was a significant part of the annual Teeswater Fall Fair and had to be replaced. Brussels had a bigger project in mind, determined to bring the Fall Fair together with the arena at a new location at the southern end of the village. Much more money was needed than in Blyth and community volunteers went to work catering to dinners for years to come. I remember a special tent set up to serve meals when the International Plowing Match was held near Wingham. I was interested to see in a recent paper that the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre was reopened recently after significant renovations, nearly 50 years after it was originally built. Blyth and District Community Center was re-designed and re-constructed several years ago to give the arena the larger ice surface the community had skipped over in
the rush to rebuild the arena in 1976/1977. One of the big bonuses of that community centre in Blyth was the upstairs banquet hall and dance floor that is now a source of controversy. It was so badly needed 50 years ago that some people didn’t want village council to repair the roof of Memorial Hall downtown, but have the building torn down and replaced with a larger dance hall. Today, with the community no longer in control of its own future due to municipal amalgamation, and the building not being used as much for dances, North Huron staff has proposed moving the Blyth branch of the Huron County Library to the arena auditorium from rented quarters on main street. Residents are fighting back. So much has changed in so many ways since the horrid days of the Listowel arena collapse. Memorial Hall isn’t the community centre it was in 1975, but it is the very reason many people come to Blyth, attracting thousands of visitors to a much enlarged and improved building that now also offers an art gallery. At the same time, the baby boom is over and arenas are having a tough time supporting their activities. Blyth and Brussels share hockey teams and games. Meanwhile, many dances are held at private venues like the Brussels Four Winds Barn, as one example. One thing you know if you’re an old guy like me is that things that seem permanent do change eventually. Those little guys who died in Listowel would be old men now and what changes they’d have seen; things they couldn’t have imagined. We can plan for the future, as the arena builders and the Blyth Festival builders did, but we don’t know what that future will bring. Things we take for granted will change. Don’t lock us in a corner.
Would-be librarians could be referees!!!!
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are we dream of a future in which hockey pucks and hardcover books co-exist harmoniously? Where slapshots echo through the hallowed stacks of knowledge, and the hushed whispers of readers merge seamlessly with the roar of the crowd? Friends, we propose a bold, visionary solution: move the Blyth Arena to the Blyth Library. Picture it. On the main floor, thrilling matches of shinny played on gleaming ice, the scoreboard dangling precariously between the fiction and non-fiction sections. The upstairs would house the zamboni and a modest refreshment stand offering coffee, donuts and bookmarks. Referees could review penalties in the self-help aisle. For our studious sorts, reading during a penalty kill could become the latest multitasking trend. Imagine the hockey players donning their skates in the periodicals section, sliding between shelving units as they warm up. Literary clubs could meet rinkside, pausing mid-discussion to cheer on a spectacular save. The children’s corner might need plexiglass shielding, but think of the joy on young faces as their story times are punctuated by the distant clang of pucks meeting posts. And what better way to promote literacy than offering a free book with every goal scored? Admittedly, the logistics might require some finesse; installing an ice rink amidst the stacks could run afoul of modern climate control standards, and there’s the minor issue of slapshot-shattered windows. But surely, for the price of just $30,000 to study feasibility, North Huron Council could determine whether Zamboni fumes might enhance the musty aroma of old paperbacks. After all, isn’t this the spirit of inquiry and discovery libraries were built to inspire?
Scott Stephenson
Beaver Chaff Consider the possibilities. On the library’s ground floor, the reference desk could double as a penalty box, staffed by volunteers equipped to enforce both hockey rules and overdue fines. Upstairs, local book clubs could adopt team jerseys, displaying their loyalty to Jane Austen or Auston Matthews as they debate great works of literature over the sound of skates slicing ice. Picture book readings by the fire could transform into halftime spectacles, complete with costumed mascots acting out beloved characters to the delight of children and parents alike. Some might argue that hockey rinks require space for screaming fans, while libraries thrive on pin-drop silence. In this groundbreaking model, one person’s screaming goal celebration is another’s motivational background noise. With clever scheduling, playoff games could be reserved for weekends, leaving weekdays open for book club competitions and the occasional puck-themed poetry slam. Beyond logistics, there’s the symbolic power of this merger to consider. The arena, a monument to physical prowess, and the library, a sanctuary for intellectual growth, united under one roof to create the ultimate centre for all human endeavours. Blyth would become a beacon of unity, a destination for curious tourists and amateur anthropologists alike, marvelling at this bold experiment in community integration. “Why not Blyth?”
they would say, as they tread cautiously across the frost-covered linoleum near the circulation desk. Even the economic potential of this idea should not be underestimated. Hybrid programming could generate revenue through ticket sales to literary hockey nights, where Shakespeare sonnets are read aloud during face-offs. Merchandise like puck-shaped bookmarks and jersey-inspired library tote bags would become instant collector’s items. The arena-library could even host conferences exploring the intersection of sport and literature, attracting scholars, athletes, and curious visitors from across the country. These synergies are worth pursuing… just as worth pursuing as the study to explore whether the Blyth Library belongs in the upstairs of the arena. Why stop there? For $40,000, we could look into merging it with the fire hall. For $50,000, perhaps the post office? The possibilities for innovative relocations are endless when there’s an open chequebook and a spirit of creative exploration. Perhaps, in their wisdom, council will seize this opportunity to inspire new ways of thinking about public spaces. Petitions and public discussions have only highlighted how deeply invested this community is in the future of its shared resources. In this age of bold, unconventional ideas, it’s heartening to see North Huron Council demonstrating a commitment to thinking outside the penalty box. We eagerly await the next chapter in this inspiring story of innovation and progress. Until next time, keep your sticks on the ice, your bookmarks firmly in place, and your petitions circulating responsibly. GOAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shawn Loughlin Shawn’s Sense
The task behind the task
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Morris-Turnberry approves 2025 fees and charges By Scott Stephenson The Citizen
Morris-Turnberry Council approved changes to its fees and charges for 2025 following a presentation by Chief Administrative Officer and Clerk Trevor Hallam during a meeting on Nov. 19. The updates, set to be finalized in December, include
adjustments to landfill tipping fees, curbside waste and recycling fees, hall rental rates, planning fees and building permit deposits. Staff proposes that landfill tipping fees at the Morris Landfill, currently the lowest in Huron County at $100 per tonne, should rise to $120 per tonne. Staff recommended the increase to address budget pressures, including
reserve repayments for recent land and equipment purchases. Despite the higher rate, the minimum fee of $10 at the landfill remains unchanged. Councillor Sharen Zinn, expressing concerns over potential littering if the minimum charge increased, successfully moved to increase the tipping fees to $120 per tonne but to maintain the $10 threshold.
On the topic of curbside waste and recycling collection, Hallam explained how changes to the province’s extended producer responsibility plan have reduced costs for municipalities. With costs now fully recovered from users, staff recommended a 10 per cent reduction in fees for residential waste bins. Council approved this adjustment, which is expected to maintain a modest reserve for future fluctuations without drastically overcharging residents. Planning fees are set to rise by two per cent in 2025, in line with inflation and as part of a five-year fee schedule provided by Huron County. Councillor Jodi Snell criticized the process, calling the county’s approach “utterly
ridiculous” and “very misleading,” but acknowledged the municipality had no choice but to comply. Mayor Jamie Heffer committed to conveying these concerns to the county. Council also approved a new refundable deposit for building permits, intended to encourage timely final inspections and reduce staff workload. Permit holders will now pay 10 per cent of the total permit fee, up to a maximum of $5,000, which will be refunded once all inspections are complete. Bluevale Hall rental rates for 2025 were incorporated without debate, following a schedule set by the hall committee for 2024 to 2026.
Brussels Lions Club Community Breakfast Sunday, December 1, 2024 Checking in On Nov. 19, the Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health hosted a Brave-F screening event in Ethel with the Grey division of the Huron East Fire Department. This comes after similar screenings have been held in Brussels and Seaforth. The program which stands for Benefiting Rural Areas’ Volunteer Emergency Firefighters - provides free, confidential medical screenings and cardiovascular health education tailored specifically to rural first responders with the goal of enhancing the well-being of volunteer firefighters across Huron County. (Photo submitted)
At the Branch
Gibson and Brown win darts By Jo-Ann McDonald Meals, meals and more meals. The Branch has moved into the Christmas season, full tilt. On Wednesday, the Brussels birthday ladies enjoyed their monthly meal with an early Christmas dinner. Ladies celebrating their birthdays were Marguerite Thomas, Nelva Scott and Audrey Cardiff in November, and the lone December birthday, Betty Campbell, who celebrated right along with them. The ladies had turkey and all the trimmings along with pie! They even had a visit from our almost-Santa, who gave them each a Christmas card and candy cane from our Senior Chairman Tanya Martin. Ladies enjoying the outing included the birthday girls along with Rene Richmond, Marg Smith, Betty McCutcheon, Merle Cousins, Esther McCutcheon, Bessie Johnston, Barb Watts, Margaret Clarke, Bev Palmer, Betty Cardiff, Marg Black, Nora Stephenson, Isabel Wheeler, Dale Chesher, Melody Chesher, Lois Lee, Joan Bernard, Mabel Glanville and Janet Hook. The catering crew for the day included Judy Lee, Rhonda Fischer, Perry and Julie Pearce and Jo-Ann McDonald. The Thursday night blind mixed darts had 26 darters enjoying the evening. The first-place team was Darlene Gibson and Sandra Brown. Second place was determined after a three-way tie was broken by winners Jeremy Glousher and Evelyn Hillier. Tied for third were Tim Nyholt and Janet Ericson and Eric Ross and Barbara Cadotte. The
high shots were by Eric, hitting 140, Jason Wagatha with 139, Jeremy Glousher with 135 and Sandra’s 132. The fourth skunk of the year goes to Steve Hall and Heidi Jounchies. Darts start at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday nights and it only costs a toonie! The Friday night pub grub was peameal bacon on a bun. This Friday, Nov. 29, it will be chicken burgers and fries and karaoke with Stubby D. Drop by for a bite and then have some fun and entertain or be entertained by some great singers. On Saturday, the Branch was the host for the zone team darts competition. There were 36 dart players on hand for the day from Clinton, Kincardine, Lucknow, Goderich, Blyth, Brussels and a few more Branches. The Branch was represented by Team 1 of Eric Ross, Bob Richardson, Tyler VerBeek and Rob Sanderson and Team 2 of Bruce Fischer, Ken Pennington, Jim and Chris Brown. Team 1 had a great day and finished in second for the day and will advance to district play. Team 2 enjoyed their day, but will not advance to further play. The kitchen help for the day included Linda Bird, Tanya Martin, Deb Ross and Jo-Ann McDonald. The group, which started to play at 11 a.m., enjoyed a lunch choice of ham and bean soup, vegetable beef soup, hot dogs or chili and roll. The ladies on Saturday kept busy between serving lunch for the darters and doing preparation work for Sunday’s event. On Sunday, the Branch hosted the
Ross Smith family Christmas during the afternoon. There were about 30 adults, a few children and a host of little people, about 10. They enjoyed a visit, social time and games before enjoying a turkey dinner. A great afternoon and meal. The Comrades helping included Linda Bird, John Lowe, Tanya Martin and Jo-Ann McDonald. Now we move onto Monday and the monthly Lions meeting held at the Branch. There were over 50 attending with the Lion members bringing a friend for the night. They enjoyed a roast beef dinner and meeting. Helpers for the Branch included Judy Lee, Linda Bird, Marni Knight, John Lowe and JoAnn McDonald. It certainly was a busy week at the Branch.
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UC to host outdoor Advent service
The Blyth Lions Club recently made a pair of donations to local groups. Above, the club supported the Blyth Kids Club to the tune of $1,000, while below, the club donated $500 to the Blyth Scouts. This all comes as the club has taken its first steps to create a new sports pad at Blyth Lions Park - a joint project with the Blyth Firefighters’ Association. (Photos submitted)
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By Deb Hakkers This week we got the lights up to add even more colour to the outside of the house! The hustle and bustle of Christmas is beginning and Advent starts on the weekend. Remember to take time to enjoy the season while also taking the time to check in on those who struggle with the season, both financially and emotionally. Reach out to someone, even if it is just a call to say, “I am thinking about you!” Mom continues to rehab at Huronlea. She continues to build strength standing, still working slowly toward her goal of walking. Her next task is to be able to shift weight from one foot to the other. She is also looking forward to the craft show on Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., so she can join us at our table. We also put her Christmas decorations up this weekend, so her room is a little brighter. This week, we wish a happy birthday to Sydney Bromley on Nov. 29, Chris Meier on Nov. 30, Thelma Manning on Dec. 2, Sheila Rintoul on Dec. 3, Dianne Siertsema on Dec. 4 and both Jamie Craig and Linda Plaetzer on Dec. 5. We hope everyone enjoys their special day! Start your week with a smile with the Monday morning coffee and conversation get-together. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Trinity Anglican Church. Everyone is welcome!
The next Legion Ladies Auxiliary euchre is on Dec. 16. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. and the games start at 1 p.m. The cost is $5 per player and that includes a light lunch. To sign up or to cancel, call or text Kathryn Aires at 519-895-6764. On Nov. 29, the Blyth United Church is hosting its annual outdoor Advent service at 7 p.m., followed by their Advent Service with Communion on Sunday Dec. 1 at 9:30 a.m. Save the date for Blyth’s Santa Claus parade on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 11 a.m. Until next week, take care of yourselves and each other.
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Sports Heat teams heading south for Pink on the Rink
In full swing Above, the U13 A Huron Heat welcomed the Bluewater Hawks to Clinton on Sunday morning and sent them away on the wrong end of a 3-0 score, while below, also in Clinton on Sunday morning, the U15 A Heat played the Wilmot Wolverines and beat them by a score of 2-1. (John Stephenson photos)
By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen This weekend, the U11 HL Huron Heat will be in Durham for the annual Durham West HL Tournament beginning on Friday, Nov. 29. Meanwhile, in regular season action, the U11 A Heat will be in Kincardine to play the Kinucks and the U15 A Heat will play the Bluewater Hawks in Hensall, both on Friday, Nov. 29. The next day, the U9 C and U9 B Heat teams will play a pair of Lambton Attack teams and the U11 C Heat will play the Stratford Aces, all in Seaforth, while the U13 C Heat will welcome the South Huron Sabres north to Blyth later that day.
On the road that day, the U18 BB Heat will play the Brantford Ice Cats, the U15 B Heat will play the Kincardine Kinucks, the U18 C Heat will play the Woodstock Wildcats, the U13 A Heat will play the Windsor Wildcats and the U15 A Heat will play the South Huron Sabres. On Sunday morning, the U9 HL team will play an exhibition game with the South Huron Sabres in Zurich and the U15 C team will play the Stratford Aces on the road in regular season play. That afternoon, the U15 A Heat will play the Bluewater Hawks on the road and the U18 BB Heat will play the Stratford Aces, also on the road. At home, the U13 B Heat will host the Mount Forest Rams, the
U13 HL team will play the St. Thomas Panthers and the Senior C Heat will play Milverton, all in Brussels, while the Senior team will play Seaforth in Hensall and the U18 C Heat will play the London Devilettes in Seaforth. On the road, the U13 C Heat will play Ilderton/Lucan in Lucan and the U15 B Heat will play the Walkerton Capitals. There is no regular season action throughout the week, but next weekend - Dec. 6-8 - five teams will head out on the road for tournament action. The U11 C, U9 C and U9 HL Heat teams will all head south for Exeter’s annual Pink on the Rink Tournament, while the U13 A and U15 A Heat teams will head to Guelph for that
association’s annual tournament. Looking back at the week that was, on Sunday, Nov. 24, the U13 A Heat beat the Bluewater Hawks by a score of 3-0, the U15 B Heat beat the Wilmot Wolverines by a score of 2-1 and the U11 A Heat beat the London Devilettes by a score of 40, all in Clinton. The U13 C Heat beat Ilderton/Lucan by a score of 10 in Brussels and the U18 C Heat lost to the Wilmot Wolverines by a score of 1-0 in Seaforth. On the road that day, the U15 A Heat lost to the Lakeshore Lightning by a score of 6-1, the U11 C Heat beat the Central Perth Predators by a score of 4-0 and the U15 A Heat were shutout by the Lakeshore Lightning by a score of 7-0. The Senior C team played Monkton on the road and the Senior team played Seaforth in Seaforth, but scores for those games were unavailable at press time. One day earlier, the U13 A Heat played the Lady Flags in Mooretown and won by a score of 5-0. Also that day, the U13 C Heat tied the Wilmot Wolverines at one in Blyth, the U11 C Heat beat the St. Marys Rock on the road by a score of 3-0 and the U11 HL team lost to the Mooretown Lady Flags on the road by a score of 4-3. The U11 A Heat beat the St. Thomas Panthers by a score of 3-2
in Seaforth, the U13 B Heat lost to the Kinucks in Kincardine by a score of 5-2 and the U15 B Heat lost to the Mount Forest Rams, also on the road, by a score of 2-1. Later that night, the U18 BB Heat hosted the Guelph Junior Gryphons in Clinton and won by a score of 10-3. The U9 B, U9 C and U9 HL Heat teams played the London Devilettes, St. Thomas Panthers and North Middlesex Junior Stars, respectively, all in Seaforth that day, but scores were not kept for those games. On Friday, Nov. 22, the U15 A Heat lost to the St. Thomas Panthers in Hensall by a score of 31 and the Senior C team played Milverton on the road, but a score for that game was unavailable at press time. In Brussels on Nov. 21, the U15 C Heat lost to the Central Perth Predators in Brussels by a score of 6-0 and back on Monday, Nov. 18, the U13 HL Heat lost to the St. Thomas Panthers on the road by a score of 2-1. On Tuesday, Nov. 26, the U18 BB Heat played the Wolverines in Wilmot and then on Nov. 28, the U18 C Heat hosted the Central Perth Predators in Blyth and the U15 C Heat welcomed the St. Marys Rock to Brussels, but scores were unavailable at press time.
U20 broomball teams go winless in Belleville While two U20 teams from Blyth Junior Broomball made their way to Belleville for the provincial qualifier tournament over the weekend, they were unable to find success out there on the road. On the girls’ side, the U20 Blyth Typhoons lost both of their games on Nov. 22, ending their tournament. First they fell to the Kilsyth Young Guns by a score of 1-0, followed by a defeat at the hands of the Palmerston Terminators by a score of 2-1. The Seaway Valley Devils won gold in the tournament, followed by the silver-medallist Eastern Thunder
and the third-place Kilsyth Young Guns. On the boys’ side, the Blyth Renegades were unable to secure a win either, losing to the Eastern Warriors by a score of 4-1 and then the Valley Gamblers by a score of 3-0, both on Nov. 22. The Eastern Panthers would go on to win the tournament, with the Eastern Warriors finishing in second and the Mildmay Junior Moose finishing third. In regular season action over the weekend, the U12 Silver team took on the U12 Bullets in a local game Continued on page 10
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Harvest Fest to return to Clinton in 2025 Continued from page 1 presented by Boyes for preapproval included the replacement of the facilities storage shed ($275,000), the replacement of the lift truck box ($75,000), the replacement of the Osbourne submersible sewage pump ($31,500), the second of four years for the replacement of personal protective equipment for the Central Huron Fire Department ($22,000) and the rehabilitation of Bridge CHU40 on Maitland Line ($622,772) for a total of $1,026,272. In the operating budget, funds were approved for the façade grant ($50,000), gravel hauling, crushing
and sand ($270,000), the donation fund ($50,000), dust control ($101,000), the community guide ($14,000), Harvest Fest $30,000), grass-cutting ($126,000), Around the World in Central Huron ($5,000), Community Improvement education expense ($2,500) and the new records management project ($22,500) for a total of $671,000. As part of his presentation, Boyes also outlined a number of factors to be considered in the upcoming budget process. He said that the impact of inflation on the operating budget is expected to be just under $86,000 and the three per cent salary increases are expected to cost the municipality an additional
$90,810 in 2025. An 8.6 per cent increase to the municipality’s insurance coverage will result in additional charges of $43,343 and the increase to Central Huron’s policing costs will result in a bill of almost $365,000 above last year’s total. He did note, however, that the municipality’s Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) allocation will actually increase in 2025 after years of decreases, resulting in a further $255,000 coming into the municipality from the provincial government. While council was largely supportive of the recommended spending from Boyes, there were some minor questions about some
of the decisions being made. First, Deputy-Mayor Marg Anderson felt that the donation fund should remain at the 2024 level of $45,000 and not be increased by a further $5,000. She also wondered about skipping Harvest Fest next year, when Clinton will be marking its 150th homecoming. Several councillors, including Mayor Jim Ginn, pushed back on that suggestion, with Ginn saying that it has really become the municipality’s signature event. Council did decide, however, to skip fundraising for Clinton’s annual fireworks this year, as to not clash with a planned drone show by
the Clinton Kinsmen that same weekend. Council then voted on separate motions to keep the donation fund at the proposed $50,000 and to move forward with Harvest Fest in 2025, both of which passed. Council then voted to pre-approve the two budgets presented by Boyes. The balance of the budget process will now have to wait until 2025, beginning with meetings on Feb. 4 and Feb. 19 to discuss the operating budgets for the year. Then, on meetings scheduled for March 4 and March 18, Boyes will delve into the capital budget over the course of those two meetings.
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Sports Ironmen split over weekend
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Treading water The Wingham Ironmen may have beaten the Kincardine Bulldogs on Friday night by a score of 3-2, but then next night, also in Wingham (above), they lost to the Hanover Barons by the identical score of 3-2, keeping the team right where it was in the standings before the weekend began. (John Stephenson photo)
By Shawn Loughlin The Citizen The Wingham Ironmen split their two games over the weekend, winning one and losing one, both at home in Wingham, both in overtime and both by the exact same score: 3-2. On Friday night, the Ironmen beat the Kincardine Bulldogs at home in Wingham by a score of 3-2 in overtime. That night, the Bulldogs scored the first two goals of the game, with Aidan Yarde scoring his 11th goal of the season at 4:16 of the first period, assisted by Jordan Moulton and Caeleb Bowler, followed by a Bryce Martin goal at 16:38 of the first, assisted by Chad Lawrence and Carter Servais. The second period, however, was all Wingham to tie the game at two and send it into overtime. Noah Bloemberg scored just 48 seconds into the period, assisted by Tate Berfelz, to cut Kincardine’s lead in half, followed by a Brandon Bishop goal at 7:18, assisted by Austin Becker and Noah Wettlaufer, that tied the game at two. There was no scoring in the third period and then, just under two minutes into the first overtime period, Tanner Dietz scored an unassisted goal to win the game for the Ironmen. Ryan Tanner earned the overtime loss in the Bulldogs’ net, stopping 31 of 34 shots, while James Hopper won the game for the Ironmen, stopping 23 of the 25 shots he faced. Each team spent an equal amount of time in the penalty box, with each team being called seven times for an identical 15 minutes. The next night, the Ironmen fell by a score of 3-2 to the Hanover Barons in overtime. There was no scoring in the first period, but Hanover’s Eliott McCarey opened the scoring in the second period with his ninth goal of the season at 17:33 of the period, assisted by Mark McIntosh and Ryan Colquhoun. Wingham would equalize, however, at 19:29 of the second with an Austin Becker goal, assisted by Noah Bloemberg. The teams traded goals again in the third period. First Hanover’s Mark McIntosh scored his 15th goal of the season at 2:54 of the
third, assisted by Ryan Colquhoun, then, at 7:36 of the period, Logan Burnham scored his eighth goal of the season for the Ironmen, assisted by Tanner Dietz, to tie the game at two. Ryan Colquhoun of the Barons, who had already assisted on both of his team’s goals that night, scored the game-winning goal for Hanover at the seven-minute mark of the first overtime period to win the game for Hanover. Derek Hartley won the game for the Barons with 30 saves on 32 shots, while James Hopper was tagged with the overtime loss, stopping 25 of the 28 shots he faced. In terms of penalties, the Ironmen were whistled four times for a total of eight minutes, while the Barons were called five times for a total of 10 minutes. In terms of the standings, not much has changed for the Wingham Ironmen in the North Pollock Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League, though the gap between the top three teams and the rest of the division continues to widen. The Hanover Barons remain in first place with 37 points and a record of 18 wins, one loss and one shootout loss. The Fergus Whalers are in second with 35 points and a record of 16 wins, three losses, two overtime losses and one shootout loss, followed by the Mount Forest Patriots with a record of 15 wins, three losses, two overtime losses and two shootout wins. The Ironmen are in fourth with a record of 10 wins, 10 losses and one overtime loss for a total of 21 points. The Kincardine Bulldogs follow in fifth place with a record of nine wins, 10 losses, two overtime losses and two shootout wins and a total of 20 points. The Mitchell Hawks have 13 points in sixth place with a record of five wins, 10 losses, two overtime losses, one shootout win and one shootout loss. The Walkerton Capitals and Goderich Flyers are tied with 11 points each at the bottom of the standings, with the Capitals in seventh place and the Flyers in eighth. The Capitals have a record of five wins, 16 losses, one overtime loss and one shootout win and the Flyers have four wins, 13
losses and three shootout losses. To end the month, the Ironmen will be on the road, taking on the Walkerton Capitals on Friday, Nov. 29 and the Kincardine Bulldogs on Saturday, Nov. 30. Their first game in December will be a mid-week affair with the Mount Forest Patriots, also on the road, on Wednesday, Dec. 4. They’re then back in Wingham on Friday, Dec. 6, welcoming the Mitchell Hawks to Wingham, before a Saturday, Dec. 7 game with the Flyers in Goderich. The team will be hoping for good luck on Friday, Dec. 13 when the Ironmen host the Kincardine Bulldogs, followed by a Friday, Dec. 14 game with the Walkerton Capitals in Mildmay, a Friday, Dec. 20 game with the Mitchell Hawks in Wingham and a Sunday, Dec. 22 matinee with the Fergus Whalers on the road to end the 2024 portion of the season.
Season ongoing Continued from page 8 on Nov. 23, with the Bullets claiming a 1-0 victory. The U14 Boys and U14 Girls teams played one another in a local game, but a score was unavailable at press time. On Sunday, Nov. 24, the U16 Boys were scheduled to play against Palmerston on the road, but that game was cancelled. Then, on Nov. 26, the U20 Girls were due to play the Rampage team in Blyth, followed by a Nov. 27 game between the U16 Boys and Seaforth on the road and the U20 Boys playing the 8th Liners on Nov. 28 in Blyth, but scores for those games were unavailable at press time. Looking ahead, this Saturday, the U9 Bullets, U14 Boys and U14 Girls are all scheduled to play their counterparts from Mildmay on the road. Then, on Tuesday, Dec. 3, the U20 Girls will play the Force team in Blyth and the U20 Boys will play the Super Troopers, both in Blyth.
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Chislett, Roulston to see shows produced next season Continued from page 1 letters between an Irish husband and wife around the tail end of that country’s potato famine. The couple makes the decision to immigrate to Canada, with the husband travelling first and the wife and two young children staying back until the time is right. The pair exchanged letters and Donoghue has incorporated them into the play, along with filling in their story with her own creations. Garratt said he’s excited to have the award-winning author of Room and The Pull of the Stars aboard this season and he thinks the play will be a special one for the Festival. In the middle of the season, the third play of the year will be produced at the Harvest Stage, featuring a large cast of the entire
company. It will be Festival cofounder Anne Chislett’s Quiet in the Land - one of the most revered plays in Canadian history and the winner of the 1982 Chalmers Award and the 1983 Governor General’s Award. The play premiered at the Festival in the 1980s and went on to be produced all over the country. It tells the story of a time of change in an Amish community in a rural area near Kitchener during the First World War. At its core, Garratt said, the story is about the reconciliation between a father and son, while also exploring being a pacifist in a world at war. A young Amish man enlists in the Canadian forces in World War I and returns and has to make peace with his pacifist community and his
disapproving father in the singular, celebrated story. The fourth show of the season, back indoors at Memorial Hall, is another remount by another Festival co-founder: Powers and Gloria by Keith Roulston. The show premiered at the Blyth Festival 20 years before its remount in 2005. It was also the penultimate production of a Roulston-penned play at the Festival, with the last time a work from this particular cofounder graced the Memorial Hall stage being in 2006 with Another Season’s Harvest, co-written by the aforementioned Chislett. Garratt says the intimate story is funny and poignant and has only become more relevant as the years have gone on, dealing with issues like succession planning,
globalization, what it means to be part of a small community and keeping your footing in a changing world. The fifth and final play is called Radio Town by Nathan Howe, which will tell the story of local radio and television visionary Wilford Thomas “Doc” Cruickshank. Howe, who has acted in Festival productions like Wing Night at the Boot, Cakewalk and more, begins his play in the Lyceum Theatre as Cruickshank begins discussions with his children on selling his media empire, only to then reach back and tell Cruickshank’s story from the very beginning. Garratt said that Cruickshank’s story is so unique to this community and one of true innovation and
community ownership that he feels it will find a real home at the Festival and connect with local residents in a profound way. Garratt says that all of the shows programmed for the 2025 season, in a way, deal with maintaining tradition in a changing world - a concept that’s as relevant as it’s ever been. He also sees theatre as being that bedrock in a changing world, whether it be threats of conflict or ever-changing technology. Garratt says that theatre still provides the opportunity for people to come together, turn off their devices and watch together as humans tell them a story and he says that’s something really profound. There’s a reason that theatre has persisted for generations and generations, he says.
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On Nov. 18, the Londesborough United Church Women (UCW) held their Christmas celebration and meeting. Again this year the event was held at the Clinton Legion and the meal was catered by the Women’s Auxiliary to the Legion. The room was tastefully decorated for the Christmas season and was very welcoming. Rev. Jan Aylward expressed her appreciation for being invited to join the ladies for this special evening. Jan asked the blessing for the meal. In keeping with the season, Barb Bosman and Kim Roetsicoender lead a carol sing. An interesting twist to this tradition came in the form of new words to “Jingle Bells”. This familiar song became “The Rusty Chevrolet” thanks to a rewrite by Kim and Ann Adams. Catherine Allen was presented with a UCW Life Membership pin that evening in recognition of her dedication and service to the UCW. Congratulations Catherine - well deserved.
President Kim Roetsicoender reminded the ladies to pick up one of the Christmas cards she brought to send along or deliver to a church member who might be unable to get out to church over the Christmas season. Also, it was noted that donations are welcomed for the Room2Grow and the Women’s Shelter as part of the group’s Christmas outreach. The program and time of devotion was led by Kim Roetsicoender, Kitty MacGregor, Joan Whyte, Catherine Allen and Ann Adams. Initially, the ladies were asked to imagine themselves relaxing at home while listening to a lovely reading on the theme of “home”. The scripture reading was Luke 2; 4-20. In an abrupt change, everyone was asked to envision themselves in the Nativity story. The room filled with fun, the sounds of shepherds and sheep, etc. The evening closed with the quiet singing of “Silent Night”. In keeping with their motto of community betterment, the Londesborough Lions Club invites area folk to join them at the Londesborough Community Hall on the afternoon of Tuesday, Dec. 10 to hear a presentation on community paramedicine. This is an innovative program that works to medically assist residents of Huron County in their own homes.The presentation time is 1-3 p.m. that day. The presentation is intended to make people aware of what this
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BRUSSELS LIVESTOCK REPORT For the week ending November 22, 2024 Total Receipts: 1,910 cattle, 900 lambs, sheep and goats. Tuesday – Fed cattle sold steady with quality considered. Cows sold steady. Thursday – Veal sold actively at prices easier than last week’s high market. Lambs sold steady to the week’s decline. Sheep and goats sold steady.
Beef Cows: $150 – $225 Good Holstein Cows: $143 – $203 Medium Holstein Cows: $130 – $142 Bulls: 188.00 – 216.00 Don Farrell of Ripley, consigned two head. One black simmental cross cow weighed 1,195 lbs. and sold for a price of $225.
Lambs: Under 50 lbs.: $440 – $520 50-64 lbs.: $370 – $400 65-79 lbs.: $320 – $410 80-94 lbs.: $260 – $317 95-109 lbs.: $257.50 – $277.50 110 lbs. and over: $250 – $270 Sheep: $205 – $250
Friday – Calves and yearlings sold on a strong active trade with choice calves and yearlings selling higher.
Gerald and Josie Kemerink of Kippen, consigned three head. One holstein cow weighed 1,390 lbs. and sold for a price of $203.
Fed Cattle: There were 125 fed cattle on offer.
Veal: There were 120 veal and 25 bob calves on offer.
Choice Fed Cattle: $250 – $260.00 Second Cut Fed Cattle: $230 – $249 Aged and Medium Fed Cattle: $205 – $237 Holstein Fed Cattle: $185 – $234
Beef Veal: $275 – $300 Good Holsteins: $275 – $298 SL Heavy Holsteins: $265 – $290 Heavy Holsteins: $247 – $289 Medium Holsteins: $245 – $265 Plain Holsteins: $197 – $235 Holstein Drop Calves: $500 – $1,050 /HEAD
Steve Hallam of Kincardine, consigned 14 head. Nine lambs averaged 97 lbs. and sold for a price of $276.
Stockers: There were 1,400 stockers on offer.
Shelby Carson of Atwood, consigned 40 head. Ten charolais heifers averaged 421 lbs. and sold for a price of $500.
Top Quality Steers: Under 400 lbs.: $507 – $650 400 – 499 lbs.: $440 – $550 500 – 599 lbs.: $435 – $510 600 – 699 lbs.: $381 – $454 700 – 799 lbs.: $360 – $396 800 – 899 lbs.: $359 – $392.50 900 – 999 lbs.: $337.50 – $361 1,000 lbs. and over: $313 – $351
Tom Stull of Markdale, consigned seven head. Four black heifers averaged 909 lbs. and sold for a price of $315. Terry Murray of Clifford, consigned 31 head. Six charolais heifers averaged 1,013 lbs. and sold for a price of $309. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: CLOSED DEC. 23, 2024 – JAN. 2, 2025 BARN OPEN TO RECEIVE STOCKERS JAN. 2, 2025 AFTER 4 PM
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Fred Bieman of Ayton, consigned four head. Four black fed steers averaged 1,616 lbs. and sold for a price of $253. Dettman Farms Inc. of Clifford, consigned seven head. Three charolais cross fed heifers averaged 1,196 lbs. and sold for a price of $257.
Cows: There were 240 cows on offer.
David Rae of Clifford, consigned six head. One red veal weighed 800 lbs. and sold for a price of $297. John and Cheryl Bennewies of Bornholm, consigned two head. One holstein veal weighed 715 lbs. and sold for a price of $298.
Hannah Simpson of Kincardine, consigned 19 head. Eleven lambs averaged 80 lbs. and sold for a price of $317. Goats: Meat Kids: $450 – $522.50 Dairy Kids: $380 – $475 Mature Bucks: $350 – $450 Mature Does: $150 – $250
Under 400 lbs.: $390 – $491 400 – 499 lbs.: $325 – $500 500 – 599 lbs.: $325 – $475 600 – 699 lbs.: $317.50 – $385 700 – 799 lbs.: $317 – $345 800 – 899 lbs.: $280 – $334 900 lbs. and over: $277 – $315 Scott Sumsion of Harley, consigned 23 head. Two charolais steers averaged 820 lbs. and sold for a price of $392.50.
Noah S. Brubacher of Wroxeter, consigned six head. Five kid goats averaged 63 lbs. and sold for a price of $505.
John Steckle of Waterloo, consigned 20 head. Five charolais steers averaged 946 lbs. and sold for a price of $361.
Darrin Durand of Hensall, consigned five head. Two kid goats averaged 69 lbs. and sold for a price of $515.
Gary Zehr of Newton, consigned 10 head. Ten charolais steers averaged 1,027 lbs. and sold for a price of $351.
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town hall incident One man has been arrested after allegedly uttering threats at North Huron’s municipal office in Wingham on the morning of Thursday, Nov. 21. Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is still investigating the incident. On Nov. 21, at approximately 9:30 a.m., a Wingham resident attended the North Huron Township municipal office and interacted with staff. Just after 10 a.m., police were contacted to investigate threats that were made by the individual. Investigators were able to identify and locate the suspect, who was arrested just after 12:30 p.m. A 41-year-old North Huron resident has been charged with Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm or Death and Criminal Harassment.
The accused has been held in custody for a bail hearing appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice - Goderich. Any person with information regarding this incident or any other incident is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or 519482-1677. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at P3tips.com, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. In the afternoon of the day of the incident, North Huron issued a public service announcement on the incident, saying it had been resolved. The office, however, was closed for the rest of the day, with regular business resuming the next morning at 8:30 a.m.
Campbells hold Christmas party PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188
The card results for Friday, Nov. 22 are: high gold card, Brenda Brooks; most shoots, gold card, Sharon Freeman; high white card, Mac Brooks, and most shoots, white card, Jim Howard. Cards will be played again on Friday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the afternoon. On Sunday, Nov. 24, Rev. Colin Snyder welcomed the congregation to Knox United Church in Belgrave and Mary Vair accompanied the day’s vocalists and the congregation on the piano. The Campbells held their annual Christmas party at the Belgrave Community Centre on Sunday, Nov. 24. Families made their way to Belgrave from St. Catharines, Cambridge, London, Lindsay and Kitchener, with many local families making the trip as well. Following the Christmas dinner, Santa Claus arrived with his bag full of treats for the children. All enjoyed this get-together before heading back home. This year, John and Linda Campbell served as hosts. There was a good attendance for the potluck at the Belgrave
Community Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 26. After Nancy Jardin said grace, those in attendance enjoyed the bountiful potluck lunch. During the meal, the group enjoyed music from Paul McLaren on the piano. Thanks to Jonathan Van Camp for decorating the centre to help set the Christmas mood.
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Obituaries
FRANCES KATHLEEN MARY “KAY” née MASON BUCHANAN Kay Buchanan passed away peacefully at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton, on Nov. 20. She was in her 93rd year. Kay was the loving wife of her first husband John Stanley Cook (1967) and second husband William F. Buchanan (1990). She was the proud mom of Brenda Cook and Bill McDougall, Connie and Kevin Tasker, Dianne Josling, Bill Cook, Stephen Cook, Maryanne Fitzgerald and Ernie Dale, Sam and Vickie Cook, and Susan Dale and Charles East. She was the grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 29 greatgrandchildren and sister-in-law of Al Cowie, Erma Mason and Nellie Mason. Kay was predeceased by sons Peter (2007) and George (2011); sister Mae Cowie; brothers Pat (Pearl) Mason, Jim Mason, Archie Mason, George “Mike” Mason, Gordon Mason, grandson James Cook, son-in-law Paul Josling and daughter-in-law Debbie Cook. Kay was a wonderful mother. Even with 10 children, she was patient, loving and understanding, but with a hint of feistiness and a firm hand. She enjoyed being at home with her kids, gardening, baking and knitting socks for the neighbourhood. Kay was known for her nightnight calls to family and friends just to let them know she was heading to bed. Kay loved music; she played the piano and loved to listen to hymns during church and later on while watching the service on TV. Kay was passionate about her family and loved to visit them and was
always interested in what they were doing. She was a life member of the Blyth Legion Ladies Auxiliary and spent many hours helping at the Blyth Legion. Kay loved her pets, especially little Petey, for whom she always had kisses. In her later years, Kay loved to go for drives and point out the history of her life. Whenever her children would say, “I love you Mom” her reply would be, “I love you all”. Friends and family attended the Riverside Funeral Home’s Blyth Chapel on Sunday, Nov. 24 for visitation with funeral service on Monday, Nov. 25 at 11 a.m. Pastor Les Cook officiated. Interment was held at Brandon Cemetery, Belgrave. In lieu of flowers and as expressions of sympathy, donations to the Blyth Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Brandon Cemetery Board or Huronview Auxiliary would be appreciated. Donation cheques may be sent to Box 199, Blyth, N0M 1H0 Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca
WILLIAM (BILL) CHARLES SHADDICK William (Bill) Charles Shaddick, passed away peacefully at the age of 81 years on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 at Clinton Public Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Beverly Shaddick and devoted father of Julianna Shaddick (Tim Mohring) of Prince George, British Columbia, and Richard Shaddick (Maria) of Guelph. Bill was the proud grandfather of Olivia and Sophia. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Elsie Shaddick, and his brother John Shaddick. A long-time farmer, Bill
cherished his time on the family farm where he grew up. Besides farming, he enjoyed working in sales at Huron Tractor until his retirement. A farewell gathering in Bill’s honour will be held at the Londesborough Hall, on Friday, Dec. 20 from 2-4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, Clinton Public Hospital or a charity of your choice. Messages of condolence for the Shaddick family are welcome at www.falconerfuneralhomes.com
CHARLES “CHARLIE” JAMES CAMERON Charles “Charlie” James Cameron of Brussels passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 at the age of 82 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. We are devastated as a family that such a kind and outgoing soul, who has given us so much, has left this earth. He was predeceased by his wife, Sandra Marlene (Cousins) Cameron, and is survived by his sons Ross (Eva), Todd (Janet), and Neil. Charlie’s grandchildren Justin, Krystal, Nicole, Dillon, Matthew, Lauren, Alex and Brent will miss him dearly, as will his beloved 14 great-grandchildren. Charlie was born in 1942 in New Brunswick, into a large family with 12 siblings. He was an energetic young boy, often getting into the usual mischief in which young men find themselves, especially those with so many siblings. He relocated to Ontario in his late teenage years for better economic opportunities and lived with siblings who had previously moved west. It was there, in Etobicoke in 1963, that Charlie met the love of
his life: Sandra. They were both working for Campbell’s in a local production facility. The romance blossomed quickly, and they married in March of 1964. They were blessed with three sons and the family had the opportunity to live in several communities, including Mississauga and Orangeville. Charlie had an aptitude for outdoor work and mechanical things. He was a farm-hand in his early twenties and began working in service station maintenance as a mechanic. Eventually he started a business repairing and installing automobile hoists, which took him all over southern Ontario. If you ever mentioned a service station in southern Ontario, Charlie either likely knew the owner or may have even done the job on their hoists himself! Charlie and Sandra were huge pet lovers. They had both been animal breeders. Charlie was particularly fond of Scottish fold cats and named his cattery Camfold. He also bred Golden Retrievers and Golden Doodles. There were always pets in the Cameron household, and once the boys were grown and gone out into the world, the dogs, cats and even a parrot were the new “children” in the house. Charlie and Sandra were living in Fergus when Charlie finally retired. They decided to relocate to Brussels to live out their golden years. There they quickly became friends with many members of the community who shared some of their interests. Charlie spent the summer and fall each year canning tomatoes, pickles, jams and many other delicacies. He was well known to the farmers in the community! In the last decade, Charlie devoted himself to the complete care of his wife Sandra, whose health had deteriorated considerably. He was a full-time
caregiver who also cared for the menagerie of animals, the house and finances. It was a lot of work that he took on with great pride and devotion. Charlie sadly lost his wife on Nov. 26, 2023 and was brokenhearted in the past year without her presence in his life. Though we are extremely saddened to lose the patriarch of the family, it brings us great comfort to know our dad and mom are reunited and likely joined by the stable of pets they have called family over the years. It was Charlie’s wish to be cremated, and he did not want a formal service. Our hope is to organize a gathering of friends and family in the future to celebrate the lives of Charlie and Sandra together. It is only fitting they should be remembered jointly, as they spent 60 years together. In lieu of flowers, and as an expression of sympathy, donations to Adopt-A-Pet Rescue, Lucknow would be appreciated. Donation cheques may be sent to Box 340, Brussels, N0G 1H0. Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca
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Shutout On Sunday in Clinton at the Central Huron Community Complex, the U13 A Huron Heat took on the Bluewater Hawks and beat them by a score of 3-0. The win improved the team’s record on the season to 12-6-7. They’re next in action on Saturday in Windsor with a game against the Wildcats. (John Stephenson photo)
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From the Minister’s Study
Find peace with God this Christmas season: Hovius By Jason Hovius, Brussels Community Bible Chapel I don’t want to be a downer here, but after a busy week or month or year, do you ever wonder to yourself, “What’s the point?” If you’re fortunate, you find fulfillment in your work or in your relationships or in some sort of hobby of yours, which is enough to motivate you to keep getting up in the morning. But even those things let everyone down at some point. All this aside from the fact that, as you look in the mirror, you begin to realize that even your body is letting you down; you aren’t as young as you were a few years (or decades) ago. If you’re like me, you wonder if your hair (or lack of it) and skin are engaged in a silent war against you, and they’re pushing you faster and faster down a oneway path toward something we try to avoid thinking about. Did you know that there is a book in the Bible that is specifically about this very question that men and women have wrestled with for millennia? This book is called Ecclesiastes, which is a word coming from the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew word for “Preacher to the assembly”, a term that the writer uses to identify himself. He also identifies as a son of David, king in Jerusalem, which seems to match our knowledge of King Solomon. In this book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon is getting older and is looking back on his life and pondering its value. After close to four decades of being one of the world’s greatest and wealthiest kings, he has had ample opportunity to test things out in his quest for happiness and meaning. If he thought of something he might want to try, he, more than anyone else, could make it happen. He had all the means and all the people at his disposal to make his dreams come true. He wrote, “I denied myself nothing my eyes desired; I refused my heart no pleasure.” (Ecclesiastes 2:10) I have little doubt that you and I would do the same if we lived in his shoes, having virtually unlimited power and resources. So, where did Solomon spend his energy, time and money? He tells us! He tried pleasure and entertainment and laughter. He tried drinking alcohol. He built great buildings, gardens, parks and opulent houses for himself. He had slaves and livestock and many women and vast amounts of fame and money. On top of all this, he went on a philosophy kick, trying to
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plumb the depths of wisdom and folly. But, at the end of the day, he called it all vanity, meaningless, a chasing after the wind and miserable business. Frankly, he was depressed as he considered how he could find no meaning in all that he had put his hand to. Sometimes we often find ourselves daydreaming with “if
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may have life, and have it to the full.” (John 10:10) According to the Bible and the experience of many Christians over the years, we can personally know this Jesus - the One who calls himself “greater than Solomon”. He came the first Christmas with an angelic proclamation of “peace on earth, goodwill toward men.” Peace with God sure beats an extra million dollars in your bank account. It’s priceless because it crosses the death-boundary with your soul, unlike all the money, relationships or projects that you’re investing in now. Like Solomon, I encourage you to enjoy this Christmas season with family and friends and, hopefully, a few days away from your job. But don’t forget about the Giver of these things, who is calling you to Himself, even as you read these words. Dear reader, this Christmas season you owe it to yourself to find peace with God through the forgiveness that He freely offers through Jesus Christ. I can say from my limited experience that this is where true joy is found.
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stuff I could buy if I had a million dollars, like a fur coat (but not a real one) and a monkey (haven’t you always wanted a monkey?). If you haven’t had the opportunities that Solomon had, you’ll have to take his word for it from the book of Ecclesiastes; the dissatisfaction you feel with the little you now have doesn’t go away, even when you have more. If you’re looking for lasting happiness and purpose in life, it’s not going to come from people and stuff around you. There are a few bright spots in Ecclesiastes as Solomon leads us on a journey to find happiness. The reader is encouraged to enjoy what God has given us, but with gratitude toward Him, “for without Him, who can eat or find enjoyment?” (Ecclesiastes 2:25) Without a recognition of the One who gave us our work and its wages and this earth to enjoy, our life is back to chasing after the wind. I have heard the book of Ecclesiastes referred to as describing a life without Christ. Jesus said, “I have come that they
“In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.” Isaiah 40:3 The outreach program for December is Gifts with Vision.
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Status quo in HE
Out on the town Huron East Council with its fresh and new logo took to the streets of Seaforth on Friday night to be part of the annual Seaforth Santa Clause parade, with the likes of Director of Community Services Lissa Berard, left, Mayor Bernie MacLellan, centre, and Councillor Ray Chartrand, right, were among those on the float. (John Stephenson photo)
smaller, putting forward a proposal to move to a seven-member council that would include a mayor and deputy-mayor to be elected at-large and one representative from each of the existing five wards. In contrast, Deputy-Mayor Alvin McLellan spoke in favour of the current size and structure, which was supported by several councillors who made the case for the status quo, speaking specifically of the benefits of both the existing ward system and of having two representatives per ward to split the workload. Councillor John Steffler then requested a recorded vote to maintain the status quo, which passed with the support of DeputyMayor Alvin McLellan and Councillors Steffler, Brenda Dalton, Dianne Diehl, Gloria Wilbee, Jeff Newell, Justin Morrison, Larry McGrath and Ray Chartrand, while Mayor Bernie MacLellan and Councillor Bob Fisher voted against it.
Continued from page 1 committee’s recommendations of 2022, weighing what the committee sees as the benefits of a “structure that evolves with the needs of our community.” “In our report, we outlined a transition that would allow the municipality to move incrementally towards an at-large format, recognizing that this approach respects both tradition and necessary change. Our recommendation to retain current compensation levels was also a reflection of fiscal responsibility. We sought to strike a balance that would support Huron East’s growth, encourage diverse and broad-based representation and maintain financial stewardship,” Little continued in her letter. As council considered the letter and recommendation from the committee, Mayor Bernie MacLellan reiterated his long-held stance that council should be
Stephenson cross back in circulation in Waterloo PEOPLE AROUND WALTON By Jo-Ann McDonald Call 887-6570
The Walton Coffee Hour was enjoyed by a good crowd of folks last spring. We stopped for the summer because it is always a busy time for many, but hoped the fall would bring back all our Walton friends for the social time. We just hosted our second Coffee Hour this past week and only a few folks arrived. We are going to give it one more shot before Christmas, on Dec. 14 and we are hoping for a good turnout. If I can find time to attend,
so can you. Besides, you all missed Margaret’s delicious lemon loaf! Congratulations to Brian and Marlene Rutledge on the arrival of another great-grandchild, number 10. Proud parents are Marty’s son Jake and his wife Olivia Rutledge of St. Marys. The couple has welcomed Everleigh to the family and she will be welcomed home by excited big brother Theo. Congratulations to all. Hey folks, how about stopping by 43767 Cardiff Road to have a visit with Santa at his summer home. Santa loves the outdoors and twinkling lights. He also likes to help everyone, so a donation to the food bank would make Santa happy, but is not necessary. Santa likes to rest after a day’s work, but would like to visit with his young friends from 6-8 p.m. He would like to invite his friends to visit on Nov. 28, 29 and 30 or Dec. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20 and 21. If you
missed seeing Santa at parades because of big crowds, drop by his summer home and see him before the big day! Talking about Santa, I did see Santa at a very unusual time of day. I was at the stop lights in Seaforth at 3 p.m when the brightly-lit Santa Coca Cola truck went past and Santa was driving! Not something you see every day! A heartwarming story occurred for the Stephenson family last weekend. A cross, originally donated to St. John’s Anglican Church in Brussels by Fred and Sharon Stephenson, in memory of their daughter Rhonda, was donated to All Saints Anglican Church in Waterloo, with the closing of St. John’s. Last Sunday, the Stephenson family was invited to see it being used for the first time. It was carried during the service by Sharon’s great-niece Serena. The three Stephenson girls and niece
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Lanette Todd had carried the cross at services through the years. Serena and brother Conrad did a great job of the tasks given them on their special Sunday for the Stephenson family. The Brussels Curling Club is still welcoming curlers to come out and join the fun on Monday nights. Experienced or new to the game, you all are welcome. All you need are clean shoes. Brooms are provided. Just show up before 7 p.m. and be put on a team or get instructions on how to curl! Celebrating birthdays this past week were Donna McClure, Hudson Blake, Linda Gingerich, Linda McDonald, Mitchell McKee, Melody Hodgson, Craig Gillis, JoAnn McDonald, Nicholas Zwep, Abigail Lejcar, Ronja Boettcher, Kaitlin Williamson and Bryce Ryan. Happy birthday to all. November birthdays will soon be over and now the month of
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No Hate in Huron hosts celebration of love
Sign of the times Huron County residents united at the Community Cabaret 4 Caring and Camaraderie in Goderich, a day-long stand against rising bigotry. The event featured art, food, music, discussion, and a march to Lakeshore United Church to ceremoniously relocate a sign promoting kindness and respect. Performances by John Powers and Nathanya Field added heart to a day filled with creativity and community spirit. (Scott Stephenson photos)
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On Saturday, Nov. 23, a wideranging collection of concerned and creative Huron County citizens and community groups gathered at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109 in Goderich for the Community Cabaret 4 Caring and Camaraderie (CC4CC). The all-day marathon of an event was put together by No Hate in Huron (NHIH), a newlyformed collective of local activists and artists that hopes to counteract the recent increase in acts of organized bigotry that, while petty, are still threatening to leave an ugly mark on the face of Canada’s prettiest town.
First, there were the swirling rumours that a group of white supremacists had formed in Goderich under the gauzy guise of gathering as a men’s fitness group. Now, it is entirely possible that those swirling rumours are just that - rumours, and that this group of guys just like to get together to celebrate their collective admiration for the male body in all its subtle potential and sweaty glory. But there is another sign that all is not well in the Magic Kingdom of Ontario’s West Coast, and it’s one that leaves no room for nuanced interpretation, because it is a literal sign, painted bright green, that faces out onto Highway 21 just
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north of Goderich. The sign states, among other things, in big white letters, that “White Lives Matter”. It may be pushing a tired ideology pulled from the ash heap of history, but the brazenness with which this sign declares its steadfast dedication to a less joyous way of being is still shocking enough to make the news, much to the collective sorrow and embarrassment of much of the rest of the town. In response to this increase in intolerance in their neighbourhood, NHIH co-founders Patrick Corvyn and Mikuria Vandersnatsch worked with a large group of volunteers to make the CC4CC event a true spiritual success. The programming was open to literally any group or individual with a passion for any facet of their community that isn’t driven by hatred. The afternoon portion of the event included a luncheon of lasagna, accompanied by keynote speakers, salons, discussion groups, an open mic, delightful original ditties by musician John Powers, coffee, donuts, the launch of an inclusive community art installation captained by Blyth-based artist Kelly Stevenson, and more. The true turning point for the event came during a march around The Square that ended with the ceremonious removal of an entirely
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different green sign that had been mounted outside the entrance of Goderich’s Lakeshore United Church (LUC) as a response to the first sign. The LUC sign reads, simply, “Be Kind. Respect Everyone. Love One Another.” Some members of the public, however, had taken umbrage with the sign’s message of peace and love, and it was decided that the sign would need to be taken down. It will now be rotated between local businesses and privately-owned property. As of the publication of this article, the original, “White Lives Matter” sign remains standing.
In the evening, the upper level of the Legion was transformed into a vaudeville-inspired cabaret that featured drag kings and queens, improv, music and poetry. One of the day’s many hate-free highlights came near the end of the evening, when Goderich-based writer Nathanya Field shared just a few of the lush, poignant and humorous poems she’s written for her wife over the years. No matter how much hate there may be in the world, there’s just no arguing with a love like that.
1843 tale by Charles Dickens ~ Adapted by Gloria Wilbee ~
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