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Community News Volume 47 Issue 34
Drayton, Ontario
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Participants have many reasons for dedication to local Terry Fox Run by Sue Hogenkamp DRAYTON - Terry Fox Run organizers are hard at work promoting this year’s event, which takes place on Sept. 14. “We are in awe that year after year we see many of the same amazing people joining us in the fight to end cancer, and we often wonder what it is that makes them so passionate about this cause,� says lead organizer Louise Ellis. The following dedicated participants were asked to share their thoughts about why they participate in Drayton’s Terry Fox Run. Yvonne Schieck “So many people have cancer and you want to do what you can for them. I consider myself very fortunate and want to help others who are not so fortunate. We’ve lost many relatives and friends to cancer; there’s too many to list.� Glynis Belec “I am a cancer survivor. I want to do my part to raise awareness as well as funds for cancer research. Hopefully I can influence others for the good of the community. “I find it exciting to see the response we do get, because cancer affects everyone. I’m so inspired by the people who help year after year and by the passion they have for this cause. Whether we do this for the emotion of the moment, or whether we do it long term because of family and friends who have lost the battle against cancer, we need to continue so
that we can find the cure.� Linda Timmerman “I was inspired by Terry Fox and his run, and I also have family members who have been affected by cancer. I want to support Drayton’s run and support cancer research. It is usually a very enjoyable walk through the country, and I walk with others which helps me to get to know them better, plus we can encourage each other to finish the route. This year will be my 19th year, and I hope to complete my 20th. Susan Scheerer “Cancer has taken a lot of my loved ones, and it is still taking its toll. I’ve participated in the Terry Fox Run every year, but I’ll be missing this year because I’ve broken my leg. I’ll be there in spirit though, for sure, and some of my family members will be there to support the cause.� Run organizers wish to honour all past participants and to encourage new participants to join in this important event on Sept. 14. Pledge sheets are available at many businesses in Drayton and Moorefield, or can be downloaded from www.terryfox.org. Registration takes place at the old arena at the fairgrounds from 12 to 1:25pm, with the big kickoff commencing at 1:30. Many fun activities, including a barbecue lunch, are planned. For more information contact Louise Ellis at 519638-2120 or check out Drayton Terry Fox Run on Facebook.
LINDA TIMMERMAN, ROELIE KATERBERG AND JACK SCHOLTEN
YVONNE SCHIECK
GLYNIS BELEC
SUSAN SCHEERER
Excavator Games exceed expectations at 2014 Drayton Fair New competition tests machines, operators in offbeat challenges by Caroline Sealey DRAYTON The Excavator Games, a new feature at the Drayton Fair this year, challenged participants in ways unfamiliar to excavator operators. Two excavators, donated by DeBoer’s Farm Equipment of Salem, replaced tractors and trucks on the fairgrounds track on Sunday at noon. The first test of skills involved moving a raw egg, positioned on a sleeping bag, to an egg carton filled with sand, a short distance away. A spoon attached to the bucket of the excavator was the egg’s mode of transportation. If the egg broke, the contestant was disqualified. The second test involved moving a basketball perched on a pylon to a pail. Once the ball hit the ground the operator was eliminated.
Registration and timekeepers were provided by the Drayton Kinettes. “Twelve guys signed up in the first year of the competition. I wanted something for the ‘big boys’ to have fun with. Something hands on. We exceeded our expectations of the event,� said Brad Schieck, of the Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society. Competitors entered both games of skill. The winner with the best times overall was Brett Cook. First prize was a tool box on wheels. Second place of $50 went to Blaine Hall. Each competitor received a ball cap. Prizes were donated by DeBoer’s Farm Equipment. “We are already making plans for our next competition. A big thank you to DeBoer’s for their generosity, and also to everyone who made the games a success,� Schieck said.
Main St. W. Palmerston
Lucas Rogerson Live in Concert in support of the Norgan Theatre September 7th at 8pm. Tickets: Adult $20, 16 & under $10. Jersey Beat Concert: October 16th at 7pm. All seats $25. Our regular show will continue on September 12 after our annual shutdown.
For more info call 519-343-3640 or visit www.norgantheatre.com
Ex Games - The Excavator Games were a new event at the Drayton Fair this year. Contestants competed in contests that put the machines to some extremely non-traditional uses. photo by Caroline Sealey
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Road work could disrupt local traffic MAPLETON - The Murray Group is scheduled to resume asphalt resurfacing of the 16th Line in the Mapleton beginning the week of Aug. 18. The work is a continuation of a project started last year and includes the placement of a second lift of asphalt pavement on the road between Wellington Roads 17 and 12 and Concession 16 between Wellington Road 11 and Sideroad 12. “The work will result in some disruption to traffic during the period the work is to be completed. Nonlocal traffic may wish to consider alternate routes,� township officials state. The work should take approximately two weeks, depending on weather.
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