The Creemore
Echo
Friday, January 13, 2017 Vol. 17
No. 03
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News and views in and around Creemore
Inside the Echo
Order Up
In Good Taste
The Highest Order performs
Arts and Craft Beer Festival
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Armed man demands drugs Police are on the lookout for a man who was demanding drugs at knifepoint at Rexall pharmacy in Stayner on Jan. 9. The man is described as white, 4050 years old, 5’7” to 5’8” in height, with a skinny build, wearing a black knitted winter tuque, black hoodie style sweater, black jacket and blue jeans. He was clean shaven and has a large nose and poor complexion The incident happened at 6:20 p.m. and the man was last seen leaving the Highway 26 pharmacy on foot. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Huronia West OPP at 705429-3575 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and callers will remain anonymous. Callers will not be asked to appear in court and tips could lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000. Staff photo: Trina Berlo
Huron Tractor store manager Chris Hare in the mezzanine of the new Cashtown Corner sales and service centre which opened its doors this week.
Huron Tractor opens at Cashtown by Trina Berlo Huron Tractor opened its new stateof-the-art facility at Cashtown Corners this week, a reflection of the company’s growth and commitment to its customers. The service and sales centre provides much needed room to accommodate the company’s expansion and increasing workload, said store manager and Huron Tractor partner Chris Hare. The John Deere dealership moved from Stayner this month, into an expansive 26,000 square foot building that has a 14-bay shop fitted with an 11,000 pound overhead crane for lifting machines and engines, a dedicated two-bay combine shop,
wash bay and work areas for special equipment. There are four sales offices, a parts department, service counter and retail area, which in addition to John Deere products and merchandise, displays Stihl and Honda power tools, among other products. Hare said the additional space is one of the main reasons for the move. “Ultimately the reason for the move is growth, work environment, building a first class facility and the customer, to support the products we sell with a proper servicing facility,” said Hare. “We are making a commitment that we are here for years to come.” The Stayner location, which was just over 11,000 square feet, meant the
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technicians were doing a lot of work outside but the new big bay doors and high ceilings at the new facility allow them to bring the oversized equipment inside for servicing. With the evolution of farming, the equipment has grown, said Hare. “Fifty years ago the equipment was much smaller. Today it’s bigger than you can imagine,” he said. In addition to accommodating customers, the building also provides a better and safer work environment for its 22 employees. There is a fully automated ventilation system and in-floor heating, a locker room and lunchroom. Hare said Huron Tractor acquired (See “New” on page 3)
Snowy day results in 20 collisions Last Thursday, Huronia West OPP responded to 20 motor vehicle collisions. Many vehicles were in ditches and some were located on closed roads. Huronia West OPP reminds all motorists that at this time of year weather conditions can change quickly. Police say there are several simple things drivers can do to increase safety, namely slow down and change driving habits to suit the conditions and turn on headlights, to make sure other drivers can see you. Carry a working cell phone and charger, but don’t text and drive. Before heading out, make sure the vehicle is in good working condition, the gas tank is full, and there is ample windshield washer fluid and install snow tires. Police also remind people not to drive on closed roads. For more tips, visit www.opp.ca.
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