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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2007_12_28Charity lake swim to benefit injured wrestler By Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Bob Murray and Peter Gos are taking a dip on New Year’s Day. They’d like as many people as possible to join them, since the swim is a fundraiser for the Dur- ham Regional Cancer Centre and Oshawa’s Michael Box, 15, in need of a wheelchair after a wrestling injury left him with a snapped ver- tebrae and a severed spinal cord. Michael is currently at the Hospi- tal for Sick Children. But, don’t meet Mr. Murray and Mr. Gos at a local community cen- tre pool: these hardy fellows are swimming in Lake Ontario. “I don’t think of it as a Polar Bear swim,” says Mr. Murray, an Ajax resident for more than 50 years. “It’s not as hard as you think. It’s crazy and lots of fun.” He’s taken the plunge for more than a decade now, and his friend, fellow Ajax resident Mr. Gos, has joined him for the last four swims. The latter is Mr. Murray’s insur- ance agent. “If you’re going to do some- thing like this, you should take your insurance agent with you,” Mr. Murray says, laughing. “We’ve been friends for a lot of years. He’s not the kind of person you’d think would do it.” But, being in the water is second nature to Mr. Murray. “I used to work as a commercial diver up in Penetanguishene, and I used to run a dive boat up on Lake Kamaniskeg,” he says, noting he guided divers to the wreck of the Mayflower, a steamboat that sank in 1912. The men last year de- cided to make the swim a char- ity event, encouraging others to take the plunge as well. They were pleasantly surprised at the turn- out: roughly 10 swimmers and a decent-sized crowd watching from the beach. “We raised about $400 and split it between the Durham Regional Cancer Centre and Prin- cess Margaret Hospital,” he said. “We just decided (to raise funds) at the last minute. We didn’t adver- tise, so I think we did really good.” Once again this year, they’re in- viting swimmers and those who just want to watch, and hopefully contribute some cash, to join them for the dip on Jan. 1. at 1 p.m. It’s at the Ajax lakefront at Lakeview Boulevard, roughly halfway be- tween Pickering Beach and Shoal Point roads. “We’re hoping to get a lot of people there,” says Mr. Murray. 980 KINGSTON ROAD, PICKERING Between Liverpool Rd & Whites Rd. 905-839-6159 www.saturnofpickering.saturncanada.com Saturn Saab of Pickering The North American Car of the Year. Prices in effect at press time & are plus lic., taxes, freight & admin fee. 2007 AURA From $24,990 Give your home a new look for Winter Thinking of Thinking of Hardwood? Hardwood? Thinking of Hardwood? 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Start the New Year with a dip Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Bob Murray and Peter Gos emerge from Lake Ontario at the foot of Paradise Park as they test the waters for their upcoming New Year’s Day dip. This will be their second annual charity New Year’s Day plunge with proceeds going to the Durham Re- gional Cancer Centre and a fund for Oshawa resident Michael Box, pictured below at the Hospital for Sick Children. Michael was injured during a recent wrestling meet in Ajax. For more on Michael’s condition, see story on page 4. ✦ See Drivers, Page 4 For more, view the video on- line at newsdurhamregion.com Popping Students snap for charity Page 3 37"37" 2 Y E A R WARR A N T Y!DON’T PAY ‘TIL 2009! No Money Down!* No Interest! 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All first time buyers in Ontario must put down a 15% deposit on any financed pick-up purchase over $1,000. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 Collection to benefit the March of Dimes By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — By simply snapping off tabs from cans of pop, local students can contribute to charity, say or- ganizers of a Durham-wide pop tab drive. The drive is spearheaded by the Durham Catholic Dis- trict School board’s two stu- dent trustees, Siobhan Stew- art and Amanda D’Aurelio. The money generated from the tabs will be used by the Ontario March of Dimes to purchase wheelchairs and other mobility aids. “They get 60 cents for every 1,000 tabs. It may seem like a lot, but it’s not. I had a hundred in my hand just now,” said Siobhan, a Grade 12 student at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Pickering. The student trustees are getting help from student senators from other Dur- ham Catholic high schools, both St. Mary and Monsi- gnor Pereyma are already collecting, and are hoping the campaign spreads to the elementary schools as well. Siobhan said she tries to take a lighthearted ap- proach when asking her fel- low students for the tabs. “I try to make it funny. I’m not asking for $1 million, I’m not asking to break your arm, I’m just asking for a pop tab.” And the campaign is catching on quickly. “It’s starting to become a subconscious thing where people don’t think about it, they take pop tabs off and they’ll give them to Siobhan or me,” said student senator Adam Craveiro, also from St. Mary. One Grade 10 student brought in a water cooler jug full of tabs that was given to her by a neighbour. The students are hoping the simplicity of the cam- paign will continue to drive contributions. “I think this is a great charity because it’s so easy to get involved. All it takes is one can of pop and you’re contributing to this,” said Adam. And it’s not just lim- ited to the schools. “I’ve made a flyer and I go around and hand it out to neighbours,” said Siobhan, adding that people wanting to contribute are welcome to drop off the tabs at St. Mary. The students plan to keep collecting until June. MORE TIME TO SHOP pickeringtowncentre.com NEW Early Opening Saturday Hours to serve you better! Monday to Friday 10:00am to 9:00pm Saturday 9:30am to 6:00pm Sunday 11:00am to 6:00pm WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING KEEP WARM IN FASHION IT IS SALE TIME! THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Students snap pop tabs for charity AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Adam Craveiro and Siobhan Stewart pose with some of the pop can tabs collected at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. Both are urging students and schools to collect the tabs for the March of Dimes, which will sell them to purchase wheelchairs. Paralyzed teen smiles at greetings from high school pals, staff By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Despite a recent catastrophe that left 15-year-old Michael Box paralyzed from the neck down, his family was trying to make the best of a grim Christmas season. Michael has been at the Hospital for Sick Children since early December after sustaining a devastating spinal cord injury while he competed in a high school wrestling match. Since his admission to Sick Kids, he has been fighting internal infections and had his most recent of six heart failures on Wednesday. In spite of the obvious stress and strain the acci- dent has had on his family, Michael’s father, Scott, and the rest of the clan was de- termined to make the best of the holiday. On Christmas morning the family packed up all the gifts donated and purchased by staff at the Tim Hortons on King and Drew streets in Oshawa. Michael, his father, stepmother and three younger siblings did the traditional gift opening in his hospital room. “There were bags and bags of gifts,” Mr. Box said. “It was fantastic that Tim Hortons did that for us.” Perhaps the best present Mi- chael received was a videotape of greetings from friends and teach- ers at Central Col- legiate. The well wishes really lifted Michael’s spirits. “He had the biggest smile on his face when we watched it,” said Mr. Box. “It was the first time I have seen him smile since all this happened, I was tearful watching him.” Mr. Box is now looking into sell- ing his current home. He has had two contrac- tors in to look at his house and has been told the renovations to suit Michael’s needs would not be possible. “It’s a fairly new house, but the way it’s shaped is going to make it impossible to get it up to the standards Michael needs,” said Mr. Box. “The hallways are too short and narrow.” Mr. Box will be partici- pating in a polar bear swim at 1 p.m. on New Year’s Day. Some of the proceeds will go toward purchasing a wheelchair for his son. The dip will take place at the Ajax lakefront at Lakev- iew Boulevard, between Pickering Beach and Shoal Point roads. There is a trust fund set up in Michael’s name at the Bank of Montreal with the account number 39412- 001-8116279 to help with the numerous costs associ- ated with such an injury. In the midst of such tragic circumstances, there was a glimmer of hope for Mi- chael’s family. 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However, given our role in the conflict in Afghanistan, it’s likely that at some point thousands of local citizens will make their way down to Hwy. 401 overpasses from Trenton to Toronto to salute our troops. That’s just the way it went in 2007, when ordinary Canadians came out spontaneously to honour those soldiers who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. There were too many of them and we only hope there are few or better yet, none this year. Our other hopes and dreams for 2008 centre around safety, health and good governance for the coming year. We would love to see calmer streets and highways. Too often there are crashes caused by careless or dangerous driving and, as recent RIDE statistics show, too many make the awful decision to drink and drive. On the transportation and transit theme, it’s clear progress is required on the drive to get the Hwy. 407 extension built within the next five years. The long-needed widening of the 401 from Ajax to Whitby should also be on the provincial government’s radar over the next year. And Durham Region Transit will have to look at its operations and continue to streamline and, where needed, add service to make it an attractive alternative to driving. The issue of energy from waste or incineration continues to divide local citizens. While it’s clear we must find an answer to taking care of our non-recyclable and non-compostable gar- bage, we still need to do more to see if incineration is the solu- tion. Let’s make sure we make the right call on this long-term project. Most of all, we hope that all our readers enjoy a safe and happy 2008. Happy New Year. -- Metroland Durham Region Media Group P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 durhamregion.com Businessman disputes benefits of day off To the editor: Re: A day off in February could save businesses money, Ian McMillan column, Nov. 18. I am a new small business owner who has sold every asset I have and I have my house mortgaged to 80 per cent of equity. Every nickel I own is in this business and times are tough. I am certainly not rich and would certainly settle for being comfort- able. My employees are minimum wage, which is what is needed to stay competitive in my business. At the end of March, I need to deal with a large minimum wage increase that will drive my overall labour costs up 6 per cent. Would I like to pay them more -- of course I would. They are all great people who work hard. When the Ontario government brought in this new stat holi- day, it truly was the “icing on the cake.” Ian McMillan mentions work stress costs work time loss of $12 million a year? Mr. Mc- Millan, let me help you out. I don’t have Statistics Canada calculations in front of me, but I suspect it is far higher. Is this for Whitby? For Toronto? For Canada as a whole? The figures I have heard is this stat holiday will cost business $500 million to $1 billion, so explain to me how you can compare this to $12 million? Mr. McMillan compares Canada to the U.S. I lived in the U.S. for several years. They have no government legislative vacation requirements (unlike us at 2 weeks) and they do not have ma- ternity leave requirements; it is at the discretion of the employer (where we have almost a year). If you want to live in a place that is anti-employee, go to the U.S. Steve Forman Whitby N othing like a good snowstorm to bring out the guys. At least in a small town. You know who the guys are. They’re the fellas gleefully plodding behind the snowblowers, coming to the rescue on riding mowers and at the wheels of snow- bladed pickups. The guys who wait anx- iously, pull cords in hand, for disaster. The guys who live for a good dump... of snow. You can spot a guy a mile away, even when it isn’t snowing. They’re usually clad in any combination of duck canvas cover- alls, Kenora dinner jacket, wool toque and/ or baseball cap, fluorescent orange work gloves and, if it isn’t snowing or the wind hasn’t dropped a tree on someone’s car or house nearby they’ll be either “tinkering” with some form of combustion engine in their driveway or at the co-op buying more warm stuff to wear, just in case. If you’re lucky enough to live beside or near a guy, you’ll never have to shovel an ounce of snow again. In fact, for the paltry fee of a case of beer or a 40-pounder of rye you can get usually get four-season cover- age out of your neighborhood guy. He’ll happily chainsaw your wood, leaf- blow your yard and power-wash your car, house or children. If it requires a motor and a gas/oil mix, your guy’s your man. Mind you there are limitations. Don’t expect your guy to just jump in, plow you out of your driveway and be on his way. No. Guys like to talk. Watching a guy work his magic with his blade and then hopping in your car and taking off to work, without a word of chit- chat, is tantamount to slapping a cow in India or dissing Merle Haggard at a Lion’s barbecue. It’s just not done. Not unless you want to find yourself arse-deep in the white stuff next December. Guy etiquette requires that, when the job is done, you put everything else on hold, tilt your hat back on your forehead, maybe put a foot up on the running board and shoot the breeze for a bit. For those who don’t speak Guy here are a few good starters: “Boy she’s sure coming down, huh?” “Helluva nice rig you got here.” “Anything to get away from the wife for a few hours, eh?” Avoid comments like: “Could you keep it off the garden next time?” “Helluva nice wife you’ve got there.” “Would you like to come inside for a Chai and biscotti?” Remuneration is a tricky subject. Re- member, guys are very much heroes. Sort of Robin Hoods in Sorels and they need to be treated as such. Nobody ever turned to Audey Murphy or Errol Flynn after they’d saved the day and said, “Um, can I write you a cheque?” It’s the height of bad form to bring up compensation in front of a guy. It should simply be understood that sometime, in the not too distant future, a little something in the form of a bottle, a case or anything in a casserole dish will make its way to the guy’s house. It’s an ancient and time-honoured system. As I say, the recent storm, with its at- tendant stuck vehicles, blocked driveways and general meteorological panic was like a salt lick for guys. They were everywhere. By mid-day the air was humming with the sound of two-stroke engines and the only vehicles on the road were manned by hap- pily grinning, hoar-rimed saviours. Bless them all. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor- comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. He is now starring in the CBC hit sitcom, Little Mosque on the Prai- rie. 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When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in-store for details. Police say Toronto man tried to have 11 year old expose herself on web cam PICKERING — A Toronto man is charged w ith internet luring after allegedly pos- ing as a woman and asking an 11-year-old Pickering girl to expose herself via a web cam. Detectives from Durham Regional Police Service’s Sexual Assault Unit (SAU) arrested Adam Doplaga, 25, of Dashwood Crescent in Etobicoke at his residence on Dec. 20, with assistance from Toronto Police. Police were tipped off in mid-November when a Pickering family complained their daughter was asked to expose herself over the Internet using a web cam. The request came from an individual identified via Facebook and MSN Messen- ger as “Jennifer Johnanas,” a woman in her twenties. An investigator with the SAU then took over the online identity of the 11-year-old victim, with the permission of her family. Officers kept up contact with the accused for about a month before arresting him and seizing a computer, several hard drives and storage media from the home. Police charged Mr. Doplaga with luring, invitation to sexual touching, make avail- able child pornography, make child por- nography, possession of child pornography and personation. After a bail hearing on Dec. 21, he was released on a recognizance. Police are reminding parents to ensure their computers are in the living room or kitchen of their home and that they do not allow young children to use a web cam. Children should only chat online with peo- ple they know and can confirm. Anyone with information that may help the investigation can contact the SAU’s Det. Randy Norton at 1-888-579-1520 extension 5363 or Det. Andy Bussanich at extension 5349. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 reward. Pickering family complaint leads to charges Card-skimming operation netted almost $30G By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Calling him “an uncontrollable crimi- nal,” a Durham judge has handed a substantial peni- tentiary term to a fraud art- ist who bilked unsuspecting victims of thousands of dol- lars by stealing their bank- ing information. Sergui Kokoouline, a landed immigrant from Russia with a previous conviction for fraud, was sentenced Wednesday to five years in the pen by On- tario Court Justice Donald Halikowski, who in Novem- ber found the man guilty of numerous charges relating to a debit card-skimming operation based at an Os- hawa gas bar. Noting that Mr. Koko- ouline was supposed to be serving an 18-month term of house arrest for fraud convictions in York Region at the time of the offences here, the judge called the man “an uncontrollable criminal who showed no remorse for his actions.” “This is an individual who just six months before- hand had been given a con- ditional sentence for similar crimes,” Justice Halikowski said. “The accused was in- volved in a wide-ranging scheme... for the sole pur- pose of defrauding a large number of financial and private victims.” In May 2006 Mr. Koko- ouline, using an alias and fake ID including an Ontar- io driver’s licence, landed a job at the gas bar on Simcoe Street North. Within weeks he was en- trusted to run the gas bar by himself and was soon stealing banking informa- tion from customers by “skimming” codes from their debit cards. It’s es- timated he stole almost $30,000 which had to be repaid by various banks to affected card holders. As suddenly as he appeared the mystery man vanished, leaving Durham fraud in- vestigators with little but a driver’s licence photo and a phoney name. But a tip from a neighbouring police service led Durham cops to York Region, where they arrested Mr. Kokoouline in September 2006 as he ar- rived in a new BMW for an appointment with his pro- bation officer. © Tim Hortons, 2007 Tim Hortons invites you to enjoy some time with your family and friends and skate for free at your local arena. It’s our way of saying thank you and happy holidays. Visit your local Tim Hortons in Durham Region for a schedule of ice times and locations. The real gift is the time you’ll spend together. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising fl yers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. Carrier of The Week Ajax and Pickering Locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Marcus Today’s carrier of the week is Marcus. Marcus enjoys video games & the computer. Marcus has received a dinner, pizza and movie voucher compliments of McDonald’s, Boston Pizza & Cineplex Odeon. 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If you did not receive your News Advertiser/fl yers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at 905-683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:00 Sat. 9 - 4:00, Sun. 10 - 1 Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $6.00 every three weeks. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 Five-year pen term for fraud artist AJAX — Ward 4 local Councillor Pat Brown is in a Toronto hospital, having un- dergone surgery Thursday for the removal of a brain tu- mour. Coun. Brown become ill on Dec. 18 and the “presence of the tumour” affected her speech and her right side, Mayor Steve Parish says. He adds testing will have to be done to determine if the tumour was malignant, noting there’s a “five-per cent chance” it’s malignant. “The preliminary progno- sis appears good,” he says. “We’re cautiously optimistic.” As for how long Coun. Brown will be off the job, Mayor Parish says, “We want her to take all the time neces- sary to have a full recovery. “Knowing Pat, she’ll want to be back as earliest as possi- ble. My advice is to take all the time you need,” Mayor Par- ish notes. “We were obviously very concerned and worried. Her prognosis is good and we hope everything will go well.” Cherry Sevigny, the may- or’s assistant, says the Brown family requests no visitors or phone calls at this time. Ward 4 constituents should contact the mayor’s office for assistance with concerns or issues they may have, Ms. Sevigny adds. She can be reached at 905-619-2529, ext. 335, or by e-mail at cherry. sevigny@townofajax.com. Ajax councillor hospitalized WAS $2,399 $2,599 $2,499 WAS $2,599 $3,299 $5,199 THIS WEEKEND BLOWOUT ÃÌÊ£™Ç™ DON’T PAY TILL 2009 OAC www.airsolutionsgroup.ca 110 HOPKINS ST. 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WEST • OPEN THURSDAY THRU SATURDAY THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 9 A/Pdurhamregion.com AJAX — Signing up for a rec- reation program will cost one- per cent less. Ajax is reducing its fees for programs, pay-as-you-go activi- ties, memberships and rentals as of Jan. 1. The reduction coincides with the drop in the GST from six per cent to five per cent. All 2007 membership services and facility rentals with sched- uled payments beyond Jan. 1 will also be reduced by one per cent. For more information, call Rob Marsh at 905-619-2529, ext. 7247 or e-mail him at rob. marsh@townofajax.com. Ajax cutting rec fees one per cent We can be reached at 905-683-5110 NEWS ADVERTISER Whatever your business or interest, the News Advertiser has a feature for you. Healthwellness& ADVERTISING FEATURE RUNNING EVERY OTHER WEEK Education Advertising Feature EVERY OTHER SUNDAY. 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Enter for a chance to WIN a Nintendo Wii, iPOD Shuffle or a 6-Megapixel Digital Camera! 905.683.6582 Free Family Skate in the Arena Free Family Swim in the Pool Free Family Activities & Entertainment Face Painters, Balloon Twisters & Crafts New Year’s Countdown & Much More! PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX Enter to WIN our Fantastic Pickering Family Pack! 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday, December 31, 2007 Celebrate WINTER! Celebrate WINTER! We hope you have enjoyed this year’s Celebrate Winter Event Line-up. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Event Sponsors. Pickering Nuclear FREE FAMILY SKATE Thursday, December 27th & Friday, December 28th Wednesday, January 2nd through Friday, January 4th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Pickering Recreation Complex, O’Brien Rink (1867 Valley Farm Road, located between Brock Road and Liverpool Raod just south of Kingston Road. For arena entrance take Diefenbaker Court to rear of Recreation Complex) Free skating sponsored by 905.683.6582 FREE FAMILY SKATE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 11 Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 www.madd-durham.com • 905-576-7473 Durham Region Chapter As we go into 2008, a reminder from the Durham Region Chapter: Sober driving is a year-round responsibility. 250 Westney Rd. S. phone: 905-428-8888 www.acuraeast.comwww.pickeringhonda.com Whites Rd. & 401Whites Rd. & 401 Tel:Tel:905905 831-5400 831-5400 PICKERINGPICKERING 08 ACCORD IS HERE! The Holiday Season is a time to cherish with Friends and Family. Please DON’T Drink and Drive! www.sheridanchev.comwww.sheridanchev.com 1800 Kingston. Rd., Pickering Tel: 905-683-9333 Fax: 905-683-9378 Ready for Test Drive and Delivery! NEW 2008 Malibu NOW IN STOCK! 905-433-2005 or 1-800-439-0339 Professional Designated Driving Service We get you and your vehicle home safely. FB;7I;:EDÊJ:H?DA7D::H?L; KEYS TO US LTD.KEYS TO US LTD. www.keystous.com PONTIAC • BUICK GMC COMMERCIAL TRUCK CENTRE www.boyerpontiac.com PICKERING 715 Kingston Rd. (401 & Whites Rd. Exit) Pickering, Ont. L1V 1A9 Michael Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC (1988) Ltd. Ajax, Pickering: 905-831-2693 Toronto & surrounding areas: 416-798-7989 Oshawa, Whitby: 905-686-5859 Bus: 905.683.6561 Fax: 905.683.8705 BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. SALES • LEASING • SERVICE 301 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario L1S 6M2 www.bissellbuick.com Happy New Year from all the staff at Bruce Bissell Buick Pontiac Ltd! Please Don’t Drink and Drive this Holiday Season! Since 1984 Since 1 9 8 4 Since 1984 Your City ... Your Taxi 24 hr. Computerized Dispatch24 hr. Computerized Dispatch Anywhere / AnytimeAnywhere / Anytime 905-831-2345905-831-234554 Taxis in Pickering 13 Taxis in Ajax DurhamDurham Rapid TaxiRapid Taxi All vehicles to be equipped with GPS tracking soon 2007Diamond Some sobering information is available on the Durham Regional Police and the Ontario Government websites regarding this year’s Festive RIDE campaign and your privilege to drive. The police website can be found at www. drps.ca, under “What’s New” while the government website can be found at www.mto.gov.on.ca/safety/impaired/ breaklaw. Durham Regional Police report that after the fi rst month of their annual campaign, the number of arrests, charges and licence suspensions have increased from last years campaign. 14 more people have been charged criminally this year compared to the same time last year. This represents a 25 % increase. What is even more disturbing is the trend. For several consecutive years, these numbers continue to increase in spite of on-going education and well publicized information campaigns. Despite the many options available, such as public transit, taxis, and designated driver services such as Keys to Us some individuals still choose to not plan ahead or drink in excess of moderation. Simply stated, it takes for the average adult in an evening, more than a drink or two, to blow over. Having a glass of wine during dinner will not normally cause you impairment and will not result in a charge of exceeding the legal limit. The consequences of driving while over the legal limit or refusing to provide a sample of your breath are considerable. Your vehicle is towed at your cost; your licence is automatically suspended by the province for 90 days with an attached reinstatement fee of $150.00. Your name, and the fact that you were charged becomes a matter of public record. If you are a fi rst time offender, upon conviction you face a minimum fi ne of $600.00 plus a further 1 year driving prohibition followed by a year with an ignition interlock device attached to your vehicle. The instalment and service fees for this device are your responsibility. Then there is the Drive Safe Course that you are required to attend at your cost. Your insurance premiums will triple not for one year but three and many companies will decline your business because of the risk Driving Under the Infl uence This Holiday Season The Durham Regional Police are committed to providing quality service in partnership with the community. This column is made possible through the support of a network of individuals and organizations that share a common goal, creating a safer environment to live, work and play in. Help us obtain that goal, think safety fi rst! you now pose. If you’re involved in a collision, any costs related to your vehicle are your responsibility, not your insurer. Most of us have planned on socializing this coming New Years Eve, but have you planned on an alternative to driving home while under the infl uence of alcohol? Make it a safe night, a cheap night, and a pleasant start to the New Year. Don’t become a statistic, and in doing so the life you save may be your own! A reminder that you can have your child’s car seat checked for safety and proper installation by trained volunteers. The inspection is free but requires an appointment. Contact the Health Department at 905-668-7711 ext. 3064 Sergeant Kennaley has been a member of the Police Service for the past 18 years. If you have any questions or require more information, E-mail him at bkennaley@drps.ca PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLYPLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY ADVERTISING FEATURE A message from MADD Durham Region Chapter ... Please call 911 to report suspected impaired drivers, you may save a life! Plan ahead before you celebrate. Keys to Us will get you and your car home safely! Joe Dickson MPP Ajax-Pickering Please drink responsibly! I wish everyone a happy healthy Holiday Season and best wishes for the new year! Best personal regards Joe Dickson MPP Rick Johnson sees what it’s like to rely on a scooter By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — A Pickering council- lor got an eye-opener when he spent an afternoon off his feet recently. “The ability to move around in a wheelchair or scooter is something you can’t talk about until you try it,” said Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson. He travelled through the Pickering Town Centre on a scooter Monday af- ternoon to raise money for the March of Dimes (MOD), a non-profit organiza- tion that offers programs and services for people with physical disabilities. He raised $60 through donations he col- lected in a pail on his scooter at the mall, and donated an extra $500 himself. Ajax Shoppers Home Health Care, where the presentation took place, rounded it up to $600. “It was very generous of him to donate so much of his time to go to Pickering Town Centre to do that,” said Sheila Case- more, MOD manager of group develop- ment and support. Joe Millage, director of government relations and business development for Shoppers Home Health Care (which works in conjunction with the MOD), said he chose Coun. Johnson for the event because he cares about the com- munity and communicates well with others. Coun. Johnson said he was very impressed with the PTC’s accessibility and noted some of the people he met at the mall using similar mobility devices go there specifically for its easy access. “A lot live in Scarborough and come to Pickering Town Centre because of its accessibility,” he said. One obstacle he faced was not in the mall, but in the stores themselves. “When I went into some of the stores, the shelving and the way the clothes racks are, they don’t leave enough space in a lot of situations for people to get through in the actual internal store,” he said. But, he said staff were overall “very accommodating. 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Winter Programs – Begin January 2008 Youth & Adult Learn to Skate, Hockey Tips for Tots, Hockey Fundamentals, Powerskating & Hockey Skills, Adult & Ladies Only Hockey Development, Weekday Learn to Skate & Hockey Tips for Tots, Private Lessons PA Day Hockey Camps Feb. 1, 5, 15, April 18, 25, May 16 Kawartha, Northumberland & Clarington Catholic, Durham District & Durham Catholic School Boards Christmas Camps – Jan. 2-4, 2008 Powerskating & Hockey Skills, High Performance Hockey Skills, Learn to Skate & Hockey Tips for Tots Mini Camps March Break Camps – Mar. 10-14, 2008 Powerskating & Hockey Skills, High Performance Hockey Skills, Learn to Skate & Hockey Tips for Tots Mini Camps THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Generous donation AJAX — The Recreation and Tenant Association of Ashley Manor donated toys and food to the Salvation Army to help with the Christmas season. Suzanne Badger, the association presi- dent, makes the donation to Greg McInnes, the lead pastor of the Salvation Army. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo The real Christmas story PICKERING — Jesse Clarke, right, helps to present the ‘real story of Christmas’ during the Children’s Christmas Pageant at St. Paul’s-on-the-Hill Anglican Church.Did we mention it’s addictive?Play SUDOKU online at durhamregion.com Shannon and Erica pack their belongings and have left their home the community helped build By Chris Hall chall@durhamregion.com SCUGOG — The self-proclaimed ‘Home Of Angels’ has lost two of its most well- known tenants. While a stone block in the front of a beau- tiful brick home on Rose Street in Manches- ter offers a hint at its inhabitants, those same ‘angels’ have packed their belongings and left the family home. As of last weekend, Shannon and Erica Deering’s address now reads Old Simcoe Road, where the two sisters have relocated, courtesy of their mother, Deborah, who pur- chased a new home for them, after bumping heads too many times with their father. Left paralyzed after an August 2004 ac- cident, the sisters returned to their home community months later after lengthy stays in hospital and a Toronto-area rehabilitation centre. Once home, they found out first-hand what kind of caring community Scugog is as friends and strangers contributed thousands of dollars for their care. As well, part of those funds went towards the construction of a new wheelchair-accessible family home at 3 Rose St., where the family had previously owned a home. However, as of last weekend, friction be- tween sisters Shannon, 22, and Erica, 19, and their father Tony prompted the pair, along with Shannon’s boyfriend Trevor Doan, to pack their items and depart for Port Perry’s western edge. The story between the two sides rings like a typical family squabble. Mr. Deering, who quit his job after the 2004 accident to dedicate his life to helping his daughters, says that he has two simple rules for those who live under his roof, and they were not adhered to. He says his relationship with his daughters was strained, particularly with Shannon, before he flew off to China last month to marry a woman he met in the Far East last year while the girls were undergo- ing controversial stem cell surgery. Upon his return, things started to go awry between Mr. Deering and Shannon, a problem that was compounded by financial stress. The result was a blow-up between the two in the basement, a falling-out that led to the girls’ departure last Saturday. “I’m just heartbroken,” he said earlier this week after a whirlwind 18 days saw the break-up of his family. As for the future of the home, which was built partially through the countless dona- tions of the Scugog community, Mr. Deering says he’s not ready to place a for-sale sign on his front lawn. If he can’t reconcile with his daughters, which he still hopes is possible, Mr. Deering says he may consider opening the home up to another family which needs a wheelchair accessible home. “If it comes to selling the house, then we’ll end up selling the house... (but) I’ve put my heart and soul into this house for all the right reasons,” he says. “There’s a lot of wonderful memories attached to 3 Rose St. and there’s also been tragedy as well.” AJAX 905-428-1659 29 Harwood Ave. S. PICKERING 905-509-3622 375 KINGSTON RD. 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S., OSHAWA AT 11:00 AM EARN 2 CREDITS TOWARDS YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA • Entry Level Employment in Hospitality Careers • Food Handling and Kitchen Skills • Math Refresher and Computer Upgrading • Job Readiness COME TO THE FREE INFORMATION SESSION durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 Change of address for Deering sisters NO INTEREST NO PAYMENTS TIL APRIL 2008 O.A.C. BOXING WEEK SALE! BOSCH CANOPY HOOD • 600 CFM • 30” Hood Lighting $499Reg. $1299 60 %OFF (BLACK ONLY) LIMITED QUANTITY FRIDGE & FREEZER COMBINATION • 17 cu. ft. fridge • 17 cu. ft. freezer • Decorated cantilever glass shelves • Ice maker ready $1999 BOSCH DRYER Purchase a Bosch Nexxt™ gas dryer and you’ll experience advanced laundry care that treats your clothes as gently as a professional cleaner with equally impressive results. $599Reg. $1299 50 %OFF 30” STEEL BOSCH RANGE • 4.6 cu. ft. Oven Capacity • Duel Fuel • 8 Pass Concealed Bake Elements • Variable Self Cleaning • Convection • 10 Pass Broil $1999Dual Fuel Bosch Range BLOMBERG DISHWASHER • Condensation Drying • NSF Certifi ed Cycles • Two-Pump Motor $449 AFTER MAIL-IN REBATE FOR THE WAY IT’S MADE.® PURCHASE SELECT NEW KITCHENAID® APPLIANCES AND RECEIVE UP TO $1,550 MAIL-IN REBATE REBATE SALE ENDS DEC. 31/07 KITCHENAID WARMING DRAWER • KitchenAid Architect Series • Stainless steel $599Reg. $1199 SAVE $600 KITCHENAID PROFESSIONAL RANGE • 36 Inch Width • 6 Burners • True Convection Oven • Duel Fuel • 15,000 BTU Professional Burners $3999 Plus applicable rebates Plus applicable rebates U-LINE BEVERAGE CENTRE • Push Button Digital Control • Multiple Temperature Zones • Adjustable On/Off Interior Light • Tinted, Thermal Glass Door • Maple-Trimmed Wine Racks • Stainless Steel • Sabbathe Mode $1299 Reg. $1699 SAVE $400 Gas Dryer SAVE $600 Reg. $2699 White Only Reg. $599 1*$,&3*/(.*44*44"6(" NO INTEREST NO PAYMENTS TIL APRIL 2008 O.A.C. Reg. $7999 NOT EXACTLY AS SHOWN SAVE $4000 ÜÜ̜ܰÌ>>««ˆ>˜Vi°V> /"/Ê- ,6 /"/Ê-6 - /"/Ê-/- /" 1*$,&3*/( ,JOHTUPO3E )XZ 1JDLFSJOH1LXZ 5PUBM5PUBM "QQMJBODF"QQMJBODFE3LDPS#.*44*44"6(" %VOEBT4U& 2&8 2VFFOTXBZ&E3FJYJ%ZB8OPUSBI85PUBM5PUBM "QQMJBODF"QQMJBODF MMB.UTF8*  ,   0ICKERING0KWY 0ICKERING /NTARIO 0HONE -)33)33!5'! $UNDAS3T% -ISSISSAUGA /NTARIO 0HONE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com Fire, police officials urge winter enthusiasts on the ice By Chris Hall chall@durhamregion.com SCUGOG — It is, says Scugog’s top fire of- ficial, better to be safe than sorry. And when it comes to the frozen surface of Lake Scugog, that would be the best spot to apply that logic, said Richard Miller, the municipality’s fire chief. “No ice is safe ice,” stressed the chief repeat- edly, refusing to speculate on the thickness of the ice which has covered Lake Scugog over the past few weeks or so. “We never tell people where to go on the ice and when to go on,” said Chief Miller. “It’s never a safe place.” So far, the winter of 2007 has been a stark contrast to that of a year before. By this time in 2006, Scugog had yet to see a significant snow fall that left the white stuff on the ground and ice on the lake was only a dream for fishing and snowmobiling enthusiasts. As a result, continued Chief Miller, the me- diocre cold snap that has held the township in its grasp for the past few weeks has allowed fire officials to relax a touch. “It’s not as bad as last year with the nervous- ness (about the lake) because we’ve had a good, quick freeze,” said the chief. “It’s not like last year when people were just waiting for it to freeze... it wasn’t until January when it froze and everyone wanted on it right away.” According to The Weather Network, tem- peratures are expected to bounce back and forth over the freezing mark into at least early January -- a forecast the fire chief says won’t quite cut it when it comes to safe ice. “Wait until it gets a lot colder and continues to be cold,” said Chief Miller, those words being the closest he would come to offering advice. “No ice is safe ice and I can’t tell people what to do, but it is something with which they should be concerned,” he said. As for the Durham police force, officers have rolled out their winter enforcement unit. Start- ing earlier this month, officers on snowmobiles and all-terrain-vehicles (ATVs) have been pa- trolling the area, on the lookout for those driv- ing unsafely as well as those who have enjoyed too much booze. “We’re going to be out in full- force,” says Inspector Bruce Townley, the top officer at the North Durham division. “People can be assured that we’ll be out there.” It’s believed, said the inspector, that those units will be on patrol most weekday evenings as well as throughout the weekends. While the lake is currently covered in snow, riders are also warned the blanket of white stuff actually works against the thickening of the ice, making travelling on the frozen surface even more of a hazard. Better safe than sorry this winter on Lake Scugog Sunday, December 30 Preview 9:30 A.M. Auction 11:00 A.M. The Life Long Collection of Edna Wallhead of Barrie, Ontario A Fine Quality Auction of Art Glass, Furniture, Porce- lain & Silver Antique & Decorative Furniture to include: Numerous Oriental Carpets, Victorian Mahogany Sideboard, Crank Dining Table & Chairs, Desk, Writing Table, Vic- torian Walnut Framed Settee, 4 Oak Stacking Bookcas- es, Chinese Inlaid Lacquer Cabinet, 5 Inlaid Bow Front French Display Cabinets (of various sizes), Pair of In- laid Ormolu Mounted Console Tables, Inlaid Parlour Table, Oak Dining Room Suite, 4 Poster Double Bed, Inlaid Mahogany Dining Table, Corner Cabinet, Enter- tainment Unit, Several Side Tables & Chairs, Lamps, Brass Light Fixtures, Mirrors, Prints & Paintings. Important Collection of Victorian Art Glass to include: Cranberry Glass, Wavecrest, Epergnes, Baskets, Jugs, Boxes & Scent Bottles. Signed Art Glass to include Galle Vase, Oil Lamps, Porcelain to include Vienna, Copenhagen, Limoges, Numerous European & Eng- lish Factories. Large Selection of Sterling, Silverplate & Jewellery. Dinner Services, Royal Worcester, Figurines to include Doulton & Continental Porcelain. One of our best auctions of the year - not to be missed. Indoor Yard Sale: Sunday @ 9:30 A.M. For details and photo gallery go to www.waddingtons.ca/brighton Terms Cash,Visa, MC, Debit, Cheque with I.D., Lunch Counter 101 Applewood Drive, Brighton, ON KOK 1HO Phone 1-613-475-6223 AUCTION SALE Sunday Dec 30th, 9:00am (viewing 8:00am) (Re-Scheduled from Dec. 16th, note early start) MacGREGOR AUCTIONS, Orono Take 115 Hwy to Main St. Orono exit & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Our last sale for 2007 features a large quality selection of antiques, collectables, glass & china, original oil painting of "Bobby Orr" by Bob Hanna, linens, fishing items, old & new dolls & clothing, vintage clothing, jewelry, tools, old pictures, chairs, tables, settee, dining room sets (circ. 20's & 50's), plus many more rare, unique & useful articles. See:www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com Terms:(Cash, Visa, M/C, & Interac) 5% Buyers premium MacGREGOR AUCTIONS 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 EXCELLENT ESTATE AUCTION - NEW YEARS DAY - TUESDAY JAN 1, 11:00AM at Warner’s Auction Hall, Hwy#2 Colborne for the estate of the late Mr. & Mrs. Sadage of Grafton, exceptional Gibbard solid cherry bedroom suite with 4 poster queen size bed, highboy chest, dresser with mirror, night stands complete with box & matt all like new an immaculate suite, also excellent 10 pc dining room suite ext. table w/2 leaves, 6 chairs, attractive buffet hutch and matching server also all like new with applied carvings, antique oak sideboard w/bevelled mirror in excellent condition, 2 drawer chest of silverware, excellent trilite, several small book cases with a large quantity of books, pine sewing stand, set 6 stencil backed chairs 1 arm - 6 sides, all original, excellent 2 section oak bookcase, compo- nent stereo complete w/glass door stand, antique oak desk, antique Gibbard ladies roll top desk, antique solid walnut Gibbard gate leg table, brand new TV never used, walnut chest on chest needs refin- ishing, other dressers & chests, Dunken Phyfe drop leaf table, an- tique oak chair, quantity dishes, antique & collectible pcs, single & double beds, unusual table lamp, small chest freezer, good chain saw, quantity small hand & power tools, old wooden boxes, several crocks, fancy dishes, crystal pcs, stemware, silver overlay, flo blue plate, Beswick horse other figurines including Royal Doulton, quan- tity cups & saucers, ornate pair wall scones, quantity everyday dishes, pots, pans, etc., bedding & linens, occasional chairs, lamps, pictures, plus countless other things found around this old home as we are still packing up. Terms - cash, cheque,Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E.Warner - 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com ANTIQUE AUCTION SALE Haydon Auction Barn, 2498 Con Rd 8, Haydon ON New Years Day Jan 1 at 10 am 1800’s Antiques & Collectibles/Private Estate:Horse Cutter, º Cut Oak Hall Stand, Side by Side Bow Front/ Lead Glass Door, Bow Front Curio Cabinet, Gate Leg Drop Leaf Table, Drop Leaf Table/2 Drawers, º Cut Oak Sec. 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The money is part of a settlement with Vrancor Development Corpo- ration after the company cut down dozens of trees on the property next to the site, on Chambers Drive. Jeff Stewart, the Town’s manager of operations and environmental services, recently told council’s gen- eral government committee the do- nation is “unconditional.” He said about 50 trees would be planted in each of the four wards in Ajax, most likely in the spring. Mayor Steve Parish noted the money is “basically compensation to the Town for the removal of the trees.” He added it has nothing to do with any possible issue between the company and the provincial minis- try of transportation (MOT), which owns the land where the trees were cut. Mr. Stewart said the issue be- tween the company and the MOT is “under litigation.” The trees would be about 10-feet (three metres) high and 40 mm to 50 mm (1.5 to two inches) in diameter. Native species, Carolinian where possible, will be planted, Mr. Stew- art said. 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Moore, of Port Perry, has been performing as Elvis since 2003 when he entered and wowed the crowd at the Collingwood Elvis Festival. Jes- some, of Courtice, has been appear- ing as Orbison for 13 years, travel- ling world wide and also producing tribute shows locally. It’s been five years since Begley first appeared as Elvis. “I didn’t try to get into it,” Moore, originally a writer and documentary producer, said of his tribute career. “It just happened.” He’d sung a song to his wife on their honeymoon. She liked it and, on hearing of the Elvis festival in Collingwood four years ago, sug- gested he enter. He hasn’t stopped singing In The Key Of Elvis, the name of his company, since. “I do this for a living now. The why now is, to be honest, the effect it has on people. At a show last week, this big burly guy came up to me and said ‘Ron, you just brought tears to my eyes. You brought back so many memories. Thanks, buddy.’” “I’ve always been a big fan of Roy Orbison,” said Jessome, who is ac- claimed as the one of the best Or- bison tribute artists by none other than Sam Orbison, Roy’s brother. Jessome had been in bands “ever since I could remember” and often covered Orbison’s standards. On a visit to Las Vegas, he saw some tribute shows and decided to tack- le Orbison. His act really took off when Sam Orbison heard him. To- gether they tour with the Roy Orbi- son Story, throughout Canada, the United States, Europe and last year Australia. Jessome also appears at and arranges regular tribute dinner shows at Hilltop Banquet Hall in Courtice. For Begley, it was a matter of cheering up his mother. “I’ve always been a fan of Elvis,” he said. “My mother was a big fan too.” When his stepfather died five years ago, Begley decided to learn some Elvis songs and sing them to his mom. He succeeded and had such fun, he decided he wanted to keep doing it. He’s been appearing at pri- vate and corporate functions and the odd festival ever since and has now added Holly to his repertoire. Son Jackson got involved after his dad heard him singing along in the car, note and word perfect. Both per- form Elvis material from the 50s but Begley also does later Elvis songs. Moore appears regularly at Class Act Dinner Theatre in Whitby (Feb. 1 is the next date) and tours Canada and the United States too, singing Elvis songs from the 1950s, from his many movies, his gospel songs and a few from Elvis’s Las Vegas years. Each summer, he packs peo- ple into Memorial Park in Oshawa for his shows in the Concert in the Park series there. “For me, there’s only one Elvis. I don’t try to be like him. We’re very fortunate that we can ride on his star. For me, it’s not about trying to be like Elvis. I’ll never be 6 feet tall. I’ll never be a pretty boy. It’s really fan driven. I take this very seriously. My goal is to give people the best show they can possibly see and hear, whether it’s Elvis or Ron Moore.” It’s a serious job for Jessome, too. “I like the satisfaction of doing a good job, to pay respect to the artist. I love doing it. I love the audience reaction,” he said. “The fan reaction has been really brilliant. I try to stay as close to the character and the look as I can. But I’m not Roy and I never will be. But I do the best that I can.” Begley, who prefers to be known as an Elvis impersonator, said Elvis fans “are very appreciative. People love Elvis and they thank you for performing it. Just to see smiles on people’s faces is great.” He and Jackson will be per- forming Jan. 13 in a People’s Choice Elvis show to benefit the Alzheimer Soci- ety of Durham at the Simcoe Street South, Oshawa, Legion Hall. They won’t be competing, though, since Begley has organized the show. Tickets are $25 and are available at 905-576-7647 or by e-mailing james. begley@rogers.com. For more information on Moore, go to www.inthekeyofelvis.com. For Jessome, go to www.ber- niejessome.com. For Begley, it’s www.jamesbegley.ca. AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo She’s an artsy girl PICKERING — Kirsten Hering, a Grade 12 student at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School, showed her photographs in the Xenon Grade 12 Student Film Fest and Media Arts Showcase held at the school recently. ‘For me, there’s only one Elvis. I don’t try to be like him. We’re very fortunate that we can ride on his star.’ RON MOORE Staging a tribute durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 22 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 James Begley Jackson Begley ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT entertainmentdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 28, 2007 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com ANNANDALEANNANDALE CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 www.toronto.com/annandale New Years Eve“Little Caesar & the Consuls $85Dinner Dance Show For reservations please call 905-683-3210 all inclusive City, club honour soccer icon Pickering’s Village East park pitches now Chris Graham Soccer Fields By Al Rivett arivett@durhamegion.com PICKERING — Although his fields are silent and snow-cov- ered now, they’ll again be bustling with young soccer players in the spring. And, the sight of children on the soccer pitch enjoying the sweet game would, no doubt, make Chris Graham’s day. On a cold, late autumn morn- ing on Dec. 6, family, friends and dignitaries gathered on a field at Village East Community Park to reflect upon and to honour the man who devoted a lifetime to youth soccer in the city. There, Pickering Soccer Club executives and Mayor Dave Ryan named the soccer pitches at the park in memory of Graham -- a long-time soccer coach, referee and admin- istrator in the city. Henceforth, the soccer fields in the park, on Pickering Parkway near Brock Road, will be known as the Chris Gra- ham Soccer Fields. For Colin Brown, the thought of his friend of more than 20 years being remembered in such an eloquent way brought a hint of tears to his eyes. “He would be sitting up there in a big chair... and he would be proud,” says Brown in a recent interview. “I believe Barb (his wife) and the boys (Michael, Kevin, Jeff) would be deeply honoured.” Graham died on Jan. 5 at age 51 following a courageous battle with cancer. He left behind a 20-plus year legacy of in- volvement that stretched beyond the Pickering Soccer Club and into Durham Region soc- cer, where he served in a number of roles, in- cluding president, vice- president and treasurer of the Durham Region Soccer Association. Since Graham’s death, Pickering Soccer Club president Carl Pearce says he and the club’s executive have discussed ways to properly honour Graham and his contribution to the club. It was decided to name one of its soccer fields in Gra- ham’s honour, as well as to establish a scholar- ship in his name. “Chris embodied a great spirit and love for the game of soccer and for the commu- nity he served. During Chris’s years with the club, he mentored many youth and volunteers and sometimes unbe- knownst to him, many youth found a spirit in Chris that ignited their own love for the game of soccer,” says Pearce. “Thanks to the support of the City of Pickering, Chris’s memory and life-long commitment to soccer will carry on and continue to impact the lives of Pickering youth.” The first recipient of the Chris Graham Schol- arship Award, Joseph De Benedictis, is thrilled to receive the award. He noted that it’s extra special as he was once coached by Graham. Moreover, his father and Graham became friends through their involvement in soc- cer. “My dad and Chris were friends even before they coached my team. Chris would always brighten the mood with a joke. He always gave me a good laugh along with soccer tips to improve my game,” says De Benedictis. “Receiving this schol- arship in his name is an absolute honour.” Brown says his friend was well- known in soccer circles in the re- gion, having met through soccer when they were coaches of op- posing house league teams in the under-nine division playoffs more than 20 years ago. “Very few people in Pickering or in Durham didn’t know the name Chris Graham,” says Brown. “He had been synonymous with Pickering soccer for a long time.” And, although Graham was heavily involved in the executive side of the Pickering Soccer Club between 1980 and 2005, Brown explains it was the grassroots of the game that gave him the most enjoyment. “He had a real rapport with the kids. He would walk through a mall and he’d get ‘Hey, coach’. He’d look around and would have no idea who it was.” “He wanted them to all have fun and enjoy the experience of play- ing soccer,” adds Brown. Brown says on numerous occa- sions Graham would single-hand- edly organize tournaments for the kids, pointing to one particular Ontario Cup tournament he pulled together without a hitch. Outside of the Pickering Soccer Club, Graham was a driving force on the board of the Durham Boys’ Soccer League, having served on the first board since the league’s inception 10 years ago. Ted Faulkner, president of the DBSL, says Graham recognized some of the Durham clubs didn’t have enough teams to play ‘in house’ at certain ages and some clubs also wanted a place to de- velop their players and give them a taste for what competitive soccer would be like. “Chris helped create that place,” says Faulkner, who took over as Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Joseph DeBenedictis, left, was presented the Chris Graham Scholarship by Pickering Soccer Club head coach Tony La Ferrara at the unveiling of the re-named Chris Graham Soccer Fields recently. The fields at Village East Community Park honour a coach, referee and administrator who was involved with the Pickering Soccer Club for more than 20 years. Colin Brown Carl Pearce Chris Graham ‘He would be sitting up there in a big chair...and he would be proud. I believe Barb (his wife) and the boys would be deeply honoured.’ COLIN BROWN ✦ See Soccer, Page 27 At the top looking down Lords volleyball programs sit in first heading into 2008 DURHAM — The view from the top of the heap is a good one for the volleyball programs at Durham Col- lege. Heading into the Christmas break, both Gord Williamson’s men’s team and Stan Marchut’s women’s team find themselves sitting pretty in first place in their respective Central East divisions. At 7-1 with 14 points, the women hold a four point advantage over the second place Seneca Sting. Under the leadership of Marchut, the Lords have established them- selves as an elite program in OCAA women’s volleyball, having walked away with the regional crown three of the last four years, while going on to pick up back-to-back medals at the provincial championships from 2003-04 to 2004-05, and they appear to be well on their way to adding to those totals this year. The Lords picked up wins in their first seven matches. Against Cen- tral East opponents, Durham has dropped only one set en route to a 5-0 regional record. The only blem- ish came against the East Region Algonquin Thunder, who rallied past Durham 3-0 in the final game before the break. While the mainstays of the pro- gram, Cheryl Silva and Karlene Rise- brough-Barnes, put forth their ex- pected effort, newcomer Stephanie Femia of Newcastle has made her presence felt as well. Kristen Connor and Amanda Fal- zon of Whitby, Ajax’s Amanda Doris and London’s Carli Bouma round out the Lords’ starting lineup. The second half kicks off Jan. 4 as they host the annual Killer Instinct Cup at the college. After that, the Lords will hit the road for five of their remaining seven games with hopes of holding onto first place. Meanwhile, Williamson’s crew, at 4-3, sit tied for first place with the Cambrian Golden Shield, only a half-game ahead of third place Sen- eca. In one sense, the Lords are a lit- tle fortunate to be in such a lofty position as they failed to capitalize on playing five of their first seven games on home floor. After winning their first two games, inconsistency dogged them up until the break. 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In lieu of flowers a donation to the Kidney Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. A Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca HAUBER, Sigmar - Sig passed away suddenly on December 23rd 2007 in his seventy-eighth year. Sig emigrated to Canada after finishing his apprenticeship as a Tool & Die maker with Heinkel Flugzeugwerke in Germany. Although he spoke no English, he quickly got a job and saved enough to purchase passage to Canada on the Stockholm for his fiancee, Inge. While his first love was his family, he had a passion for the aerospace industry. He joined Dowty Aero- space as a machinist in 1960 and worked his way up the corporate ladder ulti- mately reaching the position of VP Aerospace. After his retirement in 1995, Sig devoted the remainder of his life to caring for his wife. He spent most of his summers with his family at their cottage on Lake Kashwakamak. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Inge, his son Derek Hauber, daughter-in-law Alice Hogg and grandson Nathan Hauber. He is also survived by his sister Lore Zube and his nieces Ann Zube and Tina McCann. Sig had a unique spirit that touched those who knew him. Friends and family will be invited to a memorial gathering at a future date to celebrate Sig's life. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. LEES, David,age 77 years - Passed away suddenly at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Friday, December 21, 2007. Beloved partner of Carol Nangreaves. Dear father of Wendy Lees & Fred Mutz; John Lees & Allie Mackay; and step- daughter Linda & Brian Sepetis. Loving grandfather of Sam, Ian, Tammy, Kar- en, Chris and great-grandfather of Madison. A Memorial Gathering will be held at THE NORTHCUTT ELLIOTT FUNERAL HOME 53 Division St. N. Bowman- ville on Thursday December 27, 2007 at 1 pm. Donations in David's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. www.northcuttelliott.com MCKAY, Rev. Dr. William Angus, M.A., Ph. D. April 27, 1914 - December 27, 2007. Bill died peacefully at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry. Bill was born in Winnipeg, the eldest son of Douglas and Isobel McKay. He is survived by his loving wife, Melba, and his four children: William (Sally Tufts), Elspeth (Paul Deir), Roderick (Marlene Misuida) and Catherine (Marvin Ste- venson); and their children: Megan, Benjamin, Kristen, Andrew, Matthew, Peter, Emily, Jordan, Alex and James; and great grandchildren Ewan, Flavie, Anna, Carter and Jacob. Bill leaves his brother Donald (Thel- ma); sister-in-law Doreen; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Elspeth Jean and her husband Nevile Lister, and his brother Selkirk James McKay. Bill was a musician, scholar, clergyman, flying in- structor, bomber pilot, community activist, university professor, farmer, and lov- ing husband, parent and grandparent. Bill's education began in Kildonan school, and continued in theology at United College, Winnipeg. It was at university that he met Melba Gishler. Bill worked with others in the United Church to alleviate the effects of the Great Depression in Winnipeg, also ministering to congrega- tions at Hudson and Lac Seul First Nation. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1940. Bill and Melba were married in June of 1941. During the Second World War, Bill served as a flying instructor, with Coastal Command in Britain and in Bombay, India, as part of 203 Squadron, RAF. After the war, he earned his M.A. and Ph.D. at University of Toronto. He served at Leaside and Dunbar- ton-Fairport United Churches, and later taught history at Scarborough College. After retiring, Bill planted an orchard near Port Perry. Bill used his skills and common sense to improve every community in which he lived, putting up a skating rink at Hudson; rebuilding Dunbarton Church after a fire; fundraising for Port Perry Hospital and other projects. He served on school boards in Pickering Township; wrote a history of Pickering Township and was a founder of the Pick- ering Township Museum as well as the United Church retreat, Five Oaks. Bill was a musician all his life. He strove to bring fine music to all members of his rural churches, while singing in choirs, teaching piano and violin and playing in a recorder group. Bill built and launched his first boat on the Red River as a teenager and enjoyed sailing for decades. Bill McKay had many talents: he could fix a carburetor, play a Bach partita, write a history book or take a grand- child for an ice cream cone. 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Available immediately. Non smoker. (905)999-3312. $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $1097/MONTH,0 Down gives you ownership, NOT Rent, for this immaculate 3 bedroom home. (OAC) Includes Mortgage, Taxes, Heat, Hydro, Water and 4 appliances. WHY RENT? Require good credit, and family income of $40,000 per year. Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 AJAX, 3-BEDROOM bungalow, Harwood/401, main floor. Available Immediately. No smoking/pets. $1300/month. Includes utilities, cable, internet, parking. (905)239-3777 or www.colleenwarner.com/rental.htm for details and pictures. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in Oshawa. Centrally located. Close to schools, shopping, 401, bus route. Available Jan 1st. 1st & Last and references required. $1200 + Utilities. Full house with garage. Call for an appointment. Day: 905-728-9380 After 4:30pm: 905-260-9900. 3-BDRM SEMI, OSHAWA,close to all amenities/401/Oshawa Cen- tre, 5-appliances, large fenced yard. $1225/mo+ utilities. First/last, references. Avail. mid December. 905-725-9485 AJAX 3 BED main floor semi, Tulloch Dr., 1,012-sq ft., bright, own laundry, hardwood, fenced yard, no smoking/subletting. Pets Ok. References/credit check mandatory. No time wasters. $1050/month plus 60% utilities. Avail. immediately. Call 416-737- 8045 LOCATION, LOCATION,LOCA- TION. 3+1 Bedroom Bungalow on huge treed lot with ample amount of parking and steps to all amenities. Don't miss this rare opportunity, Only $2000.00+ Call Jennise Today (905) 697-8261. NORTH OSHAWA 5 Bedroom! Close to hospital, schools & tran- sit. Formal living room w/fire- place. 5 appliances, family friend- ly. $1485 plus utilities. (416)724- 9555 OSHAWA CENTER LOCATION (Cartier Ave) - Newly renovated 3-bdrm bungalow, finished basement, schools/transit within walking distance, no smok- ing/pets, $1250+ utilities, 905- 721-1528 references required. OSHAWA CENTRE AREA, 4- bedroom, upper level of executive home. 2.5 bath, with double car garage. Available Feb 1st/08. $1400/month, plus 2/3 utilities. Barry (416)676-5797 or Ron (905)436-9721. OSHAWA THORNTON/ADE- LAIDE 2 bedroom extra clean ex- cellent neighbourhood with walk- out deck main floor only. includes appliances plus laundry. no pets/smoking. $1145/inclusive. Available immediately. (905)706- 2200. OSHAWA, (WAVERLY NORTH) (308 Inverness Dr.) Gorgeous de- tached 3 level backsplit, 3-bed- room in Annapolis Valley. Aprrox. 1800sq.ft. $1300+ utilties. Febru- ary 1st. (905)213-5312 PICKERING Hwy 2/Brock 3 bdrm. house, 2-1/2 baths, bright, clean, 5 appliances, a/c. No smoking/pets. $1,450/mo inclu- sive. 905-428-2015. WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM main floor, $1400/month, includes utilities, cable & laundry. No pets/smoking, close to shopping & schools. References required. (905)683-6863 AJAX, Church/Delaney. 4-bdrm townhouse, 2-1/2 baths, 4 appli- ances, a/c, fin. bsmt. $1495/month + utilities. No smoking/pets. Available Jan 1st. Call 416-399-1797. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca OSHAWA, SIMCOE/TAUNTON. Executive 4-bedroom bungalow townhouse w/loft. 3 baths, fire- place, c/a, c/vac, 5-appliances, window coverings. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. January 1st. Suits working persons. $1600/mo+ heat/hydro. (905)720-1533, (905)767-5839 SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM town- house condo, finished walkout basement, single car garage, lo- cated in desirable north Oshawa. close to all amenities,. $975 per mo. plus utilities. (905)725-9991. TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca WHITBY 3 bedroom townhome available immediately. $1015. + utilities. Rent includes appl. and parking. Call 905-666-1074 or 905-556-0455. WHITBY, Taunton/Brock (Wil- liamsburg). 3-bdrm townhouse, 1-1/2 baths, a/c, c-vac, 5-appli- ances, fenced backyard, close to many schools, no pets/smoking. $1800/mo inclusive. Avail. imme- diate. (905)430-1893, (905)442- 1550 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT $600/month includes all utilities. Kingston Rd. Pickering. Close to all amenities, Immediate. Share kitchen. (905)426-2314 leave voice mail. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, bedr/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. 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Queen $295. 647- 271-5483 AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3-rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail. Call Sam (905)686-1772 EPPS INDUSTRIAL PRESSURE WASHER 3500 P.S.I., 220 volt, 100 ft of hose, 2 wands, 1 brush, asking $600. Call Ray at 905- 349-3541, leave message. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 28, 2007, PAGE 25 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Fi n a l W e e k e n d ! 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