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Flea markets closed but clients still visit PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Signs still hanging at the Metro East Trade Centre may be confus- ing the public, says Bill McLean. “People came to the trade centre on the weekend not knowing it was closed,” said Pickering’s Ward 2 City councillor. He asked staff at Monday’s council meeting if the City could put up signs “to advise people we are try- ing to work on a solution”. The trade centre, which had housed the Pickering Markets since 1985, officially closed its doors Jan. 26. The dismantling of the centre began Feb. 1 to make room for a future Sam’s Club and several other big box stores. The market’s 350 vendors are still negotiating a tempo- rary location until a new home can be built at Squires Beach Road and Bayly Street for occupation in Au- gust. Coun. McLean asked if the City could strike a commit- tee to help the vendors pro- mote their new location. “That’s a private responsi- bility for the property owner to pursue any signage, not the City,” said Mayor Wayne Arthurs. New shelter chooses name, executive director BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——When the first shelter for abused women in west Durham opens this fall, it could be full almost imme- diately, says the new execu- tive director of the Ajax Pick- ering Women’s Centre. “The demand is incredible,” said Catherine Carney White. Having spearheaded the construction of Interim Place in Mississauga last July, Ms. Carney White said that new shelter opened its doors on a Monday. By the Tuesday, there were no longer any va- cancies. “A lot of women stay in abu- sive relationships because they feel there are no options available to them,” she ex- plained. “They want to stay within their own communi- ties.” Ms. Carney White, who emigrated from Scotland in 1969, has been in social work for 15 years. After studying for her master’s degree in social work in Trinidad, she re- turned to Canada in 2000, where she has been oversee- ing two shelters in Missis- sauga up until now. “While I was working in shelters, I became aware of the Gillian Hadley inquest and I’ve watched the progress of the new shelter here,” she said. “When I heard they were looking for a new executive di- rector, I was instantly inter- ested.” One of her first assign- ments was helping the Ajax Pickering Women’s Centre (APWC) pick a name. They decided on ‘Herizon House’. “We wanted something that says very clearly this is for women,” said Ms. Carney White. “At the same time, it’s a symbol of looking forward.” The shelter begins offering services in early February on an outreach basis to women living in abusive relationships. “If we find women in dan- gerous situations, we will refer them to another shelter,” ex- plained Ms. Carney White. “If they’re not ready to leave, we offer a safety plan for them- selves and their children. We also offer transitional housing and help in connecting to legal services.” The new executive director said the APWC is working with other women’s centres in Durham to standardize their levels of services. She also wants APWC to get out into the community more to pro- mote awareness and eventu- ally offer second-stage hous- ing for women after they leave the shelter. But first things first, the APWC hopes to have Herizon House ready by the end of September, said Ms. Carney White, who is fully aware of the delays the shelter has faced since the idea was first pushed in 2000. “I don’t think we would have come this far without the support of the communi- ty,” she said. STILL RUNNING Local hurdler sets the pace for 2003 Sports, 11 WHEELS... Subaru tries on WRX for size Pullout section NATURE LOVER Flowers and seascapes help local artist explore her passion Entertainment, 10 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 36 PAGES ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND TALK ‘TIL YOU DROP *After $50 mail in rebate. Rebate applied as credit on future Rogers AT&T monthly invoice. Offer applies on new activations on 24-month term starting from $25 monthly service fee. †Phone price subject to activation on new 24-month term. 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Mr. Cave, who apparently suffered a heart attack two weeks prior to his death, was found dead by his landlord under suspicious circum- stances. He was bound by hand- cuffs and his neck was wrapped in clear tape. His blue 1994 Saturn and credit card also were missing from the home. While an autopsy failed to identify the exact cause of death, police are certain Mr. Cave died of “complications as a result of being forcibly confined,” said Detective Rolf Kluem of the Homicide Unit. “He was a victim of appar- ent robbery, that is our theo- ry. There was some violence associated with his death,” Det. Kluem said, without elaborating. He added, “I don’t believe there was a sex- ual component to the of- fence.” Despite the arrest in the case, police are still waiting on further tests to explain all the factors that contributed to Mr. Cave’s death, Det. Kluem said. Mr. Cave was divorced and A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Catherine Carney White, the new executive director of the west Durham women’s shelter currently being established, has an ambi- tious agenda and plenty of work to do. She notes the demand for a shelter in this end of the region is ‘incredible’. Pickering ‘A’ reactor gets fired up in July New era on the Herizon for abused women Confusing signs of the times Officials say nuclear restart will come as heat hits BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Pickering ‘A’ nuclear reactor restart should come just in time for the summer season, says an Ontario Power Generation official. The first reactor on the Pickering Nuclear Generat- ing Station’s ‘A’ side is on track for a return to commer- cial service at the beginning of July, Pat McNeil, senior Internet connection led to death PPAATT MMccNNEEIILL ‘We thought it would be six months. It ended up being 28 months.’ Andrew Iwanowski/ News Advertiser photo Pardon my elbow! DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Pickering High School Trojans forward Ian Wight gets physical under the basket with St. Mary Monarchs’ Yannick Carter during the championship game at the News Advertiser Classic senior boys’ bas- ketball tournament at St. Mary Saturday. A big fourth quarter lifted the Trojans to a 67-53 victory. SSeeee ffuullll ccoovveerraaggee oonn PPaaggee 1111.. Briefly... PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG::There’s plenty of things happening at the legion this month. The ladies auxiliary hosts an open euchre Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 606, 1555 Bayly St. in Picker- ing. Prizes and refreshments are available. Everyone is welcome. Se- niors pay $1.50 to play, while adults pay $3. The legion also serves up lunch Monday to Friday from noon to 1:30 p.m. for $4 and under. Takeout is available by calling 905-839-2990. DDUURRHHAAMM::The more a person knows about any given subject or proce- dure, the more confidence he or she is likely to have. That’s no different for parents about to give birth. Es- sential Beginnings Birth Services, along with the YMCA Family Re- source Centre at 500 Mayfair Ave., Oshawa, is now accepting registra- tions for their next series of classes on giving birth, beginning Feb. 19. The six-week series supports the birth experience as a normal, natural and healthy process that empowers women to make informed choices. For more information or to register, call 905-718-6249. What’s On... TTHHUURRSSDDAAYY::The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club offers line dancing Feb. 6 at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696 or Agnes at 905-686-1573. FFRRIIDDAAYY:: The Serenity Group meets Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. for a 12-step recov- ery program at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with all types of ad- dictions, including co-dependency. Child care is available. Call Jim in the evenings at 905-428-9431. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY::The Petticoat Creek li- brary branch in Pickering holds a morning of stories, songs and rhymes Feb. 8 at 10:30 a.m. Children are encouraged to bring along a bear. There is no need to register. For information call 905-420-2254. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY::The local chapter of the One Parent Families Association hosts a dance at 8 p.m. at the Pick- ering Recreation Complex on Valley Farm Road. Tickets are $10 for mem- bers and $12 for non-members. A dress code is in effect. Call Sandra at 905-686-7933. Index... Editorial Page, 66 Entertainment, 1100 Sports, 1111 Classified, 1122 Give us a call... 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L a b b è , w h o h a s spea r h e a d e d s e v e r a l a f f o r d a b l e h o u s i n g proj e c t s a r o u n d T o r o n t o . The M c L e v i n C o n d o m i n i u m pool a n d r e c r e a t i o n f a c i l Tride l G r o u p c o n d whi c h i s r a r e Usu a l l y no urh a m B u s i n e s s T i m e s PRE S S R U N - - 2 5 , 0 0 0 A M E T R O L A N D B U S I N E S S N E W S P A P E R S E R V I N G D U R H A M R E G I O N $ 1 . 0 0 - - F E B R U A R Y 2 0 0 3 Dur h a m b u i l d e r prov i d e s O p t i o n s for h o m e b u y e r s Lab b é , p r e s i d e n t o f t h e p r i v a t e , n o n - p r o f i t o r g a n i z a t i o n O p t i o n s f o r dru m m i n g u p i n t e r e s t i n P i c k e r i n g f o r a 2 2 0 - u n i t c o n d o m i n i u m d e say s t h e c o m p a n y h a s d e v e l o p e d s e v e r a l a f f o r d a b l e h o u Toront o e m p l o y i n g t h e s a m e a p p r o a c h . T h e P i c k e r i unit s s o l d a n d a n o t h e r 9 0 s a l e s a r e r e q u i r e d AN DR EW IWANO WSK I/ B u s i n e s s T i m es p h o t o Pick up February’s issue at professional offices or call 905-426-4676 to be on our mailing list Durham Business Times VALENTINES SPECIAL EDITION Reserve your seats early for Feb.14 6pm The News Advertiser 905-683-0386 Grant gives Youth Centre foundation to grow on United Way campaign goes over the top Goal met for third straight year DDUURRHHAAMM ——Once again, the communities have heard the call and dug deep to help the local United Way. The agency, which serves Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge, exceeded its 2002 fund-raising goal of $1.5 million by $13,000. The announcement was made during a wrap-up dance and celebration Saturday at the Pickering Recreation Complex. “We’re pleased to have ex- ceeded our goal by $13,000,” ex- ecutive director Edna Klazek said in an interview. It’s the third year in a row the goal was exceeded. Last year, the agency received a one-time gift that pushed it over the top. “This is a real growth piece for us,” Ms. Klazek said of this year’s campaign. “We’re looking at the tremendous support of our donors, not to mention the tireless work of our volunteers. “It will enable us to support the groups and services in the community.” Last year, the agency provid- ed funding to 56 programs or services offered by 25 agencies. United Way volunteers are out now doing assessments of member agencies, Ms. Klazek added. “They’ll come back to us with recommendations on requests that should be filled. Hopefully, it will be all of them,” she noted. Volunteer assessments will be completed by the end of March while four new funding requests are also being consid- ered. “That’s wonderful. It’s nice to see them come into the United Wa y. There’s certainly a need for it,” she said of the new pro- grams. She added Bruce Boyle, owner of Great Lake Lamp Parts in Ajax and the 2002 cam- paign chairman, “did a wonder- ful job for us”. The United Way spends 17.3 per cent of the money on ad- ministration and fund-raising, with the rest going to pro- grams. This year, Ontario Power Generation and its employees contributed $137,000, making it the largest corporate and em- ployee donor. Another fund-raising initia- tive is a partnership the local United Way has with sister or- ganizations in Oakville, Peel and York regions, along with To ronto, in which funds from banks are shared. This year, the Ajax-based agency received $414,000. “It’s a win-win for our com- munity here. It’s unlikely we’d benefit at the same level with the local bank branches here,” she said. Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! ✩ For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: This Week / Canadian Statesman Chris Bovie, managing editor 905-579-4400 News Advertiser Steve Houston, managing editor 905-683-5110 Uxbridge Times-Journal Dave Stell, news editor 905-852-9141 Port Perry This Week Bruce Froude, managing editor 905-985-1777 Metroland Durham Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 DDUURRHHAAMM ——A $217,100 grant to The Youth Centre will enable it to hire a resource developer. The grant from the Ontario Trilli- um Foundation covers a 42-month period and will be used for the cen- tre’s ‘wealth of resources’ project. Susan Bland, the centre’s execu- tive director, said the resource de- velopment person would fund-raise, develop a communications strategy and enhance “our volunteer pro- gram, to attract more residents to our centre.” The announcement of the grant was made Monday during a ceremo- ny attended by about 20 people. Mark McConnell, chairman of the centre’s board of directors, said about 800 new clients come to the centre each year and it now has about 4,600 active members. “The Youth Centre makes a differ- ence in the lives of teens,” he added. Michelle Garraway, a university student who has used the centre, spoke about its impact. “I really do love The Youth Cen- tre. It’s the only place that makes youth feel welcome. They truly do care for youth,” she said. “(Staff) often bent over backwards to help me.” Ms. Bland noted one-third of the population in Ajax and Pickering is under 19 years of age, while the provincial average is 21 per cent. “There’s quite a demand on ser- vices provided for children,” she said. Most of the funding comes from the Ministry of Health and Long- term Care. For more information on The Youth Centre, call 905-428-1212. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003, 2002 PAGE 3 A/P february 14-23, 2003 skydome and the metro toronto convention centre EZ WIN A NEW BEETLE Here’s an EZ way to win at the 2003 Canadian International AutoShow. Ontario Volkswagen Dealers, 97.3 EZ Rock and Metroland newspapers present a chance to win a 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. To enter, simply drop off a completed ballot below at the feature area on the 600 level, South MTCC or AutoShow office, Room 201. Or enter online at www.metroland.com. 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DURHAM'S FINEST AUTOMOTIVE DETAILING FOR OVER A DECADE Winter Specials BROKEN WINDSHIELD? We Pay Up To $300.00 Deductible 1010 Brock Road South (Northwest corner at Bayly)831-4290 SPEEDY GLASS NETWORK • CAR ALARMS • REMOTE STARTERS $199 • SCOTCHGUARD • WAX • COMPOUND • POLISH • CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY • SHIFT KNOBS $65 • WOOD DASH KITS • LEATHER • BOAT TOPS • TONNEAUS • SPOILERS AUTO GLASS & CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY Rust Proofing Remote Car Starters and Alarms Gift Certificates Suspect had questions on poison and ‘drug of choice’ Trial told Pickering man asked co-worker about preferences BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A co-worker of a man accused of poi- soning his wife thought it was odd when he asked for her preferred “drug of choice” to kill someone. Ganesh Raghunauth posed that and other bizarre questions during “general chit-chat” with Allison Patterson and an- other colleague at York Central Hospital in March or April 2000, his first-degree murder trial heard Monday. “He came in (to their office) and asked what our drug of choice would be if we were thinking of killing ourselves or killing somebody,” Ms. Patterson said. Ms. Patterson said it seemed like a “stupid” question. “You’re whacked, crazy. That’s a crazy thing to ask,” she told him. Mr. Raghunauth again asked his co-workers, and they eventually replied. “What did you re- spond?” prosecutor Cindy Johnston asked Ms. Pat- terson. “Cyanide,” the Crown witness testified Monday in Superior Court. Mr. Raghunauth, 31, of Pickering, is accused of fatally poisoning his preg- nant wife, Hemoutie, with cyanide on Mother’s Day, May 14, 2000. Police and paramedics, responding to a 911 call by Mr. Raghunauth, found her dead in the couple’s Beaton Way residence, a jury has heard. The prosecution is al- leging Mr. Raghunauth drugged Mrs. Raghu- nauth, 28, with the power- ful sedative Temazepam before poisoning her with cyanide. Ms. Patterson was the last of several co-workers called by the Crown to re- count conversations they had with Mr. Raghunauth prior to his wife’s death. Ms. Patterson, in patient placement at York Cen- tral Hospital, said she chatted daily with Mr. Raghunauth, who was ac- counts receivable analyst. In one conversation, Mr. Raghunauth asked what would happen to a patient brought into emergency suffering a drug overdose, she said. “I said, ‘They’d have to know what you took,’” Ms. Patterson recalled. Mr. Raghunauth also wondered, “What hap- pens if you take cyanide?” Ms. Patterson said the question came “out of the blue,” like the others. She told him: ‘I don’t know. I think you get foaming around the mouth and it just disinte- grates your insides. It will kill you, you’ll die from that.” Mr. Raghunauth would- n’t say, when asked, why he’d pose such questions. “There was never, ever an answer. He just laughed it off and carried on,” Ms. Patterson said During the four-week- old trial Mr. Raghunauth has been portrayed by the Crown as an unfaithful husband who lived a life of fraud at home and at work. On April 22, three weeks prior to his wife’s death, he was engaged to Indira Seonarain, a New York woman with whom he was having an affair. Co-workers also sus- pected him of having ro- mantic trysts at the hos- pital. Prior to Mrs. Raghu- nauth’s death, Ms. Patter- son said she observed Mr. Raghunauth in the hospi- tal parking lot with a nurse. “They were just kissing. I would say more of a ro- mantic kiss,” she said. Word of Mrs. Raghu- nauth’s sudden death sparked suspicion among Mr. Raghunauth’s hospi- tal co-workers. Self-described “nosy” colleague Jacqueline Treadwell began snoop- ing around Mr. Raghu- nauth’s desk the day after his wife died. “There was a lot of talk... questions about how she had died because she was so young... I won- dered if anything was in his desk, I just felt like being nosy,” the witness said. While rifling through Mr. Raghunauth’s desk, Ms. Treadwell found two empty prescription pill bottles, labelled Paxil and Diazepam, court was told. Ms. Treadwell was shocked when she re- ceived a message on her voice mail a few days later from Ms. Seonarain, who identified herself on the message as Mr. Raghu- nauth’s fiancee from New York. “I was flabbergasted. I thought his wife just died and he has a fiancee?” Ms. Treadwell testified. Mr. Raghunauth was fired by the hospital for suspicion of credit card fraud on June 6, 2000, sev- eral weeks before being charged with murder. 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If you have any questions or comments regarding our new look, feel free to contact the newsroom at 905-683- 5110, ext. 249, or e-mail shouston@durhamregion.co m. Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser Newsroom 905-683-0386 General 905-683-7363 vice-president of nuclear strategy and support, told Pickering councillors Monday night. The reactor has been shut down since 1997. There are four main reasons for the delay in getting the units back online, said Mr. McNeil. “Number one was the unex- pected length for the regula- tion process,” he said. “We thought it would be six months. It ended up being 28 months.” Secondly, the amount and complexity of work to refur- bish the 28-year-old unit also took Ontario Power Genera- tion (OPG) by surprise. It took far longer to do the “thousands of jobs” necessary for the restart, he said, adding inadequate planning was also a factor. In the meantime, OPG has applied to the Canadian Nu- clear Safety Commission (CNSC) to renew its licence for Pickering ‘A’ for two years and Pickering ‘B’ for five. It has two hearings with the CNSC in Ottawa this winter, which are open to the public. The first hearing takes place Feb. 27, in which OPG will make a case for the re- newal and answer questions from the commission. The second hearing, May 21, is more geared towards public input, said Mr. McNeil. Anyone wishing to make a submission to the commis- sion must register before Feb. 13. P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com AT THEYou could experience the As to Disney properties/artwork: ©Disney Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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Little is known of the victim, who did not work and lived on his own. Police said Mr. Cave met his ac- cused killer on an Internet chat room. “Obviously, the Internet conver- sations led to them meeting in per- son,” said police spokesman Dave Selby. It is the first Durham investiga- tion involving an on-line relation- ship that led to alleged murder, al- though police have probed several recent sex-assault cases of Inter- net-luring. Police are reminding ‘Net users of the dangers of on-line relationships. “There is an Internet connection to the case and people should be cautious when dealing with (strangers) over the Internet,” Det. Kluem said. “It’s a matter of public safety.” Computer chat room users “don’t know the history or background of the other person, so obviously it is fraught with dan- ger,” Mr. Selby said. Investigators got a break in the case a couple of days ago when Toronto Police found the four-door vehicle abandoned in a Willowdale parking lot. Detectives traced a suspect to a residence in Simcoe, southwest of Brantford, and contacted OPP’s Haldimand-Norfolk detachment. OPP arrested the man at the res- idence Monday at 8 p.m. He was taken into custody by Durham police and held for a court appearance in Oshawa late yester- day afternoon. He was remanded into custody until his next court appearance March 18. Patrick Zahi Simaan, 34, is charged with murder, forcible con- finement, robbery, possession of a stolen credit card and use of a stolen credit card. Mr. Simaan was wanted by police since April 2001, when a warrant was is- sued charging him with 20 counts of fraud and theft under $5,000, and breach of bail, after allegedly stealing a Pickering woman’s ATM card. Mr. Simaan also has outstanding charges in Toronto for possession of stolen property and breaking, entering and commit an indictable of- fence. ✦ Police, from page 1 PPAATTRRIICCKK SSIIMMAAAANN are not going to change their minds; 40 hours is mandato- ry.” He said the good news is that since the end of Septem- ber, roughly 800 students have completed their service. But his report noted that almost half of the Grade 12s, or 2,003, have finished between zero and 10 hours. Mr. Plue described the situa- tion as “serious. “Students are a little bit like us, they sometimes leave things to the last minute. Well, guess what? The last minute’s now.” Oshawa Trustee Susan Shetler termed it “kind of a crisis situation,” proposing trustees send a letter to the About 60 per cent of Grade 12 students still not meeting diploma requirement BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——They’ve heard it at home. They’ve heard it at school. And they’ve heard about it in the media. But many Grade 12 students in local public schools still haven’t re- ceived the message: if they don’t complete 40 hours of community service by the end of this school year, they will not graduate. The Grade 12s are the first group of On- tario students who must meet the diploma requirement. Just 1,715, or four in 10, have fin- ished the service work, while 2,458 have not, according to the most re- cent data released by the Durham District School Board, at Monday’s standing committee meeting. Pickering Trustee Paul Crawford proposed that students sign a letter indicating they are aware of the re- quirement. 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American Secretary of Energy Spence Abraham an- nounced the re-entry of the U.S. in a speech last week. "This international fusion project is a major step to- wards a fusion demonstration power plant that could usher in commercial fusion energy," he stated. "ITER also provides a cost-effective way to proceed with fu- sion research worldwide with the collaborating parties sharing in the project's cost of construction and oper- ation." It hasn't always been this way with the United States. In the late 1990s the Americans dropped out of the ITER process citing the then-$20-billion projected costs as too expensive. There was also a belief ITER was stalled in the plan- ning process and it became the victim of party politics in the United States. But, the project's costs have since been cut by 40 per cent, making reinvolvement more palatable for the U.S. A new president and administra- tion has also played a role in the decision to re-enter. Having the U.S. back means 10 per cent of the pro- ject will be covered by the world's richest nation. It also brings in a partner that will "participate in the re- search and technology" of ITER according to the U.S. department of energy. It never hurts to have the U.S. behind a massive technology project. For Canada, having our next-door neighbour back in may boost our Clarington bid. There are no guaran- tees and we have plenty of competition for site selec- tion from bids in France, Spain and Japan, but we may benefit by having a North American partner. At the very least, Canada's lack of firm commitment to ITER may now be positively affected. Gary Polonsky, Iter Community Council chairman, said U.S. involvement should help Prime Minister Jean Chretien reach a de- cision. "If he was waiting to see if the Americans were com- ing on board... now he knows. Now it's ante-up time or all this (the work by Iter Canada to secure ITER for Clarington) was for nought." Indeed, much has been done for a number of years now to get Canada into the international fusion game, and to bring ITER to Clarington. The federal govern- ment must join the Province, the Region and the Mu- nicipality to ensure we put our best bid in to get the fa- cility. Student testing needs to be fair TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Durham elementary school test results,' Jan. 29. I have been employed by the Toronto District School Board for 37 years and know there are a number of flaws in the testing results. The results fail to take into consideration the fact stu- dents come from various eco- nomic backgrounds and that some schools have special-needs programs, while others do not. Schools in needier areas al- ways show lower scores, perhaps because many students come to school hungry or from homes where alcoholism, drugs, etc., play a large role in their day-to- day lives. Lunch consists of chips and a pop in many cases... not ideal fuel for having a pro- ductive day in the classroom. Do you know some educators, fear- ing they will be thought of as 'bad teachers' should the results not be high, resort to allowing students to take up to triple the amount of time. One of my children is a teacher in Durham in a school that achieved low results. I won- der how the students in the school feel if they see the pub- lished results. Children in all schools should be treated with the same dignity, regardless of the wealth of their parents. Not every student is lucky enough to have parental support with homework or has access to computers and the In- ternet. If we don't teach these young people there is a better way, who will? The testing program should be conducted fairly, grading sim- ilar students, using a set amount of time and refrain from having special students enter into the equation. LLyynnnn GGiibbssoonn WWhhiittbbyy Hydro’s essential, not a money maker TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: Veridian pushes for for-prof- it utility. I hope the people of Durham say loud and clear, John Wiers- ma, we want Veridian not to go into debt. Hydro can operate on a pay-as-you-go system; we do not need a profit motive for such an essential service. What we do need is a body to make sure Veridian is operated efficiently. The essential services of this Province should be exempt from the profit motive. Sell the beer stores, liquor stores, anything that is not a necessity and where you have a choice to buy, or not. HHeerrbb FFoorrffaarr,, PPiicckkeerriinngg Let police do their jobs TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Court of appeal says 'no' to heat-seeking helicopter search- es,' Jan. 31. I'm a new resident to Oshawa. After reading the article on Air 1's dismantling of its 'heat-seek- ing technology', I felt compelled to voice my opinion. Moving here from Toronto, I admire the surveillance this city has working for it. The politi- cians and Toronto police can't seem to even put a helicopter into the air... never mind having a system in place that will assist them in properly charging drug- infested pot labs. If people are concerned with helicopters flying around imag- ing their dwellings, think of that next raid beside your house that involves selling dope to your kids. Let the technology the police have at their disposal be. I, for one, am anxious to have all these drug labs dismantled, not the system that dismantles them. NNoorrmm CCrraawwffoorrdd OOsshhaawwaa Legendary actress still one of our favourite things After almost 20 years as an actor, I don't generally tend to get star struck anymore. The experience of seeing a grotesquely fat, trouserless Marlon Brando on set went a long way to getting that partic- ular monkey off my back. Hav- ing said that, there are still one or two heroes out there who can turn me into a quivering bowl of Jell-O. I met and worked with Julie Andrews for the first time last week. I thought I did pretty well at our first meeting. I was sitting on set, getting ready to block a scene, and she came and plunked herself down in the chair next to mine. She smiled at me with those joyous- ly twinkling blue-green eyes and I smiled back, profession- ally extending my hand and in- troducing myself. We chatted politely about how the shoot was going, with me smiling and nodding and all the time this idiot voice yelling inside my head, 'Dude! You're talking to freaking Mary Pop- pins!' We finished our chat, Julie excused herself in that fabu- lously soft English accent that had so easily melted Captain Von Trapp's hardened heart, and headed off to her trailer. It was all so perfect. I don't think she even realized I'd wet myself. With some celebrities the magic wears off quickly. You catch them in a hideous make- up free moment or watch in disgust as they inhale dough- nut after doughnut from the craft table, or loudly dress down some innocent underling whose only mistake was bring- ing them the wrong brand of bottled water, and the mask comes off. Not so with Ms. An- drews. If anything, I became more and more enamoured with her as time passed. I found myself staring and daydreaming, to the extent where I am quite sure I have ruined the movie. My mind was everywhere but where it should've been. In the climactic denouement, when my character boldly strides in and unmasks the bad guy, when I should've been focused and severe and authoritarian, I was miles away, dancing on an Austrian hilltop dressed in some drapes. In still another, when I was directed to look dark and mys- terious, I was 16 going on 17 in a moonlit gazebo. And when I should've been sinisterly stalk- ing my elusive quarry, I was gaily tripping down a huge staircase, singing good night in a pair of lederhosen. It was em- barrassing. Another week of that and I'm sure I would've answered to Lisle or Gretl. One day I found myself on the periphery of a scene in which Julie was working and as the scene ended and the direc- tor yelled 'cut', I discovered, to my utter horror, I was hum- ming 'My Favourite Things', loud enough for Ms. Andrews to hear. I mean, isn't that tanta- mount to yelling, 'Yo Adrian' as Stallone finishes a scene or 'I'll be back' when you pass Schwarzenegger coming out of the men's room? It's throwing gasoline on a celebrity fire. Asking for a knuckle sandwich. Again, not so with the incom- parable Ms. Andrews. She caught the tune I was hum- ming, picked it up and sang me a verse. Well, in truth I suppose she was singing to the whole room, but for a magical moment or two there, it was just me and Maria. NNeeiill CCrroonnee EE nn tt ee rr llaa uu gg hh ii nn gg shouston@durhamregion.com Doe, a deer, Andrews proves she really is a dearThe way we were Photos supplied by the Heritage Ajax Advisory Committee on behalf of the Ajax Community Archives. For more information about either, please call Brenda Kriz at 905-619-2529 ext. 343. The O’Connors Denis O’Connor arrived here from Ireland in about 1831. He and his wife, Mary O’Leary (cousin of Timothy O’Leary who settled in the Audley area in 1832), built a fieldstone home in 1845 on what is now Rossland Road East in Ajax and had three children. The home still stands and remains in the O’Con- nor family. Their son Denis, became Archbishop of Toronto. Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School in Ajax is named in his ho- nour. After Mary’s death, Denis married Bridget O’Callaghan of Al- bion Township and they had 10 more children. Click and say LLaasstt wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Should the Region of Durham fund local hospi- tal capital expansion projects? ✦ Yes 50.8 per cent ✦ No 49.2 per cent Votes cast: 118 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com TThhiiss wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Should the provincial government declare teachers an essential service and take away their right to strike? ✦ Yes ✦ No 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com905.420.2222 Racquetball Round Robin Thursday 8:20 - 9:40 pm Recreation Complex 905.831.1711 Cardiac Safe Defibrillator Launch Wed. Feb12 7:00 - 8:00 pm Recreation Complex 905.683.6582 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME February 5 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm February 6Pickering Museum Village Advisory Committee 7:00 pm February 10 Planning Committee & Committee of the Whole 7:30 pm February 13 Waterfront Coordinating Committee 7:00 pm February 17 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm February 20 Statutory Information Meeting 7:00 pm HAVE YOU LICENSED YOUR PET???? The City of Pickering has commenced a door-to-door campaign promoting the sale of 2003 dog and cat licenses. The City representative should present proper identification to you along with a brochure explaining the door-to-door licensing campaign. The representatives are not Animal Services Officers and have no authority to fine you for failure to license. They will, however, provide information to the City on all residents refusing to license their pets. CAT OWNERS should note that City of Pickering By-law 5728/00 requires all cats to be licensed and leashed when off the owner’s property. DOG OWNERS should note that the same By-law prohibits the keeping of more than two dogs in any one household. Dogs and cats are important members of your family. Animal licenses identify your pets and ensure that, should they become lost, they can be returned to their rightful home. A SMALL PRICE TO PAY TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE! REGISTRATION FEES Pursuant to City of Pickering By-law 5728/00, all dog and cat owners must register their pets on a yearly basis. You could be charged if you fail to purchase the required license. Yearly fees are as follows: Male or female dog or cat $25.00 Male or female dog or cat with microchip implant $20.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat $15.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat with microchip implant $10.00 QUESTIONS Any questions concerning dog or cat registration tags should be directed to the Animal Services Centre at 905.427.8737 All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit the website. Pay your parking tickets online cityofpickering.com Now, paying your Parking ticket is as easy as 1 a.m., 2 a.m., 3 a.m......... Looking for something to do on a Saturday Night? Why not join your friends at Petticoat Creek Community Centre Grades 5-8 only at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre 470 Kingston Rd. West 905.420.2370 7pm - 10 pm Saturday February 8, 2003 Saturday March 8, 2003 Saturday April 12, 2003 Saturday May 10, 2003 Saturday June 14, 2003 Tickets go on sale the Monday prior to each scheduled date above at 6:00 am at the Pickering Recreation Complex located at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. $6.50 per ticket Experience Art at the Pickering Civic Complex Viewing times: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm on Display February 3 - March 24, 2003 Robert Hinves has a passion for Ontario landscapes. He started off painting in oils, but was never satisfied with the results. Robert turned his efforts to pen, ink and watercolour and has never looked back. Robert Hinves is a member of the PineRidge Arts Council and has been involved in many different shows including the PineRidge Juried Art Show, Greenwood Fine Art Show and the Kawartha Arts Festival - winning awards for his work. Robert Hinves Pen & Ink & Watercolours New Defibrillator Launch Join us for presentations by Durham Region Cardiac Safe Community Representatives, survivors of sudden cardiac arrest and demonstrations using our NEW Automated External Defibrillator. Wednesday February 12, 2003 7:00 - 8:00 pm at the Pickering Recreation Complex DON BEER ARENA Official Opening of the Third Ice Pad and Renovation Project Everyone Welcome to join in the community Celebration! Friday February 28th Opening Ceremonies Commencing at 2 pm P.H.A. & D.W.G.H.A. free skate & refreshments to follow 940 Dillingham Rd. (off Brock Rd. S. of Bayly St.) 905.420.4620 ext 2098 This project was made possible by the contributions of Pickering Hockey Association and Durham West Girls Hockey Association, Canada and Ontario Superbuild and the City of Pickering. We need your time, energy and motivation!! Recreation and Leadership opportunities for Pickering teens Opportunity to design and run your own teen programs and events APPLY TODAY,!!! Pick up an application at Petticoat Creek Community Centre, East Shore Community Center or from the web at cityofpickering.com Deadline to apply is Friday February 28, 2003. For more information contact, Lindsey Brenner at 905.420.4660 ext 6101. City of Pickering Youth Council We know you enjoyed our Holistic Nutrition Lecture, now you can register for our full course starting on February 20th. The Yoga, Sculpt and Step classes offered at the Grand Re-Opening are also available weekly. For a complete schedule please call 905.683.6582 or visit us at cityofpickering.com/lifestyle. Join us on Thursday February 13th at 7:30 pm or Wednesday February 19th at 10 am for a Free Health Club Orientation, call 905.683.6582 to reserve your spot. NEVER A BETTER TIME TO BE A MEMBER Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley farm Rd. (just east of Pickering Town Centre) Call 905.683.6582 or visit us at cityofpickering.com/lifestyles Thank you for attending our Grand Re-Opening & Open House FREE Programs & Events for Teens 13-19 Living in Pickering ID required, get your FREE City ID card at Petticoat Creek CC (470 Kingston Rd) BREAKDA N C I N G 7-10 om Mon & Wed a t P e t t i c o a t C r e e k C . C . Thurs at E a s t S h o r e C . C . BASKETB A L L St. Mary: M o n . 8 - 1 0 p m Fri. 8:30-10 p m Pine Ridge : T u e s . 7 - 1 0 p m East Shore : T h u r s 7 - 1 0 p m GAMES R O O M Petticoat C r e e k C . C . : M o n & W e d . 7 - 1 0 p m Tues 3:30-6 : 3 0 p m Sat 1-4 pm East Shore C . C . : T h u r s . 7 - 1 0 p m Northern P r o g r a m s Wed. 5-8 pm a t D e l m e a d e C C Movie Nigh t s , C r a f t s . G a m e s Room Fri. 7-10 pm a t C l a r e m o n t C C Games Roo m , F l o o r H o c k e y , Gymnasium , P S 2 PRIME ICE AVAILABLE Rec Complex Arenas Mondays 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Saturdays 6:00 am to 7:30 am 7:00 pm to 12:30 am Sundays 6:00 am to 7:00 am Don Beer Arena Mon. to Fri. 8:00 am to 4:00 pm 4:40 pm to 5:40 pm 10:30 pm to 12:00 am Sat. & Sun Various Hours Call Don Beer @ 905.831.1035 Call Rec Complex @ 905.683.6582 or 905.420.4660 ex. 3225 tickets.ca A fine way to pay pay www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 PAGE 7 P BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––A businessman has opened his wallet to the victim of a vicious robbery, offering to pay for cosmetic and dental surgery she’ll need. The 30-year-old woman suffered severe facial injuries, including a broken jaw and damaged teeth, when she was attacked Jan. 22 dur- ing the heist at the Gates Plaza Coffee Time on Kingston Road in Pickering, where she was working. Durham Regional Police spokesman Dave Selby said the businessman, who asked to remain anonymous, recently contacted po- lice with his offer to help the victim, who was released from hos- pital last week. The man said he was touched by the story and wanted the victim to be able to “look in the mirror again and have a beautiful smile,” said Mr. Selby, adding the donor wants to cover the cost of any dental and cos- metic work. “It’s a really nice gesture. She’ll need some work. At the time, it’s not known how much, as it takes some time for the swelling to go down,” he said. Robbery detectives, meanwhile, continue hunting the violent thug who battered her. In a new development Monday, police released a second, more detailed sketch of the suspected at- tacker “based on new wit- ness information.” The composite is consid- ered an “80 per cent like- ness,” Mr. Selby said. Police said the bandit, armed with a small axe or hatchet, entered the coffee shop just prior to 4:30 a.m. and de- manded money from the victim. The woman was ordered by the thug to take off her clothes and was then badly beaten, passing out at one point during the attack, police said. After, she ran naked from the store in sub-zero temperatures to a nearby phone booth, where she called 911. The suspect is described as male, black with dark complexion, 5-foot- 10 , 18 to 21 years, 160 pounds, with small slim build, and small dark eyes. He wore a dark coat, and knit- ted winter hat with earflaps. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the Rob- bery Unit at 905-579-1520, ext. 5359, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477. A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their own business, braves summer heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science and auditioning for the first-chair saxophone in the school band? A News Advertiser Carrier Tommorow’s entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers and craftsmen are today’s newspaper carriers. learn skills that will last a lifetime, and earning a little money on the side couldn’t hurt either. For more information on how to become a News Advertiser Carrier call 905-683-5117 Become a carrier Today AJAX Hughes Cres. Roberson Dr. Delaney Dr. Simms Dr. Sykes St. Griffiths Dr. Wickens Cres. Seggar Ave. Bradley Cres. Old Kingston Rd. Elizabeth St. 120/130 Old Kingston Rd. 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(OPG) has notified the CNSC of its intent to apply for the authorization to construct and operate additional storage buildings at the existing used fuel processing and storage facility at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station site in Pickering, Ontario. Under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, the CNSC must complete an environmental assessment of the project before making a licensing decision on OPG’s application. Based on the results of the environmental assessment, the CNSC must determine if the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects, taking into account the application of appropriate mitigation measures. Draft EA Guidelines were issued for public comment on October 18, 2002, and the public comment period closed on December 18, 2002. The revised EA Guidelines, taking public comments into account, will be made available to the public on February 7, 2003. The revised EA Guidelines will then be presented to the Commission for approval at a one-day public hearing on April 10, 2003. The public is invited to comment on the revised EA Guidelines either by oral presentation or written submission. Requests to participate and text of oral presentations or written submissions must be filed with the Secretary of the Commission by March 11, 2003. c/o S. Locatelli, Secretariat Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Tel.: (613) 995-0360 or 1-800-668-5284 280 Slater St., P.O. Box 1046 Fax: (613) 995-5086 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5S9 E-mail: interventions@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca The Commission will hold a public hearing on the results of the environmental assessment prepared in accordance with the approved EA Guidelines and the licence application at a later date. Members of the public are welcome to observe public hearings. 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With the 20th annual Claremont Winter Carni- val beginning to heat up this weekend, how could there be? The carnival takes place Feb. 7 to 15 with a variety of events for all ages. “The whole idea behind the Claremont Winter Carnival is to give resi- dents, particularly new residents, an opportunity to meet their neighbours in a fun environment,” ex- plained co-chairman Luisa Santacroce. “It’s also a great way for community organizations like the 1st Claremont Scouts and Beavers, as well as the legion, Lions and Lioness, to name a few, the opportunity to raise a little cash for their organizations.” New to this year’s event is a family toboggan day and community apprecia- tion day Saturday, Feb. 8 at Hy Hope Farms. Open to Claremont residents only, the day says a big ‘thank you’ to all those who helped support the carnival in the past, said past-chairman Della Wideman. She’s watched the event grow over the years, and said the goal is to provide a wide range of events for everyone in the community. The carnival kicks off with a snow sculpture contest Friday, Feb. 7, and continues with Yuk Yuk’s Saturday Feb. 8 at 9 p.m. at the Claremont Le- g ion. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. A Mad Hatter’s Tea party takes place Sunday, Fe b. 9 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Masonic Hall for $5 each. Youth volleyball gets rolling Monday, Feb. 10 at the Community Centre at 7 p.m. for ages 13 to 16 . Cost is $2 each. The seniors room at the community centre hosts a progressive euchre tour- nament Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. Then its movie night Wednesday, Feb. 12 as the 1st Claremont Scouts invite families to watch ‘’Spy Kids 2’ at the Claremont Legion. Show times are 6 and 8 p.m. and cost is $4 per person. Families can enjoy a magic show for $4 per person Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. in the gymnasi- um at Claremont Public School. Parents can also take part in the Claremont Winter Carnival volleyball tournament that night for $5 each at 6 p.m. at the community centre and Claremont Public School, or in an open eu- chre tournament at the legion at 8 p.m. The Lioness ladies host a free family skate night Friday Feb. 14 at the out- door ice rink in Clare- mont park beginning at 7 p.m. A Valentines Day preteen dance for Grade 6 to 8 students takes place that night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Masonic Hall. Dancers pay $5 each. The carnival wraps up Saturday, Feb. 15 with a pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Clare- mont United Church, the Claremont Mile Run at 10 :30 a.m. at Country Depot, the Claremont Pa- rade at 11 a.m. on William Street, and a variety of other events throughout the day. Fo r more information, call 905-649-9998. Treasure Chest needs f illing for wildlife sanctuary For the love of small wildlife in need, help out Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary this month. The sanctuary is hosting its annual Valentine’s fund-rais- ing dinner and dance, Feb. 15 at Chatts Bar and Grill, 368 Bayly St. W. in Ajax. Cocktails begin at 6:30 p.m. and there will be door prizes. Tickets are $20 each and available by call- ing Joyce Smith at 905-649- 8282. Second Chance is also one of the groups in need in this month’s ‘Treasure Chest’. The group is desperate to acquire the services of an electrician who could donate a few hours of time. ‘Treasure Chest’ runs the first Wednesday of each month and allows residents to give away items they no longer use and for non-profit groups to list items they require. To utilize this space, call 905-420-5625 during regular business hours. Requests must be submitted by the last Wednesday of the month. IITTEEMMSS NNEEEEDDEEDD 1) An electrician to volunteer services, computer that is In- ternet compatible, microwave, bulletin board, small fridge, dryer, volunteers and volun- teers with a truck needed too — Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary (receipts given) — 905—649-8282 2) Crayons, pens, coloured pencils, and markers for needy children in Mexico — drop off at Dunbarton High School, 655 Sheppard Ave., in Pickering. 3) Camping equipment of dry bags, water-tight barrels, pad- dles, rope, older but still us- able canoes, lightweight cook- ing supplies, lightweight two- person tents with flys — new Ajax Girl Guide unit called TREX that will be going on outdoor adventure activities — 905-428-0954 4) Wheelbarrow, gardening tools, tomato cages, planting pots, plastic rain barrel, cedar or spruce railing for the Valley Plentiful Community Garden in west Pickering — 905-420- 9843 IITTEEMMSS TTOO GGIIVVEE AAWWAAYY 1) Two sliding windows ap- prox. 20-x-30 inches (never been used), water jugs, push lawn mower — 905-683-4640. 2) Dishwasher, freezer, 40-gal- lon electric water heater — 416- 291-2012 ext. 226 (between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.) 3) Single wooden captain’s bed frame with drawers — 905-428- 1259. 4) Supply of 100 Mason jars - 905-427-3176. 5) Turntable ‘dual’ PE 3048, needle may need replacing — 905-839-8590. ❑ ❑ ❑ CCOOMMIINNGG EEVVEENNTT::The second in a series of environmental seminars sponsored by the Scugog Green Team takes place Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. in Port Perry. The topic, pesticides and human health’, will be dis- cussed at P’lovers, The Envi- ronmental Store, 229 Queen St. Seventy residents attended the first free seminar, which was on alternative energy. ❑ ❑ ❑ HHOOOOTT AANNDD HHOOWWLL::Toronto and Region Conservation hold a short presentation about our nocturnal friends (owls and coyotes) Saturday, Feb. 8, be- fore participants head off look- ing for signs of wildlife. The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Greenwood Con- servation Area and anyone in- terested should meet at the Glenview 1 picnic shelter park- ing lot. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. NE022A103 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. *Complete warranty details at Sears SALE PRICES END SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2003, WHILE QUANTITIES LAST Sale, from 74 99 each. P175/70R13 ROADHANDLER®VOYA GER LX PA SSENGER TIRES 160,000 km Tread Wearout Warranty*. #63000 series. Other sizes, sale 97.74-121.54 each Ends Saturday! Sale, from 65 99 each. 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Durham artist’s exhibit focuses on floral gardens, seascapes BByy TToonnyy DDooyyllee Staff Editor PP IICCKK EERRIINNGG ––––You could say Shirley Heard is in touch with na- ture. After all, the Oshawa artist, whose new 12-piece solo exhibition 'All About Nature' opened at the Pickering Nuclear Information Cen- tre Jan. 13, draws plenty of inspira- tion from the spectacular colours and beauty that can be found all around us. "It's mostly to do with floral gar- dens and flowers but my husband and I enjoy snorkelling so there are some seascapes too," she said. She added, "I enjoy nature, I enjoy gardening and I guess it reflects in my work." Describing herself as a multi- media artist, Heard has been paint- ing on and off for 22 years, with the Pickering exhibit representing her second solo showing. The other came in 2000 when she had eight pieces on display at Queen's Park in Toronto. Although she grew up watching her father paint, it wasn't until her own two children were older that she finally took to the canvas her- self, using a number of workshops to help along the way. Admitting, "I use just about everything and anything," the 61- year-old starts by listing off inks, acrylics, pencils and some water- colours. When it comes to a favourite, she doesn't hesitate. "Mostly fluid acrylics," said Heard. "I just enjoy the effect of the colours. They're probably a little more vibrant." Lately she's been thoroughly en- joying working in "experimental painting". After starting with some basic lines and colours, Heard draws out the shapes and designs that devel- op. Along with the Pickering show, she is getting set for the April Stu- dio Tour hosted by the Oshawa Art Association, of which she is a mem- ber. In fact, Heard is active in the arts community, counting member- ships in the PineRidge Arts Coun- cil, Ajax Creative Arts, the Visual Arts Centre of Clarington and Whit- by's Station Gallery, to name just a few, among her possessions. As for what visitors can expect when taking in her work, she said there seems to be a theme in the feedback. "Most people who see my work like the floral gardens, the vibrant colours, that's the most common comment I get," said Heard. The information centre is at 1675 Montgomery Park Rd., just west of Brock Road. The exhibit runs until March 17 and is open for viewing Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. 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Adam Wednesday’s carrier of the week is Adam. He enjoys playing video games and basketball. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Adam for being our Carrier of the Week. 12:00 NOON to 4:00 pm For Information call Laurie Thompson or Angela Mercer 905-683-5110 Winter/Spring Wedding Show 2003 Sunday February 23, 2003 Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valleyfarm Road Fashion Show3:00 pm Presented by: Sponsored by: Show Hair & Make-up by: Tickets Available at: Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Galbraith Jewellers Tuxedo Royale Pickering Photo Sears Cosmetics The Bay Carlson Wagonlit Travel 2 for $10.00 in Advanced $6.00 each at the Door • Door Prizes • Refreshments & Hors d’oeuvers compliments of Bunnys Catering First Prize:$1000 Package from Tuxedo Royale Second prize:$500 Shopping Spree PICKERING, AJAX , WH ITBY AN IMAL SERVI CES BRRR! IT’S COLD OUTSIDE! IF IT’S T O O COLD FOR YO U. IT’S T O O COLD FOR YO UR PET Cold temperatures combined with dampness and wind chill are a deadly mix that can lead to frost bite and hypothermia. Even a pet that spends extended periods of time outdoors cannot protect itself from the extreme cold and biting wind and should be taken indoors. WINTER HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS • After your dog or cat has been outside, check its’s feet for clumps of ice between the pads. Sharp ice can cut the pads and increase the danger of frostbite. Also, clean the paws to remove any salt that can irritate your pet. If your pet has to lick it’s feet clean, the chemicals in the salt can make it sick. • Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but your pet doesn’t know it. The sweet taste and smell of antifreeze can lure your pet into a death trap. Make sure you tighten the lids on all your chemicals and keep them away from your pets. • Cats looking for shelter in the winter often crawl up into a vehicle’s warm engine. They can be seriously injured if you start your vehicle. Honk the horn, open the hood of your vehicle, or bang loudly on the hood before starting the engine to frighten away any animal hiding there. This winter please remember if it’s too cold for you outside, it’s too cold for your pet. S. Koch Supervisor of Animal Services Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services Centre 4680 Thickson Road North, Whitby 905-427-8737 Pickering Town Centre 839-2507 EATERY OPEN EVERY DAY 9:00 a.m. You Can Eat For As Little As You Can At Home BREAKFAST SPECIAL (Daily) LUNCHEON SPECIALS (Daily) TWO CAN DINE FOR (Daily) $369 $749 $1649 Reservations Accepted for 8 or more $12 49 OPEN VALENTINE’S DAY 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Roast Prime Ribs of Beef Food Court Area (905) 837-0564 OPEN ALL YEAR Mall Hours: Feb. 3-Apr. 30/03 Income Tax Returns 2002 CASH REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS E-FILED REFUNDS IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS (Most E-Filed Returns) ALL INCOME TAX RETURNS PREPARED (Personal, Business, Corporations & Trusts) BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE E-FILEE-FILE READY CASH By John Tobias Another hilarious hit!! HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering (905) 472-3085 Is The Real You Really You? Opening Feb. 7th Fri. Feb. 7th, Sun. Feb. 9th, Sun. Feb. 16th Clip & Save $5.00 Off By John Tobias-Another hilarious hit!! Not valid with any other offer A Seminar with Joshua Zuchter To register contact Gail: toll free 1-866-258-1098 http://www3.sympatico.ca/sacredgateways If you are in transition, whether it is a change in your career, with a loved one, in your finances, health, or perhaps with your emotional self, then this seminar will offer you many keys that will open up doors to abundance, security, and joy. Sund a y F e b ruary 9, 1-4 p.m A j a x C ommunity C entre, HMS R oom $45 p.p. George Olliver Fe b. 7th and 8th at 9pm JOIN US! 250 Bayly St. W., Ajax 905-426-9573 No Cover “Soul Survivor” AArrttss &&EEnntteerrttaaiinnmmeenntt WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 Knights falls Shanghai Knights opens in theatres Read up this Friday Heard the one about the nature lover? A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Shirley Heard’s 12-piece solo exhibition has a definite natural touch. ‘All about nature’ is on display at the Pickering Nuclear Informa- tion Centre until March 17. No coincidence Zuchter's in town Sunday AAJJAAXX ––––Motivational speaker Joshua Zuchter is talking about the magic of the coincidences of life this weekend. 'Spiritually stirred, not shaken: About the magic of coincidence in everyday life' is Mr. Zuchter's most requested seminar. "We all have an innate power with- in us to achieve and connect with everything we want in life -- in a dream career, a relationship, finan- cially, with our health, state of mind, family, as well as emotional and spir- itual self," Mr. Zuchter said. He's been referred to as the "Tony Robbins meets Deepak Chopra of the 21st century." Mr. Zuchter has given more than 500 seminars, speaking to thou- sands, both nationally and interna- tionally. He's the author of 'Journey to Prosperity: The Adventure of a Lifetime'. It's being held Sunday, Feb. 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the HMS Ajax Room of the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Cen- tennial Rd. The cost is $45 in advance or at the door. For more information or to order tickets, call 1-866-258-1098. Should teachers be allowed to strike? Join the discussion: durhamregion.com Ajax squad claims News Advertiser tourney for second straight year BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——To quote the inim- itable Yogi Berra, it was déjà vu all over again at the News Advertiser Classic Senior Boys’ Basketball Tournament last weekend. The host St. Mary Monarchs (23- 5) had designs on capturing the championship and wresting the classic crown away from the Picker- ing High School Trojans (20-6), who won the title a year ago. And, the two-day, eight-team tournament at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School unfolded per- fectly to allow the two Durham Re- gion squads to renew their hard- wood rivalry for a second consecu- tive year in Saturday night’s well- attended final. It was the defending champion Trojans, however, who deviated from the script, breaking up a close game at the end of the third quar- ter to win it going away 67-53. The Classic represented the Tro- jans’ third tournament victory of the season, after winning titles at the Seneca and McMaster events. Also competing in the 2003 Clas- sic were the Brother Andre Catholic High School Cardinals from Markham, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Collegiate Blue Devils and the Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School Mavericks from Toronto, Waterloo Collegiate Institute Vikings from Waterloo, Assumption Catholic Secondary School Crusaders from Burlington, and the Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School Celtics from Hamilton. The key to the victory, noted Tro- jans’ coach Ron Parfitt, was getting his starters back on the floor in the fourth quarter after some foul trou- ble kept them on the bench for a long stretch of the third. Once on the floor, the Trojans executed to a ‘T’ to slow down the Monarchs who trailed by 10 (38-28) early in the third, but closed the gap to just one (45-44) at the start of the fourth. “They closed the gap then we got into foul trouble,” explained Parfitt. “We got our starters back on the floor in the fourth quarter. We put the ball inside three times in a row and we either scored or got fouled. That was the difference.” The Monarchs got off to a slug- gish start, allowing the Trojans to go on a 10-0 run to open the game. By the end of the quarter, Pickering led by a healthy 20-9 count. St. Mary chipped away at the Trojans’ lead through the second quarter, narrowing the gap to seven points (35-28) at the interval. A three-point field goal by Jason Jordan to open the fourth quarter put the Trojans in flight, going on a 7-0 run before Monarchs’ Sydney Bookal answered with a field goal. By that point, the momentum was firmly with the Trojans who opened up a 10-point cushion with two min- utes to go. Monarchs’ coach Mike Gorden- sky said his team’s third-quarter run at the Trojans left nothing in the tank for the stretch run. “We didn’t have anything left in the fourth quarter and they stepped it up a bit,” said Gorden- sky. “Pickering played well. They shot really well and we struggled on offence.” It was also déjà vu in another way at the classic. Pickering High for- ward Jerome Forde was named the most valuable player of the tourna- ment for the second consecutive year. Despite a solid, overall game for the Trojans and scoring 10 points, the soft-spoken Forde thought other players were more deserving, pointing to Jason Jordan and Omar Green who played exceptionally well in the final. “First of all, everybody played ex- cellent. Our shots were going in from the outside and that created some open spots inside,” said Forde. “We worked the high-low to perfection. Jason Jordan, Omar Green and Mike Brown provided excellent defence on the perimeter. They created turnovers for fast- break points.” Pickering had five players in dou- ble figures in the final: Jordan with 16, Ian Wight with 15, Brown with 13, Navin Singh with 12 and Forde with 10. David Ferdinand scored 26 for St. Mary, while Sydney Bookal had 10. The Trojans booked their ticket to the final with impressive early- round victories. Pickering opened the tournament with a decisive 64- 43 over Waterloo Collegiate Friday. Forde led the way with 20 points, followed by Jordan with 16. In a game that was supposed to have been much closer, the Trojans blew out the Jean Vanier Mavericks 82-50 in the semifinal Saturday. Singh netted 18, followed by Jordan with 17 and Forde with nine. Meanwhile, the Monarchs scorched the Brother Andre Cardi- nals 85-41 in the opener Friday. Fer- dinand scored 21, followed by Mike Guiam with 19. In the semifinal, the Monarchs got past the Laurier Blue Devils 58-53. Ferdinand scored 19, Guiam had 17 and Bookal chipped in with 10. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003, 2003 PAGE 11 P Oshawa Civic Auditorium 99 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa Info.: 905-728-5163 Thurs. Feb. 6, 7:05 pm vs Ottawa “Acklands Grainger Night” Prices $ 6 to $ 13 - Free Parking HOCKEYSSppoorrttss &&RReeccrreeaattiioonn WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Pickering High turns in classic — again Andrew Iwanowski/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Monarchs David Ferdinand, left, trips over the foot of Pickering Trojans Mike Brown during the championship game at the News Advertiser Classic senior boys’ basketball tournament at St. Mary Saturday. The Trojans won 67-53, earning their sec- ond consecutive Classic tournament crown. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers James Gadon (20) and Corey Black (17) attempt to corral a loose puck while two Ajax Axemen move into the play during OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action at Pickering Friday. The Panthers rebounded from a 3-0 deficit to win 5-3. Pickering Panthers roll into the playoffs Junior club wins three of last six as post-season looms BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers are headed into the playoffs on a high. After taking a come-from-behind 5-3 win over rival Ajax in OHA On- tario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action Friday night and finishing the weekend with a 6-5 overtime victory over the North York Rangers Saturday afternoon, the club appears ready for post- season play, expected to start later this week. “We’ve put ourselves in a posi- tion to determine our own out- come,” said Panthers head coach Jim Wilson of the crucial weekend victories. Chasing the Ajax Axemen (12-31- 3-3 for 30 points) for most of the season, the Panthers (12-31-3-2 for 29 points) held the final say on the playoff race. A win last night at Os- hawa against the Legionaires (the result wasn’t available at press time) and the Panthers placed sev- enth in the South Conference standings and play the St. Michael’s Buzzers in the best-of- Sports Briefs FEBRUARY 5, 2003 Felicien’s worlds ahead of the competition PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——A Pickering hurdler is back in the athletic spotlight after a spectacular showing at an early-season collegiate meet in Utah recently. Perdita Felicien, a Canadian Olympian and standout hurdler for the University of Illinois Fighting Illini women’s track and field team, was honoured as the Big Ten track and field female athlete of the week. She garnered the award after winning the 60-metre hurdles in- door title at the Olympic Oval Invitational in Salt Lake City late last month. Her time of 7.97 seconds is the fastest so far this year in the world. It is the only sub-eight second time. Felicien beat Tiffany Lott-Hogan, who’s the current world indoor record holder in the 55m hurdles. “I thought I had a slow reaction time, so I was kind of shocked with the time,” Felicien told the University of Illinois ath- letic Web site. “It’s great to get this sea- son started out with such a great time.” Felicien won three Big Ten track ath- lete of the week awards last season. Sudden death for Panther hopes PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Pickering Pan- thers But’N’Ben Bakery/The Food Plus Company major bantam ‘A’ rep hockey team fell just short of repeating as champions at the recent Stouffville Tour- nament, losing the final in overtime to the Newmarket Redmen. Tied 2-2 at the end of regulation time, the Redmen scored a minute into the extra frame from a faceoff in the Pickering zone. The club’s were playing three players aside at that point of sud- den death. Newmarket drew first blood with a goal late in the second period. Phillip Pett answered 10 seconds later with an unassisted marker to tie it up. The Pan- thers then took the lead early in the third with a goal from defenceman Zack Mil- cawich, assisted by Chad Gaudet and Pett. Newmarket tied the game with less than three minutes remaining. In the semifinals, Pickering coasted to any easy 6-1 win over the Scarborough Sabres. The Gaudet, Dan Glavin, and Pett line led the way, as Pett had two goals and two assists, Gaudet had a goal and three assists and Glavin contributed a goal and an assist. Andrew Pavlidis and Grant Ellis scored the other goals. Jor- dan Pollari had two assists, with singles to Branden Cleary and Darryn Carpen- ter. Devon Tannahill and Dave Tomei were solid in goal, splitting the duties in the final two games. The Panthers opened the tourna- ment with a 9-0 blowout of the Scarbor- ough Sabres. Pickering’s Jordan En- twistle scored in the first minute of play and the rout was on. Leading the charge was Ellis and Gaudet with two goals and an assist apiece, Patrick Holmes and Pett with a goal and two assists each, and Glavin and Pollari each with two as- sists. Single goals went to defenceman Michael Accettone and Carpenter. Matt McGeown and Pavlidis each picked up an assist. Tomei was sharp in picking up the shutout. In Game 2, Pickering defeated the host Stouffville team 2-1 in a hard-fought game. Scoring the winning goal with less than four minutes left in the third period was Ellis from Holmes. Pett opened the scoring in the second from Gaudet and Accettone. Tannahill played a strong game in goal, with several sensational saves in the third. Game 3 against the Redmen was a hard-hitting, fast-paced affair. Pickering had the tables turned on them as the Redmen scored twice in the third to hand Pickering a 4-2 loss. Holmes scored from Accettone, and Pett notched the other marker, from Gaudet and Ellis, to tie the game 2-2 in the second. Missing from the lineup with an in- jured shoulder was Mike O’Sullivan and catching some rays in sunny Cuba was Joel Farren. Chris Glavin coaches the team, as- sisted by Steve Pett and Matt Glavin. The trainer is Ron Cleary and the manager is Dan Farren. JJEERROOMMEE FFOORRDDEE News Advertiser Classic MVP for the second consecutive year. PPEERRDDIITTAA FFEELLIICCIIEENN Top indoor hurdles time in the world. ✦ Please see Panthers, 15 PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The consolation cham- pionship at the News Advertiser Classic was anything but a classic. The Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School Celtics of Hamilton had little trou- ble capturing the crown after handily dumping the Brother Andre Cardinals of Markham 70-51. The Celtics opened the game on a 16- 0 run before the Cardinals could muster a field goal, owing to a much bigger Bish- op Ryan front court that kept Brother Andre off the boards at both ends of the court. Bishop Ryan led 24-5 at the end of the first quarter, leaving little doubt about the outcome. “We’re a lot bigger team than they are,” said Celtics coach Kevin Daly. “We just had the size and we got to all the of- fensive rebounds and the defensive re- bounds. But, they worked hard. They’re a good team.” His charges rebounded from a 69-60 opening-round loss to the Jean Vanier Mavericks to edge the Waterloo Colle- giate Vikings 64-62 to earn the date with Brother Andre. “We’re happy to win the consolation championship. It’s a very strong tourna- ment. We lost to a good team in our first game and were happy to win two games here,” said Daly. After losing its opening-round game 85-41 to the host St. Mary Monarchs, Brother Andre rebounded to edge the Assumption Crusaders of Burlington 56- 55 to advance to the consolation game. Emeli Egbo led the way for the Celtics with 29 points. Jermaine Griffin and Justin Toribio sunk 17 points apiece for the Cardinals. 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Sales experi- ence and plumbing knowledge are definite assets. Driver's license necessary. Room to grow with the company. Con- tact David (905)430-1502. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 F/T DENTAL RECEPTIONIST, P/T HYGIENIST. Come Join our Dynamic Team! Must have Dental Reception/Hygiene expe- rience, Tracker software knowl- edge beneficial. Please deliver resume in person to: Whitby Dental Centre, Attention: Dr. Ho. 3-1101 Brock St. South, Whitby. GROWING BROOKLIN prac- tice seeking Dental Assistant/ Receptionist. Must be HARP certified. Fax resume to: 905- 432-2522 att: Carole. LEVEL II ASSISTANT required for progressive family prac- tice located in Scarborough. Full time. No weekends. Fax resume to: 416-261-8190 POSITION AVAILABLE for a Health Care Practitioner at a busy registered massage therapy clinic. Bloor/Ritson area) Call (905) 243-1038. PT WITH POSSIBILITY of F/T, experienced Cardiac Stress Technician to work in very fast paced Cardiology office in the Durham Region. Fax re- sume to: 905-725-2348, Only experienced need apply. RPN'S - full time and part time, South Pickering retire- ment home. Fax resume to: (905)509-0011. Attention Ad- ministrator. WHITBY dental practice re- quired Dental Hygienist, with excellent communication skills to join our team. Per- manent position. Please fax resume to 905-668-8790. Houses For Sale100 AJAX - Save the commission $$$-buy before listed! Lovely well-maintained spacious 3 bedroom townhouse, upgrad- ed neutral flooring, eat in kitchen, fin. rec room, 1-4 and 2-2 pc. washrooms, attached single garage, nice private backyard. Rec centre with pool, demand area, within walking distance to waterfront trails and most amenities. Well managed, very attractive complex. Spring possession. Asking $169,000. Willing to entertain reasonable and seri- ous offers. Jack 416-264-2311 ext. 349 or 905-686-4044. PRIVATE SALE - Luxury Free- hold Victorian Townhouse (Bowmanville). Shows 10+. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, A/C, finished basement, hard- wood, ceramics, eat-in kitch- en, gas fireplace. Backs onto park. Commuters Dream. Walking distance to schools. Just move in and enjoy! Priced to sell at $164,900. Call for an appointment (905) 242- 6015. Open house this Sat. Feb. 8 and Sun. Feb. 9 (2 - 4 p.m.) ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS 0% COMMISSION for sale or for rent by owner website and FREE newspaper www.privateexchange.com 905-426-5699 $160,000 - PICKERING,im- maculate 2 storey freehold townhome, 2 bedrooms, en- suite bathroom, numerous up- grades, c/a, dishwasher, ga- rage, private drive, private backyard. (905) 686–8717 or stephanie. freeman@ca.pwcglobal.com AJAX SOUTH garage, loft, linked, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, finished basement, family kitchen, ceramics, new broadloom, 3 appliances. 905- 619–6934. $212,500. 3-BEDROOM BRICK bunga- low with garage, near Oshawa Centre. Large lot, hardwood floors, open basement. Private $169.000. Call 905-723-0722 OPEN HOUSE, Sunday Feb. 9, 1-4pm. 2100 sq ft. Tormina home, desirable Fallingbrook area. $279,999. 9 Clune Place, Whitby, 905-430–6466. Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 LOW LEASE RATE - 49,200 sq. ft. Greater Toronto Area East (Ajax). 100% air-condi- tioned space, 162 parking spaces, truck level shopping (building and parking can be expanded.) Ideal for offices, manufacturing, call center training facilities, engineering labs. Everett O. Clarke, Asso- ciate Broker. LeGrice Real Estate Services Inc. (905) 470-2288 ext. 34 SHORT TERM WAREHOUS- ING SPACE.14,400 sq. ft. - 6 truck level shopping. Low lease rate till September 30/ 03. Everett O. Clarke, Asso- ciate Broker, LeGrice Real Estate Services Inc. (905) 470-2288 Ext. 34 Office & Business space150 400 SQ. FT FURNISHED of- fice space immediately avail- able. $350/month plus GST. One month free. Prime Osha- wa location. Call Steve or Steven 905-576-6999 or 905- 434-0041 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 515-sq.ft to 2495-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 SMALL, BRIGHT, Profession- al Office: Furnished, High Speed Internet & Voice Mail. $400 per month. Call 905-428- 0956 Stores For Sale Rent/Wanted155 2 STORES FOR RENT on Simcoe St in downtown Osha- wa. These locations very close to school surrounded by high-rise & office buildings. Excellent location for any type of business such as dollar stores, printing or travel offic- es. Rent starts from $500- $750/month. 905-303–7841 APPROXIMATELY 700-750 sq.ft. store. Downtown Whitby, $750/month plus utilities. Call Dave Watkins, ReMax First (905)668–3800. Business Opportunities160 CAFÉ Breakfast, lunch, kitch- en, sub bar, ice cream coun- ter, seats 56, great Oshawa plaza location, $79,900. Phil Nicols -ReMax (289)314-5386 CANDY ROUTE - (Risk Free), Many success stories!! Prov- en Earner: $4K - $8K Month. www.uturncanada.com DOLLAR DISCOUNT STORE for sale, busy plaza in Picker- ing. Well established from last eight years. Excellent family business. 905-839-4396, 416- 417-2262 ESTABLISHED LICENSED RESTAURANT and bar. Turn- key operation. Good for fami- ly, fast food or specialty res- taurant. Call (905)728–9765, Tues-Sat 11am-9pm. SALES. ADVANCED Commis- sions. Working from home. Helping Attorney. Get paid da- ily. 905-430-3815 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT, Whitby Regency Cr., sep. en- trance, no smoking/pets, all inclusive $675/month, first/ last. Credit check +references required. March 1. 905-666- 1472 1 LARGE BEDROOM. apar- tment walkout, extremely clean. parking, air, cable, ap- pliances, Thickson / 401 Whitby. Approximately March 8, $795 inclusive, first/last, no pets, non smoker, 905-666– 0179, 905-431-0202. A must see. HWY#2/BROCK BRAND NEW one bedroom basement apt. Separate entrance. Available immediately. No smoking/no pets. $800. Call 905-831-3830 or 416-219-7339. 2 BEDROOM APT.596 Chaucer Ave, $825 mo. inclu- sive, first & last, avail. immed. Call Farida at 905- 427–5580/ 905-576-5512 (days) 2 BEDROOM basement, Liv- erpool/Bayly. 4 appliances, A/ C, well-maintained, separate entrance, large eat-in kitchen. steps to Mall/GO, parking, no smoking/dogs, $900/mo. 905- 665–7355. 1 BEDROOM ground floor apt. available immediately, $625+hydro. First/last. Ux- bridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking. References. Call Sam 905-709-8152. 2 LARGE MULTI-LEVEL units, 1-2br, 1-3br, freshly painted, hardwood refinished, no dogs. Near schools, shopping Dun- das/Cochrane, Whitby. Call to view 905-666-4145 before 9pm 3 & 2-BDRM APTS in duplex. Furnished or unfurnished. Harmony/Olive area, Oshawa. Avail. immediately. $1100 & $850 inclusive. First/last. Call (905)725-5826 AJAX 67 Church St. Large 2- bdrm avail. Feb. & March in clean, quiet building. $1050 includes parking, hydro, new appliances. (905)426-1161 AJAX CENTRAL, basement apt., 1-bedroom, clean+bright, 4 appliances included, parking for 1, sep. entrance, no pets. $560/ month. Mar. 1. 905-683-8768 2 BEDROOM Pickering Village (Church and #2) ground floor, bright, modern, im- mediate. lst/last, credit check, $750 pm. inclusive. Golf Realty Inc. 905-426–5664 RPNS Westshore Retirement Village, in Port Perry. Requires RPNs for part time night positions. Please fax resume to 905-985-1881 or phone Judy Life 905-985-8660 NURSES (RN & RPN) LAB TECHNOLOGISTS Needed for In- surance Medicals for the Oshawa and surrounding areas. Venipuncture skills and reliable vehicle essential. Fax re- sume to: (800)-644-4011 or call (800) 461-6367 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Order Takers Required $17.50 per hr. avg. Plus bonuses & trips Full training provided Call Dave for an interview 905-435-0280 PART TIME POSITION Storage facility in Pickering requires mature, reliable per- son to work 1 day/ week on Saturdays plus vacation relief for managers. Cus- tomer service and basic computer skills required: showing/ cleaning rental units, processing rental contracts and payments. Fax Resume: (905) 839-4337 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. ATTENTION Personnel Required Home Heating/ Service Protection Program Avg. $1200.00 per week Car Required Call Brian 905-435-0518 Adult Route Operators for home delivery of The Toronto Star in Whitby, Ajax, or Pickering. Earn up to $1100 per month part-time. Call 1-800 804-9663 noon-8 pm. Openings in • customer service • marketing/ sales • entry level mgmt. F/T. 18+ Call Kelly 905-576-4425 $400-$600/wk.A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. PUC Networks Inc. Oshawa Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. Requires a Financial Analys t S erving over 45,000 customers, Oshawa PUC Networks Inc., a subsidiary of Oshawa Power and Utilities Corporation, is the local distribution company in the City of Oshaw a. R eporting to the Accounting Manager, the Financial Analyst position will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of monthly financial reporting and will perform financial analysi s. K ey Responsibilities : • Prepare monthly financial statements, statistics, analysis and commentary for inclusion in the monthly reporting package to senior management. • Maintain balance sheet and prepare monthly account reconciliations. • Confirm monthly revenue billed and accrued and commodity billed and used. • Assist with the compilation of the departmental operating and capital budgets • Assist with the year end audit and Ontario Energy Board submission s. T he successful candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, combined with the ability to meet simultaneous deadlines while performing well in a team environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must and knowledge of Great Plains Dynamics and Harris software is an asset. Experience with an Ontario utility and familiarity with the Ontario Energy Board Accounting Procedures Handbook would also be a definite asset. The successful candidate will hold a professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CGA ). A pplications will be received until February 19, 200 3. O shawa PUC Networks Inc. 100 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa, ON L1H 7M7 Attention: Sue Dickinson, Manager of Human Resources email: sdickinson@opuc.on.c a W e thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police 95 Bayly St. W., Unit #1, Ajax, Ontario Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers KIDS! KIDS! KIDS! - Ages 2+ - Wanted for TV, Movies & Video Jobs! No fees!! Men/women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same ! No extras. Parents Call (416) 221-3829 • Legal Administrative Assistant • Law Clerk • Medical Office Assistant • Esthetics and Salon Operations • Personal Support Worker (PSW) LEGAL ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE • Network Administrator (MCSA) For More Information Please call 905-665-6752 or email: albionhills@on.aibn.com We Provide: • Late Model Equipment • Satellite Dispatch • Excellent Maintenance Program • 24 Hour Dispatch • Competitive Pay Package • Benefit Package • Weekly Pay-Direct Deposit • No NYC • No Slip Seating • Home Every Weekend We Require: • Valid AZ License • Clean Driving Abstract • Professional Attitude We are a Whitby, Ontario Based Carrier specializing in expedited service to and from the U.S. Albion Hills Industries Ltd. AZ HIGHWAY DRIVERS 509 Drivers 509 Drivers look what we can offer you FREE! Services Job Opportunities $$$$$$$$$$$ Resumes YMCA Durham Employment Services 1550 Kingston Rd., Pickering (Hwy 2 & Valley Farm Rd.) (905)427-7670 1-866-964-JOBS 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. NEEDED NOW!! General Labour s • Bowmanville • Pickering • Whitby • Scarboroug h N O EXPERIENCE REQUIRE D C ompetitive pay rates. Safety shoes a must. Apply to Global Human Resources recruiting on Thurs. Feb. 6th 10 am - 3 pm at Howard Johnson Hotel, 143 Duke Street Bowmanville (Liberty & Baseline, north of 401) . All other weekdays apply to 777 Warden Ave., Suite #217 HERBAL MAGIC Weight Loss Clinic now hiring. Full-time positions available. All training provided. Sales experience an asset. Excellent career opportunity, room for advancement. Call (905)725-4146 JOB FAIR International marketing firm needs to fill openings in all areas of the company • customer service • management • administration • sales Apply today - start tomorrow Call Mona 905-436-8866 or apply online at www.abstractpromo.com NEW TO CANADA? LOOKING FOR WORK? Join our 3 day Job Search Workshop Within 3 short days you will: Have a resume that works Understand the labour market Know how to look for the best jobs Be able to ace an interview To register for our FREE workshops Call Sandy or Patricia at The Unemployed Help Centre (905)420-4010 1400 Bayly, Unit 12 (near the GO Station) Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 510 General Help 510 General Help WHITE CLIFFE TERRACE is currently recruiting for the position of F/T RECREATION CO-ORDINATOR responsible for the organization, planning and involvement in the recreation programs. A degree in recreation or activation is required. Management training and experience in geriatrics would be an asset. Must possess a current, valid Driver's License. Submit resume by February 14 to: The Administrator, White Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence, 1460 Highway #2, Courtice, Ontario L1E 3C4 HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SMALL TOOL MECHANIC Required for local Construction Co. Duties will include shop and field service calls. Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast paced environment. Requirements include Mechanic Certification, DZ License and a Dangerous Goods Certificate would be an asset. Please fax resume to (905)668-3584 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Automated machinery manufacturing company in the Courtice area is ac- cepting resumes for the following posi- tions: • Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright - hand tools a must. Must be able to work alone and with a team. Mechani- cal and electrical experience is a plus. • CNC Machinist - Should have basic measuring tools. • General Labourer - Ind. exp is a plus Positions are open to junior an senior applicants. Wage based on experience and education. Fax resume with references to Mr. Ells at 905-434-6409 is seeking PACKAGING MECHANICS Must have Ontario industrial Millwrights license, experience with high speed PLC controlled packaging equipment. Shift work required. Start rate $24.63 Send resume to: 144 Mills Road, Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H1 Fax: 905-683-5087 careers@mother-parkers.com ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK Required for busy construction office Minimum 5 years experience in all aspects of Accounts Payable. Required Knowledge: •Subcontract Payables, Documents • Holdback Regulations • Purchase Order reconciliation • Cost Allocations • Microsoft Office Applications • Jonas Software an asset State salary expectations on cover letter Forward resume complete with references to: 905-686-1155 525 Office Help 525 Office Help ADMINISTRATOR for New Home Sales Office (Tribute Communities)in South Ajax. Must have both people and computer skills (Excel & Word). Must also be able to work evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to 905- 428-2721 BUSINESSES WANTED We are interested in growing our business into new areas by acquisitions or partner- ships. If you have a Durham Region / Northumberland County area business that would benefit from more promotion, we may be interested in talking with you. Our interest is primarily, but not restricted to, businesses in the areas of publishing, distribution, printing, customer fulfillment, consumer and trade shows, and advertising agencies. Please write to: File #825, c/o Oshawa This Week PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Email:morebusinesswanted@hotmail.com describing the nature of your business with addresses / phone numbers to contact you. We will only contact businesses of interest. 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax 2 & 3 bed. apartments. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 155 Stores For Sale, Rent/Wanted AJAX 2-Bedroom basement, 4-appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $850+1/2 utilities. Avail- able March 1. Call Richard Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/ Weekends 905-686-9662. AJAX, 1-BDRM basement, bright & clean, new carpeting, share laundry, $800 inclusive, Avail- able Feb. 1st. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077ext. 24, Evenings/ Weekends 905-442-0020 AJAX, NICE WALKOUT base- ment apartment, small 1-bed- room. Eat-in kitchen, private laundry, use of backyard. $700 monthly including utili- ties. Call (905)404–4409 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Spacious 2-bedroom apart- ment, hardwood/parquet floor- ing, near 401, Hospital, schools, GO, Town transit. 76 Liberty St. Bowmanville. start- ing at $890/month inclusive, 905-623-4172 AVAILABLE MARCH 1ST.Lg. 2 bdrm bsmt, quiet. Pr. Pkng/ sep. ent. No smoking/pets. $900 Incl. (647) 290-6067 BROOKLIN - 2 Bedroom apt., 4 appliances, $795. Also one bedroom, 2 appliances, $625. Redecorated, available now, plus hydro. 2nd floor. 905-424- 9743. BRIGHT 2-BDRM Whitby bsmt apt. Separate entrance, laundry, parking. $875/month inclusive. 1st/last. Avail. Feb. 15th. No pets/smoking. Call 905-665–7858 CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bdrm Avail. March & April 1st $825. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723- 0977 9am-5pm EXECUTIVE LARGE 1-Brdm above ground apt w/walk-out facing ravine. Oshawa. Avail. March 1st. Shows a 10+. Non- smoker, no pets, professional singles preferred. $900 inclu- sive. 905-431-9210 or 905- 434-6255. FOR SINGLE EXECUTIVE - Ajax, brand new large one bedroom apt. at ground level. Approx. 800 sq. ft. available. $800 plus utilities. Avail. Feb. 28th. No pets/No smokers. Call Fred 905-619-9500. SPACIOUS, CLEAN 1-bed- room apartment separate en- trance, kitchen, new applianc- es. Available immediately. Single professional preferred. No pets, no smoking. $700/ month, first/last. Pauline, (905)426–6208 NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE 3- bedroom apt. 1400sq.ft. main floor in triplex. 3 separate en- trances, hardwood flooring in bedrooms, laundry, walkout balcony, very clean. $950/in- clusive. Also, 2 bedroom apartment, $800/inclusive first/last, No pets. March1st. (905)723–9577 NEWCASTLE - large 2 bed. apt. Lease $825/mo. + utilities Beautiful country setting, available March 1st. Refer- ences. Days 416-925-4247; Eve. 905-893-9146. NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2- bedroom walkout basement, central air, suitable for profes- sional/couple, March 1. First/ last, no smoking/pets $875 inclusive. 905-720-2307 NORTHWEST OSHAWA Two 3 bedroom units, both are bright, clean, freshly painted. Suits non-smokers, no pets. Credit/ personal references required. Available immediately. $1085-up or $985-down in- cludes utilities. Betty, Sales Representative ReMax Ability 905-434-7777 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call (905)579-3700. OSHAWA SPACIOUS 2-bdrm in duplex. Kitchen w/fridge, stove, living-room, dining- room. Backyard access. Available immediately. $925 inclusive. No pets/smoking. Call after 5:30pm 905-728- 1963 OSHAWA - one bed. base- ment apt. 3pc. bath (shower), 4 appliances, parking, back- yard, c/air, non-smoker/no pets. $600+hydro. First/last/ references. Available imme- diately. 905-623–6034 OSHAWA - WHITBY,modern 2 bedroom apartment, from $795 plus hydro, in low rise, fridge, stove, parking, laundry included. lst/last, references required. Available imme- diately. For Oshawa (905) 728-8066, for Whitby (905) 442-8802. OSHAWA 2 AND 3 BEDROOM apartment, laundry room each floor. Very quiet, exclu- sive, adult lifestyle building. No pets. 905-579-9016 OSHAWA APTS.professional new ownership/management, newly renovated 2+3 bed- rooms from $800, new ap- pliances. Building upgrades to include: security cameras, new windows and more! On transit route, near schools/ amenities. 905-404-4002 OSHAWA,Freshly painted updated decor, 2-bedroom, $725 plus hydro in clean, quiet bldg includes parking, laun- dry on site. Available March lst. (905)434–9844. OSHAWA/WHITBY AREA- 2 bedrooms, new basement apt. in lovely home for quiet ma- ture working people. Excellent job references required. Close to all amenities. All inclusive $950/first/last. No pets. Avail- able immediately. Days 416- 282-4694; after 6 p.m. 905- 438-1935. PICKERING gorgeous bright walkout basement apt. Self contained, 4 appliances, 2- parking, Brock/Major Oaks, March 1st. $900. 905-428- 2015. PICKERING - EXECUTIVE home, basement apartment, parking, all inclusive, in- cludes cable, single working person preferred, $800. lst/ last. Avail. immediately. (905)420-8376 PICKERING BACHELOR- basement apt. March 1st. 5- min. walk-Pickering Town Centre/ Go-Station/bike-trails/ other amenities. Street-park- ing, no pets. Non-smoker pre- ferred, First/last/all inclusive/ $550, shared entrance. 905- 837–9764 PICKERING VILLAGE, luxury executive 2 bedroom, walk- out, parking, cable, a/c, alarm, 4 appliances, separate laun- dry, centre island, no pets,/no smoking, $1200 inclusive, call (416) 712–2008. PICKERING VILLAGE 2 bed- room mainfloor bungalow, 12 Church St.S., $900 +utilities. 905-683-5865 PICKERING,beautiful large 2- bdrm basement, parking, laundry, a/c, separate en- trance, near Whites/Bayly, near school/shopping. March 1st. $890 inclusive. 905-831- 3091 PICKERING,nicest 3 bed- room, main floor, bright, clean, a/c, new windows, yard back to park, parking, 5 ap- pliance,s hardwood floors, $1,245+ (416) 459-2350. PICKERING- Large 2 bed- room, basement apt, 1500 Sq.ft. Separate entrance. $900/ mth. inclusive. Avail. immed. No smoking/pets. First/Last. 647-229-2035. (leave message) PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly 3 bedroom (main floor) $1250+utilities. 1 bedroom plus den (basement) $850+ utilities. Minutes to 401/GO, off-street parking, references required, available March 1. 416-806–6306 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to downtown. Dai- ly activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905-430-7397. www.realstar.ca RENOVATED double aptart- ment main & lower 3 bed- rooms, 2-kitchenettes, 2-new baths 2-entrances. No smok- ing/pets, end Feb. Whitby $1250. 905-665-6666, 416- 989-8080. SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 2 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,360. per mo. Available from March lst. Call (905) 571–3760 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA - Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities includ- ed. 1-bdrm, Feb 1st, $729/ mo., 2-Bedroom, immediately & March 1, $829/mo. 905- 436-7686 until 7:30pm TESTA HEIGHTS -2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE One & two bedroom apts. available. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WEST SHORE, BRIGHT,2- bedroom basement apartment in nice Pickering neighbour- hood. $700/month plus utili- ties No smoking, no dogs. 1 parking spot. Credit, referenc- es, first/last required. For more info call Liz Quinn Pru- dential Achievers Realty, (905)428-7677. WHITBY - 3 BEDROOM main floor, 5 appliances, 2 car parking, close to schools, shopping. $1200+60% utili- ties. Available Immediately. Richard - Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/Weekends 905-686- 9662. WHITBY TWO 2-bedroom apartments, March 1st. $825, Very spacious, clean, quiet building, parking. Near GO train/401. Fridge/stove. No dogs. 905-404-1414. WHITBY - Thickson/Burns, furnished bachelor apt. for student or day worker pre- ferred. Not sep. entrance. No smoking/no pets. $600/mo. inclusive. 905-668-7479 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY, BROCK/DUNDAS, large 3-bdrm top floor of tri- plex. Appliances, coin laun- dry, 1 parking space, $990- $1040+hydro. References / application required. James (905)509–1805 Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. GORGEOUS PICKERING Tri- del condo, one bedroom, un- derground parking, security, pool gym, available April lst. Utilities included. $l,350 monthly. Barry (905) 420-0468 or (416) 421-8588 PICKERING PARKWAY, 3 bedroom, spacious, quiet building, $1400 per month plus hydro. Avail. March 1, first and last. call (647) 271– 6999 (local) WHITBY, Garden/Rossland one bedroom w/solarium, 1&1/2 baths, 5 appliances, air- conditioning, indoor lap pool w/hot tub, party & rec-room, indoor parking, west view. Available immediately. $1100/ inclusive. 905-728–3276 Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $30,000+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Asso- ciate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728- 9414, or 1-877-663-1054, kencollis@sympatico.ca A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUND- ING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/ Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600. A PICKERING,large 4-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, familyroom w/ fireplace, walk-out to deck, garage, 5 appliances, $1500. www.upscalerentals.ca More rentals available. 647-280- 4074. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,400 to $6,500 per month plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen, associate broker, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990. AJAX - beautiful 3 bedroom semi main floor, laundry, parking, c/air, no pets/no smoking, March 1st. $995+ 60% utilities. 905-686–8104, 905-767-2642. AJAX,4-bedroom, senior ex- ecutive 3200-sq.ft. home, family room, fireplace, office, crown mouldings, loaded, $2500. Also available 4500- sq.ft. home. 905-686–4070 BEAUTIFUL HOUSE in Osha- wa, 3 bedroom plus loft plus finished basement, 2 baths, 5 appliances, fenced yard, parking pets welcome, $1500+ utilities/mo. Available March 1st. Professional with refer- ences preferred. 905-686– 1763 BROOKLIN 3+2 bedroom new bungalow, hardwood, ceram- ics, large kitchen, 3-baths, finished basement, security system, no pets/non-smoking. March 1st. References. $1600+. 905-655–0035 COURTICE - newer 3 bed- rooms, 3 washrooms, finished basement, no smokers, ga- rage, 1st/last/references re- quired. $1100+utilities. Near 401. 905-666-5290 after 4p.m. NORTH OSHAWA lovely 3 bedroom semi, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, gas fireplace, 4 ap- pliances, fenced yard, close to schools. $1250/month+ utilities, no pets/smokers. 905-721-8607. NORTH OSHAWA.3-bdrm bungalow w/finished bsmt, 2- gas f/p, master bdrm ensuite, main floor laundry, double ga- rage, clean, fenced yard, close to school/public trans- portation. No smokers/pets. Credit check, references req'd $1600 + utilities. To view call Donna Ratz 905-666-1333 OSHAWA DETACHED HOME centrally located with large yard. 3-bedrooms w/finished basement and 3-1/2 bath- rooms, minutes from shop- ping, schools, public trans- portation. (416)410-8762 AJAX main floor, 3 bedroom semi bungalow, laundry, parking, references, 1st/last, no pets/smoking, March 1/ Apr. 1. $1,075 plus part utili- ties. 905-686–6773 TOWNLINE / COURTICE - 2 bedroom brick bungalow plus extra room in basement could be used as 3rd bedroom, just painted/new windows, large lot, available now. $980 per month plus utilities. Call (905) 725-0646 after 6 p.m. WATERFRONT PROPERTY - 4 bedrooms, $1250 + utilities, washer, dryer, fridge, stove, available March 1st. First/last/ references required. South Pickering. 905-839–4789 WHITBY 4-bedroom house, near Go/401, gas fireplace, mainfloor familyroom, 2 car parking. $1300+ 65% utilities. First/Last, credit check. No smoking/animals. OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, FEB 22, 2-4 905-430–6979. WHITBY - DESIRED AREA on court main floor 3 bedroom bun- galow, in ground pool, 2 large decks, big backyard, $l,350. March lst. (905) 430–6014 WHITBY-Brock Dundas 3 bedroom bungalow, main floor only, large lot, garage, own laundry, no smoking/dogs, available now. $1100 plus. Condolyn Management 905- 428–9766 Townhouses For Rent190 3-BDRM NEW TOWNHOME with garage, walk-out from kitchen, 5 appliances, hard- wood, Downtown Pickering, close to 401/GO and all amenities. $1450+utilities Avail. Feb. 1st. Call Vince 905- 626-6726 BRAND NEW 3 BEDROOM townhouse, Bowmanville. End-unit with garage, all new appliances, $1200/mo. plus utilities, March 1st. First/last/ references. 905-623-5762.. CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. www.realstar.ca OSHAWA, BE A part of a community in a community. Now accepting applicants for 2 bedroom townhouses at Hillcrest Heights. Contact Ken 905-576-9299 Please, no calls after 9pm PICKERING Tridell town- house. 1935-sq.ft., 3-bed- rooms, gas fireplace, whirl- pool, gated security, ap- pliances, underground park- ing, near all amenities. $1650/ month, first/last, Jaan Krull, C- 21, Percy Fulton 905-683– 2100. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood floor- ing Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.realstar.ca WHY RENT?? $3,995 moves you in. $1350/month. Brand New! 3-bdrm, 2 bth, free cable & internet. Call (905)686– 4891. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 FAMILY HOME SETTING, Townline/King, Courtice. Shared accommodations, room for rent. Mature adult preferred. Call (905)576–9462 AJAX - 2 NICE CLEAN rooms $350/monthly. Available im- mediately. Call (905)427- 6106. PICKERING Brock/Hwy 2,2 furnished/unfurnished rooms available in home. Share kitchen, bathroom, laundry. Parking. $400 each. March 1. 905-683–8607, cell 416-821- 8185 Joan PICKERING BRIGHT furnished room. Share bath and laundry facilities. Light cooking, suits working gent. Non-smoker, $400, first/last, 905-686-0744. ROOM FOR RENT 401 and Holt Rd, Storage available, lots of parking. 905-442-4054 ROOM - ADELALAIDE/MARY Oshawa.Suit quiet working mature adult non-smoker, parking, Cable TV +kitchen privileges. $300-$350/month, first/last. 905-706-0998 WHITBY - ROOM in home, own bath, share kitchen, laun- dry, cable, parking, no smok- ing/pets. $400 per mo. Phone (905) 666–3478 WHITES/401 2 rooms, $450, bus stop at front door, suites working individual, first/last, references, no pets/smoking (416)917–4949. Shared Accommodation194 AJAX BEAUTIFUL new 4-bed- room home to share with fe- male. No pets, no smoking $575/month plus shared utili- ties. Immediate, first/last 416-835-1090. COUNTRY SETTING Northeast Oshawa, clean extra large bedroom, shared kitchen and basemen apt. for non-smoker/ drinker. Available immediate- ly. Reasonable. Joan (416)716–2778 days only. UPSCALE HOME to share. Large bedroom, large private den, 4pc. bathroom, full laun- dry, satellite, parking, no smoking/no pets. $800. Not- tingham Estates Ajax. 905- 427–7576 ask for Mike. Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey ($8/seat), Horse/dog Tracks, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. From March 1st on. Canadian Owner (727)538-2123 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 HUNTER'S DELIGHT - 9ft. slide in TRUCK CAMPER, 2 beds, stove with oven, fridge, furnace, washroom and hot water, can be seen at Castle- ton Hills Trailer Park, Lot 4 or call 1-866-241-2224 or 905- 344-7838. Snowmobiles233 1994 SKIDOO MX-470 excel- lent condition, $2500 includes 2003 trail pass. Call 905-718- 1467 Articles For Sale310 DANBY FREEZER 5 CU. FT. SCRATCH AND DENT $199. New danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 30" GAS STOVE,good condi- tion, $200 o.b.o. Call (905)839–8642. A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271- 4534. A-1 CARPETS! CARPETS! CARPETS! 3 rooms (30 yds.) commercial carpet $285 or Berber carpet from $375 in- cludes installation and FREE upgrade to 12 mm pad. Many other great choices to choose from. FREE shop at home service. Whitby to Cobourg area. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-242-3691 or 905-373- 2260. SOFA +LOVE SEAT 3 yrs $450/pr; Maple pedestal table +chairs $450; black 6pc. bed- room $400; captain's bed $150; gas stove 3yrs $400; freezer 3yrs $150; washing machine $175; fridge $150; apt. size washer $175; side- by-side fridge 3yr $775; Late 1920s 9pc dining room, $795. 905-260-2200 PIANO/CLOCK January Clear- nance Sale starts Jan. 24th on all Models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridg- es $100/up, stoves $150/up, washers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/ dryer $499/up. Portable dish- washer $175/up. Large se- lection of appliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/serv- ice. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11- 4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. ANTIQUE VICTORIAN table and 4 upholstered chairs, hand carved with inlaid wood, table has marble top, $1800. Also leather tufted loveseat $300. Call 905-720–3250 ANTIQUE WALNUT DINING Room set. Glass china cabi- net, Buffet Table w/1-leaf, five side chairs, 1-arm chai,r $2500, 905-655-3743 after 6pm. APARTMENT-SIZE piano, ex- cellent condition $1200 obo. 56" RCA projection TV $1500 obo. Call (905)623–1066 AREA RUGS,3 available, tra- ditional, size 44"x26". Antique pink and green. (905)697– 9462. (snp) BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packaged cost $1025, sell $450. Call 647- 271-4534 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including prem- ier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. COMPUTERS: Bits and Bytes Computer Services, Complete Systems Internet Ready: P200-$185; P2/350-$275; P3/ 500-$435; P2/233 Toshiba Laptop-$475. New CD-RW in- stalled for $85 w/system pur- chase. Computer accessories avail. 90-day Warranty on Re- furished Systems, Layaway Plan avail. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes. DIAMOND RING 1/2-carat (worth $2500) $895; 1910 fully restored antique ORGAN $695. 905-809-8613 DINING SET, SOLID OAK! Large, elegant table with 2 leaves, 6 chairs $750. White crib & mattress $100. Double stroller $85. (905)509–8343. DININGROOM 13 PCE cher- rywood. Double pedestal. 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DO IT YOURSELF Pool Kits. How To Seminar Included. Limited class size. We Train / You Work. Save Big Time! Book Now 905-686-2831 DOWNSIZING!Cherry dining room suite; living room furni- ture; oak kitchen table with 4 chairs; maple rocking chair. All appraised 905-576-1084 HOUSEHOLD ITEMS:kitchen cupboards, solid oak; kitchen set; windows; doors; bath- room fixtures; etc. Call 905- 509-0123 KING SIZE BEDSPREAD, bed skirt and two pillow shams. Moss green, suitable for tradi- tional bedroom. 905-697-9462 (snp) MOVING - leather sofa, love- seat; antique chair $499; bombay chair $270; original prints & pictures, authentic figurines, new shoes, table. Open to offers. 905-432-2102 or 905-261-0633. OAK DINING ROOM TABLE - w/6 chairs, padded backs $800. Oak kitchenette round table w/4 chairs $300. Excel- lent Condition. 905-668–6052. OAK KITCHEN CUPBOARDS, good condition, $650. Suitable for cottage or basement. Call days 905-579-3076; also 905- 924-3076. OIL TANK,new in Aug. 02, Complete $400.00 call (905) 697–1964 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS Stealth chip $60; PS2 neo 2.5 $95, Applechip $200, XBOX chip now avail. All work guar- anteed. Call East of Whitby (905)721-2365 or West of Whitby 416-456-4953. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOFA BED, rust, $150, love- seat, rust $100, recliner, medium brown, $90, 2 man bucksaws, $45 each. 905-373- 6082. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. WASHER/DRYER- 7yrs. old Maytag -$600 pr.,Refrigerator $400., Stove electric $250, (both frigidaire, white, 4yrs) old. All excellent condition (416) 831–3341. Articles Wanted315 WANTED: Children's bedroom furniture, Adults' bedroom fur- niture, solid maple or oak kitchen +dining furniture, liv- ing room furniture, good working major appliances. Will pay cash and pick up. Call 905-260-2200 Vendors Wanted316 5TH ANNUAL Garden & Land- scape Show. Children's Arena Oshawa, April 11th 12th, 13th, Vendor space available. Call Sharon Dickson 905-579-4400 ext. 2285 to reserve your booth. Sponsored by Oshawa Whitby This Week VENDORS NEEDED - The Oshawa This Week Home Show March 28 - March 30. New promotion, new format. Call Devon 905-579-4400 ext. 2236. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent very best quality hard-wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) ONTARIO MIXED hardwood, seasoned, delivered, stacking available. Evening calls (705) 484–0512 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES-Poodles , Husky X, Shepherd X, Lab X; Fox& Boston Terriers, Yellow Lab, Shi-tzu, Border Collies, Bea- gles, Jack Russell & Cocka- poos. 905-831-2145. LHASA-POO PUPPIES cute, adorable, non-allergenic, non- shedding, first shots, de- wormed. male/female, ready to go. (705) 878–0314 Cars For Sale400 1980 GRAND PRIX,no rust, no emissions, 132,000 km, as is $1500. obo. Need exhaust work. Call 905-623-9316 or 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. 1986 HONDA ACCORD 267000 km, e-tested. $1200 obo. 905-666–0462 1986 TOYOTA CELICA running condition $1200. Call (905)619–1046. 1990 CHEV CAPRICE Classic, mint condition, 132,000kms, last Caprice with rear wheel drive, reduced $4500. obo. Call (905)576–1280 or cell (905)447-0761. 1990 PONTIAC TEMPEST 3.1L, auto. body in good con- dition, motor runs great, $1800 obo. cert/e-tested. 905-242- 3425 after 6 p.m. 1990 PONTIAC TRANSPORT 7 -seater, $2999; 1989 Blazer 4X4, $2999; 1992 Cavalier $2499; 1993 Regal $3295; Over 15 vehicles, 4 others un- der $1999, certified & e-test- ed. 905-683-7301 or 905-424- 9002 after 6 p.m. 1989 CHRYSLER New York- ers, 4 dr., 3 litre, loaded, Lan- dau top, moon roof, air, power everything, excellent shape, certified and emission, 220.000kms. asking $1,850. Will consider what have you as part payment. 905-404– 8695. 1993 FORD FESTIVA, a great little car! New tires, block heater, 180,000kms. $2000 certified or $1800 uncertified. Please call Steve (905)720– 1161 1994 ACHIEVA,white, very clean, 120,000km on engine, new brakes, new tires, e-test- ed, certified. 3500-obo. It won't last. 905-434-8029 1994 GRAND AM, 4 dr., 3.1L, certified, e-tested, new brakes, highway miles. $3700. (905)576–0614 (snp) 1995 DODGE NEON 4-cylin- der, 5-speed, 4-door, white, grey interior, excellent condi- tion inside and out, great fuel economy, reliable, runs and drives like new. Reason for selling--bought a new car. $3900. certified/emissions 905-718-5032 1995 HONDA CIVIC,2 door coupe, 5-speed, red, a/c, pow- er mirrors, $6999.99 certified & e-tested or $6500 as is. Call (905)404–8684 (snp) 1995 NISSAN PATHFINDER XE V6 4X4 Automatic, loaded, CD w/remote. 220 Hwy kms. e-tested. Excellent condition. Must sell, $7900 cert. OBO 905-987-9966. 1995 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4-dr, 4-cyl, auto, 195k. A/C works great! Certified & e-tested. Awesome shape! Asking $4600. 905-571-5138 1996 SATURN SL2,automatic, 4 door, 4 cylinder, power windows and locks, cruise control, good condition, 149,000 ki., $6,000. certified. (905) 686–3216 1997 CHRYSLER INTREPID. black, 4-door, dual air-bags, power windows, locks & steer- ing, air, 127,000km. Certified, e- tested $6500. 905-619–3689 leave message 1998 SATURN 2dr. coupe, 100,00kms, 4 cyl., auto, air, p.s., p.b., p.windows & locks, stereo, extended warranty. Certified/e- tested $8400. (905)666–1434, (905)767-6748. 2000 TOYOTA COROLLA LE,fully loaded, mint condition, 40,000k, one lady owner, $15,800 o.b.o. Call 905-428-8638 2000 HYUNDAI ACCENT GS, black, gray interior, 5 spd., ps, cus- tom stereo CD/speakers, tinted windows, alarm, 95,000 km, $9800. One-owner. 905-831–6369 NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-6666 • Oshawa – 905-427-2828 • Toronto – 416-289-3673 • Fax – 905-839-6008 WE CAN HELP - FAST APPROVALS • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 AJAX 3 bed. main floor semi, Mar. 1st. $950. plus 60% util. First/last, References No smokers/pets. 905-839-5223 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office905-432-7200Ability R. E.Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P 1011 Simcoe St., N . • 3-bedroom renovated townhouses • Available immediately. • Inquire about our Move-In Bonus • from $995 + utilities, including parking • On-Sight Resident Manager (905) 579-7649 190 Townhouses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent Dynamic Dynamic Dynamic 316 Vendors Wanted 316 Vendors Wanted 316 Vendors Wanted NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-340-5559 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale AUCTION SALE Bruce Kellett Auctions Selling Estate of Late Elsie Goodall Oshawa, Estate from Lindsay & Others At Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Rd. South of Blackstock Saturday February 8, 2003 @ 10:30am White oak dining room set, old LP records, antique oak mirror bevelled glass, antique bedroom chair, retro bar stools, old books (circa 1900's), old wall clocks, old tin toys, old coin (1857, 1881, 1859 cents, 1886 5-cent & more), tea wades, china & glass, furniture, old cal- endars (one barnes & Byan 1912), an- tique brass sleigh bells. Auctioneer: Bruce Kellett 705-328–2185 or www.theauctionfever.com ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 AUCTION SALE Sunday Feb. 9th, 10:00 a.m. (Viewing 9:00) MacGregor Auctions, located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens, Take 115/3 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs. Sunday's Auction features a quality selection of Household Effects, Antiques, Collectables, Fur- niture, Quality Glass & China, Couches, Chairs, Bedroom Sets, Tables, Pictures, Misc. Tools, Industrial Sewing Machine, plus much more. Call For All Your Auction Needs MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 AUCTION SALE Pethick and Stephenson Auction Barn 2498 Con. Rd 8, Haydon,ON From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north on hwy 57 to Con. Rd. 8 turn east at the Firehall. SAT. FEB.8 @ 11 A.M.Coins and currency auction: coins 1800's to 1900's Silver dollars, Proof sets, 1912 Gold $5, Sovereign, Nfld. coins etc. Call for list SAT. FEB.8 @ 5:30 PM OPEN AT 4 PM.Furniture and misc items from a Port Hope home: chesterfields, bedroom furniture, lamps, glassware, dishes, etc. Something of interest for everyone.Terms: Cash, Interac, M/C, Visa, Auctioneer: Don Stephenson 905-263-4402, 1-866-357-5335 AUCTION, Sunday, Feb. 9th - 12:00PM M. FLEISH- MAN SALE at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy. #2 Colborne.NEW TV's, stereos, house hold small appliances, jewelry, giftware, plus a large quantity of new articles added to this INVENTORY CLEARANCE. Doors open at 11:00AM - a LARGE SALE with NO RESERVES. AUCTION, Thursday, Feb. 6th - 5:00PM at WARN- ER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. Selling cont- ents of local home plus several consignments in this large sale including 10 HP riding lawn mower and 10.5 HP snow blower both like new, 16 gal wet/dry shop vac, several good woodworking power tools, other workshop articles, some an- tique tools, power ice auger, plus house hold contents, bed- room with king size bed, other bedroom furniture, dressers, chests, night stands, etc. Excellent maple table & chair set in natural finish, occasional chairs & tables, bed sofa, excellent sofa & love seat, auto washer & dryer, microwave oven, port- able colour TV, microwave stands, house hold articles, some collectables, dishes, china, crystal, lamps, pictures, plus countless other articles. All sells, no reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Feb. 7th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 Washstands, pine sideboard, walnut hall table, 8 pcs. modern dining room suite, antique dressers & chests of drawers, Kenmore side-by-side re- frigerator, Kenmore stacking washer & dryer, walnut table & chairs, chesterfields, occasional chairs, qty. Canadiana & American pressed glass, parlour tables, walnut china cabinet, 30 in. electric stove, crocks, 21 cu.ft. freezer, Kelvi- nator upright freezer, oak sideboard, oval top trunks, spinning wheel, qty. new cowboy boots & moccasins, large sky-watcher telescope, Lin- coln 230 welder, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705)786-2183 ESTATE AUCTION, Saturday, Feb. 8th - 10:00AM at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne.Selling the estate of the late Marg Niles of Cobourg, entire home cont- ents, appliances, house hold furnishings, antiques, etc. Unre- served public auction, quantity bedding, linens, dishes, glass- ware, house hold articles, Victorian parlour table with original porcelain casters, other walnut parlour table, sofa & chair set, antique round oak table cut down to coffee table, turn of century settee with matching chairs, antique walnut dining room suite, kitchen table & chairs, harvest gold fridge & stove, 2 kitchen cabinets, 1/4 cut oak sideboard all original condition, other oak buffet, antique dovetailed chest of drawers painted & needs re- finishing, also painted wardrobe, 1/4 cut oak 2 drawer docu- ment box, auto washer & dryer, chest freezer, various antique chairs, numerous house hold articles including small tools etc. china cabinet, walnut plant stand, small corner cabinet, occa- sional table & chairs, walnut magazine stand, beds, dressers, chests, countless boxes of smalls all packed by family, dish- es, pictures, lamps, knick knacks, linens, bedding, cedar chest full of bedding, plus plus! Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/ C, Interac GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com SAT. FEB. 8th - 10 a.m. Antiques, Carpets, Coins, Collectibles incl. Sports Memorabilia, Furniture & Household items including Estate of Margaret McCarthy of Holland Landing @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 or 800-654-4647. Details garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com ESTATE AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE, NEWTONVILLE THURSDAY, FEB. 6TH, 6 P.M. Selling an estate from Cobourg and the an- tiques from an Enfield home including a pro- vincial chesterfield set, Victorian Settees, cher- ry table, antique tables, large butcher block, quantity of milk glass, Hob nail china, dolls, collectibles, linens, commercial computer sign, (43 x 20), washer, dryer, display tables, stain- less wash tub, quantity metal shop carts, wood crates, 10 large Bowmanville prints and nu- merous other articles, etc. etc. This auction is Thursday evening at 6 p.m. Preview at 2 p.m. Check out website for updates. Terms: Cash or good cheque, visa, m/c, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' ✧PUBLIC AUCTION KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Selling Antiques, Collectables, Estate Contents, Furniture, Glassware & China THURS. FEB. 6th, 6:30 P.M Start NEW PREVIEW TIME - 4:00 P.M. ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ 3 TRUCKLOADS OF GOOD QUALITY ANTIQUES ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE: Matching oak china cabinet and sideboard, Vict. dressing mirror, 1/4 cut oak dresser with serpentine front with harp top, Duncan phyfe drop leaf table with chair set, old Primitive pine cupboard, oak carved Morris chair, solid maple rocker, set of 4 kitchen pine chairs, 3 pc. 2-tone walnut bedroom suite, century parlour table, old pine chest of drawers, one of a kind walnut cedar chest, old blanket box, circ. 1875 set- tee, oak dropleaf table, gorgeous mission oak partners desk, vanity with stool, french inlaid sideboard, nesting tables, vintage french armoire, mag- azine stand, Rosewood wine table, childrens 6 pc. bedroom set with canopy bed, 9 pc. circ. 1930 refinished mah. diningroom suite (a must), old french tapestry, quality used bedroom & livingroom furn., too many items to list. SPECIAL INTERESTS: Balance of coin collection from Thornhill, old tele- phones, mantle clocks, toys, Mickey Mouse memorabilia, watercolours, old lamps, deco dresser clocks. We are also selling the balance of contain- er including 18th century furniture, fine furniture..many new items. ART AND OIL PAINTING:3 Limited Edition Trisha Romance, Group of 7 Lim- ited Edition quality framed from Casson, Thompson, Carmichaels, Harris, some first time offered in this series, many other Canadian artists Limited Edition, some first time offered, a great selection of professional painted new & old oil on canvas, watercolours etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA -Royal Doulton discontinued figurines, partial list to include: #1420 Miss Demuce; #2132 Suitor; #2229 Southern Belle; #2147 Nina; #2468 Diana; #2220 Winsome; #2347 Clarissa; #2734 Sweet 16; #2742 Sheila; #2337 Loretta; #2937 Gail, and others, Zaworski crystal col- lection, Carnival glass, Cornflower, lots of old & new decorated china arriv- ing daily. There will be over 50 lots in this category. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be a great sale offering of over 350 lots. Please be sure to attend. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registra- tion fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 SAT. FEB. 8 -10AM- ESTATE AUCTION AT ORVAL MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER Furniture and antiques - Norheimer by Heintzman apartment size piano and bench, Knetchel 7 pc. diner and 4 pc. bedroom suite, maple bedroom suite, beau- tiful walnut hat tree, new chesterfield suite, new round oak table and pressback chairs. Collectables - Quilt, fancy work, oil painting, sprints, costume jewel- lery. Glass, China and Silver -4 chests of silver- ware including 8 pl Sterling and chest, 12 pl set Royal Doulton dinnerware Monmouth, 8 pl set Minton Dain- ty Sprays, partial set Spode Lady Anne, antique glass, china, Nippon, crystal, cornflower, 4 Royal Crown Derby cups, Royal Doulton figurines.Tools - Hand and power tools, Craftsman 10/32 snowblower, Ford LT81 Riding lawn mower, 84 Cadillac, hundreds of interesting and collectable items.ORVAL AND BAR- RY MCLEAN AUCTIONEERS 1-800-461-6499 OR VIEW at www.mcleanauctions.com WEDNESDAY, Feb. 12th: 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for the Estate of Lillian Harper of Port Perry, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:9pc Walnut dining room suite, china cabinet, oak library table, pine plate cupboard, music cabinet, round parlour table, telephone table and chair, magazine table, bookcase, oak chest, hall stand, ant. table, paintings, 2 Minolta cameras with extra lens, cranberry hanging lamp (ex), 3 Royal Doultons (40 wings, Winston Churchill, Robinhood), 8 place setting of Royal Albert dishes (Memory Lane 150pcs), de- pression glass, limoges, collector plates, wedgewood plates, crystal, cornflower, press glass, wades, bells, plus many other interesting items. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions CALL (905) 683-0707 Some products may vary due to availability. FREE! 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(905) 579–7633 1992 GMC SAFARI,8 passenger van, certified & e-tested, looks good, runs very well great family transportation with your proper care this should last a long time. Private sale, one tax only, priced to sell quickly, $5,495. 00 call 905-433-7548. 1997 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, loaded, immaculate condition, 57,000km. Open to offers. Call 705-878-7011 snp 2001 FORD EXPLORER XL, 4 dr, 4X4, fully loaded, excellent con- dition, 67K, $21,500. (905) 655- 7661. Announcements255 Lost and Found265 FOUND - SHORT-HAIRED orange tabby cat, young adult male, un-neutered. Call (905)839–7637. REWARD! MISSING BACK- HOE Case 580L rubber tire backhoe extendahoe. Last seen Jan. 3, 2003 at Rouge- mount/Kingston Rd., NE corn- er in parking lot. Characteris- tics: Yellow, two stick control to control backhoe, slight damage to front grill, SN#JJG0242248. 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Hot start to year for minor bantam Raiders Ajax-Pickering ‘AAA’ squad posts six wins, semifinal appearance in Barrie DDUURRHHAAMM ——The Ajax-Picker- ing Raiders minor bantam ‘AAA’ rep hockey team fin- ished January with a flourish, defeating Barrie 3-1 and stak- ing its claim to second place in the Western Division of the Eastern AAA League. In a busy month, the Raiders posted a strong 6-1-1 league record, including a 3-2 loss and a 2-2 tie to Barrie. In tournament action, the bantams competed at the re- cent Barrie tournament. Ajax-Pickering won all three of its round-robin games and beat Burlington 6-1 in the quarter-finals, before drop- ping a 2-1 overtime heart- breaker to league rival Barrie in the semifinal. One of the tournament wins was a 2-1 victory against the San Jose Junior Sharks from Califor- nia. The minor bantam Raiders have six regular-season games remaining. Ironically, the Raiders appear headed for a first-round showdown against Barrie. Team members are Eric Nottbeck, David Jenkins, James Jarvis, Michael McFar- lane, Joel Rosen, Nick Holm- berg, Daniel Genis, Marcus Carroll, Brendan Hann, Lucas Head, Steven Koufis, John Harrington, Drew Stark, Cameron Bursey, Brian Fos- ter and Evan Tsiopoulos. 12:00 NOON to 4:00 pm For Information call Laurie Thompson or Angela Mercer 905-683-5110 Winter/Spring Wedding Show 2003 Sunday February 23, 2003 Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valleyfarm Road Fashion Show3:00 pm Presented by: Sponsored by: Show Hair & Make-up by: Tickets Available at: Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Galbraith Jewellers Tuxedo Royale Pickering Photo Sears Cosmetics The Bay Carlson Wagonlit Travel 2 for $10.00 in Advanced $6.00 each at the Door • Door Prizes • Refreshments & Hors d’oeuvers compliments of Bunnys Catering First Prize:$1000 Package from Tuxedo Royale Second prize:$500 Shopping Spree A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD In caring, safe, fun home environment. 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Eg. $1500 over 36 month, effective rate of interest is 2.5%. Vehicles mat not be exactly as illustrated. †Sale prices are plus reg. & admin. fee, GST & PST extra. All lease are based on 48 months, $2995 down & freight + taxes 20,000km/years. *See dealer for full details. OR LEASE WITH DOWN SECURITY DEPOSIT and OR Tr y outs for ASMBA Rep and Select teams will start on Saturday February 8th. In order to tryout, all players must be registered for the 2003 season with the ASMBA. There will be a $5.00 charge per tryout to cover gym rental costs. This year, Rep and Select tryouts will be held together. The following is the tryout schedule for February 8th and 9th. Select baseball will only be offered for the following teams: Major Mosquito, Major Peewee, Major Bantam and Major Midget. Rep / Select Tryouts Minor Rookie *..................12:00PM - 1:30PM Major Rookie.......................1:30PM - 3:00PM Minor Mosquito...................3:00PM - 4:30PM Major Mosquito...................4:30PM - 6:00PM Minor Peewee.....................6:00PM - 7:30PM Minor Bantam......................7:30PM - 9:00PM Major Peewee....................9:00AM - 10:30AM Minor Bantam..................10:30AM - 12:00PM Major Bantam..................12:00PM - 1:30PM Midget (All).........................1:30PM - 3:00PM Junior.................................3:00PM - 4:30PM Bantam Girls * & Women...4:30PM - 6:00PM Saturday February 8th - Lincoln Alexander Public School Sunday February 9th - Westney Heights Community Center *We are still seeking qualified candidates for the position of manager for these teams, if interested in finding out about the position, contact Bill Boston at (905) 428-2302. If we are unable to fill these positions, we will not field these teams this year. Additional dates will be announced at the above tryouts. 2002 Association of the Year Award Winner as voted by the E.O.B.A. Open Registration for the 2003 Season Sunday February 23rd Ajax Community Center 10:00AM to 2:00PM Avoid the March 1st deadline by registering early. If you wish to tryout for Rep and Select teams you must be registered for the 2003 season in order to attend the tryouts. Rep and Select tryouts will be held together this year and start the weekend of February 8th and 9th (see the tryout schedule below) for more information. For more information and to contact the team managers, Visit our website at www.ajaxbaseball.org Visit our website at www.ajaxbaseball.org or call the ASMBA HOTLINE at (905) 683-0706 1401 PHILLIP MURRAY AVE. OSHAWA 905-725-6951 MARCH BREAK AT CAMP CANLAN Power Skating & Hockey Skills $249+GST Elite Hockey Camps $125+GST $125+GST $175+GST Andrew Iwanowski/ News Advertiser photo (Ice) Dancing queen AAJJAAXX –––– Jordan Pagnello of the Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club performs the willow waltz in the junior bronze ladies’ solo dance final at the Central Ontario Interclub Competition at the Ajax Community Centre Saturday afternoon. Skaters from across central Ontario competed in the two-day competition. The Ajax and Pickering Skating Clubs co-hosted the event. Harrison spins gold for Team Impact Wrestlers advance to nationals DDUURRHHAAMM ——A local team made an impact at the 2003 Ontario Senior Wrestling Championships. Te am Impact’s Paul Harri- son took the title in Bramp- ton while competing in the 74-kilogram division, beating teammate Mike Francis in the finals by a 3-2 score. Dante Berlingeri captured the gold in the 96-kg division, easily topping Marcel Scott of Guelph 14-4 in the finals. Osuzghan Sahin grabbed silver in the 96-kg division and Silvio Camillario came home with the silver in the 82-kg masters division. Ersin Corsi won bronze in the 60-kg category, while Dene Ringette was fourth in the 74-kg section. Also wrestling in the 74-kg divi- sion was Billy Richie. The national champi- onships are set for May 2 to 4 in Saskatoon. Also going are Ainley Robinson, Danny Brown, Sean Pierson and Wayne Weathers. AAJJAAXX ——The Bank of Montreal and Select Food Products were the big winners in Ajax Ladies Basketball league action Jan. 29. The ever-improving bankers en- gaged East Side Mario’s in an end- to-end battle in the first half of its game, with the second half deciding the contest. Despite creating shoot- ing opportunities, East Side could- n’t sink the baskets and the Bank of Montreal continued to sink points in the 38-30 victory. Colleen Wetering netted eight to lead the bankers and Engrid Carmichael Johnson got 14 for East Side. In the evening’s second game, Se- lect Food Products used tight sec- ond-half defence to earn a 38-28 win over Donland Jewellers. The first half saw the clubs go basket for bas- ket. Marie John got the game high 20 points for Select and Lana Le- tourneau replied with 18 for Don- lands. Defence the difference in women’s basketball action seven opening playoff round. A loss put Pickering in the Nor th Conference where they’ll play the Newmarket Hurricanes. The success on the week- end was more evidence of the improved play of the Panthers who are 3-2-1 in their last six games. “I’m very encourage with everything since the trade deadline,” said Wilson. “The team is performing in games and practices at a higher and more spirited level when we set our final roster.” The Panthers almost blew a chance at a win against Nor th York, allowing the host Rangers to tie the game 5-5 with a mere seven sec- onds on the clock. Sending out four forwards and one defenceman for the five-minute overtime ses- sion, the Panthers were re- warded two minutes in with a goal by Andrew Gilbert. Against the Axemen at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex, the Panthers dug themselves a deep hole early, falling behind 3-0 after the opening 20 minutes. Pickering, however, scored the next five goals, including four in the third period, to pull out the big victory. “We were less than pleased to be behind 3-0 when two of the three goals were avoid- able,” said Wilson. “The team has shown a willing- ness to battle through adver- sity that they’ve rediscov- ered over the last three weeks.” Corey Black scored a pair of goals to lead the way for Pickering. Patrick Miller, James Gadon and Matt Wyles, into an empty net, scored the others. Assists went to Gilbert with two, Black and Gadon. PPAANNTTHH EERRSS’’ PP OOSS TT -- SSCCRRIIPPTT:: GGaaddoonn represented Pickering at the OPJAHL all-star game in Georgetown Jan. 22 and scored a goal in helping the Southeast to a 5- 4 win over the Northwest. GGaaddoonn also took part in the skills competition and won the fastest skater contest, skating a lap in 14.4 sec- onds... Defenceman BBrryyaann HHaammpp -- ttoonn suffered a slightly sepa- rated shoulder on the week- end, but Wilson hopes HHaammppttoonn will be back for the f irst game of the playoffs... Forward PPeetteerr FFrraanncchhiinn , who has been serving a lengthy suspension, will be back for the first playoff game. Panthers score two junior wins MMAATTTT WWYYLLEESS Empty-netter in win over Ajax. ✦ PPAANNTTHHEERRSS from page 11 AJAX MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ATOM DIVISION STANDINGS As of Feb. 2/03. TEAM G W L T F A P Mitchell’s Auto Service 15 12 2 1 89 48 25 Energy Canada 15 10 3 2 79 51 22 CIBC 15 9 2 4 73 48 22 Ont. Power Generation 15 10 4 1 73 55 21 Swiss Chalet (Ajax) 15 10 4 1 70 53 21 Fujiki Dental 15 7 5 3 60 57 17 Scotiabank 15 6 7 2 80 83 14 Bay Cycle 15 6 7 2 68 75 14 Whitby Toyota 15 5 6 4 68 57 14 Kingsway Transmission 15 6 8 1 61 63 13 Joan Rogers-Re/Max 15 3 8 4 65 88 10 Kinsmen Club 15 3 8 4 61 67 10 NAMI Sports 15 2 10 3 40 65 7 Frozen Images 15 0 15 0 30 107 0 AJAX SOCCER CLUB Indoor seasonAs of Jan. 19 UNDER 10 DIVISION TEAM G W L T F A P Cobras 11 10 1 0 48 12 30 Scorpions 11 5 5 1 37 50 16 Rattlers 11 5 6 0 37 35 15 Ta r antulas 11 4 5 2 31 33 14 Vipers 11 4 7 0 36 36 12 Iguanas 11 3 7 1 24 47 10 Jan. 12 –Scorpions 5 (Cody Gardner) vs.Iguanas 7 (Jake Wilson); Cobras 3 (Aleksanteri Sahamies) vs.Vipers 1 (Alex Steele); Rattlers 3 (Evan Joynes) vs. Tarantulas 2 (Dwayne Garnett) Jan. 19 – Rattlers 9 (Tasneem Patel) vs.Scorpions 0 (Cole Johnston); Tarantulas 4 vs. Vipers2 (Daniel Salmon) Cobras 5 (Michael Crowley) vs. Iguanas 0 (Jacki Folkes) UNDER 12 DIVISION TEAM G W L T F A P Roadsters 11 7 2 2 53 23 23 Berrettas 11 7 3 1 62 44 22 Mustangs 11 6 3 2 59 52 20 Spitfires 11 5 5 1 36 43 16 Camaros 11 2 7 2 26 46 8 Corvettes 11 2 9 0 23 51 6 Jan. 12 – Berrettas 5 (Josephine Lindberg) vs. Spitfires 6 (Steven Oliver); Camaros 0 vs.Roadsters 4 (Jonathan Kalcovski); Mustangs 8 (Jonathan Michalopoulos) vs. Corvettes 2 Jan. 19 – Mustangs 6 (Calvin D'Mello) vs.Berrettas 10 (Colin Hunter); Corvettes 0 vs. Roadsters 9 (Nicole Bet- tnecourt); Camaros 1 (Thomas Eckert) vs.Spitfires 2 (Johnathan Krista) UNDER 14 DIVISION TEAM G W L T F A P Sharks 11 8 3 0 50 29 24 Orcas 11 6 2 3 35 22 21 Dolphins 11 6 3 2 31 23 20 Barracudas 11 5 5 1 19 24 16 Belugas 11 2 6 3 27 41 9 Marlins 11 1 9 1 13 36 4 Jan. 12 –Belugas 3 (Holly Hunter) vs. Orcas 3 (K e i a r a Salmon); Sharks 6 (Markus Martin) vs. Barracudas 2; Mar- lins 0 vs. Dolphins 6 Jan. 19 – Marlins 1 vs. Belugas 4 (Wesley Perusits); Dol- phins 4 vs. Barracudas 2 (Steven Rea); Sharks 4 (Kyle Ar- senault) vs. Orcas 7 (Bradley Summerfield) UNDER 16 DIVISION TEAM G W L T F A P Huns 11 5 2 4 36 29 19 Warriors 11 5 4 2 42 40 17 Knights 11 5 5 1 34 29 16 Gladiators 11 4 5 2 21 21 14 Rebels 11 3 4 4 36 46 13 Crusaders 11 3 5 3 32 36 12 Jan. 12 – Rebels 3 vs. Gladiators 0 (Kyle Carley); Cru- saders 4 (Kristy Price) vs. Warriors 4 (Tom Carless); Knights 1 vs. Huns 1 Jan. 19 – Knights 5 (Emily Burns) vs. Rebels 4; Huns 4 vs. Warriors 5 (Kate-Lyn Lupo); Crusaders 2 (Chris Beelby) vs. Gladiators 1 (Michelle Forrester) PCKERING HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ATOM STANDINGS Team W L T F A PTS 7 - 11 8 0 2 48 25 18 Ontario Power Generation 6 3 1 38 30 13 Pickering Old Timers 6 4 0 61 45 12 Pickering Honda 5 4 1 46 46 11 Boyer Pontiac 4 3 3 41 35 11 The Score Network 4 3 3 38 37 11 Legion 606 4 4 2 47 46 10 Master Mechanic 3 4 3 41 37 9 Pickering Slo Sport 4 6 0 45 50 8 Papps 2 4 4 33 37 8 3R Collision 2 7 1 23 52 5 Monarch Kitchens 2 8 0 27 48 4 Jan. 25 –– Ontario Power Generation 4 Pickering Slo Sport Old Timers 2; Legion 606 7 Pickering Old Timers 6; Monarch Kitchens 3 Pick- ering Honda 7; Master Mechanic 3 7-11 3; The Score Network 2 3R Collision 2; Boyer Pontiac 4 Papps 4 Jan. 26 –– Pickering Honda 3 The Score Network 4; 7-11 4 Boyer Pontiac 1; 3R Collision 1 Pickering Old Timers 8; Papps 6 Pickering Slo Sport Old Timers 3; Legion 606 4 Monarch Kitchens 1; Ontario Power Generation 4 Master Mechanic 7. 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