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Rail companies, Pickering group work to deliver the message BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——Ron Kirst would like to have an accident-free summer but he knows that’s not going to happen. “You can only do so much education and enforcement,” said the constable with the Canadian Pacific Railway’s police service. “There’s always going to be someone who thinks it’s worth the risk to jump the tracks for a few extra minutes.” When he goes to classrooms, Mr. Kirst often brings along a section of carpet made up to the scale of a set of railway tracks. He asks students to cross over as quickly as they can, but keeping in mind on a real set of tracks, there are usually rocks and wet railway ties that may slow them down. “It’s usually about five sec- onds to cross,” he said. “In those five seconds, a train can travel 580 metres, roughly the size of five football fields. It takes the average train 1.8 kilo- metres to stop. If it’s wet or snowy, it takes even longer.” Trains kill about 50 people each year in Canada. Another 50 are injured annually, point- ed out Mr. Kirst. “A train engineer is the only job I know that you are most likely to kill someone before you retire,” he said. “Almost every crew has been in a fatal accident at one time or anoth- er.” Partnering with Safe Com- Zoning appears ‘fuzzy’ for new Pickering flea market BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Municipal bylaw officers are keeping a watchful eye on a new flea market, while its owner and the City sort through the property’s zoning issues. Pickering Town Flea Mar- ket opened earlier this month at the site of the for- mer Knob Hill Farms on Kingston Road, but whether it is zoned properly for that use still remains in question. “I was very clear and our planning department was very clear, it was zoned only for a food store,” said area Councillor David Pickles. “But when we looked at it again, it was fuzzy.” A certain percentage of food sales are required and bylaw officers are investigat- ing if the flea market current- ly reflects that, he said. But like the zoning itself, what is considered food-related is still “a matter of interpreta- tion”, he said. “They say they are meeting the zoning and we’re review- ing that.” The property’s owner, Chris Hinn submitted a re- zoning application last Fri- day for a full range of com- mercial uses. He didn’t return the News Advertiser’s calls but in a previous interview, Mr. Hinn said he plans to build med- ical offices there in about five years time. It was the sequence of events that frustrated Ward 2 City Councillor Bill McLean, who argued the owner didn’t follow proper procedure by opening first and then apply- ing for a rezoning later. “I’m upset they just went ahead and did it,” he said. “To have an application to re- zone now, talk about putting the horse before the cart.” Council has worked hard to help find a home for the new Pickering Markets, which left the Metro East Trade Centre earlier this year. That group sought out all the necessary approvals in advance, he said. Accused in Pickering hoops shooting bought gun for protection BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Marlon Maragh is a twice-convicted crack dealer who was serving a weekend jail sentence when he allegedly shot a man dur- ing a basketball game at Pine Ridge High School, court has heard. During testimony Friday, the 23-year-old man told a jury he’s part of group known as the “Galloway Boys,” named after the rough Scar- borough neighbourhood where he grew up, and he car- ried a pistol for protection from rival drug traffickers. Mr. Maragh, known as “In- dian” on the street, has plead- ed not guilty to attempted murder, flight from police and numerous firearm charges in connection with the April 3, 2001 wounding of Teran Richards. The 22-year-old former Ajax man was shot four times with a .357-calibre revolver during a dispute over a foul at an after- hours pickup basketball game in the school gymnasium. Identity of the gunman is the central issue in the two- month-old trial; the defence maintains someone else FINN’S FLYING Pickering High athlete off to take on the world Sports, 7 NEAR PERFECT Acura fans will love loaded mid-size sedan Wheels pullout Briefly... PPiicckkeerriinngg:: Get a jump up on the job market with a series of workshops in July. The Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre offers resume prepara- tion courses Thursdays, July 10, 17, 24 an d 31. A three-day job club and a land- ed immigrants job search workshop are also held every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. These workshops cover resume preparation, interview skills, job-search strategies, main- taining self esteem and Internet training. All workshops run from 1 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Sessions fill up early. For more information, call 905- 420-4010 or drop into the office at 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12 (beside the Pickering GO station). PPiicckkeerriinngg:: A Kingston Road gas sta- tion was robbed at gunpoint early Monday morning. Durham Regional Police say three men - one carrying a handgun - entered a Petro Canada gas bar at 2:05 a.m. demanding money. The suspects escaped with an undis- closed amount of cash, fleeing in a white car. Police ask anyone with informa- tion to call 905-579-1520. What’s On... PPiicckkeerriinngg:: Here’s your chance to commune with nature. Ta ke part in the Volunteer Envi- ronment Watch (VEW) monitoring program this summer being offered through the Frenchman’s Bay Water- shed Rehabilitation Project. Past monitors, students in need of community service hours and all other volunteers are invited to join the project’s second workshop Wednesday, July 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the East Shore Commu- nity Centre, in Room 4. Spend the summer tracing but- terflies, turtles, birds, plants or water testing. The community centre is at 910 Liverpool Rd. S. For more information, call An- gela Porteous at 905-420-4660, ext. 2212. Index... Editorial Page, 66 Sports, 77 Classified, 99 Entertainment, 1122 Give us a call... 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He noted a train can travel 580 metres in five seconds and stressed caution is always needed whenever near a line. ‘A ny time is train time’ Upon further review... ✦See Message page 2 Alleged shooter feared rival drug dealers ✦See Problems page 2 Boost your moraine plan DDUURRHHAAMM ——If you have a plan to help save the Oak Ridges Moraine, there may be dollars available to make it happen. The Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation (ORMF) is now accepting funding applica- tions for projects that will help preserve, protect and restore the environmental integrity of the moraine. “The ORMF has already begun funding several preser- vation and restoration pro- jects that are now up and run- ning,” said executive director Michael Scott. The founda- tion encourages groups and organizations to work togeth- er and involve other funding partners in preparing their applications, he said. The ORMF was created March 11, 2002, with an initial grant from the Province of $15 million. 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Pickering (Rougemont Plaza) * REGULAR PRICE Always FreshAlways Fresh munities of Pickering and Ajax (SCOPA), Mr. Kirst visited Dunbarton High School in May and heads to Altona Forest Public School in September. SCOPA is a coalition of community groups formed in 1997 to raise awareness and promote safety. The latter school is situ- ated between two railway lines, noted SCOPA mem- ber Catharine Boyce. “Rail safety is a new ini- tiative we’re undertaking this year simply due to the fact several rail lines run through Ajax and Picker- ing,” said Ms. Boyce. With the summer break now in high gear, it’s even more important to get the word out, added Mr. Kirst. He pointed to a rail-cov- ered bridge just west of where the CP tracks cross Dixie Road near Conces- sion 3 in Pickering. It’s a fa- miliar party spot for teens, he said, and the site of many close calls. “A few years ago, a group of kids tried to cross the bridge as a train was com- ing,” he said. “They jumped but the train actu- ally hit one of the girls’ backpack. That’s how close it was.” All railway tracks are private property and sub- ject to trespassing fines, some as high as $10,000 under the Railway Safety Act. The only safe spot for crossing train tracks are at a cross box, where crossers should stop, look and lis- ten and only proceed when it’s safe, said Mr. Kirst. Mo torists should know as soon as lights are acti- vated at railway crossing, they are required to stop. Drivers rushing to get across before the gates are fully down face a $130 fine and three demerit points off their licence. “Anytime is train time,” said Mr. Kirst. “(Cargo) trains have no specific schedule. They run when they’re ready.” pulled the trigger. Mr. Maragh, testifying in his own defence, told court he started selling crack co- caine for money while growing up in Galloway. He was convicted of drug possession in 1999, drug trafficking in 2000 and re- ceived a second trafficking conviction Feb. 26, 2001. He was serving a 90-day week- end jail sentence at the time of the shooting. Mr. Maragh, who also has convictions for taking a motor vehicle without con- sent and breaching bail and probation, told court he was trying to stay out of trouble after getting out of jail in December 2000. Around that time, he said, his friend was shot to death by a rival group from the Scarborough neigh- bourhood known as Malvern, which has been in a violent turf war with the Galloway Boys for years. “People were just fight- ing over who can sell drugs where, who’s tougher, who’s stronger... One per- son had a problem with an- other person and they just turned it into one area against another... It had been going on for years,” Mr. Maragh said of the con- flict. When his friend was killed, word went around the Malvern group was is- suing death threats target- ing all Galloway Boys. “...They just wanted to get anybody from our area... My group didn’t have none (guns) and we wanted to protect our- selves... We needed a gun ‘cause someone killed our friend,” Mr. Maragh said. He said he asked an as- sociate he identified as “Razor,” for whom he sold crack, to sell him a gun. “Razor”, he said, showed him several guns, including a .45-calibre pistol and a .357-revolver - the type Mr. Richards was shot with and which was recovered after the shooting. Mr. Maragh said he bought the .45 from “Razor” and paid $700. Court has heard three men fled the school gym- nasium after the shooting, leaving in a car that crashed in north Pickering during a police pursuit. Two of the occupants were arrested, Mr. Maragh and Tyshan Riley, while a third got away. Police re- covered two guns, a .45 and .357, which are entered as evidence. Mr. Maragh’s testimony was to continue today. 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Second Chance used to provide shelter to foxes, skunks, raccoons and even coyotes, but its wildlife li- cence wasn’t renewed after a recent dispute with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources over new regula- tions. It still has its migratory bird li- cence, so you’ll also find peacocks, chickens, ducks, and pigeons in pens on the 15-acre property. Ms. Smith figures Second Chance needs at least 10 acres of donated land. A house on-site is preferable since maintaining the sanctuary is a “24-hour a day job”. She doesn’t care if it’s “a shack. “I’m optimistic. I keep hoping and praying some kind soul will help me out. I can’t do anything else.” As for the animals, Ms. Smith has no clue what she’ll do with all of them should the sanctuary have to close down altogether. “I couldn’t let them loose. How could I?” she asked, looking around. “Most cat sanctuaries are stuffed to the gills.” Things are also pretty bleak finan- cially. Fuelled by community dona- tions and fund-raising events, Sec- ond Chance recently put out a plea to its patrons for help. Ms. Smith is confident the sanctu- ary will survive if it just finds a new home. “We always get along,” she noted. “The money goes to pay vet bills and buy food for the animals. No one has ever gone hungry.” Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary can be contacted at 905-649-8282. DURHAM'S FINEST AUTOMOTIVE DETAILING BROKEN WINDSHIELD? 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Under Section 9 of the said Act, the Ontario Realty Corporation has deposited with the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, and in the office of the District Registrar of the Land Registry District of the Region of Durham at Whitby under deposit number “D548588", a description of the site and plans of the proposed improvements to the concrete control structure of the Whitevale Dam located on the West Duffins Creek in Lot 32, Concession V, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. Written objections based on the effect of the work on marine navigation should be directed not later than one month from the date of this notice to: Regional Director, Canadian Coast Guard, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, 201 N. Front Street, Suite 703, Sarnia, Ontario N7T 8B1 Dated at Whitby this 25th day of June, 2003. 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ONL ONLY $140 Per Week E xtended hours available. NEW FOR 2003: GOLF DRIVING RANGE 300 Taunton Rd. W., Whitby. June 30th to August 29th - Monday to Friday 9am-4pm Hurry! Spaces Still A vailable. Lesley Bovie/ News Advertiser photo Joyce Smith gives Woofy a comforting hug recently as the two discuss their need for a new home. The lease at the Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary has expired. Explosion of violence marks latest crimes BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Roy Jones, 28, shot to death on an Ajax street Feb. 4, 2001. Teran Richards, 22, shot four times - and survived - playing pickup basketball in the gymnasium at Pine Ridge High School April 3, 2001. A 17-year-old boy charged with firing a sawed-off rifle in the lobby at Pickering High School, missing a crowd of students Jan. 11, 2002. A 15-year-old Bowmanville boy, days later, arrested with a semi-automatic handgun. A 24-year-old shot in the leg and hand leav- ing an Oshawa tavern in March, 2002; a 25- year-old shot in the leg outside a Pickering pub in May of that year. The list goes on and on. “Alarming” is how police describe increasing gunplay in Durham, a once sleepy suburban haven from city violence to which so many moved to escape. “It used to be incidents involving guns were few and far between,” says Detective Stan Pinkney, a 23-year Durham Regional Police veteran. “Not any more.” On loan to the Provincial Weapons Enforce- ment Unit (PWEU) since April 2002, the former long-time robbery squad detective has seen a steady stream of gunfire and gun seizures in Durham during the past year. As Durham’s lone representative on the weapons squad, which specializes in gun- smuggling and trafficking investigations, Det. Pinkney also is tasked with retracing the history of all illegal guns recovered by police in the region. Approximately 100 firearms seized as a result of criminal investigations - ranging from traffic stops, drug probes, break-and- enters and shootings - have passed through his hands during the past year. “There’s been a huge increase in gun-relat- ed crime. It’s troubling, alarming as far as public and officer safety is concerned. My eyes have been opened a lot. It’s been a steady flow (of gun-related incidents),” he says. Gunpoint robberies, shootings and other crimes involving firearms are more and more common in Durham, occurring almost daily. “We’ve been very fortunate” more people haven’t been killed, says Det. Pinkney, referring to several shootings in the past year that were not fatal. Although police don’t formally keep a record of gun-related charges as part of the force’s an- nual statistics, the number of total weapons of- fences in the region in 2002 increased 24.7 per cent to 797, compared to 639 in 2001. More and more, it seems, everyone carries “a little piece of security,” says Det. Pinkney. For the criminal on the street, a gun means status and protection, he says. “There are a lot of handguns out there. It is a status symbol especially in the drug culture. It seems drug dealers nowadays all arm them- selves. Because of the type of business, they need to be armed accordingly,” he says. “They need a gun for enforcement, as well as their own safety.” While the level of gun violence in Durham doesn’t come close to Toronto, a Toronto gun task force on the hunt for illegal firearms has led officers to Durham on several occasions in recent months. In December the T.O. task force raided a Prince of Wales Drive home in Whitby, seizing a loaded AK-47 assault rifle hidden in a ceiling, and a handgun. A 22-year-old Whitby man, under a court order prohibiting him from possessing firearms, was arrested. A Pickering address was later searched. “It shows you the kind of firepower out there,” Detective Sergeant Bill Sornberger, of 42 Division in Scarborough, says of the AK-47 assault rifle. “We’re having the same problems as Toron- to, obviously not to the same extent. But if viewed in perspective of our population com- pared to Toronto’s, I don’t think our numbers are any lower per capita,” Det. Pinkney says. Other major incidents over the past year in- clude: • A 27-year-old Oshawa man shot in the shoulder last July on Varcoe Road in Courtice after what police called “a dispute over a girl.” “They took it outside and the guns came out,” Sergeant Paul Malik said at the time of the two alleged gunmen. • A 17-year-old Bowmanville teen charged in Aug ust after police recovered several firearms, including a loaded shotgun found in his bed- room. The weapons were reported stolen dur- ing an earlier residential break-in. • A 19-year-old man arrested outside a south Oshawa high school in October in possession of an unloaded nine-millimetre handgun. • A 29-year-old man shot in the leg in No- vember while sitting behind the wheel of his car at a townhouse complex in south Oshawa. • A car is sprayed with bullets as two men pull away from a Pickering house in December: “If I were those guys I’d be buying a Lotto 649 ticket - make that a Super Seven ticket. They were that lucky,” one detective said at the time. • Two loaded handguns and $5,000 worth of crack seized by police during a “high-risk” takedown in Oshawa, also in December. • Five men arrested and a double-barrelled sawed-off shotgun recently seized from a car in Pickering. • Four guns and $16,000 worth of crack seized this past March at a Whitby motel, in- cluding two loaded 22-calibre handguns, a 357- revolver and a sawed-off shotgun along with hollow-point bullets. Most of the guns that wind up on the street were legally owned at one time, says Det. Pinkney, adding a lot of the firearms police seized from criminals were stolen from homes during previous break-and-enters. Some gun traffickers actually specialize in “steal to order,” he says. “They have buyers in place and know what (type of weapons) they want. Their main pur- pose is to go out and steal guns only,” he says. Firearms fetch between $500 and $1,500 on the black market, with an obliterated serial number - making a gun harder to trace - rais- ing the price. “Some guns are smuggled in from the U.S. and a lot are stolen during B and E’s, it’s a pot- pourri,” says Det. Pinkney, who estimates 100 to 15 0 firearms are stolen during break-and-en- ters each year in the region. In one recent case, the detective recalls, a teenaged girl had taken several guns from her grandfather’s safe and given them to her boyfriend, who was “selling them on the street” before he was arrested in north Oshawa. “He was selling to anyone who would buy them. We recovered one, but three were never recovered. As far as I know they are still out there somewhere.” During an interview in a Courtice coffee shop, he wonders, “How long will it take” be- fore the guns turn up in some shooting, rob- bery or drug bust? In another case, an Ajax man was among several charged after a probe revealed hand- gun parts were stolen from a manufacturer, assembled and sold. Canada and U.S. au- thorities recovered 95 handguns along with 14 rifles and shotguns. Some of the guns had been stripped of their serial numbers “making them attractive” crime guns, OPP Det. Insp. Ross Bingley says. Handguns ranging from 9-millimetre to 45- calibre semi-automatics were sold on average for $1,100 or $1,200, he says. “It’s big business. They are in it for the money and they don’t care who ends up with the guns. They (guns) were destined for crimi- nal hands.” Gun violence triggers concern Photos: Top, Patrick Swan; bottom, Nate Nolting A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 www.durhamregion.com *See in store for complete details. Out of town call: 1-800-97-BRICK For the store nearest you! Shop online at www.thebrick.com Look at this great deal, and you’ll find many more in our flyer in today’s paper! (Only in selected areas) $600 Off! 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Third arrest in stabbings 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com905.420.2222 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME July 2 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm July 28 Committee of the Whole/ City Council Meeting 7:30 pm Teens 13 & 14 years Register NOW for Summer Leadership Development 905.420.4621 Summer Camps Day Care or Busing Available Call NOW 905.420.4621 for details and schedules. @ your library™ Teens! Break a Leg @ Your Library Teens - join Teen Read 2003 at any branch of the Pickering Public Library any time between July 3rd and August 14th. Read books, win prizes, join in the fun as you explore the world of drama. The kick-off and trivia contest will be held at the Central Library on Thursday, July 3rd at 6:30 pm. For more information, call 905.831.6265 and press 0 or email the library at teens@picnet.org. WEST NILEWEST NILE VIRUSVIRUS Did you know?Did you know? 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For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit the website. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 PAGE 5 P The 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. 2597 Salem Rd. Ajax This stone home, built in the 1850s, is also known as Willow Hollow. Land registry records show an interesting ownership to the property. Part of the land grant was to John Smith in 1795. The property was purchased by George O’Leary in 1847. The O’Learys were a prominent family in the early settlement of this area and were related to the O’Connors (Archbishop Denis O’- Connor). Mr. O’Leary sold the property to Richard Squires in 1874 only to buy it back from the family in 1894 after the death of Mr. Squires. In 1898 the land was purchased by William Squires (nephew of Richard). The house was sold by the estate of William Squires in 1945. 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When it comes to extending Hwy. 407 east from Brock Road in Pickering, time spent arguing endlessly over routes, connections from the 401 and the ultimate desti- nation of the 407 will only delay what Durham Region badly needs. There must be action, and soon, on getting the 407 extended. Every month that rolls by before decisions are made merely adds to the growing traffic jams that make early morning and late afternoon driving on the 401 a night- mare. The weekend slog through the region as cottagers head east Friday and west Sunday would try the patience of Job. Consider the headaches we face in heavy snowfalls or when a major accident occurs on the highway. Every- thing grinds to a halt. The problem only gets worse as Durham grows by thousands every year. Imagine how bad it will get when there are 100,000 or 200,000 or 500,000 more people living in Durham? Those six extra lanes (three each way) of 407 super highway can make a tremendous difference in eliminating congestion, in providing a clear path through Durham Region and the entire GTA for just-in-time transport truck deliveries. In the long run, the elimination of traffic jams will actually benefit the environment since nothing causes more smog than thousands of stalled cars and trucks. The request by Clarington to push back the comment- ing deadline on the 407 to Sept. 15 from July 31 could be just what the Province ordered. After all, the government is expected to go to the polls this fall. Without a firm com- mitment to proceed on 407 expansion, who knows what the future could hold? Recall promises that were made about a regional courthouse and a cancer centre by the outgoing NDP government in 1995. Should a new govern- ment gain election at Queen’s Park, all bets for any 407 work could well be off. The work on the Environmental Assessment required before work can proceed must continue apace. Not only is the 407 at stake, but much-needed widening of the 401 east from Brock Road in Pickering all the way to Courtice Road in Clarington is on the table. While it’s fair to suggest other transit options must be studied and the impact on the environment must be looked into, the bottom line is highway expansion through Durham is desperately needed. The pressure must be kept on Queen’s Park by all Durham politicians who recognize the need for quick, efficient transportation links between this region and the rest of North America. Don’t delay, get to work today. Nothing like being welcomed home Isee a lot of signs in my trav- els. ‘Stop’, ‘Free Kittens’, ‘Girls! Girls! Girls!’ (I’m never quite sure if that last one is an invitation or a warning.) Most of them go by in a blur. But recently I saw a sign that literal- ly sent a shiver down my spine. It was not some garish apoca- lyptic warning or portent of im- pending evil of any kind but still, its message resonated deep in- side me. It was a quaint, almost crude, hand-painted sign on a piece of old plywood leaning up against a huge old oak at the en- trance to a farm driveway. Its message was remarkably simple but its loveliness, as I say, struck me profoundly. It said only ‘Welcome Home Aaron’. With the exception of maybe ‘Dinner’s on me’ or ‘Try this ointment’ can there possibly be three nicer words in the English language? Well, I suppose it’s re- ally only the first two that count; ‘Welcome Home’, but it’s nice to make it a little personal by tacking a name on there. I’ve no idea who ‘Aaron’ is of course, nor have I any idea what kind of a family lives in the house at the end of that lane. They could be cannibals for all I know, or devil-worshipping blood drinkers. None of that matters. What matters is the look on Aaron’s face when he saw that tree and that sign and that farmhouse again after being away for awhile. ‘Welcome Home’. You are loved here. You are safe here. You are a part of here. ‘Sit down and pass the brains, son. God it’s good to see you’. Isn’t that all that any of us ever wants to be sure of? Welcome Home. There’s so much in there. Someone has been away and returned again, safely. There is change, there is growth, perhaps anger and emotion, but underneath it all, the bedrock of love and family. I can’t think of a nicer wish for anyone in this world than if ever you lose your way you will have a home somewhere, where you will always be welcome, some place where people are always happy to see you in their door- way. That is beyond value. We hear a lot these days about the ‘homeless’ and the disenfranchised. And while their plight is important and something we should all help with, I think it’s also important to be reminded, every now and then, that there are still homes that children are running back to and not from. I am 43 years old now and still, every time I come to my parent’s door I feel welcomed anew. I feel special. I feel loved. I am twice blessed because I get that same feeling walking into my own home (provided the TV isn’t on of course). I sincerely hope yours is the same way. If it isn’t, maybe you should get the paint out and make one of those little signs. It can be a rough world out there. We take some of the edge off when we make our homes more welcoming. Thanks for that sign folks, you made my day. And ‘Welcome Home Aaron.’ ✦✦✦ Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. NNeeiill CCrroonnee ee nn tt ee rr ll aa uu gg hh ii nn gg One sign we’d all like to see Oh deer, will Pickering be ready? TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Does Pickering have the right plans in place to deal with an un- expected crisis? After being part of an unexpected crisis June 8, I question it. When a deer ran through my in-laws’ backyard, located in a very residential area of Pickering, it managed to get itself caught in the fence of their neighbours. It was not going anywhere, having its body wedged tightly between two posts. We called emergency services for help. It was obvious in this situation the assistance needed was not forthcoming. I finally re- ceived a call back from animal control half an hour later. He questioned me on the state of the animal’s injury and was not inter- ested in much else. He explained he would only come to the call to put the animal down. When asked if he would be able to tranquilize the animal, he explained he didn’t have a tran- quilizer strong enough for a deer. With the quick thinking of my wife, we called the Toronto Zoo, which had two staff members on their way as soon as we hung up. The great efforts of Mr. Dutton and Mr. Bertelsen from the zoo’s animal health centre showed us all what great people they are. After tranquilizing the deer and transporting the animal to their hospital, we received a call later that evening that the doe recov- ered and was released in the Rouge Valley. I recommend any individual with a concern for animals recog- nize the Toronto Zoo. I also hope our City will review its disaster/crisis recovery plans and ensure they are in place. What concerns me is how many other situations the City would not be effective in because of poor plan- ning and resources. PPaauull BBeerrttrraanndd,, PPiicckkeerriinngg Understanding is better than ignorance TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: I once believed that, for the most part, we lived in a world of tolerance and understanding. Being the mother of an autistic child has taught me differently. Autism is a social, behavioural, learning and language disorder that affects five to seven of 1,000 children. It is becoming more and more well known as the instances skyrocket and because of the many recent court cases. With all this attention being placed on autism why is it I, my child and the rest of my family must deal with rude looks and comments such as ‘Learn to control your child’. It is hard raising an autis- tic child; we deal with tantrums, aggression, meltdowns, costly therapy, fear for the safety of our children, and schools that don’t know how to handle our children — just to name a few of our bat- tles. So please, show some respect and understanding for the diffi- culties we face. We have enough on our plates without having to listen to the ignorant comments of the general public. I urge people to read up on the disorder because statistics show that at some point in a person’s life they will either directly or in- directly be affected by an autistic person, whether it is a family member or simply a child in the same classroom as theirs. NNaattoommaa HHoouussttoonn,, PPiicckkeerriinngg Smart growth the only solution TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: ‘Growth study turns sensitive,’ June 18. So, the Seaton lands are more environmentally sensitive. True, but not news. That is why 60 per cent of Seaton is off-limits for de- velopment. The agriculture preserve has been conserved in perpetuity for agriculture. It is Toronto’s green door, ideally suited for future agriculture near a vast local mar- ket for direct farmer-to-con- sumer organic sales. Corporate cash crop farming that has to compete with U.S., and vast, sub- sidized industrial agri-business is not the future. The preserve is wisely preserved for agriculture. Seaton is too environmentally significant to be developed. Instead of studying which of two bad alternative areas should be paved, our friendly developers and Pickering council should re- assess their options. Smart growth is the solution. A smart growth opportunities study done by independent researchers would likely show no new coun- tryside needs to be ravaged. Are our entrepreneurs up to the chal- lenge? LLoorrnnee AAllmmaacckk,, CCllaarreemmoonntt Click and say TThhiiss wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Do you agree with the provincial government's decision to give senior citizens tax credits for the education taxes they pay? ✦ Yes ✦ No Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com LLaasstt wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Do you agree with the federal government's move to legally recognize gay marriages? ✦ No 65.3 per cent ✦ Ye s 34.7 per cent Vo tes cast: 219 Ajax teen off to Quebec to face world’s best BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor AAJJAAXX —— An Ajax teen will attempt to make an outstanding 2003 track season even better by running at the most prestigious meet of his young career. Ryan Finn, 16, a Grade 11 student at Pickering High School, was one of 54 athletes named to the Canadian team for the World Youth Track and Field Championships, which begin July 6 in Sherbrooke, Que. Mo re than 178 countries are ex- pected to send athletes to the cham- pionships, hosted at the Sherbrooke University. “I’m very happy and excited,” said Finn, whose spot on the team was confirmed last Thursday. Finn qualified to run both the 400- and 800-metre races, but could only choose one for the worlds. “I’ve been running in the 800 me- tres all year, so I picked that one,” he said. Although it wasn’t a total shock to be among the top teenagers in the country, Finn said he was by no means a lock to make it onto the Canadian team. “I had it figured that I would be on it, looking at my times, but it was close between me and a few other guys,” he said. As it is his first time running at an international meet, he’s unsure how the experience will go at the worlds. “I haven’t seen any of the field. I just hope that I can make it out of the heats and move on. That’s what I’m hoping to do,” he said. Competing as a junior in track and field this year, Finn was part of a strong contingent from Pickering High. At the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) championships, he emerged with gold medals in the 800m, 1,500m and 3,000m, earning a fourth as a mem- ber of the 4-x-400m relay team. At the Central Regional meet at Yo rk University, Finn continued his torrid pace with gold medals in the 800m, 1,500m and 4-x-400m. He capped the high school track season with a gold and two bronze medals at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships in St. Catharines. He won the 800m, and finished third in the 1,500m and 4-x- 400m. Following the world youth cham- pionships, Finn will turn his atten- tion to Legion provincial meet in London, Ont. July 18 and 19. He qualified after a strong Legion dis- trict competition. His goal is to get back to the Legion nationals later this summer. A year ago, Finn won four gold medals in distance run- ning. He’s also an accomplished cross- country runner, finishing 51st at the 2002 national youth cross-country championships. The year before, he was 95th. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P SUMMER CAMPS www.icesports.com e-mail: oshawa@icesports.com 1401 PHILLIP MURRAY AVE. 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Due to a conflict of dates, the an- nual Highlands of Durham Tartan Golf Tournament takes place Mon- day, Sept. 15 at Wooden Sticks Golf Course. The day starts with a full buffet breakfast at 8 a.m. Use of the driving range with the pro is available from 7:30 a.m. fol- lowed by the shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Dinner and prizes are at ap- proximately 3:30 p.m. Entry is $300. This year's host is Lance Brown. Proceeds this year go to Big Broth- ers and Big Sisters of North Durham and the Highlands of Durham Games. To golf, call 905-862-8226 or enter through the Web site at www.high- landsofdurhamgames.com. Volunteers are needed to help the committee for the tournament and with the Highlands Games, which run July 25 to 27. For more informa- tion, call 1-888-253-5552. ...because education is important For further information on Community Newspapers in Education e-mail us at newsroom@durhamregion.com This Week ● Canadian Statesman ● NEWS ADVERTISER ● Times-Journal Athletes from around Durham up to challenge of track event BByy BBrriiaann MMccNNaaiirr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––‘Let me win, but if I can- not win, let me be brave in the at- tempt.’ While appropriate, the Special Olympics athletes’ oath should have been tweaked to include ‘have fun’ alongside ‘be brave’ to more aptly capture the spirit of the recent Chal- lenge Track and Field Meet at Civic Fields. For fun seemed to be what it was all about for those who took part in the meet, more than 200 students aged nine to 21 from public elementary and secondary schools in Durham Region. No matter if an athlete was the first or final person to cross the line, the smiles were the always same. “This is the best event of the year just because of how positive the kids are,” said Rob Dyment, health and phys-ed facilitator for the Durham District School Board. “It’s a little bit of a different feel than some of our other events, where sometimes it’s more competitive. Here, it’s just about the kids trying their best. It’s awesome.” That’s not to say the competitive juices weren’t flowing. “I’m trained well. I’ve been training for almost 11 years,” said Jonathan Roberts, a 15-year-old student at Donevan Collegiate who was wearing first and second place ribbons after morning events. “You’ve got to have the heart to win, use what’s inside of you.” Roberts had already won the long jump and finished second in shot put prior to running events in the after- noon. He plans to introduce weight- lifting to his training routine when he turns 16 on July 14 and hopes one day to compete at the Special Olympics World Games, as Durham athletes Blair Desjardins and Catherine Part- low are currently doing in Ireland. The meet almost didn’t happen at all this year, and in fact was cancelled at one point due to a work-to-rule campaign by Durham public elemen- tary teachers. But when a settlement was reached recently, the meet was hastily thrown together by Dyment and Deb Chapman, a special educa- tion teacher at Bobby Orr Public School in Oshawa. “It’s great seeing all the kids being able to race and compete against peo- ple no matter what their ability,” says Chapman. The Challenge meet was started by Duke of Edinburgh Public School teacher Brent Butler at the urging of Gene and Theresa Grabowski, whose son, Jason, has Down’s syndrome but loves to compete. Chapman and Tracy Scott, an edu- cation assistant at Bobby Orr, took over five years ago and moved the meet to their school, which was called Conant Public School at the time. Fo rty-one athletes from six classes took part that year. Last year, the event was held at Civic Fields for the first time and in- cluded more than 300 students. “Moving the event here has been great,” Chapman said. “It’s become much more of an official event. They have a podium to stand up on and we have the announcement booth where we can announce all the winners.” Most of the competitors have an in- tellectual or developmental disability, but others with special needs who can’t compete at other meets are also welcome. It is hoped Durham Catholic schools will jump on board the event next year. Asked if she expected the meet to grow so big when she helped start the ball rolling, Theresa Grabowski didn’t hesitate to respond. “Yes, just because I know they have an interest to do the same as every- body else,” said Grabowski, who was there cheering on Jason. “I knew once they had an opportunity, they’d be just as excited about it as the rest of the students.” A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 www.durhamregion.com RoadHandler ®VOYA GER LX TIRES save 15-20% Sale, from 71.99 each. P175/70R13.#63000 series Roadhandler Voyager LX tires Size Sale, each P185/70R13 79.99 P185/70R14 85.99 P205/70R15 95.99 P215/70R15 100.99 P185/65R14 92.99 P195/65R15 96.99 P205/65R15 105.39 P215/65R15 102.99 P205/60R15 106.99 P225/60R16 111.99 Other sizes also on sale 160,000 KM TREAD WEAROUT WARRANTY* No Lower Prices this Season! NE071A103 ©2003. Sears Canada Inc. 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Spec- tacular view of Bowmanville, Lake Ontario; Ravine-like lot w/interlocking stone, new dri- veway, 175' fenced yard; open concept w/cathedral ceilings; 3+1 bdrms, three 4-pc baths, ensuite, office, 2 gas fire- places, C/Air, roughed-in vac; walkout basement w/kitchen, livingroom, bdrm, bath. 905- 697-7893 10 WEAVER ST., Courtice - $170,000. South of Trulls, Left on Avondale Left on Weaver. Immaculate end unit has many upgrades including fin- ished basement, 4 baths, Per- go flooring c-a/c, extra family room, great location a must see. Open House July 5 and 6th 2 - 4 p.m. To View call (905)432-3436 or visit www.rpt.ca/weaver CLOSE TO 401, shopping and schools. Landscaped yard with deck and gazebo. Birch hardwood flooring thru out, solid maple cabinets and cathedral ceilings. View on the web: www.fsboc.com/property/ 501401.htm $279,000. Call Claude or Carrie, 905-885- 9982. PICKERING PRIVATE SALE $289,900 Stunning 50X300ft. Country Property in the midst of the city. Beautiful reno. 3 bedroom with jac. tub C/A/C gas fireplace, pine/hardwood. A complete paradise! 905- 837-9081. BROOKLIN TRIBUTE HOME two storey, 3-bedrooms, den, 3-bathrooms, ceramic foyer to kitchen, fireplace, C/A, double car garage. 905-655–5367, $245,000. BUYERS find properties no agent will show you at: www.openhousenews.com Sellers pay 0% commission. 416-YES-SOLD Apt./Condos For Sale110 AJAX large 3-bedroom 2-bath condo, a/c, east view, large master w/upgraded 4-pc en- suite, in-unit storage & laun- dry. Bright kitchen w/window. 5-appliances, windowcover- ings, outdoor pool & tennis. $169,900. 289-314-5545 (Ajax) after 5pm. 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 $9,900 Fully serviced wood- ed trailer site, hydro, water, sewers, telephone. Near Co- bourg. Sandy Beach, great fishing, will finance. Call 905- 885–6664. 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 Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. 3 spaces available: 390-sq.ft to 790-sq.ft. & 2496-sq.ft. For more information call: 905- 623-4172 Business Opportunities160 BUSINESS FOR SALE!Ma- ternity and new infant wear, clean modern 1,200 sq. ft. and plaza location. Good lease Call Barrie Lennox, Remax First Realty Ltd., (905) 668– 3800 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1-BEDROOM APT.available immediately $675 + hydro. First/last. Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking. References. Sam 905-709- 8152 2 BEDROOM APT.heat in- cluded. Available July 1st or immediately. Appliances in- cluded. $650/month, required 2 references, first/last, (416)286–4369. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT Apartment separate entrance no pets/smoking first/last $950 inclusive available im- mediately 905-619-9356. 2-BEDROOM UPPER floor apartment near downtown Oshawa and O.C. August 1 $900/month including heat/ hydro no smokers/pets 905- 435–0464 or lve. msg. MOLLY MAID In Ajax/Pickering requires hardwork- ing individuals, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Mon- day to Friday. No weekends or even- ings. Training and transportation pro- vided. 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Box 28, 12-16 Peel Street, Lindsay,Ontario K9V 4R8 or email: hdewart@farmerslindsay.com 505 Careers 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 Buskro Ltd., located in Pickering, has been a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-speed digital printing equipment for over 25 years. We are pleased to offer the following career opportunity. Service Technician We are seeking a Service Technician to provide product support. The candidate will provide phone support, in house training, and product testing and repair. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years experience in electronic equipment repairs with strong analytical and trouble shooting skills. You must be willing to travel, be highly proficient in dealing with customers and possess excellent oral and written skills. Qualified applicants should forward their resume to: Buskro Ltd. Fax: (905) 839-6023 E-mail: resume@buskro.com We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AVON Sales Dealers Needed Ajax/Pickering Sell at home or at work. Call for more information Free gift upon registration Call today LeeAnne (905) 428-2353 510 General Help 510 General Help 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. DRIVER REQ'D for East End Cartage Co. All shifts. min 5 years exp & clean abstract. AZ - $18.00/hr, DZ-$16.00/hr benefits, bonuses. 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NORTHERN LIGHTS vocational services Established in 1985 OSHAWA Tel: 905-436-2957, ext 312 or 303 Fax: 905-436-035 3 LINKS TO • Career Direction • Employment Maintenance • Job Search • Skill Enhancement AJAX Tel: 905-426-8337, ext 10 Fax: 905-426-833 5 Helping Individuals Reach Employment Real Work For Real People Programs funded by the Government of Canada THE Port Perry This Week,a twice- weekly publication covering Port Perry and Scugog Township in Durham Region, is looking for a full-time reporter to cover a growing and demanding beat. The successful candidate is ambitious, willing to learn and eager to cultivate contacts in a diverse and expanding area. The reporter will cover council meetings, file assigned news and feature stories, and generate clean, concise copy to support this growing publication. An ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines is required. Some evening and weekend work is anticipated. The candidate will offer commitment, enthusiasm and a willingness to consistently provide top-notch community news. A college diploma or university degree in journalism and relevant experience is required. Experience with Microsoft Word, Quark Xpress and Adobe Photoshop programs is a definite asset. Please send resume and a covering letter to the attention of Bruce Froude, managing editor, by fax at 905-985-1777, or e-mail the information to bfroude@durhamregion.com. Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, July 9, 2003 at 5 p.m. Custom Metal Stampings ANCON INDUSTRIES INC. Fixture Maker As a Skilled Tradesman and your experience in Tool and Die ; Please apply to: Human Resources, Ancon Industries Inc., (Oshawa) Fax: (905) 435-0598 humanresources@ancon-ind.com A Business Built On Quality And Service 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help AVON Sales Dealers Needed Ajax/Pickering Sell at home or at work. Call for more information Free gift upon registration Call today Deanne (905) 619-1096 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 530 Sales Help & Agents 2-BEDROOM UPPER, parking, near GM & bus stop. $775/ month all inclusive. 1st/last required & referenced. Avail- able immediately. (905)434– 0270 (905)430-9968 AJAX BACHELOR BASEMENT apt, Immediate occupancy, private entrance. 401/Westney area. Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, central vac. $550 all in- clusive 905-831-9396 3-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, Whites/Finch area. Very spacious & clean. Avail- able immediately. Quiet non- smoker, no pets. Very nice neighbourhood. Neha (905)839–9729, (416)292- 5097 A LARGE 2-BEDROOM apt, Central Whitby, quiet building. No pets, non-smoker, $895 monthly, August 1st. (416)438–4895. WHITBY - 2 BEDROOM $820 AND $860. Office hours 9- 5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm- 8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665–7543. AJAX (CHURCH/HWY-2)1- bedroom, office, basement upscale neighborhood. Ap- prox. 1200-sq.ft. Separate entrance, laundry, 2- parking, A/C. No smoking/pets. $1050 inclusive First/Last. 905-619- 0660/416-561-8656. AJAX - EXECUTIVE apartment, Deer Creek golf course. 1 bedroom, furnished, laundry, air, security, cable internet Non-smoking $l,600 plus util- ities. (905) 426-9119 www.electricityforum.com/ rental.htm AJAX opposite Wal-Mart, le- gal 2-bedroom walkout base- ment, 4 appliances, no pets/ smoking, $949/mo. Available immediately, private entrance (905)686–5559 cell (416)895- 4388 AJAX HWY# 2/WESTNEY 2 Bedroom Walkout Basement Apartment, separate entrance, $900 month inclusive, first/ last, no animals/smoking, Available July 1. 416-712- 1496 AJAX, NEW 1-bedroom base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance. Utilities/cable includ- ed. Near Go, 401, school, shopping. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. $750/ month, first/last, references. 905-428–2653. AJAX, COZY 2-BDRM bsmt, air. Walk-out to yard. Backs on to greenbelt, 4 appliances, cable, first/last, references. No smoking/pets. $760 inclu- sive. 905-686–3201 CENTRAL OSHAWA 1-bdrm apts. $750/month, 2-bdrm apts. $825/month. Avail. July/ Aug. Well-maintained build- ing, near all amenities. 905- 723-0977 9am-5pm COZY, CLEAN BACHELOR basement apt in nice neigh- borhood, Westney/Hwy 2. Utilities included, no pets, no smoking. $650/month, first/ last. Available immediately. Call 9am-6pm 905-428-0334 NANNY'S QUARTERS,fur- nished, self contained apt., private entrance, $700/month inclusive. Also furnished room, use of kitchen/bath- room, $450/month inclusive (internet access avail). 5 minute drive to Pickering GO. Laundry, parking incl. No smoking/pets. 905-839–8018 3 BEDROOM, main floor apartment with large deck and yard. Nice neighbourhood, available August 1st. 905-579- 3967. NORTH OSHAWA - spacious one bedroom lower apartment, newly renovated, separate en- trance, parking, shared yard, quiet residential area. July lst. $675 inclusive. (905) 576– 3830 NORTH OSHAWA,1 bedroom basement apt. Bright, spa- cious, separate entrance, no smoking/pets, $700 inclusive, first & last. 905-720-2210. ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT Apartment, Large. Close to GM utilities included $675/ month no pets. 905-725–8963 OSHAWA - 2 bedroom base- ment apt. $800, hydro not in- cluded. Avail. immediately. 905-571-1598 or 905-983- 6298. OSHAWA - BRIGHT one bed- room walkout basement apartment, non smoking, sep- arate entrance, gas fireplace, air, deck, one parking space, utilities included. $800 lst/last, references. Call (905) 723- 7980. 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 CENTRAL OSHAWA -Large 2 bdrm mainfloor duplex. Equipped. $900 plus utilities. Available immediately. 905- 725–3090. OSHAWA HOSPITAL AREA, on e bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, $600 per mo,. utilities includ- ed Available August. lst. Suite single, non smoker, Call (905)432–7308 OSHAWA,2-bedroom, lower level near Holiday Inn, rent $830 (NEGOTIABLE). Avail- able immediately, first/last, all utilities included, no dogs, 905-434–1386 or 905-404- 1367. OSHAWA,Simcoe & Bloor. One bedroom apartment. Available immediately, top floor, lst/last, private entrance, $750/month inclusive. Viewing (905) 433–4088 Near all amenities PICKERING,Major Oaks & Brock. 1 bedroom basement apt, separate entrance, utili- ties and parking included, $700/month. Available im- mediately, call 905-619–0317 PICKERING -1 B/R basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, parking, A/C. Available Aug. 1, non-smoking. $750/month inclusive. Call 905-839-8388 PICKERING very large 2-bed- room basement, stone fire- place,. 4 appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $900+1/2 utili- ties. Available immediately. Mike - Days 905-427-4077 ext.24 Evenings/Wknds 905- 442-0020 PICKERING DIXIE/HWY. 2 1- bedroom, clean, bright, spa- cious basement. Living/dining, 3pc bath, C/air. Private en- trance. Near 401/shops/bus/ Go. Utilities, parking, laundry. No smoking/pets. $825/mo. first/last/references. Imme- diate. (416)898–6312. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly - Lovely spacious 2 bedroom. 8 min. walk to Go. Own laundry. Private yard. Open house July 1 after 3 pm. $875 +. 905-420- 5309. PICKERING NEW SPACIOUS Bright one bedroom apt. 401/ Whites, westshore, utilities laundry & parking. No smok- ing/pets, first/last, available now, $850 inclusive, 905-420– 1896. PICKERING, 1-BEDROOM basement apt., separate en- trance, own driveway, all in- clusive. $750, first/last. Avail- able August 1st. Call Peter (905)427–3484 PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/ Bayly, quiet 2-bedroom base- ment apartment, very close to Go station. Includes maid, ca- ble, dishwasher, laundry, parking, separate entrance & air. No smoking. $925/month. (416)304-7600 (leave mes- sage) PICKERING,White's Rd/Bay- ly, 1-bdrm bsmt in quiet home. Separate entrance, parking, shared laundry, suit single professional, no smok- ing/pets. $750/month inclu- sive. First/last, references, avail July 5th. 905-831–9085 PICKERING- SPACIOUS 1 bedroom basement apt, shared laundry, parking, a/c, cable, sep entrance. Near 401 &amenities, No smoking/pets. First/last $850. July 1 (905)839-2172 PORT UNION/401,clean bright, 2 bedroom basement, adults preferred. Parking, ca- ble, laundry, non smokers, no pets. $800 inclusive. (416)471-1984 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 Open house - Sat. 9 - 3, Sun. 1 - 3. SIMCOE North/Russett Ave. Oshawa, 2- bdrms. nicely decorated $870, good loca- tion, bright well maintained quiet 12-plex. Nice neigh- bourhood; Close to shopping, bus, utilities/heating/cable/ parking included, newly deco- rated, laundry facilities. No dogs. 905-576-2982 . SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities included. 1-bdrm, immediately/July 1 $729/mo., 2-bdrm, July 1, $829, 3-bdrm, July 1st $929. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm. SOUTH AJAX,one bedroom basement, one car parking only. No smoking, no pets, lst/ last, $800 per month inclusive Call (905) 686–0210 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. Open House Fri/Sat. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. www.realstar.ca WHITBY - 3 BEDROOMS,up- per duplex, close to all amen- ities. $900 per month plus utilities Available September lst. lst/last, references. No pets. Cell (905) 626-2828 WHITBY - Large 1-bedroom apartment, 1 car parking $775 plus hydro. Available Now. (905) 655–4623, (905) 925- 3945, (416) 269-5449 WHITBY- Large 2 bedroom basement apartment. Private entrance. 5 appliances. $800+ utilities. 1st/last/ref. required. No pets. Available July 1st. Call (905)-666-3050 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units available, park like setting, close to down- town, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balcony, parking. 905-430–5420. www.reals- tar.ca Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. 2 BEDROOM condo, 2 baths, Westney/Hwy 2. Available im- mediately. $1,280 per mo. in- clusive. (416)462-7365, (416)289–6963 Houses For Rent185 COURTICE.3-bedroom raised bungalow, family neighbour- hood. 5-appliances, laundry, parking, garage, walk to shop- ping/transit. No dogs/smok- ing. Available Aug or Sept. 1st. $895 plus 2/3 utilities. Mark 905-767-5583. 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. 3 BEDROOM SEMI, lake view, 1504 Ohara Crt., Oshawa, $1100+utilities, first/last, ref- erences. No pets, avail. Aug. 1. 905-436-7410 leave mes- sage AJAX, 3-BEDROOM,2 baths, appliances, fenced yard, ga- rage, avail. immediately. $1150 + utilities. First/last, references. (416)458–7184 AJAX, HARWOOD/401, July 1st, 3-bdrm main, hardwood, fenced yard, large deck, fully renovated, bright & beautiful, no smoking/pets, $1050+utili- ties, first/last, credit check, references. ALSO large bright 1-bdrm bsmt, $750+utilities. (416)762–7998. Open House 2-3pm Sat/Sun. (416-797- 7539). AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! 0 down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. Minimum income re- quired per household is $30,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma at Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905) 728- 1600 24 hour pager. CAMERON LAKE WATER- FRONT 2 bedroom bungalow, sun room, main floor family, fireplace, large lot, good docking, newly renovated, no pets. 45 minutes from Osha- wa. $850 plus. (705)887–6283 N. Oshawa, main floor bunga- low, 3-bedrooms, dining & liv- ing rm, parking, no smoking/ pets. $1000+ 1/2 utilties Availble NOW call 1-877-815- 0691, I.D. #2010. OSHAWA, CHARMING 1 1./2 storey 2 bedroom house, on quiet street, hardwood floors, nice yard, laundry, parking, non smoker preferred. $l,080 per mo. plus utilities. Avail- able August lst. Call Evenings (519) 463–6265 OWN YOUR OWN HOUSE! No money down. Closing costs only OAC. Call Wade Kovacic, Sales Rep., Re/Max Corner- stone 905-623-6000 or 905- 428-1206 PICKERING 3-BEDROOM house, 4-appliances, 2-wash- rooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck from livingroom, ga- rage, driveway, no smoking/ pets. $1150/month+util. July 1st. 905-683-9629 PICKERING,Liverpool/401, 3- bedroom + den, mainfloor bungalow. Backyard, parking, laundry, near GO/mall, on bus route. $1275/mo. plus. Avail. July 1. (416)878–5534. RITSON/EULALIE 3-bdrm de- tached, 2 1/2 storey brick, ex- tra room in attic, beautiful home, fenced yard. Must be seen. $1195/month + utilities. Aug. 1st. (416)887-1508 or(416)736-0969. Townhouses For Rent190 3-BDRM with in-law apt, North Pickering. 7 appliances, a/c, c/v. Avail immediately. $1500+utilities. Call Irene 416- 698-2888 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to downtown and shop- ping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utitlles includ- ed. Call (905)434-3972. www.realstar.ca 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 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 CHURCH/DELANEY,large 1- bdrm + own livingroom w/ hardwood floors and f/p. Large upscale house. Share laundry, kitchen. $600/month inclusive. Avail immediately 905-686–9571 FURNISHED BEDROOMS for rent in private home. Share all facilities, laundry. Brock/Hwy. 2, Pickering. $390+ utilities. (647) 888–9450 leave mes- sage. Shared Accommodation194 AT THICKSON/ROSSLAND- 2 LARGE Private Rooms, air, female preferred, spotless bungalow, kitchen, laundry, cable, internet, telephone, huge backyard, gazebo, must see. $550. & $525 905-571- 1811 BROOKLIN/WHITBY.room, large house, privileges kitch- en etc. Prefer responsible professional, Working or semi-retired. August 1st $450 first/last. 905-655–9439 PICKERING SHARE Furnished House Whites/Sheppard, Pool, cable, no smoking, first/last, available immediately. Mike Lynch 905-420-7535 or page 905-831-9500. Vacation Properties200 GREAT FISHING and family holiday on Rice Lake. One hour from Oshawa. Modern cottages. Sandy beach, play- ground, children's programs. Available May thru September Family prices. (705)696-2601 Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions,Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 COTTAGES, SEASONAL & overnight trailer sites, camp- ing. Kawartha's, 6 mins. E. of Peterborough on Indian River. Excellent swimming, fishing. Call toll free 1-866-399-1980. www.indianriverhideaway.com RED SETTER RESORT,clean, modern cottages, spacious camp ground, seasonal and overnight camping. Call (705)778-3096. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 19FT., 2001, AERO Cub travel trailer, light weight, fully load- ed, air, dual axle, fold down ends, 6yrs left extended war- ranty, $16,500. 905-430–8953. A-1 CONDITION, 1986 Prowl- er, 31 ft., (tip-out), waterfront lot, Crowe Lake. Deck, awn- ing, dock, large shed, sleeps 9, $14,900 call 905-668–6123, 705-877-8468. HOUSE TRAILER FOR SALE approx 25-yrs-old, approx 45- ft long. Handyman special, as is, where is. Asking $2500. View by appt. Call 905-434- 0473 MILLION DOLLAR View, swim, fish, boat, 60ft. clean waterfront, Crowe Lake, Mar- mora. 34 x18ft trailer, own dock, septic, deck, hotwater tank, propane, firepit, BBQ, fridge, microwave, shed. Large lot, $1,600 year park fees, 2003 paid, $7500 OBO. Weekdays, 905-420–1557 Weekends 416-569-6463 Cell. Boats & Supplies232 14 FT. FIBREGLASS BOAT, bucket seats, oars, 25 hp. Evinrude, trailer, nice pack- age, $2500. Dave, 905-619– 9246, South Ajax. 14' RUNABOUT,50hp out- board, 4 new seats, complete with trailer, $1500. Great shape. Call 905-985-9699 18 FT. FIBERGLASS Humber- craft, 120 HP I/O on a Tandem Axel Trailer. Boat is equipped for Salmon Fishing. Call George for more details and to negotiate an offer at 905-720- 0306. QUICKSILVER inflatable boat, 10.5 ft. centre seat, hard floor, oars, blow-up pump, carry bag. 15 hp. rated. Great to tender large boat or for fun. Good shape. $500/obo. Mike 905-260-5553 Resorts Camps235 TRAILER & COTTAGES for rent, by the week or by the month. Sandy beach, docking, boat rentals. North of Peter- borough 1/2 hour. (705)292– 9075, cadiganscamp.com Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. NEW DANBY WINDOW air conditioners, 5,100 btu's, to 12,000 btu's. $189 and up. 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. 1961 GIBSON SG - Reissue, Heritage Cherry. $2,200. or best offer. Call Paul (905)697- 9346. 2 LOVESEATS like new, pur- chased in 2002 from Sears Whole Home, eggplant colour, $800 obo/for the pair. 905- 428–3909 2 SUNVISION PRO24ST Tan- ning beds. Newer Bulbs. Great Condition. $2500 each incl buck boosters. (905)213–2886 2003 SNAPPER (Yard Cruis- er) Riding Mower, 18hp, 48" cut, zero turning radius, joy stick operated, used only 5hrs., full warranty, $6,200. Call Greg 905-649–6930 42 FT. STORAGE VAN Trailer - currently full of assorted wood leftover from house ren- ovation, selling with or without the wood. Call Rick 905-985- 3740 8 YR.old Kenmore washer & dryer $300; RCA 36" floor model home theatre $800; Pioneer lazer disc player $150; (705) 277–3657 A KING pillowtop mattress set, New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416- 746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CARPETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds.). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free upgrade to 12 mm premium pad with every in- stallation, 20 oz. Berber carpet starting at 69¢ sq. ft., carpet only. Lots of selection for every budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260. PIANOS/CLOCKS-"END OF SCHOOL SPECIALS" on all Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, 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. Dehumidifi- ers $100. Large selection of appliances. Visit our show- room. BEAT THE RUSH, keep cool get your Air conditioner now! Barbecue Parts. Parts/ sales/service. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9- 5pm. (905)728-4043. AIR CONDITIONERS 5, 8, 10, 12-14,000 BTU's from $110. One portable a/c $550; New foldup bed $120; boat, motor & trailer $685. 905-576-0132 AIR CONDITIONERS 6,000- BTUs up to 19,000-BTUs. 6,000 $125; 8,000 $150; 10,000 $200. Sales & Repairs! 905-420-6355 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. APPLIANCES Fridge frost free, stove 30", immaculate ap- pearance $475 pair. New model large capacity direct drive washer $250, dryer $200. Great condition 5yr old washer/dryer $275. 905-439– 6446 APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment- size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell separately, can deliver. 905-839–0098 BEAUTIFUL OVER-SIZE sofa, plus "chair-and-a-half" white with grey stripes, 2 years new, $975 o.b.o. Glider rocker, $60 o.b.o. (905)837–2121 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, orthopedic Mattress set, Nev- er Used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741- 7557 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 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. CARPETS, LAMINATE AND VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 30sq. yds. for $319 Commercial carpet including premier un- derpad and installation. Lami- nate $1.69sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CEDAR TREES for sale, start- ing from $3.50 each. Planting available. Free delivery. Call Bob 905-372–0437. COMPUTERS,Home Theatre, Giftware-more! NO-INTEREST FINANCING! EVERYONE IS APPROVED! Rebuild your credit without paying high in- terest! www.canadiancredit- partners.ca COMPUTERS: BITS AND Bytes Computers Services. P-200 Tower complete system $185.00, P2-350 Tower com- plete system $255.00; P3-450 complete system $320; Complete systems includes: 15" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. FREE 17'' Monitor Upgrade with any system, purchase while quantity last. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes contents sale furniture, small appliances, assorted nic nacs, everything must go. Call after 6.pm to view. 905-665–9765. DECORATOR ITEMS - Barry- more sectional, Lexington sofa and chair, pine dining set, Woods upright freezer, pine entertainment centre, all one year old. 905-342-9494. DINING ROOM TABLE WITH 4 chairs. Unique glass/metal design $95. Phone 905-721- 0601 after 6pm weekdays or anytime on weekends. DININGROOM 13 PCE cherry, 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. FOR SALE ONE AMISH SOLID Oak Entertainment Unit, 1 year old, Excellent condition, genuine reason for selling, cost $2300, for sale $1150, 905-434–1358. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. (416)746-0995. CUSTOM MADE Kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash color cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom, or cottage. 905- 697-9462 (snp) LEATHER SOFA SETS, 3PC new in package, full size, choice of colours, limited quantity. First come/First serve. Half price $1875. 416- 319-6302(Pickering) MODULAR sectional sofa, (Palliser) leather sofa, 1 1/2 yrs. old, mushroom colour, with queen sofabed and Lazy- boy recliner, excellent condi- tion, $4,000. 905-427–6646 MOVING SALE - downsizing, antiques, perfect condition, 2 armoires, 2 hall-stands, roll- top, oak curio cabinet, pine china cabinet, also 2 leather wing chairs, entertainment unit, appliances, and other furniture. 905-665–0063 MOVING TO RETIREMENT HOME Contents Sale: Fridge/ stove, excellent condition, freezer, small washer & dryer, open house July 5 & 6, (905)683–5929. NEED A COMPUTER?Don't Have Cash? IBM, Gateway & Compact PC's, As Low as $1 a Day! No Money Down! Call BrandsNOW!1-800-656-8369 www.dollaraday.com OAK PEDESTAL TABLE w/leaf & 4 chairs $695. We also buy and sell antiques. Pine Loft Treasures, 918 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa. 905-579–9311 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. POOL TABLE 4'X8', 1" slate, black, $1200. Plain paper fax $100. Treadmill, 'True' 450HRC, 3yrs old $3200. Call 905-665-0020 QUICKIE Electric wheelchair (model P222) $5,000 & Ez-Ac- cess 12 foot folding portable ramp $800.00. Both only 6 yrs. old. Call 435-0781 or 905- 431-4025. 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. SCANDINAVIAN TEAK WALL Unit, 8ft long x 6ft high x 22" deep w/glass display, cocktail cabinet & ent. centre. $600 905-433-3781, evenings. SPECIAL OCCASION Rentals Party tent, dunk tank, jumping castle & various video games, pinball machines and pool ta- bles for all occasions. Biggon Amusement & Promotions 905-429-1013 STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. TICKETS FOR SALE - Santa- na, Aguillera/Timberlake, Wham Bam, 50¢ Dave Mat- thews, Pearl Jam, Bon Jovi, Radiohead, other concerts. Will Buy & Sell. Call 905- 626–5568. Vendors Wanted316 WANTED - VENDORS for the Whitby Home Show, Sept. 5, 6, 7. Limited Space Available. Call 905-579-4400 Devon ext. 2236 or Wendy ext. 2215 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 BICHON-FRISE,female, 1 year old, (no papers). $200, call 905-668–5689 FREE TO GOOD HOME,4yr old springer spaniel, female, spayed, liver/white. Very af- fectionate, great companion. Due to Toddler allergies. (905)665–1629 Hybrid Himalayan-Siamese Cats for sale 8-weeks old Needles & Vet Checked. Both parents on sight. Litter Trained/rambunctious $150/ per Kitten Please Call 905- 438–9486. PUPPIES, Doberman, Shit- zu, Pugs, Standard Poodles, Pekingese, Shelties, Cock-a- poos, Golden Retrievers, Walker Hounds. "Sheppard- X, Collie-X Husky-X $175." African Grey, Kittens, Hima- layans. 905-831-2145. Grooming Services avail. TSURO DOG TRAINING - real training for real dogs. 905- 797-2855, Oshawa 905-432- 8318. www.tsurodogtraining.com Cars For Sale400 1932 CHEV. HOTROD. 1997 Camaro power train LT1. Su- per chip & 460 trans. c/w chip 373 Richmond Gears, 1997 Camaro front end, modified to A-frame, all new - paint, tires, brakes etc. c/w 1934 Ford Roadster converted trailer 4 wheel disc ABS trac/lock am/ fm cass, carbon fibre speak- ers & amp. 705-277-9694. 1982 BUICK PARK AVENUE, excellent condition, certified, $2000 obo. 905-655–3296 1989 MUSTANG LX,black with tint, mint, no rust, one owner, 149,000 kil., 4 cyl., 5 speed. Power steering, brakes, windows, am-fm cas- sette, michelins, certified and e-tested. Asking $4,500. Lind- say (705) 324-1165. 1990 CHRYSLER DAYTONA, loaded, V6, only 8,000kms on new transmission (warranty until Feb/04), new front brakes & tires, good body, runs good, $875 or offer. (905)683–5503. 1990 CHRYSLER NEW YORK- ER 5th Avenue, blue, 4-door, loaded, 127,000km. Best offer. 1989 Caprice Classic 4-door, excellent condition, Best offer. 905-925-1897 snp 1991 BUICK REGAL - Good shape, $1000 or best offer. As is. 905-579–9749. 1991 CHEV CAVALIER 3.1L, fuel injected, p.brakes, p.steering, p.windows, certi- fied & e-tested. $1500 o.b.o. (905)571–2678 after 5pm. 1993 MUSTANG convertible, 78,000 original kms, never winter driven, white w/grey in- terior, a/c, am/fm cassette, power windows/locks, 2.3-li- tres engine (means in- surance/fuel savings), $6,800obo. 905-448–9793 1993 HONDA PRELUDE 146,000km black with spoiler self starter, alarm system AC auto CD changer certified and emission tested asking $8100 905-666–3476. 1993 SATURN Tinted wind- ows, standard 5-spd, excellent on gas, 300,000Ks (highway) asking $1,900 as is obo. 905- 438-8552 1994 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2-door, 4-cylinder, automatic, non-smoker, very clean, ex- cellent condition, reliable and economical. Runs and drives great. $3495. Certified/Emis- sions 905-718-5032 dealer. 1996 MONTE CARLO Z34, 2dr, red, with charcoal grey interior, 3.4L, fully loaded $4,500. Ask for Troy 905-435- 9960. 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4- cylinder, 5-speed, 2-door, black, Ice-Cold Air-condition- ing, CD player, excellent con- dition, very clean, 157,000- kms, brand new GM clutch. Car drives like new $5495 Certified/Emissions 905-718- 5032 dealer 1997 CHEVROLET CAVALIER Z22, 4-cylinder, 5-speed, air- conditioning, 183,000-km, safety'd, e-tested. $4995-obo. Call 705-324-1003 or 905-441- 1781. 1997 NEON,red, excellent condition certified, e-test, air blows cold 128,000kms $3800. (905)404–8791 1997 PONTIAC Grand Prix, SE, new brakes, tires, and struts, $6700. As is. Call 905- 259–6760. 1998 HYUNDAI ELANTRA, 4dr., auto, AC, tilt steering, p.s., p.b., e-tested & certified. Excellent condition $8000 obo. (905)576–5454 or (905)260- 2547. 1998 TAURUS,company car, SE comfort, 3.0L, 24vdohc, keypad entry, loaded, tan clear coat, excellent condi- tion, 109K, certified, e-tested. $8,700. Call 905-655–4882 1999 MAZDA Protege,5-spd, fully loaded, one owner, dealer maintained. $6,999. 905-665- 4620 2000 CADILLAC CATERA,4 dr. 32,000 kil., dark blue ex- terior, tan interior, $22,500. Telephone Sandy or Des 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905) 728–6291 96 HYUNDAI,Accent $3499, 92 Corolla, $2999, 88 GMC one ton van $2999. Other cars from $1999 and up. Certified and E-Tested (Kelly & Sons since 1976) 905-683–7301, 905-424-9002 after 6pm. RACE CAR - Great opportuni- ty. Must sell!!! 1977 Mazda RX3, beautiful condition, ask- ing $4,500. Let's Talk!! Call (705) 786–3493 ask for Kurt (416) 930-1493. Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1994 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4X4, V6, new tires, new brakes, as is $3000 FIRM. 905-432–8942, 905-424- 8150(cell). 1996 CHEVY BLAZER 4x4 LT, Silver w/leather interior, 4.3L, V6 Vortec engine, tinted wind- ows, 200lb. roof rack, alum. alloy rims, Michelin tires, new brakes, A/C, power all & driver seat, overhead console w/trip computer, keyless remote w/ alarm & auto start, tow pkg. E- test, certified, 135,000kms. Transferable remaining 6 month Lubrico warranty. $13,500. (905)440-4318 (snp) 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, 4x4 pickup, power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, low mileage, $16,000, 905-342- 2704. 1999 BLACK SIERRA SLE (re- built) - pw,pd, vinyl box cover, 77,000km. Looks great. $11,900 obo. Great deal. 905- 579-5650 ask for Sean. snp 1999 F-150,black flare-side. Sharp truck w/pw-pl-pb-a/c, cruise, tilt, cd, running- boards. 135km(hwy). Very well maintained. Getting company car--must sell. $16,500-O.B.O. private. Evenings 905-433-1038. 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, 4-spd auto, 3rd door, CD, 16" alloy wheels, pewter with matching fiber- glass tonneau cover, etc. $2000 in accessories, 79,000 highway kms, certified, e- tested. $16,900. Call (905)922- 9017 Oshawa (snp) Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1988 VAN CAMPER queen bed, drapes, AC, fully loaded. 270,000kms. Asking $3,800 as is. Call 905-438-8552 1989 DODGE EXPLORER camper van, ready to go! $9,900. Call (905)355–1511. 1990 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER, 8 passenger, excellent condi- tion in/out, loaded, air, 200K, asking $2,350 certified/e-test- ed. Call 905-404–8695 1993 GRAND CHEROKEE LOREDO, new tires, loaded, 235,000km, safety'd, e-tested $6995-obo. Call 705-324-1003 or 905-441-1781 1994 TOYOTA 4-RUNNER, 180,000 km, certified, e-test- ed, $8,000. Excellent condi- tion, 905-436–5314 1996 PONTIAC TRANSPORT, dark green, 97,600kms certi- fied, 7 passenger, p.windows, p.locks, remote start, tinted glass, am/fm stereo cassette, 3.4 V6, new brakes, very well maintained family van. Asking $8600 o.b.o. (905)579–1404, (905)718-6550 Motorcycles435 1981 HONDA 750 CUSTOM, hard bags, Vetter ferring, re- built engine, must see, $3500. obo. 905-721–0589 NEED A CAR? Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-666 6 • Oshawa – 905-427-282 8 • Toronto – 416-289-367 3 • Fax – 905-839-600 8 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 RESTART CREDIT DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2003 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL ROMAN OR JOHN BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT 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 PICKERING 401/LIVERPOOL 2-bdrm, 2-bath, den, 4 appliances, ensuite laundry/storage, sliding glass doors from living rm & master bdrm to large enclosed balcony, parking. Steps to Rec Cntr., library, Pickering Town Ctr., Go, hwy. $1250/mth + some utilities, no pets/smoking, credit application required. Available immediately. (905)427–7452 SPRING FLING OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 A 1 BDRM basement apt., Whites Rd., separate entrance, $600 in- clusive, 1st/last. Avail. immediately. No pets, no smoking. 416-262-5122 905-421-9968 A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent CREDIT PROBLEMS... NO PROBLEM TO US!! • Slow credit • Poor Credit • Bankrupt (discharged) • New Immigrant/Refugee • 1st time buyer OVER 100 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM ALL MAKES AND MODELS The sooner you call us the quicker you’re driving CONTACT: JORDAN HUTCHINSON SPECIAL FINANCE DEPT. (416) 264-2311 ext. 325 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale AUCTION SALE July 5th at 9:30 am. Property Sold Going Out of Business Sale of machinery parts, small equipment & tractors.The property of Fishers Farm-Service (1956) Harold Fisher 590 Myrtle Rd.Ashburn, 2km west of Hwy 12 on Myrtle Rd. JD 2550 tractor diesel 4WD 1300 hrs with 245 loader; Allis Chalmers Buda Fork lift, propane; Ford Truck; Pay loader; Raglan Tr ailer tandem 16ft, 7 ft. blade; Lincoln Arc Welder 250 single or 3-phase; Web- ster Compressor heavy duty; Hotsy 650 steam Jenny; steel power hack saw; grin- der; stainless steel elevator 65ft for grain or fertilizer. Army lathe heavy duty; Hy- draulic floor jack; tire changer; press; I- beam roller chain hoist 55ft. 1 1/2 ton, electric; Band Saw Canadian Tool equip- ment; 2000 gal tank; Oliver parts - draw bars, clutch, brakes, auger; hand hose roller; electric hose roller; Kohler motor parts; pulleys; electric motors; fan blower; Mars industrial brush sweepers; tarps; Augers; hoses, rebar; vice; anvel; drive belts; steel & cement culverts; conveyor on wheels; roller; hammers; nails; drill bits; screwdrivers; pliers; sockets; bolts; new shovels; forks; pick axe; Parts for dealer for Wheel Horse, Toro, Homelite, Stihl; Kohler, Onan, Briggs, Tecumseh; JCM Gold cash register; Bell & Howell Fish Machine: parts books, Service books; Antique parts books; Antique milk bottles, coal skuttle antique chain saws; antique platform scale National manufac- turing Co. New items; Stihl FS 120 trim- mer; Stihl blower vac SH 85; Stihl chain saw MS 360 Pro; Stihl Electric chain saw FS TE 60; Stihl chain saw MS 260. All kinds of parts & much much more. No Reserve.Terms Cash or good cheque, Lunch available. Sale Time: 9:30 am. Arnot R.Wotten Auctioneer Hampton, Ont 905-263-2512 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 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 Pethick and Stephenson Auction Barn Haydon Sat. July 5, starting outside at 5 pm From a Burketon home, wicker furniture, pantry cup- boards, pin cupboard w/shelves, wrought iron patio furniture, wooden desk and chair, cranberry glassware and many more items. Terms: Cash,Interac, Visa, M/C Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-(705) 263-4402 or 1-866-357-5335 Auctioneers: Jim Couch & Phil Faulkner Auctions Inc. 21 years in the Auction Profession 905-852-9631 or 905-987-1548 AUCTION SALE SAT., JULY 12 • 10 AM Antiques, furniture, tools and equipment Selling the property of PAT DAVIS of Port Perry, located at 563 Fralicks Beach Road, off Island Road across from Blue Heron Casino, Port Perry, Ont. ANTIQUES & FURNITURE: 9 pc. oak dining room suite, oak wardrobe, 2 oak barber shop chairs, secretary drop front desk, large and smaller spinning wheels, wool winder, whiskey wooden barrel/tap, 6 hoop back chairs, 7 pc. wicker Florida room set, RCA colour TV, bull horns, copper boiler, stainless steel serving bar, old farm house frames, 2 sets of golf clubs, mountain bike, coffee & end table set, large wall bookcase, glassware, mirrors, wooden floor lamps, Tiffany lights, etc. EQUIPMENT & TOOLS: JD 18 hp 345 riding mower, JD 12 hp 212 riding mower (JD rototiller, snowblower & blade), JD garden box trailer, 14’ aluminum boat, 7 1/2 hp Merc boat motor, 10” radial arm saw, Makita 12” planer jointer, 4000 W elec. generator, propane ceiling heaters, chain link fencing, chainsaws, chipper shredder, horse drawn sleigh pcs., blue fire hose, car ramps, pressure washer, pickup metal rack, quantity of fittings, piping and tools, older collectable tools, hand tools. An exceptional sale of good quality items. Terms: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Interac Owner or auctioneer not liable for any accidents or injury to the public in conjunction with this sale. AUCTION SALE Sunday, July 6th, 10:00 a.m. (Viewing 9:00) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens, Take 115/35 Hwy. to Main St. Orono, follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. & East 1 km. Sunday's Auction features a varied selection arti- cles from past to present, furniture, collectables, quality glass and china, collector plates, household contents, misc. tools and hardware, office desks, piano, dressers, armoires, etc., sports cards, something for one and all. Call For All Your Auction Needs MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 AUCTION, Thursday, July 3rd - 5:00PM at WARN- ER'S AUCTION HALL, HWY#2 COLBORNE ~ Selling contents from the Trenton home of Mr. Tieson, some antiques, collectibles, modern home furnishings, excellent appliances, etc. Partial list consists of excellent modern 9 piece dining room suite in excellent condition, also excellent dinette suite, excellent oak curio cabinet with curved glass front, mirror back and fancy carved back board with glass shelves & light, good Kenmore washer & matching dryer, also fridge & match- ing 30" stove, 2 good single beds & queen bed all like new, se- lection dressers, chests of drawers, and complete bedroom suite, good bed sofa, other sofa set, 2 air conditioners, small tables, coffee & end tables, 1988 Chev Celebrity station wagon sold as is - good running vehicle, antique wash stand, antique & primitive chairs, side chairs and arm chairs, excellent fancy oak antique hall chair, modern occasional chairs, book shelves, old sad iron, nice futon, 2 antique table top radios, selection garden & lawn tools, garden & lawn furniture, dishes, household articles, bedding, pots, pans, pictures, lamps, mir- rors, plus countless other articles. No reserves. TWO auc- tioneers - selling inside & out. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY E. WARNER ~ AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, July 4th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 The Property of Alma Cox of Port Perry plus others - washstands, 8pc. modern dining room suite, cedar chest, gingerbread clock, 3pc mod- ern bedroom suite, press back chairs, antique dressers & chests of drawers, oak dining exten- sion table, pine drop leaf table, 12 place setting W.H. Grindley & Co. England, brass lamp, par- lour tables, partial toilet set, bow front china cabinet, maple table & chairs, rattan glass top table & chairs, chesterfield & love seat, jacuzzi tub, kitchen table & chairs, qty. of cups & sau- cers, crystal, china, glass, household & collect- bale items, 12 ft. alum. boat & trailer with 5-1/2 Hp Johnson motor, Tandem axle double horse trailer, 1986 Honda Spree Scooter. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705)786-2183 ESTATE SALE - Saturday, July 5th at 10:00AM at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, HWY#2 COLBORNE Ex- cellent sale from the estate of the late George Grundweld of Grafton plus from the large country estate of Mr. & Mrs. Watts of Northumberland Hills. Excellent sale of antiques, collecti- bles, modern home furnishings, ornately carved dining table with heavy carved apron and legs, large glass "T" door china cabinet all ornately carved lions heads, carved fruit with pillars and wood shelves with matching server all original in excel- lent condition, also antique solid oak 9 piece dining room suite extension table, 6 chairs with glass front china cabinet and matching sideboard in original condition, solid walnut fancy scalloped tea wagon, fancy "Gibbard" solid walnut tilt top table with brass claw feet, single drawer lamp table, 2 ornate solid walnut 1/2 moon tables, needle point foot stool, upholstered fancy Victorian gentleman's chair, painted oak barley twist plant stand, Jacobean fancy settee and matching chair, excep- tionally nice walnut ladies dressing chest, 2 antique oak dressers with mirrors, both excellent condition, excellent high boy chest original in mint condition, modern bedroom dresser & chest, modern dinette set, O.G. clock, oak cased cottage mantel clock, "Gone with the Wind" lamp all original, 2 old large brass candelabras, large brass table lamp has been electrified, large signed brass hanging lamp, 2 Wade boars, 2 Royal Crown Derby cups & saucers, large collection "Blue Willow" pattern china including platters, dishes, bowls open & covered, soup tureens with ladles, etc. nice collection fancy biscuit barrel, china, glass, collectibles, linens, doilies, crystal and more. Excellent sale! No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY E. WARNER ~ AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Visit us online at www.warnersauction.com MON., JULY 7TH - 5 P.M. AT MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER 2194 LITTLE BRITAIN RD. LINDSAY Complete estate of late olive may Alldred Lindsay and Joyce Campbell, Bobcaygeon (property sold), modern and antique furniture, alliances, some antiques, col- lectibles, maple round table, 6 chairs, hutch and cor- ner cabinet, modern walnut bedroom suite, bed ches- terfield, love seat and swivel rocker set, 4 captains chairs solid hexagon coffee and end tables, 4 book- cases, Kirby upright vacuum, 3 bedroom suites, bed- room swing mirror, new bow front china cabinet, china,s glass, garden tools, lawn boy mower, shred- der, garden cart, 50 hp Evinrude motor, 20 bicycles, partial list. Also selling 97 GMC AWD van, pt. 7 McLean Auctions. Call now to book your sale (705) 324-2783 or 1-800-461-6499 Orval and Barry McLean Auctioneers Don't miss this interesting sale!!! www.mcleanauctions.com ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION Randy Potter Estate Auctions SATURDAY July 5th Start Time: 10AM View: 9AM Randy Potter Estate Auction is located at 15 Cavan St., downtown Port Hope. We will be selling approx. 350 lots of antiques, fine furniture, glass, china & collectibles - For further details go to our web site: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer (905) 885-6336 "Your Estate Specialist" ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ WEDNESDAY, July 9th: 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, Collectables for Mr. Morley Smith of Uxbridge and an Oak Hills Es- tate, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:Rare blue flowered AT Button general merchant Uxbridge crock jug, N Eberhardt Toronto blue flowered jug, pine flat back cupboard, round oak table, 4 press back chairs, oak buffet, 4pc walnut wa- terfall bedroom suite, pine table, drop leaf table with drawer, washstand, lamp table, pine blanket boxes, oak sewing machine, captain's chair, press back high chair, wicker chair, wool winder, 4 pc wicker lawn set, bakers shelf, parlour table brass fire set, butter churn, 6 quality Persian area rugs, Westinghouse range frames, depression glass, butter print, coffee grinder, crocks, copper boiler, copper kettle, dressing set, large quantity of collectables and glassware, 2 furnaces, 2 heat pumps, car magazines including Car Craft, Cus- tom Car, Car and Driver, Cycle, vice, aluminum ladder, taps and dyes, saws, leaf blower,11 1/2 hp Toro ridi- ing lawnmower with bagger, like new condition, plus many other interesting and quality pcs. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 Household Auction Grist Mill Auctions Newtonville Friday, July 4th, 6:00 pm Selling the contents of a Baltimore home, Pink Brocade Chesterfield; Deilcraft Coffee and end tables; Buffet, Dining Room Suite, Gorgeous oval Butternut table w/two leaves - handcrafted by Ken Heaton from Millbrook - picture below; Occasional Tables and Chairs; Lamps; Prints; Armoire; dressers; chests. etc.; old gas light, Cranberry, Canadiana, Walnut chairs; Old rocking chair; china; glass; Fridge; stove; freezer; dryer, etc. etc. Preview after 2:00 p.m. Happy Canada Day!! Check out the website for updates Terms: Cash, Cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac Auctioneers Frank & Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. 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Windshield, back- rest, saddle bags, engine guards, well maintained, $8700 OBO. call 905-579– 5594 Announcements255 Personals268 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER re- quired for 3 kids, live-in, must be willing to do some cooking, cleaning//laundry. Exper. a must. $1,000 per/month. Christine 905-509-0796. Daycare Available273 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY Loving Home Daycare. Mature, ex- perienced mom, full time/part time, flexible hours, fenced backyard, lots of activities, hot lunch/snacks. 905-421-9179 MOTHER OF 2 will provide experienced daycare in my smoke free home, large fenced yard, crafts, lunches and snacks provided. Ages 3 and up. Dixie and Finch (905) 420–2458 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. www.durhamdaycare.com ATTENTION PARENTS - Free online list of available home providers and nannies. Call 905-665–2346, 1-800-381- 5186. (Not an agency) Daycare Wanted274 CAREGIVER NEEDED to look after 16 month old girl, 5 days per week, live in. Call (905)831–1927 after 6 p.m. Garage/ Yard Sales320 VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905) 436-1024 Mortgages Loans165 $$ MONEY $$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888- 307-7799. $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt console, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591-6057. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. 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One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. ☎☎☎☎☎ Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, July 2, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P SEARS ....O f f P r ic e Everyday!!® SALE PRICES IN EFFECT WEDNESDAY, JULY 2ND TO SATURDAY, JULY 12TH, 2003. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED IN OUR AD OR WHILE QUANTITIES LAST. SALE DOES NOT APPLY TO PURCHASES MADE PRIOR TO WEDNESDAY, JULY 2ND, 2003. ALL OUTLET MERCHANDISE HAS BEEN PRICED FOR FINAL SALE. Catalogue Shopping Shop TToll FFre e 1-800-267-3277 24 hhours aa dday •• 77 ddays aa wweek HWY. 404STEELES AVE.HWY. 401 SEARS OUTLET AUTOMOTIVEKENNEDY RD.HWY 410BOVAIRD QUEEN ST.MAIN ST./HWY 10KENNEDY RD.HWY. 410HWY. 427KIPLINGISLINGTONHURONTARIOCAWTHRADIXIEHWY. 427DVPQEW RUTHERFORD RD.HWY. 410QUEEN ST. 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BONUS 10 DUST BAGS & 2 HEPA FILTERS WAS $21999 $488 SHORTS, T-SHIRTS, TOPS $888 TOPS, PANTS & CAPRIS $988 & $1488 LADIES DRESS MIX & MATCH TOPS & BOTTOMS $488 - $688 1 PC SUITS $888 A GREAT SELECTION OF LADIES DRESS & CASUAL SANDALS SELECTED FURNITURE SELECTION INCLUDES, SOFAS, LOVE SEATS, BEDROOMS & DINING ROOM WOODEN FURNITURE, AND ASSORTED CHAIR STYLES, SELECTION VARIES BY STORE 1.8 MICROWAVE WHITE 1100 WATTS COOKING POWER, 10 POWER LEVELS WAS $17999 SIDE BY SIDE FRIDGE 25.8 CU FT. CAPACITY, SPILL PROOF GLASS SHELVES BISQUE COLOUR WAS $224999 SHOWER CURTAIN & ACCESSORIES SPECIAL BUY $988 SHOWER CURTAIN $1288 CURTAIN WITH VALANCE $1488 DOUBLE SWAG SHOWER CURTAIN $299 SHOWER CURTAIN LINERS 99¢ SHOWER CURTAIN HOOKS OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR MARKHAM FASHION OUTLET OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR MARKHAM FASHION OUTLET OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR PICKERING LOCATION OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR MARKHAM FASHION OUTLET OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR PICKERING LOCATION OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR PICKERING LOCATION OFFER NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR PICKERING LOCATION ONLY $157700 ONLY $13900 ONLY $159 00 LADIES FASHIONS AT GREAT PRICES SWIM WEAR BLOW OUT ONLY $999 SAVE AN ADDITIONAL 10 - 50% OFF ASSORTED COLOURS W AREHOUSE SHOP EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION ON MANY IN-STORE UNADVERTISED SPECIALS AND SUPER BUYS! Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. Pickering Home Design Centre PICKERING OUTLET HWY 401 SALE Wed. July 2nd to Sat. July 12th Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! ✩ For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: Metroland Durham Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 News Advertiser Tony Doyle, managing editor 905-683-5110 This Week / Canadian Statesman Chris Bovie, managing editor 905-579-4400 CONGRATULATE YOUR GRAD on July 20, 2003 with an ad in the special full colour GRADUATION 2003 FEATURE Only $59 for 2.25”x3” ad with colour picture Deadline: Wednesday, July 16 - NOON Call This Week Classified at 905-576-9335 or Ajax 905-683-0707 BOOK TODAY - SPACE IS LIMITED INVITATION TO BID Trucking to Newspaper Carriers Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager This Week Newspaper 865 Farewell Ave. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5 P.O.Box 481 will be received until 5:00 p.m. Friday July 4/03 Contract commencing Wednesday July 9th, 2003. Work consists of counting, bundling and dropping off papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific locations in Port Perry. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours, after receiving product. Full size cargo van required to do the work. Bid information packages available at: 845 Farewell Ave. Oshawa. Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. 260 Tenders 260 Tenders JOHANNA'S FACE THE WORLD PSYCHIC LINE 1-900-451-4232 $2.99/per minute 18+ or 1-866-358-2514 Visa, Mastercard $2.99/per minute 18+ Visit our Web site www.johannasfacetheworld.ca 268 Personals 268 Personals INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD - safe home envionment - programming - personal attention - receipts - full or part-time - caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections - Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available ✞COME & WORSHIP ✞ Is a regular Friday feature in the News Advertiser. (Copy deadline is Wednesday noon for the Friday paper.) To advertise all your Church Events, News and Upcoming Special Services. Call Janice Samoyloff at 905-683–0707. Or fax your information to 905-579-4218 or Email to: jsam@durhamregion.com Where every day Is Payday! PAYDAY LOANS 310-CASH CALL 2 2 7 4 Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Skylights • Spring Special - 15% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable • W.S.I.B. • Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 6 months No Interest, No Payment (OAC) A&A ROOFING SHINGLE ROOFING - FLAT ROOFING •REPAIRS •WINDOWS • DOORS F ree Estimates Since 1975 C all 905-426-1512 TIMBER TREE SERVICE Experts in Removal, Trimming, Pruning & Stump Removal. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call Shawn. 905-619-1704 Interest Free Pay m ents Avai lable 736 Tree Service 736 Tree Service VAN VEEN'S TREE CARE Specializing in Tree & Shrub Care • Stumping •Planting • Fertilizing Fully Insured * Senior Discounts Call Nick 905-431–3301 RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2.Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4.If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5.If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 435 Motorcycles 165 Mortgages Loans Don’t Forget Our Classified Deadlines: Mon. 2:30 p.m. for Tues. paper. Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper 715 Moving and Storage Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. CORNISH, Claire Genevieve - Born March 10, 1927 - Passed away quietly and peacefully on June 27, 2003, following a serious illness, at the Community Nursing Home, Pickering. Be- loved wife of the late John Cornish and Gor- don Gabriel. A very devoted and loving moth- er, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be dearly missed by her brothers, sisters, family and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Tuesday. Funeral Mass to be held at St. Ber- nadettes Catholic Church (Harwood Ave. and Bayly St., Ajax) on Wednesday, July 2, 2003 at 11 am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Harry Potter’s latest tome good, not great It took me three days, mostly nights really, to read ‘Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.’ That’s not a record - for me or any- one else - but it was three days of en- joyment. The fifth book in J.K. Rowl- ing’s series about a young orphan wizard and his similarly-talented friends was a delight, as satisfying for me as Chocolate Frogs are to Ron Weasley. The book was fun, light reading, al- though maybe a little scary for some kids, and filled with familiar charac- ters, such as Harry, Ron, Hermoine, Hagrid, Professor Dumbledore and Professor McGonagall and the slith- ery father and son Malfoys, the not- nice but hard-done-by-as-a-young- ster Professor Snape and the intense- ly evil Lord Voldemort aka He-Who- Must-Not-Be-Named. It was interest- ing to watch, as the book went on, how more and more people in the wizarding world came to call Volde- mort by his real name, rather than his pseudonym. In this book, Harry, Hermoine and Ron and the rest of the fifth-year stu- dents at Hogwarts are gearing up for OWLs, extensive exams that will help determine their future careers. And 15-year-old Harry is, unfortu- nately, acting like a typical teenager, wizard or no. He’s cranky, whiny, se- cretive and just plain nasty to those closest to him. I’ll admit he is justified to a certain extent (he spent a horri- ble summer with his Muggle relatives who don’t like or want him, his life is, as usual, in danger and Voldemort seems to be invading his brain) but his attitude got to me within a few chapters. He improved as I kept read- ing but a little teenage angst goes a long way. Speaking of long ways, the book went a bit too far. It was longer than it needed to be. It dragged in places. In fact, by the time the death of some- one close to Harry happened, there’d been so many false alarms along the way that I really didn’t care who died. It was anticlimactic. The glimpses into the Ministry of Mag ic were fascinating as were the details of the first battle against Voldemort that left Harry’s parents, along with a lot of other wizards, dead and Neville Longbottom’s par- ents insane. But what delighted me most were all the details Rowling includes, things she doesn’t need to and that many readers, especially the young ones, might not appreciate. The cleaning out of Sirius Black’s family home was at times hilarious. The in- clusion of Gilderoy Lockhart, the for- mer, conceited, useless Defence of the Dark Arts teacher, in the hospital scene was a joy. Then there’s the fact Arthur Weasley’s Misuse of Muggle Artefacts office was no more than a broom closet in the basement, re- minding me of Mulder and Scully’s X- files office in the TV show of that name. All in all, a good book, maybe not great, but good. Of course, everyone who read it quickly will now have a long wait for the next book in the se- ries. If there are any children or even adults looking for other books to read, I’d recommend Ursula K. 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