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At the latest Council meeting, Ward 1 City Councillor Jennifer O’Connell and Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dickerson presented a mo- tion to request the Ministry of Transportation, Infrastructure and Communities to undertake a full due diligence safety audit on all rail operations in Pickering. It further requests: it promote the safety of the public and personnel, and protection of property and the environ- ment in the operation of the railways; en- sures the safety of railway company operations; and, facilitates a modern, flexible, regulatory scheme to ensure continuing railway safety. It also includes a formal complaint to Minister Lawrence Cannon against Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway opera- tors on behalf of the community. “Without enforcement and accountability from the Minister’s office, the federal govern- ment will be failing the people in this country and allowing communities to be in direct dan- ger,” Coun. O’Connell said in a press release. She added Rail Safety Act regulations must be followed. She noted complaints from residents include increased speeds, vibrations causing structural damage, increased load size and trips throughout the City. In a previous interview, Nick Coleman, CN manager of community planning and devel- opment of railway properties, said foundation cracks as a result of vibrations are impossible. He also noted CN follows strict safety guide- lines to the fullest. In an e-mail, Transport Canada regional communications advisor Tina Bouchard didn’t indicate whether a safety review would take place in Pickering, but said an independent panel held a review of the Railway Safety Act between April and August, 2007, and find- ings are to be made public in the coming months. Former councillor Maurice Brenner spoke about traffic calming at the meeting, but also hoped to discuss rail safety on behalf of residents. He planned to recommend that a city/rail lines community advisory committee be formed, much like one in the City of Port Moody. Council would not extend the 10-min- ute time allotment for his presentation, but he managed to make a few comments when some councillors asked. He said one resident con- cern is sustainability impacts at public cross- ings since trains can take up to 20 minutes to pass through. He said this creates an environ- mental problem since cars idle and release “reckless emissions that can be avoided.” Mr. Brenner’s report, which was not directed to staff, shows concerns with levels of noise, public safety and track monitoring and in- spection. He plans to help create a committee group to identify and start tackling rail issues Pickering residents face. Couns. O’Connell and Dickerson’s motion was approved by Council and forwarded to Pickering-Scarborough East MP Dan Mc- Teague and Ajax-Pickering MP Mark Holland. 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Ms. Smardz Frost brought their story to Durham this week, when she spoke to the Canadian Club of Durham Region, in a lead-up to Black History Month in Febru- ary. The author’s link to the Black- burns started in 1985 when she was working as an archeologist in Toronto. While researching loca- tions for a dig, she uncovered the remains of a homestead on the grounds of the former Sackville Street School. An old Toronto street directory revealed the prop- erty had belonged to “Thornton Blackburn, cabman, coloured.” More research brought her to Thornton’s tombstone, which re- vealed he was born in Kentucky. Ms. Smadrz Frost knew that meant he had been a slave and she set out to learn more. She spent the next 20 years unravelling the Blackburns’ story, a daunting task as the couple couldn’t read or write and didn’t have any children to pass their history on to. “Every detail in the book is true,” Ms. Smardz Frost said, thumbing though her labour of love. “People ask me, ‘How do you know it was sunny on the day they escaped?’ I know because I found letters written by other people that same day.” Thornton Blackburn was born into slavery in Virginia in 1812 and had been sold twice by the time he was 14. He and Lucie met as young adults and fell in love, but were faced with separation when it was discovered she would be sold down the Ohio River, to slave trader Virgil McKnight. The couple managed to obtain forged freedom documents in 1831 and made a daring daylight escape by steamboat, eventually settling in Detroit. But their free- dom was short-lived. Two years later, the Blackburns were tracked down by their own- ers and imprisoned for violating the Fugitive Slave Act of 1793. Lucie managed to escape, but Thornton remained behind bars until hundreds of black men stormed the prison, making “the Blackburn Riots of 1833” Detroit’s first ever race riot. ‘Amazing’ story tells of flight from slavery to freedom Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Karolyn Smardz Frost spoke to the Canadian Club of Durham Region on Black History Month. She talked about her recently published book, ‘I’ve Got a Home in Glory Land’. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com THE LATEST IN DURHAM’S COMMUNITIESnewsdurhamregion.com pink SONY ERICSSON W580PINK- - NEW! EXCLUSIVELY OFFERED @ ROGERSLGSHINEPINK- - NEW! LIMITED QUANTITIES!BRING IN THIS AD & SAVE $20ON BLUETOOTH PRODUCTS!^ ROGERS COUPLES & FAMILY PLANS Starting from $35/MONTH* CELLCOM C A N A D A ’ S L A R G E S T E X C L U S I V E R O G E R S D E A L E R ! 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Paul Franklin, author of ‘The Long Walk Home’, told a packed gym at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology Wednes- day that the positive changes he’s contributed to in the Canadian military and the personal chal- lenges he’s overcome have made his life much richer and more meaningful. Master Corporal Franklin’s talk was part of Abili- ties Week, an attempt to raise people’s awareness of what we all have in common, at the UOIT. The first Canadian medic wounded since the Korean War, he was part of a team of 25 med- ics who travelled the length and breadth of the country, venturing into areas where air strikes had occurred and other battle zones in order to help the wounded and dying. “Afghanistan gets into your soul. You drive through cities, the danger’s all around you,” said Master Cpl. Franklin, 40. Five months into his tour in Af- ghanistan -- just a few days before he was to return home -- he and some of his fellow medics were blindsided by a suicide bomber. Both legs were so badly injured that he chose to have them am- putated above the knees. He had 26 blood transfusions and 26 operations, contracted two su- perbugs while in hospital, and lost 70 pounds before having two mechanical legs attached, each worth $60,000. Master Cpl. Franklin credits a simple combat application tour- niquet with saving his life. “We weren’t given the tourni- quets with our supplies, so we stole 130 of them from an Ameri- can hospital’s loading dock. The one guy who didn’t have one asked me how to use it. He’s the man who applied it to my leg as I lay on the side of the road deter- mined to live,” he said. After 14 months, Master Cpl. Franklin learned to walk again with just one cane. After his re- covery, the day finally came when he could walk his son, Simon, now 9, to school. That walk received a lot of media attention and led to the writing of a book about his expe- riences. Master Cpl. 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THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com Will get aerobics studios and doubles squash courts By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — The 25-year-old Pickering Recreation Complex needs a makeover, councillors have agreed. On Monday night, they gave the expansion pre-budget approval. The $4.5-million project includes the construction of aerobics studios (classes have been held in banquet halls since the complex opened), doubles squash courts, and mechanical requirements. The City is applying for a $1-million Municipal Infrastructure Investment Ini- tiative (MIII) grant to help cover the cost. In 2003, the Pickering Squash Club in- dicated it would contribute $200,000. If the MIII grant is approved, then the total cost to the City would be $3.3 million. Pickering resident Janice Frampton said she attended a recent pre-budget meet- ing, and told people in attendance the City of Pickering is “broke. “Why is this Council so intent on ap- proving it without being sure of the MIII grant?” she said. Ms. Frampton believes the money will come from taxpayers whether or not the Province gives Pickering the grant. Ward 1 City Councillor Jennifer O’Connell was the only council member to vote against the expansion. She said the price tag is too high and approving it premature. “We don’t really know what we’re get- ting into,” she said. She added the Don Beer Arena, slated for improvements this year, could use the funding and might have to close if it’s not upgraded. City treasurer Gil Paterson said he be- lieves the Province will approve the grant application because improvements to the Rec Complex will: benefit the community; keep the complex relevant; provide health benefits; and, provide financial sustain- ability. “I believe it’s the only project that can pay for itself financially,” he said. He added he believes it can be financed with- out affecting other City projects. Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean wanted to make sure the City doesn’t have to request the full $4.5 million to qualify (a concern Ms. Frampton shared), but Mayor Dave Ryan confirmed the City does not have to do so. The division head of culture and rec- reation, Steve Reynolds, explained a $50 surcharge to new members would con- tribute to the funding, and “the figures would speak for themselves.” Mayor Ryan said the City is not about to go bankrupt and reassured residents no facilities will be closed as a result of the expansion. He added Pickering has one of the low- est tax rates among the lakeshore munici- palities in the GTA. Pickering Recreation Complex expansion gets go-ahead Always good to get an unexpected compliment It can make your day P eople can say the darndest things. The nicest things. Positive words that can leave you speechless. Compliments. Everybody likes to receive them. When you do something well, or when you’re well-thought of by someone else, it’s nice to know someone feels you’re deserving of one. They’re like a bolt out of the blue sometimes. But, when they’re given, they’re sure as nice as they are surprising to hear. It just makes your day when one comes your way. Especially when they come from sources you don’t expect. I like to give ‘em, too. Appreciating what others do for you -- recognizing that effort -- is mightily important. Words definitely have power. And, these bon mots have the ability to turn an otherwise mundane day into something special. In short, they leave you smiling. Just the other day, while conducting an interview with a member of the Dur- ham Region coaching fraternity, we’re chatting about his team and an upcom- ing event when, as we’re wrapping up the interview, he turns to me and says, ‘You know, I just wanted to tell you I like your writing. I like reading what you write.’ Huh? It was almost a fall-out-of-my- chair type of moment. Totally unexpected. I don’t recall my retort, but I’m sure I blurted out an awkward ‘thank you’. Boy, talk about making one’s day! People, by and large, are more apt to let you know if they don’t like some- thing you’ve written. Another instance that still brings a smile to my face happened late last year in a Whitby grocery store of all places. There I was, comparing whether or not to buy Corn Flakes or granola in the cereal aisle, when a middle-aged woman sidles up to me, possibly doing some comparison shopping of her own, perhaps ascertaining whether the Fruity Pebbles or the Count Chocula has higher fibre content per serving. She then turns to me, smiles, and says: ‘You know what? You smell really nice.’ Turning about five shades of red, I turn toward her, dumbfounded. She smiles again and says, “Have a nice day!” Then, it was back to the groceries -- like the words had never been spoken. Not once, never has anyone compli- mented me on my cologne. That’s why it’s one compliment that sticks in my mind so vividly. And, from a stranger, no less. Priceless. Al Rivett’s column appears every third Fri- day. E-mail arivett@durhamregion.com. Black History Month shines light on remarkable stories T he long history of African-Cana- dians is rife with struggle, bravery and a deep desire to make Canada their home. As Black History Month kicks off today, it’s worth recounting the remarkable tale told in the Governor-General’s award- winning, ‘I’ve Got a Home in Glory Land: A Lost Tale of the Underground Railroad’. The book’s author, Karolyn Swardz Frost, was recently in Durham Region to talk about the riveting account of a black couple who beat amazing odds to make it to Toronto in the 1830s. Thornton and Lucie Blackburn were born into slavery in the American South early in the 19th century. They fell in love in Tennessee in 1831, but Lucie was set to be sold down river. Instead of accepting their fate, the pair used forged freedom documents to make it to Detroit. They were captured two years later and faced being returned to their owners, but for the efforts of hundreds of black men storming the prison where Thornton was held. The “Blackburn Riots of 1833” was Detroit’s first race riot. The couple crossed the border, beat back several extradition attempts and settled in Toronto, where they raised a family and lived for many years. In fact, Thornton Blackburn started the first taxi cab company in Upper Canada. Such an unlikely story shines a light on a dark time in North American his- tory. Many other blacks made their way on the famous underground railroad to escape slavery and find freedom in Canada. For most African-Canadians living in the Greater Toronto Area and in Durham Region, the journey they or their ances- tors took to get here may not have been as precarious as the trip the Blackburns made, but it is no less remarkable. Some are refugees seeking a new life in a land free of extreme violence, others simply sought a better future for them- selves and their children. Led by such pioneers as activist Bromley Armstrong, the rich history of African-Canadians in Durham Region includes judges Kofi Barnes and Greg Regis, sculptor Dorsey James, storyteller George Blake and Olympian Perdita Fel- icien. These are just a few of the many Afri- can-Canadians who are proud citizens of our region and who make a tremendous contribution to life here. It’s important that we all be aware of the central role played by African-Canadians here, which is why Black History Month should resonate with us all. We think.. e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Andrea McFater - Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Government track record on safety not great To the editor: Regarding the ongoing debate about garbage incineration. We are expected to accept the gov- ernment’s claim that this is safe for the residents of Durham Region. The government in the past has assured us about the safety of lead paint, asbestos, the blood supply, DDT and thalidomide. I wonder if a resident of Walkerton would suggest we rely on government- sponsored scientific studies to allay our fears for the health and safety of our families. Mark Denby Clarington e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 durhamregion.com Never doubt the power of words, especially positive ones Al Rivett sports editor THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com II t was one of those close-to-perfect winter days -- bright sunshine, a few clouds in the sky, crisp snow under- foot. But the folks walking the grounds or heading into the woods at Greenwood Conservation Area in Ajax on this particu- lar day had other things on their minds. For members of the Ontario Volunteer Emergency Response Team (OVERT), this was a training day that had started first thing that morning and would last well into the evening. “It’s not unpleasant now,” OVERT mem- ber Dean Wood said at lunch. “But the wind is picking up and it’ll be pretty cold by 10 o’clock tonight.” No problem. As members of a team of search volunteers that for several years has been providing what they refer to as “focused surge capacity” to local police, fire, EMS, hospitals, public health, social services and local emergency measures agencies, the men and women of OVERT are used to all kinds of weather condi- tions. Mr. Wood said there were between 30 and 40 OVERT members at Greenwood taking part in this training exercise, one of a regular series held each year. “It’s designed to put members of the team through their paces and bring them up to speed on OVERT’s standard operat- ing procedures,” he said. These include clue and crime scene rec- ognition and standard search procedures and formations. Proper procedures “need to be engraved in us so we can go out and conduct search- es appropriately,” Mr. Wood said. “We’re requested by the police simply because we do have a high level of training.” There are about 125 fully trained people who could be called out on emergency or search basis, but Mr. Wood said OVERT could use more. While OVERT is primarily Durham Re- gion-based, its members come from inside and outside the GTA. “We’ve been asked to participate in To- ronto searches on numerous occasions, as well in points east and north of Durham,” said Mr. Wood, who is from Stouffville. OVERT was created after the abduction of a Pickering girl in 1991. “A bunch of well-intentioned citizens came out to help police, but there wasn’t a lot of order,” Mr. Wood said. “It wasn’t organized. The police wanted to bring an organized front to the search operations, one with some cohesion.” OVERT was launched in 1996. Jim McNamara, a senior staff member and former training commander, is usually one of the first people on the scene when- ever there’s a call out. “I’ve been on every search, except for one, probably 30 in all,” he said. “We’ve pretty well located whoever or whatever we were asked to look for” including lost people, abductees, suicide victims, chil- dren or Alzheimer’s patients gone missing. All OVERT searches are under the direction and advisement of the police, along with other groups of searchers. The response team is getting more in- volved in the criminal side, said Mr. McNa- mara, a 12-year OVERT veteran. “We’re pretty much multi-functional.” OVERT also has a canine unit -- two Ger- man shepherds for general duty and two Belgian Malinois that search for bodies. “The dogs have to be OPP-certified be- fore we can utilize them, said Mr. McNa- mara, a Port Hope resident. “The team purchases the dogs -- the last one came from (the Czech Republic) and cost us about $7,000. We select the handlers from the team and the dog then resides with the handler.” To qualify for OVERT, volunteers must be 18 to join the auxiliaries or 20 for search duties. They’ll take specialized training, including four days in-class and a full 12-hour day in the field. “After they do the 12 hours they’ll let us know whether they want to continue,” Mr. McNamara said. Details are available at OVERT.ca. 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Some items not exactly as shown. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 8 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 News Advertiser takes four awards DURHAM — The Metroland Durham Region Media Group has been hon- oured with 32 awards at the annual Suburban Newspa- pers of America contest for editorial excellence. “This is a tremendous ac- complishment that our edito- rial staff should be extremely proud of,” says Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt. The Durham division of Metroland, which pub- lishes newspapers in Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Uxbridge, Port Perry and Northumberland County, was among the lead- ers in newspaper groups across North America com- ing second only to Heritage Newspapers in the United States which won 35 awards. Among the awards were honours for Return to Vimy, a major undertaking that in- volved sending a reporter to Vimy, France, to follow more than 700 Durham students participating in the 90th an- niversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Honoured for the sixth consecutive year was the annual ‘Faces of the Future’ special section that profiles students who excel in the arts or sports. “Faces started out as a tribute to outstanding high school athletes and has grown to include nearly 500 students from every elementary, high school, college and univer- sity in Durham Region,” says Mrs. Burghardt. “With 10 pro- vincial, national and North American awards to its credit, Faces of the Future has be- come our signature special project and one of the most awarded sections in the com- munity newspaper industry.” Work on the 2008 edition of Faces of the Future has al- ready begun and letters will soon go out to area schools inviting this year’s nomina- tions. Northumberland News re- porter Peg McCarthy, a vet- eran member of the Durham staff, was named Journalist of the Year for community newspapers. The SNA is comprised of more than 2,000 daily and weekly suburban and com- munity newspapers across North America. The News Advertiser awards: BEST SPORTS SECTION 2nd Place - Class D Al Rivett, Sports Editor. BEST COVERAGE OF LOCAL EDUCATION SCHOOL DIS- TRICT ISSUES 3rd Place - Class D Crystal Crimi, reporter. BEST SPORTS PHOTO 3rd Place - Class D ‘FINISHING HER TACKLE’ Ron Pietroniro. BEST FEATURE SERIES Honorable Mention - Class D ‘KIDS CAN HELP’ Crystal Crimi, reporter. In Timbits Hockey, half the fun is sharing a moment. That’s why Tim Hortons is proud to support the over 60,000 boys and girls who play Timbits Hockey. It’s a fun way for kids to make new friends, learn valuable life lessons and discover a love for the game. © Tim Hortons, 2007 The first goal is having fun. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising fl yers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. Friday February 1, 2008 Carrier of The Week Ajax and Pickering Locations Ajax 10 Cinemas 248 Kingston Rd. East Ella Today’s carrier of the week is Ella. Ella enjoys playing sports and dancing. Ella has received a dinner, pizza and movie voucher compliments of McDonald’s, Boston Pizza and Cineplex Odeon. 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Special Investigations Unit Di- rector James Cornish said in a statement released Tuesday that Durham and OPP officers did their best to ensure the well-being of London teacher Angela Sedore and Ray Kovacs, who was at the wheel of Ms. Sedore’s Acura SUV when police made contact with it on Hwy. 401 west of Hwy. 35/115 in the early morning hours of Dec. 9, 2007. “No officer caused or contrib- uted to the deaths of either of these two people,” Mr. Cornish said in the statement. “Indeed, it appears clear on the evidence that they did all that could be expected of them as they tried to save Ms. Sedore and ap- prehend Mr. Kovacs.” The vehicle was being sought in connection with the shooting of a man that had occurred in Lon- don, Ont., several hours before Durham officers spotted it trav- elling east on Hwy. 401 around 4:30 a.m. Dec. 9, the SIU said in a synopsis of events. Durham officers pursued the SUV north on 35/115 and when emergency lights were activated the driver of the SUV sped away. The vehicle veered off the high- way near Peterborough after hit- ting a spike belt that had been de- ployed by Peterborough County OPP officers, the SIU said. Officers rushing to the vehicle found both Ms. Sedore and Mr. Kovacs dead of gunshot wounds. A shotgun was found between Mr. Kovacs’s legs, the SIU said. Mr. Kovacs died of a self-in- flicted wound by the side of the highway; it’s not known exactly when Ms. Sedore sustained the gunshot wound to her chest that killed her. The SIU is a civilian agency that investigates circumstances involving police and civilians that result in injury or death. HWY #2 BAYLY HWY 401 BROCK RD.WESTNEY RD.HARWOOD AVE.SALEM RD.We Pay CASH for New and Used Items! VIDEO GAMES 25% OFF BRAND NEW 25%-50%off VALENTINE SALE Jewellery 105 Bayly St. W. 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It’s in the O’Brien Rooms of the Pickering Rec- reation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information visit www.cityofpickering. com/museum. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Seniors Club for bid euchre (begin- ners and the experienced welcome) on Mondays at 7 p.m. The fun is at the Pet- ticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are welcome, including beginners. For more information, call 905- 420-4660, ext. 6302. RUG HOOKING MEETING: The Ajax Rug Hooking Guild meets on the first of every month for a structured meeting. The meeting is at the St. Andrew’s Senior’s Center, 46 Exeter Rd. at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call Shelley Carroll at 905- 683-0017 or Pat Norwood at 905-839-4964. PARKINSONS: The Parkin- son’s Society Canada, Dur- ham Region Chapter, meets at St. Mark’s United Church 201 Centre St. S., Whitby. Debbie Davis, the society’s executive director for Cen- tral and Northern Ontario, is the speaker. 905-619-1469. EATING DISORDERS: The Lakeridge Health Eating Disorders Program presents Dieting: At War With Our Bodies from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library, One The Esplanade. There will also be informa- tion on treatment services. Admission is free. 905-576- 8711, ext. 4317. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 CRAFTS: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for crafts on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Village Commu- nity Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village (Ajax). Bring your lunch and your own craft project or work on group projects. Tea and cookies are provided. New members always welcome. 905-683-8460. PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: A parent support group meets locally every Tuesday for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, run- ning away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. The meetings are at 7:15 p.m. For more in- formation, visit www.apsgo. ca or call 416-223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666. TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence and develop public speaking skills with the Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters. The club meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library auditorium, One the Espla- nade (near Kingston and Glenanna roads). For more information call Joanne at 905-428-7875 or just drop in for a visit. MOMS AND TOTS GROUP: A Moms and Tots group has many activities for children, including a sensory table, snack time, crafts, games, story telling and singing. The group meets every Tuesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Hope Centre, Salvation Army building, 35 King’s Cres., Ajax. It is free and everyone is welcome. For more information, call Dan- nyelle at 905-831-4774. DISCUSSION GROUP: Mar- garet Campbell from That Chocolate Shoppe by the Lake discusses chocolate at the Ajax Senior Citizens Friendship Club, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax, at 9:30 a.m. QUILTERS: The Durham Tril- lium Quilters’ Guild meets at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Durham District School Board, 400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby. Oshawa artist and quilter Janet Coates speaks on A Valentine K.I.S.S. Ev- eryone welcome. Members show and tell. 905-720-1811 (Dolores Hopps), 905-576- 7833 (Anne Murray). PANCAKE DINNER: Pickering Village United Church, 300 Church St. N., Ajax, holds its annual Pan- cake Dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under 12 and $15 for a family of four. Tickets can be bought in advance or at the door. 905-683-4721 or www.pvuc.ca. NETWORKING DAY: The Power of Women Exchange is opening its doors to members and guests alike for its networking day. This event gives women an op- portunity to network with other women in a fun and productive way. The meeting starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Harmony Creek Golf and Country Club, 100 Bloor St. E., Oshawa. All attendees must pre-register by email- ing stefanie@powe.ca, There is a guest fee of $27.50. For more information visit www. powe.ca. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Seniors Club for darts, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m., car- pet bowling, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m., and euchre on Fridays at 6:45 p.m. The fun is at the Pet- ticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are welcome. For more information, call 905-420-4660, ext. 6302. TOASTMASTERS: The Ajax- Pickering Toastmasters’ Club invites anyone interested in public speaking, personal growth, improving their leadership and presentation skills, and building self-con- fidence to its Wednesday meetings at the Ontario Power Generation Informa- tion Centre, 1675 Montgom- ery Park Rd. (at the foot of Brock Road), in Pickering. The doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For more information call Richard at 416-562-0140 or visit www. toastmasters.org. EAGLE’S NEST: The Eagle’s Nest drop in for those 50 years and over is at Forest Brook Community Church, at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Kearney Drive in Pickering Village, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more infor- mation call Jack at 905-686- 5647 or Bob at 905-571-5635. VOLLEYBALL: Moms and tots co-operative volleyball is held every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the East Shore Community Cen- tre, Liverpool Road south of Bayly Street, Pickering. The cost is $5 to join and $1 a week. Babysitting avail- able. There’s also crafts and snacks. 905-831-4263 (Andrea), 905-619-1829 (Debbie). OSTEOPOROSIS: There will be an Osteoporosis sup- port group meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p,m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres. in Ajax. Mrs. Grace Powell, a Tab Bra Consultant, will be the guest speaker. For more informa- tion call Odette at 905 831 4471. BIBLE STUDY: St. Timothy’s Presbyterian Church is host- ing a Bible study that focus- es on the Book of Psalms. The group began meeting on Jan. 30 and meets every Wednesday until Mar. 5 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Timothy’s, 97 Burcher Rd., Ajax. For more information call the church at 905-683-6122. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 BRIDGE: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for a game of bridge on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon and Sat- urdays from 1:15 to 4 p.m. at the Village Community Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village (Ajax). The level of play is kitchen bridge or better. Coffee and cookies are provided. 905- 683-8460. To submit a Billboard item, e-mail News Editor Mike Ruta at mruta@durhamregion. com. Durham’s leading wedding professionals are at the... 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All regular house league games played in Ajax. No Mixed Gender Teams. • Individual Trophy; • Cup day celebration. Thursday, March 20th 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. McLean Community Centre Room #1 Saturday, April 5th 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ajax Community Centre Admiral’s Room Saturday, April 19th 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. McLean Community Centre Room #1 After March 8, fi nal rates to be announced Final Registration Dates, Times and Locations: AJAX AZZURRI SOCCER CLUB Come Join the Fun 905-231-2015 603 Church Street North, Ajax. 905-686-8187 1822 Whites Road, Pickering. 905-421-0111Some restrictions applySome restrictions apply WINTER sPECIALWINTER sPECIAL 50%50% OFF EnrollmentOFF Enrollment With this coupon. Limited time only. MonthlyMonthly TanningTanning $28.99$28.99 Ladies and Gentlemen Start Your Engines For exhibitor information call Kerry McGovern at (905) 373-7355 ext 234 kmcgovern@northumberlandnews.com Presented By: DON’T MISS IT! 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Mr. Terry, the manager of nu- clear public affairs at the Pickering nuclear station, was inducted into the office during the annual Presi- dent’s Dinner held last week. “I am very excited to be part of the board and I am looking for- ward to a busy year,” Mr. Terry says in a press release. “We are dedi- cated to growing our membership and the services we provide, as well as continuing our contribu- tions to sustainability.” Joining him on the board’s 2008 council are: Diana Hills-Milligan, of Veridian Corporation, who will serve as chairwoman; John Copetti (Copetti and Company) as treasurer; Janis Amazallag (Conext Inc.) as corporate secretary; and, John G. Smith (WordSmith Media Inc.) as first vice-president. New council members include Jason Cameron (BMO Bank of Montreal), Peter Spratt (ROCG Consulting) and Kevin Tower (Cornell Insurance). All the new members are beginning three-year terms of office. Returning directors include: Cynthia Cusack (Jay and Jay De- livery Services); Dave Johnson (Northstar Promotions); Donna McFarlane (Durham College and UOIT); Craig Oldman (Siemens Canada); Tracy Paterson (Rouge Valley Health System); and, Joan Wideman (Lenbrook Group of Companies). Luisa Da Rocha of the Town of Ajax and Lynn Winterstein of the City of Pickering will continue to serve as advisors. The board was sworn in by Durham Region Chairman Roger Anderson during ceremonies at the Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility. The Isobel Carter Youth Awards were also presented at the event. The board partnered with Dan Carter to present a $500 RESP to Adam Freeman and Katelyn Davis. The award, established in 2005, is given to recipients who have a commitment to a kind heart, a generous soul and leadership when it matters most. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Don Terry, left, is sworn in as president of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade- by Durham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. Don Terry to lead board of trade BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, IN MEMORIAMS AND MOREmilestonesdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com AJAX — Since the beginning of the year, Ajax firefighters have gone out on dozens of unnecessary calls. Fire crews have attended more than 30 calls for carbon monoxide alarms being ac- tivated and, in many cases, the cause could have easily been prevented. Firefighters are finding high CO readings in homes after residents have run vehicles in or near a garage. The CO gets into the house through small openings in walls or around improperly sealed doors. CO is an odourless, colourless and poten- tially fatal gas that is produced when various fuels are burned. Kevin Vaughan, a fire prevention inspector with the Ajax Fire and Emergency Services, says at no time should a vehicle, barbecue or such things as a snowblower be operated in an attached garage, even with the overhead door open. It should be moved outside im- mediately and kept as far as possible from the garage. Also allow the garage to ventilate for 30- to-60 seconds before closing the door, he adds. Other tips to consider in protecting occu- pants of a home from CO: • Service furnaces, boilers and fireplaces annually; • Check exterior vents from mid-and-high- efficiency furnaces, water heaters and fire- places to ensure they aren’t blocked by snow, vegetation or animal nests; • Repair damaged walls or door seals in at- tached garages; and, • Install CSA or ULC approved CO alarms in the house. If one is in installed, it should be placed near sleeping areas. For more information, visit www.tssa.org, in the Public Safety and Consumer Informa- tion section. Superintendent Gloria Schwabe retiring DURHAM — Gloria Schwabe, north Durham school superintendent, will retire on March 14 after 31 years as an educator in Durham Region. The Durham District School Board supervisory officer, responsible for schools in Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog, was appointed in 2003. Ms. Schwabe also taught at elemen- tary and secondary schools in Pickering and Ajax. “It has been a privilege working with Gloria Schwabe. She has earned a great deal of respect from her colleagues, parents, and trustees and has been an asset to our super- intendent team here at the board,” said board chairwoman Marilyn Crawford. Her retire- ment was announced at the Jan. 21 board meeting. Fire service wants residents to prevent increases in carbon monoxide levels Seek and you shall find 411durhamregion.com Union chief uses address to Rotary club to call for more federal cash to help auto industry By Charles McGregor DURHAM — Canadian Autoworkers chief Buzz Har- grove challenged some of the Region’s most influential people to go after federal fi- nance minister Jim Flaherty and pressure him to do more in the battle to save the auto industry. “I met with him two months ago,” Mr. Hargrove told the Rotary Club of Oshawa on Monday, “and pleaded with him -- and I’m not known much for pleading -- but I told him to look in Durham Region alone and at the auto parts workers laid off and the loss of a shift coming up at GM of Canada.” Mr. Hargrove said in a best- case scenario, one parts plant could be gone by the end of the year. “Johnson Controls is laying off people and Lear is threat- ening to close two facilities,” he said. “This is in his own rid- ing, where our industry is in trouble and every time we speak he says this is just the norm as our economy trans- forms from manufacturing to service. What utter non- sense. This is not inevitable. It doesn’t have to happen.” “We have unfair trade. In addition to Japan and South Korea, India and China and Russia are going to be major players at some point. (We have) a government, up until now, that’s been unwilling to deal with this issue, including Mr. Flaherty, who represents this area,” he said. Mr. Hargrove told Rotar- ians to tell Mr. Flaherty, who is also the federal member for Whitby-Oshawa and the Minister Responsible for the GTA, that it would be in ev- eryone’s best interests for the feds to put some serious cash toward saving the auto and manufacturing industries. “The manufacturing sector in Canada is taking a beating,” he said. “Not a day goes by that I don’t get notices of lay- offs in the auto and manufac- turing industries. And it’s not just Ontario, it’s Quebec and all across Canada,” he said. He added that there have been 350,000 manufactur- ing jobs lost in Canada since 2002. In 1979 GM Canada had around 35,000 hourly- rated autoworkers, members of the CAW, Mr. Hargrove said. CAW Local 222 peaked at around 21,000 members. “Today, in the industry - - in what the media now call the Detroit Three not the Big Three -- the total number of assemblers is 35,000 people.” In addition to a serious imbalance in auto trade, an- other contributing factor has been the rise of the Canadian loonie to parity with the U.S. dollar. 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We’re not doing a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association), where we take on the re- sponsibility of paying the health care benefits for re- tirees. “That’s GM’s and Ford’s and Chrysler’s responsibil- ity.” VEBA became part of the most recent United Auto Workers contract in the U.S. Under VEBA, the company turns over a certain amount of financing, then the union has the responsibility for managing the fund and for determining benefits that will be paid. Tough talk on upcoming negotiations newsdurhamregion.com Watch the video at newsdurhamregion.com Responds to criticism f rom CAW chief By Charles McGregor DURHAM — Finance minister Jim Flaherty defended the work of the Conservative government Tuesday after harsh criticism was levelled at the Tory cabinet member by CAW president Buzz Hargrove a day ear- lier. Mr. Hargrove, in a speech to the Oshawa Rotary Club, urged local citi- zens to pressure Mr. Flaherty to do more to help out struggling auto and manufacturing industries. The finance minister’s charac- terizations that the economy was transforming from manufacturing to service were “utter nonsense,” Mr. Hargrove said. “This is not inevitable. It doesn’t have to happen,” he said. Mr. Flaherty, who is MP for Whitby- Oshawa, said the feds have worked to give manufacturers help in tough times. “We introduced our $60-billion tax relief package last October, which included historic reductions in busi- ness taxes,” Mr. Flaherty said from Ottawa. “Many of these tax cuts are already in place and working for the benefit of all Canadians.” He added Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently announced the es- tablishment of a $1-billion Com- munity Development Trust, aimed at one-industry towns facing major downturns, communities plagued by chronic high unemployment or re- gions hit by layoffs across a range of sectors. “Our government is providing $1.3- billion over three years in tax relief through a temporary accelerated capital cost allowance for manufac- turing and processing businesses,” he said. “They can write off their invest- ments in machinery and equipment over two years to encourage new economic investment and to create jobs. 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Seaton website launched PICKERING — A new Seaton community website has been launched by the City of Pickering in collaboration with the Re- gion of Durham and the Province of Ontario. The Seaton section provides a tool for citizens, the business community, future investors, residents and visitors to get up to speed on the community projected to accommodate 70,000 people and provide 35,000 jobs. It also provides a Flash interac- tive map that simplifies the community plan, opportunities for residents to get involved, detailed maps and information on studies and initiatives. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson says it will play a big role in marketing the City, and reinforced the fact that Council and staff are committed to making Seaton a model of sustainability. To see the site, visit www.sustain- ablepickering.com/seaton.newsdurhamregion.comSTEVE BEVAN’SFOLLOW ALL OUR BLOGSNIGHT SKIESBLOG Look up, way up Is the sky really the limit? Greenwood Conservation Area hosts numerous events this weekend AJAX — Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do. The Town is hosting free outdoor activities, giving residents a chance to get up, out and WinterActive. WinterActive is a provincial initiative co-ordinated by Parks and Recreation Ontario, and it runs from Jan. 18 to Feb. 29. The aim is to promote the benefits of physical activity and healthy living choices in the winter. Activities offered by Ajax include cross-country skiing, cardio-skiing and Nordic walking. It’s being held at the Greenwood Conservation Area on Sat- urday, Feb. 2 and Sunday, Feb. 3. “We have snow and we have the space, so let’s get up, go out and be WinterActive,” says Kevin Smith, the Town’s active living co-ordinator. “Even if you’re not interested in skiing or Nordic walking, bring the family out to Greenwood for a leisurely walk. The trails are amazing this time of year.” Nordic walking, the hottest new out- door trend, is on Feb. 2 from 1 to 3 p.m., while cross-country skiing is on Feb. 3, also from 1 to 3 p.m. Participants must have their own equipment and prior registration is re- quired. The Greenwood Conservation Area is on Greenwood Road, off Westney Road north of Taunton Road. For more information or to register, call Mr. Smith at 905-428-7799 or visit e-mail kevin.smith@townofajax.com. LTD. To Register Call 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca WELCOME WAGON BRIDAL SHOWCASE Showcase feature: www.bridalshowcase.ca Industry Experts with advice & information • Display • Demos • Door Prizes • Fashion Shows • Gift Bags & More Sunday February 3, 2008 Carruthers Creek Golf Club Doors Open at 1 p.m. Greetings from the Shwaw COMEDY NIGHT Featuring RonTite & Sabrina Jalees E.P. Taylor’s Durham College Student Centre Oshawa Campus 2000 Simcoe Street North Doors open at 8:00 p.m. $10/person For ticket info call 905.721.3035 Hosted by the Durham College Alumni Association SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2008 Ryder Cres. Beer Cres. Dolby Cres. Carter-Bennett Dr. Audley Rd. S. Clover Ridge Dr. E. Delaney Dr. Hunwicks Cres. Grainger Cres. Stokes Dr. Haskell Ave. Dooley Cres. Ravenscroft Rd. Schoolbridge St. Alden Sq. Poulton Ave. Allard Ave. Angus Dr. Finley Ave. Hazeldine Dr. Fenton St. Gillett Dr. Atherton Ave. Willows Lane Woodcock Ave. Bissland Dr. Addley Cres. Hettersley Dr. Tozer Cres. Strickland Dr. Down Cres. Dent St. Stevensgate Dr. Ballgrove Cres. Clapperton Dr. Kirkham Dr. Clements Rd. E. Church St. S. Bramwell Dr. Telford Dr. Old Harwood Ave. Kings Cres. Burcher Rd. Dreyer Dr. Bradbury Cres. Armitage Cres. Warner Dr. Boyd Cres. Hollier Dr. Rushworth Dr. Williamson Dr. E. Dellbrook Ave. Wildwood Ave. Major Oaks Rd. 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(OURS -ON &RI 3AT 3UN durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 Activities galore at annual Winterfest AJAX — Winter fun for the whole family. That’s what Winterfest offers and it’s on Sunday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Greenwood Conservation Area. Put on by Ajax Recreation Services, the event has a variety of activities, most of them at no cost. There’s ice skating (bring your own skates and helmet), children’s games, snow paint- ing, art and crafts, snowshoeing, guid- ed hikes led by members of the Ajax Trails Advocacy Committee and a fig- ure-skating demonstration by Edrea and Edbert Khong, the 2007 silver medalists in juvenile dance. There’s also horse-drawn wagon rides and tasty treats, both with nomi- nal fees. The conservation area is on Greenwood Road, off of Westney Road, north of Taunton Road. For more information, call Lisa Warth at 905-619-2529, ext. 7243 or e-mail her at lisa.warth@townofajax. com. Ajax invites residents to get WinterActive Celebrate winter in Ajax on Feb. 10 By Jennifer Stone jstone@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Clarington will not be a willing host to an incinerator. Council voted 4-3 Monday -- with councillors voting along local and regional lines -- to declare its unwillingness to play host to the proposed energy-from-waste fa- cility after a number of local coun- cillors and members of the public stated concern that Clarington’s voice was not being heard at the Region. Earlier this month, Clarington council had voted -- again 4-3, with the local councillors outvot- ing the Regional representatives -- to ask the Region to defer site selection for the proposed Energy- From-Waste facility. But despite that being Clarington’s official po- sition, when voting at the Region Jan. 23, Clarington’s three Region- al councillors voted to accept the Courtice site. Under Clarington’s procedural bylaw, the mayor is bound to rep- resent and support the decisions of local council, said Ward 4 Coun- cillor Gord Robinson. “Mr. Mayor, you have not done this and I want an explanation,” he said. It was a situation noted by a number of local councillors, many of whom were in attendance at the Regional meeting where the Courtice site was accepted as the preferred location for the incinera- tor. “I had heard conversations that Clarington’s position was not being put forth and I didn’t want to believe it,” said Ward 1’s Adrian Foster. But after attending the Re- gion’s meeting last week, he found Clarington’s “duly arrived at posi- tion was ignored.” But Mayor Jim Abernethy defend- ed his Regional position, saying the only way to get the answers both the anti-incineration side and the local councillors are looking for is to complete the environmen- tal assessment -- something that can’t be done without site selec- tion. That’s because in order to do site-specific risk assessments and the business plan, the site must be known. “The decision has not been made to build anything,” said the mayor. “There are many questions that need to be answered. In order to answer those questions, you are required to fulfill the EA process.” The EA will help answer two basic questions, said Mayor Aber- nethy: can Durham afford it and is it safe. Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. • A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. • Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. • Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. • A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD 905-683-1391 We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. 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For more information and to register for the Information meeting and the Quit smoking Groups, call Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729 or visit www.region.durham.on.ca Information Meeting: Wednesday February 6, 2008 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm Location for the above dates: Durham Region Headquarters 605 Rossland Road E., Whitby Room 1 B Group Sessions: Wednesdays February 13 - March 19, 2008 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 27 A/Pdurhamregion.com Clarington declares unwillingness to host incinerator newsdurhamregion.com For more about what this could mean for the Region, see the story online at newsdurhamregion.com Now with RSS content feeds newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Entertainment in brief FEBRUARY 1, 2008 Prepare to be infected at gallery exhibit Invasion from inner space By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Anyone who knows me well knows I’m a science fiction nut. I’ve been reading it and watch- ing it for decades. I even watched the original Star Trek in its original run. So when I walked into the Robert McLaughlin Gallery last weekend and spotted the newest exhibit, I smiled. Actually, I laughed. For there on the walls were white lumps that reminded me of something out of Star Trek or numerous other SF stories -- small, irregularly-shaped objects that looked as if they were about to burst out of the walls to assimilate us all. Standing beside me was staff photographer Jason Liebregts. He thought those white bumps were about to disappear into the wall, as if they were the last, visible bits of beings that had been sucked by some irresistible force into the space behind the wall. All of which delighted David Blatherwick, who we’d come to photograph and interview. He en- joys hearing what people see in his works or how they feel about them. Turns out he wasn’t thinking so much science fiction as science when he created them. The exhibit of his work, which runs until March 9, is entitled Cheese, Worms and Holes In Ev- erything, and is a collaboration be- tween RMG and the Art Gallery of Windsor, where Blatherwick lives and teaches art at the university level. The works, which are abstract in a sense, have names like Airborne, Species Jump, The Comedian’s En- trails and Two Infections Talking. “There’s a lot of talk about our biological vulnerability like in the SARS scare,” Blatherwick said. “It made us conscious about how vul- nerable we are. In a nutshell, this is what this (the works in the exhibit) came from. This is culled from my interest in science, in reality.” Viruses, bacteria, parasites threaten us. And they appear to threaten to infect the gallery. Spe- cies Jump, the work that made me smile, consists of a painting from which white nodules project. Look around the room and you’ll see they’ve erupted on three other walls too. In another room, you’ll fund lumps on the floor next to the benches and black-and-white and multicoloured “organisms” spreading out on top of and from underneath other paintings. Even the room’s environmental controls look like they’re being at- tacked by blobs. “We always try to ignore those so I thought I would infect them too.” Everywhere are vivid colours. “We have very imaginative fears about what’s going on in our bod- ies,” Blatherwick said, explaining his vocabulary of paintings plays with those fears by exposing the invisible parts of our bodies. Some people have a visceral re- action to the paintings, telling him their stomachs churn on seeing them. But the exhibit is not scary. There’s plenty of humour to be found there, too. “Part of me wants to be a co- median,” he said. “Comedy I like because ... it’s a collision of oppo- sites.” In fact one work, The Comedian’s Entrails, is an homage to Peter Sell- ers. It’s Blatherwick’s vision of what the comedian’s insides would look like and it’s dark intestine-like coils on broad stripes of toxic colours. And the exhibit is a parody in it- self, since it takes paintings outside of their usual frames. In fact, some of the works are literally off the wall, installed using TV wall mounts. It is, in a word, infectious. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Artist David Blatherwick is showing his exhibit, Cheese, Worms and Holes In Everything, at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa until March 9. Valentine’s sparkle at gallery DURHAM — The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is hoping to put some sparkle into your life. The Oshawa gallery’s board of trustees is holding A Sparkling Evening on Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m., just in time for Valentine’s Day. The fundraising event includes champagne, hors d’oeuvres, a mes- sage wall, portraits and poetry to help you celebrate the romantic day. Classical and jazz saxophone music will be provided by Ted Brankston and Paul Greco. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at the gallery’s informa- tion desk. The gallery is at 72 Queen St. Band wants you to get with the beat DURHAM — The New Horizons band in Bowmanville is hoping to drum up some new members. That’s right, the group is looking for percussion players. Qualifica- tions are pretty basic -- have a good sense of humour and be able to count to four. If you can play or would like to learn how to play bass drum, snare drum, crash cymbals, a triangle or tambourine, this team section is for you. The band is designed for adults who want to play in a band and either have some (i.e. high school) experience or none. If interested, give Tony Maxwell at call at 905-697-1238. Date change for youth orchestra concert DURHAM — The next concert of the Durham Youth Orchestra will be held in March. A Winter Concert will be pre- sented March 1, which is a change from the originally scheduled date in February. On the program will be the overture to Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, the first movement of Handel’s Viola Concerto in B Minor, the first movement of Stamitz’s Flute Concerto, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8, and Handel’s Let Me Weep from Rinaldo. The concert is at 7:30 p.m. at Hebron Christian Reform Church, Anderson Street North, north of Taunton Road, Whitby. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors and $8 for children. Tickets are available at the door and at Unit- ed Way Information Services kiosk, Oshawa Centre, Hide n’ Skin, Whitby Mall. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Singing out PICKERING — Abbey Kasalirwe and the other smiling members of the Watoto Children’s Choir sing and dance at their dress rehearsal in Pickering. The choir performed at Pickering Pentecostal Church and in Brooklin. The African choir group raises awareness of issues like HIV/AIDS and conflict in their country. Improv offered at college DURHAM — Improv has arrived at Durham College. Starting Jan. 28, the continuing education department began of- fering a nine-week course, Improv For Everyone, with 10-year improv veteran and Canadian Comedy Award nominee Stephanie Her- rera. “It’s a course that will go over the basics of improv and then get into some more advanced work,” she said. “So, it really is for everyone, those who have never tried improv and those who want a refresher. This is also a great course for any- one in a career that involves inter- action with people.” She said the course focuses on communication, listening skills, team building, thinking on your feet and learning how to get out of your head -- and laughter. For more information or to reg- ister, go to www.durhamcollege. ca/coned or send an e-mail to Her- rera at info@durhamimprov.com. See the video online at newsdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 29 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Ajax judokas golden at first qualifier Budokan club cleans up with 22 medals AJAX — Ajax Budokan Judo Club athletes put forth quality efforts at the first provincial qualifying meet of the season in Kingston last Sunday. In fact, at the conclusion of the meet, the Ajax club boasted 10 gold medallists, five silver and seven bronze to put their stamp on the proceedings. “We fared better than any other club there by far,” says Dr. Kevin Doherty, one of the instructors at the Ajax club. Ajax Budokan took two gold med- als in the junior (10 and 11 year olds) category. Bradley Langlois struck gold in the junior men’s category, while Jessica Klimkait topped the junior women’s event. In the juvenile (13 to 16 year olds) division, Derek Langlois earned gold in the minus-55 kilo weight class. Jakub Walsh won gold in the minus- 66 kilo class. Nick Eewes finished third in the minus-51 kilo class. Justin Klimkait placed third in the minus-48 kilo weight class. Josh Cra- nham finished in a third-place tie at minus-66 kilos with teammate Ben Wilk. In the IJF junior women’s division (16 to 19 year olds), Renee Guggino won gold in her women’s minus- 52 kilo class. Jessica Szabo finished third in the minus-52 kilo category. In the IJF junior men’s division, Nick Zakharov was golden in the minus-60 kilo division, followed by Mack Fourcahdot in second in the same weight class. David Ancor won gold in the minus-66 kilo bracket, fol- lowed by Mark Welsh with a bronze in the same weight division. In the IJF senior (16 and over) division, Renee Guggino won gold in the women’s minus-52 kilo class. Meanwhile, in IJF senior men’s category, Derek Langlois won gold in the minus-55 kilo weight division. Nick Zakharov earned silver in the minus-60 kilo class. Mark Welsh won gold in the minus-66 kilo class, followed by Matt Koniszewski with the silver and David Ancor with the bronze. Darcy Reis captured silver in the minus-73 kilo class. Jeff Murley earned silver at minus-81 kilos. In the senior male colour belt divi- sion, Alex Cimpeon captured a silver medal in the middleweight division. NOTES: Renee Guggino leaves shortly with the Canadian junior judo team travelling to Belgium for a 10-day tournament and training. Pickering High wins big despite no Devoe in lineup By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com AJAX — No Devoe Joseph? No problem for the Pickering High School Trojans. While the talented guard was in Ann Arbor, Michigan to see the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers — the team he’ll join on a scholarship in the fall — take on the U. of Michigan Wolverines, his Trojans were in Oshawa tak- ing care of business at their first Pickering High School Classic at UOIT/Durham College on Thurs- day afternoon. The 24-team senior boys’ tour- nament kicked off on Thursday morning, with pool play continu- ing on Friday at the campuses two gymnasiums, including one at the brand new state-of-the-art 100,000-square-foot athletic cen- tre. Drawing the G.L. Roberts Lak- ers (moved to the ‘A’ pool after Toronto’s Francis Liberman dropped out) in their first-round contest, the Trojans, the top- ranked ‘AAAA’ basketball team in the province, demolished the ‘AA’ squad from south Oshawa 82-45 in a contest that, top to bottom, was a total mismatch. The Trojans pulled away from the opening tip, leading 13-3 with 3:48 remaining in the first quar- ter. That advantage was doubled to 26-3 by the end of the quarter. The Pickering High lead was stretched to 25 at half time and to 35 by the time the third quarter had expired. All in all, the Trojans enjoyed a wide advantage in all facets of the game. But, relying on tal- ent alone, says Trojans coach Jim Barclay, may not be enough in the later games in the tourna- ment, when defences generally tighten up significantly. “I can’t say we played all that well. Roberts, they did the best that they could. Our guys didn’t have to work that hard on de- fence. That’s a bit of a problem because they get a little lazy on defence,” says Barclay. “It’s prob- ably not a benefit to play a game like this. But, we get a lot of guys into the game who don’t nor- mally play a lot, so it’s good in that way.” Conversely, Lakers’ coach John Pfeifer didn’t mind that his young squad was exposed to the harsh reality of a lop-sided loss. Mistakes, he says, are magnified when you play a top-calibre team like the Trojans, something they can learn from. “Our guys need to see what top-level teams look like. Our mistakes, what we make on an every-game basis, are amplified against a team like Pickering. They go and score every time we make a mistake. We just made too many mistakes and turned the ball over too often,” says Pfeifer. Cory Joseph led the way for Pickering High with 15 points. Terrell Lewis had 18 for Roberts. The Lakers were 1-1 in pool play Thursday after getting a de- fault victory after Don Mills Col- legiate was a last-minute no-go for the tournament. Instead, they played Notre Dame of Ajax in an exhibition game, losing 51-37. They were expected to play either St. Mike’s or Markham on Thurs- day night. Meanwhile, the Trojans also received a default win for a game against Don Mills Collegiate. As a replacement game, Pickering High played a Toronto-based Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) squad on Thursday night, with the result unavailable at press time. Quarter-final playoff action is slated for Saturday morning, starting at 10 a.m. Semifinal con- tests go at 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. at the UOIT. The championship game is at the UOIT at 8:15 p.m. Trojans roll over Roberts at Pickering High Classic Friday’s schedule Friday, Feb. 1: 9:30 a.m. - Ajax High vs. Emery (UOIT); 9:30 a.m. - J. Clarke Richardson vs. Northern (Dur- ham); 11:15 a.m. - St. Mary vs. Martingrove (UOIT); 11:15 a.m. - Westview vs. Beal of London (Durham); 1 p.m. - J. Clarke Richardson vs. Runnymede (UOIT); 1 p.m. - Ajax High vs. Vaughan (Durham); 2:45 p.m. - Beal (London) vs. Thornlea (UOIT); 2:45 p.m. - Martingrove vs. Mother Teresa (Durham); 4:15 p.m. - Emery vs. Vaughan (UOIT); 4:15 p.m. - Northern vs. Runnymede (Durham); 6 p.m. - St. Mary vs. Mother Teresa (UOIT); 6 p.m. Westview vs. Thornlea (Durham). 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Apply in person with resume. * PUBLIC * NOTICE Free list of Durham Region distress sales & foreclosures now available to public. 1-800-596-2052 ID #1042 Free recorded message 2-BDRM FULLY RENOVATED large lot on Nash Rd in Courtice. New kitchen, bath, flooring. Park- ing. No smoking/pets. $890 + utilities. Call after 5p.m. 905-239- 1521 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, end unit, 2-storey, Whitby, 4 years old. Hardwood on main floor, $259,900, Call (416)832- 1945. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 01, 2008, PAGE 31 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to:www.durhamregion.com Butler Disposal Services We have an immediate position available for: LICENSED MECHANIC Exp.in the Waste Industry an asset. 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Office Mgmt, Bookkeeping, Shipping/Receiving, office based sales, Cust Service, word processing, graphic design software, database & Inventory management, travel scheduling, website management Salary/Benefits:Compensation & benefits relative to candidate's experience. Resume accepted, on or before Feb 10th, in person or by mail at: 208 Byron Street South Whitby, Ontario L1N 4P6 Att: Ken Dunn, President, Secrets of Simplicity nine to five business interiors inc. We are now accepting resumes for the position of OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/ SALES ASSIST We are a full service office furniture dealership in Durham region. Experience in this industry and /or QuickBooks is an asset. To learn more about this position please e-mail: kirby@ninetofive.ca Customer Service/Order Entry Requirements: Strong communications skills, computer experience, maturity & office experience mandatory, must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. Position is Seasonal Full-time (Weekdays & Saturdays required) Pickering area company. Car required (not accessible by bus) Only resumes with salary expectation will be considered, fax: 905-683-3734 INTERESTED CANDIDATES are invited to apply to Sarah Nash, Human Resources Manager: snash@goldbook.ca Gold Book is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. Outside Sales a division of Metroland Media Group Ltd. Gold Book has given us an opportunity to shine. Support from our trainers, managers and peers has been excellent, making our earning potential virtually uncapped! Jacqueline, Karen & Dyna Senior Sales Reps, Gold Book Gold Book is the directory division of Metroland Media Group Ltd., which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. We publish over 2.4 million directories and operate 14 regional websites across 41 markets in south-central Ontario. Gold Book services local markets, providing small businesses with affordable multimedia advertising bundles and providing consumers with complete listings of businesses and services relevant to their communities. To ensure our continued growth and unprecedented success, Gold Book is seeking energetic and self-motivated individuals to join our team. We are in search of full-time OUTSIDE ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVES in our Durham and Scarborough region. Are you a hard working and independent, self-starter? Do you have the confidence and drive to excel at generating new business? Are you customer-focused with a desire to build strong relationships? Do you have excellent communication, presentation and telephone skills? Are you goal-oriented and capable of meeting weekly targets? Do you enjoy dealing with small businesses and meeting new people every day? Are you willing to commit 37.5 hours per week to achieving your financial goals? Do you have a reliable vehicle? If you answered “Yes” to all of the above and would like to pursue a rewarding career with an innovative leader in the media industry, this opportunity may be the right one for you. We offer: •Unlimited income potential (includes base + commission + bonus) •Car/cell phone allowances •A comprehensive benefits package (including group RRSP plan eligibility) •3 weeks vacation to start •13 weeks paid training bonus •Ongoing sales incentives and contests Village Chrysler is looking for *LEASING MANAGER *SALES REPS We offer: • Huge lease portfolio • Excellent pay plan - up to 50% commission plus F & I • Lots of traffic • Demo or company car • Free training • Great management support • Great opportunity Become part of our winning team!! For private and confidential interview call & ask for Nick or Jim @ (905) 683-5358 or email: nick@villagechrysler.ca Sales Career Leading cemetery company requires motivated individuals to help market its pre-arrangement services. We do not offer $100,000 a year A company Cadillac or false promises WE DO OFFER Training salary, generous commission structure, full benefit package, pension plan, job security, opportunity for advancement, excellent working conditions and $30-$60,000 first year potential. Sales experience is preferred but not mandatory as we will train. Car required. Please call 905-665-0600 Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Goody Canada - A Newell Rubbermaid Company located in Pickering seeks Assistant Sales Administration Co-Ordinator Must possess 3 years post secondary training in an administration or business related course with 3-5 years experience. Strong communication skills, business accounting & merchandising experience required. Fluent in French an asset. Please fax resume to:1-800-466-3989 Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. Energetic, self motivated SALES REP required for high volume RV Dealership. Proven sales track record in RV sales would be an asset but willing to train the right individual to join our team. Please forward your resume to craig.mcfadden@owasco.com or fax 905-579-5802.No phone calls please Employment Opportunities The Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) provides treatment, rehabilitation and support services to clients and their families with severe mental illness in the Durham community. The program operates 7 days a week, involving day, after- noon/early evening shifts and rotating weekends with staff providing on-call support after hours. Using a multi-disciplinary team approach, the ACT Team is currently recruiting for: Registered Nurses (2 positions available) Occupational Therapist (1 position) Social Worker (1 position) Peer Support Specialist (1 position) Please forward cover letter and resume to: recruit.hr@cmhadurham.org or fax to 905-436-9039 Deadline for applications is:Friday, February 15, 2008. The Canadian Mental Health Association (Durham Branch) endorses the principles of workforce diversity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Thank You. GENERAL HELPER Part time hours for busy xray clinic in Whitby. Within walking distance of Dundas & Byron. Fax resume to: 416-757-4146 SOUS CHEF • 3-5 Years Culinary Experience • Red Seal or other recognized Culinary Program certification • Clear Communication and Leadership Skills • Flexible hours Full Job Description is available on-line at www.golfdeercreek.com. Please fax resume with salary expectations to 905.427.1574 or email to jobs@golfdeercreek.com. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please ** PUBLIC NOTICE ** List of Ajax, Brooklin,Whitby, Oshawa Bank Foreclosures, Power of Sales & Estate Sales are now available to the public for free! Free computerized list with pictures of Distress Sale properties from $170,000. No Investors please. Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 - ID #4042 or DurhamDistressSales.com Re/Max Ability Real Estate Ltd *Independently Owned & Operated* 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper, Broker *POWER OF SALE, free list of properties and picture, 1-888-246-4650, Ext:1042. Remax Hallmark, www.OntarioDistressSales.com. $$$MORTGAGES$$$ Prime lst and 2nd mortgages available up to 100% First Time Buyers/Refinance/purchases CONSOLIDATE NOW BEST AVAILABLE RATES Bank turn downs/Power of Sale/Collections A longer amortization could be beneficial Some conditions apply PLEASE CALL SYLVIA JULES (905) 666-2060 Tor. Line (289) 314-4098 Email: sjules@on.aibn.com Central Funding Group Ltd. Serving Durham and other areas for 15 years. sales help & agents sales help & agents sales help & agents Government of Canada is offering assistance $20,000.00/person to purchase your first home. Free report available at 1-800-596-2052 ID #1053 Free recorded message OSHAWA N.W. Fabulous 3+1 bdrms, 2-bathrooms, bungalow, private drive, walk-out to back patio and Dundee Park, fin, bsmt. no dogs/smoking. $1225/mo+ utilities. (416)704-4570 2 INDUSTRIAL CONDO Units for sale, South Whitby area. Approx 1200sq.ft. each. Asking $110,000 each. Call (905)982-0696 INDUSTRIAL OR STORAGE unit, near Oshawa/Whitby board- er and 401. Prime location. 1,000 sq.-ft., 16 foot ceilings, $700/month plus utilities. (905) 432-2345 PORT PERRY INDUSTRIAL. 1-1/2 acre lot, 3,000 square feet steel building. Asking $430,000 Call 905-985-0877. sales help & agents COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE for lease. Prime north Oshawa location. Second floor space. 560 or 630sq.ft. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905- 576-0958 for details. OFFICE SPACE for rent starting at $350 per month, all inclusive. Available immediately. Also, Oshawa warehouse/retail space available. Call (905)424-5083. OFFICE/LIVING SPACE for rent. 870 square feet/2nd floor above existing business. Rural location. Please call for details (905)655- 3291. DIGITAL PRINTING BUS.Must Sell Health Reasons. Training & Financing Avail, No Exp. 800- 645-3006. FOR SALE.Established Lawn Care Company. 16-ft box trailer w/flip down ramp, well maintained cub cadet "0" turn 42" mower w/attachments & client list. (905)723-9858 leave msg. IN DEBT OVER YOUR HEAD? Tired of your job? Looking for a new challenge? Million dollar in- come earning entrepreneur coach can help you find the success you have been looking for. Call (905)447-6140 sales help & agents JOB AT HOME. $487.68 Weekly. Assemble Products, Mail or Computer Work. Free Details www.TopJobReview.com write CHRJobs: 372 Rideau St, #916-A15, Ottawa ON, K1N 1G7 1-800-351-5120 MULTI-MILLION $$$Network Marketing Pro, new to Durham Region. Looking for partners to help create financial wellness and bring new company to Canada. Call (905)447-6140 WELL-KNOWN FISH and chips store looking to expand. Seeks entrepreneurial people willing to learn the fish and chip business on an owner basis. 905-626- 6119. $$$ FAST All Mortgages.Switch to a better rate. Debt Consolidation Refinance. Behind on payments. Call 416-993-6313 Shoppers Mortgages $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.7 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986. PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. Feb/March. First/last, references. Quebec St. Also 304 Simcoe S., $520/mo. Stephen 905-259- 5796, 905-576-8699. 1 BDRM. BASEMENT APT., OSHAWA - Large windows, separate entrance, new paint/ carpet. 1 parking. $700 plus 35% utilities. Avail. Feb. lst. No smok- ing/pets. First/last, references. Call 905-424-3063. 1-BEDROOM APT., Oshawa, ground floor, washer, dryer, park- ing included. Newly updated in 2005. Located on Simcoe St. bus route. $750/month + utilities. Call Peggy 905-725-3088 to arrange viewing. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. for rent, Finch/Liverpool. Fur- nished, close to amenities. $850/month. Cable/Internet in- cluded. Available immediately. No pets, no smoking. Call 905- 239-2290. 2 BEDROOM top floor of house, sep entrance, 1 parking spot. Park North of 401. $745-all inclu- sive. No pets/smoking please. Call Dan 905-449-3777. Available immediately. BASEMENT APT.1-bedroom. Separate entrance. All amenities included & internet. No smok- ing/pets. Westney N. on Ross- land E. $750. Available now! (905)686-0299, (647)836-9920. 2-BDRM,main-level house, Oshawa, diningroom, fireplace. Spacious new kitchen, glass doors to deck/backyard. Hard- wood floors, new carpet, 2-park- ing, cable/internet, laundry. $1250/inclusive. 416-937-1874. 2-BEDROOM, BRIGHT,spa- cious, clean. Quiet North- Oshawa neighbourhood. Utilities and appliances included. Close to amenities and bus stop. No pets. No smokers. MUST SEE!! $l,000 per mo. (705)523-8093 (Sudbu- ry), (905)433-1632. 2-LARGE BEDROOM,Oshawa. $1000/inclusive. Near all amenities. First/last, no pets. Quiet building. Available Now. (905)424-5083. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX/PICKERING 3 Bedroom main floor bungalow with garage Also 1 & 2-bedroom basement apts. Laundry, Parking. Close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 905-428-8946 APARTMENTS FOR RENT, Whitby, Brock & Dundas area, Available Immediately/February 1st. Call Tony (416)493-1927 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, 1- BEDROOM bright basement, sep entrance, Courtice $750/inclu- sive. Parking/cable/internet, near transit, shops. Suits quiet mature working person preferred. No smoking/pets. First/last, refer- ences. 905-436-8048. BASEMENT APARTMENT,N/E Whitby bachelor, single person/male preferred, private entrance, laundry, a/c, $795, approved unit, 416-991-9701 BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 1040 sq ft., 1-bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. Avail Feb 15th/March 1st. Call 905-725-1052 A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 01, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com 2 & 3 BEDROOMS FROM $890 Move in NOW! Ask us about AIR MILES Æ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Located near shopping, GO & 401 ● Transit at your door. ● Attractive & spacious 2 & 3 Bedroom suites from $890 ● Utilities included ● Seniors' Discounts Available ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Come & WorshipCome & Worship To Advertise your services or upcoming events To Advertise your services or upcoming events in the regular Friday Come & Worship,in the regular Friday Come & Worship, call Erin at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218call Erin at 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218 Email: Email: ejackson@durhamregion.comejackson@durhamregion.com WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) Pickering Village United Church pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Programs 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Everyone Welcome 35 CHURCH ST. N., 905-683-7311 www.standrewsajax.ca Sunday Family Worship – 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & Nursery SpringHomeHome&&LeisureLeisure ShowShow EXHIBITORS WANTEDEXHIBITORS WANTED SaSaturday, April 26th 10am - 5pmturday, April 26th 10am - 5pm Sunday, Sunday, AAprilpril 2277thth 10am - 4pm 10am - 4pm Baltimore Community CentreBaltimore Community Centre Call Chantelle atCall Chantelle at 905-373-7355 ext. 248905-373-7355 ext. 248 EXHIBITORS WANTED March 7th, 8th, 9th The General Motors Centre Call Devon or Wendy (905)579-4400 GREEN, Muriel - Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday January 30, 2008. Beloved wife of Maurice for 27 years. Loving mother of Donna, Cindy, and Kim. Cherished grandmother of 14 grand-children. Muriel will also be sadly missed by many other family members and friends. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 25 Kingston Road, Pickering Vil- lage (Ajax) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Saturday. Funeral service in the chapel on Sunday February 3, 2008 at 1 pm. Cremation. Should family or friends so desire, donations to the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Book of Condolence may be signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 1620 sq. ft. 2-bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. Avail March/April 1st. Call 905-725-1052 BOWMANVILLE:2-bedroom with den, close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Move-in allowance. Office hours 9-5, Monday-Friday. (905)430-1877. KINGSTON/BROCK Rd.,1-bdrm bsmt apt. Sep entrance, near shopping, Pickering Mall, Dur- ham/Go Transit, 401/407, recrea- tion centre. $700/mo inclusive, in- cludes cable/internet. Call Fawaz (647)298-9978 LARGE 1 BEDROOM apt. locat- ed at Bayly/Liverpool. Separate entrance, washer/dryer, built-in dry bar, fireplace, close to all amenties, 10 min. walk from Pick- ering GO station, $800/month, in- cludes cable/utilties. Available immediately. Call 905-492-0615. LARGE 1-bdrm, hardwood floors, sep entrance. Central Oshawa. Available March 1. $775/mo-inclusive. Parking available. (905)579-4250 NEW UPSCALE 1-bdrm apt on 2 acres ravine. Brock St./Taunton. double french-doors walk-out, breakfast bar, private laundry. No smoking/pets. $850/mo inclusive. 416-712-8178, 416-855-0717 ONE BEDROOM,Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $695. First and last. Close to all amenities. Laundry available. Call 905-242-8487, 905-725-8350 OSHAWA 45 Colborne 1-bed- room, $750/inclusive. 945 SIM- COE ST.N., 1-bedroom $750 in- clusive. 45 Colborne 2-bedroom $800 heat and hydro included. Plus cable. All available Feb 1st. No pets. 905-723-1647, 905-720- 9935. OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 905- 743-0287. OSHAWA new modern building. Simcoe/Bloor. 1-bedroom $685+ hydro. First/last required. Please contact Bill (905)404-9602. OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment. Very clean, no pets/smoking, heat, hydro, park- ing and laundry. First/last, refer- ences, working person preferred. Available Feb 1st. (905)576- 3059. OSHAWA, 2 BDRM. BRIGHT apt., Simcoe North, Russett Ave. Hardwood floors, well-maintained quiet 12-plex, small building. Near bus/shopping. Laundry, new appliances, cable, heat, water, parking included. No dogs. 905- 576-2982. OSHAWA, Taunton/Somerville, newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2 storey duplex, 1-1/2 baths, gar- age, appliances. Available Feb.1, $1200+utilities; also 1-bedroom $700+utilities. Call now 905-982- 0581 or 905-213-9699. OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms & bachelor. Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & ap- pliances, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near schools/bus stop and amenities. Available Feb/March. 1-866-601-3083 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Feb/March. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING - one bedroom basement apartment, walkout, one parking, near all amenities. lst/last, references. $800/mo in- clusive. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. (905)839- 2774. PICKERING -Valley Farm/ Kingston. 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Separate entrace, 2-car parking, full bath/kitchen, laundry, cable. No smoking/pets. Close to all amenities. $900/mo. inclusive. First/last. Available Feb. 1. Call 905-837-6745 or 647-308-6745. PICKERING 1-bdrm main floor. Appleview/Dunbarton $825. Immed, cable, laundry, parking, a/c, bathtub, no smoking/pets. On beautiful safe street. Suited for single person. Clean! 905-420- 4451 PICKERING ROUGEMOUNT/2, Extra-large 1-bedroom walk-out basement apt. Patio, laundry, ap- pliances, no smoking/pets. Quiet responsible couple preferred. first/last in advance. References required. (905)509-1284. PICKERING VILLAGE 2-bed- room, walk-out basement apart- ment. Above ground. Executive home. Separate entrance, kitch- en, laundry, 1.5 bath. 2-parking. $1200/month, all inclusive. Available now. (905)239-1122 PICKERING, 401/WHITES. Large, bright 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt apt. Parking, private laun- dry, patio, a/c. Avail. immediately. $750/mo inclusive. A Must See! Call (905)550-7314. PICKERING, EXECUTIVE HOME 1-bedroom basement. Separate entrance, laundry, A/C, Central Vac $750/monthly all in- clusive, cable/parking. No smok- ing/pets Available immediately. 905-420-9187 (evening). 416- 601-6064 (daytime). PICKERING, Whites/Strouds, spacious 1-bedroom plus office. Nicely furnished, basement apt. Parking, utilities included. $700/month, first/last. Single working preferred. No smok- ing/pets. Available now. (905)839-5397 PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 2 & 3- bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-park- ing, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-0748 or 905-430-7816. REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca RENOVATED 1-BEDROOM,de- sirable North Oshawa. Hardwood & ceramic throughout. Near amenities, backs onto ravine. 2-parking. Available immediately. References, no pets/smoking. $800/inclusive. (905)449-1141 SEMI-DETACHED farm house, 2-bedroom apt, 1km north of Brooklin. Available immediately. $800 month plus utilities, first/last No pets. Suit couple. (905)655- 4966 TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca UPPER DUPLEX,one bedroom plus den, Northeast Oshawa, bright, clean carpeted, includes appliances, heat, hydro and park- ing, no smoking, pets. immediate- ly. $725 per mo. lst/last. (905) 576-7697. WHITBY 1 BEDROOM basement apt in triplex.Washer dryer,large yard, family neighborhood, no smoking/pets.$725/month inclu- sive. March 1. 905-427-9437 WHITBY, 1+ BDRM BSMT APT. Parking, c/a, sep. entrance. Suitable for single non-smoking male. Avail. February. $550/mo inclusive. Close to all amenities. (905)213-4910 WHITBY 2 BDRM main level, separate entrance, Brock & Dun- das area. Close to transit & downtown. $900 all inclusive, in- cludes cable, dishwasher, parking for 1 car. Pets welcome. Available March 1st please call 905-430-2814 WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca Whitby's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal for adults & seniors. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY,2-bedroom suites from $960/mo. all inclusive. Bachelor suite $800 inclusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, ROSSLAND/Thickson, large 2-bedroom basement apart- ment. Private entrance and park- ing, 3-appliances, available March 1st. $995/month first/last/ references / no dogs. (905)666- 3050. BEAUTIFUL OSHAWA CONDO. Spacious, bright 1-bedroom, greenhouse kitchen, Roman tub, fireplace, ensuite, laundry, balco- ny, a/c, unground parking. $1,150 +hydro/approx. $50. Dale 905- 985-6841. BRAND NEW 9 ft. ceiling condo 1 Bedroom plus den Simcoe/ Bond St.-Oshawa. Close to amenities (ie. UOIT). 5 applianc- es. Parking included. 905-839- 3693. CONDO/BOWMANVILLE New 1 bedroom+ den, one bath, 3rd floor, top-walkup, balcony, mins to 401/shopping, appliances/park- ing, ensuite laundry w/a/c, secure building/locker, no smoking/pets. $950+utilities. Free cable/internet until June. 905-550-8321 OSHAWA Taunton/Simcoe up- graded 3-bdrm, 2-storey apt. 1-1/2 baths, parking, secure bldg, appliances, private laundry w/washroom & storage. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. First/last, references required. (905)449-0098. $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $1097/MONTH,0 Down gives you ownership, NOT Rent, for this immaculate 3 bedroom home. (OAC) Includes Mortgage, Taxes, Heat, Hydro, Water and 4 appliances. WHY RENT? Require good credit, and family income of $40,000 per year. Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 3 BEDROOM, NEWER HOME - Ritson/Taunton area, Oshawa. Parking, laundry, garage access. Near all amenities. No pets/ smoking. Available immediately. Call 416-562-2542. 3-BEDROOM, 2-BEDROOM in house. Bus schools, close to lake, large deck, backyard. $975 & $900 inclusive. First/last. March 1st/15th. No pets. (905)448-9095 4 BEDROOM, 3 WASHROOM- SEMI-detached, 2250 square foot. Brand new, never lived in. Delaney/Church. Close to amenities. $1800/month+utilities. Available for lease. Contact 416- 276-2020. AJAX - south 3 bedroom house, new bay window, new roof, fenced yard, big driveway,very bright, near school & amenities. Available February 1st $1300 + First/last, references Please Call 905-706-8171 AJAX, DETACHED 2-bedroom, huge fenced lot, hardwood, close to all amenities, available first match, credit check, first/last, $1050/month. (905)723-8227, af- ter hours. BOWMANVILLE,4-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, 5-appliances, c/a, c/v, gas heat,1400-sq ft. plus partially fin. bsmt. $1350/mo+. Immediate. Call 905-213-5719 LOCATION, LOCATION,LOCA- TION. 3+1 Bedroom Bungalow on huge treed lot with ample amount of parking and steps to all amenities. Don't miss this rare opportunity. Call Jennise Today (905) 697-8261. OSHAWA NORTH,Somerville, 3-bedroom, main floor, clean+bright. Quite responsible couple preferred. $1,100/month + 1/2 hydro for AC. No pets, first/last, (905)263-4644. PICKERING Bright clean renovated 3-bedroom house, full basement, 1-4pc & 1-3pc bath, 3-applianc- es, many extra's $1500/mo plus utilities, First/last, references. Call (905) 420-1524 PICKERING, 3 BEDROOM, 4 ap- pliances, garage and backyard with walk-out deck. 5 minute walk from Pickering Town Centre. Quick access to 401, public tran- sit and amenities. No pets/smok- ing. Must see! $1200+utilities. February 1st. 647-402-8667. RENT TO OWN - Low Down Pay- ment, Easy Qualifying, Seller Will Finance. Choose Your Dream Home Today. Visit http:// www.HomeOwnerSoon.com or call 1-866-702-4334. STUNNING & SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW! Whit- by, Garden/401. Hardwood. Amenities. Large bedrooms. Family-friendly. Finished base- ment. Backyard faces park. $1400. No pets/smoking. Available/Feb 1st. 905-999-9371. WELCOME HOME!Beautiful 3 bdrm. on Cul-de-sac. Gorgeous 3 bdrm bungalow on quiet Cul- De-Sac in North Whitby. Immacu- late. Huge yard. Bright, spacious rooms. Beautiful bathroom. Lami- nate floors. Close to all amenities/schools. 1275/month+ utilities. A rare find - Call now, it will go quick. (905)427-5982. WHITBY 3-BDRM HOUSE main floor, totally renovated $1500/mo utilities included, no pets, no smoking preferred, close to transit/shopping, no calls after 9pm, 905-668-3482. WHITBY detached, 3 bedroom, Finished basement w/gas fire- place, 3 car parking, no-smok- ers/pets, references. March 1 $1,495/mo+utilities. (416)587- 5453. WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM main floor, $1400/month, includes utilities, cable & laundry. No pets/smoking, close to shopping & schools. References required. (905)683-6863 WHITBY- 3 BEDROOM bunga- low, large yard, newly renovated basement apt. with private en- trance. Close to GO/401 and amenities, 1,450.00 plus utilities; Frank 416-570-5986. WHITBY. DETACHED 3-level bungalow, quiet street. 3 bed- rooms, 2 bathrooms, separate dining, finished basement, cen- tral AC, private drive. $1225/mo. + utilities. No dogs/smokers. 416- 704-4570 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE Hwy#2/Garden. $1200/month+ gas. Available March 1st. 905- 430-0278 or 416-399-5004. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 4-bedroom $1050+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579- 9956. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca GREAT OSHAWA AREA,3 bed- rooms available March 1st. $875 plus utilities. Bright, clean, freshly painted, new flooring. First/last. No pets. Call (905)723-8697 or (905)432-3787 TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca AJAX, HOME TO share, fur- nished, bus route, TV, Internet, parking, Master bedroom available. $450. 905-239-1732, 416-723-5576. AVAILABLE in Oshawa, fur- nished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bath- rooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laundry, high-speed in- ternet, near all amenities, $465/month. (289)314-1949 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT $550/month includes all utilities, private bathroom. Kingston Rd. Pickering. Near all amenities, Im- mediate. Share kitchen. (905)426-2314 leave voice mail. LIVERPOOL/FINCH use of kitch- en, laundry, share bathroom, cable in room, suitable for mature single nonsmoking male. $425 month. (905)831-4983. SHARE AJAX HOUSE,clean quiet adult occupied. Furnished, cable/internet, house phone, A/C, laundry, parking. First/last. Smok- ing outside/no pets. $425/inclu- sive, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905-391-3809. WHITBY OLD DOWNTOWN room to rent for mature male in quiet home, furnished, very clean, parking, satellite, full kitchen, 2 bathrooms, family room, no smoking/pets, $550, inclusive, Available Feb. lst. 905-426-0916. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, bedr/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. Available immediately, lst/last, $495/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. PICKERING: SHARE 3-bedroom townhome with 25yr old female, underground parking, near lake/GO/401, conservation area, waterfront trails. Female pre- ferred. $425+. Immediate. (905)839-6648, (647)273-6942. TAUNTON/AUDLEY One Bed- room in brand new house, fully furnished. Professional person renting. Including utilities, $550/month first/last. Available immediately. 905-239-2437 leave message. 2002 MXZ 800 excellent condi- tion. Brand new motor in 2008 - No miles. New sliders, reverse, trail permit goes with it. $7,300 o.b.o. 905-982-1222 ATTRACTIVE, 65 YEAR old lady. Enjoys most of the good things in life and being active. Seeks gentleman who enjoys the same interests. No married men please. Box #116, Pickering, Ont. L1V 0B1. ERASE YOUR CRIMINAL Record. We succeed where our competition can't. We give free consultations. Our cost just $475. Apply online www.governmentpardons.ca Call Robyn 1-800-298-5520 YOUNG ACTIVE SENIOR LADY SWF enjoys dancing, movies, traveling, would like to meet SWM with good sense of humor and same interests. (63-68). SE- RIOUS REPLIES ONLY CALL, LEAVE MESSAGE AND PHONE NUMBER AT:1-800-692-3269 Box #321886. HOME DAYCARE, EXP. Teach- er. Quality care for your child in monitored, warm, safe, clean home. Educational activities. Healthy meals. (Nursery). South Ajax. Patricia. 905-449-7245. PICKERING,very clean & spa- cious home daycare, 2 spaces available, infant to 5 years. Meals/snack and lots of activities. $25/day. Flexible hours. (905)831-9856. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, 3 rooms, Berber caret installed, $389 (30 Yds.), 12.3 mm laminate from $1.49, hardwood flooring, 3 colours from $5.39 sq. ft. installed. Free in- home quotes. Saillian Carpets. 1-800-578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905-373-2260. 10 HP SNOWBLOWER,electric start, used 3 times. $800 or best offer. Must be seen to be appre- ciated. Call Cy @ 905-576-2416. 16 FT enclosed car trailer, extra height, ramp door, tandem, checker plate floor, D rings, new tires, brakes and wheel bearings. Set up for race car, $6,500. Call 705-760-4487 or 905-377-0361. 1994 FORMULA 583 SKI-DOO, $1,900. 2001 Dodge Dually ex- tended cab, diesel, $1,900 certi- fied. 1991 39 ft. Franklin 5th wheel, $7,900. Washer & dryer set $250, freezer $100, refrigera- tor, $100. square baler, $350. 12 ft. aluminum boat with 6 hp motor and gas tank, $800. Horse trail- er, $400, burn barrels, $10 each. Call 905-207-7700. 52"-RCA WIDESCREEN TV, asking $475, Skylar Pettler beige, couch, $275, Solid maple dinette set, 6-chairs, $350, 5-piece Can- nonball bedroom suite, $400, Ket- tler(new) pingpong table, $375, (905)723-7695. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, night table, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,500. Call 416-524-2018. A KING OR QUEEN.Orthopedic mattress set. New in plastic. Warranty. cost $1600. Sacrifice King $550. Queen $295. 647- 271-5483 AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3-rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail. Call Sam (905)686-1772 ABSOLUTE BARGAIN.Mirrored sliding doors. Any size. Factory sale price. Delivery & installation included. 416-618-8805 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES at HANKS APPLIANCES, Visit our NEW LOCATION 310 Bloor St.W. (in Mr. Burger Plaza) Scratch & Dent & Reconditioned Appliances. Stoves from $99, Washer $149, Fridges $149, Dryers $149. Large selection of newer models, including stainless steel appliances. Parts Special- ist. (905)728-4043. CANOE, 14ft BLUE,York River Canoe, life time warranty, good condition, Asking $1,100. Call (905)430-3838, if no answer please leave message. AIR CONDITIONING from $1595. High efficient gas furnace from $1650. A/C Tune Up $69.95+parts. Installation of duct- work, water heaters, gas piping from $100. Furnace cleaning, gas, oil & propane Sales & Ser- vice McCoy Mechanical. (905)259-1415 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. Bed, dresser, mirror, chest, night- stand. New in Boxes. Dovetail construction. Cost $7000, Sell $1500. Diningroom 11 piece Cherry. New. cost $8000, Sell $1900. 647-271-5483 BOWFLEX XTREME HOME GYM -Less than one year old. The "Power Rods" & all other areas of the gym are in "new" condition. Leg attachment incl. $800 obo. (New value $1500) 905-434-2970. CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for less. Including premier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. 12.mm Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfac- tion guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTER REFURBISHED, DELL P4 complete with Windows XP Pro, keyboard, mouse, moni- tor and speakers, $270. MDM 416-319-8861. DININGROOM table w/6 chairs, hutch & buffet $500. Call 905- 263-4741 DININGROOM TABLE,solid washed oak, double pedestal, 8 chairs $500; new trackless folding bathdoor, paid $400 sell for $125; (905)434-5299 DISHWASHER, $175.Dryer, $150. Roof rake, $25, Space heater. Toaster oven etc. 905- 683-8504. DUFFERIN POOL TABLE com- pact, 4x8, cherry stained, leather pockets, 1" slate, cue rack, score- board & accessories. A steal at $1,100. Call 289-385-1119 FRIDGE $300, stove $250 or $450-both; child's bedroom set $350; sofa $175; matching wing chairs $200/pair; elegant dining table 6 chairs cost $2800 sell for $850; diningroom 10-pc $1200; double bed with frame $250 905- 260-6247 FRIDGE. STOVE. DRYER.9 piece dining set. 7Hp compres- sor. Apt. stove. Bedroom set. De- luxe bunk beds. Entertainment units. Buffet & hutch. (289)240- 2112 Oshawa HOSPITAL BED, HILL-Ron ad- vanced 1,000. Asking $1500, call 905-576-4704. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUBS/SPA,2007 new in wrap all self-contained, Cost $7,950, sacrifice $3,600. Call 905-213-4669. HOUSEHOLD ARTICLES for sale. All under $400. Telephone (905)472-3563. JAMES LUMBERS framed prints "Twilight Cruise", "Ready to Go" & "Opening Night". Asking $400 each. Call (905)982-0696 MOVING SALE,all contents of excellent home. If interested please call (905)472-3563. Cash only please. VENDORS WANTED at Courtice Flea Market. Rent starts at $185/mo for 10'x10' booth. Approx 250,000 people/year. Located 2 minutes off 401 between Oshawa & Bowmanville Call 905-436-1024 www.courtice- fleamarket.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 01, 2008, PAGE 33 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Death NoticesDeath Notices Community notices appear on milestonesdurhamregion.com in enhanced, colour format with guest book. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, thoughts and prayers online. To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? 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SALES HOURS: MON.-THURS. 9-9, FRI & SAT. 9-6 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a Port Perry home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Sage green chesterfield and loveseat, kitchen suite, men's Rolex watch w original box, Caithness paper weight, silver tipped gray and white fox fur jacket, unusual collection of Blue Mountain including triangle store sign (Blue Mountain Pottery), kangaroo stand, camel, cougars, cow and calf, mocha vase, vases, bowls, cobalt planter, matching planter and candlesticks, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 FOSTER CARE It's time to become a foster parent. Please do not hesitate to call 1-877-FOSTER CARE CELEBRAT E LET’SLET’S Happy Day Lots of love Mom & Nana 1313THTHIt’s It’s Aron’sAron’s BirthdayBirthday XXXTIPXTEVSIBNSFHJPODPN 4BUVSEBZ "QSJM BNQN 1JDLFSJOH3FDSFBUJPO$PNQMFY &YIJCJUPST8BOUFE 'PSNPSFJOGPSNBUJPO DPOUBDU"VESFZ%FXJUBU FYU NEW COIN WASHERS $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANOS AND CLOCKS,New Year's Sale on all inventory. We have the best prices on new & used pianos. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental payments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1395. 905-213-4669. RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SCOOTER, 4 WHEEL Fortress 2,000 in excellent condition. Ask- ing $1500, call 905-574-4704. WASHER & DRYER for sale, both are heavy duty & energy saving rated & in excellent condi- tion $350.00 for the pair. 905- 723-8459 WANTED: YAMAHA EXCITER, very clean condition, low kms. 905-434-0392. FAST & FURIOUS - Northumber- land Motorsports Show 2008. Vendor space available for March 29 to 30. Cars, Boats, ATV's. If it races, this is the show for you. Call Kerry @ 905-373-7355 ext 234 or email: kmcgovern@ northumberlandnews.com 100% A KOZY HEAT FIRE- WOOD, excellent, very best quality hardwood, guaranteed ex- tra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measurement. Free deliv- ery. Dependable, quality service since 1975. (905)753-2246. AA-AJAX FIREWOOD - The best quality wood, seasoned cut, split, delivered. Call 905-424-1735. HARDWOOD FOR SALE, free delivery, 12X16 inch firewood. $75/face cord. 416-716-4332, 905-449-2100. MILLS LANDSCAPING & FIRE- WOOD 12" or 16" face cords or bush cords. Picked up or deliv- ered. Call (905)432-0259 or (905)986-1977 ADORABLE LAB PUPPIES, CKC registered, micro chipped, first shots, dewormed, home raised. Socialized. Call 905- 431-9188, 705-374-5539 even- ings. www.labworld.ca ADORABLE, 10wk.old Pomera- nian-Poodle puppies for loving home. 1st shots, paper-trained, hypo-allergenic. 1 beige male, 1 black female, 1 white female $550. Gail (905)665-9861 AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG pups for sale, 4 males left, 1 red, 3 blue, ready to go. 905-349- 2432. CHOCOLATE, LAB PUPS, available now. CKC registered, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed, both parents on site, family raised. (905)344-7093. www.ardbraekennels.com DACHSHUNDS PUPPIES, miniature, long haired, brindles and reds. View at desrokennel.com or 905-797- 2119. GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS, home raised, vet checked, paper trained, beautiful hair coat, par- ents on site, ready to go, call 905- 352-2753. GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES, beautiful wavy cream 1st Gen- erations, low shed and gorgeous Parti and black 2nd generations total non shed ready February. (705)437-2790. Website: www.doodletreasures.com PURE BRED MINI SCHNAU- ZERS for sale, tails and dew claws done, non allergic and non shedding. 905-352-3124. TRADITIONAL DOG TRAINING CLASSES. No clickers, no treats, just great results. 905- 797-2855. YELLOW LABS. BEAUTIFUL and pure bred. Ready to leave Mom approx January 18th. $400 each. Call (905)259-4354. 1999 BUICK REGAL GRAND Sport, excellent-condition, fully loaded. New paint job, tires, and battery, remote-start, 88,000mls, oil-changed ever-60-days. Certi- fied and E-tested. $8,975. (905)434-1386. 1999 FORD Windstar, loaded 130kms $2950. 2001 Chev Ven- ture, excellent condition, loaded, 140kms, $2950. 1995 Dodge Caravan, excellent condition, cer- tified, e-tested $1500. 289-385- 6457. 2003 HYUNDAI ACCENT GSI. Well-maintained, clean interior. 5-speed, sunroof. E-tested, will certify. $5,600. (905) 642-1940 or email jhayward@rogers.com 2001 HYUNDAI SONATA $3999, 2000 Sunfire GT $2999 1997 Cadillac STS $2999, 1996 F-250 EXT 4x4 $4999. 1996 F-150 4x4 $4495. 10 vehicles under $2000. Certified & E-tested, Free 6 month warranty. (Kelly & Sons since 1976), (905)683-1983 or (905)424-9002 www.kellyandson- sauto.com 2003 INFINITY G35 sedan, pearl white on black leather. Fully load- ed. $19,995. (905)426-4246. 2003 SUNFIRE,152,000kms, AM/FM/CD player, standard trans, 1-owner, runs great, $3,500 certified. Call (905)623- 0986. 2007 PONTIAC PURSUIT G5 11K, Factory warranty/160k pow- ertrain warranty, $11,900; 98 Buick Century 180k, $3750; 93 Ford Escort 154K, $1495. All ve- hicles certified/e-tested, 6-month powertrain warranty included. 905-925-2205 or 905-987-2205 NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca WOW! LOOK what $7,000 will get you - 2004 Sunfire SLX, all options except cruise, tinted win- dows, rear spoiler, all new tires and brakes. Certified and E-test- ed. Price reduce, asking only $7,000. Compare and call 705- 760-4487 or 905-377-0361. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $150+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 1998 TOYOTA SIENNA,5-dr, 215K, full new exhaust, new tires, a/c, power pkg, certified, e-tested, $5,800. 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A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 01, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, February 1, 2008 PAGE 35 A/Pdurhamregion.com Pickering curler, teammates earn $25,000 first prize By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — The reigning world champion Glenn Howard rink captured a repeat title, not to mention a big payday, at The Masters of Curling in Saska- toon last week. The Howard rink, with Pick- ering’s Richard Hart playing at the vice position, scored a 7-3 vic- tory over Kevin Keo in the final to secure its $25,000 share of the $100,000 purse. A pivotal end for Howard this time was in the quarter- final against Kevin Martin, where they stole a point in the last end and won the game. Howard then beat Wayne Mid- daugh in the semifinal. Also curling with Howard and Hart were Brent Laing at second and Craig Savill at lead. ••• The annual Robbie Burns Funspiel was held Saturday at the Annandale Golf and Curl- ing Club. Each mixed team played two five-end games, and also enjoyed prizes, din- ner, and a dance. The event was full and all players were piped onto the ice for their first game. ••• An Annandale entry was knocked out of the running at the Dominion Regalia Silver Tankard Zone playdown at the Oshawa Golf & Country Club on Saturday. This double-rink competi- tion combines scores of the two teams to determine the winner. For Annandale, one team was skipped by Gord Nor- ton with Warren Leslie, Mike Trudeau and Jason March. The other team had Tim March skipping Rob Bushfield, Pat- rick Janssen, and Tyler Ander- son. In the single knockout event, the combined score for the Annandale teams was not enough and put them on the sideline. Two other pair of teams of the five pairs competing ad- vanced to the regionals in Beaverton on April 5, with the Ontario finals again slated for Annandale ice on April 6. ••• Annandale has a team in each of the Best Western Inter- mediates zone event in Union- ville from Feb. 1 to 3. A total of seven teams are competing in the women’s event, and there are 12 teams in the men’s. Susannah Moylan skips An- nandale’s women’s entry with Bonnie Klepadlo, Shannon Sliva and Heather MacDonald. Skip Gord Norton will lead his men’s team of Warren Leslie, Alex Bianchi and Mike Trudeau into the competition. Two winning teams in these double knock-out events head to the regionals at the Thorn- hill Golf Club on March 1 and 2. Howard rink repeat winners at The Masters of Curling Richard Hart Photo by Rob Mitchell Pete Villemaire and Alicia Sluggett were just two of more than 130 curlers that com- peted in the 4th annual Robbie Burns Funspiel at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club last Saturday. 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