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Email: service@pickeringhonda.com The Pickering 48 PAGES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 Police seek man in drug lab fire Pickering man who fled hospital’s intensive care unit charged By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer PICKERING — Police have issued a Canada-wide warrant for a man who was injured in an industrial fire last month at what police call a methamphetamine “s uper lab.” Stuart Adamson, age 57, of Fieldlight Boulevard in Pickering has been charged with two counts of production of a con- trolled substance, negligent arson and criminal negligence after the fire at 1895 Clements Rd. “Given the scope, we thought it pru- dent he be brought to justice,” said De- tective Constable Jeff Kennedy, of the Durham Regional Police Service’s Drug Enforcement Unit. Firefighters arriving at the scene of the Nov. 20 fire saw Mr. Adamson make sev- eral trips in and out of the burning unit. He was taken to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital but checked himself out a few days later. Mr. Adamson was not under arrest and he had not yet been charged when he left the hospital’s intensive care unit. “It was a pretty lengthy investigation,” Det. Const. Kennedy said. “We weren’t in a position to go in and arrest him at that point.” Although details of the nature of Mr. Adamson’s injuries were not available, Det. Const. Kennedy said, obviously, his injuries were dire enough for the man to have been housed in intensive care. “Medically, I don’t think it was in his best interest to leave,” he said. “But at that time there was nothing preventing him from leaving.” The industrial complex sustained an estimated $1.5-million damage. An in- vestigation launched after the flames were extinguished led to the discovery of chemicals police determined to be in- gredients for crystal methamphetamine. They seized a batch of the drug under production that investigators believe, if completed, would have had a street value in excess of $5 million. The myriad of volatile substances, the STORY TIME Jason Liebregts / News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Pickering librarian Linda McDade reads to a group of Sir John A. Macdonald Public School students at the library. The class gets to the library once a month. By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING — A code of conduct for councillors and regular town hall meetings are just two commitments Mayor Dave Ryan made during his address at Monday night’s inaugural council meeting. In effort to make Pickering more transparent and more accountable to residents, Mayor Ryan announced his commitment to a minimum of four town hall-style meetings during the year and to publishing the agen- da two weeks in advance for council and executive committee meetings. “These two initiatives will provide our citizens with more advance no- tice of our deliberations so they can actively participate,” he said in his address after making the declara- tion of office of mayor for the second time. He was presented the chain of of- fice by his wife, Anne Ryan. He said he would bring forward the code of conduct for council’s consid- eration in the new year and has asked staff to review the new municipal act and the procedural bylaw to ensure council and the City are functioning effectively. Mayor Ryan talked about accom- plishments of the previous term, such as the 2,200 jobs that were cre- ated, and about the challenges that lie ahead over the next four years, including the financial ones. He said the City’s means are becoming in- creasingly restricted, but he thinks having a four-year term (extended from three by the provincial govern- ment earlier this year) is a benefit. “We have an opportunity in year one to regroup and consolidate. I will ask council to consider restricting the introduction of any new major capital projects over this next year,” he said. “I would suggest we focus on com- pleting projects currently under way and take the opportunity to establish corporate and provincial partner- ships to promote needed infrastruc- ture development.” He finished by looking ahead to Pickering’s bicentennial in 2011. “To prepare for this historic event, I am announcing the Mayor’s Bicen- tennial Committee, which will bring together council, staff, our corpo- rate partners, community groups and residents,” he said. “Our bicentennial will provide us with an opportunity to acknowledge the valuable contributions First Na- tions, European setters and now South Asian newcomers have made.” Each of the councillors also made a statement. Pickering Trustee Sherry Croteau vice-chairwoman By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer PICKERING — The public school board’s top positions are going to Dur- ham’s west-side girls. During the Durham District School Board’s Dec. 4 inaugural meeting, Ajax Trustee Marilyn Crawford was chosen as its new chairwoman, and Pickering Trustee Sherry Croteau as her second in command or vice-chairwoman. In her acceptance speech, Trust- ee Crawford said she’ll do the best she can in leading the board. Whitby Trustee John Dolstra was also nomi- nated for the position. “It’s been a strange couple of weeks since we’ve been elected and our board faces new issues that no other board has had to face,” said Trustee Crawford, referring to the situation with Trustee-elect Julia McCrea, a teacher in York Region. The board recently received instruc- tion from the ministry of education that a trustee cannot be an employee of any school board. Trustee Crawford added she hopes to get through the issue quickly so the board can deal with important educa- tion items. The new vice-chairwoman, Trustee Croteau, said she wants to ensure the board’s first year is smooth and pro- ductive. She was elected to the posi- tion over Trustee Dolstra and fellow New term of council holds challenges, promise ✦ See There’s, Page A2 ✦ See Wanton, Page A2 ✦ See Councillors, Page A2 [ Briefly ] Dial-a-Bus service replaced PICKERING — Durham Re- gion Transit has implemented new evening and weekend service for Ajax and Pickering. As of Dec. 4, the Ajax and Pickering Dial-a-Bus service was replaced by fixed route service. Passengers will not need to call ahead to arrange travel times, as a bus will be scheduled every hour. The service is available Mon- day to Friday, 7:55 p.m. to 12:55 a.m., Saturday 7 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. New Evening and Weekend Routes in Ajax: Route 280; Westney - Village; Route 281: Beach - Audley South; Route 282: Applecroft - Nottingham - Audley North; and, Route 283: Duffins - Harwood (hospital). New Evening and Weekend Routes in Pickering: Route 180: Village - Brock - Indus- trial; Route 181: Finch - Hwy. 2 - Maple Ridge; Route 182: Bayridges - Westshore - Rosebank; and, Route 183: Amberlea - Ajax. [ What’s On ] Choirs centre stage at Amberlea Presbyterian PICKERING — The Senior choir of Amberlea Presbyterian Church, at 1820 Whites Rd. N., Pickering, presents its annual concert on Sunday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Enter the Christmas season with contemporary and traditional music. There will be a special appear- ance by the Junior Choir. Refreshments will be served after the concert. For more in- formation, call the church at 905- 839-1383. [ Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B4 Classified, B6 [ Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 48,900 infodurhamregion.com School board chooses a chairwoman Clean ride Ford raises the bar on green technology Wheels pullout Read y for a repeat? 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PA GE A2 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ December 6, 2006P Wa rd 1 Regional Councillor Bonnie Littley thanked her family, friends and supporters, as well as former councillor Maurice Brenner for his 21 years of service. She also talked about the importance of sus- tainability. “It’s a continuous journey that requires the continued involvement of the community,” Coun. Littley said. “To truly understand sustainability is to un- derstand it is not a thing, but a state of mind.” Wa rd 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean also thanked his family and supporters and talked about the issues he plans to address in the new term. He talked about establishing a First Nations heritage site at Pickering Museum Village, continuing the work on Frenchman’s Bay and opening an animal shelter in Pickering. “This facility is something that will definitely serve the citizens of Pickering and their ani- mals,” he said. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson thanked his most diverse campaign team ever for their hard work. He said he was looking for- ward to continuing to work with his colleagues from the previous team and welcomed the new councillors. Newly elected Ward 1 City Councillor Jenni- fer O’Connell thanked her family and small, but effective, campaign team. She is looking forward to working with staff and her council colleagues. “I truly believe the next four years will be a time of innovation and greatness,” she said. Wa rd 2 City Councillor Doug Dickerson thanked all candidates who ran in the election, ensuring democracy was alive in Pickering. He is looking forward to continuing his work on the Seaton Net Benefit Committee, sustainability and the arts centre. Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles thanked his volunteers and defeated councillors Kevin Ashe and Mr. Brenner for their work on coun- cil. “Over the next four years Pickering will see changes; let’s do our best to make sure they are for the better,” he said. cost of the damage and the nature of the alleged crime, elevates the status of the case, said Det. Const. Kennedy. Although Det. Const. Kennedy said police don’t have any knowledge of Mr. Adamson having left the province, because of the nature of the crime, a Canada-wide warrant was issued as opposed to the more standard province-wide warrant. “Given the scope of the case and discussions with the DOJ’s (Department of Justice) office, certainly there is enough there for us to want to get a hold of him,” he said. “Because of the addictive nature of the drug and the wanton disregard for the safety of the public.” He said there is the public perception that this crime is above the more standard drug offences, like marijuana grow operations. Meth labs are extremely dangerous to emergency responders and citizens because of the high risk of explosion and fire. Anyone with information about the incident or the whereabouts of Mr. Adamson should contact Det. Const. Kennedy at 905-579-1520, ext. 5834 or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Pickering Trustee Chris Braney. “There’s a lot of incredible talent on this board and I’m looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you,” said Trustee Croteau. Trustee Dolstra received the spot of vice-chair- man of the standing committee; Trustee Braney was also nominated for the role. Trustee Dolstra said he looks forward to addressing upcoming issues. “Four years is a long time, but I think a lot of things are going to happen very quickly in 2007,” said Trustee Dolstra. He added the Durham District School Board has some tough decisions to make, as 2007 will be the first year it faces a decline in enrolment. Trustee Braney, a newcomer, is the board’s new finance chairman. “I do look forward to working with each and every one of you around the table and I think we’re going to have a fantastic start,” said Trustee Braney. Members of board committees were also chosen, including Trustee Braney and Oshawa Trustee Kathleen Hopper to the Special Educa- tion Advisory Committee. Oshawa Trustee Larry Jacula and Ajax Trustee Lisa Hill will sit as repre- sentatives on the Supervised Alternative Learn- ing for Excused Pupils. 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Passport to Safety is on Dec. 6 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn about your rights to safety in the workplace, how to protect yourself on the job and about common workplace hazards. Partic- ipants can complete their Passport to Safety certificate online after the workshop. On Dec. 8, Merry Mock Interviews are from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Workshop en- trants can practise interviewing skills and get feedback on how they did. Each person is given an interview time and suggestions for areas of im- provement. A cover letter writing workshop takes place on Dec. 12 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Learn how to grab the hiring manager’s attention with an effective cover letter. Participants also learn the proper format for the letter, how to incorporate skills and experience and how to match qualifications to employers’ needs. Job Expectations is a workshop de- signed to give participants the nec- essary life skills to make the right employment decisions and remained employed. It’s on Dec. 12 from 2 to 3 p.m. All workshops are at the YMCA Youth Foyer, 1550 Kingston Rd., suite 7, Pickering. To reserve a spot, call 905-686-7060. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Tiny Timmy AJAX — Santa Claus holds onto a tiny Pomeranean named Timmy Stacey during the annual Humane Society of Durham Region’s Pet Pix with Santa. The event was at the Vandermeer Garden Centre at Lakeridge Road and Bayly Street. Little Timmy was adopted from the Oshawa shelter. Police officer didn’t know car was stolen: co-accused By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM — A Durham cop had no idea the car he was driving was stolen, according to a state- ment made by the man standing trial with him. Joselito “Joey” Abad told police he also didn’t know the Mercedes Benz he loaned to Constable Te rrance “Ben” McColm was hot. “If I knew the car was stolen I wouldn’t give it to Ben,” Mr. Abad said during a taped interview with professional standards officer Dean Bertrim in April 2003. “Ben had nothing to do with it.” Police launched an investigation into Mr. Mc- Colm in April of 2003 when a fellow officer, con- cerned about the expired dealer plates on his 1998 Mercedes, conducted a computer check and learned it had been stolen from York Region a year and a half earlier. Police seized the Mercedes and when Mr. Mc- Colm was given a ride to his Port Perry home an officer found another stolen vehicle, a Toyota van, in his driveway. Police also recovered a Nis- san Pathfinder Mr. McColm had reported stolen in 2000 near Mr. Abad’s Mississauga auto body repair shop. A key to the Nissan Pathfinder was found inside Mr. Abad’s body shop. Mr. McColm and Mr. Abad are now standing trial in Whitby for possession of property ob- tained by crime. Mr. McColm is also charged with fraud for allegedly filing a false report of the theft of the Nissan. In a taped interview viewed earlier by jurors, Mr. McColm appeared incredulous when he was arrested and informed the Mercedes was stolen. Mr. Abad’s interview was seen by jurors Friday. In it, he said he loaned the Mercedes and the van to Mr. McColm, a friend who was looking for a new vehicle. Mr. Abad said he’d obtained the vehicles from a brother in law and that he knew little of their origin. “This brother in law of mine is tricking me,” Mr. Abad said. Mr. Abad said he chose to speak to police when he learned Mr. McColm was in hot water over the stolen cars. “Ben’s an honest guy,” he told Sgt. Bertrim dur- ing the interview. “I feel bad because he doesn’t know nothing about it.” The trial, presided over by Superior court Jus- tice David Salmers, continues. Sudoku durhamregion.comNOW ONLINE 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 Check it out at Ajax to host event at Rotary Park By Jillian Follert Staff Writer DURHAM — Next Wednesday, sol- emn vigils will be held across Dur- ham Region to remember women who have died as a result of gender- based violence and reflect on ways to make communities safer. December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Vi- olence Against Women in Canada. Established in 1991, the day marks the anniversary of the 1989 Montreal Massacre, when 14 female students were gunned down at l’École Poly- technique de Montréal. In Oshawa, the women’s commit- tee of CAW Local 222 will mark the event with its annual candlelight vigil. Committee chairwoman Lisa Lind- say says the vigil underscores the pledge the CAW has made to elimi- nate violence against women in the workplace and community and rec- ognizes the fact that violence has its roots in women’s economic, social and political inequality. “The CAW is a social democratic union. We continue to put the issue of women’s inequality to the fore- front,” she explains. “We know if our society has great social programs and standards that our strength when bargaining collective agreements will be greater and because we are people who live in communities, we want our communities to be equal and livable.” The CAW and Canadian Labour Congress have launched a national postcard campaign, which asks the government to increase funding, pro- vide core funding as opposed to proj- ect funding and provide funding to groups which advocate for women. The goal is to sign more than 70,000 postcards nationwide. Post- cards will be available at the Oshawa vigil, planned for 7 p.m. at the union hall located at 1425 Phillip Murray Ave. The annual vigil will also feature representatives from DRIVEN -- the Durham Region Intimate Violence Empowerment Network -- an initia- tive that aims to bring all the region’s domestic violence services under one roof. “We can no longer make those af- fected by intimate-relationship vio- lence solely responsible for finding help,” said DRPS Det. Tracey Mar- shall, who is working with DRPS Det. Cathy Bawden to make DRIVEN a reality. “We must share the respon- sibility with our community partners to create a safe, welcoming environ- ment, which is understanding of the issues, capable of providing neces- sary services to women and children and one which holds the abusers accountable.” Everyone is welcome to attend the CAW vigil and asked to bring a non- perishable food item. Elsewhere in Durham, Herizon House shelter in Ajax will be host- ing an outdoor candlelight vigil at Rotary Park Pavillion in Ajax at 7 p.m. Community agencies, women from the shelter and the woman in the transitional program are invited to the ceremony, which will include a reading of the names of the Montreal Massacre victims and the creation of a garland of angels bearing the names of all the woman and children murdered in Ontario in 2006. In Clarington, the women’s group FOCUS will be holding a short vigil at the Visual Arts Centre, 143 Simpson Av e. in Bowmanville at 6:30 p.m. Mon. – Thurs. 10 am – 5 pm Fri. 10 am – 7 pm Sat. 9 am – 5 pm Sun. 11 am – 4 pm WAREHOUSE SALE SLIPPERS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! OVER 12,000 PAIRS NOW IN Boots, Slippers, Moccasins YOUR HOLIDAY GIFT DESTINATION NIKE Columbia Thermal Socks 50% off Friday December 8, 2006 7am to Midnight Absolutely EVERYTHING in the store is on sale! ALL product 10-50%* off! 75 Bayly St. W. 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For more information, 905-426-4347. School board has funding formula suggestions Draft letter presented in response to ministry request to board chairman for input DURHAM — The public school board is making sure it gets a say on how the Province’s education funding formula can be improved. During a recent meeting, the Durham District School Board discussed its response to a ministry of education invitation to sub- mit proposals for education funding model improvements. “If we don’t put it out there, we have no one to blame but ourselves,” said Whitby Trustee Liz Roy. She said she would be e-mailing some further suggestions and comments to Ed Hodgins, the board’s business superinten- dent and treasurer. The minister sent the public board chair- man a letter asking for responses by late November. Included in a draft response by Durham District School Board staff were recommen- dations to: • change the process for recognizing and funding high-needs students; • restore the early literacy grant immedi- ately; • update all funding model benchmarks to address cost pressures; • consider funding costs for all ministry in- troduced initiatives, including administra- tion and reporting requirements; • allow boards to move ahead as soon as possible with the capital planning process. It also includes transportation suggestions. Trustee Michael Barrett, the outgoing board chairman, asked for other trustees to follow Trustee Roy’s lead and e-mail any further suggestions. PAGE A6 ◆ NEWS A DVERTISER ◆ DECEMBER 6, 2006P EDITORIAL CLICK AND SAY Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, e-mail photos to mjohnston@durhamregion.com. EDITORIALS & OPINIONS infodurhamregion.com LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Be a hero and help disabled children by fighting for their rights To the editor: The recent court ruling that the Ontario government has no legal duty to provide spe- cial funding for disabled chil- dren’s treatment is of signifi- cant concern for all parents and children. It states that “the govern- ment’s priorities should be based on the general public interest, not on the interest of particular individuals, how- ever difficult and sympathetic their circumstances may be.” Society is measured/judged by its compassion, empathy and ability to provide for its youth, sick and elderly. How sad as a society if we choose to have the same phi- losophy as our government. The disabled need heroes in their lives, heroes who stand up for their rights and demand they be treated with the same respect as all citi- zens of this country. Write to your MPP, Leader of the Opposition, Prime Min- ister, Minster of Education, Deputy Minister and newspa- pers. Be a hero and save a child’s life. Kathy Galluzzo Whitby It’s the most wonderful time of the year To the editor: The day after municipal elections is a beautiful time of the year. Our sightlines are no longer obstructed, the night crawl- ers need not be worried about being impaled and the beauty of our environment has been restored back to us. Installing election signs is like stroking the canvas black with a paint brush and ask- ing us for opinions amongst something that doesn’t re- quire one -- “nature.” George Vidovic Oshawa Reader decries lack of manners today To the editor: A group of us ladies have been gathering for more than 20 years and lately our month- ly discussions end up ques- tioning the lack of manners today. There is such a lack of mu- tual respect, courtesy, kind- ness, compassion... no salu- tations of please, thank you, good morning, good after- noon, have a good day, or may I help you? No expressions of gratitude, or apologies. Is it that we are all just too busy to teach our youth manners and proper etiquette? And as adults we just for- got them. Or are we all ro- bots now; used to talking to machines, not people, playing video games and using our computers where we can only send e-mails at our conve- nience in abbreviated forms or can only relate to watching TV shows and don’t know how to (or forgot how to) interact with other human beings. Perhaps if we could be- lieve in something bigger than ourselves, acknowledge other people in our lives and take the time, stop the rude- ness, share, be grateful and give someone a smile to make their day. 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[ Letters Policy ]-- We welcome letters that include name, city of residence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline announcements, poetry, open letters, consumer complaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions expressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e- mail: mjohnston@ durhamregion. com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publication. Feds must make changes that sustain auto industry The need to tackle major environmental worries like clean air and water and, especially, greenhouse gas emissions and global warming met head on with the reality of industrial production last week in Oshawa. The federal Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technol- ogy, which includes Oshawa MP Colin Carrie, made a local visit on its cross-country tour to meet with business leaders and discuss federal measures. What committee members heard here from four speakers, includ- ing David Paterson, vice-president of environmental and corporate af- fairs for General Motors of Canada, was the need to harmonize federal regulations for the automotive industry with United States laws. Why is it important to have bi-national co-ordination for auto regulations? The reason is simple and straightforward: Automakers, be they members of the Big Three (GM, Ford or DaimlerChrysler) or foreign car manufacturers who have assembly plants in Canada and the U.S., such as Honda or Toyota, work on a continent-wide system. Assembly is contingent on such things as just-in-time delivery, sales across the continent and indeed, worldwide, and the ability to make a car in Oshawa that meets the needs of owners in, say, New Mexico. The automakers work on such vast economies of scale, that having to meet specialized needs in one country, could upset or eliminate their ability to sell cars in another country. That’s why it’s important that our federal government work with the U.S. government to synchronize the changes needed to further reduce emissions from cars and trucks. And the legislation needed to enforce those changes must be uniform so that the auto industry here, which already faces huge challenges brought on by paying retirement benefits and challenges from foreign competition and markets, can succeed. The latter message was reinforced by other speakers to the com- mittee, including Bob Malcolmson, general manager of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce; Oshawa Mayor John Gray; and Marc Rosen, dean of engineering and applied science at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Mayor Gray made the point that any changes will require help from the provincial and federal governments to make sure the auto industry thrives. While we all want progress to reduce global warming production, we have to make sure our economic interests are protected. It’s a tough balancing act. submitted photo Help for the hungry Cassidy & Company Architectural Technologists of Ajax took top spot in a recent contest that saw tens of thousands of pounds of food do- nated to The Daily Bread Food Bank in Toronto. Canstruction Toronto 2006, the 8th Annual Toronto Design/Build Competition, challenged firms to create a design out of cans. Cassidy’s entry, Winnie-the-Pooh, captured top prize. A team of six employees spent more than seven hours on the canstruction, which required close to 5,000 pounds. Tw enty-one designs weighing 62,000 pounds were entered. To see more photos from residents across Durham and to submit your own, visit citizenseye.com, the Metroland Durham Region Media Group’s citizen submission website. The page is dedicated to the submissions and photos of readers from around Durham. IN THE COMMUNITY /4& This Week’s Question: Can new Liberal leader Stephane Dion defeat Conservative Stephen Harper in the next federal election? Yes No Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Do you think the motion made by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to recognize that Quebecers make up a nation within a united Canada is good or bad? Bad: 79% Good: 21% Neil has a sphere hovering near his head I don’t mean to brag, but apparently, I have an orb. Pretty cool huh? And, just so we’re clear, an orb is not something men approaching middle age develop some- where on their persons. Some- thing you hide in the change room. No. My psychic friend tells me an orb signifies the presence of a supernatural guide or a helper. I first saw my orb in a photo taken at a fundraiser a few nights ago. There it was, a big, crystalline sphere hanging right beside my noggin. Still, I probably wouldn’t have given it a second thought were it not for the open-jawed look of astonishment on the face of my psychic friend, who, by the way, also happened to be the photographer. “Oh my God! Neil, you have an orb!” she shouted, loud enough for the room to hear. I blanched, imagining every pair of eyes within earshot suddenly star- ing at my crotch. Like most men I just assumed orb was another euphemism for some- thing in my pants. I was caught in that peculiarly male conun- drum; unsure of whether or not I even wanted an orb, but glad that at least someone had noticed I had one. I’m not really sure what, or even if, an orb is. But I must admit, I like the thought of hav- ing a guide or a helper along for the ride. I find it immensely comforting and, in fact, very likely. For what are we, after all, but energy and spirit and a little hair gel. My brother J.J. has been dead and gone these past 24 years but I still feel his pres- ence daily. I get him in the snatch of a song or the look on someone’s face or more often than not, in the unending sar- casm of my 15-year-old son. My emotional tie to him is as strong or stronger than it was when, as young children, we shared a bed. So, if my love for him is still that vital, is it such a stretch to imagine he might feel the same way? That he might throw on the old orb suit and jump in the photograph? Just for a laugh? I’d like to think so. I’d like to think it’s all about laughter, really. Fun is all it’s ever been about. Unfortunate- ly, with our heads down, in the midst of our jobs and our mortgages and our car pay- ments, most of us forget that fact. So a nudge or reminder from a helper to look up now and then would be welcome indeed. Given the choice, I will al- ways look up. Looking down makes my world smaller, makes me less powerful, gives me fewer potentialities. Look- ing up, I am suddenly infinite. True, I may step in dog poop occasionally, but I can live with that. So, yes, I have an orb. Al- though I’m realizing that maybe that doesn’t really make me so special. I’m guessing you prob- ably have one too. Maybe we all do. If we have loved or been loved it only makes sense. What goes around comes around, after all. Of course, I am still a man, and so I have to wonder, when it comes to orbs, does size matter? Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. Fo llow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html. My orb is really something to see Neil Crone enter laughing 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 City of Pickering Holiday Operating Hours CIVIC COMPLEX/CITY HALL 905.420.2222 December 22 – 8:30 am - 12 noon December 25 & 26 – CLOSED December 29 – 8:30 am - 12 noon January 1 – CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX 905.831.1711 December 24 – 7:00 am - 12 noon December 25 & 26 – CLOSED December 31 – 7:00 am - 5:00 pm . . . . . . . . 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm New Year's Eve Event January 1 – CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX POOL 905.683.6582 December 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, Jan 2 – 6:00 am - 11:00 pm December 24, 25, 26, Jan. 1 – CLOSED December 31 – 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm . . . . . . . . . .7:00 pm - 9:00 pm New Year's Eve Free Swim January 1 – CLOSED DUNBARTON POOL 905.831.1260 December 22 – January 3 inclusive – CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE December 27, 28, 29 & Jan. 2 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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Get your Student SuperHealth Membership Today! For details call 905.683.6582 or visit cityofpickering.com/recreation CULTURE & RECREATION DIVISION The City of Pickering is hiring Camp Staff for 2007 March Break and Summer Camps MARCH BREAK CAMP MARCH 12th – 16th SUMMER CAMP JULY 3rd – AUGUST 31st Camp staff will be required to plan, organize and implement specific activities & special events for the 2007 March Break and Summer Camp Programs. Applicants must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for employment for camp positions: •At the time of the interview, candidates must be enrolled in a secondary, post-secondary, or other educational program and be returning to school in a full-time capacity next year. •Age of 16 by March 12, 2007 to work at March Break Camp. •Age of 16 by July 3, 2007 to work at Summer Camp. •Current certification in Standard First Aid (issued within 2 years) and Basic Rescuer CPR – C (issued within 1 year) at the time of the interview will be considered. •A Criminal Reference check is a condition of employment. • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as required. * Primary residency in the City of Pickering * Visit our website for important information regarding specific qualifications, required experience and mandatory training sessions. Positions: Camp Counsellor Museum Camp Counsellor (Summer) Camp Counsellor, Special Needs Assistant Camp Director Camp Director Museum Camp Director (Summer) Coordinator, Special Needs & Volunteers (Summer) Museum Guide/Receptionist (Summer & Fall) New applicants for March Break Camp must bring a Program Plan and be prepared to discuss and present it at the time of interview. New applicants for SUMMER CAMP will be required to attend an Interview Screening Workshop on Saturday, March 24, 2007. Qualified applicants selected for further consideration will be required to prepare and present a Program Plan to be presented to a group of their peers (approximately 10 minutes). Job Interviews will then be conducted with successful candidates of this process. cityofpickering.com choose City Hall, employment MUNICIPAL PROPERTY & ENGINEERING DIVISION The City of Pickering is also hiring Student Labourers for Summer 2007 TERM OF EMPLOYMENT IS FROM APRIL 30th – AUGUST 24th Will be responsible for performing maintenance duties in City owned parklands and property. Typical duties include cutting grass, assisting in the planting of flowerbeds, shrub beds, trees and inventory maintenance and assisting with maintenance and repairs of City owned buildings. Applicants must meet all of the following criteria for employment as a Student Labourer: •At the time of the interview, must be enrolled in a secondary, post-secondary, or other educational program and be returning to school in a full-time capacity next year. * Primary residency in the City of Pickering * •A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and be prepared to provide a Driver’s Abstract. ALL POSITIONS * Non-residents of Pickering will be considered if there are no suitable candidates from within the City. Note: You can print off the Employment Application or apply directly online. To be considered for a position, please submit your application no later than Monday, January 15, 2007. Please reference the specific position you wish to be considered for directly on the application. If you wish to be considered for multiple positions, please indicate so on your cover letter or press ctrl and click on each position for which you are applying on the online application form at cityofpickering.com. For Student Labourer positions, preference will be given to applicants with related experience and/or Horticulture or Forestry related education. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER AT SCHOOL IF YOU ARE OUT OF TOWN. Community Cultural & Heritage Associations Participate in the 2007 Heritage Day Event Call 905.420.4660 ext. 2099 for details Leisure Programs A Great Holiday Gift! Register NOW!Register NOW!Register NOW! City Services &City Services & Leisure GuideLeisure Guide REGISTER ONLINE!!!!YLIMAFERITNEEHTROFNUFEERFcityofpickering.com/greatevents 905.420.4660 ext. 2064 Donations welcomed for our local food bank at all Winterfest Events. Christmas in the CityChristmas in the CityChristmas in the City CANADIAN PROGRESS CLUB DURHAM REGION WOMEN Sponsored By: Welcome the holidays at Community Music Nights. Come see remarkable school choirs & solo performances in an evening that is sure to inspire the spirit of the season. Thursday Saturday, December 9th OPG Movies & Crafts OPG Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1 pm to 4 pm Saturday, December 9th Family Story Time Petticoat Creek Library 10 am Sunday, December 10th Christmas in the Village Pickering Museum Village Visit the museum village as its fi ctional characters prepare for seasonal celebrations. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and students, $3 for children or $15 for a family Noon to 3:30 pm Wednesday, December 13th Mayor's Light Tour Adults 55+ tour the festive streets of Pickering and then enjoy refreshments at the Pickering Recreation Complex. See website for bus information. Saturday, December 16th Snow Much Fun Esplanade Park, City Hall Fun snow sculpting contest for children and adults of all ages. Judging provided by PineRidge Arts Council. 10 am to 2 pm Saturday, December 16th Family Story Time Pickering Central Library 1 pm Wednesday, December 17th to Friday, December 29th & Tuesday, January 2nd Tim Horton's Free Skate Pickering Recreation Complex Arena 1 pm to 3 pm Sunday, December 31st New Year's Eve Family Skate, Swim & Countdown Pickering Recreation Complex Arenas 7 pm to 9 pm Monday, January 1st Mayor's New Year's Day Levee Family day to meet and greet your Mayor & Members of Council 2 pm to 4 pm FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity in partnership with the Durham District School Board and the Durham Catholic District School Board presents... "In Your Words" I can make a difference in my community by... Description: Students of the Durham District School Board and Durham Catholic District School Board are invited to participate in a “Writing Contest” presented by the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity in partnership with the Durham District School Board and the Durham Catholic District School Board. Guidelines: Please visit cityofpickering.com to view contest guidelines Timeline: •All entries must be submitted by 4:00 pm on February 5, 2007 to Marisa Carpino, City of Pickering, One The Esplanade, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7. •Only mailed or hand delivered original submissions in hard copy form will be accepted (no faxes or emails). •Judges will review entries and select winners in each category by February 23, 2007. Incentives: •Contest winners will be invited to share their submissions at the Race Relations Forum hosted by the Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity on March 21, 2007 at the Pickering Civic Complex. •Winning entries will be displayed in the lobby of the Pickering Civic Complex and featured on the City's website at cityofpickering.com for the month of March 2007. •Winner of each category will have their entry printed in the News Advertiser and other possible publications. For more information contact: Marisa Carpino Supervisor, Culture & Recreation City of Pickering 905.420.4660 ext. 2099 mcarpino@city.pickering.on.ca Thank You to the News Advertiser for their support in this project. 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FROM THE NET OUTFROM THE NET OUT Durham Region’s junior hockey blog: catch the latest on all of the area’s junior hockey teams from our experienced team of sports writers and editors www.durhamregion.typepad.com/from_the_net_out/ Sports briefs DECEMBER 6, 2006 [ Swimming ] Pickering Swim Club hosts 20th Lisa Flood meet PICKERING — The Pickering Swim Club will host the 20th edition of the Lisa Flood Christmas Classic swim meet this weekend, Dec. 8 to 10. The Lisa Flood Christmas Clas- sic, named in honour of the two-time Olympian and longtime club member, is traditionally the largest home meet of the season for the Pickering Swim Club. A total of 461 athletes from 14 swim clubs from across Ontario will compete. Clubs taking part are: Barrie Trojan Swim Club, Clarington Swim Club, Er- nestown Barracudas Swim Club, Granite Gators (Toronto), Kingston Blue Marlins, London Aquatic Club, Oakville Aquatic Club, Oshawa Aquatic Club, Owen Sound Aquatic Club, Toronto SwimClub, Toronto Olympian Swim Club, Uxbridge Swim Club, and Variety Village Aquatic Club. The meet gets under way on Friday at 4 p.m. and finishes at 8 p.m. On Sat- urday and Sunday, events go from 8 a.m. until 5:45 p.m. each day. The PSC hosts a fundraising silent auction on Saturday, beginning at 8 a.m. Bids will close at 5 p.m. on the same day. The Pickering Recreation Complex pool is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. [ Tr ampoline ] Sky Dragons soar at Provincial Cup meet PICKERING — The Sky Dragons Provincial Trampoline Team soared to solid results at the first Provincial Cup meet in Newmarket recently. In the Provincial ‘C’ category (13- and 14-year-old girls) Sydney Allen-Ash was 13th and Tiffany Hopkins was 15th. In the Provincial ‘C’ 15-and-over group, Caitlin Howe was 11th. In the Provincial ‘C’ synchro event, Howe and Allen-Ash Caitlin were 12th. In the Provincial ‘C’ double mini trampoline event, Hopkins was ninth and Howe was 13th. The Sky Dragons’ Interclub team is looking forward to participating in its first competition in the new year. Sky Dragons trampoline teams train out of Alexander Graham Bell Public School in Ajax on Tuesdays and Fridays. A limited number of spaces are still available in the interclub and provincial programs. [ Ringette ] Pickering tourney this weekend PICKERING — The Pickering Rin- gette Association hosts its 20th annual Pickering Invitational Ringette Tourna- ment this weekend. More than 80 teams from across Ontario, as well as some from Quebec, will compete in the event. The tournament will use the Pickering Recreation Com- plex and Don Beer Arena for games. Some contests will also be held at the Ajax Community Centre. Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan will official open the tournament at the complex’s Delaney ice pad on Saturday, Dec. 9 at noon. All day Saturday during the tourney, organizers will host the ‘Future Stars’ event, which is geared to players ages four to nine years, in the complex’s O’Brien Room. All finals will be on Sunday at the Don Beer and Pickering Recreation Complex arenas. [ Hockey ] Pine Ridge juniors give up early lead PICKERING — An early lead wouldn’t last for the Pine Ridge Second- ary School Pumas junior boys’ hockey team in recent Durham Region action. The Pumas led 3-0 in their Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) contest against Clarington Central Secondary School. In the last 25 minutes, however, Clarington scored five unanswered markers, including the f inal one into an empty net, to secure a 5-3 win over Pine Ridge. The Pine Ridge junior boys’ squad is back in action today (Wednesday) against the St. Mary Catholic Second- ary School Monarchs at Don Beer Arena. Tr ojans-Kerry Blues: Bowl redux Head coach Martini hopes team speed gives Trojans an advantage By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX — Pickering High School Trojans’ football coach John Martini hopes the fast track at the Rogers Cen- tre will be a boon to his players. Martini will lead his senior Trojans to the Metro Bowl championship game for a third consecutive time. And, for two of those occasions, the team on the other side of the ball has been the St. Michael’s College Kerry Blues of To- ronto. The defend- ing Metro Bowl champs hope overall team speed, pure and simple, will give them the upper hand on a solid St. Mike’s crew in Toronto on Thursday, beginning at 8 p.m. “I would hope that it will be,” says Martini about having his speedsters unleashed in the climate-controlled environs of the Toronto dome. “We have a lot of speed at a variety of po- sitions, so it should be to our advan- tage.” Don’t ask Martini, who’s been on the sidelines with the Trojans, either as a head coach or an assistant for more than 20 years, to invoke any talk of revenge on St. Mike’s, which beat Pickering High School two years ago in the 2004 Metro Bowl at Hamilton’s Ivor Wynn Stadium by a 22-15 count. It’s a different year, with different teams involved. “Not really. Our only incentive is challenging the players that are here this year. We’re a different team and they’re a different team. We approach it the same way we always do. We’ll take the challenge and do our best.” Martini is concise if nothing else in his assessment of the team that stands in the way of back-to-back Metro Bowl championships for the Trojans. “They’re extremely well balanced, well coached. They’re good offen- sively and defensively and have one of the premier running backs,” says Martini, referring to St. Mike’s Eddie Houghton, who’s burned opposition defences with abandon this season. The coach envisions a tight game as there’s not a lot to choose between the two teams, with both being extremely balanced in terms of their offensive and defensive presence. “I think it’s going to come down to big plays and turnovers, easy touch- downs,” predicts Martini. “The team that gets those is going to have a good opportunity to win.” Don’t expect the Trojans to em- ploy a run-first-and-always offence against the Kerry Blues on Thursday. The wind and rain-soaked conditions at last week’s 16-0 semifinal victory at To ronto’s Esther Shiner Stadium over Huron Heights Secondary School of Newmarket necessitated putting a full stop on the passing attack. But, with weather being a non-fac- tor on Thursday, Martini says his Tro- jans are willing and able to put the ball in the air. “Yeah, we’re able to pass and we have quite a few (pass) plays on of- fence. I think St. Michael’s will pass too. Their win over Richview was dominated with the run but, again, that was because of the weather con- ditions.” The experience of having played in three previous Metro Bowls will also come in handy, too, notes Martini. “I think the kids who were there last year and the previous year will keep the younger ones settled down,” he says. “They’re all excited, obviously. Some played in the previous St. Mike’s Metro Bowl game and they’re happy to get back there.” METRO BOWL NOTES: Tickets will be on sale at Pickering High School for anyone in the community wishing to go to Thursday’s Metro Bowl game at Rog- ers’ Centre. They’re $10 apiece and will be available at the front office of the school at 180 Church St. North, Ajax... The Trojans’ players and coaches will be feted with a luncheon at the school prior to heading to Toronto for the big game... St. Mike’s defeated Toronto’s Richview Saints 19-1 in the Metro Bowl semifinal, also played at Esther Shiner Stadium last Friday...The Trojans are completely healthy, with no injuries coming out of last week’s Metro Bowl semifinal game against Huron Heights Second- ary School...St. Mike’s has appeared in five previous Metro Bowl finals since its exception in 1982. During that time, the Kerry Blues have won four times (1982, 1998, 2002 and 2004)....Mean- while, the Trojans have been in the Metro Bowl final three times, the first time in 1988, resulting in a 16-10 loss to To r onto’s Central Tech Blues... DECEMBER 7 DECEMBER 7 • 8:00 PM JARRING JUDO Ron Pietroniro/News Advertiser photo AJAX — Andrea Madgett from Oshawa’s Upper Canada Judo Club gets the upper hand on Leah Sheffield from the Sheffield Judo Club. The Ajax Bu- dokan Judo Club hosted its all-day tournament at the Lakeside Community Centre in Ajax on Saturday. Back to the field for Richardson, Dunbarton squads Sudden-death penalty flicks to be replayed after protest upheld over LOSSA field hockey final By Al Rivett Sports Editor DURHAM — It’s shaping up to be a case of deja vu for the Dunbar- ton High School Spartans and the J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate varsity girls’ field hockey teams. Based on a decision by the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) executive late last month, the teams must replay sudden-death penalty flicks to decide the LOSSA field hockey championship. The decision came after an appeal was launched by Dunbarton coaches Julie Rossiter and Linda Correia following the LOSSA title game played at Rich- ardson on Oct. 27, with Richardson winning that gold-medal game 1-0 on sudden-death penalty flicks. The protest was reportedly based on how the game officials interpreted the rules for shooters in sudden-death penalty flicks. The officials ruled the Spartans couldn’t use any of the shooters in the sudden-death penalty flicks that they had used earlier in the five penalty flicks. Richardson coach Sarah Bell notes she’s received noticed that the sud- den-death penalty flicks will be re- played either tomorrow (Thursday) or Friday. No time has been set as yet. There is nothing in writing, how- ever, in terms of procedure for the re- playing of the game, i.e., which team would go first. In the previous final, Dunbarton started first in penalty flicks. “My assumption would be that they (Dunbarton) would go first,” she says. LOSSA president John Pfeifer noted the executive heard the first appeal from Dunbarton on Oct. 30. However, that appeal was disallowed on a pro- cedural error as the J. Clarke coaches weren’t in attendance. A second appeal, however, was pre- sented on Nov. 17 with Dunbarton and J. Clarke coaches and LOSSA field hockey convener Tania Craig in atten- dance. On Nov. 22, the LOSSA execu- tive upheld Dunbarton’s appeal, with the decision sent via e-mail to the Dunbarton and Richardson coaches and to Craig. “Dunbarton provided us with evi- dence contrary to the decision at the game. The coaches at J. Clarke Rich- ardson gave us nothing that com- pelled us to change our minds,” says Pfeifer of the decision. Pfeifer refuses to go into detail re- garding the evidence brought before the LOSSA executive, saying only, “It was enough to allow the protest of that final, based on the procedures at the game.” Pfeifer calls the appeal and the situ- ation that’s arisen as a consequence of it “highly unfortunate. “Coaches of the specific sports (should) have bylaws set down that are clear and concise, so it doesn’t lead to confusion.” Since the LOSSA executive’s deci- sion has been announced, parents of players on the J. Clarke team have em- barked on a crusade to preserve the gold medal for the school’s team. Ac- cording to spokesperson Sue Plough- man, a number of parents have in- undated Pfeifer with e-mails on the issue, but have yet to receive a satis- factory reply as to why the protest was upheld. “He still hasn’t opened the doors to at least hear our side of the story,” says Ploughman. She notes playing again for the gold medals a month after the fact could have an ill effect on the Richardson players. “If the girls lose the gold medal, they lose their pride. This will reinforce the unfairness of the politics that goes on behind the scenes. That’s not helping their outlook,” says Ploughman. Pfeifer says the only avenue of ap- peal available now is a vote of non- confidence in the LOSSA executive. If that succeeds, it could effectively lead, in the absence of an execu- tive, to a complete shutdown of high school sports in Durham for the re- mainder of the year. Bell allowed that there was dis- appointment among the school’s coaches and players with the LOSSA executive’s decision to uphold the ap- peal launched by Dunbarton. “For sure, the game was played out, but everyone has that option to pro- test,” says Bell. Despite the LOSSA final being under appeal, J. Clarke served as the LOSSA representative at the Ontario Federation of Athletic Associations (OFSAA) field hockey championship in Agincourt in early November. Dunbarton coaches couldn’t be reached for comment. Hockleys finish in top five in dance events in New Brunswick PICKERING — Two brothers with the Skating Canada Pickering Skating Club returned from a major competi- tion with strong results last week- end. Graham and Jordan Hockley com- peted at the 2007 BMO Financial Group Skate Canada Eastern Chal- lenge In Moncton, New Brunswick from Nov. 30 to Dec. 3. Graham and his partner, Nikki Yo r giadis, placed fifth in the novice dance category. Meanwhile, Jordan and his part- ner, Kelly Oliveira, placed third in the pre-novice dance category. 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The 6-foot, 200-pounder made his Pickering debut last Fri- day on home ice against the Markham Waxers, where he earned an assist and made his presence felt. “We’re very excited to have him,” says Panthers’ head coach Pat Curcio. “The kid has tremendous talent and work ethic. He played very well. He hit the (cross)bar a couple of times. We’re very happy with the trade.” MacQueen’s assist, on a power-play goal by Zach Fenwick, helped the Panthers score an im- portant 5-3 victory over the Waxers, with whom they were tied in the South Conference standings coming into the contest. In a fast-paced and exciting game at the Pickering Recreation Complex, Panthers’ cap- tain Richard Schofield bagged the winner on the power play with under three minutes to play in the third period. Phil McIlhone earned a hat trick after scoring an empty net goal in the final minute to seal the victory, the Panthers’ third straight over the Waxers this season. The Panthers took a step back, however, the next night after being foiled by the red-hot Stouffville Spirit -- winners of five of their last six games -- 3- 2 in Stouffville Saturday. The loss put the Panthers (18-11-2-0 for 38 points) back into a third-place tie with the Waxers in the standings. In another lively affair, the Panthers had plenty of scoring chances in Saturday’s tilt, including hit posts and a goal that the Panthers contend was in, but was disallowed by the game officials. “It was one of those games where the bounces didn’t go our way. With our work ethic, I thought we deserved a better fate,” says Curcio. While the Panthers’ work ethic was in evidence in the two weekend games, so too was the team’s discipline that was missing in action as late as a week ago. Curcio notes he’s happy with his team’s renewed efforts toward playing with discipline. “I think we’ve turned it around as far as discipline is concerned. It gives us an opportunity to win every night. If our discipline continues to get bet- ter, we’re going to be a tough team to beat.” The Panthers are in Markham to meet the Wax- ers on Friday in a contest with third place on the line. The winner will take sole possession of third place in the standings. On Sunday, the Pickering juniors host the conference-leading St. Michael’s Buzzers at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 6:30 p.m. SCORING SUMMARY Panthers at Stouffville Spirit Period 1 Stouffville - Randy Johnston (Donivan Munro, Brad Knapp) 1:59 Pickering - Richard Schofield (powerplay) (Kevin Huinink, Phil McIlhone) 3:17 Period 2 Stouffville - Randy Johnston (Corey Trivino, Will Acton) 8:42 Period 3 Stouffville - Mark Sullivan (Will Acton, Brad Knapp) 4:36 Pickering - Richard Schofield (Phil McIlhone, Kevin Huinink) 14:59 SCORING SUMMARY Markham Waxers at Panthers Period 1 Pickering - Phil McIlhone (Zack Fenwick) 2:30 Markham - Cameron Gaunce (Giancarlo Iuorio) 6:51 Period 2 Pickering - Phil McIlhone (Michael Banwell, Richard Schofield) 1:40 Pickering - Zack Fenwick (powerplay) (Kevin Huinink, Jamie MacQueen) 9:27 Markham - Claudio Cowdrey (shorthanded) (David Kostuch) 16:37 Period 3 Markham - Ryan Carey (powerplay) (Corey Tamb- lyn, Cody Hamilton) 4:37 Pickering - Richard Schofield (powerplay) (Kory He- lowka, Kevin Huinink) 17:21 Pickering - Phil McIlhone (powerplay) (empty net) (unassisted) 19:52. Jamie MacQueen Panthers’ Postscript The Panthers hope to have injured forward Cody Smith (wrist) and defenceman Matt Rigtrup (knee) back in the lineup for the week- end games against Markham and St. Mike’s... In terms of the “future considerations” in last week’s deal with the Aurora Tigers, Curcio notes that will be addressed with Aurora prior to next season... Second-year Pickering Pan- thers defenceman Zack Fenwick has been chosen to play in the second annual Canadian Junior ‘A’ Hockey League National All-Star Game in Vernon, B.C. from Dec. 12 to 13. Fenwick, 17, will join 10 other all-stars from the Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League for the contest... 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Skaters on the medal podium included: Junior 1 Flight 1: Lauren McCullough, Elizabeth Strange, Te r esa Barrie; Junior 1 Flight 2: Ashley Wells, Alexan- dra Ruhnke, Lindsey Carson; Introductory Ladies’ Freeskate: Holly Branigan, Nico- lette Witherspoon, Rachael McCullough: Elementary Ladies’ Freeskate: Arline Killam, Rachel Dillon; Pre-Preliminary Ladies’ Freeskate - Flight 1: Emma Martin, Tayler Cleland, Emily Spadafora; Pre-Preliminary Ladies’ Freeskate: Flight 2: Alexandria Joknic, Libby Reeves, Hannah Donnelly; Preliminary ‘A’ Ladies’ Freeskate: Jacquelyn Van Rooy, Amanda Fowler, Alyssa Jarvis; Preliminary ‘B’ Ladies’ Freeskate: Natasha Calizon, Michelle Nicholson, Noelle Baird; Junior Bronze Ladies’ Freeskate: Calandra Carkner, Nicole Haughton; Kailey Trewartha; Senior Bronze Ladies’ Freeskate: Jennifer Pappas, Alissa Kuksis, Rachelle Degenstein; Junior Silver Ladies’ Freeskate: Kaycee Morrison, Kirsten Kuksis, Sandra Black; Senior Silver Ladies’ Freeskate: Alycia Degenstein; Pre-Preliminary Solo Dance: Hannah Donnelly, Holly Branigan, Elizabeth Strange; Preliminary Solo Dance: Natasha Calizon, Emma Mar- tin, Andrea Heisz; Junior Bronze Solo Dance: Catherine McNamee, Cait- lyn Morenz, Angel Farrer; Senior Bronze Solo Dance: Michelle Nicholson, Kailey Tr ewartha, Tamara Dowhy; Junior Silver Solo Dance: Jennifer Pappas, Emma Al- lain; Senior Silver Solo Dance: Katrina Gates, Victoria Giglio; Gold Solo Dance: Rachelle Degenstein, Alycia Degen- stein, Lauren Cunningham; Preliminary Skills: Michelle Tennant, Taylor Hughes, Andrea Heisz; Junior Bronze Skills: Catherine McNamee, Amanda Smith, Angel Farrer; Senior Bronze Skills: Erika Irwin, Nicole Haughton, Michelle Nicholson; Junior Silver Skills: Jacqueline Clarke, Jennifer McNa- mee; Gold Skills: Courtney Engel, Katrina Gates; Open Skills: Rachelle Degenstein, Alycia Degenstein; Outstanding personal best performances were skated by Nicolle Lalonde and Brayden Hockley. Ron Pietroniro/News Advertiser photo Rachelle Degenstein runs through her routine during the Skate Canada Pickering Skating Club’s annual Home Club Competition at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Saturday. PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers bantam ‘A’ rep hockey team brought back silver from the Can/Am Hockey Tournament in Lake Placid, New York recently. After posting a perfect record against U.S. compe- tition in the round-robin portion of the tournament, the Panthers dropped a 6-1 decision to the Burling- ton Bulldogs in the gold-medal contest. The Panthers needed a victory in their fourth and final round-robin game to secure a berth in the championship game. They responded with a 7-6 win over The Red Bank Generals of Red Bank, N.J., scoring the game winner in the last second of play. In earlier action, the Panthers defeated the Quak- ers of West Chester, Pa. 3-0, New Canaan, Conn. 4-0 and the Greenwich Wings of Greenwich, Conn. 6-0. 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You don’t write music for the awards but they are nice.” The song is from his CD, ‘River of Mercy’, which is available online through his website www.song- writerinthehouse.com and at Christian stores in the area. “I’ve been writing Chris- tian music for 22 years,” said Cacciotti, a member of St. Joseph the Worker parish. “I started writing at Holy Cross church in Oshawa.” He worked in the music ministry, preparing the music for masses, at Holy Cross before leaving for St. Joseph the Worker 11 years ago where he held the same position until just recently. He resigned to concen- trate on his songwriting and recording, done at Ambassador Records in Oshawa. He’s also won gospel music awards in the Unit- ed States. C acciotti originally played rock music back in the 60s, playing with the likes of The Guess Who, Bruce Cockburn and Neil Diamond. But in 1971, he left the music scene and worked as a financial ad- viser, which he still is. 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A loved one may have died or been seriously injured in an alcohol related crash and their families are left to face the season that brings about the strongest emotions of grief, loneliness and anger. The volunteers of the Durham Chapter encourage you to drive sober over this holiday season, be responsible plan ahead for safe RIDE home. 4 Canadians die and approx 190 are seriously injured every day, may your holidays bring you a time of JOY, A Holiday message from MADD Durham Region… The men and women of the Durham Regional Police Service want all our residents to have a safe and enjoyable time during the upcoming 2006 Christmas holiday season. We all know that with the Christmas holiday season, the time for people to meet, greet and, perhaps, drink at family and offi ce parties is fast approaching. But did you also know that, in the past, some people have chosen to get behind the wheel of a motor vehicle after they have had a few too many drinks with tragic consequences? Between 1998 and 2005 drunk drivers in motor vehicle crashes in the Durham Region killed 49 people. This compares to only 36 people who died as a result of a homicide in Durham Region during this same time period. As a result, the Durham Regional Police will be out there on R.I.D.E. enforcement, once again, throughout the holiday season looking for impaired drivers. “Choose Your Ride”…During this Season’s Festive R.I.D.E. In addition, Durham Regional Police Service are also asking its citizens this Festive R.I.D.E. season to “Choose Your Ride!” when leaving a holiday celebration after having a few too many drinks: “Will you leave by ambulance?” “Will you be stopped by the police?” “Can you afford to have your car towed away?” “Will this be the last time that your loved ones will ever see you alive?” The better option, of course, is to make the right decision and “Choose Your Ride” by calling a taxi or a friend or loved one to take you home safely after a night of celebration. 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Fifth place went to Katerina Petrovska, fourth place to Kimberly Garrett, third place was given to Kelly Bain and in second place was Samantha Osei. A prize list and photos can be viewed at www.cityofpickering. com/teen. Choral de Lites offer Christmas delights DURHAM — Come make some Christmas Memories with the Choral de Lites. On Dec. 9 the Choral de Lites Chamber Ensemble and musical director Cathy Pavlik, will entertain with an after- noon of song and holiday cheer at Port Perry United Church, Queen and Simcoe streets. The choir will be joined by special guests Glenn Taylor, who retired earlier this year as organist at the church, Kayley Patterson, mezzo soprano, and pianist Kevin Drennan. The program starts at 3 p.m. Tick- ets are $10 for adults, $5 for children, $25 per family (two adults, three chil- dren.) Tickets are available at Henshall’s Clothing on Queen Street, 905-985-1965. Dec. 9 Christmas concert presented by Adventist choir DURHAM — The 50-voice Durham Adventist Choir holds its annual Christ- mas concert on Dec. 9. The Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2850 Hwy. 2, Bowmanville, will be the setting for the 7 p.m. concert which will feature traditional and contemporary Christmas music. The choir will perform Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus. The music for the concert is in- spired by the nativity story. A freewill offering will be received. Whitby Brass Band holds Christmas concert Dec. 15 DURHAM — The Whitby Brass Band celebrates the holiday season with a Christmas concert on Dec. 15. The 7:30 p.m. event will feature se- lections by the band and special guests The O’Neill Chamber Choir from Osha- wa. Pre-concert music will be provided by the Whitby Brass Junior Band. Tickets for the concert, held at Hebron Christian Reform Church, An- derson Road North, are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students. Tickets are available at the door or at 905-430- 8392. Looking to play in a brass band? DURHAM — Blow your horn with the Oshawa Civic Band. The British Brass Band was es- tablished in 1870 and is looking for new members that will be dedicated to the band. The band is reaching out to the public for former or present players or people who want to play a brass instru- ment that have a passion for music. Presently, the band has roughly 20 play- ers and would like to double that and become the award- winning band they once were. The band plays theme songs from movies and musicals, classical, swing and jazz music. Rehearsals are to be held every Monday night from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Band Shell in Memorial Park (Simcoe and John streets, Oshawa). For more information call 416-436- 0865 or visit www.oshawacivicband.ca. Entertainment in Brief DECEMBER 6, 2006 NEWS A DVERTISER There’s lots more news online at durhamregion.com 905.420.1344 Pickering Campus 1450 Kingston Road www.trilliumcollege.ca TRILLIUM COLLEGE: YOU HAVE IT IN YOU! CALL NOW! 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Switch board relief. Fax resumes only: 416-282-0330 CARWASH CENTRAL hiring Self-Serve Carwash Manager/At- tendant for Oshawa location to cover maternity leave starting in January. Also PERMANENT MANAGER/ATTENDANT posi- tion for Whitby location to start immediately. $10.00-$12.00/per hour. Duties include assisting customers, yard work & cleaning. Wednesday-Sunday. Some flexibility. Fax resume to (905)985-1163 or email to carwashcentral@sympatico.ca CLEANERS NEEDED URGENT for fast-growing maid service. Pe r manent position. Room for advancement. Excellent pay, great working environment. Not suitable for students. Call 905- 723-6242 DRIVERS WANTED Earn CASH DAILY! Full and part time shifts. We will train you. Call the office at 905-440-2011 or Roy at 905- 439-1111. Blue Line Taxi is now hiring in Oshawa & Ajax. EXPERINECED WORKERS re- quired with own transportation and tools. Minimum 5 years expe- rience for home renovations. (416)937-1948. FREE RENT.Superintendent, handyperson, couple preferred. Experienced, 2 low rise apt bldgs. New laundrymat. Free rent & salary, Whitby. Please call 1-800- 693-2778 or fax resume to 905- 666-9022 references req'd. Only those chosen for interview will be contacted. Full/Part-time COOKS & SERVERS Day shifts only Apply in person 375 Kingston Rd. Pickering HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.Jobs-WorkAtHome.com, Reference 2-107 Ideal for returning to the workforce, Pickering Curves needs OUTGOING Part-Time Circuit Coaches 20-30 hours/week, mix of morn/eve shifts - must be able to start at 6:00am. Candidates must be very outgoing and love to work with people. Training provided. Email resumes: curvesresumes@ pathcom.com Tel/Fax: 905-509-5578 is continuing to grow We are currently Seeking Professional Team Members Professional SALES Staff Production Manager Sheet Metal/Plastic Fabricators Graphic Design/Vinyl Applicators Qualified Applicants must have 5 years experience within the sign Industry Great Wages & Benefits Pkg Please forward your Resume to Julie Blanchard julie@kwiksigns.com LOOKING TO BE YOUR own boss? Learn how to operate a mini-office outlet from home. Free simple training, flexible hours, great income! www.miniofficeoutlets.com/stacey ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr avg. Full time. We train you!!! Call 905 435-0518 PHONE CHAT LINE needs op- erators to work from home. Must have great voice & be over 18 years. Call (416)733-8372 PICKERING PUBLISHER seeks exp inside advertising sales rep for growing business. Base plus commission. Resume to: rwh@rogers.com SKY LOFT RESORT is looking for Full and part-time staff to work Kitchen, daycare, outdoors. Free skiing/snowboarding for all staff. Please email Natacha at office@skyloft.com. SNOW PLOW brokers needed for Durham Region area. Call Russ (905)438-8741. START IMMEDIATELY.Must fill 25 positions. $25/hr. Piece work guaranteed by contract. Fun job, great pay. No experience re- quired. Call now 905-435-1052. Pickering Toyota requires PART TIME EVENING RECEPTIONIST Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and alternate Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Call Michelle Mehew 905-420-9000 Professional Sales Elite Program Guaranteed Career Employment upon completion of Program Call Now for our next Enrollment Call toll free at 1-877-723-7701 or email info@salesinstitute.ca www.salesinstitute.ca Financial Assistance Available $45,000 - $60,000 Annually Looking for a career in Sales @ our Oshawa Campus The Village of Taunton Mills invites you to join our team! Immediate openings: ✓Registered Nurses Part-Time and Casual All 3 Shifts ✓Registered Practical Nurses Casual All 3 Shifts Please forward resume to: Cristina Locatelli, DNC The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, Ontario L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 Email clocatelli@oakwoodretirement.com The Village of Taunton Mills invites you to join our team! Immediate openings: ✓Horticultural Therapist 9 hours weekly ✓ Recreation Therapist Part-Time and Casual 10 hours bi-weekly for Part-Time Please forward resume to: Kelly MacDonald The Village of Taunton Mills 3800 Brock St North Whitby, Ontario L1R 3A5 Fax 905-666-9601 Email kmacdonald@oakwoodretirement.com CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR RN with current CNO Certification, preferred. In- dependent/team member. Preferred knowledge of (ICH/GCP) guidelines. Organizational and time management skills. Computer skills. Good clini- cal judgement. 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Scarborough. 416-281-2504, ask for Rozario. CUSTOM MILLWORK Company in Durham Region requires full time qualified cabinet makers. Please fax resume to 905-428- 1463. CUSTOM MIRROR and glass installer. Must have experience and own tools. Clean drivers licence. Call (905)432-7873, fax 905-432-6845 FITTERS AND WELDERS, Re- quired by well established plate fabricator in Ajax. Top Wages and Benefits. Fax resume to 905-428-6933. FLIP THIS HOUSE! FREE list of Durham "Fixer Uppers" from all the Real Estate companies.These homes need work, mostly cosmetic. www.DurhamVIPbuyers.ca Dan Plowman Salesperson , Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. 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As well as Shop Helper with valid driver's license for parts pick up, shop clean up, etc. Ap- ply to: Quality Truck Repair, 840 Colonel Sam Dr., Oshawa, or call (905)721-2788 MECHANIC/4th or 5th year ap- prentice required. Licensed for trailer. Welding experience a must. Valid drivers license. Gen- erous wages and benefits. Call Bryce 416-297-1712 or 905-728- 2346 SHINGLERS, FRAMERS & LA- BOURERS needed. Must have experie ce. Call Darryl (905)392- 0313 WANTED,licensed body frame technician. for busy body shop. Call (905)983-1118. SIGN SHOP FABRICATOR, Whitby sign Co. requires Full time sign fabricators, experienced with workshop tools and sign building knowledge. Fax resume 905- 665-7859 or call (905)665-5666 CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRE- SENTATIVE position available. One month contract. Full-time hours. Start date January 15. Fax resume to: 905-428-3847. LEGAL SECRETARY position available, in busy 1 lawyer office. Primary family law/litigation, some criminal. Experience re- quired. Please fax resume with salary expectations to 905-668- 7936. PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST/ Kennel help needed at Rosebank Animal Hospital, evenings and weekends. Students Welcome. Please Present resume to 1414 Rosebank Road, Pickering. No phone calls please! PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY in Whitby seeks full time experi- enced Customer Service/Recep- tionist . Must be detail oriented, able to multi-task, proficient in Mi- crosoft Office, data entry, custom- er service, order processing and Accounts Receivable. Please email resume to info@tanta.ca RIBO LICENSED with computer experience required part-time, approx. 25 hrs/week. Fill-in for vacation & as needed. Submit qualifications and salary expectations to: email: edamant@bellnet.ca or fax: 905-623-5570. BLISS BRIDAL BOUTIQUE a high end full service bridal salon in Whitby, is looking for a dynamic, professional, stylish individual with sales experience to become part of our team. Knowledge of women's apparel an asset. Part-time/full-time posi- tion available. Fax resume to 905-982-0692 or email: blissbridalboutique@bellnet.ca Durham's Newest Import Dealership requires Part-time Receptionist Monday-Thursday Evenings. Good command of the English language and computer skills an asset. Please contact Lorie Winter (905)683-3908 INSIDE/OUTSIDE SALES Professionals Wanted- Telemar- keters Wanted - Work from Home or Office. Great opportunity for the right people. Training pro- vided. Email resume to: blackhawk77777@sympatico.ca or call Bill at (905)435-1052. SALES HELP required for new health store in Pickering Town Centre. 30-40 hours/week. Health knowledge required. Call 416- 606-7995 DELWYN NURSING AGENCY and Services now accepting ap- plications or resumes for RNs and RPNs, with long term care experience, for Durham Region and surrounding areas. Fax re- sumes to 905-723-0103 or call (416)988-3473. DENTAL ASSISTANT needed for a permanent position of 34 hours weekly. We are looking for an energetic, up beat assistant who would enjoy working in a busy orthodontic office. Must posses great communication skills and clinical excellence. Email us at daigle@rogers.com or drop off Resume at 292 King St. West, Oshawa. DENTAL ASSISTANT position available. Full-time required for busy Pickering office. Mainly evenings and alternate Satur- days. Please fax resume to (905)837-0468 EXPERIENCED MEDICAL re- ceptionist needed for family prac- tice/walk in clinic. Experience a must. OHIP billing required. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. Please fax resume to: Janice (905)430-6416. Full Time Dental Receptionist needed for Busy Cobourg practice Experience in Dental Field required Fax resume to: 905-372-9439 OPTOMETRIC Receptionist/As- sistant, required for Part-Time Position. Experience preferred. Forward resume to optome- trist2007@hotmail.com. Only considered candidates will be contacted. PDA REQUIRED 3-4 days per week. York Region Orthodontic Office. Please fax resume: 905- 642-9692 RMT REQUIRED for newly es- tablished acupuncture clinic in Whitby, in a brand new plaza. Excellent opportunity for cross-re- ferrals. Please contact (905)922- 2232 for further details RMT REQUIRED FOR Physio/Massage Clinic in Ajax. Hours are negotiable. Please fax resume to: 905-428-8830. EATERY COOK NEEDED 3-10 PM Off Sundays Good wages Min. 5 years exp. References needed Pickering Town Centre 905-839-2507 EXPEREINCED SERVERS re- quired, full and part time. Also bus person required. Apply in person to Eggs Crepes Restau- rant 633 King St. E., Oshawa. WAITSTAFF,kitchen help and dishwasher required. Please call (905)837-5044 ** PUBLIC ** NOTICE List of Durham Region distress sales and bank foreclosures are now available to the public for free. www.DurhamBank Foreclosures.com Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage AJAX- $20K DOWN, assume 237k mortgage at 4.7% with NO qualifications. 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Call (905)259- 2552 OSHAWA downtown lower unit, suit any type of small business, plumber/electrician etc. ideal of- fice self-contained rent includes all utilities $495. 905-434-8008. PRIVATE FURNISHED Office Space, Oshawa/Whitby. In shared environment. Includes: Hi-Speed Internet, Conference Room, Kitchen,401, Train, Tran- sit. Free parking. (905)448-2197 ext 210 SPACE FOR RENT in Oshawa/Whitby border. $980 monthly all inclusive, Call Days (905)576-0823 or Evenings (905)576-1018 DRY CLEANING DEPOT FOR SALE Good location in Pickering with growth potential. Asking for $19, 999 or best offer+inventory Call 905-686-1799 LADIES GYM FOR sale, Durham Region. 905-427-1332. TURF LOGIC FRANCHISE Op- portunity. 100% Pesticide-Free Lawn Care. High-Tech, Low In- vestment. Protected Territory, Outdoor Lifestyle, Full Support. P: 866.239.4056. www.turflogic.ca $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! 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Farida daytime (905)576-5512 or evening (905)427-5580 1 ALL INCLUSIVE 1-bedroom, basement, separate entrance, eat-in kitchen, sauna, fireplace, laundry, parking, close to O.C., $730. First/last required. No smoking/pets. avail. immediately. Jenn (905)720-4996 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt in Ajax, Westney/401 area, very clean, near GO bus and Durham Tr ansit. $680/month, available immediately. (905)686-9360 or (905)686-9216. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $725 plus hydro. Clean building, Harmony/Bloor area. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)409-0673 or (289)314-6825. 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There are Bedroom Suites including the Country Pine, King size Rope & Pillar, Cherry Sleigh & Walnut Canopy. For the dining room we have an Oak Country Style & a Cherry Queen Anne set, the Popular Pub Set with 8 chairs & a Lazy Susan in 2 tone Walnut or Espresso & Maple Table with 4 Arrow Back Chairs. We have a large quantity of Art including such artists as Robert Bateman, Walter Campbell, The Group of Seven & many more. We also have accent tables, Grandfather Clocks, Antique Buffets, Dressers & Table Sets, Stained Glass Lamps & Panels. Opportunity is knocking, don't miss out!!! KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) 905-683-0041 www.kahnauctioncentre.com This list is subject to additions & deletions. CHRISTMAS ART AUCTION SUNDAY December 10th PREVIEW 12:15 AUCTION START 1:00 OLD TOWN HALL Corner of Hwy#2(King St.) and Mill St. (one exit east of 115/35 Exit 401 at Mill St.) 125 Pieces!! FEATURING TODAYS MOST POPULAR ARTISTS TRISHA ROMANCE, ROBERT BATEMAN JAMES LUMBERS, LAURA BERRY DOUG LAIRD, CATHERINE SIMPSON BILL SAUNDERS, PLUS MANY MORE!! HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE TRISHA ROMANCE All is Calm, Generous Heart, Lullaby ROBERT BATEMAN High Kingdom Snow Leopard , Song Of The South Woodshed In Winter JAMES LUMBERS Old Friends, Imagination, The Long Way Home DONT MISS OUT!! Images 21, Inc. 905-839-1756 Please note, our Gallery will be closed Dec. 10th AUCTION SALE Sunday Dec. 10th, 10:00 AM (Viewing 8:30) MacGregor Auctions, Located in ORONO, Take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & Follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. Auction features a varied offering of old & new, Estate contents, Furniture, Collectables, Household effects including - upright piano, pool table, sofa couch, bedroom set, antique tables, & chairs, dressers, kitchen set, Craftmatic bed, lift chair, glass & china, older hockey cards, misc. tools & hardware, radial arm saw, radios, plus a selection of new articles, great for Christmas gifts or decorations. Something for one & all. Terms (cash, cheque, Visa, M/C & Interac). 5% Buyers Premium. Call For All Your Auction Needs See: (www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com) MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 ESTATE AUCTION STAPLETON AUCTIONS NEWTONVILLE Friday, December 8th, 5:00 p.m. Selling the contents from a Courtice and Oshawa homes: Sideboard, hutches, 5 pc. pine dinette, en- trance bench, bookshelves, chesterfield suites, occa- sional chairs, occasional tables, mirrors, table lamps, computer desk, 3 pc. wall unit, 3 pc. break- fast set, file cabinet, China, glass, numerous an- tiques, coins, new/fridge's and stoves, etc. etc. Po lice Auction December 15th, 5:00 p.m. Check website for updates, Preview after 2 p.m. Terms: Cash, Approved cheque (Drivers License), visa, M/C, interac AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton, Newtonville (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, December 8th at 4:30 p.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 9 pce walnut diningroom suite, modern Hoosier kitchen cupboard, pine chest of drawers, 2 burgundy lazy-boy swiv- el chairs, mahogany dining table and 6 chairs, 4pce mod- ern black bedroom suite (queen size), pine dresser, upright freezer, die cast cars and trucks, approx 100 dolls some in original cases, Remington 30-06 semi auto mod., 742 Win- chester 243 mod 70, Browning 12ga semi-auto, JC Higgins 12 ga, Iver Johnson 16ga, 12ga dbl barrel to include Browning pump, Winchester mod 63 semi-auto, Remington mod 24 semi-auto, Stevens single shot, Cooey mod 75 sin- gle shot, Ruko mod 20P semi-auto, 44 caliber black pow- der rifle, Stevens 25 lever action, reloading equipment, 2 door metal gun cabinet, 10x4.5ft tandem trailer, Craftex panel sander, 3 5000 Electric Start, new JVS 120 and 240 generators, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items.Guns to be sold at 7:00 p.m. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 for more info. or pictures go to: www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica This will be our last regular sale for 2006 including furniture, antiques, collectables and glassware for an Ajax Estate. Note:Our next sale will be Saturday, January 6th at 10:00am. This will be Neil Bacon Auctions New Years Sale consisting of outstanding quality items including furniture, antiques, collectable, glassware, lamps and paintings. Preview for this exceptional sale will be Friday, January 5th between 1 and 7pm. Regular Wednesday night sales will resume January 10th at 4:45pm.Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. Sale Managed and Sold By NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 CLOSING OUT BUSINESS AUCTION –WEDNESDAY, DEC 13th – 11:00AM for Dino’s Pizza, 8 King St., East Cobourg (2 doors east of Division St on north side of King St.) Complete equipment, furnishings, etc. - everything in working condition. Par tial list includes: signage, decorative pieces, menu boards, ta- bles, chairs, etc., nice glass showcase cabinet like new, also triple glass door Coke cooler in excellent condition, Hobart mixer with 3 qt. bowl and cheese grating attachment, refrigerated stainless pizza make table with 3 doors and 12 compartments, 2 gas pizza ovens, 1 Moffat deep fryer, 2 meat slicers, 20’ wooden counter, double stain- less sink, 2 Sharp cash registers, BBQ King pizza slice warmer, Kenmore upright freezer, chest freezer, variety pizza trays, dough trays, screens and all related utensils, plus large old bakery oven and bake & freeze unit. Note: everything working, just closing busi- ness. Everything to be removed by Dec. 15th. Te rms: cash, cheque,Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY E.WARNER – AUCTIONEER – 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS At Malcolm Sale Barn, 13200 Old Scugog Rd. 1/2 Mile South of Blackstock, Ontario. SAT, DEC. 9, 10:30 A.M. 1880s Work Table, Guitar (Kingston), Old Bottles, Old Christmas Decorations, Doll Carriage, Wind Vane, Stamps (USA Collection, USA First Day Issue), Wooden Butter Bowl. See You There! BRUCE KELLETT (705)328-2185 or (905)986-4447 www.theauctionfever.com Auction Sale Sat. Dec. 9 @ 4 pm Haydon Auction Barn 2498 Con Rd 8 Haydon.ON Gulbransen Dbl Key board Organ/Bench, Jewelry/Gems10 & 14kt gold, Group of Seven, Electric Single Bed, Furn, Lamps, Linens, Books, Tools, Xmas Dec, Coins/Currency 1904/1906 Can..50, 1861 NS 1 cent,1912 NF 20 cent,1904/1906 Can..25,1936 Can.05 Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 TRUE WAREHOUSE SALE Heart & Home Open to the Public only Once a Year! December 5th - 8th 10 am - 6pm Saturday December 9th 10 am - 3pm 530 Westney Rd South, Unit 8, Ajax Enamelware, Bears, Home Decor, Giftware and Scrapbooking and lots more !! Found! Your soul mate. They’re waiting for you at freedateconnection.com. Meet local singles now! Go to freedateconnection.com DISTRESS FREE!!!!! DON'T WORRY BE HAPPY!!! Let Perfect Maid take care of all your housekeeping needs. We do not cut corners Looking for good service and reliable people? Call Now!!! Evening Appts. Fully Bonded 905-686-5424 1-BEDROOM North Oshawa $735 all inclusive, ALSO 1 bedroom 45 Colborn West. $735 all inclusive. 2 bedroom, $790. Bachelor, $615. ALL Avail. Jan.1. No pets. 905-723-1647 or 905-720-9935. 2 & 3 BEDROOM apts/towns available, Whitby/Oshawa/Bow- manville. Thickson/Rossland, Thickson/King, Taunton/Ritson, Beatrice/Wilson, Rossland/Wil- son, Simcoe/Wentworth, Close to all amenities. Call Bill Tapp (905)623-3393, RREA. 2 BEDROOM CONDO available immediately in Bowmanville. $1050/month. 5 Appliances. Free utilities for 3 months. Rent to own. Lease today and receive one month free rent. (905)697- 8261 2-BEDROOM APTS.Available Immediately, $765+hydro, first/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smoking, refer- ences. Sam 416-895-8144. 401/PARK: 1-BEDROOM,fully- furnished basement. Newly reno- vated, new 4pc bathroom/kitchen, gas fireplace, private entrance, working person preferred. $175/week. FURNISHED ROOM. Clean, quiet, private home. TV/VCR/DVD, fridge, $110/week. Both: first/last, park- ing, cable, A/C, no pets, Immedi- ate. (905)576-6127. 620 BOND ST. E.apts. 1 bed- room, Seniors Welcome. Close to shopping, bus. Quiet complex, safe neighbourhood, no pets, $680. Avail. Jan.1st, Feb.1st. 905-438-0558. 887 SIMCOE ST. N. OSHAWA- 2 bed. hardwood, nice, bright, clean, available immediately. $745+hydro. Also 1 bed, hard- wood, bright & clean $645+. Avail. Jan. 1st Both 1-parking. First/last/no pets. (905)668-1946 AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large 1 & 2-bdrms in clean, quiet building $900 & $950/mo. Call (416)540-0747 AJAX IMMEDIATELY,one bed- room basement apartment with walkout, 2 appliances, non smok- ing/pets, bus at door, close to Durham Centre, newly renovated, $675 inc. lst/last. (647)866-7405 AJAX NORTH,Rossland/Church, 1-bedroom newly renovated walk- out apt. Ceramics, full bathroom, laundry, parking, utilities included. January 1st. $800/month. No smoking/pets. Call (905)428-0785 or 416-999-8834 AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2, large, beautiful, 1-bedroom base- ment, 4pc bath, parking, available immediately. $575/month. Call for appointment 416-436-2884. AJAX, HARWOOD/ROSSLAND 1-bedroom bright basement walk- out, separate entrance, kitch- en/bath/living. Transit at door- step. No smoking/pets. $695/in- clusive. Working female/couples preferred. First/last, references. Available immediately. Call 905- 239-3786. AJAX, HWY 2/Church St., 1-bed- room, separate entrance, base- ment walkout, no smoking/pets. Appliances, utilities included. First/last. Call after 7pm (905)428-7133. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS.Spa- cious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apt., from $859, $989 & $1089, available Immediately & Jan 1st. 905-683-8571, 905-683- 8421 or 905-683-5322 BACHELOR and two - 2 bed- room apartments, Newly renovat- ed with new appliances Simcoe & Athol area. $600/mo and $800 inclusive, Available immediately. 905-706-0218 BACHELOR APT.,newly reno- vated, close to Hospital, 3rd floor. Available Jan. 1st. $600/inclusive, first and last. Call 905-43405149. BLACKSTOCK - large bright 2- bed. basement apt. Very private, quiet rural location. Parklike-set- ting overlooking large pond, 2 1/2 acres. No smokers/pets. $1000/mo. inclusive. Call Jim Jenkins @ 905-985-7351. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. CLEAN 1 BDRM $720/mo, 2 bedroom $800/mo, newly deco- rated. Utilities included. Sim- coe/Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for appt. (905)579- 9890. BOWMANVILLE,spacious one bedroom apartment, quiet loca- tion, free parking, no smok- ing/pets. Adult lifestyle building, suitable for single person. $765 utilities included. Available De- cember 15th. (905)697-3491. BRAND NEW MODERN studio apartment rentals, in great Oshawa location, across from City Hall, GO BUS station. 20 apartments available. High speed internet and cable available. Ideal for students, commuters and young professionals. Available January 2007. From $460. 905-436-1977, or view at www.summersproperties.com BROCK/DUNDAS, WHITBY 3- bdrm townhouse, 2-yr-new, large master w/ensuite, hardwood/ce- ramic, open concept, beautiful kitchen, parking, no smok- ing/pets. $1300+utilities. Avail im- mediately. 905-509-4006 or 416- 877-4543 BROCK/DUNDAS, WHITBY, Large 1-bdrm. basement, walk-in closets, hardwood/ceramic, bay window, separate entrance, walk- out, parking. New home. $850/in- clusive, no smoking. avail imme- diately 905-509-4006 or 416-877- 4543 CENRAL OSHAWA,1 bedroom basement apt., clean, bright, freshly painted, sep. entrance, parking, avail. immediately., $700 inclusive, call (905)259-2552 CLEAN BRIGHT and spacious, 1 bedroom apartments Available January 1st. From $700 - $750 all inclusive. Oshawa, centrally lo- cated, near amenities, on bus route. 905-720-3215. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE, 2-BEDROOM apt in lower level of raised bungalow, washer, dryer, and utilities all in- cluded. $800, first/last, referenc- es. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. (905)914-6578. EAST OSHAWA,unique 1 bed- room with walkout to deck, great view, parking, laundry, near all amenities, no smoking/pets, $725 plus hydro. Available Immediate- ly. Call (905)431-3829. LIVERPOOL RD- 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. New trim, carpet & paint. Separate entrance, parking, laundry. $800/mo. all in- clusive. Available Jan lst. No pets. Call 705-345-2733., (705)484-5222 LOOKING FOR professional roommate, 5 min to 401 and all amenities great area, no pets & non smoker asking $500 per month first and last (416)209- 7301. MOVE-IN FREE - Whitby south- Spacious bach. $700, and 1 bed. $770,2 bedroom $880, laundry, first/last, near Go, Avail Jan. 1st. Daytime viewings Mon-Fri Call Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. NICE 3 BEDROOM (small), walk- ing distance to Oshawa Centre, parking. $975 all inclusive. lst/last, Jan. lst Phone (905)432- 2914 leave message NORTH OSHAWA 2-bedroom lower level apt. in quiet 6-plex, $925 inclusive. Avail. now. In- cludes Parking, no pets, first/last. (905)424-5083 NORTH Oshawa - 2 & 3 bed Feb.lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Taunton/ Simcoe, 3 & 2-bedroom apts in triplex, appliances & parking in- cluded, laundry on site, All utilities included. $995/month available Dec. lst. $895/month avail. Jan. 1st. Call (905)666- 5157 OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1 & 2 Bedrooms Well maintained and newly renovated apts. Near all amenities. From $775/mo+ hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA APTS.Clean quiet se- curity monitored newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom includes utilities, parking, laundry on site, no dogs. 905-260-9085, 1-888- 558-2622. OSHAWA - spacious one bed- room basement, bus route, close to 401, amenities, custom kitch- en, hardwood, ceramic floors, pot lights, laundry, cable included. Immediately. $750 inclusive. (905)261-1602 msg. OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM totally renovated apartment in duplex. Laundry, parking, yard, near Har- mony/Hwy 401. Non-smoker, no pets, professional preferred. Available immediately. $950 plus hydro. (905)432-3250 OSHAWA Olive/Ritson. 1/2 of house for rent. 2 bedrooms, park- ing available. Near bus & school. Available immediately. $700/mo. Call (905)576-3924 OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. Dec/Jan. Call 905-728- 4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE,Spa- cious apts lowrise building. 1- bdrm apt $680/mo+ hydro, avail. Dec. 1st. Appliances, laundry fa- cilities and parking included. Call 905-721-2828 OSHAWA,Bright, spacious, 3 bedroom apartment, lower level bungalow, cable, internet, park- ing, laundry included. Close walk to GM. Available immediately. Also rooms and shared accom- modations available. Call (905)436-1977 OSHAWA, Dean/Ritson.2-bdrm main floor, walk-out to deck $750+hydro; 1-bdrm bsmt, $595+hydro. Laundry facilities on site. Squeeky clean, newly reno- vated, near all amenities & 401. Call 289-314-5555 OSHAWA, KING/TOWNLINE,2- bdrm apt, main floor, freshly painted, clean, parking. $820/mo + hydro. First/last req'd. Avail. im- mediately. No pets. Call 905-720- 4505, 1-317-670-5770 OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available Dec/Jan. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1, 2, 3 bdrms & Penthouse avail. in adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. Dec/Jan. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA- King/Wilson, available immediately, bright, quiet, 1-bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. entrance, c/a, 4pc. bath, laundry, 1 parking. No smoking/pets. $700/mo. inclusive. First/last. 905-404-8335. PICKERING -1 bdrm. bsmnt. Separate entrance, full bathroom, walk-in closet, clean, new car- pet/painted, close to bus, amenities. Suitable for family. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. 905-619-1028. PICKERING -Liverpool/Bayly, 1 bdrm., large, clean basement apartment. Quiet home, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near GO, shopping & lake front. No smoking/pets. $750/mo inclusive. (416)937-4522. PICKERING 2-bdrm, upper level of house. 4-pc bath, laundry, hardwood/ceramic floors, yard, garage, deck, parking. $950plus 1/2 utilities. ALSO beautiful large 1-bdrm basement, 4-pc bath, hardwood, sep entrance, $850.- incl. 905-839-2885. PICKERING Altona/Twynrivers very large apartment (private dwelling) kitchen bath laundry fridge/stove central vac 1-parking private entrance mature single person preferred no smoking/pets $935/inclusive references available immediately first/last 905-509-0861. PICKERING WHITE'S/FINCH lovely, new, spacious one bed- room basement apartment, sep- arate entrance, parking, bus route, amenities, appliances, no smoking/pets, $950 inclusive. (905)492-2309. PICKERING, Liverpool/Bayly, 2-bedroom basement apt., living room, kitchen, own entrance, bath w/shower. Avail. immediate- ly, $850/month, first/last. Call Bruce after 5-p.m. Mon-Friday, Sat/Sun anytime. (416)458-4944 PICKERING, EXECUTIVE HOME 1-bdrm bsmt apt. $750/mo inclusive, separate entrance, parking, single working person preferred. No pets. Call (905)420- 8376 PICKERING,one bedroom base- ment apartment, no smoking/no pets, private entrance, parking, utilities, 500 sq. ft. laundry, $645 Avail. Immed. (905) 509-5548. PICKERING, ROSEBANK/Shep- pard.New 2-bedroom base- ment. Kitchen. Dining room. 4pc. bath. Private entrance. Share laundry. Parking. $700+35% utilities or $800 inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Dec/Jan. (905)837-5146 PICKERING,Whites Rd/Finch, spacious, clean, 1-bdrm base- ment, living, kitchen, bath, carpet- ed, separate entrance, no-smok- ing/pets. $695/inclusive, available immediately. First/last, references. (905)250-0239 RENOVATED 1-BEDROOM,de- sirable North Oshawa. Hardwood & ceramic throughout. Near amenities, laundry, (2) parking. Immediate. References, no pets/smoking. $750 inclusive. Call (905)449-1141 Still Renting? Why? Owning is cheaper! First time buyers only. Free list of homes available with no money down! From $900/mth.(oac) with pictures 1-888-599-0098 use ID# 8899 or www.stoprenting durham.com Dan Plowman, Salesperson, Remax Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage WHITBY - 122 Brock St. South. 2 bedroom apt. Full kitchen, wash- room, parking, central air. Fully renovated. $850 includes utilities. Available immediately. Call 416- 318-5550 or 416-858-1600 WHITBY - Garden St. apt. build- ing. Spacious carpeted, newly painted with balcony. Close to bus, shopping, all utilities includ- ed. Avail. now. First/last/no pets. 1-bed. $800; 2-bed. $925; 3-bed $1050, 905-767-2565. WHITBY - LARGE bright, newly renovated one bedroom apt. with full kitchen & bath. Utilities, cable, laundry and parking included. $800/mo. available immediately. (905)626-6356; 905-626-6350. WHITBY - Newly renovated, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. Use of pool, own laundry. $850/mo. inclusive. First/last. No smoking or pets. Available immediately. Call 905- 903-3603. WHITBY 2 bedroom basement apartment, 1000+ sq.ft. Separate Entrance, parking& utilities in- cluded. Shared laundry. No dogs. Available Jan 1st. $950/mo. Lori, 905-723-0555 or Dave 905-244-7873. WHITBY Brock/Dundas. Near Go Tr ain, Price-Chopper & No-Frills. 1 & 2 bedroom apts. available now. Free Parking. $750/$825 month. No pets/smoking. Call Mr or Mrs. Munshi (416)269-4976. WHITBY DOWNTOWN 2-bed- room basement apt. Private en- trance includes utilities, laundry & parking. $850/month. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. 905-493-1151. WHITBY, DOWNTOWN, 1-bed- room apt. all hardwood floors, all utilities included, $785/month, first/last, references. No pets. Available January or February 1st. (905)430-8327 Whitby, large 3 bedroom apart- ment, in small building, eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, walk-out patio, large backyard, utilities, washer/dryer included. Available February 1st, $1250. 905-655- 7277. CENTRAL WHITBY - Main sep. classy fully-furnished bachelor- ette, includes TV, cable, c/air, gas heat, porch and parking. Prefer one responsible full-time em- ployed non-smoker. $640/mo. First/last/references. No pets. 905-668-2332 evenings. AJAX,Luxury 2-bedroom pent- house suite. Large balcony with fantastic NE views of envi- rons/lake. 5 appliances, window coverings, laundry, storage, over- sized garage. No pets/smoking. Suits retired/prof. couple. $1395/mo. inclusive. 905-426- 9837. Available immediately. PICKERING - luxury Tridel, one bedroom apt. 5 appliances, en- suite laundry, large living/dining- room, security, pool. $1,100/mo.+. No smoke/pets. De- cember. (905)683-9629 -AA AWESOME OPPORTU- NITY!NO MONEY DOWN. Own your own home from $650/month. $40,000+ family income, Rea- sonable Credit - up to $20,000 cash back. Call Ken Collis, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty Brkr, Serving the public for 32 years. (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576- 5200, kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM 3 bathroom w/one en suite. Family room & double garage. Excellent condition. Available immediately. $1299 month+utilities. No pets/smoking. Call Mujeeb 416-666-2649. 3 BEDROOM – 2 storey renovat- ed house backing onto a park on the Oshawa/Courtice boarder. Move in for Christmas or the New Year only $1,150 per month in- cluding utilities. Call Greg at (905) 243-2908 or email at growden@ williamscoffeepub.com. Also 2 bedroom basement apartment in great area. All inclusive $ 900. Available 1st week of January. First and last reqd Call George at (905) 809-9164. 3 BEDROOM OSHAWA HOUSE, new paint, new gas furnace, no pets, blinds, finished basement, first/last $1250+utilities. Available immediately (905)432-5475 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW,city water, new gas furnace, large lot, double garage, ample parking. Available anytime. Trulls Rd., Newcastle, (north of Hwy 2). No pets. 1-905-479-0008. 4 BEDROOM South Ajax home, steps to lakefront, transit, schools. 3 bathrooms, laundry parking. No smoking/pets. Quiet neighbourhood. References required, available immediately. $1300 plus utilities. Call (905)683-6340 (leave message) A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, (or equivalent) then own a house from $600/month. (oac). 5.3% mortgage with no money down (oac) up to $20,000 cash back to you, (no repayment) Requires $35,000 plus family in- come and reasonable credit. Why Rent? Call Bill Roka, 25 years, top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Remax Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 A RARE OPPORTUNITY, PORT HOPE, Restored, pristine 4 bedroom + loft Century Home, Verandah, 3 FP, Gardens, pool, beach, trails, amenities, theatre, 25min East of Oshawa. $2100. VIEW www3.sympatico.ca/b.boulanger. 1-905-885-6743 AJAX & WHITBY 3 & 4 bdrm houses for rent. Family area, 5-appliances, a/c. Starting from $1250/month + utilities. Shows well. Call Bo Gustafsson, Sutton Group. 416-783-5000 AJAX AREA, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, new home. $1300 plus utilities. Appliances, parking. Near schools, shopping, amenities. Available January 1st. No pets/smoking. (905)427- 3456 after 6pm. AJAX, 3 BEDROOM townhouse, in complex, yard and parking. Near park, school and shopping. One month free. $825+ utilities. (905)683-6203 AJAX,spacious 3-bdrm main floor of house. Newly renovated, updated kitchen, 5-appliances, fenced backyard, close to schools, amenities. $1090/mo + utilities. Avail. immediately. (416)512-7012 AJAX-Amazing bright 1yr old, 3-bdrm 1600sqft. upper. 3 baths. Main floor laundry, 5 appls- must see!! $1250+. Also brand new 3bd 1600s ft semi-detached with w/o bsmt. 2.5 baths, 5 appls. $1395+. 905-239-0367/ 647-271- 6660. AN EXECUTIVE,furnished 3- bedroom, Courtice model home. Up to 3 months, $2100 inclusive. No pets/smoking. 905-579-6779. BRAND NEW 3 bedroom house, 3 baths, garage, North East Oshawa, great area, near schools and shops, 5 new appliances, $1350/month, available Mid De- cember. (905)434-4458. LAKE SCUGOG lakefront, 3 bed- rooms, air, garage, $1,000/month Available Dec. 15th. Call 8am- 5pm (905)576-1178, 7pm-10pm (705)786-2774. NEW DETACHED 4 BED.,3 washroom house. Baldwin & Taunton. Available Dec. 10th. $1400+, double car garage. Close to schools, shopping, parks & Go Bus. 647-435-9564. NORTHEAST OSHAWA - 2-bed- room next to green belt, 2 sep en- trances, own laundry, all inclusive $1,000 per month. Avail. Feb.1, Call Jack 905-576-1910. OSHAWA DUPLEX,2-bedroom + office, open-concept, 2 bath- rooms, 2 parking, 4 appliances, no smoking. $1000/mo+ hydro. Available Dec 15/Jan. 1. Call (905)436-2530 OSHAWA Stevenson/Rossland 3 bedroom 2 bathroom detached brick bungalow Central A/C, 5 ap- pliances, finished basement, great yard & neighbourhood. No smokers. $1250+utilities. (416)704-4570 OSHAWA TOWNLINE,3 bed- room house for rent. 2 car park- ing, separate laundry, large fenced yard. $1200/inclusive. 905-576-9185. OSHAWA,2-bedroom house w/1 bath, dining room/3rd bedroom, large backyard, close to schools, parks, shopping, $1,000 plus utilities, avail. immediately. Call Brian 905-449-0763, after 7pm TIRED OF RENTING?Credit less than perfect? We have solu- tions! Call for details 1-877-551- 5581 WHITBY Downtown semi de- tached 3-bedroom house all 4 ap- pliances and utilities included. close to schools, shopping and Go. $1250/month. Call (905)430- 2925 TWO COUNTRY HOMES available, 1 - Sunderland, 4 bed- rooms, 2 baths, garage, available Dec. 15. 2 - Little Britain area, ap- proximately 5 miles north of Port Perry. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, gar- age. Available immediately. Both $1,200 per mo. 1st/last plus utilities. Contact 1-888-550- 3687. WHITBY 2 bedroom detached bungalow. Close to GO and all amenities. Private yard, small garage. First/Last References. $1100/month plus utilities. (905)666-5334. WHITBY north border, fabulous 4-bedrooms, main floor, 2-1/2 baths, close to all amenities. 3- car parking; A/C, fenced yard, quiet crescent. $1250+. January 1st/15th Call (905)665-7823 4 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, 3 baths, 5 appliances, parking, garage. $1400 plus utilities. No smoking. Rossland/Cochrane. Available February 1st. 416-709- 5124 BROOKLIN - 3 bedroom town- house. 2/5 baths, garage, 5 appli- ances, a/c, non-smoker, no pets. Available Dec. 30th. First and last. $1250.+utilities. 905-852- 3675. OSHAWA SOUTH,To wnhouses 3-bedroom $975/mo+ utilities & 4- bedroom $1050/mo+ utilities, close to schools, shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. OSHAWA/BOWMANVILLE spa- cious 2 and 3 bedroom town houses available immediately. Utilities extra. lst/last required. various locations. Ask about our move in incentives. Call 436- 6610 ext. 1000. Mon - Fri. 8:30 - 4:30 SIMCOE/ADELAIDE WEST, new luxury townhouse, 3-bdrm, 2-1/2 baths, hardwood/porcelain/berber carpet, deluxe kitchen, 5 appli- ances, garage with entry to house, air, no smoking/pets. $1450+utilities. (905)434-8008, 905-725-8333 WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom town- homes, available in friendly fami- ly-oriented complex. Immediate. $1050-$1250+utilities. 4 applianc- es, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, tran- sit, shopping. 11TH MONTH OF TENANCY FREE. Contact Chris at 905-743-9665. AJAX ROOM. CLOSE TO GO & 401. Phone, cable & TV. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. $400/month. 905-619- 2896 ONE BDRM. IN OSHAWA, 2 bdrms. in Ajax - Shared accommodation. Use of kitchen/ laundry/bathroom. 1-parking per room. Utilities incl. Near bus stop/major intersection/401/. Call 905-999-0627. PORT OF NEWCASTLE,2 rooms for rent, shared kitchen, bath, laundry, no smoking, no pets. Available immediately, $450.00 month or $120 week. (905)987-1722 WHITBY-Garden/Dundas. 2 rooms available in townhouse, for mature, responsible people. Parking, laundry. Share all facilities. Newly renovated. No smoking/pets. $485/inclusive. First/last. 519-894-1843, 519-241-9586, 1-877-893-2963. 2004 LANDSCAPE TRAILER, 14' tandem 3500lbs axles, barely used, $3000 OBO. (905)723- 6794. REWARD - "Woody" is missing. Male Jack Russell, white with brown patches.. Courtice area, vicinity of Pebblestone and Tooleys. Micro-chipped, tags. Owners miss him..call 905-725- 5241. IT'S ALL GOOD CATERING COMPANY, serving Durham Region. Specializing in corporate functions and in-home entertain- ing. 905-922-2085. Call now to book your Christmas party! 8 1/2' x 11' WOOL Area Carpet, 1", in mint condition $1500; apt. size stackable washer & dryer, 2 years old $700; BMX bike (Haro- bike) Model Revo, new $500 sell for $250 (great Christmas gift); wing back chair, solid Hunter Green, mint condition $150; an- tique sleigh, original McLaughlin, reconditioned $1,100. Call 905- 982-1999. A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 416-524-2018. A MATTRESS SET.King Ortho- pedic Pillow top set or Queen Set available. New in plastic. Cost $1,600.00 Sacrifice King $550.00/ Queen $250.00 647-271-5483. A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installa- tions, Repairs, ViewSat-2000 Platimum, all models in-stock. Service and Sales. (905)999- 0362 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 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, HANK'S APPLIANCES. TRUCK- LOAD EVENT! New Stainless Steel fridges only $499/up. New stoves $349/up. New dishwash- ers $199/up. New dryers only $249. New washers $299. Large selection of reconditioned & new scratch & dent appliances. Parts Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. (905)728-4043. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES Frigidaire Elite refrigerator and convection oven and Hotpoint built-in dishwasher- almond and black, all 3 $600.00 or best offer.Large capacity Syl- vania Microwave-White $50 obo. Almond water cooler $50 obo. (905)666-5175 BEDROOM CHERRYWOOD. Bed, chest, dresser, nightstand. Cost $9,000. Sacrifice set $1,900. Diningroom Cherrywood table. 8 chairs/ Buffet/ hutch, Dovetail construction. New still in boxes Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $2,600. BITS AND BYTES COMPUTER Services: Dell (Tower) P4/2.4GHZ w/17" CRT Monitor $390. or Compaq (Tower) P4/1.7GHZ w/17" CRT Monitor $309., Laptop: Dell Inspron 1100 P4/2.4GHZ $599., Repairs Rea- sonable Rates. Call (905)576- 9216. BUY/SELL stair lifts, porch lifts, scooters, hospital beds, ceiling lifts etc. Call SILVER CROSS AT (905) 668-8560 OR 1-800-659- 0668 FOLD-AND-GO Ultra Lite Electric Scooter, 4 wheeler, extra seat and battery charger, like new, asking $2500 or best reasonable offer. (905)426-5012 CARPETS. LAMINATE & VINYL sale. 3 rooms, 30-sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69-sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 Corner curio (top quality) $350; sofa bed & chair $350; Oak (Pa- liser) T.V. stand $300; 7 foot air hockey $250; Arcade table hock- ey $200; solid wood kitchen table & chairs $450; Trimline treadmill $500; portable dishwasher (3-yr) $250; washing machine (2-yr) $275; stove $150; 905-260-6247 DANBY APT SIZED freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Re-con- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR, Jazzy 1113 by Pride, 2yrs old, like new value $4000, asking $1900; SCOOTER, 4-WHEELS, GO-GO Ultra by Pride, 11 months old, never used, valued at $1500, asking $900. Call (905)697-1392 FRENCH PROVINCIAL 3-piece livingroom set, mint cond. $500- obo; Duncan Fyfe Diningroom set, 4 chairs, buffet, hutch $500- obo (905)686-9240 GOALIE pads 24" (2-tone blue/white), matching blocker, catcher-$450obo (905)666-5175 HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandleisure.ca HOT TUBS/SPA,2006 model, fully loaded, ozonator, cost $8,900, sacrifice $3,900. 416- 524-2018 LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. NINTENDO WII,3 Games (Zel- da/NFS Carbon/Sports). New in Box, Used once. Includes: Wii Classic Controller Plus in System 500 Wii Points, Already Down- loaded Mario Bros, Super Mario 64 Virtual Games, Legend of Zel- da Strategy Guide Offical Ninten- do Guide. $ 500.00 Call (905) 922-3659. System not available to buy in store PERSONAL COMPUTER,starts, $100. DVD and VHS Movies, $3.50. Various Duck Hunting Accessories. Call (905)655-6803 PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS Shop early for our upcoming Christmas specials! Not sure if your kids will stick with les- sons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. RETIRING & MOVING 8-pc solid rustic oak livingroom or family room furniture, like new $950. Solid cherry elegant diningroom set, new. Has to be seen. (905)649-5134 SATELLITE TV, -NO MONTHLY BILLS: Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!. SALE! Coolsat, Pansat, Ariza for as low as $150 !!!! Conditions apply. U- Neek Electronics. Visit our store @ 226 Bloor St. E. Oshawa (905) 435-0202 (web:) www.un- eekelectronics.com: SET OF 4 WINTER tires and steel rims. MICHELIN X-ICE, 185/60-R15. Like new, ONLY 600kms. (905)903-1428. SONY PLAYSTATION 3,20GB, includes one controller and all cables. Asking $1000. Call (905)697-9184 TREADMILL & ELIPTICAL Tr ainer, both approx 1-1/2 years old, in excellent condition, low hours. selling pair $2,200. Call Dave (905)683-8084 TWO KITCHEN SETS, good con- dition, $150 each. Telephone (905) 509-5037. VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent from $230/mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 be- tween Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com WASHER,Heavy Duty, all the features, DRYER (never used), $500/pair. PIANO, Mason & Risch, $450. (905)655-4138 YOUR BEAUTIUFL PIANO for Christmas! Apartment size "Kim- ball" with padded bench. Well cared for, tuned, for wonderful music in your home. $1400.00. Please call 905-837-0125. $ CASH FOR GOLD $ RINGLEADER Fine Jewellers, 145 Kingston Rd., Ajax (just west of Salem, McDonald's Plaza). Call 905-426-7464. VENDORS WANTED - Markham Spring Home Show, Feb. 23, 24, 25, 2007 Markham Fairgrounds. The fall show was the most successful & largest in years! For info. call Johanne or Karen at 905-294-2200. 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. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. FIREWOOD,seasoned, hard- wood, dry. Delivery available. Call (905)986-5217 or cell (905)424- 9411 P.O .S. SYSTEMS.New & Used. Touchscreens, desktops, printers, start up kits from $999.00 Custom programming/installs available. Alarm/Video surveillance also. Security Plus (905)626-9436 Jeff ADORABLE MINIATURE POO- DLE puppies, vet checked, home raised, ready to go to a loving home. (705)277-3013 BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN retriever puppies. Experienced breeder since 1967. First shots, de- wormed, vet checked. Health guarantee. $500. Judy (905)576- 6320. DRAGON EMPORIUM red bearded dragon lizards now and for Christmas, low maintenance, veggie eaters, cheap to keep, hypo allergenic, cuddlers, sale on red sub adults. 905-349-2800. GERMAN Sheppard pups, CKC registered, first shots, dewormed and micro chipped. Incredible breeding. $500. (905)983-9636, 905-925-9636. GERMAN SHEPPHERD, puppies 6, first shots, vet checked, ready to go. Call 416-677-3532. GOLDEN RETRIEVER puppies, 2 males, 3 females, vet checked, first shots, parents on site, $500, ready to go December 5. Call 905-342-2095. LAB PUPS,CKC registered, vet inspected, micro chipped. Ready to go for Christmas! Call (905)723-5726 SHIH TZU PUPPIES for sale, no allergic, no shedding, vaccinated, dewormed, vet checked $500 each. Call 905-260-8855. SOFT-COATED WHEATON Terrier puppies. Home-raised, gorgeous Teddy bears. Parents on-site. Ready to go. 905-430- 0531. YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. 1987 MAZDA RX-7 Turbo, 5 speed, red exterior with grey in- terior, 37,000 original km, show- room condition, collectors sports car, $10,500. 905-433-1661, 905-404-1300 Ivan 1992 EAGLE TALON,auto start, tinted windows, air, cruise, new motor/transmission, $2,500. Cer- tified/e-tested. Moving, must sell! Call (905)723-3051 2000 FORD FOCUS wagon 206k $3995; 94 Chev Cavalier 135k $1495; 96 Stratus 249k $1995; 97 Lumina 232k $2495; all Vehi- cles certified & e-tested. Warranty available 905-725-1632 905-925- 2205 dealer 2004 NISSAN SENTRA. $179/mth. + tx. - $1500 trade. Pmt. to own. 4-door 5-spd, air conditioning. SALE PRICE $10,495. Factory Warranty until 2009. Incredible Value. Priced for an immediate sale. ONLY at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 2004 Pontiac Montana,120k, $10,999. 1999 Grand AM, $3999, 1998 Sunfire, 111k, $3699. 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 155k, $3699. 1996 VW Jetta, 189k, $3690. Others from $1699 and up. Certified and E-tested. (Kelly and Sons since 1976). 905-683-1983; or 905-424- 9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com CARS FOR SALE PROJECTS 1973 Nova. 1971 Chevele Wag- on. 2 - 1980 Cordovas, 1 T-Top car, 1 Race car. 1989 Dodge die- sel and spare motor. Call for de- tails 905-342-3644. $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. To ps all cash for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 06, 2006, PAGE B7 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com C hristmasChristmas Tributes Tributes Remembering Our Loved Ones In NowNow Publishing Publishing on on SundaySunday Dec. 24, 2006Dec. 24, 2006 Did You Know...Did You Know... that if you place your Christmas Tribute with a colour (or black & white) photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. For further information please call our Classifi ed Sales Representative 905-683-5110 To r. Line 1-416-798-7259 CARL KNOWLES In loving memory of Carl Knowles Aug. 15th 1930 ~ Dec. 7th 1999 The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched, they must be felt with the Heart. Always on our minds, Forever in our hearts. Lois and Family In loving memory of Carl Balsdon Who passed away December 5, 2000 Memories of the heart linger on Always remembered lovingly by his family $ $ AA1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $75+ 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 A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). 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 1991 DODGE DAKOTA,ext. cable, longbox, V6, runs well, $750 o.b.o. Call 905-261-2318 A RARE OPPORTUNITY - Brand New Nissan Titan CrewCab 4X4. To p of the line Vehicle, featuring DVD Entertainment and Audio Package. SALE PRICE - $41,495.00 +FR. and Applicable Txes. $499/mth. +tx- $5,000 trade. ONLY at AJAX NISSAN. 1-866-304-7326. www.durhamcreditzone.com 1994 SAFARI VAN, 267 K, good shape, one owner, $l,300 or best offer.Telephone (905) 697-1780. 1996 PLYMOUTH GRAND VOY- AGER SE, 7 passenger, V6, Au- to, loaded, new transmission, brakes, etc. $2600 just spent on new repairs. Runs great. 232,000kms. $2999 certified. Call 905-259-9846 1998 FORD E-350 CUBE VAN, 7.3L turbo diesel,14' heated box, well-maintained, new rad, new starter, 312k, certified & e-tested $8500. Call Tom (905)579-3760 or (905)431-9545. ONCE IN A Lifetime Opportunity. Only 2 to choose from. Brand New 2006 Nissan Pathfinder SE. SALE PRICE $34,975.00 +FR. and applicable txes. $379/mth + tx. - $5,000 trade. 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