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Mr. Murray braved the cold water as a promotion for Ajax’s annual New Year’s Day Swim to Conquer Cancer. He, along with his friend, Peter Gos, organized the event. “It really isn’t that bad,” said Mr. Murray of swimming in the chilly water. The swim is a fundraiser for the Durham Regional Cancer Centre. On Jan. 1, there will be a jar on the beach for people to drop their donations in, Mr. Murray said. The swim will begin promptly at 1 p.m. at Paradise Park, and every penny donated will go directly to the cancer cen- tre. “We’ve been touched by cancer multiple times and I’m pretty sure it’s a disease that’s touched everyone,” said Barb Bates, Mr. Murray’s partner. Ms. Bates said she won’t be taking the plunge on Jan. 1 though. She’ll be there to support the swimmers instead. “I’m just a towel holder,” Ms. Bates said, laughing. Last year more than 30 people took part in the swim, Mr. Murray said, and he hopes for just as great a turnout this time. “We’d like you to bring some money, and take off your clothes to jump in with us” he said. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Bob Murray, the organizer of the New Year’s Day Swim to Conquer Cancer, checks the water at the foot of Paradise Park to make certain it’s the per- fect temperature. Proceeds from the chilly lake Ontario dip, which begins at 1 p.m., will be going to the Durham Region Cancer Centre. Take the plunge for cancer HAPPY NEW YEAR Read about our newsmaker of the year...pages 2 and 6 WINTER MAINTENANCE PACKAGE www.pickeringhonda.com 575 KINGSTON RD • Oil & filter change • Tire rotation • Coolant check • Brake Inspection 905-831-5400 $$15 0 Val u e F or Onl y $5 9 .9 5$5 9 .9 5$5 9 .9 5 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 31, 2008 Hospital named our newsmaker of the year By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — It was a big year at the Ajax- Pickering hospital as it saw some dark days with its huge deficit, bed losses and job cuts, but also some brighter ones, such as the speedy redevelopment of the hospital and its new and improved birthing unit. That’s why the News Advertiser has named the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital (RVAP) the newsmaker of 2008. In March, Rik Ganderton, Rouge Val- ley Health System (RVHS) president and CEO, announced that 220 jobs would be cut from the hospital system, including 60 from RVAP, as a result of a peer review team’s report that criticized RVHS’s financial mis- management. The hospital had $78 million in long-term debt and capital deficiencies. “We need to do it quickly,” Mr. Ganderton said. “We can’t afford to do this by death by 1,000 cuts.” According to RVHS human resources, no one left involuntarily, taking early retirement offers, separation allow- ances or voluntary exit opportunities. Included in the announcement was the decision to move the 20-bed mental health inpatient unit out of Ajax and into Rouge Valley Centenary hospital in Scarborough. This had many residents and patients fum- ing, especially since they weren’t consulted before the decision was made. “These services are badly needed in the Durham Region,” wrote Ajax resident and patient Lynn-Marie Ramjass. “To hear what has been implemented and supported by so many members of the Ajax community and their families for so many years, is suddenly to be uprooted in such a clandestine man- ner shocks, angers, and appals me. Why wasn’t the community involved in this deci- sion?” However the hospital said outpatient, mental-health staffing would be increased and mental health crisis coverage would be increased to 16 hours per day at RVAP com- pared to the previous 12 on weekdays and eight on weekends. Also, director of mental health and emergency services, Cheryl Wil- liams, claimed the changes would make mental health services more efficient and improve patient care, since the majority of mental health patients access out patient services, not beds. The hospital also chose to keep one bed in the emergency room that could be used for emergency mental health situations. Officials also vowed to provide transportation for patients who go into crisis and need a bed. The bed shift would also allow for a new medical/psychiatry unit at Centenary. But, the four psychiatrists at Ajax saw things differently and disputed the claim of Dr. Steve Fishman, chief of psychiatry, who said closing the in-patient mental-health beds at Ajax would be more than offset by improved out-patient services. “That’s total crap. It won’t improve outpa- tient services,” Dr. Arul Thangaroopan said. “When I see a patient here who is grossly psychotic, I admit them. Now, where will I send them?” One of them, Dr. Mohamed Zakaria, ended up leaving but never confirmed why. The Central East Local Health Integration Network quickly invoked a 30-day consulta- tion period for the public and stakeholders. Patients and residents, led by groups such as the Friends of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital, also held rallies to voice their concerns. At the public consultation meeting at the Ajax Community Centre, nearly 1,000 people jammed inside to share their concerns. “We have discovered once again that you’re using the people with the most to lose to shield yourselves from your own mis- takes,” said Cadence Grace, a musician who called herself the face of mental health. The Region toyed with the idea of hold- ing back funding for the hospital if it didn’t reverse the decision, but in the end voted against doing so. Political figures, such as Ajax-Pickering MPP Joe Dickson and Ajax- Pickering MP Mark Holland, also got on board, but to no avail. The Ontario Public Services Employees Union then took the CE LHIN to court, claiming it did not consult the public before approving the plan to move the beds. After a day in court and a month to make its deci- sion, the panel of judges representing the Ontario Superior Court of Justice Divisional Court ruled the CE LHIN acted within its guidelines. The beds moved to Scarborough in November. But, meanwhile, the $60-million redevel- opment project continues to make prog- ress. Patients can expect: a new emergency department; a new laboratory; a complex continuing care unit with a capacity of 30 beds; redesigned space for the diagnostic imaging and cardiac diagnostic areas; and, a new ambulatory care unit that will include space for outpatient procedures and a frac- ture clinic. Rick Gowrie, the senior director of planning and capital redevelopment and support services, said by the end of Decem- ber, the redevelopment will be about 40 per cent complete. The new emergency de- partment, which currently sees more than 42,000 patients a year and will be able to handle 60,000, should be completed by Au- gust 2009. The birthing unit was also renovated at RVAP and the Birthing and Newborn Centre will officially open at Centenary hospital in the new year. A big year for Ajax-Pickering hospital Jason Liebregts / News Advertiser file photo Dr. Romas Stas, assistant chief of staff, Ajax-Pickering Hospital, stands in front of the construction at the hospital. News Advertiser file photo Protesters walk down Harwood Avenue resisting the move of the mental hospital. Colleen Garry was on her way home after Claremont party was cancelled By Jeff Hayward jhayward@durhamregion.com UXBRIDGE — An Uxbridge teen- ager killed in a crash Saturday morn- ing was a friendly soul “who talked to anybody and everybody,” said her mother. Colleen Garry, 17, died from inju- ries after a car she was a passenger in collided with an SUV, then burst into flames at the intersection of Re- gional Road 5 and Westney Road in Pickering just after midnight Satur- day morning. The teen was rushed to Sunny- brook Hospital in serious condition and succumbed to her injuries early Sunday morning at the same hospi- tal, said her family. Colleen was in her final year at Uxbridge Secondary School and was eyeing a post-secondary educa- tion in fashion marketing, said her mother, Shelley Garry, at their home Monday. “She was compassionate,” said Ms. Garry. Although she was a se- nior at the high school, “She was so- ciable with the (grade) niners,” said Ms. Garry with a smile, fighting back tears. Her daughter, an only child, was also an avid soccer player, and par- ticipated in the Uxbridge Soccer League, she added. The 18-year-old male who was driving that night was taken to Markham-Stouffville Hospital with serious injuries and three other pas- sengers were treated for minor in- juries at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, said police. Colleen and the others in the vehicle were returning from a party in Claremont that night, said her father, Aidan. But, “They got there and turned around (back home)... the party got cancelled,” he said. Investigators say the SUV ended up upside down, off the highway, in a creek. But the driver and passen- gers did not suffer serious injuries, according to police. Community support has been pouring in since the accident, said Ms. Garry. “We feel very fortunate we live in Uxbridge,” she said. “Kids are just waiting to hug us, they leave flowers at our door.” Colleen, being an only child, was especially close to family, she added. “She had a wonderful Christmas, she got to see all her family,” said her mother. A service for Colleen will be held at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Leaskdale (Durham Road 1) on Fri- day, Jan. 2 at 2 p.m. The family asks for donations to YMCA Strong Kids Foundation, Sunnybrook Hospital, or Uxbridge Secondary School in lieu of flowers. Police are trying to determine why the car carrying Colleen continued across the regional road before it hit the SUV. 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Durham cops have released secu- rity camera images of the man and the vehicle he drove as they investi- gate the Dec. 15 incident at Don Beer arena on Dillingham Road. Police said a nine-year-old boy was sitting outside the arena after arriving with his father for a 4:30 p.m. hockey practice when a man pulled up in a van, possibly a Toyota brand, and offered him a ride. The man identified himself as “Steve” during the conversation with the boy. The boy ran into the arena and found his father and police were contacted. The unknown man, be- lieved to be in his 50s, is white, six feet tall with short greying hair and a moustache. He wore a green wool vest and drove a magenta-coloured van with pinstripes on the side and tinted rear windows. Call police at 905-579-1520, ext. 2535 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Pickering car jacking has police looking for three men PICKERING — A 32-year-old woman was forced into her car by three men Christmas night and driv- en around Pickering for 20 minutes as they stole money from her bank accounts. Durham Regional Police said the woman was leaving a rela- tive’s home in the Brock Road area just before midnight Thursday when she was approached by three men and forced into the back seat of her car. For the next 20 minutes she was verbally threatened as the men made bank withdrawals. Police have yet to determine how much was stolen. She was kicked out of the car in the Whites Road and Bayly Street area where she made her way to a nearby home and was able to call police. Police are looking for three black men, in their early 20s. All three were wearing scarves or other pieces of clothing over their faces. Fundraiser for late Pickering resident and businessman By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Some years, Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners at the Costello house would loop around all areas of the home, since its owner would invite those with no- where else to go. “He was one of those types of people where the door was always open,” says Earl Costello’s proud step-daughter of 32 years, Evelyn Davy. Family and friends are mourning the death of the volunteer, businessman and resident of 40 years. He was diagnosed with lung cancer in June and died on Friday, Dec. 19 at home at the age of 65. The self-employed plumber and New- foundland native has coached hockey and baseball and sponsored hockey, baseball, soccer, ringette and football under his busi- nesses, Erlmar Plumbing and Focus Chemi- cals. He’s been a member of Moe’s Old Timers’ Hockey Players for years, but had to stop playing this summer when he was di- agnosed. He was also part of the group that created the Pickering Hockey Association constitution. “He was a great guy to play with and play against,” says his friend, Pat Mattson. Mr. Costello was a member of Royal Ca- nadian Legion Branch 606 for 36 years, and helped fundraise for events such as the Pickering Santa Claus Parade, Legion events, sports associations and a 16-year-old accident victim. “You don’t meet a lot of people like that in your life,” says Mr. Mattson. Also a guitar player, he’d host sing-song parties, a tradition he carried from New- foundland, Ms. Davy fondly remembers, Since Mr. Costello was self-employed, he didn’t have insurance or pensions to cover his treatment costs. Some changes were made to his home to make it more comfort- able for him, adding to the finances. So a group of his friends and family decided to form a committee and throw a fundraiser to help recoup some of those costs. Plans were made while Mr. Costello was still alive and Pickering Council chose to cover the hall rental and other small costs. The fundraiser will still take place on Friday, Jan. 30 at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Tickets are $25 each and doors open at 7:30 p.m. There will be a disc jockey, refreshments and a silent auction, with items including a seasonal membership to Annan- dale Golf and Country Club, and former NHL player Glenn Healy, whom Mr. Costello coached as a boy, has indicated he’ll donate some of his hockey items, Mr. Mattson says. Call Pat or Joan at 905-839-2563 for more information and tickets. Mr. Costello leaves behind five children, 11 grandchildren and his wife, Marilyn. “It was (a marriage) you definitely want- ed,” Ms. Davy says. Toronto welcomes NCAA football across the border as the University of Connecticut Huskies face the University at Buffalo Bulls in the third annual International Bowl. 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For the brave, there’s even a polar bear plunge on New Year’s Day. Here’s a list of what’s happening to mark the change of year: Ajax -- The family event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Dr. There will be children’s games, skating, entertainment, including juggler Craig Douglas at 7 p.m., cake, party favours and a special countdown. Cost is $4 for adults, $3 for youth and seniors and free for children three and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Ajax and McLean community centres. -- Ring in the New Year at the General Motors Centre on Dec. 31, with children’s activities, public skating, entertainment and a concert by David Wilcox. Free skating takes place on the hour at 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 p.m. with a wristband policy for each time. Wristbands will be handed out at 7 p.m. Children’s entertainment begins at 7 p.m., ending at 9 p.m. with a New Year’s Eve countdown and balloon drop. There’s free hot chocolate from 7 to 9 p.m. Entertain- ment includes Trevor Leblanc at 7:45 p.m., the Boogie Men at 9 p.m. and David Wilcox at 10:35 p.m. This is a free event but people are asked to bring non-perishable food items for local food banks. -- Free public skating Dec. 31 at Legends Centre, Harmony Road North, noon to 4 p.m., Donevan Arena, Harmony Road South, 1 to 4 p.m., Harman Park Arena, Wolfe at Simcoe streets, 5 to 8 p.m., Children’s Arena, Arena Street, 5 to 9 p.m. Pickering -- Pickering Recreation Com- plex is the place for free New Year’s Eve fun on Dec. 31. Events between 7 and 9 p.m. include a family skate in the arena, family swim in the pool and a pajama movie night in the banquet hall. 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He says he’s still excited to go to work every day, but didn’t always see himself in the profession. “Growing up I never thought of firefighting until a friend who was a volunteer firefighter put the idea in my head,” Mr. Lang says. So, he started volunteering with his friend at Ajax Fire and has been there ever since. He’s moved up through the ranks internally and was most recently promoted to deputy chief at the beginning of December. Platoon Chief Rick Browning, who has worked with Mr. Lang for over 20 years, says that Mr. Lang’s move up the ranks internally is one of his greatest assets. “He already knows everybody here because he’s been with Ajax Fire his entire professional life,” Mr. Browning says. “I’m really looking forward to working under Deputy Chief Lang, it should be a good ride.” Mr. Lang is a born-and-raised Ajax resident and one of seven children. A love of public service runs in the Lang family, he says. From nurses to a firefighter and paramedic, the Langs share a com- mon focus of taking care of peo- ple. Even though he didn’t consider firefighting growing up, it’s easy to see how serving the public became part of Mr. Lang’s livelihood. Serving the community comes in many different forms, says Mr. Lang. People call 911 for various reasons, but firefighters are often the emergency responder sent to places with more ‘unusual’ emer- gencies. The most extraordinary rescue Mr. Lang says he’s done was rescu- ing a family of cats sealed in the walls of a newly built home. Mr. Lang and his platoon fol- lowed the sounds of meows and used a thermal camera to save the cats. “Even though it was something that was a bit out of our scope as firefighters, it was something we could do to serve the community.” Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Dave Lang, left, is the newest Deputy Fire Chief for the Town of Ajax. With Mr. Lang is Fire Chief Randy Wilson and Deputy Fire Chief Mark Diotte. New deputy fire chief ready to serve Ajax RSSRSS newsdurhamregion.com We think... e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occupies. Editorial and Advertising content of the News Adver- tiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. 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We use small opaque plastic bags, gray and green, which we purchase in lots of 500 or 1,000. These bags are appropriate because we then tie them up at the top and carry them back to our home for storage in a plastic pail to await the waste pickup day, which occurs two weeks apart. Each time this pail is filled with 20 to 30 bags. From what we read, we understand that we will be able to insert one small opaque bag in the new clear waste bags, but 20 to 30 poopy bags, which we are always faced with, represent much more that what we interpret as a small opaque allowable bag. Nothing I have read touches on a problem this large and I think that we are not the only residents that have to face this problem. An alternative might be to stop pick- ing up but this is not an option I would choose. I think it is time that the Region waste disposal team outlined some reasonable way that this issue can be handled. Cec Turner Pickering Take it easy on us taxpayers To the editor: Re: Region looks at 7.9 per cent hike for water and sewer in 2009, online story. I am disappointed and frustrated by the Region’s recommendation to increase water and sanitary sewer rates by 7.9 per cent in January 2009. I ask Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp and the finance committee to rethink this increase at a time when we are all cutting back. Unemployment is at an all-time high in Oshawa and those who are working are doing so in fear of what the future may hold. Bailout packages are becoming the norm as many from banks, automak- ers, and even levels of government try to stay afloat in this recession. This is an open letter to the Regional Municipality of Durham to put a mora- torium on an increase in 2009 until its residents get back on our feet. Elizabeth Hallowell Courtice Time to stop the huge tax increases To the editor: Re: Region looks at 7.9 per cent hike for water and sewer in 2009, online story. I am just wondering if we all leave our taps on while at work, will the increased rate be reduced in the year 2010? I can’t believe that saving water at home and business, we now have to pay for that. Regional Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp needs to get everyone to go back to a seven-gallon toilet. I live on a 50-plus year-old road and I would ask Mr. Clapp to show me where we had an upgraded service or even a watermain break for that matter. I think my street has paid for the service 100 times already. I didn’t get an 11 per cent raise for 2009 and yet the Region thinks we all won the lottery. What is wrong with these people in power? Can they not see out their windows? Tighten the Regional belt like every- one living in Ontario has done. This has to stop or we will all be asking for a federal handout. Mr. Clapp should have told us we are taking this conserving thing too seri- ously. Darryl Caldwell Whitby e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... PAGE 6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ December 31, 2008P Online Poll Vote @ newsdurhamregion.com Cuts angered community Our newsmaker of the year is the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, where the elimination of the mental health inpatient department dominated headlines. While job cuts were included in the Rouge Valley Health System’s plan to deal with $78 million in debt and long-term capital deficiencies, it was the pend- ing loss of the department that enraged residents and had them marching in the streets. It drew criticism from politicians and almost cost the Ajax hospital $2 mil- lion in capital funding for its addition. At a public meeting in April, hospital officials were met with boos, accusations and shouts of “shame.” The crowd at the meeting, like most residents, would have none of the argument that the bed removal would mean improved care for mental health patients. The jam-packed meeting attracted nearly 1,000 residents, reminiscent of a similar-sized crowd at a 2005 public meeting on the proposed removal of the hospital’s obstetrics department. It showed once again that no issue can mobilize the people of Ajax and Pickering like cuts at the hospital, especially when services are going to its bigger sister, Centenary. But, it wasn’t just the average resident that was furious. Ajax Council called the union with Centenary “a 10-year bad marriage” that should be ended, decrying the continual erosion of services. Durham Region Council unanimously backed an Ajax resolution asking the Province to stop the transfer of services from Ajax to Scarbor- ough. On a rainy Saturday in May, another 1,000 showed up at a protest rally in Ajax, where Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan called for the beds to stay in Ajax, add- ing Pickering Council never favoured the marriage of the Scarborough and Ajax hospitals. In July, the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) took the CE LHIN to an Ontario Superior Court of Justice Divisional Court at Osgoode Hall in Toronto. OPSEU wanted the court to order the Central East Local Health Inte- gration Network to revoke its decision and properly consult the public before approving the moving of beds to Cen- tenary. But, three judges ruled the CE LHIN did not break its own rules when it failed to consult the public over moving the mental health beds out of Ajax. While that ended any possible court action, residents remain bitter, and the issue again brought to the surface the lack of trust residents and politicians have in the forced marriage between the Ajax and Scarborough hospitals. Last Week The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is looking for a new name. Which do you prefer? Ontario Central University 3 per cent McLaughlin University 30 per cent University of Oshawa 19 per cent Ontario Lakeridge University 7 per cent None of the above 5 per cent Something else 7 per cent Leave it as it is 29 per cent Total votes: 465 This Week In your opinion, what was the biggest story of the year in the region in 2008? The salute to the fallen in Afghanistan The situation at General Motors The state of the economy The Kelly family murders Federal political chaos Fire at Durham Humane Society Editor’s note: What It’s Like is an occasional series on first-person experiences By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Why is wine so intimidat- ing? Somewhere between high school -- when a $5 bottle of Baby Duck is cause for celebration — and young adulthood, people are suddenly expected to know about wine. I’m often overwhelmed when it comes to picking out a bottle at the LCBO or ordering a glass from a wine list — is expensive always better? Are screw tops tacky? Is a shiraz from California better than one from Australia? Should I auto- matically discount anything with a cute name or animal on the bottle? Things get even muddier when the glasses come out -- whoever I’m imbib- ing with inevitably wants to have an intense discussion about the wine choice and words like “buttery,” “oaked” and “tanin” get bandied about. I have no idea what most of the lingo means, which leaves me describing every wine I drink as “fruity.” Not a good way to impress your dinner guests. So when Craig de Blois, a self- described “wine geek” offered to show me the ropes, I was only too happy to spend a weekday afternoon sipping instead of typing away at my desk. Mr. de Blois is a Brooklin resident and sales manager with Lifford Wine Agen- cy, the largest supplier of speciality wines to restaurants in Ontario. His job takes him to swanky wine locales like Wellington, New Zealand, and Cape Town, South Africa, and he can effortlessly swirl wine in a glass without spilling it, which was all I need- ed to be in awe of his wine aptitude. We met up at Shrimp Cocktail in Oshawa, where Craig had lined up five wines to sample and set aside some time for a Wine 101 lesson. Step one: reading labels. This may seem like a no-brainer, but I was stumped by the first wine in our lineup. The simple label featured four key words: Ironstone, Obsession, Cali- fornia and Symphony. From the pale yellow colour it was obviously a white, but other than that I was stumped -- other than the country of origin, there were no familiar words like Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. “What is it?” I asked Craig. “I don’t understand how to tell what kind of wine it is . . .” It turns out the wine is a Symphony, as in, that’s the type of grape it’s made from. If that doesn’t sound familiar, it’s because it’s a lesser-known variety pat- ented in 1983 by a California winemak- er who crossed two grapes to create a hybrid. The grape type, or “varietal” is usual- ly one of the key pieces of information on a wine label, along with the producer and the country of origin, possibly nar- rowed down to a specific region. In some cases, the varietal isn’t includ- ed, because it’s considered obvious - - to people who know wine, that is. For example, Craig explains that every white from the Burgandy region of France is a Chardonnay, while every red from that region is a Pinot Noir, so those details often aren’t included on the label. Who knew? Before we sample the Ironstone Obses- sion, a little background on the tasting process. It’s always best to start with whites and move to reds, so the stronger fla- vours don’t overpower the lighter ones -- and always hold the glass by the stem so your fingerprints don’t obscure the view of the wine or warm it up. Craig says sight and smell are just as important as taste. We start by holding our glasses at an angle so the wine is almost sideways to check out the colour and clarity. Reds should be deep purple or cher- ry red and whites should be a pale straw yellow or deeper gold -- neither should ever have a brownish tinge. Next, we give our glasses a little swirl to release the aroma of the wine, also known as the “nose.” Craig instructs me to put my nose in the centre of the glass and inhale deeply -- I’m surprised to discover the Ironstone Symphony smells like the inside of the Body Shop, intensely sweet and floral. It’s a nice smell, but a little off-putting because it reminds me more of perfume than something I’m about to drink. Finally, we take a sip or, to be more specific, I take a sip and swallow it as I would any other beverage. Craig takes a sip and holds the wine in his mouth, sucks air in through his lips and swishes the wine around like mouthwash. Seeing my bemused stare, he explains the air thing is meant to oxidize the wine and bring out more flavour. The swishing and “chewing” as some people call it, is meant to coat all areas of the tongue with wine, to ensure all the taste buds get equal coverage. I try again with this method and almost spit wine onto the table. Defi- nitely something to practise at home. Even without the fancy technique, the taste of the Ironstone Symphony is unmistakable. It’s crisp and refreshing and reminds me of tropical fruit and . . . other fla- vours I’m having a hard time putting my finger on. This is where the wine aroma wheel comes in handy. It’s a concept developed at the Uni- versity of California at Davis that helps wine experts and novices alike use com- mon vocabulary to describe what they smell -- and by association taste -- in a wine. The wheel starts off with general words like “fruity” and “nutty.” From there, users can follow the wheel to more specific descriptors in each cat- egory. For example, a fruity wine might taste like strawberry jam or apricot, while a woody wine might remind the drinker of burnt toast or coffee. There are some pretty weird ones on there too, like “wet wool,” “cut green grass,” “tobacco” and “bacon.” In the end, Craig says it’s more about what you like than what wine reviewers and pretentious wine snobs say is good. “I stress experimentation,” he says. “Try as many wines as your liver and your budget will allow.” Cheers ! (or how I got paid to drink wine) to be a wine connoisseur Walter Passarella / Metroland Reporter Jillian Follert puts her wine-tasting skills to the test at the Shrimp Cocktail restaurant. With the basics down, here are my extremely novice impressions of the five wines we tasted: #1: Winery: Ironstone (Obsession) Varietal: Symphony Country: USA (Sierra Foothills, California) Vintage: 2006. Price: About $15 It reminded me of pineapple and melon, very fruity and light and a little bit sweet. It’s the kind of thing I could see myself drink- ing on its own on a hot summer day or with food. My favourite of the bunch. #2: Winery: Louis Jadot. Varietal: Chardonnay Country: France (Burgandy) Vintage: 2006. Price: About $20 All I can taste is oak, which I’m not a big fan of. The acidity sucks all the moisture out of my mouth and lingers on my palate long after I push the glass away. A long “finish” -- the length of time the taste stays in your mouth -- is generally considered a good thing, but in this case, it’s not welcome. #3: Winery: Louis Jadot. Varietal: Gamay Country: France (Burgandy, Beaujolais Villages). Vintage: 2007. Price: About $18 This wine smells really sweet, like strawber- ries and candy. The taste reminds me of berries with a little bit of spice, kind of like pepper. It’s drier than I thought it would be and unexpectedly refreshing and clean tasting. I think this would go really well with pasta or steak. #4: Winery: Singleback (Red Knot) Varietal: Shiraz Country: Australia (McLaren Vale) Vintage: 2006. Price: About $17 The smell makes me think of Christmas. It’s warm, kind of like cloves and cinnamon. On the palate, this wine has a big, bold taste that reminds me of strawberries and plums. It almost has a smoky taste, too. This one is neat because it has a “zork,” which pops like a cork but reseals like a screw cap. #5: Winery: Joseph Phelps Vineyards (Inn- isfree) Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Country: USA (California, Napa Valley) Vintage: 2005. Price: About $30 This one smells spicy too and also a bit like wood shavings. I love the taste; it’s smoky and fruity without being overpowering and also really smooth. ‘It tastes like . . .’ Wine myths uncorked Craig de Blois says most wine myths are just that. Here’s a few he debunked: Myth #1 Whites go with chicken, reds go with beef Craig says: “You can drink red with oysters and white with steak, as far as I’m con- cerned. It’s fun to experiment and the most important thing is which wine you enjoy drinking with which food.” Myth #2 Screw cap wines are tacky Craig says: “Screw caps are your friend. When you have a screw cap wine, there’s less chance of it being flawed. A lot of people don’t know that about five per cent of all wine is flawed from the cork.” Myth #3 All wine gets better with age Craig says: “Some wine gets better with age, but most wine you buy at the LCBO is meant to be consumed now. It ages all it needs to on the car seat on the way home.” Myth #4 Wines that carry the names of celebrities like Olivia Newton John and Elvis Pres- ley aren’t worth a second look Craig says: “Some celebrity wines are really good. Take Francis Ford Coppola. 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The Public Library Board is responsible for overseeing the management of the Pickering Public Library system. The Board is comprised of two Members of Council and eight citizen members and meets in the evening every month except during July and August. The meetings are usually held at the Main Central Library, however, sometimes they are held at one of our branches. There is no remuneration paid to the members of this Board. For more information on the duties of a Board member, contact Cynthia Mearns, CEO at 905.831.6265. If you are interested in being considered for appointment to fi ll the new position on the Public Library Board, please submit a letter of interest and/or application to the undersigned setting out a brief description of any job or community-related experience. The deadline for submitting your application is January 14, 2009. The application form is available on the City’s website. Debi A. Wilcox, CMO, CMM III City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 Fax: 905.420.9685 email: dwilcox@cityofpickering.com VACANCY ON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD Fire Safety information available online at cityofpickering.com, by email: fi re@cityofpickering.com or by phone: 905.839.9968 A Dangerous Mix It’s a fact that many fi re deaths are caused by people attempting to cook or smoke while under the infl uence of alcohol. Unfortunately, their families are often victims as well. Alcohol and fi re are a dangerous mix. A lit cigarette dropped on the couch or a forgotten pan of grease on the stove could mean disaster for you and your family. If someone in your household cooks or smokes while intoxicated, you must be aware of the risk. Keep a watchful eye on drinkers and make sure you have a working smoke alarm on every level of your home. A message from Pickering Fire Services Whydoploughtrucksleavethatpile ofsnow? Our priority is your safety. We remove as much snow off of the street as we can and alsoensure catchbasinsare clearedtothe bestofourabilitytopreventflooding. Snow ploughs always leave snow at the end of your driveway or on the boulevard. These piles are called windrows. We try our best to minimize this issue and occasionally staff have to come by again with the plough which may leave another deposit of snow at the end of your driveway. This can be frustrating- but you are not alone. This practice is common in most municipalities. Unfortunately we do not have theresourcestoremovethesewindrows–butroad safetyisour priority. Please do not deposit the snow from your driveway onto the street. It is against the ProvincialHighwayTrafficActaswellastheCityofPickeringIceandSnowClearing By-law#6650/06.Yourunderstandingandcooperationismostappreciatedand willhelp toensurea safe winter forall. 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PUBLIC NOTICE A by-law to stop-up, close and sell those parts of Pickering Parkway being Parts 6 to 20, inclusive, Plan 40R-XXXX to the abutting owners, will be considered by the Planning & Development Committee on January 5, 2009 and by City Council on January 19, 2009. The plan showing the lands aff ected may be viewed in the offi ce of the City Clerk for the City of Pickering. Any person who claims his or her lands will be prejudicially aff ected by the by-law and who wishes to be heard, in person, or by his or her counsel, should contact the undersigned on or before noon on January 2, 2009. Debi A. 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To advertise in this feature from $80, call Donna McNally at 905-683-5110 ext. 241 Stolen vehicles led to 2006 fraud conviction By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A former Durham cop has lost his appeal of a 2006 criminal convic- tion, but has been given relief on the sen- tence to be served. Terrence (Ben) McColm learned ear- lier this month his term of house arrest has been reduced and that justices with Ontario’s Court of Appeal ruled he doesn’t have to wear an electronic monitoring de- vice while serving that sentence. The judges considered fresh evidence about the circumstances Mr. McColm, of Port Perry, has been living under since his conviction and sentencing in Whitby Superior Court two years ago. While the appeals panel rejected Mr. McColm’s argument that his conviction ought to be overturned, they agreed his term of house arrest should be reduced from 21 months to 15 and that some of the stringent conditions placed on him by Su- perior Court Justice David Salmers should be relaxed. Mr. McColm and his co-accused, Mis- sissauga auto body worker Joselito (Joey) Abad, were found guilty after a jury trial in late 2006. The jury found Mr. McColm guilty of two counts of possession of property ob- tained by crime, a count of mischief and one count of fraud over $5,000. The charges arose from a police investi- gation begun in the spring of 2003, when a fellow cop at the Pickering station became suspicious of the Mercedes Benz with ex- pired dealer plates Mr. McColm drove to work each day. A computer check revealed the car was stolen; a Toyota van at Mr. McColm’s home also proved to be stolen. Police investigated Mr. Abad, from whom Mr. McColm said he’d obtained the vehicles on loan and during a search of his Mississauga shop officers found a Nis- san Pathfinder Mr. McColm had reported stolen in 2000. Ownership papers and keys relating to the SUV were found inside Mr. Abad’s of- fice, the jury heard. Mr. McColm testified he had no knowl- edge the vehicles were stolen and that he had not engaged in an insurance scam by making a false report of the Pathfinder’s theft. In passing sentence Justice Salmers said he was imposing the stringent conditions on Mr. McColm to show the public the convicted man wasn’t being given prefer- ential treatment because he was a cop. The judge also expressed doubt Mr. McColm, who maintained his innocence throughout the trial, would adhere to house arrest conditions. Cop’s conviction upheld, but sentence reduced LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION FOR NEWCOMERS TO CANADA THEDURHAMCA THO L I C DISTRICT SCHOOLBOARDCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL DURHAM CALL ROSE 1-866-550-5462 CHILDCARE AVAILABLE www.durhamLINC.ca To register call 1-866-873-9945 www.welcomewagon.ca www.bridalshowcase.ca WELCOME WAGON Bridal Showcase Sunday, February 1, 2009 Carruthers Creek Golf Club Doors Open at 1 p.m. Showcase features: Industry Experts with advice & information • Display • Demos • Door Prizes • Fashion Shows • Gift Bags & More THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 31, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Everyone’s a little Scottish PICKERING — Valerie Mason, left, Anne Perotin and Erika Mazza have some fun doing Scottish dancing at the recent LINC/ESL Christmas party. DURHAM — The countdown to midnight doesn’t mean New Year’s celebrations are over. Durham residents have plenty of opportunities to welcome 2009 at New Year’s levees throughout the region. The levee is a long-standing Ca- nadian tradition that sees the Gov- ernor General, Lieutenant-Gov- ernors, military establishments, municipalities and politicians host social gatherings on Jan. 1 or within the first weeks of the New Year. The word levee is derived from the French verb “lever,” which means to rise. Historical accounts say French aristocrats used to receive guests in the morning after they woke up while British sovereigns held their levees in the early afternoon. The first recorded levee in Can- ada was held on Jan. 1, 1646, in the Chateau St. Louis by Charles Huault de Montmagny, Governor of New France. He used the opportunity to wish citizens a Happy New Year and pro- vide an update on the state of af- fairs in the colony. New Year’s levees in Durham Re- gion include: - Pickering Mayor’s New Year’s Day Levee Jan. 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. Pickering City Hall, 1 The Espla- nade Free refreshments, prizes and entertainment featuring juggling, stilt dancing and more by the Spin Cycle Show. Celebrate 2009 at Pickering levee 411durhamregion.comGet Local 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.com A holiday song in Pickering PICKERING — Eric Hughes provided the musical backdrop for the Rouge Hill Seniors Club’S Christmas Tea and Craft Sale earlier this month. The sale at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre offered handmade goods and baked goodies. Janice E. McHaffie ‘Looks Through the Layers of Life’ By Allan O’Marra Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM — Taking one’s re- sponsibilities seriously and working hard are primary life principles for Oshawa artist Janice E. McHaffie. Growing up in a family of 14 children on a farm just outside of Guelph, McHaffie recalls being re- sponsible for three younger siblings even when she was a toddler. A first job at the age of 12, not attending high school, being first married at 16 and raising six children contin- ued the duty to others and appli- cation to chores at hand. Eventu- ally she moved to northern Ontario, adding various occupations to her resume like running a bakery and then a play school and working as a private duty nurse. The thread through all this busi- ness and caretaking was her keen interest in various forms of visual art and crafts. An early one-year stint at the Ontario College of Art and Design honed her natural drawing skills. A course in stone sculpture, plus an inherited natural gift in the use of “healing-touch” energy, sparked a keen interest in the tactile nature of surface and form. From the homey practice of needlework came a lucrative series of handmade vintage cloth replica dolls. And, she turned her natural talent for drawing into extra income by making pen-and-ink portraits of the houses of proud homeown- ers in the Stratford area, where she had moved in the early 1980s. As a single mom, and unable to afford expensive oil paints or waterco- lours, she recalls having to content herself with doing only black-and- white ink drawings at that point in her nascent career. She laughingly remembers asking friends and fam- ily to gift her with “colour” (paints) for birthdays and at Christmas. A turning point in her art sensi- bilities occurred during art classes she attended as she put herself through high school in her 30s, when she noticed that her much younger classmates took art-mak- ing a lot less seriously, just allowing things to happen in a much less precise, more spontaneous fashion, then moving on quickly to the next project. Taking this to heart, she began making paintings in oils that were less pre-conceived, more intuitive and unconsciously motivated. More art training followed in an extended course of study at Durham College in Oshawa, where she had moved in 1994. She subsequently became very active in the numerous arts councils and groups in Durham Region and began displaying her paintings in juried and solo shows throughout the area. Most of her work is done in her home or at the family retreat near Madoc, however she loves the energy she picks up when working with groups like Ajax Creative Arts. Her recent show in the Rotary Room at the Main Branch of the Ajax Library was titled Looking Through the Layers of Life and represents impressions turned to artistic ex- pressions from conversations, oc- casions and incidents from her life. Realistic images of flowers, leaves and dancers and purely abstract explorations of form and colour are painted in acrylic on canvases that have been texturized with gesso, thickly applied paint or exotic pum- ice or garnet compounds. With quiet pride she reports that, in spite of the recent economic crunch, she has continued to sell quite well. Allan O’Marra is a professional artist living and working in Ajax. Look for his monthly columns on local artists. For contact informa- tion, go to www.allanomarra.com. Photo by Allan O’Marra Oshawa artist Janice E. McHaffie works on a recent painting with both hands. Allan’s Artists A/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 31, 2008 Players sign on for scholarships to Division 1 hockey programs By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com DURHAM — You might want to refer to the Durham Junior Lightning as more than just a women’s hockey team. A scholarship factory springs to mind. Year over year, the Durham Junior Light- ning, which competes in the Provincial Wom- en’s Hockey League -- the highest level of women’s hockey in Ontario -- sends players on to scholarship opportunities at U.S. uni- versities. This year, however, the team hit the moth- erlode in terms of players heading stateside on athletic scholarships. For the 2009-10 academic year, the Light- ning placed five players with major NCAA Division 1 hockey programs, all of which signed during the early signing period for scholarships last month. Signing their letters of intent recently were: • Jessie Vella, 17, of Pickering, a forward who’s signed with the Providence College (Provi- dence, Rhode Island) Friars; • Kailey Chappell, 17, of Pickering, a de- fenceman who will play for the University of New Hampshire (Hanover, New Hampshire) Wildcats; • Lisa Stathopulos, 17, of Scarborough, a forward who’s set to play at the University of Connecticut (Storrs, Connecticut) Huskies; • Danielle Skirrow, 17, of Trenton, a forward who’ll play for the Golden Knights of Clark- son (Potsdam, N.Y.); • Andrea LeDonne, 17, of Toronto, a defence- man who has signed with RPI (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) of Troy, N.Y. and will play for the Engineers women’s team. Vella admits she did a full stop in her search for her academic and athletic home for the next four years after visiting Providence. “I really felt at home,” said Vella, who also checked out Ivy league schools Harvard and Cornell. “I liked the coach and the team and it really fit my playing style. I really like it there, I thought it was like a family there and I liked that a lot.” The Grade 12 student at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School noted Providence head coach Bob Deraney was looking for a hard- working forward and Vella fit that profile. “They said they really liked my effort and THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 31, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com Five members of the Durham Junior Lightning hockey team are headed to colleges in the United States next year, each on four-year scholarships to Division 1 schools. From left are Jessie Vella, heading to Providence College, Kailey Chappell (University of New Hampshire), Andrea LeDonne (Rensselaer Poly- technic Institute), Danielle Skirrow (Clarkson), and Lisa Stathopulos (University of Connecticut). Lightning quintet skating off to U.S. schools Andrea LeDonne: Attends Lawrence Park Collegiate... first season with Durham Junior Lightning... Played previous four years in the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association... Will study in the EMAC (Electronic Media Arts and Communications) program at Rens- selaer... The Engineers compete in the ECAC (Eastern College Athletic Conference)... Although she’s a defenceman, has played some forward this year for the Junior Light- ning... Says she’s had “the greatest time” playing for the Lightning and head coach Dino Caggiula. Danielle Skirrow: Attends Trenton High School... In her third season with the Dur- ham Junior Lightning... Will study business at Clarkson, noting the school has one of the best business programs in the states... She’ll be the lone freshman forward joining the Golden Knights women’s hockey team next season... Notes the Clarkson coaches ex- pect her to come in and produce offensively immediately... Played boys’ hockey before coming to Ajax-Pickering to play within the Durham West Lightning association. Lisa Stathopulos: Attends Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate in Scarborough... In her fourth season with the Durham Junior Lightning... Will major in psychology at UConn, which she says has one of the top faculties in psychology in the U.S... The Hus- kies play in the Hockey East Conference... Says she’s grown as a player every year as part of the Junior Lightning, noting teamwork has been ingrained in her since joining the Lightning. “They really like you to work as a team. There are no individuals here.” Kailey Chappell: Attends Dunbarton High School... In her 10th season playing in the Durham West Girls’ Hockey League... Has had Dino Caggiula as her head coach for the past nine seasons... Will study business ad- ministration and marketing at the U. of New Hampshire... Wildcat coaches expect her to contribute right away. “They expect me to jump off the deep end. They’re going to throw me right in there.”... Another Dunbar- ton grad, forward Jennifer Wakefield, is at star forward at UNH, who’s currently in her sophomore year there. Jessie Vella: Attends St. Mary Catholic Secondary School... Also a standout soccer player who’s played at the provincial level... Liked the small community feel of Providence College... Will study business and western civilization at Providence... Providence plays in the NCAA Division 1 Hockey East Confer- ence... Vella also played boys’ hockey before coming into the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association... 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First/last. 905-431- 1552. 3-BEDROOM apartment in modern building, down- town Whitby, fridge, stove, $1,076/month inclusive, parking extra. Available January 1st. Call (905)430- 6511. 50 ADELAIDE ST. 290 & 300 Mary St. Adult Life- style Buildings. Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedrooms. From $825, $1125, $1325 to $1575. Elevator access. Within walking distance to downtown. Bus stop locat- ed in front of building. Lo- cated near the Oshawa Hospital. Toll Free 1-800- 800-RENT (7368) www.skylineonline.ca Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX 1-BDRM newly renovated basement apt, $750/month. Avail imme- diately. All inclusive, park- ing, laundry. Close to all amenities, call (416)737- 4188 or (905)426-2961. OSHAWA - large one bdrm with walkout. Separ- ate entrance, quiet neigh- borhood. Avail Dec 1st. $750 all inclusive. 905- 260-7323 AJAX, SALEM/BAYLY, le- gal 2-bedroom basement apartment. Available im- mediately. Separate en- trance, 2-parking, ensuite laundry, laminate fl ooring, eat-in kitchen, new paint, no smoking/pets. $750/month, plus. (905)470-1867. AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 3-bedroom $1139/mo. Plus parking. Available Jan. 1st & Feb. 1st. 905-683-8571. BOWMANVILLE immacu- late 1 bedroom apt. Avail immediately. secured en- trance very quiet building $929 includes appliance, utilities, parking and laun- dry facilities. 905-666-1074 KING ST. Bowmanville, 1- bedroom $650/month, newly renovated, Jan 1st. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914-1449. LUXURY APARTMENTS. Enjoyable, Upscale Living. 333 Simcoe St N, Oshawa. 2 Bedroom Suites From $1535. Frequent social events held in common room. In suite laundry in every unit. Elevator ac- cess to your unit. Bus stop located in front of building. Located across the street from the hospital. Toll Free 1-800-800-RENT (7368) www.skylineonline.ca NORTH OSHAWA 1 & 2 bedroom Jan. Feb. and Mar. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking, laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 OSHAWA - Nicely deco- rated 2-bedroom apt., in clean well-maintained building. Heat, water, park- ing included, on-site laun- dry, near schools, shop- ping, transit. Available Jan lst. $725/mo.+hydro. 905-721-2534 to view. OSHAWA, Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm & Penthouse apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866-601- 3083, 905-723-1009, 905- 432-6912. www.apart mentsinontario.com OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2-bdrm including utilities plus 2 bdrm plus utilities. Parking, fridge/stove in- cluded. First/last, available immediately. Call 647-404- 1786. PICKERING 2 BED- ROOM basement, large, legal, professionally fi n- ished, sep. entrance, 4-pc. washroom, laundry, park- ing, private backyard. Near schools, shopping, bus. $950/inclusive. No dogs. Immediate. 647-229-1465. PICKERING ALTONA/ TWYN RIVERS area. Clean, 1-bdrm bsmt apart- ment. sep. entrance, A/C, parking, cable, no smok- ing/pets, suit single per- son. $695/mo. 1st/last. ref- erences. Available immedi- ately. (905)509-8339. PORT PERRY, Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. Well- kept, quiet 3-storey build- ing. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No Smok- ing/Dogs. First/last. 905- 985-6032, 905-430-7816. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Dufferin St. Newly renovat- ed spacious 2-bedrooms $835. Available immediate- ly/Jan. 1st. Laundry/park- ing, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 REGENCY PLACE Apart- ments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Re- gency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.realstar.ca TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded fi nishes. Util. incl. Security & park- ing. Landscaped grounds, private patios & balco- nies. 2 Testa Rd., Ux- bridge. 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WHITBY - LARGE 1 BDRM. basement. apt. Kitchen, separate en- trance, non-smoking and no pets, $700/month. Available immediately. Call 905-665-6056. WHITBY BACHELOR separate eat-in kitchen. bright, large, clean, in small building. No smok- ers/pets. Dundas/Brock. $695-inclusive, parking, Avail immediately/Jan 1. Call 416-438-4895. WHITBY immaculate completely redone 1 bed- room central. Available immediately. $785, appli- ances, heat, water, laundry facilities and parking. 905- 666-1074 or 905-493- 3065. WHITBY NEW 2 BED- ROOM walkout basement apt. Thickson/Manning. $1000 inclusive. A/C, 2 ap- pliances, parking. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. 905-721- 0429. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & park- ing. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shop- ping & schools. 900 Dun- das St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY, 1-BEDROOM apartment, $725/month in- clusive. Very good loca- tion, 3-mins from Go sta- tion. Clean building. Park- ing included. Available immediately. Call (905)666-3627 or (905)809-3749. WHITBY, 2 bedrooms from $950 - $970 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Of- fi ce hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 WHITBY, Cochrane/HWY #2, 3-bedroom main fl oor, walk out to deck. Applianc- es, laundry on site, 2-park- ing. $1100/month, all inclu- sive, available immediate- ly. First/last. Dave (905)925-9110. BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. All 5 Appliances In- cluded. Call Today to View (905) 697-8261 NEW UNITS IN LUXURY Oshawa condo. Down- town location. Ensuite laundry, gym, sauna, balconies, etc. 1-bed- rooms from $950, 1-bed- room+dens from $1100, 2-bedrooms from $1200. Available immediately. Matthew 416-723-0847. 3 BEDROOM Bungalow. Taunton Rd. (East of Brock Rd.) $1500/mo+heat and hydro. recently renovated upgraded plumbing, taps etc. Call (416)-698-2998 3 BEDROOM, OSHAWA, main and upper level home, features hardwood fl oors, laundry, dishwash- er, 3 car parking, large landscaped backyard. Per- fect home for kids. $1,150 ALL INCLUSIVE. Feb. lst, (905) 436-7411 3-BEDROOM MAIN fl oor of house, Oshawa, $825/month plus utilities., Available immediately. For more info call (905)263- 8129. 4-BEDROOM, BRAND new home. 2-bath, garage, No pets/smoking. $1300/ month, plus utilities. Refer- ences, fi rst/last. Available immediately. Call (905)850-7220, ask for Sheila. triumph.trim@bell- net.ca (Attention: Rental) CENTRAL WHITBY 3- bedroom detached house, close to Go transit and shopping. First/last, refer- ences. $1150/month plus utilities. Call (647)321- 5989 OSHAWA 3 bedroom bun- galow $1250+utilities Cen- tral Park/Adelaide. hard- wood/ceramics. Includes 7 appliances Large private yard w/deck. Avail Feb 1. Call for appt. (905)728- 0650 OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, with garage, Sim- coe/Taunton, large kitchen, 3-bath, 5-appliances, a/c, double interlocking drive- way, fenced yard with deck. No smoking/pets. $1,300/month, plus utilities, First/last. 905- 571-4372. OSHAWA HOUSE beauti- ful detached 3-bdrm bun- galow, main fl oor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1150-inclu- sive. fi rst/last/references. December/January 1st 905-721-9789, 905-922- 4751. 3-BEDROOM townhouse, Courtice, 3-bath, garage, gas heat. Available Febru- ary 1st. $1250/month, plus utilities. No pets/smoking. (905)263-4631, leave mes- sage. 3-BEDROOM, central Oshawa, excellent condi- tion, appliances, rec-room, $1320/month all inclusive, fi rst/last. Available immedi- ately. Call Martin (416)318- 2763 or (905)728-1420. NORTH OSHAWA, near college, furnished 3-bed- room, upper two levels. First/last, water, laundry, hydro included, on bus route. Available immedi- ately. Basement occupied. (905)571-6766 or cell (905)767-2556. NORTHVIEW MEADOW Co-op currently has 2/3/4 bedroom units available. Please call 905 721 8370 or come to 1252 Pentland St, Oshawa to pick up an application. OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.real- star.ca OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Pri- vate backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taun- ton Rd. & Simcoe St.) As about our move-in spe- cials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca WAVERLY/ROSSLAND- 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bath- room townhomes, renovat- ed interior & exterior, available in friendly family- oriented complex. Immedi- ate. $1095-$1295+utilities. 4-appliances, hardwood fl ooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. WHITBY, 2 Brand New 3- bedroom townhouses, Winchester/Baldwin, 3 bathrooms, hardwood fl oors, fi replace. Near shopping, transit, ravine backyard, walkout base- ment. $1300/month. Call 1- 416-826-1919. CLEAN QUIET room for rent. Central Oshawa. Fridge, and microwave. Shared bathroom. $400 all inclusive with cable. Available Jan. lst. Call Justin (905)922-5055. LARGE BRIGHT ROOM, in new home, North Whit- by, bus routes, private bath, share kitchen/laun- dry. Utilities, cable, parking included. Non-smok- ing/pets, female preferred. Available immediately. $480/month. (905)493- 1819, (416)797-3234. OSHAWA near Durham College. Clean room for rent, furniture available, all appliances, cable/internet, utilities included, air condi- tioned. Markus (289)240- 0774 or (289)404-5829. BROOKLIN, Taunton/Win- chester Large beautiful fur- nished room. Huge jaccuz- zi bathroom, TV room, out- side BBQ and hottub. Available January 1st or 15th. $600 fi rst/last. All in- clusive, cable/parking. (905)432-6454. SOUTH OSHAWA (1.5km to G.M.) 1 large Bedroom in house $550, 2 smaller rooms $500-each. Wire- less internet, phone, park- ing. Avail. immediately/ 905-728-8209; 519-445- 0553; 519-754-7214 (leave message) SELL/RENT YOUR TIME- SHARE NOW!!! Mainte- nance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No com- missions or Broker Fees. 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May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorifi ed, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the sick, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. V. R. Effective January 2009 Come & Worship Directory will be publishing on Thursdays. For more information please call Erin Jackson 905-683-5110 or email ejackson@durhamregion.com CONDO RESORTS & Timeshares. Rent-Buy- Sell- Exchange. Red- week.com #1 Marketplace for condo resort vacations & timeshare solutions. Compare prices, read re- views and ratings from the 5000 resorts online. All lo- cations with direct from owner prices. Red- Week.com COSTA RICA- Ocean, riv- er, mountain views 1 acre estate lots. Use your 401K. Starting at $89K. Excellent Terms, Financing available. Mature Develop- ment- Pre Development pricing available. www.joyapacifi ca.com 1- 800-993-0962 HUGS 'N' TUGS Home Daycare, Dixie/Finch area, $26/day. Smoke/pet free environment. Lots of fun & educational activities. Spaces available for Janu- ary 2009. 416-854-3584 Babysitter Needed for overnights - from 9p.m. - 5a.m. in Pickering (at Whites Rd.) *Older Children* Get paid to sleep (905)421-0000 1/2 PRICE LEATHER JACKETS 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. 2006 KUBOTA LAWN TRACTOR 17hp, gasoline engine. 48" cut, hydrastatic drive, power steering, dou- ble bagger, dial in cutting height. Like new $4500. Call 905-436-1823, 905- 924-4022 65 GALLON FISH AQUARIUM, up & running, paid $1100 plus, asking $700 obo. Call 905-579- 6731 BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 AFFORDABLE Applianc- es, HANKS Appliances, PARTS/SALES/SERVICE 310 Bloor St.W. Stoves $175/up, Fridges $175/up, Washers $175/up, Dryers $149/up. All warranty up to 15 months. Don't know what to get your loved ones?... Get a Gift Certifi - cate and they can pick! Durham's largest selection of Reconditioned Applianc- es. Showroom Sales Per- son- salary+ comm. Ser- vice Technician required. (905)728-4043. APPLIANCES, refrigera- tor, stove, heavy duty Ken- more washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 CRAFTSMAN RADIAL arm saw $450 (paid $1000); Craftex 6" jointer $200 (paid $550); 6" belt and disc sander $100. (905)686-9720 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905- 259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUBS, 2008 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifi ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. ICEMAN COLD therapy unit, model #1100. Used only 4 times. $350 or best offer. Call (905)436-3936 NINTENDO Wii XBOX 360 PS2. Make backup copies usable with the in- stallation of a modchip. Supplied/installed/warrant- ed from $75. Call Mike at 905-626-0542 (north end Oshawa) or check www.durhammods.com POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Com- puters, DVD Players, Fur- niture, Bedding, Patio Fur- niture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. 2009 EXHIBITORS WANTED Saturday April 25, 10 am - 5 pm Sunday April 26, 10 am - 4 pm BALTIMORE COMMUNITY CENTRE Call CHANTELLE AT 905-373-7355 email: cmcbridennews@gmail.com EXHIBITORS WANTED Saturday, April 11, 2009 Ajax Convention Centre 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax For more info call Audrey (905) 426-4676 x 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com Friday, March 27th - Sunday, March 29th, 2009 Pickering Markets Trade Centre, Pickering For more info call Audrey (905) 426-4676 x 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com EXHIBITORS WANTED EXHIBITORS WANTED If it races, this is the show for you! FAST AND FURIOUS NORTHUMBERLAND MOTOR SPORTS SHOW 2009 APRIL 4th & 5th Cars, Bikes, Boats ATV's Call CHANTELLE 905-373-7355 or email cmcbridennews@gmail.com SOLID OAK TABLE, with pedestal legs, medium stain, excellent condition. 72-length x 42.5 wide, w/leaf it is 90x42.5. 8- chairs with upholstery seats. Was $4,850, asking $2,500. (905)723-7782. TEAK WALLUNIT $450, wrought iron table 2-chairs $125. Chesterfi eld chairs, endtable, coffee table $350. Rosewood bedroom queen 2-dressers, $250. Pictures. Air conditioner, $75. Persian rug, $400, Double teak headboard, $50. Call (905)725-6423. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT AP- PLIANCES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt-size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appliances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Spring Home Show March 14, 15, 16 Call 905-579-4400 Ask for Devon or Wendy A&R COUNTRY KENNEL Licensed/health guarantee, golden doodles, shih-poos, peekapoos, bichon-poos. www.arcountrykennel.com (613)332-6232. ADOPT A HOMELESS PET this holiday season, give the ultimate gift-- save a life. Find 1000's of adoptable dogs, cats near you at Petfi nder.com ADORABLE GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, family raised, vet-checked, 1st shots & dewormed. Paper trained, beautiful hair. Both parents on site. Ready to go, $400. Call 905-352- 2753. BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN re- triever puppies. Experi- enced breeder since 1967. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guarantee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 GOLDENDOODLE 1st & 2nd generations. Beautiful coat from low to non shed, great colour and tempera- ments. Ready for Christ- mas, 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com POODLE puppies, small miniature, Christmas Spe- cial, vet checked and ap- proved, home raised, many colors. Parents on site. Call 705-277-3013. TRADITIONAL DOG TRAINING CLASSES starting January, Visit our web site at www.tsurodogtraining.com 905-797-2855. 1997 GRAND PRIX SE V6 4dr, automatic, green exte- rior, grey interior. pw/pdl/tilt/cruise, power side mirrors, trunk release, Pioneer CD, traction con- trol, fog lamps, air works awesome, rust protected yearly. 173,000-kms. Certi- fi ed/e-tested. Excellent condition, extremely clean $2495. (905)579-3322 1998 CAVALIER 20-dr Blue, 200,000 km. Engine mint, runs like new, no rust, minor body work. Well maintained. $3200-obo. (905)706-3517 Mike NEED A CAR? 100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be re- quired. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Always the best cash deal - up to $300 for your good scrap cars, trucks and vans. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 or (416) 286-6156. $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, alumi- num, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896- 7066 CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehi- cles must be in running condition. Call (905)427- 2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1988 GMC 22 ft. moving truck, low mileage, great condition, $6,500. (905)579-3148 ALL ASIAN LADIES Chinese Japanese Korean 24/7 Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 905-706-8808 Asian Girls Hot, Sexy, Busty Best Service 24/7 Out Calls Only 289-634-1234 416-833-3123 ASIAN BEAUTIES Best service in town. Great deals. 24/ 7. Out calls only 416-273-0254 647-339-1800 BLONDE BEAUTY Hour Glass Figure Pretty & Sexy 905-999-6203 7a.m. - 11 p.m. ATTENTION U Need a Great Massage! #1 Choice Special 2 for 1 Super Friendly Oriental (905)720-2958 1427 King St. E., Courtice (beside Swiss Chalet) AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 Sun Valley Spa OPEN REALLY LATE Incredible massages 4630 Kingston Rd. Unit#8 (E. of Morningside) 7 days a week (416)284-7679 Personals Places of Worship Vacation Properties Daycare Available Babysitting Articles for SaleA Personals Places of Worship Articles for SaleA Vendors WantedV Articles for SaleA Vendors WantedV Pets, Supplies, Boarding Pets, Supplies, Boarding Cars for Sale Cars WantedC Trucks for SaleT Adult Entertainment Adult Entertainment MassagesM Call Dan for a FREE Estimate 905.436.9823 or Cell: 905.243.1459 Interiors / Exterior • Commercial / Residential Over 25 Years Experience • Competitive Prices Need a Handyman? (905)442-0068 Full basement renos starting at $8500 (lab/mat based on 900sq.ft.) Complete in 2 weeks Bathrooms, Kitchens, Framing, Drywall, Painting etc 22 yrs experience ~ Guaranteed Work Fire & Water Technician Mould Specialist A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Snow Removal ● Junk Removal ● Light Hauling ● Odd Jobs ● General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative fi nishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 Tor. Line 647-868-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (416)465-6859 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 Home Improvement Garbage Removal/Hauling Home Improvement HandymanH Moving & Storage NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 31, 2008, PAGE 21 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Painting & Decorating Painting & Decorating Service Directory Our Classifieds will get you what you want. Place one today for fast results call 905-683-0707 Mon-Fri 8am-8pm MaverickJames BaxterMar. 9 2008Parents;Jennifer &Alan Hailie Catherine McLure Oct., 5th, 2008 Chris & Sabrina McLure Easton Avery Ross MessinaAugust 29Parents; Greg & SiobhanMessina Nevaeh ZilberbergFriday, May 23, 2008Jenn & Lee Zilberberg SATURDAY, JANUARY 3rd: 10:00 a.m. Outstanding New Years Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, Collectables, Sterling silver and Art for a Toronto Estate, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include: Furniture: 6ft 1/4 cut oak bookcase with carved fi gures, walnut marble top vanity, oak hall seat, Mission oak table w 8 chairs, Mission oak lead- ed china cabinet, Mission chesterfi eld and end tables (all Mission oak immaculate and signed Bassett), 5pc Jacques bedroom suite, Edison gramophone, inlaid marketry table, carved oak table, pine corner cup- board, pine dry-sink, pine single drawer lamp table, upright piano and bench, Victorian vanity and stool, 4pc walnut bedroom suite, curved glass china cabi- net, oak drop leaf table, fancy parlour tables, marble top parlour table, walnut bookcase, pair of side chairs. Collectables: St. Humberstone Newtonbrook jug, John Watt & Co General Merchant Uxbridge crock, blue fl owered crock, Victorian hanging lamp, Gone With the Wind lamp, Port Perry crock, Mission oak table lamp, French marble clock w dog fi gurals, Dominion cash register (mint) wicker carriage, Port Perry calendars, Utica comb and brush holder, ce- ment fi re side lions, 9x12 oriental rug, military ice bucket, military sword, military lamp, war medals, mi- croscope, peanut jars, antique tin steamroller, toy steamboat, wooden golf clubs, 5ft ship's wheel, 1800s fl are gun, gold and sterling pocket watches, railway watches, gingerbread clocks, folk art seagull, marbles, cash register, 1835 Civil bronze birth medal- lion. Glassware: 9" Pink cornfl ower lemonade jug, green cornfl ower plates, signed pair point reversed painted shade lamp, Waterford jug, Poole dishes, cranberry glass, setting of 8 Rosenthal dishes, cut glass decanters, crystal dresser box, pair of etched crystal lamps, 4 stem crystal chandelier, Wavecrest cookie jar, enameled biscuit barrel, Flo blue, Stafford- shire dogs, bisque dolls. Jewelry: 2kt Garnet broach (appraisal $1200), garnet earrings, 14kt ladies dinner ring w 18 diamonds (appraisal $1500), 14kt gold clus- ter ring. Sterling: Approx 125 pcs of sterling including 2 fl atware sets, International sterling fl atware, 1787 ladle, corn forks, 3 Tiffany liqueur glasses, candle- sticks, salts. Artwork: Signed oil paintings (Danton, CC Preves, Franck, Anthony Klitz, W. Eride), 1870s painting main street Winnipeg, sketches, 1800s wa- tercolors, signed whale soapstone, soapstone dog and boy (signed and numbered), signed bone crib- bage board, signed soapstone (Kowjakalook), Nor- whal horn (Frobisher's Bay), Eskimo girl, signed bronze (Barrie Shaw-Rimmington), plus many other exceptional items. Note: Viewing for this exceptional quality sale will be held Friday, January 2nd between 1 and 7pm. Terms are Cash, Visa, M/C and Interac. Owner and Auctioneer not responsible for any loss or injury incurred on day of sale. NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 FURNITURE DISPOSAL & MAJOR LIQUIDATION - ORDERED SOLD BY FACTORY OVER 1000 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED consumer goods * giftware *as seen on tv items * décor accents * appraised estate & modern diamond jewellery *sports memora- bilia* bedr0om suites *new sofa sets * out- standing art collection * furniture* home thea- tre seating * kitchen & dining sets *occasional furniture *coin collection * over 300 jewellery items * diamond solitaires * studs * P U B L I C A U C T I O N Sat. Jan. 03 at 1: P M -Preview at 12: Noon The Ajax Community Center 75 Centennial Rd. Ajax (905) 683-3740 Sofas * Home Theatre Seating * Tables & Chairs * Bedroom Suites * Accent Furniture * Desks *Hand Carved Mahogany furnishings and ac- cents, Designers Choice Select Fine Inclusions, Important Museum Framed Art collection includ- ing "Group of Seven" - Tom Thomson, AJ Cas- son, Franklin Carmichael, Lawren Harris, Alicia Soave, Jack Jillian, Henri Matisse, Picasso, Ro- mance, Bateman, Lester, Monet, Van Gogh, Ro- din, Godsby, Trisha Romance, Rare "Signed" Original Signature - AJ CASSON - Platinum Portfolio LE, Original Oil Paintings * Sports me- morabilia of Crosby & Superstars, and much more. Visit photo gallery @ www.auctioneer.ca Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, debit, Buyers Premium in effect, Delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Additions & Deletions, List may change without notice. Detailed listings on website. www.auctioneer.ca contact us: email-info@auctioneer.ca ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville Friday Jan. 2, 2009, 5:00 p.m. Selling session three of Robert Long Estate: including old clocks and parts, old radios and part, lamps and parts old toys, dolls, glassware, chinaware, dish sets, books, prints, frames, art- work, featherlites, antiques, advertising, nostal- gia, collectibles etc. etc. Happy New Year! Preview after 2:00 p.m. Check website for updates Terms: Cash, App. Cheques, Visa, Interac, M/C 10% buyers premium applies AUCTIONEERS Frank & Steve Stapleton, 905.786.2244, 1.800.23.9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialist since 1971' AUCTION SALE Sunday, Jan 4th, 10:00 am (viewing 8:30) MacGREGOR AUCTIONS, Orono Take 115 Hwy, exit at Main St. Orono & follow signs from Mill Pond Rd. Auction features a quality selection of antiques, col- lectables & household contents including 2 early diningroom set c20's & 40's, bonnet chest, china cabinets, couches & chairs, tables (kitchen, par- lour, occasional etc.) chairs & rockers, lamps, elec- tronics, TV's, quality glass & china, rugs, pictures, misc tools & hardware, plus many more quality & useful articles from past to present. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C & Interac 5% Buyer Premium See: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com Call for all your auction needs MacGREGOR AUCTIONS 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 EXCEPTIONAL NEW YEARS SALE THURS, JAN. 1st AT 11am 12927 Hwy. #2, just west of Colborne Antiques, Collectibles, Modern Home Furnishings, Etc. Partial List Only. Exceptional Victorian Chest Of Drawers 10 Original Porcelain Pulls. Nice Washstand With Harp Back, Victorian Drop Front Desk With Bevelled Mirror Back, "Gibbard" Solid Walnut Dry Sink, Newer Pine Cupboard In Natural Finish, Se- lection Parlour Tables And Lamp Tables All In Excellent Con- dition. Selection Victorian Side Chairs, Balloon Backs Etc, Painted Chimney Type Cupboard, 2 1/4 Cut Oak Hall Stands All Original, Early Drop Leaf Table Needs Refi nishing w/ Turned Legs, Hanging Oil Lamp, Pine Day Sink, Modern Book Shelves, Leather Sofa, Nice Dunken Phufe Table w/o Chairs, Walnut Cedar Chest Plus Much More. Smalls include Selec- tion Good Glass & China, Ornate Mantel Clock, Collection Stir- ling Silver Spoons In Case, Cranberry Prism Lamp, Other Lamps, Pictures, Prints, and Much More. Come Check It Out, Lots To Choose From. Terms Cash, Cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E. Warner, Auctioneer 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, Collectables and Glassware for a Markham home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include: Chesterfi eld and chair, queen bed, china cabinet, signed sports memorabilia (sticks, frames, sweaters), sterling, jewelry, garden tools, weed eater, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items. NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068Auction Sale HAYDON AUCTION BARN New Years Day Jan 1 at 10 am Partial List: Double Cutter/off set shaft, Royal Doul- tons, Tanzanite Ring, Sapphire Necklace, Barber Chair/white granite, 50's Large Tin "Disney House" (Louis Toy Co.),Pine Cupboard, Old Clocks, Oil Lamps, Dep. Glass, Pr. Glass, RS Prussia Bowls, Fern Stand, Antique Furn.Wagon Wheels. View @: www.donstephensonauctioneer.com Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 DEVENNY, Catherine Anne - Peacefully at Winbourne Long Term Care, Ajax on Tues- day, December 23rd, 2008. Catherine Anne Davis, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Albert Donald Devenny. Predeceased by her parents William and Margaret Davis, her sisters Evelyn Belyea and Charlotte Ramona Allison, formerly of Saint John, New Brunswick and her brother James Davis, for- merly of Victoria, British Columbia. Lovingly remembered by her nieces and nephews: Philip Allison (Carol) of Belleville, Peter Allison (Brenda) of Saint John, N. B., Heather Allison of Duncan, B.C., Nancy Lynn Ste- phenson (Tor) of Calgary, Alberta, Craig Davis (Wendy) of Duncan, B.C., Darlynne Devenny of New York City, and Margaret Docherty and her late husband William Doch- erty of Whitby. Fondly missed by her many great nieces and nephews and her great great niece Brianna Daniel. Cremation. Family Graveside Service and interment of cremated remains to be held in the spring in Buckingham, Quebec. Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appre- ciated. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721- 1234). FEVANG, Margaret Anne (Hortop) - With her loving family by her side, husband Ron, sons Jeff and Mark, and her brother Doug. Marg peacefully passed away on December 25, 2008 at the Ross Memorial Hospital in Lind- say. Marg was born in Orangeville, Ontario, on December 20th, 1936. Her mother was Doris Flora Gee and her father was Thomas James Hortop. Her many friends and rela- tives will miss her zest for life and her willing- ness to take on anything. Marg devoted her life to service in her nursing career, to her family and friends, and to her community. Visitation will be held at the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay on Friday, January 2nd, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A tribute to Marg's life will be held at the Lindsay Curl- ing Club, 18 Peel Street, Lindsay on Satur- day January 3rd, 2009 from 3-5 p.m. In lieu of fl owers, donations to the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail or the Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated by the family. Online condolences and donations may be made at www.mackeys.ca JAMES, Ray - Peacefully on December 23rd, 2008 with his family by his side, Ray, loving husband of the late Anita, and beloved companion of Jean. Loving father of Karen and her husband the late Fred James, Jeff and his wife Betty, Kathleen and her husband Fred Collins, and Lesley and his wife Heather. Cherished Paw of Rebecca, Stephanie, Tamara, Amanda, Emily-Sky, Dylan, and William. Great Grand Paw of Nessa. Ray will be fondly remembered by his loving sisters Ada and Gladys, and he will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends. LEECH, Joan Elizabeth - Peacefully on Tues- day, December 23, 2008 at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, with her family by her side, in her 75th year. Beloved wife of Bruce. Loving mother of Ken, Cliff and his wife Margaret, and Steve. Dear Grandma of Tara, Colleen, Carrie, Jessica, Matthew, Alexander, Christo- pher and Nicholas. Dear sister of the late Barbara Cartwright. Friends were received at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905) 721-1234 on Fri- day, December 26th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral Service was held in the Chapel on Saturday, December 27th, at 11:00 a.m. Interment followed at Pine Hills Cemetery, Scarborough. If desired, memori- al donations may be made to Durham Region Cancer Centre. 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But, a chat with Wildcats’ coach Brian McClos- key clarified everything and calmed her fears. “I was definitely nervous. After I met the coach, it was all about effort and you have to earn your ice time. I will be trying my best.” Like Vella, Chappell said once she visited the U. of New Hampshire, she knew immediately that it would serve as her hockey home. “After my official visit, I just felt that it was right. I knew then and there that’s where I wanted to go.” Stathopulos says she’s happy to be joining a UConn women’s hock- ey program that has improved each year in its short existence within the Hockey East Conference. “I really like the campus and the team and how they’ve come along after only starting (women’s hockey) seven years ago. They’re now in the top 10 in the coun- try; they’re doing well,” said Stathopu- los. Skirrow made her decision back in May before signing her letter of intent to attend Clarkson last month. She’s completely at ease with her de- cision for a number of reasons. “I liked the campus, the coaches, the team and the way they play. It’s an up-and-coming program. Everything felt right, so it was an easy decision.” But, it wasn’t like Skirrow didn’t have her share of university suitors, the most persistent being Minneso- ta-Duluth, Mercyhurst, Vermont and Providence. Clarkson, however, was her first choice from the get-go. “When that opportunity came up, I jumped at it,” she said. It didn’t hurt that the New York state institution was relatively close to her Trenton home for Skirrow, in her third season with the Lightning. “It will be easy for my parents to watch me play. It’s close to home, so I don’t have to fly out there.” Meanwhile, LeDonne paid two vis- its to the Rensselaer campus before deciding to make her academic and hockey home there. “I got to meet the girls on the team. I really liked the girls, they were very nice and welcoming and hard work- ing. 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