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Home My WebLink AboutNA2003_12_24TO THE TOP Geraldine Heaney’s path from adversity to golden triumph Sports, B1 POWER PLAY Tw elve cylinders add up to plenty of go in the Audi A8 Wheels, Pullout Briefly... Durham: Durham Regional Police and OPP combined to stop more than 7,000 vehicles and charge 10 people during the fourth weekend of the hol- iday RIDE program. A 53-year-old Toronto woman and nine men aged 23 to 36 - from Oshawa, Whitby, Beaverton, Picker- ing, Uxbridge, Clarington and Aurora - are charged with exceeding .08 mgs of alcohol per 100 mls of blood. One person was also charged with refusing to provide a breath sample, three were charged with possession of a controlled sub- stance and 19 with various Highway Tr affic Act offences. The spotchecks were conducted at various points across the region. Ajax: Ajax, Pickering and other Durham residents did their part ear- lier this year as thousands of Cana- dians walked, rode or jogged for spinal cord injury awareness and re- search. The Rick Hansen Wheels in Mo- tion program was launched in June 2003 to raise awareness and funds to help improve the quality of life of people living with spinal cord injury. Communities across the country participated by walking, riding, jog- ging or coming out in a wheelchair to travel along designated courses. The Ajax event raised $1,400, pushing the national total to more than $600,000. The 2nd annual Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion event will be held Sunday, June 13, 2004. Volunteers are needed to help community event committees. For more information, visit the Web site at www.rickhansen.com. What’s On... Durham:The Ontario Genealogical Society Durham Region Branch 22 will meet early in the new year. The meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Arts Resource Centre, Queen St., Oshawa. The evening’s guest speaker will discuss the Mormon Library - ‘Begin- nings and Continuing History.’ The meeting is open to all mem- bers and interested public. For more information call Bessie at 905-723- 74 60 or Marion at 905-683-2476. Index... Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Entertainment, B6 Classified, B9 Give us a call... General 905-683-5110 Distribution 905-683-5117 General FAX 905-683-7363 Newsroom FAX 905-683-0386 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 47,600 ✦ 60 PAGES ✦ WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo The big night is finally here PICKERING –– The wait is finally over for Alex Taggart and all the children across Ajax and Pickering. Santa arrives at their homes tonight, with presents for those who’ve been nice all year long. Working to close the distance A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Valley Farm Public School’s Ethnocultural Club is one of the many groups across Durham Region that has watched the new video ‘No Distance Between Us.’ It’s intended to dispel stereotypes about Islam and the Muslim community. New video aims to dispel myths about Muslim community By Danielle Milley Staff Writer AJAX – The way people be- have around Mateen Khaja changes when they find out he’s a Muslim. So he’s tak- ing steps to help change that. Mr. Khaja has produced the video ‘No Distance Be- tween Us,’ which is made up of interviews with Muslims talking about their religion and community. He produced the video in the wake of the backlash against the Muslim commu- nity after the terrorist at- tacks of Sept. 11. He wanted to raise awareness and dis- pel stereotypes about Islam and the Muslim community. “There was a general feel- ing of guilty by association,” he said. In January 2003, after se- curing funding from the De- partment of Canadian Her- itage, the Association of Progressive Muslims of On- tario (APMO) gave Mr. Khaja a contract for the project. “We thought that we needed an educational film or video to make our reli- gion and our people better understood,” said Mobeen Khaja, Mateen’s father and the president of APMO. “We knew television and film were very powerful tools to reach people.” APMO partnered with the Durham Regional Police Service to show the video to officers and with the Durham District School Board to make the video available to schools. Mobeen Khaja said York Regional Police have also requested five copies of the video, the RCMP is showing the video and the associa- tion hopes to have it avail- able in local libraries. “It’s important for us to work hard to make our peo- ple and religion better un- derstood by all communities and people,” he said. Lewis Williams was the school board’s race-rela- tions officer when the pro- ject began. ✦See Videographer page A4 Drug cases dropped Charges withdrawn against Pickering resident By Stephen Shaw Staff Writer DURHAM –Federal prose- cutors have dropped charges against two people accused of operating sophis- ticated marijuana grow labs in the region. Crown counsel Sevag Yeghoyan withdrew charges against Lan Thi Tran, of Pickering, telling an Oshawa provincial court judge Fri- day that the prosecution could not satisfy its “eviden- tiary burden” if the case went to trial. Ms. Tran, 32, was arrested Sept. 26, 2002 after police raided a Pickering home on L ightfoot Place and found 772 pot plants with a street value of $333,000. Police con- fiscated $35,000 worth of hy- droponics equipment and also discovered a hydro by- pass was being used to ille- gally siphon electricity. Ms. Tran had faced charges of production of marijuana, possession for the purpose of trafficking and theft of hydro over $5,000. The decision by the Crown to withdraw the charges comes three weeks after Ms. Tran’s lawyer Barry Fox f iled a motion seeking court- ordered disclosure of details surrounding an ongoing 11- month-old OPP investiga- tion into alleged criminal ✦See Chiefs page A2 The shock of a life Defibrillators to be available at more ice rinks By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING –A recent life- prolonging incident at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex has jolted City council into action. “We extended someone’s life by a few weeks and they were able to say goodbye to their family,” Councillor Mark Holland said Dec. 15 as he introduced a motion to install more defibrillators at ice rinks. Council unanimously passed the motion to pur- chase and set up a unit at the Don Beer Arena; as well, staff will work in partner- ship with the Men’s Progress Club to install a second defibrillator at the recreation complex. The club is paying for the unit. “They are the prime places for heart attacks,” Coun. Holland said. “We need to move forward Applause for development freeze Move affects greenbelt area By Chris Hall Staff Writer DURHAM –Durham farm- ers are cautiously optimistic the Province’s announce- ment of a development moratorium across the area known as the Golden Horse- shoe - stretching from Nia- gara Falls to Lake Scugog - will be a giant step toward preserving prime agricultur- al and rural land. Ontario Municipal Affairs Minister John Gerretsen in- troduced the Greenbelt Pro- tection Act in the Legisla- ture Tuesday. 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Karen Yellowlees, an official with the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture (DRFA), says her asso- ciation will take some time in the next little while to review the docu- ment. “We’re still digesting it,” she says. “We’re going to take a look and see exactly what it means and what we can do over that year.” The Greenbelt Protection Act, she continues, “dovetails time-wise with the Greater Toronto Area Agricultural Action Plan (GTAAAP), of which one compo- nent is land use.” The GTAAAP was created from a November 1999 meeting of the four Greater Toronto Area (GTA) feder- ations of agriculture, who at that time created and released a study on the economic impact of agricul- ture in the GTA. In June 2001, the GTA ag federa- tions wrote letters to the respective chairs of each Region regarding the importance of agriculture and “how we can keep a vibrant agriculture industry in the GTA,” says Mrs. Yellowlees, whose family owns a farm in the Blackstock area. Four major issues the federations would like to address include land use, economic development, ac- countability and responsibility and education and marketing. Also of concern to Mrs. Yel- lowlees and the DRFA is the gov- ernment’s exact definition of what a greenbelt is. “It’s always a concern when you hear someone say greenbelt. What do they mean,” she asks. “Do they mean greenbelt for esthetics? So they can have nice, pastoral scenes? “There’s a difference between a greenbelt and a working greenbelt where there are farm practices with crops and livestock. “They have to make it clear. We want to know what sort of impact it’ll have on the agricultural econo- my.” Concerns have also been raised over what sort of constraints or re- strictions the act will have on work- ing farms - in particular those look- ing to construct new buildings or rezone their land for new agricul- ture-related purposes. “That’s something we’re going to have to look at. I’m sure some indi- vidual flags have gone up by some people who want to know how this is going to affect us,” says Mrs. Yel- lowlees. Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce opted to reserve comment on the matter until after she had met with To wnship planner Jim Dyment. She expected to meet with him yes- terday. Durham Region officials have al- ready noted the freeze does not apply to rural or agricultural lands already designated for housing within urban boundaries. Calls placed to the Durham Re- g ion Home Builders’ Association for comment were not returned by press time. misconduct by the Durham Re- g ional Police drug unit. The defence application, and Ms. Tran’s trial, had been adjourned until the OPP probe ended, but won’t be heard now that the charges are dropped. Meanwhile, charges against Hoang Nha Ly, 45 (who is also a client of Mr. Fox), involving anoth- er marijuana grow operation bust- ed in Durham were withdrawn by the Crown in Superior Court on Dec. 11, just prior to trial. In both cases, no specific reasons were given by the Crown in court for withdrawing the charges. Ironically, also last week the On- tario Association of Chiefs of Police released a report titled ‘Green Tide’, which cites concern about the dramatic rise in the number of illegal marijuana operations in the province. Roughly 4,000 residential “grow- ops” have been shut down by police in the last few years, says the 57- page report. Durham Chief Kevin McAlpine, co-chairman of the OACP’s Orga- nized Crime Committee, expressed concern about the societal impact of the pot industry, saying as many as 10,000 children and their families have been used as “crop sitters,” living in the homes and tending to the pot plants. “Children are directly exposed to some hazards... such as chemicals, mould, electrocution, and fire... Crop-sitters may bring their fami- lies to live in these residential dwellings in order to avoid suspi- cion from inquisitive neighbours,” says the report. 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Farmers still ‘digesting’ order ✦ Farmers from page A1 Chiefs raise concerns ✦ Chiefs from page A1 Scam buster knows time is money for Internet frauds By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer D URHAM – Ta ke heed Internet scammers and con artists, or you may soon find the Ebola Monkey Man on your back. Originating predominantly from West Africa, advanced fee fraud e- mails, commonly known as ‘419’ let- ters, promise rich rewards for help- ing a wealthy foreigner transfer millions of dollars out of his home- land and into your account. The hitch: they want an ad- vanced fee as a show of good faith or personal banking information to complete the ‘urgent’ transaction. In swings the Monkey Man, who, with a prank reply to a 419-scam artist years ago, turned battling the scammers into a personal crusade. His chief weapon is a Web site that exposes these criminals, who will do and say anything to steal peo- ple’s hard-earned money. “What this led to was about two months worth of e-mails and a seri- ous addiction to scam baiting,” said the Monkey Man, who would identify himself only as ‘Mike.’ “Before I knew it, I was opening all kinds of fake e-mail accounts and responding to every ‘419’ scam email I could. Like other scam baiters, I wanted to get their hopes up and waste their time. After all, time is money when you are scam- ming.” Durham Regional Police warn that any scheme that sounds too good to be true usually is, including making easy money with small in- vestments. Detective Sergeant Jamie Grant, who heads the po- lice’s fraud unit, advises people to be wary of any Internet offers in- volving advance fees, promises of huge returns or deals where you must give confidential bank or credit card information. “Fraud in Durham Region is up 30 per cent in the past year, and with things like the Internet be- coming involved...they’re becoming more complex to investigate,” said Sgt. Grant. “It’s not as simple as it was 15 years ago. If you’re dealing with someone over the Internet, you don’t know what their motives are.” Mike’s motive, however, involves deceiving the tricksters by string- ing them along for months at a time with the most absurd dia- logue, fake names and celebrity pic- tures, all the while making them believe he is sincere in his rapport. Once he gets the ‘419’ con artist to send a picture of himself holding a sign with one of Mike’s suggested fake names, which is usually an ob- scure sexual reference, he exposes the sting to the irritated scammer. “I’ve gotten probably over a hun- dred e-mails from people saying, ‘I never knew about this scam until I read your site,’” Mike said. “Edu- cating people about the scam was not the original intent, but I’m happy that it has turned into that. “Never believe anything these id- iots say; never feel sorry for them,” he warned. “They have caused a lot of suffer- ing for many people.” Today, overpayment fraud is the new twist on the ‘419’ scam Durham retailers and citizens must guard against. OPP Staff Sgt. Barry El- liott, co-ordinator of Phonebusters, a national call centre investigating Internet and telemarketing fraud, said scammers are now using coun- terfeit cheques to dupe the public out of their money. “They’re using the public to cash these cheques under all these illu- sions, and they’re using the good relationship that you, as a cus- tomer, have with your bank to their advantage,” said Sgt. Elliott, ex- plaining that overpayment fraud involves con artists using certified cheques in excess of what is owed to the consumer, with the request to immediately wire back the bal- ance of the funds once it’s deposit- ed. However, after the cheque is ex- posed as counterfeit, which can take several weeks, the consumer’s account is ultimately charged. “This is the newest scam I’ve just heard about,” said Sgt. Grant, not- ing there was a recent overpayment scheme in Durham regarding a car sale in which the victim lost $10,000. “My suggestion to the public is before you release any property, en- sure that you have legitimate pay- ment,” he said. If you feel you’ve been a target of fraud, inform Durham Regional Po- lice at 905-579-1520 or call PhoneB- usters at 1-888-495-8501. The Ebola Monkey Man said he is also available to expose ‘419’ scam- mers. Ebola Monkey Man fights back against Internet scams and fraud www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 PAGE A3 A/P pickeringtowncentre.com Santa Claus from the North Pole Friday, December 26th - Boxing Day 8:00am-9:00pm Saturday, December 27th 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday, December 28th 11:00am-6:00pm Monday, December 29th 10:00am-9:00pm Tuesday, December 30th 10:00am-9:00pm Wednesday, December 31st - New Year’s Eve 10:00am-5:00pm Thursday, January 1st, 2004 - New Year’s Day Mall Closed Pick up where Santa left off! 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Councillor Rick Johnson supported the plan, noting it could help prolong or save a life, especially in situations where it takes the paramedics more than a few minutes to respond. “I don’t know whether I am in a conflict, because as my doctor says, I’m a prime candidate for needing one of these,” Coun. Johnson joked. Councillor Bill McLean compared the importance of the medical device to that of a smoke detector. “It’s something I firmly believe should be in any facility where you have a large influx of people,” he said. “It’s something that every responsible organization should look at whether it is a private or public organization.” Coun. Holland said the cost of each de- f ibrillator is $5,500. Defibrillators something ‘responsible’ organizations should all look at ✦ Defibrillators from page A1 He was interviewed for the project and offered feedback as it was being complet- ed. Now vice-principal of Valley Farm Pub- lic School in Pickering, Mr. Williams has shown the video to the school’s Students Together Against Racism (STAR) club. “The perception of Muslims after that terrorist attack was damaged,” he said. “What this allows us to do, because some time has passed, is analyze the issue more objectively.” Mr. Lewis said the video is a good edu- cation tool because rather than telling students what to think, the video edu- cates them so they can form their own opinions. “What I hope is going to happen is that it will be available to all schools at the right time and the right place to generate discussion about point of view,” he said. “I see it as one of many tools we can use.” This is what Mateen Khaja wanted to achieve. “One thing I was aiming for was not to say ‘this is Islam’. I wanted to inspire peo- ple to learn about Islam and other peo- ple,” he said. “It’s not an educational video about Islam... It’s about education and toler- ance.” Twenty-five people were interviewed for the video, including a rabbi, a minister and a young girl who tells how her own opinions changed after an encounter with a Muslim woman on a plane. The video is divided into different sections, including dealing with the backlash and the mean- ing of jihad. Deputy Police Chief Chuck Mercier was also interviewed. He said a copy has been distributed to all units and many officers have watched it. “They felt it was helpful in a way that would assist them in dealing with the Muslim community in an emergency re- sponse situation,” he said. Deputy Chief Mercier said the plan is to show the video as part of training. “Everybody needs to understand your neighbours,” he said. “It’s very important that people do un- derstand other communities. 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A little five-year-old angel in a blue body cast. I'd been feeling a little blue myself lately. The accumulation of a number of insignificant but irritating life and career issues were getting me down. I'd even taken a few tentative steps along Navel-gazing Avenue, which, as you may recall, dead ends at Feeling Sorry for Your- self Boulevard. They are two mucky and potholed roads, which, of course, lead to nowhere fast. Fo rtunately both routes can be avoided by taking a short cut through Perspective Lane‚ which, if you're lucky enough to find it, always leads to happi- ness and contentment. I lucked out this time. I was heading in the opposite direction from Perspective Lane‚ when a little blue angel tapped me on the shoulder and turned me around. Dawson Fraser is my angel. He is also a little boy with an awful lot on his plate. Dawson has been bravely battling neu- roblastoma cancer for some time. He's had a bone-marrow transplant - no picnic for any- one - and a barrage of antibi- otics and chemotherapy treat- ments, which, while they have aided his recovery from the cancer, have left his small bones weakened and brittle. And then, as if that weren't enough, just a few days prior to setting off on a dream trip to Disneyland provided by the Children's Wish Foundation, my little angel tripped and broke his leg in three places. Goodbye Mickey Mouse, hello body cast. Wrapped in itchy, rigid plas- ter and blue bandages from his ankle to just under his armpits, Dawson will spend the next six weeks, including Christmas, lying down or being carried from resting place to resting place by his loving, exhausted parents. He will open his pre- sents lying down. He will eat his Christmas turkey lying down. But he is taking none of it lying down. Miraculously, he still remains a pretty happy lit- tle boy. Job would tip his bat- tered hat to this kid. I read about Dawson's story, saw his picture in the paper, and in less time than it takes to say "Zuzu's petals‚" I was shak- en out of my wandering emo- tional malaise and was set squarely back on track. My pal- try worries and tribulations were quickly slammed into per- spective and I was again made vividly aware of the remarkable bounty in my own world. Life, thanks to my little angel, is once more a series of blessings, riches heaped upon riches and love surrounds me at every turn. I am stupidly happy. Many of us, myself included, spend countless hours and un- told energy trying to find some kind of purpose or meaning to our time here on earth, trying to figure out God's great riddle of existence. Christmas time, if we are wise enough or lucky enough to see the angels walk- ing and, yes, lying down amongst us, can be a time when those answers fall neatly and perfectly into place. What's it all about? With every warm hand- shake, hug, kiss, tender word or smile from a brave little boy in a body cast, God answers us, loudly and clearly. Love. I'd plainly forgotten that until Dawson Fraser gave me his wonderful gift. Thank you Dawson. Merry Christmas, lit- tle angel. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and content. Opinions expressed in let- ters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We re- gret that due to volume of letters, not all are printed. Editorial Editorials &Opinions WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Letters to the Editor Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share from your community we'd like to see it. The Pickering News Advertiser invites submissions from readers with up to 80 words describing the circum- stances under which the picture was taken. So dig through your old photos or go out and capture a new one. Mail your pictures: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave, Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. or e-mail photos in jpeg format to: dstell@durhamregion.com. If you want the photo re- turned, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Body cast changes perspective Give residents a say in future of hospital To the editor: I am sure there are many res- idents, who like myself, are ap- palled at the conflicting reports we are receiving from and about Rouge Valley Ajax and Picker- ing hospital. It is my opinion that the present administration knows little or nothing about how the Ajacians have con- tributed to its existence and maintenance over the years so I would like to mention some of our achievements. We moved the wooden hut from Kings Crescent to the pre- sent site. We extended the hospi- tal. We staffed the hospital -- not an easy task since we had little in the way of accommodation, nor leisure amusements to offer. We extended the hospital again. We had bake sales, bazaars and dances, etc. And then there's our tireless auxil- iary, the gift shop, the coffee shop and the 4477 Shop. The linen menders, the labo- ratory helpers and many others, their time cannot be calculated. And so many donations from so many. The hospital is ours and we are entitled to a frank and open discussion to allow us some input. Frances Curwood, Ajax Neil Crone e n t e r l a u g h i n g Volunteers help make life better for us all We w ould be lost without people who give their time so freely T he spirit of Christmas is alive and well and thriving in Durham Region. Thanks to the work of thousands of volunteers who give of their time throughout the year, the world is truly a better place for us all. You don't always hear about this group of selfless, hard workers among us, but they're there just the same, aiming to help out anybody in need. We 're referring to the many people who put on food, clothing and toy drives throughout the year. These are numerous, but each one fills a void in our community. When those who run these drives made the plea, you answered their call this past year. Thanks to these dedicated people, the world is a slightly kinder, gentler place for those most in need. Thanks also go out to the many good-natured peo- ple who make it their business to help out in hospitals by working in the auxiliary to raise funds, or to those who visit seniors' centres to lend a hand. We can't forget all who deliver meals on wheels every week, making sure seniors don't go without nutritious food. Kudos to the many who volunteer at blood-donor clinics to guarantee transfusions are available for those who could not live without the 'gift of life.' And there are also those drivers who take people to doc- tor's appointments or for radiation therapy or who lend their vehicles and chauffeur services to the Chil- dren's Aid Society to help keep a family in touch. Some volunteers act as coaches or leaders for young people in our community. Ask any adult who played a major role or was a big influence in their youth and they'll point to that soccer coach or that Scout leader they've never forgotten. Years later you'll often find the coach or youth leader of today was someone who benefited from the guid- ance they received as children. The circle remains un- broken. There are volunteer firefighters, volunteer auxiliary police officers, volunteer military service people... the list goes on and on and on. That doesn't even include all those who take part in charity events such as the Terry Fox Run and the MS Walk, or those who help organize such events as the Santa Claus Parade. When you think of it, we would lose so much of what we take for granted if it weren't for our volunteers. To those of you who show so much heart all year long, we wish you a special holiday season. You deserve it! This week’s question: Did you donate to a food or toy drive this holi- day season? ❏Yes ❏ No Click and say Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last week’s question: With the Christmas season critical to retailers, do you consider this and shop locally or go out of town? ❏Try to shop locally 35.9 per cent ❏ Shop in Durham 31.5 per cent ❏ Go where the deals are 32.6 per cent Vo tes cast: 90 To the editor: Re: 'In praise of teachers,' let- ter, Dec. 5. I am on the Bayview Bears Junior Girls volleyball team. Like Claremont, we started to practice at the end of Septem- ber, three days a week at lunch and had games after school, usually twice a week. Our coach, Melissa Bradford, gave up her lunch hour and after-school time with her son Zachary, to coach us. Not only does she coach volleyball, she also conducts the junior travel choir and the junior recorder band. On Dec. 3, our team, played in our area playoffs. We started at 11:30 a.m. and didn't finish until after 8 p.m. We went to the crossovers and finished in third place. We were all very tired, but it was a great day. Ms. Bradford does an excel- lent job coaching our team. Kathryn Stephenson, Grade 4, Bayview Heights P. S. Student Kathryn Stephenson, left, appreciates coach Melissa Bradford’s hard work at Bayview Heights Public School. Coach goes above and beyond for her students 905.420.2222 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com Recreation Complex Free Family Skate 1 to 3 pm Dec. 29th and 30th provided by Tim Horton’s 905.683.6582 Plan to Attend Free Family New Year’s Wed. Dec. 31st @ 7 pm Recreation Complex Skate, Swim, Music & Prizes 905.683.6582 Register Now for January Programs call 905.420.4621 for information Use barcodes in your Winter Brochure or from the website and call Tele-reg at 905.420.4749 new 1.866.683.2760 TOLL FREE LINE Announcing our... 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Holiday Operating Hours CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) December 24 8:30am - 12noon December 25 & 26 CLOSED December 31 8:30am - 12noon January 1 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX December 24 6:00am - 5:00pm December 25 & 26 CLOSED December 31 6:00am - 5:00pm 7:00pm - 10:00pm New Years Eve Activities January 1 CLOSED CHILD SUPERVISION December 22 - January 4 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX POOL December 22, 23, 29, 30 & January 2 6:00am - 7:30am Lane Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult/Parents/Tots 1:00pm - 4:00pm Open Swim 4:00pm - 7:00pm Lane Swim 7:00pm - 9:00pm Open Swim 9:00pm - 10:00pm Adult Swim December 24 & 31 6:00am - 7:30am Lane Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult/Parents/Tots 1:00pm - 4:00pm Open Swim December 25 & 26 CLOSED December 31 7:00pm - 9:00pm New Years Eve Swim January 1 CLOSED DUNBARTON POOL December 22 - January 4 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE December 22, 23, 29, 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate December 24, 25 & 26 CLOSED December 31 7:00pm - 9:00pm New Years Eve Family Count Down Skate January 1 CLOSED DON BEER ARENA December 24 8:00am - 1:00pm December 25 & 26 CLOSED December 31 & January 1 CLOSED PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE December 20, 2003 - January 4, 2004 CLOSED GARBAGE & RECYCLING & YARD WASTE Regular Collection Day Revised Collection December 25 December 27 Garbage collection ONLY December 26 December 29 Garbage collection ONLY January 1 January 3 Garbage and Recycling EMERGENCY SERVICES City of Pickering Emergency Telephone Number is 905.683.4319 PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARIES CENTRAL BRANCH & PETTICOAT CREEK December 24 9:30am - 1:00pm December 25 & 26 CLOSED December 28 CLOSED December 31 9:30am - 1:00pm January 1 CLOSED CLAREMONT, GREENWOOD, WHITEVALE Contact branch for Holiday Hours AJAX PICKERING TRANSIT AUTHORITY December 24 Regular Morning Rush Hour Service and an Early pm Rush Hour Service beginning at noon and concluding with the 6pm GO train cycle. NO DIAL- A-BUS Service on Christmas Eve December 25 CLOSED - No Transit Service Scheduled December 26 Dial-A-Bus Service from 6am to 10pm NO CONVENTIONAL ROUTE SERVICE December 31 Early pm Rush Hour Service beginning at noon and concluding with the 6 pm GO train cycle. The Ajax Pickering Transit is pleased to offer Free Dial-A-Bus Service on New Year’s Eve from 6:30 pm - 1:30 am meeting all GO Trains from Toronto. For further information, please contact Customer Service at: 905.683.4111 January 1 CLOSED -No Transit Service scheduled @ your library™ Ringing in the New Year Children from 5-8 years old, are invited to stories, play the New Year game and make their own noisemaker as well as find out how the New Year is celebrated in other countries. Join in the celebration at the Petticoat Creek Branch on Monday, December 29th at 10:30 a.m. Have a Fire Safe Holiday Season Follow these holiday safety tips to ensure your family enjoys a happy _ and safe _ holiday season. • Buy a freshly cut tree and keep the stand full of water at all times. • Keep your tree away from heat sources and make sure it doesnÅft block a doorway. • NEVER place candles on or near a Christmas tree or wreath. • Check all decorative lights and discard any frayed or damaged lights and cords. • Check your smoke alarms and Carbon Monoxide detectors to make sure they work. • Review your home escape plan and make sure everyone knows two ways out. A message from the Fire Marshal's Public Fire Safety Council and the Pickering Fire Services. For more information contact the Pickering Fire Services at Phone: 905.420.4628 or Email: fire@city.pickering.on.ca or visit our website at cityofpickering.com Pickering Recreation Complex • Convenient mont h l y p a y m e n t p l a n s • Fully equipped we i g h t & cardio rooms • Squash • Racquet b a l l • T e n n i s • S w i m m i n g • Whirlpool • Sauna ª Child Supervision Annual Mem b e r s h i p starting as l o w a s $24 per mon t h Looking for the perfect gift for that special person? Make your life simpler, give the gift they’ll never return... 905.683.6582 GIFT CERTIFICATES from the Pickering Recreation Complex ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website. DATE MEETING TIME January 12 Planning and Committee of the Whole 7:30 pm January 15 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm January 19 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm January 26 Finance and Operation Committee 1:30 pm Teen Bands Wanted Ages 13-19 Are you tired of jamming in your parents basement? Ready for a LIVE audience? Join the 2004 line-up of the Teen Coffee House Band Night being held on Saturday February 7th from 7pm -10pm at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre We are looking for 3 bands to play for about one hour each. We are asking that all interested bands please provide us with a sample of their music. If interested please call 905.420.4660 ext.6101 for more information. The support of the Government of Ontario, through the Sport and Recreation Branch of the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation is acknowledged All classes in East Salon 2003 Holiday Fitness Schedule Dec. 2003 - Jan. 2, 2004 Mon. 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But that was not the case 62 years ago for one group of local men. It was Sunday, Dec. 7, 1941, when air and naval forces of Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. As historically signifi- cant as the assault was - it brought the United States into the Second World War - it signalled the start of a nightmare for nine young Oshawa men. Six hours after the Pearl Harbor as- sault, the Japanese attacked Hong Kong. Members of the Royal Rifles of Canada were assigned to defend Hong Kong. Having arrived on the island only three weeks before, the Canadians had not yet been to war. But the ex- perienced and well-trained Japanese soldiers, equipped with superior weapons, were hardened by battle. “It was terrible,” says Geoffrey Marston, 87, who is the only member of the Oshawa nine still alive today. “It was gruesome. We hardly had any ammunition. Most of us had never fired a gun, and the ammunition boat caring our ammo turned and went back.” For 18 days of non-stop warfare, the men, along with other Common- wealth soldiers, gave everything they had. Outnumbered by at least 50,000 Japanese, their Christmas Day cap- ture was inevitable once the British colony’s governor surrendered on Christmas Day. Of the 1,975 Canadi- ans stationed in Hong Kong, 290 were killed and 493 wounded. “We were captured in the hills,” re- calls Mr. Marston. “About 129 of us, of our boys, were killed right away. About 300 were wounded. I was one of the fortunate who survived.” Mr. Marston and the other Os- hawans would no doubt come to won- der how lucky they were. The soldiers were not treated according to the rules of the Geneva Convention. Theirs would be a living hell lasting 44 months. “We were marched down the hill,” he says “They (the Japanese captors) used their sticks on us and knocked us down. They used their hands and rifle butts.” After six months in a prison camp, he was taken to the mainland and an- other camp. “To take us to Japan, they put us in a bottom of a boat,” he remembers. “It was terrible down there. They threw food at us - only rice.” So sick were the PoWs, the Japan- ese had to stop en route to give the ailing men injections because of the many diseases they had developed. Although he was only a baby at the time, Glen Lee and his family will never forget the events leading up to Christmas Day 1941, and the valiant fight for survival by his father and his Canadian colleagues. Miraculously, Mr. Lee’s late father, William James Lee, and the other eight young men from Oshawa, in- cluding Mr. Marston, survived the war. “My father weighed 180 pounds when he went overseas,” says Mr. Lee. “When he returned, he weighed 87. Like so many others he served with, William Lee was wounded. “He had shrapnel in his back and in his spine,” says his son. “And he had every tropi- cal disease you could think of.” Mr. Lee says all nine Oshawa sol- diers survived the PoW camps, but the effects were long lasting. “Some were sent to Japan to work in the mines. My father not only suf- fered what is known as ‘survivors’ guilt’ after seeing so many young Canadians die but, like most of the starved PoWs (who received rations of one-quarter cup of rice a day), he suffered from avitaminosis, the result of long-term malnutrition. “He had all of that, and ended up with a 100 per cent (veterans disabili- ty) pension,” adds his son. “He lived into his 80s and died about 15 years ago.” But, he notes, the veterans had to fight for years before the government would recognize their health con- cerns. This Christmas, Mr. Lee and his three sons will join other Canadi- ans in enjoying the holidays, but he says they will also say a special “thank you.” “I would like to thank all the veter- ans from Durham Region for giving us the right to get up and to go to work in the morning and for allowing us to celebrate the holidays with our families,” he says. For Mr. Marston, painful memories surface during the holiday season. So, on Christmas Day 2003, Mr. Marston, the sole survivor of Os- hawa’s long-ago band of brothers will remember Edward Bolton, Henry Galbraith, Jack Glenn, Ronald Inche, Bill Lee, Cameron Lott, Frederick Mason and Matthew Murray. “They were good friends of mine,” he says. Visit www.hkvca.ca for more infor- mation about the Hong Kong Veter- ans Commemorative Association. David Murray, whose father was one of the Oshawa nine, is a regional di- rector of the Hong Kong veterans’ as- sociation and would like to hear from anyone interested in this part of Canadian history. 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Often the load on these appliances causes a fire due to the high use and extra grease build-up; • Keep kitchen clutter away from the stove and oven; • Be careful with matches and can- dles; • Avoid loose, flammable clothing, as it tends to catch on fire around candles, matches, fireplaces and stoves (both electric and gas); • Keep decorations away from heat sources, such as open flames, elec- tric heaters and exposed light bulbs; • Don’t overload electrical outlets. Also, inspect electrical cords and lights sets before using them. If in doubt, throw it out. As for the Christmas tree, put it in a sturdy base filled with water and check the water level each day. Other tips for the tree include: • Spraying the tree with a flame re- tardant is a good idea; • Make a fresh cut on the tree trunk before placing it in the hold- er; • Place the tree away from heat sources, such as fireplaces and heaters; • Don’t use candles on or near the tree; • Dispose of the tree before it be- comes dangerously dry. However, don’t burn tree parts in the fire- place. Only Underwriters Laboratories Canada approved Christmas lights should be used. When it comes to Christmas lights, also remember: • Check all indoor and outdoor lights for frayed cords, replacing them if necessary; • Never use lights with an empty socket; • Lights shouldn’t touch com- bustible materials; • Only use outdoor lights outside; • Turn off all Christmas lights be- fore leaving home or going to bed; • Mini-lights are best as they gen- erate less heat; • Avoid using extension cords, but follow instructions carefully if you do; • Don’t overload electrical circuits, such as wall outlets and extension cords. Instead, use a circuit strip. What’s a Christmas tree without a pile of presents under it? Make sure combustible material is kept away from heat sources and don’t burn wrapping in the fireplace. One final tip from Chief Wilson - every home should have an operat- ing fire extinguisher and smoke alarms. For more information, call the Ajax Fire Prevention and Public Safety Division at 905-683-7791. In Pickering, the fire prevention office can be reached at 905-420- 4628. RANDY WILSON ‘Holiday safety should be part of your planning.’ www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 PAGE B1 A/P www.oshawacentre.com boxing week savings Yo u ve spoiled everyone on your list. Now it s your turn! To help you out we ve extended our Boxing Day hours. Not only will you get un- heard of savings from our over 200 stores and services but you have more time to shop. Unbelievable deals and amazing hours... O,yeah! Special Hours: December 26,8 am to 9pm SEARS THE BAY ZELLERS FAMOUS PLAYERS STAPLES CHAPTERS SPORT CHEK OLD NAVY December 27 to 30,Regular Hours Resume New Year s Eve,9:30am to 5:00pm • New Year s Day,Centre Closed North of Hwy 401,intersection of Stevenson Road and Hwy 2 • 905.728.6231 or 905.686.6408 SPECIALSALE Carriers of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. 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Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between Dec. 31/03 - Jan. 4/04 Sports &Recreation WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Hockey Junior squads break for Christmas... See page B3 Heaney tells students they can overcome anything By Al Rivett Sports Editor AJAX —Adversity is part of life, but it's how you cope with it that counts. That was the message two-time Olympian, 10-time world champion and former national women's hock- ey team member Geraldine Heaney delivered to Ajax High School stu- dents at an assembly Tuesday morning. "All of us go through adversity and experience failure throughout our lives. But, it's how you deal with it that will determine whether you'll be successful or not," says the 36- year-old, who was born in Belfast, Ireland, grew up in North York and is currently living in Hamilton. Heaney's visit came complete with a multimedia presentation, followed by an autograph session. All admission charges as well as $1 fee for autographs went to the school's toy drive that netted more than $10,000 for needy area children at Christmas time. The veteran defenceman - ar- g uably the most decorated female hockey player in Canada -- over- came plenty of adversity on and off the rink leading up to her most prized moment in her 20-plus years on the rink -- winning the gold medal for Canada at the 2002 Win- ter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. On a personal level, Heaney's uncle died while she was in the Olympic training camp. And, just prior to the Games, her mother suf- fered a stroke and was in intensive care. If that wasn't enough of a person- al burden, she also suffered a torn medial collateral ligament, which cast doubt on whether she would accompany the team to Salt Lake City. A last-minute decision by the coaching staff kept her on the squad and, luckily, with the help of a brace, her knee held up through the rigours of competition. Personal difficulties aside, Heaney noted the women's team headed into the Olympics with big expectations, but even bigger ques- tion marks. She says the media chided the Canadian team at every opportunity for its eight-game los- ing streak to the Americans in the lead-up to the Olympics. But, Heaney says the losses never led to self-doubt among the players, but rather they emerged stronger. "We learned more about ourselves from losing those eight games than in my entire career," says Heaney. "We learned how to deal with fail- ure. "In Salt Lake City, only the play- ers thought we could win this thing. The media kept reminding us of everything that has been going against (us)." In order to maintain the team's solidarity at the Olympics, Heaney says players adopted a WAR men- tality: 'we are responsible.' "It's easy to blame someone else for your failure. We had to take re- sponsibility on our own," she says. Although her Olympic experience was punctuated by personal hard- ship, winning gold was an incredi- ble experience. "This was our goal -- to win," says Heaney. "It didn't matter about the referees. It was the culmination of all that we had worked so hard for. We did it and we proved to everyone that we could do it." Heaney delighted in telling the story about Team Canada men's coach Pat Quinn, rallying his troops prior to their gold-medal game against the U.S. "(Quinn) said, 'I want you to play like the women'," says Heaney. Following Salt Lake City, Heaney stepped down from the national team after 13 years, but still contin- ues to captain the Toronto Aeros of the National Women's Hockey League. She's played for 22 years in the Aeros' organization. "We'll see how long the Aeros will keep me around," she laughs. She says she enjoys speaking to people, regardless of the size of the group, and was especially happy to be at Ajax High to help with the school's Christmas fund-raising ef- forts. Married, Heaney is currently making plans to run an elite devel- opment school for female hockey players. From adversity to triumph Al Rivett/News Advertiser photo Geraldine Heaney chats with some students while signing autographs at Ajax High School recently. She spoke to students about her Olympic experiences, especially as a member of Canada’s gold-medal-winning women’s hockey team at the Salt Lake City Olympics last year. • Heaney is the only player to have played in all seven world women’s hockey championships; • She won a gold medal at the 1992 world roller hock- ey championships and a sil- ver medal in 1994; • Was recognized as a Dis- tinguished Alumni award winner at Toronto’s Seneca College; • Is a native of Belfast, Northern Ireland, receiving her Canadian citizenship just days before the start of the first women’s world championship in 1990; • She once dropped the puck before a Belfast Gi- ants hockey game after her gold-medal win at Salt Lake City; • She dedicated her gold medal to her uncle Sea- mus, who died just prior to the 2002 Winter Olympic Games. Did you know... 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Pickering 420-9000 WE AREHERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Nikkita Holder, a Pickering resident and member of the Oshawa Legion Track and Field Club, ran off with four gold medals in as many events at the International Youth Meet of Champions at Yo rk University recently. In her specialty, the hurdles, Holder won the juvenile 60- metre race in a meet record time of 8.80 seconds, then walked back to the starting line and won the junior 60m hurdles in 8.79. She also won the juvenile 60m and 200m runs. E-mail sports editor Al Rivett with all your sports news at arivett@ durhamregion.com Pickering dumps Vaughan to end seven-game skid PICKERING — The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers broke off a seven- game losing streak with a victory on home ice Friday night. The Panthers (9-20-7-0 for 25 points, seventh in the South Confer- ence) defeated the Vaughan Vipers 5-2 in OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior 'A' Hockey League play at the Pickering Recreation Complex. The win avenged a loss to the same Vaughan team earlier in the week. The weekend didn't go without a setback, however, as the Panthers dropped a 4-1 decision on the road to the Couchiching Terriers Sunday afternoon. The Panthers played their final reg ular-season game prior to the Christmas break against the Le- gionaires in Oshawa Tuesday night after press deadline. The Panthers welcomed back Richard Schofield to the lineup Fri- day night after missing several games due to injury. Schofield pro- vided the club with a lift, scoring two goals. Phil McIlhone provided the Panthers with a three-point game, including two assists. Call-up Chris Chappell and Andrew Dissanayake scored the other goals. Other assists went to Derek Lyn- den and Jeremy Whelan each with two, Chappell, Paul Rivest, and Ryan Annesley, all with one. Jonathan Keating backstopped the win, making 30 saves. Craig Johnston scored his sixth goal of the season to account for the lone goal against the Terriers. Rook- ie defenceman Danny Sullivan earned an assist. The Panthers compete in the 10th annual Newmarket Junior 'A' Show- case Tournament over the Christ- mas holidays. The Panthers start Dec. 27 against the Buffalo Lightning of the OPJAHL’s West Conference. Prelim- inary play continues Dec. 28 when the Panthers face the Oakville Blades, also of the West Conference, at noon and finishes with a tilt against the defending tournament champion Texas Tornado at 8:30 p.m. UPCOMING GAMES:Friday, Jan. 2 - 7:3 0p.m., St. Michael's Buzzers at Pickering Panthers; Wednesday Jan. 7 - 7:30 p.m. Markham Waxers at Pickering Panthers; Friday, Jan. 9 - 7:30 p.m. Thornhill Islanders at Pick- ering Panthers; Sunday, Jan. 11 - 2 p.m.; Pickering Panthers at St. Michael's Buzzers; Friday, Jan. 16, - 7:30 p.m. Panthers finally taste victory Pickering petites have silver to show for tourney effort PICKERING --The Pickering petite 'A' ringette team came up short against a familiar rival, earning the silver medal at the 26th annual Pickering Ringette Association Tournament last weekend. Playing Whitby in the champi- onship game, the Pickering petites got off to a slow start, trailing 4-0 at the end of the first period. In the second frame, it was all Pickering. But, despite a valiant effort, Picker- ing fell 6-3 to their archrivals. The Pickering petites began tour- nament play against Whitby. Whit- by jumped out to a 2-0 lead early in the first period. The Pickering girls kept the pressure on, rebounding for a 10-7 victory. In Game 2, Pickering faced a fast West Ottawa team. In a wide-open, offensive display, the local petites prevailed 10-7. The Pickering petites almost blew a big lead in Game 3 against Gloucester/Cumberland. After opening up a 6-2 lead after one peri- od, the Pickering squad allowed their opponents back into the game, falling behind 8-7 with 2:38 re- maining in the game. Undaunted, Pickering rebounded to score three unanswered markers to post a 10-8 victory. Guaranteed a spot in the champi- onship game, Pickering still played hard in denying Burlington a berth in the final after an impressive 6-3 victory. Team members are Leah Abel, L aura Brighton, Kim Carlton, Stacey Forbes, Kelsey Fran, Cassidy Holt, Leigha Johnston, Shelaney Lloyd, Alana Raymond, Maddy Southwell, Michelle Stinson, Sarah Thomson and Patricia Tillaart. TOURNAMENT NOTES:The Picker- ing Ringette Association celebrated receiving $14,000 over 18 months to increase sustainability and to pro- vide greater opportunities for girls in the Pickering area to participate in ringette through enhanced com- munity outreach and skills develop- ment initiatives. Dignitaries gath- ered for the presentation of a plaque celebrating the grant, fol- lowed by each dignitary taking three ceremonial shots in net... The Challenge Cup was won by Eastern Region in a hard-fought 8-2 win over Central Region. The Challenge Cup is representative of the best ringette players from the five cor- ners of the province... Teams from Pickering and Ajax had a great showing, skating away with three gold and two silver medals at the tournament. 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TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS McDonald’s of Ajax 11 10 1 0 80 30 20 Bay Cycle Sports 11 7 2 2 48 25 16 Ajax Optimists 11 7 2 2 41 34 16 Source for Sports 11 6 3 2 48 46 14 Knights on Guard 11 5 3 3 63 48 13 Mr. Sub 11 6 5 0 62 39 12 Kinsmen Club of Ajax 11 6 5 0 29 35 12 Play It Again Sports 11 5 4 2 53 61 12 Ontario Hyundai 11 5 5 1 70 64 11 Fujiki Dental 11 4 7 0 40 55 8 The Browns 11 3 6 2 28 43 8 Cassidy & Co. 11 3 7 1 36 51 7 Ontario Power Generation 11 2 9 0 46 71 4 7/Eleven Canada 11 0 10 1 30 74 1 AJAX MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results for Wednesday, Dec. 17. GAME ONE Top Shelf Sports Bar 42 vs. Dickson Printing 27. TOP SCORERS High Scorers for Top Shelf: Nick Sideris 15, Sam Terry 9 Dave Leathen 7. High Scorers for Dickson Printing: John Esposito 10, Sherwin James 7. GAME TWO ESN Packaging 45 vs. Alliance Printing 35. TOP SCORERS High Scorers for ESN: Dave Jackson 14, Pat Roach 11. High Scorers for Alliance Printing: Craig Yakimishin 9, Ken Russell 8. 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Playing the role of 'Joey Two Ton' in the French-produced feature film 'Crime Spree,' Marrocco worked alongside stars Gerard Depardieu and Harvey Keitel in the comedy, which opened to European audi- ences in March and in select North American theatres this month. 'Crime Spree' follows the antics of a group of bumbling French jewel thieves, led by Depardieu, sent by their Mafia boss to make a big heist in Chicago. But, due to a case of mis- taken identity, they end up looting the home of American Mafia boss Zammeti, played by Keitel. Marrocco plays one of Zammeti's associates. "It was a fun role, a fun show to work on," says Marrocco, with most of the movie filmed in Toronto and Hamilton and some scenes shot in France. In retrospect, Marrocco says it was an especially great experience acting with Keitel, who has starred in Quentin Tarantino's 'Reservoir Dogs' and 'Pulp Fiction' in his expansive movie career. "I had a lot of scenes with Harvey, so before we started filming we went to dinner to get to know each other. He turned out to be a nice, easy- going guy - nothing like his charac- ters in the movies." He noted Keitel is one of the best actors he has ever worked with and a true professional. "He's one of my favourite actors. I would put him in with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro. He's great to work with. We would do a scene and he would say, 'Is that OK for you?' We would talk about the scene and if I wasn't happy with it, or if he wasn't happy with it, we would do it again." Marrocco also worked with anoth- er veteran actor, Abe Vigoda. Vigoda, a star on the long-running '70s sit- com 'Barney Miller' also impressed him, not only with his acting abili- ties, but also for his off-camera qual- ities. "I was thrilled to be on the set with him," says Marrocco. "He's so gentle. During our first day on the set we were having lunch in the backyard of a mansion on the Bridle Path (Toronto). I was sitting down with the other actors and he came up and introduced himself. It's good to know someone his age can still work at his craft and be good at it." Marrocco's long acting career has allowed him to meet and work with a number of notable actors, including the late John Ritter. The Pickering actor worked alongside Ritter and Sharon Gless, of 'Cagney and Lacey' fame, in a 1985 Movie of the Week called 'Letting Go.' In 'Letting Go', Ritter played Alex, a grieving husband whose wife is killed at a young age. Marrocco played the role of Mr. Brooks, a long- time customer of Alex's at the stereo shop where he works. At that time, Ritter was a huge star thanks to his work on 'Three's Company'. "John Ritter is exactly the same as he was on the show. That was his personality -- very friendly, very warm, always horsing around and very easy to work with." Marrocco relates a story about one of his family members who request- ed an autograph. His first reaction was one of embarrassment, as he rarely asked actors in any acting pro- jects for autographs. But Ritter met the request and more, offering up a number of autographs. "He was very accommodating," he says. "In fact, it bothered me more than it bothered him." Of late, Marrocco has landed a re- curring role in the U.S. Showtime network series 'Street Time,' which stars Scott Cohen and Rob Morrow, of 'Northern Exposure' fame. The gritty show examines the life of pa- role officers and parolees, with Mar- rocco playing John Liberti, the fa- ther of parole officer James Liberti, played by Cohen. Marrocco appeared in four episodes in Street Time's first season and three episodes last year. Marrocco says his role has ex- panded over the past two seasons as his character now has a wife and an- other son, who's a priest. The role, albeit small, is one that's closest to his personality. "There's a lot of me in this charac- ter in terms of values. Family is the most important thing in his life," says Marrocco, a single father of a teenage boy, Adam. "In my real life, my son is the most important thing." Marrocco has also kept busy in the commercial realm, playing one of the parents of the Arby's smart-Alec oven mitt in one advertisement. He's also featured in a Tim Hortons com- mercial, pitching a new muffin for the coffee chain. Rubbing elbows with the greats Gino Marrocco, left, in a scene with Harvey Keitel in ‘Crime Spree.’ Durham family sings the gospel on Christmas Eve Keeping an eye on the arts scene News Editor David Stell E-mail entertainment news at dstell@ durhamregion.com The News Advertiser Metroland Durham Region Media Group Durham students invited to join songwriting club By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM – Students a Durham area school had a different kind of class recently when a concert fea- turing former 'The Guess Who' gui- tarist Dale Russell and musicians Artemis Chartier and Linda M was held there. The Uxbridge school was just one the trio, armed with guitars, lessons for life and song writing, has visited as part of their School Alliance of Student Songwriters (S.A.S.S.) project. Spearheaded by Ms. Chartier and Mr. Russell, the group has been helping schools set up their own songwriting clubs and launching them with a concert. And they hope to reach more schools across Durham yet. The Uxbridge performance began by getting the students fa- miliar with each artist. Ms. Charti- er, a high school teacher at McL aughlin Collegiate, has record- ed the album 'More Light,' while Ms. M's music from 'Bliss Machine' has been heard on the television se- ries 'Dawson's Creek.' Mr. Russell played with the Canadian group 'The Guess Who' from 1983 to 2000. He strummed, 'No Sugar Tonight', 'She's Come Undone' and one song that many quickly recognized, 'American Woman.' Sitting cross-legged on the floor, the students listened attentively while the three took turns playing songs about esteem and giving ad- vice on writing them. For an example of turning a pop- ular phrase into a song, Mr. Russell played 'Do It For The Love.' "Do it for the love or do it for the money, but you can never get enough once you taste the honey," he sang while the crowd snapped their fingers. Many of Ms. Chartier's songs are based on experiences she hears through her high school students. She sang a song to show students a technique called 'hooking', when you repeat a common phrase throughout a piece. Ms. M sang a song performed, but not written, by Britney Spears to demonstrate a piece made fa- mous by someone other than its writer. Wrapping up the concert just be- fore lunch, was a Christmas jingle by Mr. Russell. "It's another white trash Christ- mas, oh I think that Santa missed us, it's another, a real mother, of a white trash Christmas this year," he sang and laughed, "Now I'm really going to the office aren't I?" After the show, the three artists were swarmed for autographs and 55 students signed up for the song- writers' club. "I've always said sports and music get kids through their teenage years," said Ms. Chartier, founder of the S.A.S.S. program. Through the club, Quaker Village students will meet Fridays at lunch and receive 40 lessons on songwrit- ing techniques and exercises. Ms. Chartier started the club at McL aughlin Collegiate, where 70 kids were quick to join. A workshop by Mr. Russell was held as an open- er to the program. He and Ms. Chartier met in Nashville and played many benefit concerts to- gether after discovering a common interest of promoting grassroots and Canadian music. "We're both a couple of idealistic (people) and I think most song- writers are," she said. "They want to make a difference through their art." With help from sponsorships, the program has hit the road and is travelling to 22 schools in Durham this year with hopes of taking it na- tional. "I love kids," said Mr. Russell. "They're very creative. They haven't learned - totally anyway - the fear behaviour we have as adults. They're more open." For more information on S.A.S.S., visit www.doitforthelove. org. Museum has vintage bonnets in show By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING – A corner of the Picker- ing Civic Complex has been trans- ported into another era with a dis- play of vintage hats. The hats are from the Pickering Museum Village's collection and are on display for the next couple of months. The dozen hats include a baby bonnet, and both men and women's formal hats. "They vary from around the 1840's right up to just past the turn of the century. There are some that are definitely part of the Victorian era - they're dark and black - but then there are some others that are quite vibrant," said Dave Marlowe, educa- tion and collections officer with the museum. The display can be found in the main entrance of the Civic Complex, on the right, in a glass display case. The seldom publicly seen collec- tion is stored under climate-con- trolled conditions at the museum village and is being made available for a short time. "We're trying to make more of the collection available for the public to see in a controlled environment," said Mary Cook, the Pickering Mu- seum Village Foundation's secre- tary. Different people have donated the hats to the museum over the years. One woman donated her mother's wedding hat and it is part of the dis- play. "One of the objects in (the dis- play) is a hand crocheted baby bon- net and it is just absolutely beauti- ful," Ms. Cook said. 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Ontario Honda Dealers www.hondaontario.com † Now don’t forget to read this stuff, it’s important too.Lease and finance offers are available, on approved credit, only through Honda Canada Finance Inc., until December 31, 2003. Lease payments shown are for 48 months and include $1,010/$1,095/$1,240/$1,240/$1,240 for freight and P.D.E. with 96,000 km allowance (12¢/km exceeding 96,000 km applies). *Based on a new 2004 Special Edition Civic Sedan, 5-speed Manual/Accord LX-G Automatic/Pilot EX/Odyssey LX/CR-V EX, 5-speed Manual (model ES1534PX/CM5644E/YF1844E/RL1854PK/RD7784E) $198/$298/$478/$378/$328 per month for 48 months. A.L.R. 6.8%/6.8%/5.8%/5.8%/5.8% (total lease obligation of $12,172/$18,977/$28,062/$22,827/$19,930). Down payment or equivalent trade of $2,668/$4,673/$5,118/$4,683/$4,186 (zero down payment plans available), plus first monthly payment required. Option to purchase at lease end for $8,904/$13,050/$20,910/$15,778/$15,080 plus taxes. **MSRP does not include freight and P.D.E.($1,010/$1,095/$1,240/$1,240/$1,240). ◆3.8% conventional financing is available on all new, in-stock 2004 Civic Sedans and Coupes for 24, 36, 48, and 60 month terms (Offer excludes 2004 Civic Hybrid). Financing example: $20,000 at 3.8% per annum equals $366.53 per month for 60 months. C.O.B. is $1,991.80 for a total obligation of $21,991.80. Down payment may be required. ‡Calculation for $1,700 in no charge features is: Civic DX Coupe/Sedan with manual transmission is $16,100. Value of additional SE features are $2,403 - based on dealer installed accessory pricing. Additional charge to consumer is only $700. Savings to consumer is $1,703. */**Taxes, licence, insurance, registration and maintenance fees are additional. Dealer may sell/lease for less. †See Car and Driver magazine, January 2003. ††Source: Association of International Automobile Manufacturers of Canada. See your neighbourhood Ontario Honda dealer for details. THE 2004 SPECIAL EDITION CIVIC HAS ARRIVED. GET IN. $16,800 **MSRP Per month for 48 months with $2,668 down. Freight and P.D.E. included. $0 Security deposit. The Special Edition Civic includes air conditioning with micron air filter, CD player, power locks and more. $198*$1700‡ † 2004 PILOT EX $41,000 **MSRP Per month for 48 months with $5,118 down. Freight and P.D.E. included. $0 Security deposit. This truck seats 8, but has room for more features than you can count. $478* 2004 CR-V EX $29,000**MSRP Per month for 48 months with $4,186 down. Freight and P.D.E. included. $0 Security deposit. Looking for a smaller SUV? You’ll love the CR-V’s 160 hp, 2.4 litre i-VTEC™ engine. $328*2004 ACCORD LX-G $26,100**MSRP Per month for 48 months with $4,673 down. Freight and P.D.E. included. $0 Security deposit. Includes 160 hp, 2.4 litre i-VTEC™ 4-cylinder engine, plus more. $298* † 2004 ODYSSEY LX $32,200**MSRP Per month for 48 months with $4,683 down. Freight and P.D.E. included. $0 Security deposit. Feel the surge of a 240 hp, 3.5 litre, 24-valve V6 VTEC™ engine. $378 * IN NO CHARGE FEATURES AVAILABLE ON ALL 2004 CIVICPurchase Financing 3.8%◆ 905-666-1322 1-800-721-0085 www.durham.edu.on.ca Senior Payroll Clerk This year-round position, commencing approximately on January 26, 2004, calls for a secondary school diploma emphasizing job-related areas of study, and up to 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent educational and employment background. Your primary role will be to assist in preparing payrolls for teaching and/or educational services staff, as well as with related public relations and communications.You will also provide clerical support to the payroll department, and prepare records of employment. Keyboarding skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public are essential. Completion of Canadian Payroll Association courses would be an asset. Wage range: $15.90 to $19.87 per hour. Written applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, January 2, 2004, by:Sharon E. Jones, Employee Relations Officer/Hiring, Durham District School Board, 400 Taunton Road East, Whitby, ON L1R 2K6. Fax: 905-666-6339. E-mail: EmployeeRelations_Hiring@durham.edu.on.ca. While we appreciate all applications received, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Durham District School Board SOUTHFORK AGGREGATES We are currently accepting applications for winter sand/salt operations at: PICKERING PATROL YARD Positions available include: ✷ PLOW DRIVERS Must have valid DZ and current abstract Please fax your resume as soon as possible to: 905-683-3012 - Attention Lloyd George *Interviews and hiring will begin immediately TRANSPORT Now Hiring "AZ DRIVERS" Permanent Positions U. S. Long & Short Haul Pa r t-time Positions Local and Highway. Days, evenings, weekends. Please contact Rob Hickman 1-800-414-6753 Ext. 232 COORDINATOR OF VOLUNTEERS Contract up to one year. Must have degree/diploma, education in volunteer management, excellent computer skills, 3-5 years experience with seniors. Fax resume before Jan. 9, 2004 (905)420-6030 attention: A. Nicholson Community Nursing Home Pickering COMPUTER COURSES at Dur- ham College. MICROSOFT CER- TIFIED SYSTEMS ENGINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, CCNA, A+, MCSA. Changing career path? Tr ain at top rated Durham College in 100% instructor led courses. Full/Part time available. Funding through EI/OSAP, WSIB to quali- fied. These certifications are highly sought after skills in todays IT en- vironment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca $SALES REPS DREAM$ Leading Energy Supplier Seeks B2B/Residential Reps Earn Up To $2,500/wk Managers Required Earn Up To $200K. Call Leo at 905-435-0518 CLEANER (Heavy Duty) required for Long Term Care Facility in Pickering. Duties include floor buff- ing and carpet steaming cleaning. This is an afternoon shift (1pm- 9pm). Wage of $11.53 after pro- bation plus benefits. Fax resume 905-837-8496 Attention: Kevin Mumford DISABILITY FIRM seeks Voca- tional Consultant to work with ODSP clients. Must have IBM computer, B.A., internet, own car. Knowledge of local labour market & disability issues. E-mail resume to: thetuffordgroup@sympatico.ca DRIVER/LABOURER wanted for Durham based company. To ser- vice portable toilets and septic tank pumping. Must have own transportation and clean abstract. Full and part time work. starting at $8-$10 per hour based on experi- ence. Pls Call (905) 831-8189 or fax (905) 985-3850 EMPLOYEES needed to fill imme- diate positions. Must janitori- al/floor cleaning experience and own transportation. Call 905-619- 2748 or 416-648-7220 FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Suitable for students. Call for a carrier route in your area today. (905)683-5117 FULL-TIME position for Land- scape maintenance/snow removal. Must have Grade 12, minimum 3-years Full-G licence with good record, commercial vehicle opera- tion experience. Wages based on experienced. Heavy lifting, reli- able, willing to work flexible hours, familiar with use of various hand/power tools. Ability and knowledge to perform and com- plete soft landscaping assign- ments and snow removal proce- dures. Apply by fax to 905-686- 9131 or phone 905-683-1299. GET PAID WEEKLY!P/T & F/T, mail processors needed immedi- ately. Call 1-800-279-0019 ext. 105, or visit our website at www.opportunity-depot.com/mb MAGICUTS, one of Canada's leading chains is opening a new salon in Pickering. Positions avail- able: Licensed manager and As- sistant Manager plus full and pt stylist. We offer: Competitive sala- ry, opportunity for advancement, paid vacation, profit sharing, free training classes, monthly prizes, hiring bonus, benefits. Join a win- ning team. Call Cheryl (905) 723- 7323. Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Ave. We Train You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 TAXI DRIVERS WANTED:30 day current abstract. Oshawa Taxi Li- cense required. City Wide Taxi. Phone for appt. (905)571-1331 be- tween 1-5pm. WORK FROM HOME Health and Nutrition Industry. $500-$1500 P/T $2000-$4000 F/T. Full Training Provided. 416-376-7926. www.athome-ebiz.com The Jasmine Tree Salon & Spa Now offering employment opportunities for aestheticians. We encourage ongoing education and creativity. Full/Part time available Fax resume to Lesley at 905-426-7902 APPRENTICE required for busy Whitby automotive repair shop. Drive clean exp an asset. Please fax resume to: 905-430-3694 LICENSED MECHANIC needed to start immediately in extremely busy shop in Oshawa. Please fax resume to (905) 576-1996 IMMEDIATE OPENING Fast growing and progressive company has an immediate opening for a Tool & Die Maker •with 6 years experience. •CNC and EDM would be an asset. •Salary Neg., W/excel. benefits Fax resume: to Ms. Jackie Gilkes/HR 905-668-0235 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY TO GROW YOUR OWN FUTURE? Dynamic Publishing and Event Management is looking for a Sales Representative/Show Coordinator who is energetic, dedicated, imaginative, and has previous experience in sales. This position requires the candidate to sell print advertising into various publications, as well as sponsor- ships and booth space for various consumer and trade shows in a fast paced environment. Reliable transportation is required. Base salary, car allowance, excellent commission rates and bonus program. Interested candidates can fax their resumes to: Andrea McFater Events and Publications Manager Dynamic Publishing and Events Management A Metroland Durham Region Media Group Company (905) 426-6598 or e-mail to amcfater@durhamregion.com. INVESTORS WANTED 12% PER ANNUM Minimum $25,000 1-866-340-5559 Ext. 228 643 Kingston Rd. Pickering Est. 1990 310-CASHCALL PAYD AY LOANS Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 2 2 7 4 Where every day is Payday! CREDIT MANAGER / PARALE- GAL - Cogir Management, a prop- erty management company based in Whitby is seeking a Residential Credit Manager/Paralegal. Candi- date to collect outstanding receiv- ables, file TPA applications and eviction forms, schedule and at- tend court. Candidate must have strong organizational skills, 3 - 5 years related experience, must have car. Please email your re- sume to Angela Valic at avalic@toronto.cogir.net or fax (905) 579-5000. EXPERIENCED DENTAL Assist- ant required. Min 2 years experi- ence in dental field. Bowmanville. Reply to File #964, Oshawa This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa ON, L1H 7L5 OPTOMETRIC RECEPTIONIST required 4 days per week. Ajax lo- cation. Experience preferred. Please apply to File #966, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" ILLUSION OF COUNTRY 3+1 bedroom 2-storey brick home backing onto woodlands in desir- able Mapleridge area of Pickering. Features include professionally fin- ished basement with bar, two car garage, 3 bathrooms with full en suite off master bedroom and main floor laundry. Recent upgrades in- clude extensive landscaping, new- er roof, high efficiency gas fur- nace, central air, central vac and freshly paved driveway. Asking $329,900. Evening and weekend appointments only. No agents please call 905-839-1461. INDUSTRIAL UNITS, next to Oshawa Centre., close to 401, bay with roll-up door, also unit for of- fice, ample parking, good for ma- chining, tool & die, auto repair, de- tailing, all inclusive, very reason- able. (905)576-2982 or 905-626- 6619. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Vel- tri Complex, Bowmanville. King Street East. Office Retail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Ac- cessible. Spaces available rang- ing from 390 sq.ft. to 2495-sq. ft. For more information call: 905-623 -4172 MARKET YOUR BUSINESS Op- portunity with Metroland Commu- nity Newspapers. Distribution of over 4 million! Call today for infor- mation on weekly word ad rates. 416-493-1300 ext. 237. $$1ST AND 2ND mortgages$$ Debt consolidations, refinancing, credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/com- mercial. Call Dennis at (289)314- 1102 www.mortgagebid.ca 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 AMS ARRANGES 1st & 2nd up to 100% for any property. Self Em- ployed, bankrupts, foreclosures stopped, debt consolidation, refi- nance. Good/Bad credit all appli- cations processed. Prime Bank rates to Private Funding. Call Val Lawson 905-436-9292. Toll free 1- 877-509-5626 or Online applica- tion: www.accuratemortgages.com BEST RATES:1st/2nd Mortgages preapprovals, purchases & refi- nances for any purpose. Bad credit ok. Kim (905)723-7351, CSI Mort- gages, 718 Wilson Ave. Suite 200, To ronto, 416-631-8042. DEBT problems? Settle your debts interest-free without bankruptcy, payments geared to income, stops garnishments and harass- ment from creditors. Call (905)721- 8251 For Free Consultation. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 1 & 2 BEDROOM available imme- diately. Central Oshawa, couple preferred, fridge, stove, shopping, laundry, no dogs, near bus, rea- sonable, (905)725-2642, after 5pm. 1 BEDROOM in clean quiet 20 plex, appliances, parking utilities included. $750 monthly. available Jan. 1st or later. deposit nego- tiable. (Simcoe/ Mill) (905)579- 5927 1-BDRM basement apt. in Whitby, Heat, hydro, cable, parking, seper- ate entrance. No pets/smoking. $565/mo. Avail. January 1st or lat- er. (905)683-3641 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Church/Rossland, available Jan 1st, 2004. Parking, 4 applianc- es, first/last, references, no pets, no smoking. Call (905)428-8152 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BDRM.Russett Ave. Simcoe N., $850./$835. Good location, bright well maintained quiet 12plex. Nice neighbourhood, close to shopping, bus,utilities, heating, cable, park- ing included, Laundry facilities. No dogs. (905)576-2982. 2-BDRM basement, full bathroom, separate entrance, $750/mo inclu- sive. Ajax, close to 401. Avail. Jan. 1st. (905)430-8613 3-BEDROOM APARTMENT,cor- ner Brock and Simcoe in Oshawa. Close to hospital and university. Heat & 4-appliances included. $850/month, first/last, Available now! (416)-807-0378. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $800, 2 bed- room $900, 3 bedroom $ 1,000. Call (905)767-2565 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. CENTRAL OSHAWA one bed- room for December and January $750 plus hydro, two bedrooms, February $825 plus hydro. Well maintained building. Call Mon-Fri 9-5 p.m. (905)723-0977 CHURCH ST./HWY. 2 -Large 2-bedroom available Feb. lst. in clean, quiet bldg. $1000/mo inclu- sive with parking and new appli- ances. 905-426-1161 CHURCH/Hwy 2.Immaculate 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/ shopping/ GO. 416-444- 7391. Ext. 241 CLEAN 1 BEDROOM $790 month, utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for and appointment. (905)579-9890. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. MAIN ST.Uxbridge, 2 bedroom, large eat in kitchen, recent reno., new windows $900/mo. (705)657- 3933. MAIN ST.Stouffville, 2 bedroom, eat in kitchen, full reno., new appli- ances, windows. $875./mo. 905- 642-3858. NEW, MODERN,clean & classy 1-bedroom main floor apartment. Includes laundry, parking & util- ities. $800/month, Park/King. Available immediately. Jeff (905)442-3665 NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, December lst/January lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facil- ities. (905) 723-2094 OSHAWA 304 Simcoe S., 17 Quebec St., older apartment build- ing. 1-bdrm apt $520 & $620, plus heat & hydro. First/last required. Stephen (905)571-3229 or 905- 259-5796. OSHAWA -2 bdrm walk-out base- ment apt. King/Ritson area, park- ing, utilities included. $600/mo. Available Jan. 1. Call 905-728- 2970. OSHAWA - large two bedrooms, (Park and Bloor) from $750 Gibb / Centre 2 baths $625. (416) 818- 3886 OSHAWA - Spacious sparkling 1-bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $750/mo inclu- sive, 1-parking, private entrance. First/last. (416)284-7502 RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental O ffice: Mon. - Fri. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiantproperty@rogers.com 3 3 & 7 7 F al by Cr t., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w w w.a j a x a p a rtme n t s .co m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the estate of ANNE MADELINE MORTON, Pensioner, Deceased All person having claims as creditors against the estate of the above mentioned, late of the Town of Pickering, in the Re- gional Municipality of Durham, who died at the said Town of Pickering, on July 27, 2003, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before Febru- ary 3rd, 2004. After that date the Public Guardian and Tr ustee will proceed to distribute the es- tate, having regard only to the claims of which she then shall have had notice. Anyone having knowledge of a Will or next-of-kin of the above mentioned is also required to contact the undersigned. DATED at Toronto on Dec. 2, 2003 PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE, ESTATE TRUSTEE 595 BAY STREET, SUITE 900 TORONTO, ONTARIO M5G 2M6 File: 816134-012 Personal Prayer To The St. Jude THANKS TO ST. JUDE and the Sacred Heart of Jesus for favours received. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forev- er. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help- er of the hopeless, 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 nev- er failed, and your prayers will be answered. Publication must be promised. E. Ho QP assumes no liability when using svc. 18+. FM/03. 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! LIVE CHAT! LIVE CHAT! COME & WORSHIP Is a regular Friday feature in the News Advertiser. (Copy Deadline is Wednesday noon for Fr iday paper) To advertise all your Church Events, News and Upcoming Special Services Call Janice Samoyloff at (905)683-0707, Or fax your information to 905-579-4218 email: jsam@durhamregion.com “NOW OPEN” Lingerie • Sexy Dresses Gift Baskets Open Dec 24th 9 AM - 9 PM Call For Ajax Location 416-616-2039 *ADULTS ONLY* www.cassandrasboutique.com VENDORS WANTED for the 8th Metro East Spring Home & Garden Show March 5, 6, 7 at the new Pickering Markets Trade Centre. For more info: 905-426-4676 Susan O'Brien, ext 226 Mark Fucella, ext 229 Lisa Matthews, ext 227 sobrien@durhamregion.com mfucella@durhamregion.com lmatthews@durhamregion.com AMAZING BOXING WEEKEND SALE IN-STORE ONLY! Thousands of Yards of FABRIC, Trim & HOME DECOR Material "HUGE YEAR END DISCOUNTS" Fri. Sat. Sun. - Dec. 26th, 27th, 28th 'The Lace Place'-1698 Bayly St. (at Brock Rd) Pickering 905-831-5223 OSHAWA - Non smoking one bed- room, in updated century home, main floor Oshawa north location parking @ & on bus route. Refer- ences, $700 plus hydro (not heat). Call Anne (905)431-3829 OSHAWA - Park Rd/Gibb, 1 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Stove/fridge included, close to all amenities. $600/mo. +hydro., references. Available Jan. 1st. Call 416-717-3076 or 905-738 -4611. OSHAWA SHOPPING CENTRE - (Stevenson/King). Large modern two bedrooms from $825 all inclu- sive with balconies. Whitby (Dun- lop/Dundas) from $795 (416-818- 3886). OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, parking included, laundry on site. $690 plus hydro. Available immediately. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,3-bedroom, main floor of bungalow. $1200/month, in- cludes utilities, fridge, stove, wash- er, dryer. Parking available, close to school. No smoking, pets con- sidered. Available immediately. Short or long term. (905)723-7171 OSHAWA,Bloor/Park 2-bedroom apartment in quiet, clean small apartment building, 1 free parking, coin laundry, available Jan 1st. No dogs. First/last. call Bob (905)924- 6075 or (905)668-4330 OSHAWA,clean 1-bedroom base- ment apartment in quiet tri-plex, shared laundry, parking, no pets, first/last required. Would suit ma- ture adult. $600/inclusive. call (905)439-0144 PICKERING EXECUTIVE BASE- MENT, Apt., Liverpool/Finch. Large 1-bedroom, livingroom, kitchen, 4pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, separate entrance. Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. Jan. 1st. $750/month inclusive. No pets. (905)839-9032 PICKERING HWY#2/Fairport, first floor, clean one bedroom Apt., parking, Gas fireplace, No smok- ing/Pets, private entrance, huge deck, $675. all inclusive, avail. im- mediately. references required. (905)420-3083. PICKERING,1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Close to bus. Avail. im- mediately. Non-smoking. $650 plus utilities. No pets. (905)839-8388 PICKERING,Whites/Bayly, bache- lor basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, cable, A/C, shared laundry. First/last, work ref- erences. $650/month inclusive, Jan 1st (905)839-9271 REFINISHED furnished 1 large- bdrm apt w/fireplace. PLUS rooms for rent. Must share laundry, park- ing. All inclusive. First/last. Avail. immediately. Centrally located in Oshawa, near OC. Must be seen. (905)576-1026 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl.. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. Open house- Saturday 9-3, Sunday 1-3. RITSON/VALLEY DR.- One bed. apt., sunny & bright. Large win- dows, full bathroom, laundry facil- ities, sep. entrance & parking. Available Jan. 1st. Marble, carpet- ing, $1100/all inclusive. CAll 905- 725-3711. ROSSLAND/SOMERVILLE 2+1 bdrm 2-level apt in house. Bright, spacious, renovated. Private laun- dry, sep. entrance. Avail immedi- ately $900/mo+1/3 utilities. No smokers/pets. (416)617-7533, (905)728-9068 WHITBY lovely ground floor 1-bedroom w/fireplace, 4 applianc- es, $1000/month includes heat, hydro, water, TV. Available Jan 1st. Call (905)665-8005 SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available Dec/Jan/Feb. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call (905)852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open house 12-4 Sat/Sun. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom units available, park like setting, close to downtown, low rise building, laun- dry facilities, balcony, parking. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY, CLEAN 1-bedroom apt in home, centrally located and close to all amenities. Suitable for single working person. Non-smok- ing, no pets. $645+hydro. Avail- able Jan 1st. 905-668-3011. AJAX - 2 bedroom detached house, immaculate, hardwood floors, 4 appliances, huge fenced backyard, close to all amenities. Available now. $1,000/mo.+util- ities. (905)723-8227 AJAX HARWOOD & BAYLY 3-bedroom upper level, separate entrance, fully renovated, laundry, parking, $1050/month + utilities, first/last, references, no pets/smoking. Immediately (905)509-2335 after 4pm AJAX HARWOOD & BAYLY fully renovated large 1-bedroom base- ment apt, parking, laundry first/last, references. No smoking, no pets. $750 plus utilities. Feb 1st. Call (905)509-2335 after 4pm BROCK ST. /401,brand new 3 bedrom detached ensuite bath, shower in master, 2 1/2 baths, storage, garage, laundry, 5 appli- ances, quiet neighbhourhood. $l,495 plus. Jan. lst. Gabriel (905) 201-1596 or (416) 817-5318 GREAT area of Pickering upper. Gorgeous 3-bedroom home, laun- dry, parking, central air, skylight, $1295 plus 60% utilities. Absolute- ly beautiful. Liz Kendall 416-281- 0027. OSHAWA - Park Rd./King area, house for rent, $1000/mo.+utilities. Call Jim 905-623-9824. OSHAWA CENTRE area, 4-bdrm semi, gas heat, private drive, fridge/stove. No smoking/pets. Avail Jan. 1st. First/last, referenc- es. $1200/mo + utilities. (905)728- 6765 OSHAWA,Beatrice/Mary St.N. Newly-renovated, 3+1 bedroom, backspilt house, 2-car garage, 1-1/2 bathrooms, 5-appliances, fin- ished basement, wood-fireplace, C/A, fist/last/reference, credit check. $1200 plus utilities. Jan. 1st. 905-439-4770. PICKERING,3+1 bedroom semi Whites/Strouds. 1700sq.ft., ceram- ic large eat-in kitchen, 5 applianc- es, near 24hr. shopping/tran- sit/401. $1400 plus. No pets. First/last, references. Available Jan/Feb. Call (905)839-2280 houseforrent@rogers.com IMMACULATE BROOKLIN To wn- home Watford/Winchester area. 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, deck, garage, fenced yard, $1300+utilities. No smoking. Available immediately. 905-655- 9000. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fri. 7-9 p.m. OSHAWA -3 +1bdrm. townhouse with garage to rent. All appliances included. $1100+utilities. Avail. im- mediately. Call 905-665-7416 or 905-431-6931. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7-9 p.m. FOUND KEYS corner of Liverpool & Radon in Ajax on Dec 22. (905)421-0497 LOST--PURSE at Kahn Auctions on Thursday, December 18th. Re- ward. Please call 905-985-4208 SHY LOCAL GIRLS looking for bad boys to talk to! Call toll free anytime! 1-877-812-0117. WEDNESDAY,November 19th around 1:00 at the gas station on Thickson Road. After paying for my purchase, I turned around and you gave me a big smile, As I started to walk away I glanced back at you twice and you stood there in the pouring rain smiling back. We never spoke. Do you re- member what I was wearing? If you are this female, I'll visit the gas station every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 until De- cember 31st looking for you (weather permitting). You may have been driving a late model red car. WITNESSES:Accident Hwy#2/Lakeridge, Monday De- cember 15th, noon, involving white Grand Am/Dark Van. Anyone who did or didn't speak to Police, please call (905)430-6799. Thank you. YOUNG WIDOW would like to meet kind, caring gentleman 55-65, good sense of humour, knows how to treat a lady. I like DANCING, travelling, drives in the country, dining out. Would like to hear from you. Serious replies on- ly: File #950, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 FILIPINA Nanny/Housekeeper live-in/ out available. No Fee To Employers. Amah Intl. 416-221- 3303 ECE TRAINED,15 yrs. experi- ence, CPR / First Aid - small numbers = loving care + attention. Fun, educational activities. Whites/Finch area. References available. Call for info. 905-831- 2841. IN OUR HOME daycare for 2 boys ages 10 months & 3 years. 3 days/week. Flexible hours. Rose- bank/Sheppard. Starting Feb. 1st. Salary negotiable. (905)839-9240 CERTIFIED P.S.W.available to care for children, elderly and dis- abled, various shifts. Call Karen (416)558-9083 PRIVATE DUTY R.N.to care for CP infant at home. 2 nights a week, $30/hr. Pickering (Alto- na/Twyn Rivers). Call (905)509- 2106 7 Ye ar old, black and white paint, sharp markings, easy keeper, she loves to ride, saddle available $2,500. Eight year old, cross Belg/1/4 horse, the gentle giant, no vises, he loves to ride, will draw, easy keeper, saddle available, $2,500. Horse stalls, 2 portable 10x10 puck board stalls, one year old, cheap at $2,000. 905-985- 0163 or 416-587-8459. MUSCOVEY DUCKS,males/fe- males, 20 weeks old. (905)655- 7845 LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from 9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. A King pillowtop mattress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Large se- lection of new & used appliances. Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $175/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. RENT TO OWN NOW AVAILABLE! Why wait, but it now! Visit our show- room. Parts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BED,queen pillowtop, orthopedic Mattress set, never used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BEDROOM SET,8 pce. cherry- wood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands. Dovetail construction, never opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $2,800. (416) 748 -3993 CANON BUBBLEJET printer, BJC -5100, approx. 2 yrs. old, hardly used, includes Canon Creative Pro Disk, best offer. ALSO lady's yel- low & white gold 14 karat solitaire ring, Marquis diamond, appraised at $1100. Serious offers. 905-404- 9896. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computers Services. Christmas Special: CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed w/purchase on any com- plete system. P2-350 Tower com- plete system $219.; P3-450 com- plete systems $299; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes RAPTORS & MAPLE LEAF tickets for sale. Will also purchase. (905)626-5568 CONTENTS of 2-bedroom apart- ment for sale. Solid pine bunk- beds, Chesterfield/loveseat, 4-ft square coffee table, more. Fore more information call 905-571- 2432- CUSTOM Made kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash colour cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom or cot- tage. (905)697-9462 (snp) DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT/wed- ding ring set. 1KT T.W. Engage- ment ring (.5kt diamond/diamonds on band), matching diamond wed- ding band (never worn) Mark (905)576-0503. DININGROOM 13 piece cherry, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, server, dove- tail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $3000. 416-746-0995 DININGROOM SET,medium wood, 5 pc. plus china cabinet. $600 obo. Also bedroom suite, (queen size bed), 2 end tables, dresser, chest of drawers, box- spring and mattresss, $600 obo. (905)430-1621 FOR SALE - Antique 10 pc Brickwede Brothers diningroom suite. Table w/2 pop-up leafs, 6 chairs + wall mirror. $1500 obo. Girls white wood grain desk w/ bookcase, topper, chair, 6-drawer dresser w/mirror $395 obo. Call 905-444-9404. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 It’s over..... Ladies engagement ring for sale.14K white gold, one round brilliant cut diamond surrounded by six baguette cut diamonds. Size 8. Appraisal papers put value at $3,000. Will sell for $1,500. Call 905-571-5344 LEAF TICKETS, Clubs. $490/pair. (416)880-6332 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480/up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephen- son's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts.154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PIANOS & CLOCKS -ALL FLOOR STOCK CURRENTLY ON SALE - Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS - Play backed-up games. XBOX Chip: $150; PS1 Chip: $65; PS2 Chip: $150 (versions 1-8), $185 (versions 9, 10). Mobile computer repairs... virus protection, firewalls, internet sharing, networking, parts/accessories. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 SOFA & LOVESEAT -in beige leather and vinyl. Highback seats with high polished mahogany trim, one month old, asking $1100. Call 905-725-9823. SOFABED -green sectional couch with recliner, brand new, never used. Paid $2600, asking $1500 obo. Call 905-718-0817. SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, 4 MAN HOT TUBS, Factory Blow Out, $2,500. Delivery includ- ed. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141 www.uk-swimmingpools.com/com panion1. htm STOVE,30" white electric. Good working condition. Asking $90. Call (905)509-2178 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. AAA-Lakeridge Farm Firewood, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for tree work and lot clearing. 905-427- 1734. SEASONED hardwood, bush cord and face cord, bagged and deliv- ered. 905-655-8797. PUPPIES,Samoyed, Schnauzer, Shitzu, Poodle, English Bull dogs, Shelties, Dashhounds, Doberman, Lhasa, Yorkie-X, Goldie Poos, Chihuahua, Boston Terriers, Pekingese, Kingcharles Cavaier, Rottweiller, Westhighland (Britnui Spaniels, Shi-poo's, Bea- gles & more at $250 each). Col- lie-X's, Sheppard-X's $175 each. Kittens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905-831-2145. Grooming Services avail. WANT ED - Parrott, prefer African grey, cockatoo or amazon. Call 905-434-0392. 1957 Chev Belaire. 2 Door Post, rolling shell, no drive train, no in- terior, new floors installed. $6500 OBO. E-mail pics available. 905- 753-2540. 1983 CHEV. CAPRICE,4 dr. good condition, original owner, asking $1750. obo. Passed last emission test July 24/03 clear. Call (905)725 -8649 1985 TOYOTA MR2,2 seater, 1.6 litre, DOHC, sunroof, red, $l,500 or best offer. Telephone (905) 725- 4134. 1989 PONTIAC LESABLE, 3.8, 4 door, loaded, under coated every year since new, new alternator, new tires, new rear brakes, all new exhaust, as is $1,500, certified $1,900. Excellent shape. 905-372 -4720. No rust. 1990 PONTIAC Sunbird, runs great, great condition, recently passed drive clean. Only 155,000kms. Asking $1500 as is, obo. Call 905-261-8400, or after 6pm 905-4328406. 1991 GRAND PRIX,200,000km, 4 dr. auto, CD player, very good condition. Pw, Pl, Cert. & tested $2500 or $2000 as is, or will trade for watercraft or snowmobile. (905)434-0392 1992 Saturn, 4door, 5-speed, bleu interior/exterior, sunroof, CD Player. 177,000kms, Certified & e- test. Call (905)982-1119 1993 OLDS 88 Royale, top condi- tion, 250K, very clean, $3,200. Telephone (905) 428-2847 1994 PONTIAC SUNBIRD, 4 cylin- der, 119,000 km., 4 door, loaded with remote car starter, new Mich- elin tires, new exhaust, new rear brakes, white, as is $2,500, certi- fied $2,900. Call 905-372-4720. Must see, like new. 1995 CHRYSLER Seebring LXI loaded, burgundy on gray, certi- fied, e-tested, $3200 o.b.o. Call Sue 905-831-1947. 1995 COUGAR XR7,$3,999, 1996 Neon $2,999., 1995 Sunfire $2,999., 1991 Sentra $l,999., other from $1,899 and up. Certified and e-tested (Kelly and Sons 1976) (905) 683-7301 or 905 686-0486 1995 HYUNDAI ACCENT, 2 dr, 5 spd, purple, 140,000km, all main- tenance records available. $2300 O.B.O.Certified + e-tested. (905)571-9382 1997 SUNFIRE gt, red, Pw, brakes and steering, good condition, 118,000 km, asking $6,000. Call (905)377-1937 2001 DODGE DAKOTA,regular cab, 3.9L, V-6, black, lowered and more! $15,995. Call Jeff 905-430- 0248. WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Tr ade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE B10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 www.durhamregion.com PUBLIC AUCTION BOXING DAY SPECIAL AUCTION NOTICE KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 BROCK RD., PICKERING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26TH 10:30 AM START 8:30 AM PREVIEW “SAVE UP TO 85% SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICES” “WHY MALL SHOP AT 50% OFF - COME SAVE HUNDREDS AND THOUSANDS ANTIQUES AND INTERESTING ITEMS: Prime pcs. of Canadiana early antiques including country, Victorian & oak furnishings to include ear ly kitchen cupboards and cabinets, dropleaf tables, selection of sets of chairs, variety of dressers and stands . Vict. related cabinets, parlour chairs, mirrors, plus more fine furnishings of the era, walnut armoires, several a nt. dressers & sideboards ready for handy caregiver, plenty of old oak to be found such as sideboards, china cabine ts etc., primitive to decorative collectables, articultural pieces, plenty of prime pieces relating to early 1900’s, se lection of good quality end tables, coffee tables, rockers, & quality used bedroom & dining room furniture, too many items t o list. T E R M S:Vi s a , M C, A m ex, De b i t C a r d , C a s h .N o r e g i s t r at i o n fee - 1 0 % b u yer s p re m i u m . D e l i ver y a va i l a bl e. SPECIAL GUEST AUCTIONEER! For consignment or further info call Victor Brewda, Member O.A.C. at (905) 683-0041 or TOLL FREE 1-800-567-6165 World Champion Auctioneer from “Oshawa” - Anthony Wagner will be special guest auctioneer for this BOXING DAY MAJOR SALE . Don’t miss a chance to see your local “World Champion”! See you there! NEW ITEMS: Leather sofa sets. 25 year frames sets of “3” in black, brown and burgundy. Box spring and mattress - Pillow top - Lifetime comfort. Brand new “Made in Canada” Queen and King sizes. Imported rugs top quality Persian, Turkish and Korani. All sizes newer used, new sold without reserv e. Dining, bedroom sets, top quality 7pc. complete made by choice manufacturers, delivery available. Occasional tables, new Duncan Phfye, sofa tables, coffee tables, end tables, consoles and accent pcs .First time offered in this category. Carved furniture manufactured with solid mahogany, Desks, chairs, bookcase s, stands, vitrines etc. too many items to list! GLASSWARE & CHINA: Limoges, Cobalt blue 1946 Cheq Republic, Lots of old and new china arriving daily. There will be ove r 60 lots in this category. ART & SPORTS MEMORABILIA: Tri cia Romance (Garden Angel), Still Morning A.P. 45/60, A.J. Casson, Walter Campbell, Victorian Xma s,Lost treasurers of the Ojibwa Master “Norval Morrisseau signed and numbered serigraphs, Sports Celebritie s signed L/E, Maple Leaf’s, Bobby Orr. Too many to list. Some first time offered! PUBLIC AUCTION BOXING DAY - NEW YEARS DAY - TWO SESSION EXCITING LIVE AUCTIONS BY: B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES Acting Under instructions received: we will sell in detail lots: OUTSTANDING LIQUIDATION AUCTION NOTICE EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD - YEAR END CLEARANCE ESTATES * CONSIGNMENTS * CLOSEOUTS * SAMPLES * ONE OF A KINDS * RETURNS * SCRATCH & DENTS * * H ousehold F urniture * D ining R oom S uites * B edroom S uite * C ollectibles * M ajor A rt C ollection * G old & D iamond J ewellery * D écor & A ccent C ollection * T iffany L amps * * S ports M emorabilia * G randfather C locks * J ewellery * H ome F urnishings * L eather S ofa S ets * H ome T heatre * CATALOGUE SALE - WILL BE SOLD IN DETAIL BY: SESSION 1-FRI., DEC. 26 AT 12 NOON (PREVIEW 11:AM) THE HOLIDAY INN OSHAWA - 1011 BLOOR ST. E. OSHAWA NEW YEARS DAY - SESSION TWO SAT., JAN. 01 NEW YEARS DAY AT 12: NOON (PREVIEW 11:AM) THE MARRITT HALL -625 HWY # 53 EAST, ANCASTER PLAN TO ATTEND THIS ONCE A YEAR EVENT PARTIAL LISTING OF OVER 2000 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED D iamond J ewellery * A . J . C asson A rtworks * I ndoor O utdoor S culptures * L arge S ports M emorabilia C ollection * Q ueen A nne, N ostalgia, M odern, C ontemporary H ome F urnishings * G lassware * P orcelain * C ollector P lates * D ie C ast T oys * E lectronics * A ccent L amps * K enwood * S anyo * S tereos * C ordless P hones * L imoge C ollection * A ccent F urniture * JVC H ome T heatre * O ak & M ahogany D ining R oom S uites * S ofa, L oveseat & C hair E nsembles * L imited E dition P rints of G roup of S even M embers * L adies & G ents D iamond & G old R ings, E state R ings, W atch S ets & M ore. Many items wil be sold on the basis of NO MINIMUM - NO RESERVE! COME AND ENJOY THE FUN, EXCITEMENT AND THE GREAT DEALS ! Terms: Free Admission, free parking. We accept Cash, Visa, MC Debit as available, additions & Deletions ap ply, Delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Auctioneers reserve the right to refuse entry and have removed any person from the Auction. Information call: 905-940-0713. 10% B uyers Premium on all items, discount available. Sorry, no children please. RABBIT Wants Work! Doing Magic for Children's Parties and All Occasions. Have my own Magician Call Ernie (905)668-4932 SALES LIMITED ● Bad Credit ● Even Bankrupt Credit ● But need a car? Phone Mel Today 905-576-1800 All applicants accepted Downpayment or trade may be required. ●APR from 9.9% ● eg. Car $10,000 ● APR 19% ● Payment $322.78/mo ● 48 months ●C.O.B.$4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? Call Bob •Bankruptcy •New Immigrant •Refugee •No credit •Good Credit Everybody's approved Down payment maybe required DRIVE TODAY a new 2003 or used 95 or newer vehicle Call 24 or. Credit Hot line (905) 706-7296 Rates may vary depending on credit history NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYANEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 1989 GMC ASTRO VAN $1000-obo as is. Runs well, needs bodywork. Fully loaded. Power locks/windows. Alarm system. A/C works well. Call (905)720-3952 ask for Conrad. 1994 CHEV BLAZER 4-dr, 4x4 Ta hoe LT. 4.3 automatic, 188,000 -kms. Power locks/windows/seat, AM/FM/CD, overhead console, leather seats, tilt/cruise, factory mags. Rear defog/wiper. A/C, Cer- tified/e-tested $5300-obo 905-571- 5138 1998 GMC AWD SLX Safari Van, teal, 95,000kms, e-tested, air, p.w., p.l., cruise, tilt, hidden hitch, am/fm cassette/Sony 10 CD changer w/remote, $9,500. Call (905)579-4531 REAL HANDYMAN Small Job Specialist Garbage Removal Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, Drywall etc Call Joseph cell - 905-626-6247 pgr- 416-530-8481 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ McGee Moving The Mover You C an Trust Commercial & Residential Large or small move Hourly or Flat rate Packing material available Seniors discount 905-666-9678 905-426-0202 FREE ESTIMATES THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 A & A Appliance And Electronic Repairs Best Prices, Free estimates, Warranty, Visa expected In-home repairs of TV's, Audio, and major appliances. Call 905-201-8181 or 416-266-6122 AJAX PICKERING HEALTH CENTRE Please Call (905) 683-2320 ext 1501 In lieu of flowers....... May the knowledge that this gift is helping others be of comfort to you at this time. BUCKING, Siena M.- After a courageous battle with cancer Siena passed away peacefully on Mon- day December 22nd, at the age of 55. Best friend and loving partner of Tony Farrell. Cherished daughter of Siena and the late Tony Bucking. Dear- ly loved sister of brothers Jan (Diane) of Brechin, Bernie (Betty) of Whitby, Gerry (Pat) of Conestoga, To ny (Jane) of Aurora, Herman (Pat) of Orton, Bill (Lucy) of Blackstock, sister of Corry (John) Schlach- ter of Ajax, sister and best friend Aggie of Oakville. Siena will always be remembered by her many niec- es and nephews especially Jim and Michelle Scar- row and her very special extended family Ashley, Ta ylor, and Shelley Farrell. A special thank you to Dr. J. MacLennan and the staff of 2-East at Rouge Va lley Health Care Centre Ajax. Cremation has tak- en place. A memorial service to celebrate Siena's life will be held on Saturday December 27th at 4 p.m. at Stouffville Missionary Church 6500 Main St. Stouffville. Reception to follow. If desired, donations may be made to the Jennifer Ashleigh Foundation (for sick children) in Siena's memory R.R.#1 Ux- bridge L9P 1R1 donation cards available at memori- al service. Siena graduated from Pickering District Highschool and was a 30 year employee of Royal Doulton Canada. COLGAN, Margaret (Marg) -Pass ed away peace- fully on December 21, 2003, until recently a resident of Orchard Villa. Mum was born in Royston, Eng- land and came to Canada with Dad following WWII. They settled in Ajax and became very involved in the community. She was an active associate mem- ber in the Ajax Legion (branch 322) and enjoyed the friendship of many there. Beloved wife of the late Terence Patrick. Loving mum of Patrick William, Catherine Florence, Terence John and Maureen Fe- licity. Cherished granny to Andrew, Jeffery, Phillip, Ke ith, Michael, Liam, Jessie and great grandmother to Tyler. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Liz, Colleen and the staff of Orchard Villa and Bay Ridges Long Term Care. The family will re- ceive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Fri- day, December 26, 2003, followed by a Memorial service. Donations could be made to the charity of choice, should family and friends so desire. BEVAN, Rita -Peacefully away on December 22, 2003 at Fairview Lodge Nursing Home in her 74th year. Beloved wife of the late Ronald. Loving mom to Howie (Debbie), Carol and her husband Rob, Sharon and her husband Don, Daughter-in-law Jackie and pre-deceased by Jeff. Cherished nana to Chad, Shane, Lee, Ginny, Jason, Sarah, Wendy, Devon, Eric, Carissa, Jill, Denice, Jennifer, Marc, and 6 great grandchildren. Rita is sister to Joyce, To ny and Peter. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 on Friday, December 26th, 2003 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the Carruthers Creek Church (599 Bayly St.) on Saturday, Decem- ber 27th, 2003 at 11 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the The Fairview Lodge Nursing Home (E wing) would be greatly appreciat- ed. ROBERTSON, Mary -At Ajax on Tuesday, Decem- ber 23, 2003 in her 72nd year, Mary Robinson, spe- cial companion of Ross Fleming and beloved wife of the late Major David Robertson. Mother of Doreen, Alistair, Allison and Roberta. Loving Grandmother of 15 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren. Mary will always be remembered for her loving and caring heart. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 on Saturday, December 27th, 2003 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. A Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, dona- tions to The Lung Association would be greatly ap- preciated. Anne and Richard Manns ‘Tis the season to be happy ‘Til the season when some are sad But it’s another family Christmas spent Without you Mum and Dad. Love Always, Ron & Darla, Judy & Tom Reg & Grace, Mary & Herm and families BOXING DAY ESTATE AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE NEWTONVILLE DECEMBER 26TH, FRIDAY, 2:00PM Selling an attractive estate from St. Catherines: 7pc Oak Dining Room Suite; Ant. Ext. Table; Press Back Chairs; 5pc. Dinette w/Refractory Table; Open We lsh Flat Back Cupboard; Walnut Gate Leg Table; Oct. Walnut Pedestal Games Table; Corner What- not; Bishop Brandy & Forest Green Rockers; 2pc. 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This Week ● Canadian Statesman ● NEWS ADVERTISER ● Times-Journal ● durhamregion.com Edwards family opens home at Christmas to seniors who need the company By Mike Ruta Staff Writer AJAX –For Andrea Edwards and her family, Christmas doesn’t mean presents and all the hype that goes along with the holiday season. It means reaching out to others. So once again this Christmas Day, the Edwards’ are opening their Ajax home to those who will be alone, especially seniors, inviting them to a traditional Christmas dinner. After all, Dec. 25 is a special day for Christians worldwide, includ- ing the Edwards family. “The main reason I’m doing this is because Jesus would do this,” she says. “That’s the way He would be celebrating his birthday. He’d be celebrating with the people who are in need.” Andrea, her husband Roger, and daughters Daisy and Cristal did the same last year. Mo re than 20 people came and the Edwards were ready with three turkeys. Many volunteers offered their help. Some who came brought and played musical instru- ments, and Christmas carols were sung. “The community wanted to be so involved,” Ms. Edwards says, describing it as an “amaz- ing” day. It wasn’t just those who at- tended the dinner that were grateful to the Edwards. “We had over 100 calls from people saying, ‘thank you for what you’re doing.’ It was un- believable,” says Ms. Edwards. She was a frequent volunteer at places such as the Whitby Jail, where she counselled in- mates. Ms. Edwards says her daugh- ters had no problem sharing cityofpickering.com/winterfest Winterfest New Year’s Eve Free Family Event Skate, Swim, DJ’s, Prizes & Countdown Dec. 31 @ Rec. Complex Time 7 to 9 pm, 905.683.6582 BRUCE BISSELL 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario: (between Westney and Harwood) BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 683-6561 0% Financing on most 2002, 2003 vehicles OAC. Fin. eg. $10,000 @ 0% 48 mo. = $208.33 mo. 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The couple and their daughters are inviting anyone spending the holidays alone this year to join them for Christmas dinner. ✦See Local page 9 Students miss the comforts of home during the holidays By Rachel Debling Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM – As the fall se- mester begins to wind down, and the last of the exams are coming to a close, students who live on campus often find them- selves wishing for the com- forts home has to bring. Many have not seen their families since Thanksgiv- ing, while others have not had the privilege of return- ing home all semester. Pranav Sharma is one such student. Mr. Sharma, a business administration student working towards his gradu- ate certificate at Durham College, hails from India but has found a home with a Whitby family through the home-stay program in con- junction with the college. Having travelled across the globe this past Septem- ber to attend Durham, Pranav has not seen his family in four months. While he does speak with them every few weeks, he sometimes finds himself missing his life in India. “I don’t have any relatives down here,” he says. “You are always going to miss your home. That is the one thing you can’t escape from.” Unable to return to India at this point due to the high cost of travel, Mr. Sharma will spend his winter break in Durham region, partici- pating in a new and strange ritual - Christmas. “In India, Christmas is not a big festival,” he said. Usually, the Hindu New Year, which is celebrated in early November, attracts the most attention in his homeland. Although Mr. Sharma has never taken part in the Christian celebration be- fore, he is looking forward to experiencing the sights and sounds of the holiday season. Unaccustomed to the traditions here in Cana- da, he finds himself asking his host family many ques- tions about the cultural sig- nificance of many Christ- mas symbols, from holly to roasted turkey. “I don’t know what (my host family) does for Christ- mas,” Mr. Sharma said. “This is completely new to me, so I’m like a child trying to understand this new cul- ture.” For those students who are unable to return home for the holidays, but wish to keep in touch with their families, there are options available. According to San- dra Chiovitti, a member of the communications de- partment at Canada Post, students have many alter- natives when it comes to sending loved ones their good wishes. “Every day, Canada Post pushes 37 million pieces of mail,” Ms. Chiovitti said. “This number goes up by 20 per cent during the holi- days. “If you use Xpresspost, students can send pack- ages and mail right up until Dec. 22 and still have them arrive in time for Christ- mas,” says Ms. Chiovitti, re- ferring to domestic pack- ages and letters. “It costs a bit more, but it guarantees that it will get there on time.” As for Mr. Sharma, he will have to make do with the life he has etched for him- self in Whitby. While it may be different from what he is accustomed to, he is thank- ful he has found a place to belong. “I will be celebrating Christmas with my host family,” he said. “After all, it truly feels like they are my family now.” WHITBY 1540 Dundas Street East Northwest corner of Thickson & Dundas 668-4300 PICKERING 1755 Pickering Parkway Northeast corner of Hwy. 401 & Brock Rd. 427-2047 MATTRESSES • FURNITURE • LINEN • FUTON S Financing Available • Credit Cards Accepted Guaranteed Best Price! NO INTER E S T NO PAYM E N T S ! 3 MONTHS O.A.C. Single $ 329 75 Double $ 379 95 Queen $ 399 95 Sets From: FUTON MATTRESS & FRAME FROM $ 149 95 $ 149 95 PILLOWTOP MATTRESS SET *On Any Item Over $200 Don’t Miss It! Don’t Miss It! Don’t Miss It! GST GST GST PST PST PST NO P.S.T. NO P.S.T. NO P.S.T. * * * * SALE PRICED! SALE PRICED! SALE PRICED! NO G.S.T. NO G.S.T. NO G.S.T. BOXING BOXING BOXING WEEK SAVINGS WEEK SAVINGS WEEK SAVINGS A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Far from home Pranav Sharma is far from home this holiday season. The busi- ness administration student at Durham College is looking for- ward to celebrating his first Christmas here in Durham. Black Pearls group offers organization a boost AJAX —It Takes A Vil- lage is the lucky recipient of proceeds from fund- raising by Black Pearls Community Services this year. It Takes a Village is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing so- cial, cultural, and educa- tional programs for immi- g rant and families of colour in Ajax/ Pickering and surrounding areas. Yaa Shange, Village ex- ecutive director, said the donation will help the or- ganization. “I was pleasantly sur- prised to hear from Black Pearls and to hear what they were doing for us,” said Ms. Shange. “We re- ally do rely on community support. All of our tutor- ing and literacy programs are free for children and we are not a funded orga- nization. This definitely helps us with basic oper- ating expenses.” Black Pearls will be pre- senting It Takes a Village with a cheque for $350 on Dec. 27 at the Durham Celebrates Kwanzaa event. Black Pearls Communi- ty Services, Inc. is a com- munity service group committed to the ad- vancement, development and education of the black, West Indian and African community in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P Slashes Prices Across The Board No Exceptions Will Be Made! 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The Alexander Graham Bell Public School com- munity has rallied around the families, whose shared house in Westney Heights was gutted by fire Dec. 12. Students, staff and parents came through with money, gifts and food for their class- mates. “We have had an incred- ible outpouring of love for these two families,” says vice-principal Wendy Holmes. The two families “lost everything” in the blaze, escaping with just the clothes on their back, she says. It will take six months to restore the house, and in the mean- time the families are stay- ing with relatives in Scar- borough, says Ms. Holmes. “Since it’s Christmas, the families here at the school and the staff want- ed to do something for these families,” she says. The students held a dance on the last day of school before the Christ- mas break, raising close to $300. In total, over $1 ,000 in cash and gift cer- tificates have been col- lected. But there’s more. The Mo ms Who Care group in the school made up a food hamper for each of the families. The Christian Life Centre is creating a Christmas dinner ham- per, including turkey and all the trimmings. Others have brought in toys and other items to help the families through a diffi- cult time. “We’re not surprised,” says Ms. Holmes. “It’s just a fantastic school. We have wonderful families.” Anyone who would like to make a donation to the families is invited to con- tact Ms. Holmes at the school after the holiday break, at 905-683-7368. She says cash and gift certificates for local stores are best. Ajax Deputy Fire Chief Matt Pegg says the fire caused about $150,000 in damage to the MacDer- mott Drive house. 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Guest speakers will be Frank McGee, manager of the AIDS Bureau with the Ontario health min- istry, and Rick Kennedy, executive director of On- tario AIDS Network. The afternoon will begin with lunch at noon, followed by Mr. McGee’s speech on Ontario’s pro- posed HIV/AIDS strategy through to 2008 at 1 p.m., and Mr. Kennedy’s talk at 3 p.m. on the status of the HIV/AIDS movement in Ontario and issues facing AIDS service organiza- tions and their clients. The AIDS Committee’s annual meeting will follow at 5:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Holiday Inn, 1011 Bloor St. E., Oshawa. Seating is limited. RSVP to the AIDS Committee at 905-576-1445 by Jan. 9. By Christine Grimes Special to the News Advertiser Add some fuss-free sophistica- tion to your next get together. These succulent lamb chop hors d’oeuvres are simple to pre- pare and look spectacular. Arrange them with the bones pointing up for a dramatic effect. The recipe can easily be halved, but beware - your guests may salivate for more! Pepper-herb lamb finger chops Adapted from Homemaker’s Magazine 1/2 cup (125 mL)red pepper jelly 1/4 cup (50 mL) f inely chopped fresh rosemary (about 2 bunch- es) 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 thawed racks lamb, each about 300-350 g (2/3-3/4 lb) 1 tsp (5mL) salt In small heatproof bowl, com- bine red pepper jelly, rosemary and garlic. Heat in microwave until melted, about 30 seconds. Stir until well combined. Re- serve. With sharp knife, cut racks of lamb into individual chops. Brush both sides of chops with red pepper jelly mixture. Sprin- kle evenly with salt. Coat broiling pan or rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Place chops on pan. Preheat broiler and raise oven rack to about 4 in (10 cm) below element. Broil chops, turning once, 4 to 5 minutes for medium-rare or 7 to 8 minutes for medium-well. Chops can also be grilled. Makes approximately 32 single servings. Christine Grimes is a food writer living in Whitby. She studied culinary arts at George Brown College. Add some fuss-free sophistication to party A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Store Hours: Mon. - Wed. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun . 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 900 Champlain Ave., Oshawa 1-800-642-4561 or (905) 723-5211 *Administration fee of $49.95 and taxes, due at the time of purchase. *Credit equal to the value of GST Rocker Recliner Reclining Wing Chair Rocker Recliner Rocker Recliner Leather Finese Rocker Recliner Sofa Bed Sectional With Chaise Lounge Starting at Stationary Sofas Starting at NO GST or Don’t pay until 2005 BLOWOUTsaveup to 50% throughout the store $39999 $47999 $53999 $85999$74999 $319999 $99999 $64999 ONE WEEK ONLY!Reclining Wing Chair PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 1080 Brock Rd. Unit 8. Pick. 831-6040 Ask about our In-Home Service HYW 2 401 BAYLYBROCK RD.RECOVER YOUR SOFA $48900 fabric included Try out these fruit and veggie snacking ideas: • peanut butter spread on ba- nana or celery • marinated cauliflowerettes • vegetable cocktail with celery stirrer • frozen banana rolled in chopped nuts • plain yogurt with peach slices sprinkled with cinnamon • partially thawed frozen straw- berries or grapes • frozen fruit juice Popsicles • cucumber and onion marinat- ed in vinegar • put fruit and veggies on a shish kabob stick • add apple and mandarin or- anges to salad • try orange, apple, prune and cranberry juice • top whole-grain cereal with sliced bananas, kiwi or dried fruit • heat up veggies from last night’s dinner and sprinkle with g rated Parmesan cheese • take a second helping of veg- g ies at dinner Source: Healthy Eating For Life newsletter from the Durham Region health department and www.5to10aday.com. OPEN BOXING DAY Friday, Dec. 26th 10 4 with special SURPRISE SAVINGS! AM TO PM CLOSED DEC. 24TH TO PREPARE FOR OUR YEAR-END EXTRAVAGANZA! SPECIAL BOXING WEEK SALE HOURS FRI., DEC. 26th – 10am to 4pm SAT., DEC. 27th – 9am to 5pm SUN., DEC. 28th – 11am to 5pm MON., DEC. 29th – 10am to 9pm TUES., DEC. 30th – 10am to 9pm WED., DEC. 31st – 10am to 4pm DO NOT PAY FOR SIX MONTHS WITH YOUR SMITTY’S ACCOUNT CARD PLEASE ASK FOR DETAILS SEE SPECIAL BOXING WEEK STORE HOURS ABOVE! SHOWN HERE ARE A FEW EXAMPLES OF THE EXCEPTIONAL VALUES ALL LEATHER RECLINER YOUR CHOICE OF 4 COLOURS SALE $699 ALL LAMPS, ACCESSORIES & WALL DECORATIONS 25% OFF ALL ADVERTISED ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE k0462887DESCRIPTION SALE PRICE EA.QTY. 4 LA-Z-BOY RECLINING SOFAS $1199 3 4-PCE. OAK BEDROOM SUITES $1799 8PALLISER LEATHER SOFAS $999 4 CONTEMPORARY SOFAS $799 9 7-PCE. COUNTRY DINETTES $799 8 SOFA BEDS – ASSORTED COVERS $599 6SMALL CHINA UNITS $599 10 CORNER CURIOS $299 12 OAK ENTERTAINMENT CENTRES $399 16 5-PCE. COUNTRY DINETTES $499 20 CARVED ARM DECO CHAIRS $349 8 3-PCE. LEATHER MATCH LIVING ROOMS $1999 8 3-DRAWER BOMBE CHESTS $599 THE ULTIMATE of the Year! SLEEP SALE EVERY SERTA & KINGSDOWN MATTRESS SALE PRICED! DESCRIPTION SALE PRICE EA.QTY. 30 SOFA BACK TABLES $99 40 STONE & GLASS SOFA TABLES $119 20 PINE COFFEE TABLES $119 40 CORNER COMPUTER DESKS $99 30 QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS SETS $599 4FUTURE TRADITIONAL SOFAS $999 5 SKLAR TRADITIONAL SOFAS $799 4 CONTEMPORARY SECTIONALS $1799 8PALLISER LEATHER SOFAS $999 8 CONTEMPORARY SIDE BOARDS $699 7 DURHAM SOLID CHERRY BEDS $599 8 OAK SOFA BACK TABLES $149 10 TRADITIONAL SOFA BEDS $699 5 PIECE SUITE $599 Canada Limited 5 PIECE DININGROOM Windsor style chairs with beautifully shaped seats, turned legs and stretchers. Round pedestal table 48" x 48" opens to 72" x 48" with its own 24" leaf. Medium oak finish. EXTRA C H A I R S AV AILABLE A T SALE PR I C E S PICKERING SHOWROOM 1099 Kingston Road. Just North of Hwy. 401. Heading East...Take Whites Rd. 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NO MESS OR DAMAGE Central Vacuum Boxing Week Blowout ON NOW! $599$599 NO GST NO PSTNO GST NO PST All Central Vacs NO GST & PST R E P A I R S T O A N Y V A C U U M F R E E E S T I M A T E S5610 S5682 Limited Time Offer! S5682 NO PST ON ALL VACUUMS $149$149 Hoover Upright Breath Easy NO PST U5104-900/black Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo It’s been a good day, mate PICKERING –– Debe Crotty is heading back home after fine-tuning her craft at Vaughan Willard Public School. The Australian teacher has been offering her wisdom to students at the school for the past few months and received a big hug of thanks from Jennifer Park, along with some gifts and a rousing rendition of ‘Waltzing Matilda.’ www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 PAGE 9 A/P ® Pickering Town Centre - Lower level, Sears Wing Boxing Week Clearouts! Instant Cellular rebates Up to 50% OFF selected cordless phones Up to 70% OFF selected cellular accessories FREE installation plus rebates on Expressvu Pickering Town Centre Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. Pickering Home Design Centre PICKERING OUTLET HWY 401 Sears Pickering Furniture & Appliance Outlet 1755 Pickering Parkway (Formerly Sport Mart at the Pickering Design Centre) Holiday Store hours: New Year’s Eve Open 10 am - 5 pm CLOSED NEW YEAR’S DAY SEARS CLUB CardsWelcome Shop often...save big on Sears quality at discounted prices Special offers in effect 3 days only. Friday, December 26th, 03 until Sunday, December 28th, 03 or while quantities last.Copyright 2003. Sears Canada Inc. SEARS® Personal shopping only. All merchandise sold “as is” and all sales are final. No exchanges, returns or adjustments on previously purchased merchandise, savings offers cannot be combined. No dealers: we reserve the right to limit quantities.While quantities last. Prices do not include home delivery. Although we strive for accuracy, unintentional errors may occur. We reserve the right to correct any error.‘Reg.’,‘Was’ and ‘Sears selling price’ refer to the Sears Catalogue or Retail store price current at time of merchandise receipt. Offers valid at Sears Pickering Outlet Store only. Merchandise selection varies by store. For other hot deals,visit the Outlet Site at www.sears.ca. CHECK OUT OUR UNADVERTISED IN-STORE MANAGER SPECIALS OFF PRICE EVERYDAY!!™ Our stores receive merchandise already drastically reduced plus special buys and everyday good values. Huge selection of Furniture, Mattresses, Box Springs & Major Appliances 10-30%off Sears Retail Regular Price plus low prices on reconditioned, damaged and marked items Store hours: Mon. - Wed. 10 am - 6 pm Thurs. & Fri. 10 am - 9 pm Saturday 9:30 am - 6 pm Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm IT’S LIKE THERE’S NO TAX ADDED*on • ALL RANGES • ALL REFRIGERATORS •ALL WASHERS & DRYERS • ALL LAMPS • ALL EXERCISE EQUIPMENT • ALL TOOLS • ALL FURNITURE *Sears will deduct from the item price an amount so that your total purchase, including applicable taxes, will be no more than the item price. Offer excludes framed prints, maintenance agreements, delivery charges. Offer ends Dec. 28, 2003. BOXING WEEK SALE! HO U RS: BOXING DAY D EC. 26 10AM - 5PM & DEC. 31 10AM - 5PM PLUS SAVE AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF† WHEN YOU USE YOUR SEARS CARD. †Sears will deduct 10% off from you purchase on approved credit. Offer excludes framed prints. Maintenance agreements, and delivery. DUNN’S Across from Currency Exchange Tailors - Oshawa Centre OPEN: SAT. 9:30AM - 6PM SUN. 11PM - 5PM A SIZE FOR EVERY MAN WE CARRY SUIT SIZES FROM 34 TO 54 *APPLIES TO ALL SUITS, LEATHER COATS, OUTWEAR $ 150 00 AND OVER. DUNN’S PAYS THE THE EQUIVALENT OF BOTH TAXES. NO GST NO PST DOORS OPEN 8:00 A.M. FRI. DEC. 26 HURRY IN! GST* DUNN’S BOXING WEEK SALE PST* OPEN BOXING DA Y 8:00 A.M. TO 9 P.M. DEC. 26/03 SALE ENDS WED. DEC. 31/03 MEN’S L EATHER C OATS & J ACKETS MEN’S S UITS MEN’S S PORT J ACKETS MEN’S O UTER W EAR MEN’S C ASUAL S LACKS MEN’S C ORDUROY S LACKS / / 2 2 1 1 A L L A L L P R I C E PRICE Oshawa Centre Local family lends a hand because ‘that’s what life’s about’ their home with strangers on Christmas and loved last year’s din- ner. “My girls were raised to lend a hand, to help out, because that’s what life’s about; that’s what life should be about,” she says. Ms. Edwards says a lot of people have volun- teered again this year. Once again, the family plans to keep it “really simple.” So if you’re a senior with no family or friends to enjoy Christmas din- ner with, the Edwards in- vite you to their place. If you’re a bit too young to be classified as a senior, well, you won’t be turned away. However space at the Edwards’ place is limited, so call ahead to say you want to come. Besides, Ms. Edwards says the family has to know who’s coming “so we know how many peo- ple to cook for.” The dinner is from 5 to 8 p.m. For more informa- tion and to attend, call 905-686-7204. Recycle ✦ Local from page 1 A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 www.durhamregion.com January Features We focus on money management tips for businessand business people - from home - based businesses to the multinational executive. RRSP'S & FINANCIAL PLANNING Also This Month; Durham Trade & Commerce Magazine For Advertising Information Call 905-426-4676 Nick ext. 224 Cam ext.230 The Voice of Business in Durham Durham Business Times St ay fire safe over the holiday season DURHAM –The Fire Mar- shal’s Public Fire Safety Council is promoting aware- ness in hopes of decreasing the number of holiday fires and deaths. During November and De- cember 2002, 19 people in Ontario lost their lives to fire and many more suffered burn injuries. According to the safety council, the leading contrib- utors to fire are cooking, smoking and alcohol, which generally increase during the holidays. Combine that ac- tivity with holiday decora- tions, Christmas trees, fireplaces and candles, and chance of fire is even higher. The council also notes fires ignited by candles have been steadily increasing, having risen by almost 50 per cent over a seven-year period. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Community builders PICKERING –– Each classroom at Elizabeth B. Phin Catholic School adopted a family this Christmas through the Children's Aid Society, collecting toys for kids in need of a boost. Wrapping some of the numerous gifts are, from left, Jessica Wanzeller, Natasha Graham, Ka tie Holmes and Erin Baun, Grade 8 students and members of the builders club. Keep your kids safe and warm this winter DURHAM –Winter can pro- vide a wonderland for kids, but they can also be the most vulnerable participants in cold-weather activities. To make sure they are safe, Health Canada warns chil- dren can strangle on a cord or scarf. “Take the cords and draw- strings off their clothes,” rec- ommends the federal agency on its winter safety Web site. “Use a neck warmer instead of a scarf.” Children should also be dressed in layers to keep warm. Health Canada recom- mends their heads and necks be covered by a hat and a neck warmer. “Watch for frostbite and on sunny days, put sunscreen on their skin.” The agency also advises children should wear a helmet when tobogganing or sled- ding: • Choose a hill that is away from roads and parking lots. There should be no rocks, trees, fences or other dangers in the path. • Teach your children to slide down the middle of the hill, climb up the side and watch for oncoming sledding equipment. • Teach them to move out of the way quickly when they get to the bottom. Children should also wear a helmet when skating, says Health Canada. For more information visit www.hc-sc.gc.ca/english/fea- ture/winter/ or contact Health Canada at 416-973-4705. Wants thieves to know ‘they’ve stolen it from a sick boy’ By David Blumenfeld Staff Writer DURHAM –When thieves made off with Susan Gough’s Christmas deco- ration from her front lawn sometime during the night of Dec. 17, they did- n’t just steal a plastic or- nament. They also took a piece of her son’s Christ- mas spirit. “He’ll be really upset,” Ms. Gough said, upon learning that a 3-foot tall plastic ‘Frosty the Snow- man’ beloved by her son Tyler was taken from the yard of her home in the area of Brock Street and Rossland Road. She said Tyler, 6, is very sick with a disease that affects his muscles. He uses a wheelchair to get around and has to use a ventilator to breathe. “He’s very limited in what he can do, but he loved pulling on that Frosty’s nose,” Ms. Gough said. “That was one of the things he would do every day when he came home from school. “How dare they take that away from my son,” she fumed. “I just want them to know they’ve stolen it from a sick, 6- year-old boy. I want them to think about it.” Ms. Gough said the electric snowman, which she described as being one-of-a-kind in and around her neighbour- hood, lit up with coloured lights when plugged in. It was weighted down with bricks just outside her front door. “He was there last night, and now’s he’s gone,” she said, adding the pack of thieves were bold enough to sneak up and swipe the snowman from the front of her house, even though lights were on inside because Tyler’s nurse was up car- ing for the boy. “I think it’s just awful. Christmas is for kids, and for them to just come along and decide to steal him...it’s cowardly and silly. I’m so ticked off that they’ve taken that away from him,” Ms. Gough said. Ms. Gough believes local kids - likely teens old enough to be out past midnight - took the snow- man. However, she still doesn’t know where it might be. She noted the incident wasn’t the first time things have gone missing from her proper- ty. Near Halloween she said she had to buy at least five pumpkins be- cause they kept disap- pearing from her doorstep. “I’m surprised I still have plants in my gar- den,” she said. Staff Sergeant Gord McKechnie said word of the theft is not unusual for the month of Decem- ber. “It happens frequently every year at Christmas,” Sergeant McKechnie said “Kids often go up and down the street and (also) take Christmas lights.” Although Ms. Gough feels the theft was “a little violating,” she is deter- mined to replace the snowman because it brings much joy to her son. “We’ll just get more cre- ative in how we weigh it down,” she said. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 24, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P EXPIRES DEC 28/03 Excluding Licensed Clothing Excluding Licensed Merchandise Excluding GameWear Leather Jackets Excluding One Piece Composite Sticks and Shafts 699 KINGSTON RD, PICKERING We’ve Got Your Size Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING For Best Selection in Quality & Style. Come See Us Now. IT’S BOOT SEASON Need a Christmas Break? PARKWOOD The R.S. McLaughlin Estate 270 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa www.parkwoodestate.com Visit PARKWOOD ESTATE N ATIONAL H ISTORIC S ITE DECEMBER 27, 28, 29 & 30 AND JANUARY 3 &4 Tra ditional Afternoon Tea, High Tea or Light Lunch Tea for young ladies & gents also GREENHOUSE TEA ROOM ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FAMILY FUN Special kid-friendly heritage mansion tours Hands-on activities: Calligraphy, calling cards, cookies & fun craft projects House Tours Boxing Day Specials too! 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