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Wind project blows for north Pickering Turbines could power 4,000 homes By Danielle Milley Staff Writer PICKERING – The winds blow- ing across Pickering could soon be used to further power the city’s homes and busi- nesses. Eastern Power Limited has submitted a proposal to the Province to enhance its oper- ation at the Brock West Power Plant, located on the former landfill at Brock Road and the Third Concession, through the development of the Brock West Wind Park Project. Gregory Vogt, president of Eastern Power, said the pro- posal was triggered by the Province’s request in the spring for proposals for gener- ation of 300 megawatts of re- newable electricity. Mr. Vogt said the company is constantly looking at envi- ronmental technology and this is an opportunity to try something new. “There’s some information A class act returns Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING – Khallid Thomas put his thinking cap back on yesterday as the new school year began at St. Wilfrid Catholic School in Pickering and across the province. Khallid and other students in Carmen Vandersluis’s Grade 3 class started off with a little get to know your classmates scavenger hunt. NOTHING FUNNY New bills aim to curb counterfeiters News, A3 AN EYE FOR DETAIL Chrysler has it with the 300C Wheels, Pullout EXPERIENCE Henry finds lessons in Athens Sports, B1 [Briefly ] Pickering beach marked off-limits to swimmers:Five local beaches have been posted as unsafe for swimming due to elevated bacteria levels. Those considered unsafe for the week of Sept. 5 are: Bowmanville Beach East in Clar- ington, Elgin Pond in Uxbridge, Kins- men Beach in Scugog, Pickering Beach and Rotary Park in Ajax. Beaches remaining within safe bacteria limits are: Beaverton Beach North and South and Thorah Centennial Park in Brock, Bowmanville Beach West and Newcastle Beach Central in Claring- ton, Frenchman’s Bay East and West in Pickering, Lakeview Beach East and West in Oshawa and Whitby Beach. The Durham Region Health De- par tment collects beach water sam- ples throughout the summer, and re- leases results weekly. Teams needed for Pentathafun: The Pickering Village Museum Founda- tion is looking for teams to compete in tug of war, three-legged, wheelbar- row and sack races. The foundation is hosting the an- nual Fall Family Festival and the Pen- tathafun Sunday, Oct. 3 at the Picker- ing Village Museum as part of a Brougham Central Hotel fundraising afternoon. Teams require six players, with a minimum of two females. The entry fee is $150 and each team member receives a T-shirt with their group’s name on the back. The deadline for registration is Friday, Sept. 10. To r egister, call Pat Dunnill at 905- 839-4672. [What’s On ] Library to host fraud seminar: The Pickering Public Library is offer- ing a seminar to help people guard against an increasing problem. On Wednesday, Sept. 22, the li- brary’s central branch hosts a ses- sion on fraud awareness and preven- tion. Fraud costs consumers billions of dollars and affects thousands of Canadians every year, the majority of whom are seniors. The seminar is being offered by representatives from the Volunteer Resource Centre of Toronto and it is geared towards seniors. It teaches people how to recognize and guard against fraudulent offers. Registration is required for the seminar, which runs from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information or to regis- ter, call 905-831-6265 or 905-686- 0250 and press 0. 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Offer expires September 30, 2004. ™Rogers, Rogers Wireless, and the Mobius design are trademarks of Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. Jacobson details his past as Jones trial resumes By Jeff Mitchell Staff Writer DURHAM – It was a friend- ship struck in high school and forged in the fires of petty crime. Taking the stand in his own defense Tuesday, Cosmo Jacobson told a jury how he and Sean Hall - his longtime friend and co-accused in the murder of Ajax resident Roy Jones - met as teenagers, be- came friends and eventually fell into various criminal ex- ploits together. “We worked together; we’d hang out on weekends,” Mr. Jacobson said. “We even did a little bit of crime together.” During an afternoon of questioning by defence lawyer Jason Dos Santos, Mr. Jacobson, formerly of Picker- ing, described a lengthy and varied history of brushes with the law. He is the first witness for a defence case that began after a six-week summer break, and is expect- ed to be on the stand for sev- eral days. Mr. Jacobson is accused along with Mr. Hall of first- degree murder in the slaying of Mr. Jones, who was shot to death on Pickering Beach Road near his home Feb. 4, 2001. The prosecution is ad- vancing a theory that Mr. Jones was murdered to pre- vent him testifying against Flaherty vs. Tory Ajax MPP, main rival have their say in Durham By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM – Along with corn and grilled meats, Durham’s Conservative supporters also received some words from the provincial party’s potential leaders Wednesday evening. With the Conservative provincial leadership vote only weeks away, candidates were invited to speak Sept. 1 at a joint federal and provin- cial Durham Conservative Riding barbecue. Of the three running for the position, Whitby-Ajax MPP Jim Fla- herty and challenger John To ry attended the event, held at Raglan’s Trillium Trails. Candidate Frank Klees was unable to attend. “We’re one family,” Mr. Fla- herty told the crowd of about 70 Conservative Party sup- porters and politicians. “But we have to talk about who we are as Conservatives.” He said he told federal Tory leader Stephen Harper that after the Conservatives lost the federal election. Mr. Flaherty said there’s al- ways hot issues and opposi- tion for things the Conserva- tive Party has done, but it is their beliefs and values which have always gotten them elected. Murder accused testifies Investing in their children’s future A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo When they’re not hitting the books, from left, Alex, Eric and Lucas Jef- fery, along with mom and dad Pam and Scott find time for dirt biking. Mrs. Jeffery was surprised to find private school tuition was more reasonable than she expected. Private school parents find it pays to spend money in the elementary years This is the final of a three- part series looking at private schools in Durham Region, what they offer, why parents choose them, and the finan- cial challenges. By Mike Ruta Staff Writer DURHAM –Julia Siddall fig- ures she can pay now or later. The Ajax parent is referring to the $12,000 per year she spends so her son Matthew can attend the Exceptional Learning Centre (EXL), an Ajax private school. “Instead of saving up for college or university, I’ll put the money in now,” she rea- sons. “You’re investing in their future a little bit early, that’s how I look at it.” It’s pretty steep, but paying more goes hand in hand with sending a child to an indepen- dent school, and parents like Ms. Siddall feel it’s worth it. Before he started attending EXL, she says Matthew was struggling in the public sys- tem. Now he’s faring a lot bet- ter, thanks to the one-on-one attention he has received, hard to come by in public schools. The Jefferys balked when they thought sending their three sons to Scugog Christ- ian School would cost a small fortune. In fact, the north Os- hawa couple placed their old- est in a public school before learning the Port Perry pri- vate school’s tuition has a family rate. This fall, parents will pay $7,600 per family per year, with no limit on the number of children attending the school. “I think it has to be a com- mitment and a decision you make,” Pam Jeffery says of choosing, and paying, for a private school education. Ms. Siddall says not every- one has the means to even contemplate the move. “I know quite a few families (who) would be there tomor- row if they could afford it,” she says. The former Progressive Conservative government of- ✦See Leaving page A5 ✦See Ajax page A2✦See Pickering page A4 ✦See Jacobson page A2 “Sure there’s opposition, but there’s a difference between opposi- tion and standing up for what you believe in,” he continued. “There’s nothing wrong with standing up for what you believe in, that’s how we win.” He said he’s proud Durham now has a university and that’s some- thing the MPPs of Durham fought for and received. “You know the decision to make it, you know where that was made - in Whitby,” said Mr. Flaherty. He was Minister of Finance under former Premier Mike Harris when it was ap- proved. He said the university is some- thing that’s not just for Durham, but for all of Canada. As Conservatives, it’s their duty to enhance the stan- dard of living for each generation, he added. “It’s been a long time since we had a premier from Durham Region, in fact, we’ve never had a premier from Durham Region,” he said. “I look for- ward to your support Sept. 18.” When Mr. Tory spoke next, he said it is important to rebuild the Con- servative party and pay down the provincial debt. “We have basically no seats in any of the major cities, ” Mr. Tory said. They have a few, but not enough, he continued. “I think if we talk about fixing gov- ernment there’s going to be a lot of people on our side,” he said. Since Premier Dalton McGuinty was elected to office, all he has been doing is dismantling the things the Conservatives did, said Mr. Tory. He added they are so busy buying back clinics the Tories sold, the provincial L iberals haven’t been doing the things they should be, such as help- ing people. While Mr. McGuinty does what Mr. Tory called “muse and con- fuse over things like photo radar”, he doesn’t see anyone standing up ask- ing for it to be brought back. In business and in family, books need to be balanced and it should be the same in government, Mr. Tory added. While visiting Thunder Bay re- cently, he said he spoke to a couple who is still waiting for a birth certifi- cate for their grandson eight months after he was born. With the taxes we pay, there should be no reason why such things take so long, Mr. Tory continued. He wants to earn the confidence of the people and “turn the page” for government, rebuilding it without forgetting our heritage. Leadership voting day is Sept. 18. Mr. Jacobson, who faced several years in prison for his role in a home invasion robbery that took place in June of 2000. The launching of the defence will most certainly heat up the long but fascinating trial, which began in mid-April. Mr. Jacobson and Mr. Hall are represented by separate de- fence teams; their strategy so far ap- pears to be aimed at deflecting blame away from their clients and toward the other man. At the start of the trial, Mr. Jacob- son attempted to plead guilty to manslaughter, an offer rejected by Crown attorney Paul Murray. His de- fence team, which includes lawyer Douglas Usher, has drawn Crown witness testimony that portrays Mr. Jacobson as a lookout the night of the murder, while someone else pulled the trigger. During the first half of the trial the Crown presented to the jury many minutes of audio and video tape, on which the loquacious Mr. Hall de- scribes in detail how Mr. Jacobson - Mr. Hall referred to him affection- ately as “My Boy” - fired the fatal shots, while he acted as wheel man, coolly driving away from the crime scene while police cruisers con- verged on Pickering Beach Road. Yesterday, Mr. Jacobson opened his testimony with details of various criminal exploits and brushes with the law, including capers he and his then-teenaged friend, Mr. Hall, par- ticipated in. He described a few break-ins, including one instance in which they looted the home of a girl Mr. Hall was dating. And he told Mr. Dos Santos of one night when the two young men were cruising around Pickering listening to gangster rap when they were in- spired to rob a gas station. “I don’t want to blame the rap music ... but we were kind of hyped up that night,” Mr. Jacobson said. Mr. Jacobson described a number of other crimes, including credit card scams, thefts and the robbery of a man Mr. Hall had worked with. And he told the jury of a number of beefs for which he was arrested, but protested his innocence. Mr. Jacobson also remembered Roy Jones as a fellow student at Pickering high schools. “I can’t say we were friends, but I had a good acquaintance with his brother, Keith Jones,” Mr. Jacobson said in response to a question from his lawyer. Mr. Jacobson, an aspiring rapper, helped Mr. Jones, a singer, with an introduction to an acquaintance who ran a recording studio, court heard. Rap music was also playing the night the two friends went to the shore of Lake Ontario in Missis- sauga with a .45-calibre gun Mr. Hall had recently stolen, Mr. Jacobson told the court. “I remember specifically this song by this rap artist was on; it was something about popping off shots on New Year’s Eve,’ Mr. Jacobson told the court. Encouraged by Mr. Hall, who squeezed off a round first, Mr. Jacobson took the gun and fired it. “I put my hand up in the air and popped one,” he said. “It was shocking. This is a Colt .45. It’s so strong when you pop it, it knocks back your wrist.” Mr. Jacobson testified that in- stance was the only time he fired the gun. Asked by Mr. Dos Santos if he’d seen the gun used in any criminal enterprise, Mr. Jacobson said he had. “Twice,” he responded. “The home invasion, and the mur- der of Roy Jones.” The trial, before Superior Court Justice Donald Ferguson, continues. 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Jacobson recalls attack on Pickering gas station attendant Like to Sing? The Durham Community Choir invites you to join for the 2004-05 season. Anyone who loves to sing can join this non-audition choir. Learn exciting music to be performed at a winter and spring concert. Choir practices are at the Durham College Oshawa Campus Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Room C113 Course Code:MUSC 1905 Cost:$50. For more information please call 905.721.3052 www.durhamcollege.ca/conlearn COLLEGE Ajax MPP, Tory unveil their plans ✦ Ajax from page 1 ✦ Jacobson from page A1 New $20 bill unveiled with plenty of security features By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM –Feel it, tilt it and hold it up to the light - if you know the security features to look for on the new $20 bill, it’s easy to spot a fake. The new $20 - part of the Canadi- an Journey series - was unveiled Wednesday afternoon, but does not enter circulation until Sept. 29. The update of the 20 is the latest in the new series with only the $50 bill yet to be changed (its unveiling takes place later this year). “We’re releasing it obviously to combat counterfeiting,” said Manuel Parreira, senior analyst with the Bank of Canada. The new bill shares some traits with its predecessor, which was launched in 1991. It shares the same security features as the $100 bill and is similar in design and style to the $10 and $5 bills. “The new $20 is very familiar to the same one you have now. It is a similar green colour and the Queen (Elizabeth) is still there,” Mr. Par- reira said. There are several changes to help make detection of counterfeit copies of Canada’s “workhorse” de- nomination easier. The $20 bill has the largest number of bills in circu- lation. The new banknote has a holo- graphic stripe and when tilted, the brightly coloured numerals and maple leaves appear to move with- in the shiny metallic stripe on the front of the note. Another easy to detect feature is the watermark portrait. “When you hold it up to the light a ghost-like image of the Queen ap- pears in the middle of the note,” Mr. Parreira said. Also, when you hold the bill up to the light a see-through number is visible between the watermark and the large numeral (20) and a con- tinuous solid vertical line appears. From the back of the bill this secu- rity feature resembles a series of exposed metallic dashes that shift from gold to green when the note is tilted - similar to the gold-green square on the current bill. Other features include fine-line printing; raised print that makes the large numeral 20, the Coat of Arms and the words Bank of Cana- da/Banque du Canada feel thicker; and fluorescent markings visible under UV light. “We worked closely with compa- nies to put together a banknote that was very difficult to reproduce and easy to use,” Mr. Parreira said. Aside from the security features, the theme of the note is the arts. The back features four different pieces of artwork by Canadian Bill Reid and the quote on the back - in both English and French - is an ex- cerpt from a Gabrielle Roy novel. The new bill costs nearly 50 per cent more to print - nine cents, compared with 6.5 cents for the previous series. Mr. Parreira said the extra cost is worth it. “When you take a look at people not feeling comfortable using cash - in terms of consumer confidence and getting people to use money, it is important,” he said. 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The biggest problem used to be with $50 and $100 bills but as many stores stopped accepting them, counterfeiters started making smaller bills. Although the technology used for counterfeit bills is getting bet- ter, the security features on bank notes are also getting more sophis- ticated. “The real bills are getting better,” Det. Const. Renshaw said. “The problem doesn’t lie in the bill, the problem lies in that people don’t look at their money.” Det. Const. Renshaw said the machines can be fooled so it is best to get training from the Bank of Canada or the police. “People need to know what to look for but they also have to do the looking,” he said. Kathy McKay, executive director of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, hasn’t heard a lot of com- plaints or concerns, but did discuss the situation with one retailer. “She said the problem is ram- pant,” she said. “They check $5, $10 and $20 bills every time and... three to five times per day they have to refuse money,” she said. 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In total, the project would generate eight megawatts of en- ergy, enough to power about 4,000 homes Mr. Vo gt said. He ad- mits the wind in Ontario isn’t as good for generating power as in some other areas, “but there are a few sites that show initiative.” He added other benefits of the site include the resources already avail- able and that it is not prone to se- vere winds either. The company presented its ideas to the City. “We’re aware that they’re taking advantage of the province’s RFP (re- quest for proposals). We’re pleased to see a Pickering business partici- pate in that,” Mayor Dave Ryan said. The project would include signifi- cant investment and create jobs, said Mr. Vogt. “The industry would consider a project of this size to have over $10 million in investment,” he added. Mayor Ryan said if the project is approved, it could attract other new investment to Pickering. “Successful applications will be of benefit to the general business com- munity,” he said. The Province is currently review- ing all proposals and successful pro- jects could be announced by the end of the year. The public can obtain more infor- mation or comment on Eastern Power’s proposal by e-mail at estrn- pwr@interlog.com or fax at 416-234- 8336. DAVE RYAN A benefit to the general business community. Pickering pleased local company proposing project ✦ Pickering from page A1 Counterfeit bills a problem in Durham Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo They’re moose-keteers PICKERING – Jahmylle Spence, Amanda Xavier and Andrew Ofe-Brobe give it their all as part of the VV's Adult Support Centre's recent camp for children four to 16 years old. They were singing a song about a moose at the Revival Time Church on Kingston Road in Picker- ing. The centre aims to offer children and youth opportunities to participate in community activities while learning new skills. fered some help in 2001 when it an- nounced a partial tax credit for pri- vate school parents, saying for many the tuition was prohibitive and that it supported parental choice in educa- tion. By 2006 and afterwards, parents were to be able to claim 50 per cent on up to $7,000 of tuition per child per taxation year. However, the Dalton McGuinty Liberals wasted little time upon being elected last fall in quash- ing the credit. Elaine Hopkins intends to try and do something about it. She’s the exec- utive director of the Ontario Federa- tion of Independent Schools, and also principal at Bishop Hamilton School in Ottawa. But she’s retiring as an ed- ucator to go on a mission, to become ‘a friendly nag.’ “I tell people I’m leaving Bishop Hamilton School so I can sort Dalton McGuinty out,” she says. Ms. Hopkins claims the McGuinty Liberals don’t know what the inde- pendent school niche is all about. About three months ago, in announc- ing more public education funding in the coming school year, Mr. McGuinty said improvements were needed in the public system, citing a 40 per cent increase in the number of students attending independent schools over the last eight years. Ms. Hopkins says there was a 29 per cent increase between 1995 and 2001, and she “wouldn’t be surprised if it was close to 40 per cent” when in- cluding recent data. She says there are 833 independent schools in On- tario, educating roughly 112,000 stu- dents. She predicts the McGuinty educa- tion reforms, including smaller class sizes and more lead teachers in nu- meracy and literacy, will not be suc- cessful. “The way they want to fix the sys- tem is not responding to reasons why people are leaving, and that’s why they’ve got some serious problems,” says Ms. Hopkins. She believes the public system needs to be decentralized, to move to a system of school-based manage- ment where local educators address local issues like class sizes. And it should incorporate Montessori, Christian and other independent school options to give parents more choice, Ms. Hopkins says. Instead, after years of Tory reforms, the Liberals are now bent on putting their own stamp on education. “All this tinkering is driving people away; they’ve lost confidence,” says Ms. Hopkins. She notes that the credit favoured wealthier parents, since the amount they could claim was a percentage of the tuition. Therefore the higher the tuition, the more a parent would re- ceive. “If it comes back, we would lobby that it be a flat rate,” Ms. Hopkins says. She has formed a committee that includes representatives from the Jewish, Christian and Muslim school communities. “We’ve already asked for a meeting (with Education Ministry officials) and been told they’re not meeting with groups like us for a year,” says Ms. Hopkins. Aileen Collins says her family isn’t rich and sending her daughters to pri- vate schools meant a lot of sacrifices. For most of their elementary years, Katrina and Corinne attended the Durham Elementary Private School (DEPS) in Oshawa. Ms. Collins fig- ures she and her husband have spent roughly $150,000 on independent schooling. “We just did nothing for 12 years,” the Oshawa parent recalls. “We didn’t go on trips; we drove old cars. We kept life simple.” Like Ms. Siddall, she figured the early investment would pay off in the long run. “I was always hoping by the time they were ready there would be a uni- versity here,” Ms. Collins says, noting if her daughters attend the University of Ontario Institute of Technology it would be a money saver. “I kind of gambled and I won because the uni- versity is there.” She initially sent the girls to a Montessori school “as day care, so they would get used to school. “They just loved it. I just thought, ‘if it’s not broken don’t fix it.’ They were happy and doing well.” In Grade 6, her husband thought Katrina would benefit by going to a public school. She attended Harmony Heights Public School, and while Ms. Collins praised Katrina’s teacher, she was concerned that her daughter had no homework. When it came time for a parent-teacher interview, she learned that Katrina always finished it before class ended. She asked if Katrina could spend some time on the computer doing extra work, but in a 30-student class- room, computer time was hard to come by. “Come the end of the year, she wanted to go back to DEPS,” says Ms. Collins. “She didn’t learn very much, but we did. We learned that we’d been right all along.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 8, 2004 PAGE A5 A/P Why lose sleep over home heating rates? Introducing the Esso Comfort Rate Program. We want you to be worry-free when it comes to rising heating oil prices. That’s why we’ve created the Esso Comfort Rate Program. We’ll guarantee that you’ll never pay more than 61.9¢/litre, and if market prices go below the “Comfort Rate*,” you pay the lower price. For a low enrollment fee of $50, you can save all season long. So get comfortable and call us before September 30, 2004 to enroll. 1-866-749-ESSO (3776). † †Tr ademarks of Imperial Oil Limited. Imperial Oil, licensee. 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That’s where the Literacy Council of Durham has come to the rescue. The council invites members of the public to celebrate International Literacy Day with staff, tutors and learners at the McLaughlin Public Library Sept 8. The day will increase public awareness of the importance of liter- acy in everyday life, while emphasiz- ing the tailor-made teaching meth- ods between volunteers and learn- ers. “The one-to-one program is great,” says one grateful reader. “I got a lot of attention, and they are willing to work with my schedule.” The current campaign is designed to help people learn something about literacy, teach someone some- thing about literacy and to care enough to tell somebody about the literacy program. It is estimated by the council that more than 20 per cent of adults in Ontario have serious difficulties with any type of printed material, and another 44 per cent are capable of only the simplest of reading and writing tasks. Adults with limited literacy skills would have trouble calculating change, reading street signs, filling out a job application or using a bank machine. The celebration begins at 4 p.m. and runs to 7 p.m. at 22 King St. W., Suite 502, Oshawa. For more infor- mation, visit www.literacydurham.com or call 905-434-5441. Understand the dynamics of a birthday party M y children's birthdays are coming up in the fall, so I've been spending some time thinking about what to do for them. They haven't many party birth- days left, and so I want these last few to be special. We don't generally go overboard mind you, none of your helicopter rides, Britney Spears appear- ances or private Imax screen- ings, but we do have fun. One year, however, we blew it. I'm not sure what came over us exactly, a sudden onset of global conscience, an overripe sense of morality or maybe we just saw one too many Oxfam commercials. But one year we decided not to do loot bags. The party itself will be the loot bag, we reasoned. The kids will have so much fun that they won't need a bag full of sugary crap and disposable toys to walk away with. In the end we compromised and gave each child a couple of the helium balloons we'd decorated the place with. It was an immedi- ate and complete disaster. Neither my wife nor I was at all prepared for the soul-with- ering look a loot-less birthday partygoer can come up with. It was horrible. We had naively and stupidly presumed that the loot bag was not a big deal for the kids. We had forgotten that the loot bag is essentially the only rea- son a kid goes to a birthday party. They need that sack full of stuff. The birthday party, to any kid, is, very simply, an ex- change of goods. I bring a pre- sent, you give me a bag of goo. Everybody's happy. Fiddling, in any way, with that basic formu- la is like tampering with quan- tum physics. Very bad things can happen. And so we learned our loot- bag lesson the hard way. The next few Crone birthdays were a tough draw let me tell you. I had to pull out all the stops to get our rating back. In retro- spect, I'm still amazed that I somehow lost sight of the power of the loot bag. Loot bags make you feel great. They're the perfect buffer to a situation where you're not the special one. When you're a dis- tant second or third or tenth in line. You would think, living in the actor/writer's world of constant rejection, that I would be keen- ly aware of that. In fact, I have long lobbied for artist's loot bags. "Sorry, Mr. Crone, you're not at all right for this role, but here are some chocolate kisses to assuage your humiliation." Wouldn't that make you feel so much better. "Dear Mr. Crone, the manu- script you sent us is truly horri- ble. Whoever told you that you could write? You might want to take up acting. In the mean- time, enjoy this plastic puzzle." Corporations have been using a form of the loot bag for decades. How many confer- ences or launches have you gone to where you've come away with a cheesy logo-splat- tered polo shirt or a cheap plastic cooler with the compa- ny name on it? It may just be junk, and you'll probably toss it out, but it makes you feel, at least for a moment, that somebody cares. And isn't that, after all, what it's all about? Sunderland resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his columns. 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Right now the Region faces a challenge to the contro- versial, much-debated bylaw from the Rec Room, an es- tablishment at Bayly Street and Westney Road in Ajax. The Rec Room, in order to put itself on an equal foot- ing as a members-only club like the Royal Canadian Le- gion, has signed up 275 members, all of whom have signed a membership form that says they agree that the club will allow smoking. Such a move offers an intriguing angle on the whole public non-smoking issue. If a bar wants to impose membership rules on all of its patrons, and if those adults agree to accept that the bar is a smoking estab- lishment, should the bar be allowed to circumvent the smoking ban? An argument could be made that the bar is taking a hit on its patronage in exchange for allowing smoking. After all, it's members only. Such a move is not likely to be repeated on a wide scale throughout the Region. Many establishments want to cater to families and the food trade as well. There is no chance any private club will stand up, if mi- nors are allowed to enter the premises. Still, the Region has to make sure the bylaw is being carefully followed. After three months of inspections and reports, just one establishment has been fined under the auspices of the bylaw. That's a pretty good record for the entire Region when you consider that 2,900 inspec- tions plus 440 undercover surveillances have been done over 90 days. Just one fine in all of Durham Region... an indication that the bylaw is receiving vast and wide compliance. As time goes on, the Region will have to monitor the bylaw to make sure restaurants and bars continue to ob- serve it. In time, it may become as unacceptable to smoke in these establishments as it now is in offices, on transit or in hospitals. That's real progress. Loot bag letdown a lesson Keep all cars to 100 km/h maximum To the editor: We regularly hear of the police stopping cars that are travelling at speeds in excess of 140 km/h and even up to 200 km/h. What can be done about it? Let's in- stall a speed governor on every car. Our maximum speed limit in Ontario is 100 km/h. So have the governor set at 100. Let's look at the pros and cons for a moment. Pros: There will be fewer acci- dents. There will not be as many traffic jams due to accidents. There will be a reduction of in- juries and fewer insurance claims. We'll all get better gas mileage, have less wear and tear on our vehicles. Road rage will be reduced and police chases eliminated. Cons: There will be a cost to have it done, fewer collisions will keep body shops less busy, and you'll have to slow down. We have all heard by now that speed kills and the speed that a car can presently achieve on our highways is ludicrous. It is a proven fact that speed is a fac- tor in at least 40 per cent of all crashes. And generally the high- er the speed the more cata- strophic the accident will be. So let's try to do something about it. Neil Powell Oshawa Broad white paint lines not respected at stops To the editor: Someone is painting broad white lines to indicate where to stop - if you are a good driver who bothers to stop at all. But many drivers are stopping well past the broad white paint line. This makes it necessary for a pedestrian to walk into the cross traffic to get by the pro- truding vehicle. In spite of the hazard to those who ride motorcycles (water on paint lines is just like grease, and the rear wheel slides out on a turn), the legislators passed a law that makes not stopping at the white line an offence subject to a fine equal to not stopping at all. Mo torcyclist will just have to be careful. Without enforcement of the law making it an offence not to stop at the broad while paint lines, the paint is just a hazard to motorcycle riders and a hassle for pedestrians, too. D.E. Jordan Whitby Olympic medal haul not bad at all To the editor: Before all the naysayers get into a froth about the Olympic medal haul in Athens, maybe they should do a little basic math. The United States won 101 medals. Good for them. They also have almost 10 times our population to draw from. When Canada's 12 medals are multi- plied by the population ratio it comes out to 120! That's pretty good! What more do we expect from our athletes? They are amongst the best in the world for just being there. All the rest is gravy. To suggest that we should feel shame of any sort about their performance is utter foolish- ness. Congratulations to all our Olympians. You've done us proud. Take a bow. Mike Thompson Courtice Neil Crone e n t e r l a u g h i n g This week’s question: Are you confident or concerned about the direction Ontario's education system is going under the Liberal government? ❏ Confident ❏ Concerned ❏ Undecided Click and say Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last week’s question: Based on the results of the 2004 Olympic Games, should Canada invest more funding in amateur athlet- ics? ❏ Yes, but don't break the bank 38.6 per cent ❏ Yes, we need more medals 32.6 per cent ❏ No, they receive enough 28.8 per cent Vo tes cast: 132 Editorial cartoon Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community, we'd like to see it. The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser invites submis- sions from readers, so dig through your old photos or capture a new one. Include up to 80 words describing the circumstances of the picture, identify the people in it and when it was taken. 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NOMINATIONS Nominations may be filed at the Office of the Clerk of the Corporation of the City of Pickering,One The Esplanade, Pickering, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on Nomination Day, Friday, September 24, 2004, and during normal office hours during the period preceding Nomination Day for the purpose of nominating persons for the Office of City Councillor,Ward 2. Nomination papers and full particulars of procedures to be followed may be obtained at the Clerk’s Division, Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Interested in Working At the Election? Election Officials Needed for Upcoming 2004 Municipal By-Election The City of Pickering is looking for capable persons to work the 2004 Municipal By-Election.These are well-paid positions, and over 13 voting locations in Ward 2 of the City of Pickering need to be filled. Positions Available • Deputy Returning Officer • Ballot Clerk • Traffic Clerk • Revision Clerk Application forms can be picked up, and must be returned in person to the Clerk’s Office. Thank you to all that Apply. cityofpickering.com Ju st a little reminder from the Ajax Pickering Transit Authority! Information on High School Routes for Ajax and Pickering are available online,through your high schools,or at APTA Head Office. Check out our website for schedules and route maps at www.townofajax.com/apta or call 905.683.4111 @ your library™ Outdoor style fireplaces currently sold in the Pickering area such as the “Back Yard Max” (a steel firebox with a screened opening and short vent stack) and the “Chiminea” (a large clay fire pot with an opening for a fuel load and a short vent stack) should not be used in the City of Pickering. These units have been designed to be used as open air burning appliances. Open air burning is not permitted within the City of Pickering and is enforceable under Ontario Fire Code Article 2.6.3.4. Concerns regarding the use of these devices include: injury to persons coming into contact with the appliances hot surfaces, fire exposure hazards from sparks/embers for both the users and neighbors property as well as adjacent trees, grass and weeds. The use of these devices will also generate needless alarms for the City of Pickering Fire Services. Contact the Pickering Fire Services at 905.420.4628 or email fire@city.pickering.on.ca for more information. Improve your College Knowledge Confused about which college or university to attend? What should you even look for in a school? Pickering Public Library can help you find the answers to these questions and more. Come to a free presentation on post-secondary school information available in the library to help you choose the best school and program for you. 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Admission is free for those under age 12. “Ours is a real country fair, we try and keep it that way,” said Bruce Beveridge, secretary for the fair. “It’s still going strong after 140 years, we can’t complain.” Along with its display buildings and contests for ugliest bug, baking, vegetables, teddy bear, and quilts, among others, there’s lots to keep those visiting the fair busy through- out the weekend. “The Friday night has always been sort of a youth night,” said Mr. Bev- eridge. A tractor pull starts at 7 p.m. and continuous entertainment will be provided at the Rotary Bandshell during the night including dance, tae kwon do, Oshawa idol, and per- formances by the rock band ‘Fuse’. As part of the 140th anniversary celebration, there will be a special birthday cake decorating contest and cutting, a booklet for sale with tidbits of information from every year the fair existed, and special g uests including ambassadors, queens, secretaries, and presidents of the event’s past. Cakes entered into the decorating contest will be cut up and served to fair visitors at 1 p.m. Saturday. On Saturday there will also be a sheep show at 11 a.m., open dairy at noon, bardyard rodeo at 1 p.m., and performances by Dance Time Road Show with Chris Johnston, Herbie the International Circus Clown, and Dan the Music Man at the Rotary Bandshell throughout the day. An ATV pull is at 2 p.m. and the demoli- tion derby at 7 p.m. “It’s quite a popular event in the community and it draws a big crowd,” said Mr. Beveridge of the derby. Sunday is the fair’s family day with $1 rides for kids. At 9 a.m. is the Morgan and Heavy Horse shows, 11 a.m. is a cruise-in-car display and a poultry show, a beef show is noon, and a carriage pleasure driving show is at 12:30 p.m. Another Morgan Horse show is at 1 p.m. and a horse pull at 2 p.m. The Rotary Bandshell will feature ‘The Smudge Fundaes, comedy, drums, music, and dance. Those attending the fair can also check out the new Alpaca display, endangered breeds of sheep, horses, and chickens, as well as an exotic animal and petting zoo. Buildings open at 10 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. Saturday, and at 5 p.m. on Sunday. Please remember to recycle Fair fun for the fun of it Durham's agricultural side can shine By Shelley Jordan Staff Writer DURHAM –Those who have lived in Durham Region all their lives prob- ably have memories of the Orono Fair - also known as the Durham Central Fair - that date back to their childhood. Gord Robinson is one of those people. He said his job as fair man- ager begins one week after the fair ends and lasts all year, but he isn’t complaining. While there is a lot that goes into putting the fair to- gether and making sure the event is a success, the 48-year-old Clarington councillor said he receives a lot of support from fellow volunteers and thrives on carrying on a tradition he has been a part of since he was a young boy. “I grew up on a farm and remem- ber coming to the fair with my family when I was very small,” Mr. Robin- son recalls. “But I think the fair is important to me because it high- lights our agricultural community, and that’s always been a big part of Durham Region.” Mr. Robinson said the fair has ex- panded over its 152-year history. His earliest memories are of horse races that took place on the track in front of the grandstand. “It has changed so much,” he said. “The midway was once retained in- side the track, and had to be shut down during the races.” Horse racing no longer takes place at the Orono Fair, but the liberated midway sprawls over a larger area of the field and there are many events and sites for visitors to explore. The fair opens Thursday, Sept. 9 at 5 p.m. and runs until Sunday, Sept. 12 at 8:30 p.m. A children’s parade led by Durham Regional Po- lice begins at 12:30 sharp at Orono Public School Friday, Sept. 10, but students must be ready by 12:20 sharp to carry school banners and ride decorated bicycles (with a par- ent by their side) and floats to the fairgrounds, where they will receive free entry. Judging will take place in front of the grandstand followed by children’s games. During the games, which run between 12:45 and 3:30 p.m., the midway will be closed. The adult parade takes place Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. at Orono Cemetery. The theme this year is Agriculture Around the World. Pre-registration is essential by the evening of Sept. 9 because spaces are limited. Judging will take place at 10:30 a.m. and the parade begins at 11:30 a.m. Those who like to take in the sights, can peruse antique car and tractor displays, and visit various farm ani- mals being judged throughout the weekend. Crafts and art submitted for an opportunity to win prizes by various age groups will be on display. Other areas being judged include baking, photography, fiddling and a youth poster contest to name a few. A complete guide to Orono fair competitions along with rules and reg ulations and entry dates can be picked up at the Bowmanville Town Hall and at various shops across the Municipality of Clarington, though supplies are running out. The guide also highlights the time and location of events. Noise lovers might enjoy the tractor pull at 12:30 p.m. Sat- urday, Sept. 11, and the Demolition Derby on Sunday, Sept. 12 at 2 p.m., at the grandstand. Country singer Jason McGill performs at noon Sun- day. FALL FAIR TIME ONCE AGAIN IN DURHAM REGION Uxbridge Fall Fair secretary Bruce Beveridge and Maureen Hood, secretary for its home craft section, show off some of the quilts to be displayed at the fair this week- end. The event celebrates Durham's agricultural side. 2x10 Find Out What Your Home is Worth On-Line Visit: www.OnLineHomeMarketAnalysis.com Re/Max Quality One Ltd. LIFE DOESN’T ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL PAYDAY! 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See you soon. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 8, 2004 PAGE B1 P Sports &Recreation WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Cup quest City natives on the f ield for Canada... See page B2 Sports Briefs SEPTEMBER 8, 2004 Raiders hope Early Bird becomes prestigious date DURHAM -- The Ajax-Pickering 'AAA' Raiders host their first OMHA tourna- ment of the 2004-05 minor hockey sea- son Sept 16 to 19. The annual 'Early Bird' event, say or- ganizers, is an opportunity to see high- calibre hockey and many fu- ture stars. The tourna- ment committee hopes to make this one of the 'prestige' early- season tournaments in the southern Ontario hockey hotbed. This year's event has teams from all over Ontario, including Ottawa, Sault Ste. Marie and Windsor, in addition to 10 teams from the U.S., including Chicago. Glenn Healy, Pickering Panthers alumni, former Toronto Maple Leafs' goal- tender and current CBC hockey analyst, fresh off World Cup duties, will be on hand to present awards for some of the games on championship Sunday. For information on teams entered and game times, the Raiders have set up a website at www.ajaxpickeringraiders.com. Fusion soccer boys finish season with just one loss PICKERING — The Pickering ABCO Roofing/Formula Ford Fusion boys' under-16 regional soccer team added an- other accolade to a season of accom- plishment. Pickering clinched first place in its Central Soccer League division with a sterling record of 10-1-4. Earlier this summer, the Fusion knocked off several elite American teams to capture the prestigious USA Cup Tour- nament crown in Blaine, Minnesota. The Fusion went wire-to-wire for the title, ac- cumulating six consecutive wins and chalking up 16 goals along the way. Providing defence this year were Curtis Parker, Eric Zenaitis, Dieter Wald, Ke vin Kobold, Mike Broaderip, Shane Boyd and goalie Matt Dinunno; the mid- field was manned by David James, Joshua Reece, David Harris, Scott Ram- padarat, Kevin Campbell, Al Kara and Adam Volpe; and on offence it was Josip Bosjnak, Chris Neary, Leighton Parker and David Blair. Matt Dinunno, Sr. and Jason Volpe coached the team. Chip in for atom hockey club PICKERING — The Pickering Pan- thers minor atom 'AA' rep hockey team is trading in the ice rink for the golf course to raise money for the coming season. The team is hosting its second annu- al golf tournament at the Seaton Golf Club on Saturday, Sept. 26. Cost is $125 and includes a golf shirt, 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner, gifts, prizes and an opportunity to participate in a silent auction. All proceeds go to cover the team's costs over the season. For more information or to purchase tickets, make a donation, sponsor a hole or donate a prize, call Sandy at 905-426- 2077. Under-18 Pickering rep soccer squad captures league crown PICKERING — The Pickering Soccer Club's under-18 girls rep soccer team went out with a bang. In a thrilling ending to their last sea- son of youth soccer, Pickering posted an 11-3-1 season record and captured the championship in the Central Girls Soccer League's premiere division. Solid defence led the way as the team allowed the fewest goals of any team during the sea- son, with Morgan Kelly notching eight shutouts. The league is the second-high- est level of competition in Ontario. Over the August long weekend, the Phoenix became the first Pickering team to reach the finals of the prestigious Na- tional Capital Girls' Invitational soccer tournament in Ottawa. Returning to Pick- ering, the team shrugged off injuries, dig- ging deep to win the final five games and clinch first place. The season was a far cry from last fall, when the Phoenix were in danger of folding because they had no coaching staff. The Phoenix are co-captained by Jessica Gatens and Kristen Cavanagh. The rest of the squad is Tori Baker, Brit- tany Bishop, Jessica Bossence, Jill Costas, Tiziana Cotechini, Mary Faux, Cheryl Knopp, Sara Langford, Laura Mee, Shambe Mutungi, Sarah Nishikawa, Symone Parera, Claire Truesdale and Jenna Walsh. The Phoenix are coached by Ettore Bruno, assisted by Steve Bossence, and manager Larry Cavanagh. Games a great learning experience for Henry But Pickering sprinter blames exchanges for Athens relay result By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING -Anson Henry is enjoy- ing a self-imposed rest in North Car- olina. Resting, but also wondering what could have been at his first Olympic Games. It's not exactly the way the 25- year-old Pickering sprinter wanted his Athens experience to go. Everything leading up to the Canadian men's 4-x-100-metre relay team's heat at the Athens Olympics went without a hitch. Upbeat and prepared, the four-man unit that also included Nicolas Macrozonaris, 23, of Laval, Que., Toronto's Pierre Browne, 24, and Charles Allen, 27, of Brampton, was ready to leave it all on the track. But, for whatever reason on that fateful August day, the foursome couldn't put it all together. Starting from the outside Lane 8, the Canadians finished well back in seventh spot, failing to qualify for the finals. As far as an explanation of what went wrong, Henry says, after watching videotape of the heat, it was the baton exchanges that kept the team from moving on. "I've watched the race over and over again and the exchanges weren't as smooth as in practice. Lane 8 also had a bit of an effect on us. We couldn't really see anybody (from that lane). Every exchange I could see (the other teams) running through us. The way things were going in practice, I can't see how it went like that. We were kind of timid. "It was unfortunate. I definitely feel that we should have been in the final. If we were in the final, there's a good chance of medalling." In the lead-up to the relay, the 25- year-old says the training sessions in Grosseto, Italy just prior to the opening of the Olympics went ex- ceedingly well. "Everything went really well. The chemistry was better than it's ever been. We were all on the same page. We were ready to go, but it just did- n't happen. The moment went by so fast, it was amazing. If we had ran the race again, it could have gone to- tally different. Everything has to be done in a moment and the moment's gone and there's nothing we can do about it." Far from being bitter about the team's performance at Athens, Henry says it was a positive experi- ence. "It was my first Olympics and I'm trying to take whatever positive I can out of it." Personally, Henry says he ran his leg of the relay -- the second leg -- as well as he could. He felt no ill effects from a mild hamstring pull that oc- curred at a meet in Utah six weeks prior to Athens. "I was a lot better; the hamstring was completely better," he says. Henry admits the preparation for the relay, which was one of the final track and field events at Athens, meant he had little time to attend other Olympic events. He did, how- ever, watch the men's 100m heats, semifinals and final at a jam-packed Athens Olympic stadium. "Some other stuff I watched (on television) in the athletes' lounge. I watched a lot of volleyball, diving and gymnastics," he says. Although training in Italy pre- vented him from attending the opening ceremonies, Henry did at- tend the closing ceremonies, which was exciting. "The fireworks were amazing and the crowd was great. It was a great way to close the Olympics. I had a great time there." Henry says his short-term plan is to take some physiotherapy in To ronto and return to North Caroli- na to resume training under U.S. coach and sprint specialist Dan Pfaff. He plans to compete interna- tionally indoors and outdoors next year, with a renewed emphasis on the 200 metres in addition to the 100 metres. Most of all, he's prepared to gear his training toward being stronger and faster for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. "I should be at the peak of my ca- reer for Beijing, so I want to keep running, for sure," he says. Pickering rookie scores twice, draws assists in pre-season win PICKERING — A solid effort by rookie Aaron Zimner in junior 'A' hockey pre-season action Sunday went a long way to solidifying a ros- ter spot. The first-year forward came to the Panthers' rookie camp in Au- gust as someone admittedly not on the Panthers management radar screen. After a solid training camp and exhibition season Zimner's on- ice performances have definitely put him front-and-centre in the team's plans. The graduate of the Wexford Raiders 'AAA' midget team scored two goals and assisted on Jeff Birr's game winner late in the third peri- od, helping the Panthers defeat the L indsay Muskies 3-2 in OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior 'A' Hockey League exhibition action in L indsay Sunday af- ternoon. Zimner opened the scoring in the second pe- riod and then added the go-ahead marker on a breakaway. The Panthers (4-2 pre-season) played the Wexford Raiders at the Scarborough Arena Garden on Tuesday night after press deadline. The Pickering juniors resume pre- season action today (Wednesday) against the Ajax Axemen at the Pickering Recreation Complex at 8:30 p.m. Panthers' head coach John Winder says Zimner's effort on Sunday was more of the same hard work the winger has exhibited throughout training camp. "He really showed us he wants to play on this hockey team and he's committed to us," says Winder. "It's not based on Sun- day's game, but on all the other things he's been doing well at camp. He's been working his butt off. His play away from the puck has showed us he wants to play on this team." Winder is also more than satis- f ied with the work thus far from re- turning veteran forwards Richard Schofield, John Scrymgeour and Andrew Dissanayake, as well as veteran forwards Michael Banwell and Dan Sullivan. "All these guys are in good shape -- they're all so much stronger, big- ger and better this year." Following last night's game, Winder was hoping to cut down to a 23-roster in time for tonight's game against Ajax and Thursday's home date against the Capital District Selects from New York State at the complex at 8:30 p.m. The Panthers open the 2004-05 season on the road against the Ax- emen at the Ajax Community Cen- tre this Sunday at 3 p.m. News Advertiser file photo Sprinter Anson Henry’s first Olympic experience was a bittersweet one. The Canadian 4-x-100-metre relay team finished seventh in its heat, thus failing to qualify for the fi- nals. Being part of the Olympics, however, was something he won’t soon forget. Zimner zaps Lindsay Muskies Safe on the base Kyle Macpherson/ News Advertiser photo AJAX –– Ajax Spartans’ Brandon Wheatley slides into third base ahead of the tag of the Brampton Red Sox third baseman during action in the minor bantam select cham- pionship tournament in town last weekend. The Spartans played to a 1-1 draw. The Spartans and neighbouring Pickering advanced to the championship contest, with Ajax edging Pickering 4-3 for the title. Bloor defeated Sheridan 11-7 for the consolation crown. Pickering’s Peschisolido, Peters try to push Canada over the top By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Paul Peschisolido and Jaime Peters are teammates on the national men's soccer team and were originally from Pickering before mov- ing to Europe to seek fame and for- tune on the pitch. But that's where the similarities end. For Peschisolido, 33, he's admitted- ly near the end of his international soccer career, hoping to earn an elu- sive berth in the FIFA World Cup of soccer, set for Germany in 2006. He's returned to the national side after being away from the international game for several years. On the other hand, the 17-year-old Peters is just beginning his interna- tional career, earning his first cap for Canada against Guatemala on Aug. 18, which resulted in a 2-0 loss and a big blow to the country's qualifying chances in the CONCACAF region. Peters entered the Guatemala match in the 60th minute as a reserve. "When (coach Frank Yallop) first called me I was excited. It was my first cap for Canada. I did my best with the opportunity. I came out and did my best," he says. The team is attempting to push Canada into the World Cup for the first time since Mexico City in 1984. The job won't be an easy one. After the loss to Guatemala, Canada's chances took another hit on Saturday with a 1-1 tie against Honduras in a game played in Edmonton. The Canadians are in San Jose, Costa Rica for another qualifying game against the Costa Ricans today (Wednesday) with anything short of a win meaning Canada's qualifying chances will be finished. In fact, they must win their three remaining Stage 2 games to have any chance of moving to the next round. Peschisolido, who returned to Canada for the qualifying matches after starting the season with English First Division Derby County, says it's definitely his last hurrah with the Canadian national side. If the Canadi- ans fail to qualify, this will be his last year on the team. Even if Canada does qualify for the World Cup -- a tough chore in the 12-team CONCA- CAF region, considering Mexico and U.S. are favoured for two of three qualifying spots -- he's coy about play- ing in the World Cup in Germany in 2006. "Even if we were to qualify, I would be 35 or 36 come the next World Cup," he says in a phone interview from Ed- monton following a training session in preparation for the game against Honduras. "The main thing is to qual- ify. Even at 35, I think I would be fit enough to compete for Canada." Peschisolido says he returned to in- ternational competition with the ar- rival of new national coach, Yallop after a self-imposed hiatus. When Yal- lop took over from Holger Osieck, Peschisolido was eager to play again for Canada. Since first suiting up for Canada as a 16-year-old, Peschisolido has earned 48 international caps and counting. "He's a great fellow and a great leader. I spoke to him and wanted to come back (to the national team)," says Peschisolido. Peschisolido has enjoyed a long and varied 12-year career in English soc- cer since moving to the U.K. in 1992 to play with Birmingham City. He's cur- rently beginning again with First Di- vision Derby County after a success- ful three years with Sheffield United, also of the First Division. With Sheffield United Blades, Peschisolido was instrumental in pushing the squad into the fifth round of the FA Cup. Soon after the amazing FA Cup run, he was traded to Derby County, where he finished the final 11 games of the First Division season, scoring in several games. He's currently on a two-year contract with the Rams. Peschisolido says the transfer from Sheffield to Derby County was a bit- tersweet experience. Derby is close to his English home where he lives with his wife, Karren, a soccer executive with the Birmingham City Football Club, and his two children. "The training ground is just a 40- minute drive from my house. But, the last three years at Sheffield have been good. There's been pluses and nega- tives on both sides," he says. As for Peters, the right midfielder is excited to be part of the national side. So far, he's fit in well with the older members of the squad, including Peschisolido. "As a young player, the older guys have made me feel comfortable, so it's been really good," he says. Peters says he was brought on to the national squad after Yallop saw him play on the national under-20 team as well as with Toronto's CS Az- zurri. Yallop "asked me to come out and train and I did well." Following his stint with the nation- al team, Peters will return to England where he's been signed by Millwall of the English First Division. After at- tending several other tryouts in Eu- rope, he was snapped up by the Lions. To say he's excited would be an un- derstatement. "I'm looking forward to it. Playing in Europe is everyone's dream and I'm living my dream. I'm going to do the best with my opportunity," he says. 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January clos- ing.(905)666-8570. 4 TEDDINGTON CRES, WHITBY $229,900, Garden/Rossland Area 3 Bdrms, 2.5 Baths. New windows & carpeting. Finished Bsmt. Inter- lock walk & patio. 905-666-0030. OPEN HOUSE Sept 11th & 12th, 2-5pm. www.privateexchange.ca to view. 90 WAVERLY ST N,Ade- laide/Thornton area, Oshawa. $379,000. D'Angelo Executive 2-Storey backing onto prestige ravine. 4-Bdrms, 3-Baths, Living- room, Diningroom, Familyroom, Finished Basement. View at www.privateexchange.com 905- 432-1683. HOUSE FOR SALE, $279,900. 120 Hunter St, Kendal Wood/Dun- das. 3 bedroom, 2 baths, new carpet, deck, bathroom, soffit facia & eavestroughing. 85'x190' huge lot, all amenities. Down payment & financing available O.A.C. Raymond, (905)666-3436 1000 SQ. FT.(16'x66') unit in Oshawa. Overhead door w/11' clearance. Suitable for contractor, workshop, etc. $800/month inclu- sive. (905)571-5138 1800 SQ.FT.,industrial /commer- cial space. Available immediately, $1100+ GST. call Ron 905-720- 9900 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 sales experience. This position requires the candidate to sell print advertising into various publications, as well as sponsorships and exhibit space for various consumer and trade shows in a fast paced environment. Previous show experience is preferred. 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. Interested candidates should respond before Sept. 15th, 2004. NEWS ADVERTISER EXPERIENCED ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT REQUIRED For our magazine publications East of the City, Joe Magazine and On-Site East Magazine for the Durham Region - Are you energetic, motivated and eager to earn an incredible income in advertising sales? Look no fur- ther. If you have had experi- ence in advertising sales or oth- er related advertising products and would like an opportunity to work in a fun, fast paced en- vironment, contact me today with your letter and resume as to why we should hire you. mlea@durhamregion.com. Re- liable vehicle an asset! Please email your resume to: mlea@durhamregion.com 2 PART TIME Ontario Certified Teachers required teaching adults during the day in Oshawa & Scarborough. Enthusiasm, flexibility, comfortable teaching Math. Teaching Certificate a must. Ph. Rosana: 905-420-9930 LOTS FOR SALE Fully treed 1 1/2 acre lots across the street from Lake Scugog, only minutes to town from $69,900. Also 2 acre lots starting at $155,000. in the Town of Port Perry with fabulous views of the lake and access to the lake in a prestigious development. Call (905) 424-3086 or e-mail to: rick@fourteenestates.com SPA FOR SALE: Profitable spa and cosmetics store with trained staff located in high-traffic area of east Toronto mall. Owner transferring out of country. Call 905-602-5003 for more information, or visit: www.sunbeltnetwork.com/torontowest 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y C rt ., 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 ww.a j ax ap ar t m en t s .c o m 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments starting at $700. ●Renovated suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant free rent draw & rewards program ●Senior Discounts Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 INDUSTRIAL UNITS, next to Oshawa Centre., close to 401, bays with roll-up door. Also a unit that can be attached can be used for for work or office, ample park- ing, good for machining, tool & die, auto repair, detailing, hobby shop or other uses accepted in the zon- ing. All inclusive, very reasonable. Low budget storage units avail. (905)576-2982 APPROX. 350SQ.FT.for rent suitable for Aesthetician, office or mixed use. Lots of parking, good location in Whitby. Available Octo- ber 1st. Call (905)576-0823. KING & PARK, 824 sq.ft. 2nd floor office in newly renovated building, newer carpet, freshly painted, $824 month plus utilities. 905-259- 2020 TAKE OVER LEASE.I'm relo- cating. Complete 4 room office with washroom, front reception and kitchenette. Modern lakefront location in Port Perry. Suitable for professionals. $3,000. for lease- hold improvements. Call Debby 905-424-0965. MOTIVATED-GOAL ORIENTED 10-30k+/month 1st year potential. CALL 1-888-373-1715 NOW and we show you how to create your ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE.. AUTOMOTIVE DETAIL SHOP, well established in excellent down- town Oshawa location, excellent opportunity for husband and wife team. Good revenue, low over- head, asking $59,900. (905)571- 5138 COMMERCIAL CLEANING com- pany for sale. Pickering to Oshawa area, good income. Serious in- quires only.Call (905)666-3401. WORK AT HOME $529.27 Week- ly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703- 5655. 24hr message. www.The- HomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, To- ronto. M4Y 1Z4. 1 BDRM. BASEMENT APT.-with rec room, separate kitchen, 4pc- bath, laundry, parking, sep. en- trance, Avail. Oct. 1st. Oshawa. $650/all inclusive. 905-718-8949. 1 BIG basement apt, Finch/Whites Rd. area, all utilities incl., separate entrance, parking. No pets, no smoking. $650/month. First/last. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call Mary (905)420-5975 1-BDRM BASEMENT APT.sep ent, 4-pc bath, full size kitchen, parking. No smoking/pets. $675 in- clusive. Avail immediately or Oct 1. for quiet person. 905-721-9789, 905-922-6751 1-BDRM. BSMNT.newly reno- vated apt. Oshawa. Separate entrance, backyard, 4 appliances, c/a, 3-pc. bath(shower). $625/mo. +hydro. Available September 15. First/last & references. No smok- ing/pets. 905-623-6034. 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. 1350 SQ. FT.2 bedroom execu- tive, 20 minutes to Bowmanville, 6 appliances, jacuzzi tub, access to pool. $980 inclusive, except phone. Call (705) 277-3375 2 SEPARATE APTS. -Downtown Oshawa house, Spectacular 1- bdrm main floor, h/w floors, stor- age, front deck, front/back en- trance, parking, near amenities, $699/mo+util. COZY 1-BDRM, 2nd floor, fireplace, deck, great view, $649/mo+util. First/last, credit & reference check. Avail im- mediately. 905-619-6789 2-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Hwy 2/Westney. 4 applianc- es, central air, includes utilities, no pets/smoking, available immedi- ately. $800/month. Call (905)683- 9480 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., in quiet neighbourhood, very spa- cious, laundry, ample parking, non-smoking, available Oct 15th. $900 plus hydro. (416)508-2113 2-BEDROOM basement, sauna, Jacuzzi, separate entrance, $1100/month all inclusive, first/last. Available November 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Near all amenities. Call 905-686-5782. 2-BEDROOM extra large in quiet building, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry, ground level parking incl. 905-668-7758 2-BEDROOM main floor apt, Rit- son/401, on bus route, avail Oct 1, No smoking. $950 + utilities. First/last, references. (905)435- 4694 3 BEDROOM APT., air con., c/gas heating, references required. Pick- ering, near amenities. $1000+util- ities. Available Sept. 15th. (905)831-3465 or 905-839-9748. AJAX Westney/Hwy. 2, Large walkout bsmt. apt. Cable, parking, util. incl. No pets/smoking. Avail. immed. $700/mo. 905-428-7748. AJAX large bright 2-BEDROOM basement apt., separate entrance, Share laundry, full kitchen/bath, a/c, 2-parking, close to transporta- tion, no pets/smoking, $900/month inclusive first/last. Available imme- diately. Call (905)619-0833. AJAX Rooms, 1 Bed. & 2 Bed. bsmt. apt. Parking, laundry, close to all amenities. Available immed. 905-686-8905 416-562-0186 AJAX SOUTH,legal clean 2-bed- room basement apt with den, equipped kitchen, spacious living- room, parking, all inclusive. Share cost of cable. No pets or smokers. References a must. Available now $900/month, first/last. (905)428- 8624 AJAX, 3-BEDROOM main floor, semi bungalow, Bayly/Salem, quiet street, 2 car parking, laundry, no smoking, no pets. Immediately/Oc- tober 1st. $1200 inclusive. (905)686-8104, (416)834-9759. AJAX,33 Hearne Cres. Bright large 2-bedroom basement, large living/dining room, carpet and ce- ramic tile, laundry, full kitch- en/bath, pot lights. $900/inclusive. First/last. Available immediately.. Call (905)426-5435 AJAX,HARWOOD/CLOVER- RIDGE -Luxurious 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, newly ren- ovated, 5 appliances, professional- ly decorated. A must see. $950/incl. Avail. now. Call 416- 657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca AJAX, HWY #2/HARWOOD, 1400sq.ft. basement apt., 2-bed- rooms, close to all amenities, 1 parking space. $950 all inclusive. First/last, no pets, no smoking, available immediately. (905)619- 0618 AJAX, LARGE bright 2-bedroom walkout basement, family &stor- age room, eat-in kitchen, fridge, stove, utilities included. First/last, Single or couple preferred. No pets. $950/month. October 1st. (905)686-8469 AJAX,off Salem Road, beautiful, bright, basement apt., with separate entrance, laundry, parking shared. Non smoker, no pets, First/last, $750. Available Oc- tober 1st. Call 416-737-4675. AJAX,spacious 2-bedroom base- ment, dining/living room $1000 util- ities included. 1-bedroom base- ment $750. Both like new, private entrances, full kitchens, 4 appli- ances, 1 parking, first/last re- quired. Immediately. (905)426- 7341. A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 08, 2004 www.durhamregion.com PICKERING HEAT REPRESENTATIVE FASTBALL 2005 SEASON TRY-OUTS PLEASE CONTACT THE COACHES LISTED FOR TRY-OUT LOCATIONS, DATES AND TIMES Girls Squirt Born 1993, 1994, Al Gauthier (416)267-0551 Novice Born 1991, 1992, Rick McCoy (905) 666-7227 Colin Bashford (905) 831-4193 Bantam Born 1989, 1990 Dennis Bowes (905) 837-1995 Midget Born 1987, 1988 Len Marsello (416)707-6647(Contact Only) Orlando Joaquim (905) 668-6753 Boys Mite Born 1995, 1996 Liz Keith (905) 420-9049 Squirt Born 1993, 1994 Terry Perreria (905) 428-9039 PeeWee Born 1991, 1992 Wade Simpson (416) 518-2536 Junior Born 1982, 1985 Liz Keith (905) 420-9049 Call for Proposals Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) is accepting funding applications from organizations interested in obtaining financial assistance to provide Youth Employment Services to unemployed youth in Durham Region. Applications packages containing the full eligibility and proposal requirements are available at the Oshawa Human Resource Centre of Canada at: 78 Richmond Street West Oshawa, Ontario L1G 1E1 or on the Internet at www.hrsdc.gc.ca CFP-ON-0405-OSHAWA-003 Proposal and funding applications must be received no later that 2 p.m. on Sept. 29, 2004. Please make any inquiries with respect to this Call for Proposals to: Carl Gulliver Human Resources and Skills Development Canada carl.gulliver@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca Please quote CFP 003 in the subject line. Toronto International Centre November 5-7, 2004 Oshawa Civic Auditorium October 15-17, 2004 Richmond Hill Sports Centre October 23-24, 2004 Craft & Decorating ShowCraft & Decorating Show Vendors WantedVendors Wanted For info call Lisa (905) 426-4676 ext. 227 (905) 426-4676 ext. 227 BAYWOOD CENTRE Corner of Bayly St & Monarch Ajax (No Frills Plaza) Invites You To Our 9th Annual SIDEWALK & YARD SALE Saturday September 11th 8 am to 2 pm - Rain Or Shine Over 50 Tables! Lots of entertainment, Clowns, Magicians, Face Painters and more... FREE ADMISSION GARAGE/YARD SALE PRICING: This size $49.00 +GST runs Friday Ajax Pickering News Advertiser Deadline: 2:30 Thursday More info. 905-683-0707 A P P RO V E D ! A PPROVED! M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R MENZIES CHRYSLER Bank says ... “NO” Dave says ... “YES” No Credit, Bad Credit, “NO PROBLEM” Phone DAVE Today DRIVE AWAY TODAY Cell: 905-424-3484 Tol l Free: 1-888-269-1687 www.ezautoloan.net EXHIBITORS WANTED FOR UPCOMING SHOWS •The World of Women Show •Sept. 18 & 19 - Pickering •The Men's Show •Sept. 24, 25 & 26 - Pickering •Metro East Fall Home & Renovation Show •Oct. 15, 16 & 17 - Pickering •Health & Wellness Expo •Nov. 6 & 7 - Oshawa For more information call 905-426-4676 ext. 222 AJAX,Westney/401. Basement studio apartment, separate entrance, separate driveway, laundry. No pets. $675 plus 1/3 utilities, Available September 15th. Call Keith (905)683-9659. AJAX/PICKERING - 2-bedroom basement apts. Large, 4 applianc- es, parking, close to schools, shopping. $800/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. Sept/Oct 1st. Call Richard - Days 416-865-7864 even- ings/weekends 905-686-9662. 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 $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BASEMENT APT.for rent. Ajax, bright, walkout to patio, with 4 pc bathroom, kitchen. Perfect for sin- gle professional. $700/month. Available Sept. 15th. 905-426- 9471. BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa (Conveniently located near No Frills)- 1 & 2 bedrooms $575+ $745+ hydro ($50/mo) avail. immed. - Also available 2 bed. $745. +hydro, available immedi- ately. First/last/1-parking. Im- maculate, nice, well-maintained, bright, clean. Laundry, small build- ings. Bus stop at door. No pets. 905-668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOND/SIMCOE,two Spacious 1 bedroom apartments, $660+hydro. Available immediately Both have new appliances, laundry fac. on- site and parking. Call 905-434- 7931. BOWMANVILLE -One bdrm. apt. Lower level, raised bungalow. Parking, separate entrance, non- smoker. Totally renovated, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, large bedroom, c/w, wall/wall closet, x-large front living rm. $875/share utilities. Re- fernces. 905-623-4926. BOWMANVILLE-spacious one bedroom apt. available Sept. 1st. Quiet location. Newly decorat- ed/new appliances. Free parking. No smoking/pets. $790 util. includ- ed. Adult lifestyle building. Call 905-623-3894. BROOKLIN - Prime downtown lo- cation, walk to all amenitis. Open- concept one large room on 3rd floor, recently renovated. New fridge, share 4pc. bath, $475/mo. ALSO main floor bachelor apt, 2 appliances, 4pc. bath, sep. en- tance, parking. $595/mo.+hydro. No pets. First/last. Both avail. now. 905-424-9743 BROOKLIN,1 bedroom, base- ment apartment. 900sq.ft. 1 bath- room, gas fireplace, separate en- trance, parking, laundry hook-up. $875/inclusive. First/last. Avail- able immediately. No smoking. (905)655-7979 CENTRAL NORTH OSHAWA, quiet clean 2 bedroom, main floor in quiet small building, own en- trance, includes fridge, stove, parking, all utilities. $765 all inclu- sive.. Also Courtice area, furnish- sed bachelor apt. A-1. Call (905)723-0393 CENTRAL OSHAWA - in triplex house with backyard, parking, one bachelor, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, all inclusive. Available immediate- ly.(905)655-5789 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE large 2-bedroom basement apt., near schools, bus route, community centre, includes utilities, parking, laundry, $950/month, first/last. Available Oct 1st. (905)404-0912 DUNDAS/COCHRANE - Large Multi-level 2 & 3 bedroom apt. available. Close to school/shop- ping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-666-1525. DUPLEX 2 BEDROOM + DEN Apartment, Oshawa. Utilities in- cluded plus parking. Quiet street, no animals. Available immediately, $850 first/last required. 416-697- 4236. EXCELLENT LOCATION close to downtown Oshawa. Clean, quiet, 1-bedroom apt. No smoking, fur- nished optional. $750/all inclusive. First/last, references. For appt. leave message 905-434-7012. IMMACULATE 1-BEDROOM freshly painted, new carpeting throughout, 2 appliances, coin laundry, parking, steps to GM & bus transit. Quiet 6-plex, security camera/keyed entry, first/last re- quired $750. No dogs. Available mid-September, Call (905)213- 0521 to view. A must see! IMMACULATE 2 BEDROOM in quiet 6 plex, key door/intercom en- try, security cameras, 2 new appli- ances, oak cabinets, laundry, park- ing, steps to bus, south GM plant, 1 block to 401. $900 inclusive. Available immediately. No dogs. First/last required. A MUST SEE! Call (905)213-0521 for appoint- ment. LAKEVIEW Park Oshawa 3-BED- ROOM bungalow, main floor, $895 monthly+hydro. Large yard, newly renovated, laundry hookup avail- able. No dogs. References re- quired. Avail. immediately. Call 905-435-2433 NEED TO GET OUT OF the doghouse quick? Click 411durhamregion.com for the prefect gift. NORTH OSHAWA,Harmo- ny/Rossland, large 2-bdrm bunga- low, private laundry, 2-car parking. $950+hydro, includes gas and wa- ter. Courtice, nice 1-bdrm bsmt, private entrance, 1-parking, $550/mo inclusive. Call Cindy (905)432-3222 OLDE WHITBY,6-unit apt. build- ing, 1-bedroom available, includes all utilities, appliances, and parking $950/month. Call (905)706-3640 OSHAWA - Park and Adelaide, junior one bedroom basement. Renovated, sep. entrance, suits single working adult, $650/parking and util. included. Avail. immedi- ately. (905)426-5844 OSHAWA - Ritson & Dean 3 Bdrm mn flr bungalow on quiet street, completely renovated, on lrg lt with detached garage. Next to park great for kids Avail Sept 1. $1300.00 p/mth all util incl. N/S, N/pets. Call 289-314-0828 or 905- 432-3209 OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM main floor of house, nice quiet area, adult lifestyle building, no smok- ers/pets. All inclusive $850/month. Available October 1st. Call 905- 404-8565 OSHAWA area. 3, 2 and 1 bedroom apartments in houses at various locations in Oshawa. Inclosed backyard and laundry facility available. Call 416-402- 3435 or 416-704-9826. OSHAWA large one bedroom basement, separate entrance, near amenities, bus, 401, shop- ping, GM, No pets. $635 inclusive. lst/last, October lst. 416-264-7990. OSHAWA Par k/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2, & 3-bed- rooms available. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $750/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA SIMCOE/BROCK 1- bedroom, ground floor, includes heat, fridge, stove, water, 1 park- ing. Hydro by tenant. Avail immedi- ately. $600/mo., first/last. 416- 807-0378 OSHAWA, 2 bedroom apt. avail- able Oct 1, heat + hot water includ- ed, $760/mth plus hydro. Adelaide & Park area. For more info cal 905-436-6744 Mon to Fri between 8am & 5 pm OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, heat included, laundry on site. $675 plus hydro. Available immediately. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,Taunton/Simcoe, love- ly basement apartment, suit 1 per- son. Mature adult preferred. Fire- place, pool, A/C, garage. Separ- ate entrance. Utilities included. $675/month. Available now. No smoking/pets. (905)579-9522. OSHAWA: 1-BEDROOM apt., 1 parking space, heat, hydro, water, fridge & Stove included. $700/month, first/last. Albert & Jackson, (905)723-9781 PICKERING , 5 min. walk to Pick- ering Town Centre. 1 extra-large bedroom apt. in newly built home. Laundry, parking included. end of Sept. 905-837-6754. PICKERING - 2-bdrm., Finch/Liv- erpool, large, clean, bsmt. apt., available Oct. 1. $925/month. Sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, utilities, A/C, no pets/smoking. 905-837-2988. PICKERING 1 BED. BASEMENT, newly renovated, separate en- trance, parking, cable, laundry. $800/month inclusive. No smoking, pets okay. Single female pre- ferred. Call Pam 905-686-3545. PICKERING Bayly/Liverpool. 1 bedroom basement apt., new fridge/stove, use of washer/dryer utilities, cable, parking included. Suites single working person, no smoking/pets. $850. first/last re- quired. (905)839-4353 PICKERING,large beautiful, like new one-bedroom basement apt, A must see. No smoking/pets. 4-appliances, 4-pc bath, near bus/GO/shopping, $800/inclusive. Oct 15. (905)420-0069. 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, 1-BEDROOM ground floor apartment, $650 in- clusive, non-smoker, no pets. Available immediately. Suit single person. Call (905)427-6282 PICKERING,Liverpool/Finch, large 1 bedroom basement apart- ment, $850/month, cable and park- ing included. No smoking/pets, first/last. Available October 1st. 905-839-4727. PICKERING,Whites/401, profes- sionally renovated, spacious 1- bedroom basement apt.,near all amenities. $800 including utilities and parking. Suitable for single working person. Firs/last, no pets/smoking. 905-421-9090 PICKERING-New large one bed- room basement apt. Separate en- trance, 5 appliances, own laundry. Additional small room, parking, a/c, available November lst. No smoking/pets. Finch/Whites Rd. $950/mo. inclusive. First/last. Ref- erences. (905)831-0870 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. SHEPPHERD / KINGSTON.Large new one bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Cable and 1 parking includ- ed.(416)724-8585 SIMCOE ST. N.1- one bedroom, 3 - two bedroom units, Oshawa, air, 5 appliances, Luxury apart- ments, 1 bed $1280. plus parking, 2 bedrooms $l,460. plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 TESTA HEIGHTS - 2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available November 1st. Conveniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Call (905)852-2534. www.realstar.ca UPPER LEVEL of house for rent at King & Ritson. 3 bedrooms, 1- car parking. Non-smoker, no pets. $850/mo + hydro. (905)725-0067 or 905-922-7684 UXBRIDGE new townhouse/apart- ment rentals. 2 bedroom, 4 appli- ances, air conditioning, patios/gar- den, parking, storage. A few left. (905) 852-4777 UXBRIDGE, EVERYTHING NEW! 1-bedroom basement apt., new stove, fridge, washer, dryer, satel- lite TV, very quiet, parking, stor- age. $750 incl. Call (905)862-0220 WESTNEY/HWY 2 walk-out 2- bdrm bsmt, close to amenities, 1-parking. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. 705-437-4813 or (905)428-8656. WHITBY - 2 bdrm. apt. in legal du- plex. Balcony, a/c, laundry room, pks, garage available, furnace/wa- ter heater. No smoking/pets. First/last. $950/plus. Call Mike 905-665-8012. WHITBY DOWNTOWN, clean 2 bedroom, adult lifestyle, 1 parking, laundry, $795/month plus hydro, first/last, references, Immediate, Days 416-917-5568, evenings 905-509-6326. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom suites. Low rise building, park like setting, balcony or patio. Close to down- town. In-suite storage. All util. incl. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY,beautiful one bedroom apartment in unique triplex. Fire- place, balcony, includes utilities and cable. No pets. Non smoker, $850.Telephone (905) 571-3464. WHITBY,Brock/Taunton, 1-bed- room basement apartment in new home, laundry, parking, close to bus and shopping. $700/inclusive, available October 1st. (905)697- 3037 WHITBY,spacious 1-bedroom basement apt. in large home, sep- arate entrance, fireplace, separate parking. Walk to OC/GO. $600 plus 20% utilities. Available October 1st. 905-433-8778, 416-505-6218 or 416-817-1009. AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1, pro- rated for late arrival, main level 2- bedroom house, $1050/ mo. plus utilities, 4 appliances, quiet neigh- bourhood, Parking for 2-cars, N.W. Oshawa, no dogs, first/last/Ref.(905)439-2867, leave message. PICKERING basement apt, 1400 sq.ft., available Oct.1, separate en- trance, 2 bedrooms, bath with ja- cuzzi, fridge & stove,. $1,000 inclu- sive. call 905-430-0859 TRIDEL DISCOVERY PLACE - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, balcony & 5 appliances. No smoking, no pets. $1,600 per month. Available Octo- ber 1st. Call 905-427-7558. A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! No Down Payment!! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 2+1 BDRM. MAIN FLOOR in cute, well-maintained bungalow, Oshawa. Backyard, patio, 4 appli- ances, c/a, $950/mo.+hydro. Avail. Oct. 1. First/last/references. No smoking/pets. 905-623-6034. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, Bond and Wilson area, near all amen- ities. References, credit check, first/last, no pets, $l,095 month +. November lst./2004. (905) 728- 7860 3-BEDROOM HOUSE,Dixie Rd., laundry, garage, A/C, 2-1/2 baths $1200+80% utilities. ALSO 1-bed- room walk-out basement apart- ment, $750+20% utilities. No smoking/pets. Available immedi- ately. Call Safiye (905)426-9515 A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. o.a.c. Up to $7,500 cash back to you! Require $30,000 +family income and good credit. Short of down payments? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Remax Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600 AJAX - Westney/Delaney. 3 bed- room house, available Oct. 1st. 5 appliances, parking for 6, finished basement, spacious backyard, 2 washrooms, $1400+utilities. (905)426-5295 AJAX, GREAT LOCATION:main floors of detached house, 3-bed- room, separate living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, c/air, appli- ances, parking, $1250 monthly plus 80% utilities. No pets/smok- ers, October 1st. (905)509-1437 AJAX, LOVE CRES.Steps to lake. Beautiful, large 4-bedroom executive. Interlock, oversized treed lot on walking trail, large deck. 3 full baths, mainfloor office, family room, handicap accessible, all appliances. Oct. 1st. $1800+utilities. 905-706-8441. AJAX- 2,300 sq.ft.4 bedroom house, on large corner lot, walk to Catholic, public and high school, credit check and references. $l,575 per mo. plus utilities. Nov. lst. (905)428-0132 after 6 week- days, anytime weekends. CENTRAL OSHAWA,large 2- bedroom main floor duplex, equip. $900 plus utilities, avail. immedi- ately. No pets, 905-725-3090 NORTH OSHAWA - Excellent neighbourhood. Very clean 3 bed- room main floor $1195 includes appliances, laundry. Also lower bachelor apt., walkout, $695/inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Available now. (905)424-1125 PICKERING WHITE'S RD.,south of 401, 3 bedrooms, finished base- ment, first time rented, $1,400 plus utilities. Available immediately. References, lst/last, Telephone 416-453-1318. OSHAWA HARMONY/KING,ra- vine setting, quiet street, 3 bed- room detached, finished basement ,no smoking, air, central vac, appli- ances, avail. Sept./Oct., $1400 plus Condolynn Management (905)428-9766. OSHAWA-NORTH,Rossland/Wil- son, 3-bedroom detached house, 4-appliances, A/C, laundry, park- ing, single garage. $1200/month plus utilities. First/last required. Available October 1st. (905)721- 8699. PICKERING WHITES/FINCH -4 bedroom executive, shows like a model, private backyard, 5 appli- ances, professionally decorated. A must see. $1,500 plus utilities. October. lst. 416-657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING WHITES/Oklahoma - 4 bedroom executive, shows like a model, private backyard, 5 appli- ances, professionally decorated. A must see. $1,500 plus utilities. October. lst. 416-657-2079. www.upscalerentals.ca PICKERING,spacious newly renovated 4 bedroom upper. Available immediately. Close to GO/Parks/Schools. Laundry and parking. $1250 plus utilities. Call 416-712-8178. SOUTH AJAX - 2 bedrooms, fire- place, large yard, parking. Avail- able Oct. 1st. $1300+ utilities. Ref- erences required. Suits business professionals. Call days 905-706- 8171 or after 6 p.m. 905-683-1300. THREE BEDROOM HOUSE, brand new, $1,400 plus utilities. Taunton and Brock Whitby. Avail- able October lst. Three bedroom house, Westney/Hwy 2 Ajax, $l,400 plus utilities. November 1. Call James 647-999-6886 WHITBY, 3 bedroom bungalwo, main floor duplex. Quiet well kept neighnourhood, parking, laundry and air included. Close to park & schools, no pets, $1,000 pre month plus utilities. call (905)686- 6283 WHITBY, IMMACULATE home, 3+2 bedroom, familyroom walkout to sundeck, fireplace, garage, dou- ble parking, steps to park, great neighbourhood (Westlynde). $1195/month plus utilities. 416- 297-5726 WHITBY, Rossland/Brock St. 2500 sq ft luxury 1yr old 4-bdrm, 3 bathrooms, c/a, 5 appliances, double garage. Asking $1,800/mo Call 416-880-4126 view www.speedyrental.com BOWMANVILLE,Aspen Springs, 3-bedroom townhouse, applianc- es, attached garage, Available im- mediately. $1200/mo + util. Eric 905-697-0513 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. Fr i. 7-9 p.m. HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has 2 and 3-bedroom units . Avail. Octo- ber 1st, parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. OSHAWA,Simcoe/Taunton, 3- bdrm furnished. Appliances, $1250/mo + gas. Avail. November. Condolyn Management. 905-428- 9766 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. WHITBY Brock St N. beautiful brand new townhouse 2-1/2 baths. avail immediately, $1400/mo-inclu- sive or $1250+utilities. ALSO one- bedroom apt. $850-inclusive. Sep entrance, own laundry. Call (416)574-0040 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., separate entrance, very clean, shower, cable, phone, own laun- dry, no pets/smoking. Brock/Hwy 2 Pickering, $750/month inclusive first/last. ALSO 1-BEDROOM in house, share amenities, freshly painted, cable, phone, mature per- son, parking available, no smok- ing/pets. $425/month inclusive. (416)671-2596 2 ROOMS FOR RENT,in new home, private bath, walking dis- tance to beach, TTC, Go station, grocery store, Port Union/Law- rence. Available Oct 1st/15th. $500 & $450. 416-409-6356 A SPOTLESSLY CLEAN Ross- land/Garden, Whitby. Furnished bedroom, c/a, bus at door. Cable. Non-smoking, suit quiet person. Near amenities. $400/month first/last (905)665-8504 A1, OSHAWA LARGE bedrooms, $400/month, clean spacious, pri- vate setting. Eat-in Kitchen, 5 ap- pliances, laundry, parking, cable and phone line provided. No smoking/pets, students welcome. 905-837-8980 AJAX,basement and room for rent suitable for working female. $500/$425/month, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 LARGE BASEMENT ROOM for rent. Bloor/Simcoe area. Close to bus and 401 Use of kitchen /laun- dry $450/month. NON-SMOKERS only 905-432-1806 poodlewom- an@myway.com WHITBY - Thickson/401. 2 rooms available in large 3 bdrm. home. Air conditioning, big yard, parking, laundry, cable, phone. On bus route, close to Durham College Whitby, GO. all inclusive. Students welcome. Available immediately. Call 905-579-8476. 2 BEDROOM HOUSE TO SHARE in Pickering (Brock/Hwy 2). Unfur- nished bedroom. All utilities inc. Share kitchen, bath, laundry. Park- ing. Avail. immediately. $500/mo. Call (416)570-3397 AJAX (LAKESIDE)-Share a 4 bedroom beautiful house, large yard with female. Suitable for working female. $600. Call Steph (905)686-9646. ROOM for rent in brand new home, own 3pc. washroom, share all facilities. Courtice area. Avail- able September lst. Telephone (905)440-4582 SHARING TRUE LUXURY - Lakefront home, sunset views, bonfire pit, beautiful grounds, lots of privacy. No party animals, exec- utive atmosphere. $650 - $700/ month. This is a million $$$ home. Port Perry. Cell 416-726-7994, home 905-985-4202. WILSON /ROSSLAND 3 bedroom home, finished basement own bath, use of all facilities. Available immediately. call (905)723-7924 WEEKLY hall rentals, 1955 Val- leyfarm Rd., Pickering. Best suits service clubs. Hourly rates, air conditioned, seats 250 people. Please call Donald Lafontaine at 905-666-8431 after 5pm BRADENTON, FL 2+2 Condo on 55+ complex. Beautiful grounds, pool, rec. center. Walk to DeSoto Mall. Photos available. 3 months min. $1200 US/month plus. Tel: 905 721-8938 CLEARWATER Florida, 2-3 bed- room furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, 30 mins to Stanley Cup Champions ($15/seat). Chil- dren welcome. Photos shown in your home. $300/weekly (less than motel) (905)683-5503. 1992 TROPHY park model trailer 37-1/2' x 12'. 3-bdrm, 3-pc bath, A/C, propane furnace/stove, hard- wood floors. All in good condition. (905)649-1116 (416)606-3050 ask for Bob 2000 FLAGSTAFF tent trailer, ex- cellent condition, 3 way fridge, fur- nace, two tables, sleeps 8, with ex- tras. Upholstery and insides ex- cellent, $6500. Rarely used. Tele- phone (905) 720-0897. TENT TRAILER 1998 Palomino Mustang, 12ft box, excellent condi- tion sleeps 8 (king/queen beds) awnings, screen-room, in/out stove, 3-way fridge & furnace, por- tapotti, bike rack (4) $6,800. (905)987-3594 18 FT. FIBERGLASS, Grew with trailer, rebuilt engine and out drive, new canvas top, has winter tarp, runs great. Can water test Must sell. $3,000 or best offer. (905) 430-7167 after 6 p.m. AS OF SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2004 Aaron Brunelle is no longer re- sponsible for any debts incurred by Sharmen Porter. SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service "Where Hap- piness Begins" specializing in long-term relationships. 1/2 price special now on! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca TIRED OF SPENDING Saturday nights at home? Click 411durhamregion.com for local clubs and pubs. LOOKING FOR A MATCH made in heaven or in Durham? Click Personals at durhamregion.com. SPEED DATING EVENTS - ages 30 - 42, Wednesday, September 22 in Whitby. Ages 45 - 60, Satur- day, September 25th in Ajax, (men needed. Call to register: (905) 244- 5683 or visit www.thesinglesnetwork244.com SCOLIOSIS Do you have a child with scoliosis? My son has recently been diagnosed and I'm looking to begin or join a support group for myself and my son. If you live in Durham Region (we live in Uxbridge) please call me at:416-433-0773 NANNY NEEDED part-time for two girls ages 7 and 9. Hours Approx. 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., house cleaning, laundry, meal prepara- tion , non smoker, car preferred. (905)509-1235. EXP. LIVE-IN CAREGIVER $1,584 per mo. pickering 2 children, 1 (800) 820-8308 LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/ crafts/ outings. Snacks, lunch. Valley Farm Rd./Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905)839-7237 AJAX off Old Harwood. Experi- enced mother of one offering day- care. Fun, clean, smoke-free envi- ronment. Daughter attends Rober- ta Bondar P.S. Nutritious snacks/lunches. Jennifer (905)426-9549 CELEBRATE FAMILY.Click Mile- stones at durhamregion.com. DIXIE/FINCH, AFFORDABLE DAY CARE, 2 spaces available. Bright spacious cheerful environ- ment. Meals/snacks, daily outings. Receipts. Call (905)621-0337. QUALITY DAYCARE Westney/Delaney, excellent rates - now is the time to look for a good caregiver. All ages, full or part time, homemade meals, large play area, fully fenced, happy environ- ment, crafts, games etc. Receipts, references. (905)686-8719 PA RT-TIME NANNY needed, own vehicle preferred. Must be available for afternoons, evenings and weekends. Call (905)509- 3456. PICKERING Housekeeping/After school care of two great kids. Avg. 20hrs per week. Must have car & references. 905-509-7925. COMPETITIVE BALL HOCKEY Team looking for a sponsorship from a Sports Bar or Bar /Restau- rant in the Ajax or Pickering area. Please call (905)837-9213 and leave a message. PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. 1971 21' CITATION Tr avel Trailer, rear bedroom with 2 sgl. beds and 1 dbl bunk, fridge, furnace, hot wa- ter heater, shower, toilet, very clean, no leaks $1,000. 1978 Star- craft fold-down camper for smaller car, sleeps 6, w/heater, great can- vas $500; oak diningroom set, 44"x68", sgl pedestal, 2 leafs, 4 chairs, 2pc. hutch $1000; RV parts - sinks, dbl fibreglass, dbl steel, sgl plastic, $5./ea; Asst. windows, ent. doors, large storage doors $10/ea; 2 new swivel rocker $25/ea; 10 gal LP gas RV wtr. htr. $250; 25 Interi- or doors - solid and hollow, with & w/o hdwe., 30" & 32", no casing $10. to $20; 25 Gal. 110v hot wa- ter heater, Rheem, Mod#TE25R $150, glass store display case 5x3 w/4 dwrs.& 1 glass shelf $75; Par- ty Tent!- 30'x50' yellow with white sidewalls, $2000. Call after 6 p.m. 905-982-0625. 2003 SUZUKI ATV,Vinson 500 4 x 4, deluxe rear trunk box, bush- guard, 2500lb winch. Only 400kms No time to ride. $7800 obo. Call 905-986-4738. 80 GALLON TANK,3 drawer with accessories, cover and halogen light with iguana. $200. Telephone (905) 426-8724. A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver A SOFA & CHAIR,Chroler. Like new. Must be seen! $895. (905)430-6024 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-Air Con- ditioners $75/up, Large selection of newer, approx 2 years old, while quantities last. Freezers $149/up, Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $99/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. Bar fridg- es $50+up, freezers, chest & up- right $149+up;RENT TO OWN AVAILABLE! Why wait, buy it now! Visit our showroom. Par ts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL CUSTOM MEASURED - Pool safety covers/cover in bags. Spa/hottub/covers/accessories. 416-717-2805 or 905-404-2690. ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. AMAZING NEW CARDLESS SATELLITE SYSTEMS. IS YOUR CURRENT SATELLITE DOWN?? TKO-- LETS GET IT BACK UP. We also do service and installations. Serving Durham, CALL: 416-435-1974 APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Large capacity washer, $275; dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) 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,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416) 748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $2,200. Call 905- 213-4669. BUS SERVICE for hire. Up to 40 passengers, coach seats. Reason- able rates. Courteous service. Call Perry at (705) 277-1694 or (705)328-4593. CARPETS - I have several thou- sand yards of new Stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living room & hall for $389.00. Includes carpet, pad & installation (30 yards). Steve. (905) 743-0689 www.suburbancarpets.com 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 CEDAR Trees for sale, starting from $3.50 each. Planting avail- able. Free Delivery. Call Bob 705-341-3881. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 08, 2004, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com AUCTION SALE SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH AT 10:00 AM HWY #401 & COUNTY RD. #10 AT WELCOME FOR VICTOR FOOD SERVICES NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY CATERER OF THE YEAR Relocating to Toronto Preview Wednesday, September 8, 2-4 Absentee bids accepted Double deck Bakers Pride Pizza oven, Garland Charbroiler, Garland 4 burner range and extra large oven, Garland 6 burner, Salamader and 36" grill, Garland deep fryer, UC 16" ice maker, 5 domestic freezers, Selesia Pannini machine, auto. Expresso, Cappuchino, toaster ovens with cooler fan and door, Hobart 16 L mixer, SS bowl and attachments, meat slicer, coffee urns, SS glass door fridge, SS. UC Hobart dishwasher, 4 well steam table, 150 lb. Scottsman ice maker, Maytag wash/dryers, SS portable food boxes, heat lamps, 3 Cambro food boxes, butcher block prep. table, large quantity of SS pots/pans etc., 100 cup insulated. coffee urns, 100 SS urns, office equipment, 11 banquet tables, numerous stacking chairs, board room table, Conga drums, upright piano, 10 steel staff lockers, large quantity dishes, serving trays etc., linens, table clothes, brass foot rail, 10 wrought iron plant stands, numerous food catering related items, SEE www.theauctionfever.com for pics. TERMS: CASH - VISA - MC - INTERRAC 10% BUYER PREMIUM LES BRITTAN AUCTIONEER, C.C.A.I TESS Tidd Estate Sales Service EXCELLENT AUCTION SALE OF WORLDLY GOODS At Tidd's Auction House Saturday, September 11th at 10 a.m. NOTE - TAG SALE - Items available for purchase at the Auction preview and day of Auction Sale! AUCTION PREVIEW :Fri- day, Sept. 10th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. /Sat. 9 a.m. Dir:Exit 401 at Hwy#45 Cobourg. Go south to 5th set of lights (King St/Hwy #2). Turn left. Follow for approx. 6 kms. Watch for signs. Selling th the most unique items from the home of Mrs. Mary Carnie and the late Mr. John H. Carnie VI. Married for 65 years and Mr. Carnie working in an Administrative ca- pacity with External Affairs for the Canadian Embassy abroad and travelling to 137 coun- tries, enabled Mr. & Mrs. Carnie to acquire the most unique items. AUCTION FEA- TURES: Several pieces of Teak furniture from India, plus other furniture pieces, several Ebony & Teak carvings, a Ghuker Tribe Sword, a Guzzel (Yugoslavia's National Instrument), (2) Ancient Balai books ( approx. 200 yrs.. old), excellent selection of glass, china, and crystal, Canadian Mint coin sets, numerous sterling sil- ver pces., to include a large set of sterling flat- ware, plus so much more. FOR FULL LIST- ING & PHOTO GALLERY go to www.theauctionfever.com TA G SALE FEATURES: furniture, glass, china, pictures, lamps, collectibles, plus so many other home decorating accessories. Terms - Cash, Visa, M.C., Interac, cheque w/proper I.D. Lunch avail. Auctioneer - Patricia Tidd. TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE PATRICIA TIDD 1-877-863-2477 - 1-905-372-2994 Specializing in antique & estate auction sales WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques, and Collectables for a luxurious condo and Vivian Home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1 km west of Utica TO INCLUDE:JVC big screen TV (approx 54"), Whirlpool stacking washer and dryer (brand new), inlaid grandfather clock, mahogany 4 poster 5pc maple bedroom suite, queen and double box spring and mattresses, wool area rugs, re- cliner, stereo system, 27" Panasonic stereo TV, walnut half moon tables, marble top tables, walnut desk, walnut book- case, walnut globe, model ships, chesterfield suite. Above items are from the condo and in immaculate condition. Also to include from the Vivian home: china cabinet, walnut buf- fet, antique tables, chests, antique rocker, mantle clock, Iris glass, copper boiler, wash board, bugle, cups and saucers, air conditioner, crocks, set of Beatle glasses, steel wagon wheels, trailer mirrors, hitches, trailer tires, tools, 5HP roto- tiller, 5HP snowblower, plus many other interesting items. Ter ms:are Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 LARGE AUCTION TWO PARTIAL ESTATES ~ COBOURG & SCARBOROUGH Antiques, Collectables & Ford Taurus to be held at CLASSIQUE COUNTRY AUCTIONS Burnham St. N. of the 401 Hwy at Cobourg on SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12/04 at 11:00 am Viewing from 9:00 am Day of Sale Shop Smith tool, wooden lures, also tackle boxes, 1994 Ford Taurus with 131 k., sold as is, fridge, 4x8 slate pool table, cast planters, bird baths, press back chairs, press back rocker, old trunks, milk bottles, oil lamps, 3 HP (1953) Johnson outboard (runs good), lamps, floor lamps, old mirrors, proofer cabinet, SAP pails, new compound bow, old fishing rods, radial arm saw, old side board, Hart & Latier jug, old cupboard, old hand pump, glass, china and much, much more. OWNER, AUCTIONEER NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS, DAM- AGE OR INJURY WHILE ATTENDING. SALE CONDUCTED BY CLASSIQUE COUNTRY AUCTIONS For info or to consign, please call 905-372-1225 or 1-888-633-1050 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Sep 10th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Wrought Iron glass top table & 4 chairs, 4 & 5 pc French Provincial bedroom suites, glass top rattan ta- ble & 6 chairs, Rattan love seat & stool, coffee & end tables, metal bunk beds, table & floor lamps, single beds, modern dressers & chests of drawers, chester- feild & chair, approx. 30 Die cast truck banks in box- es, refinished dressers with mirrors & washstands, Garland 2 burner hot plate, single door pop cooler, 2 door refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, Magic Chef gas stove, Hotpoint automatic washer & dryer, wireless security system, 5Hp Johnson Sea Horse Motor, 4x8 box trailer, paddle boat, 15ft. Peter- borough cedar strip boat (easily restored), qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil, Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 or www.corneil@theauctionadvertiser.com PUBLIC AUCTION RANDY POTTER ESTATE AUCTION Sat. Sept. 11 Start: 6 PM View: from 4 PM Randy Potter Estate Auction 15 Cavan St. downtown Port Hope is holding an auction of approx. 300 lots of antiques, art, fine furniture, glass, china & collectibles incl. numerous signed Norval Morrisseau acrylic on canvas. For info. & pics go to: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer Phone: (905) 885-6336 NO BUYERS PREMIUM GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647/Cell 416-518-6401 SAT. SEPT. 11th - 10 a.m. ANTIQUES, FURNITURE, COLLECTIBLES & HOUSEHOLD from Richmond Hill & Uxbridge homes, a local estate & the Contents of a General Contractor’s shop @ Vanhaven Arena, 720 Davis Dr., Uxbridge DETAILS & PHOTOS garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com SAT., SEPT. 11 • 10:00 AM FARM & HORSE EQUIPMENT For DR. PAUL FISHER, Ajax, Ontario For details, see website. Phil Faulkner Auctions Inc. 22 years in the Auction Profession 905-852-9631 • 905-715-6841 philfaulkner.the auctionadvertiser.com Kahn Auction Centre NO SALE THIS THURS. SEPT.9TH. See you next week! Regular auction returns Sept. 16th FRANK, Walter - Suddenly at Lakeridge Health Centre, Bowmanville on Saturday, September 4, 2004 at the age of 78. Walter Frank, beloved hus- band of Pearl for 49 years. Loving father of Allan and Cynthia, and Steven and Susan-Jane. Devoted grandfather of Madelaine. Walter was the respected founder of W. Frank Real Estate. Service will be held at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel,2401 Steeles Avenue West (2 lights west of Dufferin) on Thursday, September 9, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Inter- ment Beth Zion, section of Bathurst Lawn Memorial Park.If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Walter Frank Memorial Fund for the Canadian Diabetes Association and the Heart and Stroke Foundation, c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst St. Toronto, ON M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324. www.benjamins.ca. There will be a Celebration of Wa lter's life to take place at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday September 9th, 2004 at Harmony Creek Golf Cen- tre, 1000 Bloor St. E., Oshawa (across from the Holiday Inn). Walter will be sadly missed by his fam- ily and many friends. BROWNING, Margaret - 50 Year Member Whitby Chapter #248 Eastern Star: Member of Benevolent Rebekah Lodge #132, Whitby; Associate of Eastern Lodge #350, Pickering; and Member of R.C.L. Branch 322, Ajax- Passed away surrounded in the love and warmth of her family on September 4, 2004 at Winbourne Park, Ajax, at the age of 82. Be- loved and devoted wife of the late George. Loving mother of Peggy Anne, Rick and his wife Heather, Beth and her husband TJ Jacobs. Proud grand- mother of Philip and Jaclyn Browning; Ryan, Kevin, and Samantha Matthies. Dear sister in law of Lily and Truman Rutherford. She will be lovingly remem- bered by her family and friends. The family will re- ceive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Tuesday. Funeral Service in the chapel on Wednesday, Sep- tember 8, 2004 at 11am. Cremation to follow. Should family and friends so desire, donations to Rouge Valley Health Systems - Ajax Site, Arthritis Society or the War Amps-Champs Program would be greatly appreciated. PIANOS & CLOCKS - back to school sales starts August 16th. 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! PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. SPECIAL Free CD Burner with P3/450 com- plete system purchase only while quantity lasts! Complete system Internet ready: P3/450 only $279; P3/733 only $309. Other systems available. CD-RW upgrade only $50. Laptop: Dell Latitude P2/366 only $429.00 Interac, Visa & Mas- tercard accepted. Layaway Plans. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block East of Park & Bond). www.bitsandbytestech.com Call 905-576-9216. CUSTOM MADE solid oak book- case/desk unit. 8ft x 9ft x 2-1/2ft deep, will dismantle for easy move., $2500; Custom made oak corner china cabinet, 8ft x 38" wide, glass doors on top $1800. Both excellent condition. Call Kar- en (905)983-9246 view at www.justmyimagination.ca DARK GREEN OVERSIZED sofa & chair. $500 O.B.O. Antique queen anne style dining table & 4 chairs $400 O.B.O. 905-725-8777. DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. GREAT DECORATOR "Finds" and Collector "Gems", "Previously Loved". Hauser wrought iron sofa, chair, ottoman, 60" oval table and 4 chairs (Manhattan style), nest of tables, tea cart. All iron finished in putty-white. Also 54" W/I Head- board, white/gold finish, Lyre de- sign. 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NUANCE SPEAKERS 44" high, ebony, asking $750; Custom made solid oak TV cabinet 62"h x 52"w w/slide in-doors, 4 drawers $2,400; brass queen size headboard $140; burgandy paisley pattern wing back recliner, 1yr old, $550; (905)720-1533 RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. LUIGI'S FURNITURE is having a massive inventory clearance. We are overstocked, all prices have been slashed for quick clearance. Palliser "All leather" sofas from $799.,Simmons Beautyrest pocket coil queen sets, $799. Back to school student special: futons complete with mattress $175. Re- duced prices on all floor models sofas, futons, wing chairs, recliner chairs, bunk beds, bedroom suites etc. Always in stock, ten different styles of futons, ready to take back to school, at the lowest prices in Durham. We also meet or beat all prices. Luigi's Furniture, 500 King Street West, Oshawa (905) 436- 0860 (still across from Sears, Oshawa Centre. MIROLIN Hydro Massage bath tub (with 6 jets), new in package. Bought for $1500, sell for $750 OBO. 60" long x42" wide x17" deep. (905)723-7171 MISSED THAT SALE AGAIN be- cause you recycled the flyer? Then click on online flyers at durhamregion.com and never miss another sale again NEW DANBY WINDOW air condi- tioners 5,000 btu $149 each, 8,000 btu $279., 12,000 btu $399. other sizes available. new danby apt sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195/up, re- conditioned ranges $125/up, re- conditioned dryers $125/up, recon- ditioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and recon- ditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 PINE DININGROOM SET Hutch & 8 chairs (1 rocker, 1 captains) round table. $550. (416)924-0385 PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. XBOX MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6700, sell for $2950. 905-213- 4669. POOL TABLE,4x8, slate with all equipment. Boston and snooker balls, plus accessories. Only 2 years old. Call (905)579-8474 POOL TABLE,mint condition, sol- id oak body, crafted oak legs, leather pockets, three 1" slate slabs, 4x8 playing surface, Royal blue felt. (416)804-1296 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. TIRED OF COOKING? Click 411durhamregion.com for local restaurants. WANTED:Pay cash for Dining room, bedroom, living room furni- ture; kitchen sets. Also good work- ing major appliances. Call 905- 260-1123 SALE: SATELLITES,FREE TO AIR. BACK TO SCHOOL SALE, Save $100.00 on the package, Sept 1-8th. Everyone is switching to FTA; no cards, boards or atme- gas. Specializing in the Fortec Lifetime Ultra. Get 1000's of chan- nels, no monthly bills. 1st in Dur- ham Region. Call (905)435-0202 uneekelectronics@rogers.com 226 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Reg. Call (905)344-7093. PURE BRED SIAMESE KITTENS ready now. Vet checked, first shots, dewormed, home raised. Absolutely gorgeous! Phone 705- 786-0728. REGISTERED BLACK LAB puppies for sale from working parents. Hip & eye clearances. Will make great hunting companions. 30 month guarantee. Ready to go Sept. 11. $700. For more info call (613) 475-5097. 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Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1987 FORD F150 1/2 ton, full size, excellent shape. V-8, auto, 4 x 4, remote start, liner, great tries, orig- inal spare, 2nd owner. $5,500. (705) 328-0402 after 6 p.m. 94 NISSAN pick up, silver, 105KM, manual, new brakes, certified, $2,000 OBO. call (905)263-4765. 2000 JEEP GRAND Cherokee V8, heated leather seats,10 disc CD, power sunroof, loaded, A-1, 86,500 kms., reasonable offer ac- cepted. 905-571-5241 or 905-721- 8005. 2001 DODGE RAM,5.2 Magnum. 45km, PS, PB, AC, CD, Long Box and Bedliner. In Mint Condition, a MUST see! Asking 19,000.00 O.B.O.(905)579-8797 after 5:00pm. 1994 GMC Safari 8-passenger, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, power mirrors, new tires, exhaust and brakes. 220,000-kms. certified and e-test- ed. $2495. (905)571-5138 1996 CHEV LUMINA van, 7-seat- er, air, 180K, very good condition, asking. $3,900. 1994 OLDS ACHIEVA, 4cyl, 4-dr, cruise, air, excellent condition 172K, asking $2,950; Both certified/e-tested. 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Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 8, 2004 PAGE B7 A/P For more information call Andrea McFater 905-426-4676 ext. 222 or Laurie Thompson 905-683-5110 ext. 230 Entertainment WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 What’s black and white and read all over? ? The answer’s right at your f ingertips... News Advertiser ...keeping you in touch with your community Metroland Durham Region Media Group Auditions start Monday DURHAM –The search is on for in- strumental talent across Durham Region. The Durham Youth Orchestra will hold auditions for new members on Sept. 13, 20 and 27. Interested musicians aged 21 and under are asked to come out any of those nights at 7 p.m. to Sinclair Sec- ondary School, Taunton Road, Whit- by, in the instrumental music room. The orchestra rehearses every Monday during the school year from 7 to 9 p.m. at Sinclair. The ensemble will present concerts Nov. 6, Feb. 5 and May 7 at Hebron Christian Re- form Church on Anderson Street in Whitby. This year's repertoire list includes Bach's 'Brandenburg Concerto No. 3,' Brahm's 'Academic Festival Over- ture,' various Italian tenor arias, Tchaikovsky's 'Violin Concerto,' Ravel's 'Pavane pour une infante de- funte' and Elgar's 'Enigma Varia- tions.' Members of the group will be at- tending the Ontario Youth Orchestra Festival at the University of Windsor in May 2005. For more information, contact di- rector John Beaton at 905-579-2401. DURHAM –Classic cinema and new music will mix on Oct. 7 as Lynn Mc- Donald presents the 1925 classic silent film 'Phantom of the Opera.' The movie, which stars Lon Chaney and Mary Philbin, will be screened with a live score by Andrew Downing's new quintet, Melodeon. The score by Downing draws from chamber music, jazz, free improvisation and recitative to enhance the macabre tale set in the Paris Opera house. The quintet features Downing on double bass, Kevin Turcotte, two-time National Jazz award winner, on trum- pet, William Cam on trombone, Kath- leen Kajioka on viola and David Jones on violin and missionary pump organ. The organ is a reed organ from the early 1900s, favoured by missionaries and army chaplains for its portability. Downing is best known for his Juno winning group, The Great Uncles of the Revolution. The show will take place at Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, 1680 Reach St., Port Perry. Admission is $20, $10 for students and $5 for children under 12. Ad- vanced tickets are available at the Port Perry Star office, 188 Mary St., Port Perry and Blue Heron Books in Uxbridge. For more information, call 1-70 5-357-2468 or go to www.amisdu- jazz.com. 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(One Block North Of Highway 2 Between Brock And Church) DURHAM SCHOOL OF MUSIC LTD. 905-428-6266 • 905-428-8792 RENTALS • REPAIRS FINANCING Northstar Passenger Services PICKWAY TRANSPORTATION 1773 Bayly St.Pickering,Ont.L1W 2Y7,905-420-4574,fax 905-420-4809,email ddunn@northstarpassenger.ca WWe care about your child’e care about your child’s safetys safety • Private transportation for your precious little ones • Door to door service • School buses with seat belts for safety Service now available at the following locations for September • Carruthers Creek PS • Bolton C.Falby PS •Southwood Park PS New reduced rates for new applicants at the following schools • St Patricks CS • St Francis CS • Lincoln Avenue PS • Eagle Ridge PS •Lincoln Alexander PS • Alexander Graham Bell PS •Westney Heights PS • Glengrove PS • Holy Redeemer CS SAVE THE REGISTRATION FEE – REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 27TH “STEP IN TIME” • BALLET • JAZZ • TAP • POINTE • CREATIVE • HIP HOP • MUSICAL THEATRE • ACRO Highly Qualified Teachers Terri Robitaille, Director, B.F.A. Dance, Award winning choreographer Maria Carnovale, M.B.A.T.D. and C.D.T.A. certified acro teacher • Beginners to Advanced • Male & Female • Great Prices • Family Discounts • Sprung Floor • Ages 3 to Adult Recreational & Competitive programs “We make all our dancers feel special” The Dance Experience Offers • Pay for only 6 weeks at a time! • No administration or registration fees ever! • ONE beautiful year-end recital! • Optional exam work! • Great costumes, reasonably priced! For a positive dance experience call Terri at 905-686-8335 682 Monarch Ave. Units 8 & 9, Ajax Quality Training In A Caring Environment 2003 Platinum and Dynamic Gold Awards, Special Award “Terrific Patterns” Winners of two Overall High Score Awards REGISTER ON WED. SEPT. 8 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm OR BY PHONE 1550 Bayly St. Unit 24 & 25/1134 Kingston Rd. 2 ways to register: By phone or come by our Bayly studio: Sept. 8, 5-8pm Accepting new registrations now - 905-839-3041 • www.deniselesterdance.com With students dancing on professional stages on Broadway, in To r onto and Stratford in Crazy for You, Fosse, Guys and Dolls, Anything Goes. They are in movies such as Death to Smoochie, Chicago, The Tuxedo. They dance with the Raptors Dance Pack and Royal Winnipeg Ballet, choreograph and perform on cruise ships, for Disney and at Wonderland and operating studios of their own. 4 first placesQuality classes in: • Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Modern, Pointe, Combination, Adult Tap, Ladies Jazz, Pre-Ballet, Hip Hop, Pilates, Year end recital • Exam Work • Competitive Groups • Classes 3 years to advanced & suitable for recreation dancers or serious students. Family Owned & Operated Gymnastic classes for kids 18 months to 15 years COME AND DANCE WITH ONE OF DURHAM’S TOP DANCE ACADEMYS! 845 Westney Rd. S. Unit 1, Ajax IN STUDIO REGISTRATION SEPTEMBER 8th - 9th 6:00pm-8:30pm SEPTEMBER 11th 11:00am-1:00pm Classes commence Sept. 13th FALL REGISTRATION Register by phone 905-683-1269.INCSince 1987 Celebrating our 18th Anniversary Newly renovated studio! Competitive Prices! A Lifelong Investment! REGISTER NOW! We Specialize in: • Kindermusik™ • Visual Arts • Cooking • Unforgettable Parties Classes begin September 18th 905-420-6622 • www.catchingfireflies.ca 1064 Salk Road, Pickering OPEN HOUSE September 5th 12-4pm Voted Best Children’s Entertainment 2003 Newborn to 7 Years Greenwood hosts annual event Sept. 18 DURHAM –Craft makers are need- ed in Greenwood this fall. The fourth Greenwood Village Festival is Sept. 18 and organizers are looking for outside vendors for the first time. The fund-raising family event is the effort of the Greenwood Recreation Associa- tion and brings residents from the surrounding area together for the day. Money raised goes toward the as- sociation's free monthly youth pro- g ram, other small community events, and the upkeep of the com- munity centre. The event runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Greenwood Park and Community Centre, 3551 Greenwood Rd. Vendor booths are $25, which in- cludes tables and tents. Those in- terested in taking part can call Lynn Evans at 905-428-3269. Vendors are being asked to do- nate an item for the festival's silent auction/raffle. Make a buck or two for festival success