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Flawed instructions given to jurors prior to their deliberations led to an unfair trial for Aimee McIntyre, who was found guilty in 2010 of the first-degree murder of Karl O’Reggio, the court said in a ruling released this week. “This could not be said to be an over- whelming case for the Crown,” Justice Stephen Goudge wrote on behalf of fel- low panelists Kathryn Feldman and Rob- ert Armstrong. “The appellant (Ms. McIntyre) did not receive a fair trial.” Ms. McIntyre, of Bobcaygeon, was 28 when a jury found her guilty of first- degree murder on May 6, 2010, their third day of deliberations. She was automatically sentenced by Superior Court Justice David Salmers to life in prison with parole eligibility set at 25 years. Ms. McIntyre was the third person to be found guilty of the murder of 33-year- old Mr. O’Reggio, who was stabbed to death by two young men who burst into his Tresher Court apartment in 2007. 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No date for the trial has been set. CourTs New trial ordered in murder of Ajax man subMITTEd pHoTo AJAX -- This picture taken in Lindsay by a Durham Regional Police surveillance unit was offered as evidence during the first-degree murder trial of Aimee McIntyre, accused of teaming with Jonathan Ebanks, in the hat and Nathan Kelly, in the killing of Karl O’Reggio of Ajax in 2007. The Ontario Court of Appeal has ordered a new trial for Ms. McIntyre. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 4 P Residents air concerns to MPP at meeting Moya Dillon mdillon@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Residents took their chance to sound off on everything from smart meters to transit to anti-bullying legis- lation during a Town Hall with MPP Tracy MacCharles. More than 30 residents came out to speak with the Pickering Scarborough-East MPP dur- ing the meeting at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre on May 29. Ms. MacCharles spoke briefly about her activities at Queen’s Park, noting that new anti-bullying legislation had been completed and would be going for royal assent the next day. Several citizens spoke up regarding the legislation’s clause allowing students to name their own groups or clubs, which has caused controversy among the Catholic community concern- ing the fact that anti- homophobia clubs could be called Gay- Straight Alliances. “This is ground- breaking legislation that takes a strong stance against bully- ing,” Ms. MacCharles assured residents. “People say sexual orientation is not the number one cause of bullying, but the fact is students bullied because of sexual orientation have the highest rate of suicide in the province.” Ms. MacCharles clarified that the bill does not impact curric- ulum, but simply ensures stu- dents will be accommodated when they go to school admin- istration and request to form a group or club on any type of issue, from students with dis- abilities to aboriginal issues to anti-homophobia groups. “This states that those students must be accommodated, which you could argue they are entitled to already under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms,” Ms. Mac- Charles explained. Other residents agreed. “I applaud government’s efforts to support gay-straight alliances and allow students to determine the name of clubs, because it is their club,” said Ian Glynwill- iams, a Pickering resident. Other hot topics includ- ed planned improvements to the Frenchman’s Bay Harbour entrance, a project that some residents feared may nega- tively impact the area’s natural beach. Ms. MacCha- rles assured the crowd that an Environmental Assessment conduct- ed in 2009 had found no adverse impacts. “This has been in the works for many years,” Ms. MacCharles said of the planned improvements, which still require funding to cover the estimated $3 million cost. “The EA that was conducted will expire in two years, so if the project doesn’t proceed it could lapse. I’m hopeful that if funding comes through imminently we could have shovels in the ground this summer.” Several residents spoke out in favour of the project, which they said would bring much-needed tourism dollars to the area. Other topics discussed at the meeting included proposed light rail transit along Eglinton Ave- nue in Scarborough, the cost of home and auto insurance and access to health care. town hall Frenchman’s Bay and anti-bullying legislation hot topics for Pickering residents tRaCy maCChaRlEs this is groundbreaking legislation that takes a strong stance against bullying. Pickering- scarborough East mPP tracy macCharles. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 5 AP Do you or a family member havea medical condition or disability? 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Please RSVP to: 905-240-4522 or 1-877-668-9414 or Email: info@durhamhospice.com www.durhamhospice.com 2,000 jobs at Oshawa plant would be lost Keith GilliGan kgilligan@durhamregion.com OSHAWA -- The rumour that “has been flying around for some time” seems to be coming true. Sources say General Motors is expected to announce on Friday that the consolidat- ed line at the Oshawa assembly plant will close next May and with it 2,000 jobs. GM employee Tony Guyader has almost 30 years of seniority in the assembly plant and the news wasn’t new. “That rumour has been flying around for some time. It doesn’t come as surprising, but it’s sad news. A lot of people are losing their jobs. I hope GM will give us a product. We do a good job,” Mr. Guyader said as he was heading into the plant Thursday after- noon. “For the community overall, the loss of jobs, the loss of income, it will be devastat- ing,” he added. Terry, who didn’t want his last name used, has 29 years. “I might have to look for another job and take early retirement,” he said. He isn’t concerned about the closure, say- ing, “No, I have lots of stuff to do. “A lot of young people could be impact- ed,” he added. Chris Buckley, president of Local 222 of the Canadian Auto Workers, said, “I’m wait- ing for the official notification. I’m expect- ing it today (May 31) or tomorrow.” Under the contract between GM and the union, the company has to give the union 12 months notice prior to closing a line. “They’ve been consistently telling us it’s closing,” Mr. Buckley said. The line produces the Impala and Equi- nox cars. “It’s extremely discomforting,” Mr. Buckley said. “If they put a product on the table, we’ll roll up our sleeves. GM has said it has ‘no plans and our plan is to close it.’ This is bad news.” There are 4,000 employees at the Oshawa plant and 2,000 work on the consolidated line, he said. “Not to mention the spin-off jobs.” For each assembly line job, there are about nine spin-off jobs, he added. “It will be absolutely devastating to the City of Oshawa.” Closing the line in May of next year is “troublesome. We have been communicat- ing that with our members,” Mr. Buckley said. WAtcH the video story vieW photos @ durhamregion.com business Oshawa GM line closing announcement expected Friday Feedback In answer to those questions ... To the editor: Re: ‘Some ‘disabled’ parker’s abuse priv- ileges’, letter to the editor, durhamregion. com, May 18, 2012. In support of the disabled people referred to in the letter. I’ll try to answer the writer’s question: “Why do they not have to pay like the rest of us?” I assume the letter writer is referring to disabled people with disability stickers. First, that depends where you are parking. Each municipality enacts its own bylaws determining whether or not to exclude the disabled from paying parking fees. So the short answer to the writer’s enqui- ries is that it’s the law. However, not all jurisdictions throughout the province of Ontario do so, just the enlightened ones. Notwithstanding the few disabled peo- ple whom the writer also refers to as being able to pay for their own parking, the vast majority of disabled people live on fixed incomes and every little bit helps like free parking at the doctor’s office. The writer also states: “I know many peo- ple who no longer require the permit but keep getting it renewed and using it.” These disability permits are not that easy to obtain as the writer assumes. Applica- tion forms for a disability sticker must be confirmed and signed by a medical doc- tor periodically to confirm the status of the disability by penalty of law. I think the more appropriate question here should be, why do some people who do not have disability stickers park in handicapped parking spaces? Maybe someone can answer my ques- tion. Richard Kasperczyk Oshawa Viewpoint Don’t worry, government has the solution To the editor: I’m tired of our provincial government interfering in the lives of the citizens of this province. The most recent was the defer- ment of tax refund monies to low-income persons who had to borrow on their credit cards, at ridiculous interest rates, to pay for various large payments that they counted on the refunds to finance. Now, the big issue is the removal of non- nutritious foods from school cafeterias. The government claims children are becom- ing obese and a burden on our health sys- tem because of their eating habits. They are going to correct this by banning “fast foods” from school cafeterias. Some cafe- terias are going to close because they can’t make enough money selling “nutritious meals”. If the government is going to get into eat- ing habits in schools, then they should do it properly, not penalize every kid because some are overweight. They should imple- ment a program whereby once a week each child is measured for their body fat index. If the child is within the prescribed range, then he/she could order “fast foods” in the cafeteria that week. The others would have to go around the corner to the local chip truck. All kids would definitely want to get in shape so that they would not have to walk to the chip truck. I can see this going one step further. Any- one who does grocery shopping and has a bag of potato chips in their cart must also have a bunch of broccoli. Or, if you don’t have extra lean hamburger, then you must have a head of lettuce and no cheese in your cart. I guarantee you, this government will have the hospitals and doctors’ offices empty by 2014 with their programs for sav- ing money. Yeah, sure! Gord Reid OshawaRoadS Courteous motorists made officer’s day To the editor: A heartfelt thank you to the thousands of motorists inconvenienced on Ritson Road North due to road surfacing delays on May 22 and May 23. Not once as the police officer directing traffic during these days did I experience anything but polite and courteous motor- ists, several of whom who took pity on me after hours on my feet and expressing kind words and offers of water. With our vision of maintaining the safest of communities in which to live, work and play, you have yourselves to thank as well. Vince Lefaive Whitbydu r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 6 AP& A Metroland Media Group Ltd. Publication Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Cheryl Haines - Composing Manager News/Sales 905-683-5110 Fax 905-683-7363 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5. Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 Member: Ontario Press Council, OCNA, CCNA, SNA. All content copyright we think... email responses to newsroom@durhamregion.com Editorial Opinions Trouble at General Motors in Durham, even as opportunity exists Employees at General Motors in Oshawa are understandably concerned with the news -- expected to be officially confirmed by the corporation today -- that up to 2,000 jobs are at risk with the likely closing of its consolidated line. The line produces Chevrolet Impalas, which are being moved to GM’s Detroit- Hamtramck plant, which currently produc- es the Chevy Volt. It’s a serious, troubling development that will have an impact right here at home if the line is closed down and no other products are introduced. And it’s not just GM workers whose jobs are at risk; thousands of others who work in related industries that supply the plant from com- munities around Durham Region could also face layoffs as a consequence. As the old cliche goes, it’s deja vu all over again. But there are factors that could work in favour of local GM employees and the cor- poration. A recent study by the U.S.-based Center for Automotive Research (CAR) indi- cates that consumer demand for GM prod- ucts has grown considerably from the worst days of 2008-2009 when GM sought a tax- payer-funded bailout from Canadian tax- payers. CAR says the demand could well lead to capacity shortages that the corpora- tion will have to address or risk losing mar- ket share. The organization projects 3.6 mil- lion unit sales by 2015 and 3.7 million by 2018. Specifically, CAR points to capacity shortages for GM pickup trucks and other ‘full-frame’ vehicles by 2015, raising some hope, however small, that the Oshawa truck plant shuttered in May 2009 could be a can- didate for renewal. If those projected num- bers hold true, GM will have to take action and ensure consumers don’t take their money to competitors. The ebb and flow of consumer demand and the ups and downs of the North American economy has long characterized automotive production and Oshawa GM employees have endured. Contract talks loom for Canadian Auto Workers and GM. The spectre of the taxpay- er-funded bailout still looms large, particu- larly here at home. It’s not unreasonable for those whose taxes brought GM back from the brink of bankruptcy to expect a return on that investment, expressed as it should be in a greater commitment to Oshawa. Furthermore, the corporation must consid- er the opportunities that exist locally with a skilled workforce, manufacturing resources that can be efficiently -- and profitably -- retooled for new products, and long record of quality production. This latest development is cause for con- cern. However, the opportunities that exist and the factors at play can be used to Osha- wa’s advantage in a bid to reclaim those jobs. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 7 AP HEATING & COOLING CALL 24 HRS/DAY EMERGENCY SERVICE & INSTALLATION FROM $1999* (IMMEDIATE INSTALLATION AVA ILABLE) CALL NOW:905-576-7600 *CALL FORDETAILS,AFTERREBATE,OAC. $39* PER MONTH 24 HRDIAGNOSTICSERVICE$49* (REG. $99) with this ad HUGE SALE onAIR CONDITIONERS $400SAVE Reed’s Florists hosting fundraising and awareness campaign until June 17 TaRa HaTHeRly thatherly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- Reed’s Florists has teamed up with an Ajax author to raise funds and awareness in support of Prostate Cancer Canada. Jeffery and Philip Wilson, owners of Reed’s Florists, have teamed up with their brother, Ajax author Peter Wilson, for the campaign. “Our grandfather was a victim (of prostate can- cer), and my future father-in-law is in remission,” said Peter Wilson. “It is important that men educate themselves about this disease and have support from their community, as early detection is critical.” From May 17 to June 17, Reed’s Florists will offer free literature on prostate cancer and donate 25 per cent of sales from its Teleflora Baseball arrangement to Prostate Cancer Canada. During the same period, Peter Wilson will donate $2 from each sale of his book, Daddy’s Little Girl, to the foundation. The book, released in 2011 and illus- trated by Carol Matsuyama, is a heartwarming tale of a father’s love for his daughter. For more informa- tion on the book, and to place an online order, visit www.daddyslittlegirlbook.com. A book-signing will be held at Reed’s Florists in the Oshawa Centre June 16, where 50 per cent of every copy sold will benefit the foundation. All Reed’s Florists locations are participating in the campaign. The business can be found in Ajax at 206 Harwood Ave. S., in Pickering at the Pickering Town Centre and in Oshawa at the Oshawa Centre, and at 12 Simcoe St. S. For more information, visit www. reedsflorists.com. Prostate Cancer Canada supports the development of programs related to awareness of the disease and advocacy and support for those affected. The foun- communiTy Durham florist teams with Ajax author to fight prostate cancer dation also supports research in prevention, detection and treatment of the disease, in the hopes of finding a cure. For more information on the foundation, visit www.prostatecan- cer.ca. To view the Teleflora Baseball arrangement, or to place an online order, visit http://bit.ly/KRcizs. Reporter Tara Hatherly can be found on Twitter @Tara_Hatherly and on Facebook by searching Tara Hatherly. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 8 AP Triple majority achieved, speculation about candidates begins Jillian FollerT jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM -- Durham’s regional chairman will be an elected position in 2014. On Tuesday night Whitby council voted to endorse the switch from appointment to direct election, officially achieving the need- ed “triple majority”. A bylaw to change the method of select- ing Durham’s top politician requires support from regional council as well as five out of eight lower-tier municipal councils. The total number of electors in the low- er-tier municipalities that pass a resolution must also form a majority of all the electors in the region. “With the consent of Whitby council to Bylaw 19-2012 the triple majority will have been met, as the number of municipalities and the number of eligible electors in sup- port of the bylaw is a majority,” clerks depart- ment staff confirmed in an e-mail. On April 4 regional council voted 24-2 in favour of the bylaw, which was subsequent- ly endorsed by local councils in Ajax on April 23, Clarington on April 30, Pickering and Oshawa on May 22 and Whitby on May 29. The three remaining municipalities -- Scugog, Uxbridge and Brock -- have yet to vote. The next municipal election is Oct. 27, 2014 and nominations for the position don’t open until Jan. 1, 2014 -- but speculation has already started about who will throw a hat in the ring. Current chairman Roger Anderson has held the position since 1997 and it’s widely expect- ed that he will try to hold on to his seat. “I love my job...I don’t have any intentions of leaving it yet,” he said in an interview. “But we’ll have to wait and see what happens in January 2014.” As one of the most vocal advo- cates for the switch to direct elec- tion, Ajax Mayor Steve Parish is another likely contender. “I have no plans at this time for 2014...I haven’t made any decisions about running for mayor, or anything else,” he said, adding that he is “delighted” that the five lakeshore municipalities voted so swiftly and decisively in favour of the bylaw. Former Clarington mayor John Mut- ton, who now runs his own consulting firm, Municipal Solutions. and former Ajax-Pick- ering MP Mark Holland, now director of gov- ernment relations at the Heart and Stroke Foundation, are also rumoured to be eyeing Durham’s top political seat. “My current focus is running my compa- ny that has expanded internationally,” Mr. Mutton said when asked about his plans. “I will however be paying very close atten- tion as we get closer to declaration day as we need a chairman that respects the same will of the electorate that has changed the posi- tion to be elected.” Mr. Holland said the election is more than two years away and he hasn’t ruled anything in or out. “This is an incredible opportunity to elevate Durham’s issues,” he said. Candidates for chairman can expect a cam- paign spending cap of about $365,000, which is based on a 2010 formula in the Municipal Elections Act that allows candidates running for head of council to spend $7,500 plus 85 cents for every elector. An elected chairman is expected to create $40,000 to $50,000 in election costs for the Region related to advertising, election night resources and a compliance audit commit- tee. Region staff are expected to report to coun- cil on the next steps in September. Reporter Jillian Follert can be found on Twitter @ JillianFollert and on Facebook by searching Jillian Follert poliTics Residents will elect Durham’s next regional chairman i love my job...i don’t have any intentions of leaving it yet. -- Chairman Roger Anderson du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 9 P 300 Kingston Rd, Unit 13 Te l: 905-509-0336 •Fax: 905-509-0334 Northeast corner ofAltona Rd. KINGSTON RD. HWY. 401 RO U G E M O U N T AL T O N A N. Tr acy MacCharles, MPP Pickering-Scarborough East Date: Saturday, June 9th Time: 12:00 noon until 3:00 pm Location:Ta ll Pines Community Centre 64 Rylander Blvd, Scarborough (near Port Union/Kingston Road) My constituency office staff and I will be hosting my first Annual Community Appreciation BBQ.The event will be held at the Ta ll Pines Community Centre and Picnic area from 12 noon until 3:00 pm. All constituents are welcome to join me at this free event and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of refreshments and getting to know one another. I look forward to seeing everyone there! For further information: contact 905-509-0336 Pickering-Scarborough East Community Appreciation BBQ JIM WITTER - FEELING GROOVY A Musical Journey of the 60’s through the music ofSIMON & GARFUNKEL REGENT THEATRE TICKETS ON SALE NOW Friday June 15, 2012, 8 p.m. Tickets $39.00 plus tx/sc • www.regenttheatre.ca 905-721-3399 Ext.2 • 50 King St. E. Oshawa Back by popular demand, Jim Witter, the man behind the “Piano Men” tour returns to bring you on another music journey, this time through the 60s featuring the music of Simon & Garfunkel. Their songs and Jim’s performance perfectly capture the innocence, hope and introspection that contrasted the monumental changes that our society experienced during the 1960s. Transfer to Parks Canada set for end of July Mike Adler newsroom@durhamregion.com PICKERING -- Years after the first rumblings of it were heard, a rain of federal money start- ed falling on the Rouge River Valley. During an announcement at Scarborough’s West Rouge Community Centre on May 25, people rose from their seats to applaud when federal Finance Minister and Whitby-Oshawa MP Jim Flaherty said Canada’s first National Urban Park would get $143.7 million over 10 years. Mr. Flaherty was cheered again when he said the federal park would get a budget of $7.6 million annually after that. Coming in a week when budget-driven cuts to its Parks Canada agency were being felt across the country, the size of the federal lar- gesse was something advocates for the Rouge River had looked for since the current park was established with a $10-million federal fund. “We can now say with fiscal certainty that our collective dream and vision will become a reality,” said Environment Minister Peter Kent, adding the national urban park is “a world-leading concept” which will lift “our national park system to a new place.” The money will build a visitors’ centre, improve the park’s trail system and build “proper” parking lots for visitors, said Alan Wells, chairman of the Rouge Alliance, a co- operative of 12 agencies and governments that has run the park from Aurora and has an operating budget of $1.4 million annually. “We were pretty close (in terms of bud- gets) to what the feds are talking about,” said Mr. Wells, who along with the rest of the Alli- ance board is stepping down on July 31 as the Province prepares to transfer ownership to Parks Canada. Mr. Wells, however, said the Alliance saw the $100 million needed to establish a 10,000- acre park and that 5,000 acres of federal land, much of it occupied by tenant farmers in Markham, could soon be added to the future park boundaries, which aren’t set. Mr. Kent, a Thornhill MP, said he was confi- dent the 5,000 acres would be added as “sus- tainable” agriculture. “Those on the York side of the line will be part of this park,” he said, and with longer working leases, the farmers would use better agricultural practices than they do now. Mr. Flaherty, also the minister responsible for Greater Toronto, said the future park, “a people’s park nestled in the back yard of mil- lions,” will “change this part of Greater Toron- to forever” and the Conservative government would invest the money “to see it remains special for all of Canada.” The ministers and Parks Canada officials said that after 11 months of discussions with stakeholders the first public meetings on establishing the new Rouge Park will begin next month, though no dates were announced. Anyone interested should get involved “and share in some real history-making,” Mr. Kent said. “This will be a people’s park and we want the people of Canada to help us shape it.” Mr. Kent and Mr. Flaherty also thanked Alli- ance members, community groups, politi- cians and others who fought to preserve the Rouge Valley from development and who campaigned to make it a national institution. The new park will create an uninterrupted park corridor stretching from the Oak Ridg- es Moraine to Lake Ontario. The 50 square kilometre greenspace is bordered by Toron- to and Markham in the west and Pickering to the east and includes land in Toronto, York Region and Durham. -with files from Toronto Star nATionAl TreAsure Federal funding announced for Rouge Park bordering Pickering subMiTTed PhoTo PICKERING -- Pickering-Scarborough East MP Corneliu Chisu, left, Parks Canada CEO Alan Latourelle, federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty and Environment Minister Peter Kent tour the Rouge National Urban Park’s Rouge Marsh on Friday, May 25, after participating in the announcement of $143 million in funding for the park. PI C K E R I N G PI C K E R I N G AD V E R T I S I N G F E A T U R E Spring is in the air and after a long winter you’ve opened your windows to find that they are old, ugly or just in rough shape. There are several benefits to having new windows and doors in your home. 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But I figured if he keeps cry- ing a coyote is likely to find him.” Mr. Towle toiled with the idea of letting nature take its course. “But it’s difficult to walk away from an animal in distress,” he said. Just as he decided to head to his office to discuss the problem with GRCA staff, Mr. Towle heard the faint sound of voices coming from down the river -- Ted and Paul Paget, a father-son pair of kayakers from Durham Region. Mr. Towle called over the kayakers and explained the situation to them, and they were happy to help. After reaching where the fawn was stuck, Ted held his son Paul’s kayak as Paul jumped out into the water. Paul immediately sank to his knees in the mud. “The deer was half in the mud,” recalls Ted from his Pickering home. “Paul gen- tly pet the deer first to calm it down.” Paul lifted the deer from the mud and to his astonishment, the fawn calmly sat in his arms close to Paul’s chest. “It nuzzled its head on my chin and looked at me like he trusts me,” said Paul, an Oshawa resident. After a few minutes with the fawn, Paul carefully placed the fawn back on dry land and it ran off. “It was an incredible experience being able to get that close to a wild animal and to help out,” Paul said. “I am sure anyone would have done the same thing in my spot.” Neither Ted nor Paul hunt deer or eat venison -- and don’t plan to start. “If we were hunters, it would have made for one hell of a story,” Ted joked. 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The heart and soul of the fair is the homecraft exhibition and livestock competition -- a chance to pay respect to the knowledge and skill of the farming com- munity. New this year is a fleece wool show, which joins time- honoured exhibits such as cat- tle, 4-H (youth farming groups), dairy goats, horses and rabbits. The homecraft area has class- es for seniors and kids, includ- ing quilts, baking, horticulture and even “hilarious hats,” which I cannot wait to see. These exhi- bitions can rejuvenate your own interest in homecrafts, and is a great way to give your kids a slice of life away from the iPod or cell- phone. If you love suspense and drama, do not miss the live spelling bee on Saturday -- and I’m not joking. Other crowd favourites include the hands-free pie eating con- test on Saturday, and the fiddle competition on Sunday, both of which will leave you in awe, but for very different reasons. Action-seekers can let off a little steam cheering at the demolition derby, and truck and tractor pull. The log-sawing and nail-driving competitions are also great enter- tainment and showcases of skill. For fans of cuteness (and who isn’t?), there are puppies and babies too. The pet show is a sure hit with categories like coolest trick and biggest smile, and the baby show will be good for a gig- gle, and probably a few tears too, but even those will be cute. Between scheduled events, browse for collectables in the antique tent; stop for some music and refreshment in the Bavar- ian tent; or let loose in the mid- way for rides, games and carnival snacks. Fall fairs in Blackstock, Port Perry, Orono, Uxbridge and Bea- verton are still months away, so pack up the whole family and cel- ebrate the only spring fair in Dur- ham. To make sure you catch your favourite events, visit brooklin- springfair.com for the complete schedule. For other springtime activities to enjoy in Durham Region, go to www.durhamtour- ism.ca and follow us on Twitter at @DurhamTourism. See you at the fair. Kerri King is manager of Durham Tourism. Tourism Get back to your roots at the Brooklin Spring Fair du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 15 AP Mike Ruta Entertainment Editor mruta@durhamregion.com durhamregion.comEntertainment special events Groove Marmalade JAM-ming in the Village Band back in ajax to play June 8 to 10 jazz festival Mike Ruta mruta@durhamregion AJAX -- Jay Vazquez agrees that Groove Marmalade is becoming a regular at the annual jazz festival in Pickering Village. “It seems like it,” the guitar- ist and band leader says in an interview. “We’ve been there for three years now. We always have a great response from people. For me, it’s nice to play for my com- munity.” The fun and funky band plays the Pickering Village JAM Fes- tival for the fourth time next weekend. Groove Marmalade has become a crowd favourite at the event for its energized perfor- mances, which feature a vari- ety of musical styles rolled into their own groovy sound. “A blend of rock, R and B, soul, even a little bit of jazz, every- thing with a hint of Latin on top,” Vazquez says. Vazquez has been a Pickering resident for two years and plays regularly at The Waterfront Bis- tro. He notes bassist Matt De Luca lives in Whitby. Together for four years, many of the members met through music programs at Humber Col- lege and the University of Toron- to. The band’s composition has changed recently and Vazquez notes there is now an even split between the guys and the girls. The band plays covers and original music, with Vazquez coming up with “the main kind of skeleton of the song” and the band working out the arrange- ment for the latter. Groove Marmalade takes the main stage at Linton Avenue and Old Kingston Road Satur- day, June 9 at 10 p.m. In its seventh year, the festi- val features three days of music and dancing. There is no admis- sion charge and people are encouraged to bring their own lawn chair. The entire event is licensed, so no alcohol can be brought in. The fun begins Friday night with Rock ‘N’ Roll Street Danc- es with Freddy Vette and the Flames (8 p.m. to midnight) and Pauly and the Good Fel- las (7 to 11 p.m.) performing on the street and in the Courtyard, respectively. Organizers note that muscle cars and Elvises are wanted for the street dance. Saturday kicks off at 1:30 p.m. on the main stage with piper David Black, Mayor Steve Parish and councillors and the nation- al anthem performed by The Femtones. After that it’s roughly 10 hours of music played simul- taneously on the two stages. The performers include Swing Junk- ies, the Ian Duncan Quartet, Whitby’s Matthew James, Hot Air, Shades of Night and Ben Black. Sunday’s finale is also an Ajax Home Week kickoff and the music starts at 2 p.m., with bands including Some Assem- bly Required and White Ash. The fun is all on Old Kings- ton Road near Church Street and Kingston Road, including in The Courtyard’s courtyard near Windsor Drive. Learn more at pickeringvil- lagejam.com. supplied photo AJAX -- Groove Marmalade is becoming a regular at the Pickering Village JAM Festival, to the delight of music lovers. We always have a great response from people. For me, it’s nice to play for my community. Jay Vazquez Musical theatRe Durham youth heading Back To the 80s nathan Mackinnon nmackinnon@durhamregion.com WHITBY -- Whitby Courthouse Theatre is embracing crimpers, leg warmers and headbands as it heads back in time for its lat- est youth production, Back To the 80s. The musical opens June 7 at 8 p.m. and includes a Satur- day and Sunday matinee before closing June 10. With plenty of songs from stars of the 1980s such as Cyndi Lau- per, Madonna and Michael Jack- son, 45 youths from Bowmanville to Pickering, ranging from 10 to 18 years old, take on the roles of high school students from the era. The 1980s come alive through the memories of 30-something Corey Palmer. It’s a romantic comedy that goes back to Palmer’s 17-year- old self at William Ocean High School, where the unpopular hero has his eyes on one of the most popular girls in school, Tif- fany Houston. Houston has eyes for another, but Palmer’s crush and her dis- interest shows another stereo- typical element of 1980s life, the social hierarchy. With geeks, cheerleaders and varsity jocks, the high school dynamics, as remembered by Palmer, play out through songs like Material Girl, Man in the Mirror, Walking on Sunshine and Love Shack. Director Lorrie Grant says the audience won’t have to look very hard for iconic images from the 1980s such as the Rubik’s Cube, huge hair or heavy blue eyeshadow because the show is filled with them. And even though many of the youths involved with the musical weren’t even alive in the 1980s, they’ve helped out with almost every aspect of the show. “A lot of parents volunteer for the backstage stuff, however a lot of the kids help out with the choreography,” says Grant. “I work as the musical director as well but I have the kids help me. I’ll say ‘OK you guys, help me work out a melody for this part of the song’.” She says there’s a lot of dedi- cation amongst the group, who sacrifice their free time to do something they enjoy. “You have 17 year olds going to bed early on a Friday night to get up early for rehearsal on Sat- urday. They’re so involved and committed,” says Grant. Tickets for the show are $15 and can be purchased online at www.whitbytheatre.org. Auditions for waterfront series DURHAM -- Local songwriters can perform this summer at the lakefront. The Songwriter at the Waterfront Series returns this summer to spots in Whitby, Ajax, Newcastle, Oshawa and Port Perry. Organizer Ron Beer is holding auditions June 8 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Whitby Courthouse Theatre and June 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in Bowmanville. Musicians are performing for free in the series June 26, July 15 and Aug. 12 in Whitby, Ajax and Newcastle. Series musicians are also play- ing on Canada Day in Oshawa and Aug. 19 as a part of the Port Perry summer breeze festival. Book an audition by contacting Beer at youngsongwriters@rog- ers.com or 905-668- 2646. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 16 AP JASON LIEBREGTS / METROLAND Testing his brain power at Artfest PICKERING -- Josh Barless and Emily Sowa watched Chris Sowa try his hand at a brain teaser at Artfest on the Esplanade on May 26. The annual outdoor art show and sale featured more than 80 artists showing and selling their work in Esplanade Park. Writers’ Community of Durham Region breakfast meeting June 9 in Ajax AJAX -- A lawyer is having break- fast with local writers to explain slated changes to Canada’s copy- right laws. The Writers’ Community of Dur- ham Region welcomes Ariel A. Thomas from Fasken Martineau to its June 9 breakfast meeting at the Ajax Convention Centre. “The experienced lawyer will review what kind of protection writers can expect once the pro- posals are enacted into law,” states a press release. “Will it be enough to stop piracy? 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Backwoods Players presents the play three times at the Duffins Creek Spring Fair and the production is free with event admission. “Poor Lady Alys faces a rather embar- rassing problem: her husband, Sir Merrit turns into a wolf every night,” states a press release. “What can Lady Alys possibly do about this thorny problem? Enter the oily Sir Bagger with a dastardly solution! Will the Queen intervene?” The cast and crew are from throughout Durham, with Grace Rajballie of Pickering playing Lady Alys, Drue MacPherson of Oshawa as Sir Merrit and Pickering’s Sky Tyler as Sir Bagger. Alyssa Carbonaro of Ajax directs and Whitby’s Darryl Peters co-directs the pro- duction, which showcases the group’s youth performers. The fair runs from noon to 4:30 p.m. and you can see A Wolf’s Tale at 1:20, 2:45 and 3:05 p.m. Pickering Museum Village is just off Hwy. 7, three kilometres east of Brock Road in the Village of Greenwood in north Pickering. For more information visit pickering. ca/museum or call the museum village at 905-683-8401. theatre Lady Alys has a hairy problem in Pickering JaSon LieBregtS / MetroLanD PICKERING -- Backwoods Players’ Drue MacPherson, Grace Rajballie and Sky Tyler rehearsed a A Wolf’s Tale, to be performed on Sunday, June 10 at the Duffin’s Creek Spring Fair at Pickering Museum Village. Brad Kelly Sports Editor bkelly@durhamregion.com durhamregion.com facebook.com/sportsdurhamregion twitter.com/scnewsdurhamSports du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 18 AP Rugby Pickering dominates Senior girls blank uxbridge 29-0 in LOSSA final, off to OFSAA in Ottawa bRAd KeLLy bkelly@durhamregion.com AJAX -- To say that the senior girls’ rugby team at Pickering High School was a pleas- ant surprise this season would be an under- statement. Even head coach Kelly Sadowski called the results the team posted this season similar to getting a Christmas present. And there is more to celebrate, as the Trojans will be off to Ottawa next week for the OFSAA AAA/AAAA provincial championships after blanking Uxbridge 29-0 in the LOSSA gold medal game. “I just didn’t know how we were going to do it,” said Sadowski after assembling a team that lost 13 of 15 starters off last year’s team. “With the juniors that were coming up, I knew there was some talent coming up, but I didn’t know that we had that much talent. “In past years we were very athletic, not very rugby minded. This year we’re a true rugby team.” The domination in the LOSSA final was a mere extension of the regular season where Pickering went 4-0, out-scoring the opposi- tion 166-17. In the playoffs, they steamrolled the competition, winning the quarterfinals 46-5 over All Saints, the semifinals 43-5 over Dunbarton, and then posting a shutout over Uxbridge in the final. Success is nothing new to the program or Sadowski, who has been at the helm for five seasons. Last year Pickering posted a 29-0 victory over Ajax in the LOSSA final to advance to OFSAA, where they won the opening game 22-0 over Cardinal New- man, but were bounced after falling 14-0 to Applewood Heights. Some of the motivation this season came from a young group that wanted to prove they were just as good as their predeces- sors, said Sadowski. “The motivation is that we have a lot of the alumni come back and help now that they are back from university. I think some of the girls overheard the older girls say ‘I don’t know what you guys are going to do. You’ve lost so many people.’ “I think they just wanted to prove those old girls wrong. It didn’t matter if they weren’t as experienced, but they were ready to go and they could prove themselves.” Heading into OFSAA, Sadowski expects the team to be seeded a little lower than the seventh they were last year, but not much, predicting to be in the seven to nine range. She said the hard work the team has put in this season since February, with 90 to 95 per cent turnout for practices, bodes well this time around. “What’s going to be different this year is we have the size. Last year our forwards didn’t have the size to deal with size and speed. “This year we have the size and we are going to go out with the strategy that you have to stop our forwards, and if you don’t stop our forwards, we’ll run it that way. If you do, we have our back attack that can come through.” CeLiA KLemenz / metROLAnd RAGLAN -- While keeping watch on the dancing ball, Stacie Clayton, of the Pickering High School Trojans, was tackled by Sophia Ferguson, of the Uxbridge Secondary School Tigers, during the LOSSA senior girls’ rugby final played at Raglan Fields. Pickering took the game 29-0 and have advanced to the OFSAA championships in Ottawa. bASKetbALL Four players invited to u18 national team tryout DURHAM -- Four local players have been invited to the junior men’s national team tryout camp that begins at Hum- ber College on Saturday. Kaza Keane and Agunwa Okolie of Ajax, along with MiKyle McIntosh and Jamal Reynolds of Pickering, are four of 17 players who will be competing for a spot on the Canadian roster. From the camp that runs until June 10, a final team of 12 will be selected to represent Canada in the 2012 FIBA Americas U18 Championships in Brazil from June 16-20. “We have a very strong and com- mitted group of athletes coming to camp and expect to have a productive and rewarding experience,” said head coach, Roy Rana. “Judging by the qual- ity of our tryout phase, this will be one of the more competitive training camps I’ve been part of in my career at the national team level.” Keane is a six-foot-one guard who attends Christian Faith Center Acad- emy in North Carolina along with MiKyle McIntosh, a six-foot-six forward. Okolie is a six-foot-eight forward from Denis O’Connor, while Reynolds is a six-foot- four guard out of Pine Ridge. mARtiAL ARtS Street Smart karate camps expanding AJAX -- Once again Street Smart Defensive Arts will be hosting a Sum- mer Karate Kids Camp in Ajax. Street Smart will be offering two fun-filled weeks of its Karate Kids the weeks of July 16 and July 30. No previous experience required. The camp hosts children ages 5 to 14. The Street Smart Karate Kids Camp program will offer a unique hybrid martial arts program consisting of tradi- tional karate blended with state-of-the- art reality-based self-defence instruction and anti-bullying techniques, designed to teach your child important life skills such as balance, coordination, strength, courtesy, friendship, respect, focus, confidence, teamwork, discipline and fit- ness. Students will be taught basic kara- te skills such as blocks, kicks, strikes, escapes and street proofing. Along with self-defence techniques, anti-bullying strategies, and stranger danger, par- ticipants will demonstrate their first Kata (forms) by the end of camp. Visit www.streetsmartpersonalpro- tection.com for more details or call Todd at 905-903-8707 to register. 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Coaches are Cris Barbulescu and Jeff Reddon. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 19 P Golf Charity tournament honours memory of Mark Dailey PICKERING -- On Thursday, June 21, Pickering Village United Church will honour veteran newsman Mark Dai- ley at its 14th annual charity golf tournament to be held at the Four Seasons Golf Course in Claremont. Tickets are $135 per player and include 18 holes of golf, shared power golf cart, lunch at the club, dinner at PVUC, prizes and a $35 tax receipt. Dailey and his wife Kim were married at the church and became members of the congregation, helping for a number of years with the golf tournament. Formerly known as the Bill Hearn Golf Tournament, it was renamed in Mark Dai- ley’s honour in 2012 at the request of Mary Hearn, Bill’s widow, who felt it was time to pass the torch. Since its inception, the tournament has raised approximately $285,000 and is sponsored by local businesses that act as title and hole sponsors, and who also donate prizes and silent auction items. Proceeds from this charita- ble event help local charities and groups and also allow the church to rent space -- at no cost or low cost -- to a variety of community organizations such as Alcoholics Anony- mous, Al-Anon, Cocaine Anonymous, Alzheimer Support Group, Peri-Natal Bereavement Group, as well as sports, scouting and guid- ing groups. Tickets are available by calling the church at 905- 683-4721 or e-mailing pvuc@ pvuc.ca. Information is also available at www.pvuc.ca. martial artS Pickering Karate-do adds 6th degree black belt peter Van tienen earns title of renshi PICKERING -- Durham’s karate community and martial arts practitioners now have an advanced level teacher offering classes closer to home. Since Peter Van Tienen opened the Pickering Karate-Do club in Sep- tember, he has gained a loyal following among area black belts. Van Tienen was recent- ly granted the title Ren- shi, meaning he has pro- gressed to 6th degree black belt. He is one of 25 people to receive this title from the Interna- tional Karate Association of Canada in the last 40 years, and only a small few in Durham Region in that same period. He has been practising karate in and around the GTA for more than 30 years. Renshi Van Tienen prac- tises a traditional style of Shotokan karate, which shares its roots with the origins of karate in Oki- nawa. Renshi emphasizes discipline in daily train- ing, but also tries to keep karate fun for students to strive for a lifelong com- mitment. His longtime teacher, Kancho Okuyama is a 9th degree black belt and is considered one of the early fathers of kara- te in Canada. He started learning sumo and judo at the age of seven (follow- ing family tradition) and started karate at 13 with Okinawan Master Kinjo. Renshi Van Tienen’s club is open to all students of karate, from beginners to veterans. He notes that karate is “fitness with a purpose”, work- ing the body, mind and spirit as well as building strength, balance, coordi- nation, and confidence. “Real confidence comes from within,” says Renshi. “Confidence built on the surface is a form of pro- tection, confidence built from within is an ongoing achievement.” Pickering Karate-Do held its second grading recently, allowing six stu- dents to graduate to a higher belt level. The stu- dents can also celebrate the fact that they are more than halfway to their end- of-year goal of 50,000 sit- ups, push-ups and 100,000 punches. For further information, check out Pickering Kara- te-do on Facebook http:// www.facebook.com/Pick- eringKarateDo, or call 289-923-3992. Submitted photo PICKERING -- Peter Van Tienen, a sixth degree black belt, puts Patricia Vango, Sinead Kappel, Erin Kappel, Andrew Tavares and Matthew Tavares through a work- out at Pickering Karate-Do. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 20 AP P.R.Y.D.E. Learning Centres is inviting applicants for full and part time positions of Supervisor, On-Site Supervisors, RECE's and Childcare Assistants to complement our growing programs. Please forward your resume to lisa.bruce@prydelearningcentres.ca by June 11, 2012. 95% of our management team began their career in a position like this. Start yourS today! 1189 Colonel Sam drive, oshawa, oN L1H 8W8 www.minacs.adityabirla.com CAREER FAIR Thursday, June 7th, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. English and Bilingual (Eng/Fr) Customer Service Representatives We’re a company of friendly and helpful people. 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Please drop off re- sume at 577 Ritson Rd. S., O s h a w a o r e m a i l : cullenheatingair@bellnet.ca NO Phone calls Please LICENSED MECHANIC, must have positive attitude, reliable, experience, able to deal with customers, knowl- edge of electrical diagnos- tics, also regular mainte- nance and repair. E-mail re- sume: laauto@live.ca Hospital/Medical/Dental PROGRESSIVE DENTAL office in Whitby seeking Treatment Coordinator. Please fax resume to 905- 725-5087. Houses for Sale$ BROCK/ROSSLAND Whitby 62 Fulton Cres. 3 bedroom house; 2.5 bathrooms; fin- ished walkout basement; air- conditioned; large fenced yard; 2 decks; 4 car parking and garage; schools, parks, and transit close by. $288,900 416-788-3667 SPACIOUS RANCH Bunga- low Private Sale - House, 3- bedrooms 2-bathrooms Spa- cious quality built ranch bun- galow with over 1800 sq feet situated in the quaint village of Sunderland, Durham re- gion, northeast of Toronto. Newly renovated, including beautiful hard wood floors, new upgraded Berber carpet- ing, new 200 amp service, new windows, new high effi- ciency gas furnace, newer roof, 3-bedroom, 11/2 bath, main floor laundry, beautiful custom plaster ceiling and moulding's. Oversized 2-car garage with access to house and huge unspoiled base- ment. Large lot with mature trees. Close to all the town has to offer including Go Bus service. Must see to appre- ciate all this home has to of- fer. OPEN HOUSE: SATUR- DAY JUNE 2nd 2.00- 4.00pm $339,900 Please Contact 705-324-0429. To wnhousesSaleT FRESHLY RENOVATED 53 Adams Ct townhouse for sale in Uxbridge. 4 bath- rooms, 1 car garage, air/con, stainless steel fridge/stove, central vac, washer/dryer, finished basement. Move in ready. To view call Sabina (905)852-4071 OPEN HOUSE Saturday June 2 & Sunday June 3 2:00-4:00 PM and Saturday June 9 & Sun- day June 10 from 2:00-4:00 PM Agents Welcome Apartments/Condos for Sale$ AJAX, Westney/Hwy 2. Condo 2-bdrms, 2 bath- rooms, ensuite laundry, 5-appliances, walk-out to patio, a/c, storage/locker room, swimming pool/sauna, gym. Low Low price! $179,999. Call after 5pm (905)999-1458 or Barbara (905)424-3936 Industrial/Commercial SpaceI INDUSTRIAL BAY next to 401/Stevenson exit. Hydro, water, heating, sink, parking, 2 air compressors, high roll- up door, washrooms includ- ed. Auto repair, machining, hobbies, and other light in- dustrial uses. Storage con- tainer available. 905-576- 2982 or 905-621-7474 Classifieds YourClassifieds.caFor Delivery Inquiries, please call 905-683-5117 News Advertiser To Place an Ad Call: 905-683-5110 Or Toronto Line: 416-798-7259 durhamregion.com • Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ju n e 1 , 2 0 1 2 21 AP 416.495.3542 MONARCHGROUP.NET ONLY 9 LUXURY DETACHED HOMES AVAILABLE IN THIS ESTABLISHED COMMUNITY. MOVE IN THIS YEAR. MONH 18398 Lexington Scarborough 2 by 2 AD may 12.indd 112-05-30 2:47 PM Up to 90% LTV Don’t worry about Credit! Refinance Now! Call 647-268-1333 Hugh Fusco AMP #M08005735 Igotamortgage Inc. #10921 www.igotamortgage.ca Available Mortgages 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Close to school, shopping, hospital On-site superintendent. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com Houses for Sale$ BusinessOpportunitiesB DIGITAL PRINT CENTER For Sale, Owner Selling, Per- sonal Reasons. Services In- clude Marketing, Direct Mail, Promo Items & Much More! No Exp Nec. Financing. Training & Local Support. Call: 1-800-796-3234. Mortgages,LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 90% No income, Bad credit OK! Bet- ter Option Mortgage #10969 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com 3.07% 5 yr. Fixed No appraisal needed. Beat that! Refinance now and Save $$$ before rates rise. Below bank Rates Call for Details Peter 877-777-7308 Mortgage Leaders Apartments &Flats for RentA OSHAWA NORTH, Spa- cious units. Adult & Senior lifestyle buildings. Renovat- ed 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Across hospital, near bus stop, wheel chair and security access. Call 905- 728-4966, 1-866-601-3083. www.apartmentsinontario.com Houses for Sale$ Apartments &Flats for RentA 110 PARK ROAD NORTH 2-Bedroom Suites starting at $1080+hydro. Controlled apartment heating. Laundry facilities on every floor. Ele- vator access to your unit. Bus stop located in front of building. Close to Oshawa Centre & downtown. Call 905.431.8532 www.skylineonline.ca 2 BEDROOM north Oshawa very bright apartment, Sim- coe North at Russett. Well- maintained 12 plex, Newly renovated, hardwood floors, Rogers cable/heat/ wa- ter/parking included. Laun- dry, No dogs. near bus/shopping. (905)576- 2982, 905-621-7474 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedrooms from $1099/mo. Plus parking. Available June & July 1st. 905-683-5322, 905-683-8421 BROOKLIN 2 bedroom walk- out basement apt. Newly renovated, lots of light, park- ing, great area, no pets/smokers. Available June 1st. $850/mo 905-655-9225 MARY STREET APTS bachelors, 1 & 2 bdrm apts. Utilities included, minutes to downtown, short drive to Whitby Mall. Mary/Garden 8 8 8 - 4 1 5 - 2 8 5 4 www.realstar.ca Mortgages,LoansM Apartments &Flats for RentA NORTH OSHAWA, 1 bed- room apt, clean, quiet, se- cure building, laundry on site, $790 plus hydro. Mature per- son preferred. Available now. Call Genedco Services, 1- 866-339-8781. OSHAWA BLOOR/WILSON 2-bdrm basement $800+ utilities. Laundry, large yard, ample parking. Available July 1. No smoking/pets. first/last (905)260-1496 Perfection!!!newly renovated corner suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value $1035/mth! 905-668-7758viewit.ca (vit #17633) PICKERING, BROCK/Major Oaks. Newly decorated, fully furnished 1-bedroom base- ment apartment. Separate entrance, AC, with walk out deck to back yard. 1-parking, shared laundry, all applianc- es, no smoking/pets. $950/month, all inclusive. July 1st. (905)427-7680. Mortgages,LoansM Apartments &Flats for RentA WHITBY 3 - BEDROOM Large bright main floor. reno- vated bathroom newer car- pet, washer dryer parking, yard, no smoking, no pets $1200 plus utility's available July 1st. (905) 427-9437 WHITBY, large, bright, reno- vated 2-bedroom apartment, $975/month. New windows, secured access, cameras. Laundry on site. New heat- ing, water system. Steps to public transit. (905)809-0168. Houses for Rent A+ RENT-TO-OWN Whitby Beautiful 3+1 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Quiet Court. Spotless, gleaming hardwood, gor- geous yard w/deck. Fin. basement, garage with work- shop. 24 hr. Message: 866- 956-6688, Bad credit OK AJAX - RENT TO OWN Beautiful Home, Detached Modern 3 beds, Deck, Finshd Rec Room, attch gar- age, Fenced Yard. All Credit OK. WWW.L2O.INFO 24hr msg: 1-866-456-7902 AJAX, Westney/Sullivan. 3 bdrm. main floor. Fenced yard. $1150/mo.+ 3/4 utilities. Avail. July 1st/15th. No smoking. First/last. Call or text 416-458-7184. Apartments &Flats for RentA Houses for Rent HAYDON - 3 BEDROOM older 1 1/2 storey home, fridge, stove, washer, dryer, lots of parking, lst/last refer- ences, July lst, $750 mo. plus utilities. Call (905)579- 7750 or Cell (905)213-9659 WHITBY, country living in the city. Stately 3-bedroom detached 1-1/2 storey on huge private lot. c/w attached double garage, front veran- dah, back deck, finished basement, gas fireplace, A/C. 2-full baths, ceram- ic/hardwood flooring, laundry room, major appliances, no smoking/pets, $1500/month plus utilities, first/last. Year round grounds maintenance included. July1st. (905)243- 5030 To wnhousesfor RentT PICKERING, WHITES & Sheppard. 2 large bedroom. 2 full washrooms, powder room, laundry, balcony, liv- ing, kitchen, dining, garage, 2-parking. Near amenities & 401. Available July 1st. $1200+utilities. (416)451- 4933. Rooms forRent & WantedR AJAX (HARWOOD/BAYLY). 3-bdrm bsmt. Hardwood/tile flooring, use of yard. Avail. June1st. $1200/mo inclusive. A/C, parking, near tran- sit/hospital. No pets/smok- ing. First/last req'd. Call Sherry 647-388-7437. Apartments &Flats for RentA Rooms forRent & WantedR WHITBY, room avail. in quiet home. $500/mo inclusive, (wkly avail.) Includes inter- net, share use of kitchen, no smoking/pets, first/last/refer- ences. (905)430-8189, (905)259-8959. VacationProperties CANCEL YOUR TIME- SHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Mainte- nance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guaran- tee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1- 888-356-5248 Lost & FoundL MISSING, GREEN CHEEK Conure "Ding" in the area of 120 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax. He is mainly green colour w/yellow & red stomach and reddish brown tail. RE- WARD. Family devastated. 905-686-0320 or 416-786- 2174 Music &Dance Instruction PIANO TEACHER looking for students, beginners wel- comed at any age. Westney Heights area of Ajax. Call Joani at 905-686-8351. Articlesfor SaleA HOT TUB, Delux Cabinet, must sell, warranty, $2,495 905-409-5285 Articlesfor SaleA **PINE LUMBER SALE, ontariowidelumber.com. Di- rect from the Mill to you for whole sale prices. Wide plank flooring, log siding (round/square profile) V-joint, wainscotting, board & batten, custom molding, etc. SPE- CIALS 2x8 round logs $0.89/cents-foot. 2x12 square log siding $1.59/foot. 1x6 T&G Flooring, $0.49/cents-foot ($1.22sq.ft). 1x8 T&G flooring, $0.69/cents-foot, 1x6 V-Joint, $0.45/cents-foot, 1x4 base- board, $0.49/cents-foot, 1x3 casing, $0.39/cents-foot. ON- TARIO WIDE DELIVERY, 7 DAYS A WEEK. (613)292- 9211 21' ABOVE GROUND POOL, excellent condition, $1200. All equipment includ- ed. Call (905)571-4710 AIR CONDITIONERS, high- efficiency, with Ozone safe R-410A refrigerant with ener- gy efficient compressor from $1499 (installed) by licensed 310A mechanic also home service calls $49. (289)404- 3738. BED, ALL new Queen ortho- pedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 HOT TUB COVERS All Custom covers, all sizes and all shapes, $375.00 plus tax Free delivery. Let us come to your house & measure your tub! Pool safety covers. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB (SPA) Covers Best Price, Best Quality. All shapes & Colours Available. Call 1-866-652-6837. www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper HOT TUBS, 2012 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifice $3,900. 416-779- 0563. MAYTAG Easy Care Perma- nent Press Washer w/sud saver and dryer. Excellent working condition. Both for $450. (905)831-0064 Articlesfor SaleA RENT TO OWN - N e w a n d reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Comput- ers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1- 800-798-5502. SECURITY CONCERNS We Can Help. Camera Systems, Very Reasonable 26 Years Experience. Family Business. www.SkyviewE.com 905- 655-3661 1-800-903-8777 TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLI- ANCES stainless steel, white and black French door fridge's available, variety of dented ranges, laundry, dish- washers and fridge's - differ- ent colors. SMALL DENTS EQUAL HUGE SAVINGS! 18 cu. ft. fridges at $399. New coin laundry available, Call us today, Stephenson's Ap- pliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 Pets, Supplies,Boarding BORDOODLE PUPPIES (Border Collie/Poodle, 50/50 blood line), 8 weeks old, black/white, highly intelligent, vet checked, first shots, $1000. 705-928-6875, email golf.lessons@sympatico.ca Cars for Sale 1977 PONTIAC LAMANS CLASSIC A1 condition. one owner, low mileage 48000- miles. Orange with white upholstery, winterized, snow tire $15,000 or best offer. Call 9am-8pm 905-579-1090. 1991 ALPHA SPIDER Ve- loce black with tan interiors, excellent condition, very low mileage, $16,000 or best of- fer. Call Steve (289)-928- 0955 2002 CHRYSLER NEON LE, 4-door sedan. Power steer- ing, power breaks, power locks, AM/FM/CD, AC, 204,000kms, very good con- dition, $2500 - certified and e-tested. (289)240-2885. Cars for Sale 2004 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS Dale Earnhardt Intimidator. Loaded. 161,000 km, certified, e-tested $7500. (905)342-2003 2004 TOYOTA ECHO $2695.; 2004 Chevy Cavalier $1395.; 2003 Dodge Dakota Pickup $3695.; 2003 Toyota Celica GT $4695.; 2003 Mazda Tribute $4695.; 2003 Mazda MPV-ES $2695.; 2002 Infiniti QX4 $4395.; 2002 Mazda Protège $1195.; 2002 Chrysler Sebring LX $1695.; 2002 Hyundai Accent GS $1695.; 2001 Izuzu Rodeo LS $3695.; 2001 Suzuki XL7 $3195.; 2000 Saturn SL1 $1395.; 2000 Olds Intrigue GL $1695.; 1999 Toyota Corolla CE $1495.; 1999 Nissan Altima GXE $1395.; 1999 Chevy Malibu $995.; 1998 Mazda Protege SE $1495.; 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 $1695.; 1998 Buick Regal GS $1395.; 1997 Acura Integra $995.; 1997 Pontiac Gr.AM SE $1195.; 1997 Buick LeSabre Cus. $995; 1995 Cadillac DeVille $1695.; 1995 Ford Explorer XLT $1695. OVER 55 VEHI- CLES IN STOCK. Amber Motors, 3120 Danforth Ave., Scarborough 416-864-1310 TIRED OF TAKING THE BUS? Car Repairs Got You Down? Bankrupt? Poor Credit? 100% Approval. Drive The Car You Need Today. Call 1-877-743-9292 Or Apply Online @ www.needacartoday.ca. Cars WantedC **$!$$!! ! AAAAA WHITTLE SCRAP Solutions. We pay cash for your scrap cars, truck, and vans! Fast free pickup. 24/7. 905-431-1808. ! $$$$ ! AAAAA ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days per week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! ! ! ! ! A AAAAA ALL SCRAP CARS, old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob any- time (905)431-0407. Cars WantedC ! ! ! $200-$2000 Cash For Cars & Trucks $$$$ 1-888-355-5666 $250-$2000 Ajaxautowreckers.com Cash for Cars, Trucks and All Scrap Metal. 905-686-1771 416-896-7066 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junk- er. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES COURTICE AUTO Recy- cling. We pay Top Dollar for your Scrap cars & trucks. Cash paid. 24 hours, 7 days/week. Free pickup. Call John (905)436-2615 Va ns/4-Wheel DriveV 2009 FORD RANGER 4x4 supercab red w/grey/black interior. 17k. loaded, asking $16,500. (905)809-3446 905 440 4400 www.interlockandstone.ca great_outdoors@rogers.com MURPHY’S HOME SERVICES Over 25 Years Experience James (905) 706-7273 “Spring Discounts” Decks, Fences, Sheds, Pergolas, Interlocking Brick, General Home Renovations, Demolition & Disposal DM CONTRACTING Residential & Commercial Renovations Kitchens l Bathrooms l BasementsHardwood l Carpet l Tiling Painting l Drywall & Tape Decks l Fencing l Free Estimates Drew Moffatt 416-898-7502Email: dm_contracing@hotmail.ca SCARLETT'S TREE SERVICE Tree Removal, trimming, limbing and stump grinding ISA Certified Arborist, Utility Arborist Fully Insured, WSIB Call Bruce Ph: (905)433-7140 HomeImprovement A1 Renovations For all your renova- tion needs from A to Z Framing, Drywall, Painting, Tile, Stucco & More Reliable Service Has Made Us! 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Come & Worship To advertise your Church Services in our Worship Directory PUBLISHING FRIDAYS Deadline: Wednesday 12 Noon Call Erin Jackson 905-683-5110 ext. 286 or email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Don’t Miss Our Special Bible Camp Section Publishing FRIDAY JUNE 15th Acting Under Instructions received: *Mixed Estates *Liquidation Inventory PUBLIC AUCTION SALE Saturday June 2nd 1:pm - Preview 12: Noon Quality Inn Hotel (Formerly Holiday Inn) 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa, Ontario Partial Listing: Jewellery * Art * Major Estate Coin Collection w/ 1948 Silver Dollar *First Day Covers, Stamps, Bradford Collector Plates, Signed Jerseys, Sports Memorabilia * Estate Collection of A. J. Casson Rare Original Signature Lithos * Native Artist Norval Morrisseau * Pi- casso * Matisse * 10-14-18kt Gold Diamond & Gemstone Rings, Neck- laces, Earrings, Bracelets, Watches, Pearls, Accent Furniture, Electronics, TV's, Old Hockey Cards, Gold Coins, Fine Silver RCM Special Issues, Cameras, High Quality Persian Rugs, Tiffany Style Lamps, Nostalgia, Luggage, Crystal, Glassware, Porcelain, Rock Bands Guitar Pick Collec- tion, Designer Purses, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Violin w/case, Tele- scopes, CO2 Air Guns, Radio Control Watercraft, Helicopter & All Ter- rain vehicles. Terms: as per posted & announced at http://www.auc- tioneer.ca Buyers Premium in effect, Cash * Visa * MC * Debit * Pre Register on line, all sales final. MAJOR FURNITURE AUCTION MONDAY MAY 21 AT 10:AM in Woodbridge - Details on website. AUCTION DEPOT CANADA - www.auctioneer.ca Acting Under Instructions received: *Mixed Estates*Liquidation Inventory PUBLIC AUCTION SALE Sunday, June 3rd Start: 1 p.m.- Preview 12: Noon Claremont Community Centre 4840 Old Brock Rd., Claremont Partial Listing: Jewellery * Art * Major Estate Coin Collection w/ 1948 Silver Dollar *First Day Covers, Stamps, Bradford Collector Plates, Signed Jerseys, Sports Memorabilia * Estate Collection of A. J. Casson Rare Original Signature Lithos * Native Artist Norval Morrisseau * Pi- casso * Matisse * 10-14-18kt Gold Diamond & Gemstone Rings, Neck- laces, Earrings, Bracelets, Watches, Pearls, Accent Furniture, Electronics, TV's, Old Hockey Cards, Gold Coins, Fine Silver RCM Special Issues, Cameras, High Quality Persian Rugs, Tiffany Style Lamps, Nostalgia, Luggage, Crystal, Glassware, Porcelain, Rock Bands Guitar Pick Collec- tion, Designer Purses, Acoustic & Electric Guitars, Violin w/case, Tele- scopes, CO2 Air Guns, Radio Control Watercraft, Helicopter & All Ter- rain vehicles. Terms: as per posted & announced at http://www.auc- tioneer.ca Buyers Premium in effect, Cash * Visa * MC * Debit * Pre Register on line, all sales final.MAJOR FURNITURE AUCTION MONDAY MAY 21 AT 10:AM in Woodbridge - Details on website. AUCTION DEPOT CANADA - www.auctioneer.ca Sat. June 2 - 10am PUBLIC AUTO/RV AUCTION at MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER-LINDSAY selling for wholesalers, trustees, financial institutions, local con- signments, 30-40 vehicles, cars, trucks, 4x4's, vans, travel trailers, Hybrid trailers, tent trailers, Motorhomes, boats, ATV, riding lawn mower, call to consign, MCLEAN AUCTIONS 705-324-2783 view terms/list/photos/updates at www.mcleanauc- tions.com Father’s Day Tributes 905-683-5110 ext. 286 Publishing Friday June 15 Deadline Tuesday June 12 For further information please call Erin at INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below Address to: The Circulation Manager 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 - Bid 603 Will be received until 12 noon on June 11, 2012 Contract commencing July 3, 2012 Work consisting of inserting, bagging and delivering newspapers and flyers to customers in rural Township of Manvers area on Thursdays. Vehicle required. Bid packages can be picked up at 865 Farewell St. Oshawa L1H-7L5 from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Lowest or any bids will not necessarily be accepted. Only the successful company will be contacted. PEANUT IS MISSING!! Very loving 7yr old female cat, medium sized black and white. Missing since Sat May 26th - Rossland/Whitburn area. Unfortunately she has no collar or tags but responds to her name Peanut or Treats. If anyone has seen her please contact Justin or Jennifer at 905-493-3768 She is dearly missed! INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below Address to: The Circulation Manager 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 - Bid 601 Will be received until 12 noon on June 11, 2012 Contract commencing July 3, 2012 To deliver newspapers, flyers, catalogues and other products to approx 75 specific drop locations in the Port Perry area. Vehicle required. Bid packages can be picked up at 865 Farewell St. Oshawa L1H-7L5 from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Lowest or any bids will not necessarily be accepted. Only the successful company will be contacted. HUGH multi-family Garage Sale!Sat June 2nd 8-1 pm Hugh family garage sale. 14 Howlett Cres. Salem and Tauten area in Ajax. Coffee tables (3), old-time movie chairs, candle holders, board games and much more!!! TONS of books (brand new romance books from NY times best-selling authors!). Never read, all from recent writers conference so these are hot-hot-hot titles! Take Salem north to Williamson (turn left). 1st right onto Tunbridge. Turn left onto HOWLETT. 14 Howlett. 06/02/2012~8:00 am-2:00 pm DOWNSIZING SALE YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS! 833 Miriam Rd., Pickering Sat. June 2 & Sun. June 3 starting 8am Rain or Shine, covered area Coffee & end tables, bar/wine rack, wine tower, occasional chair, leather reclining sofa, carpet, new bed linens (k&q), pictures, artwork, lighting, 2011 Jensen 5x8 v-nose trailer, so much more! 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