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Workshop Addresses Student Drop-out Rate The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, May 11,1988 9 Firefighters Hold Successful Spring Dance Pontypool News by Nettle Aiken Welcome to the happy spring month of May, when flowers will be coming out to A group of dedicated area school teachers returned to the classroom at Bowmanville Bowmanville High School on Saturday, May 7. The teachers were attending a workshop workshop lead by Karl McCutcheon (above), principal of Kipling Collegiate in Etobicoke. Etobicoke. Mr. McCutcheon is the co-author of Making the Grade, a report on ways to reduce the drop-out rate in the province's secondary schools. The day-long workshop workshop focused on ways to keep students interested and in school. 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In Pontypool United Church, the bnde was Norme Curtis, daughter of Neil and Mary Curtis, long time residents in our area, and the groom was Chris Scott. In Oshawa, the groom was Andy Lightfoot and the bride Lana Tarant, at Hillsdale Hillsdale Wesleyan Methodist Church. Andy and Lana will be living in the Lightfoot house in Pontypool and Sandy, Rick and Becky will be moving to Port Hope. The Herman Webbs held a successful auction sale on Saturday, April 30th. Auctioneers Auctioneers were Charlie McGill and Larry Currans. The crowd was excellent, and the Keenagers kept busy serving lunch. Good luck in the Webb's soon retirement in Lindsay. / Sincere sympathy to the Webb family on the death Sunday, May 1st, of Herman's Herman's sister, Elsie, Mrs. Roy Mullen, of Peterborough. Visitation was on Tuesday, May 3rd in the afternoon. Funeral from Comstock's Funeral Home, Peterborough Peterborough in the chapel on Wednesday, Wednesday, May 4th. Interment at Lalefield Cemetery. Mrs. Lewis Staples died in Lindsay on Saturday evening, evening, April 30th, in her sixty- first year. Funeral service was from Mackey's Funeral Home, Lindsay on Tuesday, May 3rd, with burial at St. Mary's Lifford Cemetery. Lewis Staples will be well known to some residents in this district (Bethany) through his employment in the Department of Highways. Highways. The St. Thomas More Parish have their plans completed completed now "for their teritii antiiveYaary: dafice at that Pontypool Community Centre Centre on May 21st. Music is by D.J. and tickets are available from any parishoner, more E articularly the Mullers, the filions or the Libbengas. Bill and Mary Gilhank of the subdivision are now the proud parents of a baby girl, sister to three adoring brothers brothers ("my three sons"). All are well. Jean Rose recently visited her parents and brother, Frank, Linda and Joe for a short holiday from Camp Borden. The girls in the Guides have been working on their First Aid badge and were tested on May 11th. On May 15 th, there will be a hike with cameras with pictures taken of wild flowers, nature lore etc. under the direction of Jim Quirk for the Photography Photography badge. May 28th is Girl Guide day at Canada's Wonderland. Wonderland. The first week in May they had a craft for Mother's Day. David Murphy is now out of hospital on medication and complete rest until the fall. Best wishes for a good recovery. Also best of health to Bill Verkruisen, who is under under the doctor's care for his back. We are happy for the good progress that Re ta McKay is making. Please remember remember Alex Joncas, Horace Horace Peck, Carolyn Fice and iey the families in 3'our thoughts and prayers for those of our loved ones who have been ill, as they need support to cope too. We welcomed Reverend Heather Smith back to our pulpit on Sunday, May 1st, out she did not join in the choir number. There was a ' baptism and we enjoyed the way she handled this, as always, always, introducing the baby to some of her Christian brothers and sisters. It is to be hoped the Reverend Heather Smith will be able to resume her work gradually and get cooperation of both congregations, Bethany and Pontypool. Reverend Fred Swann of Ballyduff Church seems to be able to cope with limited Council Brief The bus stop at the corner of Division and King Streets in Bowmanville is a "total disaster", according to one town councillor. "There are people sitting around using the bus stop for other uses I won't mention," mention," said Councillor Marie Hubbard at the council meeting meeting on Monday, May 9. - ' She claimed that businesses businesses in the area are being affected, alicFany new business business on thti street-would be cause ofT^^SPsioppprbb- lems. jV; She asked that town staff consider moving the bus stop to a location east, of the corner. A group of Solina women have let Newcastle councillors councillors know that they are opposed opposed to Sunday shopping. A letter from Barbara Kapteyn, President of the Solina Women's Institute, arrived arrived at the council table on Monday. Enclosed with the correspondence was a petition petition signed by 23 members of the group. "We feel strongly that stores should not be allowed to open on Sundays, that it is a day of rest and a time to spend with our friends and families and to observe the Sabbath," stated the petition. The letter was .received for information. Motorists will soon be legally legally able to travel 90 km/h on Highway 35/115 from Highway 401 to the Enterprise Enterprise mil (the junction of Highway 35/115). A letter from P. Howes, Senior Operations Analyst with the Ministry of Transportation Transportation and Communications, Communications, comfirmed the MTC's intention of increasing the speed limit from 80 km/h to 90 km/h, despite objection from Newcastle council. "As indicated previously, this section of highway is a four lane divided highway with access limited to right turns on and off the highway. highway. The geometries of the highway have provided for a design speed of 110 km/h," stated the letter. "We regret that Council is not in agreement, but the Ministry must meet the engineering engineering standards that we believe most suit the needs of the motorists," the letter continued. continued. A request from the Metropolitan Metropolitan Toronto Works Department Department for permission to do soil testing on the town's road allowances near a potential potential Newcastle landfill site has been received by the town. However, at Monday's meeting councillors simply received the report containing containing the request and left it without staff direction. That action, in effect, turns down the testing. Metro is presently investigating investigating the land between Darlington Generating Station Station and the provincial park for use as a landfill site for both Toronto and Durham Region, The letter from Metro's commissioner of works indicated indicated that a similar request would bo made to the owners owners of the land. MAY, 1988 Introducing the Total life Card. The most difficult thing will be remembering all its benefits. Our new "fatal Life Card is unlike any other card you've heard of. Starting May 9, you'll find benefits so comprehensive, this ad isn't big enough to list all 59 of them. 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And don't forget, you get a FREE "fatal Life Card when you get a mortgage* from us by June 30, 1988. / * Applies to any new or renewal residential S mortgage apprmed by National Thirt. /JL //<? /0 >y yV duties after having had heart surgery earlier this year. The ministers of the area should be encouraging one another in their work, and their involvement involvement in the community. community. The baptism that took place was for the couple in the subdivision, Karin and Daniel Samler.The baby girl was Nicole. Bob Bolton greeted them as Clerk of Session Session and presented them with a copy of Jessie Fisk's book. The congregation were asked to pledge their support through the years. There were also god parents that stood up with the couple. The annual meeting of the Manvers Red Cross was held on Monday, evening, May 2nd, at the Township • Hall. Bethany, with a few people in attendance. Among those guests present- were the Regional Area Develope- ment Manager, John Gul- lick, Peterborough, our guest speaker, Mrs. D. Joslin, Bethany, Bethany, and Barry Pickering, representing our council. The president, Vanejta Preston, presided. Invocation Invocation was given by Mrs. D. Joslin. The President introduced introduced the guests and welcomed welcomed everyone. John Gul- lick brought greetings to us from the region and Barry Pickering brought greetings from the Manvers council. A business meeting was, conducted with reports from various chairpersons on their programs. Viola Thorn- dyke, the campaign chairperson chairperson reported $2022 has been received in donations. Our guest speaker, Mrs. D. Joslin, who has been quite involved with Home Care, gave a very interesting arid enlightening talk on the different different programs in operation - 1. Friendly visiting. 2. Meals on Wheels. 3. Transportation Transportation and 4. Maintenance Maintenance (Minor home). She reminded reminded us that volunteers are needed. The following slate of officers officers was elected for 1988. Election conducted by Barry Pickering. President - Vaneta Preston; Vice President - Ralph Preston; Secretary - Will Capeling; Treasurer - Ruth Pickering. Campaign Chairperson - Viola Thorn- dyke; Emergency Services Chairperson - Bob Ryley; Sickroom Equipment Chair- erson, Shirley Kloepfer; *ater Safety Chairperson - Donna Harding; Blood Donor Donor Recruitment, Will Capeling, Capeling, Blood Donor Recruitment Recruitment Vice Chairpersons, ■Donna Harding and Jean Collins; Seniors' Services Chairperson and Public Relations Relations Chairperson, Renee Smelt. May 8th, the birthday of Henry Dunant (founder of Red Cross) is World Red Cross Day. This year, the International International Red Cross Movement Movement celebrates 125 years of helping people everywhere because when help is needed, needed, the Red Cross is there. The Manvers Red Cross will be at the Manvers Arts and Crafts Show on May 28th and 29th. On April 30th, the Firefighters Firefighters held a very successful successful Spring Dance at the Pontypool Pontypool Community Hall. The Women's Support Group of the Firefighters did most of the organizing and there •were many who gave of their time attending to details, details, including decorating. The D.J. tape service "Play- All Music Services, represented represented by Aaron Gilmore gave a good variety to dance and listen to. A few interested citizens were present on Wednesday, May 4th at the Community Centre for an informative night of the Pontypool Park Board. Exciting things are planned, with the help of Council, Wintario and the Community sharing financially. financially. Open it up just for fun. » w. fill - -5--- =a pe Wi Volkswagen Cabriolet. Discover the power: uncover the fun. And get a little more kick out of open air driving. Come in soon for exciting open air performance. 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