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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 29 Sep 1993, p. 21

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\ For Your Information Environmental Network Hosts 3rd Annual Walk-a-thon on October 3 The Durham Environmental Network Network (DEN) is hosting a Walk-a-thon to help raise funds for environmental groups across Durham Region. This special fundraising event is on Sunday, Sunday, October 3 at the Walker property, property, south of Uxbridge on the Oak Ridge Moraine. Participants can choose from a 3 km or a 10 km trail at the site, and 70% of the funds they Crime Stoppers and the Durham Regional Police Robbery Squad arc asking for the Public's help in solving solving a Robbery which occurred in Oshawa on Friday, April 23rd. At 7:15 p.m. a lone male suspect entered the Bank of Montreal located located on the cast side of the Oshawa Shopping Centre. The suspect approached approached the tellcrs's booth and handed the victim a wrinkled white piece of paper and then announced that it was a hold up. The robber demanded demanded the money from under the coin tray and also the hold up note before running from the bank. A bank employee saw the suspect get into a 1991 or new style GMC/Chcv pick up truck, dark blue top, light blue middle, dark blue bottom with a 8 foot box with a "4x4" logo. The truck was last seen going s/b through the lot towards Elmgrove Avenue. The suspect is described as male, white, 25 yrs. old, 6' tall, 190 lbs. heavy build with short black hair. He wore silver rimmed glasses, black baseball-hat, black leather jacket, faded faded blue jeans and black footwear. No raise will go to the environmental group of their choice. 30% goes towards towards DEN's programs and projects. Each year DEN organizes a walk- a-thon in a different area of Durham Region to raise funds and environmental environmental awareness. The Walker property property is part of the unique Oak Ridge Moraine ecosystem. The Moraine stretches 160 kilometres from the Ni- weapon was seen or mentioned. A re-enactment of this crime will be shown on CITY TV, Channel 57, Cable 7, on Thursday, September 30th during the 6 and 10 p.m. news. It will also be shown on CKVR TV in Barrie and CHEX TV in Peterborough Peterborough on Friday, October 1st again during the news. Crime Stoppers is asking anyone with information on this robbery or any other serious crime to call. Durham Durham Region Banks have been victimized victimized on several occasions and Crime Stoppers would welcome any information regarding these robberies. robberies. As a caller you will not be asked to identify yourself or have to go to Court. A Cash Reward of up to $1000 is being offered if your tip leads to an arrest. The Crime Stoppers phone number number is: 436-8477 that's 436-TIPS Sergeant Grant Arnold is the coordinator coordinator with the Durham Regional Crime Stoppers and writes this article to help combat crime. agara Escarpment to the Trent River, and is the source of over a dozen rivers rivers and creeks in Durham Region alone. The Moraine is home to many species of plants and animals, some of them are rare or endangered. Inappropriate Inappropriate landuse is threatening this beautiful and environmentally significant significant landform. The Walker property, directly south of Uxbridge on the 7 th concession, concession, began with 4 acres purchased by Olwen and James Walker in 1934, which at the time had been cleared for farming. The Walkers eventually acquired 760 hectares and have planted planted about 2 million trees over the years. The property is now owned by the Metro Toronto and Region Conservation Conservation Authority (MTRCA) and selective cutting of trees continues. The Uxbridge Conservation Association, Association, a member group of DEN, is developing a trail system and interpretive interpretive program at the Walker property, property, in conjunction with MTRCA. The new trail system will be launched at 1 p.m. on Sunday, October October 3. Representatives of the media are welcome to attend the brief ceremony, ceremony, and take part in a short guided walk on one of the new trails. 436-8477 CRIME STOPPERS Crime Stoppers Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, September 29,1993 5 CLUES ACROSS 1. Impregnable defense that denies all 8. Smaller annual appearance may yet reduce to nothing 9. Moderate a painting medium 10.1 am virtuous, but seen as licentious 12. He tends to carry the world on his shoulders 13. When there is nothing left 14. Indian language derived from Hindustani 15. Expressing sorrow or unhappiness 17. Out-of-tune organ has a pitiful sound 19. Terrestrial 21. Stopping place along a route 23. '70s dance music 24. Petals to adorn the bride arc white, oddly enough! CLUES DOWN 1. Middle-Eastern native 2. Of the least possible note on Alex's part 3. Slater downs this by the liter 4. Ten different ways to catch fish 5.1 order my paint in drums! 6. Imaginary standard of perfection? 7. Its color is always richer on the other side 11. A weapon invariably found in the theater 14. Suspended like the Gardens of Babylon 15. Splits appear when half the school misses out... 16. ...and an area of school which may be out of bounds at night! 17. Gout's unlikely to produce much enjoyment 18. Cow stomachs? What tripe? (Eng.) 20. A canle roundup 22. What the writer may throw in the bin? 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TAURUS - April 21/May 21 SAGITTARIUS-NovIVDcc21 Finances will start looking good. You could be in for a rude awaken- Now you can safely splurge without ing when it comes to a new romantic concern. You will he rewarded for relationship. It may not be as perfect recent acts of kindness and cenerosi- as you had previously thought. Pay ty. A friend will seek your advice, close attention to details at work, fry to give an unbiased opinion. An You could make a rather expensive "old flame" may try to contact you. mistake. Finances will be an is<ue Proceed with caution! later in the week. GEMINI - May 22/June 21 CAPRICORN-IX-c 22/Jan 20 An ugly scene could be avoided if Being overworked and underpaid is you refrain from saying insensitive probably getting to you right about words during the heat of an argu- now. Maybe it's time to look for ment. Try not to let your temper get something better in your life. You the best of you. Edgy moods can dis- will realize that playing the martyr is rupt your work. Good news comes in not the way you want td spend your the mail at the week's end. Financial life. This is a good time for success matters take a positive turn. and advancement. CANCER - June 22/July 22 AQUARIUS-Jan 21/Feb 18 Try not to let a busy schedule get the Just when you thought everything is best of you -- and don't take your going wrong, something wonderful frustrations out on loved ones, happens and life is good again. Things should calm down soon. A Maybe you do have a guardian angel romantic time is in store for the on your side! Be prepared for a weekend. Your creative juices will be romantic weekend. You will be flowing this week, and you could spending a lot of time with Libras make an important discover)'. and other Aquarians. LEO-July 23/August 23 PISCES-Feb 19/March 20 Watch your spending! Luxuries are Personal and work matters seem to nice, but debt isn't so good. Only merge and become a strong issue, buy things you really need. You You will have to make some sort of could be faced with an important compromise. You may be misin- dccision this week. If you follow formed about something. Check your gut reaction, you will know facts before repeating information or what the right choice is. A good you could end up looking like a fool, week for making long-term plans. Extra money comes in handy. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK A new hobby or interest could prove j| lt . ncvt ji months: io be more expensive lhan you had This wil) bc a year of change, expccled. You may have lo make Marriage and children arc bie possi- some sacrifices in order to balance bililics. You may lake on a new job your budget. At ihe last minute you or a different career altogether, may be asked to take a trip for busi- stress may accompany these ness. This could be an excellent changes, so don't take on too much opportunity for you. Go for it. at one time. You may experience a LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 period of frustration and indecision A family member may call with during the winter months. This will news of a pregnancy or birth. Your be replaced with a longer period of advice will be sought by a troubled happiness and success, so hang in friend. Giving your"honest opinion is there! A hobby may turn out to be the best way to help. Sarcasm is a profitable for*you. You will have "no no" in the workplace, especially several opportunities to increase with Taurus co-vvorkcrs. What you your income. Financial goals will be think is funny may be offensive to much more attainable. Summer is a others. Use diplomacy. good time for travel. FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY CANDIDATE MEETING -- An organization known as "Family Forum" will hold an All-Candidates' meeting on Tuesday, October 12, at the Bow- manville High School. All voters are encouraged to attend the meeting, which begins at seven p.m. and concludes at ten. Topics to be discussed include: include: abortion, daycare, euthanasia, gambling casinos, health care, homosexual homosexual rights, pornography, sex education, taxes on the family, violence in the media and much more. The meeting is a project of the Family Action Council of Durham Region. EIRE PREVENTION WEEK COMING UP - Plan to attend the Municipality Municipality of Clarington's Fire Prevention Week activities which take place October October 4-9. Fire stations in Bowmanville and Courtice will be open daily from 8:30 a.m.-to 4:30 p.m. throughout the week. October 7,8, and 9 there will be a fire safety display at the Bowmanville Mall. On October 9, at the mall, there will be a display of the aerial ladder truck and of rescue skills. DURHAM ARTFEST « There is still time to visit the Durham Artfest which takes place in Oshawa until October 2. Founded by Bowmanville's Steven Frank, the art festival features many local artists, including Mara- lynn Cherry, Tony Cooper, David Gillespie, Paul Kovanen and Cynthia More. Thirty-five artists are represented. Their work is displayed at the Michael Michael Starr building and at a variety of vacant stores in Oshawa's downtown. downtown. Other sites include a warehouse at 95 Athol St., at Mary St., and the following Oshawa locations: 33 King St. W., 78 King St. W., 68 King St. W„ 14 Centre St. N., and 14 Ontario St. The range of their work is outstanding. outstanding. It includes photography, painting, drawing, print-making and sculptures. The Artfest galleries are open from noon to six p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. TRILLIUM QUILT GUILD - On Tuesday, October 5, the Trillium Quilt Guild will meet at 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Anglican Church, 39 Athol St., Oshawa. For more details, call 683-5135. RED CROSS FIRST AID COURSES - The Red Cross will continue to offer various forms of first aid instruction throughout October. There arc emergency first aid courses Saturday, October 23 and Saturday, November 20 at the Red Cross Office in Oshawa. Standard first aid courses are taking place Saturday and Sunday, October 23 and 24 and November 20 and 21. The ChildSafe course is being offered Saturday, October 30, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Red Cross office in Oshawa. For information or registration, call 723-2933. WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS - The president of the National Action Committee on the Status of Women, Sunera Thobani, will address the YWCA's 12th annual Women of Distinction Awards and Fund-Raising Dinner. It takes place on Thursday, November 4, in the Sikorski Polish Veterans Veterans Hall at six p.m. To order tickets or receive further information, call 576-8880. ALZHEIMER SOCIETY MEETINGS -- A support group for Alzheimer families meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month in Oshawa. Upcoming meetings take place October 6 and 20 at one p.m. at the Alzheimer Alzheimer Society Office, 178 Simcoe SL N. Oshawa. • î*-»:;• ir.»" l \ .-,'f*t ••*■>*••••••• PROGRAM FOR PARENTS OF TEENS - The Durham House Child and Family Centre is offering an eight-session study series for parents of teenagers. It takes place at The Pines Senior Public School starting Wednesday, Wednesday, October 6, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. In the study group, parents will be introduced introduced to concepts and methods which will result in a more harmonious parent/child relationship. For details or to register, please call the Family Education Resource Centre at 579-2021. SUPPORT GROUP FOR WOMEN AFFECTED WITH AIDS - The AIDS Committee of Durham is organizing a support group for all women affected by AIDS or HIV. The new group started September 28. For information, information, call 723-8201. KIDS ON THE BLOCK - The Kids on the Block puppet troupe of disabled disabled and non-disabled puppets is visiting schools and children's groups to discuss topics such as streetproofing, cultural differences, physical abuse, and spina bifida. If you wish to book a performance, call (905) 436-2813 The group is also looking for more volunteers to perform. If you are interested interested in learning puppetry skills and enjoy children, call 576-0507 for further further details. BRINK'S EXCAVATING 688 Regional Rd. 17, Newcastle L1B1L9 ■ Gravel and Top Soil 1 Trenching 1 Grading and Levelling ■ Septic Installations 1 Back Filling ' General Excavating ■ Dump Truck Service (416) 987-4995 BLACKSTOCK "OKTOBERFEST" - Plans for the 5th annual Black- stock "Oktoberfest" are well underway and everyone is invited to - share in this traditional German harvest event. The Oktoberfest is Saturday, October 2, at eight p.m. in the Blackstock Arena. There will be German cuisine and a Bavarian band. Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling 986- 5165. RODEO COMING TO TOWN OCT. 1 - On October 1,2, and 3, the Ontario Ontario Rodeo Association 1993 Finals will be held at the Down Farm in Courtice. The farm is located southwest of the intersections of Highway 401 and Courtice Rd. The first rodeo performance is at 7 p.m. on October 1. The rodeo performances continue Saturday and Sunday at two p.m. But, in addition, addition, there are a number of special events, including dances, a beef dinner, a carnival and truck show. Tickets are available locally at Cathy's Gold, in Bowmanville or at The Boatworks, off Baseline Rd., Bowmanville. The ticket office can be reached at 1-800-661-7488. ENVIRONMENT NETWORK HOSTS WALK-A-THON - The Durham Durham Environmental Network (DEN) is hosting a walk-a-thon to raise funds for environmental groups across Durham Region. This special event is slated slated for Sunday, October 3, at the Walker Property, south of Uxbridge, on the Oak Ridge Moraine. Everyone is welcome. To obtain pledge sheets, call Irene Kock, Uxbridge 852-3044 or Oshawa 725-1565. Or call Gail Lawlor, Pickering, at 509-3156. Participants can pledge 70 per cent of the funds they raise to the environmental group of their choice. HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS VIDEO - The Newcastle Historical Historical Society will show a recently taped video of Canon John Bonathan on October 4th in the Lions Room at the Newcastle Community Hall. Canon Bonathan was bom in Newcastle on August 31,1902 and presently lives in Surrey, British Columbia. In the video, Canon Bonathan reminisces about life in the village of Newcastle in the early 1900s. 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