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Orono Weekly Times, 7 Nov 1979, p. 7

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7 - Orono Weekly Times, November 7,1979 Annual Christmas seaI Concert Cheryl Cornish Cheryl Lee Cornish, daughter' daughter' of Mr. and Mrs. Carman Cornish of Orono, graduated October 27th, 1979, from Queen's University, rec- , eiving her Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Psychology Psychology and Sociology. Cheryl is now enrolled in a nursing program at Brockville, Ontario. Ontario. ( Continued from page 1 ) SPLASH there would be a shortfall of $222,006. providing Wintario covered one third of the total cost excluding a $75,000. Community Centres grant. Strike said that the fundraising fundraising committee had not considered this at this time and were now asking for support and advice from the Town council. "We would appreciate council's council's input", he said. At this point Mayor Rickard asked council if they had any advice? Counc. Hobbs, "Dft they have any answers?" Strike said it was obvious there was a shortfall and hoped that council would support Splash, He said at times they felt as if they were considered as adversaries, We would appreciate your; advice and support, he said. Council members Holliday, Cowman and Hobbs spoke of the financial bind facing council. Cowman said she could .not justify placing any of the shortfall on the tax rate over the entire Town of Newcastle. It was pointed out that council would have three avenues to follow: place the shortfall on the tax bill, use reserve funds with the Town, or give no support. Albert Guiler, Town Manager, pointed pointed out that there was some $300,000. in the Parks Reserve fund which was accumulated from lot levies out of the Town of Bowmanville. Mayor Rickard in addressing addressing the meeting stated that in the past most recreational facilities were completed through through the efforts of individual groups at little cost. He urged the Splash group to continue with their fund raising campaign campaign which A1 Strike said would be a matter for the committee to decide. He did feel that they would continue the*r efforts to raise monies for the pool. Council on Thursday took no action as to their part in the shortfall. Splash is to further consider their position and hopefully continue thtjir fund raising and report back to council within two weeks just prior to calling tenders. . This years annual Christmas Christmas Seal Campaign gets a mid-way boost on November 18th, as the second Annual Christmas Seal Concert shows Durham Region what healthy lungs can do. Harry McKew will host the County Town Singers, General Motors Motors Choir, General Motors Pipe Band, Gaetane Ollesch School of Dance, Oshawa Barbershoppers, Oshawa Sweet Adelines and the Uk- ranian Ilarion Dance Ensemble Ensemble at 7:30 p.m„ on Sunday, November 18th at Eastdale Collegiate, Harmony Harmony Road, North, Oshawa. Producer Bill Eastwood says "last year was an early sellout, so to be sure of a seat get your tickets early". Admission is $3.00, and all proceeds will go to Durham Rogion Lung Association (the local Christmas Seal organization). organization). The Association funds research into lung diseases, and also provides free local programs such as Family Asthma Courses, Summer Camp for Asthmatic Children, Better Breathing Classes for chronic chest patients, and a variety of educational projects related to Smoking and Health. Tickets are available from Information Oshawa, or direct direct from Durham Region Lung Association, by calling 723-3151. ( Continued from page 1 ) SUPER CON JOB discussion 'of the delegation he said that the Town of Newcastle Fire Chief had approved the proposed plan. Counc. Clarke a§ked if Mr. Irwin had seen the modification modification made to the plans which Clarke said had been presented to the Works Committee Committee only a few days ago. He said he felt these modifications modifications were considerable and did involve the south entrance into Orono and the Kirby intersection. Irwin said Counc. Barr said he could see no decision being made until such time as tenders have been received by council. council. the modifications were only honey and meant nothing. He said the group was opposed to the cement barrier. Counc. Hobbs said you find the modifications unacceptable but you haven't seen them as yet. Irwin said they were talking of the barrier. In closing Mr: Irwin said they would like to have council's support when they met the Minister on November November 6th. In discussing what actions are to be taken by council Counc. Holliday said that he was under the understanding that the Ministry had addressed addressed itself to the concerns of the people and that this had resulted in the modifications that had been presented at the Public Works committee It was Hallowe'en for the Orono Cubs last Monday night at their regular meeting at' the Orono United Church. ineeting. He said the prime concern is the safety aspect and in this you divide and provide over and underpasses. underpasses. He said the modified plan looks reasonable. Council by resolution of Hobbs and Prout received a correspondence from Mr. Irwin for information and will hold until a report from the meeting being held in Toronto November 6th with the Minister Minister of Transportation. During the discussion the clerk pointed out that a petition had not been lodged with the Town by the delegation. delegation. Pictured above are some of the winning costumes. .Peter Klose, pirate, Brian Garrison, King Tut, Maurice Charland, robot and Michael Klose, clown. z $25,000 to operate pool five months An information letter to M.P.P. Sàm Cureatz from the Ministry of Government Services Services pointed out that it would cost $25,500 to keep the Pine Ridge "■ School open for a period of five months from November to March. Cureatz had asked the Ministry if the facilities of the swimming pool may be used for a program that has been carried out by Mrs. Shirley Reynolds of Hamptom for handicapped children over the past number of years. In reply to Cureatz's letter the Ministry pointed out that it would cost $25,500 to operate the facilities for this purpose. The Ministry also pointed out that they were Spending some $32,000 to mothball the complex for 1979 and 1980. How to heat your home safely with wood fuels. With energy costs rising, many Ontarians are rekindling an old flame--wood fires. Wood used pfoperly can provide a cheap, clean renewable heat source. Used improperly, however, wood burning can be dangerous. Whether your stove is of ornate design or a more modern stove, they both have one thing in common; they each need proper installation. Here are some of the do's and don'ts, on heating with wood: □ DO - BUY only unit.s which have been certified for wood use, by the ; Canadian Standards Association (CSA), or the Underwriter's Laboratories of Canada (ULC).. □ DO -- HIFtE an expert to certify that your flue pipe and chimney are in good condition to handle the higher temperatures. DO - CONTACT your insurance agent before > installing the system. Be sure you're covered, in case of fire. DO -- CHECK with your municipality before any work begins. Yqu?11 probably need a building permit. ' DO -- ENSURE adequate clearances are provided as listed in the Ontario Building Code and othçr guides available at your local library. □ DON'T -- USE flammable liquids when lighting the fire, >' .-.. like gasoline, e kerosene or charcoal lighter fluids. 'Wood ■ chips, kindling, shavings or newspapers are the safest startup materials. □ DON'T- KEEP any flammable materials near your wood burner. □ DON'T-FORGET to clean youir stovepipes and flues regularly to avoid dangerous flammable build-up. □ DON'T-TAKE CHANCES WITH FIRE. Teach your children about fire safety too. If you have any further questions about heating with wood fuels, contact your local Fire Department, or write for the free guide titled: « "Heating with Wood Fuels" Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations 555 Yonge Street . Tqronto, Ontario M7A 2H6 • Frank Drea, Minister of Consufner and Commercial Relations William Davis,, Premier Ontario

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