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Line REMEMBERING 1968 Vali, The refreshment booth, operated by Ken Jackson near the lake during the 1960s. The building was located beside the old hydro plant, and was removed to make room for the Latcham Centre near the wharf. Carol Wotten, a grade 11 student at Cartwright High School was chosen Queen of the 10th annual At Home held at the Recreational Centre in April 1968. She is being crowned by 1967 Queen, Linda Gray. vc FEBRUARY - Mr. Arnold Roach was elected first chairman of Scugog Retarded Children’s Education Authority. (This orga- nization is now known as North Durham Community Living) vx MARCH - Firemen from Port Perry and Uxbridge fought a blaze destroying the living quarters of the owners of San-Man Motel, Mr. and Mrs. H. Santer. A large portion of the motel itself was also badly damaged. ve MAY - Denis Symes and Bruce Smith, members of 1st Scugog Scout Group received Queen's badges at Manchester United Church. ve JUNE - Population of Port Perry increased by 91 in 1968, bringing the town to an all-time high of 2,746. ve SEPTEMBER - Eight hundred fourteen students were regis- tered at the Port Perry High School, the highest in the school's his- tory. R.H. Cornish Public School began the year with 699 pupils. ve NOVEMBER - Dr. M.B. Dymond officially opens the new bakery plant of Flamingo Pastries Limited. In a short period of two years, making butter tarts expanded from a staff of two, Ken and Marjorie Jackson, to a staff of 80. vx DECEMBER - Robert Kenny was elected reeve of Port Per- ry. He defeated J.J. Gibson, who headed the council for over a decade. Mr. Cecil Fralick was elected reeve of Scugog (Island) Township. Am I Covered? Winter Driving Tips With the arrival of our largest snow storm in several years it is important that we review our winter driving habits. elow are some winter driving tips to help make your drive as safe as possible, as many of us travel the highways during this holiday season. 1 Always keep the gas tank at least half full and add gasoline anti- freeze to every second tank. Top up antifreeze, transmission, brake and windshield washer luids. Install a matching set of snow tires on all four wheels. Do not mix radial tires with other types. Dress properly and wear warm clothing. i w cs Steve Gajewski Carry a winter emergency kit that includes: extra antifreeze and windshield washer fluid: a flashlight and extra batteries: blankets: a candle: matches: hazard markers or flares: extra hats and mitts: and chocolate or granola bars. 6 Check local weather and road conditions before leaving. 7 Bring a map and be prepared to take an alternative route. 8 If possible, tell someone where you are going and when you ex- pect to arrive. 9 Bring a cell phone. Best Wishes for a Happy New Year. wish everyone good health and happiness for 2008!! TAYLOR FORDER INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. aus 169 North Street, Port Perry * 905-985-8416 website: www.focusonscugog.com FOCUS. JAN.07.92pqsindd 23 time for Just fine Day imes of the Hear by Beth Henley February 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 March 1 Town Hall 1873, Port Perry “Warm-hearted, irreverent, zany and brilliantly imaginative, the play teems with humanity and humour” The Borelians present Tickets aon $18 available ens 241 Queen St. Port Perry, 905 985-1965 or online at www.starticketing.com DINNER AND A CRIME Enjoy an evening of superb dining and theatre Ze n For details visit www.borelians.org Grimes ofthe Heart 1s produced through pffangement with tists Play Service Inc. FOCUS - JANUARY 2008 23 tener 9:720.u |