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Fewer deaths on roads in '09 Halton Regional Police Service's three-pronged approach of education, engineering and enforcement, in cooperation with Halton Region and local community partners, has helped to reduce fatalities on area roads by more than 40 per cent in 2009. Last year 10 people died in collisions in Halton, compared to 17 in 2008. A disturbing factor remains, however, out of the 17 deaths in 2008 it was found that alcohol was contributing factor in four of them, while not wearing a seatbelt was a contributing factor in two of the deaths. In 2009 alcohol played a role in three deaths and wearing a seatbelt was a contributing factor in four deaths. "Responsible drivers have as powerful an influence on improving road safety as do police or engineers," said Chief Gary Crowell. "Buckle up, slow down, don't drink and drive and don't be a distracted driver. These are simple, easy ways you can help ensure you arrive safely at your destination." Motorists are reminded that the cost of careless driving in Ontario is going up in 2010 for several serious traffic violations. · Following a fire truck too closely $400. · Fail to stop at red light $260 · Fail to wear a seat belt $200 · Fail to move into another lane for emergency vehicle-- if safe to do so-- $400. Unfortunately the human cost of careless driving is not enough of a deterrence for some motorists, so the Province of Ontario is increasing the fines associated with these offences under the Highway Traffic Act. The increases will not affect any driver who operates his or her vehicle within the speed limits and laws as set out in the Highway Traffic Act, which police are responsible for enforcing. Also, effective February 1, 2010, drivers who text, type, email, dial or chat using a hand-held device could be fined up to $500 under Ontario's new distracted driver laws. 911 calls are exempt. Police encourage the public to help do their part in improving road safety by driving to arrive alive. Install Today! LAST 16 DAYS ! *HRTC Up To $1350 Rebate Ends Soon! * 5 Independent & Free Press, Thursday, January 14, 2010 REPLACE YOUR OLD FURNACE WITH A HIGH EFFICIENCY GAS FURNACE WITH ENERGY SAVING MOTOR FOR $ AS LOW AS 1,243 (AFTER REBATE) GST INCLUDED* 3,418 (AFTER REBATE) OR REPLACE YOUR OLD FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONER FOR $ AS LOW AS GST INCLUDED* · DON'T PAY TILL 2010 * ** · 10 YEAR PARTS WARRANTY · LIFETIME HEAT EXCHANGER WARRANTY DON'T PAY `TIL MAY 2010!! 1967 years 43 2009 *Limited Time Offer. **OAC Z WZ Z 'ZZ >ZZ Z t Z D ^ ZZ Z Z Z ZZ Z Z E Z Z EZ ZW 'ZZ & dZ & t Fireplace, Heating & Air Conditioning Sales & Service 118 Guelph St. Georgetown (at Maple) APPLEBY SYSTEMS 905-877-8990 FULL PARTS & SERVICE 5 YEARS IN A ROW Favourite Furnace & Air Conditioner Hours: Monday - Friday 9-5; Saturday 11-4; Appointments available after hours upon request www.applebysystems.ca E Z ZZ Z > EZ ,Z D ^ ^ 'ZZ d Z Gourmet Frozen Foods 519-853-0311 · (800)-387-4039 · HEAT & SERVE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9 AM - 6 PM www.macmillans.ca &Z ZZ Z d Z HWY. 7, 1 MILE WEST OF ACTON Sportz Plus It's time to register for Spring Ball Hockey!! Registration takes place on 3 CHEESE & POTATO DESSERT MADE EASY... PEROGIES NOVA SCOTIA 2 LBS. $ (Reg. $6.99) 2.99 WILD BLUEBERRIES 5 LBS. $19.99 & receive a FREE tub of Vanilla Mousse Cheesecake or Choc. Mousse While Supplies Last. A delicious blend of white cheddar, mozza & swiss cheese with potatoes Monday, January 18th & Tuesday, January 19th from 7-9pm* Georgetown Community Church 271 Mountainview Rd S. *A brief skills assessment will be conducted during registration* Junior ­ ages 6-9 yrs, Senior ­ ages 10-13 yrs Tuesday evenings for 10 weeks beginning March 30th $40/child or $35 for 2 or more children in the same family A short biblically based life lesson will be shared with all players during half-time CHICKEN SALE BONELESS, SKINLESS 25% OFF CHICKEN BREASTS 1 KG. (6 Portions) or C BREADED CHICKEN FILLETS 1 KG. B & receive FREE 2 lb. Bag French Fries. While Supplies Last. GUELPH DUBLIN LINE 7 ONLY ... $10.99 GEORGETOWN 7 Tickets will be available for the Toronto Marlies game on Feb 15th at the time of registration ­$15 each for parent/guardian and registrants are free! For more information call 905-877-1374 www.sportzplus.org CAMPBELLVILLE MILTON HWY 25 OLDE HIDE HOUSE Giving Hope Today SENIORS 10% OFF EVERY WEDNESDAY (REG. PRICED MERCHANDISE) SERVING ACTON & AREA FOR OVER 25 YEARS! SPECIALS FROM: Jan. 13th to Jan. 31st., 2010 "IT'S WORTH THE DRIVE TO ACTON" GUELPH