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THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2005 THE NEW TANNER 19 2 FOOD & CASH SONATIONS ion Food Banks For Hay accepted grate Thank You! COMPOST GIVE AWAY- Regional Chairman Joyce Savoline, left, assists a Halton resident bagging free com- post at the Halton Waste Management Site and Regional Rd. 25 Milton. The give away started this Monday, May 9 and ends Monday, May 16 (excluding Sunday) Halton residents must bring their own bags or containers (max. seven per household) and a shovel. Residents are also en- couraged to bring a donation of a non-perishable food item for local food banks. Cash donations are also accepted. Last year 8,030 Halton households collected compost and donated 1,026 boxes of food (approximately 12 tonnes) and donated $12,320. Region photo. Citizen of Year dinner, awards on Friday night A dinner and awards night honouring Acton's Citizen of the Year, VON nurse Linda Dougherty, is being held this Friday night at the Acton Legion. The evening starts with cocktails at 6:30.-Dinner beginning at 7:15p.m. Linda was_selected by the judges for the 13 years she has spent caring for pa- tients in the area. "She's an individual who has touched the lives of many Acton cit- izens. She works with both her heart and her hands." Linda's nominators all agreed that although nurs- ing is her profession, she consistently and selflessly goes beyond the call of duty providing care and compassion. She "has in fact been a beloved guard- ian angel for many, many families in Acton for many years." =] Here's my perspective about recent events in Ottawa. When Justice Gomery lifted the publication ban at the sponsorship scandal inquiry, many were shocked at the details involving government money and the Liberal Party in Quebec. At that point, it became increasingly difficult for me and my party to justify supporting a government operating under such a cloud of corruption. Consequently, we began discussing the possibility of a spring election and started consulting the public. In response, the Liberals took two steps to cling to power. First, they bought the NDP's support for the budget with $4.6 billion, in a budget which represents the single largest increase in government expenditure in thirty years. After a decade of fiscal sacrifice by Canadians, this is an irre- sponsible spending spree, and one we cannot and we will not support. Second, it took away the Loyal Opposition's debating days, making it impossible for us to hold the government to account on any other vote but the budget vote. That is why we find ourselves where we are today, and why we will vote against this budget. . This government has also started to fear monger about a Conservative government by playing the "national unity" and "hidden agenda" cards. They have the gall to tell Canadians that they are the only party that can save federalism. In fact, this government, by damaging federalism with sponsorship corruption, has created the best winning conditions for separatists in Quebec in 30 years. This is not a "national unity" crisis, but a crisis in the Liberal Party. To think that these are one and the same thing illustrates how the Liberals have confused their own interests with the nation's interest. And the only "hidden agenda" we have, is one they wouldn't understand: to bring honesty, integrity and accountability back to your federal government. Georgetown Carpet & Hardwood Flooring "Where You Send Your Friends" eCommercial Carpet _from $0.49/sq.ft eNylon Carpet from $0.88/sq. ft e Laminate from $0.89/sq.ft eHardwood 31/4 x 3/4 __ from $3.49/sq.ft eCork, Vinyl & Ceramics also available e Professional Installation Guaranteed HARDWOOD SAND, STAIN & FINISH also available HARDWOOD buy DIRECT from own SAWMILL 128 Guelph St.Georgtown, ON. L7G 4A5 Ph: 905-702-1217 Fax: 905-702-1218 rh) OFF Remenants Hours; Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm, Sat: 9-5, Sun: 12-4 NEW FURNITURE AND ELECTRONICS BY UNRESERVED PUBLIC CTION Tuesday, May 17, 2005 Country Heritage Park, Gambrel Barn 8560 Tremaine Rd., Milton, On Preview 5pm/ Auction 6pm Norm Webster, Auctioneer, has been instructed to liquidate this superb collection of new furniture and accessories at a "NO RESERVE" auction. Approximately 20: 3 piece sofa sets from traditional to contemporary to designer looks, from 100% Italian leather to the highest grade fabric on the market. Gorgeous Dining room suites, some with matching buffets, hutches and sideboards, some in solid wood and in wood veneer; cherry, walnut, mahogany, pine, and maple finishes. Elegant bedroom outfits to include a stunning 8pc Queen Bedroom Suite in medium oak, and a fabulous 8p¢ Queen Sleigh Bed Suite with hidden drawers. Gigantic Cherry Finish Poster Bedroom Suite. 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Chinese coins: Tribal Art, masks, porcelain dolls, 8x11 & 5x8 carpets, Handmade 100% Persian Wool Carpets, baker's racks and Tiffany lamps. ASSORTMENT OF LADIES 14KT GOLD RINGS SET WITH AN ASSORTMENT OF PRECIOUS AND SEMI-PRECIOUS STONES INCLUDING DIAMONDS, SAPPHIRES AND AMETHYSTS. BANGLE BRACELETS. Some with appraisals. This is a partial listing. Many more stunning items not listed. Subject to additions and deletions Le eas Ample parking. Delivery Service Available. Payment: Cash, Visa, M/C, Debit. 10% Buyer's Premium. Everyone Welcome! For more information call 519-821-9331 Or visit www.unclejoesfurniture.com And www.auctionsfind.com/unclejoes/index.htm