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8-Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, December 5, 1984 Applaud Lifestyle program The daiy-long "Lifestyle" programn sponsolred at the Clarke Hlighi School a week ago last TuesdJay is being ap- piauded both by teactiers and those students who were in attendance. Mrs. Rita Carlson, a co-ordinator -of the program at the school, states students are expressing positive feed back through the use of evaluation formns which have been circulated following the program. The Lifestyle program had concern in five specîfic areas and was presented through the use of some twenty-five lectures and classes. Mrs. Carlson says the reaction bas been most positive on at least twenty of the sessions. Unfortunately about one- third of the student body at Clarke High School were ab- sent from school on the day of the programn. This issue is being followed up through peer-power and is beîng con- sidered by the organizing joint body. Silvia Ruegger, a former Clarke student, who rose to international fame this year in placing eighth in the women's marathon at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles, and' Milan Popodich, another former Clarke Hîgh Scbool student, who is a member of the Canada decathalon team, both spoke to the student body in assembly. 1Ruegger spoke of ber thoughts and activities at the Olympics and the importance of o al settislg. While in1 grade 10 at Clarke in 1976, Silvia wrote herself a note that she would compete in the 1984 Olympics. She stated the achievement of goals requires a great degree of self discipline. Milan Popodich, who bas been successful in the decathalon and is a noted athelete in Canada, said there were possibly others at at Clarke Clarke Higli %,die ould have achieved wbat he bas done in sports. Like Silvia he spoke of discipline and the urge and desire "to go for it". Both Rita Carlson and Tracy Anderson, a grade. il' student at Clarke, singled out the, drug abuse panel as dramatic witb a former Clarke High Scbool student and former drug addict outlining the life of an addict. For Tracy Anderson she said she first thought it sad but then was shocked to know what is going on. The former drug addict told of using marijuana at the age of, eleven, becoming a pusher to earn money for his habit, being in jail four times as weII as being kicked out of Canada. He kicked the habit the last time in jail and today works with those havîng drug and alcohol problems. A film "Epidemic" was shown as well in one of the panels, which Mrs. Carlson said is an excellent-film. Mrs. Carlson also points out that positive feed-back is returning from a panel "Teenage Suicide", given by Nancy Handleigh, Director of'the Oshawa Distress Cen- tre. Other panels included smoking, exercise and fitness, nutrition ail receiving con- siderable positive reaction for the students. A competition of poems and posters are, now under- way at, the school relating an improved lifestyle and is be- ing conducted by John Logan of the Durhamn Regional Police. Mrs. Carlson states that the parent, teacher, student and board member joint committee responsible for the Lifestyle program at the school wilI be considering a cross curriculumn-lifestyle programn that would bc of- fered as Lifestyle units in both Clarke Hîigh School and the Pines Senior Public School . Durham Ea st Agri-News by B. O'Neil, R.O.S. Participants can be Specialist farmers, employees of TOP SWIN JUDGE AT agriculturally related business ROYAL FROM DURHAM or individuals committed to EAST: Ontario agriculture. Each Lawrence VanCamp of year a group of 30 individuals R.R. 1, Blackstock emerged wiII be selected to participate as the top judge in the Swine following an interview pro- Class of the Inter-County cess. Livestpck EvahiatinnCpm- Some Of the topics that will petîtion at the Royal be dealtwth in the program Agricultural Winter Fair. The are: Policy and Decision- competition is held in con- making, Economnics, juntion with the Juinior Agricultural impact on the Farmers Livestock Manage- environment, Fiscal and ment Tour. There were 80 Monetary Policies, Com- competitors in the event. modity trading, Taxation, Consumer issues, Land use, DECEMBER 2&h, Media, Trends in agriculture DEAUL,-.INE FOR AD- and society. *VAN È Participants m ay be *AGR1C U L TU RA L nomninated by individuals, LEADERSHIP PROGRAM groups or may apply directly NOMINATIONS: themselves. The Advanced Agricultural If you are interested in the Leadership Program is aimed program or know of someone at men and women in the ear- who is, please contact Barry Iy stages of their leadership O'Neil or Barbara Weese at careers - usually about 25-40 the Bowmanville OMAF of- years old - who have fice by phoning 623-3348 or demonstrated their leadership Zenith 7-3040. Deadine for qualities, an interest in com- nominations of those in- munity. activities and the terested in being part of the potential for furtber leader- 1985 program is December ship development. 28, 1984. Citizen of. the> 'Year awards- Thne'"Citizen of theYrarl- awýard- recipients wvill be honoured by the Town. of Newcastle on Decemnber 14, 1984 at a reception to be held at the Lions Centre in, Bowmanville. Those nominated are to be invited with their family and WrendZZ anLwill be presentea a sitver coin and a 1,ook en- "ild2Loyal She remains- witb suitable imriptin for- the occasion. Re-freshme),nts wilbe ed and enitertaiinmenit provid ed. The general public are in- vited to attend the event. Resigns Newcastle Committee Mi-S. My ar rkeof -~ Newtonville has resigned! nn Oite Newc:astle Comi- nii.4 Services Planning Board ditet~o a commitmentmi of studies at YorkUieriy Bill nîsoOrono and t orrane LveNewý,castle also su oni the board from Ward lhree. Thje Boarýd is preparing to ea betsrelating fo grants to organizations througphout the Town of New,ýcastle and to thlen make recommnenda- tjoi te, couincil as to in- div;idual grants. YOUR CHIMNEY AND -YOUR HIEALTCH "CARBON MONOXIDE- THE SILENT KILLER" If your chimney is'bulit of brick or stone you should give it a periodic "check-up". It's important to watch for signs of chimney deterio- ration. Blockage of the chimney can prevent furnace gases fromn exhausting safely to the out- side of your home. A build-up of these gases, particularly carbon monoxide can b e dangerous. Carbon monoxide-a clear, odourless and toxic gas-may be produced if there is flot enough air for complete combustion in furnaces and other fuel-burning appliances. The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are frequent headaches, drowsiness and nausea. There are many factors that may contribute to the danger of carbon monexide spilling into the living space, includîng: * Blocked or plugged chimneys. Furnace com- bustion, over a period of time, naturally deteri- orates a chimney. So, chimney deterioration is flot a new problem-but, it has become more appdrent over the past few years. The addition of an energy conservation or fuel substitution device to your furnace or heating system may accelerate the problem by creating additional condensation in your chimney, leading to erosion and blockage. If tche chimney shows evidence of erosion or blockage, a chimney limer may be required. * Poorly maintained furnaces and fuel-burning appliances, including water heaters and space heaters. If out of adjustment or in need of cleaning, these appliances can produce carbon mnonoxide. * Sealing, siding, insulation (particularly in base- ments), and new, windows miay redlice the flow of outside air into the home. * Appliances that consume or exhaust air out of the home may starve the furnace. Clothes dryers, kiàtchen, bDathroom and attic vent fans, central vacuumn cleaniers and kitchen barbecues ,which exhaust air out of the house also comn- pete with the furnace. Woodstoves and fire- places can consume f .ive to ten times as much air as a furnace. In certain conditions, air mray be drawn back dow,ýn the fumnace chimney along with dangerous exhaust fumes. For these reasons, it's impcrtant to check the chimney periodically to make sure that it func- fions efficiently and withoutblockage. How to inspect your chimney: 1. Check the clean-out dooir at the bottomn of the chimney. Remove any debris and be especially suspicious of any accumulation of mortar, brick or stone. 2. Check for blockage further up your chimney by holding a mirror through the clean-out door. Tou should havea clear, unobstructed view to the outside and see no evidence of crumbling walls. If your chimney is "offset" so that it can't be visually inspected with a mirror, you should cail a qualified chimney specialist. 3. Look at the chimnney-from the outside of the house for signs of moisture, white powder or stains on the brick, stone or mortar. Also check the basement portion of the chimney for evi- dence of moisture build-up or seepage. What to do if you suspect trouble: If you find blockage, turn off your heating system and water heater if it is also vented to the chimney. Cail a qualified chimney specialist. If there is white powder or moisture on the outside of the chimney, but no apparent block- age, you can operate your heating system for the time being, but you should have it properly inspected before deterioration occurs. If you suspect that carbon monoxide may be created as a resuit of inadequate air supply in your home, open a window near the furnace or near the fireplace when it is operating, and cail a registered heating contractor for further advice. It is important-for the safety of your family- to make sure that your heating system, which includes the chimney, is in good operating condi- tion. . .look after it. if you rent your home, make sure you advise your landiord or rentai agent if you suspect trouble. ®Mnistry of Consumer and naroCommercial Relations ontano hydr*~ »: . ........... Ar