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Gord Mills andfamily at celebration Gord Mils take Durham East for the NDP party The New Democratic Party's stunning Ontario election sweep in- cluded Durham East. Only three years after Ontarians jumped on the Liberal bandwagon in record numbers, they have jumped off the wagon into the NDP camp. Shortly after 1l p.m., last Thurs- day night,- a beaming Gord Mills, received the final count showing him to be a winner over Kirk Kemp by eight votes. This margin has since been increased to 63 votes ,following a post élection recount. Despite the 63-vote margin, Durham East Progressive Conser- vative officials have .requested a judicial recount. Gord Mills said that although his victory was a sur- prise, the door-to-door reception revealed more support for the NDP than the Angus Reed poll had in- dicated. Mills was asked if he found waiting for the recount nerve ,wracking. He laughed and said, "In my life I have had many high-points and lots of low-points, either way, my life will go on. Remember the Doris Day favorite - What ever will be will be - that sums up how I feel." Kirk Kemp said, "Several im- proprieties have been brought to our attention, including ballots which may or may not have been counted. When you have 170 dif- ferent people deciding if ballots are good at 170 p'lls something could be missed. I just hope the recount is going to be positive." The resuits of the election in Durham East were: Gord Mills NDP 10,962; Kirk Kemp PC 10,899; Marilyn Pearce Liberal 7,837; Tim Crookall FCP 2,495; Harry Tunbridge COR 1,286. Town approves request for use of Armouries fi ut iII1~~' 'J .35c. a copy PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, September 12 Following a request from Ann Dreslinski, chairman of the Orono Town Hall Board, council have given their approval to the Board to use the open space in the front of the foriier Arnouriesbuilding. Dreslinski stated that the Board wished to nake use of the Ar- mouries building for the Christmas craft show which last year had had 44 exhibitors taking part. She said the shiow had grown in numllbers over the past couple of years from a former 22 to 25 exhibitors to well over 40. 1990 Durham Fair a class event in Orono over week-end The 1990 Orono Fair is now history having been staged for three and a half days last week-end. As to attendance the numbers through the turn-stiles match that of last year when it was recorded that 10,520 paid admissions while in 1990 the numbers sore to 10,658 ad- missions. The ticket take on Satur- day was the largest followed by Sunday and then Friday. Ødate receipts for the entire fair reached $42,295 comparing with $40,887 in 1989. Some new features this year with a large display by Ontario Hydro, a demonstration area for floral ar- ranging, dancing, dog obedience, pet show and other interests were a decided plus for the fair and were well received by those in atten- dance. Although entry may have again been down in fruits and vegetables and the handcrafts the entries were of quality and through a re- arrangement of the exhibits were well displayed. The art show had some top-rated entries and were receiving comments of approval. The flower show was another of ex- cellence. The horse show, both light and heavy, had more entries than in former years and this along with the Hunter and Jumper classes made for excellent entertainment in front of the grandstand. Quality this year also showed up in both the dairy and beef cattle classes and it would appear in greater numbers. The fat calf entires were also above average in numbers and in quality. A number of these top quality cattle were purchased at auction by Armstrong's IGA. Not to be outdone the poultry and the rabbit show which was celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Orono fair were also up in numbers of entries. The Saturday parade although down in number of float entries the quality of those entered were ex- cellent entries. Close to 100 antique cars, all well polished, closed out the parade. The demolition derby on Friday evening did draw a big crowd with most of the entries being placed on the track for competition by local car buffs looking for the top money. And also on the same even- ing the tug-o-war had locals against locals as they endeavoured to display their strength on the rope line. The duck races were another local effort that provided fun and delight for the hundreds that crowded around to view the tri- atholon event. The midway showed expansion in their offerings and the regular events and exhibits were ail there to enjoy. Approval of the use of the building was given without any discussion. Ann Dreslinski also informed council that a group in the area in- terested in use of the hall would be meeting shortly with a represen- tative of the Ontario Arts counciL She said there should be some development as to the possible use of the hall prior to the end of the year. "I would like council to keep this is mind in any plans that coun- cil may have for the building," she said. Participation House again looses out in bid The Town of Newcastle council on Monday came closer to giving the green light to the development of some 39 residential units for Par- ticipation House in Bowmanville. However a tie vote of the six coun- cillors present dampened the hope that the project may proceed. A tie vote is a negative vote. Earlier this summer council members had voted almost unanimously that the project not proceed. The vote on Monday was a near miss. Charles Ewert of Participation House made a plea for support of the project which would receive funding from the province. He said the plan had been amended to 39 (Continued page 2) Queen of the fair chosen Happenings . BIG BROTHERS SPORTS SWAP The Big Brothers will be holding their Sports Swap on Satur- day, September 15th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. At Cowan Pon- tiac Buick, King Street E., Bowmanville. Items to include skates, skis, hockey gear, etc. Drop off items to be sold Friday, September 14, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, September 15, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. REGISTRATION FOR YWCA PROGRAMS ' Registration for the Y.W.C.A. in Bowmanville has begun. The Y.W.C.A. is offering a host of programs for you and your family. Everything from Infant Exercise to Intense Workouts. Dancing in- cludes Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical Modern Dance for ages 3 to 10 years. Also crafts and'great Christmas projects are just a phone call y. Cal Y.W.C.A. at 623-9922. Nicole French of Orono was chosen Queen of the Fair on Thurs- day evening in a most successful event to herald the beinning of the annual exhibition in Orono. Pictured above Alecia White representing Allin Reel and Cable; Cara Lange, representing Lane', Studio; Nicole French and Kendal Eady, representing Kirby Burger; and Queen of the Fair 1989 and "Miss Congeniality of the C.N.E., Tracy Myles. . .