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Orono Weekly Times, 3 Sep 1997, p. 5

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Oroni Weeky Ties, W dn..dy. .pt...r .....7 . Fund raisin g for Durham College & University Gullen Gardens helps, Tom Morowetz of Evergreen Farm & Garden, Orana, and as well being a member of the Agricultural Fund Ralsing Committee for the Durham College & University Centre Fund give fellow members of the committee a bucket-lift in launching their campaign. The bucket brigade include Kirk- Kent, chairman. and son Byran, AI Strike, over-ali Clarington chairman and Francis Jase. Bruce Taylor (right) and Tom Morawetz at the controls. The committee seeks ta raise a sum of $50,000 from the Clarington farm community. Donations can be spread over a five year period. AI Strike who heads-up the over-all Clarlngton campaign is hopeful of ralsing $1 million for the Durham College & Univer- sity Centre Fund. The campalgn is beîng undertaken throughtout Durham Reglon and a portion of Northumberland County. The total target is $12 million of which we understand close ta $6 million has already been contributed in cash and pledges. A major portion of the $12 million will be spent on upgrading and expanding the Computer Network Infrastructure along with setting up a growth fund for the development of the Durham University Centre. The Technology Centre is ta receive $1 million. A Trust Fund for students in need is also ta be set up. The Trust Fund would be matched dollar for dollar by the Government of Ontario. It was pointed out last Thursday at the Agricul- tural launch for funds that none of the manies raised in this campaign is ta be used for brick and mortor. It al goes to the education of students. It is noted that. Durham College and University, is within easy cammutlng distance of alI homes in Northumberland-Claringtan region. The Durham facilities bas grown ta one' of excellence for a sound education. The College & University Centre offers flexibility in courses for students. And above all area students can remain at home while continuing their College and University education. local United Cullen Gardens Is pitching in to help the local United Way canipaign. September l3th and l4th this year, will be the Oshawa*Wýhitby*Clarington United Way weekend at Cullen Gardens. This weekend will involve the gardens and miniature village its elf, as well as hay rides, face painting, a corn roast and much, much more. It should be fun for the whole family. Carol Pudîts, the Marketing Manager at Cullen Gardens in Whitby said "we are pleased to participate in the local Uniùted Way in this fashion. It's a great cause, helping in a great diversity of areas." "An important point to mention, is that all of the money stays in our comrnu- nity, and assists 40 local agencies." Carol added, 've seen first hand the many ways which the United Way helps people, it's important that we help out, and hope- fully people will corne out and Way support a good cause." The United Way in our community funds agencies which asslst more than 80,000 people in our com- munity. From seniors to chli- dren, from the disabled, to those who receive assistance in areas as diverse as sub- stance a buse and family cri- sis intervention, the United Way helps people from al walks of life in our communi- ty. <Jan Eves, campaign man- ager of the United Way added, "We are thrilled that Cullen Gardens will help us in this way with the campaign this year, our success requires broad support in the commu- nity, from school children to major corporations, from organîzed labour to public servants and professionals. this type of support from Cullen-Gardens is greatly appreciated and needed." For additional information, or comment, please caîl Jan Eves, at 436-7377. Orono MdiclCenec Pr. Marleme 5pruyt wilt ý'e reIocatirnq ber rmcdical prectice from Newca!5tie to Oronio, effective 5cptcmýer 15t, 1997. Pr. Michael Warcl will Lýe replaciriq Pr. M. Aniql. DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE' Annual awards night The Durham Regional Police Services Board annual Awards Night hanouring police and civilian members of the Durham Regional Police Service, will be held an Friday, September 5th, 1997,, in. the Scugog Centre' Community Hall, 1655 Reach Street in Port Perry, starting at 6:00 p.m. This year, a total of twenty- nine Durham #egional -police, officers and three civilian members of the police service will be recognized for 30 years of dedicated service with the Durham Regional Police, Service. The officers will be presented with medals and service bars while the civilian members will receive plaques. The Auxliary Police unit of the Durham Réegional Police Service will also be presented with a 20 year plaque hon- ouring the valunteers who have manned that unit for the past 20 years. Two members of the original group who rernain with the unit today, will receive 20 year service medals for their outstanding contribution. Also being recognized at this event will be fffteen police officers who, in the last year, how shown great inttiveor courage and went beyond thLe cail of duty. Special recognition will be conferred on, Citizenship Judge Walter Borosa, for the personal contribution he has made to the local commhunity. A UittLe go a long way!l Watking 3 km in 35 minutes can do wonders for your health. Ifs that simple. Sharing a Healihier Futur Life RRSPs W. une Complete RRIF Planning Workshop for Mature Canadians Join our expert, Jerry White, as he shows you: Jerry White e 25 key strategies for retirernent incane & RRIF rol-over. of Family Fortune and * Mistakes ta avoid when converfing yaur RRSP ta a RRIF. yTalks on the Standard a How to withdraw money from your RRIF ai the owest fax. Icsting Radio Network, e How ta maxirnize vour retirement incarne. with a panel of experts... e The top 10 strategies ta beat the txes on ïour Estate. 1e--ý0. *eow ta avoid OAS and Seniors Benefit clawbacks. 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