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Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, March 18,1987 3 Artists from Newtonville's "Collage" Show Five artists from Newtonville and Kendal held an art show on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7, entitled "Collage". This was a fund-raising project foi repairs to the manse in Newtonville.., Most of the five individuals have been painting for several years. Pictured above are: (back left) Ron Phillips and Bryan Ransom of Newtonville. Front left: Bud Hay of Newtonville and Marj Lofthouse of Kendal. Absent for the photograph was Bernie Martin of Kendal. Tax Help for Seniors by Tammy Hill Seniors who may not have been filing income tax forms over the past few years due to low incomes, may wish to do so this year since a $50 rebate has been established by the government. government. Those who are earning an income of $15,000 a year or less may be eligible for the rebate only if an income tax form is filed. And for seniors in the Town of Newcastle, Newcastle, Community Care can help complete those tax returns. returns. For the past eight years, volunteers from Community Community Care have offered free income tax assistance to seniors and handicapped persons with basic tax returns. returns. And Community Care Administrator Roxy Barnes said they are expecting even more than the average 50 to 60 income tax forms this year due to the new rebate. rebate. Community Care will have four trained volunteers volunteers prepared to assist with forms. Each of the volunteers volunteers have undergone an extensive training session with representatives from Revenue Canada. "They (the volunteers) all have a good under-standing of the problems," commented Mrs. Barnes. And if any problems problems occur during the process process of filling out the tax forms each of the volunteers volunteers have a toll free number number for Revenue Canada that they may call. The idea behind the income income tax assistance program program is to offer a free service to seniors with straightforward straightforward tax returns. The assistance program also offers home service to those who cannot make it to the office. To receive this service a phone call must be made to the Community Care office (623-2261). In addition, an income tax evening will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 p.m.' Peter Hobb, of Winters, Sutherland & Moase Chartered Accountants, Accountants, 23 Silver Street, will offer his services to seniors at no charge on that particular particular evening. It is suggested that anyone wishing to attend attend this session call the Community Care office in advance. "We have already completed completed a considerable amount of tax returns," commented Mrs. Barnes. And she predicts that they will be working at a busy pace until the end of April. "We are trying to encourage everyone utilizing our services services to have their return completed by the end of April," Mrs. Barnes said. PAI1 a satin - gloss, see-through coating lor Interior wood surfaces two coats gives a fully transparent washable surface needs no sanding sealer or varnish top coat available In clear and several wood tones Available at Central Paint and Wallpaper 295 Ritson Rd. S., 728-6809 Oshawa Important Public Notice DURHAM REGION DISTRICT HEALTH COUNCIL ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP SEARCH The Durham Region District Health Council has issued a call for members to fill upcoming vacancies. The local District Health Council is one of 26 such organizations In the Province whose members are appointed by the Ontario Cabinet to advise the Minister of Health on all matters relating to health care planning in the Region of Durham. Council's functions Include Identification of needs and making appropriate recommendations, establishing short and long term priorities and coordinating health planning activities. The full Council meets monthly and, as well, there are various active sub-committees that require some participation by members. This voluntary work requires Individuals who are willing to make decisions regarding the development of health care services Into an effective and efficient system. Currently Ministry of Health expenditures In Durham Region exceed $200 million annually. If you are concerned about the quality of life In your community and are prepared to undertake the challenge of working towards achieving ongoing Improvement In health care throughout the Region, we Invite you to submit a brief personal resume to: Chairman, Membership Committee;' Durham Region District Health Council, 40 King St. W„ Sto. 300, Oshawa L1I-11 Ad, by April 3,19B7. Railway Children Warned Winning Speakers from Knox Christian School I'm looking at a cutting that I kept from last year's Oshawa Times. It reports an accident that occurred on the C.P.R. railway line just south of the Oshawa Centre. In this incident a 17 year old was taking a short cut across the tracks rather than using the Stevenson Road bridge. On this occasion, to get across the tracks he had to climb between -the box cars of a stopped freight train. As he was climbing through, the train started up and this caused his foot to be crushed between the couplers. His friend ran ahead and had the engineer stop the train. Fortunately there wasn't a death this time, but they sure learned a lesson about the dangers of this kind of shortcut. Adults, as well as children rgularily use the railway tracks as short cuts and unfortunately some kids even think the railway is an exciting place to play. The obvious dangers and reported incidents like the one I just related don't seem to deter them. Parents, in particular, should be concerned about this. Do you know what routes you child takes when walking or cycling? Do you know the places your child likes to go to play and explore? Have you ever discussed this matter with them? Let's face it, it's imperative that you know the places your child frequents. In doing so you could prevent any number of things happening to them. Railways are lonely places. A child in a deserted place like this is a much easier mark for a child molester or kidnapper. Even a simple thing like a fall can become far more serious when there is no one within earshot. Kids are naturally curious and the temptation to go on the railway is obvious. Counter this curiousity with strict rules about where they are allowed to play and be prepared to enforce those rules. Make no exceptions, such as allowing them to use the railway as a shortcut. Some people may ask "If railways are so dangerous and railway companies don't want people on the tracks, why don't they fence them?" Well, I guess apart from the obvious expense and maintenance of a fence, people are supposed to know better. They shouldn't need a fence to remind them. In fact if you go onto the- railway tracks that's trespassing. trespassing. Often signs are put up to this effect but it's usually only a matter of time before they are pulled down or destroyed. It's as if certain people believe they have a right to use the railway property. After all they are not hurting anyone, are they? I wonder if they ever think about setting a good example to younger folk? By setting a good example they could possibly prevent a death, injury, damage. Sometimes people will only learn by being penalized. With this in mind consider that if you are caught on the tracks by the police (might be Durham Regional, C.N., or C.P.R. police) the officer might want to bring the point home by charging you ($63.00 minimum fine). Trespassing on the railway is a serious business. Besides the risk to the trespasser, the railways suffer a significant amount of damage every year. Some of' this damage is downright dangerous and could at times possibly cause a derailment or collision. We are not talking about one life here, but potentially hundreds! Let's face it, trespassing on the railway is bad news. It's just plain common sense to stay away. Please, be determined that you and your children will set a good example to others. Public speaking contests were recently held at Knox Christian School, with Donna Benschop, Rachel Klompmaker, and Jessica Hull winning in the grade five/six contest and Sharon Groeneveld, Joel Siebenga and Sharon Reitsma winning in the grade seven/eight category. Sharon and Joel went on to a public speaking contest in Cobourg which featured Christian Schools from Oshawa, Lindsay, Peterborough, Newcastle and Cobourg. Sharon and Joel finished first and third in their respective categories. Seen here are (back): Joel, Jessica and Rachel: and in the front: Sarah, Sharon and Donna. IT'S THE ANNUAL BOWMANVILLE ROTARY CLUB'S Easter Seal Campaign OUR LOCAL OBJECTIVE M 2,700.00 Please ... Help Us ivy : I Help Our Kids Please drop your donation off at the Bowmanville branch of the Bank of Montreal, and help us save on increased postal costs. Money raised by the Bowmanville Rotary Club goes directly to helping local children. The local Rotarians will be distributing the Easter Seal Envelopes on March 6, 7, 8. In order to meet our objective WE NEED VOUR HELP! The Easter Seal Society, Ontario PRESTON Moving & Storage Ltd. 420 Base Une Rd. W. 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