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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 16 Dec 1987, p. 8

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8 The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc. December 16. 1987 111 . : ' - ; OLYMPIC TORCH COUNTDOWN -- The Olympic Olympic Torch will arrive in Bowmanvillc at 4:07 Monday afternoon, according to the latest estimates. estimates. (Please note that the arrival is almost one hour earlier than previous predictions.) The torch will be proceeding down Highway 115 and then westward on Highway Two. The ceremony in which the torch will be formally welcomed to the municipality will take place at King and Temperance St., commencing at approximately approximately 3:30 p.m. and including participation participation by sports groups, school bands, etc. Furthermore, Furthermore, there are special events at the Bow- manville Arena during the afternoon. These consist of a free public skate and hockey and figure skating demonstrations. Come out and be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime event. And, like the commercials say, "Share the Flame". MS SOCIETY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS -- The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (Durham Region Chapter) is on the lookout for volunteers volunteers willing to fill key positions in its organization. organization. The volunteers will assist in administration administration and fund-raising. The positions require require about one or two hours of time each week and will provide an opportunity to strengthen leadership and organizational skills. If you can help, please call the MS Office at 579-7727 between the hours of nine a.m. and one p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. NEW MS CHAIRPERSON -- The Multiple Sclerosis Society also advises us that Audrey MacLean is the new chairperson for the Durham Chapter. Mrs. MacLean was presented to the M.S. Society at the annual Christmas party held November 27 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Oshawa. She is also active with the Al- zheimers Society, Victorian Order of Nurses, ADHOD, and voluntary resources. LIVING NATIVITY -- The St. Paul's United Church in Bowmanville will present their reenactment reenactment of The Christmas Story Sunday, December December 20; Monday, December 21, and Tuesday, Tuesday, December 22. This performance, which usually includes real sheep and goats and 1 other farmyard animals, is a moving experi- ; ence and one which the youngsters will especially especially enjoy. The program commences at 7:30 p.m. GIFT IDEA FROM HISTORICAL SOCIETY -- The Newcastle and District Historical Society suggests that John Squair's book entitled "The Townships of Darlington and Clarke" would make an excellent Christmas gift. Anyone interested interested in ordering a copy may call 987-4897 or 983-5514. Proceeds from the sale will go to the Newcastle and District Historical Society. :vi SPEED ENFORCEMENT -- This message is for the 60 per cent of motorists who exceed the speed limit on heavy volume highways by 10 to 20 kilometres per hour over, the posted limit. The Ontario Provincial Police will be devoting extra attention towards enforcing the speed limits on Highway 401 iii Newcastle, Cobourg, and Brighton detachment areas. A speed enforcement unit is operating seven days per week along this highway. Officers have been instructed to take enforcement action action against all of those who are violating the speed limit. Easy does it. h WINTER DRIVING WARNING - Now that we've got you slowed down, we might add that . the Ministry of Transportation has issued a few : precautionary words for winter motorists. With shorter days and longer nights, it's especially important to remember that Ontario law requires requires car headlights to be on one half hour before sunset and until one half hour after sunrise. sunrise. When you see the flashing blue light of a : snowplow, reduce your speed and give the plow lots of room. In addition, a winter driving kit consisting of an ice scraper, shovel, booster cables, cables, flares, blankets, and first aid supplies is an excellent investment. Ontario's Minister of Transportation, Ed Fulton, also advises drivers to be sure that your car is properly prepared for winter with correct tires and fluid levels. Finally, don't forget to wear those seat belts! CLOCA AT WORK -- As part of the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority's commitment commitment to the improvement and upgrading of our Conservation Areas, work is now in progress at the Bowmanville Valley Conservation Conservation Area south of Highway Two. CLOCA is in the process of constructing a new access road and parking area as well as installing vault toilets. BRING THE CUSHIONS--April and Susan will be the featured performers in the next Community Community Cushion Concert Series presented by Hampton Junior Public School. This show will commence at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 23rd. Tickets are available by calling Hampton Jr. Public School at 263-2252 or 263-8886 and 623- 3400 evenings and weekends. v . CAREGIVER RELIEF -- The Town of Newcastle Newcastle offers Caregiver relief as a respite program program for those caring for frail elderly and disabled disabled adults. Persons in this category who require require some worry-free time-out are invited to contact Community Care. In addition, Community Community Care is looking for people interested in becoming relief caregivers. If you require help or can lend a hand in this regard, call 427-2315. (You may call collect, if necessary). KIDNEY FOUNDATION SAYS THANKS -- The . Kidney Foundation of Canada, Toronto and District Chapter, would like to thank the many supporters who helped by contributing to the Peanut Campaign. The Durham Region raised a total of $33,072 in this project. Funds will go towards assisting patient services, education programs, and research. WRITING TO SANTA? - Santa Claus is still inviting letters from his friends. But you'd better better hurry because Christmas is just around the corner. You can send your letter to Santa by using the following address: Santa Claus, North Pole, Canada, HOH OHO. Don't forget to include your return address so that Santa and his Canada Post helpers can respond to your letter. Last year, Santa responded to more than 700,000 letters which came from children as far away as Great Britain, Sweden, China, Japan, and Australia. 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