) The Canadien Statesman, Bowmanville, January 3,1C90 3 W. Frank Raises More than $2,000 for Charity z Tidbits from | JL JLVLMJLM9 JL Jl. ^ WmwM ü Tftimd thfi Re£i( vn < LX VUUVI MlAv $ Hockey Team Donates $1,000 to Memorial Hospital A special pre-New Year's draw at the W. Frank Real Estate office in Bowmanville Bowmanville came to a conclusion last week, after raising $2,035. Chairperson Carol Martin Martin announced that this amount would be donated to the special fund for local handicapped children administered by the Rotary Club of Bowmanville. The draw for four prizes donated by George Westfall of Hiram Walker Distilleries was held at the Frank office last week, with winning tickets being drawn by this year's local Tammy, Alana Gillespie, Carol Martin, standing in for George Westfall, Councillor Councillor Arnot Wotten, representing the mayor and Rotary Club President Pat Mother- sill. Prize winners were Wendy Preston of Bank of Montreal, Martin Burnie, St. Stephen's School, Mrs. Marie Jeronimo, Oshawa and A. J. Jeronimo, Kingston. At left in the above photo in W. Frank's Manager Joe Jeronimo. Concert Held at Durham Christian High PICKERING - When one of the reactors at the Pickering Pickering Generating Station goes back into service in the new year, the power shortages experienced at some places in Ontario during the recent cold spell are expected expected to cease being a problem, a spokesperson from Ontario Hydro has said. The reactor was shut down in October for maintenance and wasn't brought back on line when it was supposed to be in December because of a shortage of workers. When the reactor is operating operating again, seven of the eight reactors at Pickering will be in operation. WHITBY - The proposed Coscan development in the harbour area of Whitby caught the attention of David Crombie, who is heading a commission on the future of waterfront land in Ontario from Bowmanville to Burlington. He was in Whitby recently to view the harbour and plans for development there. While in the municipality, he met with the mayor, Robert At- tersley, who said he wanted to make sure Mr. Crombie Crombie knew there was a plan for the waterfront. Public access to the waterfront will be included in development development there, the mayor has stated. OSHAWA - The Salvation Army in Oshawa is working working on plans to re-open their Thrift Shop in Oshawa early in the new year at a location near the downtown. downtown. Their former location on Bruce Street was destroyed, destroyed, along with the items in it, in a fire in December. December. The Thrift Shop sells used clothing, furniture and other items to those in need. PORT PERRY -- A fire in a mobile home on Scugog Island the day before Christmas left a man and a woman and their two young sons homeless and without without any of their possessions. This was one of many fires the Port Perry fire department battled over the past few weeks where construction losses were estimated estimated to be worth $1.2 million. The fire chief in Port Perry said the fire losses were greater during the past few weeks than they have been in the past four years. OSHAWA - The Oshawa Transit system has acquired acquired new buses that are better accessible to disabled disabled persons and the elderly. The buses, each costing $200,000, are capable of being lowered to the ground at the front to enable passengers to board more easily. The vehicles also have angled seating. In addition, the buses are better lit, feature larger signs indicating destinations and have additional speakers for the public public address system. OSHAWA - Durham College in Oshawa plans to review review some of their security measures after an incident that occurred at the school last month. A student was spotted carrying a gun through the halls at the school. Police were alerted, but the episode turned out to be a false alarm. In .the meantime, the college, in their review, review, will look at changes in policies, updating an alarm system and professional development for security security guards. Durham College employs eight security guards to work three shifts. PORT PERRY -- Three people were killed on New Year's Day when the vehicle in which they were travelling travelling went out of control on Regional Road 57,just , south of the 4th Concession in Scugog Township. Lucy Knight, Johanna Oppers, of Noptletop*,. and Adam Knight were killed when th'e vehî'jdp ïheÿ/jwere in went out of control and was struck-by h southbound vehicle. A third passenger in the northbound car is in serious condition in Oshawa General Hospital 'while the driver of the southbound vehicle is in stable condition condition in Memorial Hospital Bowmanville. The accident is being investigated and no charges have yet been laid. These members of the choir are performing at the Christmas band and choir concert that took place Thursday, December 21, at Durham Christian High School. In this portion of the program, the music was enhanced by dimmed lights and the candles held by the individual choir members. NOW LOCATIONS WHITBY AND BOWMANVILLE JUST OPENED - HIGHWAY H2 AND MAPLE GROVE Wo have expanded and opened our second dealership to better service our many valued Bowmanville area customers. FULL SERVICE AVAILABLE 623-8166 HWY. HZ AND MAPLE GROVE WEST OP BOWMANVILLE 668-5893 1120 DUNDAS ST. E. WHITBY, ONTARIO Ym| Orbits I|TBI of NO OTHER COURSE has our YD video tapes, YD Emergency Manoeuvers, YD Instructor Training or the Effectiveness of our "YD APPROACH TO ACCIDENT FREE DRIVING" YD IS NOT AVAILABLE IN ANY LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT COURSES STARTING JAN. 15th 623-7017 INQUIRE ABOUT OUR 1990 SCHEDULE Mon. - Frl. 9 - 5 p.m. 98 King St. West, Bowmanville Upon completion, students will receive CERTIFICATES towards Insurance Premium Reductions "Gift Corllflcntos Available" Memorial Hospital Bowmanville received a New Year's surprise early last week when the Bowmanville Town Sports Oldtimers hockey team donated $1,000 to the hospital foundation. Sylvia Spice, vice-president of Patient Care Services at Memorial accepted the contribution from Gary James (centre) and Phil Green. St. John Ambulance Needs Recruits BLACKSTOCK - The Toronto/Havelock Passenger Association has sent invitations to the mayors of 31 Ontario communities inviting them to a meeting to hear proposals for a new passenger rail service in this province. The January 9 meeting slated for Toronto City Hall, comes less than a week before VIA Rail pulls the daily train between Toronto and Havelock off the rails because of federal spending cut-backs. TIIPA president Paul Pagnuelo of Little Britain, said last week the January 9 meeting will give the mayors a chance to hear the details of a proposal to have Bombardier Bombardier Inc. of Montreal operate four passenger lines in southern Ontario, using rolling stock it manufactures. manufactures. A simple thank you is sometimes overlooked or taken for granted. For the volunteers of the St. John Ambulance, it's the only form of payment they receive. receive. "Hearing someone say thanks, I couldn't have made it without you, makes all the difference in the world," explained Buryi Keene. "It means a lot when the people acknowledge the fact we've been there." The St. John Ambulance is made up of volunteers who provide first aid. At this time of the year, you will frequently frequently find the volunteers in area hockey arenas where they provide help to spectators spectators and, if required, players. To have members of the St. John Ambulance attend attend an event, the area office office in Oshawa must be notified notified in writing two weeks prior to the event, This gives the office time to round up volunteer^, and the volunteers volunteers time to clear their schedules. Alf Brown, who has volunteered volunteered his time for 26 years, recalled some of the changes that have taken place over the years. "The rules and regulations regulations are the biggest changes changes we've had. At one time we had to wear full uniforms, and we weren't allowed to be seen smoking or sitting while in uniform. On hot days we had to keep our coat and hat on, and our tie done up." All members are instructed instructed for first aid, and CPR by the office in Oshawa. Oshawa forwards requests in this area to the Division 871 office in Bowmanville. Some of the 100 events the volunteers cover over the course of a year include hockey, fairs, snow races, Mosport events and company company picnics. 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More volunteers are desperately desperately needed, as there are too many events to cover for the 12 member staff in Bowmanville. Coming up in August, 24-hour coverage will be needed in Orono for a 10 day Scout jamboree. Anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer member, is asked to call Sandra Williams at 576- 1872. You'll be sure to receive a thank-you. WILLIS FINANCIAL SERVICES • GIC's, R.R.S.P.'s • R.R.I.F.'s • Mortgages • Bookkeeping "Our best interests are yours!" 623-9400 243 King St. E., Bowmanville Mall (705) 324-9898 41/2 Cambridge St. N., Lindsay, Ont. THE WALLPAPER CENTRE'S JANUARY CLEARANCE Sale (Starts Today) Buy One Get One DOUBLE ID R I ROLL •ON A BEAUTIFUL SELECTION OF IN STOCK WALLPAPER* THE WALLPAPER CENTRE OPEN THURSDAY AND FRIDAY NIGHTS UNTIL NINE Q] OSHAWA 140SIMC0EST.S. (JuilS, ol John) 579-1655 AJAX 37 HARWOOD AVE. S. (BETWEEN HWY. 401 8 HWY. 2) 686-0719 SCARBOROUGH 793 MARKHAM ROAD (BETWEEN ELLESMERE 4 LAWRENCE) 431-4458