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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 7 Nov 1990, p. 2

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X . ; i 2 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, November 7,1990 Christmas Bazaar Held at Strathaven Nursing Home I-,- < ' x - 1 m m i ft :• '.A <v> >i-" ,>t' y •> X HH . Residents and volunteers at Bowmanville's Strathaven Strathaven Nursing Home gave guests a chance to do •some early Yuletide shopping when they held their Christmas Bazaar last week. The event included tea and light refreshments as well as the sale of crafts and baking, the sale of cookbooks, and a lucky draw. Shown in the above photo are: Activity Assistants Louise Wright and Ayesha Siegmann; residents Ida Gimple and Raymond Guay; and Activity Director Kelly Powell. Plan for Doctor's Office Rejected • Members of a Newcastle committee ignored the recommendations recommendations of their staff and turned down an application application for a doctor's office in a residential area in the mu- The clinic, proposed for 141 Baldwin St. in the Newcastle Newcastle Village, is located directly directly across from the Newcastle Newcastle Memorial Arena and is surrounded by single family family residential dwellings. Frank Wu, in his report the application, noted on that if the application is approved, approved, the land in question ReadAll About It! In the Pages of The Canadian Statesman A subscription to The Canadian Statesman keeps you informed of all the local news, sports and advertising specials in your community. Subscription Order Form I I Renewal Q Change of Address i Name: New I I ■ Address:- or Renewal 1 1 Postal Code: .Telephone No.. 12 months-$20.00 6 months - $11.00 Foreign - $60.00 Please pay by cheque, VISA, Mastercard, or money order. 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Oiler eipliai Dec, i/VO, 00 King St W, Oowmonvillo Population at 75,000 From Page ing on the Official Plan, said the two areas noted (for north Bowmanville and north Newcastle Village) should be in the plan. In addition, she saw the Highway Two and Regional Rd. 57 intersection in Bowmanville as an area where "options "options for growth are very significant.* And protection of the Ganaraska area, the mayor said, is something the Region wants to look at. ,Y We think of it as a tourist node and want to expand on it," she said. "I think this plan provides for exciting exciting vision," Mayor Hubbard said. She noted that under it, Bowmanville will continue to be the central area of the community. une Councillor Frank Stapleton was in support of the changes the committee was proposing, explaining that "we are not taking anything away from any part of the Town and giving it to other areas." He added that he thinks Newcastle Village should develop as far as the Third Line. Some of the other changes recommended recommended in the plan include increasing the commercial floor space in the municipality, municipality, "and in particular the Bowmanville Bowmanville urban area" to one million square feet. An area east of Courtice Road near Concessions 1 and 2 may also be identified identified as a special study area. Beach Closing Concern From Page One corrective action on cleaning up the the closing of beaches, lake, she said, adding that "our works department is making sure we aren't pumping things in we shouldn't." She noted that many factors can contribute to increasing fecal counts in water, explaining that spring run-off " can all lead to and agricultural run-off can ; Councillor Hamre said high water temperatures provide the environment for bacteria to grow in. "It's a matter of nature, a matter of things government didn't know about and now have to spend millions of dollars dollars on to correct," she said. Hwy. 407 Route Should Be Decided Shortly would oe zoned as a special exception to the residential zone. Residents in the area have, in the past, been concerned concerned about parking, entranceway entranceway locations, screening screening from abutting uses and numbers of doctors operating operating from the clinic. One doctor, Dr. Eleanor Vincent, was proposed as being being the only physician in the clinic. Councillor Ken Hooper wanted assurances that she would remain the only doctor. doctor. He said he would support the application if a stipulation stipulation was made stating that the doctor remain the only one in the facility. Mr. Wu, however, noted that the town has no authority authority to state the number allowed allowed in the facility. "I don't support it then," Councillor Hooper stated. "I think this can get out of hand if it expands in a residential area." Councillor Frank Staple- ton said he didn't think this was the best location for the facility, noting that there was plenty of space in the downtown core. The motion X to approve the facility was lost. Town Applauds 80th Birthday The mayor of Newcastle will be sending a congratulatory congratulatory letter to Goodyear on the occasion of its 80th year in Bowmanville. Regional Councillor Ken Hooper said the anniversary celebrations at the factory had been well attended. He added that company officials declared publicly that they are in Bowmanville Bowmanville to stay. From Page One ing considered. The northern alignment runs north of Haydon, while the north/central route would be located just north of the seventh line. Staff noted that the south central and the south alignment would provide provide the greatest service to urban and industrial areas in the town, although these would impact prime agricultural land and are within a half Concession of the hamlets of Hampton, Solina arid Leskard. Mr. Wu noted that until background background studies had been carried out by the Ministry's consultants they were hesitant to declare a preference for the route. The Region of Durham and the City of Oshawa, he wrote, have preferred the north central route because it could be integrated into the Region's land use structure. Oshawa believes it would allow for expansion of their urban urban area. However, Mr. Wu noted, that alignment alignment would result in urbanization of rural areas and "could result in pressure pressure to ultimately urbanize all of the Town of Newcastle." 'This department is of the opinion that the southerly alignment alternative alternative would provide the greatest opportunities opportunities for the Town of Newcastle." The planner explained the south alignment would reduce the length of the freeway link through Newcastle and would have the least amount of impact on the Oak Ridges Moraine. Kennel Licensing May Control "Puppy Mills" Tidbits from Around the Region OSHAWA - Durham Regional Police reported finding the body of a male person in a wooded area near Northway Crt. Park in the city of Oshawa on Halloween Halloween night. The body is thought to be a missing person, person, Edward James Blundell, 40, who was last seen around July 6 1990. Police say the remains are being taken to the Centre of Forensic Science in Toronto for further examination to determine the possible cause of death. Foul play has been ruled out, but cause of death is unknown. PORT PERRY - A 32-year-old Scugog resident, Richard Taylor, was killed last Friday when he lost control of his vehicle while travelling northbound on the Island Road. The vehicle rolled on its roof on the roadway and was struck by a southbound vehicle. Both drivers were taken to Port Perry Hospital by ambulance ambulance where the driver of the northbound vehicle was pronounced dead on arrival. The driver of the second second vehicle, a resident from Ajax, was treated for a broken left arm and multiple cuts and bruises. Police are investigating. PICKERING -- The fate of the proposed landfill site in Whitevale will be announced on November 26, the day an environmental hearing on the site is to begin. Environment Minister Ruth Grier said Monday the site will remain farmland but didn't say if she will halt the hearing and simply kill the plan. She said waste disposal facilities deserve the fullest assessment. assessment. OSHAWA - Oshawa has decided it will no longer sell stray animals to medical laboratories for research. A provincial act passed in 1969 requires municipalities to send dogs and cats in their pounds to labs for research. research. Animal rights groups hailed the move as a victory victory while others said the decision could endanger human life and could bring back "dog dealers" who steal dogs and sell them to labs. An official from the Oshawa and District Humane Society said the city has a problem with animals being dumped in fields because people don't want their pets being used for research^ research^ TRUST CCMPANy G.I.C.'s' I2YR.I WILLIS FINANCIAL 243 King St. E., Bowmanville Mall 623-9400 Rales subject to change The Town of Newcastle is looking at establishing a new kennel licensing bylaw. Frank Wu, director of planning, said in a report outlining the by-law, that it is being drafted to control a growing industry in the town. Thpsyiars the industry has been/Without regulations. regulations. T Mr. Wu wrote that in the past decaiie there has been an increase in "puppy mills" across the province. "Kennel operations that unscrupulously breed dogs strictly for profit have little or no regard for the health New Van for Handi-Transit Newcastle Handi Transit will be getting a new backup backup van. The Town of Newcastle decided to purchase the 1983 van from the City of Oshawa's Handi Transit for $2.000. In September, the general general manager of Newcastle Handi Transit wrote to Newcastle Newcastle Council requesting the purchase of the van and well-being of the dogs involved," he said. The operation of these kennels has an impact upon the municipality, he explained, explained, when the dogs are abandoned or turned in to the animal control shelter. The only control the municipality municipality currently has. over kennels is in their location. The proposed by-law is intended to "provide a safe and healthy environment for all dogs." The by-law is being circulated circulated to all kennel owners in the municipality for their comments. We would like to thank the following merchants of Newcastle and Bowmanville for their donations to the Newcastle Health Care Centre Christmas Bazaar. Thanks to all who participated and volunteered their services. Your contribution was greatly apppreciated. Thank you. The management of Newcastle Health Care Centre Delores O'Connor, Mastro Pizza, Fat Daddy's, Fun Plant, Green Leaf Restaurant, McGregor's Drug Store, Michelle's Grooming, Newcastle IDA Drug Store, Vickie Blight, Gruffies, Master Hair, Annie's Restaurant, Steeve's Auto Supply, Roots Hair Design, Pauline's Clothing, Guardian Drugs, Flowers Plus, Newcastle Lumber, Stedmans, National Home Video, Newcastle Garage, Gwen Holmes, William Alldread. Eagles Win! Despite being outshot 47-21, the, Bowmanville Engles managed their ninth win of the season by defeating the Port Perry Mojncks 3-2 at the Recreation Recreation Complex last night. Shane Armstrong (shorthnnded), Nick Dennis Dennis (powerplny), and Glen Campbell scored for the Eagles. Y is Accepting Registrations The YWCA is now taking registration for two craft classes. An Adult Christmas Craft program is being hold on November 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bowmanville High School. Participants will learn how to make and decorate an evergreen bough "door hanger" for the Christmas season. An evening for the children children is also planned. "Kid's Christmns Crafts" is scheduled scheduled for December 4 from G:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Bow- mnnvillo High School. Winter registration will take place in Jnnnnry. 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