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Long Time Lions Receive Highest Honor Local Realtors Report Record Month in Jan. The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 6.1991 3 Students Win Legion Awards The Oshawa & District Real Estate Board reported a record number of sales over the past month. "This January was one of the best in the past five years, second only to the ultra-boom in 1989," says board President Anne Briscoe, FRI, CMR. The board's figures for the past three months show a definite recovery from a slow market; with more homes sold this year as compared to last year for the same period. "With interest rates the lowest in three years, and a large inventory of homes to choose from; affordability is alive and well in the Durham Region," says Mrs. Briscoe. ODREB members helped 339 fami lies find homes this month, at an average average price of $157,278.00. This compared compared with 280 sales in January 1990 with an average price of $179,396.00. "Of course, the average price reflects reflects the type of homes which people are buying at this time, not necessari ly a decrease in property values," says Mrs. Briscoe. "The current market is ideal for first-time homebuyers, and they are taking advantage of it." ODREB is a trade association representing representing REALTORS throughout Durham Durham Region. Members belong to the Ontario and Canadian Real Estate Associations,and Associations,and so adhere to a strict Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Business Practice. Five students from local schools placed highly in the Royal Canadian Legion Zone FI poem, essay and poster contests. First place winners' work will now advance to the District District F level. Hampton Public School student Kerri Sharp placed first in the Color Poster contest. contest. M J. Hobbs student Trudy Trudy Bennett, was first in the Intermediate Essay competi- Bowmanville High School student Diane Reitsma was first in the Senior Essay competition, while fellow- BHS student, Sandi Hamilton, Hamilton, placed third in the Senior Senior Poem category. Orono Public School student, student, Jennica Femstrom, has placed third in the Junior Junior Essay competition. Each of the above winners winners had earlier received awards in the Branch 178 level of competition. tion. , _ First Birthday Celebrated Mm 0<f« H - Report Details Changes To Region Official Plan inf-; *'Mfc**e • mmmmmm wxmm- ./ . Seated at the table in the foreground are the six recipients recipients of Melvin Jones Fellowship awards which Cy .\yere presented by District Governor Bill Shaw at the o-most recent meeting of the Bowmanville Lions Club, ix Honorees shown above are: (from left) Bob Kent, Jack Brough, Ed Leslie, Don Marsden, Andrew Thompson and Byron Vanstone. Ross Stevens and Nels Osborne were unable to attend the meeting but received the awards at their homes. The fellowships were announced announced at the club's January 28 meeting. 9g!'- by Lorna Miller "The Melvin Jones Fellowship Fellowship Award is the highest highest honour which can be bestowed bestowed upon a Lion," said District Governor, Bill Shaw. "With this award, you join the ranks of the highest ,, .order of Lionism." ■' "■ 1 District Governor, Bill ./■Shaw, was speaking to the •"'six members of the Bowman- ■y 'ville Lions Club who were -f,present to be inducted as L.Melvin Jones Fellows on Monday, January 28, at the i,Lions Centre on Beech Ave- nue. . Head table dignitaries "'were: Ester and District Governor, Bill Shaw, Les and Mildred Virtue and Elmer Elmer and Lyn Banting. President President Les welcomed everyone and expressed his regret that International Director, Gil Constantini, would not be able to attend the eve- mni lg as planned. Ho Corn and Pellet Burning Woodstoves , •/ 'The Self-feeding Clean, Natural Fires rfrepli ore Plus* 900 Hopkins St. at Burns Whitby 668-3192 Lowever, the evening went very smoothly and the ceremony to induct Jack Brough, Andrew Thompson, Don Marsden, Edward Leslie, Leslie, Bob Kent, and Byron Vanstone into the exclusive elite of Melvin Jones Fellows Fellows proceeded as planned. Two other Lions, Nels Osborne Osborne and Ross Stevens (who were unable to attend) received their awards at their homes. Governor Shaw said: "This is a night of dedication and recognition for senior fellow Lions. The real intent of this very special meeting is to recognize the selfless deeds of these men which furthered the cause in Lionism Lionism in their community and the world." Ij/ Blair McBwen, and Jim Lachance escorted the six distinguish^ Lions to a tar ble at the 1 front-oLthejroom. On the table, in front of each chair and draped with dark brown velvet were the six plaques of honour. Governor Shaw then presented presented each man with his plaque engraved with the recipient's recipient's name and the words, "Melvin Jones Fellow Ê resented to:... for Dedicated tumanitarian Services." Li- Intemational Founda- Foundation. William L. Biggs, President 1991, Lions Club International and William William Woolard, Chairman, Lions Lions International Foundation." Foundation." The award was established established in 1973 as a special citation for years of faithful service. It honours the generosity, generosity, compassion and concern concern of tne members for their fellow members and the cause of Lionism. "Together, these six de-' serving gentlemen have over 300 years of faithful service to the Club," said Bruce Lush, who thanked the Governor Governor for his kind words and participation in the ceremony. ceremony. The money raised by making these eight men Melvin Jones Fellows will be donated to the Sightfirst drive of the Bowmanville Lions Lions Club. Singer-songwriter, Anne Walker, provided the entertainment. entertainment. The Whitby schoolteacher is an accomplished accomplished guitarist and she accompanied accompanied herself while she sang several of her own compositions. compositions. Mel Koche led the Lions and guests in a sing-song which included the Lions Song and Let there be Peace on Earth. The Enniskillen Ladies served a roast beef dinner befitting the occasion^ occasion^ President Les Virtue then concluded the evening by thanking the Governor and all those Lions who had made the evening possible. That's the final roar from the Lions Club for this week. YWCA Offers New Programs February is the month to start planning ahead and the YWCA- wants you gto start thinking spring to get 1 ^fter "-year: Bring lots of rid of the winter blahs! ; questions and enjoy an eve- "i'Tiadf Mandera will help ^hiriFftith' other {jârdêhers. ou do that' as she teaches And don't forget the little pertise in helping you to plant* a beautiful perennial garden .that will blpom year SfteV ' * venrRrintr lnt.q nf ons tion. y< how to create a colourful spring bouquet using burlap flowers. Her creative craft classes are fun, informal and every craft class holds new ideas. Join in for Crafts and Laughs on the first Monday of every month. If you are thinking spring, why hot jump in feet first and learn all irst and learn about Lions International CELEBRATING 25 YEARS SERVING YOU. sikkens .MoffeA, PAINTS We have many wallpaper books to choose from. CENTRAL PAINT & PAPER 295 Ritson Rd. S. Oshawa 434-3939 planting a carefree garden? Sharon Magee uses her ex- Summer Camp Info Meeting An information night regarding regarding summer camp for diabetic children will be held this Thursday in Oshawa. The information night, running from 7-9 p.m on February 7, will take place at the Northview Branch Library, Library, 250 Beatrice St. E. in Oshawa. The Canadian Diabetes Association holds the camp each year to bring diabetic children together and to provide provide information about the disease while the children are taking part in summer activities. creative hands who get the chance at making their own fun when they make a Mop Doll Clown all on their own. Terrific T°s is another children's children's program where participants participants can design or follow follow a pattern creating cartoon characters or dynamite dynamite dinosàurs. With the arrival of spring, the Easter holiday isn't far behind. Let your child design their own patchwork Easter Egg. Fam- 1 ily members are welcome. The YWCA is also taking names for interested participants participants for line dancing. If you nave any interests that the YWCA has not offered, please give them a call. All registration for programs must be done in advance. Phone or come into the YWCA office at 133 Church St., Bowmanville or call 623- 9922. A report containing staff recommendations on proposed proposed changes to the Durham Durham Regional Official Plan was released to the regional planning committee last week. Regional Chairman Gary Herrema emphasized that the new Official Plan is an exciting and challenging document that, when followed, followed, will enhance the lifestyle lifestyle of the residents of the Region of Durham economically, economically, environmentally and socially. He said that he looked forward to unveiling the Plan to the public for their discussion in 1991. Committee chairperson Marie Hubbard said tne Official Official Plan provides a vision to guide long-term growth ànd development within the Region with emphasis on the management of growth, protection of the environment, environment, provision of adequate housing and creation of job opportunities. She indicated, that she is delighted that the document is now in front of the planning planning committee and looks forward to discussing it with the committee and making recommendations in due course to Regional Council. Planning vice chairperson chairperson Irv Harrell said the official official plan review process is evolving in an appropriate manner, and the next move is for the committee to finalize finalize steps for.- the consideration^ consideration^ the ft ; He saiir that thjb' is "optimistic "optimistic that the committee will reach its objective of making recommendations to Regional Council on the Official Official Plan. He urges the public public to participate in the process process and to contact staff of the Regional Planning Department Department if they wish to address address the committee. Chairperson Hubbard noted that the planning committee has tabled the recommendation to adopt the plan until April 1991. The public will be advised advised of the exact date and time of the meeting_ when the committee makes its recommendations recommendations to Regional Council. In the meantime, arrangements arrangements will be made for the public to make deputations deputations to the planning committee committee to provide any new information in addition to the iepu- that already received by committee in previous at 1991 NISSAN MICRA 1991 NISSAN STANZA *7,47ftW5 *13,990* from only OUR VALUE LEADER ^Ti 60 3> Up, obsrr?' 1991 MAXIMA GXE LUXURY and PERFORMANCE 5 «22,490* NOW $ from only m 5 Passenger comfort with sports car performance. 1991 HARD BODY 7,990* pick " ups $ 1 PRE-DELIVERY EXPENSE ($590) TAXES, LICENCE EXTRA, ALL INCENTIVES ASSIGNED TO DEALER, NISSAN SKRV1NG THE DURHAM REGION SINCE 1960 If l*m not protecting your house perhaps you should have DEAD BOLTS INSTALLED >/x N.V %v\ 0 * SPECIAL $CQ95 Deadbolts WH Reg. $75.95 LOCKSMITH V^. 6-16/91 FAST MOBILE SERVICE Commercial and Residential Call today! 623-1021 tations and submissions. The staff-recommended plan is the result of an extensive extensive public participation process which was undertaken undertaken as part of the review of the Durham Regional Official Official Plan. Public meetings were held in each area municipality, municipality, hundreds of submissions submissions have been received and reviewed, and over 70 deputations have been heard by the committee. The report, containing staff recommendations on the proposed changes to the Durham Regional Official Plan, is available for inspec- Week Honors Big Sisters Help Big Sisters N.O.W (Newcastle/Oshawa/Whitby) celebrate the importance of friendships by participating in Big Sisters Week, February February 11-17. The theme (created by a 10-year-old girl on the waiting waiting list for a Big Sister) will be: "Please have a big heart for a little Valentine." You can participate in the week by dropping by the Big Sister display at the Whitby Mall on February 12, arty time between 1 and 8 p.m. You can also visit the new Big Sister office at 179 King St. East in Oshawa during their open house celebration celebration on February T4 between between 3 and 7p.m. Staff^ and! Big arid Little sisters/buddiès will be enjoying enjoying a winter celebration at Camp Samac on February 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The final event will be an aerobic class for 10 big and little sisters at The Club (57 Simcoe St. S., Oshawa) from 12:30 to 1 p.m. on February Big Sisters N.O.W. supports supports 55 active matches, which includes Big Sisters, Little Sisters/Buddies, Special Special Friends and Teen Moms. However, 42 Little' Sisters are still anxiously waiting for a match with a BigSister. Give a child/teen the gift of friendship and give Big Sisters a call at 436-0951. tion at the Regional Planning Planning Department, the office of the Regional Clerk, the Clerk's Office in each Area Municipality and public libraries. libraries. The report can also be purchased from the Regional Regional Planning Department. Department. Furthermore, a display showing the recommended changes will be available for inspection from January 29 to Februaiy 8, excluding Saturday and Sunday, during during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the Regional Planning Planning Department. Staff of the Regional Planning Department Department will be available to assist the public. Keith and Doris Barkley of Peterborough would like to wish their first grandchild, Nicole Renée, a very happy 1st birthday on February 17th. Nicole is the daughter of Brenda Soper and Raymond Barkley of Ear Falls, Ont. 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