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"I had to go to the Town because the land where the Visual Arts Centre is located is technically owned by the Town," said sculptor Tony Cooper. Mr. Cooper told Newcastle Newcastle Council he has already had a few meetings with people people in the Community Services Services Department and they have discussed requirements such as insurance. Bate, the president of Deluxe Taxi, cites hard times as a reason to limit the number of taxi companies operating in the Town of Newcastle. "Our existing three companies companies namely: Deluxe, ABC and Bowmanville arc experiencing experiencing bad times as many other companies are in tit is recession year, which is lasting lasting longer than anticipated," she wrote. "It will take us, the town, province and llie country country two to five years to recover recover from these hard times.." Town Councillors voted to refer the matter to the by-law enforcement officer. A report will be prepared for the General General Purpose and Administration Administration Committee. OSHAWA -- The investigation into the shooting of a part-time Brinks guard and a robbery at Knob Hill Farms Food Terminal has ended with the charging of four suspects. Charged with first degree murder, robbery, disguise with intent, use of a firearm in the commission of a criminal offense, possession over $1,000 and aggravate assault arc: Dennis C. Smysniuk 39 of 16 Cowan Ave., Kurds K. Schweir, 29 of 224 Gamble Ave., and Wayne K. Judge, 28, of 225 Main St., all of Toronto. John S. Faulds, 39 of 89 Lemuel St., in Thamesvillc, is charged with robbery. A woman was also charged in the raid on homes last week which brought the invesdgation on the robbery to an end. Lyn Ross, 37, was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking narcotics. Durham Regional Police found heroin and cocaine valued at $40,000 in the home she and Mr. Smysniuk shared. The four men were remanded into custody until Thursday, Feb. 13. Richard Bridgman, aged 31 was shot and killed during the robbery at Knob Hill Farms Food Terminal in Oshawa on Dec. 14. OSHAWA -- Oshawa Mayor Nancy Diamond and her council have decided to revamp Oshawa's economic strategy. To help die council deal with the revamping, an economic development task force has been formed to court new businesses to Oshawa. "This advisory council, will seek ways to encourage new businesses and industries geared to the future needs of a world economy, encouraging investments in new technologies, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation," Mayor Diamond said recently. Some of the areas which have been suggested as ways to diversify industry have been noted. They include courting companies which specialize in 1) computers and electronics; 2) instrumentations such as engineering and optical firms; 3) health and medical sciences in x-ray and biological areas; and 4) communications and telecommunications. These ideas come from Vince Vincent, a planning and engineering expert at Durham College who sits on the task force. IM PORT PERRY -- Chicken and diary farnitw from as far away as Peterborough rallied • outside of the Biacksto.ck Recreation Centre last week. The farmers had gathered to express their views on the current GATT (General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade) talks in Geneva. The target of their remarks was federal Agriculture Minister Bill McKnight, guest speaker at the Blackstock Lions Club Farmers Night on Feb. 5. The farmers said they are concerned about their industry and what could happen if the GATT agreement moves to "tariffication" and away from supply management. As it is, Canadian farmers are protected by Article 11 of GATT which allows them to operate under a supply management system, In this system they can operate in a supply and demand market while placing restrictions on gocxls imported from the United States and the European Economic Community. The group called on the federal minister to retain Article 11 as it is, and strengthen and define some of its sections. Mr. McKnight noted to the 200 present for the dinner that the success of supply management was due to the ability of the industries to adapt to the consumer's change in taste and habits over the past two years. TRUST COMPANY G.I.tVS RRSP17.50%J7.5Q% |1 YR. ■ 2 YR. *3/4 YR.||| 5 YR. j G.I.C. I 7.05% | 7.25%T7,80%|8.375% | WILLIS FINANCIAL 243 King St. E., Bowmanville Mall 623-6957 85 Kent St. W., Lindsay (705) 324-2572 Rates subject to change m "It's nearby... and it's free!" Help with your taxes is probably closer than you think. We're opening a temporary tax office right in your area! You can choose from a variety of forms, guides and pamphlets, or talk to us about your tax situation. If you have questions about any of your tax papers, bring them along. We'll be happy to give you the answers. The Oshawa Shopping Centre at Stevenson Road Monday, February 17 through April 30 Open: 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. WEEKDAYS 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. SATURDAYS NEED To KNOW SOMETHING ABOUT YoUR NeW COMMUNITY? Call 'Ok Sandra Yates 623-5873 Lynn Archambault 623-9775 Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful community information. Mr. Cooper told councillors councillors the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has already given permission to use the land, as long as there aren't "massive amounts of fill being used." CLOCA's concern is that the creek is not diverted or endangered by landowners. The idea for the building and placing of sculpture on the land at Soper Creek has been agreed upon by the directors directors of the Visual Arts Centre, said Mr. Cooper. Now, the only thing standing standing in the way of the artist and the work, is the Town's approval. One of Mr. Cooper's ideas is to build a double-sided wall which would act as a setting for other art pieces such as frescos. Currently, Mr. Cooper and a co-op student from Clarke High School are hoping to break ground for the project in late May. Ward Three Regional Councillor Ann Drcslinski asked that the matter be referred referred to Community Services Services Department for further examination. examination. Newcasde Council agreed Monday night to request dial the Community Services Department Department study the proposal. Mental Health Week in May May 3 to May 9 will be Mental Health Week in the Town of Newcastle. This declaration by the Town of Newcastle Council will coincide with the national national Mental Health Week. During that week, the "Durham Branch of the Canadian Canadian Mental Health Association Association will promote its various 1 services," writes Joan Skelton, Skelton, the president of the Durham Durham Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Red Cross Month Observed in Mar. The Town of Newcastle council voted to declare March 1992 Red Cross Month in the town. Correspondence from Ruth Wigmore requested the proclamation to facilitate the "bringing (of) information regarding the various Red Cross Services to the attention attention of the people of this community." Along with the declaration there will be a flag-raising during the first week of March. by Laura J. Richards She may be only five years old, but the will to get something done in her neighborhood is already there. Kaitlen Johnston, of Carrulhcrs Drive, Bowmanville, wrote to the Town of Newcastle council because she wants a playground in her neighborhood. Currently, there is a piece of land near her home that "is just an empty field," she said in a letter to Mayor Diane Ham re. The lot is "right beside â line of houses," houses," she explained in her letter. "A lot of kids would use it, " she added in refer ence to the playground. Town Councillors have sent Kaitlen's letter to the Community Services Department Department which is in charge of parks in the municipality. Mayor Hamre told councillors she was pleased to see "someone so young taking an interest." She also said that when she was asked about the letter being included in the agenda, she said to include the drawing drawing Kaitlen produced as well.. After all, Mayor Hamre said, "Everyone "Everyone should have the pleasure of seeing the picture she drew." Happy Birthday Canada system to help organizers when it comes down to talking talking with potential sponsors and seeking ideas. She also told councillors about another program which Tag Day for Hospital Aux. The Auxiliary to Memorial Memorial Hospital has been granted. permission to hold their annual annual Tag Day on May 8, 1992, by Town of Newcastle Council. The proceeds from this day arc to purchase equipment equipment for Memorial Hospital- Bowmanville, said Mary Fletcher' in a letter to Newcastle's Newcastle's town councillors. From Page One would recognize community volunteers. "We want to honour those volunteers who serve in exceptional exceptional ways," Ms Vale said. It is through the events organized organized for Canada 125 that people nominated will be considered for national awards towards the end of 1992 or early 1993. PM Arrives Friday Prime Minister Brian Mulroncy and his wife, Mila, will be visiting Newcastle Village on Valentine's Day. The Muironeys will be stopping at the Newcastle Village Village Community Hall at 6:30 p.m on Feb. 14. They will be joining Durham MP Ross Stevenson for a reception and an opportunity to meet local constituents. "This is an informal community event rather than a political party function, and we're encouraging people to dress casually," the MP stated. Light refreshments will be served. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister will be in Peterborough. Peterborough. Be the customer to bring in the 14th roll of film for developing on Friday, Feb. 14th and 5 Assorted Kodak Films RETAIL VALUE *35.00 lEffPBB! Our new address will be 84 Kins St. West facross from Home Hardware as of March 2ndJ e need to Clear All Wall and Floor rpramir Tilo We'd Rather Sell It Than Move It! 13" x 13" Top Quality Floor Tile 4 colours available Res. $4.25 sq. ft. 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