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Features and Comments, Wednesday, April 20,1994 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville 15 Seat Belt Awareness Campaign Takes Aim at Stubborn Drivers Ontario's spring seat belt campaign campaign which began Saturday, April 16, is targeting the province's one million drivers and passengers who still don't buckle up despite overwhelming overwhelming evidence that seat belts save lives. "We are determined to make our roads the safest in North America and reduce the $9 billion annual cost of collisions," said Transportation Minister Gilles Pouliot. "To reach our goal we have to convince all road users to wear their seat belts each and every time they get in their vehicle." Ministry statistics show typical drivers who refuse to buckle up are younger males, people who drive old vehicles, people who drive frequently, frequently, and drivers who have had other convictions or collisions. "It's hard to imagine there are that many people ' willing to endanger themselves - willing to take risks on the road," said Pouliot. This spring's campaign runs until April 30th. Throughout the campaign, campaign, police forces across the province province will help raise public awareness by stepping up enforcement. Drivers who do not buckle up will receive two demerit points against their driving record as well as a $90 fine. Unbuckled passengers over the age of 16 will also receive a $90 fine and drivers are responsible for ensuring ensuring passengers under the age of 16 are properly buckled or secured in child safety seats. "The introduction of demerit points is designed to provide further deterrent for those hard-core nonusers nonusers who aren't motivated to buckle up by safety concerns," Pouliot said. Ontario's seat belt usage of 84 per cent is below the national average of 88 per cent. In Newfoundland, Saskatchewan Saskatchewan and Quebec, where demerit demerit points are levied against drivers convicted of not wearing a seat belt, the average usage rate has reached 95 per cent. The province is hoping for similar results. Folks intent on getting a deal sorted carefully through tables piled high with clothing, potted plants, )ooks, baked goods and housewares galore at St. Paul's Buck-a-Bag and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 16th. Shoppers packed the church hall early at 10 a.m. to snap up the baked goods. The crowds were )ack again at noon for the buck-a-bag sale. Funds raised in the semi-annual event go to the church fund. :f : ; mm lie 1| Bi ! lH 1111 HUMS AND MILLIONS... For close to 20 years, millions have "Pitched-In, " collecting millions of tonnes of garbage. Thisyear, for the first time,people across Ontario will head outdoors May 2-8 to "Pitch-In for conservation, " à program ofthe Ontario Federation of4 nglers unit IIilnters?Gall-705-27.Z^Sl PO «I Kodak ^CAMERAS Roots ONTARIO FEDERATION OF ANGLERS & HUNTERS wear Armed Robbery in Ajax Crime Stoppers and the Durham Regional Police Robbery Squad are asking for the Public's help in solving solving an Armed Robbery which occurred occurred in Ajax on Saturday, February 26th. At 10:25 p.m. two suspects entered entered the Petro Canada gas station at 1 Westney Road North and confronted confronted the male attendant who was counting counting stock. The one suspect was in possession of a black semi automatic handgun and struck it into the victim's victim's back and forced him to open the cashier's till. After the robbers got the money, the second male suspect suspect grabbed the victim and struck him twice in the face, knocking him to the ground. Both suspects then fled the kiosk, leaving the victim lying on the floor. - Suspect #1, with the gun, is de- cr*rîVu*H qc mal** WqpV purlxz OfVc A 1 - 6'2" tall, short shaved hair at sides with short dreadlocks on top. His face was unshaven and he was wearing wearing a 3/4 length black leather jacket and black jeans. Suspect #2 was male, black, early 20's, wearing mustard coloured pants and white Fila running shoes. Crime Stoppers is asking anyone with information on this robbery or any other serious crime to call. As a caller you will not be asked to identify identify yourself or have to go to Court. A Cash Reward of up to $1000 is being offered if your information leads to an arrest. The Crime Stoppers phone num- F 436-8477 that's 436-TIPS Sergeant Grant Arnold is the coordinator coordinator with the Durham Regional Crime Stoppers and writes this article Buck-a-Baa Sale Held at St. Paul's Church Pet of the Week Dusty lovsg to run around and play; but will sit still politely to shake a pav f 0 r visitors. A large shepherd mix, Dusty will enjoy a yard. Si e j s quiet and is between one and two years of age. Amiral Shelter 683-7651 S^nsored by: UNICIPAUTY OF I ^latinqton NTARIO HOROSCOPES April 24-30 ARIES - March 21/April 20 Don't give in when you know you're right. Listen to the other side of the story, but hold your ground. An event you were looking forward to turns out to be a disappointment. New romance is likely this weekend. Avoid stretching the truth as you could end up looting foolish. TAURUS - April 21/May 21 The main emphasis of the week will be on work. Your very large workload workload may become overwhelming. But by the week's end you'll feel a sense of accomplishment. A love relationship is going well. Express your feelings to a loved one. Education will play a role this week. GEMINI - May 22/June 21 Concentrate on household chores while you have the extra time. Privacy will be an issue at home. You can figure out a logical solution to make everyone happy. New romance is likely. A Leo of the opposite sex will catch your eye. Proceed with caution. CANCER - June 22/July 22 With a bit of patience, differences can be worked out with a loved one. Unfortunately, you'll have to do most of the work, but it will be worth it for you in the long run. You'll feel a sense of personal satisfaction satisfaction in the end. Indulge in a favorite hobby this weekend. LEO - July 23/August 23 You may have to give up a social engagement in order to finish work projects. This may be frustrating, but you'll be glad you finished the job. This is a lucky week, so enter any contests that come your way. Even though you hate details, it's important important to pay attention to them. VIRGO-Aug-24/Scpt 22 Don't take on too many tasks at once. Quality will suffer if you don't concentrate concentrate fully on each job. A Libran associate will come to you for professional professional advice. Think of any contacts who could help out this person. Something you hear on the news has an impact on your life in some way. LIBRA-Sept 23/Oct 23 A good time for interviews and making making positive impressions. Your Libran charm is at a peak now and you will have no problem selling yourself to influential people. It's also a good time for correspondence and communications of any kind. Just when you think things arc going great, they get even better! Enjoy! SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 A crisis at work will work in your favor. You'll be able to prove your worth. A promotion could be the final result. A friend will come to you with a tale of woe. Put yourself in their shoes before giving any advice. This is a good time for making making large purchases. SAGITTARIUS -Nov 23/Dec 21 If your romantic partner does something something that you disagree with, it's 1 important to voice your opinion. Otherwise, you will end up feeling resentful. A financial windfall comes your way at a very good time. Your help will be called upon to organize an important function. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Don't complain about a situation you can control. If you're not happy, do something to make a change. Otherwise, grin and bear it. An old friend will get in touch and tell you some good news. You'll be happy for this person. Gossiping could lead you to an embarrassing scene. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 A very active week! You'll have to juggle several projects at once to stay on top of things. Your somewhat-zany somewhat-zany personality will be appreciated appreciated by a fellow Aquarian. Social activities will be just as busy as work. A strong love attachment may begin to develop this week. PISCES-Feb 19/March 20 This will be a very happy and lighthearted lighthearted week. Problems will seem to disappear as you take off with an adventurous friend to an interesting place. You'll be exposed to a new form of entertainment or a new hobby. You may even decide to change your career path.- YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK The next 12 months: Something very meaningful and profound will happen in your life this year. You will feel like you have a more important purpose in life. Extensive travel is likely this year. You may decide to pack up and move to a different part of the country. country. A long-term problem will be resolved with a large effort on your part. This will open many doors for you. Your only regret will be the fact that you waited so long to make the change. You shouldn't have many problems with finances this year. If, however, you arc planning to make a large investment, seek the advice of a professional first. FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY CLUES ACROSS 1. 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