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by Laura J. Richards The former MPP for Durham East is still deciding if he wants to get involved with municipal politics. "I'll probably decide in September," September," Sam Curcatz told The Statesman Statesman on Monday morning, Aug. 22. Cureatz said he would cither seek the Ward Three regional seat or go for the position of mayor if he decides decides to enter the municipal council race. "Like many people, I want to get the summer over and get my eldest son off to university before I decide on my second career in politics." One of the reasons he is seriously considering rejoining the political scene is his belief that there isn't any "professional" representation on Clarington council. "There is no one with a profession profession on council," Cureatz stated. He feels that, as a lawyer, he could provide a different point of view -- that of a business owner and entrepreneur, Cureatz said. "I am now in the real world of free enterprise system," he said. He noted that, of those sitting on Fifth Meeting for 4-H Sheep Club On August 2,- 1994 the Durham East Sheep Club held a meeting for the fifth time at Leader Jim Coombcs' house. We opened the meeting with the 4-H pledge. The minutes were read and our roll call "Name on way in which feeding a young lamb is different than feeding an adult sheep" was finished. Jim lead the club in two games that were enjoyed by all. We enjoyed lamb burgers burgers and hot dogs complements of Jim. When all the food was gone we sat down to do our quiz. We went over the answers and had a marshmallow marshmallow roast. Dianne Bowman thanked Jim for the treat. Our next meeting will be at Skinners on Tuesday, Tuesday, August 23 at 7:30. Katharine Found Durham East Sheep Club Press Reporter Clarington Council, two are GM employees, one works for Ontario Hydro, two are full-time councillors, councillors, one is retired from his business, business, and one sells insurance for a life insurance company. "I am part of the business community community that hires people. I think that perspective should be on council," Cureatz said. Not only does Cureatz have his provincial career behind him, but he has also been involved with the Newcastle Lions Club, the Orono Masonic Lodge, the Orono Athletic Association and, of course, the provincial provincial and federal Conservative Party organization. Curcatz has also been called on to serve in an executive capacity to get the Durham SL John Ambulance organization "up and running." He is also Deputy Judge in the Small Claims Court Division. "This has given me a flavor of what problems people are currently dealing with," Cureatz noted. As he looks at the choices he has, Cureatz said on Monday morning, he has the political experience to "give Clarington a voice on the regional regional level." Cureatz feels he could do the job of either mayor or regional councillor councillor without giving up his law practice. practice. And that is important to him as well. Cureatz added that one of the issues issues he is keen to see handled by the next council is that of having an in- house lawyer. He noted the municipality spent close to $500,000 on legal fees last year. He suggests that, except for extremely extremely "specialized" cases, an in- house lawyer who is a member of municipal staff could do the job which is currently handled by a Toronto Toronto law firm. Cureatz will make his final decision decision in September. But, it looks as though he is leaning towards jumping jumping onto the campaign trail. with Elizabeth Belanger-Linkletter CTC Well folks it seems like only yesterday that I was telling you about those lazy hazy days of summer. In the last week we have had a bit of nip in the air and it has seemed more like October than August. There have been a number of people in to get NEW brochures and with the new fall season comes a myriad of changes in the travel business. have to add on will be Canadian air tax, foreign air tax, and GST if applicable. This will mean that now you will KNOW how much your holiday will cost. The price may seem higher at first, but remember there should not be much to add on. The other thing to keep in mind is the drop in ■ our dollar against the U.S. dollar. Most of the tour companies have gone to what is called ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING, not to be confused with an all inclusive inclusive holiday. Do a comparison, you will find that the new brochures are much easier to read and will make it more convenient to plan that special holiday. All inclusive pricing will eliminate most of the taxes that you have been accustomed to seeing and trying to add up. The only taxes that you will If you have travel tips that you want to share in this column, column, call Blessings Travel Centre. 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John Sautner and Rose-Marie Conway made a presentation on behalf of the TD Bank Bowman- ville, and Kirk Kemp of the Bow- manville Lions Club also presented presented Suzanne with a cheque and words of encouragement. One of those who greeted MacLean at Memorial Hospital was Donna English, whose late husband, Merv, was given a second second chance at life through a dou- ; ble lung transplant. "We had six years together that we wouldn't have had if it weren't for the transplant." Merv English led a productive life after the operation, speaking to groups about his experience and returning to the working world. Before the transplant, he was on a waiting list for four months. And afterwards, when his body One eventually rejected the lungs, he knew his name would never go on the list again. "They couldn't consider giving giving him a second transplant when there were so many others waiting waiting for the first time," explains Donna English. She speaks of the need for families to openly discuss their wishes about organ donations. It shouldn't be an emergency room doctor who first raises the issue, she stresses. No matter how tactfully or diplomatically the doctor phrases the request, à family is Usually too shocked to agree, unless the person's wishes have been made known previously. Canadians can help Suzanne's miracle happen by signing their donor cards and talking about the issue with their family. They can also make a contribution to The Kidney Foundation of Canada to further research and treatment of kidney patients. Pet of the Week Worried that you'll be lonely when the kids head off to school next month? One of these mischievous little kittens will be pleased to gel underfoot or just keep you company in the months ahead. Scrap and Taffy aren't too keen on sharing a cage at the Animal Shelter and arc quite anxious for homes. Animal Shelter 623-7651 Sponsored by: /7\* MUNICIPALITY OF rjlarirufton ONTARIO The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, Augustl?, 1994 3 "Discover Clarington" Contest to Promote Culture and Recreation Clarington residents will have a chance to win over $350 in prizes this fall just by stepping out into their community. The Leisure Services Committee of the municipality's Community Services Department has come up with a "Discover Clarington Contest" Contest" to promote the area's cultural and recreational venues. Participants can pick up a passport passport after September 6th at any of the eleven non-profit organizations featured in the contest. The eleven locations are: Clarington Clarington Fitness Centre, Y.W.C.A., Visual Arts Centre, Ganaraska Region Region Conservation Authority, Community Community Care, Big Brothers of Clarington, Clarington, Darlington Provincial Park, Bowmanville Museum, Newcastle Family Connection, Clarington Public Public Library, and the Clarke Museum and Archives. Passport stickers will be given out at each of the locations. "Once you have collected a minimum minimum of six stickers, your completed passport, with name, address and phone number, can be dropped off at any of the locations," says Scott Rose of the Recreation Department. "It will be entered in a draw to win one of four draw prizes." Entries must be received by Friday, Friday, October 21st, 1994. The draw will be held on Sun day, October 30th at the Clarke Museum's Museum's Harvest Halloween event. "People just need to visit the location, location, they don't have to participate in the activities. They just have to walk in the door.We want to create a greater awareness of these particular particular organizations." One of the benefits to the organizations organizations is financial, Rose says, but the other aspect is more social. Residents Residents will discover places in the neighborhood where they can spend time, volunteer and get involved. The Grand Prize in the contest includes includes a day pass to the Bowmanville Bowmanville Zoo, a Library golf umbrella, a family pass to the Ganaraska Conservation Conservation Area, a family membership membership to the Visual Arts Centre, and a Y.W.C.A. membership for mother and child. 1st prize includes a Good Neighbor's Neighbor's sweatshirt, vehicle day-use pass for Darlington Provincial Park and a family day-pass to Orono Cat World. 2nd Prize includes a Cream of Barley t-shirt and a family swim pass to the Clarington Fitness Centre. 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