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The Clarington Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, December 3,1994 11 Council Passes Anti-Loitering By-Law 1 Food Bank Needs Help From page one noted that on Halloween night, not only were the Durham Regional Police Police out and about, but firefighters were also patrolling the streets. Supporting her was Clarington Fire Chief Michael Creighton. "The fire department assisted in patrolling. We were informed some youths were held but later released since no by-law existed," the Fire Chief said. Mayor Hamre added that, while Halloween night was the climax, problems have been escalating to the point that there are people who no longer go downtown after nightfall. nightfall. "Business owners have called to complain that they are losing business business at night," the mayor noted. "We've had complaints as many as four months ago," she added. "We have to emphasize the bylaw bylaw only affects those who are interfering interfering with traffic flow." The mayor went on to describe an incident that happened in Bow- manville's downtown core recently when several youths had climbed to a roof of a building to throw donuts at people. "People have to learn to respect everyone else," Mayor Hamre said. There was a brief discussion as to tabling the by-law until Inspector Jim Adams of the Durham Regional Police could discuss the matter with council. Ward One Regional Councillor Larry Hannah did not think that would be a good idea. "We're not breaking new ground here. This is prevention and we need to get it out there," Councillor Hannah Hannah said. "This by-law is not meant to impede impede people, but to help," he noted. Ward One Local Councillor Mary Novak added her support to the by-law. "This will be used as a deterrent," she said. Councillor Dreslinski added her most basic concern was with how the youth would react. "I am concerned that it could cause more friction between police and youth." She noted she was also thinking about where community policing fits in with this new by-law. On Tuesday morning, Inspector Jim Adams told The Statesman, this by-law will give the police teeth where they didn't have any before. "I can understand the councillors' councillors' concerns. They have legitimate concerns. "The by-law will assist with groups of persons causing mischief or acting in a disorderly way." The by-law won't infringe on rights guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights, he noted. A couple of examples were cited where this by-law could have come in handy over the past summer months. "We had several calls from residents residents in downtown Newcastle about youths hanging out in the core two to three o'clock in the morning." People will call, but they don't want to become involved further titan complaining about a problem. He said a month before Halloween Halloween a stockpile of jelly donuts was discovered on a roof of one of the buildings near the four-comers in Bowmanville. It is suspected that youths were the culprits. "They were getting them from a dumpster behind the Wavcrlcy Plaza Plaza and stockpiling them. "Four garbage bags of jelly donuts donuts were discovered. It seems that some people were preparing to use them." While the idea of using a jelly donut as a weapon may seem a bit comical, Inspector Adams said he would not want to be hit by a stale donut. As it was, there have been a few incidents when jelly donuts were smeared across store fronts in Bowmanville, Bowmanville, he said. Inspector Adams noted the bylaw bylaw is also for business owners who don't want people hanging around outside of their businesses. If an owner goes out and asks folks to move on, he or she may get told off. Telling a police officer off, is a different matter. "In Oshawa there is a similar bylaw bylaw and it has helped there. This advise people that they are in violation violation of a by-law. "So far, the police in Oshawa have not had to charge anyone." Inspector Adams added: "Hopefully "Hopefully we don't ever have to lay charges." However, if the local police have to, there is a by-law now in place to facilitate such a move. The majority of Clarington councillors councillors voted in favor of the by-law. Copies of the new loitering bylaw bylaw will be sent to all the school principals in the area for the information information of students. It will be sent out with the tax bills, too. Helping Hands Food Bank is in urgent need of donations for the holiday holiday season. The Courtice-bascd food bank has been serving the needs of Durham residents for more than two years. In this, it's third Christmas season, founder Sharon lies anticipates helping helping 500 families in our area - double those she assisted last year. Helping Hands is a non- denominational registered charity. All contributions collected in Durham Durham go directly to helping those in need in our area. Receipts for income tax purposes will be provided for cash donations. Gifts of non-perishable canned goods can be dropped off at: Grandview Grandview IGA, Grandview and Bloor; Knob Hill Farms, Oshawa; Glamour Shots, Oshawa Centre; Nudex Nails, Mid-Town Mall; Harvey's Restaurant, Restaurant, King St. E., Courtice; and Red Lobster, King St. W., Oshawa. Throughout the year, Helping Hands is able to operate with the generous generous assistance of Kentucky Fried Chicken and Cutrara's Fruit Market. However, at this time of year, funds are urgently needed for the purchase of Christmas turkeys. Those able to afford a cash donation should contact Sharon at 433-2471. gives an officer the opportunity to Christian Schools Bazaar From page one and other, refreshments including pickled herring or sausages in the gymnasium. While in the gym, they can also view the merchandise donated donated for the evening's auction. Thanks to the generosity of hundreds hundreds of local merchants, farmers, builders, realtors and other members of the business community, the auction auction offers something for everybody. While the list of donations is a long one, items range from furniture and appliances to hand-crafted birdhouses birdhouses and vouchers, for pizza and haircuts. haircuts. The bazaar and auction are an excellent excellent place for Christmas shopping. shopping. The money raised from the bazaar bazaar helps lower the costs of tuition at both the Christian elementary school and Christian high school. "Independent schools like ours are not funded by the province," Hel- mus explains. . The schools are funded entirely by parents, donations from supporters supporters and fund-raising. The bazaar and auction are held annually on the first Saturday of December. December. FOREVER ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES Nov. 30th - 10 a.m. - 5 108 King Street East Bowmanville (across from the Legion) Some items presently in stock are: A spinning wheel, washstand, 1890's jug basin set,' a unique rifle showcase, sideboard, collectors plates, Cobalt blue glass and much more. (g) Everyone Welcome Gift Ideas SALE RUNS UNTIL DECEMBER 10, 1994 Saturday, December 10th FREE COFFEE and DONUTS Kids! Visit Santa between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. and receive a FREE Goodie Bag at Orono store only 1 n I FW ™ ALL STORE J MERCHANDISE while quantities last SALE and NON SALE Pop Case of 24 Assorted Varieties • case Child's Riding Breeches , v c vM. ajO Icelandic Ice or Trail Socks reg. $8.99 . v d pair Tefal Ultra Glide Iron à 41 p=i77' Compare at V if f- // ü ü $69.99 * Wild Bird ^ Block Place directly on ground for easy access, a ^ 20 lbs. 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