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RIDE Spot Checks Stop 3,545 Drivers On First Weekend Durham Regional Police officers in the Reduce Impaired Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) campaign were kept busy during this past weekend weekend by stopping 3,545 vehicles. vehicles. Not all of them were handed handed the small coupon booklets and waved on. Some lost their licences. Police say the drivers of 77 vehicles were given roadside roadside breath tests. Of these, 14 received 12-hour suspensions and seven were charged with driving over 80 mgs. During the weekend, five impaired drivers were arrested arrested and charged by officers on regular patrols. There was at least one motor vehicle collision collision that involved an impaired impaired driver. Clarington residents who drove by the Bowmanville Zoo on Friday night were greeted by the RIDE officers. Other municipalities where drivers were flagged over included included Oshawa, Whitby and Ajax. During the first weekend campaign, the RIDE officers charged two people for possession possession of narcotics. Also, three others were charged for being in a stolen car which pulled up in one of the spot checks. The 12 people who were arrested and charged with drinking/driving offences had their licences suspended for 90 days. The RIDE program will continue until after New Year's Day. sham a âttk Moonûgfit Magic mtâ us. ^ \ tëraplpte Œea &oom & êtft IHjoppe invites you to Join us for a SpecialChristmas *1ea ^ÿîMAS^>, ^Beginning at 5p.m. throughout the evening. Silt your traditional favourites as Wellas the Qraulyn's orm special tea sandwiches. m Jour choice of Mot Cider or a Tot of Tiping Mot Tea $8.95 adults, $4.50 per child,I 43 Ontario St., ToWmanvilk \ g L lbes. - Thurs. 10 - 6; Fri. 10 - 9; Sat. 10 - 6; Sun. noon - 5 , Tor more information phase call (90S) 697-261$ X* Pet of the Week Otis is a nine- month-old collie-mix. This gentle and friendly dog needs a loving family and a place to call home. Please, call the Animal Shelter if you have room for him. - Pet Friendly Tip: Antifreeze is very attractive to pets and it can be deadly if they drink it. Remember to dispose of antifreeze carefully. Animal Shelter 623-7651 Sponsored by: MUNICIPALITY OF (j/flrinqton ONTARIO ©J.P. The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, December 4, 1996 3 Rotary Club Completes Its Local Job Inventory Continued from Page 1 "That poses a huge problem," problem," Kennedy told Rotarians. "How do we provide work experience for all 1426 students at BBS" and those students at other schools? This is where Max may prove invaluable. Ruth Sorely said the high schools hope to integrate the program into next year's "Take Our Kids to Work Day" for grade nine students. Chuck Kennedy congratulated congratulated the Rotary Club for their efforts and said the MAX database database will help bridge the gap between school and work. In recognition of his outstanding outstanding vocational service, the NC School Board presented a plaque to Rotarian Doug Park whose tenacity and determination determination was instrumental in seeing the computer job bank project to completion. It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas Rob Hutchinson (foreground) and Dana Devolin were making the season green for downtown Bowmanville shoppers last week by stringing a fresh cedar garland on storefronts all along King Street. The garland is courtesy of the Bowmanville Downtown Downtown Business Improvement Area, which holds its annual Moonlight Magic event this Friday, December 6th, to kick off extended Christmas shopping hours downtown. Celebration in Downtown Bowmanville Friday Night Moonlight Magic Those hoping for a good seat in the bleachers at Friday night's community treelighting treelighting ceremony in downtown downtown Bowmanville should arrive arrive early. If past Moonlight Magic events are any indication, a big crowd will be on hand for the festivities which take place at the comer of King and Temperance St. Prior to the ceremony, you can catch the bell ringers' choir in front of the Bank of Montreal at 7:00 p.m. At 7:15 the tree lighting ceremony begins with carol singing by everyone in attendance. attendance. Rev. Hugh Donnolly of St. Andrew's Church will bring the Christmas message and Clarington Mayor Diane Hamre will throw the switch to officially light the downtown downtown Christmas tree which is beside the Bank of Montreal. "Santa Claus has promised to try to make an appearance," appearance," adds Garth Gilpin, of the Downtown Bowmanville Business Improvement Area. Saint Nick will stick around to stroll through downtown ABIT ORMING SIM JHU Wffswei iï | AT SPRUCE VIEW ACRES MANVERS 4TH LINE ... PONTYPOOL Friday, Dec. 6th, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7th, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8th, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Celebrate Winter with a New Wardrobe Sée our Winter Coats, Jackets, Tweed Suits, Dresses, Separates, Vests ... and lots of Accessories. FOR FUN, CASUAL, NO PRESSURE SHOPPING... JOIN US! Clearing for Top Canadian Designers and Manufacturers All prices approximately Wholesale or less! fflJ.P.KÏ and meet all his friends after the ceremony. "All of the friendly merchants merchants in downtown Bowmanville Bowmanville will be open to welcome welcome visitors, offering hospitality in the form of cookies, cider and juice," adds Gilpin Shopkeepers will also be offering children a special sticker fun sheet featuring '.'Christmas with thc^Bcars." Two horse•> and Wagon teams will be offering free rides. Just listen for the sleigh bells and flag them down! Carollcrs from Durham Christian High will entertain, starting at 7:30 p.m. This event is being held, in conjunction with the Bowmanville Bowmanville Museum Open House which takes place Friday Friday evening and Saturday. It also marks the start of extending Christmas shopping shopping hours in the downtown. Hours are: 9 to 9 Monday to Friday; 9 to 5 on Saturday; and 12 to 5 on Sunday (at participating stores). Santa Claus will be listening listening to wishes every Saturday Carollers Wanted Everyone is invited to join a procession of carollcrs to the four corners of downtown Bowmanville Friday night to help launch the Christmas season in Clarington. The torchlight carolling will be part of Die Moonlight Magic event. Those wishing to participate participate should meet at St. Paul's United Church at the corner of Church St. and Silver Silver St., at about 6:30 p.m. Candles will be handed out and, after a few warm-up tunes, llic group will proceed to the tree-lighting ceremony at the corner of King St. and Temperance St. around 7 p.m. Deaths McNAUL - William McTaggart, at the Oshawa General Hospital on Monday, December 2, 1996. Bill, In Ills 80th year, beloved husband of Audrey. Loving father of Robert of Kingston, Diane and husband Robert Olajos, of Glenburnle, Ontario. Fondly remembered by grandchildren Jeffrey, Jennifer, Allison, Andrew and Ryan and three great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Mary Partridge, of Kingston. Relatives and friends wore received at the McIntosh- Anderson Funeral Homo Ltd., 152 King St. E„ Oshawa (433- 5550) from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday. A sorvlco and committal was hold In the chapel on Wednesday, December 4, 1996 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Orono Cemetery. Donations In memory of Bill to the Klngsvlow United Church or l-loart and Stroke Foundation would bo appreciated by Ills family. until December 21 at the Bank of Montreal from 10 a.m. to noon, and again from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Children can have their photos taken for $3, which includes a special Christmas frame. Proceeds go to the Salvation Army. Free parking in the downtown downtown begins seven days before before Christmas. r SAVE AN-ADDITIONAL $1.00 WITH THIS COUPON PORTRAIT SPECIAL Reg. $9.95 NOW ONLY $ 4.95 1- 8X10 2- 5X7 8-2X3 Photographer's Hours: Thurs. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ready for Christmas r* *Plus $3.48 Sitting Fee Per Person Thurs., Fri., Sat. - Dec. 5-6-7 Bowmanville Mall SAVE AN ADDITIONAL $1.00 WITH THIS COUPON 7# ^¥iat<viic f Downtown Bowmanville This Christmas enjoy friendly, personal service from die people you know ... the merchants of Bowmanville. You can park for free Friday evenings and all day Saturday and Sunday. Park all day for no charge on the 7 days prior to Christmas. FREE Gift Wrapping at most stores! Extended Store Hours Beginning Dec. 6 Mon. - Fri. 9 - 9; Sat. 9 - 5; Sun. 12 noon - 5 LPJ □rca ifgOgB Mfigi BOWMANVILLE 1IUSINI5SS CGNTR13 OJ.P.