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22 The Clarington/Courtice Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, December 7, 1996 :• ■ Wwb ■ , ém 1 ' ,, I®»» " '■ i z/ y'-' , ÿ; r ' : rr'/.-.y//,.'//-.-./'.vs, wÆ/Zmfàw ' ■ y ' ■ BHS Collects Winter Coats for Needy Families St. Francis of Assisi Parish The season of Advent is upon us, and Children's Liturgy classes at St. Francis of Assisi Parish are more exciting than ever. During classes in the upcoming upcoming weeks, children will journey journey into the Christmas season through many class activities. At both the 7:00 Saturday night and 11:00 Sunday morning morning classes, you will find colourful colourful stories, plenty of songs, games and crafts for all children children between the ages of 3 and grade 2. The children's offera- tory of non-perishable food items will also continue during this time. On Saturday, December 7, the Knights of Columbus have planned a social evening for all Knights and their wives. They are also hosting a New Year's Eve dance for all parish members members and their friends. Ticket information for the dance is available through Paul Scott at 987-5420. Also on Saturday, December 7, parishioners will have the opportunity to select a child's bell from the St. Vincent de Paul 'Christmas Tree of Gifts'. Each bell will feature the age and sex of the child you've chosen to buy for. Unwrapped gifts and non-perishable food donations may be returned to the parish by December 15. Afterwards, Afterwards, Christmas hampers will be put together. The parish is looking for a member capable of tuning our piano so it may be used for Sunday Liturgies. If you know of someone who can help, please contact Fr. Randy at 987-5446. . We are also still trying to find a parent that attends 11:00 Mass to instruct some Children's Children's Liturgy classes in the New Year. Your assistance would be required approximately approximately every 4 weeks, and sometimes even less often. If you'd like to help out, please contact Betty at 987-3127. Congratulations are extended to the two newest members of our Christian Community. Both Elash Hinds (child of John and Pauline), and Ashley Georgi (child of Nash and Naj- wa) were baptized on November November 24. Farm News Barbara Weese, Rural Community Community Advisor in Port Perry, has retired as of October 31st after a 29 year career with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Barbara started her work as a Home Economist in Renfrew County in 1967. She has also worked in Thunder Bay and Bowmanville, and for the past four years in Port Perry. Her position changed to Rural Organization Organization Specialist in 1983 and then to Rural Community Advisor in 1993. The Bowmanville High School homeroom class of Mr. Forward and Mrs. Michalej- ko organized a school-wide collection of winter coats for needy families. The drive netted over a dozen bags of every kind of coat. They ranged from snowsuits for kids to ski jackets for adults. All coats will be distributed in time for Christmas by the Salvation Salvation Army. Grass-Cutting Blows Budget FRANK Clarington's elected officials officials learned Monday that the cost of cutting grass on municipal municipal property was $47,856 over budget. A report to the General Purpose and Administration Committee on Monday, Dec. 2, from the Works Department Department Director, Stephen Yokes, says the overall grass- cutting cost in 1996 was $197,437. This is 32 per i i PETER KOWAL Real Estate Limited Broker 152 King St. W., Bowmanville Phone: (905) 623-2453 Fax: (905) 623-0136 SERVING BOWMANVILLE AND AREA SINCE 1955 The Little Office That's Big on Service k Perfect Starter Home! NOW PRICED AT $112,900. Brick and alum, semi with garage. Clean and attractively attractively decorated home - quick closing available. Call for appt. today. 623-2453. cent more than what had been allowed in the budget. Sixteen additions in the areas areas of service and two changes changes in the level of service were cited as reasons for the higher costs. The price tag was $47,856 over budget The report was met with disbelief from the Ward Three Regional Councillor Ann Dreslinski. "I find this'distressing that the Works Department decided decided to go over budget by 30 per cent," she stated. She wanted to know if staff was in the habit of making making decisions such as this without notifying the council. Public Works Director Stephen Yokes replied: "I believe believe councillors were aware of the number of phone calls and complaints" regarding the grass cutting. Councillor Dreslinski pointed to the fact that there were several additions to the contract and said, "this isn't one or two, but this is a major error." iFRAMf! 234 King Street East, Bowmanville irminni (90S) 623-3393 SNOWMOBILE FROM YOUR FRONT DOORI NEW HOME WITH W/O BASEMENT Spotless 3 + 2 bedroom raised bungalow on Located on super court In Bowmanville. 4 a beautiful big lot (100' x 100' approx.), bedroom, 1,680 sq. ft. home with main Nicely finished walkout basement, newer windows and doors. Triple car garage with hew roof/soffit and fascia and 60 amp service. service. All newer plumbing, nice 10' x 25' deck at back. New septic system In 1994. 25 • - - - ■ 'skii floor laundry and family room, 2 car garage. Asking $166,900. 3 bedroom home with a finished walkout basement (approx. 1,500 sq. ft.) and 2 car garage. Asking $155,900. Choice of carpet and cabinets, etc. minutes to Oshawa, Asking $129,500. For more info call Terry Witherspoon* 623-3393 or 983-8296. Councillor Pat Pingle noted noted she had "no problem with the decision." However, she wondered out loud if the next year's contract could be sent out for tendering. The councillors ended their discussion on the matter and received the report for information. information. Next year's budget for cutting grass is expected to be about equal to the actual costs incurred in 1996. REALTOR FRANK REAL ESTATE LTD. 234 King Street East, Bowmanville Telephone 623-3393 Toronto Line 686-1035 ÂmmiMHEÉ JUST LISTED - $99,900 3 bedroom semi in desirable area of Bowmanville. Living room and dining room with large bay window. Gas heat, don't wait! See it today! Call Joe Jeronimo** 623-3393. BUNGALOW- BOWMANVILLE Separate double car workshop plus a 2 + 1 bedroom bungalow. bungalow. Family room with fireplace, central air, walkout to 18' x 36' pool. 65' x 197' lot. $139,900. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. jéfvl! ;lr WWRWiviv; .V.rwv, >; ■ : : : : «.iv. .v.v ." >y.'>Av:xv8-f COUNTRY ESTATE 3.13 ACRES Gorgeous custom built 2 storey home on ravine lot. Enormous kitchen, finished basement, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms. 20 minutes north of Bowmanville. $224,900. Call Charlie Reid* 623-3393 or 983-5914. John Fowler Joe Jeronimo, Manager, is pleased to welcome John Fowler to the Bowmanville Office. John brings to our company many years of experience in resolving customer service needs in the automotive business. John's customer satisfaction achievements achievements will be carried forward to assist you with all your real estate needs whether buying or selling. For dedicated full time real estate service please call John at 905-623-3393 or 905-623-7928 and experience that customer number one feeling. SJXZ mamm €> a cornerstone realty ltd., realtor 104 king st. e., bowmanville ENNISKILLEN VILLAGE 3 bedroom home on 1.4 acres. Includes large paddock with barn for horses. Asking $133,900. ORONO VILLAGE 3 bedroom Orono Village home. - includes walkout from family room, bright eat-in kitchen plus large garage on 65' x 165' lot! Asking $112,500. Call Doug Humphrey** 623-6000, THE HOME WITH IT ALL! Dianne Warren* 4 + 1 bedrooms, 4 baths, 1 ensuite, main floor family c a i PQ R Pn room with fireplace and walkout to deck. Central * nc H- air/vac, inside entrance to double garage and the lower level features an in-law suite with Its own walkout. walkout. Shows beautifully. Only $177,900. Call Dianne Warren* Office 623-6000 Tor. Line 428-1206. r - --■ »'• 1 ATTENTION HORSE LOVERS Marg Bain Sales Rep. Call Marg Bain* (905) 623-6000 What a great property for your business: 126 acres with 60 acres workable, 10 acres sugar-bush, 8 acres cedar bush, a pond , a stream and a 105 ft. barn with box stalls. Two houses: a seven year old stone and aluminum raised bungalow and a 2 storey hired hands house. Asking $329,000. Call and ask for Marg Bain for the details. 905-623-6000. LOOK AT THIS! $42,900 - 100'x 150' building lot, Orono area $49,900-132x247 (approx. 1 acre) building lot in Kendal $64,900 - 200 X 200 10 acres. 6 years executive building lot 3 bedroom, "aï brick L°T JUST LIS TED - 2 -10 .... . CA „„„ with over 2000 sq. ft. acre parcels with trees twin home. FA gas 0 f |j V j n g space, walk- $65,900. each heat. Shows like a outs. and • deck. $135,500-Bungalow dream! $113,900. Asking $171,500. with income potential ;• For a market evaluation of your property,.' please call David Passant**, Associate Broker today! CENTRAL LOCATION HOBBY FARM BRAND SPANKING NEWS Ron Moore* Sales Rep. 623-6000 24 hr. fioq.QOM /roe \ roughed-in central air, 3 bathrooms, at an excep bZd azbd (res.) tionally low $166,900. Call Ron Moore* now to view 623-6000. 1709 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 storey with attached 2 car garage features centre hall plan with large family room, separate dining room, 4 pc. ensuite and walk-in closet. Roughed-in central vac and