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i 7^ We Will Remember Representatives of Branch 178 of the Royal Canadian Legion place wreaths at the Bowmanvillc Cenotaph during Services of Remembrance held Tuesday, November 11th. A large crowd, including students from many nearby schools, visited the Cenotaph for the service honoring those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom. THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF INTENT TO PASS A BY-LAW TO STOP UP, CLOSE AND CONVEY PART OF THE UNOPENED ROAD ALLOWANCE IN LOT 27 CONCESSION 1, FORMER VILLAGE OF NEWCASTLE, MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON. TAKE NOTICE THAT the Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington at its meeting to be held at the Municipal Administrative Centre in the Council Chambers on Monday, December 15, 1997, at the hour of 7:00 p.m., proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and authorize the conveyance of a portion of the road allowance located in Lot 27, Concession 1, former Village of Newcastle, Municipality of Clarington, more specifically described as-Parts 1 and 3, Plan 40R17837. The Municipality of Clarington, at its meeting of April 7, 1997, approved the recommendations in Confidential Report WD-22-97, which declared Parts 1, & 3, Plan 40R17837, to be surplus property and established the selling price of the subject lands. It is proposed that the surplus property will be conveyed to the abutting property owners as follows: Part 1 - Newcastle Lodge for Seniors and Family Dwelling Part 3 - Syvan Development Limited AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT before passing said by-law, Council or a Committee of Council shall hear, in person or by his Counsel, Solicitor, or Agent, any person who claims that his lands will be prejudicially prejudicially affected by this by-law and who applies to be heard. MUNICIPALITY OF ( clarington ONTARIO Dates of Publication: November 15, 22, 29 and December 6,1997 Ind. 7019 Patti L. Barrie, Clerk The Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 ©.I p Women of Distinction Honoured by YWCA The Clarington/Courticc Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, November 15, 1997 Page 13 From page I international marketplace. "There is only one other company in Canada that does what we do, and there are six or seven companies of any size in the U.S." She says as a non-ferrous forging manufacturer, her company competes "in a narrow and highly technical field." While the firm goes after a number of different contracts contracts each year, Lofthousc noted, "we don't take on any military contracts. I want to be able to sleep at night." She knows you can have a profitable business without without taking on contracts that you really don't want to have to take. Lofthousc Brass manufactures manufactures things like plumbing plumbing fittings, block heater supports, valve housings, fire extinguisher bodies, parts for the electrical industry industry and door entry mechanisms mechanisms (used for hotel rooms that arc "keyless"). She says that she never expected to be at a point in her life, when she would be a part of the family business. "I have learned a lot about the process, to problem problem solve, and acquired a depth of knowledge about the business," she says. During the time when her father was alive and Mary was in the personnel side of the business, she remembers watching what he was doing and learning from him and bringing new ideas to the company. Her job, as she sees it, was to "try to educate and communicate with our employees and to improve the layout of the plants. I looked for opportunities to improve the workplace." The improvements have come in the form of quieter machines, safety regulations, regulations, and training people to prevent unsafe conditions from happening. Lofthousc was nominated nominated for the Noil-Traditional Roles category in the YWCA Women of Distinction Award by Ed Luckow. Another Clarington resident, resident, Leah Houston, won the title of "Young Woman of . Distinction" She was nominated by local resident Billie Kemp. The Independent spoke with Debbie Houston, Leah's mother, on Thursday morning, Nov. 13. She noted her daughter's accomplishments accomplishments included forming Youth in Action, a political action group for young people. people. She also organized Education Pride Day at Queen's Park. The award is the latest in Houston's list of achievements achievements which includes a full four-year scholarship to a university of her choice from Canada Trust. Houston is attending York University. Services of Remembrance at Newcastle The Remembrance Day Ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in Newcastle, was well-attended by residents and students alike. Among those on hand for the laying laying of wreaths were the members of the local Boy ScoutsAVolves/Cubs and Girl Guides. Here, Sterling Mather looks on as the children approach the Cenotaph on King Street. Off to Bosnia From page 1 that we hope to continue and gain their respect," lie said. He explained, "We want to change their way of thinking to move- towards a more peaceful and democratic way of policing. There is still a lot of uncase, and a lot of anger built up over the generations. "I expect to come back as a proud Canadian" "I'm looking forward to experiencing the culture culture and meeting new people people and seeing the country," country," he said. He added he will be spending time listening listening to language tapes so he can pick up some of the language, but noted he would be with someone who speaks the language, making it easier, he hopes, to do his job. He said when he returns next May, he expects he will feel the same type of pride he did as a young man fresh from the Navy. "I expect to come back as a proud Canadian." S/Sgt. Arscott says it will be difficult for his family not being here at Christmas, but "it's only one Christmas." He hopes he'll be able to maintain contact with his daughter Durham Hospitals Go "Live" With Health Information From page 1 "Clinicians can get an immediate and complete medical background, which helps them make decisions about a patient's care," explains Dr. Robin Davies, Chief of Staff at Oshawa General Hospital. "It means the health care team, be it the nurse, doctor, physiotherapist, physiotherapist, or other members can get access to any tests, diagnoses or treatments on a need to know basis that the patients has received previ- Visit with jolly old St. Nick at the Mall! Wrap up your Christmas Shopping! You'll find something for everyone on your list. From the easiest to shop for to the person who has everything... make your first and last stop here! SANTA'S HOURS UNTIL CHRISTMAS Thursday and Friday 2 - 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. -12:00 noon and 2 - 4 p.m. FREE SANTA PHOTO with the kids! Compliments of Rapid Photo The Bowmanville Mall King Street East and Simpson Avenue Lots of FREE PARKING! ously in that hospital or any in the Region. This used to be a time-consuming process for members of the health care team, now we will be able to get this information information more quickly and save our patients' time." Health care providers will have a complete and up-to-date patient history including results of tests and x-rays, medication history, history, visits to other Durham hospitals, and a record of any allergies to medications. medications. Patients will no longer have to repeatedly try to recall or explain information. information. "Our goal is better patient care. This will save patients' time and discomfort discomfort because we can minimize minimize repeat tests and assessments," assessments," explains Tom Schonbcrg, President and Chief Executive Officer at Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville, and Chair of the project's implementation implementation planning committee. The system will provide one access point for all Durham Region hospitals. Costly duplication can be minimized, although cost savings arc not the primary motivation for initiating the project. As always, confidentiality confidentiality of patient information is a priority. Access to patient information will be controlled controlled through a variety of security measures including passwords and tracking procedures. procedures. Policies and procedures procedures arc in place to deal with this important issue. "Only those health care providers with a 'need to know' will be authorized to access to a patient's record," explains Ray Briggs, Regional Director of Information Systems for the Durham hospitals. Patients will be asked to provide their approval to allow their information to be shared amongst the hospitals hospitals in Durham. By providing providing their approval, patients will be ensuring their health care providers get quick access to their health records. through e-mail. S/Sgt. 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