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PAGE 16THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, MARCH 28,2001 In the hot seat Five referees from Durham Region Region were selected to officiate at the Ontario Hockey League Bantam Bantam Cup tournament currently under way in Peterborough. Officials Officials were selected by area su- pennsors to attend a one-day evaluation camp earlier this season. season. From that camp, the referees and linesmen were picked to work games at the provincial championship. Those selected from the area were, from left, Rob MacGregor, Rob Welsh, Paul Renaud and Corey Strand. Absent Absent is Ryan Robinson. (grpHluD Of TMMCon & OMI loom smoke Dine in or Take i 'AjlDay Breakfast Daii^fcunctiSpécials come say "Hi" to the new owner, Patti Sharp New Summer Hours: Mon-Frl 6am-6pm Sat7am-5pm » Sun8am-2pm If you have a good idea for a sports story, call 623-3303, Sport SHORTS MARCH 28, 2001 Minor novice Toros eliminated The Bow- manville Travel minor novice Triple A Claring- ton Toros were eliminated in the second round of playoffs playoffs by York- Simcoe Express. Express. The Toros lost the series by scores of 5-4 (OT), 6-2 and 5- 3. Scoring for the Toros were Mitchell Heard (2-2), Chris Moore and Jordan Jordan Bailey with two goals each, Chad Tutton (1- 2), Rory McDowell McDowell and Conner Sargeant had a goal each with one assist apiece to , Jonathan Cusack Cusack and Danny Lintner, The Bow- manville Travel team had a very successful season finishing first in the division. division. The team was coached by Gary Moore, Mike Sargeant, Mike Weiss, John Dymond (trainer) and Bruce Zavitz (manager). Team members are Jordan Bailey, Bailey, Matthew Bruno, Kirk Campbell, Dillon Dillon Corcoran, Rory Craddock, Jonathan Cusack, Cusack, Stefan Diachenko, Diachenko, Justin Dymond, Mitchell Heard, Danny Lintner, Chris Moore, Rory McDowell, Conner Sargeant, Chad Tutton, Nick Weiss, John Wood and Nathan Zavitz. FAX Sports game RESULTS AND Stories to Eijc Cmmbmn Statesman 623- 6161 Do you have a question for one of these professionals? Mail, e-mail or drop off your question for a chance to win a Great Prize. Telma, there are tons of claims out there for treating low back pain. Give me the factsl A, Telma Grant, R.P.T. • Low Back Rehab: Vital facts! Fact 1 : Did you know that acute Low back pain goes away in 4 weeks for 90% of people no matter whether they did any form of rehab, walked, took Meds, or nothingl Fact 2: But 80% of these same people will have low back pain again within a yearl Fact 3: Within 24 hours of low back pain, your main back muscles, the lumbar multifidi, waste away, dramatically, on the same side of the pain. And,, research shows their muscle strength does not return with walking, swimming, a gym program, return to work or sport, for the ten weeks the study was done. The only thing that made a difference was strengthening, specifically targeted to these back muscles. So now you know the facts which will help you pick out a good back program. Look for one with specific back exercises targeting the lumbar multifidi. Ask Your PhysiotherapistI Glatît Physiotherapy 214 King St. E., Bowmanville "Count on us!" (905)623-2783 A::-'V'A"xr"Tvv'.' Financial Lifestyles CL A I have a child attending university/college, e What are some tax advantages available to me? Deborah Kohlsmith Financial Planner e Great question. This is a topic that is very timely, especially for those of you who are completing student's income taxes. 1) The first $3000 of scholarship money is tax exempt. 2) Tuition can be claimed up to a maximum of $5,000 - any unused tuition can be transferred to a parent or it can be carried forward. 3) A part-time student can deduct an additional $60/month and a full-time student can deduct an additional $200/month for each of these months they were attending college/university. 4) Interest on student loans is tax deductible. 5) Moving costs can also be deducted in some instances. I highly recommend you consult a tax professional when completing your income tax returns. i REGAL CAPITAL PLANNERS LTD. 108 King Street East Bowmanville 905 623-1936 Paint 8c Walloaoer Q, A. My friend recently painted a room using a dark coloured paint and I love it. But I'm afraid to use dark colours in my home because it might be "too much". Whats your feeling on dark colours? • Dark or strong colours can be stunning if used correctly. They can add warmth and character to a room. But, they are not for everybody. You have to feel comfortable with it or be willing to repaint if necessary. A colour that looks too strong when first applied, will be softened considerably once the furniture, pictures etc. are put back into place. Remember too, that strong colours may show imperfections a little more and may require more coats than lighter colours. Abernethy's Paint and Wallpaper 55 King Street West, Bowmanville 623-5431 Doug Abernelhy Mail to: Canadian Statesman, c/o Professional Forum, P.O. Box 190, Bowmanville L1C 3K9 Drop off at: 62 King St. W. E-mail to: bowclar@durhamnews.net Interior Decoratin Since April's Blrthstone is the Diamond, we thought it befitting if we explain how diamond prices are determined by the four C's. Color. Diamonds that are absolutely without color are very rare and extremely valuable, even if they contain slight imperfections. Those of pale blue shades are sought after and are highly desirable, while tinges of yellow, brown or black will reduce a stone's value. Cut. Most diamonds are cut to have fifty-eight facets, transforming them into a prism that breaks up light into all colors of the spectrum. A o w perfectly cut diamond will reflect all the Hon ™°P er light upwards for maximum brilliance. Cut also refers to shape and is a matter of personal preference. Eight distinct diamond shapes are the trillion, heart, princess, round (or brilliant), pear, marquis, oval, and the emerald. Clarity. A flawless diamond Is extremely rare. The'absence of natural imperfections, or "inclusions", determines the degree of clarity. The "inclusions" are to be expected. What is Important is whether or not they affect clarity or brilliance. At Hoopers we will assist you in this determination. Carat.; This is the unit of weight used for diamonds. One carat equals on-fifth of a gram. There are 100 points to the carat. Fifty points would be â "hall-carat". " • T v. ;. ; v. , -ixV'ia'" >1, '*#•: "SSpir's Jewellers Ltd, 39 King St.W., Downtown Bowmanville 623-5747 TTyy -iyfig-w;. 1 a A. We have an old Victorian home. I want to keep the era of the house but need an updated look in my kitchen. I have pine cupboards, almond counter and blue wallpaper with a house border. My windows are tall and narrow. I need some privacy but also need natural light. What can I do? I suggest a new wallcovering in cream with various colours on it. There are many wonderful papers. Wallpapers add warmth, dimension and interest to a room. There is instant change. Put a sheer fabric on the lower portion Margaret Coombes and Gloria Brooks of the window in a cafe style that can be opened for the light or dosed at night for the privacy. The top portion of the window can be left opened with a shaped valance or jabots on it. Choose a colour for the drapery that is in your new wallcovering. Remember that There's No Place Like Home has a superior collection of wallcoverings and fabrics. ; •There's. No Place Like Home fjoi DesigifStudio r Highway No. 2 Bowmanville (905) 623-7483 Insurance How can I reduce my auto insurance premiums? A While many factors • determine the cost of your auto insurance; there are things you can do to lower your premium. It makes sense that a person who poses less of a risk to the insurancecompany should pay a lower premium than someone who is more of a risk. The following may help to reduce your premiums; obey the law and keep yoür driving record clear of violations, lower your mileage, considër removing collision coverage depending on the age of yotir vehicle, increase your deductible on collision and comprehensive coverage, complete an approved DrivenTràining Course or consider a "family car to a high performance, vehicle. Check with your agent when considering purchasing or leasing a new vehicle. We can advise you on the approximate insurance cost of the vehicle before you buy or lease. 0$ the co-opetàtorà A Better Place For You" 102 King St. E., Bowmanville 697-2262 Laura Sciore AIIC.CLU, OFF ;.vv ;■'/ •Y- -'Y' ; ; ,v M ?■ \ ,. ' F TT M ; Dr. Alexander Chia Dental When should children attend their FIRST dental check-up? A By around six months of age, a baby will usually have • front teèth erupted with the remaining primary molars grown by 2 1/2 years. Good homecare and feedings are essential to maintaining healthy teeth and gums from the beginning. Parents should clean baby teeth using moistened cotton pads or a soft cloth after each feeding by gently massaging the teeth to remove plaque and help instill an acquired cleaning feeling for the baby. The Ontario Dental Association recommends introducing your child to your family dentist or a paedodontist when the full primary dentition is erupted, usually by age 2 to 3 years. In celebrating Dental Health Month, several Durham member dentists have offered to provide complimentary dental examinations for all those age 3 and under. Please refer to newspaper announcements in April for further details. If your child presently has a mouth sore, please schedule a dental appointment quickly to minimize complex treatment and allow your child to start a pleasant lifelong lifelong relationship with the dental family. Dr. Alexander Chia and Dr. Aliea Butt 623 0898 SSJr 104 Waverly Rd., Bowmanville 1 Hwy2 A 'Waverley | Liberty | Hwy401 Funeral Services CL After the funeral, how can I help • the bereaved? Paul Morris A You've paid your last respects to the deceased • and offered your sympathy to the survivors. In short, you have done what friendship and tradition dictate. But is that enough? It is important to remember that the grief and loneliness of the widow, widower or the family will go on after the period of the visitation and funeral. Suddenly a home becomes more lonely and desolate. This is also a good time for you to show extra care and concern. This can be done with a personal visit and perhaps an invitation to a social event. People who have had a death in the family usually need other people to help them return to the mainstream of life. Relatives and close friends can help during the first few weeks and months following the funeral. Even if survivors are not ready to mix and mingle when you first call, don't take it personally and don't give up. Keep In touch. They will know when they are ready to resume life. 'T T-vM'mVm'YT TT' V ■ ; Mi I |F i , ;;'Y m II Morris Funeral Chapel - health & fitness 4 Division St., Bowmanville 623-5480 $j 164 Baseline Road, Bowmanville (905) 697-3104 gg fH |H jgjjggg : - mm Health 8c Fitness Q, What are the benefits of employee fitness for both the employer and the employee? A The importance of • employee fitness cannot be stressed enough; better productivity, improved employee morale and lessened sick time means better business. The Eastern society is more advanced in mental stress relief and increased productivity from their employees as daily physical activity is a regimented way to start each workday. Even light activity 3 to 4 times a week improves general health and lessens the effect of stress on the body, allowing for a happier, healthier, productive company. 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