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In Brief FEB. 13, 2002 THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, FEBRUARY 13,2002 PAGE 7 Volunteers wanted for Road Watch CLARINGTON - Road Watch needs volunteers to help in its efforts efforts in preventing street carnage. Marilyn Morrison created Road ■ Watch in 1995 in Caledon in re- j sponse to a Mother's Day crash that claimed the lives of eight 15- to ' 20-year-olds. Since the program's introduction, it has spread to many . communities, including Clarington in 1999. Road Watch targets dangerous ; driving through awareness, educa- | lion and enforcement. Citizens fill 1 out a confidential report when they | see someone driving unsafely. Po- j lice then contact the driver and 1 point out how his actions were dangerous. dangerous. In Clarington, the program has been well received but needs more volunteers. Road Watch requires residents with a valid driver's licence licence to drive to drop boxes and pick up report forms deposited by I citizens. Those with a basic level of computer skills are needed to input J those forms into the computer. The positions are estimated to require two to four hours a month. Those able to help Road Watch continue the service can call the Clarington office of Durham Regional Regional Police at 905-579-1520, ext. 1687. Library info yours at a click CLARINGTON - Finding information information at the library just got easier and faster. The Clarington Public Library is offering residents the convenience of locating and verifying information by using 'Click4lnfo@CPL.' The new service allows residents residents to ask questions via email and get an answer within an hour anytime the library is open by sending sending their question to info@claring- ton-library.on.ca. "We're excited about 'Click4lnfo@CPL' as it highlights the library's efforts to provide innovative innovative services that respond to the changing needs of the Clarington community," said Sarah Gentles, information information services co-ordinator. When sending an email to the library, it's important to describe exactly exactly what you are searching for so- CRL information staff will be better equipped to provide the best answer answer possible. For example, include if the question is for a school project, project, what grade, how much information information is needed and what other sources have already been tried. For more information phone the Bowmanville branch of the Clarington Public Library at 905- 623-7322. Hepatitis C group meets Thursday WHITBY - The Durham Hepatitis Hepatitis C Support Group is hosting a special event this Valentine's Day. The group meets the second Thursday of each month and is planning an informal session Thursday, Feb. 14 with fellowship, snacks and draw prizes. The group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. in the stage room of St. Mark's United Church at 201 Centre St. S. in Whitby. Also that evening, the church is planning a Labyrinth Walk with guided meditation beginning at 6:30 p.m. It is followed by a walking meditation to inspire healing thoughts for the mind, body and soul. Call the church office at 905- 668-3091 for more details. Valentine's Dance set for Feb. 16 CLARINGTON - Love will be in the air this weekend. The Mane Event Equestrian Team is presenting a Valentine's Dance Saturday, Feb. 16, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Baseline Community Community Centre, 2444 Baseline Rd. in Bowmanville. The dance will feature feature door prizes, a cash bar and music by Brian Cox, a KX-96 DJ. Tickets are $10 per person. Call Jill at 905-623-2865 or Cathy at 905-697-3677 for more information information or to get tickets. Lakeridge Health board meets Feb. 14 OSHAWA - The board of Lakeridge Lakeridge Health Corporation will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 14. The public Is invited to attend the meeting, to be held in the McLaughlin Room of the Carriage House, Parkwood Conference Centre at Lakeridge Health Os- hawa. . For more information, call Marie North at 905-576-8711 ext. 4721. GENERAL MOTORS Please join us in welcoming Bob Owens to the Optimum family. For the past 80 years, Roy Nichols Motors has provided quality cars and attentive customer service. And now with the Optimum Used Vehicle name, there's that extra assurance that you're getting a dependable vehicle from an authorized dealer. So if you're looking for someone who understands your automotive needs, stop by the new Optimum Used Vehicles at Roy Nichols Motors Ltd. Experience that welcoming feeling for yourself. Optimum Used Vehicles: Manufacturer's warranty 30-day/2500 km exchange privilege 150+ point inspection 24-hour roadside assistance Opt USED 0 im VEH turn ICLES SSI 2728 Courtice Rd., Courtice 905-436-2222 Mon.-Thurs. 9 am-9 pm • Fri.&Sat. 9 am-5 pm For more information VISIT: optimum.gmcanada.com or CALL: 1-800 GM-DRIVE The Statesman online www.durhamnews.net ur nanti uadvktsnfcima "«prats