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Orono Weekly Times, 12 Jul 2000, p. 11

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by Jacqueline Vaneyk Haying is in full swing, but tised into the church family is being made difficult in by Rev Norm Seli. Jason was some places by water sitting supported by a goodly num- in the fields, so that if it does ber of family and friends, get baled, we can't always get Special music was provided it off the field. This week by Jane Koene, Sheryl Hunter promises to be dry and we and Gail Hasiuk. Sharon certainly look forward to that. Trudeau played the piano for Some of the com and beans the service, look pretty yellow, but that On Sunday, July 16, our should improve with sun- service will be conducted by shine. Rev. Michelle Down, who The sudden passing of ministers at Oshawa Hospital. Ethel Goble on Thursday July 23, Susan Pleasance will evening shocked and sad- be leading worship, dened the community. Ethel Following that, services move always had a smile and a to Enfield for two weeks. All cheery word for everyone. summer services begin at She was a member of Club 10:00 a.m. 50, Tyrone LOBA, and sup- The threat of rain did not ported Club 60+ and the deter the participants in Orange Hall Board. She will Tyrone Church Golf be greatly missed by her fam- Tournament held at Blue ily and friends. Spruce Ridge Golf and Congratulations to Kaitlyn Country' Club on Sunday Real who was presented with afternoon. The golfing, the the E.S. Taylor award at M.J. food and the prizes combined Hobbs School Graduation. to make a successful event. The award was presented by Thanks to Dianne Woodley, former principal Ed Taylor for p a t Woodley-Vooys and Peter citizenship. Vooys for organizing, and to Cindy and Chris Roberts all those who donated prizes, are the proud parents of a son, The Church Workday has Grant, who was born last been delayed until July 22 week. Big sister Madelaine is beginning at 9 a.m. Further also pleased. information can be obtained Welcome back to the com- from Lome Butterfield at 263 munity to Steve and Debbie 2744. Phillips and Felicity, who Upcoming events to keep recently moved into the house j n m i n d are Decoration Day at formerly occupied by the Bethesda Cemetery on Aug. Patricks. 27, a week earlier than in the On Sunday, July 9, Jason past. Also that day is the Anthony Pickering, son of Church Pig Roast, our annual Colin and Michelle, was bap- feast. Field trials on tobaccoo plant underway LONDON, July 11, 2000 - tists first field tested tobacco - Field trials of tobacco plants plants for the production of destined for human medical Human Interleukin-10. Work research are now under way at this year will include: Agriculture and Agri-Food Producing a human blood Canada's Southern Crop protein, serum albumin; Protection and Food Research Further studies on Centre in Southwestern interleukin-10 (IL-10), which Ontario. . ' has multiple roles in thehum- The plants are being tested man immune system and is for their ability to produce being investigated as a poten- special proteins that could be tial treatment for. used to diagnose or treat Inflammatory Bowel human diseases. Syndrome (Crohn's Disease); The field trials involve Producing an antibody which using plants in a' way that is being investigated as a allows them to produce bio- diagnostic tool for colon can- pharmaceutical products such cer; Using a new protein proas proas proteins, antibodies, ductjon system which enzymes or vaccines - a enhances containment and process also known as molec- allows increased accumula- ular farming. tion of the desired biopharma- Studies have shown that ceutical proteins, molecular farming may offer The Canadian Food low-cost, high-volume Inspection Agency (CFIA) is sources of rare or valuable responsible for approving and therapeutic treatments for regulating these field experi- human health. ments, which will take place This year's experiments on, less than 600 square will build on work started last metres of land. The CFIA summer when AAFC scien- approved all of the field Orono Weekly 'limes, Wednesday, July 12. 2000 - 11 experiments and also set out protocols for caitying out the experiments including rules regarding the planting, growing growing and harvesting of plants, as well as site monitoring and record keeping. Specific requirements include a minimum minimum separation distance of 10 metres from other tobacco plants, and removal of test plants before flowering occurs. In addition, AAFC researchers are required to ensure that harvesting equipment equipment and storage facilities are secure. Tobacco is considered an ideal plant for this type of research because it is a nonfood nonfood crop, it doesn't over-winter, over-winter, and it has no naturally- occurring wild relatives in Canada. As well, the plants will be harvested before they flower or set seed. Durham access to care celebrate third year On June 27, 2000 Durham Access To Care (DATC), Durham Region's Community Care Access Centre, hosted their third Annual General Meeting. Prior to the meeting was the Official Opening of the new office located in the Whitby Corporate Centre. Regional Chair, Roger Anderson officiated the ceremony. ceremony. He, along with three Durham Access To Care clients, cut a ribbon that marks the beginning of more effective delivery of quality in-home health care in Durham region. The move was made possible possible by one time fiinding from the Ministry of Health, Durham Access To Care now meets Ministiy standards for workplace and office efficiency. efficiency. Our new space allows staff to offer clients greater confidentiality and enhanced access to our handicap accessible accessible office. Following a brief Annual General Meeting, guest speaker, Gail Hawley- Knowles, discussed Durham's new Regional Cancer Centre. Ms Hawley-Knowles is the Program Leader for the Oncology/Supportive Services & Spiritual care for the Lakeridge Health Corporation. The event was a shining example of the high quality health care being provided provided in Durham Region: For further information please contact Esther Filer at 1-800- 430-3308 extension 3859. Community Events AIDS COMMITTEE OPENS NEW OFFICES AIDS Committee of Durham will be holding an open house celebration celebration on Tuesday, July 18 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The new offices are at 22 King St. W., Suite 301, Oshawa. All interested interested community members are invited to attend. Please call for more information at 576-1445. CLARINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY This summer's reading club at the Library proves to be the best yet! The TD Bank Financial Group is the proud sponsor of Wilderness Bound/Adventure Found, a summer reading club at all participating public libraries in Ohtaro! The Library also offers wild'n adventurous programmes, for kids ages 6 and up. Clarke 983-5507 - Bowmanville 623-7322 - Courtice 404-0707 - Newcasle Village 987-4844. OPTIMIST CLUB OF NEWCASTLE VILLAGE Youth Golf Day - Thursday, July 13th, Newcastle Golf Course, aged 10-16 years. For tickets or more information call 987- 1569 or 987-4851. ZELLERS BOWMANVILLE The employees would like'to invite you to come and lend your support in our RACE FOR LIFE, triathlon race, in aid of Lakeridge Health, Bowmanville. This race and fun day will be held on July 15th, at 11:00 a.m., right in the store. X J ORONO CHIROPRACTIC and EXERCISE CENTRE Ernest Schroeder, B.Sc. D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic 5331 Main Street, Box 150, Orono LOB 1MO Telephone (905) 983-5510 MASARU KARATE CLUB CLASSES MONDAY, TUESDAY » THURSDAY EVENINGS FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT RICK JONES EMAIL: rick.teruko@sympatico.ca TELEPHONE: (905) 786-2793 FAX: (905)786-1031 Let us help finance your dreams! 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