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New Century 21 owner amazed at town's appeal Gerry Meharg has known about Port Perry for many years, but says he is astonished at the num- ber of people who desired to locate in the area. A real estate agent in the Stouff- ville-Uxbridge area for many years, Mr. Meharg told the Star that he was just not fully aware of the appeal of this community be- fore coming to town. Mr. Meharg was an independent real estate agent until about two years ago when his firm joined the Century 21 team, and he says he has been more than pleased with the results. Locating an office in Port Perry was a logical extension of their offices, and the opportunity came late last year, after the unfortunate - death of local realtor Howard For- der. "We really wcren't ready to make the move at that time, but under the circumstances it was ne- cessary", he said. Now with offices in Stouffville, Uxbridge and Port Perry, Mr. Me- harg says they are experiencing an increasing interest from Purchas- ers to live in a 'small town' at- mosphere. In fact, with the number of Cen- tury 21 offices located along the Lake Ontario Corridor from To- ronto to Bowmanville, he says they are getting many referral cli- ents anxious to locate in the Port Perry area. Mr. Meharg's son Brian, who is the manager of the Port Perry of- fice, told the Star that since they took over the business in January, they have experienced a significant growth in sales staff, now with eight agents, and another five at- tending school to earn their real estat licences. The Meharg's are very excited about becoming part of Port Per- ry's vibrant community, and Brian even admits to having a desire to move here, although Stouffville 3s been home for most of his life. "74 murder still under investigation Detectives are continuing to work full time investigating the death of Beverly Smith of Raglan, 13 years ago. She had been shot in the head and left lying on the kitchen floor of her home. The investigators are anxious to talk to anyone who has informa- tion on this case, however in- significant it may seem. In par- ticular they are asking people who originally called either the Durham Regional Police or Crime Stoppers, to call again. THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT. All calls will be treated con- fidentially. You won't be asked for your name or have to appear in court. The Durham Regional Police can be reached at 683-9100 or 579-1520. Crime Stoppers can be reached at 222-8477 or 1-800-387-8477. L Countess Marit The Scugog Choral Society are in their final week of preperation for their up-coming produc- tion of "Countess Maritza". The first show begins this Thursday evening, April 21st, and ends 9 performances later on May 7th. The Operetta is directed by Vivian Lee, musi- cally directed by Tom Millar and produced by Richard Drew. Tickets are available at Irwin Smith Music or by calling 985-7183. Above, friends of the Countess Maritza, from left, Carol McGrath, Ruth Ann Paul, and Barbara Bone flirt with the Maritza's estate manager Bella Torek, played by Waiter Bone. Since coming to Port Perry in January this year, Gerry Meharg and his son Brian have become very at- tached to the community. They say they can't get over how friendly everyone is and how attractive the area Is to potential homeowners. Above, Gerry, (left) and Brian pose In front of their new Century 21 sign, on the former Howard Forder Real Estate property, with the Century 21 mascot "Goldie". (L to R) Ruth Corley, Joe Cummings, Gayle Greenslade, Ron Marshall, | Jane Wild. | We'll be there. 705-324-NEWS CKLY 910 Keeping Central Ontario informed! Abe sikkens Cetol 1 and Cetol 23 So the natural beauty of your exterior woodwork -- doesn'\ fade in the sunlight -- isn't damaged by moisture -- isn't nidden CENTRAL PAINT & WALLPAPER 295 Ritson Rd. S. OSHAWA \Moore/ZN PAI 434-3939 sikkens " sikkens