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A a ob ib fn AR SE ron) i SI 24 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, September 12, 1989 Police Award for Sunderland man What would you do if you saw a heavy truck rolling to- wards a busy highway without adriver? For Howard DeGeer, of Sunderland, the answer was ob- vious. Ny adeus ; Find some way to bring the runaway truck to a halt or at least try to veer it away from traffic and pedestrians. Mr. DeGeer was one of 21 civilians from all over Durham Region honoured Friday night - } Seafood & Steak House 1180 Simcoe St.N., Oshawa 436-9333 or 436-9065 OPEN 7 DAYS a WEEK Banquet Facilities Available EVERYDAY DINNER SPECIALS * Roast Prime Beef (Can. Grade A) * New York Steak & Shrimps * Fresh Orange Roughy * Fresh Seafood Plate ANY SPECIAL FOR ONLY: * « Extra « Valuable Stihl Coupons worth $65.00 AVAILABLE AT : Each kit includes: - Oilomatic Replacement Chain Loop « 5-litre Gas Container - 250 ml 2-cycle Engine Oil Mix Spark Plug + Winter Toque - File Handle + "Sharp Advice" Filing Manual Blackstock Country Hardware 74 $CUGOG RD. N., BLACESTOCK -- 986-4971 "The Chain Saw Specialists!" OVER £ 602. (with 21" chain) -- ul J Number One Worldwide "Avaiable while quanties last with purchase of Suhi 000L, 011, 011T, 012, 024 Super, 028 Wood Boss, 034 Wood Boss, 034 Super, 038 Super Pro chain saws. for bravery and courage at the 7th Annual Police Awards held at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Prior to the presentations, Durham Region Police Chief Dave Edwards praised all the award winners calling them "citizens who placed their own lives in danger to assist the po- lice or their fellow citizens." For Mr. DeGeer, his tussle with the runaway truck began last December 13 as he was leaving a restaurant in Sunder- land. A five ton stake truck was rolling, without a driver, down River Street, heading right for busy Highway 12. He jumped on the running board, but found to his dismay the truck was locked. Somehow, using his knees and weight, he managed to veer the wheels to change the direc- tion of the truck. As it was, it narrowly missed hitting parked car and pedestrian, clipped off a hydro pole and then finally came to rest against a tree. Without these actions by Mr. DeGeer, the truck almost certainly would have rolled onto Highway 12 and the result could have been an accident causing serious injury or death. The citation about Mr. De- Geer, who is a mechanic, con- cluded :his quick actions saved - what could have been a horren- dous situation." Brock Township Mayor Don Hadden presented Mr. De- Geer with a plaque at the Awards Night. Karismne Communications * WORD PROCESSING * FAX SERVICE * PHOTO COPIES 192 Queen Street (above the Post Office) 985-0300 FAX: 985-9357 Brock Township Mayor Don Hadden (left) presented Ho- ward DeGeer of Sunderland with a plaque at the annual Po- lice Awards Night held Friday In Pickering. Mr. DeGeer was among 21 Reglon citizens cited for bravery and courage. Last December, he managed to prevent a runaway .stake truck from moving into the traffic on busy Highway 12 in Sunderiand. See story for details. For all your NEW or USED CAR NEEDS with excellent service, contact sales rep., JEFF KROONENBERG PHILP PONTIAC BUICK LIMITED 985-8474 or ([res.) 985-3925 i "Klean Sweep - 3 CHIMNEY SERVICE SERVING DURHAM REGION SINCE 1978 * dustless, efficient chimney cleaning * emergency service : * blocked flues cleared * go with the experts FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL SWEEPS PERRY 985-3111 svn 433-4111 : OSHAWA 9/55: Dashwood All-You-Pay-Days adds elegance with Classic Swing Doors. Clear pine allows decorating flexibility. Heavy duty brass hinges, brass lever and dead bolt all ensure smooth operation. -BDASHWOOD WINDOW AND DOOR CENTRE 1200 Phillip Murray Ave., 9436-13449 y A JUL o po = i -- L Al \ \ JZ --rT