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EH at he TT Tn - Program may be terminated unless $46,000 is found by Rob Streich The celebrated Adult Pro- tective Services program in Durham Region is recommend- ed for termination next year unless the province can make up a projected $46,000 deficit for 1989. Local members of the de- velopmentally handicapped as- sociation People First are lob- bying the Region on Wednesday to change their po- sition on the 11 year old service. In September, the regional health and services committee voted to recommend to Council to cut the program which helps developmentally handicapped persons remain in their homes. Craig Finley, Port Perry People First President, and Mi- chael Steward, Provincial board member and Central Area Representative, spoke with the Star last Friday. They described the pro- gram as vital and said that the flexible services offered are ideal. Mr. Steward explained that the social workers, "help ople wherever they need elp. If they need help getting legal advice, they do that. If they just need a ride to the doc- tor, or a work program they help arrange that. Mr. Finley said that the workers are there, "even if you just need someone to talk to once ina while." The People First represen- tatives explained the there are currently 156 people serviced by the program and 56 on the waiting list. There are no alternatives for these needy adults, but to rely on the local social agencies to "pick up the slack". That may be extremely difficult with uniform budget constraints across the Region. Ministry Officials continue - tomaintain a hard line on their policy of cutbacks, and regional representatives are equally un- willing to change their posi- tion. VIA rail service? (From page 1) the Toronto-Havelock line. He said he is also encour- aged by statements attributed last week to Durham Region chairman Gery Herrema. A front page report in a To- "ronto newspaper last Thursday i quoted Herrema as saying GO . Transit will replace the VIA ser- . vice when the federal govern- ment pulls out. Herremais a vice chairman of GO Transit, and he said that keeping the line open would be a boost to development. But Herrema added the service would have to carry Defensive Driving is jargon that everyone uses, but very few teach the subject effec- tively. Young, Drivers is PLEASE LET A PROFESSIONAL TEACH THEM TO DRIVE AND SURVIVE! OVER 250,000 GRADUATES RECOMMEND Young Drivers of Canada TRAINING CENTRES FROM COAST TO COAST 1,000 passengers daily. At present, the Toronto- Havelock like carries about 140 people each day (one way) The return fare from Myr- tle to Toronto is now $156 Mon- day through Thursday, and $22 on Fridays. A monthly pass costs $220. . Mr. Pagnuelo told the Star that Mr. Stevenson told him over the weekend that if he is not able to meet personally with the Transport Minister, he will raise the compromise issue in the House of Commons later this week. famous throughout the world for ITS ACCIDENT-FREE DRIVING HABITS often called "survival training". For information, brochures and course schedules call: 2 BROCK STREET WEST, UXBRIDGE 852-9706 The congregation of the Port Perry Anglican Church marched from Palmer Park to St. John's Church in celebration of the 150th (Sesquicentennial) Anniversary of the Anglican Church in Canada. As they sang hymns and walked along Queen Street, members of the congregation took turns carrying the cross amongst themselves, even the little children. | 9 DAN Nl § § D1 XN FENELON FALLS Hundreds of beautiful, quality LEATHER JACKETS for LADIES & MEN, in numerous styles and a wide range of colours. ALSO...pants, skirts, vests, hand bags, slippers, hats, mitts & gloves. SALE PRICES ALL YEAR LONG - COME & COMPARE! | IAW 8 1 LOAN {ell $199.00 We also carry a wide selection of Antiques, Collectibles & More OPEN ALL YEAR INCLUDING SUNDAYS | 12 FRANCIS ST. W., FENELON FALLS (705) 887-170