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Lo sp bar TEN pe: - -- a A gi B, ------------ fe I ETI TEN EC OR etm... i i ] i a 3 2 a 8 - PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, January 4,1994 ] "Scugog's Community Newspapesol Choice" Letters to the editor Skating rink complete Upset by poor customer service To the Editor: "I usually encourge the "Shop Locally" theme in Port Perry and even invite friends to come here to shop. The majority of my Christmas shopping ws done in Port Perry with great enjoy- ment. Unfortunately my moth- er and I were involved in a couple of incidents that would put me off doing it again, in these stores. My mom tried to make a pur- chase that I Math suggested in / rom Page 6 our community. Countless peo- ple, who through their everyday caring, whether in their jobs, their volunteer work or in a multitude of other ways have used their time, talents and thoughtfulness to make our path easier to travel in 1993. As the year draws to a close, we are thankful that our hospi- tals and emergency teams are ready and well trained. Let us do all that we can to keep them NEW '03 SAMARA 5 DOOR LEASE FOR 149° PLUS TAX + FRONT POWER ASSISTED + ALL SEASON STEEL BELTED + RECLINING FRONT BUCKET + REMOTE ADJUSTABLE LEFT & + CENTRE CONSOLE + REAL WINDOW WASHERWIPER + REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER +5 SPEED MANUAL OVERRIDE DISC BRAKES RADIAL TIRES SEARS RIGHT MIRRORS NEW '93 NIVA 4X4 a Price 4X4W= In the Marketplace . 3 YEAR /72,000 KM LIMITED WARRANTY 'PLUS FRT,, LIC., PDI, TAXES. WHILE THEY LAST. ILLUSTRATION IS NOT EXACT. SPECIAL DISCOUNT ON MOBILE PHONES WITH EVERY NEW CAR PURCHASE ALL NEW VEHICLES ARE RUST CHECKED FOR LONGEVITY one store and they would not give her change for a large bill, and suggested she go change it at the bank and come back. Great Customer Service' I made many purchases at another Queen St. store with some even going overseas. | had a problem getting a refund on an item they can't exchange. Credit Notes Only, they claim on a sign which is conveniently covered. This so-called policy does not appear on their sales ts well equipped so that they can perform their tasks safely and effectively. And with this let us be thankful that "small fown" loving and caring is so evident all about us. Our people made the differences. 1994 will be bet- ter because of them. Pray that 1 can make a difference too. ' People make difference Sincerely, Gail Kerry, Utica Farm Equipment Limited WHEL RR LE = Lada Sales & Service 200 Dundas St. W., Whitby 666-3361 Bell Mobllity Approved Agent slip either. When 1 threatened to write to the editor, they re- plied "the big Port Perry Star". Nice Attitude! [ think that it is a shame that a couple of stores have such a lack of business sense that it would put me off shopping local- ly, particularly in these stores. To the other stores who service their customers, 1 hope you have a successful and profitable 1994 - You deserve it. Alison Bradbury-Aked Grinch stole 2 lights To the Editor: May we wish you all a very happy and prosperous new year in 1994. - We also hope you all had a very enjoyable Christmas, - es- pecially the GRINCH who stole the two white floodlight bulbs from the front of our home on the night of Tuesday, Dec. 21. . We realize many people are experiencing difficulties mak- ing ends meet in these times of recession so if the individual concerned is in such dire strates, we will be pleased to of- fer them additional lights in readiness for next Christmas. All you had to do was ask. Sincerely, Ericand Lilian Timms, Victorian Village N A New Year's message: A Little More We recall a kind old grocer When sugar he would pour, How he'd tip the scales to bal- ance, Then he'd add alittle more. His business, how it prospered, Folks were always in his store, he gave an honest measure, Andhe'd add alittle more. So itis with life, brother, <= - We will write a better score, When we've done what's expect- ed... if we add a little more (author unknown) Congratulations to Victoria Ashton who celebrated her sixth birthday Dec. 29 at her home with four sets of four gen- erations of great grandparents and grandparents. Our sympathy from the com- munity is extended to the Da- vies family in the loss of Cori, twin sister of Dakota, infant daughter of Kerry and Shawn. Complete service was at Low and Low funeral parlors on Fri- "day, Dec. 31 in Uxbridge. Jane and Garry Johnson vis- ited her parents Jim and Terry Teefee and Bonnie and joined the family of her brother Tom Teefee of Sunderland for Christmas. They also joined the Johnson family celebrations. The McClures and many friends celebrated Christmas with his sister Lorraine Buck- ingham of Raglan and on New Year's Day they enjoyed a beau- '0.A.C_- Payment due Jan. 105 Delivery charges and administration fees apply. Full details in store. All taxes payable at ime of purchase, plus 25% deposit on custom ordera NO DOWN PAYMENT, NO INTEREST, Y NO PAYMENTS "TIL, 1995!* At Wilson Furniture, 1994 is the year of the big "NO'. We're kicking off our 60th Anniversary with a payment-free year - no downpayment, no interest and no payments "til January 1995. Superb - - furniture collections, for every room in your home, all on display, can be yours now, payment-free for a whole year! DON'T MISS THIS INCREDIBLE OFFER! 20 Centre St. N., PATE QuRS: n. to Wed. oun town We validate 9:00 10 6:00 FURN ITURE (905) SS parking in Thurs. & Fri. oo 0» 1O224 Centre St. garage. 9:00 10 9:00 Since 1934 Sat. 9:30 10 5:30 Sun. Family Day tiful buffet dinner at the Catho- lic Hall in Port Perry. Congatulations to Dr.. and Mrs. Peter Noble who welcomed the birth of a baby for New Year's. Eldon and Jean Fee of Black- stock spent New Years Day with Dorothy Munro and Rae. Their grandchildren Stephen and Becky Delore of Janetville enjoyed a few days with their grandparents. Earl and Elizabeth Taylor were guests of Earl's sister in Cannington for Christmas. Of course, Earl and Elizabeth's own children and grandchil- dren were in-and-out visitors during the holiday season. Marg Gerard of Toronto visit- ed a few days last week with Betty and Norman Tapscott. The Vanuden family were all 'home over the holiday. Tammy and Martin Lamb of Blackstock and Martin's brother Garry Lamb visited during the holi- day. Don't forget the Epsom-Utica UCW third Wednesday of the month at the home of Clara Jones in Uxbridge. Elva Kerry spent several days recently with Donna and Jeff Ireland in Uxbridge, but had Christmas at her home with her family, including Bill and Betty Stearman and Kate of Ingersoll, then the Kerry family descended on the home of Glen and Shari Kerry for a lovely New Year's feast. Cloyne and Jeanette Stear- man and Mark Kerry were Elva's New Year's guests. The Basters needed a rest so enjoyed a weekend at Marion and Jack Barnett's cottage near Minden. We were sorry to learn of two fires in our area. Our Sympathy to the Kerry and Irwins in this loss. The little skating®rink across the road is in full swing now, a lot of work for the fathers but they are enjoying it too. Also our boys are having games and fun at the Uxbridge Arena. That father and son game was exciting! Don and Janet Lehman were pleased to have his mother from Oshawa and a brother from Guelph and a sister from Bancroft for a family gathering on Sunday at the Lehman home. EMMERSON INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED 193 QUEEN ST., PORT PERRY, ONT. LIL 189 (416) 985-7306 GENERAL INSURANCE NATIONAL VG A Division of 8 | National Victoria and Grey Trustco 1 YEAR ANNUAL INTEREST 5.25% - 5 Year Annual - Rates Subject to Change without Notice. PORT PERRY STAR OFFICE CENTRE 188 Mary St., Port Perry ALL LINES OF TRUST 0 w i LAMINATING Phone: 985-7383 » Fax; 985-3708 PS -- in eT a aa"