WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, AUGUSI 12, 198 1, PAGE 15 Whitby Free Press YOUR DINING PLEASURE with Barry Murka r.... The Filling Station is home for.... Durham I The Flling Station at 94 Slzncoe Street North, Oshawa, bas a unique attraction that no other restaurant in Durham Region can boast, at least as far as 1 know; and that feature is an ice cream bar. Just imagine I You can go to the ioe cream bar, choose your favourite ice cream or creams, add your choice of syrupe and nuts and, make your sundae, ice cream concoction, or whatever you choose to Report from Q ueen 's Parlk By THE HON. GEORGE ASilE, MPP (PC - Durham West) Ontario Minister of Revenue Acid raï fight The Governument of Ontario is leading the fight to proteet the environment against the harmful effects of acid rain. A new program bas -been launched by the Ontario Mimistries of the Environment and, Natural Resources. A five-year experimental lake neutralization study has begun which will test the short termn effectiveness of liming as an artificial buffer against acid ramn. Two areas have been selected for study. The neutralization experiment in the Muskoka/Hali- burton area wiil test the effectiveness of the technique in waterbodies which have not already become acidifed, and is the first such test of its kind. In the Sudbury region, the project wilI determine whether the process can successfully rehabilitate lakes already damaged by acid ramn. It is expected that iming as a rehabilitative measure will help lakes recover, but Iong-term damnage may mean that the waterbodies cannot be restored to their original natural condition. The success of artificial neutralization in rehabilitatîng plant and fish stock wilI be measured alongside the economies of pursuing such a project in the long term. The serious threat that acid rain poses to life in our lakes and souls cannot, however, be removed by these measures alone. This experiment is an interim step to buy time, and while it is being conducted negotiation on abate- ment measures and intensive research on the problem wil continue. We have to get to the source of the problem. Air pollution knows no jurisdictional boundaries and in- ternatinoal concerted effort is needed to remove its detriniental effects. The Government of Ontario bas taken a leading role in bringing acid rain to the attention of the public. We bave aiso pushed the federal gover- nment to get working on an international air pollution control agreement with the United States. Last summer, the Memorandum of Intent was signed by Canada and the United States. t represents an important first step in iaunching in- ternational action, but the current U.S. administra- tion does not hold the agreement in the sanie iight of importance ai did the previous. Both the federal and Ontario governments are trying to impress upon the U.S. the urgency of the probleni and the need for tighter emission control standards. Meanwhile, the Ontario government has already taken a leading role in abatement action. We bave imposed stringent regulations on the Inco plant in Sudbury to bring sulpur emissions to an acceptable level. We have asked Ontario Hydro, to take im- mediate action to control its sulpur dioxide emissions. We are Iearming much about how acid rain reacts in our environment through extensive research and through projects such as the one just beginnrng. Our scientists are also developing sophisticated long- range transport models to help us predict the im- pact of varlous pollution sources on our environ- ment.^ I Legionl call it. Thisis not only a treat for the eidren, but aduits too, and I know, because 1 was at the ice cream bar and I made myseif a sundae like I could neyer get anywhere else. Man it was good. This was the second tirne that Joy and I visited The Filling Station, and it was just as enjoyable as thc first time. We were met at the door by the owner, Bruno Posteraro, and ushered to a table that had been especially reserved for us. Louise, the waitress, was very attentive and gave us excellent ser- vice. She served Joy with a red wine and I had red. For dinner, Joy had the deep fried zucchini with baked potato, then the Station Platter which consisted of Bar- B-Q ribs, shrimp and chicken. I had the Steak and -Chicken, which was also a hefty plate for a light eater, but it was good. This too, included saiad, baked potato and rolls. Both of us enjoyed our dinner very much, and I can say here that for the quality and the price, you would have to travel a good many miles to beat it. We'both ate until we were stuffed, which in our way is the best com- pliment we can extend to the chef. As I said, this was our second in- vitation from the management to dine there, and both of us can truthfuily say that despite the incressed costs in food, the quality at The Filling Station is atil top notch. Bruno joined us at the table after dinner, during which time he explained that he bufit the restaurant wnich opened in Septem-Tber, 19e. Finding business too much to handle alone he employed a sonly ice crea mbar young couple, Swen and Judy, to take care of the management. Hie is very pleased with the way the business has progressed, and despite the present economie slump, looks forward to better days in the not too distant future. The Filling Station caters to ail ages, from the kids at Durham College to businessmen and to familles. A disc jockey provides enter-* tainment on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday evenings. Whether it's lunch, dinner or a special oc- casion, we can recom- mend'The Filling Sta- tion as a dining spot that wll not only suit your appetite, but your pocket books. We suggest that The FMling Station wlth its sincere effort to provide reasonable price, wlll be around for a long Urne serving the people of Durham Region. Give it a try the firstchance you get, and we know that you wlll agree wlth everythlng we bave said about it. Le CHALET DINING ROOM, '100 Dundas Street, Whitby 668-4377 Long a favourite eating spot for people in Durham Region, Le Chalet specializes in Seafood,. Steaks and Roast Beef. They feature a businessmen 's luncheon from $3.00 and up. Dinner for two is from $15.00 and up. A salad bar is included with fuil course meals. Almajor credit cards are accepted. «__ For Reservations Cali 666-2811 Taes out service available THE GREAT WALL, 116 Dundas Street West, Whitby, 668-7021. A favourite eating spot for Chinese food loyers. A large seiec- tion of Canadian dishes also served. Prices range from $2.50 and Up for lunch, and $3.45 and up for dinner. Open from il a.m. to 1 a.m. weekdays, Friday and Saturday open titi 2:30 a.m. We are now fully licensed. The Management and Staff of The Prince Restaurant .and Dining Lounge would like to welcomne you to thei r newly Licenced Patio and Dlning Lounge Dini ng Guide McCANN'S FAMILY RESTAURANT Fish & chips, hot dogs, hamburgers, steak on a kaiser, etc. DAILY SPEICIALS THURSDAY HAMBURGER & LARGE FRIES $1.60 SATURDAY COD & LARGE FRIES. $1,75 93 Winchester Rd. Brooklin 655-4697_ Corne and enjoy the f Inest of cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. Seqifood Souviaki Prime RIbs New York Steaks Spare Ribs Terlyaki Steaks 1009 Dundas St. E. Whitby "0 -10 1 4*j la