Buildings Face Wrecking Ball Councillor Questions Road Changes to Gibb Street and Olive Avenue in Oshawa

$1.00 Your Independent Local News Source Vol 2 No 32 JUNE 20 2007 Buildings face wrecking ball Councillor questions road changes to Gibb Street and Olive Avenue in Oshawa

By Jessica Verge The Oshawa Express

Nearly 30 downtown Oshawa buildings may face demolition if a decades old idea comes to fruition. A study completed in May examining the feasi- bility of connecting Gibb Street and Olive Avenue determined a technically preferred alignment that would result in the removal of 29 buildings and impact another 66 properties, including a portion of Sunnyside Park, with modifications required for Photos by Jessica Verge/The Oshawa Express porches, staircases, driveways and lawns. The notion of connecting Gibb Street and Olive Avenue has been on the books since the 1960s, first Fiesta fun at Oshawa city hall and then, following its forma- Above, a young dancer represents the Carribbean community at the Fiesta tion, the Region of Durham, whose staff members Parade this past weekend. At right, Mikayla Pereira, left, and Fatima Araujo now control the fate of the project. from the Northern Portugal pavilion make a few slight adjustments before The proposed connection, which has been they head off in the parade. For more on the Fiesta Parade and Fiesta Week, endorsed by the majority of Oshawa councillors, see page 11. would result in a new roadway connecting Olive Avenue to Gibb Street from Ritson Road to Stevenson Road and is aimed at increasing east- west road capacity. Task force attracts 30 “We definitely confirmed there is a need,” says James Garland, project manager in the Region of A doctor shortage persists task force has recruited 28 fami- Health and has been in contact Durham’s works department transportation design despite some strides in attracting ly physicians, five of whom with 116 new physician candi- division. physicians to the area. opened an office practice dates. Without the connection, Oshawa would experi- Oshawa has welcomed near- between January and May 2007. However, Oshawa is still ence significant congestion by 2012, Garland ly 30 new family doctors since Also between January and experiencing a doctor shortage. added. While a final estimated cost has not been 2004 thanks to the efforts of the May 2007, the task force recruit- “We now need 27.5 more determined, he says it will be a multi-million dollar local Physician Recruitment ed two physicians who will open new physicians,” said task force project with construction expected to begin in Task Force. practices this summer, referred member Fred Ball. 2011. Since September 2004, the 10 specialists to Lakeridge See OSHAWA Page 6 The environmental study is currently in its fourth phase, which includes public meetings, con- firmation of the route, identifying the specific addresses that will be impacted and finalizing the Senior dead after church crash report. It will be available to the public for 30 days. A 72-year-old Oshawa man the roadway and struck the front hospital, the driver, Augustine If the finalized study meets Ministry of the died in hospital after the vehicle door area of the church. Mullan, 72, of Edenwood Drive, Environment standards and is approved by region- he was driving collided with a Damage to the front of the succumbed to his injuries. al council, the Region of Durham will move ahead church in Oshawa Sunday morn- church located on the northwest An investigation into the cir- with forming a detailed design and acquiring prop- ing. corner of the intersection was cumstances of the collision are erty, though they have been acquiring affected Witnesses reported that a quite extensive. still ongoing. Road and weather properties since the idea was first brought forward man was operating a 2006 The driver and his female conditions were favourable at more than 30 years ago. Dodge Caravan westbound on passenger were both transported the time of the collision and But not everyone approves of the connection. Taunton Road at the Simcoe to Lakeridge Health Oshawa by alcohol is not a factor, police “I think it’s completely unnecessary,” says Street intersection at 9:40 a.m. Durham EMS with what said. Investigators have not Ward 2 regional councillor Robert Lutczyk. “There and was in the process of chang- appeared to be minor, non life- ruled out a medical episode as a See OSHAWA Page 6 ing lanes when the vehicle left threatening injuries. While at the contributing factor. Pioneer Cemetery tour set for weekend Local residents can pay their respects to nal purpose. ried Stone’s daughter, Mary, with whom he Victorian Strawberry Social for $6. Oshawa pioneers with a tour through one of While the cemetery has been there since settled in Oshawa and had seven children. For information, call the church at 905- the city’s oldest cemeteries. the 1830s, the land was donated to the Ritson died in 1862 and his wife died 10 728-8143 or Alice Sheffield at 905-723- The Oshawa Historical Society is offering Wesleyan Methodist Church in 1837 for a years later. 3183. history buffs a guided tour of the Pioneer chapel and burying ground. At one point, In 1949, a memorial was erected by Cemetery, located on Bond Street just east of there were up to 133 stones in the cemetery Simcoe Street United Park and west of Are, as well as the Simcoe with the earliest recorded burial being Church “in memory Street United Church, which owns the title of Sabrina Dearbourn, age 24, in 1830. The last of those whose names the cemetery, on June 23 at 1 p.m. burial was Barbara Hurd Woon, age 86, in are inscribed hereon The tour is part of the church’s 140th 1906. One of the most notable names buried and of others not anniversary celebrations. Built in 1867 as the in the cemetery is John Ritson. recorded who also Wesleyan Methodist Church, the 66 Simcoe One of the city’s earliest settlers, Ritson sleep here.” St. S. church is the oldest standing structure came to Oshawa after running into some The tour will in downtown Oshawa still used for its origi- trouble in Ottawa. He was refused payment begin at the church for work and would and include demon- not accept an offer of strations of the land in lieu of cash. Casavant pipe organ Eventually he accept- and steeple bell, ed $100 as well as a which was once used horse and wagon, as a back up town fire which broke down in bell and can be heard front of Benjamin at least as far north as Stone’s house on Harmony and Kingston Road. Taunton. The tour Stone had built a will continue with a schoolhouse at which walk to the pioneer Ritson became the cemetery and con- The Pioneer Cemetery dates back to the 1800s and is one of first teacher. He mar- cludes with a Oshawa’s oldest cemeteries.

Suspect nabbed after Whitby Robbery Police have arrested a second suspect after a Whitby The female suspect was stopped inside the store and store and coffee shop were robbed earlier this month. held for police by the store clerk and a citizen. The Durham police executed a search warrant at an female suspect, 25, was charged with two counts of rob- address on Ronlea Avenue in Oshawa and arrested a 26- bery, obstructing police and breach of probation. year-old man. A 26-year-old man of no fixed address will be On June 5 at around 1 a.m., Durham police were charged with two counts of robbery, three counts of called to the Coffee Time restaurant on Taunton Road breach of recognizance, two counts of breach of proba- and Thornton Road in Whitby for a report of a robbery. tion and obstructing police. And on June 5 around 10:15 p.m., police were called Anyone with information is asked to contact police at to the Market Basket Variety store on Sawdon Drive in 905-579-1520 ext. 5360. Whitby. Cabbies attacked in South Oshawa Two teens are in custody after a pair of violent rob- The male victim, a City Wide taxi driver reported beries involving two different Oshawa taxi drivers. that he picked up two males at the taxi stand on Bond The attacks occurred within days of each other and Street just west of Simcoe Street in Oshawa. One both were in the same area of Oshawa. In the most male sat in the front passenger seat and the other male recent incident, Durham police were called to the area sat in the rear of the taxi, behind the driver. of Whiting Avenue in south Oshawa shortly after 1 The victim drove the males southbound on Centre a.m. on June 13. Street and continued onto Simcoe Street before The driver of a Taxi Taxi cab reported that he was pulling onto the dead end of Whiting Avenue, near the directed to the dead end of Whiting Avenue by two bike path. male fares he had picked up at a sports bar on Simcoe The male in the back seat grabbed the victim Street South in Oshawa. When they arrived at Whiting around the neck in a chokehold and demanded all his Avenue a male suspect in the back seat wrapped his money. The victim complied and turned over a small arms around the victim’s neck and applied a choke- amount of Canadian money. hold while the victim in the front seat produced a The suspects fled the cab and were last seen run- knife and demanded money. The victim complied and ning westbound towards the creek and bike path. the suspects fled with some money. The two males, one 19-year-old male of no fixed Two male suspects were arrested on Simcoe Street address and an 18-year-old male of Dorchester Drive shortly before 3 a.m. on June 13. in Oshawa, have both been charged with two counts Previously a taxi cab robbery occurred on June 7 of robbery and two counts of breach of probation. around 4 a.m., when Durham police were called to the Police believe that the two males are responsible area of Whiting Avenue in Oshawa. for both cab robberies. Man faces child porn charges A 46-year-old Oshawa man is facing child pornogra- computer and images were seized. phy charges after a computer shop technician discovered Police also executed a search warrant of the suspect’s child pornography on a computer brought in for service. residence and seized a computer, a large quantity of On June 15 around 3:30 p.m., police attended the CDs, floppy disks and VHS tapes along with a large Tech Squad Computer Shop on Garden Street North in quantity of printed pictures. Whitby for a report of child pornography discovered on On June 17, police arrested a 46-year-old man, a res- a computer. ident of Simcoe Street in Oshawa. He is charged with A store representative advised police that the comput- possession, distribution and accessing of child pornogra- er was brought into the store two days earlier and left for phy. service. While attempting to repair the computer, a tech- Anyone with information is asked to contact police at nician discovered images of child pornography. The 905-579-1520 ext. 5349. Bank robbery suspect turns self in Police got some assistance nabbing a robbery the similarities between the man and the suspect suspect. responsible for the RBC bank robbery and contact- A man turned himself into police at around 3 ed police investigators. The suspect was taken into p.m. June 15. He custody and charged. claimed he was turning himself in for an out- A 35-year-old man, of no fixed address, is standing Canada Wide Warrant for violating his charged with robbery. parole. Anyone with information is asked to contact The police officer at the front desk recognized police at 905-579-1520 ext. 5361.

Page 2 JUNE 20 2007 School board approves 4 per cent increase The Durham District Ministry’s prescribed frame- He says the provincial gov- School Board approved a work, the provision of the ernment determines the fund- $567 million annual operating instructional spaces necessary ing model and there has been budget and an $11 million to accommodate the no change to the tax mill rate annual capital budget for its Ministry’s Primary Class Size for several years. 2007-2008 school year. Reduction initiative. Also, “This balanced budget will This represents about a 4 $2.2 million has been set allow the DDSB to enhance per cent increase in spending. aside to purchase portables, academic programs in a safe “The Durham District which will be funded on an learning environment while School Board is pleased to interim basis from the Capital meeting provincial require- once again pass a balanced Reserves. ments for the 2007-2008 budget that will continue to Superintendent of business school year,” says Board chair support quality public educa- Ed Hodgins says the budget and Ajax trustee Marilyn tion for our students and our includes changes in salary and Crawford. “We look forward staff,” says Chris Braney, wages, provisions for addi- to working with the Ministry Pickering trustee and chair of tional teachers to reduce class of Education to find ways to the education finance com- size in the primary grades, an fund our changing and mittee. “I would like to take increase in elementary prepa- increasing needs at the this opportunity to thank staff ration time and cost of trans- Durham District School and trustees for their consid- portation for students. Board.” erable efforts in balancing the Hodgins says the board A complete report of the Board’s budget despite the does not set the rate for local budget can be found on the challenges involved.” taxpayers, even though the board’s website at The new budget will allow board’s budget is looking at www.durham.edu.on.ca. for salary increases within the about a 4 per cent increase. Region finds Oshawa beaches safe Oshawa’s beaches are Uxbridge, Kinsmen Beach in Central in Clarington, open for swimming , however Scugog and Rotary Park in Pickering Beach in Ajax, three others in the vicinity are Ajax. Thorah Centennial Park in closed. Beaches that remain open Brock and Whitby Beach in Samples from each of this week include Beaverton Whitby. Durham Region’s beaches Beach North and South in Throughout the summer, were taken for testing of ele- Brock, Bowmanville Beach Durham Region Health vated bacteria levels, which East and West in Clarington, Department will be conduct- would deem a beach unsafe Frenchman’s Bay East and ing weekly bacteriological for swimming. West in Pickering, Lakeview water tests to determine if The beaches that are Beach East and West in Durham Region’s beaches are closed include Elgin Pond in Oshawa, Newcastle Beach safe for swimming.

JUNE 20 2007 Page 3 Olive-Gibb connection won’t work 600 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 A region of Durham plan to connect Olive Avenue and Gibb Street to [email protected] improve the flow of east-west traffic phone: (905) 571-7334 is a flawed idea whose time has come fax: (905) 571-0255 and gone. JUNE 20 2007 The city is way behind on properly planning for traffic flow to account Volume 2, Number 33 for growth. Over the years, there has Publisher been very little thought given to thor- oughfares in the city, which would Greg McDowell allow traffic to move quickly and effi- Advertising Director ciently outside of residential areas. Kim Boatman Some cities planned for future Managing Editor growth by planning these expressways to feed traffic through the municipali- Wendy Gallagher ty from one side of town to the other. Copy Editor Places like Kitchener, Waterloo, Kim Downey Ottawa and other municipalities have Contributors such road patterns. But not Oshawa. Here, roads that Bruce Jones, Bill Fox, motorists must use to make for a Jennifer Weymark, quicker trip across town traverse Kevin LeGrand through neighbourhoods, like both Olive and Gibb streets. Publications Mail Residents are forced to use these local streets to get from one end of Agreement 41268024 the city to the other. There are no General vote hurts democracy Return undeliverable Gardiner Expressways here. Dear Editor: ernance for this city. It is disrespect- Beyond that, who ever expected Canadian address to: Both Olive and Gibb pass through ful to democracy as well as the citi- that politicians would vote for some- The Oshawa Express neighbourhoods and so even if the Contrary to the belief that munic- zens when politicians want to insti- thing they have publicly stated to be two roads were connected, traffic ipal government should be closest to tute a system that puts their interests “not best” for the city? We trust 600 Thornton Rd. S. must still pass through these residen- the people, Oshawa’s City Council before the citizens that they purport politicians to bring their best judg- Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 tial areas, which means reduced has voted to implement the general to serve. ment to issues and vote accordingly. speeds, frequent stops as cars turn vote for the election of our municipal Your recent conference in Calgary It appears that council knew what ISSN 1715-9253 onto side streets, lots of lights, and government thus insuring that the was well attended by Oshawa they wanted and then designed a The Oshawa Express is a publi- school zones. constituency of each municipal coun- Council members Mayor Gray and strategy to get it. cation of Dowellman Publishing cillor is almost twice the size of that Councillors April Cullen, Tito Dante Council has never communicated Corp which is located at 600 It’s true there is some streets in the Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa, ON, L1J of our Federal and Provincial mem- Marimpietri, Nester Pidwerbecki, Joe to the people what benefits are to 6W7 (905) 571-7334, Fax (905) 571- city allow for a faster flow, like bers. Kolodzie and Robert Lutczyk, four of come from the change or indeed what 0255, E-mail: [email protected] Harmony Road. Here the number of By moving to the general vote, whom voted in support of the change. was wrong with the ward electoral All advertising and editorial material published by The Oshawa connecting streets has been kept to a they have also taken away local Pidwerbecki is the introducer of the system, which appeared to be work- Express and Dowellman Publishing minimum and housing, for the most neighbourhood or ward representa- motion and prime supporter of the ing well since not a whimper of pub- Corp is for exclusive use of this pub- tion thus making all of our council change which he justified by 2 rea- lic dissatisfaction was ever expressed lication and cannot be reproduced part, is not allowed to front onto the elsewhere without prior permission. street. members less accountable to the peo- sons---1) It was time the question about it. Advertising Policy: Advertisers Realizing that continued population ple. They believe that all members was asked, and 2) Oshawa was get- Mayor Gray publicly stated in a must check immediately after first of council should be responsible for ting too large for the ward system. regular city council meeting that insertion of their retail or classified growth will mean gridlock, city coun- advertisement to ensure there are no cillors are looking at ways to relieve the constituency concerns of all city A confusing referendum question council had no responsibility to com- errors in the advertisement. The residents in this city of 160,000. was designed after a number of coun- municate information about the Oshawa Express and Dowellman the traffic pressure. Harmony Road is Publishing Corp are not responsible When Oshawa last had the gener- cil revisions whereby people had to change to the public prior to the vote for second or further insertions of the being widened, so that traffic can flow al vote for seven councillors prior to vote “NO” to retain ward voting and saying this was the responsibility of incorrect advertisement. Further, the easier from Hwy. 401 to the north end 1985, the vote was not responsible “YES” to reject it. The question car- taxpayers who were opposed to the The Oshawa Express and Dowellman Publishing Corp are not where new housing is going. for any change on council as all ried unfortunately, 1) In all probabil- move…incredulous! Is this democ- responsible for costs or damages for Taunton Road is being widened changes took place through the death ity because its confusion made it hard racy in action? a non insertion of an agreed upon or resignation of members which to understand, and 2) because coun- In addition, we believe that invita- advertisement. The editor has the through the city, as well, and some right to edit, change in any way, or years ago streets were made one-way, then left an open spot for fresh repre- cil’s strategy was to keep it as a low- tions should be tendered to Mayor classify an advertisement. The in particular through the downtown sentation. Because the experience profile “non-issue” and thus failed to Gray and Councillor Nestor Oshawa Express and Dowellman demonstrates that councillors could adequately inform the public about it Pidwerbecki to address your next Publishing Corp are only responsible core. for the cost of the advertisement not be defeated under the general or promote any public debate or dis- convention to explain the benefits of space that is taken up by an incor- But these moves are too little, too vote, the votes tendered at elections cussion. Council had a public meet- the general vote to municipalities and rect insertion, except in the case of late. These streets are not express- failure to notify The Oshawa Express were not real votes that made any dif- ing before the vote that was so low- perhaps even the process municipali- of any errors after the first insertion ways, and the many traffic lights slow ference whatsoever to the composi- profile that only two citizens attend- ties can follow if they too want to and then there would be no respon- traffic. Eventually, as the population tion of council. This is a lessening of ed. The result then was that voters introduce the general vote. sibility on the part of the The Oshawa Express and Dowellman Publishing continues to increase, our roads will democracy when the vote is ineffec- were confronted for the first time in After all, we in Oshawa believe in Corp. become more crowded and congestion tive in determining your political the voting booth by a convoluted sharing our political knowledge to will become a common problem. leaders. question about an important and make Canada a better place, and the In years past, as neighbourhoods In addition, out of the 109 council complex issue they had not consid- Federation of Canadian sprang up, the city lost its opportunity seats voted on over that time, not one ered, thought about, or discussed--- Municipalities organization has the of those seats was won by anyone in hardly a democratic process. mandate to communicate best local to plan for better traffic flow for the the half of the city south of King In adopting the general vote, governance practices across the land. future. Now, councillors are looking Street. Huge areas of the city were council voted to maintain the existing We don’t for a second believe that at half measures, like connecting not represented as most politicians city wards, a technicality that Oshawa’s moves to the general vote Letters to Olive and Gibb. It won’t work. came to reside in a few of the more allowed the politicians to implement would make us the laughing stock of Traffic will not flow much faster, affluent areas of the city. Eight of 15 the change without any possible citi- Canadian Municipal Politics but a the Editor unless both Olive and Gibb were council members came from one of zen appeal to the Ontario Municipal breath of fresh air for all others to fol- The Oshawa Express publish- widened and houses fronting these seven wards in the city and three Board for any outside and objective low. es every Wednesday in the City streets were removed, meaning less council members resided in one scrutiny of the merits and benefits of You may find more detailed infor- of Oshawa. Send us your com- traffic lights and less turning cars. But polling subdivision. This is a lessen- the change. mation about this change at ments, letters to the editor, sug- it is too late for this move. ing of democracy when the system is Most council members voting for www.oshawaspeaks.ca gestions. We’d like to hear from not inclusive of all demographics of the change say that they don’t sup- you. Please write to: As the city grows to the north, per- the municipality. port a change to the general vote but Bill Longworth, The Oshawa Express, haps councillors can plan better for It appears as if council members are voting in support of the referen- Chair/Founder VOTES (Vote to 600 Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa, traffic flow in this area. Let’s wait and are more interested in securing their dum result. Obviously they are sup- Eliminate Self-Serving Politicians) ON L1J 6W7 see what they do. council seats until death or resigna- porting a severely flawed process--- or email: tion rather than providing good gov- not the public will at all. [email protected]

Page 4 JUNE 20 2007 Celebrating student success Some suffered physical chal- The scholarship is awarded annu- evolution and lenges, others overcame learning ally to a student who is physically organization of disabilities and others still demon- handicapped, deaf or hard of hearing SLAM. She strated academic or artistic excel- or is vision impaired. Genge was helped to design lence. injured in a rugby accident in May and implement Whatever the case, Durham rec- 2004 as a member of the Junior the Grade 10 ognized some of its most inspiring Boys Rugby team and as a result, mentor SLAM students and young leaders at a spe- suffered a stroke. program on posi- cial ceremony Monday night at the According to Director of tive conflict res- Durham District School Board Education Craig Burch, “He has olution and con- office in Whitby. worked hard to function at a very tinues to follow Two Oshawa students were high academic standard despite sig- through on mak- among those awarded for their nificant limitations to his communi- ing it as success- excellence throughout this past cation skills. Not only has Genge ful as it can be. school year. overcome his physical limitations “It’s an hon- Both Andrew Genge and Lindsey with grace and confidence, but he our to be consid- Row of Eastdale Collegiate and also continues to be a confident, ered,” says Row. Vocational Institute in Oshawa, inspiring leader in the school both “It’s great to be a joined Aisha Omar from Pine Ridge inside and outside the classroom.” part of the lead- Secondary School in Pickering, “It feels awesome,” says Genge ership at Christopher Hardin-Phillips of to receive an award such as this. Eastdale.” Pickering High School, Danielle Row is the recipient of the Other student Photo by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express Johannes of Dunbarton HS and Chairperson’s Scholarship 2007 award recipients Andrew Genge, left, from Eastdale CVI received the K.D. Munroe Scholarship in the Adam Cook of J. Clarke Richardson worth $1,000. The award was estab- included: amount of $1,000 and Lindsey Row, right, from Eastdale CVI received the Chairperson’s Collegiate in Ajax in receiving lished by the board in May 2003 and - Omar, who Scholarship 2007 in the amount of $1,000. 2006/07 awards. is to be awarded by the board chair was the recipient high academic achievement and icant contribution to the arts through Genge received the K.D. Munroe to a graduating student who exem- of the Human Rights and Peace who will continue studies in a liber- active participation in extra-curricu- Scholarship, a $1,000 scholarship plifies excellent leadership and citi- Scholarship Award in the amount of al arts program at the post-second- lar activities. awarded to a graduating student who zenship and who has well represent- $500. The award is given to some- ary level. - Cook, who was the recipient of is going to university or college. ed student issues to others. one who demonstrates a history of - Johannes, who received the the Grant Yeo Award 2007 valued at The award is named after Row has been involved in many leadership in human rights and Pauline Laing Scholarship. The can- $1,000. The recipient must be iden- Kenneth D. Munroe, who served as levels of leadership at Eastdale. She fighting discrimination and has a didate must have demonstrated tified with a learning disability, is a director of education with the pub- represents a positive role model for history of building social harmony excellence, outstanding ability and pursuing education beyond the sec- lic school board from July 1971 to many of her peers. and peaceful communities. dedication in one area of the arts, ondary school level, is active in December 1983. When he retired, Currently, she is co-chair of the - Harding-Phillips, who was drama, dance, visual arts or music school life, provides service to the the public board established the Eastdale Eagles Mentorship awarded the David Snoddon and is continuing study in the arts at school or community and has shown scholarship fund to recognize his Program called SLAM (Student Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 the post-secondary level. As well, personal growth throughout second- outstanding service to education for Lead Advisory Meetings). Row has and given to someone who demon- the recipient must have made a sig- ary school. 37 years. been a driving force in the continual strates financial need, demonstrates nif- Autofest event seeks hot rod for parade of champs Oshawa’s Motor City Car This car will represent The Oshawa Express at the Autofest Soapbox Derby. Club is gearing up for an Autofest event aimed at kids and fam- fourth place winners. All participants bring their hot rods to Lakeview Park ilies. have a chance to win prize draws. Last on the Sunday to display their cars and The club will host its 7th annual year, two bikes, a DVD player, a take part in the Autofest show. One car soapbox race on August 25 as part of Nintendo game system and a skate- will be chosen to take part in the the 14th annual Autofest show, which board kit were given away. This year’s parade of champions and be awarded takes places August 24 to 26. derby is sponsored by Canadian Tire the Motor City Car Club’s pick. The derby offers young people a on Gibb Street, Trillium Overhead Those interested in buying a soap- chance to get involved in the festivities Doors, Keyon Drywall, Professional box kit like the one created for the with a race on Bond Street from Centre Collision, Pinnacle Transport and Oshawa Express can visit www.way- to Arena Street that draws participants Fitzsimmons & Sons. coolkits.com. from Perth, Smith Falls, Prescott, Registration begins on Bond Trenton and London. Street at 8:30 a.m. with the race The Autofest derby offers racers a beginning at 10 a.m. Spectators chance to participant in one of five dif- are welcome. ferent classes, from Hobby street class, All cars will be inspected which usually attracts enough racers to prior to the race to ensure an require two separate races, to Stock aircraft cable is used for all cars, which are very aerodynamic and steering controls and there is a made from kits that come from the break that contacts the pave- United States. Car classes—including ment. The car must be built so Hobby Street, Hobby Pro, Stock, that the driver is enclosed in the Super Stock and Masters—are deter- car and their feet cannot touch mined by wheel size and type of car. the road. All drivers must wear Trophies will be awarded in each helmets. division for the first, second, third and Racers are encouraged to

JUNE 20 2007 Page 5 Oshawa Superintendent still takes on roll of short board director A new director has been announced for province. The Board of trustees is the Durham Catholic District School extremely impressed with Paul’s portfolio 27.5 Board. in Catholic education as one that is con- After a month-long search, superinten- sistent with our Mission Statement.” dent Paul Pulla has been named as direc- Pulla has been superintendent of edu- tor of education and will assume his new cation with the Catholic board since doctors position on Aug. 1, 2007. 1998. Previously, Pulla was prin- “Mr. Pulla, a graduate of the cipal of St. Mary Catholic OSHAWA From Page 1 Durham Catholic District School Secondary School in Pickering. In 2004, the Ministry of Health and Long- Board, brings with him over 30 An Oshawa resident, Pulla is Term Care designated the city with a shortage years of experience as a Catholic multi-lingual and has an exten- of 40 family physicians. educator. We are blessed to have sive background in multicultur- Since 2004, 15 doctors have changed or Paul as our new director,” says alism and is recognized for his closed their practices or retired. board chair Mary Ann Martin. volunteer service in the commu- The task force has also partnered with “Paul’s love of his faith, passion nity. Lakeridge Health to seek commitments from for Catholic education, commit- Paul Pulla He is also a founding member medical universities to place medical students ment to family as well as his of the Multicultural Council of and residents in Oshawa. strong leadershipskills were strongly evi- Oshawa Durham. A survey conducted by the task force also dent throughout the interview process. “We look forward to working with our found that 11 per cent of patients visiting a Mr. Pulla is very enthusiastic about his leader and will continue to keep him walk-in clinic were without a family physi- new role as Director and will continue to (Pulla) in our prayers as he takes the posi- cian. They are unable to determine how many work with our partners in Catholic education of Director of Education for our Oshawa doctors have patients from outside the tion in Durham as well as throughout the Catholic School Board,” Martin added. city or how many Oshawa residents visit doctors located in other municipalities. Changes to impact properties Plans are underway for a big in 2010. Detailed designing will extension is needed to conclude The extension will require a makeover to some of downtown start as early as 2008 and improve- future phases of their development new two-lane connection of John Oshawa’s roadways. ments to Eulalie Avenue and land proposal. Street between Albert and Drew Following the recent comple- acquisition in 2009. Properties also face losing Street. As well, pavement will be tion of an environmental assess- At least one property, 130 Court yardage or driveways. These widened along Eulalie between ment approved last year, city coun- St., is severely impacted by the include 115 Albert St. (United Drew and Ritson from an existing cil endorsed a plan to connect John John Street East extension as the Steelworkers of America), the resi- 7.5 m to 10 m from Drew to Clarke Street East, between Albert Street road is designed to cut right dence at 139 Albert, the parking Street and 10.25 m from Clarke to and Drew Street, to Eulalie Avenue, through it. The abandoned industri- facility at 71 Bruce St., commercial Ritson. An improvement on Ritson between Drew Street and Ritson al lot that once served as the property at 174 Ritson Rd. and the at its intersection with Eulalie to Road South. Fittings site is also bisected but residence at 184 Ritson Rd.. include north- and southbound left Now that council has given their plans are underway by condomini- According to a city staff report, turn lanes is also planned. OK, the environmental assessment um developer Medican the extension would also increase The John Street East extension, will be filed with the Ministry of Developments to turn the land into east-west traffic capacity and sup- including property acquisition and the Environment and, if no objec- residential units. Medican informed port other existing and future devel- all improvements, is estimated to tions arise, construction will begin the city that the John Street East opments in the area. cost $1.43 million. Oshawa streets looking to merge Oshawa From Page 1 connection plans. is a movement to try and stop this.” “These roads need immediate He disagrees attention,” he says. with the region’s While the pro- findings that show a posed alignment need to ease east- “These has been endorsed west traffic conges- at city hall, Oshawa tion. roads need council is currently There will be no awaiting more huge demand,” says details from the Lutczyk of traffic immediate region with regards flow, adding that the to several related city’s plans to con- issues including: nect John Street and attention” -potential realignment of the Eulalie Avenue Robert Lutczyk (SEE STORY Michael Starr Trail; ABOVE) will be -costs associated enough. with relocating items at Sunnyside Lutczyk believes the region Park; should be - identifying future vacant lands concentrat- that will remain from properties ing on that need to be acquired; and repairing -details on city road and inter- Gibb and section impacts and costs associat- Olive, ed with remediation of any contam- which he inated lands within limits of route. believes Because the project is under the have jurisdiction of the region, the city become will not be subject to construction neglected as costs but will have to pay for con- a result of struction of new sidewalks and the possible street lights, which will be confirmed during detailed design

Page 6 JUNE 20 2007 Exploring Oshawa Step back in time at auto museum By Jessica Verge The Oshawa Express Canadian What began as a place for local businessmen to store their antique auto- Automotive mobiles is now a tourist spot attracting car enthusiasts from around the Museum world. But you don’t have to 99 Simcoe St. S. be a motorhead to appreci- Cost: $5 for adults, $4.50 for ate the history found at the seniors and youth aged 12 to Canadian Automotive Museum. 18, $3.50 for kids aged six to While the museum did- 12 and free for kids under six, n’t open until 1962, the family passes (two adults, two modest two-story down- kids) are $13.50. Group rates town Oshawa structure are available. was built in a car dealer- One of four of the Canadian Automotive Museum’s Rolls Royce’s, this car is part of the Hours: Open daily except for McDougland Collection, which was donated in 1995. ship in the 1920’s. In 1961, antique automobile Christmas Day, Monday to owners rented out the Friday 9 to 5, Saturday and place to hold their prized Sunday 10 to 6. possessions. The following year, they decided to let the public take a look at their engine was known for its dura- collection and the Canadian bility and reliability, once oper- Automotive Museum was born. ating almost constantly for 24 “We do have some of the days during a rash of fires in rarest cars in the world,” says Kentucky in 1937. receptionist Kim Chrapek, refer- The museum pays homage to ring to the approximately 65 Oshawa’s early days with several vehicles on display, ranging from vehicles from the McLaughlin an old fire truck to Colonel Sam Carriage Company. On display is McLaughlin’s original carriages. a 1914 model donated to the For those more interested in museum in 1996 and even a perusing history than appreciat- piano box buggy that would have ing the automobile, they might been used prior to the creation of find the museum a quick visit. the automobile. According to the The vehicles on display are museum, Sam McLaughlin used impressive, often the buggy on display during the beautiful relics from another Second World War when gas was time. True automobile buffs will in short supply. appreciate the collection of The 1908 Tudhope-McIntyre museum artifacts perhaps more is another early vehicle in the than the uninitiated. museum’s collection, only reach- On the museum’s first floor, ing 30 mph and selling at a price visitors can take a look at the of $550 once upon a time. four Rolls Royce’s on display, The museum has its share of one of which was owned by Sir more modern cars, as well, with This 1949 Galt Gas Electric, made in Galt, Ontario, is the only one of its kind in existence. John and Lady Eaton of Toronto. the 1965 Amphicar proving to be John’s father Timothy was the a highlight. The German vehicle, founder of Eaton’s department which crossed the English stores. Nicknamed Ladybird, the Channel from France to England, 1912 Silver Ghost Limousine is could travel up to 75 mph on one of three Rolls Royce’s pur- land and 10 mph in the water chased by the Eaton family that with the flick of a switch. year. The 1914 Galt Gas Electric All the Rolls Royce’s are part was also ahead of its time as one of the McDougald Collection, of the earliest attempts at a fuel- which was donated in 1995 and efficient vehicle. The gasoline accounts for the some of the engine would turn a turbine to museum’s most valuable and power the car electrically and rarest pieces. The collection also stores extra power in batteries includes a 1926 Isotta Fraschini, beneath the car’s floor. The a 1931 Alfa Romeo and a 1926 Canadian Automotive Museum’s Bugatti. Galt Gas Electric is the only one The Isotta Fraschini is a Tipo in existence. 8A model, which was the only For more information, call the car the company produced dur- Canadian Automotive Museum ing the early 1920s and was a at 905-576-1222. luxury reserved for high society. Italian dictator Benito Join Oshawa Express Mussolini and Pope Pius reporter Jessica Verge XII were among those as she finds out what who owned them. Oshawa has to offer Another impressive when it comes to sum- rarity offered by the mer fun. Got a place museum is a 1926 Ahrens you’d like to see her go? Fox Pumper. The well- Call 905-571-7334 or The German-made Amphicar, which came on the market in 1965, was able to travel at made early model fire email news@oshawaex- 75 mph on land and 10 mph on water. press.ca.

JUNE 20 2007 Page 7 South Oshawa celebrates summer Durham Regional Police Services host South Oshawa Community Day

Ontario Regiment Cpl. Erin Osborne applies camouflage paint on Kalyb Wharton, 5.

From left, Melissa and Jessica Sergeant and Courtney and Brittani Czop make snow cone serving a team effort as they dish out the treat to those attending South Oshawa Community Day. Local Metis share culture Durham Region’s Metis community is pay- ing tribute to the history and customs of their culture with a Metis Heritage Celebration this weekend. The Oshawa Metis Council is hosting the June 23 event at the Brooklin Community Centre, 45 Cassels St. E. in Brooklin, to share the arts, crafts and entertainment of their heritage with family, friends and the public. The event runs from 2 to 9 p.m. with Metis games, displays and demonstrations of traditional leatherwork and beadwork. There will also be bannock making and fiddling, including a fiddle display by Senator Ruth Wagner-Millington of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Another featured event will include a dramatization of Louis Riel’s wife’s life by Amy White. Also on hand will be Trapper Bob, a jigging workshop and performance by Lawrence “Teddy Boy” Houle, a jigging contest, silent auction and a 50/50 draw. There will also be Native Canadian and Métis tales and legends, live music by Charlie Fife, the Shwa Drummers of Oshawa, a potluck dinner, and more. For more information contact Cecile Wagar at 905-668-1612 or Rob Pilon at 905- 725-7635.

JUNE 20 2007 Page 8 Tennis players bounced Tennis enthusiasts who In 1994, the city agreed for 2007. play their sport at Alexandra to let the hospital redesign, Whether or not council Park may have to look else- replace or relocate park approves the hospital’s use where for a court for the facilities during its redevel- of the courts, city and hospi- next two years. opment. tal staff have determined Lakeridge Health The tennis courts, which that it would be unsafe to Oshawa is looking to use the were constructed approxi- operate the courts during tennis courts as a construc- mately 35 years ago, are construction because of tion staging area while it open for public use and their proximity to the park- adds three additional levels occasionally occupied by ing garage. to its parking garage. O’Neill CVI classes during The hospital has also Construction is scheduled to the school year. The city agreed to replace the tennis begin this fall with expected collects no fees for use of courts upon completion of completion in the spring of the tennis courts and no the construction at a cost of 2009. bookings have been made $50,000. Wanted: new deputy chief The Durham police will Chair Terry Clayton. The Durham Regional search its ranks to find a Looking within the force Police Services Board new deputy chief. will make the process expects that interview will The position opened shorter and less costly. take place during July and a recently after former Ewles replaced Vern final selection will be made deputy chief Mike Ewles White, who was Durham’s before August. was promoted to police police chief for 18 months. The Durham Regional chief. White left in May to lead Police has traditionally “We feel there are peo- the Ottawa Police Service. employed two deputy ple within our own Stan MacLellan, the chiefs. The new deputy will force…that are quite capa- Board’s Strategic Human work along side deputy ble of doing the job,” says Resources Director will chief Chuck Mercier. Police Services Board lead the search process.

JUNE 20 2007 Page 9 Photo by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express Back row from left: Cory-lynn Ouellette, Jade Macri, Kailah Macri, Jennifer McCracken, Zachary Henry and Taylor Ouellette (front centre) are all getting ready for the Canadian National Championship Roller Skating competition at Donevan Recreation Complex in Oshawa on July 7 and 8. Locals aim for national

Photo by Courtney Duffett/The Oshawa Express Taylor Ouellette, 9, is practicing her spins for the upcoming Canadian National championship Championships in Oshawa. By Courtney Duffett upcoming championships. “I like participating in the National amount of training involved. ing the summer months, and at The Oshawa Express going to have fun and seeing what Championships in July. As well, She says she’s definitely ready Kingsway College during the winter other people can do.” Macri will be traveling to Fresno, for the upcoming competitions and months, because there is no available A local roller skater hopes to roll Ouellette has been roller skating California to participate in the can’t wait to compete. floor time anywhere else. her way to a national title. since about the age of 4. Pacific Coast Regional “I’m nervous, but I really like She says the sport is popular in Oshawa resident Taylor “I like it because it’s a lot of exer- Championships on June 24. them,” Macri says. “I like competing other countries including the U.S. Ouellette, 9, is preparing for the cise,” she says. “I like doing the Macri has been roller skating against other people.” and Europe, and is also recognized upcoming Canadian National Roller jumps and doing programs to the from the time she was about 9. Roller skating is a year round by the Canadian Olympic Skating Championships, which takes music.” “It’s fun,” she says. “I like doing sport, but Pam McCracken, treasurer Committee. McCracken feels that place July 7 and 8 at Donevan Whitby resident Kailah Macri, jumps, spins and doing different rou- for the Whitby Roller Skating Club, the sport is not as popular in Canada Recreation Centre in Oshawa. 16, is one of the oldest senior roller tines.” Macri adds that the hardest says the club only practices at because of limited floor time all year “I’m excited,” she said about the skaters in the club. She will also be part about roller skating is the Donevan Recreation Complex dur- round. UOIT adds vets Oshawa Dodgers dodge defeat The Oshawa Dodgers had a balls and strikes in the sixth five innings of four-hit baseball. great weekend of play after inning. He gave up four runs, none of winning two of three games. Calway opened the scoring which was earned. Kelly struck to hockey team The Stratford National took with a two-run out seven batters. The University of Ontario Provincial Junior A League. the first game of the double single in the first Kevin Wallace Institute of Technology is wel- Turner also has Junior A header Saturday defeating the inning, but 11 earned the save coming four new recruits to the experience, playing for the Andrew Shennan Dodgers 13-4, but the Dodgers innings would by pitching the UOIT Ridgebacks men’s varsi- Seguin Bruins from 2005-07 came back to win the second pass before the last four innings ty hockey program. and was the leading scorer for game 3-2 after 12 innings. Dodgers would without allowing Andrew Shennan, TJ Legge, the past two seasons with 42 On Sunday against the score again. any runs, and Jason Fransky and Dustin goals and 90 points combined. Kitchener Panthers, the It wasn’t until striking two out. Turner will begin in the 2007- The Ridgebacks are taking Dodgers came out with a win the 12th inning Brett Prosper 08 year. to the ice with OUA head coach 19-4. that one team had two hits and Shennan has five years of Marlin Muylaert, on Oct. 12 for Dodgers player Matt Tosoni could break away four RBIs for the OHL experience. their first historic OUA game. was saddled with the loss as he from the tie. Dodgers, including a three-run In 2001-02, he was drafted The Ridgebacks will be facing Dustin Turner yielded five earned runs and During Sunday’s game home run in the fifth inning. by the Barrie Colts. He has also off against the Queen’s eight hits and a walk through against Kitchener, the Dodgers Steve Lewis connected for played for the Erie Otters, the University Golden Gaels. three innings. And he got two dominated the Kitchener five hits however the Panthers Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds The puck drops at 7:30 p.m. batters on strikes. Panthers 19-4, making up for deprived him of a sixth in the and the Toronto St. Mikes For more information about For Oshawa, Ken Calway Saturday’s loss against the sixth. Majors. UOIT Ridgeback tickets and had a single and a three-run Nationals. The Dodgers next home Legge and Fransky were schedules for next season’s home run in the bottom of the The Dodgers scored 13 runs game will be against Guelph on teammates in 2005-06 and games, visit www.uoitridge- seventh, as well as four RBIs. in the second inning. June 20 at Kinsmen Stadium in played for the Port Hope backs.com. During the second game, Scott Kelly picked up the Oshawa at 7:45 p.m. Predators in the Ontario Jason Fransky Calway was ejected for arguing victory for Oshawa, pitching

Page 10 JUNE 20 2007 Fiesta Week fun unfolds

Visitors to downtown runner-up. The Roma The Fiesta fun continues EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT EL STAVROS Oshawa were treated to a trip Pavilion took home the hon- until June 23 with cultural Steve Raeburn (9 p.m.) and around the world this past our for Best Ethic Float and pavilions open across the city Eric Lambier (8 p.m.) weekend as the 35th annual the President’s Trophy. There offering food and entertain- - 557 King St. E. Call 905-576-6999 or visit Fiesta Parade rolled into the were special categories for ment. A Fiesta passport must www.elstavros.com. city. children who came out to be purchased to enter a pavil- Hundreds of citizens lined represent their heritage. The ion and can be purchased at Thurs June 21 King, Centre and John Belgrade Pavilion won for all pavilions at a cost of $8 Streets to watch as the down- Best Kids Participation on a for adults and $4 for seniors. Central Lake Ontario Fisheries town become awash with the Float and Club Loreley was Children aged 14 and under Management Plan open house - colourful sights and sounds awarded Best Kids are free when accompanied Gagnon Sports, 385 Bloor St. The of marching bands, dancers, Participating Walking. The by an adult. Central Lake Ontario Conservation music, costumes--all cour- winner of the Overall Best For more information, Authority is offering the public a chance tesy of local cultural centres Float Category was the City pavilion locations and hours, to learn more about local fisheries. 6 to and community groups. of Oshawa. visit www.fiestaweek.ca. 8:30 p.m. For more information call The festivities continued 905-579-0411, ext. 109. in Memorial Park with a con- cert from musicians and Sat June 23 dancers representing Oshawa’s Fiesta Week pavil- Pioneer Cemetery Tour - Simcoe ions. Street United Church 66 Simcoe St. S. The Oshawa Folk Arts 66 Simcoe St. S. The Oshawa Historical Council recognized a number Society is offering a tour of the church of parade participants for and the cemetery located on Bond their efforts with awards Street. 1 p.m. For information, call the handed out to the Northern church at 905-728-8143 or Alice Portuguese Centre for Best Sheffield at 905-723-3183. Community Group, Filipino Heritage Community for Thurs June 28 Best Ethnic Group and the Elodie Maple Hraynyk, 3, enjoys the parade Oshawa Portuguese Club as with her dad Jason. How to Use a Computer Mouse workshop for seniors – Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre, John Street Branch, 43 John St. W. Free class runs from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Those interested in attending can call 905-576-6712 and speak to Ellen Oliver or Jim Grieve. Pre-registration is required to reserve a seat.

Wed July 4

TD Summer Reading Club launch party - Oshawa Public Library, McLaughlin Branch, 65 Bagot St. Children aged 5 to 12 are invited to this Wild West themed event. 2 p.m. For more information, contact 905-579-6111 Dressed in traditional garb, these members of the Filipino ext. 5256. Heritage Community took home the award for Best A performer from Club Carib wows the crowd with his elaborate ensemble. Ethnic Group.

Eddie Zupancic, with the Slovenia cultural club, Sophia Masur, almost 2, and her warms up his accordion skills before playing brother Harrison, 4, wave at parade before the crowd at the Fiesta Parade. participants with their mom Elaine.

JUNE 20 2007 Page 11 Police urge restraint during party season Durham police are urging parents to set house party rules for the summer. During the summer, parents often leave their houses to enjoy their cottages. Often times, their teenage children are left home alone. Police have been called to several house parties in the past few years, which resulted in significant damage to the residences. A small get together with friends, some- times with or without parental permission, can escalate into a large house party. In some cases, the teenage “hosts” have tried to shut down the party because it got out of control, but were unsuccessful. Items inside the home, like television, vases and art- work, are damaged or destroyed and other items go miss- ing. The son or daughter is reluctant to “snitch” on their friends or, in some cases, too intoxicated to remember who was present in the home. In some instances, guests at the party are shown valu- Kayley Stone, 5 months, (left) seems to object to her cousin, 2 month old ables, even weapons and several weeks after the party, Liam Monaghan (right), falling asleep on her. But these cousins are actu- the house is broken into and these possessions are stolen. ally the best of pals. Over the last few years, the Durham Regional Police The Oshawa Express would like to remind its readers to still send Service (DRPS) has investigated numerous incidents Express Perfect Pet pictures in to run bi-weekly to the where parents have returned home to discover their Echo Baby feature. homes destroyed. In some cases the investigations reveal that upwards of 100 unwanted youths were inside their home. In one case, the loss of personal items and the damage to the home exceeded $20,000. Durham College honours grads On the evening of May 4, a house party in the Brock Close to 1,400 graduates will be mechanical drafting diploma, than 40,000 students, helping more Street and Victoria Street area of Whitby resulted in a celebrating their success with family Backwell is also a 1979 graduate of and more become successful profes- great deal of damage. The entire residence was ransacked and friends at the General Motors the Durham College Mechanical sionals every year. - an expensive marble table was turned over and broken Centre in Oshawa this Friday. Technology program who has com- Offering more than 100 programs and a $1,600 barbecue was thrown over a balcony. Three different graduation cere- pleted additional programs at and courses, Durham College Police are hoping to prevent such incidences by urging monies will be held throughout the Ryerson Polytechnic Institute, the enables students to success in their parents to talk to their teenagers about the dangers and day to recognize the accomplish- Canadian Institute of Management careers and make a difference in the responsibilities of hosting house parties. Go over the ments of this year’s graduates. and North Texas Central College. world. ground rules. Ask a relative, friend or a neighbour to Ron Backwell, a 1969 This award-winning leader has been Students from the schools of keep an eye on the home and let them know that Mechanical Drafting program alum- a professional business manager Emergency Services, Integrated teenagers will be home alone. Let teens know someone nus and member of Durham since 1988 and is currently president Studies, Justice, Applied Sciences will be monitoring his or her activity. College’s first-ever graduating class, and owner of Backwell Quality and Technology, Communication Anyone with information about wilful damage caused will speak at all three ceremonies, Systems, a consulting firm, and was Arts, Design, Skilled Trades and at house parties is asked to call police at 905-579-1520. which will also see the 2007 named a Durham College Alumnus Apprenticeship, Business, Health Alumnus of Distiction winners pre- of Distinction in 1992. and Community Services and sented with their awards. Since its inception in 1967, Information Technology will gradu- In addition to obtaining his Durham College has graduated more ate this Friday. Pioneer Cemetery a hidden gem for a church and a cemetery. What is Street United Church decided to interesting is that there appears to clean up the cemetery and ensure that have been burials on this land prior to the cemetery was properly main- 1847. Records indicate that the earli- tained in the future. The plan was to est burial at the site was that of turn the old cemetery into a memori- Sabine Dearborne in 1830. She was al garden. This was accomplished by the wife of Samuel Dearborne. lifting the headstones, cleaning them The Methodists had the oldest and placing them into a cairn located congregation in the Township and at the center of the property. There soon outgrew the church beside the has been a long held belief that at this cemetery. Construction of a new time, many of the remains were The Pioneer Cemetery located on church on Simcoe Street, now known removed and re-interred at Union Bond Street is one of Oshawa’s hid- as Simcoe Street United Church, Cemetery. Further research has den gems. One of the city’s oldest, it began in 1867. Upon completion of shown this to be false. is located on the south side of Bond the new Church, the old building on Today, title of the property is held Street, almost across the road from Bond Street was sold and then by Simcoe Street United Church, but Ontario Motor Sales. removed. The cemetery remained the property is maintained as a park The land originally belonged to and in order to protect it from pastur- by the City of Oshawa. A tour of the Mr. John B. Warren, who owned a ing animals, a high wooden picket cemetery will be held on Saturday, mill that was located where the park- fence was constructed. In the early June 23 as a part of the on-going ing garage is on King Street, across 1900’s the high wooden fence was Simcoe Street United Church the road from City Hall. Mr. Warren removed and replaced with a more Anniversary Celebrations. For more received this land as part of a crown modern wire fence. information or to reserve your spot grant. In 1847, Warren donated a par- The cemetery fell into disrepair. for the tour, please contact Simcoe See Last Week’s answers Page 15 cel of land to the Methodist Church In 1945, the Board of the Simcoe Street United Church.

Page 12 JUNE 20 2007 Tap water passes test Drinking water in a sampling of Whitby ing water inside each residence. What we homes showed lead levels are within an found is that the results were below the reg- acceptable range. ulated amount set by the Province of ARIES: March 20 to April 19 LIBRA: Sept 22 to Oct 23 Durham Region works department has Ontario,” he added. You are feeling good and looking good You could run into a snag on a project completed its testing of residential tap water Although the Region doesn’t have any these days, so go out with friends to you are trying to complete. Resolve a for lead. Twenty-one homes were tested. lead water mains in its municipal water sup- meet other singles. Married people relationship issue with a child or a “This testing was done in response to the ply system, water testing is completed rou- should enjoy recreational activities with romantic interest on June 25. Go out and order from the Ministry of Environment, tinely to ensure the water is of high quality. their partners. Money potential increases. have fun, but do not neglect your health. TAURUS: April 19 to May 20 SCORPIO: Oct 23 to Nov 22 however we routinely test Durham’s munic- The concern is for older homes that may The personal goals you have been work- Do not get involved in power struggles at ipal water supply and lead levels are consis- have lead service in the internal plumbing ing on now start to fall into place. Enjoy home or at work. Let reason prevail. tently below the regulated amount set by the system. Residents are reminded that the a new cycle of vim and vitality. Resolve Plan a weekend away to reconnect with Province of Ontario,” said John Presta, Region is responsible for the water hook up, a conflict between home and career on your partner. director of environmental services. “These which runs from the municipal water supply June 25. Getting along with in-laws is much easier now. test results were as expected.” service line to the outdoor shut-off valve. GEMINI: May 20 to June 21 SAGITTARIUS: Nov 22 to Dec 21 Do not sign financial papers or invest Be cautious with legal, travel and money The results showed lead levels were Any pipes from the shut-off valve to the tap money without reading the fine print. matters and cope with a faster pace at below the Ontario Drinking Water Quality are the responsibility of the homeowner. Things are slower than you like for the work. You might consider going back to Standard of 10 micrograms per litre. Potential sources of lead in drinking next few weeks, so why not just relax school to retrain for a different career. The tests were completed in accordance water include copper pipes with lead solder, and enjoy it. Take up Yoga or meditation. Favourable week for sports and romance. with an order made on May 23 from the and brass faucets or fittings containing lead. CANCER: June 21 to July 22 CAPRICORN: Dec 21 to Jan 19 Be open to networking opportunities or Showcase your skills and talents to all Ontario Ministry of Environment to test res- In newer homes, lead is less of a concern volunteer for a leadership position in a the right people. If you are thinking of idential tap water for lead, following lead since water service lines, distribution lines, group. Enjoy social events with friends. starting your own business, this is a good contamination concerns in London, Ontario. and solder are lead free however, older You may have to deal with a financial time. Avoid making costly financial mis- Some older homes may be exposed to lead homes may have lead service lines. challenge on June 25. takes. in drinking water if materials in the home’s Because drinking water can interact with LEO: July 22 to August 22 AQUARIUS: Jan 19 to Feb 19 plumbing contain lead. plumbing that contains lead, residents who If you are involved in a rocky relation- Take off your rose coloured glasses and ship, you can experience a stressful view your partner in a realistic light. Homes with lead-based solder, or brass are concerned about lead contamination in week. Resolve problems and get things Give him/her your full attention. Family faucets containing lead are potentially at the plumbing can follow a few simple steps back on track. Schedule rest periods to gathering and home repairs are spotlight- risk. to avoid exposure. cope with a few hectic weeks on the job. ed over the next few weeks. About 35 municipalities across Ontario Run the cold-water tap for five minutes, VIRGO: August 22 to Sept 22 PISCES: Feb 19 to March 20 were ordered to test their drinking water especially after it has been standing in pipes Set a new direction and work on new Communications at work is this week’s supply by the Chief Drinking Water for several hours. Use only cold flushed personal and business goals. By mid greatest test. Make sure your co-workers July, your new path will come more know exactly what you mean. Confirm Inspector. water for preparing food and drinking, such clearly into focus. A long distance move dates, times and places before you go out “We tested the required 21 older homes as when making baby formula or juice. As may be in the cards. and socialize. in Whitby,” said Presta. “The water samples well, hot water is more corrosive and may were taken from a tap that is used for drink- therefore contain more lead.

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DRIVER NEEDED- A permanent, part-time driver AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOTIVE needed to deliver newspapers in Oshawa. Must have a valid G driver’s licence. Please call Circulation at 905-571-7334 for details. 2007 NEW NISSAN 2003 TOYOTA VERSA - 4,000 km. COR-OLLA LE - Call 9 am - 5 pm 905- Auto, air, pw/pl and 571-2388. more. Only 23,000 km, HELP WANTED $14,995. Call Fendy or FT/PT shifts daily, 7 days a week. 2007 SONATA GL -4 Tai at Durham KIA 905- Earn $12 hr. Contact us today! cyl, auto, air, loaded, 721-2600 ext 3. 1-888-974-JOBS or sunroof, 40,000 km, $17,295. Call Fendy or www.1888974jobs.com Tai at Durham KIA 905- 2003 FORD ESCAPE 721-2600 ext 3. - FWD, V6, auto, air, loaded, 40,000 km, 2002 Diesel Cargo Van $16,995. Call Fendy or BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES - One Ton, Great Tai at Durham KIA 905- Working Truck! Money 721-2600 ext 3. Maker. 77,000km Ask ENTREPRENEUR For Bill at Durham Ki 2003 MAZDA TRIB- OPPORTUNITY 2005 DODGE SX -4 UTE - Auto, loaded, Serious about looking for a part time business? cyl, auto, air, AWD, and 83,000 km, $13,995. Have the drive and motivation to make an exec- more, 52,000 km, Call Fendy or Tai at utive level income? Desire more control over $9,995. Call Fendy or Durham KIA 905-721- your income, Future? Tai at Durham KIA 905- 2600 ext 3. Call Shannon 905-914-3316 for interview. 721-2600 ext 3. 2003 FORD F150 4X4 2004 PONTIAC SUN- - 4 dr, pwr sunroof, fully FIRE - 4 cyl, auto, air, loaded, 118,000 km, FOR SALE 66,000 km, $9,995. Call $21,995. Call Fendy or IT WORKS! Chip Truck with 3 fryers and all acces- Fendy or Tai at Durham Tai at Durham KIA 905- sories. Needs some work. Stationary. Paid KIA 905-721-2600 ext 721-2600 ext 3. Call $3,500 but now moving. Must sell! Sacrifice 3. 905-571-7334 at $1,800 OBO. First reasonable offer 2002 BUICK takes it. 905-245-0364 2004 KIA MAGEN- LESABRE - V6, auto, TIS - 4 cyl, auto, air, leather, loaded, pw/pl/pm AWD, more, $12,995. Call Fendy or SERVICE 90,000 km, $11,995. Tai at Durham KIA 905- HOME REPAIR HOME REPAIR Call Fendy or Tai at 721-2600 ext3. RELIABLE Durham KIA 905-721- PAINTERS & FOR SALE FOR SALE 2600 ext 3. 2002 HYUNDAI DECORATORS DOYLE CUSTOM SANTA FE -FWD, CARPENTRY PAINTING 2003 KIA SORREN- auto, V6, loaded, 83 PAINTERS - Exper Interior & Exterior Ryan Appleton BUY QUALITY LUMBER TO - Loaded, power km, $12,995. Call ienced Contractors with Renovations Painting Contractor seats, 4x4, 122 km, Fendy or Tai at Durham * Doors & trim IT WORKS! FOR LESS car and tools needed for Interior/Exterior From the Mill $14,995. Call Fendy or KIA 905-721-2600 ext subdivisions in GTA. * Drywall, painting Call 905-985-9649 Tai at Durham KIA 905- 3. Call Monday to Friday, * Bathrooms for FREE ESTIMATE Call Decking, Flooring, Siding (Cedar, Pine, Oak, 721-2600 ext 3. 7 am to 5 pm. 905-814- * Kitchens Quality 905-571-7334 Maple & Ash, etc.) V-Grove. 8629. * Basements Workmanship Starts at $1.15/sq. ft. Jeff: 905-697-2106 “Generation to HIGHLAND FOREST PRODUCTS Generation” www.hfpwood.com DENTAL DENTAL DENTAL FOR SALE 705-457-3192 1-800-567-7114 SERVICE EXPERTS

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FULLY TREED - 1.5 APARTMENTS FURNISHED room 1 ROOM FOR RENT acre lots across the AVAILABLE - Gibb for rent. Separate - Room for rent, $350 street from Lake Street. Laundry room, entrance kitchen & per month, limited Scugog, only minutes to appliances included. bathroom Available cooking, pets okay. town - $119,000. Also 2 Senior rate. Call 905- immediately 1st & last, Prefer employed male, acre lots starting at 723-8288 between 9 $100 per week. Call non-drinker. Call 905- $180,000 in the town of am and 4 pm. 905-576-1702. 903-1022. Port Perry with fabulous views of the lake and access to the lake in a prestigious develop- The Voice of the Community ment. Call 905-424- www.oshawaexpress.ca

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CARTIER, Linda Jean

Peacefully, at Lakeridge Health Corp. Bowmanville, on Sunday, June 17, 2007. Linda (nee Myers) in her 54th year. Beloved wife of Greg for 31 years and loving and devoted mother of Scott. Dear daughter of Audrey and Eugene DeBeaupre and loving sister of Rob and Carolyn. Relatives and friends will be received at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St.E., Oshawa (905-433- 5558) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held in the chapel on Friday, June 22, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Cremation. Donations made in memory of Linda to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

HENKELMAN , Orma Mae (nee Skinner)

Went home to be with the Lord, in her 85th year, while surrounded by her family, on CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Sunday, June 17, 2007. Married for 62 years, she loved and was deeply loved by her husband, Frank, and their children Audrey Bauman and her husband Wayne; Alan INFORMATION Henkelman and his wife Karen; Joan Butler and her husband Bill; Janet Dinnick and her husband John. To Reach The Oshawa Express Orma was a wonderful grandmother and great-grandmother to Andrea Taylor-Borg (Eric) and daughter Rebekah Taylor; Janet Whitson (Tim) and sons, Nathanael and Caleb; Jessica Bauman; Bryan Henkelman (Erika); Craig Henkelman; Jennifer Phone: 905-571-7334 Stanley (Andrew); Jacky Butler; Brent Butler; Kevin, Christopher, Lauren and Fax: 905-571-0255 Nathan Dinnick. She is fondly remembered by her sister, Ruth Weales and husband Don; and sister-in- [email protected] law, Jean Henkelman (Vic) as well as many nieces and nephews. Throughout her married life she lived in Sarnia and North York, before returning to Residential Classified Ads her hometown, Oshawa, during her retirement years. Orma’s Christian faith was her foundation in life. As a result she served in many capacities in the churches she $21 (plus gst) for 25 words attended, including being an organist for over 20 years. She was a volunteer with The Downtown Yonge Street Mission and the CNIB in Toronto, a member of a rug-hook- Business Classified Ads ing guild, and an avid gardener. She travelled extensively around the world. Orma will be remembered for her warm hospitality as she welcomed family and friends to $25 for a 1 col x 1” (Boxed) her home and to her cottage in the Muskokas. $39 for a 1 col x 2” (Boxed) Relatives and friends may call at MCINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, (plus gst) 152 King St. E. Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 pm. Service will be held at CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 300 Rossland Rd. E at Ritson Rd. N, Oshawa (905-433-2960) on Thursday, June 21, 2007 at 11 am. Interment Oshawa Union Cemetery. In memory of Orma, donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church or The www.oshawaexpress.ca Gideons.

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