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[ Briefly ] Ears an Easter idea for Pickering The cost of Pickering governance PICKERING — There’s no entry fee for participating in this year’s Taxpayers spend mittee March 27, detailing money His expenses came in at $16,841, meetings Pickering hosted, as well as Easter parade in Pickering. paid to members of council for sal- which included $5,212 for his cell- costs of meeting with residents. It begins Saturday, April 15 at 11 more than $450,000 ary, travel, expenses and benefits. phone and blackberry, $3,587 for “I must do three or four (meals) a a.m. at Sir John A. Macdonald Public on politicians in 2005 Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dick- meals, receptions and promotions, week with people who are coming School at 777 Balaton Ave. and fin- erson topped the list for expenses and $3,483 for conferences. into the city or with constituents,” he ishes at the Royal Canadian Legion, this year, outspending Ward 3 Re- The conference expenses were said. 1555 Bayly St. in Pickering. Enter a float, dress in costume, decorate By Danielle Milley gional Councillor Rick Johnson by mainly for the American Public Tran- Coun. Johnson had the highest ex- your bikes or wagons. Staff Writer $246. sit Association Symposium in Dallas penses in 2003 and 2004, but said he After the parade there will be an PICKERING — Democracy in “My only explanation is I do this last summer, he said, as well as some made an effort to decrease them after Easter lunch along with other various Pickering came with a $465,000 price job on a full-time basis and because one-day workshops closer to home. coming in at $20,134 last year. He activities. Registration is needed in tag in 2005. of that, it often is the case that I’m the Part of the meals cost was for bring- still spent $4,800 on outside agencies advance to be included on the par- The 2005 Remuneration and Ex- only councillor who is available all ing in snacks for breakfast for the ticipants’ list. penses report came to executive com- the time,” Coun. Dickerson said. four Seaton Net Benefit Committee ✦ See Some, Page A4 Forms are at the legion, by calling 905-839-2990 or e-mailing [email protected]. [ What’s on ] ARMED AND DANGEROUS OPG looks Deputy chief calls it a career way off into

PICKERING — Rod Piukkala is stepping down as Deputy Chief of the future for the Durham Regional Police Service. The veteran cop completes a five-year contract as deputy chief of operations for the Durham force in Pickering June. He’s announced he’ll retire, cap- ping a 34-year career as a police of- Refurbishment process ficer. Police Service Board chairman Doug Moffatt praised the deputy wouldn’t begin until 2014 chief for his accomplishments. “Deputy Chief Piukkala spear- By Keith Gilligan headed many proj- Staff Writer ects in his PICKERING — The project wouldn’t 34 years of start until 2014, but Ontario Power Gen- policing, and eration is already thinking of refurbish- in particular ing the ‘B’ side of the Pickering nuclear has made station. a lasting And, the company is looking ahead to and positive impact a similar project at Darlington in 2020. in Durham Pickering senior vice-president Pat Region,” he McNeil told the community advisory said. Rod Piukkala committee (CAC) last week that OPG Among is beginning the process of deciding the deputy chief’s initiatives in on whether to refurbish the ‘B’ side of Durham was the establishment of Pickering and the Darlington reactors. Durham police security teams at the “It’s a long lead time,” he acknowl- region’s nuclear plants, implemented edged, adding the time is needed if OPG after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist at- is “to make a rather significant invest- tacks in America. ment in the units.” In the next 18 months, “we’ll review [ Index ] the condition of the plants, not only to get them back online, but refurbished. Editorial Page, A6 “We don’t have a price yet. That’s one Sports, B1 of the challenges we assess over the next Entertainment, B3 18 months. Classified, B4 “There are three basic questions -- what’s the work, how much is the cost [ Call us] and when does it get done?” Mr. McNeil said. “We know what the work is. We General: 905 683 5110 have to rely on others on the cost. When Distribution: 905 683 5117 the work is done isn’t a decision of ours. General Fax: 905 683 7363 It’s the Ontario Power Authority’s. It’s Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 a big decision to refurbish a nuclear plant.” Pressrun 48,900 Planning the work is vital, as OPG was infodurhamregion.com heavily criticized after the refurbishment and restart of Unit 4 was significantly over-budget and well behind schedule. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo “The plan is to look at the differences PICKERING — Kevin Tait from Pickering bears down as he tries to pin his opponent during the amateur category at the Mike Gould Classic Arm Wrestling Championships, held on the weekend at the Park Place Sports Bar and Grill in Oshawa. between Pickering 4 and 1. Pickering 4 wasn’t well-planned. Pickering 1 was

✦ See OPG, Page A2 Putting race relations into younger words

Pickering students share ✦ Shiama Thiagesuiaran, of Nottingham at Pickering’s E.B. Phin Public School, ANNANDALE Read the winning entries. Public School in Ajax, placed first for her Natalie was the third-place winner in thoughts for e ssay contest Page B3 essay about life in a diverse community the Grade 2 to 5 category. Second place GOLF TOURNAMENTS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS making her own life more rich. went to Alexandra Ruhnke of French- lations and Equity, ‘In Your Words’ essay “I consider Canada to be a mini- man’s Bay Public School in Pickering for and MON.-THURS...... $395 By Crystal Crimi DINNER PACKAGES contest, came together at a March 22 world,” said Shiama. She added living her essay on the many things that make MON.-FRI...... $425 Staff Writer forum to share their thoughts on what’s with diversity has allowed her to be more people and communities diverse. WEEKDAYS ...... $56 FULL 7 DAYS ...... $945 WEEKENDS ...... $61.50 PICKERING — Life in a diverse com- great about diversity. The contest for stu- accepting of others. “It’s a lot like pizza -- the more top- COUPLES FULL ...... $1,645 munity includes a variety of foods, dents in Grade 2 to 8 featured more than In an interview, she said her role model pings you have the better it tastes,” said Plus GST, PST, Gratuities Plus GST Tournaments include Deluxe Hot & Cold Buffet friends and celebrations, according to 300 essays. The contest is offered with is her father, who’s from Sri Lanka. Alexandra. or your choice of N.Y. Steak etc. winners of a race relations youth essay support from the Durham and Durham “I’m glad we are all different because In the Grade 6 to 8 category, a fictional Plus stay on PAR with us at www.toronto.com/annandale contest. Catholic district schools boards and the that’s what makes us unique,” said Nata- CHURCH ST. at BAYLY, AJAX 905-683-3210 The six winners of Pickering’s Race Re- Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser. lie Sisson, reading her essay. A student ✦ See Ajax, Page A5

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✦ OPG from page A1 in 2009, Mr. McNeil said. at Pickering A “was a commer- The provincial government cial decision. It’s clear to us we well-planned, on time and on will make a decision could do the work on budget,” Mr. McNeil said. “We’ll if OPG is involved, he time and on budget,” very likely conduct an environ- stated. Mr. McNeil said. “The mental assessment for both “We’ll focus on im- decision was primar- plants, similar to what we did proving our assets, ily because of the state Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo with Pickering A.” Pickering ‘A’ and ‘B’, of the equipment. We The provincial government and Darlington, which don’t know how long will make decisions on who does we have done. they would be online the work, he added. “We want to mini- after we brought them High fashion Parts on the ‘B’ side will be re- mize the uncertainty back.” PICKERING — From left, Nora-Anne Bonomo, Wendy MacLean, Sharrisa Simon, Penny Barnes, Marlene placed, he noted. “We’re starting about our investment. CAC member John Cherrington and Pina Greco, are some of the models walking the runway tonight (Wednesday) at Papp’s on the assumption these have to We want to improve Earley noted the com- Restaurant. The Jones New York Fashion Show, a fundraiser for breast cancer research, starts at 7 be replaced.” how well we per- Pat McNeil pany “gained credibil- p.m., with gifts for all those attending, door prizes, and guest speakers shedding light on issues sur- With the work to begin in form.” ity” with its announcement not rounding the disease. 2014, the order of parts will start Not restarting units 2 and 3 to restart units 2 and 3.

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‘No one wanted’ in full operation. tionships on campus,” Mr. Po- 18-day strike Gary Polonsky, DC president, lonsky said. “We were able to said by Monday morning nearly touch base with faculty leaders all the students were back in the immediately, and as of 8 a.m. By Erin Hatfield swing of things and he couldn’t (Monday) we were ready to roll.” Staff Writer be happier. “I think we were supportive of DURHAM — Durham Col- “Everyone is just thrilled of the decision to put students right lege students were talking about course. No one wanted this,” Mr. back into classes,” Ms. Rautins classes Monday and not the re- Polonsky said. “Students didn’t added. cent strike, says Debbie Rautins. want this, faculty didn’t want College management and the “The students were the same this, management didn’t want it, union bargaining team signed as always,” said the vice-presi- but these things happen.” a March 24 agreement that will dent of Ontario Public Service Staff worked hard over the deal with issues through vol- Employees’ Union Local 354. “I weekend to ensure students and untary binding arbitration. Ms. didn’t sense any anger or hostil- faculty in Oshawa returned to Rautins said it is her understand- ity. From my point of view, ev- classes Monday. All full-time day ing the arbitration process could eryone was very happy.” programs at the Whitby campus take weeks or even months. Ms. Rautins said when the Os- resumed on Tuesday, as did con- “Obviously they are working hawa campus of Durham Col- tinuing education classes offered on it,” she said. “But it is still lege (DC) once again filled with at both the Oshawa and Whitby important that the money comes students following an 18-day sites. forward to improve education.” strike by faculty, the mood was a Plans set in place during the Exam week has been can- positive one. strike enabled Durham College celled, she said, adding most Most colleges across the prov- to quickly get up and running courses have been extended to ince were scheduled to go back again, according to Mr. Polon- April 28 and no student should to class on Tuesday or Wednes- sky. lose their year as a result of the day, but the Oshawa campus was “We have tremendous rela- strike. HE=H;II 7H9>Å 7:D;II Å JAMAICA PANAMA Royal Decameron $ Royal Decameron $ Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo “All Inclusive” 7nts (Ath/TS) 797 “All Inclusive” 7nts(Noli/TS) 747 (Apr 8 - 22) + $256.05 tax (Apr 3 – 17) + $191.05 tax A fine spring day SANTIAGO DE CUBA EUROPE SEAT SALE Brisas Sierra Mar $ Rome/Venice $ PICKERING — Spring has officially sprung and soon the waterfront right across Ajax and Pickering will be “All Inclusive” 7nts (Noli/TS) 697 May 7 – Jun 11 679 busy with outdoor enthusiasts, including Cal Thicke who was walking recently with his dog Chester. (Apr 2 – 23) + $199.05 tax Returns up to July 23 (Alba/5G) + $196.05 tax $ PUERTO PLATA London May 9 or 15 – 24 or 25 ...... 399* Paradise Beach Resort $ A CAR & Carrier of $ Athens May 4 or 11 – 12 or 18 ...... 699* “All Inclusive” 7nts (Noli/TS) ADVERTISING 397 $ WIN A CRUISE FLYERS The Week (Apr 2 – 19) + $274.05 tax Frankfurt June 3 or 5 – 9 or 16 ...... 599* IN TODAY’S (Noli/TS) *taxes $140 - $217 vertiser Gi`Z\jXi\mXc`[]fie\nYffbè^jfecpXe[jlYa\ZkkfXmX`cXY`c`kp%Gb^gi`Z\jXi\g\ig\ijfeYXj\[fe[YcfZZlgXeZp% News Ad Gifî\jjKiXm\cGclj`jXgifl[d\dY\if]%Fek%I\^%()+.00',''(+,'+%Gc\Xj\XjbXYflkfk_\i[\jkèXk`fejèk_\:Xi`YY\Xefi7C EHEDJE vrwÅ ?D=IJEDÅE7:Å ÅÅ@7N ryuxÅ 7MH;D9;ÅL;DK;Å News Advertiser 7IJÅE<Å>KH9>ÅJ 7IJÅE<Å>7HC79OÅL; z{vÄuswÄu{{z WWWPROGRESSTRAVELPLUSCA urwÄxvrÄzuv{ FOR * BouclairAjax/Pick. * Giant Tiger Ajax Lindsay Wednesday’s carrier of AND HELP YOUR * Home Outfitters Ajax/Pick. the week is Lindsay. She enjoys hanging out with LOCAL HOSPITAL * Mark’s Work WearhouseAjax/Pick. friends & playing with pets. She will receive a * Millwork Building SuppliesAj ax/Pick. dinner, pizza and movie voucher compliments of * News Advertiser Flyer Pick. McDonald’s, Boston Pizza and Cineplex Odeon. Tickets * PetSmart Ajax/Pick. Congratulations 1 for $20 Lindsay for being our * Real Estate Ajax/Pick. Carrier of the Week. 3 for $50 * Reno Canada Ajax/Pick. 7 for $100 * Sleep Factory Ajax/Pick. Ajax 10 Cinemas * Sport Chek Ajax/Pick. 248 Kingston Rd. East LAST CHANCE * Staples Business Depot Ajax/Pick.

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✦ Ajax from page A1 “Actually, what inspired me was that Whitby second place. I’ve seen so many faces from different Craig Conroy from Sir John A. Mac- story by Sean Towgood took first. A stu- races, I thought it would be cool to write donald in Pickering placed third for his dent from Sir William Stephenson Public a story about it,” said Sean. “I just hope essay on being respectful in a diverse School in Whitby, Sean’s story was about that one of these days we can have equal- community and that it’s what inside a new boy who came from India and was ity for all people and they can walk down someone that counts. He also talked bullied. In the story, Sean helps the boy the street without having to be worried.” about cultural activities undertaken in and ends up having dinner at his new A poem about snowflakes being the his own family, such as having to bring friend’s house, despite the questioning same and different at the same time his Scottish grandmother something be- of some other friends. earned Heidi Dienesch of Jack Miner in fore entering her home in the new year.

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Despite days of about 90,000 people and feeds our cities and towns,” he said. “While demonstrations, Durham prospects for the sector overall are farmers feeling left positive, some farmers face serious challenges. out of provincial budget “Ontario farmers need our help and they are receiving it with more than $800 million over the last three Provision of Additional By Izabela Jaroszynski years for farm income-stabilization Staff Writer Capacity for the Duffin Creek and support programs.” Water Pollution Control Plant DURHAM — Walter Pingle has The funding represents the second worked on the farm all his life. straight budget in which funding for York Region Along with wife Colleen, Mr. Pin- farmers decreased, this time falling gle operates Pingle’s Farm Market in from $1.4 billion to $896 million. Hampton, just a short drive north- “I’m not impressed with how they NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE east of Oshawa. Last week, he took cut the funding for agriculture,” Mr. time out from his business to join Pingle said. “It seems like agriculture fellow farmers at a rally in front of is being ignored.” Queen’s Park. The Ontario Federation of Agri- The Regional Municipalities of York and Durham are undertaking a joint study to identify the preferred “We were asking for some assis- culture (OFA) slammed the budget method of providing additional wastewater treatment capacity at the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control tance,” he said of the four-day dem- saying it provided no incentive for Plant (WPCP) to service future growth in the urban areas of York and Durham Regions. onstration, which included a convoy Ontario farmers to plant crops this of tractors circumnavigating the Leg- spring. Located in the City of Pickering, the Duffin Creek WPCP treats the wastewater flows collected by the York- islature building. Ron Bonnett, president of the OFA, Durham Sewage System (YDSS), which provides sanitary sewer service to portions of York Region But as the budget was released on released a statement shortly after the (Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Markham & Vaughan) and Durham Region (Ajax & Pickering). Thursday, it became clear assistance budget was revealed. Population and employment growth forecasted for the existing and future service areas of the YDSS will was not coming. Despite recogniz- “We need proof the Province is ultimately generate sanitary sewage flows beyond the existing capacity of the Duffin Creek WPCP. The ing the challenges faced by farmers serious about supporting agriculture Regions are seeking approval from the Ministry of the Environment to increase the average day capacity of -- the rising Canadian dollar, increas- in Ontario, and (this) budget offered the Duffin Creek WPCP from 420,000 cubic metres/day to 630,000 cubic metres/day. ing international competition, subsi- none,” he said. dies in other jurisdictions, and trade Expressing disappointment with This study is proceeding under Schedule C as described in the Municipal Class Environmental disputes -- the government did not the current farming situation, Mr. Assessment (June 2000) document. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) is a five- increase funding for the sector. Pingle said farmers will not give up phase process that includes an extensive evaluation of the impacts of proposed projects on the technical, Finance minister Dwight Duncan lobbying the provincial and federal natural, social/cultural, and economic components of the environment. We are currently finalizing the third did acknowledge farmers during his governments for long-term assis- phase of the study, which involves an assessment of the alternative design concepts for expansion of the budget presentation, but stopped tance. WPCP, and selection of a preferred expansion concept. Numerous studies are being carried out as part of short of agreeing to provide the as- “What can we do,” he said. “We have this phase to identify the potential impacts of the preferred expansion concept, and measures for mitigating sistance for which they were asking. to keep trying.” these impacts. The studies are scheduled for completion over the spring of 2006, and include a receiving “Ontario’s farming sector employs — With files from Torstar News Service water impact assessment, a natural features impact assessment, and odour, air emission, and noise assessments. The fourth phase of the study will involve the filing of an Environmental Study Report (ESR) for public review and comment. The ESR will include comprehensive details on the studies undertaken, data collected, issues raised by stakeholders, and any other matters covered during the study. The fifth Budget offers help for auto phase will involve the implementation of the recommendations. sector, says f inance minister DUFFIN CREEK WPCP LOCATION Border investment will Despite a strong Canadian dollar, Mr. Duncan maintains that Ontario’s help, but taxes still high economy is continuing to grow and prosper. By Izabela Jaroszynski “Ontario’s economy has created al- Staff Writer most 200,000 net new jobs since we DURHAM — The new Ontario bud- took office, about 90 per cent of them get contains help for the province’s full time. They were also primarily in manufacturing sector, Dwight Dun- higher-paying occupations,” he said. can said. For the thousands of workers fac- “We are home to Canada’s largest ing job loss in the manufacturing in- manufacturing sector, we are home dustry, however, those statistics offer to the continent’s leading auto sec- little hope. tor,” the finance minister said during To help these workers, Mr. Duncan his budget presentation speech. “To said he will create a $2.1-billion Jobs encourage this diverse economy, we and Skills Renewal Strategy, which must ensure the vitality of our invest- will include “a one-stop training and ment climate.” employment system that provides PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE Mr. Duncan announced money for programs for the quick retraining and PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE the improvement of borders, an issue rapid reemployment of workers af- of importance for the integrated auto fected by layoffs and plant closures.” Members of the public are invited to attend an Information Centre on Wednesday, April 5, 2006, between industry. On the subject of the auto industry, 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Ajax Community Centre, HMS Ajax Room, 75 Centennial Road, Town To increase capacity at Ontario’s Mr. Duncan said the government will of Ajax.Abrief presentation will commence at 7:00pm. Attendees will have an opportunity to examine and borders, he said the government is offer “ongoing support and strategies provide comment on the preferred expansion strategy, as well as the plans for mitigating impacts. We working with municipal, federal and to encourage the auto industry to encourage your involvement in this study. U.S. partners to make the Windsor make new investments in Ontario.” border a top priority. But Conservative opposition lead- Please visit the project web site at www.region.durham.on.ca/duffincreek forfurther information on this “We’ve already made highway im- er John Tory said the plan does little study. Project studies are being posted on the project web site as they become available. You may also provements near our border cross- to address the real issues facing On- contact either of the following: ings to help with traffic flow and tario’s struggling industry. safety concerns,” he said. “We’ll be “They could have provided some Mr. Rich Tindall, P.Eng. Ms. Adrian Coombs, P.Eng. moving forward with the federal gov- meaningful help to the manufactur- Project Manager Project Manager ernment on our $300-million invest- ing sector right now and they didn’t,” Regional Municipality of Durham Regional Municipality of York ment in the Windsor Gateway.” Mr. Tory said. Works Department Transportation and Works Department Dubbed the Let’s Get Windsor- While businesses will benefit from 605 Rossland Road East, Box 623 17250 Yonge Street, Box 147 Essex Moving Strategy, the money the investment in roads and transit Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 will go towards supporting the Wind- and from the five per cent cut in the Phone: (905) 668-7711, Ext. 3547 Phone : (905) 830-4444, Ext. 5098 sor Border Initiatives Implementa- province’s capital tax, Ontario still Toll Free: 1-800-372-1102 Toll Free : 1-877-GO4-YORK tion group (BIIG) that is expected remains one of the higher-tax prov- Fax: (905) 668-2051 Fax : (905) 836-4590 to resolve the congestion problems inces with a 14 per cent corporate tax gripping the border crossing between rate. Email: [email protected] Ontario and Michigan. — With files from Torstar News Service A/P PAGE A5 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 29, 2006 Ajax and Pickering students like their diverse communities

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Tim Whittaker Region must help Publisher [email protected] GM in time of need Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief [email protected] t’s time for Durham Region’s politicians to take a reality check and realize they need to step up to the plate to help keep a healthy Tony Doyle IGeneral Motors vibrant in this area. Managing Editor Many hundreds of millions of dollars in future earnings and tax [email protected] revenues are at stake if the auto giant does not win a bid to develop a flex manufacturing facility to produce a new vehicle once Plant No. 2 Duncan Fletcher shuts down in 2008. To make sure Plant No. 1 -- reborn as a flex manu- Director of Advertising facturing facility -- keeps on churning out a top-quality product and to [email protected] guarantee it maintains employment for thousands and thousands of workers, every incentive is necessary. To that end, the Region could Andrea McFater provide some help by eliminating its large industrial tax rate in the Retail Advertising Manager coming tax year, instead of waiting until 2008. [email protected] The issue came before the Region’s finance committee just last week, but was defeated on a 4-4 vote. Eddie Kolodziejcak The motion to cut the tax in 2006 was not supported by finance Classified Advertising commissioner Jim Clapp, who argued the large industrial tax had [email protected] been on a downward reduction for the past eight years. And cutting the tax for GM would mean it would have to be cut for other large Abe Fakhourie industrial operations, like OPG in Pickering and Clarington. To cut it Distribution Manager this year would add $12.06 to the average residential taxpayer on the [email protected] regional portion of his bill. It’s no secret General Motors is in crisis mode world-wide. The Lillian Hook company has been lurching from issue to issue over the past nine Office Manager months in an effort to cut costs, streamline production and find its way [email protected] out of a deep hole of red ink. Last year was a true roller-coaster ride for local residents, especially those who work at GM or those who work at Cheryl Haines supplier plants totally dependent on GM production. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Composing Manager Politicians and company men and women basked in the warm glow [email protected] of the $2.5 billion Beacon Project last March. Then, there was the hard Spend our the bridge fund to lessen the of course, is unlikely to stop the slogging of labour negotiations that wrapped up strike-free in Septem- impact on residents and also gun violence. The latest solu- Janice O’Neil ber. But just a few months later, in November, the other shoe dropped money wisely putting forth a motion to lower tion offered is to ban toy guns. Composing Manager and GM announced the 2008 closure of Plant No. 2 and a shift cut for the proposed 6.6 per cent to 5.9 Now everyone knows that the [email protected] later this year at Plant No. 1. To the editor: (still too much). only violence to be prevented But that wasn’t all. In February, it was revealed that if Oshawa Re: Time for Pickering to de- In closing, stop this insane there is from a trigger-happy [ Contact us ] wanted to bid for a flex operation (where more than one model can be liver tax increases in line with handing over of everything the police officer shooting some - built in a plant at one time), Local 222 would need to make hundreds inflation, March 15. police services wants without person with a toy gun thinking News/Sales 905-683-5110 of millions of dollars in concessions. The union agreed to do that, and Harry Selby is 100-per cent question. The portion of the it’s a real gun. That is not going Classifieds 905-683-0707 now awaits Detroit’s decision on the flex facility, expected in June. correct. We have a Pickering budget pie for police is now to stop the violence foremost in Distribution 905-683-5117 To make sure Durham gets this facility, which is absolutely critical council that is made up of equal to half the total budget. people’s minds. News Fax 905-683-0386 to GM’s future in this country, all levels of government must be on dreamers and they want ev- P.S. $90,.000 for a council Criminals need to know they General Fax 905-683-7363 board. The feds and Province need to offer incentives to make doing erything even though we can’t sound system -- get real. will be caught and that they E-mail business here competitive and the Region must help as well. afford it -- we must live within Richard Sutton will be punished severely. That [email protected] To delay a planned tax cut for two years for no sensible reason will our means. Pickering means people must get over Web address only kill the GM goose which lays all those golden tax-dollar eggs. GM My wife and I have been resi- their fear and start talking. durhamregion.com is the No. 1 company in this region and a show of support is in order. dents of Pickering for 17 years, People need to let their Mailing Address both retired and we are wonder- Toy gun ban not critical government know they sup- 130 Commercial Ave., ing what we can do about rising port tougher action on violent to crime prevention Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 LICK AND AY taxes (Pickering combined with crimes and increased police C S rising home assessments each presence. They need to come year now, instead of every two To the editor: forward when they witness vio- Publications Mail Sales This Week’s Question: Do you feel Durham Region was years). It is the responsibility of gov- lence. They also need to let their Agreement Number 1332791 slighted in last week’s provincial budget? Yes No I notice most of the suggested ernments at all levels to provide government know that police [ Hours ] cuts are piddling amounts from protection and security for its need training that will lessen - councillors and nothing major citizens. the chance of them shooting Cast your vote online at that would make a difference. Gun violence in some places innocent people (kids with toy General office: infodurhamregion.com One on the most ridiculous is making people feel that our guns). Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. projects I believe is the Hwy. streets are not safe. Govern- Finally, they need to let their 401 pedestrian bridge, abso- ments must appear to be taking government know when actions Distribution: Last Week’s Question: Do you think General Motors lutely not needed and it will action to counteract that fear in they are proposing are ludi- Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. should get a regional tax break to help encourage the auto have limited use -- kudos to the public. crous. Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. One of the solutions present- John Cousins, (Councillor) Rick Johnson’s re- [ About Us ] giant to remain in Durham Region? quest to defer $185,000 from ed is a total ban on guns which, Oshawa - The News Advertiser is one of the Total Votes: 462 Metroland Printing, Publishing and Yes: Distributing group of newspapers. 50.6 % You’ve got to rely on love when The News Advertiser is a member No: 49.4 % of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspa- the parenting tool drawer is empty per Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Cana- IN THE COMMUNITY dian Circulations Audit Board. Also Forget the books upon my shoulders just about a member of the Ontario Press paralyses me. Times when Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, and the advice I think, “Who in their right Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent when the water mind gave me this beautiful organization that addresses reader child to ruin.” complaints about member news- gets murky We flounder, we flop, we papers.The publisher reserves the reach spastically out to one right to classify or refuse any ad- another. We do our best. And vertisement. Credit for advertise- ometimes the job of par- hopefully, through the Grace ment limited to space price error enting is as easy as fall- Neil of God, we don’t mess them occupies. Editorial and Advertising Sing off of a log. up too badly. content of the News Advertiser is Other times it’s more like Crone And we love them. Thank copyrighted. Unauthorized repro- trying to build a space shuttle God we love them. Not be- duction is prohibited. out of Lego with no instruc- enter laughing cause of anything they do to [ Letters Policy ] tions. test us or try our patience but - Sometimes I think I’ve got There are times when I feel simply because sometimes, We welcome letters that include it all figured out. I’m Ward like I’m so out of it that I’ll in some ridiculously compli- name, city of residence and phone Cleaver, Glenn Ford and Bill have to sprint just to reach cated situations, love is, quite numbers for verification. Writers Cosby all rolled into one. stupid. frankly, all we have to offer. are generally limited to 200 words Other times I’m surprised Parenting is like that night- It’s the only tool in what and one submission in 30 days. We anyone would trust me to mare where you’re suddenly is very often a pathetically decline announcements, poetry, babysit their hamster. in the wrong classroom, at empty drawer. open letters, consumer complaints, It’s hard, this parenting someone else’s desk, staring I don’t know, I don’t un- congratulations and thank you thing. at a test you haven’t studied derstand, I don’t remember... notes. The editor reserves the Kim McLaughlin-Price/ citizenseye.com photo Mainly because it’s a mov- for. but I do love you. Thank God right to edit copy for length, style ing target. Just when you’ve And you can’t sit still as a indeed. Another pint in the bank and clarity. Opinions expressed by got a handle on feeding and parent. You do so at your own I’m hoping against hope letter writers are not necessarily changing and burping, you’ve peril, believe me. that Lennon was right when Pickering’s Richard Price marked a major milestone, donating his those of the News Advertiser. Due 100th pint of blood earlier this month at St. Bernadette’s Catholic got to throw all those rules out You have to stay alert, stay he said, “all you need is love” to the volume of letters, not all will Church in Ajax. and download the upgrade as on your feet, watch them like because more and more I’m fast as you can. hawks and listen as though convinced, as the speed of be printed. Fax: 905-683-0386; e- Kids change. Lord do they your life and theirs depended this parenting race gets ratch- mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. change, and fast. on it. eted up, that love is the only The newspaper contacts only those To see more entries from residents across You can tuck your little dim- Even then, understand that real credential I’ve got. whose submissions have been cho- Durham and to submit your own, visit citizens- ple-cheeked sweetheart into you will miss stuff. In the final analysis, all of sen for publication. /4 ey&e.com, the Metroland Durham Region Media bed one evening only to wake You will miss little clues, the wisdom, all of the advice, Group’s citizen submission website. The page up to a complete stranger the little tell-tale signs of trouble all of the instruction, all of the [ Proud Members Of ] is dedicated to the submissions and photos of - readers from around Durham. next morning. or change or upheaval. Guar- experience, all of it, is piled The kid has shot up four anteed, you will drop the ball precariously on one small, inches overnight and is sud- on occasion. And then, of sturdy, scuffed-up little item Do you have a photo to share with our readers? denly using your razor. His course, you will kick yourself called love. If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share frontal lobe has expanded for being so blind. All parents Durham resident Neil with the community we’d like to see it. Send your photo, along with a and he’s thinking about stuff are cursed with 20/20 hind- Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for written description of the circumstances surrounding the photo (max. you haven’t boned up on. sight. ONTARIO PRESS COUNCIL 80 words) identifying the people in the photo and when it was taken He’s reading Kafka and you’re Parenting is humbling. his columns. to: The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Or, sitting there with Goodnight There are times when the Follow Neil’s BLOG e-mail photos to [email protected]. 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JUSTQUICKCLICKS FROMDOWNTOWN0ICKERING CITYOFPICKERINGCOMMUSEUM P PAGE A8 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 29, 2006 Teens saw church youth Derailment damages 50 new General Motors vehicles Cause of early morning leader embrace girl mishap investigated Horseplay led to She said Mr. Rofaiel started to chase her By Jeff Mitchell after she tossed one of the balls at him. Staff Writer groping, court told The girl told Ontario Court Justice DURHAM — Approximately 50 ve- Ronald Richards she ran into an office hicles were damaged when railway cars By Jeff Mitchell and that as she tried to leave the room, left the tracks at an automobile shipping Staff Writer Mr. Rofaiel blocked the doorway. She yard in south Oshawa early Tuesday AJAX — Several young witnesses said she turned her back to him and morning. have testified they saw a youth leader tried to push her way out. No one was hurt in the incident, which embracing a teenaged girl in the door- When Mr. Rofaiel wrapped his arms occurred around 3 a.m. said GM spokes- way of a church office as she struggled to around her body the girl knelt down, the man Stew Low. He said the company is free herself. judge heard. It was then, the girl said, taking part in an investigation of the ac- Some of the Crown witnesses, young- that Mr. Rofaiel pushed up her T-shirt cident, which took place at the Gen-Auto sters aged 14 and 15, also said they heard and groped her. shipping facility on Stevenson Road near the girl cry out in distress as she tried Several other youngsters who were Philip Murray Avenue. to disentangle herself from the arms of present that night testified they saw Mr. “Three empty rail cars derailed and 24-year-old David Rofaiel during an eve- Rofaiel with his arms around the girl, but struck some vehicles,” Mr. Low said. ning gathering at the Rossland Ridge none could say exactly where his hands “The best estimate was it was 50 ve- Bible Chapel building in June 2005. were. A couple of the children testified hicles in total.” Mr. Rofaiel is charged with sexual as- the girl cried out for help as the embrace The vehicles sustained varying levels sault and sexual interference in connec- lasted and that she ran out of the build- of damage, said Mr. Low. A dollar value tion with the incident. A 14-year-old girl, ing in an agitated state. for the cars affected hasn’t been deter- whose identity is protected by a court “You could tell (the girl) wanted help,” mined. CP Rail, which owns the rail cars order, alleges the man groped at her said one teenaged girl who testified. involved, is leading the investigation into breasts after the two engaged in horse- The witness described the girl as Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo what caused the accident, and GM is play at the Ajax church. “frantic” after the encounter. An official walks past an area of wrecked cars at the Gen Auto Shippers Ltd. yard at also participating. The incident occurred The girl was the first witness called by “She told us she was sitting down and in south Oshawa. An apparent train derailment damaged approximately 30 cars in the at Gen-Auto Shippers Ltd., a company prosecutor JulieAnn Barrett at the trial, he was lifting her shirt and grabbing... yard. contracted by GM to ship vehicles. which began in Oshawa Monday. She her breasts,” the girl said in a taped in- testified that in addition to the incident terview with police that was played in in June, she and other teens were em- court. braced and tickled by Mr. Rofaiel during Mr. Rofaiel was charged by Durham INCOME TAX a gathering at the Rossland Road church Regional Police several months after the in May 2005. incident at the church. PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURNS Under cross examination the child Mr. Rubel said the congregation con- said she didn’t read anything sinister ducted an internal review and deter- All-Canadian Tax Service into the first encounter with Mr. Rofaiel. mined that nothing inappropriate had “I didn’t think anything of it,” the girl occurred. told defence lawyer Howard Rubel. “I The girl’s parents, not satisfied with $ * thought he was just playing around. I the finding, went to police, he said. Only 44.95 didn’t jump to any conclusions.” On Monday about three dozen mem- But the girl testified she was alarmed bers of the congregation, some clutching *most returns *GST extra by the encounter with Mr. Rofaiel in Bibles, crowded into the small court- June. She said she and several other room, looking on as the children -- one Our office is open year round ! youngsters were tossing balls around in of them the son of a church elder -- testi- 100 Westney Rd S (Ajax Go Station) the lobby of the church as a Friday night fied. youth group get-together wound down. Testimony is to resume Friday. (905) 426-4860 Durham aquatics celebrates grant

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Telephone (905) 668-7711 Your carrier keeps 100% of what they collect as payment for their delivery. “SERVICE WORTH PAYING FOR” 905-683-6074 P PAGE B1 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 29, 2006 INSIDE A Pickering minor hockey team inched ahead of the competition to win the Adam Foote Invitational Tournament title in Columbus, Ohio recently. Page B2 S PORTSsportsdurhamregion.com Sports briefs Chance of MARCH 29, 2006 a lifetime [ Ringette ] Lucky soccer player Pickering’s Hurren could earn tryout with up for league award Arsenal youth program PICKERING — A Pickering player in the National Ringette League is a finalist for one of the league’s year-end awards. By Shawn Cayley Beth Hurren, who plays on the Rich- Staff Writer mond Hill Lightning, is in the running for the DURHAM — As he sat in his office re- league’s most valuable player award. She’s cently, an ear-to-ear grin came over the vying for the award along with three other face of John Lay of the Durham Region players. Indoor Soccer Program. The awards program recognizes Why, you ask? the performance of NRL athletes during Well, Lay, a native of the United King- regular season play with trophies for most valuable player, best forward/centre, best dom, is re-connecting with his roots so- defenceman, best goaltender and rookie to-speak, and in conjunction with the of the year. These honours, along with Arsenal Football Club, has developed awards for coach of the year, scoring a summer camp program to give hun- champion and RingJet 500 goal scoring dreds of local soccer players a chance title, are presented prior to the inaugural to compete and hone their skills with NRL championship game in Montreal, on coaches from one of the more storied Saturday, April 1. soccer programs in the sport. “I grew up an Arsenal fan, so that is where the initial idea derived,” said Lay. [ Track and field ] “It’s not the only reason though. Nobody plays football (soccer) quite like Arsenal Martin medals does and we want to instill that in our kids. at Virginia meet “So with that thought, I contacted them and said here is an idea for a pro- PICKERING — A Pickering athlete gram and what we want to do is have you started the outdoor track and field season design (it), train the coaches and bring on the right foot them over from the UK and show the for a Pennsylvania university recently. local kids, good quality high level locals Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Paul Martin, a kids, what the expectation of a club is freshman at Lock over there.” Haven University So what was Arsenal’s reaction to Lay’s Salming signs for Leaf nation (Lock Haven), cap- proposal? tured gold in the “They loved it,” Lay said emphati- PICKERING — Toronto Maple Leafs’ legend and hall of famer Borje Salming made an appearance at The Pickering Markets on men’s 110-metre cally. “We talked a little more about it, Sunday morning for adoring fans of the first Swedish hockey superstar. In fact, hundreds of hurdles in 15.01 and came up with a plan, a program, fans waited patiently in line for an autograph from Salming during the three-hour session. seconds and also which has quite the incentive when it’s earned gold as a all over.” member of the Paul Martin Lay says Arsenal is committed to com- Bald Eagles’ 4-x- ing to Oshawa for six weeks, with the 400m relay at the Fred Hardy Invitational, hosted by the University of Richmond, in first clinic primed to kick off on July 10. Virginia. Martin and his Lock Haven team- The sixth camp will conclude on Aug. mates are set to compete at the Maryland 18, however, should the demand arise, Henry runs to relay bronze Open, hosted by the University of Mary- additional weeks could be added. land, this Saturday, April 1. Each day will consist of four intense Martin is majoring in sports adminis- 60-minute skill sessions from Arsenal- tration. trained coaches, two sports science lec- tures from trained kinesiologists, fast feet at 2006 Commonwealth Games programs to be run out of the squash [ Tennis ] courts, team play and small sided Pickering Olympian was slower than the team’s winning with three -- New Zealand, Ghana matches as well as a skills competition. performance in the preliminaries, and Australia -- botching their final Sign up for Sandy “At the end of each week, we will iden- runs second leg where it posted a 38.86 to gain en- relays and being disqualified. Beach club season tify the better players from the group that for Canada’s men’s trance to the Henry also competed in the men’s participated and invite them all back for final. 100m final at the Games where he a showcase weekend at the end of the 4-x-100 relay team A fumble on finished seventh in a time of 10.28. PICKERING — The Sandy Beach summer,” said Lay. “Arsenal will then the final baton Jamaican Asha Powell, the cur- Tennis Club invites new and returning members to join in the fun on the courts come over and one of those kids will be PICKERING — A Pickering track exchange was rent world record holder and Ath- this summer. selected for an all-expense paid trip to and field athlete captured his first- chiefly respon- ens Olympic gold medallist, won in The club, which uses the courts at the UK. They’ll go to the Arsenal youth ever international medal, but he sible for the 10.03. Kinsmen Park on Sandy Beach Road, tournament and they’ll go to a game at needed the help of his teammates to slower time in The Melbourne Games represent- hosts two upcoming registration dates for the new stadium in London. pull it off. the final. ed Henry’s second time at the presti- the season. “Not only that, but when the kid goes Pickering Olympian Anson Henry “I was very gious event. Players can sign up Tuesday, April over there, they might even get the won bronze after running the second confident going In 2002 in Manchester, England, 4 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pickering chance to try out for the youth academy, leg for Canada’s men’s 4-x-100m relay down the sec- Anson Henry Henry finished fourth with Cana- Recreation Complex’s (1867 Valley Farm if they are up to standards,” Lay added. team at the 2006 Commonwealth ond leg and I da’s men’s 4-x-100m relay team and Rd.) upstairs in Meeting Room 2. Another Even though the brochures about the Games in Melbourne, Australia. The knew I was going to give these guys was seventh in the semifinals of the registration session is slated for Saturday, camp only came in recently, Lay says 26-year-old was joined on the team a good position,” he said in a story 100m. April 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the complex’s there is a buzz within the club regarding by Charles Allen of Brampton, Na- posted on the Athletics Canada web- Henry continues to train in Gains- meeting room 1. For more information, call Loida this opportunity. than Taylor of Coquitlam, B.C. and site. “Charles and I clicked real well ville, Florida under the tutelage of Woodford at 905-831-7124. The cost of each week is $257 plus Emanuel Paris of Etobicoke. on that first exchange. These guys American track and field guru Dan GST. Running in Lane 5, the Canadians are passionate about the relay and Pfaff, who has trained, among oth- For more information you can contact finished third behind the Jamaicans stepped it up today. This is the result ers, Canadian Olympic 100m gold [ Hockey ] John Lay at 905-436-6921 or through e- and South Africans, crossing the fin- of a team effort.” medallist Donovan Bailey in Atlanta mail at [email protected]. ish line in 39.31 seconds. The time Only five teams finished the race, in 1996. McGregor leads Holy Cross to upset of Golden Gophers

AJAX — An Ajax resident and for- Riggs returns to the Durham Lightning fold mer Ajax Axemen helped the Holy Cross Crusaders pull off the biggest win in the school’s hockey history. Pickering forward set three opening playoff round in two ing up two assists. her with fellow speedster Clarke was Tyler McGregor scored in overtime straight games. Riggs says she contemplated head- the right move by head coach Peter to lift fourth-seeded Holy Cross past the to help women’s team Riggs was off for a year from her ath- ing back to school and back into the Perram. No. 2-seeded University of Minnesota make a run for a title letic scholarship at Niagara (New York) Purple Eagles’ lineup in January after “Having Latoya and her on the same Golden Gophers 4-3 in the NCAA Divi- University to pursue a dream of play- being released from the Olympic pro- line, it’s ridiculous,” he says. “I don’t sion 1 west regional contest in Grand ing for Canada in the 2006 Olympics in gram. Her coach at Niagara, Margot know how the other team is going to Forks, North Da- By Al Rivett Torino, Italy. But, when released from Page, however, recommended she not catch them.” kota last Friday. Sports Editor the national women’s hockey team’s return to Niagara, thus maintaining a Being cut from the Olympic pro- How big was DURHAM — When Ashley Riggs last training camp full season more of eligibility. So, she gram, says Riggs, was a tough pill to the upset? Con- sider 13 of the suited up for the Durham Lightning in Calgary prior opted to stay at home and continue swallow. But, she notes plans to come Golden Gophers’ two years ago, it was a team buried to the Olympics, training and was later contacted by the back stronger and with more hockey players were in the cellar of the National Women’s the 5-foot-3, 125- Durham Lightning for the stretch run experience when battling for a spot on National Hockey Hockey League with no hope of com- pound centre re- to the playoffs. the national team for the 2010 Olym- League draftees, peting for a playoff berth, let alone a turned home to “Once I decided to stay home that’s pics in Vancouver-Whistler. with another, for- league championship. Pickering. Now, when I signed with Durham. Once I “It was obviously disappointing, but ward Phil Kessel, A lot has changed over the course she’s back on the learned that I could sign with Durham, I did learn a lot from it. It was a great a sure bet to be of those seasons and Riggs, for one, is ice, and looking I definitely wanted to come back,” she experience,” she says. “Even getting re- drafted this sum- Tyler McGregor glad to be back to help the Lightning in forward to help- says, adding that she still has three leased was a good experience because mer. its final push to be NWHL champions ing the Light- years of eligibility with the Purple Ea- I definitely know what I need to do. I The overtime winner was the sec- for the first time in its seven-year his- ning. Ashley Riggs gles when she returns to the university have no regrets. I’m still young and I ond goal of the game for McGregor, a tory in the league. “The team in September. have some things to work on. In four senior and the team captain. “Yeah, I’m really excited. I want to definitely looks a lot strong and it is a Thus far with the Lightning, she’s years, definitely, I want to be there. I’ll The magic, however, didn’t last. In the west regional final in Grand Forks on win,” says Riggs, who’ll turn 21 on Sat- lot stronger,” says Riggs, who’s played played on a so-called speed line with do anything to get there.” Saturday night against the University of urday, of rejoining her old team. “Two on Canada’s under-22 team in the past. fellow Pickering resident Latoya Clarke NOTES: Riggs is already on the road North Dakota Fighting Sioux, Holy Cross years ago, we didn’t have a chance of “I’ve played two games so far and it’s and Megan Aarts. And, there’s chemis- to improving her off-ice strength. She’s dropped a 5-2 decision, allowing UND winning. The girls are great and the been a lot of fun. The team is really try among the trio both on and off the currently working with personal trainer to advance to the NCAA Frozen Four in team is great. It would be amazing to good.” ice. Chris Dalcin at the Willowdale Fitness Milwaukee, Wisconsin. win (a championship).” Although she endured a rough “We’re a really quick line. We get Institute... Niagara had a solid season McGregor earned an assist in the The Lightning meet the Brampton outing in her first game back against along well and we have a lot of fun,” in her absence, finishing second in the regional final. Thunder in the NWHL semifinal series, Oakville, Riggs rebounded nicely in says Riggs. College Hockey America (CHA) before Following the regional final, Mc- with the dates and times for the games her second game against the Toronto Lightning team owner Brandon being ousted by the Mercyhurst Lak- Gregor was one of two Crusaders yet to be announced. The Thunder Aeros. Riggs was a force from her for- Smith says it was a no brainer to have ers (Erie, Penn.) in the league’s playoff named to the west regional all-star ousted the Oakville Ice in the best-of- ward position, scoring twice and pick- Riggs back on the roster. And, pairing final. team. P PAGE B2 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 29, 2006 Pickering novices conquer Columbus Panthers win Adam Does your business Foote Invitational Tournament title need to speak to Durham Families? PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers novice ‘AA’ hockey team brought an international title home last weekend, winning the Adam Foote Invitational Tourna- Build your business through ment in Columbus, Ohio. The novices won three of four games en route to the championship. The tournament featured two U.S. teams and two from Durham Region and was high- lighted by games played at the Columbus Blue Jackets’ home ice, the 18,500-seat Nationwide 50,000 copies Arena in downtown Columbus before an appreciative, if small, delivered monthly! crowd of fans. The Pickering squad dug in for the final game and surprised a call Debbie today at talented and quick Cleveland- based Geauga team -- a team the 905-426-4676 (ext. 230) Panthers had lost to in earlier action -- coming out on top 5-3 and claiming the championship. The Pickering Panthers novice ‘AA’ rep hockey team came home as champions from the Adam Foote Invitational Game 1 saw the Panthers Tournament in Columbus, Ohio recently. While there, team members met Foote, along with other hockey heroes. climb back from a two-goal defi- cit against the ‘97 Blue Jackets at hockey season for the Pickering Every member of the team Luke Lamanna, Quinn Wilson, Nationwide Arena to claim a 5-3 novices, but the boys were also showed great sportsmanship and Kyle Spataro, Zack Davey, Justin victory. treated to autograph sessions contributed to the winning cause Robinson and Taylor Watson. In Game 2 against the Whitby with Blue Jackets captain and throughout the weekend. Goal- Team members who have con- Wildcats, Pickering prevailed in a Whitby native Adam Foote, as tending duties were shared by tributed all year but couldn’t at- closely fought match, 5-4. well as several visiting members Ian Bull and Chad Robbins, both tend for the entire tournament Pickering’s sole loss of the of the Anaheim Mighty Ducks of whom came up with timely were Kyle Spataro, Taylor Watson tournament came from Geauga who were in town preparing for saves. and Zack Davey. when they dropped a 4-0 deci- a game against Columbus. They Other team members are Sam Mike Wilson coaches the team, sion, setting up a showdown in also took in an NHL game when Auer, Michael Capano, Thomas assisted by Joe Capano, Kevin the championship game against the Blue Jackets hosted the Van- Grant, Nolan Smith, Andrew Tkachuk and Keith Robbins. the same team. couver Canucks at Nationwide Jegg, Neil Tkachuk, Jacob Hous- Trainer is Dave Bowie and man- It was a fitting end to a long Arena. ton, Justin Bowie, Cody White, ager is Jodi Lanzarotta.

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A RTS & ENTERTAINMENTinfodurhamregion.com Entertainment Briefs A few wedding day surprises MARCH 29, 2006 By Fariha Naqvi Mohamed is the quality of theatre that you’re [ Music ] Special to the News Advertiser getting for such a reasonable price,” PICKERING — A mother, a long- says the enthusiastic director. lost child and a wedding day. Adams is “thrilled” with her cast. Open mike at the What better recipe to enjoy this “Jennifer was amazing in audi- Bayly Restaurant season’s Backwoods Players’ Dessert tions; she sent shivers, and Colin is Theatre? the perfect groom,” she says. “Definitely a tearjerker, bring lots “It’s been such a great experience, AJAX — Bring your guitar to the of Kleenex,” says first-time director being able to see the other side of all Bayly Restaurant next week. Julie Adams of ‘The Day After For- of it.” The Pickering Ajax Guitar Asso- ever,’ playing at the Brougham Hall “Being able to read a script, form ciation’s open mike April 5 is hosted starting this weekend. the play in my mind and all of a sud- by Colin Campbell in the restaurant’s The play is about a young woman, den get a great cast, and take what’s banquet room, 325 Westney Rd. S. (at the corner of Bayly Street) in Ajax. Julie Preston, who arrives as a ‘mys- in my mind and make it to come to Acoustic musicians are welcome terious guest’ at Diane’s wedding, life,” describes Adams. to sign up at 7 p.m. describes Adams. “Audience members are always The event runs from around 7:20 Unbeknownst to Diane, Julie is thrilled; we almost always sell out,” to 10 p.m. and sessions are held on her biological mother who has just she adds. the first Wednesday of each month. completed a 20-year sentence for The evening begins with the audi- There is no admission charge. embezzlement. Before going to jail, ence, which, in this case, is made to For more details, visit www.bayly- the baby’s adoptive mother, Verna, feel like guests at a wedding recep- restaurant.com or call 905-427-9933. had vowed to Julie she could see tion, having coffee, tea and home- her daughter, Diane, on her wedding made desserts. [ Art ] day. It’s then time sit back and enjoy “The main conflict,” says Adams, the drama, which takes place on “a “is that neither woman can give away raised stage, so that there are no bad Ajax group the secret they promised to keep.” seats in the house,” says the director. goes on display Written by Charles Emery, the “It’s definitely a unique and great heart-wrenching story was originally experience,” says Adams. set in the 1940s, but Backwoods Play- She is “very excited” about her di- AJAX — Ajax Creative Arts mem- ers’ has updated it to the year 1979. recting debut. bers exhibit their work at the Durham Starring in the play are three new “I enjoy being on stage, but it gives West Arts Centre until April 28. actors to Backwoods: Jennifer Spear me a whole new perspective, get- The exhibition features the work and Colin Burwell, both from the ting to know the administrative side.” of roughly 15 artists. Ajax/Pickering area, and Scarbor- Adams says. The centre is at 72B Old Kingston Rd. in Pickering Village (Ajax). ough resident Angie Hodder, who ‘The Day After Forever’ is playing The public is invited to view the recently moved to Toronto from the March 31 and April 1 at 8 p.m., April works weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 east coast. 2 at 2 p.m., April 8 at 8 p.m. and April p.m. Regulars Jo-Anne Adams and Sa- 9 at 2 p.m. at the Hall, at Brock Road mantha Williams are also from the and Hwy. 7 in Pickering. Ajax/Pickering area. Tickets are $15 each and must be Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo [ Literature ] “I’ve been with Backwoods Players purchased in advance by calling 905- ‘Bride’ Angie Hodder converses with her seamstress Jennifer Spear just minutes be- for four years, and what surprises me 683-8401. fore she is to be married in ‘The Day After Forever.’ Writers train their thoughts The following student essays were chosen as the best in their respective age groups next month

in the City of Pickering’s In Your Words writing contest. Students wrote on DURHAM — Local writers are taking an inspirational train trip next the theme, ‘I like living in a diverse community because…’ month. The Writers’ Circle of Durham Region is inviting authors to board a westbound GO Transit train in Pickering on April 29 at 9 a.m. for a A diverse environment is a learning opportunity trip to Oakville. Beyond a one-hour lunch stop in Oakville, the group will be making the By Shiama Thiageswaran food; to this day I am hooked on butter journey and searching for material Shiama is a Grade 5 student at chicken. There is a large Chinese popu- at the same time, making character Nottingham Public School in Ajax lation in Markham. Around the Chinese sketches, recording bits of overheard New Year, I had the pleasure of seeing a conversations, describing scenery or taking part in group writing exercises. Do you know what it is to live in a di- colourful dragon dance. In my class at On the return trip, the writers verse community? We in Durham and Aldergrove Public School in Markham, I will stop at Union Station in Toronto in most parts of Canada live in one. had a lot of friends who taught me how to soak up the atmosphere of both A diverse community is one with to count in Chinese from one to 100. the rail terminal and also the historic people of different races, faiths, be- What I also liked about a culturally Royal York hotel. liefs, languages and cultures that live diverse community is that on Heritage The participants then each decide together with the same goal: peace and Day everyone at school got to wear their whether to stay in the city or return to harmony. Canada is a model of diverse cultural costumes. For the South Asian Pickering with the group. communities. It is the first country in Heritage Day, my Grade 3 teacher, Ms. To take the trip, contact the world to embrace cultural diversity Anderson, dressed up in a sari even [email protected] or call 905- by designating days for the celebration though she was not South Asian. At the 686-0211. of different heritages. I have lived in Aldergrove spring concert in 2005, the such diverse communities that have events included Indian classical danc- [ Photography ] had British, Irish, Germans, Italians, es. Greeks, Jamaicans, Chinese, Indians Canada has benefited from its diver- and Sri Lankans. sity by attracting talents from around Claremont artist Why do I like diversity? the world. My dad is currently reading is One of a Kind I like diversity because it gives me a book written by a Canadian author an opportunity to learn about different of Sri Lankan origin who won a prize people and their cultures, faiths, cus- for being such a talented writer. How PICKERING — If you’re in Toronto toms, and celebrations. If I am living in boring life will be if one associates with this week, look for the work of a local a community of my own background, only people of his or her background. fine art photographer at the One of a Kind spring show and sale. my experience will not be as rich. The I consider Canada to be a mini world. Claremont shooter John Barker more I associate with kids of other There are people from every part of the is showing and selling his work at the backgrounds the more I learn about the world who call Canada home. Living sale, running from March 29 to April 2 world. in a diverse community has taught me at The National Trade Centre at Exhibi- Before I lived in Ajax, I lived in many great values. I have learned to tion Place in Toronto. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Markham, which is very diverse. That is value difference; I am more accepting Show hours are weekdays, 11 a.m. Guest Karen Mock speaks at the City of Pickering’s Race Relations Forum, with writing where for the first time I had an oppor- now. More than anything, I have real- to 10 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to contest winners seated behind her at the Pickering Civic Complex last week. tunity to sample various types of Indian ized that it is OK to be different. 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets are available online, at www.oneofakindshow.com, or at the door. For more information on Mr. Bark- Differences can’t stand in way of friendship er and his work, visit www.johnbarker. ca. By Sean Towgood I saw the heartbreak in Hisham’s face. I made my way down the hall in his on Canada Day! Sean is a Grade 7 student at Sir Wil- He didn’t want to pick a fight with any- apartment building to number 323 and “This is exquisite Mrs. Mohamed. I [ Exhibition/Auction ] liam Stephenson Public School in Whitby one. I took him to the corner, away from knocked. There was an aroma of some- haven’t tasted anything this good in my Sebastian and his gang. I could barely thing heavenly through the door. The whole life,” I exclaimed. PineRidge meets “I like living in a diverse community make out what he was saying. door swung open. “Why thank you Sean. We are so because I have lots of friends from dif- “Thank you! Could you come and eat “Welcome to our home!” a short happy that our Hisham has befriended for annual business ferent countries and it’s good to see that supper with me and my family?” young lady blushed. “I am Hisham’s you in our first year here.” my other friends accept people for who “Sure,” I said. “I’d like to do that.” mother. Please come in. We are hav- After dinner I sat down with Hisham’s DURHAM — The PineRidge Arts they are,” I said, as I looked around the He smiled. “I’ll give you my address ing curry for dinner. I’m sorry we don’t dad, Ilyas, and his sister, Faizah, and Council celebrates the growth of the room at the faces, different in the colour after school.” He went off to play. have any western food for you, Hisham played Pictionary. arts here with its arts event and an- and styles of different cultures. I turned and bumped into my friend, was quite concerned about it.” I was having so much fun that I didn’t nual general meeting April 5. RIN-N-NG! Tim. “Hey Tim,” I said. “Oh, that’s OK,” I said, knowing I hear my mom ring the doorbell. I was The venue is Papps Restaurant “Hey you!” I heard a familiar voice Tim snapped, “Is it true you’re going would be in for a good experience. a bit frightened because I didn’t know (Hwy. 401 and Brock Road, Pickering) call. I whipped around. to Hisham’s for supper?” There was eastern music playing in the what my mom would think. and the preview of the silent auction What I saw couldn’t be happening. “Do you have a problem with that?” I background. She took me down the Before I knew it, my mom was sit- items and members’ art exhibition and I saw a student beating up the new kid questioned. hall to Hisham’s room and by the time ting having chai tea and chatting with sale starts at 6:30 p.m. from India, Hisham. He had just moved He paused for a moment and gri- we were called for dinner I was having Hisham’s mom about health care for The featured guest entertainers over here from India a few months ago, maced, “well, wouldn’t that be kind of as good a time as I did with any of my immigrants while we played our game. are members of the Eastside Harmony and his parents were struggling in their awkward?” other friends. As my mom and I said our goodbyes, Chorus. new environment. I gave him a questioning look. “How I sat down to dinner, around a beauti- I asked Hisham if he would like to come The guest speaker is the chorus’s music director, Kristin Stevens. I was his only friend. I ran toward would that be awkward?” fully set table with candles and several over to our house for dinner. The event is open to all and ad- Sebastian yelling, “stop it!” He shrugged. By the time we were heaping dishes of many different foods “But sorry”, I said, “My mom can’t mission is free. Sebastian spun around, “So what?” back in the school, it had already circu- and condiments. Everything tasted so cook curry.” Refreshments are served and he said with a sneer. “I’m not lettin’ him lated that I was going to Hisham’s house good! All the juices and spices were “That’s OK,” he laughed, “I like a little there is a cash bar. play basketball. Jeeez.” for dinner. bursting onto my tongue like fireworks diversity.” A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, March 29, 2006 www.durhamregion.com

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Available April lst. ec. Home on 1 Acre lot Walk to after Beau Valley neighbourhood, OSHAWA - Lovely bright 2-bed- Kim Martin 905-649-6405. SUPERINTENDENT required full- (905)576-7677 or (905)242-3838. Lake, Agents Welcome, Must 50x150ft, hardwood on main 2-BEDROOM large, bright base- room apt. overlooking woodland. PSWs REQUIRED WHO wish to see! Asking $274k call 1-877- floor, 2 tiled bathrooms, new time for Oshawa/Bowmanville Laundry fac. and parking MATURE PERSON required part demonstrate their reliability, skills apartment complex. Suitable for ment apt., very quiet neighbour- 878-9899 toll free light fixtures, appliances 2yrs hood. New appliances, private available. Close to schools, shop- Port Perry time, Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - & compassion for contracted pri- old, new 30yr shingles, in retired/semi-retired couple. No ping, park. $860/mo.all inclusive. PICKERING 4 p.m. Must have excellent com- vate care. Vehicle necessary pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. laundry, private entrance. Walk to AIR CONDITIONING installer OPEN HOUSE April 1 & 8th, 10-5 ground pool, backs onto wooded Brock/Finch, near all amenities. first/last. No smoking/pets. Call Gorgeous exec. home, required. Experienced. For busy puter and accounting skills, (Ex- (between Oshawa & Pickering). p.m. Townhouse, 34 Odessa Crs. area. In-Law/income w/sep. Only those chosen for an inter- 905-571-5175 for appt. Lake Scugog cel and Power point). Please fax Shifts available 7 days/wk rang- view will be contacted. Available immediately. over 2800 sq. ft. ravine Durham office. Please fax re- Whitby (Taunton/Thickson). Free- entrance. COMPLETELY reno- $880/month. No smoking. Enjoy a peaceful, lot. 4 bed, 3 baths, sume in confidence to 905-725- resumes to: (905)427-0265 ing between 7 a.m. & 9 p.m. hold, no condo fees, balance of vated top to bottom! OSHAWA - RITSON & DEAN. Must be willing to assist minimally THIS IS A MONEY maker! Estab- (905)619-9063, 416-728-9063 beautiful town. fin. rec room, lots of 0886 or call 905-260-0172. new-home warranty, immediate Visit www.687grierson.ca or tel. Main floor, 1 bdrm. apt. Near all Extra large 3 bdr. NEW HOME REAL ESTATE of- alternate weekends. Contact possession. 3-bed, large master, 905-924-6395 for details. lished local jumping castle rental amenities, livingroom, appliances, upgrades. Dixie/Finch. LICENSED TOOL Maker/Preci- fice. Full-time/part-time position (905)429-0203. 3 bathrooms. Appliances, c/a, ap- Address: 687 Grierson St., business for sale. Equipment in- 3 BEDROOM APT. 369 Linden freshly painted, $600/mo + hydro. approx, 1200sq.ft Avail. immed. sion Machinist. Required for pro- required immediately. Knowl- prox. 1500 sq. ft., upgrades, gar- Oshawa. By appointment only. cluded and more. Set your own St. Oshawa, in 4-plex. Full base- Avail. immediately. Call 905-239- in a well kept, quiet References. $1875/mo. gressive machine shop which has edge of Microsoft Office software R.N. REQUIRED for outpatient age, $228,300. 905-720-2066 for hours. Call Andy (905)436-9600 ment, patio, parking, available im- 0121 or 416-346-8472. 3 story apt. Balcony, 1-866-332-3304 Frank a wide diversity of work. Fully and excellent communication surgical suite in Durham area. appt. (appt. not required during mediately. $800 +utilities. 905- 728-2970., parking, storage, conversant with all manual ma- skills are a must. Duties include Temporary full time position, pos- oopen house). STUNNING 3 BEDROOM +4 TURN KEY AUTO business for OSHAWA 1 bedroom apt $650 in Security Video. chines. CNC experience an asset reception, word processing, some sibly leading to permanent posi- bath. Finished walk-out basement sale in Durham. $9,00/month. quiet, clean, 2-storey 6-plex. In- WHITBY, 3 bedroom house, huge but not required. Competitive clerical accounting and filing. tions. Please forward resume to PRIVATE SALE, OSHAWA, No with kitchen, deck, new windows, $35,000 for business. Owner will 3-BDRM new bsmt apt, Picker- cludes parking, utilities & laundry, No dogs. lot, walk to GO, $1375/mo. in- rates and benefits. Clean work Salary commensurate with expe- File #248, Oshawa This Week, money down! Duplex, live in one roof. Too many upgrades to list! help with financing. Available! Do ing, seperate entrance, own laun- avail immediately, near OC, no Call 905-985-3406, cludes utilities. Avail. immediate- environment. Fax resume to 905- rience. For your appointment fax P. O. Box 481, Oshawa ON L1H unit, rent the other. No Real Es- $279,000. Owner will arrange fi- call 416-305-2553! Let's make a dry, no pets/smoking, Avail. April pets, first/last, 905-579-9197 after 905-430-7816 ly, first/last/references. Call 697-8826. resume only to 905-509-6112. 7L5 tate Agents. Call 905-720-3325 nancing. 416-305-2553. deal! 1st. (905)509-6463 5:30 (905)668-5085 A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, March 29, 2006 www.durhamregion.com

CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be BID BY TENDER SALE Are you a new business? in running condition. Call EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUE AUCTION LADIES GYM & (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Furniture, Collectables, Rare Treasures Be included in either or all future Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD CARDIO CIRCUIT AUTO SALES Sunday April 2nd, 9:30 AM (Viewing 8:00) EXERCISE EQUIPMENT Community Phone Books. MacGregor Auctions Located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens, 20 Units (11 Hydraulic ex- (Pickering * Ajax * Whitby * Oshawa * Clarington) take 115 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs to Mill Pond Rd. ercise machines, 5 running Please contact This Week Auction features an outstanding selection of articles from a local home/collector, 1994 FORD RANGER XLT, platforms, 4 steppers) to be Phone Directories @ 905-579-4400 5-spd, 6-cyl., lots of extras, partial list includes 3 pc. Gibbard bedroom set, Gibbard tables; six shield back chairs sold as a unit as new condition. 147,000 km. Cert. E-tested. 905- (walnut), Finlay oval cook stove, 1/4 cut oak china cabinet, drop front secretary/book- or email: [email protected] 852-9095 ext. 327 or 905-985- case, corner cabinet/shelf, Jam cupboard, settees & chairs, old pine lumber, chairs View Pictures at: 1762. (wicker, Victorian, sets, childs, Eastlake, pressbacks etc). School house wall map cup- (www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com) board, old bakery pcs. "Carter Bakery Bowmanville" (Dough Box, drying rack, baking Call for bidding info. racks), Hoosier/Chatham pcs, several blanket & tool boxes, washstands, dressers, MacGregor Auctions bench (Bowmanville arena), miniature flat-to-wall & dresser, folk art pcs, art & prints & AN AMAZING MOVING SALE! 1986 CHEV CONVERSION van, old frames, 2 pump organs, tables (kitchen, oval, square, oak, pine, occasional, par- 905-987-2112 Pool Table-slate, Sears Lawn lour, etc), well pump, old pine lumber, tools & old hardware, crocks, ships brass wheel, 1-800-363-6799 Tractor & acc., Sears Snow blow- FreshStartFinance.CA 350 v-8, auto, 250,000 km, lots of er, Rigid Board Planer-13",STIHL AT MOTORCITY SATURN tinted windows, rims with Dunlop churn, selction of older desks & work tables, large selection of country & home col- Kombi System w/weed eater, Tires, no holes, captain seats, $l,800 or best offer. 1972 Volvo lectables, tins, paper, stamps, metal grates, door stops, pitchers/bowls, etc., Early ted- edger, tiller, coke machine w/loo- 1520 DUNDAS ST E. WHITBY dy bear, dolls, SailorBoy, Coke trays, exceptional offering of glass & china, Flow Blue nie mech, Slat-wall w/hooks, gar- 142S, B20B, 4 speed manual, ex- age fridge, 45 & 10 gal. fish tanks tra complete, B20B extra 4 speed pcs., crystal,Cornflower etc. w/stands & acc's, neon Bar signs, with overdrive, plus more extras. "A DIFFERENT KIND OF CREDIT 117,000 m. $2,000 or best offer. NOTE: This is a large once in a lifetime auction for one & all to purchase humidifier, pine accent tables, something from the past, many treasures still to be uncovered. coffee & end tables, 2 sets of ANY KIND OF CAR" Telephone (905) 767-2055. BABY CRIBS lamps, 27" Zenith TV, Dining Ta- For detailed listing & photos, see: www.macgregor.theauctionadvertiser.com ble w/8 chairs, Matching Buffet & 1995 FORD WINDSTAR, Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, & Interac Hutch, Oak Triple Dresser, Tall 240,000ks, 112,000ks, on new MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 Crib & Matt $199.00 Boy and 2 Night Stands, Lishman *BANKRUPTCY *PROPOSAL motor, new brakes, good condi- Gliders, Strollers, Change tables, Bedding. Jacket, Acoustic Guitar, Ladies & *COLLECTIONS tion, runs well, asking $2500 or Shower Baskets & Wreaths Men's Snowmobile suits ,Helmets *DIVORCE/SEPARATION *NEW CREDIT best offer, call (905)697-2963. & gloves, downhill ski's & boots, Every thing A Mother-To-Be ski suits, Gas Range GE Profile 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA needs to get started. XL44, Regency Gas Woodstove, Online Credit approvals now available 24/7. Extended van, 23,000km, pwr Sofa faux suede, plus assorted windows & locks, cruise ctrl, a/c, 41 Harwood Ave. (At Doric) hand tools, For complete list with Rates starting at 8.99% AM/FM stereo w/CD, 7 passen- asking price call 905-982-0625 or Contact: Kristin Elliott ger, alloy wheels, fog lights, roof 905-426-9911 [email protected] rack,4 captains chairs, tinted 905-444-2596 (Direct) windows,keyless entry. $19,900 APPLE NEWTON Message Pad 1-877-728-8766 ext 327 Call 905-983-6447 120 for sale. Comes with all cables and box. Like new. Plus [email protected] new rechargeable batteries included. Asking $25.00 Call STOP RENTING, BUY NOW! We (905)576-8399 have several 3-5 bedroom homes AMBIANCE "Everyone deserves a Fresh Start" 2000 YAMAHA V-STAR, 650 with 2 baths, finished basements ARMOIRE, 2 units, pine, $300. Classic, windshield, bags, floor available w/rent-to-own terms. VILLA Wall unit, 3pc. Cherry wood, boards, 5,400 kms, $6,500. Best Neighbourhoods. Start build- Another Retirement $900. (905)831-7361 www.motorcitysaturn.com ALSO 2002 Yamaha V-Star, ing your future today. Homes Alternative & Assisted 1100 Classic, 4,800 kms, $8,900. starting from $1295/month. Low Living 24 hours a day BED, Aamazing bargain, queen www.FreshStartFinance.ca Both black w/alarm & clock, gar- money down. We can help YOU! orthopedic mattress set, new in age kept, mint, no GST. Call Tel: 905-443-3111, 416-855-6685 Make It Your Home plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- (905)668-4688 www.perfecthabitat.com Now accepting 7557. Will deliver applications. 2001 HONDA SHADOW Spirit, BEDROOM SET, Solid Oak WOW! Own a house 0 down! Move in within the 750cc, excellent condition, "Cannonball" Queen-size bed, $4500 o.b.o. (905)665-3396 Wade Kovacic Sales Rep. Sutton next 2-3 months. large dresser w/vanity & mirror, Group Status Realty Inc. 905- 905-428-6402 tall chest of drawers, 2 night ta- 436-0990. bles. Asking $1,500. 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Price bamboo and click laminates. house – Brock St/Rossland, all ages, non-smoking, exp., hutch, excellent condition $950; 3.3L V6, auto, e-tested, fully load- entertainers needed Hope and an Oshawa home, 2 pc. floral steps Glengrove P.S., St. Antho- $7. - $90. (tax incl.). Call Bow- ed, p.seats, runs like new, Full list next week Large rooms, 2.5 bath, CAC, 5 Livingroom couch, loveseat & ot- manville 905-623-5258. chesterfield, occasional chairs, curio cabi- appliances, Parking. Close to ny Daniels bus route. near PTC. toman, almost new, body/interior- excellent condition. Preview after 2 p.m. Amenities. $1325/mo + utilities. Large fenced backyard. Play- brown/rust/beige print. $600. New exhaust, $1200. (905)404- net, sm. display cabinet, china cabinet, room/crafts, Snacks, lunch. Ref- O.B.O. Call 905-434-5264 TOOLS, TOOLS, TOOLS for all 8541 Check website for updates Available immediately. 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(905)665-3222. 972-6837 www.homeandlei- Credit Cards Accepted Grand Piano Vertical Form, Mahogany bathroom, walk-in closet, shared sure.ca OR CALL Note: Hardwood Flooring Auction kitchen. Asking $475/month (ne- WANTED - Records, LP's, 45's, (905)231-0092 Furniture, China Cabinet, Secretary Book etc., also CD's and music related 905-683-5358 gotiable). Parking, laundry avail. KITCHEN TABLE SET, solid light OR Cabinet, French Provincial Style Bdrm. Thursday, April 6th, 6 p.m. First/last, non-smoker, profes- wood, 4 Captain chairs. $150 items. Call 905-985-7715. 906-767-0951 Set, Grandfather Clock, Art, Dishes, Bow sional. 905-725-5106. o.b.o. Contact 905-666-1715. Front Cabinet, Occasional Terms: Cash App. Cheques, Visa, M/C ARABIAN STALLION, 6 year WANTED - Sports cards, comics, ASK FOR Best Massage In Town LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, toys, Hot Wheels, video games, Chairs & Much More! BROOKLIN (North Whitby) Fur- old, purebred registered. 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(905)620- (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. 2000 GRAND AM $5,490; 2000 1226 5602 WANTED - used but not abused (905)720-2958 'estate specialists since 1971' Drum Cymbals (no drums) Grand Prix. $5,990; 2002 Chrys- 1427 King St. East, MOVING SALE - ping-pong table Sabian, Zildjian etc. Call 905-686- ler Intrepid $4,490; 1998 Neon Hwy 2, Courtice FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT $75; "Rouseau House" dining- 8351 Sport $2,990; others from $1,699 (female preferred), $550/month room suite (table 6 chairs, 2-level and up. Certified & E-tested. CONSIGNMENT includes all utilities. Kingston Rd. hutch), pd. $4500, sale $2000; (Kelly & Sons, since 1976) CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN EQUIPMENT AUCTION Pickering. Close to all amenities Kenmore washer/dryer $400/set; (905)683-7301 or (905)424- PICKERING Friday, March 31 at 4:30pm Immediate. Share kitchen. +CARPET CARPET CARPETS dehumidifier $20; treadmill $25; 9002. 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 Berrybank Farms (905)426-2314 leave voice mail. 3 rooms carpeted with Commer- antique drop-leaf table $125; car www.kellyandsonsauto.com ANGELS cial carpet and premium pad from The Estate of William Brooks of Lindsay plus others, Dun- 3383 Taunton Rd. Orono roof carrier $25; new Specialized FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ can Phyfe table, 5pc mahogany office set, cuckoo clock, 2 Ont. 1 1/2 miles west of $289 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted Hotrock 24" mtn. bike $100. 905- 2001 CHEVY CAVALIER, 4dr, PICKERING, Whites/Oklahoma. with Berber carpet and premium Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- Relaxing Massage large delft plates, Royal Doulton HN 3166 , pine futon, Hwy. 115. 985-1337 msg. 281-5455, $85/face cord. 5-spd, no a/c, 130,000km, certi- Large unfurnished room. Cable, pad from $389 (30 yds). 3 rooms fied & e-tested. $5995. Call VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi modern roll top desk, nesting tables, 3pc modern bedroom laundry, parking incl. Share kitch- carpeted with cut pile carpet and Sat. April 8th, 2006 - 10 AM NEW DANBY APT sized freezers Marilyn 905-985-8474 905 Dillingham set, chesterfield and chair, Royal Albert "Moss Rose: Selling a full line of farm en/bath. Separate entrance. premium pad from $489 (30 yds). $209. New Danby bar fridges, LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- dishes, glider rocker, maple table and chairs, modern $500/mo inclusive. First/last re- WOOD, The best quality wood, Rd.#3 Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- 2002 CHEV IMPALA LS. Fully equipment, tractors, quired. Working person pre- CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- seasoned cut/split/ delivered. (905)420-0320 dressers and chest of drawers, Kirby vacuum cleaner, Bee pliances, scratch and dent. Full equipped. Certified. New brakes. keeping equipment, handsaw setter, IH 2 1/2 HP LB en- machinery, vehicles, hardware, tools, ferred. No smoking/pets. 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. manufacturers warranty. Recon- Call 905-424-1735. pickeringangels.com (905)831-5763 Excellent condition inside and gine, 1992 Ski doo Formula Plus snowmobile, 16x5 en- lumber, sawmill logs and hay etc. ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges out. Professionally and regularly 12 HP. 33" WIDE snow blower, $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- LANDSCAPE CO. looking for maintained. Power options in- closed tandem axle trailer, bar fridge, Whirlpool apt size For info. and to consign to this auction like new, paid $1350, sell for ers $199/up, new and coin oper- person experienced in interlock- clude sunroof, keyless entry, theft dryer on stand, 2 door Hotpoint fridge, Qty. of china, glass, contact the Auctioneer $900, 1 year old. 905-985-0577 ated washers and dryers at low ing and all aspects of landscap- deterrent system, cruise, ac, win- household & collectable items. John D. Berry Auctions or cell: 905-434-0660. prices. New Danby Frost-Free ing. Must be able to work inde- dows, seats, trunk, fog lights, Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" pendently. Call (905)986-5217 or am/fm cd. 151k (905)666-9753 905-983-5787. 2 LADIES 6-SPEED Rockport bi- (905)424-9411 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain AJAX, furnished room, separate and 30" ranges with clock and CHOICE (705)786-2183 for more info. or pictures cycles, used 1 season, window @$399 Reconditioned TAKE OVER CAR LEASE imme- entrance, parking, cable, dish- $110/each. (905)831-8726 QUALITY FIREWOOD, well sea- GENERAL www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com washer, share facilities, suit work- 24" ranges and 24" frost free diately. 2005 Pontiac G6 GT Se- fridges now available. Wide se- soned, 100% hardwood for sale dan. Red with panoramic sunroof. CONTRACTING open for viewing Thursday from 8:30 to 5pm and 7pm ing non-smoker, $450 inclusive, 2 USED MEDICAL examination at low prices. Honest measure- WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5th: 4:45 pm first & last, (905)427-6932. lection of other new and recondi- 36,000 KM. Lease payment to 9pm and Friday morning at 8:30 tables, best offer. (905)427-0558 tioned appliances. Call us today, ments. Cut, split and delivered. $499/mo. 36 months remaining. Kitchens, Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Stock up now for next winter. Call Call 905-404-8114 or 416-671- Collectables for a Lindsay home, selling at WHITBY Brock/Dundas furnished A BEDROOM SET, gorgeous Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Rob (905)718-7147 or (905)725- 8114 bathrooms & tile. Room for rent $440/mo free cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- Oshawa.(905)576-7448 5415. Basement Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica cable. Share facilities. Parking ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, VINTAGE To Include: Dusty rose chesterfield, set of dining room Available immediately. (905)622- new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. O G CLOCK, as is, and others apartments chairs, curved glass hanging cupboard, Birk's serving tray, 5006 Call 905-213-4669. plus clock/watchmakers work- & roofing. JEWELLERY 50pc Birk's sterling flatware, sterling teapot, cruet set, bench. All original, 2 doors, 7 Royal Copenhagen and Danish figurines, Royal Dalton A DINING ROOM, cherry wood, drawers, graduated, with knee One call handles it all An evening talk with double pedestal table, 8 chairs, ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old (Monday's child), set of Royal Albert dishes, 500 comics, hole. Basswood construction, turn 5 BOXER PUPPIES for sale. Call cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- of the century, original red, with 905-571-2958 416-208-9845 Carole Tanebaum on quantity of new office supplies, Gibson hummingbird gui- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost Free pickup. Call Bob anytime small galley and shelf, 17" deep, (905)431-0407. tar, Casio CTK 601 digital keyboard, plus many other in- $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 36" high, 48" wide. Call 905-985- BICHON/MALTESE mix puppies, Wednesday April 5th teresting items. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, A FURNISHED ROOM - Full 746-0995. 8732. home-bred. Hyper allergenic, $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap @ 7:00pm at the paid in full on day of sale. use of house, laundry, parking, non-shedding. Very small, vet LODCOM non-smoker. South Oshawa, A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- PIANO 30-year-old baby grand, Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY checked. $850. Call (905)432- paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- CONSTRUCTION Capitol Theatre, $100/week includes utilities, tress set. New in plastic, cost Stroud, piano. Good condition, 6454 NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. first/last. Dave 905-391-7435 $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- (905)434-7530 es call 905-426-0357. General Home Port Hope $10.00, 905-985-1068 0995. Can deliver CHESAPEAKE BAY retriever Renovations & PIANO, 30-year old Willis piano. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP Proceeds to the Capitol Theatre. BROCK/KINGSTON RD., 2 puppies, 11 weeks old, females, cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free Improvements Rooms available $550 & A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Good shape. (905)263-4932 vet checked, first shots, de- All work guaranteed DishNetworking, FREE TO AIR. pick up 7 days/week (anytime) Sponsored by Antiques on Queen. $450/month, utilities, cable, park- wormed, ready to go, $500. No 905-424-3508. Craig ing & laundry included. Near Sales, Installations, Repairs, PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS papers. Peterborough (705)743- For info 905-885-9858 SAT. April 1st - 10 A.M. AT MCLEAN AUCTION CEN- highway. Available immediately. Modifications. Ariza-700, View March Break Sale Continues! 9998 (905) 686-1913 TER, 2194 Little Britain Rd., LINDSAY - BOB FM 91.9 Sat-2000 Platimum, all models Our best prices this week! Not $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Call (416)882-0926 or (416)803- Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- AUCTION 10A.M. $1000's of dollars of new merchan- 3007 in-stock. Dish Network Service sure if your kids will stick with les- and Sales. (905)999-0362 sons..try our unique rent-to-own CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS, first cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- dise. Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture 10AM: Contents of system. 100% of all rental pay- shots, dewormed. CKC Regis- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, Need a Handyman? several estates unusual pine raised panel Quebec cup- LOOKING FOR A Professional AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES, ments apply! Large selection of tered. Call (905)344-7093. etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 SAT. APR. 1st - 10 a.m. FARM MACHINERY for Harry • Fire/Water Damage board with hidden compartment for long rifles, pine flat to roommate to share 4-bedroom HANK'S APPLIANCES. Stoves, upright and electronic pianos and & Marilyn Holmes, retiring, @ S1690 Brock Conc Rd 7, wall cupboard, antique kitchen cupboard, antique pine townhouse in North Oshawa. $149/up, portable dishwashers Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, FREE: Pair of colourful and ac- $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Tops • Drywall Taping/Painting Sunderland L0C 1H0 - Tractors - CIH 1594, Int.584; tive Zebra Finches, complete with all cash for good cars and trucks kitchen table, antique arrowback chairs, primitive wood- Close to all amenities and only $200/up, 18" dishwashers in Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call • Flooring Combines - Int.715, Int.80, Case 1049 36" r corn hd., 5mins to 401. $500/month all in- stock, fridges $175/up. Washers TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. Cage, stand and accessories. or free removal for scrap cars and • Full Basement Renos. en chairs, beautiful antique Birdseye maple chest, an- clusive, no pets, non-smoker call $125/up. Dryers $149/up. Large www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE Call (905)683-1933 trucks. Speedy service. (Framed, Drywall, Taping, N7H717 Super harvestor, Int. 350 db disc 12', etc.; tique pine armoire, pine open washstand, wing chair, Kevin (905)579-8613 selection of reconditioned & new UNDERSOLD! (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. Insulating $5800 based on See details - beautiful mahogany round pedestal table with claw feet, scratch & dent appliances. Parts GERMAN SHEPPARD PUPS, 1400sq.ft. house incl. material) garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Windsor chair, antique rocker, large decorated wood Specialist. 426 Simcoe St.S. CKC registered, pure German $$$AD FREE AUTO removal. WHITBY - Garden/Dundas. 2 PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS No up front fees! GARY HILL AUCTIONS bench, glass, china, pewter, collectable's, Arcade Crystal (905)728-4043. XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from lines, microchipped, first shots, Cash paid for unwanted & scrap coffee grinder, oil lamps, prints, crock, 2000 Buick LeSa- rooms available in townhouse, health guarantee. 3 /F 2/M vehicles. Fast & Friendly service. (905)728-8973 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647 parking, laundry. Share all fa- $125. Several chips available for ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic each console. We buy used/work- available. Mother on site. Ready Call (905)683-9647 or 647-321- bre Ltd. Partial list, hundreds of items. Info (705)324- cilities. Non-smokers, no pets. to go April. (905)743-0393 9647. 2783 or view at www.mcleanauctions.com $475./mo.inclusive. First/last. mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- ing consoles. For all the details: May 1. 519-894-1843, 519-241- fice $250. Call 905-213-4669. www.durhammods.com North Paradise Renovations End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 LAB - adorable pups, yellow, A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on 9586 or 1-877-893-2963. 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Re- Please Call 416-892-2506 YOU COULD HAVE your dog ing consignments from bankruptcy trustees, wholesalers, 416-305-2553 Household Furn., Glass/China, Small Air Com- Own bathroom. Central location. pairs at reasonable rates. Locat- under control and listening in 2 ABSOLUTELY THE BEST 905-622-8550 estates, accepting vehicles, tractors, lawn and garden $500/mo. Available immediately. ed at 112 Luke Street, Oshawa. POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid short weeks. TSURO DOG CASH deal for your old junker. Satisfaction Guaranteed equipment, R.V. etc. Call (705)324-2783 or 1-800-461- pressor, Table Saw, Band Saw, Tools. Auctioneer Suitable for single person. Call Email: [email protected] wood. New in box, accessory TRAINING. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or We show you how to increase 6499 to consign or for information. No reserve. Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 Dave at: 416-567-1328 or 416- www.bitsandbytestech.com or package included. Cost $6750 www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John the value of your home 525-6823. call (905)576-9216 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. 797-2855. 905-263-4142 or 905-914-4142. PAGE B7 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ March 29, 2006 A/P

Please read Thank you to DAVIDSON, Freda, Passed away peacefully on MEN'S your classi- Dr. Christopher Osinga Saturday March 25, 2006 at Hillsdale Manor, of Lakeridge Health Oshawa Oshawa, in her 78th year. Loving wife of the late competitive fied ad on the for bringing back my quality of life. Harold. Beloved mother of Bonnie (Mike Avery), Slo Pitch Also for the daily visits, Brian (Heather), Patricia (Bruce Curl), Gary (Shel- team. first day of making sure all was well. ley), George (Lisa), Harold (Nancy) and the late 15 I really appreciated Gilbert. Cherished grandmother of Patricia (Steve), Looking for publication as all that you did. Angela (Jeff), Steven, Shawn (Tracie), Karie (Chris), Christina (Gordon), Jennifer (Shaun) and players for we cannot be Ella Franks Stephanie, and great grandmother of Ashley, Cory, Ajax league, Tyler, Connor, Joshua, Olivia and one on the way. responsible Survived by sisters Kay, Barb and Pam, and broth- twice a week ers Gord, Ron, Bob, Gary and Ralph, predeceased Call Paul for more than by Dorothy, Reg and Laurie. Sister-in-law of Cam, Don, Joan, Susan, Carol, Donna, and the late Pe- 905-427-5783 one insertion CLEANING LADY over 10 years ter, Ron, Harold, Dorothy, Mary and Joyce. Freda Call experience, is looking for a new will be also be sadly missed by many other family in the event of T. ELLIS HEATING client. Long term references. 3 members and friends. The family will receive 905 & AIR CONDITIONING bedrooms $75., laundry. Call friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 CLASSIFIED an error. Installations, Service (905)428-1357. INDEX 985-7383 & Maintenance Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905- BBQ Lines, Pool Heaters 428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 on Tuesday. A funeral Fireplaces & Appliances service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday Call Tom SUPREME March 29, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at (905)579-3760 HOUSECLEANING Erskine Cemetery. Should family and friends so (905)431-9545 BY LAURIE desire, donations to the Heart and Stroke Founda- I work alone. 21 yrs. tion or the Multiple Sclerosis Society would be presents in business. I do everything AND I greatly appreciated. A book of Condolence may be also bring my own signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca OSHAWA cleaners. Avail. Mon., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (905) 426-3711 SENIOR LEONARD, Bridget At the Hunstville Hospital on Saturday, March 25, 2006 in her 82nd year. Sur- real HANDYMAN, vived by her partner Horst Zimmer. Loving mother estate All Repairs of Phyllis (Doug Balsdon), Gord (Paulette), and 100-155 Honest & Reliable Colleen Gallant (Scott Edward). Grandmother of Jodie, Tracey, Rhonda, Joel and Ryan. Great business Roy grandmother of Ashleigh, Robynne, Eric, Darby, to (905)426-7969 Brittany, Lex, Max, Conor, and Luisa. Great-great business grandmother of Brandon. Sister of Irene Leonard, 156-169 • Lawn Cutting John O'Toole and predeceased by Danny, Joe 2006 and Madeline. The family will receive friends at the • Spring Clean Up MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston rentals • Sodding/Landscaping Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 170-196 @ Oshawa Civic Auditorium www.1stchoicelandsacping.ca 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday March 28, 2006. ALL PRO The funeral service will be held in the Chapel on leisure 99 Thornton Rd. S. 416-410-9942 Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. Cremation. Should family living PAINTING AND and friends so desire, donations to the Huntsville 210-239 WALLPAPERING Hospital or the Ajax Pickering Hospital would be Repair & Stucco ceilings greatly appreciated. A book of Condolence may be community Decorative finishes & signed at www.mceachnie-funeral.ca notices General repairs st 20% off for seniors 245-269 Friday, March 31 ~ 1pm-8pm (905)404-9669 st TAX community Saturday, April 1 ~ 9am-5pm PREPARATION services Sunday, nd 10am-4pm E-file -- Prepared by 270-299 April 2 ~ PAINTING & professional accountant. 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His KeKeynoteynote Speakers & European 5520 help kids W memory will be revered and his life celebrated by Friday 2:00pm - Marjorie Mason orkshop Workmanship his wife Lillian Machennan, three sons, Charles, 550-575 SatuSaturday Saturday 1:00pm - Denis Flanagan rday April 1st Fast, clean, William and Robert and her daughters Cheryl and 1 reliable service Carole Machennan. His daughter-in-law, Susanna services (905)428-0081 and his grandchildren Charlie, Matthew, William, 700-790 Landscaping • Gardening Home Renovation Ideas • Home Décor Pools and Spas & More Neil and John Alec will forever cherish his memory. ELVIS is in the building! The "Papa, you are now in God's hands. I will not adult GREAT PRIZES TO BE WON!!! Concert Hall at Victoria Hall in 900-995 Cobourg presents Elvis: The Las mourn your passing but celebrate your life. I will $ $ Vegas Years, featuring world see your face in every wild flower and sunset to class impersonator Michael John, 2000 2000 $ April 1 at 8:00 PM. All tickets are come. Your memory lives on as each new day Maintenance Prize 3495 $25.00. Call 905-372-2210 to re- dawns. May the beacon from the lighthouse guide & Landscaping Spa CROSS serve. Package Package MOVERS you home." The viewing will take place at the MCEACHINE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- Sponsored by Dependable & Reliable ston Road, Pickering Village, Ajax, Ontario, Good Rates VINTAGE JEWELLERY - An 24-hour Service evening talk with Carole Tane- L1T 2Z7, Wednesday March 29, 2006, 6pm- baum on Wednesday April 5th @ 9pm. Funeral Service will be held on Thurs- Licenced/Insured 7:00 PM at the Capitol Theatre, (416)423-0239 Port Hope $10.00. Proceeds to day, March 30, 2006 at 10am at the St. Isaac the Capitol Theatre. Sponsored Jogues Church. (905)683-5342 by Antiques on Queen. For info 905-885-9858. Visit www.showsdurhamregion.com for more information P PAGE B8 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 29, 2006 Motown comes to Pickering

Local performers on find a new sound.” ‘The Power of Soul’ is the third production stage for musical production for Heart N Soul, which was formed two years ago. A cast of roughly 35 performers, including PICKERING — Experience ‘The Power of the band members, features mostly Ajax and Soul’ this Saturday in Pickering. Pickering residents aged six to 50. Ajax-based Heart N Soul Musical Theatre One half of ticket proceeds go to the Bevy of Productions presents the original work on April Hope Breast Cancer Foundation, in support of 1 in the main gym at Dunbarton High School, The Tammy Young Foundation. and again at Port Perry High School on April For the April 22 show, 50 per cent of ticket 22. sales support the Port Perry High School cheer- Musical director Joani Pietroniro says the leading squad. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. piece is a “musical/comedy kind of cabaret” each night. featuring classic Motown songs. Tickets are $15 and available at the door “It’s about a garage band back in the 1980s or from Mrs. Pietroniro, at 905-686-8351. For that is tired of that screaming-type sound,” she more information, visit www.heart-n-soulthe- says. “They find a crate full of records and try to atre.org.

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