$1.00 www.oshawaexpress.ca “Well Written, Well Read” Vol 4 No 17 Wednesday, Feb 18, 2009 Oshawa hospital cutting costs By Katie Strachan and Lindsey Cole It could also mean that Lakeridge Health havoc this would create in Oshawa at a recent may end up impacting the quality of care we The Oshawa Express Bowmanville could close on evenings and regional committee meeting. receive. If we go down to five days or limited limit hours, which would place more of a bur- “Oshawa can no longer accommodate the hours in Bowmanville, it’ll affect Oshawa.” Lakeridge Health is facing a $10.8 million den on Oshawa’s hospital. patients they already have,” says councillor Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce says her fear deficit and that number could grow even larg- While Empey says the reduction in hours at John Henry. is the same. er next year if nothing is done to cut costs. the Bowmanville hospital is a just a rumour, Echoes Clarington Mayor Jim Abernethy, “To try and think we can just push every- So says Kevin Empey, president and CEO some local politicians believe otherwise. “We could be looking at a crisis in regards to of Lakeridge Health, who has spearheaded Councillors and mayors from various critical care in Durham region. It (the closure) See STAFF page 6 drastic cost-cutting measures resulting in job municipalities cuts and restructuring in the administration expressed their Budget approved sector of the hospitals. concerns and the GM makes plea Taxes to GM is making an offer to the that GM will stay in Canada, increase federal government on Friday, particularly in Oshawa. Feb. 20 that will ultimately Over the last year alone, By Katie Strachan determine the automakers fate more than 5,000 workers were The Oshawa Express in Canada. laid off in the community, with The company intends to sub- a week of production in the car While the newly released budget mit a recovery plan with the plant halted in January, the clo- has Oshawa homeowners facing for a hope of getting a much-needed sure of the truck plant and mas- 3.3 per cent tax levy increase, the city bailout from the Canadian gov- sive lay offs. is hoping to provide funding to the ernment. While the future remains public libraries and the senior citizens This news comes after GM unknown for the one-time lead- centres, lobby with the provincial and denied a $3 billion short-term ing car manufacturer, for Chris federal governments for funding and bailout from the federal and Buckley, president of the create a reserve for the winter months provincial governments last Canadian Auto Workers Local maintenance program. month. To some this was an 222, maintaining a Canadian The 2009 operating and capital indication that GM didn’t plan footprint is essential to keeping budget was approved, it wasn’t with- to stay in Canada. jobs on this side of the border, out arguement. Council managed to However, this plan for local he told Oshawa Express in a deliberate on items, having cut some residents may give some hope previous interview. $4 million in expenses. Council doled out the cash in limited supply, count- ing on a declining economic climate. Tree planting in “We not only have to look at the current situation but ensure that the decisions we are making in the present memory of Pat Gostlin will benefit the future,” says council- Planting a tree rep- Gostlin’s favourite lor April Cullen. resents growth, life. places, Lakeview Park. In Nov. 2008, council had original- For Joan Kerr it While the city is just ly calculated the budget at $7.3 mil- also represents clo- steps away from approv- lion, which would have resulted in a sure by keeping the ing the memorial, as it 7.3 per cent tax increase, however memory of local goes to council Feb. 23, they were able to cut about $4 million, Green Party leader Kerr says it’s a way to which brought the 2009 budget to $3.2 Pat Gostlin alive the remember a dear friend. million total. only way she knows Pat Gostlin Gostlin was killed in Savings were obtained through the how, through a memorial tree a car crash caused by a drunk Staff Revitalization Program, which planting ceremony at one of See FRIEND page 6 saved the city about $644,000, energy savings contracts which saved Oshawa Generals NEXT GAMES Photo by Katie Strachan/ The Oshawa Express Oshawa $370,000 and some salary • Thursday, Feb. 19 vs Kingston Frontenacs at GMC and wage reductions. Fun with Ronald McDonald “If we’re able to follow the guide- • Saturday, Feb. 21 in Peterborough VS the Petes Brother and sister team, Kristin and Ryan, spend time with Ronald McDonald who came to visit the McDonald’s restaurant at the Oshawa Centre for its re-grand opening. See 2009 BUDGET page 6 $91 million hospital redevelopment project By Lindsey Cole But where is the money coming from to times the philanthropy is always prominent.” Health. The Oshawa Express pay for this costly endeavour? Part of the money raised will go towards “The foundation is going to work hard to According to Jim Szeman, CEO of the the Lakeridge Health Education and fill that void,” he says. The Oshawa hospital will receive a $91.5 Oshawa Hospital Research Network The remaining 80 per cent will come million infusion and could offer work to Foundation, $50 million is (LHEARN), which aims from the province. more than 300 people. slated to come from the to provide educational Says Empey, “The government of Ontario Aecon Buildings has been awarded the community through the “The people of Oshawa resources to doctors realized about five years ago that it was put- contract to build Lakeridge Health Oshawa’s ‘My Health My Hospital – are going into patient doing residencies at the ting an incredible burden on smaller commu- hospital redevelopment project, an initiative Building Today for hospital. A new simula- nities (by only funding 50 per cent).” in part by Infrastructure Ontario. Excellence Tomorrow’ care areas today that are tor lab, as well as an For Empey, this means the hospital not Construction can begin this month with campaign. auditorium, are just only has government support but it also has more than 300 workers on site daily, a press This is the largest goal not up to modern some of the new addi- the opportunity to better patient care. release from the hospital states. in the foundation’s histo- standards.” tions. The project also means up to 200 more The project will increase capacity in a ry, he says, adding money New equipment for beds. number of areas including medical/surgical, will be segregated to dif- the facility and a new “Some of this won’t be an immediate dialysis, birthing and paediatrics, rehabilita- ferent areas that go hand -Jim Szeman pharmacy are also on expansion,” he explains. It all comes down tion and childcare, adolescent and adult in hand with the project. CEO of the Oshawa Hospital the list, Szeman to patient care, he says. mental health. Despite harsh econom- Foundation explains. “The people of Oshawa are going into While regular hospital business will carry ic times, Szeman says he While only $18 mil- patient care areas today that are not up mod- on as usual, the hospital will also be able to is confident the communi- lion is going towards ern standards. accommodate additional surgical cases, ty will come together to pitch in. actual building costs, it amounts to about 20 We have wanted this for a long time. It emergency and ambulatory visits once con- “Our community has always supported per cent of the entire project, says Kevin (the hospital) will have much more modern, struction is complete in the spring of 2011. us,” says Szeman. “Even through recession Empey, president and CEO of Lakeridge suitable facilities.”

Woman robbed, thrown from moving truck

An Oshawa woman was robbed and thrown from Suspect one is a white male about 24 to 30 years a moving vehicle downtown. old. He is about 5’5’’ with a slender build and was Three people, one of whom she knew, coaxed the wearing dark clothing. Suspect two is also a white woman into a pick-up truck. They then robbed her man with red-brown hair and a goatee. purse, taking all her cash, personal ID and several of The third person in the vehicle was later identified her prescription medications. to police as someone the victim knew. After a short drive, the 44 year-old woman was Police are still searching for the vehicle, which is dumped at an intersection while the pick-up truck described as a white 2005 Chevrolet Silverado pick- was still moving. up. She was taken to Lakeridge Health Oshawa where Anyone with information is asked to contact she received treatment and was later released. Detective Moore at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 3617. Durham Regional Police scoured the downtown Anonymous tips can be made to Durham Regional area in search of the three suspects and the pick-up Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and tip- truck. There have been no arrests in conjunction with sters may be eligible for a cash reward of $2,000. the incident. Durham women scammed

A Toronto man has been charged with fraud after to come forward and report their losses, according to an elaborate business scam went wrong police. in Durham Region. The 58-year-old man is charged with The accused man met his victims at fraud under $2,000 after his arrest on Feb. 2. single dance clubs and would pose as a Police discovered he was importing cloth- successful commercial builder from ing and purses from European countries. Italy or Florida. Police are reminding people to be weary He would convince women in of business ventures which sound too good Durham to invest in his business ven- to be true and to report this suspicious activ- ture claiming their money would be ity. doubled in only a short period of time. Anyone with information on this matter After receiving thousands of dollars is asked to contact Detective Smith of the from the woman, he would stop all bouts of contact Major Crime Fraud Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5353 with them. Many of the victims were too embarrassed or Crime Stoppers. Oshawa man charged in numerous break and enters

An Oshawa man is facing charges after a series of was stolen. home invasions. The accused Oshawa man was arrested Feb. 10 in Police conducted a lengthy investigation and a the city. Some of the property stolen from a home the man was arrested in relation to the break and enters, suspect had just broken into was found on him. which occurred throughout the region, specifically in The 25 year-old is charged with six counts of Whitby, Brooklin, Oshawa and Clarington. break and enter, possession of property obtained by The project dubbed Project Advance, was created crime under $5,000 and dangerous operation of a in response to the rash of home invasions between motor vehicle. October 2008 and February 2009, when the front The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with doors of homes were kicked in during the late after- information on this matter is asked to contact Det. noon or early evening, and a great deal of property Lawson at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1847. Police avoid high-speed chase catch care thieves

During a regular police patrol, Oshawa police $5,000. spotted a stolen vehicle with the thieves inside. The Pontiac Vibe was reported stolen from the In order to avoid a high-speed chase, police fol- Kawartha Lakes District lowed closely behind the Pontiac Vibe until addi- The Lindsay man is also charged with theft over tional marked police cruisers were put in place. $5,000. The vehicle was boxed in near Drew Street north One of the men, a 36 year-old Oshawa man is and Athol Street. charged with breach of probation. The three suspects, known to police, were arrest- The vehicle will be returned to its rightful owner. ed at the scene without a struggle. Anyone with information on this matter is asked Two local men and one Lindsay man have being to contact police at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2711. charged with possession of stolen property over

Page 2 FEB 18 2009 City attempts to kick-start developments Oshawa seeks money to help businesses By Katie Strachan Developments Inc. operating by 2010 and we’re very revitalization of the parcel of land. The Oshawa Express Dundurn has proposed a 6- close to not reaching that.” Genosha Hotel at 70 Medican had received storey, 129-unit project near Henry said the project would King St. East. zoning approval from the Oshawa is working hard to help Durham College and the create jobs for those who have lost Rick Summers, of the city for the first phase of kick start new development in the University of them and help to company, is seeking construction. city during these tough economic Ontario solve the student more than $1 million to “While we have been times. Institute of “It’s not just a city of housing issue. turn the old hotel into an pleased with the relation- So hard, in fact, that it has sub- Technology to Oshawa issue, it’s a “It’s not just a apartment and commer- ships and effort but for- mitted three separate requests for address the regional issue. It’s city of Oshawa cial building. The city ward by the city and the financial help to the region’s rela- student hous- issue, it’s a has already committed to Councillor city planning depart- tively new Regional Revitalization ing shortage. essential to the regional issue,” $923,581 for the project, John Henry ment…we are disappointed Program (RRP), aimed at helping The develop- he says. “It’s which involves 103 bach- to announce that we are local municipalities develop posi- ment would region’s success.” essential to the elor apartments and a first floor postponing indefinitely our Canvas tive economic and community add 566 bed- - City Councillor John Henry region’s suc- used for commercial businesses. Downtown project due to the cur- objectives. rooms for stu- cess.” The third company seeking rent tentative state of the credit and Although the region is still in dents. The region will decide on this funds has since decided to post- real estate markets,” said Cameron the process of setting up the RRP, “I have to tell you how impor- proposal at its next finance and pone his project due to the econo- Erns, Vice President of Medican in Oshawa put in requests for finan- tant this project is to Oshawa,” administration meeting in March. my. Medican Development Inc. the press release. cial help for Dundurn Capital says city councillor John Henry. Another project in need of a announced recently it was putting a He also stated that they would Properties Inc., Summers & “Time is of the essence and we financial boost comes from hold on 1,400 new residential keep Oshawa in mind for a future Company and Medican need to get this building open and Summers and Company for the units, consisting of 1,365 apart- development project. ments and 35 detached The staff at the region will con- dwellings, plus a 10,800 tinue to analyze the three redevel- square foot commercial opment projects proposed for Oshawa man risks losing land building, south of Bruce Oshawa and will release their rec- Durham Police Chief Mike Ewles. tion. Street and west of Drew ommendations for the next steps of Region may Luigi D. Mastroianni’s family Mastroianni also offered up sug- Street, currently a vacant each project in the near future. purchased a 25-acre panel of land, gestions for various location options expropriate land bound by Hwy. # 2, Maple Grove for the newly proposed police build- Road and Bloor Street South, in 1987 ing such as the land north of the cur- for new police with the intention of developing the rent Clarington Police Station, the Name a school: land in the future according to his let- RCMP building in Clarington that is ter to regional council. not in use and the southeast corner of building The land currently has one single Hwy. #57 and Hwy. #2. By Katie Strachan family dwelling to the west and two The building is expected to cost What’s in a The Oshawa Express single-family residential lots on $20 million dollars, including the Maple Grove Road. land, according to the Police budget An Oshawa man may be forced to Mastroianni is concerned about released on Feb. 11. name? give up his property. the timing of the region’s interest in Mastroianni and his family will Durham Region is looking to the land, the fairness of the process have to wait for the region’s decision Imagine naming your name of the Street on which expropriate the Mastroianni’s family and the best potential use for the before learning his family’s fate. own school. The Durham the school is located. land for a police station, which will land. The issue will be discussed further District School Board Submit your names for house a new forensics lab, storage “I am very surprised by the at a meeting of the Works, Planning (DDSB) is letting students the Unnamed Oshawa warehouse and a crime management urgency and the (sense of) must have and Finance & Administration com- do just that. Secondary School at 1100 centre. for this particular land for a new mittee, according to Scugog Mayor The community is invit- Coldstream Drive, the The current facilities for these police building,” outlines the frus- Marilyn Pearce, chair of the Finance ed to help name five of the Unnamed Meadows Public purposes are old, outdated and “liter- trated owner a letter to council, ask- & Administration committee. new schools that are being School at 40 Telford Street ally bursting at the seams,” says ing the region to reconsider his loca- built across Durham. East, the Unnamed Hamlet Anyone is invited to sub- Public School at 300 mit their name suggestion Williamson Drive in Ajax, Profile: Everyday Heroes provided they follow the the Unnamed Tormina guidelines set out by the Public School at 20 Norista DDSB. Street and the Unnamed The name must be after Olde Winchester Public Big and little brothers inseparable persons recognized as hav- School at100 Blackfriar ing made a significant con- Avenue in Whitby. tribution to society in the Suggestions must be sub- Region, Province or mitted in writing by March, Country. 2, 2009. Name: Scott Barnett The new school will not Please include a detailed Organization: Big Brothers and be named after a current background/history of the employee of the Board or suggested names along with Big Sisters of Oshawa-Whitby member of the Board, a his- your name, address and torical name that once telephone number. applied to the area in which The five schools are the school is located, the scheduled to open in Being a “big brother” was something Scott name of the District that the September 2009. Barnett always wanted to do. school will serve or the He had a great father figure growing up and wanted to help someone who wasn’t as fortunate Send your suggestions to the in that aspect. correct superintendent: “It was something I felt that I had to do,” he Jeannine Joubert, Superintendent of Education/Oshawa at jou- says, “It’s the most rewarding of all the volunteer [email protected] or by fax to 905-666-6923. work you could do.” John Bowyer, Superintendent of Education/Ajax at About three years ago, Barnett became a Big Scott Barnett has been a Big Brother to Bryce for three years. [email protected] or by fax to 905-666-6922. Brother to Bryce, now 16, and the two have Joe Hircock, Superintendent of Education/Whitby at grown inseparable over the years. Pamphlets were handed out and the secret was out. [email protected] or by fax to 905-666-6922. “We’re into the same type of music. He plays the Barnett was receiving an award for all his work with guitar and I play the drums,” explains the Big Brother, the Big Brothers and Sisters organization thanks to the “We go to movies too.” nomination courtesy of Bryce. Council considers crossing “We do typical guy things,” he jokes. “It was shocking. I had absolutely no idea but it was There have been many moments that stand out in a proud moment.” he says happily. guard for John XXIII school Barnett’s mind of the “good times” with Bryce. Barnett says that through his time spent with Bryce Oshawa city the school’s princi- “Last year I won an award for Big Brother of the he’s “really made a new friend out of it.” council is consider- pal, as well as an Year but no one told me,” explains Barnett. “They (his He claims the most rewarding thing from working ing a recommenda- area resident, city family) made up this elaborate story that my dad was with the organization is when you see your little broth- tion put forward to staff responded by winning an award for his environmental work so I got er or sister emulating you. have a school cross- analyzing the area. all dressed up to go to the awards ceremony.” “I’m in law enforcement and when I hear Bryce say ing guard on They determined a But when Barnett walked into the room, he saw he wants to go into the K-9 unit, it makes me so proud.” Athabasca Street at crossing guard was Bryce and his family there. Barnett says. Erinlea Avenue for John needed. “Bryce told me he was just there to support me and For more information on becoming a Big Brother or XXIII Catholic School. Cost for a guard for the my dad,” he explains. Big Sister visit www.bbbsow.ca After concerns were remainder of the year would expressed in November by cost around $7,000.

FEB 18 2009 Page 3 The future includes 600 Thornton Rd. S. GM? Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 [email protected] This is an important week in Oshawa as the community learns what General phone: (905) 571-77334 Motors in the U.S. and Canada have fax: (905) 571-00255 planned for the future. FEB 18 2009 With the struggling automotive com- Volume 4, Number 17 pany’s Canadian operation headquarters Publisher in Oshawa, this community obviously has Greg McDowell a lot of jobs hanging on the firm’s future Advertising Director plans. Kim Boatman The U.S. parent company will Sports Editor announce this week whether it can avoid Wally Donaldson bankruptcy and garner U.S. bailout funds, [email protected] and how it will pay back those funds. The Contributors company must come up with a concrete Bill Fox plan on how it will save money and make Jennifer Weymark itself viable again. Glen Goodhand That could mean closing some produc- Reporters tion plants, more layoffs, and other meas- Lindsey Cole ures. And if the parent company can sur- [email protected] vive the current economic downtown, so Katie Strachan too can its Canadian operation. Let’s hope [email protected] that is possible. The U.S. company has turned to its Letters to the Editor Publications Mail employees and asked for concessions. It Agreement 41268024 is also struggling with large health-care Feds need to wipe student debt Return undeliverable costs in the U.S. for its retirees. The com- Canadian address to: pany is trying to get out from under some Dear Editor students who will be joining the ranks of unemployed in With all the billions the federal government is spend- a couple of months. They also do not qualify for anything The Oshawa Express of these heavy obligations. other than welfare. 600 Thornton Rd. S. If the U.S. parent company was to ing to stimulate the economy, the biggest opportunity is being neglected. At a time when they should be thinking about setting Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 teeter into bankruptcy with a plan to That opportunity is the failure to capitalize the next up family households, with all the attendant expenses of ISSN 1715-99253 restructure (including renegotiating labour generation. There is one excellent way that could be appliances and diapers, student debt is the last thing they contracts and revisit layoffs and plant done. First of all cancel student debt and make future need. The Oshawa Express is a publi- cation of Dowellman Publishing Corp closings), there will be uncertain times in education - and skill training - tuition free. Lets remem- By cancelling their debt, they can become instant par- which is located at 600 Thornton Oshawa in the near term. ber that, in addition to last month's 129,000 job loss, and ticipants in the economy, and more likely to accept, sans Rd. S., Oshawa, ON, L1J 6W7 debt, lower paying entry jobs. (905) 571-7334, Fax (905) 571- Although GM’s workforce in Oshawa more to come, we need to add thousands of graduating 0255, E-mail:[email protected]. has decreased dramatically over the past Ed Goertzen All advertising and editorial mate- rial published by The Oshawa decade, there is still a sizeable chunk of Express and Dowellman Publishing Zero results on the harbour Corp is for exclusive use of this publi- the labour force beholden to the company, cation and cannot be reproduced be it those who work in feeder plants or Dear Editor, The only constants over the past two decades have elsewhere without prior permission. those who operate businesses in the com- After reading last week's article in the Express been the fact that we have zero results on the harbor, Advertising Policy: Advertisers and we have the same councillor sitting in the chair. must check immediately after first (Cynthia McQueen Wed. Feb 4) regarding insertion of their retail or classified munity. Takingpot shots for political points seems to the order Canadian union officials are saying up Infrastructure spending, I must admit I felt frustrated advertisement to ensure there are no and deflated. of the day, which ultimately leads to inaction. errors in the advertisement. The to 400,000 jobs are directly attributed to Oshawa Express and Dowellman How can we in Oshawa expect anything to happen It is my understanding that this budget contains the Publishing Corp are not responsible the automotive company in Canada, many when our local councillors find it more beneficial to most infrastructure spending since the construction of for second or further insertions of the incorrect advertisement. Further, The in the southern Ontario market surround bash the federal government than come to the table and the trans-national railway. Oshawa Express and Dowellman its various production plants in Oshawa work together for our community? The time is now for petty partisan politics to be put Publishing Corp are not responsible aside or we, the residents of Oshawa, stand to be the for costs or damages for a non inser- and elsewhere. Councillor (Brian) Nicholson's comments aimed tion of an agreed upon advertisement. Over the years, Oshawa politicians directly at MP (Colin) Carrie, in my biggest losers. Perhaps Mr. Nicholson needs “someone The editor has the right to edit, to call him to tell him how to do his job,” as he so elo- change in any way, or classify an have pointed out that they need to diversi- opinion, were unprofessional, unproductive and advertisement. The Oshawa Express fy, to draw more industry to the area. In outright disgraceful. How easy it is for a local council- quently put it. I would be more than happy to make and Dowellman Publishing Corp are lor who has been in the job for over 25 years to pass the that call, and I'm sure I'm not alone. only responsible for the cost of the large part, that hasn’t happened. advertisement space that is taken up buck so quickly! Margaret Howarth by an incorrect insertion, except in the The local economy has some govern- case of failure to notify The Oshawa ment jobs, and there are plans for expan- Tartan manager tells version of hockey dad story Express of any errors after the first sion at the Darlington nuclear station, insertion and then there would be no standing two feet away from the “Hockey Dad” during responsibility on the part of The which will create hundreds of construc- Dear Editor: Oshawa Express and Dowellman This letter is in response to your article “Hockey his disturbing outbreak. Publishing Corp. tion jobs for many years to come. The four hockey dads arrived at the Rossland Road Unfortunately, there hasn’t been a flurry Team to Boycott Oshawa”, dated 11th February 2009. Let me begin by saying the Tartan Tavern has been a Plaza at approximately 1:20 am. All four dads (appeared of economic development activity locally. well-established business for over 30 years. Billy Dolan to be) visibly intoxicated and were refused entry into the The community is still largely a GM and Kevin Kelly have run a safe and friendly bar with Tartan. The one dad started arguing with our doorman, town. very few police assisted calls in those 30 years. (in between our two front doors), and would not take no It is becoming more and more clear The owners, staff, and customers did not have any- for an answer. The other three dads were several yards that for GM to survive in Canada and the thing to do with the behaviour of the four away, outside on the walkway. The dad that had been U.S., the company needs to change. Cambridge/Waterloo “Hockey Dads”. Why was it nec- arguing with our doorman started arguing with one of the Letters to Labour and health costs need to be essary for your reporter/writer to mention the name, police officers and then got into an altercation with him. addressed, in particular in the U.S. And Tartan, rather than just write a local bar? Your reporter I would like to praise the Durham Region Police offi- cers that were working Saturday night. The original call the Editor the company can’t simply blame its work- writes a story of four out-of-town hockey dad’s that were The Oshawa Express publishes mistreated by the Tartan, and two claim to have been was over with when the “Hockey Dad’s” arrived. Most ers for the firm’s floundering. of the officers were in their cars when the one “Hockey every Wednesday in the City of mistreated by Durham Region Police officers. I was Oshawa. Send us your comments, The company itself must do a better appalled when I read Ms. Strachan’s article. Dad” decided to act out. If the officer had not been there job of developing cars that people want it could have been the doorman and/or me that the letters to the editor, suggestions. After checking with many of your readers and asking We’d like to hear from you. Please and to build and sell these vehicles at “Hockey Dad” hit. them their interpretation of the story it was apparent that write to: competitive prices, and then market these everyone believed these hockey dads had been mistreat- To all our Durham Regional Police staff, I know you The Oshawa Express, vehicles effectively. We all hope that this ed by the Tartan and the police. I am asking that you pub- don’t hear this very often, I THANK YOU VERY 600 Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa, ON is possible, and that the future includes lish my letter for your readers. This is not a third-hand MUCH for doing a great job that evening and everyday L1J 6W7 GM headquartered in Oshawa for the story I am weaving. I am one of the managers of the you’re out there trying to keep order in our city. or email: foreseeable future. Time will tell. Tartan Tavern and was on duty Saturday evening. I was Catherine Carlton [email protected]

Page 4 FEB 18 2009 United Way luncheon recognizes importance of giving By Lindsey Cole Cubitt, along with eight others, were “For us not to have The Oshawa Express awarded for their outstanding efforts when it that loss is a great came to supporting the 2008 United Way achievement,” he says, Garry Cubitt remembers his father active- Oshawa/Whitby/Clarington/Brock and adding the total loss at ly campaigning for United Way at General Scugog campaign. the end amounted to Motors. Although the United Way faced some $340,000. Seeing this example quickly taught Cubitt challenges because of the dwindling econo- The reason why the the importance of giving back. my, they managed to raise more than $2.4 United Way managed “It was just part of me. You never know million - $175,000 of that is new money for to come out slightly how much influence that will have. It sticks,” 2008. ahead is thanks in large the CAO for Durham Region told United Way Initially the organization was faced with part to Durham College representatives, local businesses and promi- the possibility of a $600,000 loss because of and UOIT, the Durham nent members of the community during a the havoc that plagued the manufacturing sec- District School Board luncheon at the Holiday Inn Oshawa tor across the region, the most notable in the and a number of other Thursday, Feb. 12. auto sector. business and organiza- tions that came together to support the cause raising more than $100,000. “I think it’s a reflec- tion that people do get it,” he says. From left, Martyn Beckett, Andrew Harris and Glen Uens, chairman of the “It was a super United Way. Harris and Beckett received outstanding leadership in educa- achievement.” tion awards at the United Way luncheon. United Way award recipients

· Outstanding growth for an agency – John Howard Society · Outstanding growth for a business – Reliance · Outstanding growth for a municipality – Municipality of Clarington · Outstanding growth in education – Durham College and UOIT · Outstanding leadership in education – Martyn Beckett and Andrew Harris · Longstanding service in volunteering – Cheryl Goff and Line Millette · Longstanding service in allocations – Debbie Marsh · Outstanding volunteer in community development – Bill Grylls Photo by Katie Strachan/ The Oshawa Express · Outstanding community leadership – Garry Cubitt Glen Uens, chairman of the United Way stands with the award winners from Durham College. Durham College President Don Lovisa (centre) accepts the award for outstanding growth in the education field.

FEB 18 2009 Page 5 Staff restructuring to save Lakeridge cash From OSHAWA page 1 patient care cuts.” of three new positions designated to patient work. thing to Oshawa is ludicrous,’ says Pearce. Rather, some tough decisions have been care. The hospital’s deficit in 2008-09 is expect- “There’s no doubt we need a strong centre in made in the higher level of Lakeridge Health They include two new vice-presidents of ed to be about $10.8 million and is predicted Oshawa with specialists but we need other Oshawa’s senior management sector. patient care, and a vice-president of profes- to get higher in the following year. These hospitals to add relief.” On Feb. 12, Empey announced a new sen- sional practice and chief nursing executive. changes are expected to save $250,000 per Pearce referred to Lakeridge Health ior management structure at the Oshawa hos- These positions incorporate more responsibil- year in salaries and wages. Oshawa as “the castle” and said it “will fall” pital, taking away the focus from the adminis- ity and a greater role at the hospital, Empey “I’m dramatically downsizing the admin if Bowmanville closes at night or limits hours. tration side and placing more emphasis on says. side. But this is not about performance,” he Empey reinforced while Lakeridge is try- patient care. “We’ve been slowly releasing to the com- says relating to the cuts, as some of these ing to cut costs, it is not resorting to cutting Three senior positions were cut as result of munity that Lakeridge is running a deficit. employees have worked for the hospital for hours in Bowmanville. the change, which meant getting rid of the Lakeridge has started (this year) on a finan- more than 20 years. “It’s not true,” he says. “We’re in the mid- vice-president of clinical programs and chief cial challenge. We’re reducing admin and “They (those who were fired) have been dle of budget activity…but we’re trying our nursing executive, the vice-president of clini- increasing patient care.” instrumental in the development of Lakeridge best to keep it open. It’s not our objective to cal support services and chief planning officer He says this restructuring will help create Health,” he says, adding it hasn’t been easy. close it at this time. We’re trying to limit as well as the chief communications officer. a lean senior management team that will be “I’m messing with peoples lives to better with However, for Empey it meant the creation able to lead the $380 million hospital net- hospital.” 2009 budget allows for $127,000 in community grants From TAXES page 1 The city recently received a $6.3 million mately decide which projects receive funding lots of surpluses.” lines and don’t have any serious economic grant from the provincial government but is out of the $6.3 million and that the closure of The city is also hoping to put away downturns, next year it will be about a 4.5 per choosing to hold off on the Civic was not tied into the $250,000 per year until a reserve fund reach- cent tax levy increase,” says Bob Duignan, using it until a decision 2009 budget. es $1 million for winter maintenance, which city manager. is made for its use. A “We’ve got reserves and The news that the city includes snowplowing and salting, among Duignan explains the city could even city report outlines the would reserve the $6.3 million other items. Winter maintenance has been one deliver something better for the 2010 budget, Oshawa Civic, road and more reserves and we’re doesn’t sit well with all coun- of the city’s most affected budgets due to cli- provided strategies are managed properly. bridge infrastructure asking (the residents) for a cillors. mate change. Funding for social housing is a concern and the harbour as pre- tax increase?” “We’ve got reserves and The city also handed out about $127,000 amongst councilors. Cullen states that money liminary candidates. more reserves and we’re ask- in partnership grants to various community for social housing is flowing from the federal “To me, closing are- -Tito-Dante Marimpietri ing (the residents) for a tax organizations. government, and Duignan assured council nas should be a last increase?” questions council- While the tax increase is official, council- that staff was working to collect some of these resort and they seem lor Tito-Dante Marimpietri. lors John Neal and Tito-Dante Marimpietri funds. like they’re the first resort,” says councillor However Duignan explains, voted against the proposed increase on budg- “We’re going to aggressively look at Brian Nicholson of the possible closure of the “To create a really sound tomorrow we et day. obtaining some funding,” he says. Oshawa Civic. absolutely have to respect those reserves. We “I just think with the way the economy is According to Duignan, council will ulti- shouldn’t be under the illusion that we have right now, it’s not right,” says Neal. Friend pushing city towards a memorial for green leader From TREE page 1 city,” he says, adding he hopes others will before her death. who want to donate to the memorial can email driver in late October 2008. She was 58-years- catch on to the memorials. “You beautify the “We were like two young girls. We laughed Mike Pellegrino at mikepellegrino@ old. city and you have a lasting memory for every- our heads off at everything. Her death was so rogers.com Both councillor John Henry and mayor one. She (Gostlin) immersed herself in issues sudden and so tragic. It was quite something. “Pat wasn’t about her death, she was about John Gray are confident it will pass. that effected Oshawa.” You (Gostlin) really didn’t deserve this.” her life. She was full of life. It’s a healing point “It’s not political. This was a person who The proposal was first initiated by Henry in A memorial plaque will also be placed for us. We did love her,” Kerr says. was a very visible member of the community,” November after Kerr, along with several other alongside the tree to represent a community A 25-year-old Bowmanville man has been Henry says. “This is one of those feel good members of the Oshawa Greens, felt com- leader and a friend who will never be forgot- charged with impaired operation causing things.” pelled to do something. ten. death, failure to provide a breath sample, dan- Mayor Gray echoes Henry’s sentiments. “We had to do something, instead of just The ceremony could take place as early as gerous driving causing death and failure to “I think it’s a great way to green up the thinking about it,” she explains, adding she May. The Green Party has donated $350 to remain at the scene in connection with spent almost everyday with the spirited leader cover the cost of the tree and plaque, but those Gostlin’s death. Local realtors applaud federal government home. Government A First-Time Home Buyers tax credit was also announced adding a boost which will help offset the clos- ing costs, like legal fees and the land transfer tax. to encourage But how much does a home cost in the Oshawa area? first time According to the association’s website, the average selling price for a home in Oshawa was buyers to $196,932. However, for a sin- gle-detached home the price purchase homes went up to $219,330, whereas a semi-detached was $157,700. While it may not seem like But the association doesn’t the best time to buy a home, to just applaud the government for the Durham Region Association creating incentives for new of Realtors there are many rea- home owners, they also recog- sons to jump on the new home- nize the efforts made towards owner bandwagon. current homeowners. The association is applauding The Home Renovation tax the federal government’s initia- credit will also create an incen- tives pertaining to the housing tive for current home owners, industry in the 2009 budget. the press release states, by giv- In particular, they feel the ing a tax credit of up to $1,350 Home Buyers’ Plan will make for renovations that cost more all the difference in the housing than $1,000 but not over sector, a press release states. $10,000. Photo by Katie Strachan/ The Oshawa Express New home buyers can take For the association it is a step out $25,000, which is an in the right direction when times Crisis diverted thanks to Oshawa Public Utilities increase of $5,000, tax free, are tough and people may be Oshawa Public Utilities Commission (OPUC) was called to the Thornton Road South area after a faulty cable left the surrounding from their RRSP and put it fearful to take the plunge into buildings with no power. The Oshawa Express’ building, one of the affected businesses, was left in the dark on production day. towards a down payment on a renovations or buying a new Crew members of OPUC and Badger Daylighting worked tirelessly to get the power turned back on to ensure the newspaper went home. out on time.

Page 6 FEB 18 2009 Local group raising money to buy supplies Lending Oshawa libraries a helping hand love the library, reading and enjoy books,” “We have our giant book sale which runs she adds. Friends of the she says. “We raise money through various for four days throughout October,” she says. The “summer read sale” features books fundraisers and then ask the libraries for “We rely heavily on donations from com- and novels with summer themes such as gar- Oshawa Public their wish list and try and munity people and dening or traveling and “lighter reads.” get them the things they some donations They’ve held this sale for the last three need most.” from the library.” years. Library fundraising Just recently, the “We rely heavily on Last year’s “People can get great deals then too,” she Friends of the Public book sale man- explains. for libraries Library appointed a new donations from aged to raise over They also host a monthly CineFest which board of directors, in community people and $20,000, which feature movies that do not usually come to success which Edmondson is the was donated to Oshawa or are hard-to-find. The cost to see chair. some donations from the support the the flick is $7, held at the Cineplex theatre. By Katie Strachan “We currently have 11 Oshawa Public The next movie, held Feb. 25 at 7 p.m., is a The Oshawa Express members (on the board),” library.” Libraries. comedy called Happy Go Lucky. says Edmondson. The Edmondson The group has been working to help the Judith Edmondson has a passion for group has had as many as -Judith Edmondson says that the most Oshawa libraries since 1995, according to books and a love of the library. 12 members in the past. rewarding thing is Edmondson. That’s why she has put her energies into They have over 200 vol- that people, who Call the library at 905-579-6111 ext. the Friends of the Oshawa Public Libraries, unteers to help the struggling libraries. The are not able to purchase books for full price, 5266 if you’re interested in joining or a group with a mission to assist and raise group holds fundraisers throughout the can get some books at cheaper prices. donating. The cost of a membership is only money for the local libraries. entire year but mainly focuses on book “We do so well with the giant sale that $5 for an individual and $10 for a family. “We’re all just a bunch of people who sales. we decided to host a second one in May,” Region’s calling 15 Ways to find more happiness Do you find this time of year to be the most depressing? ily and friends can promote happiness. I believe there are some environmental reasons for this. 2) Be generous and share with others. Give more than for council’s The days are shorter. you receive, because being generous will make you happy. Sunshine is in short supply. I once read a poem about a young man seeking happiness. As you get older, the cold and snow start to get you In an effort to be happy he played his guitar and was happy down, because it confines you to the indoors, unless of for a short while, but then moved on. approval course you are involved in winter activities like snow- He found some beautiful flowers and happily picked boarding, skiing, etc. them and smelled their fragrance. This made him happy for Durham Region is calling major cellu- I know several of my older friends and relatives are not a short while, but the flowers soon wilted and he realized out for council’s approval, liter- lar networks. as cheery as they usually are at other times of the year. that his quest for happiness was not successful his first day. ally. The In an effort to improve happiness in Oshawa, I have The next day, he again picked up his guitar but this time Staff members at the region region come up with 15 pointers to help increase your happiness played it for some small children who brightened up at the are hoping to have their cell spends about quotient. sound. phone plans renewed as their $80,000 each I have used some of these to be happy, The memory of those smiling appreciative contracts are up. This contract month on and I think they will work for you: children made him happy. affects about 1,200 cell phones, these services for personnel, 1) I believe that happiness begins in Later he picked up some flowers and gave including blackberries, pagers including those in emergency the home with your family. I have tried to them to an elderly lady in his neighbourhood. and cell phones, with three medical service. improve my relationship with my par- Her appreciative face lit up the surroundings. ents. My dad is 87, my mom 83. They The man went home convinced that he had both live in the Wilmot Creek communi- found the secret of happiness that day. Region may need to shell ty. 3) Be an optimist. Optimism generates I don’t think my wife and I can ever good feelings. out more money for project see enough of our grown children. We Don’t hang around with losers. Likewise, were fortunate enough to spend several days in the Lower don’t hang around with pessimists. The region may be forced to created through backwashing. Mainland of British Columbia during the recent terrible I believe we are influenced by the people we spend our shell out 13 per cent more than The clean water is then released weather of early January where rooftops collapsed from the time with and despite economic downturns, is it of any ben- previously budgeted for into Lake Ontario while the weight of the snow and then the rain. While I would swear efit to waste time dwelling on all the bad economic news upgrades to the Oshawa water remainder is directed into a sani- that there are almost no snowploughs from Burnaby to coming out of our area? supply plant. tary sewer. Maple Ridge, I was still happy to be with my eldest son and 4) Smile and laugh a lot. Smiling makes you happy and Back in 2006, the region There were two bidders on the his wife and our little granddaughter. the more you smile the happier you become. We all like issued a Request for Proposals equipment, including Ecodyne, We could not help but smile and laugh playing with people who smile. I know of people who are very good for upgrades to the water supply which was chosen because of its ‘Izzybee.’ looking, but they rarely smile and therefore mostly look plant and received submissions proximity to Oshawa and If you can forgive the enthusiasm for a doting grandpa, gloomy. If they only knew how their appearance is so much from manufacturers of plate set- because of its lower price. you can see a small sampling of my little adventure on enhanced with a smile. tling equipment for pre-selection The region entered into an YouTube by typing in ‘Izzybee in B.C.’ 5) Pray. Become spiritual and seek out the God of your to upgrade standby power and agreement with Ecodyne and It made me wonder where we have gone wrong. understanding. I firmly believe that we are not alone in our process to ensure their compli- paid them $15,000 for shop Little Isabelle would wake up in the morning, chatting voyage on this earth. If you want to be happy then ask God ance with provincial legislation. drawings, which were used dur- and singing to herself. to help you to be happy. I believe that prayer can help us to That contract with Ecodyne ing the detailed design of the Can you imagine if we all woke up singing? accomplish things. It certainly can do no harm. Limited, based in Burlington, has tanks to ensure they were proper- So firstly, having healthy loving relationships with fam- expired because of delays in the ly sized and fit accordingly. completion of the design, needed Because of the delays, the for additional groundwater region’s finance department has investigations. had to renegotiate a revised One component crucial to the agreement, based on their earlier upgrade is to pass backwash and proposal and the revised timing floor drain water through a series for construction they have of plate settlers to remove some increased their price to $337,439 of the clean water from the solids before taxes.

FEB 18 2009 Page 7 Accessibility, seniors and snow removal Two days ago, Scott Pigden fell over in his inclusiveness.” scooter on Harmony Road because the snow “The city manager suggested a scoping and ice had not been cleared and “it hasn’t meeting and that’s a start,” said Pigden. snowed in how many days?” asked Pigden. Pigden and Cyndie Sproul, who walks with a seeing-eye dog, addressed members of council at a special joint meeting requesting they be included on a taskforce to address the snow clearing issues around the city. After much debate, the joint meeting of the Community Services and Finance and Administration Committees, voted against the creation of such a taskforce. Members of council did however vote to have members from the Oshawa Accessibility Advisory Committee (OAAC) and the Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre address the existing taskforce. Sproul addressed the Finance and Administration Committee and city council previously about how snow clearing issues leave her and her dog walking in the streets “like two lost souls in the middle of traffic.” Sproul and Pigden both felt the decision was not much different than what is already in place. “We don’t know yet,” said Pigden. “It’s still a work in progress.” Sproul pointed out, “It’s not about ‘we’ and ‘them’ it’s about ‘us.’ It’s about universal

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Sandy began a job as an elementary school girl was in the same spot, still by herself. counsellor and she was eager to help. One day Approaching again, Sandy offered, "Would during recess she noticed a girl standing by her- you like me to be your friend?" self on one side of a playing field while the rest of The girl hesitated, and then said, "Okay," look- Dyson, 9 months, Clyde who is deaf and his sister, both four months, the kids enjoyed a game of soccer at the other. ing at the woman suspiciously. love sitting in the kitchen catching the rays from the sun. They’re Sandy approached and asked if she was all Feeling she was making progress, Sandy then English Bull Terriers. right. asked, "Why are you standing here all alone?" The girl said she was. "Because," the little girl said with great exas- The Oshawa Express would like to remind its readers to still send in Echo A little while later, however, Sandy noticed the peration, "I'm the goalie!" Baby pictures to run bi-weekly to the Express Perfect Pet feature.

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Learn to be a better speaker and Thurs. March 12 listener. Toastmasters helps its member improve their communica- Explore the different paths to vol- tion skills and leadership skills unteerism with the Durham Region while fostering self-confidence. Association for Volunteer Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre. Administration. The event will fea- Contact Carolyn at 905-720-0028 ture two keynote speakers. for more info. Registration is $75 for members and $100 for non-members. For Fri. Feb. 20 more info call (905) 723-4461 or email [email protected]. Join the Central Lake Conservation Authority for their annual Hoot & March 14 to March 22 Feb. 11 Sudoku answers Howl. The event will feature a short skit and a hike into the woods. The 34th annual maple syrup festi- Space is limited. Register by calling val. General Admission: $3 for 905-579-0411 ext. 11108 and adult, $2 for child (12yrs and clearly state the names and phone under) and seniors, $7 family made number of those attending. of two adults and three children. Enniskillen is located north of Note: general admission does not Bowmanville on Holt Road. include pancakes, or horse-drawn wagon ride. Purple Woods Lupus information session. Contact Conservation Area is located on the Shannon to confirm attendance or southeast corner of Coates Road for more information at 905-697- and Simcoe Street at the 2941. The seminar will take place Oshawa/Scugog boundary. at the Loblaws on Gibb Street in the Contact the Conservation upstairs room. Administration Office at (905) 579- 0411 or visit the website at Laugh it up! The 6th annual come- www.cloca.com for more info. dians followed by musical enter- tainment till 1 a.m. The event takes Sun. March 15 place at the Lviv hall. For more info call 905-668-7711 A children’s choir brings a taste of Africa to Oshawa. The Watoto Feb. 21 Children’s Choir is putting on the Concert of Hope, featuring TVO kids is coming to the Oshawa Ugandan children wearing cos- Centre. Get up, get active and have tumes and highlighting the African fun. The free event for kids and rhythm and harmonies. families starts at 11 a.m. Contact The concert takes place at 7 p.m. at Lisa for more info at 416-484- the Kingsview United Church at 2600 ext. 2454 505 Adelaide Ave. East. The concert is free but donations Durham Coin-aa-rrama! Free event are being accepted. For more infor- Count Dracula wows at theatre for collectors and dealers. The event mation visit www.watoto.com or will feature paper, coins, medals call 250-920-8607. Lucy is dead…Mina becomes mysteriously ill… and The make-up, costumes and set design helped create an and many other items. Five Points Renfield is just…well…plain mad! exciting effect that keeps the viewer spellbound throughout Mall. Contact Sharon for more info Sun. March 29 A comedy by Ted Hiller, based on the novel by Bram the production. at 905-728-1352 Stoker, this story portrays the charming Count Dracula The entire cast of this show deserved the standing ova- Grandma and me dessert and tea who, as in folklore, has a nasty habit of sinking his teeth tion they received. Feb. 26 to March 1 at Parkwood Estates. It’s the perfect into beautiful women. Count Dracula wrapped up performances on the week- opportunity for grandparents and From the stage to the magical disappearances, to secret end. The next production is Camelot, which begins April The 2009 BMO Synchronized skat- grandkids to spend time together, panels, howling wolves and yes, bats flying over the audi- 19, 2009. ing championships at the General sharing tea and reminiscing about ence, the Oshawa Little Theatre has once again captivated OLT hosts many different shows throughout the year. Motors Centre. The event will fea- the olden days. Tickets are $12 and the audience with an utmost wonderful production. Visit the website at www.oshawalittletheatre.com to check ture over 1,400 figure skaters. advance purchase is required. The The talented cast lead by director Ray James features out the line up for 2009. Purchase tickets at the GM Centre event takes place from 3 p.m. to veteran actors Carol Laing, Dave Albright, Aaron Kanters, OLT is located 62 Russett Ave. in Oshawa. For ticket box office or by calling 1-877-436- 4:30 p.m. For more info call (905) Melissa Knight, Robert Calvert, and Del Strangward plus information, call 905-723-0282 or visit the Information 8811 or online at www.generalmo- 433-4311. newcomers Paul Nadeau, Jordan Angrove and Chris Grech. Kiosk in the Oshawa Centre.

FEB 18 2009 Page 11 Gens keep spirits high Saginaw rally attempt falls short

By Wally Donaldson The Oshawa Express

To wax poetic “You live by the sword and you die by the sword” is a popular slo- gan which could be attributed to the Generals at this juncture of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season. To live by the sword is to ice one of the youngest teams in the junior circuit capable Meghan Renwick (11) of the Durham Lady Lords shifts gears during Saturday’s Ontario Colleges Athletic of providing a bushel full of energy. Association (OCAA) women’s volleyball qualifier To die by the sword is to ice one of the against the Sault Cougars. youngest teams in the league capable of giving in to the older and more experienced squads currently enjoying success in the standings. Lords off to And there could perhaps be a mixture of both as clearly demonstrated during last Monday afternoon’s 7-5 victory over the Hamilton for Saginaw Spirit. The youthful exuberance delighted the playoff match crowd of 5,211 fans on Family Day at the GM Centre as the Generals constructed a 5- By Wally Donaldson 0 lead late in the middle stanza. The Oshawa Express But the veteran Spirit found their scor- ing touch and managed to close the deficit Not to suggest that the claws of the Cougars to one, 6-5, with three goals in a 3:12 span. weren’t completely sharp last Saturday afternoon, Jeff Hayes capped a brilliant deke by slid- but the Sault Cougars offered little in the way of ing the puck under a shocked goalie competition against a more determined Durham Edward Pasquale following a heads-up Lady Lords during a qualifying Ontario Colleges pass from Jeff Brown with 2:37 left on the Athletic Association (OCAA) women’s volleyball clock. playoff contest at the Campus Recreation and “When you take a look at the veteran Wellness Centre. power that Saginaw has, they have the Lords rolled to three straight wins by 25-13, 25- players who can step it up,” said Oshawa 19 and 25-22 scores, qualifying for the league’s coach Chris DePiero of the Spirit’s rally quarter-final round in North Bay on Saturday attempt. “We knew they would be coming against a polished Nipissing Lakers. at us hard when you take a look at how This will obviously be a more challenging tilt in close the standings are (in the Western the northern city for the Lady Lords against the Conference). Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express Lakers who were 17-3 in conference play and have “We were able to weather the storm, enjoyed the success of three consecutive provincial maybe make it a little too tight. But that is a Jeff Hayes (21) of the Oshawa Generals may not be tall in stature, but he has a long reach as medals. sign of our youth and inexperience some- demonstrated here during last Monday afternoon’s Ontario Hockey League (OHL) game against the Saginaw Spirit at the GM Centre. And though the Lords worked hard for their win times rearing its ugly head at the wrong against the Sault, a little refinement, especially in time. But we’re still in the game at the end the serving department, might very well be high- of the day.” tenders. Brampton and notched a goal and assist lighted in the playbook of coach Shane Christopher. The victory launched the Generals into “It’s a bit of a lot of things,” adds against the Bulls. Conor Stokes and Andy “We know that Nipissing is going to be a heck of seventh spot in the Eastern Conference, two DePiero about the number of shots on the Andreoff rounded out the Oshawa scoring. a lot tougher,” notes Christopher. “They are a qual- points ahead of the Sudbury Wolves while Oshawa net and the demands of his netmin- Meanwhile, the Generals are without the ity team. But at the same time, we realize that we enjoying a game in hand. ders. “The guys are doing what they have to services of their captain, James LeDlory, didn’t stay focused enough (against the Cougars). Youth and experience came to the fore in do and they need to work as hard as they who was assessed a 12-game suspension We are a different team, depending on who we’re this one as Brett Parnham, who had a solid need to work. The guys are fighting a little evolving from an incident last Feburary 6 playing, so we fully expect to come out (in North start following the John Tavares trade but of the flu bug right now, but we’re getting against the Kingston Frontencas. DeLory Bay) and maintain emotions and the mental focus cooled somewhat, came energized and col- there.” received a match penalty for slashing and a throughout the entire match. lected four points, including a pair of goals. Generals needed the win on the heels of subsequent fighting major on the same play. “We can put together a game plan and we have Hayes also had a two-goal performance successive weekend losses to the Battalion “The actions of player DeLory were the leadership and the right parts to be successful with Scott Valentine, John Padulo and 3-1 in Brampton on Sunday and a 6-3 set- most concerning, both the inappropriate use against them.” Calvin de Haan notching singles to help the back to the Belleville Bulls last Friday of the stick and the subsequent physical Durham senior Kristen Connor turned in a solid Generals snap a four-game drought, despite evening in Oshawa. interactions with his opponent,” said OHL performance against the Cougars with 14 points and being outshot 19-6 in the final period and Pickering native Chris Chappell tallied commissioner David Branch. eight digs. Mandi Doris chipped in with 11 points. 45-35 overall. three third-period goals for Saginaw and Generals entertain the Frontenacs Lords would like nothing better than to survive Neil Conway got the call in goal and added an assist. Jack Combs and Barry Thursday night at 7:05 pm before heading to their match against the Lakers since Durham is turned aside 40 shots, making for yet anoth- Sanderson fired the other Spirit goals. Peterborough on Saturday night for a key playing host to the OCAA provincial volleyball er busy 60 minutes for the Oshawa goal- Brown fired the Oshawa goal in matchup against the Petes. championship February 27-28. Ironically, Nipissing will host the Canadian championship in March. Meanwhile, the Lords emerged victorious in their men’s volleyball qualifying round, defeating Honky Tonk Man heads up GCW Niagara College 33-31, 25-21 and 25-20. Lords advance to their quarter-final playoff on Popular wrestler The Hall in Oshawa. wrestler from Ontaro recent- Friday in Hamilton against the Mohawk Honky Tonk Man, who once The Honky Tonk Man, ly cut by the WWE during Mountaineers. played the guitar on the with 30 years of pro wrest- roster cuts because of the PJ Cornelius led all Oshawa players with 12 head of Randy “Macho ing experience which economy, and women’s points with Jamie Mayer and Matt Mahorn collect- Man” Savage, will be strut- includes the World champion Lufisto. ing nine points apiece. ting his wares inside the Wrestling Entertainmment The GCW will also be in Mountaineers dominated the Lords winning all squared circle as part of a (WWE) during the 1980’s Port Perry Thursday night three exhibition games earlier in the season. Great Canadian Wrestling and ‘90s, will headline a and in Lindsay on Saturday This marks the first time in three years that the (GCW) card Friday night at card that includes Shawn evening. Lords have advanced to the OCAA final eight. the Royal Canadian Legion ‘Gavin’ Spears, a pro First bout goes at 7 p.m.

Page 12 FEB 18 2009 Durham Lords tally A “Major” outlet for win over Centennial local curling elite Colts By Wally Donaldson League has for the past 22 years weekly competition of quality the gals can keep pace of the guys. Eric Smith racked up 25 points and pulled The Oshawa Express provided an outlet for Durham’s rinks, joined in to help make it a Port Perry’s Janet McGhee, down 14 rebounds to lead the Durham Lords to best to gather once a week and fine tradition. Kelly Evans, Andrea Lawes and a 75-64 victory For all the Ontario Curling hone their skills against each And although men’s and Jeannette Soo turned in a spirited against Association (OCA) playdowns and other, capped by a season-ending women’s teams have come and effort this season and noticeably Centennial bonspiels top curlers in the championship and awards banquet. gone since its inception, the Major enjoyed being a part of quality on Colts. Durham region have at their dis- It’s a special league held every league has given foursomes with ice. That recent posal, there is a special apprecia- Wednesday evening at the Oshawa visions of copping a Brier or even A Canadian junior rink skipped victory puts the tion for one league in particular. Curling Club that was initially Scottie’s Tournament of Hearts, a by Kim Gellard was the first Lord just two The Oshawa Major Curling conceived by Scott golden opportunity to work on female entry to this league during points behind Howey of their play prior to Zone and the early 1990’s. the Fleming Port Perry. Regional playdowns. “I was approached by (noted Knights with a Indeed, other “The balance of teams have curler) Paul Savage who is Kim’s standing of 14-4 curlers with- gotten stronger over the years,” uncle and at that time, we were in conference in Durham, notes Howey. “In years past, it playing in Uxbridge,” Howey play this season. realizing the was a three or four-horse race, but recalls. “They came in (to the The Knights right now, it’s a very strong league) because they simply want- have managed league.” ed to get some games in before to slide and now A unique ele- going to the have a score of ment to this weekly Timbers claims world juniors 15-3. gathering is the in Bulgaria. The Lords “shortened” season, league title They appreci- have won 9-0 in thus affording ated the fact all home games, curlers to focus on other endeav- that the teams we had going at the making their ours. time could give them some good next home game Indeed, the season wound up competition.” against the sec- last week with Greg Timbers of Howey has also welcomed ond place the Uxbridge Curling Club claim- mixed teams to the group in his Knights a crucial Star shooter Eric Smith tallied sig- ing a hard-fought 8-7 playoff vic- endeavour to keep high competi- game. 25 points to lead the Durham nifi- tory over Ajax Annandale’s Blair tion at its maximum. Smith, a Lords to victory over the Metrakos for the league crown. Prized teams and curlers from freshman for the Centennial Colts in league play. How fitting that these two an individual standpoint have been Lords, has been teams finished 1-2 in the stand- a part of the Major league over the leading in a very exciting season so far, record- cance ings among the 11 competing years, including former champion ing a total of 9 double doubles in the year. of rinks. John Epping from Peterborough, Other Lord points went to Tyler Pelley who stag- And it seemed the two final- who currently plays with Wayne picked up 10, three steals, six rebounds, and six ing ists did everything they could Middaugh. assists. With just sixteen minutes left of the this to keep a large gathering of “There has been an array of game, Nic Brown managed to put down eight spectators on the edge of their teams who have gone on to better points, with five rebounds, making this seats. things, such as Ian Dobson (from Brown’s third consecutive game scoring eight Timbers, curling with vice Cannington) who has competed in points or more. Barry Acton, second Warren a provincial Tankard,” adds With nine points into the game, Evan Leslie and lead Kent Cochrane Howey. Browne inched his way closer to assistant scored a four in the first end “I’ve always been concerned coach Matt Markovic’s high career score of and even managed to steal one about the demographics, the age of 599 points, in the second for a five-point curlers in this league for any given GAME RECAP leaving a lead. year. It’s a way of projecting distance of However, Metrakos, with where we’re going to be two or Final Score: six points. Durham 75 Centennial 64 vice Chris Van Huyse, second three years from now. Colts’ Andrew Klein and lead Scott “Young junior teams come and Half-Time Score: Roderick March, took a five on Timbers go really quick and don’t get me Durham 41 Centennial 29 Robinson in the third end to equal the wrong, they’re great to have out. scored 18 Lords Notables: score. Timbers did get a deuce The problem is they have a ten- Eric Smith – 25 points, 14 rebounds points, as in the sixth end, a two-point dency to disappear in a hurry. Tyler Pelley – 10 points, 5 steals, 4 well as bulge Metrakos couldn’t Overall, we have had a good mix rebounds, 2 assists Marlon counter. of junior right up to senior teams. Anthony Batchelor – 10 points, 6 MacLean, assists, 6 rebounds, 3 steals Photo by Wally Donaldson/The Oshawa Express Adding to the prestige of We have young teams like who scored a the league is the interest gen- Metrakos and (Jason) March (from A QUICK LOOK AT THE LORDS satisfying 20 Uxbridge skip Greg Timbers takes a hard look at his options during the playoff erated by the ladies’ side to Annandale). If they stay together, Conference Record: 14-4 points. final of the Oshawa Major Curling League while Annandale skip Blair Metrakos get involved and acknowledge this bodes well for the league.” Overall Record: 20-8 gets a birds-eye view at the Oshawa Curling Club. Smooching “he-men”: A kiss is just a kiss... stands the lens paused momentarily on the visi- “The Eel”, as he was called, due to his slip- his Coach’s Corner segment to showcase his tors bench, and caught Jeremy Roenick planting pery maneuvers around enemy goaltender’s number one pick—namely, Orr. The clip ended a big on Marc Recchi’s face. It hardly seems like creases, was the lightest player in the loop, but with Cherry bussing Bobby on the cheek. Later, the macho thing for he man pucksters to do, but baffled everyone with his goal-scoring prowess. during a re-run of those exact sequences, num- it has happened a surprising number of times One night an opposition skater, who outweighed ber four appeared out of nowhere on camera and over the years. him by several dozen pounds, slammed him into startled his former coach by returning the As the 1931-32 NHL playoffs moved into the the boards and held him there. “Now, watcha favour. For once, the verbose between-periods second round, the belligerent Montreal Maroons gonna do?”, the bully taunted. Henry simply guru had no quip ready. were pitted against the Detroit Falcons (who leaned forward and smooched him right on the The strangest of all cases featured Glenn Well! Everyone watching Hockey Night in became the Red Wings). It was a two-game, lips. The vice-like grip was quickly loosened. “Chico” Resch. In the spring of 1978, his Canada saw it on Sat. January 31—Don Cherry, total goal series, with the Canadien’s English- Because of the implications of two men Islanders outlasted the Penguins in the Cup the “kissing bandit” did it again—he kissed speaking counterparts coming out on top three expressing themselves in this way, it would be semi-finals. When sharpshooter Jean Pronovost Doug Gilmour on the cheek! goals to one. The gnarled old blueliner, Sprague an understatement to say that some guys didn’t bore in on the effervescent twine-tender, he let It’s not the first time Air Canada Centre spec- Cleghorn, was so happy he grabbed “Hooley” appreciate the move, even in jest. loose, but hit the post. Resch moved over and tators have been treated to that “unmanly” spec- Smith and kissed him. Poor Reginald nearly Doubtless the most famous of all such kissed the metal “goalies best friend”. At least tacle. On January 19, 2002, the Philadelphia fainted; he was so shocked at this display of exchanges in involved superstar Bobby Orr, and there was no chance of a reaction of any kind! Flyers were the visitors, and during the match affection from his former mortal enemy. his most enthusiastic booster, Don Cherry. In NEXT WEEK: SOME HUMOUR TO EASE the scoreboard cameramen decided to urge cou- In the mid 1950’s Camille Henry found this 1999, when the Hockey News picked the “Top YOUR S.A.A.D. ples in the stands to kiss. While sweeping the move very helpful in a rather unusual way. 50 NHL Players Of All Time”, “Grapes” used

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