$1.00 www.oshawaexpress.ca “Well Written, Well Read” Vol 4 No 29 Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Woman Genosha murdered reno well in rooming underway By Katie Strachan house The Oshawa Express By Katie Strachan and Lindsey Cole Rick Summers, owner of the Genosha The Oshawa Express building, has been granted the good news he was hoping for all along. A violent confrontation The region’s finance and administration between two women in an committee approved the company’s request for Oshawa rooming house has left financial assistance under its Regional one woman dead and the other charged with first Revitalization Program (RRP). degree murder. The $9.6 million re-build is a project that Police were called to the house in the Gibb will turn the old Genosha Hotel into new stu- Road and Celina Street area around 10 p.m. for an dent-housing facility in downtown Oshawa. unknown trouble call. Although most councillors agreed the proj- The officers discovered the body of 61-year- See HOPE Page 9 old Audrey Napper inside the home, with obvious signs of trauma. Despite initial reports, Dave Selby, director of Councillors corporate communications for Durham Regional Police, could not confirm that the body had been in the home for some time. antics prompt A 53-year-old woman, an acquaintance to the victim, who lives in the home was arrested on the scene and charged with first-degree murder. voting system She appeared in court the next day and has been remanded to the Whitby Mental Health query Centre. She will be in court again on June 5. By Lindsey Cole “I’m sure we have been there before but I The Oshawa Express don’t know how frequently,” says Selby. Police have now confirmed that they had been Voting all across the city, or a ward system? called to the rooming house back on April 3 for a That is the question. The subject was brought up at a recent disturbance call between the two women. Photo by Lindsey Cole/ The Oshawa Express Neighbours who live in the area were left won- finance and administration committee meet- dering how something like this could happen. ing, after one resident noticed the politics on “I’m just shocked that this happened,” says Hope for Tori City Council was getting out of hand. John Leo Hayes. James Sprague addressed the committee “She (the victim) wouldn’t hurt anyone. It The effects of a missing Woodstock girl were felt among dozens who released balloons at a com- regarding the voting-at-large system that was makes you feel a little uncomfortable.” munity centre in Courtice. Tammy Korkush and her daughter Montana came to the gathering to decided upon for the upcoming September This is Durham Region’s fourth homicide of show their support for eight-year-old Victoria ‘Tori’ Stafford who has been missing for over a month. 2010 election. 2009. See story page 7 See MUNICIPAL Page 9 EmploymentEmployment rallyrally drawsdraws hundredshundreds By Lindsey Cole ment insurance and pension protection in a benefits. But now she’s worried. The layoff The Oshawa Express time of economic hardship. is lasting too long and the bills are starting to For Tammy Schoep it was a chance to tell pile up. Despite the rain and gloomy skies, hun- her story. “GM’s too big to fall, right?” she says she dreds gathered at Memorial Park in Oshawa Laid off from General Motors, Schoep is asked herself. “Now I’m barely getting by. recently to make their presence known. a single mom with three children. I’ve come to the realization that it’s not These people are not going to give up. She has a home, a mortgage and was going to be a short layoff. We need an EI They believe in fighting for timely employ- lucky to get a job with a decent wage and See THE MIDDLE Page 9 Driving service fights license fee

By Lindsey Cole input to get feedback from all necessary stake- bility insurance,” he says, adding it would be However, others didn’t share the same dis- The Oshawa Express holders, before actually enforcing the bylaw. redundant for him to have to follow the bylaw dain for the bylaw. During the meeting, several business own- as he already complies with most of the recom- Mack Conway, of DD Express, has been in The bylaw came into effect May 1. ers and drivers told members how they felt mendations. Durham Region for more than eight years. It stipulates that any designated driving about the bylaw. “There have been no public safety con- “We support it mainly for the one rea- service in Oshawa must pay a $125 city licens- Glen Willchuk, on behalf of Keys To Us cerns. At no time does Keys To Us want the son...we have to prove there is $2 million in ing fee, be insured for $2 million in commer- Ltd., DD4U and Home Safe, told members city to licence and regulate driving services. liability insurance, for the safety of the cus- cial liability insurance and require each these services represent more than 70 per cent We are concerned...all your financial require- tomers we’re driving. It keeps everything employee have a criminal background check of the market place. Enforcing the bylaw could ments will have an impact on the viability of above board and honest. We have no problem and a valid ‘G’ licence. cause them to go out of business, as they sim- our services,” he says. with it,” he told members of the committee. While these requirements may not seem ply can’t afford the fees. He also adds 80 to 90 per cent of the driver Gail Mushinski, on behalf of all designated outlandish or out of the question, for many Keys To US was formed 13 years ago, base will be forced to leave because they don’t driving services, says the bylaw is asking too businesses in the city it could mean the begin- Willchuk says, after the couple who owns the make enough to support the city’s require- much. ning of the end. company lost their nephew in a drunk driving ments on top of their regular maintenance “We can’t afford $1,500 to $2,000 a year Such is the reason why members of the accident. costs. for insurance. This will result in a large void in finance and administration committee recom- Since then the business has boomed as “Never have I worked in a job that is as per- our city.” mended to council that the bylaw be suspend- many impaired drivers use the service to get sonally rewarding as this one. The City of The matter will be discussed at the next ed for the time being. They also suggested that themselves and their car home safely. Oshawa should be grateful our services even City Council meeting. a public meeting be advertised and held for “We carry adequate commercial general lia- exist.” Water bills sky-high for home dialysis patients By Katie Strachan nights a week, 52 weeks of the year, “Currently Ottawa provides a patient’s blood is circulated through The Oshawa Express for eight hours a day.” home dialysis grant program for a machine, which contains a dialyz- And that caused the Mash’s water consumption relief and we er (an artificial kidney). Linda Mash’s husband John has home water bill to skyrocket to would like the same for the Durham Patients are typically hooked up been receiving home hemo dialysis $1,028 in 2008. Region,” she explains. to the machine through a fistula in since December 2006. The reverse osmosis machine, Currently there are 28 patients in their arm. An artery and vein must This allows him to be at home which is needed for dialysis treat- Durham using home hemo dialysis be connected surgically in order to with family more often, remain ments, uses 348 litres of water each machines - seven of those are in do this. comfortable during treatments, per- hour. Oshawa, most between the ages of Mash refers to the needle as an form them when he chooses and John uses the machine for eight 18 and 80. instrument of torture. keeps him happy and healthy, she hours each night, however, by the Mash also had to endure an Another way is an internal graft. says. time it’s set up, ran its cycle and dis- eight-week thorough training pro- An artery is surgically connected to But it doesn’t come without a infected afterwards, John’s machine gram in order to properly hook-up, a vein with a short piece of special large price tag, which shows on the ‘Sophia’ has been running for 10 clean and maintain her husband’s tubing placed under the skin. The couple’s water bill. hours straight. machine. needles are then inserted into this “On average our water bills have That’s 3,480 litres of water a “Kidney disease can strike any- tubing. more than doubled because of the week. one at anytime,” she says. Lakeridge Health Oshawa deliv- water consumption during dialysis Mash came forward to the In fact, each and everyday in ers the supplies the family needs on treatment,” says Mash, who is also a region’s finance and administration Canada, 14 people learn their kid- a monthly basis free of charge, volunteer for the Lakeridge Health committee pleading with them to neys have failed and they will something Mash says helps signifi- Patient Services Committee. provide some relief for patients in require some form of dialysis. cantly. “We do hemo dialysis five Durham using home hemo dialysis. During hemo dialysis, the “If home hemo dialysis was not possible Lakeridge Health would Camaro orders keep coming in need 12 more Photo supplied at region presentation By Lindsey Cole during the first week of the usual summer Marc Comeau, GM of Canada’s vice-presi- machines,” she The Mash’s machine which they have The Oshawa Express shutdown period. dent of sales, service and marketing, in a explains. named ‘Sophia’ uses more than 3,000 “The purpose of the overtime is to ensure press release. Mash claims litres of water a week. Despite rumours of bankruptcy, bailout that we get the more than 19,000 orders and Even the recall of some Camaros hasn’t the closure of the while in-centre dialysis costs the and economic blunder General Motors customer pre-orders into the hands of cus- slowed sales. Whitby hospital hospital $45,000. Canada employees just got some good news. tomers in a timely fashion,” says Faith. Just recently, 23 Canadian Camaros were after the fire has Patients who go to the hospital The Oshawa plant has added overtime for While vehicle sales are doing well, post- recalled because of faulty positive battery put even more also incur costs like traveling, park- seven Saturdays over the summer to help with ing a 16 per cent improvement in April over cables. Faith says the cable could have con- strain on the hos- ing and it’s much less convenient, the increasing demand for the new Chevrolet March, the company has to pose a detailed nected to the starter motor housing causing pital’s dialysis Mash says. Camaro, says spokesperson Patty Faith. restructuring plan to the federal and provin- wear on the cable’s heat shrink insulation. unit. Such is the reason why they stay To top it off, employees will be working cial governments by June 1 to get nearly $7 However recently the federal and provin- “It’s a $22,000 at home and want need a reprieve on billion in cial governments have told the Canadian savings for the their water bill. bailout money. Auto Workers union that they will have to hospital by doing “There is only 28 people affected Part of the make further cuts in labour costs. it at home,” adds but it is a huge burden,” she says. reason for the This includes the lack of pension funds. Mash. “It’s just that added expense.” increased sales Without these concessions the governments Home hemo The finance and administration is because of may not provide the bailout cash. dialysis costs committee decided to refer to staff the fuel-effi- Globally, GM also reported a 6 billion first Lakeridge Health for a report. cient sporty quarter loss as sales crashed due to rumours Oshawa $30,000, The matter will be discussed in Camaro, says of bankruptcy. explains Mash, an upcoming tri committee meeting.

Woman sexually assaulted downtown A 44-year-old woman, who was walking home Before the attack took place, the victim saw the from work, was sexually assaulted by a stranger along man talking to a woman on the northwest side of John the footpath in the east end of John Street. and Celina streets. The man pushed the woman to the The woman he was talking to is described ground and then sexually assaulted her as white, about 150 pounds and around 5’7’’ around 11:30 p.m. to 5’10’’ in height. She is about 30 to 40 years The attacker is white, between 20 and of age with platinum blonde hair. 30 years of age, 120 to 130 pounds and She was wearing light coloured capri pants about 5 feet 9 inches tall. with dark coloured calf boots. He has dark shoulder-length wavy hair, Investigators are looking to speak to her. which was tied back in a ponytail. Police believe a second man may have wit- The man is believed to have a mous- nessed the assault while he was walking along tache with three to four days growth. He was wearing the footpath and may have interrupted the altercation. a white hooded plaid sweater with a zipper and black Police would like to speak with this individual as jeans. well.

Page 2 MAY 13 2009 Reptile owners demand equality By Lindsey Cole While she is one of many snakes that are bylaw that measure up to the size of some boa “Where are my customers going?” says Mr. The Oshawa Express legal to own in Oshawa, for Deborah and constrictors and pythons that are banned. This Grills. “To limit me and say no you can’t have Doug Grills other species should be allowed – is simply lack of knowledge when it comes to this, I should be able to handle it.” Her name is Lois and she is a pine snake. but all should come with a ‘handle with care’ breeds, says Mrs. Grills. While at the recent finance and administra- Her rich orange and brown colouring is stipulation. What’s more is some places, like Port tion meeting, members decided to schedule a vibrant as she gently wraps herself around They recently took their concerns to the Perry, are allowing these pets, which means public meeting for feedback. After a meeting is Doug Grills, owner of D&D Exotics Limited City of Oshawa, where a letter was put forth to people can buy them but not own them in held staff will report back and bring forward a in Oshawa. the finance and administration committee at Oshawa. new proposed bylaw for consideration. She is just one of many reptiles looking for their most recent meeting. “It makes our industry even worse,” she “I would like to see people there that are a home. In the letter, the couple requests that the says. “There’s a lot of professional business against this,” says Mrs. Grills, adding she But first thing’s first, they need to go to a city follow suit with Port Perry, which has people that like reptiles. By having these wants people to ask questions. “It’s a meeting good, responsible owner. already changed its bylaw to include some bylaws in place, it’s driving our residents to express all concerns.” exempt animals, in particular reptiles, arach- underground. This is about business in The bylaw will also examine other animals, nids and mammals. Oshawa.” including pigeons. Problems with feral cats The Grills would like to see sugar-gliders, a and aggressive animals will also be looked at. marsupial from Australia, included in the The date for the public meeting has not bylaw as well as non-venomous snakes as long been set yet. as the full size is not greater than three metres. The same could be said for non-venomous lizards up to two metres. For the Grills it is about keeping the bylaw safe as well as open for reptile and arachnid lovers. They would like to see tarantulas and emperor scorpions allowed. But while they are advocates for these ani- mals they also recognize the importance of keeping these creatures in the confines of the home. Anyone wishing to go out in public would have to get a permit for show, says Mr. Photos by Katie Strachan/ The Oshawa Express Grills. “If you’re going to walk downtown with Doug Grills, owner of D&D Exotics Limited, holds it...no,” he says. “I realize people outside of Lois, a Sonoran gopher snake to show that this the store are afraid of snakes. It goes down to Deborah Grills, owner of D&D Exotics Limited, size of snake is legal to own in Oshawa, but yet holds up a small snake at her store. She wants a some types of pythons and boas that reach that responsible pet ownership.” Currently some snakes are allowed in the bylaw enacted that will include larger species as size are not. well as arachnids and scorpions. Nuisance complaints spark bylaw By Lindsey Cole law enforcement services, setting up projects street signs. The Oshawa Express to combat this type of behaviour as well as The bylaw still has to be presented before getting them away from the area would be council for final approval. When it comes to nuisance complaints in some measures to deter nuisance-type behav- the city, municipal law enforcement iours. gets a lot. “This (the bylaw) would be a This is reason why city staff took a much more useful tool. It would be report to the most recent finance and proactive.” administration committee meeting to However, before members of the develop a new nuisance bylaw that committee could pass the bylaw in would provide stringent enforcement good faith some words had to be measures and some new ways to changed. impose fines for repeat offenders. First and foremost, Councillor During the meeting Councillor and Brian Nicholson says he doesn’t committee member April Cullen had believe begging, especially in these Brian Nicholson times, should be considered an some questions about enforcement. City Councillor The bylaw would target certain offense under the bylaw. actions, including littering on city “I cannot in good conscious, streets and on public or private property, uri- make it illegal to beg,” he says. nating, vomiting and defecating in public He proposed an amendment to take beg- spaces. ging out of the equation, and change the term Loitering, begging, fighting, carrying open to soliciting in a persistent and aggressive liquor and vandalism were also considered. nature. “How are we actually going to enforce The motion carried. this?” she asks, adding she doesn’t usually see Defacing various items was also a concern, many people urinating on city streets, but thus a motion was passed which said that no knows it does happen. person will knock over, or attempt to knock According to Kevin Feagan, of municipal over or deface street furniture, street polls or Oshawa nabs number one spot The city’s ready to rock and roll Someone’s going to have to call the bring the legendary rock stars to play at the Firehouse, Oshawa is burning up the list in GM Centre. the contest to get KISS to play in Having KISS play there will not our city. only promote the GM Centre, but After holding on to second also bring visitors to the city and place for several weeks, Oshawa generate economic benefits has finally taken the top spot away throughout the region. from Winnipeg. Votes are still needed to keep the “It has been a hard fought bat- city on top and bring the band here tle,” says Councillor Robert to play. Lutczyk. It’s easy and only takes a minute “Over the weekend we came to do. Just go to within four votes of Winnipeg http://eventful.com/kiss and follow several times, but they were still Robert Lutczyk the steps provided to vote by coun- able to pull ahead. I was excited to City Councillor try, typing in Oshawa when prompt- see Oshawa finally take first place ed for the city name. this morning, but it’s still important for us to “We can’t take our lead for granted,” says keep voting.” Lutczyk. The city, along with Global Spectrum “Now that we’re number one, we’ve Facility Management, are urging Durham proven that we can win and it’s up to us to residents to keep us on the top of the list and keep us there.”

MAY 13 2009 Page 3 Page 4 MAY 13 2009 Songs for Scott By Robyn DePratto Scott and Liana. He would used to perform as part of a Durham College co-op student always say he didn’t really barbershop quartet. need to record a CD since they Once the decision to make Playing piano and singing could just hear him play live the CD was made, he wasn’t with his kids in the living room right there. exactly sure how to go about was how it all began. it. “I started out on my Now Mark Kalbfleisch own,” he says. has a CD out with all the “I thought how am I proceeds going towards a going to do this? Who am I good cause. going to get?” “The purpose of the CD His piano tuner Barb is to try and raise aware- Hall suggested he get in ness of MS,” says contact with Paul Greco, a Kalbfleisch. local musician. “I’d sing to The CD is called I him and he’d hammer out Believe in You and he not the notes,” says only wrote the lyrics, but Kalbfleisch. also sings every song on it. Originally there were His son Scott was diag- going to be 16 songs on it, nosed with Multiple but that was whittled down Sclerosis (MS) when he to 12. was six-years-old. The CD was recorded Kalbfleisch says while here in Oshawa at Quest it is more common to be Recording Studio, which is diagnosed with MS in your owned by Paul LaChapelle. mid 20s to 40s, diagnosis Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express It was released a few is happening much earlier Mark Kalbfleisch and his CD, I Believe in weeks ago and Kalbfleisch now due to technological You. All of the proceeds are going says it has done well so far. advancements. towards raising awareness of Multiple “I’ve had some good He and his family were Sclerosis. feedback and some really always involved in raising touching comments from money for MS awareness, However, that push from people,” he says. doing things like the walk for his kids proved to be a strong The MS Society has told MS every year. But one and he decided to do the him if he gets the word out Kalbfleisch says he wanted to CD. But he didn’t want to just about the record they’ll put it do something different. do it for himself. This spurred on their website. “I felt we needed to do the decision to put the money The CD is available for something bigger than that,” raised towards MS. purchase at several local mer- he says. “I love it, I love writing chants and businesses, a full “My kids used to tell me to songs,” says Kalbfleisch, who list of which are on the website do a CD.” admits he hasn’t had any kind at http://songsforscott.com. Kalbfleisch used to sing in of formal music training. For more information about the living room at home and He says he got his ear for the CD e-mail songsforscot- play the piano for his children, music from his father who [email protected].

MAY 13 2009 Page 5 No more mister 600 Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 [email protected] nice guys phone: (905) 571-77334 fax: (905) 571-00255 MAY 13 2009 Volume 4, Number 29 and girls Publisher It seems the election games have already Greg McDowell started for councillors with name-calling, back Advertising Director stabbing and mudslinging becoming common- Kim Boatman place at the council table. Sports Editor Thing is, people are starting to notice and Wally Donaldson they aren’t impressed. [email protected] The campaigning has already begun and Contributors the election isn’t until September 2010. Bill Fox At a recent finance and administration committee meeting the subject was finally Jennifer Weymark brought to some councillors attention after Glen Goodhand weeks of everyone watching. During this time Jim Bradford they acted like children, placing blame on one Reporters another, bringing up random topics and get- Lindsey Cole ting their two cents in every chance they got. [email protected] James Sprague is a resident who is fed up Katie Strachan with the way council is conducting business. While to some it may seem like a leader- Letters to the Editor [email protected] ship issue, the fact remains councillors aren’t working together as a team. Publications Mail Government needs to approve GM’s plan Agreement 41268024 They aren’t making a decision as a team. Dear Editor, tising for jobs that are open. Return undeliverable And they don’t care to act as a team. It seems To those still employed in dealerships and feeder Canadian address to: Oshawa councillors spell the word “team” The Oshawa Express All people in the Durham Region should pull plants, I can only advise you to not give up the ship and with an “i” unlike sports teams. 600 Thornton Rd. S. together this week and hope that GM and the CAW can if things look really bleak, PRAY. Oshawa, ON L1J 6W7 Councillor April Cullen said the current get a suitable bailout plan made that will be accepted I can't think of a better time than right now. council is a joke. She added she would rather ISSN 1715-99253 by the two governments (Provincial and Federal). The Oshawa Express is a publi- have a root canal done without anesthetic than Pensioners and all GM workers will be severely Philip Dawson cation of Dowellman Publishing Corp sit at the council table. She simply doesn’t which is located at 600 Thornton affected by a negative outcome, as will the general Oshawa resident Rd. S., Oshawa, ON, L1J 6W7 want to be there, she says. This speaks vol- population of Durham Region. (905) 571-7334, Fax (905) 571- umes. 0255, E-mail:[email protected]. Recently, I saw some GM related companies adver- All advertising and editorial mate- Councillor John Henry left a development rial published by The Oshawa services committee meeting recently, stating Express and Dowellman Publishing Reader: Ratepayers group is not neutral Corp is for exclusive use of this publi- he was uncomfortable and embarrassed with cation and cannot be reproduced the way the meeting was being conducted. elsewhere without prior permission. Dear Editor committee members to decide the Ratepayers execu- Advertising Policy: Advertisers Councillor Louise Parkes’ jaw dropped after tive, such is not right. must check immediately after first accusations flew around the table as to insertion of their retail or classified When Oshawa taxpayers worry about their money To hear how other members of this steering group advertisement to ensure there are no whether she withheld letters by the human problems and high property taxes, they shouldn’t have encourage the public to join with them to increase their errors in the advertisement. The rights commissioner from the committee pur- Oshawa Express and Dowellman to worry about a political party working to undermine clout is in fact, a process to build support and member- Publishing Corp are not responsible posely. their unfettered wishes of who would represent them in ship for the Oshawa Conservative Association. for second or further insertions of the She was even more startled when she I find it unconscionable for a political party to even incorrect advertisement. Further, The municipal or higher government. Oshawa Express and Dowellman asked the mayor to back her, stating he knew When Viv Woolford, vice-president of the Oshawa appear to plan to obfuscate the vote in the next federal Publishing Corp are not responsible about the letters, to which he flatly denied. Conservative Association, set himself up to head a elections or municipal elections for that matter. for costs or damages for a non inser- tion of an agreed upon advertisement. He even said he didn’t know what she was seemingly neutral ratepayers group and the president of The editor has the right to edit, trying to pull, creating more havoc in the com- the same Conservative Association, Mark Sheriff, col- Gary Young change in any way, or classify an advertisement. The Oshawa Express mittee room. And these are just a few exam- lects the conservative names to comprise of steering Oshawa resident and Dowellman Publishing Corp are ples. only responsible for the cost of the advertisement space that is taken up Councillors should conduct themselves in by an incorrect insertion, except in the a professional manner, without personal opin- Annual showcase of talent needed case of failure to notify The Oshawa Express of any errors after the first ions getting in the way. Dear Editor, In houses, in this part of Ontario, are children who insertion and then there would be no Councillor Cullen says she used to enjoy are amazing their parents and grandparents. responsibility on the part of The Oshawa Express and Dowellman the fact that council was ‘colourful’ - filled Re: Fox’s commentary on the General Motors In shower stalls, men and women sing to walls as I Publishing Corp. with strong personalities. But when things Centre once did and these folks need encouragement to go for- start to get personal, that’s when all bets were I don’t pretend to know everything but if what he ward before the masses. off. Mayor John Gray has outwardly called (Bill Fox) says is true, having not one thing happening Somebody just has to realize in this down time, with councillors Henry and John Neal stooges, there for four months is wrong, I’m merely responding such a beautiful building, that there is potential in fill- implying Councillor Tito-Dante Marimpietri from my heart. ing the seats and rolling the cameras on our own folks. was the third member of the trio. This caused Only weeks ago it seems Tom Jones was there and Let’s get some sponsors who believe in pride to a divide on council with both councillors now KISS is earnestly sought after. show their heads, make some plans, set a date and get on with the show. deeply offended by the name-calling. Meanwhile, the Civic is dusty as is the Regent and Letters to generally spirits are low in an ever sickening economy. What I have in mind could become an annual event Since then the games have continued with to showcase talent, be it instruments, comedy, imper- an apparent feud between councillors Louise From one who has partaken in big entertainment extravaganzas in Toronto and felt the heartbeat of it all, sonation, group, solo or whatever. the Editor Parkes and Brian Nicholson. I am totally convinced that the following: we People always want to be entertained, that’s why just The Oshawa Express publishes Instead of acting like every single council- ‘Oshawans’ and we ‘Durhamites’ need to display our now theatres are booming. every Wednesday in the City of lor has a bone to pick, they should be trying to god-given talents. A variety show? Yes! Yes! Yes! Oshawa. Send us your comments, better the city in a time of economic strife. Just now the world is gaga over a contest in England Create the event, the atmosphere and let’s allow letters to the editor, suggestions. Residents shouldn’t have to come to the in which one of its own has become famous over night those who are shy and not interested to realize, like the We’d like to hear from you. Please table to point out council’s actions. These (Boyle) and might be defeated by a child singer. spiders web, everything has a purpose and can instill write to: councillors are technically representatives of I truly believe beyond idol contests, its time to open hope in an otherwise hopeless world. The Oshawa Express, the people. Don’t hide your entertaining talent- display it! 600 Thornton Rd. S., Oshawa, ON the door to the GM Centre to all, either as spectators or L1J 6W7 Can’t we all just get along, for the better- participants, all in the name of pride in one’s talent or Bob Hooper or email: ment of the city as a whole? community. [email protected] Oshawa resident

Page 6 MAY 13 2009 Balloons released for missing girl Victoria Stafford Support can be felt from miles away By Lindsey Cole All those close to her can do is hope. wanted to be back in Woodstock. The Oshawa Express But that hope can be felt from miles away, “It means a lot to have it here, but as more than 50 people gathered at the honestly I don’t really like to leave Purple is Victoria ‘Tori’ Stafford’s favourite Courtice Community Complex to release hun- Woodstock. We’re just waiting for that colour. dreds of purple balloons with Tori’s missing phone call. The more people that know The eight-year-old girl has been missing person poster rolled up in the ribbons. They’re to keep an eye out the better,” he says. since April 8 after she didn’t return home from hoping the message will be carried on and she While many families came out to school. Since then Oxford Community Police will be found. show their support, the dark grey skies as well as residents of the Woodstock area She has now become Canada’s little angel, reflected the mood of the evening. have banded together to find her. says event organizers Debbie Snow and Alana Tammy Korkush and her 10-year-old Willis. daughter Montana encouraged the “A lot of people cannot Stafford family that she will come get up to Woodstock,” home. Snow says, adding this was “I think it’s amazing that they are one way to show support. reaching out here,” says Korkush, the “It’s about Tori. I think tears welling up in her eyes as she grabs of them (the balloons) as her daughter for a big hug. “I would Tori’s angels.” want to same thing if it happened to Tori’s father Rodney her.” Stafford, as well as her The evening could be best summed grandparents and 11-year- up with the actions of one little boy. old brother Daryn, came to Bradley Renkiewicz, 10, found a the event to show their sup- four-leaf clover while waiting for the port. Their appreciation balloons to be released. was evident. He handed it to Tori’s father, wishing “It makes me feel really nothing but the best. happy that the word is get- “He said it’s a good sign, a good ting out more,” says Daryn. sign,” the little boy says. “I really miss her and I But even through the darkening want her to come home.” skies, the purple balloons soared Photos by Lindsey Cole/ The Oshawa Express Although they were through the air carrying a message that Callum Lariviere, 3, and Aiden Lariviere came with their Daryn Stafford, 11, waits to release his balloons in support of the cam- grateful for the support, will hopefully bring Canada’s little angel family to release some balloons in the hopes of bringing paign to bring his missing sister Tori Stafford home. Tori’s father really just home. missing girl Tori Stafford home. Seniors home sweet home underway By Katie Strachan Care Inc., the company responsible for ous size and the décor- which we have The Oshawa Express the new home called Traditions of just been reviewing and finalizing right Durham. now – is incredible,” adds Flanagan. Construction is well underway for “Those wishing to know more about At the groundbreaking in October Oshawa’s newest retirement home. our employment opportunities can 2008, the targeted finish date was orig- And while the home will accommo- check out our website at www.specialty- inally announced as spring 2010. date a number of seniors, it will also care.com. Recruitment for positions will However it may be as early as open the doors of employment for begin approximately October 2009.” March 2010, Flanagan explains. dozens of people in the community. Traditions of Durham is a retirement “We are already up two floors. It’s a “The recent economic challenges residence, located at 1255 Bloor St. E., great site with a high vantage point and have been felt by everyone in one way that will be equipped with 92 suites of great neighbourhood surroundings,” or another. We share in everyone’s con- independent retirement living and limit- she adds. cerns for Oshawa and are also eager to ed assisted living. Even with the weakening economy, contribute as an employer in the city. And that’s just the first phase. Flanagan says there have been no We will need a full staff complement Phase two will add an additional 48 bumps in the road with the project so including chefs and cooks, servers, suites to the building to coincide with far. guest attendants, reception, mainte- market demands. “Officially we will be on site taking nance and environmental staff as well as “The amenities of this home are reservations starting in October 2009. a need for dynamic and skilled leader- impressive and include a theatre room, At that time you will be able to view ship with our management team,” says library, private dining lounge, wine bar, model suites and review a detailed floor Jodi Flanagan, vice president of market- spa and wellness centre with a visiting plan and select just the view and suite doctor’s office. The suites are a gener- style you are hoping for.” The retirement home, Traditions of Durham, at 1255 Bloor St. East, ing and communications for Specialty which is currently under construction. Summer work Harmonized tax causes debate for students By Lindsey Cole “What’s taking place is the current gov- Despite the dismay and disapproval of Have you ever wanted ernment has given up on the province being some, the Liberal Party has not been affect- The Oshawa Express to travel to another a manufacturing place. They know that all ed in the polls. A recent poll conducted by province, improve your the tax benefits coming in from the manu- Ipsos-Reid stated the Liberals have a 15- Harmony or horror? official second language facturing sector were lost.” point lead over the Conservatives and NDP It has been less than two months since skills and earn some For Bob Malcolmson, the CEO and gen- parties. the Liberal Provincial Government made money at the same time? For MP Ouellette this news isn’t the announcement that it Then you’re in luck disparaging. intends to introduce a harmo- because the YMCA is currently accepting “You have to look at where the nized tax, combining the GST Oshawa has been devastated already. applications from 16 and 17-year-olds to be a information came from,” he says, and PST to a 13 per cent sales part of the Summer Work Student Exchange. The spin-off effect is quite dramatic.” adding this tax is going to cause a lot tax. Already it has caused much For six weeks during the summer, partici- of dismay, which could in turn affect debate. -Jerry Ouellette pants will be matched with youth in another the current government. While the tax doesn’t come Member of Parliament province where the second language (English “I just think it’s going to cost a lot into effect until July 1, 2010, or French) predominates. They will be hosted of people a lot of money. We’re now already people are bracing in one another’s homes. eral manager of the Greater Oshawa moving to a service sector community. themselves to pay more for everyday items Youth are given full-time paid work in the Chamber of Commerce, it is about being Oshawa has been devastated already. The such as fast food, gas, haircuts, etc. not-for-profit sector and will participate in prepared. spin-off effect is quite dramatic,” he Some people are already bracing to lose events and activities to give them the opportu- “There is a lot of controversy right explains. their jobs. nity to be engaged and contribute to their new now,” he says. “They (the government) Malcolmson says businesses in the com- In Durham Region alone, up to 1,200 surroundings. brought it in at 13 per cent. There was no munity are looking to save money. people could be unemployed, says Oshawa Eligible teens can apply by contacting Tope discussion on reducing it. Overall, the “The position of the business communi- MP Jerry Ouellette. Quadri at [email protected] or by Ontario Chamber of Commerce wants to ty is we have to cut red tape. What’s the These workers administer the provincial visiting www.summer-work.com. put in the correct model. If the government bottom line going to be? Is it the right thing retail sales tax, which will be no more. Candidates are selected on a rolling basis is going to do this, put in the correct to do right now? That’s the subject of “It’s going to have a substantial impact and available spots are filling quickly. model.” debate.” on the average person,” he says. Applications are due by May 15.

MAY 13 2009 Page 7 A piece of Oshawa’s history UOIT hosts energy forum By Lindsey Cole held 1,000 people. These “It went up like a hay also allowed him to see the By Robyn DePratto nuclear generation facilities, The Oshawa Express dances would take place on barn,” he says. potential in a new business Durham College Co-op Student which account for 20 per cent Friday and Saturday The new building was undertaking. When he Large orange lights nights.” put up in 1974 and was bought the Red Barn in The power of hang from the ceiling of Back then the barn was made of steel so as not to 1991 he believed bingo Ontario was the topic the Red Barn Auditorium in the middle of nowhere, burn down again. could be profitable. of discussion as ener- on Wayne Court in he explains, but because After 10 more years of “I was looking for a gy experts from across Oshawa. bingo hall. There the province came The steady was a lot of money together at the buzz of the in bingo.” University of Ontario lights can be For 18 years the Institute of heard through- Red Barn operated Technology (UOIT) out the spa- seven days a weeks campus recently to cious interior. with three bingo talk about the ever- The games a day. changing global ener- Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express gy sector. announcer yells During those Colin Andersen, president and CEO of out a number profitable years, The half-day forum was a part of Energy Ontario Power Authority speaks at the and letter as $25 million was energy forum. each bingo raised for various Forums 2009. player anxious- charities. That is This is a series of forums of the supply of energy. They ly awaits the where a portion of leading up to the next World will need to be replaced in the next call. bingo profits must Energy Congress, which will next 20 years. These avid go according to be held in Montreal in Because of these conserva- bingo players government regula- September 2010. tion measures, Andersen says carefully exam- tion. Representatives from the there will be higher wages and ine their sheets, Kondyjowski academic community, industry significant revenue for the awaiting the sold the building in and government were on hand local government. one number October 2008, and it to help address future and cur- Other ways Ontario is con- and letter com- Photo by Lindsey Cole/The Oshawa Express has been owned by rent energy challenges from a serving energy include using bination that Ontario Fundraisers regional, national, and global smart meters, which will mon- The Red Barn Auditorium in Oshawa has a rich history. Some famous faces such as perspective. itor energy consumption hour might make Johnny Cash and June Carter have graced its stage. ever since. them a winner. While bingo may The keynote speaker for the by hour. While the large audito- Reddick was so well business, Reddick wanted not be as popular as it once event was Colin Andersen, the These devices will be in rium is now a successful known and because the to retire, and thus sold the was, especially since local president and CEO of Ontario every home and small business bingo hall, the Red Barn venue was so big both per- structure to Steve Hidvegi casinos caused people to Power Authority. in Ontario by 2010, according has seen its fair share of formers and patrons alike in 1984. move away from the game, “It’s a real pleasure for me to Smart Meter Ontario’s web- famous faces and exciting ventured to the old wooden “When Steve had it he it still has a place in to be here on the UOIT cam- site. nights. structure. did dances on Saturday Oshawa, says Red Barn pus,” Andersen says. Andersen says there are Johnny Cash, June It wasn’t until May 24, night’s only,” Manager Kathy Tustin. He says the last time he well over two million in use Carter and Ernest Tubbs 1973 that disaster struck Kondyjowski says, adding “There used to be four was at the campus was before already. were just a few of the the iconic Red Barn. he purchased it from bingo halls in Oshawa. he had assumed his current Andersen told the assembly famous country artists We’re the last standing position, but he had been building codes and standards that played at the Red hall,” she says. impressed by all the innova- contribute a lot to energy Barn during a time “They (customers) are tive energy saving measures usage and savings. when there was no slowly coming back. It’d on campus. He stated they are going to such thing as the be good to have a younger He says Ontario will have a increase the Energy Star stan- Internet, when reputa- crowd.” great story to tell at the 2010 dard and work towards making tion and word of mouth Frank Sobil, the presi- Energy Conference and that government buildings greener. made a business suc- dent of the Red Barn they are currently finalizing All the talk about conserv- cessful. Charities Association, says their 20-year plan, called the ing energy came at just the According to former the future looks promising Integrated Power System Plan. right time for energy conserva- owner Joe for bingo at the auditori- Andersen says conserva- tion week, which runs from Kondyjowski, through- um. tion is their first priority. May 17-23. out the 1950s the Red “We’re noticing a “We have a target of 63,000 Ontario Power Authority Barn was a hot spot for younger crowd. As long as megawatts,” he says. has all kinds of events planned country music fans. you want the world to go This is the equivalent of for the week, including kiosks Photo by Lindsey Cole/The Oshawa Express taking 1/5 of the people off the that will be set up in Toronto The original Red The Red Barn is now a prominent bingo hall in the city. by, just sit and relax and Barn had been in play bingo,” he says. grid, he explains, adding every where people can learn more Oshawa since the mid It was the long week- Hidvegi in 1991. The building itself will kilowatt saved is one that they about the week and how to 1930s, says Kondyjowski, end, ‘firecracker’ weekend Prior to Kondyjowski be undergoing some more don’t have to generate. save energy. but it really came to life Kondyjowski explains, and owning the Red Barn, he renovations soon, Sobil According to Andersen, “I encourage all of you to when Harold Reddick kids were being careless had owned a number of says, and a new website energy conservation measures get involved too,” says bought it in 1950. with firecrackers. large venues in Ontario. www.redbarnbingo.ca is will also bring a real opportu- Andersen. “When the Reddick’s Throwing them on the Kondyjowski’s knowledge also in the works. nity for significant investment. For more information about owned it, they did country roof the Red Barn started of music and business not “It’s quite the build- “Over 57,000 jobs will energy conservation week visit and western dances there. the blaze, which caused the only allowed he and ing,”adds Kondyjowski. result because of these conser- www.energyconservation- They had stars that would complete reconstruction of Reddick to have a pleasant “It’s part of the history of vation measures,” he states. week.ca come in from Nashville. It the building. working relationship, but it Oshawa.” Examples include our Mourning After – The Victorian Celebration of Death Thedeceased. While photography was arranged in a com- attempt to pose the photograph in such a man- Oshawa more affordable than sitting for a por- fortable position. ner as to express the sorrow the parents were Community trait, it was still expensive for the aver- Death was consid- feeling. Museum and age family. ered to be the “Final However, even when the photograph was Archives This would mean that many people Sleep” and this was shot simply, with only the parents sitting hold- debuts a new were not able to sit for their photo- expressed through ing the child they lost, their pain can be clear- exhibit graph while they were alive and a photographing the ly seen through the lack of emotion. focused on the practices surrounding death postmortem photograph might be the dead as if they were Then there are the photographs that you during the Victoria Era. In conjunction with only photograph of that person that simply asleep. This look at and wonder, what appears to be off this exhibit, I thought it might be interesting to they family would have. style was very popu- about that person and those photographs may learn a little bit more about the Victorian prac- There were a few different styles of lar when taking pho- in fact be post-mortem. tice of post-mortem photography. post-mortem photographs. The photo- tographs of It was popular to pose the person in such a Postmortem photography refers to photo- graphs most easily distinguishable as deceased children. manner that they appeared to be alive. graphs taken of people after their death. While post-mortem, are those taken of the Images include The deceased would be posed sitting in a this practice may continue quietly today, with person resting in their casket. An example of Victorian post- poses such as a chair, or at times, even standing upright. the photographs taken by members of the fam- Often, casket photographs were mortem photography. young child in a car- Occasionally the eyes of the deceased would ily and kept in private, it was an important part posed with flowers arranged surrounding the riage, giving the appearance of being asleep. be left open or the photograph would be doc- of business for photography studios during the casket and, occasionally, mourners were posed It is not uncommon to find photographs of tored to make the eyes appear open. These are Victorian era. standing nearby. parents posed with their deceased children held the most difficult style of photograph to deter- The invention of photography allowed Another popular style of postmortem pho- in their arms or sitting on their laps. mine if they are in fact post-mortem. those who could not afford to have a portrait tographs was to make the deceased person Most often the child’s eyes would be The exhibit Mourning After – The Victorian done to have a lasting image of themselves or appear to be resting in a deep sleep. The per- closed, a clear indicator that it is a post- Celebration of Death runs from the end of May their family. son would be placed on a sofa, or even a bed if mortem photograph. until November. For more information please This included photographs of the recently the photograph was taken in the home, and Occasionally the photographer would contact the museum at 905-436-7624.

Page 8 MAY 13 2009 The middle class has had enough EMPLOYMENT from Page 1 no money for them in terms of jobs and against autoworkers. Workers and (employment insurance) program now. pensions. retirees helped build the companies Shame on this (the federal) govern- Some prominent members of the they work for. Be proud of the large ment.” Toronto protest also made their way to contributions you’ve made.” Schoep was just one of many speak- Oshawa. Canadian Auto Workers Later in the rally the masses headed ers who not only came to show their (CAW) Union President Ken Lewenza to MP Dr. Colin Carrie’s office to support but also wanted to join togeth- came out, along with Mayor John protest. er to highlight the issue and send a Gray, CAW Local 222 President Chris “The middle class has had enough,” message to both the federal and provin- Buckley, several city councillors and Buckley says. “We will make a differ- cial governments. prominent members of the community. ence.” This rally comes after a massive “Other countries are helping those For GM pensioners, some sort of demonstration was held last month in in need,” Buckley told protestors. answer will be forthcoming as the Queen’s Park in Toronto, where thou- “But what has our government CAW and GM head back to the bar- sands protested the lack of funds in the done? We need to fight for all workers gaining table this week to make further province’s pension guarantee fund. and all retirees. You (protestors) need concessions as more modifications are As rumours continue about the to contact all levels of government and made to the company’s restructuring potential bankruptcy of GM in Canada, demand once and for all that they pay plan, which will be announced June 1. Photo by Lindsey Cole/The Oshawa Express workers and retirees are becoming attention. Do not allow (Premier) The truck plant also closes this Despite the pouring rain, many gathered at Memorial Park in Oshawa to fight more and more worried there will be Dalton McGuinty to discriminate week. for better Employment Insurance as well as pension protection. Hope for historic hotel Municipal GENOSHA from Page 1 the City of Oshawa and the cent when an occupancy Bordessa on many occa- ect qualified for the pro- region’s procedures do com- permit is received. sions, although they say a election debate gram, the region was hesi- pliment each other nicely. According to Summers, downtown campus has not tant to commit based on the “It looks very good to a the company expects to been confirmed. COUNCILLORS from Page 1 is the vote-at-large system. It City of Oshawa’s procedure. bank,” he says. obtain a building permit in “We’re not concerned He says this alienates some cannot be fun coming into work “Our policies recognize The application for the coming weeks. If all about filling the 100 units,” candidates who may not get the in this environment.” that these funds are needed $675,000 in financial assis- goes as planned the project says Summers, who is con- chance to be heard because they He says he has read and seen upfront but the City of tance was submitted to the should be completed by fident students will be jump- don’t have the money to run an how council is currently operat- Oshawa has them coming in region by the City of March 2010. ing at the chance to move elaborate campaign. ing and there is no teamwork or at a much later time,” says Oshawa on behalf of Full occupancy is into the building because of He also says this system is initiative to work together. R.J. Clapp, commissioner of all the student housing causing current council mem- “What we should demand is finance for the region. issues Oshawa is facing. bers to grandstand and mud- a level of teamwork and Typically, the City of “We saw an urgent need sling, long before an election respect,” he says. Oshawa provides the money to help with the student should even be considered. Councillor April Cullen to companies once the proj- housing problem and I was “I believe the elected offi- couldn’t agree more. ect is well underway. They always taught to run at a cials could just be from one part “This is a joke,” she says, have committed to provid- problem,” explains of the city,” he says, of the at- adding coming to council is ing Summers and Company Senechal. large system, adding voter almost as painful as getting a $736, 991 in total through a They already have a turnout has been terrible and root canal done with no anaes- number of loan programs number of potential leases this won’t encourage more peo- thetic. and grants. lined up for the 12,400 ple to get out. “I don’t even want to be The region was con- square foot commercial Candidates in a ward system here. What on earth is it going cerned about providing the space too, he says. have a more personal approach to be a year from now? This is funds from the RRP upfront Currently the company and can address issues that mat- the least respectful council I’ve in case the City backs out. has more than 100 people ever seen. Somebody can turn Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express ter to those living in that partic- “I’m not sure you can inside working to demolish around and stab you in the back The Genosha Hotel originally opened in 1936 but has been ular area. ask region taxpayers to bear the building, which was Sprague says the system and smile while they do it.” all the risk,” adds Clapp. vacant for years. Rick Summers recently bought the building built in 1936. Councillor Louise Parkes and plans to restore it. needs to be changed, despite a Regional Chair Roger “We need to re-do the citywide referendum that put a motion on the table Anderson says Oshawa, Summers and Company. expected by September interior, remove the changed the old ward-system regarding the issue, as “has a lot of forks in the fire There are a number of 2010, just in time for the asbestos, insulate the walls, type of voting in 2006. Councillor John Henry’s motion and they can’t do it all.” conditions associated with college and university stu- bring it up to code, put a “City Council now sees their to receive it for information was Scugog Mayor Marilyn the region’s decision to offer dents to move in. new roof in some spots,” fellow councillors as adver- lost. Pearce echoes Clapp’s com- assistance to the company The company is propos- explains Senechal of the saries for the upcoming elec- A motion to move the corre- ments. though. ing to redevelop the former building, which will eventu- tion,” he says. “What I do blame spondence to council for discus- “It’s how the money The money granted will six-storey building on King ally look similar to when it sion was carried. flows. There’s no doubt it not exceed more than Street East, which lay opened years ago. qualifies. I think you’ve $550,000, they must come vacant for years, into apart- So far they have sold the staff on it. The up with the funds to cover ments with a commercial removed the bird feces from problem is how we get the the development charges, space underneath. inside and are plan to start Another case of money,” she says. the region will enter into a “This is a project that is on removing the asbestos David Tuley, Oshawa’s legal agreement with going to be very close to the next week. downtown development Oshawa and the region will downtown campus,” says “It’s an interesting proj- H1N1 in Durham officer feels developers transfer the money to the Richard Senechal, a partner ect and it’s certainly well Durham Region now has the onset of symptoms, you are need the money upfront as City for distribution at vari- in the project. needed in downtown seven cases of H1N1 also known being asked to contact your well. ous stages of the project. “It’s an open secret that Oshawa,” says Anderson of as Swine Flu. health care provider or call “Developers do need the Half of the money will the university wants to build the $9.6 million re-build. All of the cases are related to Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797- money upfront and after be given to Summers and downtown.” “I can’t wait to see the travel to Mexico and are mild. 0000. stages of development. I Company once a building According to Summers project proceed. There’s a None of the patients have Make sure you mention you hope one day to mirror our permit is issued. Twenty- and Senechal, they have met lot of good potential in been hospitalized. were in Mexico. own program over the five per cent will be given with University of Ontario downtown Oshawa and Symptoms of the H1N1 People should only go to hos- region’s,” he says. when a framing inspection Institute of Technology these people obviously see Influenza A Flu are sim- pital emergency depart- However, he does feel is done and the last 25 per (UOIT) President Ron it.” ilar to seasonal flu and ments if they have severe include fever, cough, symptoms, such as feel- Residents say Park Road South not safe sore throat, muscle and ing short of breath. joint pain, extreme If you feel ill, you are For one resident, Park in February. tions. Six involved a single The reconstruction of the tiredness, nausea, vom- being asked to stay home Road South isn’t such a safe Good said he believes he vehicle. concrete curb adjacent to iting, diarrhea and lack to prevent the spread to place to have a home. may have trouble getting Part of the problem, Good’s property, as well as of appetite. others. According to a City Staff insurance for his property in states the report, is skid relocating the driveway curb The illness is being Practicing proper report that was submitted to the future because of these resistance. and reinstating the barrier transferred person to person via cough etiquette and washing the Community Services incidents. Both the City and curb will provide more pro- the respiratory route, through hands thoroughly and often with Committee April 14, a resi- City Staff then Durham Region met with tection, the report states. coughing, sneezing etc. hot, soapy water is still the best dent in the area needs some researched and found that Good to discuss what could While these improve- The region’s health depart- way to protect yourself, states the solutions to make his prop- 16 collisions were reported be done in terms of ments still have to be com- ment warns that if you have trav- region’s website. erty less of a target. on Park Road South in improvements. pleted, the report says Good elled to Mexico within the last Avoid sharing personal items Pat Good, who lives at Good’s area in the past 10 The region has planned was satisfied with the pro- seven days and are experiencing like toothbrushes, keep key- 506 Park Road S., had his years. to re-surface Park Road in posed measures. symptoms of respiratory illness, boards, doorknobs clean and garage rammed twice in the Of these 16 collisions, all 2009 but some other meas- City Council received or were in contact with a con- avoid touching your mouth, nose past five years, he told staff occurred during poor condi- ures were also considered. the report for information. firmed case within seven days of or eyes.

MAY 13 2009 Page 9 Cedarcroft wows By Katie Strachan Cedarcroft offers physiotherapy, foot care, lab The Oshawa Express and pharmacy services as well. This allows resi- dents who have less mobility access to proper The colours on the walls are serene. care. The warm sense of community fills the air and “I like it a lot. It’s very quiet and comfortable,” the inviting staff makes you feel right at home. says Elizabeth Schmidt, a resident of the home. After a six-month-long renovation, Cedarcroft “We all really seem to like it.” Place retirement residence re-opened their doors Residents can also take advantage of any of with a fresh new look, which is loved by all resi- Oshawa’s Senior Citizens Centres. dents. “The city gave us two cats, Tigger and “If you had of seen the before, this is just phe- Blackie,” adds Devin with a smile on her face. nomenal,” says Lisa Pearson, director of market- “I have a cat in my room too. All she does is ing. sleep. She is a great cuddler.” The home now features an intimate lounge, Although Devin has been nominated for tak- Internet café, a games room and a multi-purpose ing care of the kitty litter, she says she doesn’t room where residents can watch television and mind. chitchat with friends. Cedarcroft Place offers their residents three The residents were also thrilled to learn the meals each day, weekly housekeeping and laun- addition of a formal dining room was in the dry services. works. While some suites are still undergoing renova- The room has since been completed and fea- tions, Cedarcroft’s new look will certainly wow tures a beautiful wood table, chandelier and sooth- all. ing decor all perfect for welcoming visiting fami- And judging by the smiles on the resident’s ly members. faces, they’re quite impressed. The dining room is one of Margurite Devin’s favourite things. She has lived in the home for a year. Other amenities to the home are the tearoom, serene gardens and a beauty salon, which offers perms, manicures, pedicures and much more. And who could forget the spa room with a hydro tub, which is something all residents adore. “It’s just night and day,” adds Pearson of the renovation. Some of the 83 residents were even in tears upon entering their updated suites, complete with a new bathroom, modern colours and lush carpets. They all feature large windows, lots of space and keep resident safety in mind. Each of the five floors have a different colour scheme and theme, says Pearson. The home is within walking distance to many Photo by Katie Strachan/ The Oshawa Express shops, parks, public transport and clinics, These two residents are happy sitting on the side- although there is an onsite clinic with a physician lines as a band plays, residents mingle and guests in the home. enjoy the tours of the renovated senior’s home.

Page 10 MAY 13 2009 Oshawa hospital receives new MRI machine Shortened wait times, courtesy of new MRI By Katie Strachan Several of Lakeridge Health’s board mem- opening that will be more comfortable for larg- The Oshawa Express bers, dignitaries as well as members of the er patients and those with claustrophobia. Oshawa Hospital Foundation welcomed the MRIs are typically used for sports, spine The line may be shorter in the wait for an good news. and joint injuries, cardiovascular disease, can- MRI scan, courtesy of Lakeridge Health “Given the current economic climate it’s cer, multiple sclerosis, sciatica and other con- Oshawa’s newest addition. great to have a positive announcement for the ditions such as brain abnormalities. The Ontario government has announced hospital and the community,” says Doug they are willing to pay the operating costs for Allingham, Lakeridge Health’s board chair. the second MRI machine in the Oshawa hospi- The $4.85 million MRI machine is cour- tal, at a cost of $800,000 annually. tesy of the Oshawa Hospital Foundation’s Currently the hospital’s only MRI machine hardwork. has been running 24 hours a day, seven days a The new MRI machine will allow the week, says David Caplan, the minister of hospital to increase the care they provide. health and long-term care. “This investment of a new MRI for our This requires patients to come in the middle hospital strengthens our capacity to deliver of the night. better health care services for our patients,” It performs 10,500 scans per year, states says Empey. Kevin Empey, Lakeridge Health’s CEO. The addition of a second machine in “It can’t produce the scans we need.” Oshawa will only add to the success the The addition of the new machine in the provincial government has had in reducing breast assessment centre will provide an addi- wait times. tional 3,120 scans a year, making it much eas- Provincial wait times for MRIs have ier for those who need scans quickly and clos- decreased by 15 per cent since 2004. er to home. The machine will be able to perform up Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express “We all know this is an expanding commu- to four procedures an hour, which will From left, David Caplan, minister of health and long- nity and we all know the demand is there (for result in 50 per cent better image quality. term care. and Kevin Empey, Lakeridge Health’s CEO a new machine),” adds Caplan. The new machine also has a bigger unveil a photo of the new MRI machine.

MAY 13 2009 Page 11 Searching for dead stock solutions happened nearly a decade ago. Agriculture release. The organization hopes “We have included new regulations Farmers have only a The viability of businesses that dealt with to get up to $45,000. regarding collection of dead livestock on dead stock weakened considerably after new “Growing Forward is an agreement farms.” few options should regulations came into play making hides and signed by the federal government and The Nutrient Management Act takes care other animal parts practically worthless. provinces, and supports both food and envi- of on-farm disposal, as well as the Food they lose one of their Questions on who could pick up dead ronmental issues,” says Leona Dombrowsky, Safety and Quality Act for off-farm disposal. stock and where it could be dropped off lin- Ontario minister of agriculture, food and “There are a number of new options for livestock gered and left farmers with few options. rural affairs. farmers to dispose of dead livestock,” Special funding was provided to make “For producers who are interested in explains Minister Dombrowsky. By Clint Hurley sure farmers were able to access a dead environmental farm plans, Growing Forward Burial in disposal vessels, usually made Monsignor Paul Dwyer co-op student stock removal service in order to comply provides dollars for that.” of steel or concrete, incineration and anaero- with regulations. However, this funding has Allowing dead and decaying animals to bic digestion (where micro organisms break Taking care of livestock is a challenge at recently expired. accumulate in locations that are out-of-sight down the animal) are just a few of the many the best of times for local farmers. Now both the federal and provincial gov- is unacceptable because of the dangers of new options that have been added to the But what happens when one of them ernment have stepped in to help again. disease as well as attracting wildlife to the rules regarding dead stock. dies? Growing Forward, a program developed carcasses, the release explains. Having These options must correspond with sep- According to the Dead Animal Disposal after the expiry of the other funds, gives options is important. aration and setback distance regulations, so Act, an animal must be buried under two feet farmers a way to pay for composting their New regulations have just recently been as not to be too close to a farming area. of earth within 48 hours. livestock. released highlighting what can be done to “Environmentally sound methods have Although disposal of dead animals is Composting is an alternative to dead animals, as well as, some new methods for been put in place to protect our water required by law, there has been some confu- stock services and was introduced in 1996. disposal. resources,” Minister Dombrowsky says, sion for local farmers on how to deal with Since then it has gained in popularity. “The regulations have expanded to adding water supply will not be affected by carcasses, especially since Mad-Cow The program only pays for about include cattle, goats, horses, poultry, rabbits the disposal of dead livestock. Disease plagued farmers when the crisis $15,000, states an Ontario Federation of and deer,” says Minister Dombrowsky. Famous artist featured at art gallery Andor Weininger, a Bauhausler in Canada By Lindsey Cole and history in ‘A Bauhausler in Canada: only stayed for a few years, as his work that impresses. “I think it means a lot to his The Oshawa Express Andor Weininger in the ‘50s,’ which he has wasn’t widely accepted in Canada at the relatives.” been working on since 2001. time, explains Dr. Botar. For those who don’t know the artist, Dr. Hungarian-born Andor Weininger’s work “This exhibi- “During that Botar has a few words of wisdom when tak- is eclectic. Small scale. Fun. tion is the first time he pro- ing a look at his work. Such is the way Curator Dr. Oliver Botar exhibition of this “During that time he produced a lot of duced a lot of “I’d like them (exhibitors) to do two would describe the late artist’s work, which artist since work. It’s hard things. I’d like them to discover a lost piece is being showcased at the Robert 1956,” says Dr. work. It’s hard to know why he wasn’t to know why he in the mosaic of Canadian art history. McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa. Botar. acknowledged.” wasn’t acknowl- And recognize the artist and his happy Over the weekend an open house was “He was the edged,” says Dr. work – art that he never promoted and never held for the exhibit with representatives only Bauhaus Dr. Oliver Botar Botar. tried to sell. For him to be shown in Canada, from the Hungarian embassy on-hand to artist to work in A modernist, a country he felt slighted by, I think it’s real- show their support for an artist who wasn’t Canada.” Weininger’s work features self-portraits ly important. It’s almost righting a wrong.” widely accepted or acknowledged in Bauhaus was one of the most influential with energy and vibrancy, he says. “I would Weininger’s work is featured at the Canada. art and design schools of the 20th century. describe it as a kind of happy modernism,” gallery until June 28. Dr. Botar described Weininger’s work The artist came to Toronto in 1951 and he states, adding it’s the type of exhibition Time to swing Cell phone legislation for the music law that we cannot use a cell phone or any a vehicle on our highways. Golf fans, grab those clubs and get ready to other hand held gadget while driving. Certainly I notice my speed and that of oth- swing for a good cause. This comes into effect this fall, but it still ers always decreases after passing an accident The Ontario Philharmonic, formerly fails to address a much more serious problem scene. known as the Oshawa Durham Symphony that is being recognized in many other coun- It seems to re-enforce the fact that we must Orchestra, is holding a charity golf tourna- tries be completely diligent while driving. ment. In Ontario, the Ontario Medical In my view Global Positioning Systems Dinner, an auction and exciting entertain- Association (OMA) has released research that should also only be programmed at the side of ment will also be featured after the tournament shows a crash is four times more likely to the road. There are a lot of fans of GPS sys- for those who aren’t as handy with golf clubs. In Ontario we are going through a cell occur if a cell phone had been used up to 10 tems. I am not one of them. The majority of It will be held on May 14 at the Oshawa phone revolution. minutes prior to the collision. As the doctors people, I know who use them would be better Golf and Curling club, starting at 12:30 p.m. As early as 2002, a local coroner's jury rec- say, it has become a habit for many of you, off by using MapQuest before their drive, to Before the tournament starts, golfers can prac- ommended a total ban on cell phone use after and you see it as a harmless practice. However get directions. tice their skills on the driving range and get an Ajax man and his two-year-old daughter the OMA report also found that the use of a To be fair, it is not just cell phone use. How some tips from professional golf instructors. died when their truck was hit by a train while cell phone while driving leads to dangerous many of us have followed behind drivers that There will also be a barbeque lunch before the man was making a phone call. changes in drivers' behaviour. Among these have to look at their companions while talking the tournament. The inquest heard that the driver failed to changes are the average drivers speed, slower to them and driving at the same time? They During the match there will be several skill notice the flashing lights and gates at a brake reaction time, slower response times to take their eyes off the road every few seconds. testing competitions and giveaways, including Pickering railway crossing while chatting. As traffic light changes and reduced visual moni- Several years ago, a friend and I were mov- at least one $10,000 hole in one prize and I recall the details of this accident, it seems to toring of mirrors and instruments, with some ing his daughters’ furniture, etc. out of a every golfer who attends will receive comple- me the father was on the phone to his wife drivers abandoning them entirely. Ryerson College Residence to an apartment. I mentary Ontario Philharmonic Tickets. who heard the impact. How many of us have not been the victims could not believe my eyes when we pulled All of the proceeds will go towards bene- From this point on, I was in favour of ban- of some cell phone driver exhibiting erratic alongside a Toronto Taxi driver who had the fiting the Ontario Philharmonic and there will ning cell phone use while driving. However behaviour behind the wheel? Toronto Sun fully opened on his lap and was even be celebrity golfers present, including we needed more tragedies to convince our To allow hands free cell phone use, appears reading it while driving. Canadian singing icon Michael Burgess. politicians. In 2006, a Keswick woman and to me to be trying to appease the cell phone Sad to see our society seemingly disre- He will be performing at the gourmet din- her four-year-old son died when their car spun manufacturers, some of which I am sure con- specting the attention required to operate a ner afterwards, as will a trio of musicians from out of control and slid into a Holland Marsh tribute to the coffers of the ruling political par- motor vehicle, unimpeded by distractions of the Ontario Philharmonic. canal. ties. Some experts agree that phone use of any any sort. Golf and dinner packages are available for South Simcoe police said the driver was kind while driving a vehicle poses an unwar- If you have a youngster at home with a cell $250 per person, with dinner packages costing talking to a friend on a cell phone as she drove ranted danger. phone, you may not wish to read my next col- just $100. in a snowstorm. It has taken long enough but When you come across a fatal accident or umn on health concerns and cell phone use. To register, or for more information, con- finally the provincial government has put into are involved in any car accident yourself, you You can always e-mail your comments to tact the Ontario Philharmonic office at 905- might better appreciate the dangers of driving [email protected] 579-6711 or call Laura at 905-571-3109

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May 14 library. Sheila Trecartin, a renowned animal communicator and pet psy- Calling all Otaku and anime fans! chic who will discuss animal commu- Come to the Legends Centre library at nication, will take you through some 7 p.m. You'll get to watch a variety of enlightening exercises, and explain anime episodes, draw your own how to enhance your relationship Manga characters and play Japanese with your pet. It starts at 2 p.m. and is games to win fabulous prizes! Talk for teens and adults ages 12 and up. about all your favourites, share the Free registration at any library latest news scoop, or just come and branch. meet some new friends. For ages 12- 18. Refreshments are provided. Free St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church registration at any library branch. Oshawa is holding its Spring Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 19 May 26 The Oshawa Historical Society is holding their monthly meeting at their Are you the ultimate Guitar Hero? May 6 Sudoku answers new location at the McLaughlin Show off your mad guitar skills at this library’s auditorium. The event starts tournament, held at the Northview at 7 p.m. and admission is $3. For Library at 7 p.m. The Guitar Hero and more information call the Oshawa runner-up will win a prize! For ages Community Museum and Archives at 12-18. Registration is limited. Free (905) 436-7624 ext. 103. registration at any library branch.

Northview Community Centre is May 27 holding their annual BBQ, starting at 5 p.m. This is a must-attend annual Annual plant auction. Get lots of event. Come and visit the Library great plants and seedlings at bargain booth for games, prizes and cos- prices! Everyone is welcome! Durham tumed characters. District School Board Administration building. 7:30 p.m. For more infor- May 20 mation contact Dianne Pazaratz at 905-433-7875 or Peggy Clark at The One Parent Families Association 905-623-5278 is holding a fund raising dance at the Woodview Community Centre. We May 28 welcome both singles and couples. The doors open at 7:30 and dancing Got Game? Bring it to the begins at 8:00 pm. and includes a McLaughlin library at 7 p.m.! They hot buffet. Dress code is in effect. will be featuring a Mario Kart Wii Contact Dean at deanthaxter@hot- Tournament for ages 12-19. Snacks mail.com or at 289-240-2146 for and water will be available through- more info, 151 Cadillac Ave. out the tournament. Space is limited. Free registration at any library May 21 branch.

Next steps for families and friends. A May 29 Sunday school new learning series for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease or Come to the Northview Community related dementia. Communication Centre at 9:00am and join this lively lessons and behaviour is the theme for this discussion of topics in the news. Bring session. It runs from 9:30 AM to 12 your own coffee or purchase a cup. A A Sunday school teacher was discussing the noon at the Durham Region joint programme between the Ten Commandments with her five and six year Alzheimer’s Society at 419 King Oshawa Public Libraries and the old students. Street West, Suite 207. For more infor- Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres. Free After explaining the commandment to mation and to register, call 905-576- registration at any library branch. "honor" thy father and thy mother, she asked, 2567 or toll free at 1-888-301-1106. June 3 "Is there a commandment that teaches us how May 23 to treat our brothers and sisters?" Drop-iin and party with the Nintendo Without missing a beat, one little boy Photo by Robyn DePratto/ The Oshawa Express If you have ever wondered how Fido Wii at the McLaughlin library. They answered, "Thou shall not kill." understands your commands or what have some of your favourite games, The members of the Troubadours, a group that performs shows to actually goes on in your feline's head and anyone aged 6-12 is welcome. Send us your jokes to raise money for the Oshawa Senior Citizens Centres, celebrated then you won't want to miss this inter- Drop in anytime between 6:00 pm [email protected] their 10th anniversary as a group recently. The 23-member group active workshop at the McLaughlin and 7:00 pm. performs songs from musicals, war songs, and songs from past eras.

Page 14 MAY 13 2009 Leave of absence essential, says Bunting and Draffin Hawkeyes shelve senior program By Wally Donaldson we’ve taken.” there was no need for recruiting. A it operates or taking a year off to Durham coaches and players on the The Oshawa Express The men’s squad, formed in few younger players came out for the retool the on-field coaching staff and field in 2010 will give the organiza- 2001, set a personal goal of copping team but, looking around at guys player talent. tion accessibility to making it to As the Oshawa Hawkeyes gear a league title in five years. Not only who won the previous year, they felt “I personally feel we need to practices easier along with exploring up for their 50th anniversary this was this there was no focus on our own local football tal- the potential of future players within season, the organization will go into accomplished, chance of getting ent who wants to continue to play this area. the 2009 campaign with one less but the senior any playing time. competitive football from the Several players and coaches were team on the playing field. Oshawa team And so they left. Durham area as well as offering the from outside Durham Region, con- The Hawkeyes senior men’s went on to “And even in kind of coaching that can live up to stituting intermittent problems squad has taken a year’s leave of capture the 2008, there were the high standards set by Donovan throughout the course of the season. absence from the Northern Football Canadian still enough guys Wright,” said Hawkeyes senior gen- Bunting adds the search for a Conference, citing a need to restruc- Major around wanting eral manager Don Dreffin in a news Durham coach is high on the list at ture its coaching staff and player tal- Football one more kick at release. this point, noting, ent pool with special emphasis League crown the cat and, once “To fill those needs and be com- “I would like to see us establish a placed squarely on “local” products. in 2006. again, we were petitive at the senior level will not be head coach within the next month. “Folding a team is not a good And in a weird sort of way, guilty of not doing any recruiting. an easy take. We also need more That way, he will have an opportuni- way to go into celebrating 50 years. despite the pinnacle of claiming a We felt it wasn’t necessary. But, in sponsorship with the local economic ty to go out during the summer and We are aware of that,” says national title, their success also our favor, we were very loyal to the climate, it was just another area that recruit local players.” Hawkeyes’ President Ian Bunting. nudged the program into a down turn guys who had played for this team.” factored into this unfortunate deci- “But to put a team on the field with the necessity of recruiting on The resignation of head coach sion.” strictly because it is an anniversary the back burner. Donovan Wright and the retirement The Hawkeyes have year isn’t the right thing to do, either. “We have to shoulder the respon- of numerous veteran players placed paid the Northern league There is a lot of work to be done to sibility for this,” admits Bunting. the executive in a challenging posi- $1,000 to remain in good get coaches and players in the “After winning in 2006, everyone tion. standing. Durham Region involved in the sen- came back (in 2007) believing we They were left with either scram- Bunting says the ior program and this is the direction could win it all again and, therefore, bling a team on the field and see how advent of placing Duggan emphasizes importance of participating in GCW card Hacksaw still causing a buzz By Wally Donaldson From his early days when wrestling was a “The most fun I had was in the Mid-South The Oshawa Express sport to today’s keen entertainment orchestrat- Wrestling,” he See DUGGAN Page 16 ed by WWE guru Vince McMahon, Duggan With his patented 2x4 board over one has seen a lot of changes in wrestlers. shoulder and a meaningful thumbs up with his “The wrestlers are more professional now left hand, Hacksaw Jim Duggan has given than back in the earlier days,” he notes. “It’s a many opposing much different busi- grapplers fits inside ness from the hey-day the squared circle of the 1980s. Not nec- these past 30 years. essarily their ring And while most work, but their of his events have approach to how they been before huge treat the business. Back throngs of support- then, we partied all ers encompassing night. I don’t think the domination of there is as much of that World Wrestling today.” Entertainment The focus on (WWE), the 45- wrestlers for the sake year-old native of of entertainment has Glen Falls, New changed as well, says York, can still mix it Duggan. up with the best of “The trend is now them, be it on the for smaller guys that big stage or smaller fly and are fast com- venues as demon- pared to bigger guys strated during that brawl. And that’s Thursday night’s okay. It is all about Great Canadian entertaining the Wrestling (GCW) crowds.” card at the Legion Duggan doesn’t fly. Hall in Oshawa. And he’s not necessari- He’s still got the ly quick on his feet. board, the thumbs But Hacksaw does up and the much- demand the respect of appreciated “Hooo!” Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express opponents while still battle cry. Clearly, Hacksaw Jim Duggan is still causing a stir with his working up the energy this entertaining patented 2X4 at the Great Canadian Wrestling to give fans every rea- wrestler who has show at the Legion in Oshawa. son to give him a been successfully hearty thumbs up and a “Hoooo!” as he enters around the block on more than a few occa- the ring. sions, still has what it takes to entertain a Groomed for wrestling by Fritz Von Erich, crowd. And he loves every moment of it. Duggan’s initial goal was to play in the “This is great, isn’t it?” he remarks behind National Football League (NFL) and although a curtain with a huge grin while fans react to an signed by the Atlanta Falcons, constant knee ongoing bout inside the ring. Duggan has taken injuries kept him from pursuing his dream. on the elite over his illustrious career, includ- Following a coffee stop with the Canadian ing Andre the Giant, the Iron Sheik and per- Football League’s (CFL) Toronto Argonauts, haps the epitome of his success, outlasting 19 Duggan put away the pads for wrestling other wrestlers to become the very first winner trunks. Ironically, Duggan began his pro career at Royal Rumble. His ability to toss One Man as a heel, including a stint in Mid-South Gang over the ropes as his final opponent put Wrestling during the early ‘80s where he Duggan in the record books. became Louisana State Champion. MAY 13 2009 Page 15 Duggan wows the crowd Coaches HACKSAW from Page 15 previously with WCW. His most memo- have 20,000 screaming fans watching you he recalls. “The guys were much closer and rable was a bout against highly touted perform, I still think of that (bout) every so deserve props we all travelled together. It was the early Andre The Giant before a sellout crowd at often.” ‘80s, a wild time. I mean, Currently signed to a WWE As the if we got into a bit of contract, the demand for Duggan Generals grow trouble, there were peo- and the 2x4 board has taken him to accustomed to ple around to help sweep 30 countries, noting with a grin, looking ahead it under the rug. “I’ve been to every state in the US with a brand Nowadays with cell and every province in Canada. The new breed of phones and the Internet, WWE is worldwide.” young hope- you could see your name And yet, Duggan remains a full fuls following the recent Ontario Hockey League pop up on the screen. I’m supporter of smaller venues. (OHL) Priority Selection, co-owner Rocco Tullio always telling kids to be “I think folks come to shows acknowledges the immediate past still hurts. very careful for that very like the GCW with an open mind Oshawa’s inability to qualify for post-season play reason.” and 90 percent of the time they unquestionably took the wind out of their sails. A gut- Perhaps Duggan’s say, ‘Hey, a little local show with a wrenching decision to set loose John Tavares and biggest challenge was big WWE production. It’s a great Michael Del Zotto to the London Knights late in the away from the ring in night out.’ season also weighed heavily. 1998 when he was diag- “This is the roots of wrestling. “We weighed the pros and cons, believe me,” nosed with kidney can- Photo by Robyn DePratto/The Oshawa Express The WWE is a phenomenon of Tullio smiles. “We gave up two tremendous players. cer. He beat it and two Hacksaw Jim Duggan gets ready to throw his opponent across the ring, show- which I am glad to be a small part But at the end of the day, we agreed it was the right years later, he was back ing off some of his wrestling talent. of it. Still, I see the young guys decision to make. We set ourselves up for the future.” in the limelight with coming up looking for gimmicks Changes these past couple of seasons have been World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Madison Square Garden in New York. and I’ve seen some crazy ones. They’re plentiful from front office to player personnel. Duggan’s high profile matches are plen- “That was a highlight,” he beams. “I doing it for the love of the business and The addition of Florida Panthers’ head skipper tiful throughout his stops in the WWE and mean, to sell out Madison Square Garden, you’ve got to appreciate that.” Peter DeBoer and former NHL’er Adam Graves as owners helped put a structure in place. “We even put together a new scouting staff so, it all starts today. This is when we move forward,” he adds. Dodgers rain on Red Sox parade The selection of forward Boone Jenner as By Wally Donaldson spectators at Arnold Anderson nice start to the year.” was a very good high school Oshawa’s top pick is a “big step” in the right direction, The Oshawa Express Stadium in Brantford, many Dodgers were slated to stage pitcher become a great pitcher. says Tullio. there to see the Red Sox receive their home opener against the He literally stole the show in a “Boone is a huge piece of this puzzle. This young Rain postponed two sched- their championship rings. Guelph Gryphons two weeks game of two pitchers projected man is everything and more and our fans will grow to uled Intercounty Baseball Once the first pitch was ago, but was cancelled because to go in the (MLB) draft. What like him very quickly because he doesn’t cheat on any League (IBL) contests at tossed, the Dodgers rang up a 3- of a power outage on their home I also liked was two defensive shift. He’s out there giving it his best. Kinsmen Stadium during a two- 2 win in the opener with Grills field. A scheduled game last gems he made.” “This is an exciting time. The owners talked and week period. But there was going the distance and allowing Sunday afternoon against the As could be expected from we do not want to miss the playoffs again. We want to nothing to prevent the Oshawa one earned run. Agnew pitched Barrie Baycats was nixed a young team, several players make sure that every year we’re re-tooling rather than Dodgers from raining on the six solid innings in the nightcap because of unplayable field con- remain out of the lineup rebuilding and we’re going into next season very con- parade of defending champion to guide the Dodgers to a 7-4 ditions. because of schooling south of fident.” Brantford Red Sox Saturday win. They will try again this the border. Once these players Perhaps noteworthy is the fact the Generals will be night. “Not being able to get in a Saturday afternoon against new- return, Bleiwas and cohort going forward with the current coaching staff in place. Stellar pitching by young home game was a bit frustrat- comer Mississauga Twins (for- Dino Roumel will be burning And well this should be the situation. The staff head- sensation Evan Grills and estab- ing,” said Oshawa’s bench boss merly Stratford) at Kinsmen the midnight oil while paring ed by coach Chris DePiero put together a successful lished Brandyn Agnew launched Dan Bleiwas, “but we’ll certain- Stadium, starting at 2 p.m. down the roster. start to last season before levelling out somewhat. The the Dodgers to a doubleheader ly take the two wins against the Ironically, the Dodgers man- “Yah, we have a challenge new recruits on the heels of the London deal stepped sweep before more than 1,000 defending champions. That’s a aged a single hit in the opener ahead of us, but it’s also a lux- up impressively, especially goaltender Michael Zador, during a tilt billed as a battle ury,” adds Bleiwas. “Better defenceman Scott Valentine and forward Christian of two quality pitchers being in this position rather Thomas. expected to go high in the than the other way around.” Under no conditions did ownership consider an 2009 Major League Trailing by a run in the sec- coaching change, emphasizes Tullio. Baseball (MLB) amateur ond contest, the Dodgers put “Our coaching staff was put in a very, very difficult entry draft this June. on the rally caps and scored situation because obviously they weren’t left with a lot Grills, 16, established four runs in the seventh inning of draft picks. We had made some questionable trades himself as the better of the for the sweep. Cam Robulack in the past and they did their best with what they had. two starters before more had two hits and drove in a “You’ve got to give your coaching staff an oppor- than 20 major league scouts. pair of runs for the Dodgers. tunity to develop, an identity and culture and I can tell Brantford starter Jake Tyler Patzalek doubled, scored you for what our staff stands for in morals, their val- Eliopoulos lasted only four a run and drove in two more. ues and structures they put in place, people might not innings while giving up the Jonathan Solazzo picked up see it instantly. But they will see it over time. single hit to Oshawa’s Tyler the save. ‘We’re developing a reputation in this country as a Hibbert. Grills, ranked 33rd Brad Hogeterp went four team people want to play for once again. We are get- according to PG innings for the Sox, allowing ting agents calling us on a regular basis and we know Crosschecker and slated as three earned runs. Following we’re doing things right. the top Canadian, had good their home opener on “Our coaching staff deserves a huge amount of command of his pitches, Saturday, the Dodgers will be accolades. Their progression might not be noticed allowing just five hits while at Christie Pits on Sunday until the next 12 to 24 months. But you will see a total- striking out four batters. afternoon for a tilt against the ly different hockey team that bodes well for the “I think what we saw Toronto Maple Leafs. future.”

Page 16 MAY 13 2009 Basketball star lands scholarship to Vermont By Robyn DePratto the Miss Basketball Ontario award two parents approached my dad,” a little crazy. Durham College Co-Op Student and a second award she says she’s Seto says. “Sometimes when I got back, I’d not quite sure of. She explains they told her dad have 10 calls,” she says. Oshawa resident Kendra Seto is Surprisingly, Seto says she did- they needed players for their team, Out of all the schools that left on her way to Vermont. The 17-year- n’t always play basketball. the Blues, and she soon found her- messages, she chose the University old is a student at Eastdale “I’ve always played all the self on the court with them. of Vermont. Collegiate and her exceptional tal- school sports,” she says. “I went for one tournament,” she “Vermont has a really good bas- ents on the court have led to a bas- Playing basketball in all four says, adding she attended practices ketball program and staff,” says ketball scholarship at the University years of high school, Seto also with the team and started playing for Seto, who wants to be a high school of Vermont. played three years of volleyball and them fully the next year. teacher and be able to bring her She plays small forward for both two years of rugby. Seto has been courted by several degree back to Canada. her school’s team and for the “This year I’m doing soccer,” teams to come and play for them She says she’s nervous but excit- Scarbrough Blues. she adds. once she graduates. ed at the same time about moving so She’ll also be playing in the All A busy schedule like that sounds This, she says, is thanks largely to far from home. Canada Classic on June 6 at Seneca tough, but Seto says it’s not for her. the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) She’s also glad it’s only six hours College and is even featured on the “I’ve just done it for so long I’m recruiting summer league that she away, so that her family will be able poster promoting the event. used to it,” she says. was a part of. to come and see her play. This all-star game will feature the Her basketball career really took “It felt good that I was getting all “I’m just looking forward to the top 20 male and female ball players off back when she was in Grade 8 at this attention,” she says. experience of moving away from from across the country and Seto Vincent Massey Public School. Sometimes though, she says all home and playing at that level,” she was one of the lucky few selected. “I was at a game one time and the phone calls after tournaments got says. The Oshawa native is also up for Kendra Seto Stop thief! Hockey’s greatest burglary attempts Not sur- how filtered into the party and a local was dis- And, a year later, the Red Wings had to bor- ing for St. Louis in the late 1990s, someone prisingly, covered trying to sneak the famous trophy out row uniforms from their junior team in stole the license plate off his car. objects con- of the building under his coat. Hamilton because their entire quota of white NEXT WEEK: SEERS ON ICE nected with Possibly the most famous burglary made sweaters were taken Canada’s the headlines 22 years later. On March 29, when they visited national game have been a favourite target of 1962 the Canadiens were visitors in Chicago Montreal. thieves over the years, especially when they for the first round of the playoffs. The coveted In March 1989, are connected with the NHL and its personnel. mug was on display in the Stadium and a car windows were These are souvenirs that cannot be purchased. devoted Hab’s fan, Ken Kilander, bribed the smashed and refer- But where there’s a will there’s a way. security officer who was guarding it with ees uniforms taken. Hockey’s top prize, the Stanley Cup, has $250, picked the lock on the case and headed In September the been a popular item, which has prompted for the exit, announcing he was taking it back same year, a teenag- more than a few to ignore the certain conse- to Montreal where it belonged. This was the er somehow got quences of robbery. One of the earliest inci- result of a dare by Montreal reporters, which away with Archie, dents may be credited to a snowstorm. Even was to be revealed later as a grand April Fool’s the New York though it was April 13, the night the Rangers joke. The police weren’t laughing. Kilander Ranger’s good luck topped the Leafs for the championship in was arrested and fined. charm, a stuffed overtime in 1940, Mother Nature dumped an Game-worn sweaters are a highly prized gorilla. But Brett excess of the white stuff on Toronto, maroon- memorabilia and some fans have no scruples Hull’s experience ing the visiting Blueshirts. about how they get one. In 1965, four takes the cake. But, they took it all in stride, enjoying a Blackhawks had to scrounge different num- While he was play- victory celebration at the Royal York Hotel. bers for the next match when their jerseys dis- The dancers in an adjoining ballroom some- appeared during action at the Montreal Forum. Argos get together for a day The Oshawa Touch “We are extremely excited per player. Participants will Football League (OTFL) is to be able to showcase our receive two ticket vouchers getting a taste of the big league to a wider audience. We for an Argos game and prizes leagues for one day. are very grateful for the sup- for the winners will include a The Oshawa circuit, which port the Toronto Argonauts private box for an Argos has been providing players have shown us,” said OTFL game, Argos ticket packages with an active outlet for more President Scott Elkington in a and prize packages. than 40 years, is staging a press release. Members of the Argos spring football tournament on The games will feature organization will be attending Saturday, May 30 at Lakeview teams of 10 to 14 players per the one-day event, along with Park. squad with a maximum of cheerleaders and Jason, the And they’ll be getting plen- seven players on the field at mascot. ty of support by the Canadian one time. Rules are set by There will also be games Football League’s (CFL) Touch Football Ontario. for fans of all ages, along Toronto Argonauts. This event is a part of with a barbecue and a meet In a bid to accommodate all Argos Double Blue Week in and greet session. skill levels, the men’s division Oshawa, to be held May 23 to Further information on will feature an elite competi- 30. getting involved can be found tive level and one with the Participants can join as a on the website of focus on recreational play. team or an individual at $35 www.oshawafootball.com.

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BELLINGER Margaret Jane At Lakeridge Health Port Perry on Thursday, May 7th, 2009. Jane, beloved wife of the late Jack Bellinger. Loving sister of Jim Mitchell and his wife Susan of Cleveland, Ohio and sister-in-law of Winston Bellinger and his wife Heather of Vernon, Ontario. Much loved aunt of Deborah (Blair Taylor) of Alexandria VA, Wendy Mitchell (Mike Dodd) of Pender Harbour BC, Jeff Mitchell of Banff AB, Paula (Jeff McAuley) of Goderich ON, and Susan Bellinger of Ottawa ON. A Service of Remembrance was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 11th, 2009 at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433-5558) with reception to follow. No flowers by request. Donations to your favourite charity would be appreciated. Online con- dolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com. RODZOCH Tadeusz A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Hedwigs Polish Roman Catholic Church, 411 Olive Avenue, Oshawa, on Wednesday May 6, 2009 at 10:00 am. Arrangements have been entrusted to McINTOSH- ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558).

TAYLOR Ruth Blanche (Past President and Life Member Auxiliary Lakeridge Health Corp. Oshawa; Alumini of Trafalgar Castle FINANCIAL Estate planning College, Whitby; Member Lenore Group-Simcoe Street United Church) Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Corp., Oshawa, on Sunday May 10, 2009, five days before her 96th birthday. She was the beloved wife of the late Harry (1977) and was predeceased by her parents Fred and Blanche Roberts and her sister Joan. She is survived by her loving son David and his wife Barbara, also her grandchildren Vanessa Taylor and Christopher Taylor. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Kaitlynn and Dylan Taylor. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family who will be received at McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King Street East, Oshawa (905-433-5558) on Wednesday May 13, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Interment at Oshawa Union Cemetery. Donations in memory of Ruth made to the Durham Region Humane Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.mcintosh-anderson.com.

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