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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, November 3, 2016 | 16 Police observing far too many distracted drivers by David Lea Oakville Beaver Staff Two days after two Halton police officers handed out 13 distracted driving citations within five hours, the same pair managed to catch 18 distracted drivers during a six-hour bike patrol in Oakville on Oct. 25. Constables Marc Taraso and Matt Springstead patrolled Trafalgar Road from the QEW to Cornwall Road from 3-9 p.m. During that time, the officers charged 18 individuals who were talking on their cellphone, texting, checking email or programming their phone's GPS while driving. "We observed numerous distracted drivers using their phones while approaching or stopped at red lights. "This is not only illegal, but is an added danger as there are numerous pedestrians near these intersections given the nearby transit station," said Taraso. "Further, distracted drivers were observed using their phones while in stopand-go traffic. This adds to increased congestion, as they were often observed not Bhandari Family Dentistry returns to Oakville Bring in yOur Family FOr a CheCk-uP at Our new mODern CliniC Dr. Bhandari is an advocate of oral health with 31 years of experience. He and his team pride themselves for their professional and comprehensive approach to dentistry. Dr. Bhandari has proudly worked with a number of celebrities throughout his career, helping them maintain their red carpet worthy smiles! Customer care is our core concern. Whether you're looking for general maintenance, regular check-up treatments or cosmetic dentistry, we can help. Give Dr. Bhandari a call to book your appointment or consultation. proceeding forward when traffic would advance." In a few cases, Taraso said, the people charged had young children in their vehicle. In one instance, a distracted driver had an infant in the backseat. All 18 individuals were charged with distracted driving contrary to the Highway Traffic Act. The offense carries a $490 fine and three demerit points upon conviction. These 18 charges come just two days after Taraso and his partner reported charging 13 distracted drivers in the same area during a five-hour bike patrol on Sunday, Oct. 23. From Sunday to Tuesday, Taraso said he and his partner handed out a total of 37 distracted driving tickets on Trafalgar Road. Halton police are again reminding residents to put their phones down while driving. The local police service notes distracted driving has become the leading cause of death on Ontario roads. SAMKO & MIKO EVERY OPEN DAY UNTIL DECEMBER 24 1000'S OF BRAND NAME TOYS LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA SEE SAVE.CA FOR FLYER And FOR InFORmATIOn TOY WAREHOUSE 2 Locations 77 Fima Cres. Hours: Toronto (South of QEW / (North of Hwy #7, Gardiner & Hwy 427) 1st St. West of 404) (416) 532.1114 (905) 771.8714 60 East Beaver Creek Rd. Thurs & Fri ................ 10:00-8:00 Saturday ................... 10:00-5:00 Sunday...................... 11:00-5:00 Richmond Hill Mon, Tue & Wed......... 10:00-4:00 Dr. BhanDari welcomes Jody Johnson, his new Hygienist. With many years of experience, Jody looks forward to treating her former and new patients. Dr. Vineet BhanDari BSc DIH DDS 905.825.5110 Monday to Friday 7:30 - 5:00. Evening and Saturday appointments available. Palermo Professional Centre 2525 Old Bronte Rd., Suite 470 Oakville (at Dundas Street) · www.bhandaridental.com 2376 Parkhaven Blvd, Oakville 2376 Parkhaven Blvd, Oakville · 905-257-5880 905-257-5880 maximekitchens.ca maximekitchens.ca Join us at our OPEN HOUSE EVENTS NOV. 5 10 am ­ 1 pm Fennell Campus All Programs SATURDAY 5 pm ­ 8 pm Stoney Creek Campus Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Programs NOV. 10 THURSDAY 9:30 am ­ 12:30 pm Institute for Applied Health Sciences at McMaster Health Sciences Programs Celebrate Mohawk's amazing history. Learn more at mohawkcollege.ca/50th NOV. 19 SATURDAY Find out more at mohawkcollege.ca/openhouse #1 COLLEGE in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area for 6 YEARS IN A ROW! * *2015-2016 KPI Student Satisfaction and Engagement Survey. Read more at mohawkcollege.ca/kpi