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Vol. 43, No.11 BELLUZ SUPERIOR Realty Ltd. SHORELINE Simcoe Plaza . INSURANCE Box 715 LTD. Terrace Bay * ; Ontarlo Ne POT-2WO 825-9492 Juris Zdanovskis 825-9646 _ Eileen Belliveau Broker The North Shore Insurance 1-807-824-2933 Specialists! Wednesday, March 30, 1988 40 cents Photo by Greg Huneault 'Come o on in, the wafer' s 33 degrees: These Lake trout yearlings have just left the hose at right, and are beginning a new life in Lake Superior. Just how many are there? The MNR's stocking program has a few more where these came from. More on page 6. Group considers making video By Greg Huneault the News The Block Parent Association of Terrace Bay is-one group who hope they don't become busy. ' The 104 members of the local group provide designated homes for children - or anyone for that matter - to go to for any type of assistance. The designated homes have a sign posted clearly in a window indicating that it is a recognized Block Parent home. 'If anyone requires any type of help, they know: they can receive it Briefly Some confusion over involved building inspector Terrace Bay Clerk-Treasurer Dave Fulton has asked the News to inform the public about a misunderstanding some may have concerning the iden- tity of the building inspector mentioned in last week's issue. The article stated that the Township of Terrace Bay set- tled out-of-court after it was sued over a building permit issued in 1980. Fulton indicated that some residents of the area have mis- takenly assumed the building inspector to be Stan Hodgkiss; however, Mr. Hodgkiss is NOT the building inspector involved. Fulton said that Hodgkiss became a part-time building inspector "after this whole matter started." at one of these homes. At the association's meeting last Thursday, Chair Heather Vandergraaf outlined some of the aims and goals the association wants to pursue in the coming months. With a proposed budget of $315.00 for 1988, the association will have to carefully choose the projects it would like to complete. They receive funding from the township and the Terrace Bay Police Department. One of those projects the group is considering is attending a provincial conference down south.The conference will examine issues such as street proofing, chil- dren as victims of crime, and chil- dren-and drugs. Another proposed project is the possible production and direction of a video around Terrace Bay for children. The proposed video would be filmed in and around town and would feature familiar buildings and structures. The video would be an instructional aid. Those in attendence felt this proposed project would be helpful to children in that the kids would be able to recognize places to go to for help. The association stresses "street smarts" for young children, and tries to help them identify potential danger. The association is currently examining the possibility of allow- ing businesses to become Block _ Parent participants. For individual residents who are interested in becoming involved, there are a few requirements. Candidates for membership must be willing to be checked out by the police for prior problems. If there are any tenants in the Fp een 8 ee ee eee ae their permission to have a check conducted on them as well. The minimum age for eligibility continued on page 3 OPP out in full force during this very busy Easter weekend Toronto -While weather may be unpredictable, it's a certain forecast that the Ontario Provincial Police will be out in force this Easter Holiday weekend, April 1-4. "This Easter weekend will see a marked increase in the number of people travelling on provincial highways and the OPP is commit- ted to doing everything possible to see they arrive at their destination safely," said Commissioner O'Grady. Starting Friday, April 1, the OPP will have more than 500 cruisers on provincial highways equipped with radar and roadside breath testers. The Commissioner has asked detachment commanders across the province to remind all traffic officers to be vigilant. Last year, the OPP issued in excess of 10,000 provincial offence summonses under the Highway Traffic Act during the Easter week- end (April 16-20). 240 drivers were charged with alcohol-related driv- Leaks fixed so no wet before diving By Greg Huneault the News Renovations to upgrade the Recreation Centre pool are under- way with a completion date slated for the end of April. Dean Main, Recreation Centre Coordinator, told the News that the former flat roof was causing prob- lems and had to be replaced. A peaked roof being built should alleviate leaking problems which plagued the building in the past. Main noted, however, that other renovations and remodelling should make the facility safer and more attractive. The installation of fluorescent lights will prevent accidental or intentional hitting of the light fix- tures. Main said the repainting of the interior in a bright colour coordina- tion will hopefully give it a sunny atmosphere. A new ceramic tile floor will be laid, and the coordinator feels that it will prevent slipping and make for easier cleaning and mainte- nance. New plumbing will be installed to accommodate physically handi- capped people, and the washroom facilities will be remodelled for easier access. There had not been any provisions for handicapped individuals in the past. Ra i a i es i mounting the benches to the wall. Main said that in the past some individuals would hang the bench- es from clothes hooks or move them around. The cost of the project is $43,000, with $21,000: coming from a Ministry of Tourism and Recreation program grant, and the remainder provided by the town- ship. Fernandez Builders from Marathon were awarded the con- tract. ing offenses, while 432 others had their drivers' licenses suspended for 12 hours. Despite the safe driving habits of countless motorists and the best efforts of the OPP, 14 people died in 11 separate accidents last year and 374 persons were injured as the result of 242 motor vehicle acci- dents. In 1986, seven people died in five accidents and 244 persons were injured in 163 accidents. In 1985, eight people died in eight accidents and 357 people were injured in 225 accidents. In 1984, 10 people died in-10 accidents and 262 people were injured in 176 accidents. "Any traffic death is a needless tragedy. Safe, sober.driving saves lives. Anyone who ignores that fact puts themselves and others at risk and this Easter weekend OPP offi- cers will be on the lookout for those deadly drivers," said Commissioner O'Grady. one gets into pool Main told the News _ the pool was built in the early '60s, and has proven to be a popular local attrac- tion. The Recreation Centre provides a wide range of programs, includ- ing swim lessons, public and fami- ly sessions and Aquabics, which is a type of aerobics program done in the water. The pool is opened from the end of June to the end of August. PRR OS Peart ar ee en we ll Photo by Greg uneau t- -- ee poem | |