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So clean it sparkles!: The owner of this car got a good deal when he paid $5 to get it washed. The Canada Employment Centre for Students spon- sored a car wash last Saturday in front of the Norwood Motel. The centre will be closed for anoth- New restaurant opens in bid to expand local economy By Greg Huneault the News Webster's Dictionary as: (a) knack of stumbling upon interesting dis- er year after August 15, so those who need enthusi- astic workers for any type of job are urged to call either the Terrace Bay or Schreiber rec centre and ask for Student Placement Officer Johanne Bolduc. photo by Greg Huneault began in earnest about ten weeks ago, and it has been a lot of work to Local chamber of commerce invites cottage industries to join booklet list By Greg Huneault the News The Aquasabon Chamber of Commerce wants to know about everything. That's why they have begun compiling a comprehensive Community Directory which they hope will list all of the organiza- tions and businesses stretching al drive for local tourism. One area that the chamber is try- ing to address and become better knowledgeable of is the local "'cot- tage industry." These types of busi- nesses are typically operated out of the owner's home, and provide goods and services ranging from homemade food to bicycle repairs. Fournier and Son Bicycle from Rossport to Jackfish. Repair, a small yet thriving Two high school students were __ business in Terrace Bay, is a good hired under the Summer example. Well-known to many res- Employment Experience Program __ idents, it also provides a service to *88, and have been collecting infor- ~ mation since the beginning of July. Genny Stuttard and Sheri Payette have been contacting offi- cials from local clubs, organiza- tions and businesses for informa- tion that they will include in a ref- erence book to be used by the chamber of commerce. The two say that they are those who are cycling through the area. The chamber is asking local residents who run small businesses from their homes to contact them. Ken Randle, Aquasabon Chamber president, says there are people in the area who are provid- ing services and products, but don't including recreation facilities, gov- have a high peutic, emment services, medical facilities He mentioned that he received a and other products and services that phone call from a Thunder Bay res- many citizens in the area aren't even aware of. They are also collecting ques- tionnaires that have been complet- ed by tourists staying in the area. The questionnaires have been dropped of at local hotels and restaurants. They are designed to provide the chamber and the establishment with information that will help the business itself as well as the gener- restaurant becomes better estab- lished. ident who asked if there were any 'bed and breakfast' establishments in the area, but couldn't give the caller a definite answer. Randle said that the book would help provide a wide range of infor- mation to both local citizens and tourists. He encourages cottage industry owners to contact the chamber so they can be included at no cost. For more information, call 825-9377. . they envisioned two growth indus- tries in the North -- agriculture and coveries in a casual manner. transform the building into a : : tourism." She added that the econo- Those who travel into Rossport That is the concept Mary would __ restaurant with an intimate cafe Burnett said she firmly believes my will suffer "if we don't look at are in for a "serendipitous" occa- like to share with those who visit atmosphere. that the area's economy must diversifying and providing services sion. For the second time in the last Rossport. She said she sees the Alty lead a crew of tradespeople become less dependent upon and products." 'few weeks, the area's economy has _ restaurant as an addition or comple- _in designing and building the interi- _ "°Source-based industries. In her bid to provide a-service, become a little more diversified with the opening of a restaurant. Last week the Serendipity Gardens opened in Rossport, and owners Mary Burnett and Roger Alty hope that it will be a happy discovery for those looking for a unique dining experience. "Serendipity" is defined in ment to the attractions already in Rossport, and hopes it will. attract more people to the small communi- Burnett and Alty have experi- ence in the local food service industry, and have been planning to. open a new restaurant for a while. Renovations to their home Oil spill slows highway traffic between towns East-bound motorists travelling on Highway 17 had to use caution last Friday after an oil truck spilled its contents from an open hose as it travelled between Schreiber and Terrace Bay: The fuel supply truck, from White River, developed a leak in a hose and "created a very slick, haz- ardous condition,"according to Terrace Bay Police Chief Don Kidder. A citizen informed the police department of the spill, and consta- Drivers were allowed to proceed through the spill area, but were cautioned to use extreme care. Department of Transportation trucks were called out to pour gravel over the spill area to absorb the slick. Driving conditions were made worse by a heavy fog which pre- vailed throughout the morning, but there were no reported vehicle acci- dents resulting from the spill. Ministry of the Environment officials and Terrace Bay police are or. With the exception of the high- back chairs, almost everything else such as the table tops and doors were designed and built locally. Burnett said in the week since the restaurant opened, the reception has been positive. "A lot of people say 'Oh, you're Serendipity.' I think a lot of people have gotten into the spirit." Burnett feels the people of Rossport consid- er the Gardens a positive addition to the area's economic diversifica- tion. "Local support has been good for progress. (Rossport) is such and energetic, growing communi- ty." The restaurant is tucked behind a beautifully lush and colourful vegetable and flower garden, which Mary has tended to for years. She feels the garden is an integral part of the atmosphere of the dining experience. The Serendipity gardens employs one full-time and six part- time employees who live in Rossport and Schreiber. Burnett "T'm willing to put my money where my mouth is. The province said two or three years ago that Burnett- said that Serendipity Gardens is opened from noon to 9.00 p.m. seven days a week. bles established road blocks. conducting the investigation. said she hopes to hire more as the SUPERIOR Belluz S HORELINE Realy Ui INSIDE THIS WEEK SHORELINE mcoe Plaza : i 2 : LTD. Box 715 Blotchy birch A bear editorial Garden Woes The Northshore Insurance Terrace Bay, Ontario Specialists! POT 2wo Why have the white Promote our area by Schreiber resident Gord Mlsore Juris acetic birch become brown? hosting Wintario angered by garden 825-9492 y roker ; 1-807-824-2933 Page 3 Pagea '(aid Page 5 825-9646