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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 27, 1966
Page
1
Orono Police Trustees and chairman R Woodyard plan a meeting with business block owners to discuss establishing an off street parking area in Orono. Options include area taxation, metered parking, or merchants funding a free-use lot, with emphasis on 24 hour operation and enforcement.
The Orono Orphans prepare for a February 2 game against the NHL Old Timers at Newcastle Arena organized by the Newcastle Artificial Ice Association. Players have been conditioning for the matchup.
The Orono Trustees accepted the secretary's resignation and set Saturday to advertise for applicants. They discussed moving a street light on Wain Street and asked for a plan by Marshall Macklin Monaghan for properties west of Main Street. A $300 cost to prepare the plan was approved.
The artificial ice plant at the Orono rink is nearly ready with small part delays. Funds totaled 7361.00 plus 335.00 in pledges, aiming 7696.00 when pledges paid. Foreseeable bills for transformers and wiring exceed remaining balance of 831.07, prompting a call for more contributions to finish stage one.
Port Hope High School principal P J Bigelow, in office since 1954, will retire in June after 43 years teaching and administration in Ontario schools. His career includes leading Port Hope High to a 1100 plus enrollment, World War II service as major then lieutenant colonel, and active community roles with scouting and the Royal Canadian Legion. A hockey event at Newcastle Arena marks his farewell with an NHL Old Timers exhibition.
Orono Public School held its public speaking contest in the Orono United Church basement. Michael Carman, grade eight, won the senior division and will represent the school at the Durham County Teachers and Ratepayers Association contest on February 8 at the same venue.
A Men’s Discussion Group at Orono United Church heard that Canada’s Criminal Code blocks advertising and sale of contraceptives and abortion items, preventing local birth control clinics and nurse inquiries. Dr. Charlotte Horner outlined health programs and urged change, noting potential abortion reductions and better guidance for teens and new mothers. The group plans to invite MP Russell C. Honey and explore political aspects of reform.
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