Wednesday, August 27, 2008

BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY TIPS FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS AND MOTORISTS!

(Elliot Lake, Ont.) It’s that time of the year to start thinking of getting to school safely. The first day back at school for some students will be September 2, 2008.

School bus transportation is a safe way to travel. In Ontario over 80,000 children travel on school buses. Every young passenger’s life is worth protecting. Most injuries occur outside the school bus, as students are entering or exiting or crossing the street. Passengers should ensure they have a safe place to wait for the school bus and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching the bus. Parents remind your children to BE AWARE OF THE STREET TRAFFIC AROUND THEM at all times.

Motorist must keep a safe distance away from a stopped school bus with the red overhead lights flashing and stop arm extended. When following a school bus, Ontario law requires you stop 20 meters behind the bus. When meeting a school bus in oncoming traffic, stop far enough away to allow students to cross the road well ahead of the bus bumper. REMEMBER regardless of the posted speed limit, at any time of day, any day of the week, the law applies…. SLOW DOWN in school zone areas.

School Crossing Guard will be at their post assistance children to cross the street safely. Motorists are reminded to stop safely before the crossing and not to proceed through the crossing until all children and the crossing guard has left the roadway.

“Working together we can ensure a safe return for all students.” States S/Sgt Knowler. “If need be leave a couple of minutes earlier to ensure you arrive at your destination on time. Be patient and be safe!”

9-1-1 CALL NETS CHARGES FOR LOCAL MALE

(Elliot Lake, Ont.) The East Algoma OPP has charged a local male after responded to a 9-1-1 call.

On August 26, 2008 at approximately 2:25 p.m. police attended a residence on Hillside Drive South regarding a possible assault. On scene police learned that the suspect had threatened another male. The suspect was located and arrested by police.

Charged with the following is Jean-Paul Arthur LEONARD (49) of Elliot Lake.

Utter Threat to Cause Bodily Harm
Assault with a Weapon
Obstruct/Resist Police

LEONARD remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing scheduled for August 27, 2008.