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January 25, 2012 / Front Page

Breaking News - 10:08 AM

Freezing rain warning ends

Photo by Chris Simon. Environment Canada's freezing rain warning ended for the Barrie area Friday morning, but several centimetres of snow is expected to fall before the afternoon. More...

Breaking News - 1/26/2012 10:49 AM

Essa approves Barrie bus service study

Transit system could be extended by August, says township mayor

By Richard Blanchard

Essa is moving another step forward on the plan which would see Barrie Transit bus service extend into the township and Base Borden. More...

Alcona granted settlement status

Ontario government released a series of changes to the Place to Grow document last week

By Chris Simon

Alcona has finally achieved ‘settlement’ with the provincial government. More...

News

Bea buzzes over award nomination

Local resident is being considered for a Junior Citizen of the Year honour

By Chris Simon

Katie Bea brings a smile to all of her endeavours. More...

Building permit fee public meeting tonight

By Chris Simon

It could be getting significantly more expensive to build in Innisfil. The municipality will host a public meeting on proposed increases to building permit fees, at the New Town Hall later today. More...

Funding needed for Goodfellow recreation programs

School council chair asks the town for several thousand dollars, to offset costs

By Chris Simon

A local elementary school is looking for some ongoing financial aid from town council. More...

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Community Events

Rearview Mirror performing at business awards gala

Community Event Calendar

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Community Columns

A political point of view

Simcoe County still living up to ‘snowbelt’ reputation

By Cal Patterson Simcoe County Warden

As we approach the midpoint of winter in Simcoe County, one thing is obvious — this season's snow has been a bit sparse and late in arriving. More...

CHURCHILL NEWS

Library program registration underway

by Linda Gerow

Churchill Library children's programs run from Jan. 17th to Feb. 28th. Flying Solo is a program for independent children, ages three to five, that includes stories, songs, games and a craft. The program will run on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. More...

COOKSTOWN NEWS

‘Explosive’ show starting run at theatre

by Dana Tolles

Being a lifelong learner is one of the best traits a person can posses. More...

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Sports & Leisure

Wave jump into eighth place in GMHL standings

Two consecutive wins put the Lefroy team within striking distance of sixth overall

By Kevin Michie

After back-to-back victories over the Shelburne Red Wings last week, the Lefroy Wave have jumped into eighth spot in the GMHL standings, and continue to roll. More...

Chowen selected to rugby sevens team

By Kevin Michie

Innisfil resident Connor Chowen will be heading to Las Vegas next month, to compete in the largest rugby sevens tournament in the world. More...

Premier handing out teaching awards

Nominations are now being accepted for the annual Premier’s Award for Teaching Excellence. More...

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Home & Garden

The Gardener’s Corner

Weather has taken residents on a roller coaster ride

By Judith Rogers

Hearing Frankie Flowers on breakfast television compare the ups and downs of the weather this winter to a roller coaster, he certainly has hit on the right phrase. More...

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Health & Wellness

Many Canadians have metabolic syndrome

By Dr. Michael Yarish The Lakeside Clinic Center for Integrated Medicine

Metabolic syndrome seems to be a condition that many people have, but no one knows very much about. More...

Immunization clinics available

Immunizations are the best way to protect residents from preventable diseases. The Simcoe Muskoka District Health unit provides regular immunization clinics at all office locations, for residents of all ages. More...

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Breaking News - 05:05 PM

Nude photos circulate at Nantyr Shores

Gender groups set-up using BlackBerry Messenger service

Nantyr Shores students were caught 'BBMing' themselves in the buff, prompting South Simcoe Police to issue warning to the teenagers and their parents. More...

Breaking News - 1/26/2012 04:08 PM

Water worries still surfacing around Innis Village project

About 60 residents attend public meeting on the proposed development

By Chris Simon

Richard Riley and his neighbours have a history of water problems. More...

Breaking News - 1/25/2012 12:41 PM

Secondary school students enter exams

PA days also planned for next week

There may be a noticeable increase in the number of students that are out in the community in the coming days. More...

Editorial

Town working hard to change its image

It wasn't that long ago when Innisfil residents were boarding buses and heading to a protest at Queen's Park. More...

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Letters

Break up with tobacco through Driven to Quit

Breaking up is hard to do, but it may be the best thing you ever do for your heart, and the hearts of those you love. I am writing about breaking the dependence on tobacco products. More...

Raw food rate article contained an error

I'm writing to correct an error in terminology in your Jan. 11th publication on Page 3. The article, 'Raw food rate must increase, says council', confuses retirement homes with long-term care facilities (also known as nursing homes). More...

Innisfil Beach Park improvements may be damaged soon

The improvements that have been done to Innisfil Beach Park in the last year have been truly impressive. More...

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Police News

Police board elects Boudreau as new chair

Force will focus on improving its social media presence, and hiring a chief

The South Simcoe Police Services Board has elected Lori Boudreau as its new chair. Boudreau has served as the acting chair, since former head Patti Vanderdonk's term ended in October. More...

Town places restrictions on tow truck operators

Rules force truck drivers to clean-up crash scenes

By Chris Simon

The town has officially restricted the number of tow trucks allowed at the scene of a collision. More...

OPP focusing on driver education following ‘dangerous’ January

Less than one month into 2012, Ontario Provincial Police statistics indicate the number of people that have lost their lives on OPP-patrolled highways has more than doubled over the same period last year. More...

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Lifestyle

Legion pays tribute to Robbie Burns

About 66 people salute the haggis, laugh and dine at the Belle Ewart branch Saturday

By Kevin Michie

Branch 547 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Belle Ewart held their annual Robbie Burns dinner on Saturday night, and sold out the hall in the process. More...

It was a feeling of combined bittersweet success, inspiration and endings on Jan. 19, at Innisdale Secondary School. More...

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