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community event

The South Simcoe Police held a community event at the Canadian Tire in Bradford on Saturday. The event featured SSP information, a MADD table, classic cars, and for the kids face painting and animal balloons. More...

Canadian Quotable

"There are two rules of Canadian foreign policy. The first is: Don't get too close to the United States. The second is: Don't get too far from the United States." More...

News

Tighter restrictions on federal employees running in municipal elections

by Richard Blanchard

Tighter restrictions may make it more difficult for federal government employees to run in the upcoming municipal elections. More...

Mayors' Walk, an invitation to get out and active on the Trans Canada Trail

The annual Trail Day presented by the Thornton-Cookstown Trans Canada Trail committee takes place Saturday June 17, 2006 and incorporates the healthy living principles of Good for Life's Active Family Challenge through the 9 km Mayors'Walk with Mayor More...

Ice rates may increase by $5/hour

by Michelle Minnoch

Council discussed the proposed by-law for the Town's User Fees and Charges regarding the increase of ice rental fees by $5.00 per hour effective September 1st. More...

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Business & Real Estate

Cosmetic Dentures - How natural customized smiles are created

by Tarvo Puust DD

People with teeth that are too white, too straight and have a tooth shape that doesn't compliment their face are easily recognizable by most people as "denture wearers". More...

C.O.P.E a learning experience for dogs, students

by Michelle Minnoch

Ten grade 9 and 10 students of Nantyr Shores showed friends and family how hard their work has paid off Thursday afternoon. More...

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Community Columns

CHURCHILL NEWS

by Linda Gerow

Sonora Dodd, of Washington, first had the idea of a "father's day." She thought of the idea for Father's Day while listening to a Mother's Day sermon in 1909. More...

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Police News

Drug enforcement blitz at Innisfil high school

On Thursday, June 8th, during the morning hours members of the South Simcoe Police and the Huronia Combined Drug Enforcement Unit set up an aggressive drug enforcement blitz to deal with individuals possessing and dealing illegal drugs at an Innisfil More...

World elder abuse awareness day June 15

June 15, has been selected by The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) to give abuse and neglect of older persons a global relevance that will sustain and move prevention efforts forward throughout the whole year and years More...

South Simcoe Police

Bail Violations On June 6, a Bradford woman contacted police after being contacted by her ex-common law husband contrary to bail conditions. More...

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Lifestyle

The Vault

Getting the most from your home buying team

by Graham Barber

For most of us, a home or condo will be the most significant asset we purchase. It makes sense, then, to employ the services of top notch professionals when you set out to buy a home. More...

June 14, 2006 - The SCOPE - Page 19 Innisfil woman a winner in provincial quit smoking contest

SIMCOE MUSKOKA - Jacquie Dauda of Innisfil is Simcoe Muskoka's local winner in the provincial More...

Essa Historical Society looks at hamlet names

by Florence Blanchard

Essa Historical Society held its May meeting at the Thornton library. President Brian Baker welcomed all and opened our meeting More...

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11th Annual Innisfil Summerfest this weekend

Innisfil's annual summer event kicks off this Friday, with fun continuing at Innisfil Beach Park for people of all ages. This years event features many great tribute bands hitting the stage. More...

Wings for SMA

On Saturday, June 3, Sobey's Alcona kicked off their four week fundraising campaign. More...

The Naked Truth launched in Orillia

by Michelle Minnoch

The Ladies of the Lake (LOL) launched The Naked Truth at their kick off in Orillia on Thursday. More...

Editorial

Comment

Bitter-sweet day for Ontario

by Bruce Haire

Premier Dalton McGuinty was expected to announce the province's commitment Tuesday to nuclear power to keep the lights on in Ontario. More...

Insulin pump costs $6000

Dear editor My name is Adam Crowder. I am a 15 year old, an Innisfil resident and a Type 1 Diabetic - just like my Dad. More...

Thanking volunteer participation at Annual Wing Ding

To the Editor: Although, a very wet Saturday there were thousands of people in town enjoying the many garage sales, craft vendors and browsing through the shops. More...

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Community Events

Franky's Harbour House

hosted a charity BBQ for the Grieving Children at Seasons More...

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

FOR PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF INNISFIL More...

Local resident needs community support

by Michelle Minnoch

Innisfil resident Adam Crowder, 15, has Type 1 diabetes. Living with diabetes since he was eight years old, Adam is insulin dependent and receives shots daily to keep the disease in check. More...

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Sports & Leisure

Summerfest Kids Fishing Derby Saturday morning

Innisfil, Ontario: The Innisfil Community Events Corporation is pleased to announce the 11th Annual InnisfilSummerfest Kids Fishing Derby, Saturday, June 17th at Innisfil Beach Park on the western shore of Lake Simcoe. More...

OSCAAR Outlaws set to show off their golf skills on June 28th

by Kim Mahony

The OSCAAR Outlaws will demonstrate their extraordinary golf skills...or maybe their lack thereof, at Simcoe Shores Golf & Country Club (www.simcoeshoresgolf.com) on Wednesday June 28th, in support of the Peterborough chapter of the Big Brothers Big More...

Paddlers still welcome

Barrie - The Children's Aid Foundation of Simcoe County announced that the Full Moon 24 hour, 250 kilometer Dragon Boat Relay is still accepting paddlers. More...

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Home & Garden

Richardson's Berries ready for the picking

by Michelle Minnoch

It's that time of year again! No, not Stanley Cup or FIFA World Cup season, but strawberry season, and Richardson's Berries, located at 1624 9th Line in Innisfil is now open for the season. More...

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