October 24, 2007 / Lifestyle

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Blood drive about giving back

Bruce Vanden Berg was giving back to his community Thursday evening. The 17-year-old was donating blood at a clinic in the Innisfil Community Church last week. Vanden Berg has donated blood four times. More...

Library reaches record circulation numbers

By Janine Harris- Wheatley

How does a library measure success? The number of items circulated is not the sole indicator of how well a library is serving its community but it does help to measure the impact of new initiatives and service enhancements. More...

Artist celebrated 25 years

By Susan Stein

Michael Foers at the Gallery on Queen held an exclusive exhibit and sale celebrating 25 years of his painting on Friday October 19. More...

An evening with Judy McCoubrey

By Susan Stein

A Benefit Concert for the Tec -We -Gwill Hall in Newton Robinson featured singer Judy McCoubrey. Not only was it a monetary benefit for the hall, but also a musical one for the full house. More...

Trillium honours outstanding volunteers and groups

Six remarkable Ontario not-for-profit organizations were honoured for the difference they have made in their communities at the Ontario Trillium Foundation's 25th Anniversary celebration in Sharon, on Oct. 18. More...

Annual poppy drive getting revved up at Legion

By Ed Collins

Remembrance Day: It is fast approaching. We start our poppy campaign Oct. 26, so watch out for us at your favorite stores. This is the Legion's only campaign for funds, and it is what we Legionnaires are all about. More...

County books it with new website

The County of Simcoe Library Cooperative has announced the launch of a new service - electronic audio books. Library patrons with a valid card can log onto the new PULSE (Public Libraries Sharing E-Media) website to browse the collection. More...

Retirement savings the best investment

By Graham Barber

There's no getting around the fact that real estate is hot. From buying a first home or condo, to trading up, to home renovations, Canadians are embracing real estate in a big way. More...

Arthritis Society hosting hip and knee seminar

On Thursday, Oct. 25, The Arthritis Society will be hosting an Arthritis Public Forum from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Southshore Community Centre, Main Hall, 205 Lakeshore Drive in Barrie. The topic is Hip and Knee Replacement for Arthritis. More...