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From the Town of Innisfil On Wednesday April 4, 2007 the Council for the Corporation of the Town of Innisfil wrapped up its 2007 budget approvals by ratifying the adoption of the 2007 Tax Levy Operating Budget. More ... Big Bay Point Resort project receives wide support Environmental Benefits Key to Approval Innisfil, April 4, 2007 - After five years of consultation and planning with the local community, the County of Simcoe and environmental groups, the proposed Big Bay Point Resort has received the 'thumbs up'. The resort plan has been dramatically downsized to contain 1600 condominiums and 400 hot... More ... Family history conference Ontario Genealogical Society, Simcoe County Branch is hosting a conference on Sat. April 28, at Alumni Hall, Georgian College, Barrie, from 9 am to 4pm. Some topics are: Internet resources in Canada, Museums, Crown Land Records, Napoleonic Veterans and Land Grants and "Your" Records at Ontario Arc... More ...
Lillian Owen, volunteer President of the Innisfil branch of the Canadian Cancer Society helped to kick off cancer awareness month at a daffodil tea held at The Wheel at Sandy Cove Acres. More ... Spring is the perfect time to give a life saving gift Special Invitation to Students to "Bring a Buddy" and Donate Together April 2007 -- Canadian Blood Services is asking you to celebrate spring by joining many other dedicated donors by making an appointment to donate blood. Students age 17 or older on April 19th are especially encouraged to participate in this community clinic. Bring a buddy and donate together! More ...
Jeff Stovold of KOA Campgrounds received a certificate from Mayor Brian Jackson, Deputy Mayor Gord Wauchope, and IAAC Chair Margaretta Papp-Belayneh regrading the accessibility of KOA Campgrounds in Cookstown. More ... Drainage 101 at info session by Michelle Minnoch A public information meeting was held Thursday night, informing residents about the Drainage Act. "My priority today is to give you Drainage 101," said Sid Vander Veer, of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. Vander Veer explained municipal drains have been within communities for ... More ...
by Susan Stein Owners Ruth and Pauline hosted the annual Show and Sale exhibit at the Gallery, located at the Bill and Ruth Draper home on Hwy. 27, north of Cookstown on the corner of the 2nd Line Innisfil. Excellently displayed with proper lights on the white walls, the show featured local and guest artists. More ... THORNTON NEWS by Cathie Miller The Thornton Lions had a good turn out at their annual Good Friday Pancake Breakfast and wish to thank everyone who came out and supported them. The children had a tough time deciding whether they should first enjoy their pancakes covered with syrup or pet the cute little bunny brought along by War... More ...
The Innisfil Public Library in association with Simply Divine Home Designs held a contest during the March Break. Deb Gregory won a complete room makeover by Simply Divine's Interior Decorator Linda Schuster-Var tanian. Creative interior design and paint colour consultation services are available t... More ... Essa won't fund physician recruitment program at Stevenson Memorial Hospital by Richard Blanchard Essa council has once again turned down a request from Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston to provide funding for its physician recruitment program. Council decided to not provide funding for the program. The township had been asked to contribute around $4,000 to fund the program this year. More ... Essa looks at tax increase between zero and three per cent by Richard Blanchard Essa council has sent its staff back to prepare a final 2007 budget draft which should mean a tax increase of around three per cent for township residents. At the end of last Wednesday's budget session, council asked for a budget increase of zero per cent. More ...
by Michelle Minnoch Although Mayor Jackson said he always gets worried when he see's a small turn out for the Pitch In meetings, he knows the day of the big event, the residents of Innisfil turn out in full force. The day starts at 9am, and residents are asked to sign up at their local fire station. At their station ... More ...
by Michelle Minnoch Stroud Mobile Feeds Ltd. had been associated with farmers in and around the community for the past 30 years. After spending 40 years in the business, resident Doug Diceman is retiring. Diceman first worked in the industry in Newmarket, but in 1975, he and his brother Art bought the business and ra... More ... Volunteers needed Donate two hours of your time to help the Alzheimer Society of Greater Simcoe County with Tag Days (simular to the Scouts Apple Day) in Alcona and Stroud on June 1st or 2nd. Select a shift that is convenient for your schedule in your community. Orientation for new volunteers will take place on Thu... More ...
by Susan Stein Laura Glass of Cookstown, will graduate from Teachers College in Nipissing in June. Her goal is to teach English and history at the high school level. To gain a practical experience in teaching, students are placed in schools. Laura's first was at Banting Memorial High School in Alliston and her se... More ... News from the Cookstown UCW by Susan Stein The highlight of the UCW meeting,held on Wednesday, April 4, at the church hall was meeting Kimiko and Ayumi, the two Japanese ladies, and hear guest speaker Lois Murray, an English teacher for Honda. Lois was a teacher at the high school until she decided to retire to look after her children. More ... Essa wants answers on Barrie ethanol plant by Richard Blanchard Essa township is looking for answers on the transportation of fuel from the proposed new ethanol plant in Barrie. Council asked staff to get some information on the proposed safety measures which will be required if the fuel is transported by rail. More ... Essa turns down contribution to Gibson Centre by Richard Blanchard The Gibson Centre in Alliston won't be receiving any money from Essa township this year. Essa council decided Wednesday afternoon to not contribute to the arts centre this year. More ... Pigeons have new home at Angus clock tower by Richard Blanchard The clock tower in Angus has new residents which Essa township will attempt to evict this spring. Council will investigate screening off the top of the tower which has become a second home for township pigeons. More ... Council encourages Energy Star by Michelle Minnoch Council received a staff report Wednesday, regarding Energy Star Standards for new housing in the municipality. The recommendation was originally approved by council on November 22, 2006. A copy of Staff Report PDS- 115-06 regarding Energy Star Standards in new developments was given to 19 local ... More ... |
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