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Paramedics given national honours Four County of Simcoe paramedics have received the Governor General's Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service medal, recognizing their outstanding contributions to the community. More ... County councillors dwell on 4.75 per cent tax increase By Richard Blanchard As Simcoe county councillors began work on their 2008 budget last week, at least one county councillor urged council to exercise some restraint in terms of tax increases. The draft budget presented by staff suggests a budget of $440 million, up 11.7 per cent from the 2007 budget of $394 million. I... More ...
By Chris Simon For Manon Martin, the Innisfil Studio Tour is an annual tradition, and a chance to be seen. For the last seven years, the artist has packed up a variety of art, which this year includes painted glasses, candle holders and wood products, and travelled from her home in Utopia, specifically to be a ... More ... Federal Conservatives unveil tax reduction plan By Bill Rea The economy has been doing well, and the federal government has decided to share the benefits with Canadians. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced plans last week to cut taxes by some $60 billion over the next five years. That includes cutting the Goods and Services Tax (GST) from six to five... More ... Church hosts early Remembrance Day vigil By Susan Stein Yes, we rememberd them, all those who died and fought for us so that we can live in freedom from tyranny and opression. All of us, the Legionaires, the cadets, the veterans, the guides, the congregation assembled at Cookstown United Church at the Remembrance Day Service on Sunday November 4. More ... An historical Christmas setting Artisans Museum Christmas is an annual holiday season event that boasts wonderfully distinctive creations by regional artisans. Over 60 artisans will take part in this annual weekend sale, being hosted again this year by the Simcoe County Museum. The event runs November 10 and 11, from 9:00 a.m. ... More ... Cabinet shuffle doesn't surprise local MPP By Bill Rea Premier Dalton McGuinty promoted 10 new people to the cabinet he unveiled last week, and shifted the responsibilities of a couple of his veteran ministers. More ... From fiddles to Lions, plenty of clubs are hosting events THORNTON NEWS by Cathie Miller Tomorrow, is the next Barrie Thornton Old Time Fiddlers Night. It will be held at the Lions Hall and the admission price is $3 per adult and children are free. The doors open at 6 p.m. and the music starts at 7 p.m. sharp. All fiddlers, singers, callers, dancers and listeners are welcome. Call Ce... More ...
By Chris Simon Success can be grown. At least that's what members of the Painswick Horticultural Society will suggest. Since the society was formed in 1972, its membership has grown to over 100. Members annually participate in a wide variety of projects, which aim to beautify Innisfil and the southern end of Ba... More ... Trillium Foundation honours United Way United Ways of Ontario was honoured for the impact it has made in communities across the province at the Ontario Trillium Foundation's 25th anniversary Great Grants Awards last week. More ... New paramedic program saving lives in Simcoe County In response to recent studies demonstrating the benefit of emergency angioplasty for heart attack patients, the County of Simcoe Paramedic Services has teamed up with Southlake Regional Health Centre, Royal Victoria and Stevenson Memorial hospitals to launch a new program that ensures individuals ... More ...
By Chris Simon The sweet sounds of a bygone era will echo through the Stroud Presbyterian Church Nov. 10. On Saturday, the church will present Musical Memories, an evening of popular music ranging from the 1920s to the 1950s. The event is a tribute to past and present troops, and features music from the First a... More ... Future school needs spark debate in Essa By Richard Blanchard A meeting last week in Alliston set to look at future needs for school construction in local South Simcoe schools ended up focusing on the need for a new high school for Essa Township and on immediate improvements required at Tosorontio Public School. More ... Tim Hortons customers smile for Essa library fundraising initiative Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign was a sweet success with $1,650 being raised for the Essa Public Library's Thornton branch. Over 600 of the tasty double-sized chocolate chip cookies were sold between Oct. 1 and 7 at the Tim Hortons in Thornton. More ... High dollar helps drops electricity rates The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has announced that electricity prices are dropping approximately five per cent this winter, thanks partly to the soaring value of the Canadian dollar and provincial conservation efforts. More ... Barn and livestock destroyed by fire On Saturday, police and emergency services personnel received a 911 call regarding a barn fire on a concession road in the south end of Innisfil near Cookstown. When emergency personnel arrived on scene a short time later the barn was fully engulfed in flames. More ... Cyclist sustains serious injuries A 17-year-old Innisfil cyclist was taken to hospital with serious injuries after a collision with a motor vehicle Oct. 31. Police responded to a report of a collision on Lockhart Road west of the 20th Side Road in the town, at about 6:40 a.m. A westbound vehicle struck the cyclist, who was travel... More ... Tip line nets two During October, Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin- Muskoka received 273 calls, assisting to the solving of 17 cases. These investigations resulted in two arrests, six charges, the recovery of $15,000 in property and the seizure of $3.2 million in drugs. Charges laid include break and enter, theft... More ... Bike taken from disabled boy, erratic driving and public intoxication reported Disabled boy's bike stolen Nottawasaga OPP are investigating the theft of a disabled boy's new bicycle Oct. 31. OPP say the specialized bike, a three wheeled 10- speed, was taken from the driveway of an Alliston residence. The boy was supposed to receive the bike later in the day. More ... County providing applications for new affordable housing program With funding received under the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program (AHP), the County of Simcoe has enhanced the opportunity for low to moderate income households to consider homeownership. More ... Lefroy preparing for Victorian tea and Christmas LEFROY AND BELLE EWART NEWS by Linda Gerow Remembrance Day Service will be held at Branch 547 on Robinson Street in Belle Ewart, at 11 a.m. Nov. 11. It will take place at the legion's new cenotaph. Everyone is welcome to come to the service. Don't forget to buy a poppy as this is the legion's only fundraiser throughout a very busy year. More ...
By Chris Simon They've been making history come alive for 35 years. Last month, members of the Innisfil Historical Society celebrated the organization's 35th anniversary. Over the years, the society has published several books, such as the Farms of Innisfil, Skunks and Scholars, and Recipes Old and Modern for ... More ... |
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