June 18, 2008 / News

Western wardens talk growth

Simcoe County warden Tony Guergis hosted the Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus (WOWC) and Province of Ontario representatives in Alliston on Friday, to discuss ways to unite communities and promote economic growth and prosperity on a regional basis. More...

Election signs may alter

Election signs need guidelines within the town of Innisfil, according to municipal staff. More...

Trash dates stand firm

A suggestion by New Tecumseth mayor Mike McEachern to have special pick-ups of garage when inclement winter weather causes cancellation of regular collection would have substantial costs. More...

Keep large item pick-up program

Simcoe County should continue to allow municipalities to have the option of offering large item pick-ups to dispose of large waste items, according to New Tecumseth mayor Mike MacEachern. More...

Co-op students being welcomed at Alcona Esso

Dave Hooper Co-operative Education, Nantyr Shores Secondary School

We all have friends that will always lend a hand - if you ask they will say yes - Alcona Esso is like that friend to the Co-operative Education department of Nantyr Shores Secondary School. More...

COOKSTOWN NEWS

There's still a fondness for my father

I have many wonderful memories of my dad and Father's Day always causes me to spend more time than usual remembering. Its been over two years since my dad died at 89, after a good life. More...

CHURCHILL NEWS

Romans made June wedding planning popular

Historically, June tends to be the most popular month for weddings. The reason has less to do with nice weather and more to with an ancient Roman goddess named - you guessed it - Juno. More...

MacLaren fundraising campaign aims for $135,000

The MacLaren Art Centre launched its annual campaign on April 17, with a goal of raising $135,000 by July 1. The money is used to support its 2008 programs. More...

Council puts a hault to possible engine brake bylaw

Large vehicles will not be required to silence their engine brakes in Innisfil. More...

Bridges and culverts could cost town $5.5 million

Over the next 10 years, Innisfil's bridges and road culverts could need over $5.5 million in repairs, according to a report released through the town. More...

Boards near provincial average

Most high schools in South Simcoe continue to trail the provincial average in the Grade 10 literacy test written in March. The provincial success rate for students taking the test for the first time is 84 per cent. More...

Geranium files for $3.6 million in reimbursements

The Geranium Corporation/Kimvar Enterprises will officially seek $3.6 million in legal fees for the defence of Big Bay Point Resort. More...

MADD urging callers through Campaign 911

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada) wants Canadians to know that we can all make a difference in keeping our roads safe and in reducing impaired driving crashes. More...

Province concerned by county's growth plan

Concerns about some of the key recommendations from Simcoe County's Growth Management Study from two important provincial ministries will not defer work on managing future growth. More...

Munro comments on Hampton's NDP leadership

The weekend announcement that Ontario New Democratic Leader Howard Hampton will be stepping down next year, prompted some gracious comments from York-Simcoe MPP Julia Munro. More...

Changing habits can improve air quality, says expert

Taking action to improve air quality may seem an overwhelming task given the scope of the issue, but people can make a difference by changing some of their own habits, says one expert. More...

LEGION NEWS

Two legion golfers will represent local branch at District finals

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 547 in Lefroy/Belle Ewart hosted the Zone Golf Tournament on Saturday June 14th and our two Golfers, Art Enwright and Clem Cagliari, won and will be going on to represent our branch in the District competition. More...

THORNTON NEWS

Tiny dancers took over Base Borden, showing their Tap, Jazz and Ballet steps

It's just two days until the strawberry supper at Trinity United Church. The supper will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. on June 20th. More...