October 1, 2008 / Lifestyle

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Muskoka's ghost tales told at Stroud library

A simple haircut brought two local authors together. In a bind and in need of a trim over three years ago, author Andrew Hind sat in the chair of his mother's hairdresser, Maria Da Silva. More...

Humanitarian service earns local Lion a fellowship

Innisfil resident Harold Keiser has been named a Melvin Jones Fellow by the Lions Clubs International Foundation, in recognition of his commitment to serving the world community. More...

The Way We Were

A Lakeland's anniversary

Photo courtesy of the Innisfil Historical Society participated The Lakeland's Hall 25th anniversary was celebrated on June 11, 1982. In the back row are Jack and Jessie Wood Mrs. More...

Chamber hits the links for charity

Photo by Barb Baguley Local residents participated in the annual Cookstown and District Chamber of Commerce golf tournament, which was held at Harbourview Golf and Country Club recently. More...

Quilt and rug fair viewer's choice winners named

The Simcoe County Quilt, Rug and Craft Fair 2008 was held at the Simcoe County Museum recently. Every year, visitors are invited to view the displays of quilts, wall-hangings and clothing items produced by quilters from across the county. More...

Solving bedtime stress

Is putting your toddler to bed a stressful event? Does your child dawdle, refuse to go to bed or cry after being put to bed? Children need a good night's sleep so that they have enough energy for the next day. More...

Protecting against Human Papilloma virus

By Dr. Colin Lee Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

The Human Papilloma virus, also known as HPV, is a family of common contagious viruses. More...

Gibson will host New Year's gala

The Gibson Centre will host its second annual New Year's Eve Gala: An Affair To Remember 2009. The evening will include live music, dancing, cocktail reception, a dinner buffet and dessert spread. Their bell tower will ring in the new year. More...

Triple P helps improve child behaviour

Whether your child is a toddler or a teenager, or somewhere in between, there are sure to be times when you've struggled with their behaviour. Triple P, the positive parenting program, can help. More...

Ukrainian tradition alive

The ninth annual Ukrainian Festival of Barrie will take place at Barrie Central Collegiate Oct. 19th, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. More...