Muskoka's ghost tales told at Stroud library
By Chris Simon
      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.
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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. Visitors were asked to vote on their favourite item in select categories.
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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.
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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. HPV is so common that it is now one of the most frequently sexually transmitted infections in Canada; it's estimated that as many as 75 per cent of sexually active men and women will have at least one HPV infection in their lifetime.
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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.
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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. Only 150 tickets are available to the event, which will take place on the main floor of the centre.
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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. Aucterlonie, Jack and Muriel Webster, Mary (Low) Grant, Dorothy Lea, and Dorothy Wiggins. Seated in the front row are Bella Blakely, Mima Stewart, Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. Flegel, Mr. and Mrs. George Dietrich and Helene Fisher.
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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. From bedtime problems and homework to chores and rudeness.
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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. The chamber's putting contest earned $435 for the Cookstown branch of the Innisfil Public Library.
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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. This festival's mandate is to promote Ukrainian culture in a multi-cultural nation, through traditional dance, music and cuisine. Cultural presentations such as arts, crafts, and embroideries will be featured.
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