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Alcona residents spark subdivision debate By Chris Simon Susan Moore worries that plans for a 55 lot subdivision could disrupt wildlife and create safety concerns in her neighbourhood. The Alcona resident has lived on Spring Street for the last few decades. But Moore has concerns that a proposed subdivision in the neighbourhood could cost residents mon... More ... Essa council wants more federal funding By Richard Blanchard Essa township, like all other Ontario municipalities, has a post-Christmas wish that the federal government will open up its coffers and provide funding for a number of projects in 2008. Last month, township mayor Dave Guergis told council that he had recently met with staff of Simcoe Grey MP's ... More ... Mayors may discuss joint planning department at upcoming conference By Richard Blanchard The creation of a joint planning and engineering department for all South Simcoe municipalities is going to be on the table at an upcoming mayors meeting. More ... Three dead from thin Lake Simcoe ice By Chris Simon Residents are being urged to use caution when travelling on waterways in the area, following the deaths of three people in two seperate incidents on Lake Simcoe last week. Yesterday, police recovered the body of 60- year-oldToronto resident Ilia Vaxman near Roaches Point in Georgina. Vaxman was r... More ... Forest almost in local homeowner hands By Chris Simon An Alcona neighbourhood is one step closer to owning their own forest. A town committee has approved the sale of a 200 by 300 foot stretch of wooded land during a recent meeting. The property, which is currently owned by the town, was deemed surplus and too costly to maintain. More ... Local politicians applaud GST cut By Bill Rea The New Year opened with a break for consumers. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was cut from six to five per cent by the federal government. This is the second cut that the government of Prime Minister Stephen Harper has made to the federal sales tax since it took office almost two years ago. More ... Christmas for Kids a huge success Myrlene Boken St. Peter's Anglican Church The Christmas for Kids program had another successful year making sure that all of the children in the south Innisfil area experienced the magic of Christmas. This year we helped 65 children in 32 families, a total of 103 people. More ... Play some bid euchre Come out and play bid euchre at the Gwen Taylor Community Library this Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 7:30 p.m. The cost is only $3 per person. Lunch will be served, all are welcome. More ... Government taking aim at women's abuse Although November is recognized as Women Abuse Prevention Month, we as a community must be vigilant 12 months a year, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. More ... Library registration dates planned Innisfil Public library has storytimes and after school pro- grams for children of all ages. Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts; an excellent introduction to reading and a great way for children to meet others their age. More ... Public awareness for organ donation needed By Gabriel Etele If you want to become an organ donor, signing an organ donor card may be an important first step, but it is far from a guarantee that your wishes will be carried out. More ... Help fight cancer Are you looking for a volunteer position in the community? The Innisfil branch of the Canadian Cancer Society is seeking a secretarial volunteer for about three daytime hours per month. Primary responsibilities will include the taking of minutes at branch meetings and assistance with other soci... More ... New Year's baby a Thornton resident THORNTON NEWS by Cathie Miller Welcome to the area's first baby of the year, who also happens to be a Thornton resident. Little Grace Lacasse arrived at 1:26 a.m. January 1. Congratulations to proud parents Jody and David. Tomorrow, Thursday January 10 is the next Barrie Thornton Old Time Fiddlers Night. It will be held at the... More ... Join the legion for a Robbie Burns dinner LEGION NEWS by Ed Collins New Year's levy: It was a great success, everyone had a good time, greeting old friends and neighbours. We were joined by Innisfil deputy mayor Gord Wauchope, and two town councillors. The lunch and moose milk were enjoyed by all. More ... A few changes for the Essa historical society By Florence Blanchard The Essa Historical Society held its November meeting at the New Penny Restaurant in Cookstown recently. This was our Christmas dinner and was the seventh year that we have met at the restaurant. More ... A dark rising at the Cookstown library By Susan Baues The Cookstown branch of the Innisfil Public Library will be showing the film The Dark is Rising on Saturday January 12, beginning at 1 p.m. More ...
By Chris Simon Each passing Santa Claus parade is like a trip back into childhood for Brad Martin. And over the last few years, the Innisfil father has been helping his son enjoy the experience. Martin's son, five-year-old Alexander, is a member of the First Alcona Beavers. More ... Innisfil councillors will host special budget meeting tonight The Town of Innisfil will host a special budget meeting early next year. A town committee will host a public meeting to review the 2008 tax levy operating budget at the council chambers Jan. 9, beginning at 4 p.m. All residents are welcome to attend. More ... |
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