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By Chris Simon Mayor Brian Jackson quickly came to the defence of his staff, days after the annual spring thaw flooded streets throughout the town. "Staff did an excellent job; we were prepared and jumped right into action," he said. "We knew what was going to happen, we'd been meeting a number of weeks prior t... More ... South Simcoe will get new 211 service The South Simcoe Community Information Centre, Community Connection Collingwood and United Way of Greater Simcoe County hosted a public reception for South Simcoe residents at the Gibson Centre for Community Arts and Culture in Alliston recently, to announce the expansion of 211 service. More ... Essa council approves raise By Richard Blanchard Essa council has approved a three per cent pay increase for itself and for staff working for the township. During a recent budget session, council agreed to increase all township salaries retroactive to January 1 of this year. The increase is roughly equivalent to the cost of living increase. More ...
A political point of view Brian Jackson Mayor, Town of Innisfil There has been great confusion with some of our residents concerning the Barrie/Innisfil land negotiations. To better understand the process and the final outcome of the negotiations, it is first important to have a clear understanding of the background. More ... A party being planned for the New Town Hall By Chris Simon The party planning is underway at the New Town Hall. Innisfil council passed a plan to create a committee that will be responsible for planning the official opening ceremonies for the New Town Hall. As part of the plan, mayor Brian Jackson, deputy mayor Gord Wauchope and councillor Peter Kmet w... More ... Angus library may face building delays By Richard Blanchard The failure of Essa Township to receive provincial funding for a new library building in Angus likely means that construction will be delayed. Township mayor Dave Guergis said last Wednesday night that the municipality was going to have to look at additional funding sources for the building which... More ... MS Super Cities Walk back Clear the sidewalks because the annual Simcoe County Super Cities Walk for MS, will take place Sunday April 13. Walkers can do a five or a 10 kilometre route. If you are not participating in the event, you can still donate to a participant or lend your moral support and cheering them on. More ... Churchill church will hosting spring auction The Churchill United Church will be holding a Spring Auction presented by A Touch of Class Auctions on Friday April 11 at 7 p.m. (previews at 6:30 p.m. More ... Barrie emergency worker wins 911 award At some point in our lives, most of us will call 911 for emergency assistance. The Simcoe County 911 Management Board has announced the new Simcoe County Tri-Service Public Safety Communicator-ofthe Year Award, to recognize those who answer the call. More ...
The deal on real estate By Cheryl McCart Century 21 BJ Roth Realty The snow is melting and the buzz of people looking for a move is definitely in the air. The number of new listings is increasing daily, and the interest is high. As I told you last month, there is opportunity here in Innisfil, springtime is time for change and the market is beginning to respond. More ...
By Chris Simon Saturday was Elan Hulme's fourth skating carnival. Although the Thornton Skating Club member has been slipping on her skates for 11 years, each performance always seems just as difficult. There's always new routines to learn, costumes to get dressed in, and skaters to work with. More ... A Night at the Museum was a success THORNTON NEWS by Cathie Miller Ever wondered what happens at a museum after dark? Well on Saturday April 5th, the Thornton Skating Club presented A Night at the Museum and answered all those questions. The Royal Thornton Museum is filled with all kinds of interesting exhibits and once the lights are out they all come to life. More ... Action should be taken on historic buildings COOKSTOWN NEWS by Barb Baguley The Town of Innisfil needs to take action to preserve historic and heritage buildings throughout the municipality and never has this been more apparent than during the past week. More ... Tulips will be blooming at Lefroy United Church LEFROY/BELLE EWART NEWS by Linda Gerow Lefroy United Church will have tulips blooming in the Grange Hall from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday April 12th. Come and enjoy some delicious sandwiches, goodies, tea and coffee. Admission is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children. More ... Home remedies bear interesting results By Florence Blanchard The Essa Historical Society held its March meeting at the Thornton library recently. President Dale Cole welcomed all and Arnold Banting lead in the Lord's Prayer. Secretary Olive Lee read the minutes for our February meeting. More ... Essa flood waters recede By Richard Blanchard The problems with flooding in Essa township had passed by the end of last week according to the township's fire chief Paul Macdonald. Macdonald said Tuesday that the worst days for flooding were on Tuesday, April 1 which saw at least two homes and the Angus plaza flooded. More ... |
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