January 14, 2009 / Front Page

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Dancing their hearts out

About 20 students from The Dance Centre participated in a dance-a-thon at the studio recently. The students were raising money to compete at tournaments Photo by Chris Simon throughout the region. More...

News

Rink fee increases may impact usage

By Chris Simon

A proposed increase in municipal recreational fees will make skating and minor hockey more difficult for families to afford, according to Innisfil's deputy mayor. More...

New NVCA chair appointed

Walter Benotto, councillor for the Town of Shelburne, was elected chair of the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority Board of Directors at the NVCA's 49th annual general meeting on Friday. More...

DANCE: Reaching for a fundraising goal

By Chris Simon

Jessica Arnott dedicates her life to dancing. The 14-year-old spends about seven hours per week, split over four days, practicing routines at The Dance Centre in the Sandycove area. More...

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Letters

Jamieson Court residents want a fair deal

I have been contemplating writing this since Essa Township councillor Rick Newlove told me of a decision regarding the petition presented to council on Dec. 17th. I canvassed the residents of Jamieson Court. More...

Purses stolen from YMCA locker

There are thieves among us. On Tuesday January 6th, between the hours of 7 and 9 p.m., my teenage daughter and her two girlfriends attended our new YMCA facility to enjoy a workout. More...

McConkey loss was shameful

Shameful. The McConkey House stood for 150 years. To tear it down so consumers can go further in debt is symbolic of Canadians catching the American diseases of affluenza and consumerism. More...

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Police News

Loblaws may take town to the OMB

By Chris Simon

The Ontario Municipal Board could be deciding the fate of the proposed Loblaws property near Innisfil Beach Road. More...

Man sentenced for fatal police collision

On Monday December 15, Moshe Shilon plead guilty to dangerous driving in relation to the death of South Simcoe Police Senior Constable Alan Kuzmich. The matter was adjourned to a later date for sentencing. More...

South Simcoe Police

Woman caught stealing $30 in groceries

Man unwelcome at party A 20-year-old Thornhill man wore out his welcome at a house party on Saturday evening. The man had consumed a large quantity of alcohol and was asked to leave, which he refused to do. More...

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Lifestyle

Healing with a big beat at Am Shalom

By Chris Simon

Ringing in winter rarely sounds so good. And about 40 people agree. An evening of improvisational music and dancing was held at the Am Shalom Synagogue in Barrie's south end last week. More...

Quilts and Christmas crafts on display at annual bazaar

By Chris Simon

The Ladies of Lefroy United Church held an annual Christmas bazaar at the site and adjacent Grange Hall last month. Hundreds of residents peered at craft and bake tables, ate lunch and participated in draws. More...

The Denturist's Chair

Old and worn dentures need to be replaced
By Tarvo Puust Innisfil Denture Clinic

In Ontario, 42 per cent of the population wears dentures. However in most cases, it is very difficult to tell who is in fact wearing dentures. More...

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Municipal tax hike sitting at 5.33 per cent

By Chris Simon

Although town staff have chipped away at a double digit increase, property taxes will still likely be rising in Innisfil. Councillors reviewed the town's proposed 2009 Operating Budget during a meeting last week. More...

Town water rates may be rising

By Chris Simon

Water may become more expensive in Innisfil. A town committee approved new rates for water and wastewater service within the municipality, during a meeting last week. More...

Editorial

Careful spending could pay off long-term

Comment by Chris Simon editor@innisfilscope.com

Innisfil council should be thinking about the implications of reducing their proposed operating budget increase so drastically. More...

A political point of view

Meeting the federal government's economic challenges
By Peter Van Loan MP, York-Simcoe

For over a year, the global economy, led by a serious downturn in the United States, has been going through challenging times. More...

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Community Events

COMMUNITY EVENTS

A directory of what is happening in your community

The community event calender is provided as a free public service to non-profit organizations to announce upcoming events. Deadlines are no later than Monday for that week's issue to COMMUNITY EVENTS, P.O. More...

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Community Columns

CHURCHILL NEWS

Always hooked during awards season
by Linda Gerow

I don't know how many of you enjoy watching award shows, but I will admit that I am a junkie. I start with the People's Choice Awards, then the Golden Globe Awards and of course, I end with the granddaddy of them all, the Academy Awards. More...

COOKSTOWN NEWS

Homeless residents get out of the cold
by Barb Baguley

These bitterly cold days have caused me to think about those who are in our communities that are not always able to be warm and in a home. There is an Out of the Cold program in Barrie that is run by many volunteers. More...

THORNTON NEWS

Public skating held at the Thornton Arena
by Cathie Miller

Indoor public skating is held at the Thornton Arena for just $2 per person (preschoolers are free) on Tuesdays from 5 to 5:50 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8 to 9:20 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 11 a.m. More...

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Sports & Leisure

Lakers tie longest season win streak at 15 games with Shield

By Jon Yaneff Sports Reporter

It's been 15 long games, elapsing 63 days between Nov. 8 and Jan. 11, and the Innisfil Lakers still haven't lost. More...

Innisfil Skating Club news

Innisfil skaters have been very busy. From Oct. 25 to 26, members of the Innisfil Skating Club competed in the Skokie Skate in Huntsville. Erin and Emily Gillies each won a silver medal in free skate. More...

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Home & Garden

The Gardener's Corner

Growing some happy and healthy houseplants
By Judith Rogers

Houseplants can add complimentary colour, shape and texture to interior décor. In the winter, they're particularly beneficial when the windows are closed. More...

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Schools

Tentative deal reached with secondary school teachers

The Simcoe County District School Board and Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation, District 17 have achieved a tentative settlement for a new collective agreement. The previous collective agreement with the OSSTF expired Aug. 31. More...

Some study tips from an exam rookie

By Bailey Thompson Innisdale Secondary School

It's called studying — a task all students have to do, but not something most of us enjoy. Why? It's unwanted extra work, pressure and stress. At the same time, it makes you feel good. More...

Students prepare for trip to France

By Ashley Walker

In April, many students from the senior French classes at Nantyr Shores Secondary Schools will be heading to Europe for 10 days. They will be visiting Paris and going to see the Eiffel Tower, and many of the most famous art museums in the world. More...

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