July 15, 2009 / Front Page

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Helping out the write way

Budding local writers could have some colourful months ahead, with Shane Peacock in town. The Eastern Ontario author will participate in the Innisfil Public Library's Writer-in-Residence program over the next few months. More...

News

Historical mural approved for Lefroy Arena

By Chris Simon

Several parts of Innisfil's history will be on display in Lefroy. Town council has agreed to allow the Innisfil Historical Society to erect a 3.7 by 7.3 metre mural on the exterior wall of the Lefroy Arena. More...

Youth needed for health unit's Photovoice program

Simcoe County youth are invited to apply for one of 50 spots in Photovoice, a project of THINK CLEAR! and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit. More...

A fashionable donation to hospital

By Chris Simon

Many Sandycove Acres residents are affected by Royal Victoria Hospital each year. Some require medical attention, others choose to volunteer with the RVH auxiliary. More...

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Letters

Council incident hurts town's image

After reading the article in The Scope that mayor Brian Jackson had been charged with assault and threatening, I knew that the town was soon to reach the big time' headlines, and other publications quickly showed everyone what the latest news is i More...

Conservative attack ads are playing dirty

We all remember last year's Conservative Party attack ads against Stephane Dion, both before and during the election. Now, most residents have likely seen their attack ads against the current Liberal leader, Michael Ignatieff. More...

Funds needed for Cookstown library

Throughout the past several months, the Cookstown Library and Community Centre project has been moving forward. For most of us, it cannot be finished fast enough. I want to thank the members of the Cookstown Curling Club, St. More...

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Police News

Train strikes irrigation system in Essa

On July 9th, Nottawasaga OPP officers were dispatched to a CP Rail train collision with an irrigation system just east of County Road 10, north of the 5th Sideroad in Essa Township. More...

Motorcyclist injured by impaired driver

On Sunday July 12, South Simcoe Police officers were called to a motorcycle and car collision on Yonge Street, at County Road 89. More...

Four officers earn awards

On July 8th, the MADD Barrie/Simcoe chapter held their annual general meeting in the Barrie City Hall Rotunda. More...

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Lifestyle

Cemetery donates to Hospice Simcoe

Innisvale Cemetery, determined to make a difference for end of life care, have stepped up to help Hospice Simcoe open the doors of the nearly completed Hospice House. More...

Student honoured by Lions

The Lions Club's 2009 Persistence and Dedication Award was presented to Innisfil Central Public School student Eric Van Ees June 23. This award is given annually, in partnership with Innisfil Central. More...

Pictures, paintings and jewelery

By Chris Simon

Ian Hastings has turned his travels to Europe into art. The Newmarket resident has travelled to the continent several times, exploring many of sites and cultures of countries like France and Greece. More...

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Jackson regrets use of profanity

By Chris Simon

Mayor Brian Jackson has apologized for his use of profanity during a recess at a town meeting last month, but not for allegedly threatening and assaulting another member of council. "There was inappropriate language used," said Jackson. More...

Editorial

Enjoying some of the area's rich culture

Comment by Chris Simon editor@innisfilscope.com

Keep the mind fresh Innisfil; it's time to get out and enjoy the arts. Summertime is underway and thousands of residents will have some vacation time planned over the next two months. More...

A political point of view

Progressive Conservatives wisely select Hudak
By Julia Munro MPP, York-Simcoe

At the end of June, the Ontario PC Party concluded an exciting and invigorating leadership race in Markham. Niagara West-Glanbrook MPP Tim Hudak won on the third count. 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

Collingwood Elvis Festival approaches
by Linda Gerow

The countdown is on; I'm waiting anxiously for the annual Collingwood Elvis Festival to get started. The lovefest for the 'King' brings upwards of 60,000 people each year, all coming together to pay homage to Elvis Presley. More...

THORNTON NEWS

Annual corn roast taking place next month
by Cathie Miller

The Thornton Fire Fighters Association is hosting a golf tournament on Wednesday July 29 at Tangle Creek. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10. More...

COOKSTOWN NEWS

MADD sheds light on impaired driving
by Barb Baguley

I attended the annual general meeting of the Barrie Simcoe MADD chapter, where I am a member. More...

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Sports & Leisure

Ontario Junior C Lacrosse League Playoff Preview West Division Semifinals - Caledon Bandits vs. Innisfil Wolfpack

By Jon Yaneff Sports Reporter

The Ontario Junior C Lacrosse League (OJCLL) playoffs are set to begin Tuesday, July 14 at the Mayfield Recreation Complex for the Caledon Bandits (15-1), as they host the last-place Innisfil Wolfpack (1-14-1) at 8 p.m. for Game 1. More...

Pork barbecue and motorcycle ride supporting habitat for humanity

The GWTA (Gold Wing Touring Association) Chapter Z Barrie Wingz will be hosting a pork barbecue and motorcycle ride at Sunnidale Community Centre July 26 at noon, to support Habitat for Humanity. More...

Preventing child falls and injuries through the health unit

With injuries a main cause of hospital visits in local children, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is reaching out to parents and caregivers with some simple steps to prevent occurrences. More...

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Schools

The Student Beat

Most summer jobs are already taken
By Bailey Thompson Innisdale Secondary School

It's the time all students have been waiting for, school's out for the summer; so now what? Students may be considering getting a summer job. More...

New specialist skill programs offered at high schools

Secondary students will have greater access to career-related programs with the addition of nine new Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs in the Simcoe County District School Board. More...

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