April 20, 2006 RSS feed / Local News

Emily Sime reaches landmark 101

Not many people live more than a century and, of the few who do, hardly any retain the physical deportment and mental acuity of persons many years their junior. More...

MAPLES INDEPENDENT COUNTRY SCHOOL hosted a talent show two weeks ago, which included performances from the other independent schools in Headwaters Country. Rehearsing here is Roseanna Lane-Smith with the flute. More...

Knowledge, experience, courage a winning mix

A lot of good luck isn't enough to guarantee a win at cards, including poker, says an area man who's earned his way to major poker tournaments in Vienna, Copenhagen, and now the World Series of Poker at Las Vegas. More...

3RD ORANGEVILLE PATHFINDERS CLEAN-UP. More...

Suzuki book tour to stop in Orangeville

A rare opportunity awaits 600 ticket-holders who will hear worldrenowned environmentalist Dr. David Suzuki, speak at a one-night-only engagement in Orangeville next week. More...

An unforgettable night set

It'll be a night you won't soon forget. Goodness, Gracious Great Balls of Fire is the ninth annual dinner and auction in support of Headwaters Health Care Centre, which will take place May 6 at the Orangeville Agricultural Centre starting at 6 p.m. More...

Family Transition Place director retiring

Doreen Armstrong, Executive Director of Family Transition Place, has decided to retire in September after 21 years of service to the agency and the community. More...

HELPING HANDS:

Dufferin County Warden Earl Lennox extended thanks on behalf of council to representatives of many community minded organizations in recognition of National Volunteerism Week. More...

Hold 'em poker grabs local players

If you're among the millions worldwide who like watching international championship poker tournaments on TV, don't be surprised if you catch a glimpse or two of one or more of your neighbours in the World Series of Poker. More...

Grand Valley bridge to be replaced

The narrow, winding bridge across the Grand River south of Summer Place is destined for replacement this year. More...

Test Drive about memories - not just cars

Do you think your life is ordinary? You may discover otherwise, if you take a pointer from Earl Hughes and examine your life from the outside-in. More...

LEGIONNAIRE OF THE YEAR:

Peter Roy receives Legionnaire of the Year award for the Royal Canadian Legion's District E from Alton branch president Henry Durocher, left, and District E-3 zone commander Derek Gillette. More...