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August 9, 2007 / Regional News

Province not in control of pedophiles' ID

By WES KELLER Freelance Reporter

The provincial government does not dictate when or under what circumstances convicted pedophiles must be publicly identified when they move into a residential area, Attorney General Michael Bryant said in an interview last week. More...

Ontarians to participate in referendum vote this fall

By MANDI HARGRAVE Staff Reporter

Voters across Ontario will be able to participate in the first referendum on electoral reform since 1972 while casting a vote in the provincial election on October 10. More...

Underground railroad bicycle route passed through Primrose

A new, long-distance bicycle route that follows the historic path of the Underground Railroad saw a number of cyclists travel from Buffalo to Owen Sound, while making a stop in Primrose last Thursday. More...

County streamlines its buying policies

By WES KELLER Freelance Reporter

Dufferin County has altered its purchasing policy, such that the council will retain control without having to approve all expenditures. More...

County regulates half-mast flags

Dufferin County Council has adopted regulations governing when flags must be flown at half mast on all county buildings. Deputy Clerk Pam Hillock's report, to "ensure fair and consistent application," has been adopted by the council. More...

Most Ontarians favour wind energy: survey

By WES KELLER Freelance Reporter

An independent survey commissioned by the Canadian Wind Energy Association has found that a vast majority of Ontario residents are in favour of tapping wind energy, even if they live within a mile of a proposed wind farm. More...

Is stage set for quick turbine approvals?

By WES KELLER Freelance Reporter

The recent early settlement of two major wind farm proposals at the Ontario Municipal Board may have pointed the way to avoiding costly procedures and delays in future. More...