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The Orangeville Fire Department is supporting a move by East Garafraxa mayor Allen Taylor to bring the two-hatter firefighter issue to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) to ask for their support. The AMO supports the two-hatters and the town's right to use them. AMO executive director Pat Vanini said the issue is about human rights. More ... DUFFERIN-CALEDON MP DAVID TILSON met this week with Jaana Pearson Paavola, a Katimavik participant from Caledon who is currently in Smith's Falls headed to Cheticamp, a francophone community in Nova Scotia. The Bolton resident is one of about 1,100 youth involved in the program across Canada.The federal government recently announced that it would extend Katimavik's annual funding of $20.6 million until August of 2009. Mr. Tilson said this will allow Katimavik time to adjust its cost structures and achieve greater efficiencies while ensuring that Canadians' tax dollars are well spent and promoting volunteerism, training and linguistic duality. "This funding will allow young people like Jaana to develop vital skills and learn more about our country. As Katimavik adjusts to provide a more streamlined program for young Canadians, I encourage Dufferin-Caledon youth to investigate this great opportunity for themselves." More ... Following a four-month long investigation by the Dufferin and Nottawasaga Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police, a Melancthon Township man has been charged with sexual assault and possession of child pornography. Jevon James Irwin, 23, turned himself in after an arrest warrant was executed on Nov. 26. More ... Photo/WES KELLER ALL ABOARD! : Passengers lined up Sunday for a ride on the Santa Claus on the Orangeville-Brampton railway. There were three old-out rides that featured Santa as a passenger and festively-decorated cars. More ... Whether or not it will affect waste disposal in Dufferin County, the council might take heart from the most recent development at Ottawabased Plasco Energy Group. More ... After possibly 20 years of virtually no progress, it appears residential development on Veterans Way might finally become a reality, depending on the outcome of a one-day hearing at Laurel Jan. 25. More ... The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority's board of directors is proposing to its member municipalities a draft 2008 budget with a 4.5 per cent levy increase over 2007. Population growth and water quality concerns are noted as placing additional funding pressures on the NVCA. More ... Photo/WES KELLER BRINGING JOY TO CHRISTMAS: Sarah Alexander and David Pounds, perennial performers at the Royal Canadian Legion's Christmas dinner for seniors, entertain for those awaiting their setting in the upstairs lounge. They were joined by a small choir. Pamela Claridge accompanied on piano. More ... Citing issues with funding and space considerations, Dufferin County has pulled out of a partnership with the Upper Grand District School Board to build two new classrooms at the Island Lake Public School. More ... The nasty start of winter continues to wreak havoc on Dufferin roads as closures continue on several area routes. Yet, the hazardous conditions failed to slow one alleged speed demon over the weekend on Airport Road. More ... There is something special about standing on Broadway on New Year's Eve to watch the pyrotechnics display during Orangeville's First Night celebrations. The sky is full of colour and sound, reflecting the spirit to be found on the street as everyone enjoys the festivities. This year, there will be one pyrotechnics show at 9:30 p.m. More ... A report to Orangeville Town Council has revealed a shortfall in financing for the Broadway median project. The project was intended to be financed through private donations and, to date, $492,500 has been raised through such means. More ... Photo/DAN PELTON STUFF A CRUISER: The 12th annual OPP Stuff A Cruiser program is looking for generous souls to donate toys suitable for children aged 0 to 14 years, and to stuff them into cruisers that will be parked at the Wal-Mart on First Street Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m..; Zellers in the Orangeville Mall Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and at Wal-Mart Sunday Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. More ... Headwaters Health Care Centre has one of the lowest average patient mortality rates in Canada, scoring on average between 69 and 79 for each of the past three years (2004-2007). More ... Orangeville trustee Bob Borden was acclaimed to his fourth term as Chair of the Upper Grand District School Board, and Guelph-Eramosa trustee Ralph Edwards as Vice- Chair at the inaugural meeting of the board Tuesday night. In his inaugural address, Mr. More ... Last month, Crime Stoppers of Simcoe- Dufferin-Muskoka received 212 calls that helped police clear 11 cases, including robbery, possession of stolen property, narcotics offences, and other Criminal Code and provincial statute offences. More ... Royal Canadian Legions all over the country are mourning the passing of the last of our revered World and Korean War veterans. Most Legions are grappling with the difficult task of maintaining an institution that many no longer see as relevant. More ... Despite the inclement weather and the first-ever casualty, Orangeville Royal Canadian Legion's annual Christmas Dinner for area seniors fed about 130 last Sunday. As has become customary, those who waited in the upstairs lounge for a serving were entertained by a small choir and the well known voice of David Pounds with piano accompaniment by Pamela Claridge. More ... At the request of Orangeville council, Ontario's Ministry of Health has agreed to move the location of a healthcard issuing service into the town next month. Currently, Dufferin area residents seeking renewals or replacements of their Ontario Health Cards have to travel to the Orangeville Fairgrounds in Mono. More ... A popular tradition returns to Westminster United Church this Christmas season. On Sunday, December 16 at 4 p.m., the choirs of the church present "Carols in the Candlelight," a service of readings and carols retelling the Christmas story. More ... Photo/Paul Hutchings A TECHNICIAN FROM FRED'S TIRE installs a winter tire during a recent storm. Business is booming for the tire shop even though winter is still officially three weeks away. Meteorologists are calling for the coldest winter since the early 1990s this year and the OPP is advising drivers to make snow tires a part of their winter driving routine. More ... Locally designed walking sticks symbolize a campaign that has led to a $25,000 community action grant from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario that's aimed at keeping children active and heart-healthy. More ... The House of Commons ethics committee examining the relationship between former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and German businessman Karlheinz Schreiber heard Mr. Schreiber testify on Tuesday that he didn't discuss money with Mr. Mulroney during a private 1993 meeting when the latter was still in office. More ... |
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