February 21, 2008 RSS feed / Local News

MIII funding could preserve historic bridge

Among several local applications by various Dufferin townships to the Municipal Infrastructure Investment Initiative (MIII), East Garafraxa has asked for $234,000 to rehabilitate its historic 12th Line Bridge. More...

'Wrecked' targets alcohol, substance abuse

Eight youths die each day in accidents related to alcohol. Think your teen is using drugs or alcohol? Do you drink around your teen? The consequences could be devastating. Join Theatre Orangeville on Wednesday, March 5th at 7 p.m. More...

Local firm aims to keep health care natural

As the baby boomer generation ages and the demand for more natural methods of health care grows, an Orangeville company is stepping in to fill the niche. More...

Kinsmen mark 50 years in Orangeville

The Kinsmen Club of Orangeville will celebrate a milestone this year with its 50th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the club is planning something big, but Alan Howe, chairman of the 50th Anniversary Committee, won't say what it is. More...

Fitness tax credit proposal lauded locally

A proposal from the Fitness Industry Council of Canada (FIC) is being lauded by local fitness facility operators in the county. In a release, the FIC said the federal government would save $2. More...

World-renowned speaker coming to area March 31

Trellis Mental Health and Developmental Services is bringing a world-renowned speaker and author to share her passion and enthusiasm with a local audience next month. Dr. More...

County Forest's annual report released

The County of Dufferin released its annual report for the County-owned forest properties known as the Dufferin County Forest. More...

THE DOOR YOUTH CENTRE

Photo/PAUL HUTCHINGS THE DOOR YOUTH CENTRE received a cash infusion last week with a donation of $2,200 from Dufferin Family Chiropractic. Handing the donation to Ann McCallum, executive director of The Door were (left) Drs. More...

Small towns finding doctors hard to attract

Changes in lifestyles and a government cutback are being blamed for the challenges Orangeville, Shelburne and similar Ontario towns are facing in their search for family doctors according to a local physician. Orangeville's Dr. More...

Hunter fined for wounding another in Melancthon

A Brampton resident who accidentally shot another hunter during the November controlled deer hunt has been fined $1,200. More...

March 7 marks World Day of Prayer

Shelburne is one of more than 2,000 communities across Canada participating in World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 7. Trinity United Church, at 200 Owen Sound Street, will host the event, starting at 2 p.m. More...

Royal Canadian Legion News

On Friday February 15th, The Friday Night Dinner selection will be Salmon in Dill Sauce. And will be served from 5 till 7 p.m. Entertainment from 6 to 10 p.m. will be provided by Jill Phillips Drop in and enjoy a fine meal. More...

Alleged assault said retaliation for sex assault

A call to the Baywinds Retirement Home last Friday has resulted in the victim of an alleged assault being accused of sexually assaulting a young woman. More...

Dufferin Soil & Crop Improvement Association sets annual meeting for March

The Dufferin County Soil and Crop Improvement Association Annual Meeting and Feed and Seed Show will be held on Wednesday, March 19, from 9:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the GV & District Community Centre. More...

Amaranth turbine hearing rescheduled

The conclusion of the Ontario Municipal Board hearing into the Amaranth portion of the 132- megawatt Melancthon II wind farm is being scheduled for the township offices at Laurel on Feb. 27 and 28. More...

Dufferin joins affordable housing program

Dufferin County residents currently renting and dreaming of owning a home but unable to raise the required down payment could benefit from a new program adopted by Dufferin County Council last week without debate. More...

THE OLYMPIA

Photo/PAUL HUTCHINGS THE OLYMPIA ice clearing vehicle at the Alder Recreation Centre has been rebranded with the Merida logo in exchange for a $50,000 donation from the company to help fund the rec facilities and events, including public skates. More...

Mono woman acquitted of arson

A Superior Court judge has found Shirley Gerlach, 49, not guilty of arson, although she had admitted setting fire to her house in Mono on Sept. 27, 2005. Ms. More...

Plan unveiled for 3rd retirement complex

Representatives of the Lord Dufferin Centre (LDC) released plans yesterday for One Elizabeth Street, the new residential facility they hope to begin building by the end of next year. More...

RESIDENTS OF THE AVALON

Contributed photo RESIDENTS OF THE AVALON Retirement Centre celebrated Flag Day with lots of smiles and patriotic fervor, wearing red and white and several Canadian pins donated by MP David Tilson. The Maple Leaf became our official flag on Feb. More...