October 29, 2009 RSS feed / Local News

Vigilance theme at labour council dinner

Even though the economy is faltering and job security is almost nonexistent, one must always press for a safe and healthy workplace. More...

Library comes alive at Alder branch

If one was to pick up one of an eclectic selection of 21 books on display at the Orangeville Library's Alder Street branch last Thursday, the book may have piped up and declared: "Hey, put me down!" The "books" in the "Living Library" were actuall More...

Jones blasts minister on tractor tire disposal fee

Dufferin-Caledon MPP Sylvia Jones was on the offensive in the provincial legislature last week, challenging Leona Dombrowsky, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, to stand up for Ontario farmers insofar as the Ontario Tire Stewardship ( More...

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MAYOR ROB ADAMS, centre, has proclaimed Oct. 30 to Nov. 11 as Poppy Period in the Town of Orangeville. Citizens are urged to support the poppy trust fund for war veterans. The proceeds are used to assist needy veterans and their dependents. More...

Relaxation of tree bylaw proposed

If a committee recommendation is accepted by the council, Dufferin County's tree conservation bylaw will not limit woodlot owners to six bush cords of firewood annually for their own use. More...

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DEAD MAN DANCING: Eddie Rivera, a 2007 Dancing with the Stars challenger, was in the spirit of the Halloween season Tuesday night at the Orangeville Women's Health Club, leading his charges through the steps from the Michael Jackson video Thriller. More...

Mono to appeal MTO Hwy 9 speed ruling

The issue of reducing the speed limit on Highway 9 between First Line EHS and Heart Lake Road has the Mono council on a collision course with the provincial Ministry of Transportation. More...

Christmas play poses full-time job for child actors

With rehearsals about to begin for the upcoming Christmas play at Theatre Orangeville, which has a tradition of including several young actors, we thought we would take a back-stage look at how it all goes together and how the youngsters deal with More...

Avalon nurse an OLTCA award-winner

As part of its 50th anniversary initiative, the Ontario Long Term Care Association (OLTCA) has announced four recipients of the first-ever Ontario Long Term Care Association Nursing Leadership Awards. More...

Public meeting to launch Mono budget process

Mono council will begin the process of preparing its 2010 budget next Tuesday, Nov. 3, with a public meeting at the Mono Centre Community Centre. The preparations will continue at the regular council meeting Nov. More...

Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign raises $8,000

Nearly everyone is familiar with the slogan "Always have time for Tim Hortons" Judging by the response to the chain's Smile Cookie campaign, it appears Tim Hortons and its Orangeville patrons also had time to contribute to Headwaters Health Care f More...

Humber special lecture on police readiness today

Humber college's Orangeville campus will be the scene at noon today of a special lecture on police readiness and terrorism. More...

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A RELAXING BOUQUET: Kathi Elliott, left, an educator for Bach Original Floral Remedies, delivered a seminar at Harmony Whole Foods Tuesday night. More...

Brampton Flying Club donates banner tow to mark arrival of Torch Relay

The Brampton Flying Club is taking an active part in Orangeville's Torch Relay celebration. The club has donated 2.5 hours of banner towing, plus a banner, so Orangeville can welcome the Torch Relay in style. More...

Hospital's used equipment went to Haiti

Each year, Headwaters Health Care Centre needs to replace or upgrade over $1 million of equipment that has reached the end of its useful life. More...

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CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS month is October and its signature colour, purple, was displayed by Humber College Early Childhood Education students Monday during a fund-raising bake sale partially aimed at raising awareness of the child abuse issue. More...

'Every Little Step' to be screened Monday

Broadway has produced many legendary productions, but A Chorus Line and the story behind it remain special. More...

Pray for Snow Dance planned by snowmobilers

The Orangeville Snowmobile Club is planning a Pray for Snow Dance to be held Saturday, November 7, at the Monora Park pavilion. More...