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Black Parent Council says racism continues, UGDSB ignoring concerns
Board has taken ‘tangible actions’ to address racism: UGDSB official By Robin George Black parents say Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) officials may talk the talk about anti-racism, but they are not walking the walk. And they say that ...
Mono halts effort toward firearm discharge bylaw
By JAMES MATTHEWS Mono council voted to abandon its proposed firearms discharge bylaw. Council made the decision during its Feb. 24 meeting to recognize that ...
Orangeville looks to tighten rules governing election signs
By JAMES MATTHEWS Municipal election campaigns have come to mean that Orangeville’s streets and intersections will be congested with a slew of candidate signs. With ...
From backyard hobby to award-winning operation: Hereward Farms founder shares her journey
By Sam Odrowski A small experiment to see if a fragrant purple perennial could flourish on a 250-acre East Garafraxa farm blossomed into an award-winning ...
New business at Orangeville’s Old Mill Hub offers fully-immersive Virtual Reality experiences
By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Following a grand opening event on Sunday, March 1, Teleport is officially open and offering a multitude of ...
Orangeville Food Bank’s Coldest Night of the Year approaches $200,000 fundraising goal
By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser, held by the Orangeville Food Bank, drew a festive, high-energy ...
Fur‑Ever Farm‑Canada needs immediate assistance to continue operating due to rising costs
By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Fur‑Ever Farm‑Canada, a local animal rescue and sanctuary, said that it has been forced to pause all new ...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin and District to host Wii Bowling fundraiser
By Joshua Drakes Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dufferin and District is getting ready to roll out its largest annual fundraiser, with a Wild West–themed ...
Orangeville protects the public and environment with salvage yard rules
By JAMES MATTHEWS Orangeville has taken steps toward a license requirement for salvage yards. The proposed Salvage Yard Bylaw introduces operations standards intended to ensure ...
Orangeville Public Library launches makerspace with state-of-the-art technology
By Joshua Drakes The Orangeville Public Library officially opened its new makerspace during a community celebration at the Alder Street branch on Feb. 23. The ...
Questions arise about Mono bylaw enforcement
By JAMES MATTHEWS One of Mono’s loudest voices in the lobby for the new municipal noise bylaw wants council to consider questions about enforcement. Mayor ...
General News
Orangeville community warms the night at Coldest Night of the Year 2026
Event nearly reaches $200,000 goal to support neighbours facing hunger What the Orangeville community created at Coldest Night of the Year 2026 was truly magical. ...
Family launches GoFundMe to return remains of son following fatal car crash
By Joshua Drakes A fundraising campaign is nearing its goal after a fatal crash in the Township of Melancthon claimed the life of a 24-year-old ...
Don’t wait for the water: Take flood prevention measures and stay safe this spring
Floods can wreak havoc on homes, causing extensive damage to infrastructure and personal belongings and posing significant risks to safety. With warmer, wetter weather in ...
Orangeville SPCA rolls out the Neuter Scooter, offering free surgeries on World Spay Day
By Joshua Drakes The Ontario SPCA’s Mobile Neuter Scooter program in Orangeville marked World Spay Day Tuesday, Feb. 24, with a focused push to tackle ...
Reduced road season in effect on Dufferin County roadways until further notice
Reduced load season is underway in Dufferin County. Launching on March 1, load restrictions will remain in effect until further notice. The load restriction is ...
Care Days bring health services to Dufferin County residents
By JAMES MATTHEWS Care Days aim to make it easier to access health and social care in Dufferin County. Dave Pearson, the Hills of Headwaters ...
Dufferin County grapples with uncertain provincial buying rules
By JAMES MATTHEWS Queen’s Park has rolled out legislation to govern public sector buying without clearly defining the parameters of those rules. Ontario Bill 72, ...
OPP warns residents of increase in CRA-themed scams during tax season
By Brian Lockhart As Canadians begin preparing their 2026 income tax returns, the Ontario Provincial Police are reminding the public to stay vigilant against Canada ...
Caledon Meals on Wheels to hold tasting menu event
By Riley Murphy Caledon Meals on Wheels (CMOW) is inviting community members – and their appetites – to their tasting menu event on March 12. ...
Palgrave Girl Guide Member wins 100th anniversary Friendship Crest competition
By Riley Murphy, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter This year marks 100 years of World Thinking Day, an annual celebration on the shared birthday of the ...
