March 2016 Archive
Hornets lead Kindcardine 3-0 in quarter-final
A 4-0 shutout in Kincardine on Sunday (March 27) has given the Alliston Hornets a three-game lead in their quarter-final Schmalz Cup series against the Kincardine Bulldogs.
Steam lead championship final 2-0 over Kingsville
The Tottenham Steam have taken a 2-0 series lead in their best-of-seven championship series against the Kingsville Kings in their quest for the Greater Metro Hockey League’s Russell Cup.
Muzzo sentenced to 10 years
Marco Muzzo has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after the drunk driver killed three children and their grandfather in a horrific crash in Vaughan.
Families encouraged to come out for annual walk in Tottenham
Friends, families and local residents are encouraged to come out for the fourth annual Keanan’s Family Walk on Saturday, April 2 at 9:30 a.m. The ...
Thousands lose power on weekend
Thousands of New Tecumseth residents had to endure the long Easter Weekend without power, following the massive ice storm.
Sixteen New Tecumseth staff on ‘sunshine’ list
The Town of New Tecumseth had 16 employees on what’s known as the “Sunshine List” – civil servants earning $100,000 or more annually.
Steam undefeated in playoffs
It’s down to the championship round of the Greater Metro Hockey League playoffs with three teams remaining in the final round robin competition heading into the Russell Cup championship.
Online Poll 3/24
Will the increase in minimum wage benefit the economy?
Do individual rights trump those of society?
The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few, or the one. Top-down dictatorships, socialist nations and communist ideology put the “state” ahead of the individual. We here in the free west have grown accustomed to our liberal rights, and shun those other systems.
CCAT hosts Family Fun Day at Somerville
The newly formed group, CCAT, or Concerned Citizens of Adjala–Tosorontio Inc., held a Family Fun Day Fundraiser March 13, at Somerville Nurseries in Everett.
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Simcoe–Grey MP “disappointed” with Throne Speech, lacked specifics
The Speech from the Throne was delivered by Canada’s Governor General Julie Payette last Wednesday and supported by the NDP, preventing a fall election. Highlights ...
Seniors being celebrated this month in New Tecumseth
The importance of protecting seniors has been highlighted over the past three months since COVID-19 started to spread throughout the world. June is an especially ...
Tottenham mom raises awareness ahead of Rare Disease Day
By Brock Weir This Saturday is February 29 – a rare day in our calendar that only comes around in the Leap Year. But, it ...
How can we help curb child poverty?
My son and I are embarking on a mission in late January, in an effort to help the less fortunate. Many of those we will be helping are children. We live relative luxury in this country, even if we are challenged by the free market and accompanying economic pitfalls. We complain about the price at the pumps, hydro rates and credit card bills.
Sale aids mission cause
This time I will walk the talk on mission trip
Mark Pavilons Writers write. We tell stories. Sometimes we witness events first-hand. Often, we help others retell their tales of adventure, both tragic and happy. ...
Democracy is the best system we have
The people have spoken. This pretty much sums up the fundamentals of our democratic system in a nutshell. Sure, our form of government may not be perfect, but it’s the very foundation of our society.
Neville-Lake Family memorial day planned
Hundreds of people are expected Sunday, Aug. 14 at Kettle Lake Park in King City, to commemorate the three Neville-Lake children and their grandfather, who ...
Do individual rights trump those of society?
The needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few, or the one. Top-down dictatorships, socialist nations and communist ideology put the “state” ahead of the individual. We here in the free west have grown accustomed to our liberal rights, and shun those other systems.
Student speakers wow judges at Tottenham Legion competition
Students from four local schools faced off at the first level of Legion Youth Speeches competition Feb. 28.
