New traffic calming measures replace Automated Speed Enforcement cameras

By Brian Lockhart After the province ordered municipalities to remove Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras, many were disappointed by the loss of revenue and by the cameras’ no longer slowing traffic in school zones or other high-pedestrian areas. To help ...

Community raises $60,000 in one week to support grieving family

By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A fundraising campaign launched through GoFundMe is drawing strong community support for the children of a local mother ...

Tottenham man charged in illegal gambling investigation

By Brian Lockhart A Tottenham man was arrested after a multi-jurisdictional police investigation dubbed Project Scala that resulted in charges being laid against nine suspects. ...

Town to host public meeting on Beeton development

By Brian Lockhart The Town of New Tecumseth is hosting a public meeting next month regarding a proposed development in Beeton, where comments from local ...

Council explores options for safety at Tottenham four corners intersection

By Brian Lockhart The main intersection in Tottenham has long been a concern for residents when it comes to crossing the road safely. The intersection ...

Town looking for public input regarding the future of Beeton Community Centre

By Brian Lockhart The Town of New Tecumseth is launching the Beeton Community Project. This is an early-stage planning process to explore the future of ...

Orangeville author speaks out about PTSD and police culture in new book

By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Orangeville author Lana Boland is sharing her personal journey through trauma and recovery in her book, Aftershot – From ...

Federal offender apprehended in Alliston after year-long search by police

The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad would like to advise the public that a federal offender who went unlawfully at large on Jan. 15, ...

New Tecumseth opens applications for Senior of the Year Award

By Brian Lockhart The Town of New Tecumseth recognizes the remarkable contributions of older adults in our community through the annual Senior of the Year ...

Matthews House Hospice receives Trillium Grant for new flooring

By Brian Lockhart Matthews House Hospice (MHH) in Alliston received a $107,000 capital grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation that enabled the Hospice to make ...

Ontario runs low on salt: Shortage affects winter road maintenance

By Brian Lockhart A province-wide salt shortage is forcing cities and towns to adjust road maintenance and ration salt used to de-ice streets and sidewalks. ...

Suspect arrested at auto dealership for fraudulent purchase

By Brian Lockhart Nottawasaga Ontario Provincial Police officers recently arrested and charged an individual in connection with a fraud investigation, with assistance from the Community ...

OPP investigates house fire in Alliston

By Brian Lockhart The Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is investigating a residential fire in the Briar Hill subdivision of Alliston. Members of ...

Stevenson Memorial Hospital announces leadership/progress updates

By Brian Lockhart Stevenson Memorial Hospital in Alliston has announced leadership changes and updates on its redevelopment project. Leadership The Board of Directors has appointed ...

Modernized system reduces NVCA review timelines

By Brian Lockhart After more than a year of refining processes and modernization, the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) has met its goal and reduced ...

Town seeks nominations for Virtual Wall of Honour

By Brian Lockhart The Town of New Tecumseth celebrates individuals who have made a lasting impact on the community by honouring them on the Virtual ...

Simcoe County Museum will host Skate and Sweets on Valentine’s Day

By Brian Lockhart Bring your sweetheart and celebrate Valentine’s Day on the ice at the Simcoe County Museum’s Skate and Sweets outdoor event. You can ...

Beware of the rising trend in police impersonation scams

By Brian Lockhart The Ontario Provincial Police is alerting residents across the region about an emerging scam in which suspects pose as police officers to ...

Awaken Aurora builds on inaugural success with focus on International Women’s Day

By Brock Weir More than 65 women came together at the Aurora Cultural Centre last month for the inaugural Awaken Aurora – The Dawn Within, ...

Simcoe County council provides age-friendly update, reviews recycling collection

By Brian Lockhart The County of Simcoe has released highlights from recent council meetings during January. County council reviewed several reports, discussed items, and presented ...

CONTACT Community Services to launch birdhouse decorating session in March

By Brian Lockhart With spring just around the corner, CONTACT Community Services has announced its free March seniors program. This program features Mini Log Cabin ...

Knights of Columbus host annual Free Throw Basketball Competition

By Brian Lockhart The Knights of Columbus St. Paul the Apostle Council hosted its annual Free Throw Basketball Competition on Saturday, Jan. 24. The annual ...

STA Stingers junior boys maintain first place in basketball standings

By Brian Lockhart The St. Thomas Aquinas Stingers junior boys’ basketball team is having a hot season, currently in first place in the CSASC standings. ...

Alliston Hornets remain in second place with three games left in regular season

By Brian Lockhart After winning both games over the past week, the Alliston Hornets remain in second place in the North Carruthers Division of the ...

Third period costs the Tottenham Railers in home game against Meaford Knights

By Brian Lockhart It all came down to the third period when the Tottenham Railers hosted the Meaford Knights at the Tottenham Community Centre arena ...

First-period blitz gives Alliston Hornets a win over Huntsville Otters

By Brian Lockhart A huge first period set the tone for Friday’s game between the Alliston Hornets and the Huntsville Otters at the New Tecumseth ...

Alliston Hornets game postponed, team remains first in North Carruthers Divison

By Brian Lockhart Considering the sport is played on an ice surface, it’s somewhat ironic that the Alliston Hornets’ home game against the Penetang Kings, ...

Hornets win both weekend games, maintain first place in the North Carruthers Division

By Brian Lockhart The Alliston Hornets had three games scheduled over the past week; however, the first game, against the Stayner Siskins on Thursday, Nov. ...

Hornets maintain three-point lead over Stayner

By Brian Lockhart The Alliston Hornets maintain first place in the North Carruthers Division of the Provincial Junior Hockey League after losing one game then ...

Alliston Cornhole Club offers new players a chance to get into the game

By Brian Lockhart It is a fairly new activity that has been gaining popularity across North America. Cornhole uses beanbags that are tossed at a ...

Partnership will provide enhanced softball player development

By Brian Lockhart The Tottenham Beeton District Minor Softball Association has announced a new player development partnership with New Tec Baseball and the Tottenham Softball ...

Superstar

By Brian Lockhart She had a beautiful three-octave contralto voice that was easily recognizable and well-suited to the style of music she performed. Karen Carpenter ...

Flying the friendly skies to an estranged friend

By Brock Weir Before I went away to work abroad for a couple of months shortly after I graduated from university, my grandmother had one ...

Monthly Message: Neighbours supporting neighbours at the Alliston Food Bank

Food insecurity is something many people believe will never touch their own lives. Yet at the Alliston Food Bank, we see every day how quickly ...

Monthly Message: Volunteers are CONTACT’s superpower

For close to 50 years, CONTACT Community Services has been a beacon of stability in the communities of South Simcoe by providing full, wraparound services ...

Communication

By Brian Lockhart I have always thought that if everyone had spoken the same language, the First World War might have turned out very differently. ...

The curious case of disappearing generals

By Gwynne Dyer Armies can be used against both foreigners abroad and citizens at home, but the two roles require quite different equipment and tactics. ...

Whatever love means

By Brock Weir Feb. 14 is just around the corner and love is in the air! At least, that’s what Valentine’s Day enthusiasts will have ...

Monthly Message: The health economics business case for green space

From reducing air and water pollution and moderating surface temperatures to providing opportunities for physical activity and relaxation, green spaces provide many physical and mental ...

Shifting resiliency

By Brock Weir In today’s fast-paced world, it’s probably advisable to try and be a bit flexible. So many things around us are changing and ...

Monthly Message: My Sister’s Place to hold high tea for International Women’s Day

So far this year, we have been working very hard, getting off to a good start, and working on our annual fundraising plan. We are ...

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