New Tecumseth Times

Complaints roll in as residents ignore COVID-19 related regulations

Most residents are obeying advice from health officials regarding social distancing to limit the spread of COVID-19, but not everyone. To date, New Tecumseth has ...

New Tecumseth finds cost savings as revenues flatten because of COVID-19

The Town of New Tecumseth has made several swift changes to the way it conducts business, in an effort to mitigate financial impacts, since COVID-19 ...

Town lays off staff to find savings as it responds to COVID-19

As COVID-19 has placed mounting financial pressures on the Town of New Tecumseth, the municipality has laid off nearly 100 employees. The staffing impact has ...

The summer that wasn’t – no sports this year

Forget about outdoor exercise this summer. You might want to stock up on video games and figure out how your kids are going to fit ...

Town continuing with certain services, projects amidst COVID-19

With almost everybody stuck inside due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of people are tackling renovations and home improvement projects. Despite many of New ...

New Tec Climate Action focused on eco-friendly initiatives and green economy

As COVID-19’s peak passes, many are wondering how the government can transition to a more eco-friendly economy when recovery efforts begin. “This is an opportunity ...

Dancing used as a tool to boost morale at Simcoe Manor

Busting a move is quickly becoming the new way for frontline workers to boost morale and lift spirits. Across the country, healthcare workers, long-term care ...

Stevenson doctor shares his experience working on the frontline

The stress endured by healthcare professionals as they respond to COVID-19 can be overwhelming, as some carriers of the virus can be contagious without symptoms. ...

Stevenson Foundation launches online group in support of healthcare workers

As communities continue to battle COVID-19, the importance of healthcare workers is being recognized around the world. Locally, the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation (SMHF) launched ...

Province announces certain criteria for re-opening the economy

Premier Doug Ford announced the Province’s plan for de-escalating COVID-19-related control measures during a press conference on Monday. No specific timeline was given, but Ford ...

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Demystifying public health food safety inspections

By Dr. Michelle Quaye, Public Health Physician Health inspections take place in many different settings, but they all have the same goal: making sure that ...

Turn into the waves

By Brian Lockhart When I was in my final year of high school, our entire Grade 12 class entered the gym to view the movie ...

Minority reports

By Brock Weir Like many Canadians on Monday night, I eagerly awaited the results of three Federal byelections – two in the GTA and one ...

Monthly Message: A day in the life of a volunteer at the Alliston Food Bank

By Alliston Food Bank What does a day in the life of a volunteer at the Alliston Food Bank really look like? From the outside, ...

Hungary: The tide goes out

By Gwynne Dyer Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent a message congratulating Hungary’s newly elected prime minister, Peter Magyar, for having evicted long-serving populist leader ...

Culture clash

By Brian Lockhart There is a rather famous video of a minor baseball game where parents in the stands are harassing the umpire. The umpire ...

Why bother? Here’s why.

By Brock Weir Easter is one of my favourite holidays. While the religious aspect is the main element of the observance, for many it’s a ...

Monthly Message: CONTACT Seniors Programs sees incredible success in the community

In an era when social isolation, especially among seniors, is a pressing issue, initiatives focused on free local programming and community engagement are more important ...