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Overflow waste and Christmas tree collection running through January

January 9, 2026   ·   0 Comments

By BRIAN LOCKHART LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER There are several options for overflow waste and Christmas tree collection through January so residents can clear out ...

Avian influenza confirmed at Tottenham Conservation Area

By BRIAN LOCKHART LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The Town of New Tecumseth has been advised by the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative (CWHC) that Avian Influenza ...

Charges laid in connection to arsons in Adjala-Tosorontio following GTA search warrants

Nottawasaga Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers executed six search warrants in Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto and Tottenham resulting in the arrest of six individuals.  The investigation ...

Ontario mandates additional carbon monoxide detectors in residential homes

By BRIAN LOCKHART LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Changes to the Ontario Fire Code came into effect on Jan. 1, requiring additional carbon monoxide (CO) alarms ...

Education workshops will continue legacy of Aurora Winter Blues Festival

By BROCK WEIR When Music Aurora decided to take the Aurora Winter Blues Festival to the next level, they did so with the community in ...

Aurora set for musical revival as Winter Blues Festival returns to community

By BROCK WEIR Local music lovers know that few things warm the cold winter nights better than hot jazz and good company.  For the last ...

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:Response to ‘Musk’s Starship’ column (Dec. 18) 

Dear Editor, I strongly objected to the negativity expressed by Mr. Gwynne Dyer in his recent article, “Musk’s Starship: If it sounds too good to ...

New Tecumseth receives $48,000 Fire Protection Grant from Province, fostering safety on the job

By BRIAN LOCKHART LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The Town of New Tecumseth has received a $48,000 Fire Protection Grant from the Province of Ontario. Simcoe-Grey ...

Monthly Message: Nature is the gateway to hope for a sustainable and equitable future

Recently, I listened to an environmental podcast featuring an interview with Dr. Howard Frumkin, a world renowned scientist. He is an epidemiologist, a specialist in ...

Local paramedics raise nearly $43,000 through annual Food & Toy Drive

By BRIAN LOCKHART LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER The County of Simcoe Paramedic Services has wrapped up its 23rd annual Food and Toy Drive. Thanks to ...

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