Author Archives: Jill Charlebois
Sportsmen's Association Releases 65,000 Salmon Into Sydenham River
The Sydenham Sportsmen's Association spent time on Friday releasing 65,000 Chinook salmon from the hatchery into the Sydenham River. Co-chair for the Salmon Spectacular and Chair for the Sydenham Spor...
Jul 10, 2023 The Sydenham Sportsmen's Association released 65,000 young salmon into the Sydenham River on July 7, 2023. Many members had their children and grandchildren present. Chris Geberdt, who is the Chair for the SSA, says it's important to education children about conservation and to enjoy nature (Photo by RJ Eldred).
Bruce County Supports Resolution To Prevent Workplace Harassment By Elected Officials
Bruce County Council has resolved to support an AMO push requesting legislation to strengthen municipal Codes of Conduct. The notice of motion was added to the council agenda during the meeting on Jun...
Jul 10, 2023 The Women of Ontario Say No is a non-partisan organization that is pushing for government mandates to hold municipally-elected officials accountable in the event of workplace harassment. (Image via #WomenOfOntarioSayNo)
Thornbury's Wastewater Treatment Plant To Get An Upgrade
Work will get underway soon on a $29-million upgrade and expansion to Thornbury's wastewater treatment plant. The expansion is needed to accommodate growth and to replace equipment that is nearing the...
Jul 09, 2023
Orillia OPP Investigating Arson Following House Fire
Orillia OPP are looking for the public's help in an arson investigation involving a house fire. Police say that at 9 pm the evening of July 8th, they were called to the blaze and shortly after arrival...
Jul 09, 2023 From: OPP West Region Twitter
Huronia West OPP Arrest Man Who Was Trying To Steal Dump Truck In Wasaga Beach
Huronia West OPP has laid charges against a man who was caught trying to steal a dump truck. Early Thursday afternoon, police were called to a stolen vehicle in progress on River Road West, Wasaga Bea...
Jul 09, 2023 From: OPP West Region Twitter
Bruce County's Paramedicine Program To Receive $2 Million In One-Time Funding
Bruce County's Community Paramedicine department is going to be receiving up to $2,000,000 in one-time funding from the province The money will be received over a 2-year period between 2024 and 2026. ...
Jul 09, 2023 The insignia for the Bruce County Paramedic Services (image courtesy of Bruce County)
Ramara Completes New Cycling Route
The Township of Ramara has completed a new 31-kilometre cycling route, along several quiet roads. The route has benches, signs, bike racks, and even repair stations along the way. The first link runs ...
Jul 09, 2023 Source: ramara.ca
Dufferin OPP Investigating Two-Vehicle Collision on County Road 16
Dufferin OPP is continuing its investigation into a two-vehicle collision that claimed the life of one person. Just before 11 o'clock yesterday morning, OPP was called to County Road 16 and Blind Line...
Jul 09, 2023 Source: OPP
Caledon OPP Continue Investigation Into Fatal Collision On Old Church Road
Caledon OPP is investigating a collision that claimed the life of one person. Just before 4 pm Friday afternoon, police were called to a two-vehicle collision on Old Church Road and Humber Station Roa...
Jul 08, 2023 From: OPP West Region Twitter
Antique Boat Show Happening Today In Gravenhurst
The annual Antique Boat Show happens today in Gravenhurst at the Muskoka Wharf. Besides beautiful antique boats, those looking for that elusive boat part will find them too in a Nautical Flea Market. ...
Jul 08, 2023