July 2026 Archive

Mono man questions arsenic problem in town water

By JAMES MATTHEWS Mono’s arsenic level in drinking water has been fairly stable over the years. The municipality is considering means to address arsenic, but ...

Mono considers options to improve drinking water system, reduce arsenic

By JAMES MATTHEWS Mono has identified a need to re-evaluate its water supply in relation to changes in provincial standards for arsenic concentrations in potable ...

Local athlete to play collegiate rugby at Aquinas College in Michigan this fall

By Brian Lockhart Orangeville athlete Lilian Beattie is preparing for the next chapter in her athletic career after earning the opportunity to attend Aquinas College ...

Pipes, drums, kilts, the heavies, dancers and a star from Outlander are coming back to the Fergus Scottish Festival

By Constance Scrafield The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games are set for their usual timing; the second weekend of August, this year Aug. 7-9. ...

Netanyahu’s remaining options

By Gwynne Dyer “The graveyards are full of indispensable men,” said former French Premier Georges Clemenceau about a century ago, and it’s still true. Israel’s ...

Kindergarten readiness: Building the skills children need for a confident start

For many families, the months leading up to kindergarten bring a mix of excitement and uncertainty. Parents often wonder if their child knows enough letters, ...

Ambition versus mediocrity

By Constance Scrafield With the rush for AI to do everything for us, and us to give up our own skills while sparing our children ...

Headwaters breaks record: Over $700,000 raised at 2026 Headwaters Golf Classic

By Sam Odrowski The 2026 Headwaters Golf Classic raised $703,500 following a record-setting year in which the tournament expanded to two courses and nearly doubled ...

Grand Valley honours crossing guard Sandra Crane as 2026 Senior of the Year

By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Town of Grand Valley has named Sandra Crane its 2026 Senior of the Year, recognizing nearly four ...

Grand Valley Lions Club hosts annual Memorial Butterfly Release program

By Joshua Drakes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Over the weekend on June 27, the Grand Valley Lions Club hosted a memorial butterfly release, offering local ...

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