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Environmentally mindful Orangeville man opens free seed library
By Gail Powell McCarthy Street resident Matthew Smith wants to share his love of backyard farming and sustainability with his Orangeville neighbours. He’s an active member of the Facebook group called “Grow Your Own Food! Orangeville” and has been spreading ...
Dining in Dufferin: Deja Vu Diner provides much more than just breakfast and lunch
By Gail Powell From wedding engagements, dance parties and free giveaways to multiple fundraisers, a visit from the Stanley Cup, and a recent viral TikTok ...
Lord Dufferin IODE now accepting pre-orders for 29th Annual Geranium Sale
By Sam Odrowski Gardening season is fast approaching, and a local women-led not-for-profit organization is holding its yearly geranium sale to help people freshen up ...
Dufferin–Caledon MP Kyle Seeback critical of spending in 2024 Budget
By Sam Odrowski The Liberal Government of Canada announced its 2024 Budget on April 16 with $535 billion in total spending and a nearly $40 ...
Mono asks county to look into a tax on vacant homes
By JAMES MATTHEWS, LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER An unoccupied home is seen as unacceptable during a housing crisis. As such, the provincial government took steps ...
Dirt bike riders lobby Mono council to open trails
By JAMES MATTHEWS A group representing offroad motorcycle riders wants Mono to open some of its trails to dirt bikes. Lisa Thompson of the Ontario Federation ...
Strong mayor powers, zoning bylaws questioned at packed Democracy Caledon meeting
150 people attended a Citizens’ Forum held at St. James Anglican Church on April 17 By Zachary Roman Caledon residents against the use of strong ...
General News
Hike for Bethell Hospice returns in May, aims to raise $245,000
By Zachary Roman One of Caledon’s largest fundraising events is coming soon. On Sunday, May 5, the annual Hike for Bethell Hospice will take place ...
Dufferin and Caledon share $863,199 from gas tax program to improve transit
By Sam Odrowski Dufferin–Caledon is getting an $800,000 boost in funding from the provincial government’s 2023-24 Gas Tax program. Municipalities can use the funding to ...
Orangeville Public Library starting Social Justice Club
The world is an interesting, ever-changing place that can be intimidating to navigate for youth as they grow. In partnership with the Puslinch Assembly of ...
Mono extends contract with integrity commissioner
By JAMES MATTHEWS, LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER Mono council decided to retain its current integrity commissioner for another term with new rates. The current term expires in ...
Participate in Dufferin County’s Community Insights Workshop Series to shape future of local economy
Dufferin County invites stakeholders and community members to actively participate in shaping the future economic landscape of Dufferin by taking part in its Community Insights ...
‘Pixie Properties’ fundraiser for Bethell Hospice hits $10,000 mark
By Zachary Roman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A Caledon woman has reached a major milestone in her charitable efforts. Peggy Dickey recently passed the $10,000 ...
Vendor market coming to Orangeville Curling Club
By Constance Scrafield Here is a bit of fun: Toni Lugano is bringing the bigger version of her “lawn sales” to the Orangeville Curling Club ...
Achill Choral Society to hold spring concert at Westminster
Achill Choral Society is holding a spring concert in the community this weekend. Achill is proud to present the Ontario premiere of Elaine Hagenberg’s exciting ...
Sports
The Northmen Way: Documentary features story behind the Orangeville Northmen
By Brian Lockhart From a small town beginning to being voted the #1 Lacrosse Town in the World, Orangeville is known worldwide thanks to lacrosse ...
Junior C Northmen home opener this Friday
By Brian Lockhart The Orangeville Junior C Northmen regular season will get underway this Friday, April 26, when they face the Barrie Bombers on their ...
Local high school athletes training for spring track and field
By Brian Lockhart Students at local high schools have started early spring training for upcoming track and field meets and they have been on the ...
Dufferin-Peel Skating Club has successful competitive season
By Brian Lockhart The Dufferin-Peel Skating Club had a successful season on the ice this year with many skaters achieving their goals and earning medals ...
Provincial Junior Hockey League enters Conference championships
By Brian Lockhart Eight Junior C hockey teams from across the province are now heading into the conference championship series after completing the Division finals. ...
Big Brothers Big Sisters hosting pickleball tournament in Orangeville
By Brian Lockhart Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in North America with leagues springing up and tournaments becoming a very popular past-time. ...
Orangeville U13BB Tigers win gold in Brampton tournament
By Brian Lockhart The Orangeville Tigers U13BB team came home with a gold medal after competing in the Brampton Canadettes 55th Annual Easter Tournament held ...
Junior C Divisions finals finish this week
Sixteen teams battling for championships By Brian Lockhart Junior C divisional playoffs will wrap up this week with eight teams winning across the province. Sixteen ...
Local residents compete in the 95 km long Vasaloppet cross-country ski race in Sweden
By Brian Lockhart Two local residents travelled to Sweden in early March to participate in the 100th edition of the Vasaloppet cross-country ski race. John ...
Huge fight coming up for Orangeville’s Josh Wagner in April
By Brian Lockhart Local boxer Josh Wagner will be back in the ring for an IBF International Welterweight title fight in Toronto on April 27. ...
