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 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 3 Jan 2007, p. 6     While 2006 may well be remembered for its unusual, often turbulent weather, a gaze into the crystal ball indicates 2007 may bring more winds of change-- those of the political variety. Having just enjoyed (endured?) a year that featured two elections--a federal one last January and the municipal ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 5 Jan 2007, p. 6     Some thoughts on current events from the past week: Where's winter?: While the unusually mild winter has many "environmentalists" predicting the beginning of the end of civilization as we know it, we're more inclined to agree with Environment Canada senior climatologist David Phillips who suggests ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 9 Feb 2007, p. 23     The Peel/Halton Hills Chapter of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario has set a goal to raise over $175,000 during its door-to-door campaign, running now until February 28. "We are thrilled to launch Heart Month 2007in Halton Hills," said Heart and Stroke area manager Shawn Keba. "Whether ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 28 Feb 2007, p. 6     Is your child a cyber-bully or the member of a fight club? Or perhaps he/she is the victim of this technologydriven, sick form of entertainment among some of today's youth. While we think it's great news that Halton Police are teaming up with the region's two publicly-funded school boards to …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 28 Feb 2007, p. 12     The annual World Day of Prayer will be held Friday, March 2 at St. Alban the Martyr Anglican Church, 537 Main Street, Glen Williams, 7 p.m. or at Norval Presbyterian Church, 9:30 a.m. coffee, 10 a.m. service. The World Day of Prayer, sponsored by the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada, …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 23 Feb 2007, p. 6     What do Laura Crawford, Heather MacKinnon and Noah MacDonald have in common? They are all outstanding, community-minded citizens who were recently nominated for 2006 Ontario Junior Citizen of the Year Awards. Residents can be proud of these three youngsters for achieving a level of community ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 23 Mar 2007, p. 6     his week local residents managed to see the best of their fellow citizens and, unfortunately, the worst. In today's paper we highlight the achievements of both the Georgetown and Acton Citizens of the Year. Louise Brown, Georgetown's recipient, is a shining example of selflessness. The longtime ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 21 Mar 2007, p. 6     Monday's budget announcement saw Jim Flaherty put on a demonstration that would have made the most adept tightrope walker proud. As the finance minister dangled the carrot of increased federal spending, tax cuts and debt reduction in front of his political opponents, Gilles Duceppe of the Bloc ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 28 Mar 2007, p. 6     We wonder how many trustees at the Halton Catholic District School Board might consider taking back last June's decision not to participate in a four-partner, joint Halton Regional Campus. Today the Catholic school board finds itself in a struggle to replace outdated administrative buildings that ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 30 Mar 2007, p. 5     The Georgetown Fireflies Camping Club is inviting the public to join its non-profit organization. The Georgetown Fireflies, a chapter of the Canadian Family Camping Federation (CFCF), has been enjoying weekend camping in Ontario for over 35 years. Members camp in trailers, motor homes, fifth ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 30 Mar 2007, p. 6     Every day in Ontario millions of lottery tickets are purchased by customers with the clear understanding they are taking part in a game of chance and that the odds are stacked against them. However, those players also hand over their money with the belief the lotteries are being run fairly. …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 4 Apr 2007, p. 6     Failure to attain a quorum for a recent special meeting is the latest indication of a widening rift among trustees of the Halton Catholic District School Board. Director of Education Lou Piovesan said last week's failure to meet quorum marked the first time in his 25 years the board couldn't …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 11 Apr 2007, p. 6     As defining moments go, Vimy Ridge is arguably Canada's turning point as a nation. Only 50 years young as an independent country in 1917, the battle at Vimy was Canada's coming out as a nation. The 30,000 Canadian soldiers who scored a stunning military victory over the Germans-- where British …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 6 Apr 2007, p. 6     When it comes to discussion-- virtually any discussion-- involving Dufferin Aggregates there are usually dichotomous views on the local quarry operation. One opinion held is that the company is slowly, but surely, destroying the beauty and vitality of the Niagara Escarpment in the firm's bid to ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 6 Apr 2007, p. 11     Swim off some of that Easter chocolate at a special holiday leisure swim being offered on Monday, April 9, by the Town of Halton Hills Recreation & Parks at the Gellert Community Centre in Georgetown and the Acton Indoor Pool, 2 to 3 p.m. Regular admission fees apply....

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 13 Apr 2007, p. 6     Going for a leisurely walk is something most of us take for granted. It's as natural as waking up, getting dressed and strolling down the hall and into the kitchen for breakfast. These same routine activities can become insurmountable tasks for anyone stricken with multiple sclerosis. In its ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 2 Feb 2007, p. 6     So, when it was all said and done, the nitpicking concluded and the haggling completed by local councillors, you-- the Halton Hills homeowner-- will be paying roughly $50 more this year on your property tax bill for Town services. Surely, you didn't think you'd be paying less. We've said it …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 24 Jan 2007, p. 6     A report released last week from the American Cancer Society offered some encouraging news on the war-on-cancer front. In comparing the number of cancer-related deaths between 2004 and 2003, officials found a drop of more than 3,000 deaths in 2004 from the previous year. That marked the second year ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 26 Jan 2007, p. 6     "The squeaky wheel gets greased." "There is strength in numbers." Both of the above axioms apply to Halton Region's bid to get the provincial government to stand up and take notice of the Region's displeasure with the current GTA pooling formula. After sending previous letters and resolutions to ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 9 Feb 2007, p. 6     "Cold enough for you?" We're sure Halton Hills residents (and most of those in Ontario) have been hearing that question a lot in the past couple weeks as we've suffered (enjoyed?) a spate of cold weather that would make an Antarctic penguin happy. While the frigid weather has certainly been …