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 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 3 Mar 2006, p. 6     There is much to be said about keeping government out of an individual's personal affairs and also about the lack of respect many have for history. But, there is also a valid argument to the point that an individual's right to raise a fist stops at another person's nose. Consider …

 Tallyn, Lisa, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 21 Jun 2006, p. 3     The Acton Sports Action Park (ASAP) Committee turned over a cheque for $100,000 to the Town of Halton Hills last week. The money was raised by the committee over the past eight months for the 3 Musketears Skateboard Park to be built in Acton later this year. "The support came …

 Gamble, Cynthia, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 8 Feb 2006, p. 3     A last-minute windfall from the provincial government has dropped the 2006 tax hike from 5.1 per cent to 4.7 per cent. Halton Hills council approved the 2006 operating and capital budget and capital forecast at Monday's meeting. Late last week, the Town received word from the provincial government, ...

 Burrows, Sarah, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 11 Jan 2006, p. 18     Winter is barely a month old and already we are thinking about this fall and the arrival of our future class of those students currently in Grade 8! For the past several weeks, staff, students and parent council members have been preparing for a special Grade 8 Open House to …

 Gamble, Cynthia, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 8 Feb 2006, p. 3     A last-minute windfall from the provincial government has dropped the 2006 tax hike from 5.1 per cent to 4.7 per cent. Halton Hills council approved the 2006 operating and capital budget and capital forecast at Monday's meeting. Late last week, the Town received word from the provincial government, ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 7 Jun 2006, p. 16     In a swap of show styles, the Williams Mill Gallery in Glen Williams is holding an eclectic, wall-to-wall and floor to ceiling show of original art, reminiscent of the Parisian salons of the 1930s. An "eye full" of 2D art in every size, style, and price by established and emerging …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 14 Jun 2006, p. 13     This Saturday, downtown Acton will be a hub of activity for the annual A Taste Of Acton, 12-4 p.m. The first two blocks of Mill Street will be closed to traffic but there will be lots of off street parking available. There will be a classic car show from 12-4 …

 Tallyn, Lisa; Gamle, Cynthia, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 16 Aug 2006, p. 3     Heritage designation put on hold Barber Mill meetings to continue LISA TALLYN and CYNTHIA GAMBLE Staff Writers Summer meetings between the Town, developer and residents pushed a final decision on the heritage designation of the Barber Mill property in north Georgetown to the September 5 council ...

 Tallyn, Lisa, Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 6 Dec 2006, 1, 4     After more than a year of waiting for a verdict, the provincial cabinet has given Dufferin Aggregates' Milton quarry expansion the green light. On Friday, the Province dismissed an appeal filed by two environmental groups and three residents opposed to the application, meaning the 83-hectare ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 13 Dec 2006, p. 6     With the fast-paced lifestyle many of us lead, forgetfulness and fatigue can be a deadly combination that can turn special times into tragedies. This is especially true during the holiday season, when many people find themselves burning the proverbial candle at both ends in preparation for sharing ...

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 15 Dec 2006, p. 6     There are some things in life that are just plain wrong, no matter how anyone tries to justify them: · Paris Hilton's attempt at being a legitimate actress/singer. · Sylvester Stallone trying to fleece the movie-going public with one more attempt at a Rocky film. · Ontario MPPs giving themselves …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 21 Dec 2006, p. 6     Dear Santa, With the hours ticking down to Christmas Day we thought we'd send you a last-minute wish list for some newsmakers from the past year. Some have been naughty; some have been nice. We'll leave it to you to decide which is which. A drawing board for Prime Minister …

 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), 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), 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), 16 Mar 2007, p. 6     Ontarians, specifically those in the Greater Toronto Area, are getting their first up-close look at Liberal Leader Stéphane Dion in action this week as the Grits' boss tours the area in what could be an election practice run. Dion, who will spend the next few days in the area-- including …

 Independent & Free Press (Georgetown, ON), 7 Mar 2007, p. 6     Monday's horrific accident on Trafalgar Road serves as a stark reminder that tragedy can strike anywhere, anytime and without warning. What began as a typically cold late winter morning, turned into a day of despair for several families and undoubtedly changed the lives of many in an instant. In ...