Category: Canada

Free Christmas skate at TD Civic Centre

Brantford city councillors Michael Sullivan and Mandy Samwell organized the 2nd annual Free Christmas Skate on Sunday, December 21 at the TD Civic Centre. Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free hot chocolate and draw prizes were offered, with food donations accepted for the BL Pantry.

Numerous dead crows widely scattered near roosting spot in Chatham

Numerous dead crows were scattered about in wide area along the Thames River in Chatham Sunday near where thousands of the birds roost during the winter. Clusters of dead crows were located in a green space near the rear of the Village of the Thames retirement home on Grand Avenue West. The dead birds were […]

Announcement a “cynical ploy” to detract from province’s failure to fund North Bay health centre

The province’s recent $15 million announcement is “a cynical ploy to detract from this government’s failure to fund our hospitals properly,” according to the hospital union. Canadian Union of Public Employees said the news is simply a “re-announcement.” “Minister Vic Fedeli simply re-announced funding already accounted for in the North Bay hospital’s budget. It does […]

Callander Deputy Mayor responds to taxpayers’ concerns

Callander Deputy Mayor Jordy Carr responded to the public’s requests for answers after learning the mayor and councillor resigned Friday. “We understand that many people were surprised by yesterday’s announcements and have questions,” she posted on her personal social media page. “At this time, the municipality is following its legal obligations and established governance processes. […]