Enhanced paramedic care in slow lane   
Posted 34 days ago
Patients in Simcoe County could be treated by enhanced paramedic care with what could basically be described as an emergency room on wheels. But if and when the county becomes one of the last municipalities in southern Ontario to adopt advanced care paramedics (ACPs) is anyone's guess. [more]

Here’s a map for your kitchen   
Posted 34 days ago
The Town of Innisfil is planning to participate in the Simcoe County Farm Fresh Paper Guide Map for 2010, listing local farms/growers, farmers' markets, restaurants and caterers which are members of Simcoe County Farm Fresh Marketing Association. [more]

Winterfest is back in town?February 19 - 21   
Posted 34 days ago
Winterfest returns to the Town of Innisfil from February 19-21 thanks to the Innisfil Community Events Corp. Most of the events take place out-of-doors at Innisfil Beach Park where admission is free all weekend long. [more]

EA?completed for new water supply   
Posted 34 days ago
The Environmental Assessment for a new water supply for the Golf Haven subdivision has been completed. On January 27, Innisfil Town Council accepted the preferred solution: connection to the Bradford West Gwillimbury-Innisfil water pipeline, and use of the John Fennell Reservoir. [more]

‘Cadillac’ of No Frills stores opens in Innisfil   
Posted 34 days ago
"We call this the our "Cadillac of Stores." No Frills Vice President of Operations, Al Tornatore was speaking at the Grand Opening of the new John's No Frills in Alcona on January 29, a gleaming white building with bright yellow signage, at the corner of Innisfil Beach Rd. [more]

Information meeting crowd on Leslie?St. extension’s EA thinned by storm   
Posted 34 days ago
The Public Information Centre for the Leslie St. Extension's Environmental Assessment was originally scheduled for January 28. But howling winds, blowing snow and treacherous driving conditions resulted in a disappointing turnout, and a decision to reschedule the Information Centre. [more]

Local?Liberal MPP hints at aid for CAS   
Posted 34 days ago
Barrie MPP Aileen Carroll hinted Monday at a possible solution to lift the cash-strapped Simcoe County Children's Aid Society out of the red. And sooner, rather than later. "I'm hoping we see some action on this prior to Feb. [more]

Blast the chills away with chili   
Posted 34 days ago
Get your best recipe and start cookin'. The Thornton Lions are looking for the best recipe with their Community Chili Challenge on Saturday March 6 at the Lions Hall from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. [more]

Pogey at OLG Slots at Georgian Downs   
Posted 34 days ago
What can be more fun than Pogey??Pogey at the track of course. Pogey will be at the OLG slots at Georgian Downs on Wednesday, March 17 beginning at 8:30 p.m. That's St. Patrick's Day, in case you need an excuse to go out on a work night. [more]

Robinson drafted   
Posted 34 days ago
(STAFF) -- Josh Robinson has helped the Innisfil Wolfpack break new ground. Robinson was recently drafted to the Mississauga Tomahawks in the first round of the recent Ontario Lacrosse Association Jr. [more]

Forklift hazards blitzed with safety strategy   
Posted 34 days ago
(STAFF) — A province wide enforcement blitz will target forklift hazards this month. [more]

Public school Kindergarten registration now open   
Posted 34 days ago
Registration for Kindergarten began on February 1, 2010, in all Simcoe County public schools. The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) has produced a short video to help parents and children enjoy a positive and successful transition into the Kindergarten years. [more]

OPPA helps Haiti   
Posted 34 days ago
Members of the Barrie-based Ontario Provincial Police Association have donated $10,000 to the Red Cross to help earthquake-ravaged Haiti. [more]

Police news   
Posted 34 days ago
Putting up the brotherly gloves INNISFIL — South Simcoe Police were called to an Innisfil residence around 6 p.m. on Friday about a family dispute between two adult brothers. [more]

Community events   
Posted 34 days ago
Pie, pie, pie - you know you want some Home made apple pies, made lovingly by the hands of the ladies (and gents) of Lefroy United Church, are available now. [more]

Harper’s next fight could be with old ‘Firewall’ buddy   
Posted 34 days ago
Prime Minister Stephen Harper is never one to shy away from a political fight. But his next big opponent isn't likely to be one of the federal rivals. Ironically, it's one of his closest political allies. [more]