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Seniors provided with living options Whether it is at Villa Beausejour at Falher (above), or…
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Donnelly, McLennan voters heading to the polls Chris CleggSouth Peace News Byelections are needed in two Smoky…
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CANADA WIDE COMMUNTY NEWS – MORE BELOW

‘No confidence’ in EDCNS from North Simcoe council heads

Discussion around funding the EDCNS (Economic Development Corporation of North Simcoe), and specifically their desire to cut funding to the shared four-municipality partner and save ratepayers some money, left some on Penetanguishene council with a… [... Read More ]

Petrolia/Enniskillen fire agreement questioned

Enniskillen may spend 10 per cent more on fire protection in 2023. But at least one municipal councillor says the township is paying more than its fair share for the Petrolia/North Enniskillen department. Council reviewed… [... Read More ]

Hastings Snowshoe Hustle sets hearts and feet racing

The snow was flying and people’s spirits were soaring at the Hastings Snowshoe Hustle at Cedar Ridge Camp in McArthurs Mills on March 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organized by Hastings Destination Trails… [... Read More ]

Labour Shortage, or Bad Jobs?

The B.C. government is offering the first look at parts of a $460-million plan to plug a growing labour gap as employers struggle to fill jobs. The province has budgeted $126 million in the next… [... Read More ]

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