Local papers vital to democracy: Doolittle

“If you want someone watching city hall, the board of education and the police service, buy a subscription to your local paper. You’re not buying a product, you are investing in democracy.” That’s the advice of Robyn Doolittle, the acclaimed investigative journalist...

2020 budget carries 3.37% increase

Clearview taxpayers had an opportunity to comment on the proposed 2020 township budget at a public meeting on Dec. 9. Clearview Treasurer Kelly McDonald outlined plans for capital and operating budgets which have been in development since September. The proposed 2020...

Clearview council news

EarlyOn Centre requests reduced rent Clearview Township staff has been asked to weigh in on a request from E-3 Community Services for reduced rent on space in the Stayner Community Centre. E3 spokesman Peter Doner made the request in a presentation to council Monday...

Creemore bus, “use it or lose it”

Residents are being asked for feedback on the Creemore to Stayner Route launched by Clearview transit in October. The new route is a pilot project, with Mayor Doug Measures saying this is a “use it or lose it” proposition. Councillor Thom Paterson told council that...

Health Unit wants enhanced smoking ban

Is a totally smoke-free Clearview township feasible? Perhaps not, but local government has a vital role to play in reshaping social norms to reduce death and disease, according to Cindy Baker-Barill, manager of the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit’s (SMDHU) Smoke...

Power outage postpones concert

The popular Treblemakers Community Choir concert planned for Dec. 6 was interrupted by a power outage caused by a blown transformer. According to member Kate Fleming, 56 Treblemaker choristers, four musicians and conductor Penelope Dale were happily rehearsing for the...