Province backs down on amalgamation

Province backs down on amalgamation

Municipal officials say they are pleased by the news that the province will not force amalgamation on municipalities. Following a municipal government review, the Government of Ontario has said it stands firm in its commitment to partnering with municipalities without...

Ken Thornton, living the dream

Ken Thornton loved life and he lived it to the fullest. The beloved member of the Creemore community died Oct. 28 at the age of 101. He had moved last year to be closer to his family but it wasn’t that long ago that he could be seen making the rounds through the...
Terry Dowdall, new MP for Simcoe-Grey

Terry Dowdall, new MP for Simcoe-Grey

Simcoe-Grey will be represented on Parliament Hill by Conservative Terry Dowdall. Nationally, Canadians voted in a Liberal minority government but remained true blue locally. “I am honoured to represent Simcoe-Grey and I look forward to working for those who voted for...
Former community members seek support

Former community members seek support

Christine MacLean received the shock of her life this June when she was diagnosed with cancer; Stage 4 adenocarcinoma at her gastroesophageal junction. The family of the former community member and psychotherapist is hoping for contributions to an online fundraiser....
Move marks last of original 8th Concession farmers

Move marks last of original 8th Concession farmers

Maureen McLeod is leaving Northslope Farm, on the 8th Line of the former Nottawasaga Township. “I’m the last of the Mohicans,” she said from her easy chair by the kitchen window, emptied cabinets behind her, as she prepared for the moving truck to come in a few days....
Creemore kid made a name for himself in Stayner

Creemore kid made a name for himself in Stayner

The community is celebrating the life of Stan Nixon. The respected and well-known entrepreneur owned and operated a car dealership, Stan Nixon Motors, for more than 50 years. The Stayner business closed in 2008. Nixon grew up in Creemore, where his parents ran an egg...