Clearview considers removing zoning requirements for B&Bs

There was no opposition to a staff driven initiative to allow bed-and-breakfasts as a permitted use in residential zones at a public meeting on March 5. The zoning amendment, if passed, would allow people to operate B&Bs in their homes without getting a specific...

Romance scam, emotionally devastating

Many hearts are broken in the quest for love, leaving some people financially wounded. Romance scams cause victims severe financial loss and, due to the emotional impact and personal embarrassment, these crimes are not reported to police. Members of the Ontario...

Clearview to get new websites

Clearview council has settled on a designer for the township’s new websites. BC based UpAnUp Studios has won a contract to develop and implement a new corporate website and a microsite for tourism, recreation and lifestyle information. The cost of the new website came...

Forum replaces hospital mayoral representation

Collingwood General and Marine Hospital and its five municipalities – Collingwood, Clearview, Grey Highlands, The Blue Mountains and Wasaga Beach – are in the process of transitioning its mayorsʼ forum to a municipal forum, as the hospital, following best practice...

Lost dog found shot in rural Clearview

It is believed a pet dog was baited and shot recently in Clearview. Hercules, a 10-pound Pomeranian, escaped from a home on Centre Line Road Feb. 17. His owners were visiting the home of Shannon Eddy and Shawn Kane when the dog slipped through the door. Eddy said they...

New EarlyON centres running in Creemore, Stayner

Parents with preschool children now have more access to local programs through the creation of EarlyON Child and Family Centres. Parents at the drop-in centre in Creemore are taking advantage of the opportunity for early learning and socialization. They say their...