Mike Anderson
2020 Budget: Council hikes property taxes 3.94 per cent. Water rates...
By: Mike Anderson
Despite several councillors professing their dislike for higher taxes, it didn’t stop them from approving Georgina’s 2020 budget on December 4, which...
Volunteer Awards: Georgina celebrates the spirit of giving
By: Ewa Chwojko-Srawley
"You have two hands, one to help yourself, the second to help others," remarked Regional Councillor Rob Grossi, presenting a Volunteer Award...
No danger to public safety after CN freight train derails in...
A CN freight train derailed this morning at approximately 6.45 am in Pefferlaw, Ontario, between Weir's Side Rd and Foresty Dr.
Three CN tank...
Heritage designation comes too late to save Coolmere Lodge from demolition
By: Mike Anderson
Although the town's heritage committee was recommending that Willow Beach's historic Coolmere Lodge be preserved, council took no action to save the...
Ford, Moe and Higgs to announce deal on development of small...
TORONTO — Three of Canada’s premiers will announce Sunday a plan to fight climate change by working together on small nuclear reactors, a company that’s developing...
Georgina avoids dark streets for the holidays. But the cost would...
By: Mike Anderson
It was a nip and tuck affair, but the town will have new LED holiday decorations up in time for Christmas after...
Editorial: It takes a village to build a clinic
By: Mike Anderson
It’s been nearly two years since the medical clinic on Dalton Rd. burned down, and there hasn’t been much progress made to...
GCHCC AGM: Residents demand medical clinic be rebuilt
By: Mike Anderson
Although most not-for-profit AGMs are usually sedate affairs, the Georgina Community Health Care Council AGM was anything but.
Held at the LINK...
Georgina’s rural internet speeds are below CRTC minimum: Is YorkNet the...
By: Mike Anderson
It's been called "the fourth utility," and is an essential service for most Canadians. But if you live in a rural area...
Rosie’s Barber Shop To Close Christmas Eve
By: Mike Anderson
After 31 years of barbering, Rosemary Zammit is hanging up her hair-cutting shears, barber combs and hairdryer for good.
Affectionately known...
