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From airwaves to farewells: Jim Anderson leaves Georgina Rogers tv
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Jim Anderson, Station Manager at Rogers tv, has just wrapped up his 38-year-long career in broadcasting. Several years ago, he created a show called 'That's My Story.' Now, the time has come for him to share his own story. It all began in Richmond Hill, where a young Jim would gaze at the TV tower from his bedroom window...
The annual Hawkins Halloween Haunt Food/Toy Drive is back
By Michelle Poirier Every year Laurie Carriere and her family decorate their home on Hawkins Street with some fun displays to entertain the community over the holidays, and they ask for donations in return. The annual Hawkins Halloween Haunt For Hunger runs until October 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. nightly, weather permitting, at 9 Hawkins Street in Sutton. You can...
Georgina’s Pride Day Event Returns to the ROC
By Angie Sullivan Georgina’s sixth annual Pride Day event, All Pride No Prejudice, is set to rock The ROC on Saturday, June 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. This family friendly event, hosted by the Georgina Pride Optimist Club, promises inclusive fun, the annual Pride Ride parade, vendors, the Haus of Devereaux drag show, and a BBQ. Kids can enjoy...
Volunteer firefighters show off their skills at Georgina Fire’s Open House
By Mike Anderson The annual Georgina Fire Department Open House at the Sutton Fire Hall drew more than 600 people on Saturday. Residents enjoyed a free BBQ, kids activities, and a thrilling firefighter relay race. But in addition to the fun and games, there was also an opportunity to learn about fire prevention and public safety. This year's theme was "Smoke Alarms: Make...
Sutton Christmas Bird Count records 57 species
By Paul and Debra Harpley The 35th annual Sutton Christmas Bird Count was held on Tuesday, December 28, with a total of 52 observers tallying 10,295 individual birds of 57 species. The count area included Georgina, East Gwillimbury, northwest Uxbridge districts, and part of south-east Simcoe County. In 2020, the Sutton count was condensed to local birders and feeder watchers, as the ...
Local businesses hopeful for Shop Local Georgina Day
By: Michelle Poirier From this year on, June 11 will officially be known as Shop Local Georgina Day, and local businesses are happy about it. The Shop Local Georgina campaign, developed by the Georgina Chamber of Commerce, was unanimously approved by Mayor Margaret Quirk and Georgina Council, at the virtual council meeting held on May 27. The launch date...
Keswick teen delivers Christmas cheer
By: Michelle Poirier Christmas is shortly upon us, and one Keswick teen is doing her best to spread the holiday cheer to those who might be struggling this year. Piper Maggiacomo, 15, has taken it upon herself to create stockings for those in Georgina who are in need of a little extra help. Her desire to help others was prompted by watching...
Waabgon Gamig First Nation School wins trophy for summer reading program
By Michelle Poirier Students attending Waabgon Gamig First Nation School on Georgina Island won the Georgina Public Library's coveted Top School Trophy for the 2021 TD Summer Reading Club. The school achieved a participation rate of 100 per cent, which broke the Georgina Public Library’s record for the summer reading program. “Reading over the summer months is important for helping children to...
Festival of Lights: The magic of the winter season
By Ewa Chwojko-Srawley Festive lights bring joy and holiday spirit to us all. They symbolize victory over darkness, brightening long winter nights and warming our hearts. To catch the festive spirit come to the Civic Centre grounds and embark on a spectacular journey through an enchanted world, know as the Georgina Festival of Lights. “This year the lights cover more...
Georgina Farmers’ Market opens for its ninth season
By Mike Anderson The Georgina Farmers' Market, which opened for its ninth season on Sunday, May 19, keeps getting bigger and better, with new vendors, kids' activities, live music, and more good food. This year's market features nearly 40 vendors, including a new artisanal sourdough baker, an Italian cafe, and a cider-tasting bar. Natalia Zammitti, a local realtor who started the market...
