Headliners - May 15, 2013
Cookstown on its way to becoming a Heritage District
There’s a reason why Cookstown is dubbed as the “coziest corner in Innisfil”, there’s a certain vibe to the town. The heritage buildings throughout the area provide a vintage appearance, highlighting Cookstown’s history. Innisfil’s increasing population has caused steady development, ...
Celebrating nine years of fabulous art
Art Unique Gallery and Gifts in Cookstown celebrated its 9th Anniversary last Friday, welcoming out a number of local artists who have work on display ...
Costing process continues with joint OPP proposal for Innisfil and BWG
The ongoing process of police costing continued last week as both Innisfil and Bradford West Gwillimbury (BWG) councils received an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) presentation ...
Innisfil resident taps into local history with postcard collection
That moment when something takes you back to your childhood is always special and the many who attended the latest Innisfil Historical Society meeting certainly ...
Cookstown Tanger Outlet Centre set for expansion
In December 2011 Tanger Outlet Centers (Tanger) partnered with RioCan real estate investment trust (RioCan), in attempt to expand its business into Canada. The joint ...
Music Monday makes its mark on Innisfil – Sunnybrae P.S. on board
Whether you’re a child, teenager, or adult, music has always been a part of your life. It’s there for you when you’re happy, sad, or ...
Innisfil Hydro reduces residential rates
The Ontario Energy Board approved Innisfil Hydro’s rate application. For a typical residential customer, Innisfil Hydro has decreased its part of a residential bill for ...
Police Week: Walk the Digital Beat – safely
During Police Week this year, the OPP would like to remind everyone that crime prevention in communities across Ontario takes the leadership of many to ...
Goodfellow student bake sale has a global impact
There have been many children who have made a difference in their community, and in certain situations their country as well. Ms. Enwright’s Grade 4 ...
Council receives South Simcoe Police costing proposal
Council continued its busy month on Wednesday as it received the South Simcoe Police (SSP) costing proposal, for its continued service throughout the Town of ...
The Canada Job Grant – delivering change for the better
York-Simcoe residents, like most Canadians, are known for their work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. These strengths have helped our community and Canada to weather the ...
More News
Winners selected for 1st ‘Cookstown Coziest Chair’ contest
17 submissions were received in the 1st Annual ‘Cookstown’s Coziest Chair’ contest. The submission were judged Tuesday by Innisfil Mayor Barb Baguley and Councillor Doug ...
Township spends almost $9K to replace library roof
Essa township’s old library is getting a new roof. Township council awarded a tender to Canadian Roof Management last week to replace the shingles on ...
Mayor welcomes you to attend upcoming Innisfil events
Summer is just around the corner and there is lots of exciting things happening in Innisfil. The Farmers’ Market will back on Thursday, June 20 ...
You’re Not Alone
Schools all over Simcoe County teamed up with New Path Youth and Family Services to create awareness for Children’s Mental Health last week. Cookstown Central ...
Shaking up the fitness industry
T-Zone Vibration Health & Technology in Alcona celebrated it’s 6th Month Anniversary on Wednesday, inviting those to come in and take a peak, have some ...
Walking for a cause at Alcona Glen
Cassie, 13, and Megan, 14, show their support for the fight against mental health during the children’s mental health week. Alcona Glen Elementary School held ...
Lake Simcoe to benefit from Creeks campaign
Despite the cool weather, many Barrie residents came out to plant trees and enjoy eco-activities at Sunnidale Park this past Saturday. The tree planting event, ...
New Service Partnerships Benefit Property Owners
The Town of Innisfil is launching a new partnership service with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA). This partnership gives both organizations the opportunity ...
Cruise Fest
The weather wasn’t beautiful, but the cars sure were at the Innisfil Beach Cruise Fest in Stroud on Saturday. The show featured roughly 200 cars ...
Churchill News
I hope that everyone had a fantastic Mother’s Day on the 12th. It was cold with the weather running the gamut from snow and sleet ...
Sports
Innisfil Soccer Club prepares for a new season
Soccer isn’t just the world’s most popular sport, but it is also rapidly becoming one of the most popular in Innisfil. The Innisfil Soccer Club ...
Di Leo lives life in the fast lane
At 18 years old, Innisfil resident Matthew Di Leo is doing something a lot of people his age only dream of – driving cars really ...
First Stroud Scouting Group Fundraiser A Success
On Saturday April 20th, the Stroud Curling Club was a buzz of activity as the First Stroud Scouting Group held its fourth annual “Escape to ...
Sunset Speedway to host iRally for cancer
An event that is growing in popularity each year is quickly approaching and looking for participants to register. On June 8, the third annual iRally ...
New sponsors announced for Mayor’s Golf Tournament
Innisfil Mayor Barb Baguley has announced Coldwell Banker, The Real Estate Centre, The Cortel Group and Lormel Homes Ltd. as major sponsors of the Mayor’s ...