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Woodstock mayor returns to public eye, remains silent on sex charges
Woodstock Mayor Trevor Birtch chaired his first city council meeting Thursday since three criminal charges— including sex assault with choking – were made public, leaving those calling for him to take a leave of absence from his political role disappointed. “It was my hope for a statement today saying he is taking a leave of […]
UPDATE: Poor weather conditions close portion of Hwy. 402
Lambton OPP were forced to close a portion of Highway 402 eastbound late Thursday afternoon due to poor weather conditions.
COVID update: Family Day advice, a new death, restrictions ease
Anticipating Family Day gatherings this long weekend, the Grey-Bruce medical officer of health is asking people not to let their guard down just yet. Dr. Ian Arra noted the provincial government’s accelerated easing of public health precautions took effect Thursday and people are “itching to gather this weekend and get back to normal.” In a […]
Paid parking likely to only affect Memorial Park in Meaford again this year
Meaford may swerve away from plans proposed late last year to expand paid parking in the municipality for tourists and non-residents. Council planned to expand its paid parking program this year to David Johnston Park and the harbour after a pilot program last summer at Memorial Park generated just over $15,000. However, at Monday’s committee […]
Ontario announces plans to resume EQAO testing, continue remote learning options
The province has released details about a learning plan for schools to follow over the next year which includes resuming standardized testing, and continued virtual learning opportunities.