April 2020 Archive

Headwaters Arts goes virtual with release of ‘Inspired by…!”

Written By MARNI WALSH The non-profit organization, Headwaters Arts re-opened its most recent show, ‘Inspired by…!’ as a Virtual Gallery Tour online on April 16.  ...

One good turn deserves another as community rallies behind OFB

Written By MARNI WALSH The Executive Director of Orangeville Food Bank (OFB), Heather Hayes, told the Free Press this week, that community support during the ...

Dufferin Oaks taking a ‘long-term approach’ in addressing ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Written By JAMES MATTHEWS Dufferin Oaks staff and residents are undergoing arduous COVID-19 testing at the county-run facility. Brenda Wagner, the administrator at Dufferin Oaks ...

Jr. A Northmen keeping active despite shutdown, switch to solo physical training

Written By BRIAN LOCKHART For lacrosse players heading into their final season of Junior A competition, best case scenario would mean a late start to ...

Time to consider alternative ideas to replace summer sports

Written By BRIAN LOCKHART It may be time to start considering some alternative activities for your children this summer. If your kids usually sign up ...

Is second term for Trump inevitable?

EDITORIAL AS MATTERS STAND, two things appear to be inevitable: former U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden’s nomination as the Democratic party’s presidential candidate and his loss ...

Giving back

By BRIAN LOCKHART There won’t be any tasty ribs at the Orangeville Ribfest this summer. The Rotary Club of Orangeville has announced that due to ...

County offering financial support for local agencies during pandemic

Written By MIKE BAKER The County of Dufferin is asking for public feedback as it looks for ways to assist community service organizations during the ...

Shelburne Public Library News

During our Closure I know we are all finding this period of our life a challenge. At the same time,  there are lots of opportunities ...

MP Kyle Seeback wants internet providers to waive overcharge fees for rural residents

Written By ALYSSA PARKHILL “I am calling on Bell Canada, Rogers, TELUS and all internet service providers to stop data overcharges in rural communities during ...

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