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News February 28, 2007
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Bolton merchants discuss Web site, radio station
By ALAN LICZYK Staff Reporter
      The preparation of a merchants list, the development of a ShopBolton.ca Web site and the launch of Caledon radio station FM 101.5 were among the topics of discussion at last Monday's meeting of the Bolton Merchants Association held at Chef Talk Bistro.
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GREAT PANCAKE RACE
     The second annual Great Caledon East Pancake Race was held on ShroveTuesday. It started at Trailside Bistro and finished at St. James AnglicanChurch where a pancake supper was held. This year's racers included (l to r)Robin McLeod, Kate Bilton, Dana McLeod and Danielle Milik, all from Caledon ...
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Services assumed
      Caledon council recently assumed the municipal services in the Jetron Holdings subdivision in Bolton. The subdivision is an 81-lot residential development located west of Station Road and north of Ellwood Drive West. It includes Country Stroll Crescent, Pineview Crescent and a section of Wakely Bo...
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Rezoning is approved
      Caledon council recently granted a rezoning to Coleraine Holdings Ltd. for 13115, 13129 and 13153 Coleraine Dr., north of Healey Road, in Bolton. The property will be rezoned prestige industrial exception 421 from rural residential and prestige industrial 310 in order to develop the property for i...
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Bolton movie theatre to open in early summer
By ALAN LICZYK Staff Reporter
      The movie theatre currently under construction in south Bolton is expected to be open by early summer. Dean Leland, vice-president of marketing with Empire Theatres Ltd., told the Citizen the steel is up and construction is progressing. He acknowledged they are a little behind schedule.
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Zonta Club holds forum on trafficking
      Human trafficking is the third most lucrative activity of organized crime groups following trafficking of arms and drugs. The UN estimates that up to one million people are trafficked throughout the world each year; most of the victims are women and children.
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PANCAKE TUESDAY AT PJP
     Continuing a standing-tradition at Pope John Paul II School, the male staff cooked a wonderful breakfast for their female counterparts Shrove Tuesday. The
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Welcome March at the Caledon seniors' centre
By Lloyd Bittle
      Retiring? Retired? Our Seniors' Centre tip of the month to all 55+ "upteens." "Think young and positive, be willing to accept new ideas and share your knowledge and experience with others." We can help you bridge the gap and plan a happy, successful retirement.
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Agricultural appointments
      Constituents Robert Brander, Rick Debattista, John Kidd, Hugh Metcalfe, Jim Moore, Councillor Nick deBoer and Councillor Gord McClure were recently appointed by Caledon council to the Caledon agricultural advisory committee for the 2006-10 term of council. One planning employee and one public works...
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'Intrusive' legislation is deemed unfair
A call for fairness!
      The Peel-Halton Landowners Association [PHLA] is a group of rural land owners in the Regions of Peel and Halton who are concerned with the recent deluge of intrusive legislative initiatives. Many pieces of legislation clearly place unfair and d i s p r o p o r t i o n a t e responsibility on rural ...
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Greens present Elizabeth May
      An evening with Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party of Canada, is planned for March 6 at the Orangeville Fairgrounds, starting at 7:15 p.m. The environment has recently been voted as the number one issue for Canadians. At 26% it beat out health care by a full 8%.
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Heritage foundation appointments
      Councillors Richard Paterak and Allan Thompson were recently appointed by Caledon council to the Caledon Heritage Foundation board of directors for the 2006-10 term of council.
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World Day of Prayer
      The people of Paraguay have written the service for the 2007 World Day of Prayer, on the theme "united under God's tent." Wars and a long dictatorship have taken their toll on Paraguay.
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Regional council meetings online
      Audio broadcasts of Peel regional council meetings have hit the airwaves. The first broadcast was made Feb. 8 over the Internet. Residents are invited to visit peelregion.ca/council to listen to the live streaming audio of regional council, general committee and statutory public meetings held in t...
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Home Show April 20-22
      The Caledon Home Show is taking place April 20, 21, 22. This is an excellent opportunity to present your business to the general public. Booths are more than 50% sold. Please call 905-857-7393 for information about reserving a space or visit them at www.caledonchamber.com.
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CALEDON STAMPEDE AT THE LIBRARY
      Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! March Break right around the corner and Caledon Public Library the place to be! That's right, little pardners, saddle on up and join in at any one of the seven branches for some rootin' tootin' fun!
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The next great honeymoon destinations
      If you are like most couples, you probably have done the all-inclusive resort beach thing already. It has its place, but at Travel My Way, we have lots of other ideas for your honeymoon as well! Why not consider some of these hot new honeymoon destinations.
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Garden Bridal Fashion Show March 2 and 3
      Join us at The Garden Bridal Fair March 2 and 3 at The Garden Banquet and Convention Centre in Brampton where all your bridal needs will be met in one convenient venue. The fashion show is presented by Sharona's Stylish Planning. An event for real women of stylish needs and presented by real women ...
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Looking for a unique idea?
      Want something different at your wedding, something that will set it apart from the rest? Why not release live butterflies on your special day. Local area companies will deliver hand raised butterflies the day before your wedding, with complete instructions.
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The importance of the other 'M' word in planning
      You're getting married. The big day is coming up and there's so much to organize. The reception, the wedding party, the guest list, the flowers, the food - the list is endless. You've discussed the wedding finances. You have a plan. You have a wedding budget, and you've nailed down how much you ca...
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Art that just happens to be you!
      Even the most "down-to-earth, zero makeup and zero fuss" kind of girl finds herself suddenly thinking about makeup before her wedding day. Your wedding day is coming up and you wonder if you should hire a makeup artist. You've found your dream dress and accessories to go with it. You spent months ...
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Carlson Wagonlit will help ou plan a wedding paradise
      At Carlson Wagonlit Travel in Bolton, they have a collection of ideas and information to help you plan your special romantic escape. More and more often couples are planning the wedding and honeymoon for the same place. Travel specialists refer to this as a destination wedding.
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Wedding day photo tips
      There are many things you can do to ensure your wedding day photos will go off without a hitch. The following tips come from Phil Steingard Studios. Check to see if there is another wedding the same day. If there is try to share the costs of the flowered wedding arch with the other bride.
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Millcroft hosts scotch lover's dinner
      Scotch lovers rejoice! Saturday, March 24, The Millcroft Inn & Spa will host its second ever Scotch Lover's Dinner. Building on the success of the inaugural event last November, which sold out, this event will feature a unique 5-course 'scotch-infused' dinner menu, with each course paired with a...
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Genticorum concert and dance March 3
      The Canadian Federation of University Women, Orangeville Chapter, is hosting a concert and country dance event Saturday, March 3 to raise funds for university scholarships for local young women from Caledon and Orangeville. This year's event is a concert and dance with the internationally renowned...
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AFTERNOON OF INDULGENCE
     Hospice Caledon held its Afternoon of Indulgence fund-raiser Saturday at the Albion Bolton Community Centre. The event included a raffle of about 70 prizes. Hospice Caledon volunteer Lucie Porter of Bolton sold many raffle tickets.
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OPP Report
Report 1-888-310-1122 Charges laid for carrying flick knives
      Caledon OPP Officers responded to 41 property damage and four personal injury collisions during the week of Feb. 12-18. High Miler of the Week Monday, Feb. 12, at approximately 7:34 a.m., a Caledon OPP officer observed a motor vehicle traveling at an extreme high rate of speed on Highway 10 ne...
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Thief makes off with vintage tractor parts
      AWildfield man has suffered a major setback, courtesy of a meticulous thief who stole several vintage parts from his 1950 Ford full-size tractor, parked in the backyard. The man, who preferred not to be named, said the lone culprit (judging from the footprints in the snow) stole the parts during t...
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International Women's Day event
Special guests at wellness fair
      March 8 is celebrated every year around the world as International Women's Day, recognizing the achievements of women in our community and across the globe. This International Women's Day, the Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse (PCAWA) is presenting an evening of inspirational speakers and perform...
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Speed limit is lowered
      Caledon council recently approved reducing the speed limit on Heritage Road to 60 kilometres per hour from 80 km-h from King Street to a point 0.6 kilometres south of King Street.
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Board's recruitment
      The Canadian Mental Health Association, Peel Branch is currently recruiting for its Board of Directors. Term to start at the AGM in June of 2007. They are looking for individuals committed to mental health as part of the broader healthcare system and interested in a policy governance board.
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Joint committee appointments
      Councillor Richard Paterak and and constituents Harvinder Bajwa, Glenn Barnes, William Goursky, Jim Hardman, Naz Husain, Jan Spry and Maureen Tymkow were recently appointed by Caledon council to the joint Peel-Caledon accessibility advisory committee for the 2006-10 term of council. Mississauga Cou...
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Starting your own business?
      Do you want to tap into your entrepreneurial spirit and start your own business? Are you expanding the size of your business or experiencing new business challenges? The Caledon Business Centre is pleased to offer Planning and Launching Your Business.
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