April 3, 2008 / Front Page

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LIGHTS WENT OUT FOR EARTH HOUR ACROSS CALEDON

Palgrave girls Allison Imrie, Erika Murray and Hannah Dubber spent Saturday's Earth Hour at the Palgrave United Church, where the lights were turned off, a campfire provided warmth, hot chocolate comfort and sparklers lit up the evening. More...

News

Singing into Spring with Caledon Community Singers

After a very traditional Canadian winter, the Caledon Community Singers are definitely ready for spring. What better way to celebrate spring than with a lively assortment of songs? More...

NAKED VINE SUPPORTING WEEKEND WALK TO END BREAST CANCER

The Naked Vine, Winemaking and Giftware, are supporting a group of Caledon ladies, who are walking in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer (www.endcancer.ca). More...

Town advises motorists to drive with caution during spring thaw

The Town of Caledon's Public Works and Engineering Department advises drivers to show extra caution while travelling on roads during the spring thaw. More...

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Editorial

Conservatives were the clear winners in byelections

Editorial

We agree it's presumptuous to be making bold statements in light of the results of last month's federal by-elections. After all, only four seats were up for grabs, out of 308. More...

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Community

COMMUNITY EVENTS

A directory of what is happening in the community

THIS COLUMN IS PROVIDED AS A FREE PUBLIC SERVICE TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO ANNOUNCE UPCOMING EVENTS. More...

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Caledon Sports

ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Mayfield Julie Sheppard Sheppard, 15, was on the Nordic ski team that went to OFSAA Feb. 27 to 29. She came in eighth individually. She also placed second and third in distance and sprint team events respectively. More...

Minor atom Blackhawk Selects advance to finals this Saturday

The Caledon Blackhawks minor atom Select club Friday played the final game of the playoff playdowns, and earned the right to advance to the finals. The opponents were the Brampton Spitfires. More...

Caledon rugby registration open

Registration is now open to any female, aged 14 or older, interested in joining an amazing team to play a one-of-a-kind sport; rugby. Players with all levels of experience are welcome, even those completely new to the sport. More...

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Our Readers Write

Caledon East went dark Saturday night

Hooray for Caledon! I walked around Caledon East Saturday night, between 8 and 9 p.m., after turning off the house lights, to observe the level of adherence to the world-wide participation in the lights-our hour to conserve energy. More...

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Schools

Grade 5 students organize Earth Hour at James Bolton

Last Thursday, the lights at James Bolton Public School were turned down, and students participated in activities which did not require electricity. More...

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Morrison liked much in provincial budget

By Bill Rea

Finance Minister Dwight Duncan seemed pretty impressed with the provincial budget he brought down last week, but Dufferin - Caledon MPP Sylvia Jones was not as enthused. More...

Neighbours, Friends and Families campaign launched in Caledon

Tackling domestic violence
By Anneleen Naudts

It is possible a friend, neighbour or co-worker is the victim of domestic violence. More...

Columns

Road rage's a waste

Bill Rea

Road rage is stupid, wasteful, potentially dangerous and something most of us have resorted to at some time. It is, alas, an inevitable reality that goes along with frequent use of the public road network. More...

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National Affairs

Dion 'constantly troubled by doubt'
Claire Hoy

In his best-selling book, Memoirs of a Geisha, Arthur Golden wrote that, "A mind troubled by doubt cannot focus on the course to victory." Obviously, Golden wouldn't have any idea who Liberal Leader Stephane Dion is, but the thought is eerily desc More...

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Arts & Entertainment

Sylvia is something to 'Arf!' about at Blackhorse Theatre this month

By Anne Ritchie

Every dog has its day, and currently, Sylvia is making a star performance at Blackhorse Village Players, playing until April 12. Blackhorse puts on the dog with a comedy that will leave you laughing and begging for more. More...

UPBEAT MUSIC FOR GOOD FRIDAY

People were out to St. James' Anglican Church in Caledon East last Friday for this entertaining and enthusiastic concert. The feature performers were Himig Gospel Singers of Davao city, in the Philippines. More...

Caledon Scouts, Optimist Club and Knox United Church hosted Earth Hour in Caledon village

In a last-minute effort, an Earth Hour event, which included stargazing, hot chocolate, sparklers and a bonfire, was put together at Knox United Church in Caledon village Saturday night. More...

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