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April 10, 2008 / News

Overwhelming response to Bethell House fund-raiser

Women looking for an afternoon out that promises fun and fashion in support of a worthwhile local cause will want to attend A Spring Affair fashion show. More...

Speaker can help you work closer to home

Are you interested in speaking with someone about your career dreams and goals? Would you like assistance in finding work with a local employer? More...

Community clean-up planned at Dick's Dam

The Humber River Shakespeare Co. is sponsoring a Community Park Clean-Up to help make the spaces in which they perform (and others play) green and beautiful. More...

Caledon's strategic initiatives encourage growth and prosperity

Strengthening the vitality, growth and prosperity of Caledon is a strategic imperative for the Town of Caledon's council and staff. More...

Caledon Home Show opening soon

It's that time again! The Caledon Chamber of Commerce is proud to hold the 22nd annual Caledon Home Show, sponsored by Wood's Building Products Inc., on April 18, 19, 20, at the Don Sheardown Memorial Arena, located at 150 Queen Street, Bolton. More...

Keep your family safe from accidental fire

Home security tips:

According to the Canadian Safety Council, about 400 Canadians lose their lives in accidental household fires annually. More...

Foresters lend tips on planting and caring for seedlings

Tree planting 101

By Anneleen Naudts

Spring is in the air, and the season's early, chillier days are ideal for planting trees. More...

Keep fats and oil out of your drains

Plumbing Tip

Too many people think it makes sense to pour hot cooking grease down a sink or toilet. After all, you can't pour it in the garbage bag. But when that grease cools, it solidifies and sticks to the insides of your pipes. More...

While you can't control summer temperatures, you can gain control over your energy costs

By Paul Greco Schomberg Sheet Metal

With temperatures rising and energy costs soaring, there are a variety of steps you can take to cut the expenses of cooling your home. More...

Consumer alert: Underground contractors can cost you everything

With the home renovation season upon us, you might be thinking of hiring a contractor. More...

Ready, set, grill... How to pick out the best barbeque

Now that the warm weather is here many Canadians are ready to get grilling. Canadian Tire has the following information to help you barbecue like a "pro" this summer. More...

When is the right time to buy real estate?

Mortgage Tips

As with every market, the real estate sector experiences its fair share of ups and downs. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), annual residential sales activity in 2007 was up 7.6% from 2006 levels. More...

OPP seeking relations of fallen officer to be honoured

Ontario Provincial Police are seeking family members of a Highway Traffic Officer who worked in Grimsby, Ontario until Oct. 17, 1927, at which time he died while on duty with the Department of Highways. More...

Police lay drug charges in separate incidents

A March 25 vehicle stop on Regional Road 50 near Bolton Heights resulted in charges for the driver, according to Caledon OPP. More...

First Greater Dufferin Bench Press Competition April 26

The bench press is a test of upper-body strength and one of the most popular weight training exercises in the world. More...

Council enthused about this Sunday's Super Cities WALK

The Bolton - Caledon Super Cities WALK for MS is drawing near, and Caledon councillors were recently approached for their support in the endeavor. More...

Volunteer opportunities at Hospice Caledon

If you are a compassionate, emotionally centered individual who enjoys other people, you may be interested in becoming a visiting volunteer for families who are dealing with lifelimiting illnesses or are grieving a loss. More...

Many municipal employees made more than $100,000 last year

By Bill Rea

Despite the cracks that are sometimes made about public sectors employees, the fact is that for the most part, they do work hard in demanding jobs. In fact, society as we know it could not run without them. More...

Here, There and Everywhere event for Bolton church

Bolton United Church will be holding its fourth annual show and fund-raiser April 25 and 26. It's called Here, There and Everywhere, and will be performed at 7:30 p.m. April 25, and 2 p.m. April 26. More...

Cheltenham Badlands Management Plan is under way

By Anneleen Naudts

The wheels to develop a management plan for the Cheltenham Badlands have been set in motion, and on the agenda is the long-term direction for the protection, development and management of the area's resources. More...

POPE JOHN PAUL II CELEBRATED EARTH HOUR(S)

Earth Hour turned into Earth HourS at Pope John Paul II School in Bolton March 28, as lights, computers, and other equipment were switched off for one or more hours. For many students, like Mrs. More...

The garage: more than a place to park your car!

You have probably noticed that your garage is not just a place to park your car, but multifunctional. The once-boring storage space has now become integrated into the overall home. Homeowners are spending more money to customize their garages. More...

It's now time to roll up sleeves and work in the garden

The snow is gone

By Chris Crocombe Schomberg Farm and Garden Supplies

This year, more than most, it would seem that everyone is anxiously awaiting spring. A couple of warm days over the weekend brought everyone out of hibernation and into their backyards for some spring "clean up. More...

Be involved in the process, when renovating a kitchen

Renovations of any kind, especially those involving the kitchen, are complex and can be extremely trying. To all our clients, we encourage participation in the process. More...

Five household items that crave spring cleaning

Spring is notorious for unearthing the dirt that has been held captive in your home all winter. Tackle those often-neglected appliances and essential items in your home. More...

Integrated Pest Management - It's not just for the pros anymore

For many people, time spent in the garden is some of the most enjoyable time spent; a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. More...

Award-Winning Local Designer has happy customers throughout GTA!

King Township Interior Design firm, Valerie Rowley Interiors has just been awarded First Place for a kitchen renovation at the prestigious 2008 Canadian Decorator's Association (CDECA) Industry Awards Ceremony recently held in Toronto at the In More...

Today's pool design and construction offer endless possibilities

Modern Pool Trends

By Jeff Brewer

In decades past, a family pool was divine merely if it existed as a simple swimming hole with a pump and a filter to clear it up, with a simple deck on four sides. In fact, the farm pond was just as good. More...

Water conservation made easy

For many Canadians, manicuring the lawn and maintaining a beautiful garden continues to be a favourite summertime hobby. While the desire for a beautiful yard continues to grow, Canadians are becoming more conscientious about water conservation. More...