Greg Bowman

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Province putting “emphasis” on surgery backlog 

Christine Elliott, Ontario’s Minister of Health, says the provincial government is working to address a backlog in surgeries once the third wave of the pandemic clears up.  “We have been...

Second dose waiting time could be shortened

The 16-week waiting period between COVID-19 vaccine doses may be shortened.  Christine Elliott, Minister of Health, says more vaccines coming to the province in May could mean you get your...

Finance Minister “betting on the people of Ontario” to cut deficit

Ontario’s new $186.1 billion budget shows a $33.1 billion deficit not expected to be paid until 2029.  Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy says the province’s economic recovery will come as COVID-19...

Ontario vaccine portal now open

Ontarians over the age of 80 can now book an appointment to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.  The province’s vaccine portal opened Monday, allowing people to book a vaccine appointment either...

New bill promises more broadband internet access in Ontario

The provincial government has introduced a bill that, if passed, would make broadband internet more accessible in underserved areas. Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure, tabled the Supporting Broadband and Infrastructure...
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Province providing $35,000 to aid Haliburton County investment attraction plan

The plan includes enhancing the County's economic development website, creating a hotel feasibility study, and hosting various investment forums.

OPP enforcement campaign results in 9,800 charges over Thanksgiving long weekend

Through the national campaign Operation Impact, police focused enforcement efforts focused on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving, along with seatbelt usage.

Minden Hills looking to revive Lochlin Community Centre

The facility has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Province hosting Disaster Recovery Assistance program info session

The province activated the program last month for specific areas of Minden Village impacted by flood damage not covered by insurance.

Sidewalk construction to begin in Minden Village week of Oct. 13

The project, which will repair sidewalks and improve accessibility in the village core, is expected to take three weeks.
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