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Local sled dog operation challenges $2.6M animal welfare bills

Local sled dog operation challenges $2.6M animal welfare bills

'All of this could have been dealt with with the dogs just staying in place, no cost to the taxpayer ... 21 dogs are now dead in the hands of the Chief Animal Welfare Inspector,' says lawyer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka unveils 2023-26 strategic plan

United Way Simcoe Muskoka unveils 2023-26 strategic plan

New plan will help agency 'contribute to building communities where everyone can reach their full potential'
Food drives coming up as demand is 'greater than it's ever been'

Food drives coming up as demand is 'greater than it's ever been'

'Food insecurity is a massive struggle for many people right now,' said official from Helping Hand Food Bank which is appealing for donations
Honda Canada donates $300K to Southlake maternal child health program

Honda Canada donates $300K to Southlake maternal child health program

Gifted over three years, the first instalment provided three Panda Warmers, used to maintain a temperature-controlled environment in the birthing unit
Woof Walk aims to raise $15K for Alliston humane society

Woof Walk aims to raise $15K for Alliston humane society

'We have more animals being dumped in our parking lot than we have ever seen before,' said official, noting situation is only getting worse
'Fantastic community organization': Bradford Lions exist to serve

'Fantastic community organization': Bradford Lions exist to serve

'They do so much to support youth, provide recreation and build community and they've done it for so long,' said Bradford councillor
'Memorable experience': Wishing Well Sanctuary hosts family fest

'Memorable experience': Wishing Well Sanctuary hosts family fest

Sunday Market festival a hit, drawing 1,000 people to fun-tastic event at animal sanctuary in Bradford
Charity golf event marks 10th year sending kids to Easter Seals camp

Charity golf event marks 10th year sending kids to Easter Seals camp

Vouchers are available now for the local fundraiser organized by Brent Morning that has raised more than $117,000 since its inception
McHappy Day cooking up support for SMH Foundation

McHappy Day cooking up support for SMH Foundation

Portion of proceeds from May 10 sales at three McDonald's location will be donated to hospital foundation
Agency encourages wearing green and playing outside this week

Agency encourages wearing green and playing outside this week

The annual Shining Green initiative by New Path Youth and Family Services celebrates Children's Mental Health Week